Thought some of the locals might have interest in this event: The Genealogical Society of Salem County, in observance of the 15th Anniversary of their founding, in conjunction with the Colonial Swedes Society, are hosting a Book Signing for the two new Swedish church books by Dr. Peter S. Craig and Rev. Kim-Eric Williams. This takes place tomorrow, Saturday, May 19th from 1- 3 PM in Woodstown, Salem County, NJ at the Friends Village Community Center. The first two volumes in a series; Colonial Records of the Swedish Churches in Pennsylvania. Volume 1 is subtitled The Log Churches at Tinicum Island and Wicaco 1646-1696. Volume 2 is subtitled The Rudman Years, 1697-1702. These books cover the earliest Colonial period, of the Swedish churches on the western side of the Delaware, but there are references to the Jersey people as well. Some material is newly translated, or otherwise unpublished. Some was found in Archives in Sweden. Each book is 240 pages, in a library binding and includes an every-name index. Directions: The Friends Village is located on Rt. 40 East - about a mile from the light in the center of town which is the junction of Rts. 40 and 45, and not far past the High School on the right hand side as you head for the shore. There are two large green signs announcing the Friend's Village at the entrance. Stay to your left as you go back the drive, and look for the flag pole and the building with the large covered porch, which is the Fenwick Center. There is ample free parking, as well as handicapped access. The books can be purchased at the event or follow the links via either of these websites: www.colonialswedes.org or www.old-swedes.org. Unfortunately, Dr. Craig is unable to attend but it will be a great opportunity to meet the Rev. Williams and many of your cousins from Salem County and/or of Swedish descent, plus save yourself the cost of shipping. Genealogical Society members will get an additional discount. Light refreshments will be served, and the event is free to the public. All are invited to attend. Some on this list might remember that the first official function hosted by the Genealogical Society of Salem County, was a tea and book signing featuring Dr. Craig and his then newly published 1693 Census of the Swedes. Hard to believe that was 15 years ago now. I think most of us are thankful to him and to the Colonial Swedes Society for their invaluable contributions over the years, as well as to the GSSC. Hope I see you there. Please feel free to forward this message to anyone you think might have interest. Val