The CVGS Saturday Workshop on Saturday, 2 January is from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Community Room at the Bonita-Sunnyside Library (4375 Bonita Road in Bonita).
CVGS Webmaster Gary Brock will lead this event on "Scanning." Different types of scanning devices and software programs will be discussed. Help will be provided for attendees to learn how to scan items into their computer.
Wednesday, December 30, 2015
Saturday, December 5, 2015
CVGS Holiday Luncheon is Thursday, 10 December at South Library
The
annual CVGS Holiday Luncheon is on Thursday, 10 December, from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Chula Vista South Branch Library (389 Orange Avenue (southeast corner with Fourth Avernue, enter parking lot off of Orange Avenue) in Conference Rooms A and B at the west end (near Fourth Avenue) of the library.
The luncheon will feature turkey, ham, and drinks provided by
CVGS. The pot luck breakdown for the rest of the meal will be
coordinated by JoAnn
Bonner (phone
619-421-3628,
email jabonner13@gmail.com)
and Ana Castro (phone
619-781-8441, email crcastro@cox.net)
–
please contact them by 12/3 to coordinate potluck dishes. The
potluck schedule is:
- A to F Surnames: Desserts
- G to K Surnames: Salads, Rolls, Butter
- L to P Surnames: Snack trays, Condiments, Olives, Pickles, Cranberry Sauce, etc.
- Q to Z Surnames: Potatoes (Irish or Sweet), Veggies, Casseroles
There
will be a free door prize drawing, and a bring one/get one gift
exchange ($10 limit). Attendees are requested to bring
non-perishable food and/or unwrapped toys for donation to the
Salvation Army.
Friday, December 4, 2015
November Program Review - "Heirloom Discovery Day" with Georgie Stillman
Georgie Stillman presented her "Heirloom Discovery Day" at the Bonita-Sunnyside Library on Wednesday, 26 November 2015, with about 30 in attendance. See the description of Georgie's talents at November Program is "Heirloom Discovery Day" with Georgie Stillman.
Eight CVGS members brought heirlooms for Georgie to discuss, evaluate and appraise. They included:
* Virginia brought a homespun woolen blanket made by her great-grandmother in Indiana. Georgie said that these types of blankets, and quilts, were made in rural areas using thread obtained from trade routes. This blanket is typical from the 1830 to 1850 time period, is scarce and in beautiful condition, and may be valued at $250 to $350.
* Karen S. has her grandmother's necklace from the 1870s. Georgie indicated that it is "high Victoriana," has no marks, is gold plated, and very English in design and workmanship. She valued it at $400 to $500.
* Jane brought a candy dish, with a floral design, handed down from her mother. Georgie found a mark for MWCo, which indicates it was made in Germany after 1923. She said it was good quality, but I didn't catch an appraised value.
* Joanna brought three rocking chairs from her family antiques. One was a handmade colonial revival chair which may be from the 18th century made into a rocker. The second was a machine made Grand Rapids rocker dating to about 1875. The third was an American Eastlake style Victorian rocking chair dating to about 1875. Georgie noted that none of these chairs were comfortable, and were mainly used to impress visitors. She appraised them at $45 to $75 each.
* John brought an eye-washing cup. His grandmother was a registered nurse in Idaho. Geogie said it was a curiosity piece of pressed glass, dating to the 1920s or 1930s, and was worth $5 to $20. John also brought a small magnifying glass that was his grandfather's in the early 1900s. Georgie indicated that it was German made from the mark on it.
* Susan Z. brought a photo of a Civil War era wrought iron headboard, which was obtained at a DUVCW meeting. It was subsequently donated to a Springfield, Illinois museum. Georgie said it was probably from the 1890 to 1920 time frame, and can't say it was from the Civil War era.
* Karen Y. brought an 1860 edition of the Three Musketeers book by Alexandre Dumas published in French. Georgie said that it was in poor condition, but that books in good condition are sought after and could be worth $200. Karen also brought a peanut or gumball dispenser. Georgie said it was made of wood and plastic, was probably from the 1930s, was a country store item, and may be a reproduction.
* Jean brought several silver spoons. Georgie said they were from the late 19th century.
During the program, Georgie noted that the current appraised values for any heirloom items greatly depends on the demand for the specific item, especially from wealthy buyers and investors. Some heirlooms are of no interest to these buyers, and are therefore of little value, except for the sentimental value to the owners.
Eight CVGS members brought heirlooms for Georgie to discuss, evaluate and appraise. They included:
* Virginia brought a homespun woolen blanket made by her great-grandmother in Indiana. Georgie said that these types of blankets, and quilts, were made in rural areas using thread obtained from trade routes. This blanket is typical from the 1830 to 1850 time period, is scarce and in beautiful condition, and may be valued at $250 to $350.
* Karen S. has her grandmother's necklace from the 1870s. Georgie indicated that it is "high Victoriana," has no marks, is gold plated, and very English in design and workmanship. She valued it at $400 to $500.
* Jane brought a candy dish, with a floral design, handed down from her mother. Georgie found a mark for MWCo, which indicates it was made in Germany after 1923. She said it was good quality, but I didn't catch an appraised value.
* Joanna brought three rocking chairs from her family antiques. One was a handmade colonial revival chair which may be from the 18th century made into a rocker. The second was a machine made Grand Rapids rocker dating to about 1875. The third was an American Eastlake style Victorian rocking chair dating to about 1875. Georgie noted that none of these chairs were comfortable, and were mainly used to impress visitors. She appraised them at $45 to $75 each.
* John brought an eye-washing cup. His grandmother was a registered nurse in Idaho. Geogie said it was a curiosity piece of pressed glass, dating to the 1920s or 1930s, and was worth $5 to $20. John also brought a small magnifying glass that was his grandfather's in the early 1900s. Georgie indicated that it was German made from the mark on it.
* Susan Z. brought a photo of a Civil War era wrought iron headboard, which was obtained at a DUVCW meeting. It was subsequently donated to a Springfield, Illinois museum. Georgie said it was probably from the 1890 to 1920 time frame, and can't say it was from the Civil War era.
* Karen Y. brought an 1860 edition of the Three Musketeers book by Alexandre Dumas published in French. Georgie said that it was in poor condition, but that books in good condition are sought after and could be worth $200. Karen also brought a peanut or gumball dispenser. Georgie said it was made of wood and plastic, was probably from the 1930s, was a country store item, and may be a reproduction.
* Jean brought several silver spoons. Georgie said they were from the late 19th century.
During the program, Georgie noted that the current appraised values for any heirloom items greatly depends on the demand for the specific item, especially from wealthy buyers and investors. Some heirlooms are of no interest to these buyers, and are therefore of little value, except for the sentimental value to the owners.
Wednesday, December 2, 2015
December 5th Saturday Workshop is on MyHeritage Website and Mobile App
The December 5th Saturday workshop is from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Bonita-Sunnyside County Library (4375 Bonita Road) in the Community Room.
The workshop will be a discussion and demonstration of the MyHeritage (www.myheritage.com) family tree system, research databases, and mobile app, led by Shirley Becker and Randy Seaver. Smart Matches, Record Matches and Instant Discoveries will be discussed.
Attendees are encouraged to bring their laptops (logged into MyHeritage if possible) and mobile devices (with the free app installed) so they can follow along.
The workshop will be a discussion and demonstration of the MyHeritage (www.myheritage.com) family tree system, research databases, and mobile app, led by Shirley Becker and Randy Seaver. Smart Matches, Record Matches and Instant Discoveries will be discussed.
Attendees are encouraged to bring their laptops (logged into MyHeritage if possible) and mobile devices (with the free app installed) so they can follow along.
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