Megan Smolenyak

I’m not a political journalist, so was gladly surprised at the community I found here last night. To Americans anxious about the upcoming elections, a key thing we learned in Brazil that might help you: DO NOT engage with the far-right online. Don’t share rage bait. Amplify your people. Ignore them.

I want this yesterday!

Worlds colliding in the best possible way! Louise Penny’s latest is genealogical! #genealogy

If you've got roots in Ukraine and/or eastern Poland (including Rusyn), you're probably going to find this site very helpful! Have found several family members myself! #genealogy archival.name

In this week’s roundup, a sweet DNA discovery in an adoptive family, an unexpected way to preserve family history, and a heartwarming reunion involving a Grammy-winning musician! megansmolenyak.com/genealogy-ro...

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I don't know that this is newsworthy, but it's kind of sweet. ☺️ #genealogy www.newsweek.com/mom-dna-test...

Well, this is an unexpected way to merge family histories! #genealogy people.com/woman-spends...

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If you’re visiting someone with dementia, bring a few old family photos. Don’t quiz them about names or dates. Just sit together and look. They may not remember who is in the picture. That’s okay. The photo can still bring comfort, a smile, a feeling. That matters.

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In this week’s roundup, a thought-provoking look at how information disappears, jobs at the New Jersey State Archives, a DNA book to add to your reading list, and more! megansmolenyak.com/genealogy-ro...

This one is thought-provoking to say the least. It’s odd that he never mentions genealogists (in the company of historians, archaeologists, etc.) in spite of the fact that there’s a conspicuous genealogical element to the book, but it will still get you pondering! #genealogy

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Strange threshold: As of today, I’ve officially outlived my mother.

In this week’s roundup, why white gloves can damage old documents, DNA capsules, a fascinating community history stitched into an 1888 quilt, and more! megansmolenyak.com/genealogy-ro...

Hey, @turiking.bsky.social, I found your book in a shop in France! Can’t wait to dive in! (Thanks for the shout-out. ☺️) #genealogy

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Calling my Irish #genealogy friends!

DNA capsules storing information! #genealogy

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The story of a community all wrapped up in a quilt. #genealogy www.benningtonbanner.com/local-news/t...

Can you spot the man in his office?

In this week’s roundup, good news for New Jersey genealogists, a project to help users find reliable information about their Ukrainian ancestors, and more! megansmolenyak.com/genealogy-ro...

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For those who also have Ukrainian roots. #genealogy dev.ua/en/news/ai-m...

25 years ago today, I married this wonderful man! How’d I get so lucky? (In case you’re curious, our photographer had a thing for tussock and we just rolled with it.)

In this week’s roundup, a genealogy-adjacent murder mystery, library treasures preserved in synthetic DNA, one very well-documented American family, and more! megansmolenyak.com/genealogy-ro...

Just finished Nathan Dylan Goodwin's 1st in his new series and love it! While it's not genealogy-centric, it's genealogy-adjacent, so you'll get your fill of city directories, vital records, etc. Great location, timing, characters, but above all, story. I want this to become a TV series! #genealogy

Our worlds collide. #genealogy www.loc.gov/item/event-4...

I'm happy for this family, but prefer being from an under-researched family rather than one with a fire-hose of information. So many sources and data! It takes effort to ferret out every detail in my family, but better than being overwhelmed. Your thoughts? #genealogy www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news...

What a force. RIP.

In this week’s roundup, a book every genealogist will love, the surprising journey of a Civil War Bible, and more! megansmolenyak.com/genealogy-ro...

I just know this book will appeal to my fellow genealogists. Treat yourself! #genealogy

Holy smokes an unreal rendition of "I Will Always Love You" by Cynthia Erivo in Vancouver last night to honor Dolly Parton….incredible

There has never been a commercial airport in the United States named solely for a woman. Dolly Parton International Airport in Nashville will be the first.

I donated a bible to the American Civil War Museum & am delighted that it was featured in a cover article for their magazine, Ironclad. You can read pgs 3-11 (lots of photos!) to discover its surprising journey. Am so happy to have found an ideal home for it! #Genealogy issuu.com/acwmuseum/do...

In this week’s roundup, a dolphin DNA story from Ireland, 23andMe trait predictions, and more! megansmolenyak.com/genealogy-ro...

From the Royal Family: “Remembering the late, great Dolly, who brought joy, comfort and inspiration to so many - including the millions of children given free books through her Imagination Library. We will always ❤️ you.”

From the Empire State Building Observation Deck: Tonight, the Empire State Building tower lights will turn to a pink sparkle at 9:25 to honor the late Dolly Parton.

The Library is devastated to learn of the passing of Dolly Parton, a music legend and titan of children's literacy. Her Imagination Library program has earned multiple Library Literacy Awards and, in 2018, she visited us to donate its 100 millionth book to our collection and host a story time. 🦋❤️