The JGSCV will hold a general meeting, co-sponsored with Temple Adat Elohim, on Sunday, October 14, 2007 at Temple Adat Elohim 2420 E. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks, 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

" How To Begin Your Genealogy Research-Part lV:Using the Resources at the Family History Centers"(It is not necessary to have attended Parts I, II or III to understand or learn from Part IV)

Millions of European Jewish records from the 19 th century (and before) have been microfilmed by the Mormon Church and are available through Family History Centers (FHC).

In addition, millions of American records including census, draft registration records, birth, marriage and death records have been microfilmed. The FHCs also offer free on-line access to many databases useful for family research. There are small FHCs in Newbury Park, Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks & Ventura and other cities in our area, as well as the regional center in Los Angeles. Learn how to find out on-line what records are available, how to order films and how to use the information in tracing your family.

JGSCV Board members, Debra Kay Blatt and Warren Blatt, editor-in-chief and vice president of JewishGen.org will lead the discussion.

The Jewish Genealogical Society of the Conejo Valley and Ventura County is dedicated to sharing genealogical information, techniques and research tools with anyone interested in Jewish genealogy and family history.

There is no charge to attend the meeting. Anyone may join JGSCV. Annual dues are $25 for an individual and $30 for a family.

For more information contact: publicity@jgscv.orgwww.JGSCV.org

Jan Meisels Allen@ 818-889-6616