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California Genealogical Society and Library

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).

WHAT'S NEW

Special Event - A Day with the Photo Detective, Wednesday, June 6, 2012. Back by popular request, Maureen Taylor will present four lectures at a full-day seminar. Download the registration flier. Visit our event site for full information and registration.

 

YouTube - The 1940 U.S. Census will give us a wealth of unique information about our families. Watch the newest Jones/Reese video and visit our YouTube channel.

 

1940 Census Indexing – CGS is part of the 1940 U.S. Census Community Project. Can you help? Register online at The1940census.com/society.

 

Insider's Guide to California Genealogy - This unique laminated reference card of essential Golden State resources is where you'll find everything you need to get started on finding your California ancestors.  Order Here.

 

Raking the Ashes - 2nd edition - This highly praised guide has been substantially updated to include new records and information. Now available for purchase!.

 

April 2012/May 2012 - flier of events attached. See the two month schedule.

 

eNews Award – For the third year in a row, CGS received the All-Star Award from Constant Contact® for meeting their best-practice standards. To view our current and past issues, visit our eNews Archive.

WHAT'S HAPPENING

Ancestral Homelands: A Spotlight Series for Beginners - Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Beginning Research in Germany, Robert Jackson. Register online.

Closure - Saturday, May 26, 2012 - Library will be closed for Memorial Day weekend.