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Hobby Genealogist. Geriatric Millennial. History Nerd. Amateur Photographer. Foodie. BA in Film Studies. Equality. New York. She/Her. Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/66Oq1 Beli: https://beliapp.co/app/CinnaMonica Fable: https://fable.co/m-501446384047

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StoneScrubber @stonescrubber.bsky.social · Nov 14

I have to say, I love that the #Genealogy community still manages to find each other even on a different platform. Long may the conversations & learning continue! Hello, friends. ❤️

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StoneScrubber @stonescrubber.bsky.social · 3d

In-person Family History Workshop in #CNY in November. Registration required, limited spots available. #familyhistory #genealogy

Family History Workshop

Join Dr. Sara French and genealogy volunteers from the Daughters of the American Revolution for an interactive workshop designed to help those working on family history find...

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StoneScrubber @stonescrubber.bsky.social · Aug 27

I highly encourage this! Although I don't think it is a requirement to enjoy the book by any means, I do think it leads to a bit of deeper appreciation and understanding regarding the book. Enjoy!

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StoneScrubber @stonescrubber.bsky.social · Aug 27

As a Deneuve fan, I really enjoyed this book. It is definitely a unique concept!

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StoneScrubber @stonescrubber.bsky.social · Jun 15

She Confronted a History of Enslavers in Her Family. Here’s What Happened.

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StoneScrubber @stonescrubber.bsky.social · May 24

I'm fascinated by #shipwrecks so it's really interesting to virtually watch as researchers explore the NOAA's #LakeOntario Marine Sanctuary after they left port in Oswego, NY. #CNY #history #NewYork

Historic Shipwrecks Come to Light in the Great Lakes

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Ryan Cordell @ryancordell.org · May 12

Some sad confirmation from @bcgl.bsky.social while I was at UW last week—the National Digital Newspaper Program—which builds Chronicling America—has been shut down

Historical newspapers are probably the archival material most used by the general public—for genealogy, local history—it’s such a loss

About this Collection | Chronicling America | Digital Collections | Library of Congress

Search America's Historic Newspaper Pages through 1963 Please Note: The Library of Congress has transitioned the longstanding Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers website to this new digi...

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Annamarie (Áine Máire ÓhEisleanáin) @sopranovox.bsky.social · May 7

Some very good news for NY State #genealogy researchers.

www.newyorkfamilyhistory.org/blog/nygb-st...

NYG&B Statement on Bill Removal from NY’s Executive Budget | New York Genealogical & Biographical Society

New York has taken an important step forward in ensuring that NYG&B members, researchers, and the wider genealogy and family history community have continued access to the State’s vital records.

www.newyorkfamilyhistory.org

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StoneScrubber @stonescrubber.bsky.social · May 2

I've been reading "Ancestor Trouble: A Reckoning and a Reconciliation" by @maudnewton.bsky.social & listening to @adeemtheartist.bsky.social's "Heritage of Arrogance" on repeat this week. Powerful stuff.

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StoneScrubber @stonescrubber.bsky.social · May 2

Awkwafina's episode of #NoTasteLikeHomeWithAntoniPorowski was incredibly moving. Have you watched this 'ancestral gastronomic roots' show yet? #genealogy #familyhistory

StoneScrubber @stonescrubber.bsky.social · Mar 13

Agreed! I remember getting up at 5am on Sundays when I was a teenager to watch reruns of it on the History Channel. The eps were all new to me at that time, and I loved it. I was thrilled when Time Life released all 4 seasons of it on DVD. The protagonist in this book reminds me so much of McMurphy.

StoneScrubber @stonescrubber.bsky.social · Mar 13

Currently reading historical fiction novel "The Women" by #KristinHannah. Loved the old "China Beach" TV series & "Healing Wounds" memoir by #DianeCarlsonEvans as well. #Booksky

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Barbara at Projectkin @projectkin.bsky.social · Mar 12

Food as a source of #FamilyHistory storytelling is something we so easily overlook.

Then you take a bite and savor the loss of a loved one. 🍽️ 😢

Take the time to share the recipes and the stories.

www.nytimes.com/2025/03/05/m...

A New Orleans Legend’s Incredible Cornbread (Gift Article)

The late Pableaux Johnson, a New Orleans fixture, was known for bringing people together at his beans-and-rice dinners.

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StoneScrubber @stonescrubber.bsky.social · Mar 12

This is great news! I really wish they offered opportunities to volunteer during evening or weekends at their CNY location. I'd sign up in a heartbeat. Maybe one day!

StoneScrubber @stonescrubber.bsky.social · Mar 12

I have over 400 of my grandparents' letters from World War II. I have a CZUR ET24 Pro scanner that I am trying to digitize them all with, but it's hard to find the time when balancing life's other obligations as well.

StoneScrubber @stonescrubber.bsky.social · Mar 9

At least it's staying in the press. #genealogy #familyhistory #newyork

Vital Records Backlog Growing

YouTube video by CBS6 Albany

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StoneScrubber @stonescrubber.bsky.social · Mar 8

Ancestry is wonderful, but it's a bit pricey unless you can access via a library. FamilySearch is also great and free, but know that it is a public tree that anyone can make changes to (for better or worse). RootsMagic10 is also a great software option, and is on sale for $20 right now. #Genealogy

StoneScrubber @stonescrubber.bsky.social · Mar 8

Just found a 1944 US Naturalization Petition for a Danish man in the 16th Med Depot Co., stationed in England with the US Army. 2 company mates were witnesses, one of them is my grandfather. Might need to use Ancestry’s new Networks feature sooner than I had anticipated! #Genealogy #FamilyHistory

StoneScrubber @stonescrubber.bsky.social · Mar 6

Safety first. Protect the meemaws.

StoneScrubber @stonescrubber.bsky.social · Mar 6

I just watched Ndaba's keynote. This was very moving! Looking forward to reading his book.

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StoneScrubber @stonescrubber.bsky.social · Mar 6

Wishing the #genealogy community another fun and informative #rootstech! I'll be attending from my couch. #notatrootstech

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StoneScrubber @stonescrubber.bsky.social · Mar 6

Looking forward to watching, Phoebe!

StoneScrubber @stonescrubber.bsky.social · Mar 6

Caught this episode today. I am SO sorry that you and so many others are going through all this. This listener is VERY proud of you for sharing your personal story with the world. Thank you for all of the work you did with USAID. 💙

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StoneScrubber @stonescrubber.bsky.social · Mar 6

Looking forward to watching, Kaye!

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StoneScrubber @stonescrubber.bsky.social · Mar 6

Sad to be missing your in-person sessions, but I'm really looking forward to watching "Escaping the Famine: Exploring Irish Settlements in Canada" online! Have fun, Melanie!

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StoneScrubber @stonescrubber.bsky.social · Mar 2

Some snaps from this #history nerd's recent trip downstate to Greenwich Village in NYC.

Historical plaque for The Stonewall Inn located on Christopher Street. Site of 1969 riots that launched the gay rights movement in the United States.

The Hess Triangle. "Property of the Hess Estate which has never been dedicated for public purposes"

Program cover from NYU Skirball featuring Isabelle Huppert in silhouette as Mary, Queen of Scots in Robert Wilson's "Mary Said What She Said". North American Premiere. Program cover was signed by Isabelle Huppert after the show.