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SUMMARY:2025 German-Texan Heritage Society Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:This years’ annual conference will be held at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Austin with a reception to follow at the German-Texan Heritage Society to celebrate the new staircase.
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/2025-german-texan-heritage-society-annual-conference/
LOCATION:St. Paul Lutheran Church\, 3501 Red River Street\, Austin\, Texas\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations,Regional Genealogy Societies
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T150000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250904T232355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T232357Z
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SUMMARY:DPL: Preserving your Family Archives
DESCRIPTION:In-person Only \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStacks of old photos. Mounds of loose paper. That one vase that belonged to your great aunt Winifred. \n\n\n\nWe all have old things that we’ve kept throughout the years that belonged to our loved ones. Yet\, through those years\, information has been lost\, photos are crumbling and memories have faded. Get advice about caring for YOUR family archives from DPL’s Family Archives Librarian Samantha Diaz. Participate in interactive activities to rediscover your family treasures and stories. Attendees will get a take-home kit of archival materials so they can get started preserving their family collections at home. \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/dpl-preserving-your-family-archives-2/
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:20250911T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250818T203244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T203247Z
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SUMMARY:Mesquite Historical & Genealogical Society September Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Our meeting will be held both in person at the Mesquite Library (Main Branch) at 6:30 PM and also via Zoom. \n\n\n\nWe will first examine the status of the “Full Text Index” test environment in FamilySearch. Then Lisa Louise Cooke will (via prerecorded video) a short primer of key terms with respect to Artificial Intelligence. \n\n\n\nPre-register at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/hEPoacVpTOiIupsyVzpeaQ
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/mesquite-historical-genealogical-society-september-meeting/
LOCATION:Mesquite Main Library\, 300 W Grubb Dr\, Mesquite\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250817T165202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T165316Z
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SUMMARY:Cedar Hill Genealogy Society Monthly Program
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Virginia Ochoa Morrison \n\n\n\nTopic: Finding Our Hispanic Ancestors \n\n\n\nLocation: New Library: 450 Pioneer Trail in Cedar Hill (lower-level event room) \n\n\n\nWhat you need to know to begin researching your Hispanic family history. For the beginner and intermediate alike. \n\n\n\n\nOur presenter: Virginia Ochoa Morrison is a first generation Mexican-American who has been working on her genealogy since 1989.   Previously\, she taught classes on Genealogy for Beginners at local libraries.   Virginia has volunteered at the FamilySearch Center in Duncanville for several years helping visitors who are looking for their ancestorse. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis event is made possible through our partnership with the Traphene Hickman Library.  Admission is always free.
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/cedar-hill-genealogy-society-monthly-program-28/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T150000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250904T232028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T233128Z
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SUMMARY:DPL: Top Ten Websites for Genealogy
DESCRIPTION:Virtual & In-person \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe all know that ONE website for genealogy (you know the one we’re talking about)\, but do you know ALL the other great genealogy resources out there? \n\n\n\nGet your favorite Dallas Public Library Genealogy & History staff’s top ten websites and share your own that have helped you have a breakthrough in your research. \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/dpl-top-ten-websites-for-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:20250909T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250902T175059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T175142Z
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SUMMARY:Arlington Genealogical Society
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Shelley Gayler-Smith \n\n\n\nTopic: Who Wore It Best\, Dating Photographs from Clothing
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/arlington-genealogical-society-3/
LOCATION:George W. Hawkes Arlington Public Library\, 100 S. Center St.\, Arlington\, Texas\, 76010
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T153000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250804T124521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250816T184110Z
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SUMMARY:Fort Worth Genealogical Society Fall Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Diana Elder\, a professional genealogist with lots of accreditations will present four sessions including AI in Genealogy\, Texas Land Grant System\, Individuals of the Same Name and Burned Courthouses.
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/fort-worth-genealogical-society-fall-seminar/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Worth Genealogical Society":MAILTO:FWGS@Mail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250902T181140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T181221Z
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SUMMARY:Grand Prairie Genealogical Society Meeting
DESCRIPTION:In-person & Virtual Event \n\n\n\nSpeaker:  Barbara Coakley \n\n\n\nProgram: Branching Out: Researching Collateral Ancestors \n\n\n\nRecords exist for siblings\, cousins\, and in-laws that can help fill in gaps in records for direct line ancestors. Case studies demonstrate expanding research to other family members to answer research questions. \n\n\n\nLocation: Inspire Room at the Grand Prairie Memorial Library \n\n\n\n\nBarbara Coakley’s interest in family history began over 30 years ago when she was given an envelope of family papers. Her journey to discover the stories of her ancestors has taken her to homelands across the US and Europe. Barbara is President of Genealogy Friends of Plano Libraries and volunteers for TxSGS and the Dallas Genealogical Society. She is an alumnus of ProGen\, IGHR\, TIGR\, GRIP\, SLIG and GenFed. Barbara taught genealogy continuing education classes at Collin College from 2008 to 2021.  \n\n\n\nShe does presentations for libraries and genealogical societies throughout the U.S. and U.K. Recent presentations included the TxSGS 2023 Family History Conference\, Utah Genealogical Association Summit of Excellence 2023\, The Really Useful Family History Show\, and a lecture for the Allen County Public Library.
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/grand-prairie-genealogical-society-meeting-4/
LOCATION:Grand Prarie Memorial Library\, 901 Conover Drive\, Grand Prarie\, TX\, 75051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T160000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250817T222156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T222158Z
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SUMMARY:Van Zandt County Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Thomas MacEntee \n\n\n\nTopic: Genealogy Do Over \n\n\n\nLocation: Van Zandt County Sarah Norman Library\, 317 First Monday Lane\, Canton \n\n\n\nDo you need a Genealogy Do Over? Then join us for this presentation. \n\n\n\nAs with most of the Society’s events\, the meeting is free\, membership is not required\, and refreshments will be served.
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/van-zandt-county-monthly-meeting-6/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250616T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20240326T194104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T141714Z
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SUMMARY:TIGR: Texas Institute of Genealogical Research
DESCRIPTION:Registration for the Texas Institute of Genealogical Research (TIGR) is open. Held virtually this year\, TIGR 2025 takes place June 16-20\, 2025. \n\n\n\nTIGR 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 2025 offers five courses that create a unique learning experience for those researching ancestors. \n\n\n\n\nCourse 1 – “Research in the Lone Star State\,” led by Kelvin L. Meyers\n\n\n\nCourse 2 – “Building Communities Across the South” 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)\, JD\, FUGA\n\n\n\nCourse 4 – “Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Genealogical Research and Writing” led by Nicole Elder Dyer\n\n\n\nCourse 5 – “Beyond the Battlefield: Advanced Military Research Analysis and Methodology” led by Michael L. Strauss\, AG®\n\n\n\n\nEach of these courses includes sessions taught by nationally-recognized faculty who are experts in their genealogical fields. \n\n\n\nTo learn more\, see the TIGR 2025 course descriptions\, which includes links to the course schedules and faculty.
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/tigr-texas-institute-of-genealogical-research/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250523T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250526T235959
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20240527T155730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T141847Z
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SUMMARY:National Genealogical Society Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take your family history research to the next level? Tales & Trails\, the NGS 2025 Family History Conference\, brings you leading speakers\, essential education\, and amazing networking opportunities with 1000+ friends and colleagues in Louisville\, Kentucky. \n\n\n\nJoin fellow family historians and genealogy organization leaders from across the country for four energizing days of shared discoveries and fresh perspectives. Connect with passionate researchers like yourself while gaining new skills and insights to help you uncover\, preserve\, and share your ancestors’ stories. \n\n\n\nPre-conference tours\, workshops\, and genealogy organization activities are on 23 May. The main conference begins the evening of 23 May with the Expo Hall opening reception and continues through evening events on Sunday\, 25 May. Stay through Monday to join us for a special Memorial Day event on 26 May. \n\n\n\nAs genealogists\, we seek to understand those who came before us. We learn about our ancestors’ lives\, the opportunities they had\, and the sacrifices they made.  We travel\, both literally and figuratively\, the trails they left behind. The NGS 2025 Family History Conference\, Tales and Trails\, connects us with stories of the people and places we come from. \n\n\n\nThe NGS Family History Conference welcomes all who are passionate about family history. Whether you are taking your first steps into genealogy\, pushing through challenging research barriers\, exploring professional opportunities\, or leading a genealogy organization\, you will find valuable insights here. Our sessions deliver the knowledge you need to succeed\, from AI-powered research tools to advance your research to proven strategies for building vibrant genealogy communities. \n\n\n\n\nMORE INFO
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/national-genealogical-society-annual-conference-2/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T150000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250501T123636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T124127Z
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SUMMARY:DPL: The Quiet Strength of Resilience with Ron Schwarz\, a Second Generation Holocaust Survivor
DESCRIPTION:Virtual & In-person Only \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAuthor Ron Schwarz will discuss his book\, The Quiet Strength of Resilience: A Holocaust Story Spanning Four Generations. It tells the life story of the author’s father\, Holocaust survivor Charles Schwarz. \n\n\n\nCharles Schwarz survived the Holocaust by constantly hiding and moving to avoid the fate of so many millions of his fellow Jews at the hands of the Nazis. Drawing on research spanning thousands of pages from archives all around Europe\, along with hours of interviews with his father\, Schwarz paints a compelling picture of resilience and endurance in the face of the greatest adversity while providing us a glimpse into the darkest days of world history through a child’s eyes. \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/dpl-the-quiet-strength-of-resilience-with-ron-schwarz-a-second-generation-holocaust-survivor/
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:20250510T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T150000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250330T213726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250330T213727Z
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SUMMARY:DPL: Preserving your Family Archives
DESCRIPTION:In-person Only \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStacks of old photos. Mounds of loose paper. That one vase that belonged to your great aunt Winifred. We all have old things that we’ve kept throughout the years that belonged to our loved ones. Yet\, through those years\, information has been lost\, photos are crumbling and memories have faded. Get advice about caring for YOUR family archives from DPL’s Family Archives Librarian Samantha Diaz. Participate in interactive activities to rediscover your family treasures and stories. Attendees will get a take-home kit of archival materials so they can get started preserving their family collections at home. \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/dpl-preserving-your-family-archives/
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:20250508T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250501T131726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T131728Z
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SUMMARY:Cedar Hill Genealogy Society Monthly Program
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Patti Gillespie \n\n\n\nTopic: Birth to Death and In-Between: Finding\, Using\, and Integrating Religious Records in the United States \n\n\n\nLocation: New Library: 450 Pioneer Trail in Cedar Hill (lower-level event room) \n\n\n\nSo much information and so little time! Religious records are another document group that sometimes seems complicated to find and use. \n\n\n\nIn this presentation\, Patti will give us: \n\n\n\n\nan overview with specific examples\n\n\n\nwhy we want to look for religious records\n\n\n\nwhat sorts of records might be found\n\n\n\nwho might be included in them\n\n\n\nwhere to look for these documents\n\n\n\n\n This presentation will simplify your religious records search experience. \n\n\n\nThis event is made possible through our partnership with the Traphene Hickman Library.  Admission is always free. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPatti brings energy and humor to her classes. She is a believer in lifetime learning and inclusive presenting. An avid hobby genealogist for 30 years\, Patti formed Family Lines & Stories\, her own research company\, 9 years ago. She stays busy researching for clients and speaking to groups\, small and large\, in and out of Texas. She continues as 5th term president of Wise County Genealogical Society while waiting for a willing soul to step up. A former teacher of French & English\, Patti very much enjoys presenting.
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/cedar-hill-genealogy-society-monthly-program-27/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250507T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250507T150000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250501T123330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T123333Z
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SUMMARY:DPL: Using Cemetery Research to Find Your Ancestors
DESCRIPTION:Virtual & In-person Only \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMay is a month for memorializing those who have passed away\, particularly U.S. military personnel who died in service. Learn all about cemetery records\, specialized databases\, and how to locate where a person is buried. \n\n\n\nSpecial guests from the Dallas Genealogical Society will be available to answer questions about Dallas County cemetery research during the question and answer portion of the program. \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/dpl-using-cemetery-research-to-find-your-ancestors/
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:20250426T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250417T012410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T012412Z
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SUMMARY:Van Zandt County Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Mic Barnette \n\n\n\nTopic: Extend Your Direct Maternal Lineage: Take an mtDNA Test \n\n\n\nLocation: Main County Library\, 317 First Monday Lane\, Canton \n\n\n\nMic Barnette\, will show what mtDNA is. (Hint: It’s more specialized than the ordinary DNA test most genealogists begin with.) He will also show how family researchers can use mtDNA to improve their family study\, because mtDNA measures the matrilineal (mother) line. Mr. Barnette\, a professional genealogist who is a library associate at the Dallas Public Library Genealogy Department\, wrote a historical-genealogical column in the Houston Chronicle for many years. He lectures widely on family research\, with particular specialization in DNA matters. \n\n\n\nAs with most of the Society’s events\, the meeting is free\, membership is not required\, and refreshments will be served.
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/van-zandt-county-monthly-meeting-5/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T150000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250330T213311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250330T213312Z
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SUMMARY:DPL: Researching your Arab American Family
DESCRIPTION:Virtual & In-person \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApril is Arab American History Month! Genealogy & History Manager Stephanie Bennett is a second generation Arab American and has been research her Arab American roots for over 10 years. Learn how to get started finding more information in U.S. records and repositories about your immigrant ancestors who came from Arabic-speaking countries in the Middle East. \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/dpl-researching-your-arab-american-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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250501T130037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T130243Z
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SUMMARY:Cedar Hill Genealogy Society Monthly Program
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Patti Gillespie \n\n\n\nTopic: Birth to Death and In-Between: Finding\, Using\, and Integrating Religious Records in the US \n\n\n\nLocation: New Library: 450 Pioneer Trail in Cedar Hill (lower-level event room) \n\n\n\nSo much information and so little time! Religious records are another document group that sometimes seems complicated to find and use. \n\n\n\nIn this presentation\, Patti will give us: \n\n\n\n\nan overview with specific examples\n\n\n\nwhy we want to look for religious records\n\n\n\nwhat sorts of records might be found\n\n\n\nwho might be included in them\n\n\n\nwhere to look for these documents\n\n\n\n\nThis presentation will simplify your religious records search experience. \n\n\n\nThis event is made possible through our partnership with the Traphene Hickman Library. The program begins at 7:00pm and socializing starts at 6:30 PM for free genealogy help\, and snacks. Admission is free and guests are always welcome. Learn More \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPatti brings energy and humor to her classes. She is a believer in lifetime learning and inclusive presenting. An avid hobby genealogist for 30 years\, Patti formed Family Lines & Stories\, her own research company\, 9 years ago. She stays busy researching for clients and speaking to groups\, small and large\, in and out of Texas. She continues as 5th term president of Wise County Genealogical Society while waiting for a willing soul to step up. A former teacher of French & English\, Patti very much enjoys presenting.
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/cedar-hill-genealogy-society-monthly-program-24/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250408T163046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T163048Z
UID:36201-1744309800-1744317000@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:Cedar Hill Genealogy Society Monthly Program
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Brick Wall Victories: How I finally found that relative who just wouldn’t be found \n\n\n\nLocation: New Library: 450 Pioneer Trail in Cedar Hill (lower-level event room) \n\n\n\nWe’ve all had them — the ancestor or cousin you could not find. It was like you hit a brick wall!  And now\, you know the joy and satisfaction you felt when you “finally caught them.” During our program\, members of the Cedar Hill Genealogical Society will share with us how they finally found them and what they did to catch them. If you have a research victory to tell us about\, we will have a computer and projector available to display any pictures (jpg\, bmp\, tiff or png\, please) notes\, charts or diagrams (Docs\, Sheets or Slides etc) \n\n\n\nThis event is made possible through our partnership with the Traphene Hickman Library. The program begins at 7:00pm and socializing starts at 6:30 PM for free genealogy help\, and snacks. Admission is free and guests are always welcome. Learn More
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/cedar-hill-genealogy-society-monthly-program-23/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T150000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250330T171908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250330T172016Z
UID:36067-1744207200-1744210800@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:DPL: Recording Family Stories with the Vivid-Pix Memory Station
DESCRIPTION:Virtual & In-person \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTell your family story the way YOU remember it! Dallas Public Library’s mobile Vivid-Pix Memory Station is a place to scan\, record and share your family memories. This station has new software which allows you to seamlessly scan or upload multiple images quickly\, restore them\, and record a story to play over each photo in a digital video.  Learn how to integrate this great technology into your photo and oral history preservation process. \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/dpl-recording-family-stories-with-the-vivid-pix-memory-station/
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:20250322T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T150000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250202T222150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T191951Z
UID:35549-1742648400-1742655600@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:DPL: Block by Block: Women\, Quilts and Family History
DESCRIPTION:In-person Only \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThroughout American history\, women have used quilting to express their support for different political and social causes. They have quilted their beliefs\, block by block\, into their quilts. These quilts have been used to keep those fighting wars warm\, to guide those traveling on the Underground Railroad\, and to memorialize those we have lost. This Women’s History Month\, Dallas quilter and lecturer Denise Bartosh will help us explore women’s quilting history and vintage quilts.  \n\n\n\nBring a 5″ x 5″ block or square of fabric to make a community quilt to be displayed in the Fine Arts Unit.  \n\n\n\nThis program is brought to you\, in part\, by genealogy funding through the Friends of the Dallas Public Library and the Gen. Levi Casey Chapter\, NSDAR. \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/dpl-block-by-block-women-quilts-and-family-history/
LOCATION:5th Floor – Hamon Room\, J. Erik Jonsson Central Library\, 1515 Young\, Dallas\, TX-Texas\, 75201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T150000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250301T183344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T183439Z
UID:35914-1742634000-1742655600@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:Arlington Texas Stake Family History Seminar
DESCRIPTION:The Arlington Texas Family History Seminar is designed for local genealogists and researchers. This event promises to be an informative and engaging experience\, with expert speakers sharing their knowledge on various aspects of family history research. \n\n\n\nLocation: 3809 Curt Dr.\, Arlington\, TX 76016 \n\n\n\nFeatured Speakers: \n\n\n\nOur lineup includes experienced genealogists who will present on a range of topics\, including: \n\n\n\n\nAccessing the Records in the FamilySearch Research Wikis\n\n\n\nGoogle for Genealogy\n\n\n\nFamily History Through Reunions and Vacations\n\n\n\nGenealogy Resources In The Ft. Worth History Center Library\n\n\n\nThe Power of the Neighborhood For Gathering Information\n\n\n\n\nRegistration: \n\n\n\nTo secure your spot at this exciting event\, please register by March 8\, 2025. Although registration is not required\, we would love to know who you are so we can prepare a seminar packet with all the handouts ahead of time.  \n\n\n\n\nMORE INFO\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/arlington-texas-stake-family-history-seminar-2/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250321T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250321T220000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250114T142956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T143107Z
UID:35422-1742580000-1742594400@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:GPGS Lock-In
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/gpgs-lock-in/
LOCATION:Grand Prarie Memorial Library\, 901 Conover Drive\, Grand Prarie\, TX\, 75051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Grand Prarie Genealogical Society":MAILTO:info@gpgstx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T150000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250202T221313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250202T221314Z
UID:35545-1742392800-1742396400@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:DPL: Organizing and Identifying Photograph Collections
DESCRIPTION:Virtual & In-person \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe all have mounds of old unidentified family photos sitting in boxes. This lecture will offer step-by-step direction in organizing\, preserving and cataloguing these precious collections for future generations. Learn how to identify\, digitize in Dallas Public Library’s Creative Spaces: Heritage Lab and share collections using family trees and social media. \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/dpl-organizing-and-identifying-photograph-collections/
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:20250313T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250301T181428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T181430Z
UID:35906-1741890600-1741897800@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:Cedar Hill Genealogy Society Monthly Program
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Tracing Your Family History on the US Census \n\n\n\nLocation: New Library: 450 Pioneer Trail in Cedar Hill (lower-level event room) \n\n\n\nHelp for those just starting their family history research and a refresher for the rest of us. This class will get you started using the US Census — the go to source for finding family. We will start with a short lesson on US Census basics\, then we will go to the computers for some real-world researchBring your family information on paper\, laptop (encouraged) or flash drive to our meeting and one of our genealogy detectives will work with you. Don’t have anything at all? We’ll give you a free USB memory stick containing our Genealogy Society starter kit\, and help you start filling it. \n\n\n\nThis event is made possible through our partnership with the Traphene Hickman Library. The program begins at 7:00pm and socializing starts at 6:30 PM for free genealogy help\, and snacks. Admission is free and guests are always welcome. Learn More
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/cedar-hill-genealogy-society-monthly-program-22/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250301T001213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T001302Z
UID:35897-1741890600-1741896000@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:Mesquite Historical & Genealogical Society Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Virtual \n\n\n\nSpeaker: Emily Coffman Richardson \n\n\n\nTopic: Expanding Horizons: Local to International Genealogical Learning \n\n\n\nMost individuals for whom genealogy is a hobby utilize their local genealogy society as place to go for education. However\, even before the Zoom phenomenon\, there were opportunities for learning from regional\, state\, national and international genealogical societies. This presentation will (re)introduce the participant to the multitude of learning experiences that are each uniquely designed and available to both the hobbyist and the professional genealogist. \n\n\n\nMeet and greet at 6:00 pm with short business meeting at 6:30 pm then the program. The meeting is free to all but you must register in advance. \n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/mesquite-historical-genealogical-society-meeting-6/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250306T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T235959
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20240303T212845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T184733Z
UID:33808-1741219200-1741478399@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:RootsTech
DESCRIPTION:Join the world’s largest family discovery event\n\n\n\nPlus an on-demand learning library available anytime\n\n\n\nBrought to you by FamilySearch\n\n\n\n\n\nMORE INFO
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/33808/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250305T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250305T150000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250202T221128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T191821Z
UID:35543-1741183200-1741186800@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:DPL: Researching Texas Women
DESCRIPTION:Virtual & In-person \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn honor of Texas Independence Day and Women’s History Month\, we will discuss methods and methodology for researching your female ancestors in Texas. Learn about search strategies for searching online\, and different traditional and non-traditional resources that you may use for uncovering the hidden history of Texas women. \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/dpl-clothing-of-your-ancestors/
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:20250222T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T180000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250202T221651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250202T221653Z
UID:35547-1740240000-1740247200@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:DPL: Meals & Memories: a Community Tasting for Black History Month
DESCRIPTION:In-person Only \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYears of history and tradition are contained in the food we eat every day. Celebrate Black History Month with food\, community\, and conversation. Enjoy a selection of small plates inspired by a traditional Arkansan-brunch created by Dallas chef Shanay Wise of Catering Done Wisely.  \n\n\n\nArrive early to scan and record family photos and memories on Dallas Public Library’s mobile Vivid-Pix Memory Station. Participants will get a free USB of their digitized memories. \n\n\n\nMeals and Memories is a series of FREE programs designed to the honor family history & genealogy preserved in our ancestral foodways through food\, conversation\, and preservation. This after-hours series is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library and the General Levi Casey Chapter\, NSDAR. \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/dpl-meals-memories-a-community-tasting-for-black-history-month-3/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T160000
DTSTAMP:20260613T045305
CREATED:20250218T005159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T005617Z
UID:34731-1740232800-1740240000@dallasgenealogy.org
SUMMARY:Van Zandt County Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Carrie Anne Wilson Woolverton \n\n\n\nTopic: Researching Your Scottish and Irish Roots \n\n\n\nLocation: Main County Library\, 317 First Monday Lane\, Canton \n\n\n\nA large percentage of American families have ancestors from Scotland and Ireland. Many of these immigrants eventually arrived in Texas. The resources available for those looking for Scottish and Irish ancestors have increased in recent years. Ms. Woolverton’s presentation will provide important information for both beginner genealogists and experienced researchers. \n\n\n\nAs with most of the Society’s events\, the meeting is free\, membership is not required\, and refreshments will be served.
URL:https://dallasgenealogy.org/event/van-zandt-county-monthly-meeting-4/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Other Organizations
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