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Saturday, October 5
Hydref Fall Festival and Market Faire (Special Events)
11:00 am to 4:00 pm Depreciation Lands Museum
Step back in time at the Hydref Fall Festival & Market Faire! 🍁
Join North Hills Genealogists (NHG) as we experience history with skilled craftspeople, reenactors, and purveyors of goods, all set against the beautiful backdrop of fall. Volunteers from NHG will be on hand to visit with those who are interested in genealogy and researching their family histories.
Highlights include:
- Traditional crafts and activities like making jump ropes, musket balls, and cornhusk dolls.
- Authentic 18th-century food and music.
- Interactive displays and talks by historical experts.
- Fun for kids with games, toys, and a chance to make their own crafts.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to learn about history while enjoying the season’s beauty,
Admission: $5 for adults, $3 for children. Tickets available at the gate.
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Monday, October 14
British Isles SIG Meeting (Special Interest Groups)
7:00 pm Zoom Meeting, see registration information below
Theme for October 2024 British Isles SIG: Guest speaker to discuss a case study in Welsh immigration
If you have any questions, you may email us at BritishSIG@NorthHillsGenealogists.org to have your name added to the email list for future notifications.
You must register in advance for this meeting ( click here). After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
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Wednesday, October 16
Writing Your Genealogy Special Interest Group (Special Interest Groups)
4:00 pm Shaler North Hills Public Library
The NHG Writing SIG (Special Interest Group) is a gathering of genealogists who encourage each other to record and share their family stories and histories. The group meets each month (usually taking a summer break) at the Shaler North Hills Library at 4:00 pm in the conference room of the Shaler North Hills Library. The address is 1822 Mt Royal Blvd, Glenshaw, PA 15116.
More details on the group are available at: WRITING SIG
Our meetings are usually in the Conference Room. Occasionally a library event may necessitate a change of room or cancellation. Check the NHG website as well as Shaler Library's website, if unsure. There may be snow cancellations if Shaler Twp calls off schools (generally follows the Pittsburgh Schools cancellations for weather). |
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Thursday, October 17
German SIG Meeting (Special Interest Groups)
7:00 pm Zoom Meeting, see registration information below
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 in advance for this virtual meeting HERE. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
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Saturday, October 19
Genetic Genealogy DNA Special Interest Group (Special Interest Groups)
2:00 pm Online via Zoom
This month we'll have general discussions, and breakouts, trying to answer questions based on the collective experience. If you have something in particular you'd like to talk about or see discussed, just send an email response to this message at dnasig@NorthHillsGenealogists.org.
C lick HERE for Zoom registration information.
This group is focused on studying the use of DNA testing results as part of Genetic Genealogy research. Our meetings are held on Saturday afternoons from 2:00-5:00
The Special Interest Groups are a North Hills Genealogists Members-Only benefit - you can join NHG here: https://northhillsgenealogists.org/cpage.php?pt=105
This SIG can be contacted at DNASIG @ NorthHillsGenealogists.org with questions or to add your name to the mailing list for future notifications. Joining Meetup.com and subscribing to North Hills Genealogists will allow you to receive automated weekly updates on all of our NHG activities.
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Monday, October 21
NHG Oct 21, 2024 Monthly Meeting (Meetings)
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Join Linda Debe for "Exploring Unindexed Records with Family Search Labs: Unlocking Hidden Gems in Genealogical Research."
The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM on Oct. 21, 2024. This meeting will be held in person at Christ Episcopal Church and as a virtual meeting via Zoom.
Click HERE to register for attending in person at Christ Episcopal Church. You can register for this meeting via Zoom HERE.
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Wednesday, October 23
Pennsylvania Research SIG (Special Interest Groups)
6:00 pm Shaler Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
The focus of this group is on research and resources relating to Pennsylvania roots.
We meet once per month usually with a break in the summer as well as in December.
Our meetings are usually in the Conference Room. Occasionally a library event may necessitate a change of room or cancellation. Check the NHG website as well as Shaler Library's website, if unsure. There may be snow cancellations if Shaler Twp calls off schools (generally follows the Pittsburgh Schools cancellations for weather). |
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Friday, October 25
Field Trip to Pittsburgh PA City-County Buildings (Special Events)
10:30 am to 12:30 pm Meet at Pittsburgh Courthouse
October 25, 2024, from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
North Hills Genealogists are excited to invite you, as a member of our genealogy group, to an exclusive educational tour of courthouse records departments. This tour is a fantastic opportunity to deepen your understanding of the vital records used in genealogical research. We’ll be visiting three key departments that are treasure troves of information for family historians:
- Marriage License Department: Learn about the processes behind marriage records, an essential resource for tracing family relationships and understanding ancestral connections.
- Real Estate Records: Explore property deeds and land transactions, often providing clues about your ancestors' movements, family ties, and generational wealth.
- Register of Wills: Discover the importance of probate records and wills in genealogical research. These documents can reveal family relationships, heirs, and details about the lives of your ancestors.
This tour offers a rare opportunity to see firsthand how these records are preserved and accessed. You’ll gain practical knowledge for your research, with opportunities to ask questions and get expert insights into how these records can unlock new chapters in your family history.
We look forward to exploring the past with you!
This tour is limited to 21 members so register quickly.
To sign up for this insightful tour, please CLICK HERE |
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Tuesday, November 5
Eastern European SIG Meeting (Special Interest Groups)
6:00 pm Northland Public Library (Board Room)
The Eastern European Special Interest Group for NHG members encompasses Czech, Slovakia, The Balkans, Hungary, Poland, Galicia, Ukraine, as well as Italy, Russia, and Bohemia. We meet at 6:00pm at Northland Public Library on the first Tuesday of each month. We discuss and share research information in a friendly environment.
Learn more about our resources under the SIGs section of this website.
You can email the SIG at EasternEuropeSIG@NorthHillsGenealogists.org to have your name added to the mailing list for future notifications.
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Monday, November 11
British Isles SIG Meeting (Special Interest Groups)
7:00 pm Zoom Meeting, see registration information below
Theme for November 2024 British Isles SIG: TBA
If you have any questions, you may email us at BritishSIG@NorthHillsGenealogists.org to have your name added to the email list for future notifications.
You must register in advance for this meeting ( click here). After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
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Saturday, November 16
Genetic Genealogy DNA Special Interest Group (Special Interest Groups)
2:00 pm Online via Zoom
This month we'll have general discussions, and breakouts, trying to answer questions based on the collective experience. If you have something in particular you'd like to talk about or see discussed, just send an email response to this message at dnasig@NorthHillsGenealogists.org.
C lick HERE for Zoom registration information.
This group is focused on studying the use of DNA testing results as part of Genetic Genealogy research. Our meetings are held on Saturday afternoons from 2:00-5:00
The Special Interest Groups are a North Hills Genealogists Members-Only benefit - you can join NHG here: https://northhillsgenealogists.org/cpage.php?pt=105
This SIG can be contacted at DNASIG @ NorthHillsGenealogists.org with questions or to add your name to the mailing list for future notifications. Joining Meetup.com and subscribing to North Hills Genealogists will allow you to receive automated weekly updates on all of our NHG activities.
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Monday, November 18
NOV 2024 Monthly Meeting (Meetings)
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Join Our Leadership Team for "A SIG Roadshow: Exploring the Special Interest Groups of North Hills Genealogists."
The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM on Nov. 18, 2024. This meeting will be held in person at Christ Episcopal Church and as a virtual meeting via Zoom.
Click HERE to register for attending in person at Christ Episcopal Church. You can register for this meeting via Zoom HERE.
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Wednesday, November 20
Writing Your Genealogy Special Interest Group (Special Interest Groups)
4:00 pm Shaler North Hills Public Library
The NHG Writing SIG (Special Interest Group) is a gathering of genealogists who encourage each other to record and share their family stories and histories. The group meets each month (usually taking a summer break) at the Shaler North Hills Library at 4:00 pm in the conference room of the Shaler North Hills Library. The address is 1822 Mt Royal Blvd, Glenshaw, PA 15116.
More details on the group are available at: WRITING SIG
Our meetings are usually in the Conference Room. Occasionally a library event may necessitate a change of room or cancellation. Check the NHG website as well as Shaler Library's website, if unsure. There may be snow cancellations if Shaler Twp calls off schools (generally follows the Pittsburgh Schools cancellations for weather). |
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Thursday, November 21
Book Club SIG Meeting (Special Interest Groups)
10:00 am to 11:30 am Zoom Meeting, see registration information below
Note: Thursday date for this meeting only.
The Book Club Special Interest Group meets every other month via zoom to discuss a book with a genealogy slant. Members discuss each book as well as questions related to genealogy research used in the book. Book genres vary and may be non-fiction as well as fiction, including historical fiction and mysteries.
Our current selection is The Whole Town's Talking by Fannie Flagg.
Please register here for this virtual meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you have any questions, please email Info@NorthHillsGenealogists.org.
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Thursday, November 21
German SIG Meeting (Special Interest Groups)
7:00 pm Zoom Meeting, see registration information below
German research Special Interest Group: NHG member Fred Held will be coordinating the SIGs 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 in advance for this virtual meeting HERE. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
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Tuesday, December 3
Eastern European SIG Meeting (Special Interest Groups)
6:00 pm Northland Public Library (Board Room)
The Eastern European Special Interest Group for NHG members encompasses Czech, Slovakia, The Balkans, Hungary, Poland, Galicia, Ukraine, as well as Italy, Russia, and Bohemia. We meet at 6:00pm at Northland Public Library on the first Tuesday of each month. We discuss and share research information in a friendly environment.
Learn more about our resources under the SIGs section of this website.
You can email the SIG at EasternEuropeSIG@NorthHillsGenealogists.org to have your name added to the mailing list for future notifications.
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Wednesday, December 4
Pennsylvania Research SIG (Special Interest Groups)
6:00 pm Shaler Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
NOTE: Our November meeting takes place today, December 4, 2024. The next meeting will occur in January 2025.
The focus of this group is on research and resources relating to Pennsylvania roots.
We meet once per month usually with a break in the summer as well as in December.
Our meetings are usually in the Conference Room. Occasionally a library event may necessitate a change of room or cancellation. Check the NHG website as well as Shaler Library's website, if unsure. There may be snow cancellations if Shaler Twp calls off schools (generally follows the Pittsburgh Schools cancellations for weather). |
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Saturday, December 7
Holiday Social (MEMBERS ONLY) (Special Events)
11:00 am to 1:00 pm Carnegie Library Main Branch, 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh PA 15213
Join fellow NHG members on a tour of the Carnegie Library’s newly renovated Family and Local History Department for our Holiday Social on December 7, 2024. Please arrive between 10:45AM and 11:00AM as our tour will begin promptly at 11:00AM.
An optional lunch will be available following the tour.
The Library’s Family and Local History Department is the place to go to research your family tree or delve into the history of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County and the rest of the Keystone State. The Department’s extensive resources on genealogy and Pittsburgh and Pennsylvania history include historic collections of more than 100,000 negatives and prints, which provides a visual history of our city from its origin through its industrial development and renaissance. As subject specialists, the Family and Local History Department staff is always available to answer questions, provide research guidance and recommend and assist in finding materials.
More details on the Holiday Social and lunch, including a sign up form, will be available in the coming weeks. Stay tuned! |
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Monday, December 9
British Isles SIG Meeting (Special Interest Groups)
7:00 pm Zoom Meeting, see registration information below
Theme for December 2024 British Isles SIG: TBA
If you have any questions, you may email us at BritishSIG@NorthHillsGenealogists.org to have your name added to the email list for future notifications.
You must register in advance for this meeting ( click here). After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
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Thursday, December 19
German SIG Meeting (Special Interest Groups)
7:00 pm Zoom Meeting, see registration information below
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 in advance for this virtual meeting HERE. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
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Monday, January 20, 2025
JAN 2025 NHG MONTHLY NEETING (Meetings)
7:00 pm
Join Sara Cochran for "Why We Still Don't Miss 1890. Much."
The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM on Jan 20, 2025. This meeting will be held in person at Christ Episcopal Church and as a virtual meeting via Zoom.
Click HERE to register for attending in person at Christ Episcopal Church.
You can register for this meeting via Zoom HERE.
Full details are available HERE.
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Monday, February 17, 2025
FEB 2025 MONTHLY MEETING (Meetings)
7:00 pm
Join Linda Debe for " Pre-1850 Census: Turning Tick Marks Into People."
The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM on February 17, 2025. This meeting will be held in person at Christ Episcopal Church and as a virtual meeting via Zoom.
Click HERE to register for attending in person at Christ Episcopal Church.
You can register for this meeting via Zoom HERE. |
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