Looking For My Roots

I’m attending the genealogy conference organized by the Sociedad Puertorriqueña de Genealogía in San Juan (October 23-26). I have greatly enjoyed the camaraderie among attendees and presenters, especially under the leadership of Dra. Norma A. Feliberti Aldebol and Sra. Rosana Medina Peraza, president and vice president of the Sociedad. You can explore the conference overview here: genealogiapr.com Centro de Información “Haciendo las Américas – Resúmenes de Conferencias”.

I will post my experiences after the conference.

The event continues for a few more days. I want to reach out to my community here to continue this sense of community online. I’m inviting genealogists who feel more comfortable in English, Spanish, or a mix of both to join another venue.
Earlier this year, I founded a Zoom-based group: the Puerto Rican Genealogy Group.

Are you ready to explore your Puerto Rican roots? Join us—a warm, grassroots community dedicated to helping everyone, from newcomers to seasoned researchers, dive into their ancestry. Bring your questions, your discoveries, and your curiosity.

What we offer:

• Monthly online meetings (via Zoom) on the 2nd/3rd Monday of each month at:
  • EST: 7 pm
  • Puerto Rico Time: 8 pm
  • PST: 4 pm
• Sessions that teach genealogy techniques tailored for Puerto Rican research.
• Opportunities to share discoveries, strategies and research ideas with peers.
• Expert-led presentations and interactive Q&A’s.
• Step-by-step guidance for beginners looking to get started.

Our group builds on the vibrant discussions in Facebook communities like Genealogía De Puerto Rico / Genealogy of Puerto Rico and Puerto Rican Genealogy—but adds the power of live events, structured learning, and deeper engagement.

Get involved:

Visit our Google Site: https://sites.google.com/view/puertoricangenealogygroup/

Please email us at puertoricangenealogygroup@gmail.com to join our email list and receive meeting invites.

Come as you are—bring your questions, your curiosity, and the desire to preserve your family story. Let’s uncover, connect, and preserve together.