Graphic promoting a DNA Day Seminar titled “From Segments to Stories” by the Victoria Genealogical Society. It features a DNA illustration, event date and time (April 25, 2026, 9:00 am–2:20 pm PST), and four presenters: Blaine Bettinger, Roberta Estes, Janine Cloud, and Jim Bartlett, with photos shown along the side. The event is listed as virtual only with registration required.

DNA DAY SEMINAR: FROM SEGMENTS TO STORIES

𝗪𝗜𝗡 𝗢𝗡𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗗𝗡𝗔 𝗞𝗜𝗧 𝗗𝗢𝗢𝗥 𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗭𝗘𝗦 𝗗𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗕𝗬 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗗𝗡𝗔!

Learn how to use DNA in genealogy.

With:
Blaine Bettinger
Roberta Estes
Janine Cloud
Jim Bartlett

🗓 Apr 25, 2026
9:00–2:20 PM PT

Register (Zoom only):
bit.ly/41inlC6

#genealogy #DNA #VGS

Promotional graphic for a Victoria Genealogical Society workshop titled “Using Heraldry in Genealogy.” The design features a large heraldic shield divided into four sections with traditional patterns: a lion silhouette, a chevron pattern, a fleur-de-lis motif, and a second lion figure in contrasting colours. Overlaid text reads: “VGS Workshop – Using Heraldry in Genealogy – Saturday, March 21, 2026 – 10:00–12:00 am – Presenter: Kathie Ross.” The Victoria Genealogical Society logo appears at the bottom.

🛡️ USING HERALDRY IN GENEALOGY

Learn how coats of arms can provide real clues to family connections and research puzzles.

With Kathie Ross, PhD, QG

🗓 Sat March 21, 2026
10:00 AM–12:00 PM

Register (in person or Zoom):
bit.ly/4kUdFqC

#genealogy #heraldry #familyhistory #VGS

Who Were the Picts? — FREE Heritage History Hour

Explore the history of the Picts, their kings, Viking influence, and the unification of Alba with Rory McAlpine.
📅 Thu Mar 12 2026 · 7 PM PT (Zoom)
Register: bit.ly/4rVgz0p

#History #Genealogy #VGS

Diana Elder

Ashley Bens

Mark Thompson

Steve Little

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE & FAMILY HISTORY RESEARCH

A full-day seminar on practical, responsible uses of AI for genealogy.

Steve Little · Mark Thompson · Diana Elder · Ashley Bens

🗓 Sat Feb 21, 2026, 9:00 AM–2:20 PM PT
🎥 Recording available for 30 days

Register:
bit.ly/46tkf0W

#genealogy #AI #VGS

VGS Valentines Meet and Greet — FREE

A casual in-person gathering to share your love of family history, browse the VGS library, and meet Directors and volunteers. Bring a friend — all welcome!
📅 Sat Feb 14 2026 · 1–3 PM
📍 VGS Learning & Research Centre

#Genealogy #VGS

Affirmations of Black Loyalists — 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 Heritage History Hour

A presentation by Allister Barton exploring the journeys of Black Loyalists who settled in Nova Scotia after the American Revolution.
📅 Thu Feb 12 2026 · 7 PM PT (Zoom)
Register: bit.ly/45gvqd8

#Genealogy #History #VGS

From Research to Story: Writing & Sharing Your Family History

Learn how to turn genealogy research into a compelling family story. Covers archival sources, storytelling techniques, and ways to share your work.
📅 Sat Jan 31 2026 · 10am–12pm PT
Register: bit.ly/4jYpATF

#Genealogy #VGS #StoryTelling

VGS Memberships — Now 50% Off (Limited Time)

Join the Victoria Genealogical Society at half price. Single $32.50 · Family $45 · Youth $17.50.
Discounted memberships are available until May 31, 2026.
Learn more and register: bit.ly/3ZkbQZN

#Genealogy #FamilyHistory #VGS #VictoriaBC

Preserving Your Family Photos

Learn how to create high-quality digital copies of family photos using common tools, scanning, lighting, organization, and sharing.
📅 Sat Jan 17 2026 · 10 AM–12 PM PT (Zoom)
Register: bit.ly/4sBR8SU

#Genealogy #FamilyHistory #VGS #PhotoPreservation #VictoriaBC

10 Steps to Success – A Guide for Your Genealogy Research

A step-by-step workshop covering core genealogy skills, modern research tools, and tips to avoid common mistakes. Attend in person or by Zoom.
📅 Sat Jan 10 2026 · 10 AM–12 PM PST
Register: bit.ly/49M4qEH

#Genealogy #FamilyHistory #VGS

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Vanguard MSCI Indexshares ETF ( #VGS ) has released " Updated Estimated Distribution Announcement " on Fri 02 Jan at 09:15 AEST #tax #ESG #trading #Mining #UnitedStates

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Vanguard MSCI Indexshares ETF ( #VGS ) has released " Updated Estimated Distribution Announcement " on Wed 31 Dec at 08:26 AEST #tax #ESG #trading #Mining #UnitedStates

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Vanguard MSCI Indexshares ETF ( #VGS ) has released " Estimated Distribution Announcement " on Mon 29 Dec at 08:44 AEST #tax #ESG #government #trading #Mining

Our Building Has Been Under Construction And Now Our Wifi Sucks.

#vgs #gaming #music #mods #construction

We Got Meta Ray-Bans & Decided To Punch Each Other. 🕶

#vgs #raybans #meta #glasses #fighting

Got a Meta Quest 3s in and it's pretty dope. #vgs #meta #quest3 #vr #gaming

History of Professional Hockey in Victoria – Tomorrow! 🏒

Join historian Helen Edwards for stories of the players, teams and arenas that shaped a century of pro hockey in Victoria.
📅 Tomorrow · 7 PM PT (Zoom)
🎥 Recording 30 days.
Register: bit.ly/44kztVb

#HockeyHistory #VGS #VictoriaBC

VGS Half-Price Holiday Membership Sale 🎄

Give the gift of family history this Christmas. All Victoria Genealogical Society memberships are 50% off through December!
Single $32.50 · Family $45 · Youth $17.50
Valid to May 31, 2026.
Details: bit.ly/4q1WVie

#Genealogy #FamilyHistory #VGS #VictoriaBC

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#PressStartSymphony #VideoGameSymphony #AkronCivicTheatre #ClevelandEvents #GamingMusic #VideoGameMusic #VGS #GamingSymphony #OrchestralGaming #SymphonyConcert #Mario #SuperMario64 #Nintendo #MarioMusic #GameSoundtrack

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Unboxing A CIB Mario 2.

#vgs #mario #Nintendo #nes #retro

FREE Heritage History Hour – 160th Battalion Case Study 🇨🇦

Historian Kent Kraemer shares discoveries from his research on the 160th Bruce Battalion and its soldiers’ lives.
📅 Thu Nov 13 2025 · 7 PM PT (Zoom)
🎥 Recording 30 days.
Register: bit.ly/4nLV7ID

#Genealogy #History #VGS #VictoriaBC

Kirby Mass Attack For DS - An Overview #vgs #ds #Nintendo #kirby

FamilyTreeDNA Workshop – Exploring Your Genetic Genealogy Toolkit 🧬

Learn how FamilyTreeDNA’s Y-DNA, mtDNA and matching tools can support your family history research.
📅 Sat Jan 10 2026 · 10 AM PT (Zoom)
🎥 Recording 30 days.
Register: bit.ly/43oNiBx

#Genealogy #GeneticGenealogy #VGS #VictoriaBC

A Pikachu Promo VHS Tape... With Footage!

#vgs #vhs #Pokémon #pikachu #Walmart

FamilyTreeDNA Workshop – Exploring Your Genetic Genealogy Toolkit 🧬

Learn how FamilyTreeDNA’s Y-DNA, mtDNA & matching tools can deepen your research.
📅 Sat Jan 10 2026 · 10 AM PT (Zoom)
🎥 Recording 30 days.
Register: bit.ly/3JWDF6s

#Genealogy #GeneticGenealogy #VGS #VictoriaBC

A Pokémon VHS Tape (Toy R Us Exclusive)

#vgs #Pokémon #vhs #toysrus #pikachu

Selling NES games on Halloween.

This is part three of a five-part series of Instagram Stories I posted.

#vgs #vhs #Halloween #horror #nes

This guy bought all this on Halloween.
#vgs #store #Halloween #vhs #horror

DVDs that will give you abs.

#vgs #Dvd #vgs #horror #animation