Showing posts with label Craig R. Scott. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Craig R. Scott. Show all posts

16 April 2018

Mondays' Meet The Speakers – Jamboree 2018

Maureen Taylor, MA



Maureen Taylor is an internationally known photo identification expert and a genealogist. Find her on social media @photodetective. She has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, The Today Show and is a guest on Extreme Genes.

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Ross Curtis, PhD

AncestryDNA

Ross Curtis joined the AncestryDNA team in January of 2012. He is a computational biologist specializing in genetics and visual analytics and loves applying his expertise to family history and genealogy. He has used DNA to solve many of his own genealogy questions and enjoys being on the AncestryDNA science team to help improve the overall experience to help others do the same.

Presentations:




Craig R Scott, CG℠, FUGA

Heritage Books, Inc.

Craig R. Scott, MA, CG℠, FUGA is the President and CEO of Heritage Books, Inc., a genealogical publishing firm with over 6,500 titles in print. A professional genealogical and historical researcher for more than thirty years, he specializes in problem solving, publishing and the records of the National Archives, especially those that relate to the military. He was a faculty member and coordinator at IGHR and SLIG for many years.

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Debra Smith Renard

Eureka! Genealogy

Debra Renard is a researcher and lecturer at the regional and national levels and is the founder of Eureka! Genealogy. She specializes in genetic genealogy, being a leader of the Louisville DNA SIG. Renard is a board member of the Louisville Genealogical Society, and Treasurer of the KY Chapter of APG. She is also a staff genealogist for the Nat. Society Sons of the American Revolution. Debra is especially passionate about helping those with unknown birth family find their roots.
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Southern California Genealogical Society
49th Annual Southern California Genealogy Jamboree
#Jamboree2018
#SCGS2018@scgsgenealogy

28 March 2018

Your 2018 Jamboree Updates!

All You Need to Know About Jamboree in One Blog!


What to Wear


Our New  T-Shirts!




Where to Stay


Los Angeles Marriott Burbank Airport Hotel!

The Marriott is a great conference partner offering a renovated Conference Center with Exhibit Hall, updated hotel rooms, generous on-site parking and two restaurants on property - all in a truly walkable venue.

IMPORTANT: ROOM RESERVATIONS IN THE SCGS CONFERENCE BLOCK
Special conference rates for the SCGS room block:
Standard Room: $174
Concierge Room: $191
Options are Single (1 King bed) or Double (2 Queen beds)
Although we have expanded the conference room block, we still may experience an early sell-out.  Please reserve early.




What to Eat


Jamboree 2018 Breakfasts and Banquets, 
One Meal is Already 80% Full!

Thursday Banquet, May 31, 2018, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM

Friday Breakfast, June 1, 2018, 7:00 AM – 8:15 AM

Friday Banquet, June 1, 2018, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM

Saturday Breakfast, June 2, 2018, 7:00 AM – 8:15 AM





What to Order


Order Your Printed Syllabi and Additional Flash Drives!





What is selling out


One Workshop is Already Full! Now is the Time to Order or Register Your Name on the Waitlist!





Watch your deadlines


Jamboree's Early Bird Registration Discounts End on April 14th...
Just Over Two-Weeks Away!



And Now You Are Ready For 
Jamboree 2018!


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

23 March 2018

FREE Webinar from SCGS: Wednesday, April 18, 2018



FREE WEBINAR from SCGS

Wednesday, April 18, 2018, 6:00 PM PDT

Craig R. Scott, MA, CG©, FUGA, presents:
Finding Females: Maiden Name Not Known

Join Us! 
 https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6379278890738644481


ABOUT THE PRESENTATION

Research is not complete without a maiden name. Usually a difficult problem if not immediately obvious. Learn how to deal with the problem. 

ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Craig R. Scott, MA, CG℠, FUGA is the President and CEO of Heritage Books, Inc., a genealogical publishing firm with over 6,500 titles in print. A professional genealogical and historical researcher for more than thirty years, he specializes in problem solving, publishing and the records of the National Archives, especially those that relate to the military. He was a faculty member and coordinator at IGHR and SLIG for many years.


HANDOUT
A handout will be available shortly before the presentation. A link will be included in a reminder that will be sent the day before the session.






ABOUT THE SCGS
JAMBOREE EXTENSION SERIES WEBINARS
A goal of the Southern California Genealogical Society is to offer educational opportunities to genealogists and family history enthusiasts everywhere. The Jamboree Extension Webinar Series helps delivers those opportunities.

COST
The initial webcast of each session is offered to the public free of charge. 

Webinars are archived and available only to SCGS members as a benefit of membership in the society. The webinar archive can be found at http://www.scgsgenealogy.com/webinar/archive-index.html.

UPCOMING WEBINARS
The list of upcoming webinars can be found at http://scgsgenealogy.com/webinar/jes-index.html.

JOIN SCGS TODAY
Learn about all the SCGS member benefits at http://www.scgsgenealogy.com/about/benefit-memb.html.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

View System Requirements

Please direct any questions to the SCGS Webinar Committee at Webinar@scgsgenealogy.com.

07 March 2018

Jamboree 2018 Breakfasts and Banquets

Join Us For a Meal at Jamboree 2018!


Thursday Banquet, May 31, 2018, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM


Diahan Southard



Menu
Salad: Spring greens, toasted pistachios, blue cheese, strawberries and your choice of balsamic vinaigrette or classic ranch dressing
Main: Herb roasted chicken breast in a lemon beurre blanc sauce, creamy polenta, and seasonal summer squash
Vegetarian/Vegan Option: Saffron wild mushroom risotto with grilled lemon asparagus Dessert: Venetian cherry chocolate cake with candied hazelnuts






Friday Breakfast, June 1, 2018, 7:00 AM – 8:15 AM


Thomas MacEntee







Menu
Buffet including scrambled eggs, bacon and sausage, country fried potatoes, assorted breads and pastries, fresh fruit, orange juice, coffee and tea








Friday Banquet, June 1, 2018, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM


Craig R Scott, CG®, FUGA



A Night at the Archives: My Life in the National Archives

Menu
Salad: Classic Caesar salad with chopped romaine lettuce, parmesan cheese, garlic herb croutons and your choice of caesar or balsamic dressing
Main: Six-hour braised boneless short rib with natural aus jus, buttermilk mashed potatoes, roasted coriander and honey baby carrots
Vegetarian Option: Balsamic braised portabella mushrooms, Anson Mills Grits, lemon soaked buratta cheese drizzled with saba
Dessert: Classic cheesecake with strawberries




Saturday Breakfast, June 2, 2018, 7:00 AM – 8:15 AM


Mike Provard




Menu
Buffet including scrambled eggs, bacon and sausage, country fried potatoes, assorted breads and pastries, fresh fruit, orange juice, coffee and tea










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