DNA Interest Group (Virtual Meeting)
2021-12-16 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Online Meeting, Dallas, TX, United States
The purpose of the DNA Interest Group is to explore the use of DNA as a genealogical tool.
You can participate virtually on Zoom using this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88602080729?pwd=[REDACTED] (Meeting ID: 886 0208 0729, Passcode: [REDACTED]

African American Genealogical Interest Group
2021-12-18 14:00 - 16:45, 2022-01-15 14:00 - 16:45 | 1st Floor – Community Showcase Room, J. Erik Jonsson Central Library, 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
Discusses and explores areas of research unique to the African American community.
If Covid-19 restrictions permit it we will be meeting in person at the Dallas Public Library.
You can also participate virtually on Zoom using this link: https://zoom.us/j/97116765715?pwd=[REDACTED] (Meeting ID: 971 1676 5715, Passcode: [REDACTED]

Coppell Genealogy Special Interest Group
2021-12-21 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-01-18 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-02-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Cozby Library and Commuity Commons, 117 North Heartz Road, Coppell, TX, 75019, United States
Formed to assist Coppell residents who have an interest in researching their family history.
If Covid-19 restrictions permit it we will be meeting in person at the Cozby Library and Community Commons in Coppell.
You can also participate virtually on Zoom using this link: https://zoom.us/j/91331118644?pwd=[REDACTED] (Meeting ID: 982 5507 9731, Passcode: [REDACTED]

Swedish Genealogy Workshop
2022-01-08 09:00 - 16:00 | TX
Hosted by
The Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum
Lindsborg, Kansas (oldmillmuseum.org)

Register Online for the January 2022 Virtual Workshop
Registration fee is $50

Click here to Register
Kathy Mead – Arkiv Digital

Schedule

9:00 – 9:10 AM Welcome and Introductions
9:10 – 10:15 AM Where do I begin? Basics of Swedish Research
10:30 – 11:30 AM Introduction to the Swedish Church Books
1:00 – 2:00 PM. Researching the Swedish Church books using ArkivDigital
2:30 – 3:30 PM Putting it all together!
3:30 – 4:00 PM Questions, Closing & Drawing

DGS General Meeting
2022-01-08 11:00 - 13:00 | 1st Floor – Auditorium, J. Erik Jonsson Central Library, 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
Join us for a short business meeting followed by an Educational Presentation by DGS’s own Michelle Dwyer Cohen entitled “Using History to Solve Mysteries.”
This is a virtual meeting held via Zoom – join anytime after 10:30 am (US Central Time).
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German Genealogy Group
2022-01-08 13:30 - 15:30 | 5th Floor – Hamon Room, J. Erik Jonsson Central Library, 1515 Young, Dallas, TX-Texas, 75201, United States
The focus of this group is Germans who emigrated to various parts of the United States from the 1700’s through the 1900’s.
The leaders of this group are Ann Broihier and Bernard Meisner. You can send them email at ggg.dallasgenealogy.org
Group Discussion: German Genealogy Books
Group members are invited to discuss the books that have proved most useful in their German research. After the meeting, a list of the books mentioned will be made available to the Group.
You can participate virtually on Zoom using this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/94714035493?pwd=[REDACTED] (Meeting ID: 947 1403 5493, Passcode: [REDACTED]

DPL at Home: Basic Genealogy Research using HeritageQuest
2022-01-18 14:00 - 15:00 | 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 or from a TexShare library, HeritageQuest’s over 4.4 billion records can be searched from the comfort of your own living room.
This program is available online only. Registration required.
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Jewish Special Interest Group
2022-01-19 10:30 - 13:00, 2022-02-16 10:30 - 13:00 | Various Locations, TX, United States
For anyone with actual (or suspected) Jewish ancestral lines.
If Covid-19 restrictions permit it we will be meeting in person at the Dallas Public Library.
You can also participate virtually on Zoom using this link: https://zoom.us/j/94700248507?pwd=[REDACTED] (Meeting ID: 947 0024 8507, Passcode: [REDACTED]

DNA Interest Group (Virtual Meeting)
2022-01-20 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-02-17 18:00 - 20:00 | 7th Floor – Stone Room, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library, 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, 75202, United States
The purpose of the DNA Interest Group is to explore the use of DNA as a genealogical tool.
If Covid-19 restrictions permit it we will be meeting in person at the Dallas Public Library.
You can participate virtually on Zoom using this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88602080729?pwd=[REDACTED] (Meeting ID: 886 0208 0729, Passcode: [REDACTED]

Best Practices Special Interest Group
2022-01-22 10:30 - 13:00 | 8th Floor – McDermott Room, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library, 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
The Best Practices SIG is for genealogists who want to learn advanced methodology skills and techniques.
If Covid-19 restrictions permit it we will be meeting in person at the Dallas Public Library.
You can also participate virtually on Zoom using this link: https://zoom.us/j/91331118644?pwd=[REDACTED] (Meeting ID: 913 3111 8644, Passcode: [REDACTED]

Lineage, Genealogical & Historical Fair
2022-01-22 13:00 - 16:00 | TX
The Lucretia Council Cochran Chapter, NSDAR presents
Lineage, Genealogical & Historical Fair

Find out more about the lineage societies you may qualify to join!
Learn out about the free genealogical resources available to you!
Connect with others who are interested in family history!

Where: 3809 Curt Drive, Arlington

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DPL at Home: Beginning African American Genealogy
2022-02-01 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Event
Are you wanting to start researching your African American heritage, but not quite sure how to get started? Beginning African American Genealogy will provide basic steps to start your research and a brief introduction to the methodology, challenges and myths regarding African American genealogical research. Get all the best practices and tips from Dallas Public Library Genealogy Specialist Ari Wilkins who has over 20 years of experiencing researching African American ancestry.
This program is available online only. Registration required.
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DGS General Meeting
2022-02-05 11:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
Join us for a short business meeting followed by Dr. Terry Turner presenting "Where are my African American Ancestors?"
This presentation will provide research methods and locations for finding African Americans (AA) before and after the Civil War. Understanding the American culture in each historical era will serve as a guide to help family researchers develop tools for reviewing historical documents that will lead to finding their AA ancestral family members.
1. Ethnicity Estimate: A DNA test will find your AA living relatives and distant ancestors.
2. Chart your family through census records and break through the 1870 Brick Wall!
3. Discover where you will find your ancestors in legal documents before and after the Civil War.
4. Finding AA websites designed to be a lead that will help you uncover your past family.

Join the meeting via Zoom anytime after 10:30 am (US Central Time).
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Cedar Hill Genealogy Society Monthly Program
2022-02-10 18:30 - 20:00 | Zula B. Wylie Public Library, 225 Cedar Street, Cedar Hill, TX, 75104, United States
The Cedar Hill Genealogy Society’s February Program
No Skeletons in your Closet? Look Again Finding & Proving Family Stories
Speaker: Geri Klauck
Family stories add interest to family histories and bring our ancestors to life—they are more than parents’ names and birth, marriage and death dates. Many stories are passed down word of mouth through the generations.
Geri will show us how to discover those stories with real life examples and information on how and where to find the documents to validate these stories.
Please join us at 6:30 PM, the meeting starts at 7:00 PM. Admission is free and guests are always welcome.
Masks are required when we are meeting in person. Please be safe!

Roots Magic Special Interest Group (Virtual Meeting)
2022-02-13 13:30 - 14:30 | Virtual Event
The RootsMagic SIG offers group discussion and sharing of information on getting the most out of the RootsMagic genealogy software running on PCs (Windows) and the Mac. The goal is to help each other utilize the software to the fullest extent.
You can participate virtually on Zoom using this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/98768951275?pwd=[REDACTED] (Meeting ID: 987 6895 1275, Passcode: [REDACTED]

Family Tree Maker SIG (Virtual Meeting)
2022-02-13 15:00 - 16:00 | Virtual Event
Family Tree Maker Software SIG is a facilitated group for those utilizing Family Tree Maker Software in their genealogical research.
You can participate virtually on Zoom using this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/93581098331?pwd=[REDACTED] (Meeting ID: 935 8109 8331, Passcode: [REDACTED]

DPL at Home: Researching African Americans in Census Records
2022-02-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Event
African American heritage can be traced through a variety of census records including the federal, state and special censuses. Learn how to find your ancestors during the Antebellum Era in the United States – either as enslaved people or free people of color. This presentation will give detailed explanations of the questions asked on census forms, the census taker’s instructions, and nuances and common mistakes found on census pages. Get all the best practices and tips for finding your ancestors on the census from Dallas Public Library Genealogy Specialist Ari Wilkins who has over 20 years of experiencing researching African American ancestry.
This program is available online only. Registration required.
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African American Genealogical Interest Group
2022-02-19 14:00 - 16:45 | Virtual Event
Discusses and explores areas of research unique to the African American community.
Join the Call Dial-In: Meeting ID: 971 1676 5715, Passcode: [REDACTED]

Van Zandt Genealogical Society Meeting
2022-02-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Van Zandt County Sarah Norman Library, 317 First Monday Lane (Hwy 859), Canton, Texas
Speaker: Bernard Meisner
Topic: Getting Ready for the 1950 Census
Bernard, a genealogist & lecturer, began researching his family over 25 years ago and enjoys sharing lessons learned from those experiences, including his mistakes. Although he knew only one grandparent (his maternal grandfather) he has successfully identified all his great-great grandparents and several triple-great grandparents. He is past president and current parliamentarian and social media chair of the Mid-Cities Genealogical Society, and is a member of the National Genealogical Society, the Federation of Genealogical Societies, and the Texas State Genealogical Society.

Best Practices Special Interest Group
2022-02-27 16:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Event
The Best Practices SIG is for genealogists who want to learn advanced methodology skills and techniques.
We are currently using articles from the NGS Quarterly to learn advanced principles of research, law and citation. Our speaker this month will be Lamora Haidor who will be discussing "Common Law Concepts for Genealogy - Real Property Transactions" (Volume 84, Number 3 - September 1996 - Pages 165 - 181).

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DPL: Finding Family History using Dallas Public Library Databases
2022-03-01 14:00 - 15:00 | 8th Floor – Genealogy Section, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library, 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
Your Dallas Public Library card can take your family history search to new places! Learn how to get started online with your family history search and receive a brief overview of how each genealogy database will help you in your search. For those with more research experience, learn about non-traditional databases that might benefit your family history search. Registration Required.
Two ways to participate!
Online Registration In-Person Registration

RootsTech 2022
2022-03-03 - 2022-03-05 | Virtual Event
RootsTech welcomes millions of people worldwide to celebrate family at the world’s largest family history conference and year-long learning platform. With thousands of classes, inspiring speakers, meaningful activities and joyful connections, RootsTech brings the human family together like no other event.
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DPL: Free Family History Book Scanning
2022-03-03 10:00 - 2022-03-05 18:00 | 8th Floor – Genealogy Section, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library, 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
Got a family history book that you’d like to share and preserve in the FamilySearch Digital Library? As part of RootsTech 2022, FamilySearch will be offering FREE book scanning at the Dallas Public Library. Talk with your local FamilySearch volunteers, get a tour of the Heritage Lab, our state of the art preservation center, and browse Dallas Public Library’s nationally recognized genealogy collection!
In-person only event – no registration required

DGS General Meeting
2022-03-05 11:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
Join us for a short business meeting followed by Dr. Steven Butler presenting "Miles Away from Butler: How a DNA Test Rewrote My Family's History."
Miles Away from Butler is the story of how a DNA test led a veteran genealogist to discover a ninety-
one-year-old family secret. This finding had the effect of pruning several branches from his family tree, rendering
decades of research an enormous waste of time, money, and effort.
Dr. Butler faced a crisis of conscience: Should he tell the person who lay at the heart of the secret or remain silent
for fear of potentially doing more harm than good?

Join the meeting via Zoom anytime after 10:30 am (US Central Time).
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Cedar Hill Genealogy Society Monthly Program
2022-03-10 18:30 - 19:30 | Zula B. Wylie Public Library, 225 Cedar Street, Cedar Hill, TX, 75104, United States
Our Presenters: members of the Cedar Hill Genealogical and Historical Societies
Volunteers from our historical and genealogy societies are researching the families of the early Cedar Hill pioneers to publish a book as a fund raiser for the two societies. Along the way they discovered unexpected information about these people. Some skeletons in their closets, others, merely interesting or amusing. Our presenters will share some of these stories and how they found them.
Please Join us at 6:30 PM, Thursday, March 10, 2022. Admission is free and guests are always welcome.
This meeting will be in person unless Covid 19 conditions change. Please view later emails for possible meeting status changes.
