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This week at CGS (August 26-31, 2024)

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Please note: the library will be CLOSED for Labor Day Weekend, August 29-31.

“Tips & Talk” meetings will resume in September. See the Oakland FamilySearch website for listings.

Photo of Keith Montgomery

Keith Montgomery

Wed., August 28, at 6:30 PM: A special meeting of the RootsMagic Special Interest Group will be held in person at the Oakland Family Search Center. The session is facilitated by Keith Montgomery, CGS board member and longtime OFSC volunteer.  All RootsMagic users and those curious about the genealogy software program are welcome to come, ask questions, seek advice, and share your ideas and experiences. The group will meet for 60-90 minutes, in person only (no Zoom) at the Center. No preregistration is required. These SIG sessions are sponsored jointly by the California Genealogical Society and the Oakland FamilySearch Center. More details at the OFSC website.

Special Interest Groups meeting this week:

Monday, Aug. 26, 7 PM: Advanced DNA SIG with Mark McLaren.
Wednesday, Aug. 28, 6:30 PM: RootsMagic SIG with Keith Montgomery. See above.

Recorded video presentations:

Head shot of bearded man

John Grenham

Through August 28 only: View the recording of John Grenham’s presentation “Mapping Ireland’s Records.” Members, $10; non-members, $20.

Members can also access free recordings of past events, including:

  • Photo organizing and preservation with Thomas MacEntee;
  • The ongoing Los Californianos California History Series;
  • Tech Talks on using Google Drive.

Stay tuned for more events in the fall! They include Carly Morgan’s presentation on “Cemetery Photography” on Sat., September 28, and much more!

Helpful Links
Events: https://www.californiaancestors.org/events-and-education/
Special Interest Groups: https://www.californiaancestors.org/special-interest-groups-for-members/
Calendar: Google calendar

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