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SLIG 2018: Need to change up your lunch options?

Posted on by Dayna Jacobs - "On Granny's Trail"

After five days at SLIG you might want to add some variety to your life by trying out a new lunch spot. Did you know there are some great little places within a block and a half of the Hilton? Just head east on Broadway (300 S.) and cross Main Street to find a cluster of eateries you might not know about. Some I have tried, and some come highly recommended by my son, who worked a few blocks away for ten years. On Main Street you will find J-Dawgs for amazing and cheap hot dogs. Continue reading “SLIG 2018: Need to change up your lunch options?” →

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SLIG 2018: Genealogy and Chinese New Year

Posted on by Dayna Jacobs - "On Granny's Trail"

On a lunch break from SLIG yesterday, I decided to go out for Chinese food and got a nice surprise when I opened my fortune cookie. What genealogist wouldn’t want to have a fortune like this?

I’m looking forward to the Year of the Dog!

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SLIG 2018: (I don’t) know it all

Posted on by Dayna Jacobs - "On Granny's Trail"

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And the good news is that I don’t need to know it all, because genealogy is an “open book” test. You don’t have to have all knowledge in your head, but you do need to know where to look to get the answers. And coming to SLIG is like reading 20 books in one week! So, halfway through my third day here (remember, I attended SLIG Tech Day on Saturday) I’m fully immersed in my little world of research methodologies and resources. Continue reading “SLIG 2018: (I don’t) know it all” →

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SLIG 2018: Getting around town

Posted on by Dayna Jacobs - "On Granny's Trail"

If you’re not a local, or even if you are and you don’t want to worry about bringing a car, you’ll be glad to know Salt Lake City has great public transportation as well as Uber and Lyft options.   If you are coming from the Salt Lake International airport, hop on the Trax green line rail and ride it all the way to the Gallivan stop. Walk around to the west side of the block and you’ll be at the Hilton—SLIG’s home. Continue reading “SLIG 2018: Getting around town” →

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A Firsthand Look at Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy (SLIG): Day 1 – Tech Day

Posted on by Dayna Jacobs - "On Granny's Trail"

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Curious about what it’s like to attend a genealogy institute?  Follow along as I share observations and experiences during my week at Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy (SLIG), held annually in Salt Lake City, Utah.  I touched down in Salt Lake City International Airport two days ago and have already begun my adventure. Continue reading “A Firsthand Look at Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy (SLIG): Day 1 – Tech Day” →