Temecula Valley Genealogical Society
Our Mission: To provide a genealogical society for the community, to encourage and stimulate interest in genealogical research and to provide a forum for the exchange of genealogical information and help.
Genealogy Class: Second Monday of the month, starting at 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., offered to anyone wanting additional help and assistance. The classes focus on various aspects of genealogical research and particularly how to overcome barriers in your research. Topics are announced in advance. Check the Events page for the specific dates and topics of the meetings.
TVGS General Meeting: Second Monday of the month, starting at 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. Each meeting features a Guest Speaker on genealogical related subjects. Information on speakers for the monthly general meeting is posted under the Events page.
Genealogy Library: There is a Genealogy Section in the Temecula Public Library with books, periodicals, and Compact Discs, two genealogy computers, printer and microfilm reader. For help in using these items, please check the Events page for the Volunteer Helper schedule. You may contact the Temecula Valley Genealogical Society Coordinator for Genealogy Helpers, Jeanne Roberts by email or phone (951) 676-2004 for an appointment.
Donations: If you wish to donate books or CDs, please contact the Temecula Valley Genealogical Society Librarian Laurice Johnson by email or phone (951) 672-4529.
How to get Started: Society volunteers are available to help members get started on their family research. You may check the Events page schedule or contact the Temecula Valley Genealogical Society Coordinator of Volunteer Genealogy Helpers Jeanne Roberts by email or phone (951) 676-2004 for an appointment.
Computer Users Group: TVGS sponsors a computer users group, which meets 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the third Friday each month in the Community Room of the Temecula Public Library, to discuss genealogical software and research on the Internet. All are welcome to attend.
Legacy Users Group: Several of the TVGS membership have put together a Legacy Family Tree Users Group. If you are a member or non-member that would like to learn more about the Legacy program, please contact Robert Anderson by email or phone (951) 302-6055 and he can arrange a class for 1 to 5 persons.
Society Activities: The Society organizes several special activities each year, including trips to other Libraries, Seminars, Workshops and other events of interest to genealogists.
Membership: Includes the right to vote and hold office; a subscription to the Society newsletter, notification of current events, genealogical activities, and the opportunity for individual help from experienced genealogists to assist them with their genealogical research. The yearly membership is $20.00 for an individual, or $25.00 per couple.
Additional information: contact the Temecula Valley Genealogical Society President Carol Anderson by email or phone (951) 302-6055.