Sacramento California FamilySearch Center/Classes

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= General Information =  Please select your class of interest by clicking on the following registration link for that class. You can also search for classes by selecting Classes by Topic or reviewing the Calendar of future classes.  Unless otherwise noted, the same training class will be offered in the morning at 11:00am and again at 6:30pm. On a rare occasion, our class times and dates may change. You need to register for any session that you want attend.  We will continue to offer classes online using Zoom technology. Zoom is an online communication tool that allows us to provide classes for you wherever you are in the world. An account is not required to use this service. For help with Zoom, select one of the following links:  After registering for the class, you will receive a zoom confirmation email with a link to join the class. On the day of the registered class, please click on the zoom link and be ready 5 minutes before your scheduled class. Also, please meet any requested prerequisites.  If you have any questions or would like to suggest a class, please contact the Library using our Contact Us link. Top of Page
 * 1) How do I join a meeting?
 * 2) Download the App
 * 3) Technology requirements for Mobile Devices/Tablets, Windows/Mac
 * 4) How to Use Zoom

= Monthly Consultant Connect Series = Each month, we will provide consulting classes to help you create learning experiences for other individuals who are interested in their family story. We encourage you to participate in our Consultant Connect Series to deepen your skills.

Stories Make Our Ancestors Come Alive
Instructor: Maren Kurzer Everyone has a story. Have you found yourself fascinated with ancestor stories, either told from a relative or one you read in a journal? Let’s explore together how to captivate your own story and those of your ancestors.

January 5, 11:00 AM Zoom Registration January 5, 6:30 PM Zoom Registration

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= Upcoming Classes = We will also cover items to deepen your family history talents. We encourage you to take these courses to expand skills into different areas.

"Read All About It!" Newspaper Research
Instructor: James Markham Learn how to find information in newspapers to add interest to the ancestors in your family tree. What websites have the best information, where to look in newspapers and much more. Class Handout December 14, 11:00 AM Zoom Registration December 14, 6:30 PM Zoom Registration

Overcoming the Most Common DNA Problems
Instructor: Jim Baker This class deals with the most common DNA analysis problems: not finding any matches for certain family branches; not getting much help from Ancestry; having many matches with only partial tree postings or no posted data; or being adopted. Case studies will suggest effective workarounds.

January 11, 11:00 AM Zoom Registration January 11, 6:30 PM Zoom Registration

Attaching Sources within FamilySearch
Instructor: Stacey Welch Be fearless: You cannot break FamilySearch! Learn to attach pictures, documents, and websites to your family tree with confidence. You too can use the internet like a youngster! Bonus: We will also discuss using the Memories app. Class Handout January 13, 11:00 AM Zoom Registration January 13, 6:30 PM Zoom Registration

Thinking Outside the Box - Connecting with Family
Instructor: Lynette Bates You've got the results of your DNA test. Now what? This class will help you determine the most practical steps to take to connect with living cousins. Lynette will show you, with examples, various ways to reach out, make connections and share family history to help build your family tree. Don't miss this chance to learn from a master family detective!

January 18, 11:00 AM Zoom Registration January 18, 6:30 PM Zoom Registration

Using the Helper Resource Page in FamilySearch
Instructor: Allan Bosch Learn how to make the most of all the resources FamilySearch has created for Temple and Family History Consultants. We will show you how to use the Helper Button to view a patrons family tree. How to learn what is new on FamilySearch.org and ways to motivate members to engage in family history work.

January 25, 11:00 AM Zoom Registration January 25, 6:30 PM Zoom Registration Top of Page

= Upcoming Youth Oriented Classes =

Youth Mobile Training
Instructor: George Myers  Learn how to use your mobile devices to do family history in 5 minutes. This class is great for youth, youth leaders and anyone who has a busy schedule. January 27, 11:00 AM Zoom Registration January 27, 6:30 PM Zoom Registration February, 24, 11:00 AM Zoom Registration February, 24, 6:30 PM Zoom Registration Top of Page

= Próximas Clases en Español / Upcoming Spanish Classes = Empezamos un programa de FamilySearch "To Go". El programa de "To Go" nos permite traerles las clases de historia familiar. Nuestras clases incluyen:


 * Historia Familiar para Principiantes
 * Historia Familiar en 5 Minutos
 * Archivar las Memorias de su Familia

Por favor, conéctese con nuestra biblioteca si tienen un groupo hispano que apreciaría un evento de historia familiar. 916-487-2090 [mailto:sacramento_familysearch_library@familysearch.org sacramento_familysearch_library@familysearch.org] [English] We have started a FamilySearch “To Go” program. The To Go program allows us to bring Family History courses to you. Our classes include:
 * Beginning Family History
 * Family History in 5 Minutes
 * Saving Your Family Memories

Please contact our Library if you have a Spanish group who would appreciate a family history event. Top of Page

= Links to Online Classes at Other Centers = Family History Library Webinars Archived Classes in the Learning Center (FHL) BYU Webinars Los Angeles FamilySearch Library St. George FamilySearch Center Ogden FamilySearch Center Layton FamilySearch Center Riverton FamilySearch Library Lehi FamilySearch Center Top of Page