Jamboree: Session Recordings Now Available

We just heard from JAMB-Inc., our partners who did the audio recording at Jamboree.  The audio CDs are now available for purchase from their website, http://jamb-inc.com.

Happy shopping!

JamboFREE: Volunteer for Genealogy World

“Genealogy World” is a terrific opportunity to network and have fun doing it.  It serves as an ice-breaker for newcomers and old-hand attendees alike. 

It gives you a chance to interact with others who are researching the same area or who are interested in a particular research methodology.  And best of all, it's JamboFREE.

Groups will meet in round-table discussions to share experiences, suggest search strategies, and answer questions about researching ancestors across the globe.

There will be two sessions on Friday morning, June 11, 2010. The first session runs 9:00 a.m. to 10:15, and the second session runs from 10:45 a.m. to 12:00 noon.

We are seeking table hosts who will be tasked with keeping the conversation going. Participants can look forward to a spirited, valuable exchange of information. Groups will also discuss genealogy methodologies and topics of special interest to genealogical societies.  Table hosts do not need to be experts with all the answers.  They just need to be interested in the topic and good at keeping the conversation rolling.

Some examples of the topics are:

• adoption search and reunion
• a "show and tell" session to demonstrate how to display your family history.  It could be a quilt, an illustrated chart, or even a quilt or other handicraft.

Ethnic, international, and state/regional US:

• German
• Irish
• French-Canadian
• Jewish
• Canadian
• Scottish
• Etc., etc., etc.  
• Southern US states
• Civil War records

Society topics, hosted by members of the California State Genealogical Alliance and others, including:

• Energize Your Society...Increase Membership and Volunteerism
• Society Newsletters:  Who, What, When, Where, Why
• Planning Great Society Program and Events

Lin LaRochelle, who has done such a great job of organizing the "Small Small World" event the past two years, will be overseeing this year's event. If you would be willing to host a discussion group, please let her know the topic/geography/ethnicity you feel most comfortable with, and which session (earlier, later session, or both sessions) you would like to host.

Lin LaRochelle, mefinley@earthlink.net, or drop a note to jamboree@scgsgenealogy.com and we'll get it to Lin.

Thank you!

FREE Librarians' Genealogy Boot Camp in Burbank

The Southern California Genealogical Society is pleased to announce a free three-hour educational opportunity for librarians who assist genealogy and family history patrons.

Offered in conjunction with the Society’s annual Genealogy Jamboree in Burbank, California, the Librarians’ Genealogy Boot Camp will be conducted by two of genealogy’s most popular speakers:

• George G. Morgan is an internationally recognized genealogist and author of eight books, several online columns, and hundreds of articles for genealogical publications. As president of Aha! Seminars, Inc., George conducts seminars for libraries and genealogists. George is a director of two genealogical societies and co-host of “The Genealogy Guys Podcast.”

• Drew Smith, MLS, a University of South Florida librarian, is co-host of the Genealogy Guys Podcast, author of the book Social Networking for Genealogists, and a columnist for Digital Genealogist magazine. Drew is a Director of the Federation of Genealogical Societies and President of the Florida Genealogical Society (Tampa).

Session 1 - Using the HeritageQuest® Databases (Morgan). The HeritageQuest Online databases by ProQuest undoubtedly contain some of the richest American genealogical materials. Many libraries provide remote access to library cardholders to this collection. Learn how to unlock the power and content of this great resource.

Session 2 - How to Help Your Patrons Find the Book with Their Family in It (Smith). Show your patrons how to do an exhaustive search for books and other published materials about their families that will help them begin their research.

Friday, June 11, 2010
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Hollywood Room – first floor, main hotel
Los Angeles Marriott Burbank Hotel
2500 Hollywood Way
Burbank, CA 91504

The Librarians' Genealogy Boot Camp is free. Attendance is limited to 100 participants and advance registration is required.

Registration details and further information can be found at www.scgsgenealogy.com. Look for the “Librarians’ Boot Camp” listing under the SCGS Events and Programs. While you’re there, check out all of the great sessions to be offered at Jamboree.

Please feel free to share this announcement with your colleagues.

Paula Hinkel
Co-Chair, Genealogy Jamboree
Southern California Genealogical Society
417 Irving Drive
Burbank, CA 91504
818.843.7247
jamboree@scgsgenealogy.com

Jamboree 2010 Exhibitors

Just look at the list of societies, information providers and commercial companies that will stake a claim on the exhibit floor at Jamboree. For more information on each exhibitor, including their web pages and contact information, check out the Jamboree website at the Jamboree website at www.scgsgenealogy.com

Ancestry.com
Antelope Valley Genealogical Society
Arcalife.com
Arphax Publishing Company
Bridge to Yesterday
British Isles Family History Society - USA
Bureau of Land Management
California African American Genealogical Society
California Genealogical Society
California State Genealogical Alliance
Carlberg Press
Colonial Dames of the 17th Century
Creative Continuum
Creative Memories
Criminal Research Press - Ron Arons
DAR, Martin Severance Chapter
Delphic Press
EasyNetSites.com
FamilyBuilder
Family Roots
Family Tree DNA
FamilySearch
Family Tree Magazine
Family Tree Maker
Federation of Genealogical Societies
French-Canadian Heritage Society of California
Footnote.com
Genealogical Institute - Arlene Eakle, Ph.D, FUGA
Genealogical Society of Hispanic America – SoCal Chapter
Genealogy Gems Podcast
Geneartology
Generation Maps
Genlighten.com
Heritage Makers
John T. Humphrey, CG - Pennsylvania Genealogy Books
Immigrant Genealogical Society
ISOGG
JAMB Recordings
Legacy Family Tree
Light Impressions
Los Californianos
MyHeritage.com
Moorshead Magazines Ltd.
National Institute for Genealogical Studies
New England Historic Genealogical Society
Photos Made Perfect
RootsMagic
Salt Lake Plaza Hotel
San Diego Genealogical Society
San Fernando Valley Genealogical Society
Santa Barbara County Genealogical Society
Seaside Highland Games
Southern California Chapter – Association of Professional Genealogists
Southern California Genealogical Society
SCGS Book Nook - Authors and book signings
SCGS Tech Zone
SCGS Research Team
Maureen Taylor
Uncle Ronnie's Pens

Get Your Jamboree Program!

Be sure to get a 2010 #Genealogy Jamboree brochure mailed to you – give us your name and address at http://tinyurl.com/yfqr22f

Your information will be used only to get in touch with you regarding Jamboree. We will never sell or divulge your contact information.

Your address should be in our database if you attended Jamboree in 2009 or if you are an SCGS member. If you've moved since last June, please provide your updated snail mail address.

#SCGS10

View the New Jamboree Video!

How many people can you recognize in this video footage that was shot at the 2009 Southern California Genealogy Jamboree? We're getting all ramped up for 2010 and this is a great way to start ... by looking at all the excitement and fun of last year's event. What do you think?