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Wednesday, May 20
Share your stories! (Writers Group)
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm Zoom & Ron H. Roberts Temecula Public Library 30600 Pauba Rd. Temecula, CA 92592
Turn ancestral research into engaging family stories. Our Writers Group focuses on transforming names, dates, and charts into meaningful narratives that preserve both past and present family history. Whether you’re new to writing or looking to refine your skills, join us to learn, share, and bring your ancestors to life through storytelling. |
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Friday, May 22
The Second Continental Congress-Bonnie Hayosh (4th Friday- General Education)
10:00 am Zoom and Community Rm, Ron H. Roberts Temecula Public Library 30600 Pauba Rd. Temecula, CA 92592
'Timeline to the 250'
The Second Continental Congress: From Resistance to Nation
As tensions escalated into war, the Second Continental Congress became the colonies’ central authority. This presentation explores how delegates moved from protest to governance—organizing the war effort, forming a unified front, and taking the first steps toward independence.
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Wednesday, May 27
Planning our future... (TVGS Board Meetings)
2:00 pm Zoom only
The Board Meeting provides an opportunity for officers and board chairmen to review society business, discuss current projects, and plan future activities. Members are welcome to attend. Zoom link is available in the member's section. |
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Monday, June 8
The Daughters Of The American Revolution -DAR.org" - Christine Cohen (General Meeting)
5:30 pm Zoom & Ron H. Roberts Temecula Public Library 30600 Pauba Rd. Temecula, CA 92592
This presentation will demonstrate how to use for research the Daughters of the American Revolution's website www.DAR.org. It has a wealth of information about the entire United States that can be viewed for free; you do not have to be a DAR member to utilize this site. The website has documentation about Patriots that can assist you, even if you do not have a Patriot Ancestor. It contains an index of surnames in published resources and unpublished resources created by DAR members |
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Friday, June 12
Shared Matches Methodology- Kathy Fernandes (DNA Interest Group)
10:00 am Zoom & Ron H. Roberts Temecula Public Library 30600 Pauba Rd. Temecula, CA 92592
This presentation explains one of the research methodologies used to solve unknown parentage cases. This methodology focuses on the analysis of shared matches and presents several case studies illustrating how tools such as the Leeds method and the What Are the Odds? tool can be applied in the analysis.
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Wednesday, June 17
Share your stories! (Writers Group)
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm Zoom & Ron H. Roberts Temecula Public Library 30600 Pauba Rd. Temecula, CA 92592
Turn ancestral research into engaging family stories. Our Writers Group focuses on transforming names, dates, and charts into meaningful narratives that preserve both past and present family history. Whether you’re new to writing or looking to refine your skills, join us to learn, share, and bring your ancestors to life through storytelling. |
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Wednesday, June 24
Planning our future... (TVGS Board Meetings)
2:00 pm Zoom only
The Board Meeting provides an opportunity for officers and board chairmen to review society business, discuss current projects, and plan future activities. Members are welcome to attend. Zoom link is available in the member's section. |
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Friday, June 26
Ft. Ticonderoga and Bunke Hill-Bonnie Hayosh (4th Friday- General Education)
10:00 am Zoom and Community Rm, Ron H. Roberts Temecula Public Library 30600 Pauba Rd. Temecula, CA 92592
'Timeline to the 250'
Fort Ticonderoga: A Strategic First Victory
In May 1775, colonial forces seized Fort Ticonderoga, capturing vital artillery with minimal resistance. This presentation explores how this early success provided both confidence and resources—helping to shape the opening phase of the Revolution.
Bunker Hill: Proving the Colonists Could Fight
At the Battle of Bunker Hill, colonial forces stood their ground against the British in one of the war’s first major battles. This talk examines how, despite heavy losses, the outcome proved the colonies could face British troops—and fight with determination and strength.
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Friday, July 10
Building Genetic Networks in Unknown Parentage Cases - Kathy Fernandes (DNA Interest Group)
10:00 am Zoom & Ron H. Roberts Temecula Public Library 30600 Pauba Rd. Temecula, CA 92592
A genetic network shows how a group of individuals who share DNA are related to each other. This presentation explains how to use the Leeds method, Scapple mind mapping software, and the Shared cM Project tool in a step-by-step process to build a genetic network in unknown parentage research.
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Monday, July 13
Historic Flags- Mark Kramer (General Meeting)
5:30 pm Zoom & Ron H. Roberts Temecula Public Library 30600 Pauba Rd. Temecula, CA 92592
Mark Kramer from the Eagle Chapter of the SAR will share his vast knowledge of our historic flags.
Discover the stories behind the banners that shaped our nation during a special presentation on historic American flags, presented by a member of the Sons of the American Revolution. From early Revolutionary War standards to the evolution of the Stars and Stripes, this program explores how flags reflected identity, unity, and change throughout our history. Join us for an engaging look at the symbols our ancestors marched under—and the history they represent.
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Wednesday, July 15
Share your stories! (Writers Group)
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm Zoom & Ron H. Roberts Temecula Public Library 30600 Pauba Rd. Temecula, CA 92592
Turn ancestral research into engaging family stories. Our Writers Group focuses on transforming names, dates, and charts into meaningful narratives that preserve both past and present family history. Whether you’re new to writing or looking to refine your skills, join us to learn, share, and bring your ancestors to life through storytelling. |
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Wednesday, July 22
Planning our future... (TVGS Board Meetings)
2:00 pm Zoom only
The Board Meeting provides an opportunity for officers and board chairmen to review society business, discuss current projects, and plan future activities. Members are welcome to attend. Zoom link is available in the member's section. |
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Friday, July 24
The Declaration of Independence-Bonnie Hayosh (4th Friday- General Education)
10:00 am Zoom and Community Rm, Ron H. Roberts Temecula Public Library 30600 Pauba Rd. Temecula, CA 92592
'Timeline to the 250'
The Declaration of Independence: A Nation Declares Its Cause
In July 1776, the United States Declaration of Independence transformed protest into purpose. This presentation explores how the colonies formally broke from Britain, the ideas that shaped the document, and its lasting impact on the birth of a new nation.
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Monday, August 10
Dark-TVGS takes a break (General Meeting)
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Friday, August 14
Consultation- Kathy Fernandes (DNA Interest Group)
Zoom & Ron H. Roberts Temecula Public Library 30600 Pauba Rd. Temecula, CA 92592
This one-on-one time has prerequisites. Details to participate will announced. |
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Wednesday, August 19
Dark this month (Writers Group)
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm Zoom & Ron H. Roberts Temecula Public Library 30600 Pauba Rd. Temecula, CA 92592
Turn ancestral research into engaging family stories. Our Writers Group focuses on transforming names, dates, and charts into meaningful narratives that preserve both past and present family history. Whether you’re new to writing or looking to refine your skills, join us to learn, share, and bring your ancestors to life through storytelling. |
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Friday, September 11
Case Studies - Kathy Fernandes (DNA Interest Group)
10:00 am Location- TBA
This presentation describes how DNA was used to solve several unknown parentage cases, explains the analysis tools used, and identifies the lessons learned in each case.
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Monday, September 14
TBA (General Meeting)
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Wednesday, September 16
Share your Stories! (Writers Group)
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm Zoom & Ron H. Roberts Temecula Public Library 30600 Pauba Rd. Temecula, CA 92592
Turn ancestral research into engaging family stories. Our Writers Group focuses on transforming names, dates, and charts into meaningful narratives that preserve both past and present family history. Whether you’re new to writing or looking to refine your skills, join us to learn, share, and bring your ancestors to life through storytelling. |
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Wednesday, September 23
Planning our future... (TVGS Board Meetings)
2:00 pm Zoom only
The Board Meeting provides an opportunity for officers and board chairmen to review society business, discuss current projects, and plan future activities. Members are welcome to attend. Zoom link is available in the member's section. |
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Friday, October 9
Endogamy Explained - Kathy Fernandes (DNA Interest Group)
10:00 am Zoom & Ron H. Roberts Temecula Public Library 30600 Pauba Rd. Temecula, CA 92592
Endogamy is the practice of marrying within a limited community or group over many generations for cultural or religious reasons or due to geographic isolation. This presentation describes how to recognize endogamy in your family tree, explains its impact on evaluating DNA test results, and provides recommendations on how to deal with endogamy in your family research.
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Monday, October 19
Annual Genealogy Showcase (General Meeting)
TBA
America250: The People Behind the History
America250: The People Behind the History looks beyond the anniversary itself to explore how individual lives and family stories shaped the American experience. This genealogy showcase brings together multimedia resources and knowledgeable experts to help attendees connect their own ancestors to the events, places, and communities that formed the nation. Guided by the spirit of Our Shared Past, the event emphasizes that history did not end with a celebration—it lives on through the families who carried it forward.
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Wednesday, October 21
Share your Stories! (Writers Group)
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm Zoom & Ron H. Roberts Temecula Public Library 30600 Pauba Rd. Temecula, CA 92592
Turn ancestral research into engaging family stories. Our Writers Group focuses on transforming names, dates, and charts into meaningful narratives that preserve both past and present family history. Whether you’re new to writing or looking to refine your skills, join us to learn, share, and bring your ancestors to life through storytelling. |
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Wednesday, October 28
Planning our future... (TVGS Board Meetings)
2:00 pm Zoom only
The Board Meeting provides an opportunity for officers and board chairmen to review society business, discuss current projects, and plan future activities. Members are welcome to attend. Zoom link is available in the member's section. |
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Monday, November 9
TBA (General Meeting)
* possible date change due to holiday closure |
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Friday, November 13
Using DNA Test Results in Genealogical Research: A How-To Guide - Kathy Fernandes (DNA Interest Group)
10:00 am Location- TBA
This presentation provides step-by-step guidance on how to approach the analysis of DNA testing data and apply the results in your genealogical research. Topics covered include testing strategies, confirming relationships to family members tested, verifying the branches in your tree, identifying “surprise” cousins, and addressing brick walls in your distant ancestry.
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Wednesday, November 18
Share your Stories! (Writers Group)
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm Zoom & Ron H. Roberts Temecula Public Library 30600 Pauba Rd. Temecula, CA 92592
Turn ancestral research into engaging family stories. Our Writers Group focuses on transforming names, dates, and charts into meaningful narratives that preserve both past and present family history. Whether you’re new to writing or looking to refine your skills, join us to learn, share, and bring your ancestors to life through storytelling. |
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Wednesday, November 25
Planning our future... (TVGS Board Meetings)
2:00 pm Zoom only
** Date will change due to holiday** The Board Meeting provides an opportunity for officers and board chairmen to review society business, discuss current projects, and plan future activities. Members are welcome to attend. Zoom link is available in the member's section. |
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Monday, December 14
Holiday Buffet (Potluck) (General Meeting)
Join us for our annual Holiday Buffet Potluck, a time to share good food, warm conversation, and seasonal cheer. Bring a favorite dish to share and enjoy a relaxed gathering with friends as we celebrate the season together. |
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Wednesday, December 23
Planning our future... (TVGS Board Meetings)
2:00 pm Zoom only
** Date will change due to holiday** The Board Meeting provides an opportunity for officers and board chairmen to review society business, discuss current projects, and plan future activities. Members are welcome to attend. Zoom link is available in the member's section. |
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