A day to remind us of the efforts of our ancestors and the wisdom of the elders. It is a day on which we appreciate the good works of our ancestors. The U.S. consists of several ethnic groups, many of which are native to other continents. Holidays like Ancestor Appreciation Day helps to remind people […]

Stop by if you need any guidance on your genealogy journey! Our Genealogy Room is located behind the main desk. Our volunteer today is interested in Swedish research.

Join us as we help Santa Barbara County Genealogy Society celebrate the start of Family History Month at their Open House. Exhibit celebrating 25 years at the Sayhun Genealogical Library Santa Barbara Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Exhibit Tours of the Sahyun Genealogical Library Self-guided garden tour Use of computers and subscription sites Community organization […]

Were your ancestors from the Holy Roman Empire (800-1806) or the Confederation of the Rhine (1806-1813) or the German Confederation (1815-1866) or the North German Confederation (1866-1870)? These areas are now known as the German Empire after it was unified in 1871. Come share & learn of the wide range of resources in tracing your […]

Group is open to discussing both traditional documentation and DNA. Please come prepared to ask a question, recommend a resource, show off a research “find,” and so on. Zoom opens about 15 minutes early for informal chat. Contact cafi.cohen@gmail.com for the ZOOM link or to be added to the ZOOM meeting notification list.

Scotland Research We meet the first Thursday of the month at 1pm via Zoom RSVP for ZOOM link to susancox16@gmail.com

Southern California Genealogy Society Jamboree - Cherishing Your Family Inheritance In-Person & Virtual Conference Check out their website!  Registration is now open with Early Bird discount available until Sept 10, 2023.

But join us on the 1st at the SBCG Open House and on the 28th at our Cemetery tour!

Group is open to discussing both traditional documentation and DNA. Please come prepared to ask a question, recommend a resource, show off a research “find,” and so on. Zoom opens about 15 minutes early for informal chat. Contact cafi.cohen@gmail.com for the ZOOM link or to be added to the ZOOM meeting notification list.

The Society publishes a biannual Bulletin, distributed in May and in November. It is our intent to publish reliable genealogical material. We welcome material for publication. Please submit your material to the editor at ttryon@aol.com

Group is open to discussing both traditional documentation and DNA. Please come prepared to ask a question, recommend a resource, show off a research “find,” and so on. Zoom opens about 15 minutes early for informal chat. Contact cafi.cohen@gmail.com for the ZOOM link or to be added to the ZOOM meeting notification list.

This is an opportunity for members to hone their genealogical writing skills. See our Genealogical Writing section in the Special Interest Groups category of our website. We welcome newcomers to share their family histories for review and feedback in a supportive environment. Contact Tim at ttryon@aol.com for more information