We hope our members are enjoying the Spring 2026 issue of Searchers, which was delivered in early April in both electronic and printed formats. This latest issue—Issue No. 101—has now been uploaded to the Members Only section of our website, where members have exclusive access to the most recent five years of Searchers (15 issues total). Older issues (Summer 1989 through Spring 2021) remain available on our Publications page.
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Here’s a preview of the Spring 2026 issue:
Inside the Spring 2026 Issue
This issue offers a rich mix of research, storytelling, and cultural history drawn from the Polish-American experience:
- “Gangster Genealogy: The Rest of the Story” – A fascinating deep dive into the ancestry of one of Buffalo’s Polish gangsters, demonstrating how modern genealogical tools and careful analysis can uncover surprising connections and origins.
- “Music and the Ties that Bind” – A heartfelt exploration of how music shaped identity, strengthened friendships, and preserved cultural traditions across generations in Polonia.
- “Baseball in Polonia” – A nostalgic look at the role of sports—especially baseball—in Polish-American community life and everyday experiences.
- “What Felician Sisters’ Records Can Reveal” – An insightful guide showing how religious archives can unlock family history, especially for women whose records may otherwise be difficult to trace.
These are the feature articles included in this issue—available in full to PGSNYS members.
As always, Searchers reminds us that genealogy is more than names and dates—it’s about uncovering stories, relationships, and the shared experiences that shaped our families and communities.
Get Involved
We encourage members—and future members—to consider contributing to upcoming issues. Articles, research tips, personal stories, and photographs are always welcome. The submission deadline for the Summer 2026 issue is July 1, 2026.
Is there a topic you’d like to see explored in a future edition of Searchers? A Polish custom or tradition you’d like to learn more about? Or would you like to be featured in a Member Spotlight?
Contact us at Searchers@pgsnys.org—we’d love to help share your story.
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