ACGS - Summer Webinar
2024-08-10 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
ACGS is thrilled to be working with Paula Grandpre Wood
for the Summer 2024 Virtual Webinar!
Paula Grandpre Wood’s presentation will be
What I Learned About the Ceinture Flechee and My Ancestral Heritage

Paula’s book invites readers to walk in the steps of real people with real joys and terrible heartache as they make the fateful decision to leave behind everything they knew in La Rochelle France and begin life anew in New France. After serving indentureships, they began families, and some of her ancestors were caught up in the Acadian Dispersal. In the more recent past her ancestors immigrated once again, this time to the U.S. Through genealogical research of Paula’s ancestors that was gifted to her by a family member, she learned the bare facts of the many generations of her forbears’ lives. One day these ancestors began speaking to her heart. She responded by delving into the broader story of the times they lived through. She began writing a series of letters to specific grandparents, asking them unanswerable questions and telling them how she longed to know them better.
Her family’s Ceinture Fléchée (Arrow Sash) has been passed down through six generations. The Sash binds the various parts of Paula’s story into a coherent whole. Undertaking a quest to bring the family’s heirloom to each ancestor’s grave, she discovered one ancestor after the next. With each discovery, she wrapped the tombstones with the family’s Sash. While learning and then writing about her 9x grandparents she walked the Long Trail in Vermont, discovering parts of herself she had never known existed. Along with her growing sense of closeness with these ancestors, she found her way back to the Catholic Church. Every step of her journey, she knew her ancestors were praying for her.

Join us on August 10, 2024 at 4 pm (ET)

To Register please Click Here: Webinar Registration
Deadline to Register is August 3, 2024

MGC - Writing a Compelling Family History w Jenifer Kahn Bakkala ​
2024-09-30 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom
MGC provides innovative education for genealogists, and authoritative advocacy for records access.
An Evening with Jenifer Kahn Bakkala
​Writing a Compelling Family History
Monday, September 30, 2024, at 7:00 PM ET via Zoom
This presentation is free but registration is required.
https://www.massgencouncil.org/ to register

NHSOG - Fall Conference with Blaine Bettinger
2024-10-19 09:30 - 15:00 | Puritan Backroom Conference Center, Manchester, NH, United States
Blaine Bettinger “The Genetic Genealogist” Will be the Featured Speaker at our Fall Conference
Saturday 19 October 2024, 9:30–3:00 at the Puritan Backroom Conference Center, in Manchester, N.H.
Blaine will give three presentations:

Understanding the DNA Testing Company Websites and Tools — Together we will explore the genetic genealogy company offerings, including the tools and analyses offered by the testing companies themselves. This will help us determine which tests and tools are best for our particular research question.

Using Autosomal DNA for 18th and 19th Century Mysteries — Even though our 18th and 19th century ancestors have been dead for decades, their DNA still survives in their descendants. Learn how to use autosomal DNA to attack and potentially solve genealogical mysteries and brick walls for ancestors who were born or lived in the 1800’s, 1700’s, and beyond.

Using Artificial Intelligence Tools for Genealogy — Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is a valuable new tool for genealogists, potentially saving 100s of hours a year and offering new ways to organize our research. However, these tools have important limitations that must be understood in order to utilize them properly and efficiently. We will cover the benefits and limitations of generative AI, and how you can explore this entirely new field without becoming overwhelmed!

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Tickets are for sale today, $70/in-person, $50 remote. In-person tickets include breakfast and lunch.
​Early Bird and Member Discounts are Available.
Ticket sales are strictly limited due to room capacity, so be sure to order today in order to ensure a seat.
https://www.nhsog.org/shop

MSOG - Annual Meeting and Program
2024-11-02 08:00 - 17:00 | Marlborough Country Club, 200 Concord Road, Marlborough, MA, United States

FGS - Genetic Genealogy, Empathy, and the NPE Community
2025-02-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Hermann Foundation Room of the Falmouth Public Library,, 300 Main Street, Falmouth, MA
The Falmouth Genealogical Society Presents Talk with
Genetic Genealogist Kate Penney Howard
Genetic Genealogy, Empathy, and the NPE Community
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 10:00 am–12:00 pm
FALMOUTH — The Falmouth Genealogical Society (FGS) will hold its monthly meeting on
Saturday, February 8, 2025, from 10:00 am-12:00 pm in the Hermann Foundation Room of the
Falmouth Public Library, 300 Main Street.
Kate Penny Howard will present Genetic Genealogy, Empathy, and the NPE Community.
She describes ‘NPE’ as what happens when a person takes a consumer DNA test and
discovers that their biological parent is ‘Not the Parent Expected’. Kate says that it’s often a
shock for individuals, and the discovery can trigger conflict and rejection in the family in which
they were raised as well as in their biological family. She will lead an exploration into the history
and culture surrounding how we identify family, and how consumer DNA testing has reframed
these concepts. She hopes that attendees will gain insight into the challenges faced by those
experiencing ‘NPE’ and develop empathy and practical skills for supporting individuals through
this often-turbulent journey of self-discovery. The talk aims to equip participants with the
knowledge and sensitivity needed to approach genetic surprises with understanding and grace.
Kate Penney Howard is a genetic genealogist, specializing in brick wall work, HighRoH, and
endogamy. During a bout with cancer, she discovered that she loves sharing her knowledge
with other genealogists. She is intentional about addressing injustice and myths in her
presentations. Kate has presented at Rootstech, East Coast Genetic Genealogy Conference,
the International Congress on Medieval Studies, NAAP/RTK’s Untangling Our Roots, and the
General Assembly of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). 2025 speaking engagements
include Rootstech, Ohio Genealogical Society 2025, and Ontario Ancestors Webinar Series, as
well as local library and genealogical society gatherings. Kate studied vocal music and earned a
Master of Divinity from Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis in 2011 and has been
pastor of North Christian Church since her ordination in 2012. She will join FGS via Zoom.
This talk is free and open to the public. It is also available via Zoom. For the Zoom
credentials, please contact fgspresident@gmail.com by February 7, 2025.

ACGS Webinar - Gene-ology: How We Understand Genetic Disorders Through Genealogy
2025-02-22 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom
Gene-ology: How we Understand Genetic Disorders Through Genealogy combines fundamental concepts in genetics, genealogical research methods, and French-Canadian history to provide a comprehensive understanding of common French-Canadian genetic disorders. It examines how these disorders are passed down through generations and how they manifest in genealogical records. Attendees will learn about the patterns of inheritance and the significance of these conditions within the context of French-Canadian genealogy. The presentation will also provide a practical guide on how to use ACGS resources to uncover disease patterns within family histories. It will cover essential terminology associated with medicine and genetic disorders, making it easier for participants to interpret both genealogical and medical records. Additionally, the session will briefly discuss the value of modern genetic testing in genealogical research, exploring how it complements traditional methods by offering deeper insights into hereditary conditions. It will also cover ethical considerations, focusing on privacy and informed consent in genetic genealogy.

Join us on February 22, 2025, at 4 pm (ET)

FGS - Hybrid Event - with Michael J. Proctor
2025-03-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Hermann Foundation Room of the Falmouth Public Library,, 300 Main Street, Falmouth, MA
The Falmouth Genealogical Society Presents Talk with
Michael J. Proctor, FHS Graduate and
Historian of the Massachusetts Society of Mayflower Descendants
The Search for Thomas O’Connor:
Brick Wall Solved with Oral History, Research and DNA
Saturday, March 8, 2025, 10:00 am–12:00 pm
FALMOUTH — The Falmouth Genealogical Society (FGS) will hold its monthly meeting on
Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 10:00 am-12:00 pm in the Hermann Foundation Room of the
Falmouth Public Library, 300 Main Street.
Michael J. Proctor, Historian of the Massachusetts Society of Mayflower Descendants and a
Falmouth High School graduate, will be the live guest speaker. Michael will discuss his “brick
wall”—the identity of his grandfather’s biological father. The answer had eluded family
genealogists for decades. Learn how he combined oral family history, dogged research, and
finally DNA analysis to solve the mystery. Through this work, Michael has created a new oral
history that identifies Thomas O’Connor as his grandfather’s biological father—more than 110
years after O’Connor’s death.
Michael became the Historian at the Massachusetts Society of Mayflower Descendants in
January 2024. Prior to this position, he served the organization as an application verifier while
building a small genealogy consulting business with a focus on the Canadian Maritimes. His
career in genealogy followed nearly 40 years working in retail management. Michael is a 1989
graduate of Falmouth High School where he credits English teacher Paul Cali with sparking his
interest in storytelling.
This talk is free and open to the public. It is also available via Zoom. For the Zoom
credentials, please contact fgspresident@gmail.com by March 7, 2025.

DFAW - Spring Program
2025-03-22 13:30 - 16:00 | Zoom
Windsor Historical Society
96 Palisado Ave Windsor, CT 06095
“Upcoming Plans for the Windsor Historical Society” with Carrie Taylor
“Genealogy Research and Land Records in Windsor” with Robert Hoskin.
Hybrid: In person or via Zoom
Registration: $10.00/Per Person
Registrations must be received by noon on Friday, March 21, 2025
We invite you—wherever you may live—to join us on Saturday, March 22 for a “hybrid” meeting conducted both in person at the Windsor Historical Society and via Zoom. Our speakers will be the Historical Society’s new Executive Director, Carrie Taylor, and DFAW member Robert Haskins. Carrie will introduce herself to our group, update folks about upcoming plans for the Society, and talk about some of the Society’s online resources. Rob’s presentation will focus on how to access and use deed and land records in Windsor and what information can be found that may be useful in genealogy research. He will illustrate how to use the records using a recent research project that he conducted.

TIARA - Virtual Celtic Connections Conference
2025-04-05 09:00 - 17:00 | Zoom
Virtual Celtic Connections Conference 2025
Join Us for CCC 2025 – FINDING MISSING FAMILY
Discover expert strategies to reconnect with lost family members in CCC 2025! This year’s theme, Finding Missing Family, explores the tools, records, and methodologies to locate relatives separated by history, life circumstances, or other challenges.
When: Saturday, April 5, 2025 | 9 AM-5 PM (Eastern Time)
Where: Online via Zoom
What You’ll Learn
Dive into compelling topics led by top experts in Irish genealogy and family history:

Using DNA and indirect evidence to solve puzzles
Tackling ethical and psychological challenges
Exploring the lives of women and children in care in Ireland

Why Attend?

4 Live Lectures: Delivered by internationally acclaimed speakers
Interactive Q&A: Get your questions answered live by the experts
Downloadable Syllabus: A handy PDF to guide your research
On-Demand Access: Watch recorded sessions anytime until 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 31 July 2025

Meet the Speakers and Topics

Fiona Fitzsimons: Suffer the Nation: Finding women and children in care in Ireland, 1840-1972
Dr. Maurice Gleeson: Methodology for solving Unknown Parentage Cases from an Irish perspective
John Grenham: Crabwise: indirect research can get you around a dead end
Dr. Penny Walters: From Separation to Reconnection: psychological and ethical dimensions of finding missing family in Ireland’s historical context

Don’t Miss Out!
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced genealogist, CCC 2025 will inspire and equip you to uncover your family’s hidden stories.
Questions? Contact us at registration@celtic-connections.org.
Since this is a live event, CCC 2025 reserves the right to offer an alternate presentation should a speaker be unable to participate.

CAS - My Dream Week in DC Exploring Federal Records -Webinar
2025-04-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
“My Dream Week in D.C.: Exploring Federal Records” with Amanda Perrine, MSLIS

Saturday, April 5, 2025, 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Networking at 10 a.m.
Virtual Meeting via Zoom

Amanda Perrine, MSLIS (Master of Science in Library and Information Services) was one of the lucky 38 lottery winners able to attend the 2024 Gen-Fed (Genealogical Institute on Federal Records), a weeklong series of advanced-level courses on federal records in a complex facility that’s held annually in Washington, D.C. Amanda, who was named the Executive Director of the OCPL Board in February, will share insights she gained that could help you with your research.

The event is free and open to the public. Non-members may email info@connecticutancestry.org for the Zoom link to be sent to you about a week before the event.

Pioneer Valley History Network - HistoryFest Pioneer Valley
2025-04-12 08:00 - 17:00 | Westfield State University
HistoryFest Pioneer Valley – Our Homespun History Conference
Saturday, April 12, 2025 at
Westfield State University
Join us for a gathering of local history enthusiasts, high school age and up, including local historians, public history professionals, genealogists, preservationists, academics, and others, in one place for one day of sharing.
This is a grassroots, democratic way to gather and share ideas and information. Anyone can present. The topics that are presented are the ones the presenters are passionate about. The sessions that are well-attended are the ones that are of interest to the attendees.
There is no specific theme, but presentations should be in some way related to the history of the Pioneer Valley or Massachusetts. Please, no political diatribes or sales pitches for commercial products or services. Other than that, the sky is the limit.
The cost is low — the goal is to break even. We want your participation. There will be plenty of opportunity for networking and an exhibit area for selling books and other history-related products.
If you would like to Present a Session, contact us, now, at: pioneervalleyhistory@gmail.com
Registration to attend the event will begin on January 19th.
Pioneer Valley History Network
History and Philosophy Department

Don’t Be Afraid of Technology—AI for Facial Recognition and Pairing
2025-04-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
Don’t Be Afraid of Technology—AI for Facial Recognition and Pairing
Saturday, April 12, 2025 | 10:00 am ET Falmouth Public Library
Free and Open to the Public. Program also available via Zoom. For the Zoom credentials, contact fgspresident@gmail.com by April 11, 2025
Zoom Presenter
Tina LaFreniere, Founder and CEO of the Related Faces website (relatedfaces.com) will describe how facial recognition works and provide pointers on photo restoration. She will provide practical information on decision-making and the use of Related Faces’ Resemblance Numbers and Pairings, combined with your family knowledge, to recognize and identify the “unknown” people in your family photos.
Tina began her genealogical journey over 15 years ago and, along the way, has inherited thousands of photos from her family, hundreds of which are unidentified. These photos inspired Related Faces, and the site was launched in February 2022. Tina is a member of the Genealogical Society of Collier County, Florida, the National Genealogical Society and The Photo Managers Group.

NHSOG - Spring Conference - Bringing Family Stories to Life
2025-04-26 09:30 - 14:30 | Zoom
NH Society of Genealogists Spring Conference
Saturday April 26 9:30-2:30 2025 via Zoom
Bringing Family Stories to Life: Writing, Publishing, and Recreating the Past
Paula Stuart-Warren Easy Ways to Begin Writing Your Family Story
Lisa Alzo DYI Publishing for the Family Historian: Tips, Tricks and Tools
Linda Macliver Evander MacIver: A Living Biography Created by My Heritage’s DeepStory
Register at www.nhsog.org/conferences Early Bird Special fee through April 12.

GSV Spring Membership Meeting
2025-05-03 09:30 - 17:00 | Rutland Historical Society, 96 Center St, Rutland, VT, 05701
Genealogical Society of Vermont Spring Membership Meeting, Saturday May 3rd 2025, at the Rutland Historical Society, 96 Center St., Rutland, VT 05701.
The morning program will consist of two speakers: J. Kevin Graffagnino: “Ira Allen of Vermont: A Hard Founding Father to Love” and Michael Dwyer: “French-Canadian Names Lost in Vermont.” Registration, which begins at 9:30 a.m. includes the program, morning “coffee,” and a luncheon of consisting grinders from Gill’s Delicatessen, beverage, and chips, is $25 for GSV members and $30 for non-members. The afternoon program will consist of a tour of the society’s archives.
To register please send a check by April 25, 2025 to: Genealogical Society of Vermont, 57 East Shore North, Grand Isle, VT 05458. Please include a note with your check if you require a gluten-free option. More information and online registration via PayPal at:
https://genealogyvermont.org/upcoming.htm

FGS - The Dainty/Undy Saga: Connecting Two Identities to One Person
2025-05-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Falmouth Public Library, 300 Main Street, Falmouth, MA, 02540, United States
The Falmouth Genealogical Society Presents Talk with FGS Member Stanford Bates Vincent
The Dainty/Undy Saga: Connecting Two Identities to One Person
Saturday, May 10, 2025, 10:00 am–12:00 pm
Falmouth Public Library, 300 Main Street, Falmouth, MA
This talk will be presented live and is free and open to the public. It is also available via Zoom. For the Zoom credential, please contact fgspresident@gmail.com no later than May 9.

FGS member Stanford Bates Vincent, presenting in person, will demonstrate the use of disparate record types to uncover the truth regarding a mysterious relative. He was able to prove that Joseph H. DAINTY who was born 10 July 1870 in Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire, England is one and the same person as Joseph H. DAVIS who died on 26 August 1935 in Portland, Oregon. The process will touch briefly on this person’s father Henry DAINTY, his mother Harriet UNDY and their other six children as they made their way to Somerville, Massachusetts via Brooklyn, New York and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Stanford Bates Vincent, a descendant of Matthew Vincent of Kittery Point, Maine (circa 1720), is a retired Boston businessman, charter member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association, and founding member of the New Black Eagle Jazz Band. He and his wife Carol Ann (Dainty) Vincent have made Falmouth their home since 1996.

ACGS - Spring Conference - The Founders of New France
2025-05-17 11:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
ACGS Spring Conference 2025
100% Virtual
May 17, 2025 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. ET
A Focused View on the Founders of New France

Are you passionate about genealogy, history, or the fascinating stories of the founders of New France? Then our Spring Conference is the event you’ve been waiting for! Whether you’re a seasoned genealogist or just beginning your journey, this conference is designed to captivate and inspire you.
We are thrilled to present three esteemed speakers who will delve into various intriguing aspects of New France’s founding figures. Each speaker brings a unique perspective and a wealth of knowledge, promising sessions that are both educational and engaging.
We hope that you enjoy the day’s speakers and topics. Read on for a full description of each speaker’s presentation and biography, and secure your spot at the ACGS Spring Conference!

FGS - If These Walls Could Talk: House Histories in Town and Country
2025-06-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Oak Grove Cemetery, 46 Jones Road, Falmouth, MA
The Falmouth Genealogical Society Presents Talk:
If These Walls Could Talk: House Histories in Town and Country
with Jill Morelli, CG, CGL and Pam Pracser Anderson, CG
Saturday, June 7, 2025, 10:00 am–12:00 pm
Oak Grove Cemetery, 46 Jones Road, Falmouth, MA
In-Person and Zoom. For the Zoom credential, contact fgspresident@gmail.com no later than June 6th.
The Falmouth Genealogical Society (FGS) will hold its monthly talk and Annual Meeting on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 10:00 am-12:00 pm at Oak Grove Cemetery, 46 Jones Road, Falmouth, MA.
If These Walls Could Talk: House Histories in Town and Country will be presented in person by Jill Morelli, CG, CGL and Pam Pracser Anderson, CG
Did you ever wonder about the people who lived in your house—or an ancestor’s home? Whether it’s a farmhouse nestled in the countryside or a house on a city block, every house has a story to tell. This presentation explores how to research the history of a house using both urban and rural examples. We will look at a city house’s evolution over time through maps, deeds, city directories, and building permits, then contrast that with a long-held farm property, focusing on land transfers, tax records, censuses, and newspapers. Both case studies highlight the kinds of questions to ask and the types of records that reveal how a property and its families changed over time. Special attention will be given to resources and repositories relevant to Massachusetts researchers, though the strategies can be applied anywhere. Whether exploring your ancestors’ houses or your own, you will leave with a clear sense of how to begin—or deepen—your own house history research.
Jill Morelli, CG, CGL is a writer, lecturer, and co-founder of the Applied Genealogy Institute (Learn by Doing) and founder of the award winning (2) Certification Discussion Group that demystifies the BCG portfolio process by sharing techniques learned personally and from others. She lectures and has written articles for NGSQ, The Sept and others. She is past president of Seattle Genealogical Society and is program director for the Puget Sound Chapter of the Association of Professional Genealogists. And she loves returning to the Falmouth Genealogical Society for the 11th year!
Pam Pracser Anderson is a Certified Genealogist and owner of Anderson CoGen in Franklin County, Pennsylvania. She began researching her family history in 2010, beginning with one of the original settlers of Owego and Tioga Counties in New York. Pam lectures on various genealogy topics and has written articles for the NGSQ, NYG&B Record, and Association of Professional Genealogists Quarterly among others. She received the NGS Award of Merit for the Certification Discussion Group’s Mentorship Program that support individuals pursing genealogy certification.

FGS - The AI-Powered Genealogist: Working Smarter, Not Harder in Family History Research - Talk
2025-07-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Falmouth Public Library, 300 Main Street, Falmouth, MA, 02540, United States
The Falmouth Genealogical Society Presents Talk:
The AI-Powered Genealogist:
Working Smarter, Not Harder in Family History Research
with Jennifer Zinck, CG
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 10:00 am–12:00 pm
Falmouth Public Library, 300 Main Street, Falmouth
Free talk. Open to the Public. Live Speaker. In-Person and Zoom. For the Zoom credential, contact fgspresident@gmail.com no later than July 11.
The Falmouth Genealogical Society (FGS) will hold its monthly talk Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 10:00 am-12:00 pm at the Falmouth Public Library, 300 Main Street, Falmouth.
The AI-Powered Genealogist: Working Smarter, Not Harder in Family History Research will be presented in person by Jennifer Zinck, CG. Zinck will highlight how AI tools can transcribe and translate historical documents, organize and analyze large sets of data quickly, refine search strategies for better results, identify patterns and connections in family history records, and assist in problem-solving for tricky genealogical questions.
Zinck is a Certified Genealogist with more than 20 years of research experience. She is a researcher, writer, and speaker who specializes in Connecticut resources and DNA evidence for genealogy. She is a graduate of the Boston University Genealogical Certificate Program and has taught for the program. Zinck is serving her fifth term as the President of the Connecticut Professional Genealogists Council and her second term on the Board of Governors of the Connecticut Society of Genealogists.

ACGS - Webinar - What to Do With Your Stuff – Planning for the Future of Your Genealogy and Artifacts
2025-07-26 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom
ACGS is excited to be working with Peggy Jude
for the Summer 2025 Webinar!
Peggy Jude’s presentation will be
What to Do With Your Stuff – Planning for the Future of Your Genealogy and Artifacts
Every year, countless genealogical documents and cherished family heirlooms are tragically discarded, lost to future generations. This session offers practical strategies to safeguard your invaluable research and family treasures, ensuring their preservation for years to come. Through methods for organizing, documenting, and digitizing irreplaceable records and stories, we’ll explore proven approaches to prioritize and protect your research. You’ll leave with clear steps to preserve and share your family’s legacy for generations to come.
Join us on July 26, 2025, at 4 pm (ET)
Session will be recorded if you are not able to make the live presentation, and will be available for 30 days.
About the Presenter: Peggy Jude

Peggy is a speaker, educator and researcher who specializes and teaches multiple times each month in five areas of genealogical interest: DNA, Genealogical Technology, Preserving Family History and Family Heirlooms, Genealogical Methods and Records, and Swedish Genealogy.
She is an instructor in the DNA Foundations course at the Institute for Genealogical and Historical Research. She leads both the DNA and Technology Special Interest Groups for the Manatee Genealogical Society (FL) where she is also VP and member of the board.
Peggy holds a BS in Zoology from Iowa State University and an MBA from the University of Michigan. Following a successful career as a Global Human Resources Executive, she opened her genealogical business centered on the west coast of Florida. She is a graduate of ProGen and a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists and the Genealogical Speakers Guild. She is a graduate of ProGen, and an alumnus of multiple advanced genealogical institutes.

FGS: Finding the Living: Doing Descendancy Research Talk
2025-08-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Falmouth Public Library, 300 Main Street, Falmouth, MA, 02540, United States
The Falmouth Genealogical Society Presents Talk:
Finding the Living: Doing Descendancy Research
with Rhonda R. McClure, Senior Genealogist, American Ancestors
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 10:00 am–12:00 pm
Falmouth Public Library, 300 Main Street, Falmouth
Free talk. Open to the Public. Zoom Speaker. In-Person and Zoom. For the Zoom credential, contact fgspresident@gmail.com no later than August 8.
The Falmouth Genealogical Society (FGS) will hold its monthly talk Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 10:00 am-12:00 pm at the Falmouth Public Library, 300 Main Street, Falmouth.
Rhonda R. McClure, Senior Genealogist with American Ancestors, presenting via Zoom, will discuss how descendancy research, i.e. tracing all descendants of an individual to the present, can help you further your research. While family historians most often focus on tracing their ancestry further and further into the past, there are cases when doing the opposite—tracing lines forward is required. Whether you are building out your ancestors’ network of extended family, hoping to understand DNA connections, working on a study project, creating a family association, or just want to connect with distant family, this talk will provide the tools and strategies for finding living relations.
Rhonda McClure is a nationally recognized genealogist and lecturer. She is the editor of the recently released 6th edition of the Genealogist’s Handbook for New England Research. Her areas of expertise include: immigration and naturalization, late 19th and early 20th Century urban research, and New England and Mid-West research.

NHSOG - Fall Conference
2025-09-20 09:30 - 14:30 | Zoom
To Register for NHSOG Fall Conference Click Here

ACGS - Fall Conference - All Welcome
2025-09-27 10:30 - 16:00 | Zoom
Virtual Fall Conference and Annual Meeting
September 27, 2025 – 10:30 A.M. – 3:45 P.M.
Conference Speakers:
Luc Baronian, PhD
Hugo Saint-Amant Lamy
Pierre Gendreau-Hétu
Click Here to Register for the Fall Conference Today!
Registration closes on September 20th, 2025
All Presentations will be recorded and available for paid attendees for 30 days after the conference.
For Details on speaker bio’s and descriptions of presentations, please go to https://acgs.org/fall-conference-2025/ . All are welcome, members and non-members.

The Falmouth and Cape Cod Genealogical Societies Present Two Talks
2025-11-15 10:30 - 13:30 | St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 421 Wianno Avenue, Osterville, MA, 02655, United States
The Falmouth and Cape Cod Genealogical Societies Present Two Talks
Data Collection: Mastering Techniques in Genealogical Research
Broad Context: How to Find It and Use It! with Jill Morelli, CG
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 10:30 am–1:30 pm
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 421 Wianno Avenue, Osterville
The Falmouth and Cape Cod Genealogical Societies will hold their annual joint meeting on Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 10:30 am-1:30 pm at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 421 Wianno Avenue, Osterville.
Jill Morelli, CG, CGL is a writer, lecturer, and co-founder of the Applied Genealogy Institute (Learn by Doing) and founder of the award winning (2) Certification Discussion Group that demystifies the BCG portfolio process by sharing techniques learned personally and from others. She lectures and has written articles for NGSQ, The Sept and others. She is past president of Seattle Genealogical Society and is program director for the Puget Sound Chapter of the Association of Professional Genealogists. Jill Morelli, CG will present two talks.
Data Collection: Mastering Techniques in Genealogical Research
As genealogists, the foundation of our work lies in the careful collection and accurate interpretation of data. Ensuring that we follow best practices not only enhances the quality of our research but also upholds the ethical standards of our field. This presentation will provide you with the tools and techniques to manage and interpret genealogical data effectively and assure confidence in your response to tough genealogical problems.
Broad Context: How to Find It and Use It!
By understanding the broad context of our geographic area and the era, we can interpret the evidence more accurately and thereby understand the decision-making of our ancestors more clearly. We sometimes view context as just the historical events that affected our ancestor. We will broaden that definition and explain the difference between it and social history. Examples clarify meaning and illustrate how this is a project-long process rather than applied at the end.

These talks are free and open to the public. They are also available via Zoom.
Pre-registration is required for Zoom access: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/jZZv2cAqRy6uNeQrx0LBBw
Bag lunches will be available at a modest cost by pre-order only. Visit the FGS website at www.falgen.org for full program details, Zoom registration instructions, and lunch ordering information.

FGS - Naturalization & Citizenship Records in U.S.
2025-12-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Falmouth Public Library, 300 Main Street, Falmouth, MA, 02540, United States
The Falmouth Genealogical Society Presents Talk:
Naturalization and Citizenship Records in the United States
with Christine Cohen, Whittier (CA) Area Genealogical Society
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 10:00 am–12:00 pm
Falmouth Public Library, 300 Main Street, Falmouth

The Falmouth Genealogical Society (FGS) will hold its monthly talk Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 10:00 am-12:00 pm at the Falmouth Public Library, 300 Main Street, Falmouth.
Christine Cohen, Program Director with the Whittier (CA) Area Genealogical Society, will present via Zoom: Naturalization and Citizenship Records in the United States.

Naturalization is the process by which an alien becomes an American citizen. Naturalization records can provide a researcher with valuable information such as an ancestor’s birth date, birth location in the country of origin, occupation, immigration year, marital status, spouse information, and witnesses’ names and addresses. Naturalization and the individual steps to citizenship could be done at any “court of record” of which there were 5,000 in the United States.
This talk is free and open to the public. It is also available via Zoom. For the Zoom credentials, please contact fgspresident@gmail.com by December 12, 2025.

JGSGB - Jewish Genealogy: Discover Your Family History
2026-01-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Zoom
The Jewish Genealogical Society of Greater Boston(JGSGB) will teach its award-winning course, Jewish Genealogy: Discover Your Family History via ZOOM on 8 Wednesday evenings between January 7, 2026, to March 18, 2026 7pm – 9pm.
Through lectures and individual help sessions, learn basic research skills, how to use online genealogy resources, finding immigrant ancestors in the U.S. and European records, Holocaust research, DNA testing and much more.
Tuition is $250 and includes a 1-year membership to the JGSGB.
For more info and to register, go to https://www.jgsgb.org/course/

FGS Talk - I Knew I Was Adopted — How I Filled in the Story with Research
2026-01-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Falmouth Public Library, 300 Main Street, Falmouth, MA, 02540, United States
The Falmouth Genealogical Society Presents Talk:
I Knew I Was Adopted — How I Filled in the Story with Research
with FGS Member Mary O’Keeffe
Saturday, January 17, 2026, 10:00 am–12:00 pm
Falmouth Public Library, 300 Main Street, Falmouth
The Falmouth Genealogical Society (FGS) will hold its monthly talk Saturday, January 17, 2026, from 10:00 am-12:00 pm at the Falmouth Public Library, 300 Main Street, Falmouth.
FGS Member Mary O’Keeffe will present in person: I Knew I Was Adopted — How I Filled in the Story with Research. She will share the evolution of her research which began in the late 1990s and resulted in obtaining her original birth certificate. She’ll detail her adoption research and DNA testing and matches, and the creation of her biological family tree. And, with this research success, she took a trip to County Leitrim, Ireland in June 2023 to further explore her roots.
Mary’s passion for genealogy started more than 25 years ago. A self-described “detective” by nature, she used these skills to research and solve her genealogical puzzle. Mary worked in the telecommunications field for more than thirty years. In retirement, she has turned her attention to supporting many local non-profit organizations, serving on the Board of Directors of the Boys and Girls Club of Cape Cod and the Family Table Collaborative and volunteering for Cape Kid Meals.
This talk is free and open to the public. It is also available via Zoom. For the Zoom credentials, please contact fgspresident@gmail.com by January 16, 2026.

ACGS -Winter Webinar w Kathryn Lake Hogan
2026-01-24 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom
ACGS is excited to be working with Kathryn Lake Hogan, UE, PLCGS
for the Winter 2026 Webinar!
Kathryn Lake Hogan’s presentation will be
Making the Most of the Canadian Census Records

Canadian census records from 1851 to 1931 offer invaluable details for family historians, but each census presents unique content and challenges. By tracing three families—Canadian, French-Canadian, and Black Canadian—through these records, practical strategies are demonstrated. Discover how surname variations, enumerator instructions, and changing census questions influence your research, and learn the best websites for accessing these collections. From the nation-building 1871 Federal Census to the Prairie Province special returns and the modern 1931 release, attendees will gain the tools to effectively interpret census data and enhance their Canadian genealogy research.
Register at link below. Deadline to Register is January 17, 2026
About the Presenter: Kathryn Lake Hogan, UE, PLCGS
A native of Southwestern Ontario, Canada, Kathryn Lake Hogan, UE, PLCGS, is a professional genealogist and educator with deep roots in Canada through her five Loyalist ancestors. Since founding Looking4Ancestors in 2007, Kathryn has helped family history researchers discover their Canadian ancestry, blending her expertise with an approachable and insightful teaching style.
Kathryn graduated from ProGen 4 and the International Institute for Genealogical Studies, earning professional learning certificates in English and Canadian genealogy. She is currently pursuing accreditation with ICAPGen.
Kathryn has written articles featuring Canadian genealogy for CrossRoads, Family Tree Magazine, The In-Depth Genealogist, and the APG Quarterly. Having served in leadership roles for notable organizations such as Ontario Ancestors, the Association of Professional Genealogists, and the United Empire Loyalists Association of Canada, she continues to champion greater accessibility, inclusivity, and diversity in family history.
Kathryn is a sought-after speaker who captivatingly engages audiences at genealogy society meetings and regional and national conferences. As a course coordinator and instructor of the Ontario and Quebec course at the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy (SLIG), she helps researchers sharpen their skills and dive deeper into their Canadian family history.

FGS - Falmouth’s Whaling Heritage with Joe Mattingly
2026-02-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Falmouth Public Library, 300 Main Street, Falmouth, MA, 02540, United States
The Falmouth Genealogical Society Presents Talk:
Falmouth’s Whaling Heritage
with Joe Mattingly
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 10:00 am–12:00 pm
Falmouth Public Library, 300 Main Street, Falmouth
The Falmouth Genealogical Society (FGS) will hold its monthly talk Saturday, February 14, 2026, from 10:00 am-12:00 pm at the Falmouth Public Library, 300 Main Street, Falmouth.
Falmouth was the home port of 13 whaling ships that made 52 whaling voyages, mainly to the Pacific, between 1820 and 1864. Six whalers were built in Falmouth, most of them at Bar Neck Wharf in Woods Hole, under the oversight of the patriarch of Falmouth whaling, Elijah Swift. With a total population of no more than 2,600, Falmouth produced an astounding 65 ship captains, some of whom took their wives on whaling voyages of three to five years and had children born at sea. In this presentation, you will compare the Falmouth boys’ dreams of glory and adventure with the hard, punishing realities of whaling.
Joe Mattingly is a docent at Falmouth Museums on the Green and a volunteer at the Cape Cod Canal Visitors Center with a special interest in the history and culture of New England and Falmouth whaling. Joe is a native of Maryland, a long-time docent for Historic Annapolis, and a retired lawyer. Joe and his wife Eileen first came to Cape Cod in the late 1960s when he was a U. S. Air Force officer at Otis AFB. They returned from Maryland part-time in 2011 and have been year-round residents of Bourne since 2019. Joe received his formal education from the Georgetown University School of Foreign Service, Saint John’s University School of Law, and Georgetown University Law Center.
Joe cannot claim to be a Mayflower descendant. However, he is a direct descendant of George Calvert, the first Lord Baltimore and founder of Maryland, and Leonard Calvert, the first provincial governor of Maryland (1634-1647).
This talk is free and open to the public. It is also available via Zoom. For the Zoom credentials, please contact fgspresident@gmail.com by February 13, 2026.

For more information, visit the FGS website at falgen.org.

NERGC BOD Meeting
2026-03-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom

NERGC Delegates Meeting
2026-03-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
This will be the first Delegates Meeting for the 2027 conference.
