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This week at CGS (August 5-11, 2024)

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To register or for more information, click the link for any event. All times are Pacific Time.

On Saturday we offer the next talk in our series on the people and history of Alta California:

old map imageSat., August 10, 1 PM: California Genealogy Series: Sylveria Pacheco: A Woman of Mystery and Longevity. Damian Bacich, Professor of Hispanic Languages and Literature at San José State University, discusses the extraordinary life of this Californio woman. Born into a world of change, Sylveria Pacheco led a life that spanned more than a century of California’s history. From humble beginnings at Mission Santa Clara to becoming a female landholder in the shadow of Mt. Diablo, Sylveria defied societal norms and personal tragedies to carve her own path. Her story intertwines with the tumultuous era of the Mexican War as she navigated shifting dynamics of race, immigration, and property rights. Her resilience and determination in the face of adversity offer a captivating glimpse into the untold stories of 19th-century California, challenging our understanding of the time period. Joint presentation of CGS and Los Californianos.

Sat., August 10, 10 AM: Monthly Board Meeting. Hybrid; in person and via Zoom.

The Oakland FamilySearch Center also hosts in-person Special Interest Group discussions this month, led by CGS members and others. For the complete schedule, see the Temple Hill calendar.

  • Tues., Aug. 6, 1:00 PM: FamilySearch SIG with Denise Plaskett
  • Wed., Aug. 7, 11:00 AM: German SIG with Robert Jackson
  • Wed., Aug. 7, 1:00 PM: DNA SIG with Sue Severson
  • Thur., Aug. 8, 1 PM: Swedish SIG with Cliff Ross
  • Fri., Aug. 9, 1 PM: Irish SIG with Maureen Hanlon
  • Sat., Aug. 10, 1:00 PM: FamilySearch SIG with Dan Termini

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Event Recordings: Many CGS events are recorded and available for free viewing by our members. These include Thomas MacEntee‘s class on photo organizing and preservation; the California History Series, focusing on life and times in Alta California; several tech talks, and more! Visit the website for access.

2024 Salt Lake City Research Trip: September 29-October 5. Spaces are still available for this trip led by Evan Wilson and Stewart Traiman. Includes a six-night stay at the Radisson Hotel, five days of uninterrupted research at the largest genealogical library in the world, pre-trip meeting and consultation, breakfast, and two group dinners.

Library hours: Thursday through Saturday, 10 AM – 2PM.

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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