German Interest Group

 
 
 
 
German Interest Group (GIG):  This meeting occurs on most first Mondays  of every month at IGS, and it’s free to members.  Please check the schedule below for date changes and information regarding whether the meetings will be offered on zoom as well as in person.. 
 
This meeting gives attendees the opportunity to share knowledge about German research.  You will find experienced researchers, translators, and travelers with extensive personal knowledge of the various regions in Germany.  
 
 
To receive reminders and handouts regarding our meetings contact the front desk at IGS and ask to be added to our email list.  515-276-0287
 
 
 
Monday, November 4th 7:00-8:30 p.m.
TYPE OF MEETING:  Zoom and in person in the classroom at IGS
FACILITATOR:  Jim Off
Jim will have recently returned from a trip to Germany.  He will share pictures and the challenges and success he had searching for information regarding his grandfather's childhood in Baden Wurtemburg.  He will also show some pictures reflecting German culture and lifestyle he observed on  his trip.
 We will also have a short business meeting to discuss German SIG meeting topics for 2025.
 
Monday, December 2nd  6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Christmas Party     Bring either a dessert or a snack to share - perhaps a favorite German inspired Christmas dessert or snack.  Also, bring with you one of your favorite ancestors.  We will have a short time of sharing with each other our ancestors.  Perhaps think about  sharing what you admire most about this ancestor.  
We will provide plates, cups, drinks and silverware.  Please RSVP to Florence to let us know how many to plan on attending.  It may make a difference where in IGS we meet.