Free Family History: Genealogy Made Easy Podcasts

If you are not familiar with podcasts, they are similar to a radio show where the host discusses a topic and sometimes has a guest or two. Podcasts are generally in the MP3 audio file format that can be played on a number of devices includes computers, tablets and...

Researching Your African American Ancestors

This article was prepared by the NEHGS. Researching African American ancestors presents a unique challenge, but NEHGS has the tools you need to get started. In honor of Black History Month, please enjoy free access to five useful databases, and join us in uncovering...

Choosing a Genealogy Software Program Webinar

If you are using the discontinued genealogy software programs Family Tree Maker or The Master Genealogist and want to change, or if you are just beginning to research your family tree you will want to watch this new webinar from American Ancestors by NEHGS. At...

CFGS Needs You!

Our Society has many needs to keep it working smoothly. We rely on our members to volunteer to build a better society and to help others in their search for ancestors. Please tell us how we can work with you to match your talents with the needs of CFGS. Would you like...

Searching Google

How Search Works (video) Every Word Matters Word Order Matters (video): The particular sequence of terms you put into your query can shift the meaning (and the results) quite a bit. If you are not seeing the results you want change the order. Searches are bot case...