Connecticut Society of Genealogists, Inc.

11/16/2025

From American Ancestors

We are excited to introduce Revolutionary Roots, our new hub for exploring family connections to the American Revolution. This site brings together research guides, records, expert articles, and personal stories—all in one place—to help you discover how your ancestors experienced this pivotal moment in history. With the 250th anniversary approaching, it's the perfect time to explore your family's history and see what Patriot or Loyalist connections you might uncover! Explore revolutionaryroots.americanancestors.org

11/15/2025

‼️Announcement: Our website is currently having technical issues. If you are trying to sign up for our 1pm program today, on Breaking Down Irish Brick Walls with Kerri Tannenbaum, please use this direct Zoom link to register.

Do all of your U.S. – based records for your Irish immigrant ancestors list only “Ireland” as the place of origin? Are you unable to trace your ancestry further back in Irish records without knowing the county or townland? This is a common frustration for many researchers with Irish heritage. ...

11/14/2025

If you have your DNA at MyHeritage, they have a major update with their Theory of Family Relativity.

We’ve updated the data for Theory of Family Relativity™, adding 103 million new theories to help you explore your relationships to your DNA Matches.

11/14/2025

We are so excited for what's in store for our Programs in 2026! We have some outstanding topics and speakers lined up for you in 2026 all on Zoom and all FREE. Registration is already open for these events. Visit our website at https://www.csginc.org/events

We will let you know when we have other 2026 programs and events locked in!

11/12/2025

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11/10/2025

👏Thank you to all who came out to our community scanning day yesterday at East Hartford Public Library! Here are a few photo highlights. We loved hearing the stories about the people in your photos and are honored we could help preserve their memories for your family.

We plan on doing another one in the Spring of 2026. Stay tuned for details after the new year.

11/10/2025

There's still time to register! 📅

This Saturday, November 15, at 1:00 pm EST, we host a Zoom presentation: “Breaking Down Irish Brick Walls: Successful Case Studies in Identifying Place of Origin” with Kerri Tannenbaum.

If you have Irish ancestors and have hit a dead end, this talk is for you.
Register now via our website:

Saturday, November 15, 2025 – 1:00 P.M. EST The Connecticut Society of Genealogists, Inc. presents "Breaking Down Irish Brick Walls: Successful Case Studies in Identifying Place of Origin" with Kerri Tannenbaum Registration Information: This event will take place virtually on Zoom. The event is FR...

11/07/2025

Support the Connecticut Society of Genealogists Before the Year Ends!

As we approach the end of the year, we humbly ask for your support of the Connecticut Society of Genealogists (CSG), a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving family history and providing invaluable resources to genealogists of all levels.

Why Donate?
Your contributions directly impact CSG's ability to:
🖥️ Maintain our library access to databases, like Ancestry.com and Fold3, making it easier for researchers to uncover their family stories.
🎙️ Host engaging speakers and workshops to educate and inspire the community.
💻 Improve online accessibility to our publications and resources through our website.

Bonus: Tax Deductible Contributions
As a 501(c)(3) organization, your donations to CSG are tax deductible—an added benefit to giving before December 31st!

Whether you’re passionate about preserving history, uncovering your family’s roots, or supporting a community of like-minded individuals, your gift makes a difference.

🌟 Donate Today: On our website ( ) https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=TQ6TWQH2N2EW8&source=url&ssrt=1761172059453 🌟
Thank you for your support!

11/05/2025

Calling All Connecticut Family Reunions!
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Are you planning a family reunion with Connecticut roots? Let us know! The Connecticut Society of Genealogists would love to highlight your upcoming gathering on our page, website, and an upcoming member eblast.

​Submit details to us at csginc@csginc.org and celebrate your family’s legacy with our community!

11/04/2025

📣Free Webinars alert!

Join Family Search each week in November for free live webinars about AI, Memories and the FamilySearch Merge Tool.

Join us in November for live webinars from the FamilySearch team/

11/03/2025

Coming November 9: Family Memories Day (in person) 🕰️

From 1:30 – 4:30 pm, in partnernship with East Hartford Public Library, let us help you scan family photos, and treasured documents to share with your family.

📍 Details and Link to Register : https://csginc.org/event/in-person-family-memories-day/