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SUMMARY:East Texas Genealogical Society
DESCRIPTION:In-person & Zoom \n\n\n\nSpeaker: Patti Huff Smith\, DGS Vice Presiden \n\n\n\n2-Hour DNA Workshop – Taking Your DNA Results to the Next Level with GEDmatch.com \n\n\n\nLocation: Tyler Public Library – Taylor auditorium at 201 S. College\, Tyler\, TX \n\n\n\nThere 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. \n\n\n\nHandout
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/east-texas-genealogical-society/
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230516T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230516T150000
DTSTAMP:20230426T203031Z
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SUMMARY:DPL: Create an Interactive Book to Share Your Research with Your Family
DESCRIPTION:In-person & Virtual Event  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’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. \n\n\n\nThis event is sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/dpl-create-an-interactive-book-to-share-your-research-with-your-family/
LOCATION:8th Floor – Genealogy Section\, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library\, 1515 Young Street\, Dallas\, TX\, 75201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230526T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230526T203000
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SUMMARY:Bay Area Genealogical Society Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Patti Smith\, Dallas Genealogical Society VP \n\n\n\nTopic: Thrulines: Maximize Your Ancestry DNA Results \n\n\n\nUnderstanding 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. \n\n\n\nLive Virtual \n\n\n\nRegister here A confirmation email with details will be sent to your inbox. \n\n\n\nHandout – ThruLines: Maximize DNA Results (9 pages)
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/bay-area-genealogical-society-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230527T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230527T160000
DTSTAMP:20230516T210610Z
CREATED:20230516T210101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T210610Z
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SUMMARY:Van Zandt County Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Tamara Hallo\, MLS \n\n\n\nTopic: Becoming a Genealogy Detective \n\n\n\nThis 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.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMs. 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.
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/van-zandt-county-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:Van Zandt County Sarah Norman Library\, 317 First Monday Lane (Hwy 859)\, Canton\, Texas
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230530T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230530T150000
DTSTAMP:20230426T203504Z
CREATED:20230426T203503Z
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UID:31877-1685455200-1685458800@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:DPL: Preserving Family Memories: Scanning
DESCRIPTION:In-person & Virtual Event  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo 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. \n\n\n\n*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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/dpl-preserving-family-memories-scanning-2/
LOCATION:8th Floor – Genealogy Section\, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library\, 1515 Young Street\, Dallas\, TX\, 75201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230531T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230603T170000
DTSTAMP:20230211T222109Z
CREATED:20230110T173224Z
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SUMMARY:NGS 2023 Family History Conference
DESCRIPTION:The National Genealogical Society 2023 Family History Conference\, 31 May-3 June in Richmond\, Virginia\, at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. \n\n\n\nVirginia: Deep Roots of a Nation \n\n\n\nRegister 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. \n\n\n\nConference Program \n\n\n\nDescriptions 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. \n\n\n\nCOVID-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.  \n\n\n\nYouth 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.
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/ngs-2023-family-history-conference/
LOCATION:Greater Richmond Convention Center\, 403 N 3rd St\, Richmond\, Virginia\, 23219\, United States
CATEGORIES:National Conferences,Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230601T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230601T200000
DTSTAMP:20230601T175936Z
CREATED:20230601T175743Z
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SUMMARY:Rockwall County Genealogical Society
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Patti Smith\, VP DGS \n\n\n\nTopic: Mothers: Generation-to-Generation \n\n\n\nRockwall County Library (Genealogy section)1215 E. Yellow Jacket Ln.Rockwall\, TX 75087 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Patti \n\n\n\nPatti 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  \n\n\n\nAlso\, she completed the YourDNA Guide – 5-week “The Academy DNA Skills Workshop” with Diahan Southard – February 2021.
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/rockwall-county-genealogical-society-2/
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230601T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230601T203000
DTSTAMP:20230516T211446Z
CREATED:20230516T211323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T211446Z
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SUMMARY:Grand Prairie GS Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:In-person & Virtual Event \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker: Peter Sime\, Grand Prairie Library Director \n\n\n\nProgram: A Night With Peter Sime\, Grand Prairie Library Director \n\n\n\nJoin us as Peter Sime\, Library Director\, gives us the history of the library and answers questions about the many programs and services offered. \n\n\n\nEverything you always wanted to know about the Grand Prairie Memorial Library and its many resources. \n\n\n\nThere will be a Meet and Greet at 6:30 pm with the program beginning at 7:00 pm. Masks are optional. \n\n\n\nIf 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. \n\n\n\nTo register\, please send an email to info@gpgstx.org \n\n\n\nAbout 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.
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/grand-prairie-gen-soc-monthly-meeting-7/
LOCATION:Grand Prarie Memorial Library\, 901 Conover Drive\, Grand Prarie\, TX\, 75051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230612
DTSTAMP:20230416T222753Z
CREATED:20220507T200151Z
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SUMMARY:International German Genealogy Partnership Conference
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nVolunteer today! info@iggp.org. Read the news release and share the save the date flyer. (English)
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/international-german-genealogy-partnership-conference/
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230617
DTSTAMP:20230304T150804Z
CREATED:20220227T231645Z
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SUMMARY:Texas Institute of Genealogical Research
DESCRIPTION:Registration is Open!\n\n\n\nThe 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)! \n\n\n\nHeld virtually\, TIGR 2023 takes place June 12-16\, 2023. \n\n\n\nWhat 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! \n\n\n\nTIGR 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! \n\n\n\nDon’t delay – seating is limited and courses fill up fast. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoursesTIGR 2023 has expanded to seven courses that create a unique learning experience for those researching ancestors. \n\n\n\n\nCourse 1 – “A Walk Through a Texas Courthouse\,” led by Kelvin L. Meyers\n\n\n\nCourse 2 – “Moving Up to Glory Land – The Southern States After Reconstruction towards the New Century” led by J. Mark Lowe\, FUGA\n\n\n\nCourse 3 – “Legally Texas: Advanced Legal Research in the Lone Star State” led by Judy G. Russell\, CG®\, CGL(sm)\n\n\n\nCourse 4 – “Fundamentals of Forensic Genealogy” led by Catherine Desmarais\, CG®\n\n\n\nCourse 5 – “Researching Families of Mexican Descent on Both Sides of the Border” led by Colleen Robledo Greene\, MLIS\n\n\n\nCourse 6 – “Researching African Americans Before and After the Civil War in the U.S.“ led by Ari Wilkins\n\n\n\nCourse 7 – “Intermediate and Advanced DNA for Genealogists“ led by Paul Woodbury\n\n\n\nEach of these courses includes sessions taught by nationally-recognized faculty who are experts in their genealogical fields.\n\n\n\n\nTo learn more\, see the TIGR 2023 course descriptions\, which includes links to the course schedules and faculty.
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/texas-institute-of-genealogical-research-2/
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230613T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230613T150000
DTSTAMP:20230610T141936Z
CREATED:20230610T141904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230610T141936Z
UID:32022-1686664800-1686668400@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:DPL: Writing your Immigrant Ancestor's Story
DESCRIPTION:In-person & Virtual Event  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/dpl-writing-your-immigrant-ancestors-story/
LOCATION:8th Floor – Genealogy Section\, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library\, 1515 Young Street\, Dallas\, TX\, 75201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230613T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230613T200000
DTSTAMP:20230420T035052Z
CREATED:20230420T035051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230420T035052Z
UID:31830-1686681000-1686686400@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:Arlington Genealogical Society
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: O.K. Carter \n\n\n\nTopic: All Things Arlington
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/arlington-genealogical-society-2/
LOCATION:Arlington Public Library\, 100 South Center Street\, Arlington\, TX\, 76010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230614T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230614T203000
DTSTAMP:20230614T175954Z
CREATED:20230614T174314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T175954Z
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SUMMARY:Collin County Genealogy Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Cheryl Smith\n\n\n\nGenealogy Center: How it can help you with your Family Research\n\n\n\nFind 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 \n\n\n\nThe meeting will take place in the Genealogy Center. \n\n\n\nRegister in advance for the meeting. \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/collin-county-genealogy-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Haggard Library\, 2501 Coit Road\, Plano\, TX\, 75075\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230617T110000
DTSTAMP:20230614T173605Z
CREATED:20230614T173518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T173605Z
UID:32031-1686996000-1686999600@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:FamilySearch Texas Connect
DESCRIPTION:FamilyTree DNA – More than just Ethnicity \n\n\n\nHow Y and MTDNA can help your research! \n\n\n\nLearn how to reach your ancestors beyond the 5th or 6th generation threshold. \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER\n\n\n\nZOOM CALL\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJanine Cloud \n\n\n\n\nJanine 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.
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/familysearch-texas-connect/
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230617T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230617T120000
DTSTAMP:20230610T142304Z
CREATED:20230610T142303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230610T142304Z
UID:32025-1686999600-1687003200@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:DPL: Talking about Tenth Street: A Juneteenth Event
DESCRIPTION:In-person Only  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n7th Floor O’Hara Hall\, J. Erik Jonsson Central Library\, 1515 Young Street\, Dallas\, TX \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\n\n11:00 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.\n\n\n\n11:30 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.\n\n\n\n\n*No registration is required*
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/dpl-talking-about-tenth-street-a-juneteenth-event/
LOCATION:7th Floor – O’Hara Hall – J. Erik Jonsson Central Library\, 1515 Young Street\, Dallas\, TX\, 75201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230624T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230624T150000
DTSTAMP:20230610T142546Z
CREATED:20230610T142545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230610T142546Z
UID:32027-1687615200-1687618800@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:DPL: Get Started with Your Genealogy
DESCRIPTION:In-person Only \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf 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. \n\n\n\n*No registration is required
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/dpl-get-started-with-your-genealogy/
LOCATION:8th Floor – Genealogy Section\, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library\, 1515 Young Street\, Dallas\, TX\, 75201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230624T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230624T160000
DTSTAMP:20230614T184137Z
CREATED:20230614T181603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T184137Z
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SUMMARY:Van Zandt County Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: LaDonna Garner \n\n\n\nTopic: Recording Family Health History \n\n\n\nFamily 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. \n\n\n\nCome learn about this important aspect of genealogy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMs. 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/.
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/van-zandt-county-monthly-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Van Zandt County Sarah Norman Library\, 317 First Monday Lane (Hwy 859)\, Canton\, Texas
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230627T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230627T150000
DTSTAMP:20230610T143018Z
CREATED:20230610T142932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230610T143018Z
UID:32029-1687874400-1687878000@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:DPL: Basic Genealogy Research using HeritageQuest
DESCRIPTION:In-person & Virtual Event  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeritageQuest® 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/dpl-basic-genealogy-research-using-heritagequest/
LOCATION:8th Floor – Genealogy Section\, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library\, 1515 Young Street\, Dallas\, TX\, 75201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230711T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230711T150000
DTSTAMP:20230629T144935Z
CREATED:20230629T144934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T144935Z
UID:32147-1689084000-1689087600@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:DPL: Free People of Color in Texas
DESCRIPTION:In-person & Virtual Event  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscover the lost stories of the Free People of Color who made Texas their home prior to the Civil War! Genealogy Specialist Mic Barnette will give an overview of the Free People of Color of Texas Project\, which works to identify all or as many free People of Color who resided in Texas prior to the Civil War. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/dpl-free-people-of-color-in-texas/
LOCATION:8th Floor – Genealogy Section\, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library\, 1515 Young Street\, Dallas\, TX\, 75201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230715T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230715T150000
DTSTAMP:20230629T145238Z
CREATED:20230629T145237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T145238Z
UID:32149-1689429600-1689433200@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:DPL: Find your Family History on FamilySearch.org
DESCRIPTION:In-person Only  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave you ever wanted to start researching your family\, but not known where to start? Learn about FamilySearch.org\, a FREE online resource provided by the largest genealogy library in the world! Learn how to find historical records\, family trees\, famous relatives and much\, much more. \n\n\n\nAfter the program\, staff are available to assist beginning researchers on library computers.
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/dpl-find-your-family-history-on-familysearch-org/
LOCATION:8th Floor – Genealogy Section\, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library\, 1515 Young Street\, Dallas\, TX\, 75201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230725T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230725T150000
DTSTAMP:20230629T145443Z
CREATED:20230629T145441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T145443Z
UID:32151-1690293600-1690297200@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:DPL: Genealogy Research in Historic Newspapers
DESCRIPTION:In-person & Virtual Event  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHistoric newspapers hold a wealth of information about your family’s history. From weddings\, to town gossip\, to land sales – newspapers will give an in-depth snapshot into your ancestors’ daily lives. Learn how to find the historic newspaper that you are seeking\, and how to access that elusive newspaper that might NOT be online. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/dpl-genealogy-research-in-historic-newspapers/
LOCATION:8th Floor – Genealogy Section\, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library\, 1515 Young Street\, Dallas\, TX\, 75201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T150000
DTSTAMP:20230805T181124Z
CREATED:20230805T181121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230805T181124Z
UID:32383-1691503200-1691506800@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:DPL: What Folklore Can Teach Us About Our Family History
DESCRIPTION:In-person & Virtual Event  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscovering your family history goes beyond names and dates on a family tree. The clues we can gather from foodways\, healing traditions\, and beliefs tell us more about the daily lived realities of our ancestors. Learn how to use cultural heritage to build a fuller portrait of those who came before us\, and about online resources to help you in your genealogy search. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/dpl-what-folklore-can-teach-us-about-our-family-history/
LOCATION:8th Floor – Genealogy Section\, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library\, 1515 Young Street\, Dallas\, TX\, 75201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230821T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230821T183000
DTSTAMP:20230820T194346Z
CREATED:20230820T194345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230820T194346Z
UID:32564-1692637200-1692642600@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:Angelina County Genealogical Society Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Patti Huff Smith\, Dallas Genealogical Society Vice President \n\n\n\nTopic: GEDmatch.com: Getting the Most from your DNA Results \n\n\n\nLearn how to take your DNA results to the next level using integrated DNA tools. \n\n\n\nFor more information contact Dickie Dixon 936-671-1419 or email: dixonhershel51@gmail.com  \n\n\n\nLocation Kurth Memorial Library\, Railroad Depot Room South Raguet St. Lufkin\, TX 
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/angelina-county-genealogical-society-monthly-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230905T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230905T150000
DTSTAMP:20230820T170116Z
CREATED:20230820T170034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230820T170116Z
UID:32500-1693922400-1693926000@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:DPL: Using HistoryGeo for Genealogy Research
DESCRIPTION:In-person & Virtual Event  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHistoryGeo is an online\, interactive database with land-ownership maps and historical atlases which are key for tracking historical migrations of families across the early United States. Learn how to navigate this database\, effectively use search tools and find important information about your ancestors. \n\n\n\nHistoryGeo is made available for the Dallas Public Library through the generous support of the Dallas Genealogical Society. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/dpl-using-historygeo-for-genealogy-research/
LOCATION:8th Floor – Genealogy Section\, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library\, 1515 Young Street\, Dallas\, TX\, 75201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230907T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230907T203000
DTSTAMP:20230904T163655Z
CREATED:20230904T163557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230904T163655Z
UID:32660-1694111400-1694118600@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:Grand Prairie Genealogical Society Meeting
DESCRIPTION:In-person Event \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker:  John Wiley\, Patricia Givens \n\n\n\nProgram: Orientation to the Grand Prairie Memorial Library Roots Room \n\n\n\nJohn Wiley\, assisted by our new Library Liaison\, Patricia Givens\, and a GPML staff member\, will be the Program for our September 7\, 2023 Meeting.  They will conduct an “Orientation to the Grand Prairie Memorial Library Roots Room.” \n\n\n\nLocation: Inspire Room at the Grand Prairie Memorial Library \n\n\n\nJohn Wylie\, a retired professional genealogist\, has served as GPGS President more than a decade ago\, and Past Library Liaison for 17 of the last 20 years. He is currently the Texas State Genealogical Society District X Representative and Chair of the Preservation Capture System for GPGS\, TxSGS and the Grand Prairie Historical Organization (where he currently also serves as President.)
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/grand-prairie-genealogical-society-meeting/
LOCATION:Grand Prarie Memorial Library\, 901 Conover Drive\, Grand Prarie\, TX\, 75051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230911T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230911T183000
DTSTAMP:20230903T111921Z
CREATED:20230903T111156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230903T111921Z
UID:32642-1694457000-1694457000@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:Mary Donoho – First Anglo Lady of the Santa Fe Trail
DESCRIPTION:Marynell Bryant – first person historic program in period costume.
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/mary-donoho-first-anglo-lady-of-the-santa-fe-trail/
LOCATION:Carrolton Public Library\, 1700 Keller Springs Road\, Carrolton\, Texas\, 75006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230913T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230913T203000
DTSTAMP:20230910T005510Z
CREATED:20230910T005413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230910T005510Z
UID:32778-1694628000-1694637000@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:Collin County Genealogy Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Stephanie Bennett\, Unit Manager\, Dallas Public Library\n\n\n\nTopic: Advanced Genealogy Using FamilySearch.org\n\n\n\nVirtual Only \n\n\n\nIn this presentation\, we take on FamilySearch advanced research and learn just what to do when you can’t find your ancestor despite running every name search possible. Discover the five elusive collections available on FamilySearch that you might not know about. (All levels of experience okay) \n\n\n\nAdvanced Research using FamilySearch.org is an independent program and is not affiliated with\, nor has it been authorized\, sponsored\, or otherwise approved by FamilySearch. \n\n\n\nRegister in advance for the meeting. \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/collin-county-genealogy-meeting-6/
LOCATION:Haggard Library\, 2501 Coit Road\, Plano\, TX\, 75075\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T200000
DTSTAMP:20230908T154552Z
CREATED:20230908T154453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T154552Z
UID:32734-1694716200-1694721600@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:Denton County Genealogical Society Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Laura Douglas \n\n\n\nTopic: The Public Library: A Treasure Trove for Genealogy Research \n\n\n\nOne of the best and most overlooked resources for genealogical researchis hidden in plain sight: the Public Library. Denton Public Library’sLaura Douglas will share how and where to find unexpected treasureshidden in local history and genealogy collections\, both in your owncommunity and those where your ancestors lived. After thepresentation\, participants will hunt for their own genealogical treasuresin the DPL Special Collections research area. \n\n\n\nSocial time begins at 6:30pm with the program beginning at 7:00pm. \n\n\n\nhttp://genealogydentontexas.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Laura\n\n\n\nLaura Douglas leads the Special Collections area at the Denton PublicLibrary. She holds a bachelor of science degree in history from TexasWoman’s University and a master of library science degree from theUniversity of North Texas. Over her 33-year career at the library\, Laurahas served in the children’s services\, adult services\, genealogy\, and localhistory areas. She teaches genealogical research classes\, coordinatesgenealogy programming at the library\, and helps patrons search fortheir elusive ancestors.
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/denton-county-genealogical-society-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Emily Fowler Central Library\, 502 Oakland Street\, Denton\, TX\, 76201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T203000
DTSTAMP:20230905T141905Z
CREATED:20230905T141903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T141905Z
UID:32671-1694716200-1694723400@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:Cedar Hill Genealogy Society Monthly Program
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/cedar-hill-genealogy-society-monthly-program-11/
LOCATION:Zula B. Wylie Public Library\, 225 Cedar Street\, Cedar Hill\, TX\, 75104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230916T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230916T150000
DTSTAMP:20230820T202315Z
CREATED:20230820T202212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230820T202315Z
UID:32568-1694856600-1694876400@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:Genealogy Friends of Plano Libraries Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Cheri Hudson Passey \n\n\n\nTopic: Adding New Tools to Your Research Toolbox \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat Does That Say? Strategies for Reading Old Handwriting Reading old handwriting in documents can often be a challenge. If we can’t understand what a record says\, how can we glean facts\, clues\, and other information to help us build our family trees? This session will show some of the best strategies to decipher old handwriting so you don’t miss or misunderstand a thing! \n\n\n\n5 Elements for Sound Research: A Guide for Applying the Genealogical Proof StandardWondering if the GPS applies to you or if it’s only for more advanced or professional researchers? This session will show step by step why the standards are for everyone and how to put into practice each of the elements to create a firm foundation for your family history research.  \n\n\n\nThey Lived Where? How to Tackle a New to You Research Location Finding a branch from our tree that lived in a place we have never researched can leave us clueless about where to begin. Learn methods and strategies for understanding the records\, history\, and best practices for tackling a new research location.  \n\n\n\nFinding the Living: Genealogy in ReverseLocating Cousins\, Heirs\, Next of Kin\, and DNA Matches are just some of the reasons to find living people. Discover the tools and techniques used to find and make the connections you are looking for.  \n\n\n\nAbout Cheri \n\n\n\nCheri Hudson Passey is a professional genealogist\, instructor\, writer\, speaker\, and the owner of Carolina Girl Genealogy\, LLC. She is the host of the YouTube genealogy chat show GenFriends and is a genealogical researcher\, subcontracted by Eagle Investigative Services\, Inc.\, for the US Army Past Conflict Repatriations Branch. She is involved in many genealogy societies and organizations and currently serves as National Genealogical Society Vice President of Society & Organization Management.
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/genealogy-friends-of-plano-libraries-seminar/
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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