Monthly Programs

April 31, 2024
My DNA Brought Me To The Forest, But Where Are The Trees?

This will help us with what to do when we get those "referrals" to our new relatives based on our DNA results only to find they don't have a family tree!!! AARG.....Should be interesting!

Sara Cochran, Genealogical Researcher. Also known as the "Skeleton Whisperer", Sara has 30 years of research experience of breaking down brick walls, discovering the stories of black sheep ancestors and helping individuals preserve their photographic legacy.

May 28, 2024
Genealogy and Me: How Public Historians Use Genealogical Libraries and Resources to Develop Historical Programming for the Public

Chandler Wahrmund, Educator/Interpreter, Fanthorp Inn State Historic Site
As an educator, Chandler Wahrmund is very knowledgeable about the Fantroph Family from 18th century England through 21st century Texas. It is this type of information that he uses to share on how public historians use the resources at genealogical libraries to develop programming for the public.

June 26, 2024
"1800's: Life in A ByGone Era - No WiFi, No Problem!"

Life was very different in the 1800's, and the needs were met in different ways. How did our ancestors manage? What was it like? What was the progression of "progress" and how did we adapt? As we look at our history, we certainly can better appreciate life of our family members and community citizens. It's how we got to where we are today! It's hard to think of life before the WiFi...Do we want to remember for too long?

Brenda Watlington

Statewide Conferences/Events

• Texas State Genealogical Society Annual Conference
   
• Texas Institute of Genealogical Research Biennial Conference
   

National Conferences/Events

• Roots Tech
   
• The National Genealogical Society Annual Family History Conference
   Note: The NGS and the Federation of Genealogical Societies have merged October 1, 2020
   
• The Institute of Genealogy and Historical Research