Many New York State public libraries will be offering free genealogy programs in the first half of May. A second posting of events will follow in two weeks. The Hamlin Public Library (Monroe County) provides free Genealogy Help every Tuesday from 2-4 p.m. Need help
The Historical Society of Newburg Bay & The Highlands will be hosting Scanning Sundays in April, May and June. Bring your photographs, negatives or slides that show Newburgh and its people and the society will digitize them for free. No appointment is needed. The society
The Virtual Genealogical Society will be hosting several free webinars to celebrate its 7th birthday on Sunday, April 27 from 1-5 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Topics will include: *Tune Up Your Cousin Bait *Newspaper Research *Finding Photos of Your
The Capital District Genealogical Society will host an in-person Genealogy Help Day on Saturday, April 26 at the Guilderland Public Library. It will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Whether you are a beginner or have a “brick wall” you are trying the
The New York State Division of Cemeteries is naming Saturday, April 26, “Caring for Your Cemetery Day.” Help cemeteries in your area prepare for the Spring and Mother’s Day visits by volunteering to clean-up from the winter. There are over 75 cemeteries participating this year
