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Are you interested in researching family history and looking for a local network of experts and enthusiasts? The Jewish Genealogy Society of Southern Nevada (JGSSN), founded in 1996, is a nonprofit organization run entirely by volunteers. We provide programs, support, and guidance to help you find and use genealogical resources—locally in Las Vegas and around the world. We welcome all levels of experience, from beginners to advanced researchers, and encourage members to learn from one another in a collaborative environment. Explore our Meetings and Resources pages to see upcoming events and helpful links and tools. Why Join JGSSN? Membership supports our programs and provides additional opportunities to learn, connect, and grow:
👉 Learn more about membership / Join here. If you would like to be added to our mailing list and be the first to learn about future lectures and meetings, please send a request including your name and email address to [email protected]. |
Upcoming Meetings
Sunday, June 14, 2026: Guest speaker Peter Morgan will present, "How Jews came to Britain, fleeing Nazi persecution in the 1930s"
See the Meetings page for more details.
This meeting is via Zoom.
Sunday, July 19, 2026; Guest speaker, Alex Prizgintas, will present " Borscht Belt Artifacts: Relics of the Catskill Resort Age."
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This meeting is via Zoom.
Sunday, August 16, 2026: Guest speaker Hal Bookbinder will present, "Ships of Our Ancestors"
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This meeting is via Zoom.
Sunday, September 27, 2026: Guest speaker Bekah Purcell will present - lecture description coming soon
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October 18, 2026: "A Day of Individual Help - from JGSSN mentors"
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November 15, 2026