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• British Isles Interest Group- Hybrid Meeting

  • When
    15 Aug 2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom & SD FamilySearch Center

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    British Isles Special Interest Group

  

  Topic:  Records of the Poor

  Speaker:  Colin Whitney

  
  

   

  For questions contact Colin Whitney

  at cwhitaz05@hotmail.com

  

  Many of us believe that our ancestors were not poor. However, the estimated percentage of the population who were officially classified as such was as high as 10% at times and 20% in certain localities. In this session we will trace the history of the Poor Law system to uncover a multitude of records which name our impoverished ancestors. Then we will highlights those websites containing the best collections.  

  
  

  This meeting will be a Hybrid meeting via Zoom and in-person at the San Diego FamilySearch Center in Mission Valley, 4195 Camino del Rio S San Diego CA 92108
  

  The public is welcome to register and attend.

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• AI for Genealogy SIG

  • When
    15 Aug 2026
  •  
    1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual Only

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  Topic:  AI for Genealogy Special Interest Group

  

  Have you used any of the many Artificial Intelligence tools (chat bots, image creators, research assistants, etc.) in your genealogy research?  If so, share the tools, prompts, and procedures that have worked well for you.  What didn't work?  If you haven't used AI tools yet, learn about how you can use them in your research.

  This SIG will include presentations on topics of interest and opportunities to share your experiences and questions.

  
  

  Host:  Doug Shaw

  For questions email education@casdgs.org.
  

  

  This meeting will be a Virtual Only meeting via Zoom.  

  The Zoom link will be sent to registrants a few days before the meeting.

  
  

  Registration will open about a month in advance.
  

  The public is welcome to register and attend.

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• German Interest Group

  • When
    19 Aug 2026
  •  
    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom & SD FamilySearch Center

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  German Interest Group

  

  Topic: 1776 America and the German Language

  Speaker: Fritz Juengling

  Host:  Amy Chidester

   

  
  

  For questions contact Amy Chidester

  at gig.sdgs@gmail.com

  This meeting will be a hybrid meeting via Zoom and in-person at the San Diego FamilySearch Center, 4195 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, California 92108
  

  Zoom information will be sent in the week prior to the meeting to those that register.

  The public is welcome to register and attend.

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• 9am Class

  • When
    22 Aug 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Virtual via Zoom

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  9am Class

  

  Topic:  Getting all the information from a DNA match

  Speaker:  Marshall Clow

  Abstract:

  So you have taken a DNA test, and you have gotten your results back. You have a list of matches.

  What information can you extract from a match?

  Using Ancestry as an example, Marshall will show the kinds of information that you can record about a match (and maybe about the match’s family)

  Audience: Beginner and Intermediate researchers.

  
  

  Classes on genealogy, family history, media/technology, and computer skills are held at 9 am (PT) on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of most months except January, September, and December.  Classes are designed for a variety of interests and ability levels and are often used as a refresher.

  For questions email education@casdgs.org.

  
  

  

  This meeting will be a Virtual Only meeting via Zoom.  

  The Zoom link will be sent to registrants a few days before the meeting.

  Registration will open about a month in advance.
  

  The public is welcome to register and attend.

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• SDGS Ask A Genealogist

  • When
    22 Aug 2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual Only

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  Ask a Genealogist Special Interest Group

  

  This session is a forum where your genealogical questions can be answered by our panel. You may also talk about any genealogical successes you have had, problems you are encountering, or share with the group some of your current research. It is a chance for you to interact with your fellow genealogists so that we can all learn from each other. I invite you to come and have some fun with us.

  Panel members: Anne Alves (host), Debby Warner Anderson and Diane Gould Hall

  We encourage you to send  your questions, at least two days prior to the session, to fansvsdgs@gmail.com

  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  For questions contact Anne Alves at fansvsdgs@gmail.com

  This meeting will be a Virtual Only meeting via Zoom.  

  Registration will open about a month in advance.
  

  The public is welcome to attend.

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• California Pioneer Programs Virtual Workshop

  • When
    25 Aug 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  California Pioneer

  Programs Workshop

  
  

  
  

  
  

  

  Topic:  This workshop is designed to assist any individuals researching their early California ancestors. Its primary focus is to address their specific genealogical questions and assign qualified researchers when required. An additional purpose is to provide education on early California history and its records. We will cover archives in California, Mexico and the United States at the state, county, local, library and university levels.

  Workshop Host:  Colin Whitney
  

  
  

   

  For questions contact Colin Whitney

  at cwhitaz05@hotmail.com

  

  This meeting will be a Virtual meeting via Zoom.
  

  Registration will open about a month ahead of the meeting.
  

  The public is welcome to register and attend.

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• SDGS Reunion Users Group

  • When
    01 Sep 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual Only

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  Reunion Users Group    

  

  Topic: TBD

  Speaker: Anne Alves

    

  
  

  For questions contact Anne Alves at fansvsdgs@gmail.com

  
  

  This meeting will be a Virtual Only meeting on Zoom.
  

  Registration will open about a month in advance.
  

  The public is welcome to register and attend.

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• SDGS DNA SIG-Virtual Meeting

  • When
    05 Sep 2026
  •  
    11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual Only
  • Spaces left
    300

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  DNA Special Interest Group

  

  Topic: Genetic Communities and Ethnicity

  Speaker: Colin Whitney

  Ethnicity is a part of our ancestry and provides a sense of identity. We will examine what we can learn from our DNA results and show you how to interpret them. Ethnicity can be an important tool in understanding your relationships to your matches.

   

  For questions contact Colin Whitney

  at cwhitaz05@hotmail.com

  This meeting will be a Virtual Only meeting on Zoom.
  

  Registration will open about a month in advance.
  

  The public is welcome to register and attend.

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• SDGS Fall Seminar

  • When
    12 Sep 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    Hybrid meeting: Virtual on Zoom and In person at Phil's BBQ, 3750 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92110
  • Spaces left
    462

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  SDGS Fall Seminar!

  
  

  
  

  
  

  We are pleased to welcome speaker Mary Sayles to present at our Fall Seminar.  This seminar will be held in a hybrid format, with both in-person and Zoom options, where Mary will be presenting in person.  

  Program: 10 am - 3:30 pm pst

  Location: Virtual on Zoom and In-person at Phil's BBQ Event Center, 3750 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92110 (map)

  
  

  Session 1:  Going on an Ancestor Hunt – Part One
  

  Session 2:  Going on an Ancestor Hunt – Part Two

  Session 3:  Finding Genealogy Information Gaps to Complete Your Ancestor’s Story

  Session 4:  Planning an International Genealogy Trip

  
  

  
  

  Presenter bio:  Ms. Mary Sayles has been a part-time genealogist for more than 45 years, and enjoys spending time researching genealogy and local history, plus teaching genealogy classes.

  Mary holds a certificate in Advanced Genealogical Skills from the National Genealogical Society, has taught genealogy classes for more than 11 years, in the Sacramento region and in Halifax, Nova Scotia, as well as working as a genealogy docent. She has published multiple genealogy articles in the US and Canada, writes the “Did You Know” column in the PRESERVES, a Root Cellar – Sacramento Genealogical Society Journal. She is the current President of the Sacramento Regional Genealogical Council and co-coordinated the 2024 Family History Week – Digging for Family Treasures in April 2024, in the Sacramento Region. Mary has a Master’s Degree in Nursing and a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing with a Second Major in Sociology.

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  This will be a Hybrid Webinar where you can join us locally in person or via Zoom. The speaker will be presenting in person. 

  Location: Virtual on Zoom and In-person at Phil's BBQ Event Center, 3750 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92110 (map)

  Note that this program will start later than other Fall Seminars in the past.

  
  

  In-person attendance information:  

   9:30 am - Check in and mingle (in person) 

  10:00 am - Program starts

  Lunch is catered, so make sure you register by September 7th to make sure your registration is in the count. 

  Any registration on or after September 8 is not guaranteed a lunch. 

  Your lunch options are:

  • Regular lunch is a choice of Pulled Pork or Tri-tip (deli sliced) sandwich with 2 sides, coleslaw and fries. You will make the selection of sandwich at lunch.
  • Vegetarian lunch is a Veggie burger with 2 sides, coleslaw and fries. 

  (The coleslaw and fries are vegetarian friendly.)

  
  

  Virtual attendance information: 

  9:50 am - Meeting will open up

  10:00 am - Program starts

  You will receive your Zoom login information in the week prior to the seminar. If you have questions, please contact webmaster@casdgs.org.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Price:

  
  

  Members: 

  Registration for in person is $10. - Includes lunch

  Registration for virtual attending via Zoom is free. 

  Non-members:

  Registration for in person is $60. - Includes lunch

  Registration for virtual attending via Zoom is $50.

  
  

  No refunds of no-shows.

  Last day to register is September 10, 2026.

  
  

  Become a member and save!  

  To join SDGS first, you can go to the online form or here for more membership information.

  
  

  This program will be recorded and placed in the "Members Only" section.

  For questions about membership contact Margie Geiser at membership@casdgs.org.

  For questions about this program contact Neva Van Loton at programs@casdgs.org.

  For questions about registration contact Regina Gigl at webmaster@casdgs.org.

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• German Interest Group

  • When
    16 Sep 2026
  •  
    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom & SD FamilySearch Center

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  German Interest Group

  

  Topic: Partitions of Poland

  Speaker: Greg Nelson

  Host:  Amy Chidester

   

  
  

  For questions contact Amy Chidester

  at gig.sdgs@gmail.com

  This meeting will be a hybrid meeting via Zoom and in-person at the San Diego FamilySearch Center, 4195 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, California 92108
  

  Zoom information will be sent in the week prior to the meeting to those that register.

  The public is welcome to register and attend.

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• RootsMagic User Group

  • When
    16 Sep 2026
  •  
    4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual via Zoom

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  RootsMagic User Group          

  

  Topic:  Working with Places

  Speaker:  Jerry Domier

  Jerry will share information from recent discussions on the RootsMagic Facebook group about using Places.

  RootsMagic is a comprehensive software tool which helps you research, organize and share your genealogical information. It is appropriate for all levels from beginner to professional. In this Group we will discuss RootsMagic's many features and show you  how to obtain maximum benefit from them.

  
  

  This meeting will be a virtual meeting conducted via Zoom.
  

  Zoom information will be sent in the week prior to the meeting to those that register.
  

  The public is welcome to register and attend.

  
  

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• British Isles Interest Group- Hybrid Meeting

  • When
    19 Sep 2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom & SD FamilySearch Center

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    British Isles Special Interest Group

  

  Topic:  Directories and Electoral Rolls

  Speaker:  Colin Whitney

  There are a number of business and government record types which provide information about your ancestors apart from vital and census documents. We will examine directories, Electoral rolls and Tax lists, find where they can be accessed, and what information they contain. Some of these list living people and so are important when privacy laws hinder our research. 

  
  

   and what information they contain. 

  For questions contact Colin Whitney

  at cwhitaz05@hotmail.com

  

  This meeting will be a Hybrid meeting via Zoom and in-person at the San Diego FamilySearch Center in Mission Valley, 4195 Camino del Rio S San Diego CA 92108
  

  The public is welcome to register and attend.

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• AI for Genealogy SIG

  • When
    19 Sep 2026
  •  
    1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual Only

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  Topic:  AI for Genealogy Special Interest Group

  

  Have you used any of the many Artificial Intelligence tools (chat bots, image creators, research assistants, etc.) in your genealogy research?  If so, share the tools, prompts, and procedures that have worked well for you.  What didn't work?  If you haven't used AI tools yet, learn about how you can use them in your research.

  This SIG will include presentations on topics of interest and opportunities to share your experiences and questions.

  
  

  Host:  Doug Shaw

  For questions email education@casdgs.org.
  

  

  This meeting will be a Virtual Only meeting via Zoom.  

  The Zoom link will be sent to registrants a few days before the meeting.

  
  

  Registration will open about a month in advance.
  

  The public is welcome to register and attend.

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• California Pioneer Programs Virtual Workshop

  • When
    22 Sep 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  California Pioneer

  Programs Workshop

  
  

  
  

  
  

  

  Topic:  This workshop is designed to assist any individuals researching their early California ancestors. Its primary focus is to address their specific genealogical questions and assign qualified researchers when required. An additional purpose is to provide education on early California history and its records. We will cover archives in California, Mexico and the United States at the state, county, local, library and university levels.

  Workshop Host:  Colin Whitney
  

  
  

   

  For questions contact Colin Whitney

  at cwhitaz05@hotmail.com

  

  This meeting will be a Virtual meeting via Zoom.
  

  Registration will open about a month ahead of the meeting.
  

  The public is welcome to register and attend.

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• 9am Class

  • When
    26 Sep 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Virtual via Zoom

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  9am Class

  

  Topic: TBD

  Speaker: TBD

  Classes on genealogy, family history, media/technology, and computer skills are held at 9 am (PT) on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of most months except January, September, and December.  Classes are designed for a variety of interests and ability levels and are often used as a refresher.

  For questions email education@casdgs.org.

  
  

  

  This meeting will be a Virtual Only meeting via Zoom.  

  The Zoom link will be sent to registrants a few days before the meeting.

  Registration will open about a month in advance.
  

  The public is welcome to register and attend.

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• SDGS Ask A Genealogist

  • When
    26 Sep 2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual Only

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  Ask a Genealogist Special Interest Group

  

  This session is a forum where your genealogical questions can be answered by our panel. You may also talk about any genealogical successes you have had, problems you are encountering, or share with the group some of your current research. It is a chance for you to interact with your fellow genealogists so that we can all learn from each other. I invite you to come and have some fun with us.

  Panel members: Colin Whitney (host), Christy Dolan and Barbara Stanculescu

  We encourage you to send your questions, two days prior to the session, to cwhitaz05@hotmail.com

  
  

  For questions contact Colin Whitney at cwhitaz05@hotmail.com

  This meeting will be a Virtual Only meeting on Zoom.

  
  

  Registration will open about a month ahead of the meeting.
  

  The public is welcome! to register and attend.

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• Salt Lake City FamilySearch Library Research Trip

  • Start
    27 Sep 2026
  • End
    04 Oct 2026

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  The Annual Salt Lake City

  Research Trip to the

  FamilySearch Library

  September 27- October 4, 2026

  
  

  You are invited to join us for this director-led trip which allows researchers an opportunity to access millions of records from all over the world, attend classes taught by FamilySearch experts and collaborate with fellow member researchers!

  
  

  The trip includes hours and hours of valuable research time in the library and access to  helpful research volunteers as well as a group of great people supporting each other in our endeavors to find ancestors. You won’t want to miss this. Yes, prices have gone up, but that’s the way of the world, as you know, and we’re doing all we can to keep those increases to a minimum.

  Check the website calendar and the link to register. Members, log in to access the registration. Be sure to fill out and submit your form as soon as possible. There are a limited number of rooms with 2 beds, so if you are planning to share a room, send that in asap with your deposit. Deadlines are noted on the registration form. Questions can be sent to SLCtrip@casdgs.org. See you in the library stacks!

  
  

  What is Included?

  ·        Pre-Trip Meeting

  ·        Webinar by Patricia Diane Godinez: “Preparing for a Research Trip”

  ·        Seven-night stay at the Hyatt Place Salt Lake Downtown: each room has its own refrigerator and coffee maker. Address: 55 N 400 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

  ·        ‘Shared’ microwave (off the lobby, open access to all)

  ·        Free hot and cold breakfast, coffee & tea

  ·        Three group dinners at local restaurants   

  ·        Easy access to a nearby grocery store

  ·        Easy access to the FREE Trax transit system

  ·        Tour and Orientation to the Library’s many collections and resources

  ·        Two classes taught by FamilySearch genealogists

  ·        Experienced co-directors on-site to assist you at the hotel and library

  ·        SWAG Bag containing fun and useful items, including snacks

  ·        Uncovered parking available for $10/night fee

  ·        Outdoor pool and hot tub open until approx. 10 PM until November

  
  

  Member Registration Fees: This event is open to SDGS members only. Members, log in to access the registration. However, non-members can register by paying a $30 SDGS (single) or $50 (family) membership fee. casdgs.org/Membershipform

  

  ·   Single Registration* – For those who would like their own room: Early Bird Pricing (pay by August 1) $1,477.00, Pay between August 2-22, the cost is  $1,500.00.

  •  Double Registration* – If two people are attending and would like to share a room, the cost for the room is the same, paid with one credit card, NOT per person; the deadlines remain the same.

  *The fee is by the room –One person registers at the hotel and is in charge of collecting the room fees from their chosen roommate. If their roommate cancels after the due date, the person in charge will be responsible for the entire cost of the room. Rooms contain either 2 queen beds or a king bed; there are a limited number of each.  

  There are no refunds for meals. To-Go bags are an option worth considering. No refunds after September 1, 2026.

  If any guests are invited to join the group for meals in Salt Lake City, they will have a separate bill and pay separately from the group.

  Airfare and land transportation are not included.

  Group size is limited by room availability, so register early! A $100 non-refundable deposit, per room, due by July 31, 2026, holds your reservation. The remaining balance is due no later than Saturday, August 22, 2026.

  
  

  

  Not everyone who was there is in this photo, but they were there in spirit! We had a great time and can’t wait to do it again!

  
  

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• SDGS DNA SIG-Virtual Meeting

  • When
    03 Oct 2026
  •  
    11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual Only
  • Spaces left
    300

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  DNA Special Interest Group

  

  Topic: Show and Tell

  Speaker: Group Members

  This is your opportunity to discuss the DNA researching you have been doing. You may address your successes, the brick wall problems you are having or other topics of interest to the group. Throughout the year I will be soliciting presentations.

   

  For questions contact Colin Whitney

  at cwhitaz05@hotmail.com

  This meeting will be a Virtual Only meeting on Zoom.
  

  Registration will open about a month in advance.
  

  The public is welcome to register and attend.

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• Monthly Program

  • When
    10 Oct 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Webinar via Zoom

  

  
  

  Monthly Program

  
  

  
  

  Save the Date!

  

  
  

  Join us for a presentation by Jim Jackson.

  
  

  
  

  Session 1:  Putting it All Together

  Most lectures focus entirely on a particular type of record or research methodology, i.e. family records, church and civil records, census research, land records, military service, etc. This presentation follows one the Ingall and Wilder pioneer families, through their travels 'Out West', examining the many records that were generated and left behind - just like your family.

  Session 2:  Michigan Biographical Index 

  An overview of this website that was selected as one of the 75 best state websites of 2025 by Family Tree Magazine. Along the way, this is an opportunity to analyze the methodology of working with a very large project (this site has over 1,500 merged sources and over five million names). The scope of this session includes breaking the entire project into manageable tasks; ongoing maintenance; measuring progress; and how to successfully sort records.

  
  

  Presenter Bio:   Michigan Biographical Index

  I have been interested in Genealogy and Local History since the mid-70s, and served as President of the Detroit Society for Genealogical Research, Inc., the Oakland County Genealogical Society and the Calhoun County Genealogical Society. I have been the index editor of the DSGR Magazine since 1994, and the Past-Camp Commander for Camp #22 of the Sons of the Civil War (SUVCW) in Battle Creek, MI.
  In addition to articles published in Genealogical Computing, Genealogical Helper, Heritage Quest and Keywords (published by the American Society of Indexers), I have written The Guide to the First Fifty Years of the DSGR Magazine, (selected as one of Michigan's 50 best genealogical resources by Michigan's HAL (History, Arts and Libraries), and The List of Pensioners on CD-ROM published by Heritage Quest. Additional works may be found on Amazon.com or by clicking the eStore link to the left.
  I was honored to receive the 2006 Lucy Mary Kellogg award from the Michigan Genealogical Council for "significant contribution to the preservation and education of Genealogy and History."
  My website, Michigan Biographical Index (michlist.com) was once again selected as one of the 75 Best State Websites of 2026 by Family Tree Magazine. This is a cumulative full-name index merging more than 1,500 publications and manuscripts, that currently includes over five milltion citations.
  I have taught classes and presented talks to various local and national societies, including the Great Lakes Conference, Fort Wayne, IN; the American Society of Indexers Conference in Philadelphia, PA; the Local History Conference, Macomb Community College, MI; the Ohio Genealogical Society in Cincinnati, OH; the Ontario Genealogical Society in Oshawa, Ontario; and the National Genealogical Society (NGS) Family History Conference in Grand Rapids, MI.
  Member of Genealogical Speakers Guild and a life member of the SUVCW.

  PRESENTER's WEBSITE:  https://michlist.com

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  Registration will open early fall.

  This program will be recorded and placed in the "Members Only" section.

  The public is always welcome! 

  For questions contact programs@casdgs.org
  

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• British Isles Interest Group- Hybrid Meeting

  • When
    17 Oct 2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom & SD FamilySearch Center

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    British Isles Special Interest Group

  

  Topic:  Researching the British Isles with Newspapers

  Speaker:  Colin Whitney

  Newspapers are a source of information which should be part of very genealogist's research. They often provide information about our ancestors which cannot be found in other types of records. We can discover facts from the mundane to the effect of world events upon their life. Using AI and OCR, newspapers are being digitized and placed online at a rapid rate. We will examine some of the major newspaper sites, familiarize you with their use, and show you which papers are available for different regions of the British isles.

  
  

   

  For questions contact Colin Whitney

  at cwhitaz05@hotmail.com

  

  This meeting will be a Hybrid meeting via Zoom and in-person at the San Diego FamilySearch Center in Mission Valley, 4195 Camino del Rio S San Diego CA 92108
  

  The public is welcome to register and attend.

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• California Pioneer Programs Virtual Workshop

  • When
    27 Oct 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

  Register

   

  
  

  California Pioneer

  Programs Workshop

  
  

  
  

  
  

  

  Topic:  This workshop is designed to assist any individuals researching their early California ancestors. Its primary focus is to address their specific genealogical questions and assign qualified researchers when required. An additional purpose is to provide education on early California history and its records. We will cover archives in California, Mexico and the United States at the state, county, local, library and university levels.

  Workshop Host:  Colin Whitney
  

  
  

   

  For questions contact Colin Whitney

  at cwhitaz05@hotmail.com

  

  This meeting will be a Virtual meeting via Zoom.
  

  Registration will open about a month ahead of the meeting.
  

  The public is welcome to register and attend.

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• SDGS DNA SIG-Virtual Meeting

  • When
    07 Nov 2026
  •  
    11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual Only
  • Spaces left
    300

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  DNA Special Interest Group

  

  Topic:  What's in a Picture

  Speaker:  Kathleen Fernandes

  This presentation describes the questions to ask when evaluating a visualization and then reviews the various approaches to displaying information about family relationships, DNA inheritance, matches in a family tree, and shared segments and matches.
  

   

  For questions contact Colin Whitney

  at cwhitaz05@hotmail.com

  This meeting will be a Virtual Only meeting on Zoom.
  

  Registration will open about a month in advance.
  

  The public is welcome to register and attend.

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• Monthly Program

  • When
    14 Nov 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Webinar

  

  
  

  Monthly Program

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Join us for a presentation by Amy Carpenter. 

  Session topics are still being discussed. Once decided upon, they will be added here. 

  Please check back here for an update.

  
  

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  Registration will open fall of 2026

  The public is always welcome! 

  For questions contact webmaster@casdgs.org
  

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• British Isles Interest Group- Hybrid Meeting

  • When
    21 Nov 2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom & SD FamilySearch Center

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    British Isles Special Interest Group

  

  Topic:  Criminal Records

  Speaker:  Colin Whitney

  As is the case today, our ancestors sometimes had a brush with the law. The offense could be petty or serious. They may have landed in prison or even have been transported to the colonies. North America and the Caribbean were favorite destinations prior to 1776 and after that Australia. In this talk we will look at prison and transportation records as well as online criminal and civil cases.

  
  

   

  For questions contact Colin Whitney

  at cwhitaz05@hotmail.com

  

  This meeting will be a Hybrid meeting via Zoom and in-person at the San Diego FamilySearch Center in Mission Valley, 4195 Camino del Rio S San Diego CA 92108
  

  The public is welcome to register and attend.

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• California Pioneer Programs Virtual Workshop

  • When
    24 Nov 2026
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    7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  California Pioneer

  Programs Workshop

  
  

  
  

  
  

  

  Topic:  This workshop is designed to assist any individuals researching their early California ancestors. Its primary focus is to address their specific genealogical questions and assign qualified researchers when required. An additional purpose is to provide education on early California history and its records. We will cover archives in California, Mexico and the United States at the state, county, local, library and university levels.

  Workshop Host:  Colin Whitney
  

  
  

   

  For questions contact Colin Whitney

  at cwhitaz05@hotmail.com

  

  This meeting will be a Virtual meeting via Zoom.
  

  Registration will open about a month ahead of the meeting.
  

  The public is welcome to register and attend.

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• SDGS DNA SIG-Virtual Meeting

  • When
    05 Dec 2026
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    11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual Only
  • Spaces left
    300

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  DNA Special Interest Group

  

  Topic: MyHeritage

  Speaker: Colin Whitney

  Myheritage is a website which has been growing rapidly over the last few years. Each year it adds numerous tools and features to help us analyze our DNA results. It has now added a low cost whole genome sequencing test for autosomal DNA. With a database of close to 10 million which also supplies segment information, it is a must use site.

   

  For questions contact Colin Whitney

  at cwhitaz05@hotmail.com

  This meeting will be a Virtual Only meeting on Zoom.
  

  Registration will open about a month in advance.
  

  The public is welcome to register and attend.

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