Fairfield County Chapter meeting
The Fairfield County Chapter of OGS is meeting on July 16, 2026, at the Genealogical Research Library, 503 Lenwood Drive in Lancaster. Refreshments at 6:30 pm, business meeting at 7:00 […]
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Fairfield County Genealogical Research Library 503 Lenwood Drive, Lancaster, OH, United States
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Stark County-Memory Makers: Friday Edition
Stark Library-Plain Community Branch 1803 Schneider Street NE, Canton, United StatesGet ready to snip, stick, and share! This hands-on workshop is a chance for kids, teens, and adults to disconnect from screens and uncover their own story. A variety of […]
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OGS Library Open 9am-5pm
The OGS Library in Bellville, Ohio, is open one Saturday a month, 9:00am-5:00pm. Linda Swanson, OGS Librarian, and Jenna Kish, OGS Archivist are available for patron questions. Regular library hours […]
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Road Trip to Family History at the OGS Samuel D. Isaly Library
Planning a genealogy road trip in July? Add the OGS Library as a stop! Librarians from Medina, Wayne, Stark, and Summit Counties are bringing their local genealogy and history expertise […]
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Richland County OGS Meeting
Monthly Meeting
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Stark County-Accessing Historical Newspapers
Stark Library-East Canton Branch 224 N Wood St, East Canton, OH 44730, East Canton, United StatesNewspapers are living history, capturing important events and personal information. Learn how to access historical newspapers using Library databases to find your family history or conduct another research project.
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OGS Chapter Connection Zoom Meeting
Featured OGS Chapter Connection Zoom MeetingVirtual EventJoin us from 7:00 to 8:00 pm for our next OGS Chapter Connection Zoom Meeting. We discuss ways to improve your chapter or society and many facets of chapter management. […]
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Stark County-Memory Makers: Friday Edition
Stark Library-Plain Community Branch 1803 Schneider Street NE, Canton, United StatesGet ready to snip, stick, and share! This hands-on workshop is a chance for kids, teens, and adults to disconnect from screens and uncover their own story. A variety of […]
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Cleveland Italian Ancestry Organization (CIAO) Meeting
Independence Branch, Cuyahoga County Public Library 6361 Selig Boulevard, Independence, United StatesWe will be having an open forum meeting where members share their stories, research, questions, and expertise. Bring your questions and brick walls for assistance from the group.
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Stark County-Genealogy Puzzle
Stark Library-Plain Community Branch 1803 Schneider Street NE, Canton, United StatesAre you a history buff? Participants will work together to solve puzzles and discover the story of Stark County’s own Robert Pinn.
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Stark County-Memory Makers: Friday Edition
Stark Library-Plain Community Branch 1803 Schneider Street NE, Canton, United StatesGet ready to snip, stick, and share! This hands-on workshop is a chance for kids, teens, and adults to disconnect from screens and uncover their own story. A variety of […]
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Medina County – Family History Series: Patriot or Not? Using the GPS on a Closed DAR Line
Medina County District Library 210 South Broadway Street, Medina, OH, United StatesThis case study illustrates how following the Genealogical Proof Standard (GPS) to collect records and correlate evidence helps trace a Pennsylvania family’s possible movement to Ohio and Indiana. The Colglazier […]
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Medina County – Genealogy Discussion Group
Medina County District Library 210 South Broadway Street, Medina, OH, United StatesConnect with fellow genealogists to discuss research, share hints, and ask questions. All are welcome! No registration required. Attend in person at Medina Library, 2nd floor Conference Room 2A.
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Wayne County Library – Divorces, Decrees, and Discoveries
Wayne County Public Library 220 W. Liberty St., Wooster, United StatesCourt records reveal more than legal matter. They uncover ancestors' lives. Learn tips for accessing and accessing and working with these valuable genealogy resources.
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Chapter Connections – Thursday
Featured Chapter Connections – ThursdayVirtual EventJoin us from 7:00 to 8:00 pm for our next OGS Chapter Connection Zoom Meeting. We discuss ways to improve your chapter or society and many facets of chapter management. Suggestions for topics to be discussed are always welcome. Chapter members are welcome to attend.
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OGS Library Open 9am-5pm
The OGS Library in Bellville, Ohio, is open one Saturday a month, 9:00am-5:00pm. Linda Swanson, OGS Librarian, and Jenna Kish, OGS Archivist are available for patron questions. Regular library hours […]
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Richland County OGS Meeting
Lineage Society Potluck
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Licking County Chapter – Finding an Ohio Pioneer Family Using Migration Routes and mtDNA
Licking Co Genealogy Society at LC Library 101 W. Main Street, Newark, United StatesThe Licking County Chapter of OGS is pleased to welcome Kelly Bergheimer as a guest presenter for her program “Finding an Ohio Pioneer Family Using Migration Routes and mtDNA” on […]
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Stark County-Journaling My Story
Stark Library-North Branch 189 25th Street NW, Canton, OH 44709, Canton, United StatesOne of the best gifts we can give future generations is recording our stories. Learn how to capture your memories through journaling with our Family and Local History staff. We know the right kind of questions to get you started and will help you along the way. Trust us; future great-great grandchildren will be glad […]
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Stark County – From Roots to Branches: Explore Your Family History
Stark Library-DeHoff 216 Hartford Ave SE, CantonGet help taking the most important step in finding your ancestors- your first! Learn how to get started searching, gathering, and organizing your family history.
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Wayne County Library – AI-Powered Family History: Tools for Deeper Discovery
Wayne County Public Library 220 W. Liberty St., Wooster, United StatesExplore innovative AI tools that enhance family history research by improving document analysis, planning, and data interpretation - unlocking new ways to uncover your ancestry.
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2026 OGS Fall Retreat
FeaturedThe Ohio Genealogical Society 611 State Rte 97 W, Bellville, OH, United StatesGet Tickets Free – $280.00 -
OGS Library Open 9am-5pm
The OGS Library in Bellville, Ohio, is open one Saturday a month, 9:00am-5:00pm. Linda Swanson, OGS Librarian, and Jenna Kish, OGS Archivist are available for patron questions. Regular library hours are Tuesday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm.
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Licking County Chapter – New England Explorers
Licking Co Genealogy Society at LC Library 101 W. Main Street, Newark, United StatesThe Licking County Chapter of OGS is pleased to welcome 1st VP of OGS Deborah Deal as a guest presenter for her program "New England Explorers" on Sat., Sept. 12th, at 11 a.m. LCGS chose this topic because the Mayflower set sail in September. This free program will be held online via Zoom and is […]
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OGS Chapter Connection Zoom Meeting
Featured OGS Chapter Connection Zoom MeetingVirtual EventJoin us from 7:00 to 8:00 pm for our next OGS Chapter Connection Zoom Meeting. We discuss ways to improve your chapter or society and many facets of chapter management. Suggestions for topics to be discussed are always welcome. Chapter members are welcome to attend.
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Cleveland Italian Ancestry Organization (CIAO) September Meeting
Independence Branch, Cuyahoga County Public Library 6361 Selig Boulevard, Independence, United StatesJoin us for an open forum meeting, where members share their stories, research, questions, and expertise. Bring your questions and brick walls for assistance from the group. If you plan to attend, whether in person or via Zoom, please RSVP by emailing [email protected]. Those who wish to connect via Zoom will be sent a link […]
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Defiance County – Genealogy Seminar with Sunny Morton
Defiance College Serrick Campus Center 701 N. Clinton St., Defiance, United StatesThe Defiance County Chapter of OGS, the Defiance Public Library and the Defiance College will be hosting a one day seminar on September 26, 2026 at the Defiance College Serrick Campus Center, 701 North Clinton St., Defiance, Ohio. This is a free event open to the public, but pre-registration is required. Sign up at the […]
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Stark County – The Revolutionary Fort Laurens – Presented by Fort Laurens Museum
Stark Library-East Canton Branch 224 N Wood St, East Canton, OH 44730, East Canton, United StatesLearn the history of Ohio's only Revolutionary War fort. When was it built and how did it contribute to America as we know it today?
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Licking County Genealogical Society Genealogy and Heritage Expo
Licking Co Genealogy Society at LC Library 101 W. Main Street, Newark, United StatesThe Licking County Genealogical Society will host a Genealogy and Heritage Expo from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3rd., at the Downtown Newark Library in the room off of the lobby. Exhibitors include, to name a few, OGS chapters from Fairfield and Muskingum counties, Hetuck Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution, Benjamin […]
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Wayne County Library – Pews & Pedigrees: Church Records Examined
Wayne County Public Library 220 W. Liberty St., Wooster, United StatesDiscover how church records - baptisms, marriages, and more - unlock family history. Learn to access and interpret these vital documents to enrich your genealogical research and uncover your ancestors' stories.
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Chapter Connections – Thursday
Featured Chapter Connections – ThursdayVirtual EventJoin us from 7:00 to 8:00 pm for our next OGS Chapter Connection Zoom Meeting. We discuss ways to improve your chapter or society and many facets of chapter management. Suggestions for topics to be discussed are always welcome. Chapter members are welcome to attend.
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Ohio Genealogical Society Writing Contests
OGN Contest 1 July – 30 September
OGSQ Contest 1 September – 31 December
OGS is sponsoring its genealogical writing contest to reward amateur and professional genealogical authorship and to help fill the pages of its renowned journals with articles.
Prizes range from $25 – $100. Full Writing Contest Details
PLEASE NOTE: All Lineage Society applications are due Nov 30!