Genealogy Society of Vallejo-Benicia / GSVB

Genealogy Society of Vallejo-Benicia / GSVB The purpose of GSVB is to promote interest in genealogical and historical study and research and to conduct projects that contribute to that end.

The Scoop about GSVB...
GSVB is located at 734 Marin St, Vallejo, California. Public always welcome. GSVB meets every month on first Thursdays, usually at 1:00 p.m., sometimes noon. All meeting are virtual on Zoom until further notice. Our research Library is located on the second floor of the Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum, at 734 Marin St, Vallejo. Hours are: 2nd Thursdays, 1:30-3:30 and e

very Tuesday, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Taproot is published monthly and its content is copyrighted but may be copied for educational purposes. Taproot is distributed to members electronically in PDF format to save printing and mailing costs. GSVB Mission & Leadership…
This non-profit Society was created to
~ promote interest in genealogical and
historical study and research
~ preserve and maintain interest in local
history
~ acquire and maintain a library for
genealogical research, local and beyond. Our membership year is from January 1 through December 31. Annual dues are $30 for individuals and $35 for families; dues paid in the last quarter extend through the next year. Lifetime memberships are also available for $300. Only members receive our monthly e-mail newsletter. Genealogy Society of Vallejo-Benicia is a member of:
~ National Genealogical Society
~ Sacramento Regional Genealogical Council
~ California State Genealogical Alliance

07/12/2025

Our Zoom program for Tuesday, July 15th, 2025.


Genealogy Society of Vallejo-Benicia / GSVB
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Solano County Genealogical Society
Livermore Amador Genealogical Society
Mt. Diablo Genealogical Society
California Genealogical Society

07/12/2025

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07/07/2025

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07/02/2025

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07/02/2025

Sharing this Sonoma County Genealogical Society presentation information for those that might be interested in the DNA Doe Project.
Margaret Press is a forensic genealogist and an author of both true crime and mystery novels. She is known for co-founding the DNA Doe Project with Colleen M. Fitzpatrick.
You do not have to be a member of the Sonoma County Genealogical Society to attend:
https://scgsonline.org/event-6244304?CalendarViewType=1&SelectedDate=7/1/2025

07/01/2025

Join us for a free virtual talk exploring the fascinating world of Palestinian American genealogy! Professional genealogist and community historian Reem Awad-Rashmawi will guide us through how to research Palestinian ancestry using records available in the U.S. and abroad, tracing lineages from today back through the British Mandate and Ottoman periods. Register now at https://libraryca.libcal.com/calendar/californiastatelibrary?cid=17752&t=d&d=0000-00-00&cal=17752&inc=0 National Society for Arab & Arab American Genealogy

06/06/2025

Saturday, June 7
The Joys and Challenges of Asian American Research (Speaker Series)
11:00 am
Online Zoom Presentation

The Solano County Genealogical Society will host a virtual Speaker Series presentation on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. The topic is: "The Joys and Challenges of Asian American Research"

Guests are welcome to attend this FREE event. If interested, send an email to the society at scgs@scgsca.org no later than 4:00 p.m. June 6th to request an invitation.

More information on events can be found on the society’s website at www.scgsca.org

06/06/2025

Wednesday, June 11
Online & Offline Genealogy Software (Discussion Group)
10:00 am
Online Zoom Meeting
Join us on June 11 at 10 AM on Zoom for the Solano County Genealogical Society’s monthly Genealogy Discussion Group meeting, where we’ll explore the topic: "Online & Offline Genealogy Software."

Guests are Welcome to attend this FREE event. If interested, send an email to the society at scgs@scgsca.org no later than 4:00 p.m., June 10th to request a Zoom invitation.

We will discuss the benefits and differences between various genealogy programs and platforms, helping you decide which tools best suit your research needs. Topics will include:
Popular Online Platforms: Ancestry, MyHeritage, FamilySearch, and more—exploring their features, pros, and cons.
Offline Software Options: Programs like RootsMagic, Legacy Family Tree, and Family Tree Maker—ideal for organizing and safeguarding your data.
Syncing and Backups: How to efficiently sync online trees with offline programs and ensure your research is safely backed up.
Tips for Choosing the Right Tool: Factors to consider, such as ease of use, collaboration features, and compatibility with other services.
Tech Talk & Tips: Bring your questions and experiences with genealogy software—this is a great opportunity to share insights and learn from fellow researchers.

06/06/2025

Learn to find clues & terms to search for asylum, medical, orphanage, prison records and more with Madeline Yanov, in two parts.

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Vallejo, CA

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1:30pm - 3:15pm

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