Holiday Social (Members Only)

   SAVE THE DATES!
  In-Person and Online Tour Options
  Celebrate the season with your fellow NHG members by   choosing the tour experience that suits you best – either   joining us in person to explore the Cathedral of Learning   OR participating in a virtual tour the following week.   Only one option per member.
 
In-Person Tour
Saturday, December 6, 2025
11:00 am to 12:30 pm
📍 Cathedral of Learning, 4200 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15260
Enjoy a festive, guided walk through twelve beautifully decorated Nationality Rooms with fellow members while experiencing the artistry and cultural traditions represented on the first and third floors of the Cathedral. Following the tour, members are invited to continue the celebration with an optional lunch at The Eatery nearby. Each member will purchase their own meal, and this relaxed time together offers a pleasant chance to enjoy conversation and holiday cheer.
 
Online Tour
Friday, December 12, 2025
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Eastern
📍 Hosted online (link will be provided)
If you prefer to join from home, come together with fellow members for a virtual guided exploration of the same twelve Nationality Rooms. This digital experience highlights their design, cultural heritage, and holiday décor while still bringing NHG members together for a friendly, festive gathering.
 
✨ Additional details, including registration information for both tours, will be available soon.

35th Anniversary Tee Shirts

We're making special Tee Shirts to commemorate NHG's 35th anniversary!  All of the ordering info is HERE

Technology SIG - November 14

Technology SIG will meet on the 2nd Friday of every month at 7:00 PM (ET). Join us as we discuss Technology issues and strive to work Smarter not harder.  Register for the virtual Zoom meeting HERE.  More details available HERE.
 

DNA SIG Meeting November 15

This group is focused on studying the use of DNA testing results as part of Genetic Genealogy research.  We meet online via Zoom to have general discussions, and try to answer questions based on the collective experience.  If you have something in particular you'd like to talk about or see discussed send an email to dnasig@NorthHillsGenealogists.org.  We meet on third Saturday afternoons from 2-5pm (ET).  Register for this virtual Zoom meeting HERE. 

Recording of NHG Meetings

Please note that recording or sharing this presentation in any form is NOT PERMITTED,  as our speaker agreements to do allow for recordings to be made. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain the privacy and integrity of our presentations. 

November 17th Monthly Meeting

Join Kelli Bergheimer for "Organizing Your DNA Genealogy Data." 
 
The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM on November 17, 2025. 
It will be held in person at Christ Episcopal Church or as a virtual meeting via Zoom. 
 
Click HERE to register to attend in person, 
or HERE to register for the Zoom meeting.
 
Full details are available HERE

Genealogy Book Club SIG - November 18

The next meeting of the Genealogy Book Club Special Interest Group (SIG) is November 18 @ 7:00PM via Zoom.  Our September selection is The Stranger in my Genes: A Memoir by Bill Griffeth. Bill Griffeth, longtime genealogy buff, takes a DNA test that has an unexpected outcome. As he takes us on his journey, we learn about choices made by his ancestors, parents, and others.  More details available HERE.
 
Register for this virtual Zoom meeting HERE.  

German SIG Meeting - November 20

 
German  Research Special Interest Group:   This SIG meets online monthly on the third Thursday at 7pm (ET), and covers all aspects of researching your German heritage.  Register for this virtual Zoom meeting HERE.  
 
The Special Interest Groups are a North Hills Genealogists Members-Only benefit. Learn more about NHG and join HERE

PA Research SIG - December 3rd

Shaler Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room - 6PM
The focus of this group is on research and resources relating to Pennsylvania roots. 
More details on this group are available at PENNSYLVANIA RESEARCH SIG

Eastern European SIG - December 2

EASTERN EUROPE SIG: Next Meeting December 2nd @ 6:00PM
Location: Our in-person meeting will take place at St John’s Lutheran Church of Highland at 311 Cumberland Road.
 Additional information about this SIG is available at EASTERN EUROPE SIG.

British Isles SIG - December 8

The next meeting of the British Isles research SIG is on December 8th at 7:00 pm Eastern via Zoom.   Register for this virtual Zoom meeting HERE.   Additional information about this SIG is available at BRITISH ISLES SIG.
 

Research Resources

Looking for resources to help with your research?  Check out the RESEARCH HELP section of our website for links to a variety of websites that can help move things along in your search for ancestors.  NEW THIS WEEK:  A listing of the genealogy book collection at Northland Public Library.

Special Interest Groups

NHG has organized geographic Special Interest Groups for: the British Isles, Eastern Europe, and Pennsylvania.  We also have Interest Groups focused on Technology as well as DNA/Genetic Genealogy.  There is even a book club SIG. Please click on Special Interest Groups along the left of this page for details and meeting times and locations. These groups meet outside of the regular North Hills Genealogists meetings and focus on their specific areas of interest. 

Beginner's Packet Now Available to NHG Members

Be sure to visit the "NHG LIBRARY" area when you login - the latest edition of the Genealogical Beginner's Packet is available for download by all NHG members.

Meeting Handouts

Handouts for many of our meetings are available for download by NHG members after logging into the website and clicking on "NHG LIBRARY" in the left-hand menu.  If you need assistance logging in please send an email to Info@NorthHillsGenealogists.org

Volunteers Needed

NHG has a variety of projects and activities under way that help our members - but volunteers are needed to help some of them blossum. Please let us know at Info@NorthHillsGenealogists.org if you'd like to discuss how you might help out.  In particular we're looking for a vice-President.

NHG Board Meeting - January 6

The November Board meeting will be held January 6th at 7 PM Eastern Time.  Board meetings are open to all current NHG members.  Please click HERE to register for the Zoom meeting. This is an ONLINE-ONLY meeting.
 

FEBRUARY BOARD MEETING - FEB 3rd

The February Board meeting will be held February 3rd at 7 PM Eastern Time.  Board meetings are open to all current NHG members.  Please click HERE to register for the Zoom meeting. This is an ONLINE-ONLY meeting.
 

NHG Board Meeting - March 3

The MarchBoard meeting will be held March 3rd at 7 PM Eastern Time.  Board meetings are open to all current NHG members.  Please click HERE to register for the Zoom meeting. Those attending in person at CAFE CONMINGO IN WEXFORD will gather between 6 and 7 for food and socializing (directly across Rt 19 from Wexford Plaza, 10 N Meadows Drive). 
 

NHG @ Heinz History Center
Nov 2025 Monthly Meeting
Monday - 11/17/2025
Join Kelli Bergheimer for "Organizing Your DNA Genealogical Data."    The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM on October 20, 2025. It will be held in person at Christ Episcopal Church and as a virtual meeting via Zoom.    Click HERE to register to attend Christ Episcopal Church in person. You can register for this meeting via Zoom HERE.   Kelli ...
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Genealogy Book Club SIG Meeting
Tuesday - 11/18/2025
  NOTE! We are meeting on November 18 due to the Thanksgiving holiday! The Genealogy Book Club Special Interest Group meets on the 4th Tuesday every other month via zoom to discuss a book with a genealogy slant. Members are sent questions to review prior to discussing that month's ...
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German SIG Meeting
Thursday - 11/20/2025
German research Special Interest Group:  NHG member Fred Held coordinates this SIG's activities.  You can email Fred at GermanSIG@NorthHillsGenealogists.org to have him add your name to the mailing list for future notifications.  This SIG meets online monthly on the third Thursday, and covers all aspects of researching your German heritage.   You must register ...
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