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Beating pandemic restrictions
While it might be tempting to go to ground during the pandemic, Nuneaton & North Warwickshire Family History Society (NNWFHS) has been trying to reach new members while keeping current members involved and helped with their research. This is how we are accomplishing this.
The society’s Facebook page is popular. One committee member has embarked on a series of walks recorded on her mobile phone which are featured on the site. What gems she comes across!
A discussion forum was introduced for members via the society’s website: there are discussions on all manner of family history topics…and more!
In addition to the traditional quarterly magazine, the society has introduced a monthly digital newsletter which is organised by a group of three members. It is packed with hints, tips, ideas, problems that need solving, upcoming events…in fact absolutely anything to do with family history. It replaces the chatter over a cuppa that takes place at ‘real’ meetings!
The monthly speaker meetings are now 'virtual' with superb presentations – some of which the society could not have for a physical meeting due to travel distances.
NNWFHS is a relatively small society and, like all local societies, is run by a group of volunteers. But if this small group can organise so much, then surely others who are not already doing so, could do similarly. To participate in the family history societies relevant to you and your research areas look at the list at www.familyhistoryfederation.com
Joining one of the many FHS gives you access to a wealth of local knowledge built on years of experience. Join, and enjoy the friendship, fun and…well, you never know what until you take part!
NNWFHS covers the northern part of the old shire county of Warwick which experienced high levels of migration over the centuries. The society welcomes for more information or visit .
