Submitted by Deb McNaughton: Member since 2016
Submitted by Deb McNaughton: Member since 2016
This is a photo of my mother, Elizabeth London (1920-2015), in 1945. She was a Corporal in the Women's Army Corps during WWII and taught pilots how to fly using instruments. Here she is in a Link Trainer flight simulator. She always said serving in the WAC was one of the best times of her life.

The Contra Costa County Genealogical Society (CCCGS) connects family history enthusiasts across the East Bay and beyond. We help members explore their roots through educational programs, practical research tools, and a shared passion for discovering the stories of our ancestors. Join us to connect, learn, and be inspired by your family’s past.
 
Monthly Genealogy Presenters via Zoom
Our evening meetings, conducted via Zoom, showcase guest presenters who delve into compelling genealogical topics. Open to both members and the public, these sessions are free of charge with registration required for attendance. Visit the Events page for more information and registration links. Recordings of presentations are available to members only. 
 
Time and Date: 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. (Pacific Time), 2nd Thursday of each month (except August and December).
 
Descendants Newsletter
Our newsletter, Descendants, is exclusively available to CCCGS members. Published ten times per year, each issue features an array of content—feature stories, historical insights, topic-driven photo essays, and a calendar of CCCGS-hosted events with registration links.
Feedback, ideas, and suggestions for the newsletter are always welcome at Newsletter@cccgs.net
 
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Upcoming Events
January 8
"A Beginner’s Guide to Using Airtable for Genealogy" with Diana Elder
  NEW!   Genealogy research projects generate large amounts of data. Tracking and organizing that data with Airtable allows better analysis that can aid the researcher in making progress ...

February 12
"Genetic Genealogy Case Studies" with Dawn Kosmokos
Dawn will tell three different stories of cases that were solved with Genetic Genealogist. One is her own personal great-grandfather brick wall, the second one is a John Doe that ...

March 12
"Homesteading - Land For All" with Christine Cohen
Christine will show us how homestead application packets from 1862 - 1934 are great sources of genealogical information. These applications list family members and statements from neighbors, plus notations of ...

April 9
Faith and Founding Fathers: Religion’s Role in America’s Story with Sylvia Tracy Doolos
  Beginning with the American Revolution, religion has shaped our ancestors’ lives. Discover faith-driven events that can help unlock your family’s story. Sylvia Tracy Doolos has been working as a ...

October 3
"Finding Binkey: When Your Ancestors Choose You" with Michael A. Willis
  COMING OCTOBER 2026! LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE!   If you are interested in researching your ancestors, learning who you are, where you come from, and the methodologies that make it ...