Sacramento California FamilySearch Center/Classes

 

= General Information =  Info: 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 7:00pm. On a rare occasion, our class times and dates may change before or after posted. 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 =  Info: 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.

Connect - Stories Make Our Ancestors Come Alive
Everyone has a story. Can you help others capture their family stories? These stories can be written by themselves or told from a relative. They can also be found in a journal or newspaper. Let’s explore how to help others record their family members memories.

Upcoming Dates 
 * Wednesday, November 2, 11:00 AM - Click here to register
 * Wednesday, November 2, 7:00 PM - Click here to register

Connect - How to introduce FamilySearch

Are you helping others start their family history? This class will help you teach them where to start, or restart, in FamilySearch. Additionally, the class will help them feel more confident about what they learn and how to contribute to their ancestors' memories.

Class Handouts Class Handout

Upcoming Dates
 * Wednesday, January 4, 11:00 AM - Registration link is pending
 * Wednesday, January 4, 7:00 PM - Registration link is pending



Connect - Family Trees on FamilySearch

In this course, we will learn an appropriate way to build, discover different pedigree views and correct any mistakes in your tree. This foundational course will teach how you and your patrons can collaboratively build a family tree.

Class Handouts Class Handout

Upcoming Dates
 * Wednesday, February 1, 11:00 AM - Registration link is pending
 * Wednesday, February 1, 7:00 PM - Registration link is pending



Connect - Stories Make Our Ancestors Come Alive

Everyone has a story. Can you help others capture their family stories? These stories can be written by themselves or told from a relative. They can also be found in a journal or newspaper. Let’s explore how to help others record their family members memories.

Upcoming Dates


 * Wednesday, November 2, 11:00 AM - Click here to register
 * Wednesday, November 2, 7:00 PM - Click here to register





Connect - FamilySearch.org Research Strategies

Family history research is the process of searching for new family records. Can you help others find information about their relatives? They can use those records to link family members and add more information. This class describes different approaches for conducting family history research that will help strengthen or extend their family trees. Class Handout 1 Class Handout 2

Upcoming Dates


 * Wednesday, December 7, 11:00 AM - Click here to register
 * Wednesday, December 7, 7:00 PM - Click here to register



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= Upcoming Classes = 

Family History Software
Instructor: Chuck Athey Find out why and when to use Family History software on your computer in addition to using an internet service like FamilySearch or Ancestry. Review the offerings and why to choose one over another. Class Handout Thursday, September 29, 11:00 AM Zoom Registration Thursday, September 29, 7:00 PM Zoom Registration

Tips and Tricks to Find Elusive Records on FamilySearch.org
Instructor: Allan Bosch This class will be a practical examination of FamilySearch resources beyond point and click. How to dig into the digitized records that have not yet been indexed on FamilySearch. Class Handout Tuesday, October 11, 11:00 AM Zoom Registration Tuesday, October 11, 7:00 PM Zoom Registration

FamilySearch Catalog Workshop
Instructor: Mary Sayles Not all records are indexed and searchable by name on FamilySearch.org. Learn how to find those unindexed records on FamilySearch.org using the amazing FamilySearch Catalog. In this evening session learn about the catalog the first hour and then join Mary practice using the Catalog for the next 1/2 hour. Please have example of PLACES you are researching or need help with to share in the workshop. Class Handout Thursday, October 13, 1:00-2:30 PM Zoom Registration

Power House - MyHeritage
Instructor: Don Allen You might be surprised how AMAZING MyHeritage has become! Learn the basics, and a little extra, of using MyHeritage to fill out your family tree. You will definitely want to use MyHeritage after taking this class.

Tuesday, October 18, 11:00 AM Zoom Registration Tuesday, October 18, 7:00 PM Zoom Registration

Go Mobile! - Connect - FamilySearch.org Research Strategies
Instructor: George Myers Help your friends capture family history with their mobile devices. This class is great for youth, youth leaders, and anyone who has a busy schedule. Family history research is the process of searching for new family records. Can you help others find information about their relatives using their mobile devices? They can use those records to link family members and add more information. This class describes different mobile approaches for conducting family history research that will help strengthen or extend their family trees. Class Handout Thursday, October 20, 11:00 AM Zoom Registration Thursday, October 20, 7:00 PM Zoom Registration

Thinking Outside of the Box - Connecting with Family
Instructor: Lynnette 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! This class gives you various ways, with examples, 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 detective. Class Handout Tuesday, October 25, 11:00 AM Zoom Registration Tuesday, October 25, 7:00 PM Zoom Registration

Useful Equipment at the Sacramento FamilySearch Library
Instructor: Chuck Athey The Sacramento FamilySearch Library has a variety of equipment for you to use to scan and convert photos, slides, negatives, and documents. This course will provide an overview of the equipment and ideal tips to use them.

Thursday, November 10, 11:00 AM Zoom Registration Thursday, November 10, 7:00 PM Zoom Registration

Go Mobile! - Connect - How to introduce Family Tree
Instructor: George Myers Help others start their tree with Family Tree (mobile). This class is great for youth, youth leaders, and anyone who has a busy schedule.

Are you helping others start their family history? This class will help you teach them where to start, or restart, in Family Tree using their mobile device. Additionally, the class will help them feel more confident about what they learn and how to contribute to their ancestors' memories. Class Handout Thursday, November 17, 11:00 AM Zoom Registration Thursday, November 17, 7:00 PM Zoom Registration Top of Page

= Youth Oriented Classes =  Info: Go Mobile! FamilySearch has a powerful family history app, Family Tree. FamilySearch has also created a new app, Get Involved. We have included those mobile classes above in the Upcoming Classes section. We have designed our mobile classes especially for youth and youth leaders. See above.  Top of Page

= Clases en Español / Spanish Classes =  Info: Empezamos un programa de FamilySearch "To Go". El programa de "To Go" nos permite traerles las clases de historia familiar. Nuestras clases incluyen:  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: Please contact our Library if you have a Spanish group who would appreciate a family history event. Top of Page
 * Historia Familiar para Principiantes
 * Historia Familiar en 5 Minutos
 * Archivar las Memorias de su Familia
 * Beginning Family History
 * Family History in 5 Minutes
 * Saving Your Family Memories

= 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