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Events for November 2024:

Saturday, November 9th
Meet and Greet Local Author at the Stratton Municipal Building

A meet-and-greet event featuring 12 local non-fiction authors will take place on Nov. 9 in Stratton, Ohio, organized by the Jefferson County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society. The event, held at the John M. Abdalla Municipal Building, aims to introduce authors who have written about local history, with a special focus on Jefferson County and the Ohio Valley. Attendees can purchase books, get autographs, and participate in giveaways. The event is free and will be accompanied by a fundraising lunch hosted by the Stratton Volunteer Fire Department. The gathering aims to celebrate local authors and their contributions to preserving regional history.

Local Authors to Attend Meet-and-Greet in Stratton, Ohio


The Jefferson County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society is hosting a special meet-and-greet event on November 9th, 2024, at the John M. Abdalla Municipal Building in Stratton, Ohio. This event will feature 12 local non-fiction authors, each with a unique connection to Jefferson County and the Ohio Valley. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the authors, purchase books, get autographs, and participate in giveaways. The free event will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will coincide with a soup and sandwich fundraising lunch organized by the Stratton Volunteer Fire Department.

Flora VerStraten-Merrin, president of the Jefferson County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society, has been a champion of local history for over 20 years. She is excited to bring together a group of talented authors who have written about the rich history of Jefferson County. "We have so many wonderful local authors who have told some amazing stories of life up and down the Ohio Valley. This event is a great opportunity to introduce them to the community and celebrate their work," VerStraten-Merrin said.

Those scheduled to attend include Susan M. Guy, Joan McGlone, Virginia Glenn, Bob Petras, Mary Zwierzchowski, Rena Glover Goss, Sandy Faye Hudnall Day, Gary Cornell, Mary Ann Cooper Smith, Fred Miller, Janice Van Horne Lane, and Gary S. Williams.

Each author will discuss their work, share insights on local history, and provide updates on upcoming projects. Guests are encouraged to bring any books they already own for autographs. Those who purchase books at the event will receive a free tote bag and bookmark, courtesy of the Public Library of Steubenville and Jefferson County.

Under VerStraten-Merrin's leadership, the Jefferson County Chapter has transformed into a valuable resource for anyone interested in genealogy and local history. When she began as president, the chapter had no office or genealogical records. Today, it boasts a research library, a dedicated office, and over 1.2 million digitized records, freely accessible to the public through familysearch.org.

The chapter also offers various resources, including a quarterly newsletter, free educational programs, and a collection of historical publications. VerStraten-Merrin is deeply committed to ensuring that the history of Jefferson County and its surrounding areas in the Ohio Valley is preserved for future generations.

Event Details:
- Date: November 9, 2024
- Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
- Location: John M. Abdalla Municipal Building, 134 Second Ave., Stratton, Ohio
- Admission: Free

For more information on the event or to learn about the Jefferson County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society, visit http://jeffcochapter.com or contact the chapter at (740) 346-2820. Emails can also be sent to jeffersoncounty1@att.net.

Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to connect with local authors and discover more about the fascinating history of Jefferson County!