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Wednesday “Tips & Talk” at Oakland FamilySearch Center
CGS and OFSC volunteers will host a series of fun, informal discussions on a variety of topics (see below for dates and topics)
When and where
Date and time
March 1 · 11am - June 28 · 8pm PST
Location
Oakland FamilySearch Center 4766 Lincoln Avenue Oakland, CA 94602
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About this event
Wednesday “Tips & Talk” at Oakland FamilySearch Center
In Person at the Oakland FamilySearch Center
Weekly at 11 am and 7 pm PST or PDT
Beginning on March 1, CGS and OFSC volunteers will host a series of fun, informal discussions on a variety of topics. These free in-person gatherings will be held Wednesdays at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Come to the FamilySearch genealogical library, meet other family history researchers, and learn to use the library’s databases, scanning and digitizing equipment, and many other resources!
March topics:
- March 1: “Got Questions?” Bring your genealogical questions to this discussion group for expert help. Also learn how to use the Center’s photo and video digitizing equipment.
- March 8: “Beginning FamilySearch and Recent Changes to FamilySearch”
- March 15: “Overview of Ancestry Institution and Using RecordSeek"
- March 22: “Finding the Homeland of Your Immigrant Ancestors"
- March 29: "Intro to Genealogy"
April topics:
- April 5: “Got Questions?” Bring your genealogical questions to this discussion group for expert help. Also learn how to use the Center’s photo and video digitizing equipment.
- April 12: “How Do You Do That in FamilySearch? -- Some Questions and Answers"
- April 19: “Tips for Using My Heritage"
- April 26: “What You Can Do with Your Autosomal DNA Results"
May topics:
- May 3: “Got Questions?” Bring your genealogical questions to this discussion group for expert help. Also learn how to use the Center’s photo and video digitizing equipment.
- May 10: “Using The FamilyHistory Guide"
- May 17: “Newspaper Websites"
- May 24: “Looking for Living Descendants to Help You with Your Research"
- May 31: "Paleography: How to Read Handwritten Records"
June topics:
- June 7: “Got Questions?” Bring your genealogical questions to this discussion group for expert help. Also learn how to use the Center’s photo and video digitizing equipment.
- June 14: “FamilySearch Wiki"
- June 21: “Using FindMyPast"
- June 28: “Breaking Down Your Brick Walls"
The Oakland FamilySearch Center is located at 4766 Lincoln Avenue. OFSC Directions and Parking
For more information, call 510-531-3905 or email fhcoakland@gmail.com.
Note: Separate registration required for each session.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
CGS Members and Non-Members are free.
Register for each session separately.
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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About the organizer
Our library is open for visits from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday – Friday. Visitors must register in advance. However, CGS members may visit on Friday without registering, as part of a new trial program. We have updated our CGS Covid Information to reflect new county standards.
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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.
Courtesy Request
In order to maintain a welcoming and healthy environment, please refrain from using scented products at CGS events or in the library.
Photography Notice
California Genealogical Society (CGS) may take photographs, audio recordings, and video footage in our library, classrooms or events for historical records or publicity purposes. If you do not want to be photographed or filmed, it is the individual’s responsibility to 'opt out' by notifying the event leader or photographer at the event.