A presentation titled No More Excuses: Ten Family History Writing Tips for Procrastinators by Lisa Ann Alzo, M.F.A. will be offered via Zoom. Often the most difficult part of writing a family history is getting started. If you feel stuck due to information overload, lack of time, or writer’s block, you are not alone. In […]
Connect with fellow genealogists to discuss research, share hints, and ask questions. All are welcome!
This webinar will help you get started in gathering the required documentation. What you can use and what you can't use. This step in preparation is essential to having a good lineage application. HANDOUT
Marriage & Divorce Records of the 1800's" On Monday, February 13, 2023 at 7:00 pm, the Lorain County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will present a virtual program. Genealogist Thomas S. Neel - In recognition of Valentine's Day will present "Until Death Do Us Part: Marriage & Divorce Records of the 1800's". This online […]
Discover how to access and search Ancestry Library Edition to grow your family tree. Presented by Lisa Rienerth. Choose to attend in-person at Medina Library or on Zoom. Zoom link emailed at time of registration. Registration is required.
The Fairfield County Chapter/OGS meeting will be held on Thursday, February 16, 2023, at the Genealogical Research Library, 503 Lenwood Drive in Lancaster. Refreshments at 6:30, short business meeting at 7:00 pm, followed by the program: webinar with Beth Foulk on "Colonial Immigration". All are welcome.
First quarter meeting of the Morgan County Chapter OGS at Kate Love Simpson Library in McConnelsville, Ohio.
In the Lindamood Room of the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library, 206 Broadway, Findlay, OH. Featured speaker Justin Crawfis - Local & Family History Librarian at The Findlay-Hancock County Public Library.
"A Peppy Time with Pep Files" presented by Lori Berdak Miller - This is a Virtual meeting only
You have collected your documentation and now it is time to put it together. Learn the steps of assembly that will produce an excellent lineage application. Handout
Linda Collins will detail the settings, events and people she researched for her historic novel, Dreams of Revolution. The two main settings are Hopewell Furnace and Philadelphia in 1777-1778, during British occupation of the city. Hopewell supplied cannon and shot for the American Continental Army, a treasonous activity. The British luxuriated in Philadelphia while General […]
Deb Kitko, MLS, PLCGS will present "Writing Your Family Narrative". After all that family research you've been doing for what seems like an eternity, it is time to stop procrastinating and write your story. In her presentation, Deb will lead you through this process. A business meeting will follow. The program will be held in […]
The Firelands Genealogical Society (OGS) invites our chapter members to this VIRTUAL meeting with Melissa Barker, Archivist, who will show us how to Preserve Family Records Like a Professional! All paid members will receive an email Zoom link to the meeting.
We are inviting OGS Chapter leadership to join us for a OGS Chapter Zoom Meeting with OGS Board Members and OGS Staff. We look forward to seeing you there.
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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!