GSBC 2026 Seminar: A Deep-Dive into New Jersey Research

GSBC 2026 SEMINAR
A Deep-Dive into New Jersey Research
Melissa A. Johnson
Saturday, 2 May 2026, 9:15am–3:30pm
In-Person @ The Ridgewood Public Library
Tickets $40–$50; Add-on Catered Lunch Option Available for $8

Register at njgsbc.square.site >

Please join us for our 2026 Seminar, featuring renowned genealogical speaker Melissa A. Johnson. It will be a full day of learning about New Jersey research including four lectures, door prizes, conviviality, one-on-one sharing of genealogical hints and tips, morning refreshments, and extended Q&A time with our speaker.

Catered lunch available as an add-on option for $8—or bring your own! Make selection when registering.

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SEMINAR PRESENTER

Melissa A. Johnson is a genealogist, writer, and editor. Her work currently focuses on personal projects involving families from New Jersey, England, American Samoa, and Lackawanna County, PA. Melissa's research and writing has been published in the National Genealogical Society Quarterly, New York Genealogical & Biographical Record, NGS Magazine, Association of Professional Genealogists Quarterly, Genealogical Magazine of New Jersey, and numerous other publications. Melissa is currently the Program Director for Boston University’s genealogy studies programs, and has taught at the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy, Institute for Genealogy and Historical Research, and the Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh. She has previously held several leadership positions locally in New Jersey and nationally on genealogy boards and organizations, and has served as an editor and columnist for Association of Professional Genealogist, National Genealogical Society, and local publications.

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SEMINAR SCHEDULE

9:15 am—Welcome and Refreshments (Included with your ticket!)
Coffee/tea and assortment of breakfast snacks.

SEMINAR PRESENTATIONS

SESSION 1
Proprietary and Colonial New Jersey Research

SESSION 2
Land, Tax & Estate Records in the Garden State

SESSION 3
New Jersey Vital Records, Adoption & Divorce

SESSION 4
Case Studies in New Jersey Genealogy

REGISTRATION

All registrations include morning refreshments (coffee/tea, snacks), lunch, and assorted beverages.
The auditorium at the Ridgewood Public Library is handicapped-accessible. Seminar seats are limited, so register early!

GSBC Members = $40 per person
Non-Members = $50 per person
Optional Add-On for Catered Lunch = $8 per person

Register at njgsbc.square.site >

Note:
– Complete a separate form for each registrant.
– GSBC Family Members (two individuals residing at the same address) will receive the Membership rate for each Family Member, up to two registrations, at the GSBC Member rate.

Questions? contact@njgsbc.org