• Collin County Genealogy Meeting

    Haggard Library 2501 Coit Road, Plano, TX, United States

    Join Kate Penney who will present "Filling in Those Pesky Blanks: Solving Maternal Surname Mysteries."

  • East Texas Family History Conference

    A day of INSPIRATION, INNOVATION, and HANDS-ON LEARNING! Whether you're just starting your family tree or deep into DNA triangulation, this conference offers something for everyone.

    Free
  • DPL: Letters from the Past: An Intro to Genealogy & Calligraphy

    7th Floor - O'Hara Hall - J. Erik Jonsson Central Library 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, United States

    Before the advent of the internet, written communication was one of the only forms of keeping up with families who migrated to other parts of the world. If you are lucky, your family might have kept letters, cards or other examples of their handwriting.

  • DPL: Family History Day at Dallas Public Library

    8th Floor - Genealogy Section, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, United States

    Celebrate Family History Month with the Dallas Public Library, Dallas Genealogical Society and the Genealogy Network of Texas (GNT), a state-wide initiative to connect libraries/genealogical societies and provide educational and research opportunities! Seven FREE programs will be live streamed from genealogy speakers in Texas and throughout the U.S.

  • African American Genealogical Interest Group

    6th Floor - Classroom B, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, United States

    The group discusses use of variety of sources, including census research, reconstruction and Freedman Bureau records, NARA combined military records of the U.S. Colored Troops, Plantation Slave records, Slave schedules and other records.

  • DPL: True Crime Through Time

    8th Floor - Genealogy Section, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, United States

    Tired of listening to podcasts about crimes that involved people you've never heard of? Do you know a sordid story of salacious secrets retold by relatives around the reunion tables? Tune in this week to True Crime Through Time and learn about the records, resources, and research techniques available to help you turn those twice told tales of family criminal drama into documented genealogical fact!   

  • Fall Seminar

    1st Floor - Auditorium, J. Erik Jonsson Central Library 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, United States

    Spend a wonderful day with Kelli Jo Bergheimer as she presents "Strategies for DNA Breakthroughs.

  • DGS General Meeting

    7th Floor - O'Hara Hall - J. Erik Jonsson Central Library 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, United States

    Grace Horstmann presents "Sketching Your Ancestor’s Surroundings: 5 Easy Steps to Sharing Their Story."

  • DPL: Homespun and Calico: Researching the Lives of Our Foremothers

    8th Floor - Genealogy Section, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, United States

    Renowned genealogist Peggy Clemens Lauritzen, AG, FOGS, shines a light on the women who make up half of every pedigree chart, yet often leave behind only faint traces in the historical record.

  • TxSGS Family History Conference

    This virtual event includes TxSGS Live! on Friday and Saturday, plus an On-Demand program of pre-recorded sessions available for up to 90 days

  • German Genealogy Group

    6th Floor - Classroom D, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, United States

    Join Robin McDonough for a presentation on Using Ortsfamilienbücher to Research German Ancestors.

  • Collin County Genealogy Meeting

    Haggard Library 2501 Coit Road, Plano, TX, United States

    Join Thomas MacEntee presenting "Creating an Ancestor Sketch."

  • TxSGS Society Leadership Forum

    The addition of the Society Leadership Forum in 2025 encourages speakers to consider offering programming ideas, marketing, communications and leadership concepts designated for the leaders of genealogical societies. More information…
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  • African American Genealogical Interest Group

    6th Floor - Classroom B, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, United States

    The group discusses use of variety of sources, including census research, reconstruction and Freedman Bureau records, NARA combined military records of the U.S. Colored Troops, Plantation Slave records, Slave schedules and other records.

  • Cedar Hill Genealogy Society Monthly Program

    Have you hit a brick wall finding your family tree? Are you just starting the search for ancestors and don’t know how to start? Do you just want a refresher on family history research?

    Cedar Hill society volunteers can help!

  • DPL: Celebrate our Veterans – Military Records on Fold3

    8th Floor - Genealogy Section, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, United States

    This program will share successful research tips to help you make the most of Fold3, including how to browse collections, refine and customize search results, and even add your own stories and photos to honor those who served.

  • DNA Special Interest Group

    6th Floor - Classroom D, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, United States

    The DNA Special Interest Group explores the use of DNA as a genealogical tool. Join Jonny Perl who will discuss "What are the Odds."

  • Best Practices SIG

    8th Floor - McDermott Room, J. Erik Jonnson Central Library 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, United States

    Liz Kutz will be leading our discussion on AI and FamilySearch Experimental Labs. We’ll be exploring the pros and cons and talking about how to make the most of these powerful tools to support our research.

  • Van Zandt County Monthly Meeting

    Potluck lunch and Show and Tell story time. Please bring your family memorabilia and share their story along with something for the Potluck.