The Computer Genealogy Society
of San Diego (CGSSD)
"That all genealogists become computer genealogists."

GENEALOGY EVENTS, CLASSES, OPPORTUNITIES

SAN DIEGO COUNTY AREA

All events are open to the public, at no charge unless otherwise indicated.

Compiled by Joan Lowrey. Presented here by permission. Any comments, questions, corrections, additions, etc., please contact Joan at joanlowr@pacbell.net

NOTICES

NEWS
• The San Diego Family History Center now has free access to the full Ancestry.com, with all 24,000 databases and titles. The San Diego FHC is the only FHC in San Diego County to have full access at this time. FamilySearch and The Generations Network, Inc., parent company of Ancestry.com, announced an agreement on December 19 to provide access to the Family History Library in Salt Lake City and the 13 largest regional family history centers in the world, and the SDFHC is among them. We are very fortunate!
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COMING EVENTS
The Calendar of Events displays events occurring within the next 60 days. Major events occurring more than 60 days from today are the following:
• June 27-29. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY 39TH ANNUAL GENEALOGY JAMBOREE AND RESOURCE EXPO. Held at the Burbank Airport Hilton and Convention Center, 2500 Hollywood Way, Burbank. Information at http://www.scgsgenealogy.com.
• Aug. 7-9. BRITISH ISLES FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY - U.S.A. 20th Annual Seminar: "Sail into Your Past Aboard the Queen Mary!" Long Beach. CANCELLED due to insufficient pre-registration.
• Sep. 3-6. FEDERATION OF GENEALOGICAL SOCIETIES (FGS). CONFERENCE. Held in Philadelphia, PA. The Marriott Philadelphia Downtown is the official conference hotel with connecting walkway to the Pennsylvania Convention Center (PCC). The Marriott and PCC are the sites of all the seminars, luncheons and banquets. The program is online at http://www.fgsconference.org/program. Information at http://www.fgsconference.org/index.php.
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EVENTS

Wed., May 14, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - NATIONAL GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Conference
May 14-17. Online registration now open.
Location: Kansas City, Missouri
Event URL: http://www.ngsgenealogy.org/
Wed., May 14, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - BRITISH ISLES GENEALOGICAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATION. Irish SIG
Mary Russell will discuss "Geographical Divisions for Finding Irish Records."
Location: San Diego Family History Center, 4195 Camino del Rio South, Mission Valley
Contact: MaryRussell29@aol.com
Wed., May 14, 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. - CHULA VISTA GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Research Group
Regular monthly meeting of the research group.
Location: Conference Rm., Chula Vista Civic Center Library, 365 F St., Chula Vista
Contact: Randy Seaver, 619-422-3397, rjseaver@cox.net
Thu., May 15, 6:30 p.m. - - SAN DIEGO COUNTY GENEALOGICAL ASSOCIATION. Dinner Meeting
6:30 p.m. - Meeting with Roundtable Discussion/Sharing during dinner. NOTE: Call for location.
Contact: Jacqueline Beck, 760-789-2534, jqbeck@prodigy.net
Sat., May 17, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - COMPUTER GENEALOGY SOCIETY OF SAN DIEGO. Meeting
9:00 - Brief announcements and user groups for FTM, Macintosh and RootsMagic.
10:15 - Break, refreshments.
10:30 - Announcements and Program.
“Discovering Genealogical Treasures in Attics, Yard Sales, Swap Meets, and Internet Auctions.”
Michael Kratzer

Family History and Genealogical Research can be so much more than a collection of names, dates, and Family Group Sheets. After compiling all those Birth Notices, Marriage Announcements, Death Certificates, and Obituaries, then what? Join Michael Kratzer as he retells how he has discovered what he considers are hidden Genealogical Treasures waiting to be found in the most unexpected places. New and used books, photos, family business advertisements, ancestral heirlooms, artifacts, and memorabilia can enhance and enrich your enjoyment of your personal Family History Library and Archives. Michael has been adding to his personal Family History Archives for over 15 years. A graduate of Orange Coast College and a certificate holder from the University of California at Irvine, he has held managerial positions in Southern California based manufacturing enterprises, primarily in the Metal Finishing trade. He lives in Costa Mesa with his wife Brenda, and volunteers his time assisting other family researchers at the Huntington Beach Family History Center.
Sat., May 17, 10:15 a.m. - - ESCONDIDO GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Meeting
"DNA Testing Update" by Beverly Winter from DNA Services of America, El Cajon. Website: http://www.dnasoa.com/locs/locations/view/18. (This was originally announced for April but was postponed until May.)
Location: Turrentine Room, Escondido Public Library, 247 S. Kalmia, Escondido
Contact: Ray Raser, ray.raser@gmail.com
Wed., May 21, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - CARLSBAD CITY LIBRARY. Class
Topic: "Probate Records." These small group session focus on basic genealogy resources.
Location: Cole Library, 2nd floor, 1259 Carlsbad Village Dr., Carlsbad
Contact: Help Desk, Genealogy Section, Cole Library, 760-434-2931
Wed., May 21, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - BRITISH ISLES GENEALOGICAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATION. England/Wales SIG
June Hanson will discuss "English Wills and Probates."
Location: San Diego Family History Center, 4195 Camino del Rio South, Mission Valley
Contact: June Hanson, 619-583-8352, june92115@yahoo.com
Wed., May 21, 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. - CHULA VISTA GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Computer SIG
Regular monthly meeting of the computer group.
Location: Computer Lab, Chula Vista Civic Center Library, 365 F St., Chula Vista
Contact: Randy Seaver, 619-422-3397, rjseaver@cox.net
Tue., May 27, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - NORTH SAN DIEGO COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Meeting
Dorothy Miller, Ph,D, NSDCGS president, "FTM. Family Tree Maker 2008, Part 2." (Part 1 will be presented May 13 as the Program for the COGG meeting.) The most recent version of Family Tree Maker has been given a totally new 'look and feel'. This was prompted by changing the nature of the program from an organization chart to a relational database. To anyone who has been using FTM through the past versions, receives a severe shock (and possibly a panic attack) upon starting the newest version of FTM, however after a glass of wine, or beverage of choice, the panic will subside and the genealogist will find a truly fine program waiting to record your ancestors. Dorothy will be your driving instructor for your "new carriage."
Location: City Council Chambers, 1250 Carlsbad Village Dr., Carlsbad.
Contact: Barbara Rainville, barain@roadrunner.com
Wed., May 28, 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. - CHULA VISTA GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Meeting
"Scottish Research at the FHC," presented by Jackie Webster.
Location: Auditorium, Chula Vista Civic Center Library, 365 F St., Chula Vista
Contact: Randy Seaver, 619-422-3397, rjseaver@cox.net
Mon., June 2, 7:00 p.m. - 12:00 p.m. - NORTH SAN DIEGO COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Beginners Class
Series of six classes, Mondays, 7 p.m. June 2: "Getting Started." June 9: "Record Keeping." June 16: "Census Records." June 23: "Wills & Probates, Land Records." June 30 & July 7: Genealogy library tour upstairs. Participants are welcome to attend any of the sessions, but are asked to register for the library tour. No fee. Donations kindly accepted for the cost of handouts or as nonprofit donations to NSDCGS to further Education Outreach. Open to the public.
Wed., June 4, 6:00 p.m. - - HISPANIC GENEALOGY STUDY GROUPS. Meeting
Meeting and individual help.
Location: San Diego Family History Center, 4195 Camino del Rio South, Mission Valley
Contact: David Pena, 619-778-8912
Sat., June 7, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - SAN DIEGO GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Computer SIG
Family Tree Maker User Group.
Location: SDGS LIbrary, 1050 Pioneer Way, Suite E, El Cajon.
Contact: SDGS, 619-588-0065 (answering machine)
Mon., June 9, 7:00 p.m. - 12:00 p.m. - NORTH SAN DIEGO COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Beginners Class
Series of six classes, Mondays, 7 p.m., started June 2. Remaining classes: June 9: "Record Keeping." June 16: "Census Records." June 23: "Wills & Probates, Land Records." June 30 & July 7: Genealogy library tour upstairs. Participants are welcome to attend any of the sessions, but are asked to register for the library tour. No fee. Donations kindly accepted for the cost of handouts or as nonprofit donations to NSDCGS to further Education Outreach. Open to the public.
Tue., June 10, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - NORTH SAN DIEGO COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Computer Genealogy Group (COGG)
Alan Jones: "The U.S. GenWeb." Alan will highlight what FREE information can be found on the expansive U.S. GenWeb site, posted all by volunteers. He will explain the hierarchy of the towns, counties and states and how each site differs in content and resoures. This website can provide valuable transcribed information or details of where to find what you're looking for. Alan Jones, a native Californian, holds degrees in business and computer science and is an IT Senior Consultant currently with Southern California Edison. He has enjoyed blending his computer career with genelaogy. He pilot tests genealogy software programs and systems that we use today and some that are coming soon. He volunteers in various record extraction programs, and gives presentations on genealogy using computer programs and the Internet.
Location: City Council Chambers, 1250 Carlsbad Village Dr., Carlsbad.
Contact: Jeanette Shiel, jbstree@sbcglobal.net
Wed., June 11, 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. - CHULA VISTA GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Research Group
Regular monthly meeting of the research group.
Location: Conference Rm., Chula Vista Civic Center Library, 365 F St., Chula Vista
Contact: Randy Seaver, 619-422-3397, rjseaver@cox.net
Sat., June 14, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - SAN DIEGO GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Meeting
10:00-11:15 a.m. - Beginners Class, “Computer Resources.” 10 a.m.-noon – RootsMagic User Group. Noon–3:00 - Session 1: Mary Card, "Railroads & Migration Patterns." Session 2: Patricia Curran, "Railroad Memorabilia."
Location: St. Andrew's Lutheran Church, 8350 Lake Murray Blvd, corner Jackson Dr., San Carlos area. Park in south lot, enter south door.
Contact: Gloria Osborn, 619-298-2447, globob22 at yahoo.com
Sat., June 14, 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. - SAN DIEGO AFRICAN-AMERICAN GENEALOGY RESEARCH GROUP. Meeting

Location: San Diego Family History Center, 4195 Camino del Rio South, Mission Valley
Contact: Margaret Lewis, ibemarti@yahoo.com, 619-262-5810
Mon., June 16, 7:00 p.m. - 12:00 p.m. - NORTH SAN DIEGO COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Beginners Class
Series of six classes, Mondays, 7 p.m., started June 2. Remaining classes: June 16: "Census Records." June 23: "Wills & Probates, Land Records." June 30 & July 7: Genealogy library tour upstairs. Participants are welcome to attend any of the sessions, but are asked to register for the library tour. No fee. Donations kindly accepted for the cost of handouts or as nonprofit donations to NSDCGS to further Education Outreach. Open to the public.
Wed., June 18, 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. - CHULA VISTA GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Computer SIG
Regular monthly meeting of the computer group.
Location: Computer Lab, Chula Vista Civic Center Library, 365 F St., Chula Vista
Contact: Randy Seaver, 619-422-3397, rjseaver@cox.net
Sat., June 21, 10:15 a.m. - - ESCONDIDO GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Meeting
Annual picnic. Designated as a State Historical Point by the State of Califonia, Ferrara is the oldest active winery in San Diego County and features premium wines. The tasting room offers a wide selection of premium wines as well as delicious grape juice, wine marinade, and wine vinegar.
Location: Ferrara Winery, 1120 West 15th Ave. Escondido.
Contact: Ray Raser, ray.raser@gmail.com
Mon., June 23, 7:00 p.m. - 12:00 p.m. - NORTH SAN DIEGO COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Beginners Class
Series of six classes, Mondays, 7 p.m., started June 2. Remaining classes: June 23: "Wills & Probates, Land Records." June 30 & July 7: Genealogy library tour upstairs. Participants are welcome to attend any of the sessions, but are asked to register for the library tour. No fee. Donations kindly accepted for the cost of handouts or as nonprofit donations to NSDCGS to further Education Outreach. Open to the public.
Tue., June 24, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - NORTH SAN DIEGO COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Meeting
Pat Hall, "Georgia on My Mind: Research in the Southeast States." Genealogical research In Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina and North Carolina. This lecture will help the researcher to deal records lost during the War Between the States and more recently burned courthouses. Pat is a NSDCGS Past President.
Location: City Council Chambers, 1250 Carlsbad Village Dr., Carlsbad.
Contact: Barbara Rainville, barain@roadrunner.com
Wed., June 25, 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. - CHULA VISTA GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Meeting
"DNA-101: Genetics for Beginners," presented by Dr. Stephen Baird.
Location: Auditorium, Chula Vista Civic Center Library, 365 F St., Chula Vista
Contact: Randy Seaver, 619-422-3397, rjseaver@cox.net
Fri., June 27, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Jamboree
Three-day event, June 27-29.
Location: Burbank Airport Hilton and Convention Center, 2500 Hollywood Way, Burbank
Event URL: http://www.scgsgenealogy.com
Sat., June 28, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - COMPUTER GENEALOGY SOCIETY OF SAN DIEGO. Meeting
9:00 - Brief announcements and user groups for Family Tree Maker and Legacy.
10:15 - Break, refreshments.
10:30 - Announcements and Program.
"The Next Big Thing in Computer Genealogy"
Gary Hoffman

NOTE: This meeting is on the 4th Saturday instead of the usual 3rd Saturday of the month due to UCSD graduations on campus on June 21.
Location: Robinson Auditorium complex at UCSD, La Jolla. See a link to maps on our home page at www.cgssd.org.
Contact: cgssd-board@ucsd.edu
Mon., June 30, 7:00 p.m. - 12:00 p.m. - NORTH SAN DIEGO COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Beginners Class
Series of six classes, Mondays, 7 p.m., started June 2. Remaining sessions: June 30 & July 7: Genealogy library tour upstairs. Participants are welcome to attend any of the sessions, but are asked to register for the library tour. No fee. Donations kindly accepted for the cost of handouts or as nonprofit donations to NSDCGS to further Education Outreach. Open to the public.
Wed., July 2, 6:00 p.m. - - HISPANIC GENEALOGY STUDY GROUPS. Meeting
Meeting and individual help.
Location: San Diego Family History Center, 4195 Camino del Rio South, Mission Valley
Contact: David Pena, 619-778-8912
Sat., July 5, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - SAN DIEGO GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Computer SIG
Family Tree Maker User Group.
Location: SDGS LIbrary, 1050 Pioneer Way, Suite E, El Cajon.
Contact: SDGS, 619-588-0065 (answering machine)
Mon., July 7, 7:00 p.m. - 12:00 p.m. - NORTH SAN DIEGO COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Beginners Class
Series of six classes, Mondays, 7 p.m., started June 2. Remaining session: July 7: Genealogy library tour upstairs. Participants are welcome to attend any of the sessions, but are asked to register for the library tour. No fee. Donations kindly accepted for the cost of handouts or as nonprofit donations to NSDCGS to further Education Outreach. Open to the public. Series will be repeated Sep. 22 - Oct. 27.
Tue., July 8, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - NORTH SAN DIEGO COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Computer Genealogy Group (COGG)
Joan Lowrey: "Finding Living Relatives." Joan will guide us through various Internet websites in our pursuit of "lost" and living relatives. Learn how to locate those cousins who exist in your descendant charts but you have no clue where they are now. Joan is well-known to our Society and has given several presentations on various genealogical research topics. She is a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists, and specializes in German research. Joan founded the Computer Genealogy Society of San Diego, is editor of its quarterly newsletter, COMPU.GEN, and posts all the genealogy events for San Diego County on its website (www.cgssd.org). She is the author of the Personal Ancestral File Users Guide (1990-1997), co-author of the Guide to Genealogy Software (Genealogical Publishing Co., 1993), and author of many articles for Genealogical Computing magazine. She has served on Ancestry's Advisory Board and the GENTECH Board of Directors. Joan has a MA degree in mathematics, with a minor in German.
Location: City Council Chambers, 1250 Carlsbad Village Dr., Carlsbad.
Contact: Jeanette Shiel, jbstree@sbcglobal.net
Sat., July 12, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - NORTH SAN DIEGO COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Beginners Class
Beginning and Refresher Class. Covers getting started, record keeping, land records, wills & probates, census. Break for lunch. Handouts (donations accepted). No charge for classes. Reservations not needed. Repeated Sep. 13, Nov. 8.
Location: Community Room, Cole Library, 1250 Carlsbad Village Dr., Carlsbad.
Contact: Margaret Read, 760-757-0528, marread@aol.com
Sat., July 12, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - SAN DIEGO GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY. Meeting
10:00-11:15 a.m. - Beginners Class, “Genealogy Basics.” 10 a.m.-noon – RootsMagic User Group. Noon–3:00 Ken Kramer, "About San Diego," followed by the annual Ice Cream Social.
Location: St. Andrew's Lutheran Church, 8350 Lake Murray Blvd, corner Jackson Dr., San Carlos area. Park in south lot, enter south door.
Contact: Gloria Osborn, 619-298-2447, globob22 at yahoo.com
Sat., July 12, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - SAN DIEGO AFRICAN-AMERICAN GENEALOGY RESEARCH GROUP. Meeting
"Researching Military Records," by Margaret Lewis.
Location: Malcolm X Library, 5148 Market St., San Diego
Contact: Margaret Lewis, ibemarti@yahoo.com, 619-262-5810

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