Book Event: Meet the Authors

The California Genealogical Society is pleased to welcome authors Jean Wilcox Hibben, CG, and Gena Philibert Ortega. 

Jean is the author of Elisabeth: The Story of a German Immigrant, the story of her great-grandmother who left her homeland and five children to escape an abusive husband. The novel details Elisabeth's efforts to reunite her family in mid-late19th century Chicago and New York.

Gena's Family Kitchen: Discover Your Food Heritage and Preserve Favorite Recipes is a three-part keepsake that will help you celebrate your family recipes and record the precious memories they hold. The book will show you how to uncover historical recipes and food traditions which offer insight into your ancestors' everyday lives.

This book event is open to the public but seating is limited so pre-registration is requested. Please arrive early.