We would like to thank the donor of four books who left them recently on a bottom shelf of our permanent collection at the Family History Library. If the donor would identify himself or herself, we would like to place a bookplate into the flyleaf of the
books to acknowledge the donation. If you left the books, please contact our librarian, Barbara Algaze, at Barbara@jgsla.com
In an attempt to better serve their patrons, the folks at the Los Angeles Family History Library are offering free genealogy classes on Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Below you will find the schedule for the next four weeks. Check them out: there may be some classes that interest you.
Sat May 7
| 11:00 – 12:00 |
Coming to America – Immigration Research |
Barbara Algaze |
| 12:00 – 1:00 |
Finding Italian Ancestors 1.0 |
Dixon Hyde |
| 1:00 – 2:30 |
How do I start? Beginning Genealogy 1.1 |
Arnold Schwartz |
| 2:30 – 3:00 |
LAB for above class |
tba |
| 3:00 – 3:30 |
Computer Skills |
Carmen Wise |
Sat May 14
| 11:00 – 12:30 |
Obituaries Can Launch Your Research |
Luanna Gilstrap |
| 12:30 – 1:00 |
LAB for above class |
|
| 1:00 – 2:30 |
How do I start? Beginning Genealogy 1.2 |
Arnold Schwartz |
| 2:30 – 3:00 |
LAB for above class |
|
| 1:00 – 2:30 |
African American Research |
Charles Meigs |
| 2:30 – 4:00 |
Cherokee Genealogy |
Charles Meigs |
Sat May 21
| 12:00 – 1:00 |
Finding Italian Ancestors 1.2 |
Dixon Hyde |
| 1:00 – 2:30 |
How do I continue? Beginning Genealogy 1.3 |
Arnold Schwartz |
| 2:30 – 3:00 |
LAB for above class |
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| 3:00 – 3:30 |
Computer Skills |
Carmen Wise |
Sat May 28
| 1:00 – 2:30 |
How do I find more? Beginning Genealogy 1.4 |
Arnold Schwartz |
| 2:30 – 3:00 |
LAB for above class |
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The classes are subject to change and addition, so it would be a good idea to call ahead at (310) 474 – 9990 or check their website at http://www.lafhl.org/ before you make the trip. All are welcome at these classes. You can also check out the future schedule of classes at their website at: http://www.lafhl.org/satclass.htm
Genealogy Research at Central Library: Where Do I Start?
Get the most out of your visit to Central Library with this brief orientation to the genealogy collection. Includes a department tour, 
catalog and database searching tips, and assistance from a librarian to help plan your research strategy (30 minutes total).
No reservations needed for individuals or groups of less than 6. For larger groups, please call (213) 228-7400 to schedule an appointment.
Upcoming Dates: May 21, June 18, July 16, August 20
Meet at the reference desk in the History & Genealogy Department at 11 AM
Directions to Central Library and parking info available at this page. Click on the red marker on the map to view branch information, driving directions and public transportation information.
Thank you,
Mary McCoy
Librarian – History & Genealogy Department
Los Angeles Public Library
630 W. 5th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90071
mmccoy@lapl.org
http://www.lapl.org/central/
JGSLA has two lovely oak wooden bookcases for sale. They originally sold for over $100 each at a place called the Barn. They are presently located in the storage room at the Family History Library. They are each 36″ wide, seven feet tall and 13 inches deep. They each have 6 shelves. We are looking to sell them to the highest bidder. (Bidding starts at $25.00 each) Because they are too tall to fit in the Family History Library elevator, engineers at the Family History Library will assist you in getting them up one flight of stairs.
They need to be removed within the next two weeks.
If you are interested in them, or if you want more information, please contact Barbara Algaze at Barbara@jgsla.org
Don London, our esteemed webmaster, has recently added indexes to JGSLA resources on our website.
Simply click on the word “Research” above in our main menu bar and check them out.
Amongst the links at this location are:
An index of all the books in our permanent library at the Santa Monica Boulevard Family History Library - http://jgsla.org/research/library-lafhl
An index of all the microfilms at the Santa Monica Boulevard Family History Library that pertain to Jewish records – http://jgsla.org/research/microfilms-at-lafhl
An index of all the journals in our permanent library at the Family History Library - http://jgsla.org/research/journals-lafhl
An index of all the books in our Speiszman traveling library that are brought to most of our meetings by Mort Rappaport – http://jgsla.org/research/traveling-library
I hope you will find these resources helpful in your research.
Barbara Algaze
JGSLA Librarian
