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Welcome

Welcome to the Jewish Genealogical Society of Connecticut. Explore our website and consider becoming a member to unlock even more benefits. In addition to our monthly meetings, members gain access to exclusive perks such as joining our Writer's Group, accessing our Member's Only area, and receiving copies of Quest, our quarterly digital magazine. Join us for an enriching journey of discovery and connection.

Upcoming Programs  

Enjoy the summer while we plan an exciting year of programs for 2025 - 26.  Visit the Upcoming Programs page to see what we have lined up so far. 

Our next program will be in September, both in person and on Zoom.  Like all our Zoom meetings, registration is free bot both members and non-members.



Early CT Jewish Families

Some of our members and friends of our members had families that settled in Connecticut at the turn of the 20th century.  To learn about these families, visit our Early CT Jewish Families​ page under the Resources section.

Our End-of-Year Gathering

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Our members enjoyed an end-of-year gathering at Phil Karlin's house where they shared family recipes and stories.  Those of us on Zoom were sorry we could not participate in the taste-testing, but nonetheless enjoyed the stories.
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Phil had an unexpected visitor who wanted to join in on the fun as the meeting was ending!
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Recordings of this meeting and older meetings are available in the Members Only section,
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Featured Recipe

We have a new website section called Family Recipes and Stories under the Members Only content.  Periodically we will feature one of the recipes here for all to enjoy.
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Phil Karlin's Chopped Herring Salad 
(his method - for the original recipe, click here.)


​Ingredients:
  • I jar pickled herring (e.g. Vita herring in wine sauce), which is packed in vinegar and onions.
  • Some extra raw onion    
  • 2 Hard-boiled eggs    
  • Bread (could be any kind) or matzoh
  • An apple. I like Granny Smiths, but any will do.
  • Mayonnaise



Directions:

  • Make the breadcumbs in the food processor. There is sufficient liquid in the jarred herring that the bread doesn't need to be soaked in water, as Grandma did. Set aside.
  • Coarsely Chop the hard-boiled eggs, apples and onion in the food processor. Set aside.
  • Drain the herring and grind up in the food processor.
  • Mix everything together in a bowl with the mayonnaise.
  • Taste. If necessary, add more of whatever to get the balance you want.
Serve with Matzoh or crackers.


Recent Member Accomplishments

Check out our new page to see what some of our members have been up to. 

Membership Benefits

There are many benefits to being a member of the Jewish Genealogical Society of Connecticut.  They include:
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*Access to Connecticut Jewish Genealogy expertise
*Members only website content
*Free access to live and recorded webinar programs
*Quarterly issues of Quest, the digital magazine of JGSCT, including back issues ​
*Access to the JGSCT library at Temple Sinai
*Participation in the JGSCT Writers' Group
*Access to the JGSCT Google Group Discussion List
*Connect with members who are researching the same surnames or the same towns and countries


We hope you will join us.                    

Download the JGSCT Membership Brochure to learn more about us.  You can join or renew your membership by mailing in a check and completing the form found in the brochure, or you can renew or join online. 

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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Board
    • JGSCT History
    • Member Accomplishments
  • Programs
    • About Our Next Program
    • Upcoming Programs: Save the Date
    • Marcia Indianer Meyers' Memorial Lecture
    • The Writers' Group
    • IAJGS Conferences
    • Past Programs
  • JGSCT Library
  • Resources
    • CT Resources
    • Jewish Genealogy Resources
    • Early CT Jewish Families
    • Speakers Bureau
  • JOIN / RENEW
  • Contact Us
  • Members Only
    • Family Recipes and Stories
    • Research Area Input Form
    • Member Research Areas
    • The JGSCT Google Group
    • Writer's Group Resources
    • Quest Back Issues
    • Handouts
    • Past Webinar Videos
    • Bylaws