Showing posts with label #Jamboree2018. Show all posts
Showing posts with label #Jamboree2018. Show all posts

01 August 2018

Jamboree 2018 Live Streaming is CLOSED



Live Streaming


 Is Closed

We hope you enjoyed!


Southern California Genealogical Society
49th Annual Southern California Genealogy Jamboree
Socialmedia@scgsgenealogy.com

09 July 2018

Jamboree 2018 Streamed Video Viewing Deadline is July 31st

3 weeks left to view!
Don't miss out! Jamboree 2018 and Genetic Genealogy 
streamed videos available through July 31st


- Six presentations to choose from
- Register for one for $20
- Register for the series of six for $99
- Watch anytime through 11:59 PM on July 31, 2018
- Handouts available to registrants for download and printing 

Access to Live Streaming sessions is provided for use by individuals only. Sharing content with others is not permitted and conflicts with copyright provisions held by presenters and the SCGS.



- Twelve presentations
- Register for the series and watch as many as you want
- $10 for SCGS members
- $55 for non-members (Or join SCGS first and $ave - see below)
- Watch anytime through 11:59 PM on July 31, 2018
- Handouts available to registrants for download and printing

*Payment is made by credit card or debit card via PayPal on the Subscription and Viewing Portal. 

Members, log in to your SCGS account for your discount.





06 June 2018

Thank You From Jamboree 2018


The Jamboree Committee would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to Family History Writers Conference, the Genetic Genealogy, and Jamboree 2018 conferences.

Thank you, Attendees! 
You are what makes the conference both exceptional and memorable. Without you, there wouldn't be a Jamboree. Whether you came from near or far, were with us in person or via the wonders of technology, Thank You!

Thank you, Speakers! 
For generously sharing your knowledge, research experiences and tips, your time and your sense of humor. You continuously lead by example and inspire genealogists of all experience levels to learn more, expand our vision of what family history research is and should be, all the while reminding us to be open to all possibilities in life and in research. Speakers, Thank You!

Thank you, Exhibitors!
For showcasing the products and services that make research so rewarding, for preserving records and making them accessible online, and for the books that we just can't give up even in the digital age. For the societies that give us opportunities to learn, share and meet others who share our passion for family history. Exhibitors, Thank You!

Thank you, Sponsors!
For their generous support of Jamboree. We are very grateful for the support of all of our sponsors: Ancestry, MyHeritage, Family Tree Maker, Living DNA, FamilyTree DNA, FamilySearch, Photos, Movies and More, 23andMe, Family Tree Magazine, Salt Lake Plaza Hotel, Family ChartMasters, Lisa Louise Cooke's Genealogy Gems, Your Genealogy Today & Internet Genealogy Magazines (Moorshead Magazines). To all sponsors, Thank You!

Jamboree extends special thanks to Ancestry, who shared the cost of the live streaming that has been viewed around the world and Living DNA generously sponsored the Jamboree App. 

Finally, and most importantly, Thank you to all the Jamboree Volunteers!
It takes hundreds and hundreds of hours of volunteer time to produce Jamboree each year. Some volunteers work year-round to plan the events, coordinate with speakers, line up the exhibitors and sponsors, coordinate contracts, create graphic art masterpieces, update the Jamboree website, produce the syllabus, and so much more. Others work an hour or two before or at the conference. Every hour magically contributes to making Jamboree special for everyone. 


Sincerely,
The SCGS Board of Directors & the 2018 Jamboree Committee


Southern California Genealogical Society
49th Annual Southern California Genealogy Jamboree
#Jamboree2018, #SCGS2018@scgsgenealogy

05 June 2018

Miss the Conference? Streamed Video Available Through July 31, 2018


Don't miss out! 
Jamboree and Genetic Genealogy streamed videos 
available to view until 11:59pm July 31st!


- Six presentations to choose from
- Register for one for $20
- Register for the series of six for $99
- Watch anytime through 11:59 PM on July 31, 2018
- Handouts available to registrants for download and printing 

Access to Live Streaming sessions is provided for use by individuals only.  Sharing content with others is not permitted and conflicts with copyright provisions held by presenters and the SCGS.



- Twelve presentations
- Register for the series and watch as many as you want
- $10 for SCGS members
- $55 for non-members (Or join SCGS first and $ave - see below)
- Watch anytime through 11:59 PM on July 31, 2018
- Handouts available to registrants for download and printing

Payment is made by credit card or debit card via PayPal on the Subscription and Viewing Portal. 

Members, log in to your SCGS account for your discount.



*What happened to free Live Streaming at Jamboree?

Ancestry.com has generously underwritten the Jamboree Live Streaming program for several years and is doing so again this year. The SCGS is very appreciative of Ancestry’s support of our conferences. Unfortunately, ever-increasing costs have caught up to us and prevent us from offering this event at no charge. The Jamboree Committee has kept fees as low as possible. For members, the fee is $10 for 12 classes. That’s just 83 cents per class! For non-members, the fee is $55 for the 12 classes or just $4.58 per class. Compared to other conferences, SCGS Live Stream offerings remain a bargain! 



Miss the Conference? Streamed Video Available Through July 31st!


Don't miss out! 
Jamboree and Genetic Genealogy streamed videos 
available to view until 11:59pm July 31st!


- Six presentations to choose from
- Register for one for $20
- Register for the series of six for $99
- Watch anytime through 11:59 PM on July 31, 2018
- Handouts available to registrants for download and printing 

Access to Live Streaming sessions is provided for use by individuals only.  Sharing content with others is not permitted and conflicts with copyright provisions held by presenters and the SCGS.



- Twelve presentations
- Register for the series and watch as many as you want
- $10 for SCGS members
- $55 for non-members (Or join SCGS first and $ave - see below)
- Watch anytime through 11:59 PM on July 31, 2018
- Handouts available to registrants for download and printing

Payment is made by credit card or debit card via PayPal on the Subscription and Viewing Portal. 

Members, log in to your SCGS account for your discount.



*What happened to free Live Streaming at Jamboree?

Ancestry.com has generously underwritten the Jamboree Live Streaming program for several years and is doing so again this year. The SCGS is very appreciative of Ancestry’s support of our conferences. Unfortunately, ever-increasing costs have caught up to us and prevent us from offering this event at no charge. The Jamboree Committee has kept fees as low as possible. For members, the fee is $10 for 12 classes. That’s just 83 cents per class! For non-members, the fee is $55 for the 12 classes or just $4.58 per class. Compared to other conferences, SCGS Live Stream offerings remain a bargain! 



29 May 2018

Conference Registration and Attendee Check-In Hours



Advance Registration Check-In 
and 
Open Registration Hours


Wednesday, May 30th
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM  Conference Pre-Registration Check-In
Location: Convention Center Lobby        

Thursday, May 31st
7:00 AM to 11:00 AM  Conference Pre-Registration Check-In
7:00 AM to   2:00 PM  Walk-in Registration
5:00 PM to   7:00 PM  Jamboree Pre-Registration Check-In 
Location: Convention Center Lobby

Friday, June 1st
7:00 AM to 11:00 AM  Jamboree/Workshop Pre-Registration Check-In
7:00 AM to   2:00 PM  Walk-in and Workshop Registration
Location: Convention Center Lobby

Saturday, June 2nd

7:00 AM to 11:00 AM  Jamboree Pre-Registration Check-In 
Location: Convention Center Lobby

Southern California Genealogical Society
49th Annual Southern California Genealogy Jamboree
#Jamboree2018, #SCGS2018@scgsgenealogy

28 May 2018

The 2018 Blue and Pink Sheets Are Here!


It's almost showtime!

The conference guides, aka the BLUE and PINK SHEETS, are ready for download online.

Click here to download the Blue Sheets for Genetic Genealogy, Family History Writers Conference and JamboFREE on Thursday, May 31.

Click here to download the Pink Sheets for Jamboree, Friday-Saturday, June 1-2.

*** Please check the Jamboree App for the most current information. Changes may have occurred after these were sent to the printer. ***

We will have plenty of copies available at the Marriott. If you just can't wait, feel free to print them out in advance on legal size (8.5x14) paper. If you only have letter size (8.5x11) paper, use Shrink to Fit.

See you soon!

Southern California Genealogical Society
49th Annual Southern California Genealogy Jamboree
www.genealogyjamboree.com
Socialmedia@scgsgenealogy.com
#Jamboree2018, #SCGS2018
@scgsgenealogy

26 May 2018

Helpful Hints for A Great Conference Experience


Helpful Hints and Tips
Jamboree Mobile App
Download for IOS, Android, and all web-enabled smartphones. A one-stop resource for schedules, speakers, exhibitors, many syllabus articles, maps. 

JamboFREE 
Thursday sessions are free to the public as part of the SCGS mission to "...provide instruction in accepted and effective research techniques." 

Pink and Blue Sheets 
The most important tool you will use during the weekend. Legal-sized pink (Jamboree) or blue (Genetic Genealogy and Family History) sheets give you the full conference schedule, information on parking, scanning, book signings, food and a map of the Marriott.

Syllabus
All paid registered attendees receive a free digital syllabus that includes all three conferences. Printed copies are available for purchase while quantities last. Syllabus handouts are available on the Jamboree App when authorized by the speaker. Copyright laws apply.

Bag Inserts -  Don’t throw away those Show Specials!
We’ve asked every Exhibitor to offer you a show special that beats anything you can get on the internet.  Many have put their show specials on their conference bag flyers. So, don’t just chuck those papers in the nearest bin!  Take a moment to see who has the special you’ve been waiting for … maybe one you haven’t thought of yet!

Get Social!  
  • Social Media - Join the fun on Twitter using #Jamboree2018, or #SCGS2018 @scgsgenealogy, or post to the Jamboree Facebook page. We love Jamboree selfies! 
  • Social Media Lounge in the Exhibit Hall Perfect posting place! Stay tuned for tomorrow's blog post for important details!
  • Network, talk to your neighbors, the speakers, exhibitors, and vendors and say "hi". Don't forget to bring along plenty of business cards to exchange with everyone.

Volunteer
Jamboree volunteers are a special lot. They have devoted time and effort to bring you the best conference possible. Stop by the Volunteer station to join in the fun! If it weren't for the volunteers, there wouldn't be a Jamboree! 

Research Database Tech Zone
Explore some of the most popular paid subscription websites for FREE! Stop by the Tech Research Zone in the Jamboree Research Hallway Friday, June 1st, between 9am - 6pm and Saturday, June 2nd between 9am - 4:30 pm and take a test drive.

Seating Policy 
Seating is on a first-come, first-seated basis. Seats cannot be saved within 3 minutes of the start of a session. Once a session is full to capacity, no one will be allowed to enter (fire marshall rules). 

Be Kind 
Jamboree draws family historians and genealogists, volunteers, speakers, exhibitors from all over. Everyone is trying to have a great conference. Treating one another as we would like to be treated will ensure that we all have a great experience. 

The Jamboree Committee is here for you
If at any time you need assistance, you can always go to the Information desk in the Convention Center or to the registration kiosk for directions, help, or general information

See you at Jamboree!

Southern California Genealogical Society
49th Annual Southern California Genealogy Jamboree
#Jamboree2018, #SCGS2018
@scgsgenealogy

24 May 2018

Have you Registered Yet? Jamboree Roundtables are Free!


JamboFREE

DNA World
and 
Genealogy World

ROUNDTABLES 

Thursday, May 31, 2:00 - 6:00 PM
Los Angeles Marriott Burbank Hotel
2500 Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA

There are multiple opportunities to attend events 
for 
free.



On Thursday, May 31, there are multiple opportunities to attend events for free.

8:30 AM - 12:00  PM
JF001 Genealogy Basics: Tools for Success; Presenter: Barbara Randall
Free! Genealogy Basics begin with a few basic tools and strategies. 
Genealogy can be easy and rewarding!

12:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Exhibit Hall Open
Approximately 80 exhibitors will be displaying the latest products available to assist genealogists in
their search for family.

2:00 PM - 3:00  PM
JF002 Genealogy World Roundtable #1
Free! A unique opportunity to talk to an expert and learn from fellow attendees. 
Twelve ethnic and research tables with a table host and 9 participants; ask questions, 
seek answers and discuss. Topics include such as: African-American; Chinese; DAR and Lineage
Societies; Family History Writing; German; Irish; Italian; Japanese; Jewish; Scandinavian; 
Southern USA; Technology.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
JF003 Genealogy World Roundtable #2
Twelve ethnic and research tables with a table host and 9 participants; ask questions, seek 
answers and discuss. Topics include such as: African-American; Chinese; DAR and Lineage 
Societies; Family History Writing; German; Irish; Italian; Japanese; Jewish; Scandinavian; 
Southern USA; Technology.

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
JF004 DNA World Roundtable
Twelve current topics in DNA; twelve tables with a table host and 9 participants; ask questions, 
seek answers and discuss. Get help on topics such as: Beginning to Intermediate DNA Tools; 
Build Your Pedigree with the Help of Autosomal DNA; DNA Testing with Emphasis on VA and the 
Carolinas (including descendants of slaves and slave owners); Follow your Male Line with Y-DNA
(emphasis on the I Haplogroup); Genetic Genealogy for Beginners; How to order a Test for 
Paternal and Maternal Ancestry; Introduction to Genetic Genealogy for African Americans; 
Introduction to DNA Painter or your Autosomal Tests; Solving Unknown Parentage; Welcome to 
DNA - What Help Do You Need?; Which DNA Test is Best to Meet Your Needs?

It's just one of a number of JamboFREE activities, which means it is open to the public and available to attend at no cost. (We would appreciate your registering in advance so we know how many people to expect.)



Southern California Genealogical Society
49th Annual Southern California Genealogy Jamboree
#Jamboree2018, #SCGS2018@scgsgenealogy.com

23 May 2018

Reminder - Pre-order Audio and Video Recordings from Jamboree and $ave!



As Jamboree's official recording company, Conference Resource will once again provide Jamboree, Family History Writers conference, and Genetic Genealogy conference attendees with high-quality recordings of class sessions. 

Pre-order now and Save 10%! 

As a special offer to Jamboree, Family History Writers conference, and Genetic Genealogy attendees, Conference Resource is offering a discount for pre-ordering one or more audio and/or video recordings. Order now, and either pick up your recordings up at Jamboree or have them shipped to you after the conference.

Here's the link:


You can also purchase recordings from past Jamborees (2011-2017) at the discounted price on their websiteThese recorded sessions will not be available in the SCGS Webinar archive on the SCGS Website. 

**Live - Streamed sessions are not available for purchase from Conference Resource. 

Southern California Genealogical Society
49th Annual Southern California Genealogy Jamboree
#Jamboree2018, #SCGS2018@scgsgenealogy

22 May 2018

It's A Party! Are You Coming to Bag Stuff?



It's the Party That Can't Be Missed!
Come join the fun!

 Jamboree Bags Stuffing, Pizza and Salad... 
and a whole lot of Silliness!

at the 
SCGS Family Research Library, 417 Irving Drive, Burbank Saturday, 
May 26, 2018 

We’ll start at 10:00 am and go until we’re done

Come for an hour. Come for the day.
Bring your friends and family. 
Sitting jobs available!

All Help is Appreciated!
We love our Volunteers!

To RSVP Sign up online or email:
Betty Isabell at Jamboreevolunteer@scgsgenealogy.com
or 
Diane Adamson at volunteer@scgsgenealogy.com

*If you aren't already signed in to your SCGS account, you will be asked to then redirected to the volunteer page. Don't have an account!  Set up a free account with your name, email and phone number.


Bag Inserts – Don’t throw away those Show Specials!

We’ve asked every Exhibitor to offer you a show special that beats anything you can get on the Internet.  Many have put their show specials on their conference bag flyers. So, don’t just chuck those papers in the nearest bin!  Take a moment to see who has the special you’ve been waiting for … maybe one you haven’t thought of yet!



Southern California Genealogical Society
49th Annual Southern California Genealogy Jamboree
#Jamboree2018, #SCGS2018@scgsgenealogy