DALLAS GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY

Grand Prairie Gen Soc Monthly Meeting
2023-04-06 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Grand Prarie Memorial Library, 901 Conover Drive, Grand Prarie, TX, 75051, United States
In-person & Virtual Event

Speaker: Patti Huff Smith

Topic: Introduction to DNA

There will be a Meet and Greet at 6:30 pm with the program beginning at 7:00 pm. Masks are optional.

If you are planning to request a link to the Virtual or Zoom Meeting, please do so as soon as possible so that the link can be given to each person in a timely manner.

To register, please send an email to info@gpgstx.org

About the Speaker: Patti is the Director of Education for the Dallas Genealogical Society and holds her membership there. She is also a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists, National Genealogy Society, Texas State Genealogical Society and several counties in Texas where her roots run deep.

Patti has pursued her passion for genealogy and family research since 2013.

Denton County Genealogical Society Meeting
2023-04-13 18:30 - 20:00 | Emily Fowler Central Library, 502 Oakland Street, Denton, TX, 76201, United States
Presenter: Bill Buckner

Topic: The 1890 Census Substitutes: Bridging the Gap (created by Buckner & Hannah Kubacak)

Learn gap-busting strategies such as using census substitutes, reconstructions and other enumerations. Learn which clues from familiar records can help you gain knowledge about your ancestors and bridge the gap.

Social time begins at 6:30pm with the program beginning at 7:00pm.

http://genealogydentontexas.org

About Bill

Genealogy supervisor of the Genealogy Center of the Waco-McLennan County Library for the past 24 years, Bill is committed to furthering information access, and the pursuit and sharing of knowledge. He initiated and co-hosts with the Central Texas Genealogical Society (CTGS) the popular annual Statewide Genealogy Lock-in. He also leads the McLennan County Cemetery Interest Group (MCCIG) to identify and inventory McLennan County cemeteries.

Bill has been a valued Texas State Genealogical Society volunteer for over a decade, serving as the TxSGS District 12/District H representative since 2009; TxSGS book awards committee member since 2009, and its chair since 2010; and the TxSGS awards chair since 2014. He was named a 2021 Texas State Genealogical Society Fellow. He holds a BS from Southwestern University, and a MS in library science from UNT. Bill is a fourth-generation Texan and lives in Temple with his family.

Cedar Hill Genealogy Society Monthly Program
2023-04-13 18:30 - 20:30 | Zula B. Wylie Public Library, 225 Cedar Street, Cedar Hill, TX, 75104, United States
Topic: Finding Your Roots – Vital Records

Presenter: Dave Klauck

Vital records, or vital statistics, are the official record of dates and details of births, marriage and death — BMD. They are also loaded with other genealogical data.

Dave will show us examples of what the records look like, what’s in them, and where to find them. We’ll also see what data may be flawed and how to spot it,

Dave is a member of the Cedar Hill Genealogy Society and has been an avid genealogist for over 25 years.

Our Meeting begins at 7:00 Thursday, April 13th but please join us at 6:30 PM for socializing and snacks. Admission is free and guests are always welcome.

Family Research Half-day Workshop
2023-04-15 14:00 - 17:00 | TX
Learn how to discover your family’s history! Come to a free family research workshop on Saturday, April 15, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m., at the Main County Library in Canton. The class, presented by the Van Zandt County Genealogical Society, features Donna Toups, researcher and librarian at the Wills Point LDS Family History Center. Beginner researchers are the focus of the class, but it will also give information of vital importance to advanced genealogists. Refreshments will be served, and attendees don’t have to be a member of the Genealogical Society to attend.

Donna Toups has taught Genealogical Society classes in the past, and has charmed and informed students by focusing on the sheer fun of family research. Bring your laptop and smartphone if you have them; the workshop will include computer research and the old-fashioned, non electronic kind. It will also offer attendees the chance to share stories with other researchers, and to get specific tips from Ms. Toups.

There has never been a better time to get involved in genealogy, or to sharpen your skills if you’ve already started. The Van Zandt County Genealogical Society hopes the April 15 workshop will help inspire researchers, both young and old, new and experienced.

DPL: How the Weather Affected Your Ancestor
2023-04-18 14:00 - 15:00 | 8th Floor – Genealogy Section, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library, 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
In-person & Virtual Event

Earthquakes! Tornadoes! Hurricanes! Droughts! Throughout history, weather has impacted the lives of our ancestors and caused disease, death, migration and property loss. Genealogy Specialist Ari Wilkins will present on how to use weather events described in newspapers to document the social history of your ancestors.

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Fort Worth Genealogical Society
2023-04-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Fort Worth History Center, 501 E. Bolt St., Fort Worth, Texas, 76110, United States
Topic: ADOPTION RESEARCH

Speaker: JANICE BLAKELY

Do you have adopted relatives wanting to trace their biological parentage? Are you uncertain how to trace their lines for them. There are SEARCH ANGELS out there who help with this. Often the answer is DNA. Please come hear Janice tell you her own advice gleaned through her own experiences with adoption research and family ties.

DNA Workshop
2023-04-29 09:00 - 14:30 | TX
DNA WorkshopBetween the Lines: What your ancestors didn’t tell you!Understanding and making the most of your DNA results.

Speaker: Patti Huff Smith, Dallas Genealogical Society Vice President

Using DNA in your genealogy research

Autosomal (atDNA) & yDNA testing

Understanding DNA Match comparison

A case study from 1818

And more!

Fort Worth Botanic Garden3220 Botanic Garden BlvdFort Worth, TX 76107

Register by April 21 Cost: $30

Make checks payable to:Fort Worth Chapter NSDARChristean Jenkins, Treasurer4817 Weyland DriveHurst, TX 76053

DPL: The Garsole in 20th Century Texas Mexican Dress and Culture
2023-05-02 14:00 - 15:00 | 8th Floor – Genealogy Section, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library, 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
In-person & Virtual Event

Lacking many formal records about her family, Genealogy Librarian Kat started learning about her ancestors by studying the culture and customs of the places they came from — like the foods they ate, the plants they used, and what clothes they wore. In this presentation, Kat will share information on what she learned about her great great grandmother and the clothes she might have worn while working in 20th century cotton fields in Texas. Learn about what life in Texas might have been like in the mid-20th century for your female ancestor, and how you can use your ancestor’s social history to better connect with your family’s past.

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Arlington Genealogical Society
2023-05-09 18:30 - 20:00 | Arlington Public Library, 100 South Center Street, Arlington, TX, 76010, United States
Speaker: Emily Richardson (remote speaking)

Topic: Changing Your Mindset to Breakdown Your Genealogical Wall

Collin County Genealogy Meeting
2023-05-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event
Speaker: Tony Hanson

Topic: Why Finding Atlantic Shipping Records Is Challenging

Zoom Only

Between 1500 and 1914 approximately 40 million people crossed the Atlantic and settled in the United States, and another 5 million settled, at least initially, in Canada. Finding records for these emigrants can be challenging and frustrating. This presentation will provide attendees with an understanding of how emigrants traveled to North America during this time-frame, an overview of the records that documented their journeys and a strategy for locating available records.

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Mesquite Historical & Genealogical Society Meeting
2023-05-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual Event
Speaker: Patti Huff Smith

Topic: ThruLines: How to Maximize Your Ancestry DNA Results

ThruLines is a powerful tool provided by Ancestry.com that can assist you in finding common ancestors with your DNA matches. If your DNA match has a public family tree, you can explore your match’s tree. With this information, you can verify the relationship path prediction to your common ancestor.

Understanding how ThruLines can work for you will give you the confidence to use it often!

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Cedar Hill Genealogy Society Monthly Program
2023-05-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Zula B. Wylie Public Library, 225 Cedar Street, Cedar Hill, TX, 75104, United States
Topic: Family History Workshop Do you want to know your family’s history? Don’t know how to start your family history? Do you have an ancestor who doesn’t want to be found? Do you have confusing information about an ancestor.

East Texas Genealogical Society
2023-05-13 14:00 - 16:00 | TX
In-person & Zoom

Speaker: Patti Huff Smith, DGS Vice Presiden

2-Hour DNA Workshop – Taking Your DNA Results to the Next Level with GEDmatch.com

Location: Tyler Public Library – Taylor auditorium at 201 S. College, Tyler, TX

There is much to learn about interpreting your DNA data from each of the Top 5 Testing Sites. In this 2-Hour DNA Workshop, Patti will review the benefits of 5 DNA Testing Sites and teach how to use the dynamic tools in GEDmatch.com. This website allows users to share their DNA information with others to accelerate genealogical research and perform many DNA match comparisons.

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DPL: Create an Interactive Book to Share Your Research with Your Family
2023-05-16 14:00 - 15:00 | 8th Floor – Genealogy Section, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library, 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
In-person & Virtual Event

We’ve all seen family member’s eyes glaze over when we talk about our genealogy research findings. Expert Genealogist and Guest Lecturer Bernard Meisner will show a new interactive and engaging way to share genealogical research with family members. By creating an interactive electronic book, you can share pictures, articles, maps and movies that documented the lives and experiences of your ancestors.

This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.

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Bay Area Genealogical Society Meeting
2023-05-26 19:00 - 20:30 | TX
Speaker: Patti Smith, Dallas Genealogical Society VP

Topic: Thrulines: Maximize Your Ancestry DNA Results

Understanding how to effectively use ThruLines can help individuals avoid common pitfalls such as the temptation of gathering unverified relatives to grow their family tree, contaminating the Ancestry database with unnecessary and incorrect data, and trusting the accuracy of the family tree of DNA matches. Learn how to effectively use ThruLines to make ancestral connections with your DNA matches.

Live Virtual

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Handout – ThruLines: Maximize DNA Results (9 pages)

Van Zandt County Monthly Meeting
2023-05-27 14:00 - 16:00 | Van Zandt County Sarah Norman Library, 317 First Monday Lane (Hwy 859), Canton, Texas
Speaker: Tamara Hallo, MLS

Topic: Becoming a Genealogy Detective

This presentation will show genealogists how to freshen up their approach to researching their family, by applying the methods Sherlock Holmes would use to solve a crime. Anyone who likes a good mystery will get a lot out of this presentation.

Ms. Hallo, owner of Hallo Genealogy Services, LLC is an educator, librarian, and professional genealogist. She has over 25 years of experience as an educator and holds a Master in Library Science degree as well as a certificate of genealogical research from Boston University. Tamara speaks on genealogical topics to both in-person and virtual audiences. She specializes in Southern United States research.

DPL: Preserving Family Memories: Scanning
2023-05-30 14:00 - 15:00 | 8th Floor – Genealogy Section, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library, 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
In-person & Virtual Event

Do you have a big family gathering coming up this summer, such as a family reunion, a graduation, or another celebration? Do you have photos, scrapbooks, or slides that you want to digitize to share with family? Learn about the ins and outs of family history scanning and digitization with Genealogy & History Manager Stephanie Bennett.

*In-person attendees will get a tour of the Heritage Lab – a space for DIY scanning & digitizing available for all J. Erik Jonsson Central Library visitors.

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NGS 2023 Family History Conference
2023-05-31 08:00 - 2023-06-03 17:00 | Greater Richmond Convention Center, 403 N 3rd St, Richmond, Virginia, 23219, United States
The National Genealogical Society 2023 Family History Conference, 31 May-3 June in Richmond, Virginia, at the Greater Richmond Convention Center.

Virginia: Deep Roots of a Nation

Register either for attendance in Richmond or Online at Home. The in-person conference features three days of concentrated learning for everyone interested in family history from beginners to professional genealogists. Online at Home will offer ten lectures, live-streamed (five each day) on Friday and Saturday, 2–3 June. Everyone who registers for the in-person program will receive complimentary access to Online at Home.

Conference Program

Descriptions of sessions, speakers, events, exhibitor and sponsor information, and more are on the conference website now. Detailed information with the full conference schedule will be available as a PDF later in January.

COVID-19 and Registration PoliciesNGS is committed to protecting the health and safety of attendees, speakers, exhibitors, sponsors, volunteers, and staff and has updated its COVID-19 policies for 2023. Please review all registration policies on the conference website.

Youth and Organization Member RegistrationA discounted registration is available for all full-time students up to the age of twenty-three. NGS organization members can register up to three leaders at the discounted individual member rate for the full conference and FOCUS even if those people are not NGS members. Please contact registrar@ngsgenealogy.org for details and to register using these discounts.

Rockwall County Genealogical Society
2023-06-01 18:00 - 20:00 | TX
Speaker: Patti Smith, VP DGS

Topic: Mothers: Generation-to-Generation

Rockwall County Library (Genealogy section)1215 E. Yellow Jacket Ln.Rockwall, TX 75087

About Patti

Patti is currently serving on the Board of Directors for the Dallas Genealogy Society (since 2017). In December 2019, she was awarded, “Volunteer of the Year.” She also holds membership at: Angelin County, Hill County, Johnson County, Navarro County, Central Texas (Waco), Texas State Genealogical Society and the National Genealogical Society. She’s a member of the Coppell Historical Society and formed a monthly Coppell Genealogy Special Interest Group in January 2020. Patti completed the 15 week Certificate of Genealogy Research through the Boston University – December 22, 2020

Also, she completed the YourDNA Guide – 5-week “The Academy DNA Skills Workshop” with Diahan Southard – February 2021.

Grand Prairie GS Monthly Meeting
2023-06-01 18:30 - 20:30 | Grand Prarie Memorial Library, 901 Conover Drive, Grand Prarie, TX, 75051, United States
In-person & Virtual Event

Speaker: Peter Sime, Grand Prairie Library Director

Program: A Night With Peter Sime, Grand Prairie Library Director

Join us as Peter Sime, Library Director, gives us the history of the library and answers questions about the many programs and services offered.

Everything you always wanted to know about the Grand Prairie Memorial Library and its many resources.

There will be a Meet and Greet at 6:30 pm with the program beginning at 7:00 pm. Masks are optional.

If you are planning to request a link to the Virtual or Zoom Meeting, please do so as soon as possible so that the link can be given to each person in a timely manner.

To register, please send an email to info@gpgstx.org

About the Speaker: Peter has worked for the library for 24 years, starting as a part-time library aide. He received his Masters in Library Science from TWU in 2012 and became Library Director in May of 2022. Before starting a career in libraries, he worked in the film and television industry in the DFW area.

International German Genealogy Partnership Conference
2023-06-09 - 2023-06-11 | TX
Join us June 9-11, 2023 in Fort Wayne, Indiana, USA for the next International German Genealogy Partnership Conference! Our co-host is the Allen County Public Library Genealogy Center. Volunteers are needed to help plan this in-person conference as well as its virtual components.

Volunteer today! info@iggp.org. Read the news release and share the save the date flyer. (English)

Texas Institute of Genealogical Research
2023-06-12 - 2023-06-16 | TX
Registration is Open!

The Texas State Genealogical Society (TxSGS) is excited to announce that registration will open Thursday, March 2, 9:00 a.m. central time for our upcoming week-long Texas Institute for Genealogical Research (TIGR)!

Held virtually, TIGR 2023 takes place June 12-16, 2023.

What is TIGR?TIGR promotes learning in an instructional classroom atmosphere, taking each attendee’s skills to another level. A course coordinator and instructors lead students for five days in the same virtual classroom on a progression of topics on the same subject. This format provides a hands-on learning experience during the week along with great discussions with your instructors and classmates. Learn more about TIGR here!

TIGR RegistrationRegister during early bird registration (now through midnight April 15, 2023) and save. TxSGS members automatically receive an additional discount. Not a member? Join now!

Don’t delay – seating is limited and courses fill up fast.

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CoursesTIGR 2023 has expanded to seven courses that create a unique learning experience for those researching ancestors.

Course 1 – “A Walk Through a Texas Courthouse,” led by Kelvin L. Meyers

Course 2 – “Moving Up to Glory Land – The Southern States After Reconstruction towards the New Century” led by J. Mark Lowe, FUGA

Course 3 – “Legally Texas: Advanced Legal Research in the Lone Star State” led by Judy G. Russell, CG®, CGL(sm)

Course 4 – “Fundamentals of Forensic Genealogy” led by Catherine Desmarais, CG®

Course 5 – “Researching Families of Mexican Descent on Both Sides of the Border” led by Colleen Robledo Greene, MLIS

Course 6 – “Researching African Americans Before and After the Civil War in the U.S.“ led by Ari Wilkins

Course 7 – “Intermediate and Advanced DNA for Genealogists“ led by Paul Woodbury

Each of these courses includes sessions taught by nationally-recognized faculty who are experts in their genealogical fields.

To learn more, see the TIGR 2023 course descriptions, which includes links to the course schedules and faculty.

DPL: Writing your Immigrant Ancestor's Story
2023-06-13 14:00 - 15:00 | 8th Floor – Genealogy Section, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library, 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
In-person & Virtual Event

June is Immigrant Heritage Month – an annual celebration recognizing immigrants’ experience, contributions and achievements throughout our country’s history. Genealogy & History Manager Stephanie Bennett will take you step-by-step how she started writing the story of her immigrant grandmother, a Lebanese entrepreneur and business owner for over 40 years. Learn how to incorporate family research, oral histories, photos, and more into your own family’s immigration story.

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Arlington Genealogical Society
2023-06-13 18:30 - 20:00 | Arlington Public Library, 100 South Center Street, Arlington, TX, 76010, United States
Speaker: O.K. Carter

Topic: All Things Arlington

Collin County Genealogy Meeting
2023-06-14 18:00 - 20:30 | Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Road, Plano, TX, 75075, United States
Speaker: Cheryl Smith

Genealogy Center: How it can help you with your Family Research

Find out what the Center can provide you through books, maps, microfilm and databases. The collection includes Collin County and an excellent collection of books for the United States from the East to West coast. Additionally many reference books for beginners to advanced researchers to guide you in the process of searching for your family. Take a behind the scenes tour of the Genealogy Center and Archives. Genealogy Center website

The meeting will take place in the Genealogy Center.

Register in advance for the meeting.

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FamilySearch Texas Connect
2023-06-17 10:00 - 11:00 | TX
FamilyTree DNA – More than just Ethnicity

How Y and MTDNA can help your research!

Learn how to reach your ancestors beyond the 5th or 6th generation threshold.

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ZOOM CALL

Janine Cloud

Janine is a 5th generation Texan and a registered member of the Cherokee Nation. She began working at FamilyTreeDNA in 2011. She currently serves as the Group Projects – Events Manager for FamilyTreeDNA, a company that is one of the top 5 DNA companies in the country, based here in Texas, and the only one that does specialized testing.

DPL: Talking about Tenth Street: A Juneteenth Event
2023-06-17 11:00 - 12:00 | 7th Floor – O’Hara Hall – J. Erik Jonsson Central Library, 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
In-person Only

7th Floor O’Hara Hall, J. Erik Jonsson Central Library, 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX

The Dallas History & Archives Division, in partnership with the Tenth Street Residents’ Association, celebrates the rich history of the Tenth Street neighborhood with a morning of activities honoring the historic neighborhood.

11:00 a.m. – Donald Payton, known as the “unofficial historian of Black Dallas,” will discuss the history of Tenth Street, Dallas’ 12th historic district, one of the only remaining intact Freedman’s Towns in the nation, as well as the history of The Bottom.

11:30 a.m. – Musician Stanley Glenn will give a performance of music by blues artist T-Bone Walker. Walker is a famous historical figure from Tenth Street.

*No registration is required*

DPL: Get Started with Your Genealogy
2023-06-24 14:00 - 15:00 | 8th Floor – Genealogy Section, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library, 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
In-person Only

If you’ve never taken the plunge to look into your family’s history, this program will help you know how to get started! Genealogy & History staff take you back to the beginning with step-by-step instructions on how to get started researching YOUR family’s history. Learn how to set reasonable goals for your research, how to create an online tree and how to navigate popular genealogical websites. After the program, staff are available to assist beginning researchers on library computers.

*No registration is required

Van Zandt County Monthly Meeting
2023-06-24 14:00 - 16:00 | Van Zandt County Sarah Norman Library, 317 First Monday Lane (Hwy 859), Canton, Texas
Speaker: LaDonna Garner

Topic: Recording Family Health History

Family research is about more than names and dates. It can yield information on one’s health. LaDonna Garner will present “Recording Family Health History.” Knowing one’s health history and passing it on to one’s children and grandchildren–has become a crucial for many families.

Come learn about this important aspect of genealogy.

Ms. Garner, a genealogist and a sought-after speaker, has a Masters Degree in Historic Preservation, anddoes consulting work on a wide variety of family research topics. Her business, Leafseeker Consulting,provides genealogy and historic preservation services to her clients. See her website at leafseeker.com/.

DPL: Basic Genealogy Research using HeritageQuest
2023-06-27 14:00 - 15:00 | 8th Floor – Genealogy Section, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library, 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
In-person & Virtual Event

HeritageQuest® Online, powered by Ancestry.com, is an American genealogy database with primary sources, local and family histories, research guides, interactive census maps, and much more. Available with your Dallas Public Library card, HeritageQuest’s over 4.4 billion records can be searched from the comfort of your own living room.

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