MACY’s Genealogical Research

Using Unindexed Records and the Full-Text Search at Family Search
2026-04-20 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Mt. Lebanon Public Library, 16 Castle Shannon Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA, 15228, United States
Using unindexed records and full-text search allows genealogists to access a broader range of historical documents that may not be categorized in traditional databases. This method can help uncover valuable information about ancestors that might otherwise be overlooked. Warning: You’ll probably break through some brick walls with the strategies you learn by digging deeper into the available, and often hidden, records at FamilySearch. This event is in person.

Using Unindexed Records and the Full-Text Search at FamilySearch
2026-05-12 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Indiana/Knox) | Tri-State Genealogical Society
Using unindexed records and full-text search allows genealogists to access a broader range of historical documents that may not be categorized in traditional databases. This method can help uncover valuable information about ancestors that might otherwise be overlooked. Megan Clark Young, a professional genealogist, will help us understand how to best use this feature.

Cousin America has Run Off with a Presbyterian Parson: How the Scots-Irish Influenced the Founding of a Nation
2026-05-28 11:00 - 2026-07-15 23:30 (America/New_York) | PA
Few groups who defined the revolutionary generation left as distinctive a mark as the Scots-Irish. This pre-recorded session for the 2026 National Genealogical Conference identifies a people who helped shape the nation. This session will be available to view on May 28, 2026 at
11:15 AM and will remain viewable to all NGS Conference attendees (virtual and in person) until 15 July, 2026.

Revolutionary War Genealogy in Pennsylvania
2026-06-10 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Lawrence County Historical Society, 408 N Jefferson St., New Castle, PA, 16101, United States
This session offers an overview of Revolutionary War records useful for Pennsylvania genealogical research, including militia and Continental Line service files, pension applications, and donation and depreciation land records. The land that now forms Lawrence County, PA, was originally designated as Donation Land reserved for Revolutionary War soldiers. Attendees will learn how to locate and interpret these sources to advance their own research.
This is an In Person Event.

67th Ligonier Highland Games
2026-07-18 09:30 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Idlewild Park, 2574 US Route 30, Ligonier, PA, 15658
Vitist the Genealogy Booth, hosted by Megan Clark Young of MACY’s Genelogical Research, at the Ligonier Highland Games.This year, the Games will be held in July at Idlewild Park. Preorder discounted tickets here.

Genealogy 101: Establish Deep Roots on Your Family Tree
2026-08-20 17:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Cooper-Siegel Community Library, 403 Fox Chapel Road, Pittsburgh, PA, 15238
This presentation introduces beginners to the essential skills, standards, and strategies needed to build a reliable family tree. This session covers how to start with what you know, evaluate evidence, organize research, and use key record groups such as census, vital, church, and probate records. Attendees will learn how to avoid common beginner pitfalls, apply the Genealogy Standards to ensure accuracy, and develop sound research habits that set the foundation for long-term success. This is an In Person Event.

Witchita Genealogical Society Annual Conference
2026-10-10 | Wichita Genealogical Society
Megan Clark Young will be the keynote speaker and give four presentations for the Witchita Genealogical Society, focusing on the the 250th Anniversary of the United States.

Beyond the Search Bar: Navigating Ancestry.com Effectively
2026-12-12 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | PA
This session introduces practical strategies for navigating Ancestry.com beyond the basic search bar. Attendees will learn how to use the Card Catalog to target specific record sets, apply effective search filters, interpret database details, and uncover collections that don’t surface in standard searches. Additional tips and tricks will help researchers get better results, avoid common pitfalls, and make the most of Ancestry’s powerful tools for genealogical discovery. This is a virtual event for the Jefferson Co. (WA) Genealogical Society.
