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The San Joaquin Genealogical Society serves individuals interested in genealogical research in San Joaquin County. Located in the northern end of the California's vast Central Valley, San Joaquin County possesses a rich history. We also provide genealogical training, research, collaboration, and resources for our members and local residents who are researching their roots locally, as well as across the U.S. and around the world.
SOME OF THE WAYS WE SUPPORT YOUR GENEALOGICAL RESEARCH
Membership Meetings
Membership Meetings are held on Zoom or in person from January through May and September through November on the third Thursday of the month. Meetings feature an informative presentation by a guest speaker on a specific aspect of genealogy research. Guests from the community interested in learning about SJGS are welcome to attend. CLICK HERE
Special Interest Groups
Members who are interested in specific aspects of research may form a special interest group to collaborate and support each other in their research. We currently I have four active special interest groups (SIGs): The United States SIG, DNA SIG, British Isles SIG, and Genealogy Writers SIG. SIGs meet monthly. CLICK HERE
Coffee & Conversation
Each month members gather together over coffee to get to know each other, talk about what they're researching, ask questions, and share ideas and tips. CLICK HERE
Research Help
SJGS volunteers are available to assist your at the Stockton Library in Stockton twice monthly. In addition you can make a request for assistance with a specific research question or order an obituary for a small fee. CLICK HERE
Genealogy Resources
A host of research resources are available on our website, including some additional resources available to members only. Examples include San Joaquin first families, Cemetery information, Links to helpful genealogy websites and repositories, local historical resources written, collected and transcribed by SJGS members, and much more. CLICK HERE
Monthly Newsletter
We publish a monthly member newsletter from January through June and September through November. Each issue contains genealogical news, resources, hints, queries and a calendar of upcoming events and activities. The entire archive of the society's current and past newsletters also are available in the members only section of the website. CLICK HERE
Follow us on Facebook!
Join our official "San Joaquin Genealogical Society" Facebook group to connect with others researching their ancestors in San Joaquin County and get tips and updates. Share historical photos and genealogy-related information or ask questions of our online community. CLICK HERE
Note: Our Facebook group is a public outreach open to anyone interested in local history and genealogy and does not include membership in the San Joaquin Genealogical Society or access to the many member benefits you receive as a paid member of the society.
Upcoming SJGS Events
October General Membership Meeting
FamilySearch Center of Stockton, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 800 Brookside Rd. Stockton
All members are welcome to participate in our monthly membership meeting. at the Stockton FamilySearch Center. Sandra Maier, President of Root Cellar, will present on the Family Tree Maker genealogy software.
Sacramento Archives Crawl
Center for Sacramento History, 551 Sequoia Pacific Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95811
In celebration of National Archives Month, archives and special collections libraries from throughout the Sacramento region open their doors to the public and showcase their rarely seen holdings at this free event.
Coffee and Conversation
Imperial Mobile Home Park Clubhouse, 8500 West Lane, Stockton, CA
Local SJGS members get together in person to talk about their latest discoveries and, well, even chat about life in general over a cup of your favorite morning beverage. Join us for our next “Coffee and Conversation” meeting.
