FCGS (Fairfield County Genealogy Society)
2025 Announcements/Conferences
Thursday, 16th January, 2025, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
"FCGS Outing to Sumter, SC"
Location: Sumter County Genealogical Center
122 N. Washington St., Sumter, SC 29150 (Location)
If You Have a FCGS Polo Shirt, Please Wear It to Show Your Colors.
Thursday, 20th February 2025, 11:30 AM
"FCGS Full Board Meeting"
Location: Barn Express
215 N Congress St, Winnsboro, SC 29180 (Location)
If You Have a FCGS Polo Shirt, Please Wear It to Show Your Colors.
Saturday, 22nd February 2025, 11:00 AM
"The African American Experience in Ridgeway and Fairfield County"
by Rev. Eddie J. Woods & Other Members of the Community
Location: The Isaac C. Thomas Historical Museum
150 E. Church St., Ridgeway, SC 29130 (Location)
Augusta Genealogical Society
(Non-Profit Organization Since 1979)
2025 February Virtual Genealogical Program
Saturday, 22 February, 2025, 11:00 am - 12:00 PM (Noon) ET
"Researching Enslaved Ancestors in Georgia, Researcher and Owner, Ancestral Pathways"
by
Tammy Ozier
uncover their Georgia-based enslaved ancestors in historical records. We'll begin with a
brief timeline of slavery in Georgia, setting the stage for our research. To find enslaved
ancestors, we start by identifying a target ancestor. The key research questions to answer
are: 1) Was the target ancestor enslaved? 2) If so, who was their enslaver(s)? We'll delve
into these questions through three illustrative case studies.
Please register by 20 February, 2025 (Register)
Virtual Program, However Limited In-Person Seating May Be Available
Call the Adamson Library (706) 722-4073
ancestors back to the mid-1700s. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Black Studies from San
Francisco State University and is a retired corporate finance executive with over 30 years
of experience. Her research focuses on Louisiana, Texas, and Mississippi. Tammy frequently
presents at local & national forums on genealogical & historical topics and conducts
family history research through her company, Ancestral Pathways LLC. She supports
community research by conducting descendancy explorations for targeted groups. Honored as
a 2022 IGHR Frazine Taylor African American Research Scholar & a 2022 MDAH Family
Genealogy Fellow, Tammy is a lifetime member of the Afro-American Historical & Genealogical
Society (AAHGS) & the immediate past president of the AAHGS Metro Atlanta Chapter. She
also serves as a National Director of AAHGS. Additionally, Tammy holds memberships in
various genealogical & historical societies, including the Sons & Daughters of the
U.S. Middle Passage, NGS, & GGS.
Service: Sunday, March 9, 2025, 1:00 PM at
Palmetto Funeral Home
U.S. 321 Bypass, Winnsboro, SC 29180
Burial: Following Service
Friendship Chapel
(aka Friendship AME Church)
1188 Cole Trestle Road, Blair, South Carolina 29015 (Directions)
3-Day RootsTech Conference by FamilySearch
Thursday, March 6, Through Saturday, March 8, 2025
See Conference Details
"FCGS Full Board Meeting"
Thursday, 20th March 2025, 11:30 AM
Location: The Isaac C. Thomas Historical Museum, 150 E. Church St., Ridgeway, SC 29130 (Map)
Lunch Afterwards: Old Town Hall Resturant, 146 S. Palmer St., Ridgeway (Map)
If You Have a FCGS Polo Shirt, Please Wear It to Show Your Colors.
Come Celebrate Scotch-Irish History With the Gathering of the Clans!
12th Annual Highland Games & Celtic Festival
Thursday April 3rd through Sunday, April 6th, 2025
Tartan Day South
(More Details)
Saturday, April 5th, FCGS Will Have a Clan Tent (Booth), Come By & Join Us!
If You Have a FCGS Polo Shirt, Please Wear It to Show Your Colors.
Thursday, 17th April 2025, 11:30 AM
Location: The Isaac C. Thomas Historical Museum
150 E. Church St., Ridgeway, SC 29130 (Location)
"Genealogy 101"
by Eddie Killian
My Experience in Researching
My African American Genealogy"
by Rev. Eddie J. Woods
Augusta Genealogical Society
(Non-Profit Organization Since 1979)
2025 April Virtual Genealogical Program
Saturday, 19th April, 2025, 11:00 am - 12:00 PM (Noon) ET
"Understanding AI in Genealogy: Foundations and Tools"
by
Diana Elder AG, AGLTM
covers what AI is, how it works, and which tools are most useful for genealogy. We'll look at
popular AI assistants like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini and discuss what each one does best.
You'll learn how to work effectively with AI, including how to ask questions that get the
best results and how to verify the information it provides. Whether you're new to AI or
already experimenting with it, this session will help you understand how to use these tools
responsibly in your genealogy work into these questions through three illustrative case
studies.
Please register by 17 April, 2025 (Register)
Virtual Program, However Limited In-Person Seating May Be Available
Call the Adamson Library (706) 722-4073
the United States. Diana authored Research Like a Pro: A Genealogist’s Guide and co-
authored the companion volume, Research Like a Pro with DNA: A Genealogist’s Guide to
Finding and Confirming Ancestors with DNA Evidence. She created the study group and
eCourse that teach the Research Like a Pro process through videos and learning modules.
Diana and her daughter, Nicole, share research tips on their website, Family Locket
(https://familylocket.com/), and host the Research Like a Pro Genealogy Podcast. Diana
regularly teaches at genealogy conferences such as RootsTech and the National Genealogy
Society Conference. She also presents webinars and seminars to local genealogy societies
across the United States.
***** Fairfield County Museum & Genealogy Library *****
***** Will Be Closed Friday, 18th April through Sunday, 20th April *****
Wednesday, 23rd April, 2025, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
"Brochure Swap 2025"
Location: Newberry Fire Museum
1227 McKibben St., Newberry, SC 29108 (Directions From Museum)
If You Have a FCGS Polo Shirt, Please Wear It to Show Your Colors.
Saturday, 10th May 2025, 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM
"20th Annual Wings & Wheels Festival (More Details)
Thursday, 15th May 2025, 11:30 AM
"FCGS Full Board Meeting"
Location: Barn Express
215 N Congress St, Winnsboro, SC 29180 (Location)
If You Have a FCGS Polo Shirt, Please Wear It to Show Your Colors.
Augusta Genealogical Society
(Non-Profit Organization Since 1979)
2025 May Virtual Genealogical Program
Saturday, 17 May, 2025, 11:00 am - 12:00 PM (Noon) ET
"Your Ancestors are Lying to You (Here's How to Catch Them)"
by
Jennifer Dunn
truth altogether. Using genealogical methods, we will learn about the most common ancestral
“lies” and how to uncover the truth!
Please register by 15 May, 2025 (Register)
Virtual Program, However Limited In-Person Seating May Be Available
Call the Adamson Library (706) 722-4073
hard-to-find ancestors in the Southern US using strategies such as social history,
little-known records, and cluster research. Her engaging presentations have been featured
at the Georgia Genealogical Society, Allen County Public Library, and local societies
throughout Georgia.
Thursday, 19th June 2025, 11:30 AM
"FCGS Full Board Meeting"
Location: Lizard's Thicket
711 University Village Dr, Blythewood, SC 29016 (Directions)
If You Have a FCGS Polo Shirt, Please Wear It to Show Your Colors.
51st SCGS Summer Workshop (Visit Website)
Friday, July 11th & Saturday, July 12th, 2025 (Event Schedule)
Event # 1 – In Person at SC Department of Archives (Map)
Speakers: Brent Holcomb, Charity Rouse, Cheri Hudson Passey, Diane Richard, Drew Smith
Lisa Louise Cooke, John L. Andrews, John Smith, Robert S. Davis, Steve Tuttle
Event # 2 – Nine Virtual Sessions (Virtual Schedule), $45 – Open to All
Speakers: Cheri Hudson Passey, Diane Richard, Drew Smith, Lisa Louise Cooke
FCGS Recommends That All Members Attend and Support the SCGS Annual Workshop.
If You Have a FCGS Polo Shirt, Please Wear It to Show Your Colors.
Thursday, 17th July 2025, 11:30 AM
"FCGS Full Board Meeting"
Location: Barn Express
215 N Congress St, Winnsboro, SC 29180 (Location)
If You Have a FCGS Polo Shirt, Please Wear It to Show Your Colors.
Saturday, 19th July 2025, 6:30 PM
Location: SC Train Museum
110 Industrial Park Road, Winnsboro, SC 29180 (Website)
Ticket Reservation Includes: Rion Express Ride; BBQ Catered BBQ Dinner.
$40 per Person, FCGS Members $35 per person (Need to Apply or Renew Membership)
Reservations: FCGS Reserved, No Tickets Left.
You Can Make Your Reservation By July 1st, 2025
and Pay With a Check.
Please Reserve Your Ticket Today!
Sorry No Tickets Left, Maybe Next Time.
Thanks for Your Support of the Fairfield County Genealogy Society!
If You Have a FCGS Polo Shirt, Please Wear It to Show Your Colors.
Augusta Genealogical Society
(Non-Profit Organization Since 1979)
2025 Annual Genealogical Symposium
Hosted by Brandon Wilde, the Augusta Premier Retirement Community
Saturday, 16 August, 2025, 10:00 am - 3:30 PM ET
Build New Genealogy Skills
by
Judy G. Russell, The Legal Genealogist, JD CG CGL(sm), FUGA
✓ When Worlds Collide: Resolving Conflicts in Genealogical Records
✓ Linking the Generations with Court and Land Records
and
Erick Montgomery, Executive Director–Historic Augusta, Past President–AGS
Please register by 11 August, 2025 (Details & Register)
Virtual Program or In-Person Seating Brandon Wilde, Georgia Room, 4275 Owens Rd, Evans, GA 30809
Thursday, 21st August 2025, 11:30 AM
"FCGS Full Board Meeting"
Location: China Buffet
43 US Highway 321 Byp S, Ste 60 Winnsboro, SC 29180 (Location)
If You Have a FCGS Polo Shirt, Please Wear It to Show Your Colors.
Thursday, 25th September 2025, 11:30 AM
"FCGS Full Board Meeting"
Location: Scottie's Cafe & Grill
10400 Wilson Blvd, Blythewood, SC 29016 (Location)
If You Have a FCGS Polo Shirt, Please Wear It to Show Your Colors.
Saturday, October 4th & Sunday, October 5th, 2024
85th Annual Reunion of the
Coleman-Feaster-Mobley Family Association and Friends
(Full Schedule)
Please contact Ron or Eddie, if you have any questions.
Reunion will be here before you know it!
FCGS Activities
Saturday, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Supper RSVP by Email or Call Eddie. (FCGS Sponsored)
Saturday, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM DNA Round Table Presentation (Lead by the FCGS DNA Committee)
Sunday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM FCGS Will Have a Booth/Table (Plan to Attend and Help Out)
FCGS Board & Members, Please Wear Your FCGS Polo Shirt.
An ADA Compliant Porta-John Will Be Provided.
Also, A Professional Photographer Will Be On The Grounds And Available.
Thursday, 16th October 2025, 11:30 AM
"FCGS Full Board Meeting"
Location: Fairfield County Museum
231 S Congress St, Winnsboro, SC 29180
Lunch provided by FCGS from Peace On Earth
(variety of sandwiches, tea, unsweet tea and lemonade)
If You Have a FCGS Polo Shirt, Please Wear It to Show Your Colors.
York County Library Genealogy & Family History Expo
Saturday, October 18, 2025, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Courtyard by Marriott, Fort Mill, S.C. (I-77 at Highway 160)
Details
Registration Begins September 22, 2025 (Website)
For Details or Questions or Register
Email: or Call (803) 203-9218 or (803) 981-5825
Augusta Genealogical Society
(Non-Profit Organization Since 1979)
2025 October Virtual Genealogical Program
Saturday, 18 October, 2025, 11:00 am - 12:00 PM (Noon) ET
"DNA Basics: Getting Started with Genetic Genealogy"
by
Dr. Adina Newman, EdD.
the plunge? This presentation is for you! Learn about the different types of DNA testing,
how the testing process works, what to expect from your results, and best practices to
incorporate DNA into your traditional research.
Please register by 16 October, 2025 (Register)
Virtual Program, However Limited In-Person Seating May Be Available
Call the Adamson Library (706) 722-4073
educator. Her specialties include Jewish genealogy, genetic genealogy, social media,
and New England, and she presents on these topics in a variety of venues, from major
genealogy conferences to local genealogy societies. Her findings have received
international media attention, such as mentions in The Daily Mail, Washington Post,
AP News, TODAY, Us Weekly, People, and The Times of Israel, and she has made appearances
on several news outlets, such as NPR and I24NEWS. She co-founded the Holocaust Reunion
Project, a program to raise awareness about the potential of DNA testing within the
Holocaust survivor community and provide survivors and their children with free commercial
DNA tests and consultations. She volunteers as a Team Lead for the DNA Doe Project, which
uses investigative genetic genealogy to identify unidentified deceased persons, and as a
moderator for a popular Jewish genetic genealogy Facebook group. She was also a 2020
recipient of the AncestryProGenealogists scholarship.