North Florida Genealogical Society

Quilts tell stories… but not always the ones you expect.
Join us for:The Stitches of Time: A Social History of Quilting
A special program honoring America’s 250th Anniversary.Join Alison McConoughey on June 13 for a fascinating look at quilting's role in American history.

FamilySearch Changes & Updates

Presented by Joel Warner

Stay current with the latest developments from FamilySearch—one of the most widely used genealogy resources in the world. This program will walk you through recent updates, what they mean for your research, and how to make the most of new tools and features.

📅 Date: Saturday, May 9
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Mandarin Branch Library (3330 Kori Road, Jacksonville)

Free and open to the public

What you’ll learn:

Key changes to the FamilySearch catalog and access
New features and tools you should be using
Tips for navigating updates efficiently
How these changes impact your genealogy research

Whether you’re a beginner or experienced researcher, this session will help you stay ahead of the curve.

How questions about Family Search? This is the program for you! Joel Warner is an experienced user of this website and can answer your questions and show their new features!

Join us for a free, informal, interactive basic genealogy program -- for beginners and those needing a refresher!

Love Florida lighthouses and coastal history? 🌊⚓
Becoming a member of the Mayport Lighthouse Association is an easy way to show your support for preserving and sharing these important landmarks—right here in our community.
As a special March thank-you, the first 50 new members who join at the Supporter ($65), Keeper ($95), or Guardian ($125) levels will receive a commemorative Challenge Coin featuring the St. Johns River Lighthouse and its original Fresnel lens. A historic keepsake for lighthouse fans!
If Florida’s lighthouse history matters to you, now’s a great time to join.
👉 Learn more & become a member:
www.mayportlighthouseassociation.org/get-involved

What a delightful day supporting NFGS 🌿 Our fundraising tour of the historic Bronson-Mulholland House was a treat, made even better by a wonderful lunch after the tour. Great history, great food, and great company—all for a great cause!

Please join us at the Mandarin Public Library at 10 am today, Feb. 14, for a special program. Peggy Jude, DNA expert, will present ""What Can I Do with my DNA?" Learn practical easy to understand ways to turn your data into meaningful discoveries.

Curious about your DNA results and wondering “now what?” You’re not alone—and this program is for you!
meaningful discoveries. From breaking through brick walls to confirming family connections, you’ll leave with clear ideas, helpful tips, and plenty of inspiration to put your DNA to work.
Perfect for beginners and experienced researchers alike—bring your curiosity and get ready for and this program is for you!

Curious about your DNA results and wondering “now what?” You’re not alone—and this program is for you!
Join us on February 14, 2026 as popular genealogy speaker Peggy Jude presents “What Can I Do With My DNA? — 13 Things You Can Do With DNA.” Whether you’ve just taken a DNA test or have had results sitting on your computer for years, Peggy will walk you through practical, easy-to-understand ways to turn that data into meaningful discoveries. From breaking through brick walls to confirming family connections, you’ll leave with clear ideas, helpful tips, and plenty of inspiration to put your DNA to work.
Perfect for beginners and experienced researchers alike—bring your curiosity and get ready for some "aha"moments.

Curious about your DNA results and wondering “now what?” You’re not alone—and this program is for you!
Join us on February 14, 2026 as popular genealogy speaker Peggy Jude presents “What Can I Do With My DNA? — 13 Things You Can Do With DNA.” Whether you’ve just taken a DNA test or have had results sitting on your computer for years, Peggy will walk you through practical, easy-to-understand ways to turn that data into meaningful discoveries. From breaking through brick walls to confirming family connections, you’ll leave with clear ideas, helpful tips, and plenty of inspiration to put your DNA to work.
Perfect for beginners and experienced researchers alike—bring your curiosity and get ready for