Events

Waco-McLennan County Library Genealogy Center Orientation
Date: October 28, 2026 Time: 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Waco-McLennan County Library Genealogy Center Orientation

A guided tour by a Library staff member of the Waco-McLennan County Library Genealogy Center’s outstanding features.

Date: November 02, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

German Genealogy Research Special Interest Group

Join fellow family historians for our monthly German Genealogy Research Special Interest Group.

News in a Small Town: Using Historic Newspapers, a WMCL Brown Bag
Date: November 09, 2026 Time: 12:00 PM to 01:00 PM

News in a Small Town: Using Historic Newspapers, a WMCL Brown Bag

Join Local History Librarian, Sean Sutcliffe, for a look at how historic newspapers can bring family stories to life.

Date: November 12, 2026 Time: 04:00 PM to 06:00 PM

Chromosome Cousins, DNA Special Interest Group

Our DNA Special Interest Group (SIG) meets monthly to explore how genetic testing can enhance family history research. Coming Up! Paint your Chromosomes with DNA Painter!

Many of the RootsTech presentations are still available. Here is a particularly good presentation:

     Using Autosomal DNA Analysis to Identify an Ancestor's Likely Parents, by Alice Childs   View it here

CTGS End-of-the-Year Gathering
Date: November 23, 2026 Time: 06:00 PM to 07:00 PM

CTGS End-of-the-Year Gathering

Join the Central Texas Genealogical Society for an evening of holiday cheer! Enjoy festive refreshments (bring a favorite of yours!) and a year-end reflection on the discoveries and insights we've uncovered in our family searches. Whether you're a member or just curious about genealogy, you are welcome to join us at this annual celebration.