SOUTHINGTON – People interested in learning how DNA can lead to a greater understanding of their family genealogy are welcome to attend a free program on Tuesday, July 23 at 7 p.m. The Southington Genealogical Society will present the GenealogyTV webinar, “DNA Basics for Genealogy Research,” at the Southington Historical Society, 239 Main St. This pre-recorded lecture will be projected as well as accessible via Zoom.

The Aug. 27 meeting will also focus on the role of DNA in genealogy research with the pre-recorded webinar, “Can mtDNA and xDNA help topple Geoff’s Brick Wall?” This will also be a hybrid meeting via Zoom and on the screen at the Southington Historical Society.

Now celebrating its 40th year, SGS meets monthly on the fourth Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the historical society. To receive the Zoom link for the virtual programs, email southingtongenealogicalsociety@gmail.com. For more information about SGS, visit www.southingtongenealogicalsociety.org or Southington Genealogical Society, Inc. on Facebook.