Wednesday, April 13, 2016

SCGS Genealogy Jamboree News - Early Bird Registration Ends April 23rd

I received this from the Southern California Genealogical Society Genealogy Jamboree folks today:

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Southern California Genealogical Society & Family History Library
Jamboree and Webinar Series News, and more!
The 47th Annual Southern California Genealogy Jamboree
 "Giving to the Future by Preserving the Past" 
FridaySunday
June 3-5, 2016

"The Future of the Past: Genetic Genealogy 2016"
Thursday, June 2, 2016

Both held at the Los Angeles Marriott Burbank Airport Hotel
2500 Hollywood Way, Burbank, California

Early Bird Discount
ends April 23rd

Register Online Today!
Discount for SCGS Members-
Join Today and Save!
Outstanding Speakers and Sessions
In the past, Jamboree speakers have been among the most knowledgeable professionals in the genealogical community. This year is no different. With over 70 speakers, the list is too long for this newsletter. Please take a moment and meet them on the Jamboree website.

This year Jamboree offers an entertaining mix of special events. Have while you learn!

Meals (click here to register)!


*JUST ANNOUNCED*
Saturday Banquet: "Secrets from PBS's Genealogy Roadshow" with Kenyatta D. Berry



Thursday LuncheonDr. Michael Hammer, PhD, "The Peopling of Europe"

Friday Banquet: "Giving to the Future by Preserving the Past" with David Rencher, AG, CG®, FUGA, FIGRS of FamilySearch

Saturday FamilySearch Breakfast: "What's New at FamilySearch and a Sneak Peek at What's on the Horizon" with Michael Provard

Saturday Legacy Books® Breakfast: "Eating the Preservation Elephant - Five Ways to Preserve Your Legacy for the Future" with John Catron

Sunday Scholarship Breakfast Sponsored by Legacy Tree Genealogists, presentation of the Suzanne Winsor Freeman Student Genealogy Grant: "Preparing Good Ground: Fostering Genealogical Interest for Coming Generations" with Paul Alan Woodbury, professional genealogist, previous scholarship recipient.

Tours!

Thursday, June 2, 2016 - Hollywood Forever Cemetery Tour 

Friday, June 3, 2016 - SCGS Family Research Library Tour 

Workshops (separate registration fees apply)!

"Understanding Gothic German by Learning to Write It: You, Too, Can Read Those Records" with Jean Wilcox Hibben, PhD, MA, CG®

"Bridging the Decades: Little Used Clues from the Census" with Elissa Scalise Powell, CG®, CGL®

"Organizing Notes to Write a Compelling Story" with Anita R. Henderson

"Plotting Public Land Grants - Hands-on Workshop Jamie Lee McManus Mayhew, PLCGS

"What Next? Workshop for Developing Step-by-Step Research Plans" Paula Stuart-Warren, CG®, FMGS, FUGA

"Enhancing Your Genealogy with Social History" Gena Philibert- Ortega

"Autosomal DNA Chromosome Mapping Workshop" Tim Janzen, MD (SOLD OUT)

"I've Tested My DNA; Now What?" Emily D. Aulicino, MA

"Third-Party Tools for Autosomal DNA"  Blaine T. Bettinger, PhD, JD

"Five Computer Programs to Simplify the Life of a Genealogist" L. A. (Butch) Hibben, CLA

"Easily Create a Video of Your Family Research to Share with Family" Dr. Jan Joyce Ahrens 


FUN!


Hometown Pride Contest 

Sunday is Fun Day! Wear a tee-shirt, hat or anything that publicizes your, or your ancestor's, hometown. Meet at the stage area to parade and show your pride! 

JamboFREE Sessions, Friday, June 3rd

Friday morning JamboFREE sessions include Beginning Genealogy, Librarian's Boot Camp, Why and How to Become a Professional Genealogist, Use Social Media to Benefit Your Society and Your Research, and both Genealogy and DNA World Roundtables.

The classes are free but we ask that you register in advance.

Check out the JamboFREE Sessions
Two Conferences.  One Location.

Learn,  Network, Be Inspired!

This year, Jamboree offers a full 14 session track directed at Researching German and Eastern European Roots.
Back by popular demand, Jamboree 2016 offers a six session track for Researching African-American Roots.

Check out the schedule by day on the website.
Volunteers Needed!

As you can imagine, Jamboree takes hundreds of volunteer hours. From room monitors to hospitality team members, from registration to set up and tear down, we have roles open for everyone. You don't need to be an SCGS member and you don't need to volunteer for long shifts. 

The Volunteer Team will be sending an email out in the next few days to let you know how you can become a member of the best conference team in genealogy! If you'd rather, you can email them atjamboreevolunteers@scgsgenealogy.com and let them know of your interest. 

You'll be glad you did!

Research Assistance
Members of the Southern California Chapter of the Association of Professional Genealogists will provide one-on-one consultation to help you hurdle over your brick walls. Consultations are free for paid registrants of Jamboree. 

Calling all genealogists! The sign up for research assistance volunteer consultants is now open. 


NOTE: you need not be certified, accredited, be a member of APG, or any other specific organization to assist people - just a desire to help is all that is required.

The list for those requesting assistance will be open soon. Check the Jamboree blog for updates.
Exhibit Hall - The Tools You Need
The Exhibit Hall is Free to the Public!

Between sessions, at lunch and during the day, you can visit our exhibitors, commercial vendors, genealogical societies and heritage organizations, authors, and others. Schedule enough time to visit all the booths, and don't be shy. Strike up conversations with the booth staff. They have lots of information and are looking forward to sharing it with you
Jamboree Extension Series Webinars

Join us for our twice-monthly webinars featuring knowledgeable and highly respected genealogical speakers.The initial webcast is offered free of charge to family historians around the globe.
SCGS members have 24/7 access to over 100 sessions in the members-only webinar archive. Register today for all of the webinars in the 2016 series!
Download the flyer and post it on your genealogical society or library's bulletin board or other community area. We would love to include as many family historians as our software allows!

Upcoming Webinars:
                      
Wednesday, April 20    6:00 PM  - 7:00 PM Pacific Time        
by James Marion Baker, PhD, CG®

Saturday, May 7         10:00 AM  -  11:00 AM Pacific Time       
by Gena Philibert-Ortega

Wednesday, May 18      6:00 PM  - 7:00 PM Pacific Time        
by Jean Wilcox Hibben, PhD, MA, CG®

Wednesday, June 15    10:00 AM  -  11:00 AM Pacific Time     
Finding a German Home Village Online by James M Beidler   

Upcoming Events at the SCGS Library

Spring forward and get your family research off on the right foot by participating in one of the many Special Interest Group meetings, Free Lectures, and Research Assistance opportunities happening at the SCGS Library in Burbank in April and May.
Are You a Member of SCGS?

Check out the benefits of membership in the Southern California Genealogical Society. Members enjoy 24/7 access to our webinar archive, are able to use World Vital Records and MyHeritage Library Edition ™ from home, and receive discounts on Jamboree, on our Research Team assistance, and on SCGS publications.

Membership starts at $35 per year for a single membership. A youth (under 25) membership is available.


Join online today or complete the print application and take advantage of the many benefits of membership in SCGS.
SCGS and the Family Research Library

Southern California Genealogical Society
417 Irving Drive
Burbank, CA  91504-2408
818.843.7247 phone

www.scgsgenealogy.com    

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