JEWISH GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY OF GREATER MIAMI Genealogy Resources

 

Subject: Stay Connected: Genealogy Resources & Upcoming JGSGM Events

Dear Members and Friends,

I hope this message finds you well.

I'm pleased to share two outstanding genealogy calendar websites that will help you stay informed and take part in engaging programs happening locally, nationally, and worldwide.

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 1. ConferenceKeeper

Website: https://conferencekeeper.org
If you enjoy educational events related to genealogy, ConferenceKeeper is an essential (and free) resource. It offers:

• A searchable calendar with thousands of genealogy events

• Filters by topic, location, format (virtual or in-person), and cost

• A helpful FAQ page to guide you through using the site

Some events are free; others may have a small participation fee. It’s a great way to explore new topics and connect with the broader genealogy community.

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 2. L’DOR V’DOR Foundation

Website: https://ldvdf.org
Focused on Jewish genealogy, this site provides:

• Research guidance and project resources

• JCAT Project and JDAYS: Jewish genealogy events around the world

• The Weekly News Nosh: A monthly newsletter curated by Phil Goldfarb, President of the Jewish Genealogical Society of Tulsa

• Inspiring stories of discovery and a list of partners

 Read the June 1, 2025 issue of The Weekly News Nosh here:
https://ldvdf.org/newsnosh

As mentioned in past messages, virtual presentations hosted by genealogy societies worldwide offer invaluable learning opportunities. Many feature internationally respected experts—and thanks to Zoom, you can join from anywhere!

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 Upcoming JGSGM Events

1. Sunday, June 8 at 10:30 AM

Temple Beth Am Library
5950 Kendall Drive, Pinecrest, FL
Topic: Celebrating Shavuot – Ancient Traditions Meet Modern Times
Speaker: Michael Milgrom (JGSGM)
RSVP: jgsgmvpprogramming@gmail.com

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2. Thursday, June 26 from 1:00–2:30 PM

Northeast Aventura Library Branch
2930 Aventura Blvd., Aventura, FL
Topic: Who Are You and Who Are Your Ancestors?
JGSGM members will share family history stories and explore methodologies for genealogical discovery.

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 Individual Mentoring Sessions – June & July

Interested in beginning your family genealogy journey?
I am now scheduling individual mentoring sessions at the Aventura Library during June and July.
Please email me at jgsgm.president@gmail.com to arrange a time.

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Thank you for your continued interest and support. I encourage you to explore these excellent resources and join us at our upcoming programs.

Warm regards,
Paulette Bronstein
President
Jewish Genealogical Society of Greater Miami (JGSGM)
jgsgm.president@gmail.com

How I Created A Family Tree and Family History Book - February 25 at 1:30 p.m. at Oakmonte Residence

 

PRESENTS

DAVID LIGHT

HOW I CREATED A FAMILY TREE AND FAMILY HISTORY BOOK

YOU TOO CAN SHARE YOUR STORY WITH YOUR FAMILY

OAKMONTE RESIDENCE

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

1:30 P.M.

David will share and explain his genealogical methodology researching his family history. Without previous genealogy training or experience David was able to uncover family stories, create an extensive family tree, discover the history of his ancestral town, and translate a treasure trove of Yiddish letters sent by his great-great-grandfather.

Oakmonte Village of Davie

7201 Stirling Road

Davie, FL 33328

Guests are welcome.

Contact jgsgm.president@gmail.com for more information.

 

Discover Your Jewish Genealogical Roots - Thursdays Feb. 20, March 20 & April 17 Aventura Library 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.

 

Discover Your Jewish Genealogical Roots - January, February, March, April 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Northeast Dade-Aventura Library Branch

 Discover Your Jewish Genealogical Roots

Thursday, February 20: 1:00 - 2:30 PM

Thursday, March 20: 1 - 2:30 pM

Thursday, April 17: 1 - 2:30 PM

 Northeast Dade-Aventura Branch

2930 Aventura Blvd.

Aventura, Florida 33180

Age group:  Adult (19+)

event type:   

In-Person Genealogy Education Digital Literacy

Discover your family history with expert guidance from Paulette Bronstein, President of the Jewish Genealogical Society of Greater Miami. Whether you're new to genealogy research or have some experience, this workshop is a fantastic opportunity to learn how to trace your roots and uncover your ancestral stories. For more information, contact 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Renee Steinig - Yiddish guides for prospective U.S. citizens post on Jewishgen Discussion Group

 

"Make America Your Country as Well as Your Home" - Yiddish guides for prospective U.S. citizens 

 

Renee Steinig Jan 30   #691267    The Yiddish Book Center recently posted on its website an article entitled "Make America Your Country as Well as Your Home: Jewish immigration to the United States" https://www.yiddishbookcenter.org/language-literature-culture/vault/make-america-your-country-well-your-home    The article describes a booklet entitled “How to Take Out Your First Papers." First published as "an easy book in plain English for the coming citizen," it was republished in a combination of English and Yiddish in the early 1920s. To guide new immigrants through the process of filing the papers needed to become U.S. citizens, the booklet addressed matters such as English vocabulary needed to complete required paperwork, new laws about the citizenship of married women, and U.S. history and government. Several pages of the booklet appear in the article, as do links to other guidebooks in the Book Center's collection that were published in Yiddish to help those applying for U.S. citizenship: A follow-up to the English version of the featured booklet -- "How to Take Our Your Second or Citizen Papers" -- is available in full on GoogleBooks:  https://www.google.com/books/edition/How_to_Take_Out_Your_First_Papers/5AWRwVez1O4C?gbpv=1 Among its sections: "The Final Steps," "How to Become a Citizen," How to Take Out Second Papers," "What to Tell the Clerk," and "Facts You Must Know" -- all with details of interest to those researching naturalization records.   Renee   Renee Stern Steinig Dix Hills (Long Island) NY genmaven@gmail.com

JewishGen Sephardic Dispersion and A Guide to Sephardic Genealogy Wednesday, December 18th, 2924 at 2:00 PM ET

 

Avraham Groll via groups.jewishgen.org <agroll=jewishgen.org@groups.jewishgen.org>	1:27 PM (1 hour ago)
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Please join us for this week's JewishGen Talks webinar:

 

Topic: Post 1492 Sephardic Dispersion and A Guide to Sephardic Genealogy

When: TOMORROW, Wednesday, December 18th, 2024

Time: 2:00 PM ET

Speaker: Sarina Roffé

About the Talk: What happened in Spain? Why were the Jews expelled in 1492? How were they treated in the century before the expulsion? Where did they go? Sarina Roffe provides an overview of how Sephardic Jews dispersed around the globe after 1492 and discusses Sephardic resources for genealogy. 

Recording: Those who register for the webinar will have access to the recording before it is made available publicly.

https://tixoom.app/jewishgen/dru1lt9h

MIAMI JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL 2025

 

• This year's 28th Miami Jewish Film Festival is coming to you wherever you are! Discover bold new films, groundbreaking stories, visionary shorts, insightful panel discussions, talk-backs, and so much more in our Virtual Program featuring more than 80 film premieres from 20 countries that you can enjoy right from home and even stream directly on your TV.
• Explore the Miami Jewish Film Festival by clicking this link: https://watch.eventive.org/mjff
• Click this link for more information about the film festival: https://miamijewishfilmfestival.org/news/latest/mjff-2025/