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Meeting Details: Second Tuesday of each month, October-April (First Tuesday in May)
Time: 1:00-3:00 PM
Location: Activity Center Navajo/Hohokam Rooms
Who Can Attend: Any Sun City resident is welcome!
Stay Informed: Email Christine Takerian, our Membership Chair at scovgcmembership@aol.com to receive advance notices.
Handouts: Speaker materials are typically available one week before each meeting - then you can click on the handout title to view, download, or print
October 14 - Pre-1850 Records: Uncovering Your Early American and European Ancestors
Journey back to America's early days and European origins with expert researcher Ed Storey! Before the 1850 census revolutionized genealogy, our ancestors on both sides of the Atlantic left different types of records that require special detective skills to find and interpret. Learn proven research strategies for navigating colonial and early American documents as well as European parish registers, civil records, and emigration sources. Discover alternative record sources when traditional ones don't exist, and master techniques for piecing together your pre-1850 family puzzle across continents. Ed will share insider tips that will help you push your American and European lines back further than you thought possible.
Ed Storey
Ed Storey
Ed Storey grew up in Rochester, where he worked for General Motors, as an engineer. He also lived in El Paso and Beijing before moving to Colorado with his wife, Nancy, and finally to Arizona. Storey has written regularly for genealogy magazines like Your Genealogy Today and Internet Genealogy. His ancestors seem to have come from England and Germany, with a time in India. Recent presentation topics include finding older records and how to look up records for England and her colonies, such as India or St Helena. He is active in AzGAB, as well as English societies that specialize in India and the county of Norfolk.
November 11 - Unlock Hidden Treasures at Tucson FamilySearch Centers
Discover the wealth of resources waiting for you at the Tucson FamilySearch Centers! Adele Post will reveal lesser-known collections, special databases, and research tools that could be the key to breaking through your most stubborn brick walls. Learn insider tips for maximizing your research visits and accessing materials you never knew existed.
Adele Post
Adele Post
Adele is an administrator at the Tucson FamilySearch Center.
December 9 - Holiday Heritage Celebration
Join us for our annual holiday celebration as we explore the rich cultural tapestry of America! Journey through different regions of the United States as you enjoy hands-on activities that bring history to life, plus indulge in a delicious American Smorgasbord featuring appetizers and desserts representing various regional traditions. Come hungry and ready to learn!
January 13 - Surprises in Vital Records: Hidden Gems You're Missing
Think you know everything vital records can tell you? Think again! David Fryxell will open your eyes to the surprising details hiding in plain sight on birth, death, and marriage certificates. Discover how to extract maximum genealogical gold from these essential documents and learn what clues you might be overlooking in your research.
David Fryxell
David Fryxell
David A. Fryxell is an award-winning author and editor who founded Family Tree Magazine, the nation's leading genealogy publication. He is the author of The Family Tree Guide to Scandinavian Genealogy and has extensive experience in genealogical research and publishing. As a recognized writing expert who penned the Nonfiction column for Writer's Digest for over a decade, he brings both genealogical knowledge and proven instructional skills to help researchers effectively document and share their family history discoveries. His work has been recognized in Who's Who in America for more than 25 years.
February 10 - The Lazy Genealogist: Work Smarter not Harder!
Popular speaker, Amy Urman, returns with game-changing strategies to supercharge your genealogy research! Learn time-saving techniques, productivity hacks, and clever shortcuts that will help you accomplish more in less time. Say goodbye to research overwhelm and hello to efficient, effective family history detective work.
Amy Urman
Amy Urman
Amy Urman is an Arizona licensed private investigator and professional genealogist known for her expertise in forensic genealogy, genealogical research, and asset recovery. She, is a member of the National Genealogy Society, serves in multiple roles with the DAR, and is a frequent speaker at genealogy societies and clubs.
March 10 - Lineage Societies: Your Gateway to Heritage & Resources
Unlock the doors to exclusive genealogical treasures through lineage societies! Karen Janczy will guide you through the world of hereditary organizations like DAR, SAR, Mayflower Society, and many others. Learn about their unique resources, application processes, and how membership can enhance your research while connecting you with fellow descendants who share your heritage.
Karen Janczy
Karen Janczy
Karen is an experienced genealogist with offices in many lineage societies.
April 14 - Solving Genealogical Problems with Timelines
Plotting an individual on a timeline is a valuable tool to help in genealogy research. Because it summarizes a life, the timeline can point out areas of further research, errors and inconsistencies, interconnections between persons, and relationships to historical events. This discussion will demonstrate numerous types of timelines, how they can be created and how they can be used in analysis.
Suzanne Young Brayer
Suzanne Young Brayer
Suzanne is an educator, historical researcher and avid genealogist. She graduated BA and MA in history and education from Arizona State University.
Her fascination with history was a natural segue into the field of family history. She and her father worked together gathering the pieces of their ancestry puzzle. From Mayflower ancestors to Quakers to Revolutionary War patriots to 19th century German immigrants and a few criminals along the way, she, like most of us, represents the “melting pot” of American culture.
She has taught genealogy classes and spoken to numerous groups throughout Arizona and the West. She is a lecturer, teacher and genealogist with over 35 years experience.
May 5 - Brainstorming Bonanza: Crowdsource Your Research Challenges
Bring your most puzzling research roadblocks to this interactive problem-solving session and tap into the collective wisdom of our genealogy community! Share your brick walls, mysterious ancestors, and confusing records while fellow members offer fresh perspectives and creative solutions. Leave with actionable strategies, new research ideas, and a summer action plan that will move your family history forward. It's like having a personal research team at your fingertips!
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