We are meeting on the 7th floor!
Join us for LaDonna Garner presenting "Surfing for African American Records."
Marriage records — the most romantic of the vital records — can be difficult to locate, but once found, can provide important clues for your family history research. Learn about the different types of marriage records, where to search for them, and what to do if you can't find one!
Join Dr. Terry M Turner, Dallas Genealogy Secretary, presenting "Finding Your African American Ancestors." This is a Zoom meeting, registration is required.
Do you have photos, scrapbooks or slides that you want to digitize? Join Genealogy & History Manager Stephanie Bennett to learn about the ins and outs of family history scanning and digitization and how the Heritage Lab located on the 8th floor of the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library can help you achieve your family history preservation goals!
For anyone with actual (or suspected) Jewish ancestral lines.
This will be a Hybrid meeting: You can join us in-person at the Library or you can participate remotely using Zoom.
Years 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 created by Chef Tish Crear of Recipe Oak Cliff.
Join Patti Huff Smith, Director of Marketing for the Dallas Genealogical Society as she provides an Introduction to DNA.
Are you stuck trying to trace your African American ancestors back through history? For many African Americans, genealogy research before 1870 can be a tough hurdle to overcome. Join Dallas Public Library Genealogy Specialist Ari Wilkins to learn about sources and strategies to trace your ancestors back into the Antebellum Era.
Join Newton County Genealogy Society Sponsored by Newton County Historical Commission for a day of genealogical learning!
The Best Practices SIG is for genealogists who want to learn advanced methodology skills and techniques. Join in-person at the library or via Zoom!
Join us over Zoom or in person on the 7th floor! Ari Wilkins will present "Let Your Fingers Do the Walking: Exploring City Directories, Telephone Books and Criss-Cross Directories."
As we celebrate Texas Independence Day, you may be curious about whether you have early Texas ancestors. Find out about how DNA and early Texas family history research can help you learn more about your family's past.
Genealogy & History Manager Stephanie Bennett and German Genealogy Specialist Ed Boehringer will present on how to find your German heritage at the Dallas Public Library.
Join Kim Richardson presenting "Relatively Cheap Genealogy: Research and Education for the Frugal at Heart." This is a Zoom meeting, registration is required.
This will be a Hybrid meeting: You can join us in-person at the Library or you can participate remotely using Zoom.
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 ancestor's maiden name. Join Genealogy Manager Stephanie Bennett as we delve into finding more information about our female ancestors!
The DNA Special Interest Group explores the use of DNA as a genealogical tool. The goal is to help individuals understand and incorporate current DNA testing strategies and standards into their personal genealogy. Meeting are open to all.
The annual Arlington Texas Stake Family History Seminar!
The Best Practices SIG is for genealogists who want to learn advanced methodology skills and techniques. Join in-person at the library or via Zoom!
