Welcome to CCGS
The Carroll County Genealogical Society President and Board would like to welcome the many researchers to our website that was created for you, our members and the public, in pursuit of genealogical research. Our informational offerings are rich and we continue to grow our digital content. As we work to improve the historical records offered at our site we hope that you would join us if you are not a current member. Enjoy the site, explore and research. Genealogical research is rewarding and we hope that you find your experience with us positive and will return often in your research.
Research Thursdays
Research Thursdays are scheduled from 1-4 pm at the Westminster Library. Please contact us at info@ccgsmd.org to schedule a time if you require CCGS Staff assistance. We ask that if you are not feeling well, please visit us on another day. Thank you and we hope to see you soon in the library.
Volunteer Opportunities
We have many opportunities for volunteers, so if you have some time available, consider joining us. As we add to our collection and try to improve access for researchers, we have projects for all levels of skill.
Of course, helping researchers is rewarding. You will also get to know what is in our collection and improve your skills. We have many organizational needs, such as keeping the books on our shelves filed correctly, doing inventories, repairing resource materials and helping with events (e.g., greeting, making displays, set ups, take downs).
Interested? Drop us an email at info@ccgsmd.org and let us know how you would like to help.
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January 19
Squeezing All the Facts Out of Your DNA Matches
Do you have a promising DNA match that could unlock key insights for your research but haven’t received a response yet? This presentation will give users of every skill level more tools to crack that difficult case. You’ll learn about strategies for logically approaching your search, what you can glean ...
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February 23
Google Earth Pro for Genealogy
Google Earth Pro is a 360-degree three-dimensional way to view your ancestor’s world! In this session you will learn how to use Google Earth’s tools in conjunction with genealogical research techniques to identify old photos, find, plot and virtually visit your ancestor’s homestead, and locate and utilize historic maps. Finally, ...
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March 16
Save a Story: DIY Oral History
Save a Story! DIY Oral History Interviewing trains everyone to take an oral history--from start to finish. From how to plan an interview to how to record an interview using equipment like your cellphone or the web, we’ll talk you through the process. You will watch interviews of the famous, ...
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April 20
Family Silver in American Life
Silver played an increasingly important role in American life from the Colonial period until well into the 20th century. Always a luxury item for colonists, it became more prevalent after the rise of the middle class in the 19th century. The discovery of the Comstock Lode near Virginia City, NV ...
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May 18
Write Your Roots: Transforming Family History Research into Published Works
Learn how to transform family history research into compelling articles, books, or screenplays! Join screenwriter and novelist, Heather P. Shreve, as she shares how to streamline your material, uncover fresh angles, master Amazon/Kindle publishing, and apply the six hallmarks of great storytelling.
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