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Thursday, June 8
"Tracking Down Your Eastern European Ancestors (Part 1)" With Pam Vestal (CCCGS Meetings)
6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Via Zoom - Registration Required
In spite of the many wars, boundary changes, and political and natural catastrophes, an astonishing number of records exist for our Eastern European ancestors, both here and abroad. We'll explore strategies for finding their places of origin, uncovering their original names, finding and requesting records, extracting and understanding their information, and dealing with foreign languages.
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Thursday, July 13
"Tracking Down Your Eastern European Ancestors (Part 2) With Pam Vestal (CCCGS Meetings)
6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Via Zoom - Registration Required
In spite of the many wars, boundary changes, and political and natural catastrophes, an astonishing number of records exist for our Eastern European ancestors, both here and abroad. We'll explore strategies for finding their places of origin, uncovering their original names, finding and requesting records, extracting and understanding their information, and dealing with foreign languages.
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Thursday, September 14
"Research Patriots and More Using the DAR Website" With Christine Cohen (CCCGS Meetings)
6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Via Zoom - Registration Required
Chistine Cohen will share how to research your patriot ancestors on the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) website. There is a wealth of information about the entire US that can be viewed for free and you don't have to be a DAR member. The website contains an index of surnames in both published and unpublished resources created by DAR members, so you may find information even of you don't have a patriot ancestor.
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Thursday, October 12
"Genealogists Google Search Methodology" With Lisa Louise Cooke (2023 Fall Thank You Event)
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Via Zoom - Members Only - Registration Required
It's 2023, so if you think you know how to Google, think again! Technology changes rapidly and keeping our search skills updated and sharp is key to search success. Lisa will help you find the latest Google search methodology for genealogy. Discover the best search innovations, and learn the process that will dramatically improve your genealogical search results. These skills can be used with all associated Google Tools.
This is a special two-hour FREE "members only" event. Non-members are welcomed to join the CCCGS and attend the event. The event will have door prizes and be recorded. To register for this event, visit the special Lisa Louise Cooke page on this website. You must be logged into the Member section to register. |
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Thursday, November 9
Movie: New York City’s Hart Island: A Cemetery of Strangers (CCCGS Meetings)
6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Via Zoom - Registration Required
Discover the captivating history of Hart Island, New York’s renowned potter’s field since 1869. In this thought-provoking 30-minute movie, we will explore Hart Island’s past, unveiling the stories of over 1 million souls laid to rest there, making it the largest cemetery in America. Find out how cutting-edge DNA and fingerprint technology have played a crucial role in unearthing the identities of these forgotten individuals. Following the screening, Joseph and Judie Palmer will share their insights about the “Hart Island Project,” an initiative that is bringing solace to families and loved ones, enabling them to pay homage to decedents of Hart Island. Additionally, we will hear the remarkable history of the Alhambra Pioneer Cemetery’s potter’s field in Martinez including narratives of its significant residents.
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