Irish genealogy researchers will be excited to learn that CGS is hosting a virtual session with expert John Grenham on Saturday, July 27. Tickets already are going fast! John will discuss hi… Read More

While the formal “Tips & Talk” series is on hiatus until the fall, a variety of discussion groups meet this summer at the Oakland FamilySearch Center, 4766 Lincoln Ave, Oakla… Read More

To register or for more information, click the link for any event. All times are Pacific Time. We hope you’re already aware of the two big exciting events we have going on this coming… Read More

There are still spaces available for a festive day of genealogy at Preservation Park, Oakland, on June 8! CGS is the local host for the “Tracing Your Westward-Bound Ancestors“ s… Read More

Register today at our Events listing! Did you miss the first California History and Genealogy Series presentation? Not to worry – the next lecture is Saturday, June 8! This joint proje… Read More

To register or for more information, click the link for any event. All times are Pacific Time. Saturday, June 1, 10 AM: Intro to Genealogy (NEW! Now a hybrid class: both online and in perso… Read More

To register or for more information, click the link for any event. All times are Pacific Time. Saturday, June 1, 10 AM: Intro to Genealogy. NOW hybrid; held both in person at the CGS libra… Read More

Did Cain Marry a Relative? The narrative of Adam and Eve’s sons, Cain and Abel, is succinctly captured in the Bible, spanning just a chapter with additional genealogical details there… Read More

To register or for more information, click the link for any event. All times are Pacific Time. Tuesday, May 21, 11:00 AM: “How to Series: Indexing and Other FamilySearch Projects&rdqu… Read More

Rose Marie Beebe (center) and Robert Senkewicz talked about the influential Vallejo family, in the first of a series on Alta California Last Saturday, the CGS library hosted the first in a m… Read More

CGS now offers up to twelve events a month for our members and the larger genealogy community to learn and share their experience, knowledge and get help.  How does this happen in a soc… Read More

Discover the historical and cultural magic of Cusco, the ancestral city once the jewel of the Inca Empire. Walking through its cobblestone streets is to delve into a glorious past, where the… Read More

Lakandula Supreme Ruler of the Kingdom of Tondo (? - 1575)Lakandula is the title of the last ruler of pre-colonial Tondo when the Spaniards first conquered the lands of the Pasig R… Read More

To register or for more information, click the link for any event. All times are Pacific Time. We have three “Tips & Talk“ presentations this week at the Oakland FamilySearc… Read More

About Nova Scotia Nova Scotia, a province in Canada, is renowned for its stunning landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture. Situated on the country’s east coast, this maritime reg… Read More

To register or for more information, click the link for any event. All times are Pacific Time. Special presentation Rose Marie Beebe Robert Senkewicz Sat., May 11, 1-3 PM: California History… Read More

Don’t forget about the two FREE presentations offered this Wednesday, May 1, at the Oakland FamilySearch Center. You can attend in person or via Zoom. Please preregister so we know you… Read More

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, commemorating the resilience and legacy, traditions, and culture of Asians, Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islande… Read More

To register or for more information, click the link for any event. All times are Pacific Time. Tuesday, April 30, 11 AM: “HistoryGeo” with Debbie Hunt. (Rescheduled from March.)… Read More

Dr George Laking is an associate professor of medical oncology and clinical director Māori in the Centre for Cancer Research, Te Aka Mātauranga Matepukupuku.  Cancer spec… Read More

Have you ever found yourself at a class or conference and had the surprise of meeting someone who was researching the same small town or the same unusual family name? Since the pandemic, it… Read More

To register or for more information, click the link for any event. All times are Pacific Time. There are a variety of classes and activities to choose from this week! Two special workshops… Read More

About Manchester ‘City of Innovation’ Manchester, a city steeped in history and innovation, is a testament to the triumphs of the Industrial Revolution. Nestled in the heart of E… Read More

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We live in a world that's more connected than ever before. Just pick up your phone and you've got the entire internet at your fingertips. Want to find someone? Just type their name into Goog… Read More

Sponsor Awaken Your Great Self Table of ContentsIntroductionThe Importance of Family NarrativesWhat is a Family Narrative?Preserving Your Family Narrative: Why It MattersBenefits of Prese… Read More

To register or for more information, click the link for any event. All times are Pacific Time. April 9 & 10: Weekly “Tips & Talk” at the Oakland FamilySearch Center. In… Read More

Beginning April 6 and continuing through June, the CGS library will close at 2 p.m. on Saturdays rather than at 4 p.m. Library hours will now be Thursday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thi… Read More

To register or for more information, click the hyperlink for any event. All times are Pacific Time. Happy April! This month we have a variety of exciting classes and worksh… Read More

To register or for more information, click the link for any event. All times are Pacific Time. Thomas MacEntee’s class on Sat., March 30 is sold out.  Also happening this last we… Read More

Land parcel maps might not seem particularly interesting to most individuals, but they carry immense cultural and historical importance for communities worldwide. These maps visually depict… Read More

by Maureen Hanlon CGS recently received a copy of Dr. David Dobson’s Irish Emigrants to North America, Consolidated Edition and a quick review should be of cheer to those with Irish an… Read More

Species Identification and Classification When delving into the remarkable world of primates, one can’t help but be fascinated by the nuances that differentiate chimpanzees and… Read More

In the 125 years that the California Genealogical Society has been knocking around, we’ve acquired a number of interesting artifacts. One such item, the ceremonial President’s ga… Read More

To register or for more information, click the link for any event. All times are Pacific Time. All classes free unless otherwise noted. There are two classes in the “Tips & Talk&r… Read More

RootsTech, the world’s biggest genealogy conference, has just wrapped up its 2024 session, and one thing that’s got the genealogy world buzzing is the unveiling of a new experim… Read More

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To register or for more information, click the link for any event. All times are Pacific Time. We’ve got two stellar presentations coming up this week as part of the “Tips &… Read More

Forensic Science Advancements Forensic science is evolving rapidly, with each year bringing groundbreaking methods that revolutionize how evidence is analyzed and utilized at crime scenes… Read More

To register or for more information, click the hyperlink for any event. All times are Pacific Time. Mark your calendars now for some great educational opportunities, including a special cla… Read More

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You are not allowed to enter the Dark Entry Forest any longer. Inside there is the ghost town of Dudleytown, a town said to be so cursed it didn’t end well for any of the settlers. The… Read More

The Pennsylvania Germans are new descendants from emigrants from Europe from the 17th, eighteenth, and very early 19th many yearsThe brand new suggestions found in such amounts (select lower… Read More

To register or for more information, click the link for any event. All times are Pacific Time. Sat., Feb. 24, 11 AM: Our featured presentation this month is an online class by Lisa Gorrell… Read More

To register or for more information, click the link for any event. All times are Pacific Time. Two fascinating topics are covered in this week’s free “Tips & Talk” seri… Read More