— Christmas —
Merry Christmas
If you haven’t already, please enjoy The Christ Child: A Nativity Story.
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Christmas Traditions
Do you have some fun family traditions that you do at Christmastime? Laurie Bradshaw in a recent FamilySearch blog, Share Your Family’s Holiday Traditions, gives some ideas for some new traditions you may want to try. Decorate your home as a family Read nightly holiday stories Decorate a unique Christmas tree for each person Put… Read More Christmas Traditions
— Education —
RootsTech 2020
RootsTech 2020 is just a couple months away (February 26 – 29). If you are planning to attend and have not registered yet, it’s not too late to get in on a special discount. Use promo code RT 2020 for a reduced rate. Currently, this promotion will go until December 31 so don’t wait too… Read More RootsTech 2020
Joy to the World
At this time of year we often hear “Joy to the World.” It may be in joyful song, words repeated from scripture or sentiment expressed in public discourse. These words are associated with the joy the world felt when the Savior was born. However, it can also have a modern day application as frequently expressed… Read More Joy to the World
— Heritage Tourism —
A Heritage Tour
Thinking of traveling to an ancestor’s homeland to learn more about your heritage? Sunny Morton in a recent FamilySearch blog, Heritage Tourism: Create a Personalized Travel Experience, gives some tips for creating your own heritage tour specific to your own personal history and heritage. Sunny suggests customizing your tour by using the following tips (which… Read More A Heritage Tour
— Quotes —
The Gift of Family History
It seems appropriate at this time of year as we have celebrated Thanksgiving and are approaching the Christmas Season to be reminded of the gift family history can be in our lives. The following is from Elder Dale G. Renlund talking about family history and the wonderful blessings it will bring into our lives. “When… Read More The Gift of Family History
— Christmas —
Light the World
Many of you may have enjoyed participating in prior Light the World activities. This is a fun, meaningful way to help keep focused on the true meaning of Christmas and remember Christmas is about honoring Jesus Christ. This year it began a couple days ago, Sunday, December 1, but you can start at any time.… Read More Light the World
All About Me Bingo
Here’s a fun twist to playing Bingo while learning about your ancestors. The youth had a great time playing this during youth hours at the Granite Family History Center combining FamilySearch All About Me and a Bingo card. All About Me is a fun FamilySearch online activity that can help you learn about your name… Read More All About Me Bingo
Granite Family History Center Holiday Closures
The Granite Family History Center will be closed several days for the upcoming holidays in November and December. For the Thanksgiving holiday, the Center will be closed on November 26 through December 2. It will reopen on Tuesday, December 3. For the Christmas and New Year Holidays, the center will be closed Sunday, December 22… Read More Granite Family History Center Holiday Closures
The Gratitude that Comes from Family History
Editor’s Note: The following article was originally published by Bonnie Mattson on “The Family History Guide” blog site and is used by permission. Thursday is Thanksgiving Day in the United States. It is one of the most cherished celebrations of the blessings we receive from God. Many people make a concerted effort to be together… Read More The Gratitude that Comes from Family History