William Stanford
William Stanford
William Townsend Stanford (1867-1964) was named Vallejo's first Chief of Police on April 4th, 1900. He was a Mare Island Naval Shipyard mechanic with no prior law enforcement experience. He continued to serve as Chief of Police until his retirement in 1936. Photo courtesy of the Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum.
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The Journey: Mapping Your Ancestors!
Thursday, October 1
The Journey: Mapping Your Ancestors!  (Speaker Series)
1:30 pm
Via Zoom
 
Genealogy Society of Vallejo-Benicia's October 1st speaker is Carla Zimowsk.
 
Her topic is "The Journey: Mapping Your Ancestors!"
 
Trace your ancestors’ journeys using mapping tools like Google Earth, ArcGIS, and built-in mapping features of genealogy software. Explore ancestral homes and neighborhoods through
current and historical maps, discover their F.A.N. (friends, associates, neighbors) networks, and learn about key resources such as the David Rumsey Map Collection, Sanborn Fire Maps, and Bureau of Land Management Maps.
 
Carla Zimowsk blends her 25 years of IT management at Princeton University’s History Department with her 30+ years of genealogy experience. She holds a Masters in Information
Studies from Rutgers University, a Certificate in Genealogical Research from Boston University and has been published in the Chicago Genealogist. Carla is owner of AncestorTech® LLC and specializes in teaching technology-focused genealogy classes.
 
 
GSVB Members will automatically receive a Zoom invitation that will be sent out a couple of days before the meeting.
 
Non-Members: If you are interested in attending, please send an e-mail to GSVBzoom@gmail.com to request a Zoom invitation. 
 
The Zoom meeting time is at 1:30 pm Pacific Time. 
 
The event is FREE.   All are welcome.
 
More information on the event can be found on the Genealogy Society of Vallejo-Benicia’s website at www.gsvb.org and Facebook page at www.facebook.com/GSVB.org


Lost Canadians, Border Crossings, and Citizenship by Descent
Thursday, November 5
Lost Canadians, Border Crossings, and Citizenship by Descent  (Speaker Series)
1:30 pm
Via Zoom
Kathryn Lake Hogan 
Hailing from Southwestern Ontario, Kathryn's lineage includes a mixture of Canadian, Loyalist and New England branches and roots connecting her to England and Wales. But her passion doesn't stop at her own genealogy; Kathryn's mission is to help others discover their Canadian ancestral connections.
 
Kathryn's dynamic presentations, ranging from society meetings to genealogical research institutes in Canada and the United States, have earned her a reputation as one of the leading voices in Canadian genealogy. Whether you've attended one of her sessions or tuned into her "Genealogy with a Canadian Twist" webinars, you've likely felt the excitement of Kathryn's dedication.
 
Kathryn's commitment goes beyond her business. She believes in nurturing and growing the genealogy community. Having served in leadership roles for notable organizations such as Ontario Ancestors, the Association of Professional Genealogists, and the United Empire Loyalists Association of Canada, she continues to champion greater accessibility, inclusivity, and diversity in family history.
 
 
GSVB Members will automatically receive a Zoom invitation that will be sent out a couple of days before the meeting.
 
Non-Members: If you are interested in attending, please send an e-mail to GSVBzoom@gmail.com to request a Zoom invitation. 
 
The Zoom meeting time is at 1:30 pm Pacific Time. 
 
The event is FREE.   All are welcome.
 
More information on the event can be found on the Genealogy Society of Vallejo-Benicia’s website at www.gsvb.org and Facebook page at www.facebook.com/GSVB.org


Holiday Pot Luck and Elections
Thursday, December 3
Holiday Pot Luck and Elections  (Annual Holiday Meeting)
12:00 pm
Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum
Potluck, Round Table Discussion & Elections 
12:00 pm at the Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum (not on Zoom)
This is the Genalogy Society of Vallejo-Benicia Annual POTLUCK Meeting. We will elect the Board for 2027. Bring a labeled dish to share for our potluck.  Drinks will be provided. 
 
Please note the 12 NOON Start Time at the Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum.
 
Everyone can share what we have been working on.  We can talk about what we have found, what we are stuck on, and anything else that comes to mind. You might like to share a picture or artifact related to your search.
 
 Please contact us at 707-334-0675 or president@gsvb.org if you are interested in attending