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The Italian Interest Group offers top-quality presentations by leading experts in Italian genealogy, history, and archival research. Our speakers offer both practical guidance and deep insights into Italian records, covering basic to advanced research techniques for navigating Italian civil and parish records and archives. Our events are designed to inspire, educate, and facilitate amazing discoveries.
No matter where you live or where your Italian ancestors came from, we are here to assist in your journey. Join us at our presentations and bring your Italian family history to life.
Meeting Days/Times
The Italian Interest Group meets virtually on Zoom on the third Saturday of the month, 1:30pm Pacific Time. (No meetings in December, July or August.) Meetings are open to all at no cost, but attendees must sign up here in advance. Donations appreciated.
IIG Meeting - April 2026
This April presentation is a different presentation than the February presentation.
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18-April-2026 (Saturday)
1:30 pm (PT)
Exploring Italian Catholic Parish Registers
Suzanne Russo Adams
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Description: “Exploring Italian Catholic Parish Registers” introduces researchers to the rich genealogical and historical information found in parish records across Italy. This session will cover how to identify the correct parish and diocese for your ancestors, and how to locate and interpret key sacramental records—baptisms, confirmations, marriages, and burials. Participants will gain practical strategies for navigating these records and understanding the valuable details they contain for family history research.
Presenter Bio:Suzanne Russo Adams, MA, AG®, is an Associate Professor of family history and the Director of the Center for Family History and Genealogy at Brigham Young University. An Accredited Genealogist® specializing in Italian research, she holds degrees in Family History/Genealogy and Sociology, as well as a master’s degree in History. With over 25 years of experience in the genealogy field, Suzanne has worked extensively in record acquisition, strategy, and content digitization for Ancestry.com and FamilySearch.org. She is the author of “Finding Your Italian Ancestors: A Beginner’s Guide“.
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We do not charge any fees to attend our webinars. All of our programs are made possible through the generosity of our community. Your donation directly supports the Italian Interest Group by funding guest speakers and special presentations for those researching Italian ancestry. All contributions are processed through our parent organization, the Eastside Genealogical Society, a 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit. This means your donation to the Italian Interest Group is tax‑deductible. Tax ID: 91‑1205979
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Mail a check payable to “Eastside Genealogical Society” with the notation “IIG donation” and sending it to Eastside Genealogical Society, PO Box 374, Bellevue, Washington 98009-0374