African American Genealogy Workshop 3.13.10
March 9th, 2010
WBCH African American Genealogy Workshop, Saturday March 13, 1 – 3 PM. Family history is all the rage! In 2008 public television first aired “African American Lives”, a 4-part series in which Henry Louis Gates introduced famous African-Americans to their genealogy. Now there is a new NBC series, “Who Do You Think You Are?” that showcases the family history search of a different celebrity each week. So, how do they do it?
This month’s African American Genealogy Workshop features two special guests:
Susan Chiarello, From the Virginia Genealogical Society: Susan Chiarello, a native Virginian, Treasurer for the Va. Genealogical Society, member on the Board of Governors for 4 years has been a genealogy researcher for 15 years, transcribing and publishing for the Va. Genealogical Society and the Library of Virginia, through-out all parts of Virginia.
Paula Royster, founder of the Center for African American Genealogical Research, Inc. who will talk about the importance of the U.S. Census to genealogy searches, and about her recent trip to Ghana for the establishment of the Sankofa Genealogy DNA project that is collecting African DNA to be placed in a database to connect African Americans to their African roots. “DNA helps us complete the story from incomplete slave records,” says Royster.
Are you interested in finding out more about your family history? Join us at WBCH every second Saturday to learn more about how to start your genealogy journey. www.WBCH.org or call (804) 643-2717 to learn more.
- William Byrd Community House224 S. Cherry Street Richmond, VA 23225
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Job Posting: Extended Day Teacher
March 8th, 2010
OBJECTIVE: To implement and provide a developmentally appropriate preschool group experience to children 3-5 years of age that promotes their cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE:
Must possess a CDA. B.A. or B.S. degree in Early Childhood /Elementary Education preferred or 3rd/4th year student currently enrolled in 4 year BA/BS degree program in early childhood education. A minimum of three years experience working with 3-5 year old children in groups; experience with curriculum design, experience working with parents of 3-5 year old children. Applicant must demonstrate knowledge of Virginia Department of Social Services State licensing standards and best practice methods for early childhood educational programming. Must possess current Virginia driver’s license and ability to drive mini-bus. Current CPR/First Aid/MAT training required.
HOURS: 30 hours a week
WOMEN AND MINORITIES ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
Please send all resumes with cover page to sgivens@wbch.org
Or call Shelia Givens at 804-643-2717
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WBCH believes in Kids Helping Kids
February 19th, 2010
To support reconstruction efforts after the earthquake in Haiti; middle School student, Nadine Delano, will be hosting Kids Helping Kids,a yard-sale and bake sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, February 27, 2010 at William Byrd Community House (WBCH). The proceeds will go to the American Red Cross International Fund to help Haitian children.
Nadine, a resident of Oregon Hill, felt strongly about the earthquake and its aftermath. “I was disturbed by the pictures about the earthquake and felt that I should do something.” With the help of friends and WBCH librarian, Patty Parks, Nadine found a place and the resources to help other children. Nadine will be working with children at WBCH to collect gently used clothing, toys, games and books for the Kids Helping Kids Yard-Sale. To support Nadine’s and the children’s efforts please bring gently used clothing, toys and games to William Byrd Community House by Wednesday, February 24th for the Kids Helping Kids Yard-Sale. For further information about what to donate or other questions email doffice@wbch.org
Kids helping Kids is an important piece in developing a better world for us all. At WBCH we encourage everyone to participate in giving back to our communities in need; Haiti is part of our world community in need.
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The Perly’s Spaghetti Dinner is February 18th
February 5th, 2010
Come Join the Associate Board of Governors for our 3rd Spaghetti Dinner of February 18th at Perly’s Delicatessen.
For $15 dollars per person you can enjoy an All You Care to Eat Spaghetti Dinner with Your Choice of Marinara or Meat Sauce, Garlic Bread, Garden Salad and fountain beverage.
Eat in and be Served by our Amazing Associate Board of Governors or carry out a plate to enjoy at home. Either way we will have a lot of Fun!
Buy your tickets from any Associate Board member or email the doffice@wbch.org Today!
Perly’s is located at 111 East Grace Street in Richmond, Virginia
We would like to thank Grey Wyatt for supporting William Byrd through his Generous support!
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Volunteers Made Holidays Bright at WBCH
January 28th, 2010
Each year William Byrd celebrates the holidays with our friends and neighbors in many ways. This year was no different because so many supported our families in making this season one to remember.
For Thanksgiving we received truck loads of food from our friends at Collegiate School, NewMarket and our many faith based partners.
During December, Early Childhood Education met with Santa not once but twice through the generosity of the Insurance Women of Richmond and The Kiwanis Club of Richmond.
Our AfterSchool Program heard the reindeer hoofs when The Richmond Jaycees sponsored their holiday festivities. They continued the celebration as WBCH programs were opened during winter break. Our AfterSchool kids spent time with new friends from Congregation Or Ami, Dr. Chris Cleveland exhibited science experiments in our Library.
WBCH received so much support from our friends and neighbors; we appreciate each thoughtful gift in making the holidays happier for so many families seeking comfort.
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WBCH Breaks Ground with The Rotary Club of Richmond
January 28th, 2010
In January, William Byrd broke ground on a new playground for our Early Childhood Education program with the generous support of the Rotary Club of Richmond. In addition to their grant of $25,500 for construction costs, the Rotary will be helping us build a safe and educational play area as our own personal labor force. We will have more updates to come as we move forward in this exciting project!
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WBCH Genealogists Help Establish The Ghana Genealogy DNA Project
January 20th, 2010
Sankofa Project
Houston, October 26, 2009 –
In an effort to help verify the migration patterns of different African tribes, Family Tree DNA will be cooperating with the Center for African American Genealogy Research (CAAGRI) and the Public Records and Archives Administration of Ghana (PRAAD), by testing several hundred members of the Nzema, Ga, Fante, Ewe and Asante tribes.
The DNA tests will be one of several aspects of a wider genealogy workshop led by Paula Royster, director of CAAGRI, aiming at “highlighting the importance of recording their oral traditions by showing them how to record it”. The workshop will include the use of online databases to search for ancestors and descendants, preservation of song lyrics and photographs, transcription of stories passed down from generation to generation, and forensic genealogy. The event will take place this Friday, October 30th, at the PRAAD offices in Accra, Ghana.
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WBCH Grace Arents Community Garden Finds the “Key” to Unlocking Children’s Imaginations
August 7th, 2009
On any given Tuesday, you might hear Richmond City children speaking Swahili in the Grace Arents Community Garden at William Byrd Community House. These children aren’t exchange students from Africa but rather participants in a unique program at William Byrd.
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