Join Podcast Host Ron Barnett for the first-ever live stream of the Lone Star Family Trails Podcast! This podcast, provided by the Texas State Genealogical Society, is dedicated to helping you discover the valuable Texas resources that can help preserve your ancestor’s story. In this episode, Ron will sit down with Jelain Chubb, State Archivist for the Texas State Library and Archives Commission, who'll share tips and tricks for finding genealogical gems in their collection. Attend in person at the West Waco Library or watch it live from the link at www.ctgs.org. 

This event is co-sponsored by Central Texas Genealogical Society, Texas State Genealogical Society, and Texas State Library and Archives Commission.
 

Join author Kimberly Nixon as she shares her experience crafting a compelling narrative based on her family's history in her new book. Through her presentation, Nixon delves into the meticulous research, creative writing process, and the intricacies of publishing. At the heart of her discussion lies her latest book, Rock Bottom Rising (book 2 in the Rock Bottom series). Set against the backdrop of rural Tennessee during the tumultuous 1930s and 1940s, the novel follows the gripping saga of Ruby, a woman burdened by a shocking felony conviction and the harsh realities of life as a single mother. Nixon weaves a rich tapestry of historical facts with her grandmother’s life story, bringing to life the challenges of the Great Depression, World War II, and life in Tennessee.  

You can attend this Central Texas Genealogical Society monthly meeting via Zoom at ctgs.org.

Are you interested in checking out our Genealogy Center but you're not quite sure what to do in there? Come on a guided tour! Discover the records, databases, microfilm, and other resources available to help uncover your family history. Our Genealogy Center staff will share hidden gems from the collection and tips to insure you don't miss any valuable information. Whether you're just getting started or you're an experienced genealogist, come see how the library can help you reach your goals!

Genealogy Librarian, Hannah Kubacak, will share tips to elevate your online research with free Google Chrome extensions. You'll discover a range of tools that go beyond the basics, empowering you to save time and enhance the effectiveness of your genealogical searches. These tools can streamline the research process and lead to new discoveries. Don't miss this opportunity to navigate the ever-expanding landscape of online genealogy to make your research more efficient and rewarding. 
 

There is much to learn from your DNA data! Patti Huff Williams will share her expertise in navigating the tools available to us through GEDmatch. This website allows users to share their DNA information with other DNA testers, explore genetic genealogy, perform DNA match comparisons, and much more. Explore the latest features, including downloading and utilizing raw DNA results, comparing DNA with others, identifying potential relatives, and investigating adoptee searches. We'll discuss the free tools available, the advanced features accessible with a membership, and the platform's opt-in policy for law enforcement use in solving cold cases and violent crimes. 

You can attend this Central Texas Genealogical Society monthly meeting via Zoom at ctgs.org.