The Santa Cruz Jewish Genealogy Society is a non-profit volunteer organization established in 2021. SCJGS is a member of the IAJGS, the International Association of Jewish Genealogical Societies affiliated with over eighty other Jewish genealogical societies.  Anyone interested in Jewish genealogy is welcome to become a member regardless of skill level or geographic location . We encourage our members to volunteer their skills and time to sustain and improve the organization.  

The objectives of the SCJGS are:

  • Host monthly presentation by excellent speakers and professional genealogists.
  • To share and increase awareness of genealogical information, techniques, and research tools with people interested in Jewish genealogy and family history. 
  • To promote interest and personal engagement in genealogical research.
  • To provide instruction in research methodology, the utilization of resources and adherence to high standards of accuracy and thoroughness.
  • To foster careful documentation and scholarly genealogical writing and publication.
  • To promote the preservation of genealogical records and resources.
  • To hold meetings for the instruction and education of its members and the general public.
  • To build a member community, provide a forum.”genichat”, for member discussion and provide  hands-on mentoring, and brick-wall discussions and assistance.

Upcoming Events

June 11, 2023, 1pm Pacific Time Zone

Speaker: Sydney Cruice, Genealogist

 Making the Most of Indirect Evidence: Forming Sound Genealogical Conclusions

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July 9, 2023, 1pm Pacific Time Zone

Speaker: Daniel Horowitz, Genealogist

 Advanced Your Israeli Genealogical Research

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August 20, 2023, 1pm Pacific Time Zone

Speaker: Julie Roberts Szczepankiewicz, Genealogist

 Locating Vital Records in Poland Using Online Records

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