The best part about genealogy
is searching for ancestors
and finding friends.
Lawrence Dillard
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SCGS Celebrates 20 Years!
This celebration took place at the Lewes Public Library in Lewes, Delaware Saturday January 18th. Refreshments and cake were served afterwards.
Mags Caulden gave a presentation of YDNA, mtDNA and MitoDNA virtually by Zoom.
Happy New Year from SCGS!
We’re kicking off the year with an exciting first issue of our newsletter, packed with fascinating stories and resources for genealogists of all levels. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s inside:
- Starting Fresh: A thoughtful piece on New Year’s Resolutions tailored to genealogists—perfect for setting your research goals for 2024.
- An Edible Family Record: Bob Breen shares a heartwarming story about his family’s tradition of baking Ukrainian Paska Bread, a recipe passed down through generations.
- Spotlight on Catherine Ryan Carpenter: Maureen Miller's article brings her remarkable maternal grandmother’s incredible life to light.
- Exploring Genetic Genealogy Blogs: A curated list of must-read blogs from the International Society of Genetic Genealogists to inspire your DNA research.
- December Meeting Highlights: Relive the moments as our members shared their own family history stories at our last gathering.
- Finding Family Heirlooms on eBay: Lia Louise Cook’s insightful presentation month’s ago has been useful to me so I prepared an refresher that offers practical tips for uncovering treasures tied to your ancestors.
- Member Spotlight: Get to know Mildred Wiedmann, whose story adds a unique thread to the tapestry of our society.
- A Long-Awaited Discovery: Editor’s Corner—After years of searching, I’ve finally pinpointed the homeland of my paternal 4th set of great-great-grandparents, and I’m thrilled to share the journey with you.
- Society Updates: Welcome new members, check out our upcoming meeting schedule, and read Virginia Catley’s inspiring Message from the President.
For our Membership .. I hope you enjoy this issue as much as I enjoyed putting it together. Here’s to another year of discovery, connection, and celebrating the stories that shape us all!
Mike Maher
Program Announcement
Here's the list of programs that are currently planned:
Jan 18 2025 - Mags Gaulden - YDNA, mtDNA and MitoDNA
Feb 15 2025 - Pamela Guye Holland - Where did they come from? Irish Immigration Routes
Mar 15 2025 - Michael John McNeill title to follow
Apr 26 2025 - Michael Cassara 21st Century Italian Genealogy
May 17 2025 - Chris Slavens "1742 The True Story of the Nanticoke Indians Plot to Unite the Tribes, Massacre the English and Take back the Eastern Shore"
JUNE-JULY-AUGUST - no meetings
Sep 20 2025 - Cynthia Steinhoff Tracing Ancestors Through Needlework Samplers
Oct 18 2025 - TBA
Nov 15 2025 - Sara Cochran No OFMP? No Problem!!
Sussex County Genealogical Society
Wants to Know
What would you like to be included at our Special Interest or Discussion Groups and Monthly Meetings?
We have several great speakers lined up for our meetings and are looking for future suggestions!
