Saturday, May 4

2024 Intro to Genealogy - 1st Saturday Free! Overview and Focused Topics

Our four-part series is ideal for getting started with genealogy or for advanced researchers to revisit principles of good research

By California Genealogical Society

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Saturday, May 4 · 10am - 12pm PDT

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About this event

Introduction to Genealogy for 2024

NEW! IN PERSON and ONLINE Starting in May

Monthly on First Saturdays, 10 am - 12 pm PST or PDT

NEW! Starting in May this will presented at the CGS Library and online via Zoom

Not sure how to get started with your family research? Interested in refreshing your skills? Join us for a FREE Introduction to Genealogy class the FIRST SATURDAY of every month from 10 am - 12 pm

This is a four-session "Intro to Genealogy" class series. The first class offers an overview of genealogy research. Each of the next three sessions offers a more in-depth focus on the following topics: Census, Vital Records, and Organization. The classes may be taken in any order, and participation in one class is not required to attend others in the series. See below for dates and topics:

Jan 6, May 4, Sep 7 Genealogy Basics Overview
Feb 3, Jun 1, Oct 5 Using the Census
Mar 2, Jul 6, Nov 2 Vital Records (Birth, Marriage, and Death)
Apr 6, Aug 3, Dec 7 Organizing Your Family History Work

Note: Separate registration required for each session.

For those attending online: The event will take place via Zoom on first Saturdays at 10 am. If you join, please sign in early to make sure you are able to see the program. We will send you instructions the night before, and a reminder shortly before the event, which will give you access. Our remote events now have live closed captioning. When registering, use an email address you will be checking. Please note all times are Pacific Time.

For those attending in person: We are located in the historic Breuner Building at 22nd Street & Broadway, one block north of the Paramount Theater, in Uptown Oakland. We are just three blocks from the 19th Street BART Station. Further instructions will be included with your registration confirmation, parking is now $5 in the lot behind our building.

You do not have to have a Zoom account to attend a Zoom meeting. You will be prompted to download the software, once you have clicked on the link that you have been provided. You may also wish to create an account, but that is not required to participate in a Zoom meeting.

This event is presented live. Some events may be recorded for CGS use only.

See you in person or online!

REGISTRATION INFORMATION:

CGS Members and Non-Members enjoy free access.

You can purchase a $45 one-year CGS Basic membership when you check out. To sign up for other membership options go to our web page: CGS Membership application

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California Genealogical Society

The library is open on Thursdays through Saturdays (10-2). See Directions and Parking for info on Saturday visits, which have different procedures than weekdays. See our Events and Education for online and in-person sessions.

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Connecting people to their diverse family heritage

Whether you have Gold Rush ancestors or have no family connection to California, you will find extensive support for your genealogy research at the California Genealogical Society (CGS) in Oakland. The society offers research services, online indexes and databases, and a research library housing over 38,000 reference materials from California, the United States, and around the world. CGS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation. The library is conveniently located in Uptown Oakland, one block north of the Paramount Theatre, at 2201 Broadway, Suite LL2. We are three blocks from the 19th Street BART Station.

Phone: (510) 663-1358

Non-Discrimination Statement

The goal of the California Genealogical Society is to connect people to their family heritage and to promote a spirit of diversity and inclusivity for our members and patrons. The California Genealogical Society does not tolerate discrimination in any form.

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In order to maintain a welcoming and healthy environment, please refrain from using scented products at CGS events or in the library.

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