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Calendar of Upcoming Genealogy Related Events

Some events are sponsored by CDGS and are so identified. Other events are sponsored by other organizations. (Click on the Calendar Image)

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It's 2024 and we have a great lineup of programs lined up. Go to the Meetings tab to learn about this year's presentations.

Special Interest Groups

Everyone who is interested in family history is not necessarily interested in the same subject area or skillset. With that in mind CDGS sponsors three Special Interest Groups. Opportunities for members to delve into their family history in a smaller group setting. 

• Writers' Workshop - led by retired English Professor Paul Lamar. Participants refine how to express their thoughts and research in a written format. There is a $35 surcharge for participation in this group.  A new five meeting session starts in September, registration opens on August 1. 
• French/French Canadian Research - This is a newly forming group who will share sources, tips, tricks, etc. to improve reseach of their French or French Canadian ancestors. There is no charge for paricipation in this group.
• Jewish Genealogy - This group  will focus on finding those elusive Jewish ancestors. There may also be opportunities to volunteer in Jewish Cemetery clean up. There is no charge for participation in this group.

If you are interested in any of these groups email contactcdgs@cdgsny.org

October 26, 2024
1 PM ET

Adding Spreadsheets To Your Genealogical Toolkit

Jill Crandell

Too often family historians settle for using their computers merely to locate and store data. More power lies at your fingertips. This presentation will demonstrate the invaluable use of Microsoft Excel® in assisting genealogical researchers. Learn to analyze and manipulate data like never before.

November 16m 2024

1 PM ET

Determining where your Upstate New York ancestors lived can provide valuable context to understanding their lives but figuring out that physical location can sometimes be tricky. Learn about map resources and various survey and lotting systems used in Upstate New York as well as some strategies that can help you put your ancestor on the map.

Attendees will learn:
· Key map resources for locating where your ancestor lived.· Some of the various survey & lotting systems used in Upstate New York.· Some strategies for placing your ancestor on the map.· Some examples of how these mapping skills may be used beyond New York State.

Heritage Hunters Annual Genealogy Conference will be Saturday, October 19th, at The Saratoga Town Hall, 12 Spring St. in Schuylerville from 8:15 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

In the morning, starting at 8:45 a.m., Genealogists Judith E. Harper and Keren Weiner will present the programs "Add PERSI, ArchiveGrid, and HDI to your Family Research Toolbox!" and "Digging Deeper, Finding Our Family Roots."

In the afternoon, genealogy researcher Lynn Calvin will talk about "Navigating the Saratoga County Genweb Site." and Lawyer John Cromie will cover the topics "Underused Resources at the County Clerk's Office" and "Ask a Lawyer Your Genealogy Questions."

Light refreshments and lunch will be provided. Full details at SARATOGA COUNTY HERITAGE HUNTERS [Facebook]. Cost is $25. Non-members $40 to include a 2025 HH membership. Call Ginny at 518-885-9309 by October 11th to register.

For a pdf of the conference brochure click HERE.

NEW from our friends at Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County