Genealogy Classes

SCCHGS-Beginner’s Genealogy Seminar Series

Santa Clara Central Park Library
Redwood Room (1st floor)
2635 Homestead Road
Santa Clara, CA

SCCHGS will be offering a three-part Getting Started with Genealogy Seminar this fall. The seminars are free and are geared to the new genealogist or someone who needs to refresh their basic research skills. Each seminar is structured as an individual session. You may attend one or more sessions as your schedule permits.

All the classes are FREE, but you must pre-register (click here). No WALK-INS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

• Part 1 : Getting Started
  Date: February 20, 12:30-4:30 pm
  Registration: ***CLOSED-FULL***
  Learn the basics of starting your genealogy research. This class will help you discover what documents you have, what documents you need and what to do with the information you found. You will learn what is available from vital records, as well as other kinds of records. We will also explain the Family Groups Sheets and Pedigree Charts and show you how to get started in filling them out. We will also give you an introduction into sourcing your information.


• Part 2 : Organization & Choosing Genealogical Software
  Date: March 14, 12:30-4:30 pm
  Registration: ***CLOSED-FULL***
  What is documentation? This class will explain what a "source" is and how to document it. We will also explore the organization of your genealogy materials. View how seasoned genealogists organize their materials. We will also review some of the different genealogy reports to help you analyze your findings. Looking for a Genealogy Program for your computer? You will learn what to look for when choosing a computer program.


• Part 3: Census Records/Internet
  Date: April 20, 12:30-4:30 pm
  Registration Closes: ***CLOSED-FULL***
  Learn the importance of using the U.S. Census to follow your ancestors. This session will take you through the U.S. census from 1790 through 1940. Learn what to do with the information and how to follow the clues about your ancestors. The session will also explore the different Genealogy websites, such as Rootsweb, Ancestry and Family Search. We will explain the different types of information available, free and paid, and how to evaluate its accuracy.


• Part 1 : Getting Started
  Date: May 7, 12:30-4:30 pm
  Registration Closes: May 1
  Learn the basics of starting your genealogy research. This class will help you discover what documents you have, what documents you need and what to do with the information you found. You will learn what is available from vital records, as well as other kinds of records. We will also explain the Family Groups Sheets and Pedigree Charts and show you how to get started in filling them out. We will also give you an introduction into sourcing your information.

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