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IN PERSON-Taming the Wilderness of Northern Illinois by Pat Camalliere Northern Illinois was the last part of Illinois to be settled. Learn about the lives of the Potawatomi who lived here at the time settlers arrived, how the land was…
Find full event schedule details on the 2025 Programs Page
Access past meeting recordings and handouts HERE (member login required).
Genealogical Journeys with FVGS in 2025!
This year’s theme is Genealogical Journeys. Visit the 2025 Programs page to view all 2025 event details. Be sure to download a copy of the FVGS 2025 Event Schedule and mark your calendar for 7:00 PM (Central) on the second Thursday of each month so you don’t miss any sessions.
We meet ONLINE via Zoom in January, February, and March. Please register in advance to receive the link to attend. Registration links for these meetings are available in the program listings (see Education > Programs > 2025 Programs). The rest of our 2025 meetings are IN PERSON. Refer to the program listings for location details. FVGS general meetings are FREE and open to the public – we hope to see you there!
All meetings are recorded. Access to the recordings is a member benefit.
FVGS members can access the available recordings and handouts HERE
(member login required)