Several New York genealogy societies will present programs during the month of September.
The Ontario County Genealogical Society will present “How Do I Search the FamilySearch Catalog for Records” on Wednesday, Sept. 4 at 7 p.m. The meeting will take place at 55 N. Main Street in Canadaigua. For more information, go to: https://www.ocgsny.net/programs
Orange County Genealogical Society will present “What Was the Fate of the German Palatines Who Arrived in Newburgh in 1709” on Saturday, Sept. 7 at 10:30 a.m. at the 1841 Historic Courthouse in Goshen. In 1709, 16 families of German Palatines were settled in what would later be called Newburgh. Ten years later when a land grant for the Palatines was issued by the Colony of New York, only nine families were named. What happened to the original families? For more information, go to: https://ocgsny.org/index.php/calendar-of-events/
The Western New York Genealogical Society will present “Tracing Your Home’s History” on Sunday, Sept. 8 at 7 p.m. Was your home moved, damaged by fire or enlarged to accommodate a growing family? Tina will provide strategies for researching the history of your home by using government records, newspapers, phone directories, maps and other resources. Every home tells a story, what does yours say? To register, go to: https://www.wnygs.org/meetings
The New York Genealogical and Biographical Society will present “Zigzagging Through German Church Records” on Thursday, Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. Learn the most effective approach to using the baptismal, confirmation, marriage and burial records from German church registers. By using the different bits of information found in each register, researchers can zigzag their way to adding centuries to a pedigree. There will be a Q& A session. To register, go to: https://www.newyorkfamilyhistory.org/events/zigzagging-through-german-church-records
The Polish Genealogical Society of New York State will present “A History of Mental Health Care and Its Institutions in New York State” on Thursday, Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. The history of mental health care and the institutions that provided it is complicated. Certainly, there were times when the treatment was barbaric for those judged to be insane. In New York, the efforts of both physicians and reformers lead to a series of laws that would usher in a more widespread focus on Moral Management. Moral Management of the insane argued for fresh air and exercise, a regimented work schedule, and kindness. To register, go to: https://pgsnys.online/meetings/
**The Westchester County Genealogical Society will present “Diving Into the Holdings of the New York State Archives” on Saturday, Sept. 14 at 10 a.m. The presenter, Jane E. Wilcox, is the author of a book about the New York State Archives which will be released this fall. WCGS members will receive the zoom link inside the September newsletter. Interested in attending as a guest? Send us a DM with your email address and we’ll send you the zoom link a day or two before the meeting.
The Jewish Genealogy Society of New York will present “Help! I Got My DNA Results and I’m Confused (Part 2)” on Sunday, Sept. 15 at 2 p.m. Learn proven methodologies that will allow you to prioritize your next 50 unknown priority matches with the highest probability of finding a common relative on a family tree. This presentation is primarily for those with Jewish ancestry who have used the principles presented in Part 1. Learn actionable processes that you can use in your genealogy research, including new criteria for each testing company. For more information, go to: https://jgsny.org/
Chautauqua County Genealogical Society will on Wednesday, Sept 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the Cassadaga American Legion.
The Rochester Genealogical Society will present “I Have a Civil War Ancestors, Now What?” and “Navigating the Records from the War of 1812” on Sept. 17 at 6:45 p.m. Learn what records are available for your Civil War ancestors only at the National Archives, what records are online already, and how to access all of them. In addition, learn why War of 1812 records were created, how to make sense of them, and what those records can contain for your ancestors. To register, go to: https://mms.nyrgs.org/Calendar/moreinfo.php?org_id=RGS&eventid=141358
Genealogical Society of Rockland County will present “Expanding Your Ancestor’s Footprint” on Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. Learn to utilize the techniques of collateral research, or what genealogist Elizabeth Shown Mills refers to as your ancestors F.A.N. Club (Friends, Associates and Neighbors). Learn how to use this method to break down brick walls, build genealogical proof and place your ancestor’s life in historical context. To register, go to: https://newcity.librarycalendar.com/event/gsrc-meeting-51287
The Herkimer County Historical Society will present a genealogy workshop on Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 5:30 p.m. at 406 N. Main Street. Have you always wanted to start a family tree but aren’t sure where to start? Started your tree but now you’re stuck? Come sit with the researchers. To reserve a seat, call 315-866-6413 or email herkimerhistoryresearch@yahoo.com.
Niagara County Genealogical Society will present “Are You Calling My Granddad a Liar? Family Lore and What to Do with It” on Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 7 p.m. Combining genealogy and pop psychology, we’ll discuss the origins of some frequently-occurring genealogical myths and how to tease out the truth in your family tree. To register, go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwvd-GtrD8vGdK5sJcaAlgMM2QZ64oF4Pym#/registration
Capital District Genealogy Society will meet at the New York State Museum and host two in-person presentations on Saturday, Sept. 28 beginning at 1 p.m. The topics will be “The Archaeology and Genealogy of Two Rensselaerswyck Tenant Farmhouse Sites in Albany and Rensselaer Counties” and “Archaeology, Genealogy and the Rural African American Family in the Capital Region.” A Zoom link will be provided for members who cannot attend in person.
