Kitchen – Arkansas Genealogical Society

Kitchen Round Table Talks

The Arkansas Genealogical Society is excited to announce the launch of a new Zoom forum called “Kitchen Round Table Talks.” Each month, we will select a genealogical topic or application to engage in a lively discussion among a group of participants online. To encourage participation, we limit the number of attendees, therefore, registration is required. In the event of a high demand for a specific topic, we can arrange an additional meeting to accommodate more participants.

We eagerly invite individuals to suggest topics of interest and encourage volunteers to lead discussions on subjects they are particularly passionate about. It is important to note that this initiative is a work in progress, and we anticipate making adjustments based on trial and error. Your participation and feedback are invaluable as we refine our approach.

As a benefit of membership in the Arkansas Genealogical Society, these sessions are recorded and available for members to view at any time. If you are not yet a member, we invite you to join.

To secure your spot, please register through the link below:

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DIY Memory Lab, Digitizing Ancestral Photos, Films and Documents – Meridith Li Tuesday, October 20, at 6:30 PM CST	Join Meridith Li and learn how to utilize and locate local resources to digitize your ancestral photos, films, and documents. Many libraries and archives have this equipment available free of charge to assist you in your preservation journey. Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/N66UQGfOS8qZQ1z4_81wLQ#/registration Meredith Li is the DIY Memory Lab Coordinator for the Central Arkansas Library System. Originally from Little Rock, Arkansas, Meredith received their degree in sociology from Biola University. They’ve been working with the Central Arkansas Library System for four years, where they assist the public with digitizing their home movies and family photos, as well as provide Personal Archiving programs. They are the co-creator and co-leader of the Religious Community History Seminar 2025 and the Community History Seminar 2026, a series of educational programs that teach ten respective communities how to preserve, digitize, and record their histories.
Applying to Lineage Societies – Anne Orsi Tuesday, November 17, at 6:30 PM CST	Lineage societies can be social clubs and can give us genealogical bragging rights. Whether we are documenting a Revolutionary War ancestor to participate in patriotic activities, joining an ethnic heritage society, or joining a society commemorating our ancestors’ jobs, it’s fun to belong to a group. Anne will talk about some of the most common lineage societies, how to apply for membership, and even suggest a few fun ones to join just for fun. From AGS’s own Arkansas Ancestry certificates to the Jamestowne Society, and some interesting ones in between, the process tends to be very similar. Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/7xDDaM3-TGeu2t19nN815A#/registration Anne Orsi is an attorney and genealogist in practice in Little Rock, Arkansas. She has been the Registrar for the National Society of Colonial Dames of America in Arkansas since 2013 and reviews applications for the Arkansas Ancestry Certificates offered by the Arkansas Genealogical Society. Her mottos are “It’s not hoarding if it’s books. It’s a library” and “I doxx dead people.”
Share your Family Heritage Recipes – Mary Jane Baxley Tuesday, December 15, 2026, 6:30 PM	‘Tis the season for family gatherings and full dining tables—an ideal time to dust off that beloved heirloom recipe. Share the traditions and stories behind your favorite dishes and what makes them meaningful. Join us as we explore smart ways to preserve recipes and culinary memories and bring your own experiences to the conversation—after all, the best tips often come with a side of nostalgia and a wink. Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/nmydZzBWR56EE1ozY_CasA#/registration Mary Jane Bennett Baxley is a native Arkansan, growing up in Little Rock, Arkansas. Retired from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, she holds an M. A. Degree in Public History. Her passion for genealogy began at a young age, listening to her father and grandfather retell colorful tales of her pioneering family. She is currently 1^st Vice President of the Arkansas Genealogical Society, and a former President of Heritage Seekers Genealogy Club. Mary Jane currently hosts the monthly Kitchen Roundtable Talks for the Arkansas Genealogical Society.