ST. LOUIS RESEARCH INSTITUTE 2006 St. Louis Genealogical Society (StLGS) is offering a special week-long symposium to those, who have always wanted to research in the best genealogical repositories in St. Louis. Knowledgeable local genealogists will describe the collections, accompany you to area research facilities, and consult with you to help answer your specific research questions. Classes will be hosted by the Society and held at its office. In addition, hands-on research will take place at eight of the most important genealogical sites in St. Louis. The Institute promises to be an exciting opportunity to further your St. Louis' family history research. This week is open to all but is limited to just twenty participants to ensure that everyone receives personal assistance. For questions, e-mail: institute@stlgs.org. Register before 1 July for the early bird discount. For further information or to register online at the St. Louis Genealogical Society's website <http://www.stlgs.org/researchInstitute.htm>. ANNUAL RESEARCH TRIP TO SALT LAKE CITY Have you been thinking about a trip to Salt Lake City where you could solve some mysteries about your family? This is your chance! St. Louis Genealogical Society's annual research trip to the Family History Library is scheduled from 12-19 November 2006. This year's leaders are Patricia Walls Stamm, CG, CGL, a noted genealogy instructor and speaker, and Pamela Boyer Porter, CG, CGL, national speaker and co-author of Online Roots and Research in Missouri. The package includes an early planning session to help you prepare in advance for the trip. In Salt Lake City, you'll enjoy individual attention from leaders for your research problems, several optional one-hour classes during the week, a Sunday walking tour of the downtown area, Sunday night group dinner, and a Monday orientation with a tour of the library facilities. The trip is open to all, but it usually fills fast! A $100 deposit by 25 July 2006 holds your place. For questions, e-mail: slctrip@stlgs.org. For further information or to register online at the StLGS' website <http://stlgs.org/saltLake.htm>. Bob Emnett Research Director, St. Louis Genealogical Society