Programs are held via Zoom on Sundays at 10am PST and require registration.
After completing registration, you will receive a link to the Zoom presentation.
This year we are including a series called Introduction to Jewish Genealogy. These programs will provide basic instruction for the beginner and a refresher of methodology for the more experienced researcher.
| MONTH | DATE | PRESENTATION |
| January | 12 | Introduction to Jewish Genealogy – Seminar 1 The Absolute Basics Terminology, labeling conventions, methodology, and online and offline computer programs for genealogy Use this link to register: https://tinyurl.com/bdhy5rkj |
| February | 16 | Introduction to Jewish Genealogy – Seminar 2 How to build your online family tree Step-by-step instruction on creating a family tree on Ancestry.com, how to correct entries, manipulate generational relationships, collect and attach data, and use a timeline for notes. Use this link to register: https://tinyurl.com/5n7u6tzu |
| March | 16 | A Case Study – Steve Morse This lecture will illustrate how starting with a minimal amount of initial information, then using Steve’s “One-Step” webpage as well as other websites, an entire family tree can be built. Steve will also discuss how to overcome name misspellings and avoid wrong information. Use this link to register: |
| April | 6 | Introduction to Jewish Genealogy – Seminar 3 What’s Different about Jewish Genealogy Naming practices, name changes, emigration patterns Use this link to register: |
| May | 18 | Introduction to Jewish Genealogy – Seminar 4 Research skills: “How to find ’em!” We’ll explore online databases, discuss strategies for conducting research that will enable you to find missing ships’ manifests and census enumerations, and talk about collecting and organizing digital records. Use this link to register: |
| June | 15 | TBD Speaker |
| July | 13 | How did they get from There to Here? – Emily Garber Using Bradshaw’s Railroad Guide and other tools, Emily will discuss how our European ancestors traveled from their homes to ports of embarkation. Use this link to register: |
| August | No meeting IAGJS International Conference in Fort Wayne, Indiana | |
| September | 21 | IAGJS Conference Recap Victoria Fisch and Jeremy Frankel will share highlights of the IAJGS Conference. Use this link to register: |
| October | 19 | Introduction to Jewish Genealogy – Seminar 5 Jewish Research in the United Kingdom Jeremy Frankel, long-time president of the S.F. Bay Area Jewish Genealogical Society, will discuss research in the UK. He will share his knowledge of databases specific to the UK, information on Jewish cemeteries in England, how to find vital records and what they contain, and much more. Use this link to register: |
| November | TBD Speaker | |
| December | 14 | Kahoot with Mark Heckman! Join us for a genealogical game party Use this link to register: |