Several New York State genealogy societies will be hosting programs in July.
The Western New York Genealogical Society will present a “Save Our Cemeteries” workshop on Saturday, July 13 from 9 am to 4 p.m. in Niagara Falls. The morning program include four presentations at the Calvin K. Richards Community Center: “Uncovering the Past: Using Cemetery Records for Genealogy Research;” “Importance of Volunteerism;” and “Cemeteries in New York State.”
In the afternoon, from 1:30-4 p.m., participants will travel to the Witmer Cemetery and participate in four rotating sessions: A tour of he cemetery to see results of the restoration process there; A demonstration on the proper way to clean headstones; A talk on how to combat invasive plant species and a demonstration of headstone repair and resetting techniques. The cost is $20 for members and $25 for non-members. To register for the workshop, go to: https://www.wnygs.org/event-details/save-our-cemeteries-workshop
Jewish Genealogy Society of Long Island will present “Help! I Got my DNA Results and I’m Confused” on Wednesday, July 17 at 7 p.m. Did you get your autosomal DNA results from any or all of the 4 testing companies? Do you, have tens of thousands of matches that they tell you are close relatives, only to find that they don’t share a surname or town in common? Join us in understanding your results of ethnicity and matches; how to prioritize them, and reduce the thousands of matches to numbers you can research and find keys to expanding your genealogy family tree. This webinar is for beginners and others who are just stuck or don’t know what to do next. To register, go to: https://jgsli.org/
The Genealogical Society of Rockland County will present “Our Favorite Websites for 2024” on Tuesday, July 23 at 7 p.m. We’ll go over newer sites for genealogy and local history research and return to some of the old mainstays too. These websites have been found by members of the Genealogical Society of Rockland County and library patrons! Have one you think we should mention? Please send it to Joe at jbarbieri@newcitylibrary.org. This is will be a hybrid meeting. To register, go to: https://newcity.librarycalendar.com/event/genealogical-society-rockland-county-meeting-our-favorite-websites-45217
The Capital District Genealogical Society will have an in-person meeting at the Clifton Park-Half Moon Public Library on Saturday, July 27 at 1 p.m. The topic will be “How to Read Old Handwriting.” Struggling to read those old historical documents? Gain invaluable insights and practical strategies for deciphering your ancestors’ records, allowing you to uncover hidden stories and connect with your heritage in ways you never thought possible. From understanding the evolution of handwriting styles to employing innovative techniques for enhancing legibility, this talk promises to equip you with the skills and confidence needed to navigate the rich tapestry of your family history For more information, go to: https://cphlibrary.libnet.info/event/10803630
