2021 OGS Conference

Virtual

14-17 April, 2021      We're Going Virtual Register Today at www.OGSConference.org The theme "Bringin' It Home" has a special meaning this year.  Because of he pandemic, this year's Conference Committee has made every effort to make your conference experience feel as "in person" as possible.  There will be opportunities to listen to and interact […]

Dr. Nathan Tucker: Morrow County’s First Millionaire

Saturday, May 22, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. New Life Church, 290 Lincoln Ave., Mt. Gilead, Ohio Dr. Nathan Tucker, world famous as inventor of his Asthma Specific treatment, was a successful businessman and philanthropist. He built several of the buildings on Main Street in Mt. Gilead and was very active in the community. Join us […]

Share Your Family Treasure

Mt. Gilead Glory Baptist Church 600 N. Main St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio

March 27, 2:00 p.m. Do you have a family heirloom? a quilt, toy, photo, or love letter? your grandmother's yearbook? a favorite family story? Please bring it along and plan to share! Mt. Gilead Glory Baptist Church 600 N. Main St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio

First Families Luncheon

Trinity United Methodist Church 75 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio

Join us on May 21, 2022 as we celebrate those who have proven their ancestors who lived in Morrow County in 1850 or before. The gathering will begin at 11:30 a.m., with lunch at 12:00 followed by the induction ceremony and a program presented by Richard Gladden, Morrow County native, on publishing your family history. […]

Ohio Cemeteries 101

Mt. Gilead Public Library Annex 35 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio

August 20, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. Join us as Krista Horrocks, Archeologist with the Ohio History Connection , presents Ohio Cemeteries 101. Do you have questions about an old cemetery? This is your opportunity to ask those questions and learn about cemetery preservation, access, laws, and more.

DNA Case Study: a Mystery First Cousin

Mt. Gilead Public Library Annex 35 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio

September 24, 2022 at 2:00 p.m.  Kelli Bergheimer will teach us the methodology and steps needed to uncover who a person is in your autosomal match list. Learn how to manage those tough ethical dilemmas. And hear ideas on how to responsibly hold the knowledge of a family secret. Kelli Bergheimer is a writer, teacher, […]

Pets and Other Animals in Our Lives

Mt. Gilead Public Library Annex 35 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio

Members sharing stories about the special animals in their lives.

Ireland Travelogue

Mt. Gilead Glory Baptist Church 600 N. Main St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio

Do you have family ancestry from Ireland? A lot of us do!  Join Anne Kunze as she shares pictures from her recent Ireland trip.  Maybe you'll find a connection to your family, too!

History of Morrow County Churches

Mt. Gilead Public Library Annex 35 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio

History of Morrow County churches presented by Ann Artrip.

Annual First Families Recognition Lunch

Trinity United Methodist Church 75 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio

Special guest will be a visitor from the past:  John Chapman, better known as Johnny Appleseed (portrayed by Jim Stoner).  He will be anticipating the celebration of his 250th birthday on September 26, 2024. Lunch will be served by Trinity U.M. Church with price and menu to be determined.

My Civil War Hero: Tom Moon’s Full Life

Mt. Gilead Public Library Annex 35 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio

Janet Rhodebeck, (a descendant of Corporal Moon and his wife, Mary Kraner), speaker.