Introduction to Jewish Genealogy Class #3
2023-11-14 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Toronto)
Beth Radom Synagogue members only.
5 classes on Tuesdays. 7:30 – 9 pm, starting Oct 31 to Nov 28, 2023.

Writing Family Stories
2023-11-19 10:30 - 13:00 | Shaarei Shomayim Congregation, 470 Glencairn Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M5N 1V8, Canada
Join us to learn about how to improve your skills in Writing Family Stories
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Hybrid Program: Sunday, 19 November 2023, 10:30 am. ET
Speaker: Lil Blume. www.lilblume.ca
Non-members $5.00 at the door.
In-Person Shaarei Shomayim, 470 Glencairn Ave, Toronto ON M5N 1V8
Or Home Free Virtual Meeting

Hybrid Registration: jgstoronto.ca/register
In-Person Registration: Please let us know by email program@jgstoronto.ca

Introduction to Jewish Genealogy Class #4
2023-11-21 19:30 - 21:00

The Jews of the Balkans: Serbia and Romania
2023-11-22 19:00 - 21:30
JEWISH GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY OF TORONTO
GLOBAL HERITAGE SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP (SIG)
and CLASSI LECTURES
The Jews of the Balkans: Serbia and Romania
Speaker: Joseph Benatov

Wednesday 22 November 2023, 7:30 PM ET.
Virtual Meeting: Join from Home

As part of our continued partnership with Classi Lectures, JGS Toronto members can attend selected Classi lectures at no cost. To learn about upcoming lectures, held on, click on the links below.
22 Nov 2023: The Jews of the Balkans: Serbia and Romania with Joseph Benatov at 7:30 pm ET.

COMING UP: THE JEWS OF RUSSIA – A 4-PART SERIES WITH TRUDY GOLD on Wednesdays at 4 p.m. ET.

29 November: The Jews of Russia: From Catherine the Great to Alexander I
6 December: The Jews of Russia: Alexander II – The Czar Liberator
13 December: The Jews of Russia: From Poverty to Flight
20 December: The Jews of Russia: Jewish life in Russia 1881-1914

JGS Toronto Members. Registration at no cost at:
https://jgstoronto.ca/registration-for-member-only-programs/

Non-Members: Registration via Classi Lectures at the lecture links above.
Contact jscherer@jgstoronto.ca to join/register as a JGS Toronto member.
Note: The link will be sent to you on the morning of the lecture.
To our guests, consider joining our membership for only $40.00 CDN per year by Clicking Here or consider a donation by Clicking Here to assist us in continuing our mission of providing a forum for the exchange of genealogical knowledge and information. (Canadians will receive a CRA tax receipt.)

JGST Virtual Event: Special Interest Group Gil Bardige and Arthur Sussman Return
2023-11-26 10:30 - 12:00
Go to this link to view the full details of the program that Gil Bardage and Arthur Sussman will be presenting on Nov. 26th at 10:30 am ET.

JGST Virtual Event: DNA Workshop
2023-11-26 10:30 - 12:00
Gil Bardage and Arthur Sussman return once again to deliver a workshop entitled “3 Stools”.

Date: Nov. 26
Time: Doors open at 10.20; Event begins at 10:30
JEWISH GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY OF TORONTO

DNA SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP (SIG)
Q&A WORKSHOPS
Featuring our JGS Toronto members,
Gil Bardige and Arthur Sissman
Sunday, 26 November at 10:30 am ET
VIRTUAL MEETING: Join from Home
Virtual doors open at 10:20 am ET.

We are pleased to announce the return of our DNA Special Interest Group (SIG) program this year, featuring our esteemed members Gil Bardige and Arthur Sissman, both recognized as experts in Jewish DNA.
This is the first session of a four-part series featuring a presentation by Arthur Sissman titled “The 3-Legged Stool Protocol – for Genealogy and Genetic Genealogy.”
“The 3-Legged Stool Protocol” explores the integration of Name, Place, and DNA in genealogical and genetic research. This condensed introduction is designed for beginners but also offers valuable insights for individuals already utilizing family trees and DNA in their family research. Arthur will provide a brief overview of the concept during the session.
For attendees, an extensive Resource Guide will be made available during the presentation. For our members, the recording link and the Resource Guide will be available at our website area, Members Only section, Past Presentations and Workshops.
To register for this DNA SIG workshop, please go to jgstoronto.ca/register. You will then receive an immediate acknowledgement plus the link to access the event on 26 November.

The presentation will be recorded. It will be available to JGS Toronto members in the “Members Only” section of the Society website a few days after the event. It will also be available to non-member registrants for one week after the event in the “Registration” location.
To our guests, consider joining our membership for only $40.00 CDN per year by Clicking Here or consider a donation by Clicking Here to assist us in continuing our mission of providing a forum for the exchange of genealogical knowledge and information. (Canadians will receive a CRA tax receipt.)

Jewish Genealogical Society of Toronto
www.jgstoronto.ca
info@jgstoronto.ca
647-247-6414
Since 1985

Introduction to Jewish Genealogy Class #5
2023-11-28 19:30 - 21:00

THE JEWS OF RUSSIA - A 4-PART SERIES WITH TRUDY GOLD
2023-11-29 16:00 - 18:00
THE JEWS OF RUSSIA – A 4-PART SERIES WITH TRUDY GOLD on Wednesdays at 4 p.m. ET.

29 November: The Jews of Russia: From Catherine the Great to Alexander I
6 December: The Jews of Russia: Alexander II – The Czar Liberator
13 December: The Jews of Russia: From Poverty to Flight
20 December: The Jews of Russia: Jewish life in Russia 1881-1914

JGS Toronto Members. Registration at no cost at:
https://jgstoronto.ca/registration-for-member-only-programs/

Non-Members: Registration via Classi Lectures at the lecture links above.
Contact jscherer@jgstoronto.ca to join/register as a JGS Toronto member.
Note: The link will be sent to you on the morning of the lecture.
To our guests, consider joining our membership for only $40.00 CDN per year by Clicking Here or consider a donation by Clicking Here to assist us in continuing our mission of providing a forum for the exchange of genealogical knowledge and information. (Canadians will receive a CRA tax receipt.)

THE JEWS OF RUSSIA - A 4-PART SERIES WITH TRUDY GOLD
2023-12-06 16:00 - 18:00
THE JEWS OF RUSSIA – A 4-PART SERIES WITH TRUDY GOLD on Wednesdays at 4 p.m. ET.
6 December: The Jews of Russia: Alexander II – The Czar Liberator
13 December: The Jews of Russia: From Poverty to Flight
20 December: The Jews of Russia: Jewish life in Russia 1881-1914

JGS Toronto Members. Registration at no cost at:
https://jgstoronto.ca/registration-for-member-only-programs/

Non-Members: Registration via Classi Lectures at the lecture links above.
Contact jscherer@jgstoronto.ca to join/register as a JGS Toronto member.
Note: The link will be sent to you on the morning of the lecture.
To our guests, consider joining our membership for only $40.00 CDN per year by Clicking Here or consider a donation by Clicking Here to assist us in continuing our mission of providing a forum for the exchange of genealogical knowledge and information. (Canadians will receive a CRA tax receipt.)

Board Meeting
2023-12-11 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-01-08 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-02-12 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-03-11 19:30 - 21:00

THE JEWS OF RUSSIA - A 6-PART SERIES WITH TRUDY GOLD
2023-12-13 16:00 - 18:00
THE JEWS OF RUSSIA – A 6-PART SERIES WITH TRUDY GOLD on Wednesdays at 4 p.m. ET.
13 December: The Jews of Russia: From Poverty to Flight
20 December: The Jews of Russia: Jewish life in Russia 1881-1914

JGS Toronto Members. Registration at no cost at:
https://jgstoronto.ca/registration-for-member-only-programs/

Non-Members: Registration via Classi Lectures at the lecture links above.
Contact jscherer@jgstoronto.ca to join/register as a JGS Toronto member.
Note: The link will be sent to you on the morning of the lecture.
To our guests, consider joining our membership for only $40.00 CDN per year by Clicking Here or consider a donation by Clicking Here to assist us in continuing our mission of providing a forum for the exchange of genealogical knowledge and information. (Canadians will receive a CRA tax receipt.)

This is a Virtual Event: JGST in Partnership with Montreal JGS "Tackle Your Photos Today"
2023-12-13 19:30 - 22:00
This is a virtual Zoom event that is open to members of the Jewish Genealogical Society of Toronto and the Montreal Jewish Genealogical Society. A link will be sent to members who have registered on the day of the event.
Featured Speaker: Maureen Taylor
Open this link to see the details:

THE JEWS OF RUSSIA - A 6-PART SERIES WITH TRUDY GOLD
2023-12-20 16:00 - 18:00
THE JEWS OF RUSSIA – A 6-PART SERIES WITH TRUDY GOLD on Wednesdays at 4 p.m. ET.
20 December: The Jews of Russia: Jewish life in Russia 1881-1914
JGS Toronto Members. Registration at no cost at:
https://jgstoronto.ca/registration-for-member-only-programs/

Non-Members: Registration via Classi Lectures at the lecture links above.
Contact jscherer@jgstoronto.ca to join/register as a JGS Toronto member.
Note: The link will be sent to you on the morning of the lecture.
To our guests, consider joining our membership for only $40.00 CDN per year by Clicking Here or consider a donation by Clicking Here to assist us in continuing our mission of providing a forum for the exchange of genealogical knowledge and information. (Canadians will receive a CRA tax receipt.)

The Jews of Russia with Trudy Gold
2024-01-17 04:00 - 17:00
This event is free to members of JGS Toronto. Members should login to the website and register in the Members Area. Follow this link to check out this intriguing lecture.
Non-Members: Registration via Classi Lectures at the lecture links above.
Contact jscherer@jgstoronto.ca to join/register as a JGS Toronto member.
Note: The link will be sent to you on the morning of the lecture.
To our guests, consider joining our membership for only $40.00 CDN per year by Clicking Here or consider a donation by Clicking Here to assist us in continuing our mission of providing a forum for the exchange of genealogical knowledge and information. (Canadians will receive a CRA tax receipt.)

JGS Toronto Event: Using Online Newspapers for Genealogical Research
2024-01-17 19:30 - 21:00
This us a Zoom only presentation by Janice Sellers: See details here.

Poland SIG - Zoom Event for JGS Toronto Members
2024-01-23 19:30 - 21:30
Back to Basics with Hazel Boon. Open to members of JGST Toronto. This meeting replaces the SIG meeting that was scheduled for Dec. 21st, 2023

The Jews of Russia with Trudy Gold
2024-01-24 16:00 - 17:00
This online lecture with Trudy Gold of Classi Lectures is free to Toronto JGS members. Members will need to sign in to the website to register. The Jews of Russia
Non-Members: Registration via Classi Lectures at the lecture links above.
Contact jscherer@jgstoronto.ca to join/register as a JGS Toronto member.
Note: The link will be sent to you on the morning of the lecture.
To our guests, consider joining our membership for only $40.00 CDN per year by Clicking Here or consider a donation by Clicking Here to assist us in continuing our mission of providing a forum for the exchange of genealogical knowledge and information. (Canadians will receive a CRA tax receipt.)

JGS Toronto: Virtual Event - DNA Special Interest Group
2024-01-28 10:30 - 12:00
DNA SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP (SIG)
Q&A WORKSHOP
Featuring our JGS Toronto members,
Gil Bardige and Arthur Sissman

Sunday, 28 January 2024 at 10:30 am. ET
VIRTUAL MEETING: Join from Home
Virtual doors open at 10:20 a.m. ET

All are invited to participate in the second segment of our 4-part DNA Q&A Special Interest Group (SIG) meeting! Our DNA experts will commence the session with a brief educational presentation covering the basics of DNA or strategies for interpreting test results.
Here’s your chance to send in your DNA-related inquiries to our experts, who are here to aid your research. When you submit your questions, there might be a request for consent to potentially share your screen, DNA match names, and family tree members. This sharing enables others to learn from the techniques used by our experts. Please be sure to include comprehensive details with your question, highlighting your previous research. You’ll find the questionnaire form available on the registration page – please send your submissions before 14 January. This deadline ensures that our mavens can contact you for any extra information, if required.

Gil Bardige, originally from Chicago, has been a genealogist for over 40 years and a genetic genealogist since 2007. He has tested at the 4 major testing companies and is the Co-Administrator of 3 projects at FTDNA including Jewish R1B and R-A11711 Subclade Projects. He is Chair of the Columbus Ohio JGS, a volunteer at IAJGS Conferences (including the Program Committee), and Director of the Mentoring Program. Gil is a firm believer that you can use DNA results as a tool in your genealogy research. Over the last five years, he has regularly helped people navigate their DNA matches by speaking at dozens of Jewish genealogical societies. After his presentations, people say: “Thank you, Gil, I am no longer confused!”
Arthur Sissman, from Naples FL, has been engaged in family history genealogy since 1999 and genetic genealogy (DNA) since 2015. Arthur has built over 60 family history trees for his various family surname lines. In addition, he has tested his autosomal DNA at all the major DNA testing companies, and his Y-DNA and MtDNA at FamilyTreeDNA. Using his 3 Legged Stool Protocol – focusing on Surname, Place and DNA, Arthur has found relatives previously unknown to him and has built a current tree out to 1500 people, from Galicia/Romania, with over 50+ DNA matches across all branches. For information on Arthur’s Jewish Genealogy SIG monthly meetings and scheduled workshops, email genresearch13@yahoo.com.

To register for the DNA SIG event , please go to jgstoronto.ca/register. The questionnaire form can be found below the registration link.
You will then receive an immediate acknowledgement plus the link to access the event.

FAQ for this program

Who may register for this program?
Public

Is it being recorded?
Yes

Is the recording available to members
Yes

Is the recording available to non-members
No

JGST Virtual Event - The Jews of Hungary (1) From the Edict of Toleration to World War 1
2024-01-31 16:00 - 17:00
Wednesday January 31, 2024, 4:00 PM ET. Speaker: Trudy Gold
As part of JGS Toronto’s partnership with Classi Lectures, JGS Toronto members can attend Classi lectures at no cost. Learn the incredible history of the Jews of Hungary. Click on this link to view the details.

JGS Toronto Virtual Event in partnership with Classi Lectures - Theordore Herzl and Max Nordau of Budapest
2024-02-07 16:00 - 17:00
Lecture 2:
Theodor Herzl and Max Nordau of Budapest: Lecturer: Trudy Gold
Free To Members of JGS Toronto: Click here to register

JGST Virtual Event: Classi Lectures: The "Jewish/Soviet" Revolution, the White Terror, and Admiral Horthy Triumphant
2024-02-14 16:00 - 17:00
This is a continuation of the Classi Lecture Series on the Soviet Union and Hungary. Trudy Gold speaks on the topic of the “Jewish/Soviet Revolution”, the White Terror and Admiral Horthy Triumphant
This lecture series on Hungary is free to JGS Toronto Members: Click here to register

JGS Toronto: Virtual Lecture - Classi Lectures: Hungary 1919 - 1944 and the Fate of the Jews
2024-02-21 16:00 - 17:00
This is a continuation of the lecture series on Hungary hosted by Trudy Gold of Classi Lectures. Hungary 1919 – 1944 and the Fate of the Jews
JGS TORONTO GLOBAL HERITAGE SIG and CLASSI LECTURES
As part of our continued partnership with Classi Lectures, JGS Toronto members can attend selected Classi lectures at no cost. Learn about the incredible history of the Jews of Hungary.
THE JEWS OF HUNGARY – A 8-PART SERIES WITH TRUDY GOLD,
plus, Anna Porter on her book, The Kasztner Train
0n the eve of World War II, the Jewish community was the second largest in Europe, numbering almost 900,000 people, despite 100,000 having emigrated 1881-1914. The History of
This course will explore the triumphs and tragedy of this extraordinary community.
21 February – Lecture 4: Hungary 1919-1944 and the Fate of the Jews
28 February – Anna Porter on her book, The Kasztner Train
6 Mar (NEW DATE) – Lecture 5: The Nazis invade, and Eichmann Arrives in Hungary. The Strange Story of Kastner
13 Mar (NEW DATE) – Lecture 6: Good and Evil : Wallenberg and Lutz Rescuers, Arrow Cross, Hungarian murderers
8 May – Lecture 7: State of Israel v Malachiel Gruenwald – “ The Kastner Trial”
15 May – Lecture 8: The Eichmann Trial

JGS Toronto Members. Registration at no cost at:
https://jgstoronto.ca/registration-for-member-only-programs/

Non-Members: Registration via Classi Lectures at the lecture links above.
Contact jscherer@jgstoronto.ca to join/register as a JGS Toronto member.
Note: The zoom link will be sent to you on the morning of the lecture.
To discover how culture and learning unite through online lectures and in-person travels,
please visit Classi Learning.
The Classi Lecture Series is free to Members of JGS Toronto. Click here to register

JGS Toronto Zoom Event - Advance your Genealogical Research in Bessarabia/Moldova
2024-02-21 19:30 - 21:00
Guest Speaker is Yefim Kogan who emigrated to the U.S. in 1989 from Kishinev in Moldova. Open this link for details.

JGS Toronto Virtual Event - Poland Special Interest Group
2024-02-22 19:30 - 21:00
This is a Members Only virtual event. SIG Leader: Hazel Boon. Topic: Back to Basics

JGS Toronto: Virtual Event - Classi Lectures: The Kasztner Train
2024-02-28 16:00 - 17:00
JGS TORONTO GLOBAL HERITAGE SIG and CLASSI LECTURES
As part of our continued partnership with Classi Lectures, JGS Toronto members can attend selected Classi lectures at no cost. Learn about the incredible history of the Jews of Hungary.
THE JEWS OF HUNGARY – A 8-PART SERIES WITH TRUDY GOLD,
Wednesdays at 4 p.m. ET
0n the eve of World War II, the Jewish community was the second largest in Europe, numbering almost 900,000 people, despite 100,000 having emigrated 1881-1914. The History of the Jews of the Hungarian lands is an extraordinary one dating back nearly 2,000 years. They lived under Roman, Tribal, Christian and Moslem rule. The Jews were prominent in every walk of life – Politics, Science, Invention, Music, Theatre, Film, Banking, Business and the Professions. The Jews made up 23% of the population of the Capital, leading Budapest to be referred to as Judapest.
This course will explore the triumphs and tragedy of this extraordinary community.
28 February – Anna Porter on her book, The Kasztner Train
Click here to register for the Kastner Train (JGS Toronto members link)
6 Mar (NEW DATE) – Lecture 5: The Nazis invade, and Eichmann Arrives in Hungary. The Strange Story of Kastner Members click here to register for free
13 Mar (NEW DATE) – Lecture 6: Good and Evil : Wallenberg and Lutz Rescuers, Arrow Cross, Hungarian murderers
8 May – Lecture 7: State of Israel v Malachiel Gruenwald – “ The Kastner Trial”
15 May – Lecture 8: The Eichmann Trial

JGS Toronto Members. Registration at no cost at:
https://jgstoronto.ca/registration-for-member-only-programs/
Non-Members: Registration via Classi Lectures at the lecture links above.
Contact jscherer@jgstoronto.ca to join/register as a JGS Toronto member.
Note: The zoom link will be sent to you on the morning of the lecture.
To discover how culture and learning unite through online lectures and in-person travels,
please visit Classi Learning.
Members can register for any of these lectures for free:. Click here to register

JGS Toronto: Virtual Event - Classi Lectures - The Nazis invade and Eichmann Arrives
2024-03-06 16:00 - 17:00
Lecture # 5
This is a continuation of the Classi Lecture Series on Hungary. Trudy Gold speaks on the Nazi invasion of Hungary, the arrival of Adolph Eichmann and the “Strange Story of Kastner”. Members can attend for free by registering on the Front Page of the website.

JGS Toronto: Virtual Event - Classi Lecture 6 - Good and Evil:
2024-03-13 16:00 - 17:00
This is a continuation of the Classi Lecture Series on Hungary with Trudy Gold.
Lecture 6: Good and Evil:
Wallenberg and Lutz Rescuers, Arrow Cross, Hungarian Murderers.
This lecture series is free to the members of JGS Toronto. Click here to register
