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.
Family Tree Maker Software SIG is a facilitated group for those utilizing Family Tree Maker Software in their genealogical research.
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.
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 using Zoom.
If Covid-19 restrictions permit it we will be meeting in person at the Dallas Public Library. You can also participate virtually using Zoom.
The purpose of the DNA Interest Group is to explore the use of DNA as a genealogical tool. See the DNA Interest Group page for more information.
Discusses and explores areas of research unique to the African American community. Join the Call Dial-In: Meeting ID: 971 1676 5715, Passcode: 007103
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…
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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…
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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.
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…
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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…
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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."
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…
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The focus of this group is Germans who emigrated to various parts of the United States from the 1700’s through the 1900’s.
SPEAKER: Susan Privett, Data Dissemination Specialist U.S. Census Bureau Susana Privett is the Data Dissemination Specialist for the U. S. Census Bureau covering Texas, Nebraska, New Mexico and Oklahoma. Working…
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A presentation by Dr. James Kearney of the University of Texas. Sent email to tricia.blakistone@austin.utexas.edu for a link to this online talk.
Hybrid Event - in-person and online! Are you stumped trying to find your great great grandmother's family? Learn about the different types of record collections that can help locate your…
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Formed to assist Coppell residents who have an interest in researching their family history. Preserving Precious Memories an interactive story board. Presentation by Bob Wood. More Info / Website /…
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For anyone with actual (or suspected) Jewish ancestral lines. Join the Call Dial In: Meeting ID: 947 0024 8507, Passcode: 092754
