Mission Statement
Our goals are to promote an interest in genealogy, to instruct our members in careful, documented research and to publish genealogical and historical information in a newsletter six times a year. About NSGS
Thanks to everyone who helped us celebrate our 50th Anniversary!
Especially those who renewed their membership, new members, volunteers, board members, and everyone attending our monthly meetings and special interest groups! Together we are making the genealogy journey fun and exciting.
View All Meetings | Monthly Meetings |
Click the Panel on the right to see detailed information about the presentations at our monthly general meetings Click the All Meetings button for a calendar view including our various groups: Writers, DNA, Lineage, Lunch, etc. Meeting information includes how to register for the Zoom links. Non-members are welcome to all general meetings. Monthly general meetings are usually held on the 2nd Saturday of the month. Meeting location varies so please note where the meeting is held. See Library Partner page for location maps. Members: most meeting handouts are available on the Meeting Handouts page. (Log in required) Action Alert! The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is currently facing a critical funding crisis, with decades of stagnant budgets hindering its ability to preserve, digitize, and provide access to the nation's federal records. While NARA performs essential functions that ensure government transparency and support diverse sectors—ranging from historical research and filmmaking to legal proceedings and veteran repatriation—only 3.75% of its textual records are currently available online. To overcome these operational backlogs and keep pace with the massive transition to digital record-keeping, advocates are calling on Congress to double NARA's funding to at least $842 million for Fiscal Year 2027. This investment is framed as a necessary step to safeguard America's history and ensure that the public can continue to hold the government accountable for the next 250 years. Please go to https://fundnara.com/take-action to learn more details and for links to contact your Senators and Representatives. Join us at one of our Special Interest Group Meetings
See the Event Calendar for the current schedule. All members are welcome and can automatically receive notices by modifying the "group participation" setting in their profile. Otherwise, for more information or to join a meeting, please contact a group leader listed on our NSGS Contact Page Why write? Why join a Writers' Group? Click Here to find out why. |
13 Jun 2026 1:00 PM
• Glenview Public Library (Zoom and in Person)
11 Jul 2026 1:00 PM
• by Zoom with the Northbrook Library
08 Aug 2026 1:00 PM
• Glenview Public Library (Zoom and in Person)
12 Sep 2026 1:00 PM
• Wilmette Public Library in person
03 Oct 2026 11:00 AM
• Glenview Public Library
12 Dec 2026
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HELP IS AVAILABLE
Volunteers are available to help you with your family research. Our Society offers "Drop-in" help at local libraries. In addition, virtual Drop-In help is available upon request. Click HERE for more info. |
In addition to sharing fellowship with like-minded genealogists at the monthly meetings, members receive an informative newsletter six time a year. An additional benefit of membership is the opportunity to participate in any one of our Writers Groups and/or other Special Interest Groups. They meet monthly.