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Interested in your genealogy? Are you seeking information about your roots? Want to know who you came from? Have you wondered who your great-great-great grandfather was? You can start or continue your family search without charge at the Valencia Family History Center. Established in 1978, it is open to the public 45 hours each week. The all-volunteer staff of research experts assist interested patrons, who have made more than 2,200 visits to the Center each year. In addition to providing personal assistance, the center’s equipment include computers with free access to premium websites, microfilm and microfiche readers with access to more than 2 million rolls of microfilm, printers, scanners, and a book library. For 24-hour recorded information or to speak with someone at the Center, call 661-259-1347.
 
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Interested in your genealogy? Are you seeking information about your roots? Want to know who you came from? Have you wondered who your great-great-great grandfather was? You can start or continue your family search FREE of charge for everyone at the Valencia FamilySearch Center. Established in 1978, it is open to the public 24 hours each week. The all-volunteer staff of research experts assist interested patrons, who have made more than 2,200 visits to the Center each year. In addition to providing personal assistance, the center’s equipment include computers with free access to premium websites, printer, scanner, and a book library. For 24-hour recorded information or to speak with someone at the Center, call 661-259-1347.


===Center Contacts and Hours===
===Center Contacts and Hours===
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*24443 W. McBean Pkwy Valencia California 91355 United States
*24443 W. McBean Pkwy Valencia California 91355 United States


*Language:English
*Language: English


'''Phone:'''  
'''Phone:'''  
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'''E-Mail:'''  
'''E-Mail:'''  


*ValenciaFHC@outlook.com or CA_Valencia@ldsmail.net
*ValenciaFHC@outlook.com or CA_Valencia@familyhistorymail.org


'''Open Hours:'''


*'''Mon:''' 9:00am-5:00pm
'''OPEN HOURS:'''  
*'''Tue:'''  9:00am-5:00pm; 6:00pm-9:00pm
*'''Wed:''' 9:00am-5:00pm; 6:00pm-9:00pm
*'''Thu:'''  9:00am-5:00pm; 6:00pm-9:00pm
*'''Sat:'''  9:00am-1:00pm


'''2018 Holiday Schedule- Closed:'''  
*'''Mon:''' 9:00am-12:30pm
*'''Tue:'''  9:00am-4:00pm  (Evening by appointment only 661-803-3469)
*'''Wed:''' 9:00am-4:00pm  (Evening by appointment only 661-803-3469)
*'''Thu:'''  9:00am-12:30pm  (Evening by appointment only 661-803-3469)
*'''Fri:''' 9:00am-Noon - INDEXING ONLY
*'''Sat:''' By appointment only 661-803-3469


  '''Feb 19''' Presidents Day
  '''Mar 31''' General Conference
  '''May 28''' Memorial Day
  '''Jul  4''' Independence Day
  '''Sep  3''' Labor Day
  '''Oct  6''' General Conference
  '''Nov 22''' Thanksgiving Day  Closed from 5-9pm on Nov 21st
  '''Dec 21-31''' Christmas Week (by appointment only-661-803-3469)


'''2023 HOLIDAY SCHEDULE - CLOSED:'''


===Calendar and Events===
:'''Mon Sep 4''' Labor Day
:'''Mon Oct 9''' Columbus Day
:'''Fri Nov 10''' Veteran's Day
:'''Wed, Thurs, Fri  Nov 22, 23, 24'''  Thanksgiving
:'''Dec 20-Jan 3''' Christmas Week and New Years


=='''Santa Clarita Valley Family History Fair'''==
Great Annual Event


Saturday, March TBA, 2020 - 9:00 am to 4:30 pm 
'''2024 HOLIDAY SCHEDULE - CLOSED:'''


==Family History Center Class Schedule for 2019==
:'''Mon-Wed Jan''' '''1-3''' New Years 
'''Classes are free and open to the general public. All dates shown are on Thursday - Instruction from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm.  To be added to our email list and be notified of upcoming seminars and events, [http://eepurl.com/TD8lD click here] '''
:'''Mon Jan 15''' Martin Luther King Day
 
:'''Mon Feb 19''' Presidents Day
===<b><u>January 3, 2019</u></b>===
:'''Mon May 27''' Memorial Day
'''Class topic: "'''Search all the Jurisdictions and find More Records"
:'''Wed June 19''' Juneteenth Day
 
:'''Thurs Jul 4''' Independence Day
'''Description''': Are your ancestors M.I.A.? One of the most likely explanations is some kind of a change in the political, ecclesiastical or other jurisdictions in which they lived. Ancestors may be in the same house, yet in a different jurisdiction due to the formation of a new county, state or territory, boundary alignments such as the division or merging of counties, the building of a closer church, etc. Many such changes have occurred from 1620-2018. Boundaries have been altered due to wars, treaties, political pressure, floods and more. Other geographical challenges include: defunct counties & confusion due to place name changes over time. Discussion will include examples of the changes that have occurred & online resources for tracking jurisdictions. These include: historical gazetteers, atlases, animated boundary maps & county histories. Key repositories will be highlighted, such as state and local archives & libraries. There are many more records to be found!.
:'''Mon Sep 2''' Labor Day
 
:'''Mon Oct 14''' Columbus Day
('''Presenter''': Laurie Werner Castillo. '''Class level''': Intermediate)
:'''Mon Nov 11''' Veteran's Day
 
:'''Wed, Thurs, Fri  Nov 27, 28, 29''' Thanksgiving
==='''<u>January 17, 2019</u>'''===
:'''Dec 20-Jan 5''' Christmas Week and New Years
'''Class topic:''' "Online Genealogy for Beginners and Beyond"
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'''Description''': When you’re new to family history, the prospect of diving into the research process can seem overwhelming, especially when it comes to navigating the countless number of online databases and other websites related to roots research. Even if you have been researching for many years, there is always something new to learn! This session will walk beginners through the exciting journey of genealogy, and provide experienced researchers with tips to review what they have found and solve brick wall problems.
 
('''Presenter''': Lisa A. Alzo. '''Class level:''' Beginners and Intermediate)
 
==='''<u>February 7, 2019</u>'''===
'''Class topic:''' "Hidden Treasures in the Library of Congress"
 
'''Description''': With the Library of Congress being the largest library in the world, it has many online resources that can benefit people researching their families. During this session, participants will be taught about the 51 million online resources from the Library of Congress which includes a lot more than just books, such as photographs, sound recordings, oral history narratives, newspaper articles, etc. The session will cover library/archival searching techniques that can be used to navigate the Library's website and locate treasures about your family that have been hidden within the collections at the Library of Congress.
 
('''Presenter''': Byron Holdiman. '''Class level:''' Intermediate)
 
===<u>February 21, 2019</u>===
'''Class topic:''' "Finding Elusive Records at FamilySearch"
 
'''Description:''' You’ve resolved hints and done some searching, but you’ve probably only accessed a small portion of the records available at FamilySearch. By walking, step by step, through genealogical examples, Robert Kehrer will demonstrate skills and techniques used by the experts and will expose hidden record identification tools and features of the FamilySearch website. Join us to take your skills in documenting ancestors to the next level. level.
 
(Presenter: Robert Kehrer. '''Class level:''' Intermediate)
 
==='''<u>March 7, 2019</u>'''===
'''Class topic:''' "Civil Registration Indexes of England and Wales"
 
'''Description''': These indexes are widely available, and used by everyone researching English and Welsh ancestors from 1837 onwards. The story behind them is fascinating, and knowing how the indexes were made helps us use them more effectively. From entries in register books to the parchment, paper, microfiche and online indexes, we examine the processes used, and the introduction of new technologies as they became available - from carbon paper to computers. There are local as well as national indexes, and recent innovations at the General Register Office have opened up some new possibilities for researchers, with some completely new indexes not available anywhere else. Further developments are proposed.
 
('''Presenter''': Audrey Collins. '''Class level:''' Intermediate)
 
===<u>March 21, 2019</u>===
'''Class topic:''' "Advancing Your Genealogy Research with DNA"


'''Description:''' You’ve scoured the census, dug through probates, and even visited the county courthouse. What’s left? DNA. It’s the oldest record of your family, and technology and science are coming up with more ways for you to use it. Come and learn what new tools AncestryDNA has to advance your research and get more out of your DNA results. 
===CALENDAR AND EVENTS===


(Presenter: Anna Swayne. '''Class level:''' Intermediate)
==FamilySearch Center Class Schedule for  - 2023 - Fall classes to be announced==
'''Classes are free and open to the general public. All dates shown are on Thursday - Instruction from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. &nbsp;To be added to our email list and be notified of upcoming seminars and events, send message  to glennarae5@yahoo.com'''


===<u>April 4, 2019</u>===
===<b><u>FAMILY HISTORY CLASSES</u></b>===
'''Class topic:''' "RootsTech 2019 Keynote Address with the CEO of FamilySearch International"
===<b><u>August 10, 2023</u></b>===
'''No class due to summer break'''


'''Description:''' This Keynote address will explore the connections that come through genealogy and you will learn how family history can change peoples lives, about the new International African American Museum and how it can help heal families across the world. An uplifting, inspiring and informative keynote address not to be missed.  
===<b><u>September 12, 2023</u></b>===
'''Class topic:'''   


('''Presenter''': Steve Rockwood, '''Class level:''' All)
'''Description''':   


===<u>April 18, 2019</u>===
'''Presenter''':  '''Class level''': Beginner
'''Class topic:''' '''Double Feature-'''"What's New on FamilySearch and What's Coming? '''and''' "The Way Back Machine"


'''Description:''' This presentation will review the latest features and capabilities released in FamilySearch, their value and why the changes were made. It will also discuss the future features that are being considered, prototyped, and developed so you know where we are going. '''Second Feature:''' “The Way Back Machine” Learn how this amazing tool can help you with your family history! 
==='''<u>October 10, 2023</u>'''===
'''Class topic:'''  


('''Presenters:''' Ron Tanner and Nicky Smith,  '''Class level:''' All)
'''Description''':  


===<u>May 2, 2019</u>===
'''Presenter''': '''Class level:''' Beginner
'''Class topic:''' "Ask A Scientist from AncestryDNA"


'''Description:''' How can DNA tell you how Irish you really are and why you have so many cousin matches? Arming yourself with a firmer grasp of the underlying science behind ethnicity estimation, DNA matching, and other tools will allow you to use them more effectively. Join a member of our science team to get personal with your DNA results. 
==='''<u>November 14, 2023</u>'''===
'''Class topic:'''  


('''Presenter:''' Berry Starr, '''Class level:''' Intermediate)
'''Description''':  


===<u>May 16, 2019</u>===
'''Presenter''':   '''Class level: Beginner'''
'''Class topic:''' "Making Memories of You"
==='''<u>December 12, 2023</u>'''===
 
'''No class due to Christmas Break'''
'''Description:''' Family History is about family and about the past, but it is also about you! What memories are you leaving behind for those you love? In this class we’ll talk about how to leave pieces of what matters most to you. From recording your voice, to photos that matter, a simple life lesson, or a brief video, you can do it! We’ll also talk about where to store these memories so you won’t lose them. 
 
('''Presenter:''':Devin Ashby, '''Class level:''' All)
 
===<u>June 6, 2019</u>===
<big>'''Class topic:''' "Descendancy Research: Another Pathway to Genealogy"</big>
 
<big>'''Description:''' Breaking through the challenges of brick walls in genealogy has never been more rewarding. Genealogists are often taught the way to doing research is to search backwards through generations; going back as far as one can. This lecture assumes a new focus on doing genealogical research on tracing all the descendants of an ancestral couple to present. This class examines the methodology and techniques to find living relations who may hold the key to your family history research. Focus is given to provide actual case studies of doing this kind of research.</big> 
 
<big>('''Presenter:''' Michael L. Strauss, AG,  '''Class level:''' Beginner)</big>
 
===<u>June 20, 2019</u>===
<big>'''Class topic:''' "Census Sense: Clues & Conundrums for Intermediate Researchers"</big>
 
<big>'''Description:''' This presentation makes census understanding fun! Federal census headings and codes, alternate federal censuses, state censuses are emphasized as key in our research. The partnership between the national census website and data available from state censuses is demonstrated in story form. Research timelines paired with census results are also demonstrated.</big> 
 
<big>('''Presenter:''' Patti Gillespie,  '''Class level:''' Intermediate)</big>
 
===<u><big>July 4, 2019</big></u>===
No Class do to the Independence day holiday
 
===<u><big>July 18, 2019</big></u>===
<big>'''Class topic:''' "Exploring Your Family History in New Ways with Ancestry-ProGenealogists"</big>
 
<big>'''Description:''' When It’s Time to Hire a Pro - '''Heidi Mecham''', Learning & Development Specialist, AncestryProGenealogists</big> 
 
<big>When does it make sense to hire a professional genealogist to break through your brick walls and reach your family history goals? Are you limited by time, skills, or resources? This class provides guidance on this decision.</big>
 
<big>Beautiful Ways to Showcase Your Family History - '''Erika Manternach''', Senior Writer, AncestryProGenealogists</big>
 
<big>Have you ever tried to share your research by gathering your family around your computer? If so, you know it can be dry and uninspiring. Get suggestions that will help you share your ancestors' stories in ways that will grab attention.</big>
 
<big>Walking In The Footsteps of your Ancestors - '''Kyle Betit''', Travel Program Operations Manager & Senior Genealogist, AncestryProGenealogists</big>
 
<big>Explore your genealogy and uncover your family story by traveling to where it all began. Learn how to plan a heritage trip of your own with an ancestral travel expert who will share tips and experiences from trips around the world.</big>
 
<big>('''Presenters:'''  Heidi Mecham, Erika Manternach, Kyle Betit'''.'''  '''Class level:''' Beginner)</big>
 
===<u>August 1, 2019</u>===
<big>'''Class topic:''' "Family Tree: The ins and outs of the Family Tree timeline"</big>
 
<big>'''Description:''' Where were they when? FamilySearch has released a new Timeline feature that brings together many of the dates and places each of our ancestors experienced. This session will review the new timeline interface. Discussion will include the timeline, map and other fun news ways to explore your ancestors through FamilySearch.</big> 
 
<big>('''Presenter:''' Bruce Roper,  '''Class level: All''' )</big>
 
===<u>August 15, 2019</u>===
<big>'''Class topic:''' "Must-Use U.S. Records at Ancestry.com, FamilySearch, Findmypast and MyHeritage "</big>
 
<big>'''Description:''' Ready to move past U.S. censuses, vital records and draft registrations? Come meet some of the next greatest U.S. genealogy record treasures on Ancestry.com, FamilySearch, Findmypast and MyHeritage! Learn what's in these record types, what they might teach you about your ancestors, and tips for navigating these record gems effectively. Among the tantalizing examples you'll see are newspapers, special census schedules, periodicals, published histories, the "Social Security Death Index on steroids" and the presenter's #1 favorite record type on Ancestry.com--which is also the mega-site's single largest historical record collection.</big> 
 
<big>('''Presenter:''' Sunny Morton,  '''Class level:''' All)</big>


==Databases and Software☁==
==Databases and Software☁==


====Free commercial websites at the Valencia California Family History Center====
====Free commercial websites at the Valencia California FamilySearch Center====
'''[http://fhc.familysearch.org/ FHC Portal:]''' This center has access to the Family History Center Portal page which gives free access in the center to premium family history software and websites that generally charge for subscriptions as follows:
'''[http://fhc.familysearch.org/ FamilySearch Center Portal:]''' This center has access to the FamilySearch Center Portal page which gives free access in the center to premium family history software and websites that generally charge for subscriptions as follows:


===='''The 19th Century British Library Newspapers digital archive'''====
===='''The 19th Century British Library Newspapers digital archive'''====
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===='''ArkivDigital Online'''====
===='''ArkivDigital Online'''====
ArkivDigital is the largest private provider of Swedish Church Records and other historical records online! All images are newly photographed color images of the original documents. Click the link from the Premium Family History Websites page to install the current client version of ArkivDigital Online.
ArkivDigital is the largest private provider of Swedish Church Records and other historical records online! All images are newly photographed color images of the original documents. Click the link from the Premium Family History Websites page to install the current client version of ArkivDigital Online.
====FamNet====


===='''findmypast'''====
===='''findmypast'''====
findmypast makes it easy to research your UK ancestry and create your family tree. Search census records and trace births, marriages, and deaths to bring your family history to life. Please note that not all of the content from findmypast is available in family history centers.  '''1911 British Census''' (''accessed through the findmypast website'')—The 1911 UK Census is a record of everyone who lived in England and Wales in 1911. It provides a unique snapshot of the lives of those who lived at that time.
findmypast makes it easy to research your UK ancestry and create your family tree. Search census records and trace births, marriages, and deaths to bring your family history to life. Please note that not all of the content from Findmypast is available in FamilySearch centers.  '''1911 British Census''' (''accessed through the Findmypast website'')—The 1911 UK Census is a record of everyone who lived in England and Wales in 1911. It provides a unique snapshot of the lives of those who lived at that time.


===='''Fold3''' ====
===='''Fold3''' ====
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Used by millions of people worldwide to help research family history, build a family tree, and add photos, historical records, and more. MyHeritage is an online genealogy platform with web, mobile, and software products and services that was first developed and popularized by the Israeli company MyHeritage in 2003. Users of the platform can browse through photos, and search billions of global historical records, among other features. As of 2015, the service supports 42 languages and has around 80 million users worldwide. In January 2017 it was reported that MyHeritage has 35 million family trees on its website. The company is headquartered in Or Yehuda, Israel with additional offices in Tel Aviv, Lehi, Utah, and Burbank, California.
Used by millions of people worldwide to help research family history, build a family tree, and add photos, historical records, and more. MyHeritage is an online genealogy platform with web, mobile, and software products and services that was first developed and popularized by the Israeli company MyHeritage in 2003. Users of the platform can browse through photos, and search billions of global historical records, among other features. As of 2015, the service supports 42 languages and has around 80 million users worldwide. In January 2017 it was reported that MyHeritage has 35 million family trees on its website. The company is headquartered in Or Yehuda, Israel with additional offices in Tel Aviv, Lehi, Utah, and Burbank, California.


===='''Newspaper Archive'''====
===='''Newspapers.com'''====
"NewspaperArchive.com is the world's largest online newspaper archive. Featuring billions of articles from historical newspapers around the U.S. and the world, NewspaperARCHIVE makes exploring history and genealogy easy and fun. Discover fascinating news in archived newspapers hundreds of years old—including obituaries, birth announcements, sports articles, comics, and more—to fill in the life stories you are interested in. And share those stories with others through our community at Our NewspaperARCHIVE. All of our historical newspapers are full-page and fully searchable. Try exploring above, and discover your history today!"
"Newspapers.com is the world's largest online newspaper archive. Featuring billions of articles from historical newspapers around the U.S. and the world, NewspaperARCHIVE makes exploring history and genealogy easy and fun. Discover fascinating news in archived newspapers hundreds of years old—including obituaries, birth announcements, sports articles, comics, and more—to fill in the life stories you are interested in. And share those stories with others through our community at Our NewspaperARCHIVE. All of our historical newspapers are full-page and fully searchable. Try exploring above, and discover your history today!"


===='''Paper Trail'''====
===='''Paper Trail'''====
Provides access to 19th-century westward American migration documents.
Provides access to 19th-century westward American migration documents.
===='''ProQuest Obituary Listings'''====
The ProQuest obituaries collection is a premier resource for genealogical and historical research. You can use the collection to search obituaries and death notices from prominent newspapers, such as the ''New York Times'' (dating back to 1851). The collection includes both famous and lesser-known individuals and can be searched by name or by keywords appearing in the body of the article.


===='''Puzzilla''' (Premium Version)====
===='''Puzzilla''' (Premium Version)====
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==Hardware and Equipment==
==Hardware and Equipment==


:Our Family History Center is equipped with:
:Our FamilySearch Center is equipped with:
:#Nine (9) large screen personal computers for your family history use. Four (4) laptop personal computer
:#Nine (9) large screen personal computers for your family history use. Four (4) laptop personal computer
:#One (1) copier, printer (laser) and scanner that can scan to your FamilySearch account or personal flash drive.
:#One (1) copier, printer (laser) and scanner that can scan to your FamilySearch account or personal flash drive.  
:#Two (2) laser printers (10 cents per page)
:#Two (2) Microfilm viewers (35 and 16 mm)
:#One (1) Microfiche viewer
:#One (1) camera to take pictures of microfilm images you find
:#Ability to convert your audio cassettes to digital for uploading to FamilySearch
:#Collection of family history books and publication
:#Collection of family history books and publication
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====Staff Research Specialties====
====Staff Research Specialties====


''(Include sections for any other services your center provides. Add additional sections for those services. See the [[Bountiful Utah Heights Family History Center|Bountiful]] and [[Chattanooga Tennessee Family History Center|Chattanooga]] FHC pages for examples.)''
19 experienced staff consultants to personally help with research       


===Resources in the Local Area===
===Resources in the Local Area===
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===Volunteer at the Center===
===Volunteer at the Center===


''If you would like to volunteer at our Family History Center, send an e-mail to ValenciaFHC@outlook.com and we will contact you.''  
''If you would like to volunteer at our FamilySearch Center, send an e-mail to ValenciaFHC@outlook.com and we will contact you.''  


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Interested in your genealogy? Are you seeking information about your roots? Want to know who you came from? Have you wondered who your great-great-great grandfather was? You can start or continue your family search FREE of charge for everyone at the Valencia FamilySearch Center. Established in 1978, it is open to the public 24 hours each week. The all-volunteer staff of research experts assist interested patrons, who have made more than 2,200 visits to the Center each year. In addition to providing personal assistance, the center’s equipment include computers with free access to premium websites, printer, scanner, and a book library. For 24-hour recorded information or to speak with someone at the Center, call 661-259-1347.

Center Contacts and Hours

Location Map:

Address:

  • 24443 W. McBean Pkwy Valencia California 91355 United States
  • Language: English

Phone:

  • 1-661-259-1347

E-Mail:

  • ValenciaFHC@outlook.com or CA_Valencia@familyhistorymail.org


OPEN HOURS:

  • Mon: 9:00am-12:30pm
  • Tue: 9:00am-4:00pm (Evening by appointment only 661-803-3469)
  • Wed: 9:00am-4:00pm (Evening by appointment only 661-803-3469)
  • Thu: 9:00am-12:30pm (Evening by appointment only 661-803-3469)
  • Fri: 9:00am-Noon - INDEXING ONLY
  • Sat: By appointment only 661-803-3469


2023 HOLIDAY SCHEDULE - CLOSED:

Mon Sep 4 Labor Day
Mon Oct 9 Columbus Day
Fri Nov 10 Veteran's Day
Wed, Thurs, Fri Nov 22, 23, 24 Thanksgiving
Dec 20-Jan 3 Christmas Week and New Years


2024 HOLIDAY SCHEDULE - CLOSED:

Mon-Wed Jan 1-3 New Years
Mon Jan 15 Martin Luther King Day
Mon Feb 19 Presidents Day
Mon May 27 Memorial Day
Wed June 19 Juneteenth Day
Thurs Jul 4 Independence Day
Mon Sep 2 Labor Day
Mon Oct 14 Columbus Day
Mon Nov 11 Veteran's Day
Wed, Thurs, Fri Nov 27, 28, 29 Thanksgiving
Dec 20-Jan 5 Christmas Week and New Years

CALENDAR AND EVENTS

FamilySearch Center Class Schedule for - 2023 - Fall classes to be announced

Classes are free and open to the general public. All dates shown are on Thursday - Instruction from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm.  To be added to our email list and be notified of upcoming seminars and events, send message to glennarae5@yahoo.com

FAMILY HISTORY CLASSES

August 10, 2023

No class due to summer break

September 12, 2023

Class topic:

Description:

Presenter: Class level: Beginner

October 10, 2023

Class topic:

Description:

Presenter: Class level: Beginner

November 14, 2023

Class topic:

Description:

Presenter: Class level: Beginner

December 12, 2023

No class due to Christmas Break

Databases and Software☁

Free commercial websites at the Valencia California FamilySearch Center

FamilySearch Center Portal: This center has access to the FamilySearch Center Portal page which gives free access in the center to premium family history software and websites that generally charge for subscriptions as follows:

The 19th Century British Library Newspapers digital archive

This fully searchable database of the British Library's newspaper holdings provides a complete run of 48 national and regional Victorian British newspapers for the 19th century from 1800 to 1900. These support the study of colonial history, genealogical research, politics, urban studies, and media courses.

Alexander Street Press, American Civil War

  • Research Data: Contains indexed, searchable information on over 4 million soldiers and thousands of battles, together with 15,000 photographs.
  • Letters and Diaries: Contains approximately 100,000 indexed pages of diaries, letters, and memoirs, including 4,000 pages of previously unpublished manuscripts, such as the letters of Amos Wood and his wife and the diary of Maryland planter William Claytor
  • Images, Photographs, Posters, and Ephemera: Provides a vivid history of the American Civil War with over 1,400 images. 
  • Social and Cultural History: Personal accounts of well-known historical figures.
  • Women and Social Movements in the United States: Organized around the history of women in social movements in the United States between 1600 and 2000 A.D.

American Ancestors

Advance your family history research today with AmericanAncestors.org! Created by the expert staff at New England Historic Genealogical Society (NEHGS), America's founding genealogical organization, AmericanAncestors.org is the portal to the nation's leading resource for the highest-quality comprehensive family history services. Consult with our expert staff, some of the most respected genealogists in the profession. Read the most significant original scholarship and important publications in genealogy. Access millions of exclusive and sought-after records online. Learn with in-depth online courses and webinars from expert staff. Explore the largest collection of original family history research materials in America.

Ancestry.com

Ancestry gives you access to thousands of collections of records from around the world, including immigration, census, voter, vital, and military records; newspapers and periodicals; family trees; photos and images; directories, maps, court, land, wills and financial records, stories, memories, and histories; and detailed records about births, marriages, deaths, land ownership, and much more. It is the largest for-profit genealogy company in the world.

ArkivDigital Online

ArkivDigital is the largest private provider of Swedish Church Records and other historical records online! All images are newly photographed color images of the original documents. Click the link from the Premium Family History Websites page to install the current client version of ArkivDigital Online.

FamNet

findmypast

findmypast makes it easy to research your UK ancestry and create your family tree. Search census records and trace births, marriages, and deaths to bring your family history to life. Please note that not all of the content from Findmypast is available in FamilySearch centers. 1911 British Census (accessed through the Findmypast website)—The 1911 UK Census is a record of everyone who lived in England and Wales in 1911. It provides a unique snapshot of the lives of those who lived at that time.

Fold3 

(formerly Footnote.com) Search or browse millions of historical documents and photos. Fold3 has refocused their efforts on gathering the best online collection of military records and stories. The Fold3 name reflects military history and honor, since traditionally, the third fold in a flag-folding ceremony honors and remembers veterans for their sacrifice in defending their country and promoting peace in the world.

Geneanet

With 3 billion referenced individuals and 600,000 trees online, Geneanet is the first site dedicated to genealogy in France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Sweden, and Germany. The Geneanet community has two million members who exchange genealogical information.

Kinpoint Premium

Kinpoint is designed to make it easier for you to do your family history by letting you see what to work on at a glance; quickly find missing information in your family tree; and discover insights into the lives of your ancestors.

MyHeritage—Library Edition

Used by millions of people worldwide to help research family history, build a family tree, and add photos, historical records, and more. MyHeritage is an online genealogy platform with web, mobile, and software products and services that was first developed and popularized by the Israeli company MyHeritage in 2003. Users of the platform can browse through photos, and search billions of global historical records, among other features. As of 2015, the service supports 42 languages and has around 80 million users worldwide. In January 2017 it was reported that MyHeritage has 35 million family trees on its website. The company is headquartered in Or Yehuda, Israel with additional offices in Tel Aviv, Lehi, Utah, and Burbank, California.

Newspapers.com

"Newspapers.com is the world's largest online newspaper archive. Featuring billions of articles from historical newspapers around the U.S. and the world, NewspaperARCHIVE makes exploring history and genealogy easy and fun. Discover fascinating news in archived newspapers hundreds of years old—including obituaries, birth announcements, sports articles, comics, and more—to fill in the life stories you are interested in. And share those stories with others through our community at Our NewspaperARCHIVE. All of our historical newspapers are full-page and fully searchable. Try exploring above, and discover your history today!"

Paper Trail

Provides access to 19th-century westward American migration documents.

Puzzilla (Premium Version)

Find new research opportunities on descendant lines in Family Tree.

Hardware and Equipment

Our FamilySearch Center is equipped with:
  1. Nine (9) large screen personal computers for your family history use. Four (4) laptop personal computer
  2. One (1) copier, printer (laser) and scanner that can scan to your FamilySearch account or personal flash drive.
  3. Collection of family history books and publication

Center Services

Children's Center

You can bring your children to the center while you get help with your family history. We have a children's section where children 3-11 years of age can learn about their ancestors with books, games, stories, etc.

Staff Research Specialties

19 experienced staff consultants to personally help with research

Resources in the Local Area

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Links

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Volunteer at the Center

If you would like to volunteer at our FamilySearch Center, send an e-mail to ValenciaFHC@outlook.com and we will contact you.

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