Programs and Other Events
SCCGHS events are announced at programs, in the newsletter and on the Facebook page and Website. Upcoming event details are also sent via email to members.
Program Schedule: Programs are held on the fourth Thursday of the month, except in November it is moved to the 3rd Thursday due to the holiday. No programs are planned for August or December. All programs begin at 6:00pm and are held at:
St. Clair County Library – Main Library – Michigan Room
210 McMorran Blvd
Port Huron, Michigan 48060
The elevator is available by request at the first-floor checkout desk. Programs focus on local history, genealogy education and support. All are welcome.
Pre-Program Gathering: Beginning in 2026, a Pre-program gathering is planned. SCCGHS members and Michigan Room Librarian, Randi Mathieu, will be available to offer research assistance 45 minutes prior to the regular monthly program. Computers will be available for research. This gathering is a great opportunity to get to know others with similar interests and to share recent discoveries. All are welcome.
Board of Director’s Meetings: Board meetings are held before the Pre-Program Gathering on Thursday at 4:00 p.m. at the St Clair County Library Michigan Room. The Board meetings are open to all SCCGHS members. Members are encouraged to attend and express their thoughts and ideas.
Fields Trips: Field trips and other special outings are scheduled during June, August and December. Details are announced through the normal means of communication. Additional events may be arranged according to the interests of the Society.
Workshops: Workshops and other special programs specific to genealogical education or projects the Society undertakes are scheduled from time to time.
Event Calendar - 2026
(Changes will be announced on Facebook and the website)
January 22, 2026 – CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
All meetings and programs take place at:
St. Clair County Library – Main Library – Michigan Room, 210 McMorran Blvd, Port Huron
4:00 PM – BOARD MEETING
5:15 PM – Pre-Program Gathering An informal gathering time prior to the program.
Gathering Theme: Reveal Your Heritage
- Informal research help
- Sharing genealogy discoveries
- Conversation with fellow researchers
Please consider bringing a snack, artifact, or story that relates to your ancestors and their country of origin. Let’s have fun sharing and learning together!
6:00PM – Navigating Naturalization Records
Curious about naturalization records? Where to locate them and the information you can retrieve from them? This webinar will introduce you to some of the laws of the naturalization process and key documents your ancestors would have faced to become a U.S. citizen.
We will also discuss that the Michigan Archives promises to launch digitized Michigan’s naturalization records onto michiganology.org and FamilySearch in early 2026
February 26, 2026
All meetings and programs take place at:
St. Clair County Library – Main Library – Michigan Room, 210 McMorran Blvd, Port Huron
4:00 PM – BOARD MEETING
5:15 PM – Pre-Program Gathering An informal gathering time prior to the program
- Informal research help
- Sharing genealogy discoveries
- Conversation with fellow researchers
6:00PM – “Blue Water Area Fallen Heroes Banner Project”
Presenter: Ed Weichsler, Program Director and Air Force Veteran
Ed will discuss this 100% volunteer program that produces beautiful patriotic banners for over 650 local fallen service members. They are displayed throughout the streets of St. Clair County during the Memorial Day Observance.
March 26, 2026
All meetings and programs take place at:
St. Clair County Library – Main Library – Michigan Room, 210 McMorran Blvd, Port Huron
4:00 PM – BOARD MEETING
5:15 PM – Pre-Program Gathering An informal gathering time prior to the program
- Informal research help
- Sharing genealogy discoveries
- Conversation with fellow researchers
6:00PM – Program
“Fort Sinclair – From the Beginning 1764 – 1785” Charles Homberg from the St. Clair Historical Museum will inform us on the fort that was built after the French & Indian War by the British where Pine River flows into the St. Clair River (modern day St. Clair)
April 23, 2026
All meetings and programs take place at:
St. Clair County Library – Main Library – Michigan Room, 210 McMorran Blvd, Port Huron
4:00 PM – BOARD MEETING
5:15 PM – Pre-Program Gathering An informal gathering time prior to the program
- Informal research help
- Sharing genealogy discoveries
- Conversation with fellow researchers
6:00PM – Program
“What is the DAR?” The local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will share information on the DAR, CAR, and the DAR Library.
Every Thursday 10:30-12:30pm – Volunteer at PH Museum
May 28, 2026
PROGRAM VENUE CHANGE – Don Dodge Auditorium, 200 Grand River, Port Huron
4:00 PM – BOARD MEETING
5:15 PM – Pre-Program Gathering An informal gathering time prior to the program
- Informal research help
- Sharing genealogy discoveries
- Conversation with fellow researchers
6:00PM – Program
“Could Have Made a Better River for Rum Running, but He Never Did – Prohibition in the Blue Water Area.” Andrew Kercher will enlighten us how the St. Clair River and Lake Huron region were a hotspot for bootlegging during the Prohibition era.
Every Thursday 10:30-12:30pm – Volunteer at PH Museum
June 20, 2026 – Saturday
Join us for a trip to Mt Clemens
Departure Time: 9:00 AM – Return Time: 5:00 PM
We will carpool to Mt. Clemens – Meet-up/departure location TBD
We will visit the Mount Clemens Public Library and also the Anatomy of Death Museum. Promises to be an eventful, informative and enjoyable event together. The SSCGHS will pay the museum admission fee for all members attending. Others should be prepared to pay the $10 fee.
Before returning to Port Huron, we will enjoy lunch together at a Mt Clemens restaurant. Join us – just plan to cover your own meal.
Email your RSVP to Vicky Armstrong at sccghspresident@gmail.com.
This will be a fun outing you won’t want to miss!
Every Thursday 10:30-12:30pm – Volunteer at PH Museum
July 23, 2026
All meetings and programs take place at:
St. Clair County Library – Main Library – Michigan Room, 210 McMorran Blvd, Port Huron
4:00 PM – BOARD MEETING
5:15 PM – Pre-Program Gathering An informal gathering time prior to the program
- Informal research help
- Sharing genealogy discoveries
- Conversation with fellow researchers
6:00PM – Program
Preview of book Like Home – Michelle Feeney, Author
Every Thursday 10:30-12:30pm – Volunteer at PH Museum
No Regular Program
Every Thursday 10:30-12:30pm – Volunteer at PH Museum
September 24, 2026
All meetings and programs take place at:
St. Clair County Library – Main Library – Michigan Room, 210 McMorran Blvd, Port Huron
4:00 PM – BOARD MEETING
5:15 PM – Pre-Program Gathering An informal gathering time prior to the program
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- Informal research help
- Sharing genealogy discoveries
- Conversation with fellow researchers
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6:00PM – Program
Navigating Naturalization Records
September 26, 2026
Annual Lakeside Cemetery Tour
Meet at the cemetery at 3663 10th Ave at 11:00 a.m. Join the St. Clair County Genealogy and History Society and the City of Port Huron Parks and Recreation Department for a guided tour of the final resting places of some of Port Huron’s citizens.
Registration is recommended by not required, with donations accepted.
Sponsored by Pollock- Randall, Karrer-Simpson, Marysville Funeral Home,
Rain date will be September TBA. For more info visit sccghs.org or find us on Facebook.
Every Thursday 10:30-12:30pm – Volunteer at PH Museum
OCTOBER 17, 2026
Annual Hebner Family Genealogy Seminar
Location: Donald E. Dodge Auditorium 200 Grand River Port Huron (South & across the street from the back of the Main Library).
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
St. Clair County Genealogy & History Society, St. Clair County Library – Michigan Room, the local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution present a seminar promoting family and local history. The program offered will help you uncover, research, and preserve your family history.
Sponsored by Pollock- Randall, Karrer-Simpson, Marysville Funeral Home
Every Thursday 10:30-12:30pm – Volunteer at PH Museum
November 19, 2026
All meetings and programs take place at:
St. Clair County Library – Main Library – Michigan Room, 210 McMorran Blvd, Port Huron
4:00 PM – BOARD MEETING
5:15 PM – Pre-Program Gathering An informal gathering time prior to the program
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- Informal research help
- Sharing genealogy discoveries
- Conversation with fellow researchers
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6:00PM – Program
“Underground Railroad Quilts” – Piece to Peace Quilters Group from Algonac, Michigan
Every Thursday 10:30-12:30pm – Volunteer at PH Museum
No Regular Program