Several New York genealogy societies will present free programs during the month of September.
The Buffalo Irish Genealogical Society will have its genealogical library open by appointment in September. For more information, contact Donna Shine at librarian@bigswny.org
The Polish Genealogical Society of New York State will present “Digging Into Church Records: What Latin Do You Really Need to Know” on Thursday, Sept. 1o at 7 p.m. This presentation is geared toward those who have never attempted to read Latin church records, especially those from the 17th and 18th centuries. Using visual aids, the presenter will walk through the building blocks of the records found in many parish record books, with examples drawn from areas that are now part of Poland. To register, go to: https://pgsnys.online/events/digging-into-church-records-what-latin-do-you-really-need-to-know-by-kasia-dane/
The Westchester County Genealogical Society will meet on Saturday, Sept. 12 at 10 a.m. This month’s topic will be “Preserving Your Family History.” Explore practical methods to preserve family history, focusing on safeguarding family heirlooms, old photographs, and valuable memories. Learn best practices for physical and digital preservation, ensuring your family’s legacy remains accessible for future generations. A real-life case study will illustrate the importance and impact of these efforts, offering inspiration for hobbyists and genealogists alike. Non-members interested in attending should send a direct message through the club’s Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/WCGSinNewYork/
The Buffalo Genealogical Society of the African Diaspora will meet at the Central Library of the Buffalo and Erie County Public Library on Saturday, September 12 at 11 a.m.
The Jefferson County NY Genealogical Society will present a program on “Digitize New York” on Monday, Sept. 14 at 6 p.m. Learn more about the “Digitize New York” launched by the New York Genealogical and Biographical Society in 2023. Their mission is to educate communities across New York State in the preservation of at-risk historical documents. For more information, go to: https://jcnygs.org/
Rochester Genealogical Society will present “The Martyr and a Traitor” on Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 6:45 p.m. at Nazareth University. To register for the program, go to: https://nyrgs.org/upcoming-events
Capital District Genealogical Society will present “Investigative Genetic Genealogy” on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 1 p.m. This is a Zoom only presentation. For information on how to register for the program, go to: https://www.cdgsny.org/meetings
The Western New York Genealogical Society will present “Reconstructing World War I Army Service Records” on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 10:30 a.m. Learn about World War I army service records and explore the invaluable role of unit records in reconstructing the journeys of our ancestors who served. Discover how unit records provide a rich tapestry of information, offering insights into individual experiences, battles fought, and sacrifices made during this pivotal period in history.
To register, go to: https://www.wnygs.org/meetings
The Genealogical Society of Rockland County will present “Historic New York City Birth, Marriage and Death Records” on Tuesday, Sept. 29 at 2 p.m. The largest collection of publicly available New York City birth, marriage, and death records is now online and free to access! The New York City Municipal Archives has been working to digitize the millions of birth, marriage, and death records it holds since 2013. Just over 10 million digitized records, some as far back as the 1850s and 1860s, are now available online. To register, go to: https://newcitylibrary.org/event/gsrc-meeting-71608
**The Niagara Genealogical Society will present “Using Western New York Naturalization Records of FamilySearch” on Wednesday, Sept. 30 at 7 p.m. via Zoom. To register, go to: https://www.facebook.com/Niagara.County.Genealogical.Society
