[CA-SCGS] Need Help With Your Research? The SCGS Research Team is Here to Help!!

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You will be delivered to the Shopping Cart, where you will choose Hourly                     Research, then  Check- out.  You will then have an opportunity to "Add Comments About Your Order.

Provide the Full Name of Person, Location of Event & Details of the Information desired. Include your contact information. (email, telephone, address).

Specialties of Our Society: California & Los Angeles County Research

In our own geographic area, we can offer clients information on the vital areas of birth, death and marriage, plus newspaper obituaries. We also have extensive records of people coming to the California Gold Rush, their names being on ship records, overland wagon train lists, and the newspapers of the day. SCGS also produced an 1852 census for the new State of California.

United States Research

Our collection has materials for almost every county in the United States. This makes our library, and its research team, well positioned to conduct studies on your ancestors as they migrated to and around this country.

• Revolutionary War Ancestors - if your ancestor was born before 1765 there is a strong possibility that he served in the Revolutionary War.


• American Colonial Wars - Thousands of Americans from Maine to South Carolina fought in the many Colonial Wars from the Pequot War in 1637 to the French & Indian Wars ending in 1762.


• Massachusetts Town Records – Vital Records listing births, marriages & deaths have been compiled for most of the towns of Massachusetts up to 1850.  SCGS has over 200 of these town records.


• California Gold Rush - Our records include the names of peoples coming overland and by ship; many names were recorded in the newspapers of the day.  In addition to the 1850 and 1860 U.S. Censuses, we have the California Census for 1852.


• Los Angeles County Records searches – births, marriages, deaths in Los Angeles County and California; newspaper obituaries.  


• Personalized research - we are prepared to help you knock down those block walls.  Tell us about your research puzzles and we will attempt to help you solve them.

Cornish Records Search

SCGS has one of the great collections of Cornish ancestry records, many of which go back to the 1500s. These records include the celebrated Ross Collection of births, marriages, deaths and other official records of Government and Church in Cornwall. A search can also be made of the Cornish miners of California and Michigan and other areas where Cornish people were involved.

French-Canadian Research

We are the home of the French-Canadian Heritage Society of California and one of the largest collections of French-Canadian resources in the USA. Our researchers will search the Blue and Red Drouin, Jette, Tanguay, PRDH, and the marriage records of the 1000 parishes, and the many other FC resources we have to help you document your ancestry.

Southern California Genealogy Society and Library

417 Irving Dr.

Burbank, CA 91504-2408

818-843-7247

www.scgsgenealogy.com

Email: scgs@scgsgenealogy.com

[CA-SCGS] The Summer 2019 Edition of the Searcher is Here!!

The Searcher is Here!

See the online 2019 Summer Edition, Vol. 56, #3

To access the electronic version, go to the SCGS website at http://www.scgsgenealogy.com/ Then sign into the Members Only Section.  Sign in to your account; then click on the Members Only button.  You will see 4 colorful buttons. Choose the red one titled Members Only. Then click on the third blue button titled Searcher Online Editions. 

Then you can read and enjoy the new issue! 

  Paper copies will be mailed once the printing is finished.

Southern California Genealogy Society & Library

417 Irving Dr.

Burbank, CA 91504-2408

818-843-7247

Email: scgs@scgsgenealogy.com

www.scgsgenealogy.com

[CA-SCGS] The Winter Edition of the Searcher is Now Online!!

The Searcher is Here!

See the online 2019 Winter Edition, Vol. 56, #1

To access the electronic version, go to the SCGS website at http://www.scgsgenealogy.com/ Then sign into the Members Only Section.  Sign in to your account; then click on the Members Only button.  You will see 4 colorful buttons. Choose the red one titled Members Only. Then click on the third blue button titled Searcher Online Editions. 

Then you can read and enjoy the new issue! 

  Paper copies will be mailed once the printing is finished.

Southern California Genealogy Society & Library

417 Irving Dr.

Burbank, CA 91504-2408

818-843-7247

Email: scgs@scgsgenealogy.com

www.scgsgenealogy.com

[CA-SCGS] The Searcher: Changes in the Delivery of the Searcher

The Searcher: 

Changes in the Delivery of the Searcher

Membership Renewal starting 2019 with Extra Charge for Printed and Mailed Searcher

As printing and postage costs have risen, many genealogical societies no longer print their magazines.  While a number of our members have switched to a digital, rather than a printed The Searcher, most members are still receiving a printed issue.

As of January 2019, when a member renews their membership, their dues will remain at the same level as in 2018, but there will be a $10 surcharge per year for the printed and mailed The Searcher.  

All members will still be able to access The Searcher by logging into their account and clicking on the button Members-Only Resources.

Southern California Genealogy Society and Library

417 Irving Drive, 

Burbank, CA 91504-2408

818.843.7247

www.scgsgenealogy.com

Email: scgs@scgsgenealogy.com

[CA-SCGS] Navigating The New SCGS Membership System

WELCOME TO OUR NEW SCGS SYSTEM!

You can now manage your membership or purchase items from our SCGS store.

If you have any problems or comments regarding our new system, email us at nextnewmember@scgsgenealogy.com

For those members logging in for the very first time, such as SCGS members, Customers, Partners or other account holder,  go to the section that says Forgot Password.  Enter your email address and request a new password.  The password will be sent to your email.  Then go to the section called RETURNING USERS, then LOG IN.  Enter your email address and the new password.  This will take you to your account page.  Use Change Password to create a password that you prefer. Once completed, you may update your membership, purchase at our store, and view other member benefits.

For those who previously logged in, such as SCGS Members and SCGS Customers, Partners or other account holders who have previously logged into this new system, simply go to the section called RETURNING USERS, and then LOG IN. Once completed, you may update your membership, purchase at our store, and view other member benefits.

For people new to the SCGS Website and have never visited before, go to the section called NEW USERS,  and follow the directions for the SIGN UP. Once signed up, you may now order a membership, a product from SCGS, and view other member benefits.

To access the Behind the Members Wall or Members-Only area, click on the Members Resources button that appears on the ACCOUNT SUMMARY page.  You will then see the MEMBERS-ONLY RESOURCES page. View archived Webinars, archived Jamboree sessions, issues of The Searcher and get access to MyHeritage Library Edition.

LOG IN

Southern California Genealogy Society & Library

417 Irving Drive

Burbank, CA 91504-2408

818-843-7247

Website: www.scgsgenealogy.com

Email: scgs@scgsgenealogy.com

[CA-SCGS] Announcing the 2018 Jamboree Webinar Extension Series!

Announcing the 2018 Jamboree Webinar Extension Series!

Southern California Genealogy Society 

417 Irving Dr.

Burbank, CA 91054-2408

818-843-7247

www.scgsgenealogy.com

Email: webinar@scgsgenealogy.com

[CA-SCGS] Daylight Savings Time Ends on Sunday, November 5, 2017

Daylight saving time officially ends Sunday, November 5^th at 2 a.m.

Don't forget to "Fall Back" and reset your clocks and alarms 1 hour back!

The SCGS Family Research Library will be open to researchers Sunday

from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. PST.

Don't miss any valuable research time!

SCGS Family Research Library
417 Irving Drive
Burbank, CA 91504
(cross street Glenoaks)
818.843.7247 www.scgsgenealogy.com
scgs@scgsgenealogy.com

[CA-SCGS] The Fall 2017 Searcher is Available!

The Searcher is Now Available Online!

Fall 2017

This issue is found in the members-only section of the website.

Southern California Genealogy Society and Family History Library

417 Irving Dr.

Burbank, CA 91504-2408

818-843-7247

scgs@scgsgenealogy.com

[CA-SCGS] Happy Fourth of July from SCGS

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

 

We wish all of you a very happy 4th of July holiday. Enjoy your day and enjoy your family, friends, the food, fireworks and fun.

 

Keep an eye on your beloved pets (they get spooked by the fireworks) and keep fireworks away from very young children.

 

 

 

Southern California Genealogical Society 

& Family Research Library
417 Irving Drive
Burbank, California
(818) 843-7247

 Cross street Glenoaks.

www.scgsgenealogy.com 





SCGS Announces 2015 Webinar Series - GROW what you KNOW

Click here to view the schedule

The Southern California Genealogical Society proudly announces plans for the 2015  Jamboree Extension Webinar Series. Since 2011, SCGS has offered twice-monthly webinars for genealogists and family historians around the globe.

The goal of the Webinar Series is to fulfill an important element of the Society’s Mission Statement: The Southern California Genealogical Society exists to foster interest in family history and genealogy, preserve genealogical materials, and provide instruction in accepted and effective research techniques.

What does it cost?
The live webcasts are open to the public free of charge. Please tell your cousins, fellow genealogical society members and others about our program. We'd love to have them join us.

When are they held?
SCGS webinars are held the first Saturday and third Wednesday of each month. They are held at hours that most people are not working: Saturday 10am Pacific time and Wednesday 6pm Pacific time.

I’m sold. How do I sign up?
It’s really easy. Go to the SCGS website page with the Extension Series information. http://tinyurl.com/2015-SCGS-Webinars

You’ll see a list with all of the upcoming webinars and links to register. Click on the links to register for the live webcasts you want to attend. Fill out the registration information and you’re all set. You’ll get a confirmation email and will also get reminders before the webinar, as well as a link to a handout for every presentation.

On the day of the program, click the link that you received in those emails and you’ll be taken to GoToWebinar for your session. You can watch the webinars on your laptop or desktop, on your tablet or even your smartphone. If you don't have an internet connection, you can even dial in by phone and listen to the presentation.

What if I can’t watch the live webcast?
As a benefit of membership, SCGS members may view any of the 125 or so archived sessions any time, day or night, on the SCGS website. Webinars are posted online about two weeks after the webcast. A list of the archived sessions can be found on the SCGS website. To learn more about the valuable membership benefits available for SCGS members, visit our membership webpage.

Download the 2015 Webinar flyer and post it on your office's bulletin board.

Join us for the first session on Saturday, January 3!

Last Issue of SCGS News and Notes Now On-Line

The November issue of "The News & Notes," quarterly newsletter of the Southern California Genealogical Society, is now available at this link.

This is the last issue of "The News & Notes." After seven and a half years of reporting news and events at SCGS, "The News & Notes" will cease publication.

What takes the place of "The News & Notes"? We will take advantage of new technology to send out monthly e-updates and as well as up-to-the-minute notices of time-sensitive information. Subscribe today to stay in touch.

Monthly e-Blast
Type your email address in the upper right corner of the SCGS main page where you see "Sign Up for Free Email Updates from SCGS."

SCGSGenealogy Blog Post Notification via Email
Type your email address in the upper right corner of the Society's blog, where you see "Subscribe via email."



Your email address will never be released or shared with any other organization.

SCGS "The News & Notes" Posted Online

The August issue of "The News & Notes," quarterly newsletter of the Southern California Genealogical Society, is now available on the Society’s website.

This is the next-to-the-last issue of "The News & Notes." After seven and a half years of reporting news and events at SCGS, "The News & Notes" will cease publication with the November 2010 issue.

So, what will take the place of "The News & Notes"? We will take advantage of new technology to send out monthly e-updates and as well as overnight notices of time-sensitive information. Subscribe to stay in touch.

Monthly e-Update

We are moving away from the CA-SCGS Rootsweb email list and are using a commercial email management service, Constant Contact. We will issue monthly updates that will feature SCGS projects, interest groups and programs, photos, volunteers and other items of interest to our members.

You may have already received one of our e-Updates. If not, you can sign up to receive monthly electronic updates at www.scgsgenealogy.com. Add your email address in the upper right corner where you see "Sign Up for Free Email Updates from SCGS."

Overnight Notices through the Blog

Through the Society's blog, readers will get reminders of events, new databases and resources available to researchers, and up-to-the-minute announcements of bargains offered by genealogy suppliers.

Blog posts from both the SCGS and Jamboree blogs are automatically set to appear on the main page of the SCGS website. You can subscribe to have emails delivered directly to your inbox whenever a message has been posted to the blog. Emails are sent out automatically at about 3:00 a.m. and they will be there for you in the morning. To subscribe, just enter your email in the upper right hand box of the blog where it says "subscribe by email."

Your email address will never be released or shared with any other organization.

So... there you are.

Subscribe to the monthly update at www.scgsgenealogy.com

Subscribe to the overnight notices at scgsgenealogy.blogspot.com

Nearly A Million...

I've always enjoyed watching the car odometer turn over to some magic number, whether it was all 6's or 123123 or some Big-Zero number.

We're coming up on a million page loads on the SCGS website. Since the counter was installed on 1 April 2005, we've had nearly a million page views. That's pretty darned good for a home-built website. We will probably cross the line later this week.  I'll let you know when we hit our million, give or take a few.

If you want to help make the numbers move, visit the website at www.scgsgenealogy.com.


Thanks to everyone for your support.