WVGS offers a variety of classes from beginner to advanced to help you with your family history. Topics vary from year to year, but include genealogy research methods, record types, online resources, genealogy computer programs, technology aids, genetic genealogy, preserving memories and photos, and more.

Classes are usually held in the WVGS Library but some may be conducted virtually

Below is a table listing classes we currently plan to hold. As we have updates to the class plans, this table will be updated so that you can see what we plan to offer.

If you would like to attend a class that is not listed, you may suggest it to us by completing an email to
classes@azwvgs.org

Although online registration is preferred, you may also register with cash or check at WVGS monthly meetings or the WVGS Library. Classes are held in-person at the WVGS Library unless otherwise noted.

Check eNews, Tidbits, Facebook or the WVGS website regularly as classes are added throughout the year and some may be cancelled or rescheduled.

For further information, send e-mail to classes@azwvgs.org

To see the classes currently available for registration, go to Available Classes. Classes usually open for registration two to three months before the scheduled date.


Class Schedule
September 2023 – March 2024

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Day Date Time Title Instructor
Friday 09/15/2023 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. Novice Genealogy Barbara Stenberg
Saturday 09/16/2023 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Investigative Genetic Genealogy Bonnie Bossert
Monday 09/18/2023 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. WVGS Computer & Website Tutorial Lou McLean
Monday 10/16/2023 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. WVGS Computer & Website Tutorial Lou McLean
Friday 10/20/2023 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. Novice Genealogy Barbara Stenberg
Tuesday 10/24/2023 10:00 – 12:00 p.m. Digging Deeper into Vital Records Barbara Shroyer
Saturday 11/04/2023 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Finding Your Patriot DAR and SAR Representatives
Tuesday 11/07/2023 10:00 – 12:00 p.m. Researching in a New Geographic Area Adrienne Haupt
Saturday 11/11/2023 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. Building & Managing Your Family Tree on Ancestry Connie Sheets
Friday 11/17/2023 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. Novice Genealogy Barbara Stenberg
Monday 11/20/2023 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. WVGS Computer & Website Tutorial Lou McLean
Friday 12/08/2023 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. Getting the Most from Ancestry.com Connie Sheets
Friday 12/15/2023 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. MYX and Match DNA Bonnie Bossert
Monday 12/18/2023 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. WVGS Computer & Website Tutorial Lou McLean
Tuesday 01/09/2024 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Finding Your Patriot DAR and SAR Representatives
Monday 01/15/2024 10:00 – 12:00 a.m. WVGS Computer & Website Tutorial Lou McLean
Thursday 01/18/2024 10:00 – 11:30 p.m. Research in Salt Lake City Adrienne Haupt
Friday 01/19/2024 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. Novice Genealogy Barbara Stenberg
Saturday 01/20/2024 9:30 – 12:30 p.m. Analyzing and Citing Sources Connie Sheets
Monday 01/29/2024 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. DNA Kindergarten Bonnie Bossert
Friday 02/02/2024 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Finding Your Patriot DAR and SAR Representatives
Friday 02/16/2024 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. Novice Genealogy Barbara Stenberg
Friday 02/23/2024 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Artificial Intelligence for Genealogy Bonnie Bossert
Tuesday 02/27/2024 10:00 – 12:00 p.m. Using Ancestry DNA Tools Barbara Shroyer
Tuesday 03/05/2024 10:00 – 12:00 p.m. Researching in a New Geographic Area Adrienne Haupt
Friday 03/15/2024 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. Novice Genealogy Barbara Stenberg
West Valley Genealogical Society