“The National Genealogical Society (NGS) presented awards to those whose work highlights excellence in genealogy scholarship and service at a plenary […]
NGS Recognizes Elizabeth Swanay O’Neal, CG Read More »
“Ancestry does allow users to download their family trees, but you won’t get everything you hoped for. The included backup
Downloading Your Ancestry Tree *AND* Records Read More »
Do you know that you can filter our events calendar to view specific categories of events? For instance, highlight Classes,
Events Calendar: Do You Know? Read More »
If you have a previous version of FTM installed, before you do anything, please read this handout, graciously provided by
Family Tree Maker 2024 Released (revised) Read More »
Long-time SBCGS member Edie Wells passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. You may
In Memoriam—Edie Wells Read More »
Courtesy of Michael John Neill’s Tip of the Day post “Pretending You Were Paying for Help” dated 9-May-2025. Even if you are
Pretending You Were Paying for Help Read More »
DNA Day, observed annually on April 25th, marks the anniversary of two major milestones in genetics: the discovery of the
Celebrate DNA Day with Free FamilySearch Presentations Read More »
Join SBCGS at the Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation’s 16th Annual Asian American Neighborhood Festival; a free, family-friendly event
The exhibit steering committee is looking for participants who have ties to families, organizations, military service, and/or cultural institutions in
Santa Barbara Hispanic Family Histories 1850-1970 (September 1, 2025) Read More »
Place: Stow House on Rancho La Patera, 304 N. Los Carneros Road, Goleta Date/Time: July 4th, 11 a.m. to 4
Goleta Valley Historical Society Old Fashioned 4th of July Read More »
