CCGS Programs
CCGS program meetings featuring guest speakers are held on the second Wednesday of each month September through June from 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
Meetings will be held virtually and with a hybrid in person meeting unless otherwise noted. NOTE: Verify if meeting is Zoom only in program information listed below.
Join early at 6:00 pm for virtual social time prior to the 6:30 program. Invite a friend! Guests always welcome!
Programs are the second Wednesday of each month September - June.
Winter 2024
March 13, 2024 - When Things Don't Make Sense: Sorting Through Mysterious and Misleading Information - Speaker Larry Thomas
Social: 6:00 pm CST, Program: 6:30 pm CST
GUESTS WELCOME!
Register in advance for this meeting (note: you made need to copy and paste link in your browser)
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMkd-6hpzsuH9Qrmr2pWjgz-v-GclecBKgG
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Upcoming Dates:
April 10, 2024 - Field Trip
Dr. Debbie Liles, Using Wills and Probate Records for Genealogy and Research
Dr. Deborah Liles will discuss the relevance of wills and probate records at the Allen Public Library. These records have proved to be some of the most fascinating documents in genealogy and local research
Sponsored by the Allen Public Library & CCGS
May 8, 2024
June 12, 2024
2024
February 14, 2024 - NOTE: POSTPONED!
Family Tree Maker - Speaker Mark Olsen
Learn all about this excellent organizational software from entering family information to creating books and reports. This is a special event!
Past programs
January 10, 2024 - Changing Your Mindset to Break Down Your Genealogical Walls - Speaker Emily Coffman Richardson
December 13, 2023 - Quill and Scrawl: Ease the Pain of Early Handwriting - Speaker Marynell Bryant (In person & Zoom)
November 8, 2023 - Using Social Media to Find & Attract Descendants of our Ancestors - Speaker Patti Huff Smith
Wednesday, October 11, 2023 NOTE: ZOOM ONLY
Time: 6:30 pm CST program
Social: 6:00 pm CST
“Extend Your Direct Maternal Lineage: Take an mtDNA Test”
The maternal line, which on most people’s trees is often the shortest proven of ancestors. Learn why and how a Mitochondrial may extend your pedigree. Discover how to use your test results to discover female heritage.
Speaker: Mic Barnette
When: Oct 11, 2023 06:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Wednesday, September 13, 2023 -
Advanced Genealogy Using FamilySearch.org,
“Advanced Genealogy Using FamilySearch.org”
In this presentation, we take on FamilySearch advanced research and learn just what to do when you can't find your ancestor despite running every name search possible. Discover the five elusive collections available on FamilySearch that you might not know about. (All levels of experience okay)
Advanced Research using FamilySearch.org is an independent program and is not affiliated with, nor has it been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by FamilySearch.
Speaker: Stephanie Bennett
Unit Manager, Dallas Public Library check out their website http://dallaslibrary2.org/genealogy/index.php
June 14, 2023 Program Flyer
Wednesday, June 14, 2023 In Person
Every wonder what the Genealogy Center collection covers and the resources available? The collection covers most all of the United States, how to books, maps and much more. There is equipment available to scan books and documents. Special collections and family files pertaining to Collin County are housed in the collection. A special treat is viewing the behind the scenes Archives.
CCGS along with the Plano Public Library system has continued to enhance the collection for over fifty years. Cheryl Smith, Genealogy Center Senior Librarian will present a program about the collection and will give everyone a tour of the Genealogy Center and all the resources to researchers. Social time and Knocking Down Brick Walls.
Light refreshments will be served. Members encouraged to bring a favorite dish. Reservations are not required but RSVP's appreciated to determine refreshments needed. RSVP to ccgs.president@gmail.com
Recent Past Program
May 10, 2023 ZOOM Registration LINK (NOTE: Hybrid meeting in person event & Zoom)
Register in advance for the May 10th meeting: (If clicking link doesn't work, cut and paste in browser) Once you register an email will be sent with link to join the meeting.
Wednesday, May 10, 2023 - Zoom only!
Why Finding Atlantic Shipping Records is Challenging
Between 1500 and 1914 approximately 40 million people crossed the Atlantic and settled in the United States, and another 5 million settled, at least initially, in Canada. Finding records for these emigrants can be challenging and frustrating. This presentation will provide attendees with an understanding of how emigrants traveled to North America during this timeframe, an overview of the records that documented their journeys and a strategy for locating available records.
Speaker Tony Hanson. Tony has been active in genealogy since 1999. He is active in the Dallas Genealogical Society, having served as webmaster, technology SIG leader, VP of Education, President, Immediate Past President and Director of Information Technology. He is also the Director of Membership for the Texas State Genealogical Society. He holds degrees in Electrical Engineering (BS) and Telecommunications (MS) and is now retired after a 32-year career with AT&T.
Download the May 10, 2023 program flyer
Join early at 6:00 pm for virtual social time prior to the 6:30 program. Invite a friend!
Programs are the second Wednesday of each month September - June. No programs for July or August. Enjoy your summer!
Meetings will be held virtually and with a hybrid in person meeting unless otherwise noted. NOTE: Verify if meeting is Zoom only in program information listed below.
In Person Location:
W. O. Haggard Library, Genealogy Center lower floor meeting room
2501 Coit Road
Plano, TX. 75075
Invite a friend - Guests Always Welcome!
Celebrating over 50 years!
For questions about programs please contact ccgs.webmaster@gmail.com
Check out classes held by the Genealogy Center at the Haggard Library.
Click here for information
Guests Always Welcome!
Happy Genealogy Hunting!
CCGS program meetings featuring guest speakers are held on the second Wednesday of each month September through June from 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
Meetings will be held virtually and with a hybrid in person meeting unless otherwise noted. NOTE: Verify if meeting is Zoom only in program information listed below.
Join early at 6:00 pm for virtual social time prior to the 6:30 program. Invite a friend! Guests always welcome!
Programs are the second Wednesday of each month September - June.
Winter 2024
March 13, 2024 - When Things Don't Make Sense: Sorting Through Mysterious and Misleading Information - Speaker Larry Thomas
Social: 6:00 pm CST, Program: 6:30 pm CST
GUESTS WELCOME!
Register in advance for this meeting (note: you made need to copy and paste link in your browser)
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMkd-6hpzsuH9Qrmr2pWjgz-v-GclecBKgG
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Upcoming Dates:
April 10, 2024 - Field Trip
Dr. Debbie Liles, Using Wills and Probate Records for Genealogy and Research
Dr. Deborah Liles will discuss the relevance of wills and probate records at the Allen Public Library. These records have proved to be some of the most fascinating documents in genealogy and local research
Sponsored by the Allen Public Library & CCGS
May 8, 2024
June 12, 2024
2024
February 14, 2024 - NOTE: POSTPONED!
Family Tree Maker - Speaker Mark Olsen
Learn all about this excellent organizational software from entering family information to creating books and reports. This is a special event!
Past programs
January 10, 2024 - Changing Your Mindset to Break Down Your Genealogical Walls - Speaker Emily Coffman Richardson
December 13, 2023 - Quill and Scrawl: Ease the Pain of Early Handwriting - Speaker Marynell Bryant (In person & Zoom)
November 8, 2023 - Using Social Media to Find & Attract Descendants of our Ancestors - Speaker Patti Huff Smith
Wednesday, October 11, 2023 NOTE: ZOOM ONLY
Time: 6:30 pm CST program
Social: 6:00 pm CST
“Extend Your Direct Maternal Lineage: Take an mtDNA Test”
The maternal line, which on most people’s trees is often the shortest proven of ancestors. Learn why and how a Mitochondrial may extend your pedigree. Discover how to use your test results to discover female heritage.
Speaker: Mic Barnette
When: Oct 11, 2023 06:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Wednesday, September 13, 2023 -
Advanced Genealogy Using FamilySearch.org,
“Advanced Genealogy Using FamilySearch.org”
In this presentation, we take on FamilySearch advanced research and learn just what to do when you can't find your ancestor despite running every name search possible. Discover the five elusive collections available on FamilySearch that you might not know about. (All levels of experience okay)
Advanced Research using FamilySearch.org is an independent program and is not affiliated with, nor has it been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by FamilySearch.
Speaker: Stephanie Bennett
Unit Manager, Dallas Public Library check out their website http://dallaslibrary2.org/genealogy/index.php
June 14, 2023 Program Flyer
Wednesday, June 14, 2023 In Person
Every wonder what the Genealogy Center collection covers and the resources available? The collection covers most all of the United States, how to books, maps and much more. There is equipment available to scan books and documents. Special collections and family files pertaining to Collin County are housed in the collection. A special treat is viewing the behind the scenes Archives.
CCGS along with the Plano Public Library system has continued to enhance the collection for over fifty years. Cheryl Smith, Genealogy Center Senior Librarian will present a program about the collection and will give everyone a tour of the Genealogy Center and all the resources to researchers. Social time and Knocking Down Brick Walls.
Light refreshments will be served. Members encouraged to bring a favorite dish. Reservations are not required but RSVP's appreciated to determine refreshments needed. RSVP to ccgs.president@gmail.com
Recent Past Program
May 10, 2023 ZOOM Registration LINK (NOTE: Hybrid meeting in person event & Zoom)
Register in advance for the May 10th meeting: (If clicking link doesn't work, cut and paste in browser) Once you register an email will be sent with link to join the meeting.
Wednesday, May 10, 2023 - Zoom only!
Why Finding Atlantic Shipping Records is Challenging
Between 1500 and 1914 approximately 40 million people crossed the Atlantic and settled in the United States, and another 5 million settled, at least initially, in Canada. Finding records for these emigrants can be challenging and frustrating. This presentation will provide attendees with an understanding of how emigrants traveled to North America during this timeframe, an overview of the records that documented their journeys and a strategy for locating available records.
Speaker Tony Hanson. Tony has been active in genealogy since 1999. He is active in the Dallas Genealogical Society, having served as webmaster, technology SIG leader, VP of Education, President, Immediate Past President and Director of Information Technology. He is also the Director of Membership for the Texas State Genealogical Society. He holds degrees in Electrical Engineering (BS) and Telecommunications (MS) and is now retired after a 32-year career with AT&T.
Download the May 10, 2023 program flyer
Join early at 6:00 pm for virtual social time prior to the 6:30 program. Invite a friend!
Programs are the second Wednesday of each month September - June. No programs for July or August. Enjoy your summer!
Meetings will be held virtually and with a hybrid in person meeting unless otherwise noted. NOTE: Verify if meeting is Zoom only in program information listed below.
In Person Location:
W. O. Haggard Library, Genealogy Center lower floor meeting room
2501 Coit Road
Plano, TX. 75075
Invite a friend - Guests Always Welcome!
Celebrating over 50 years!
For questions about programs please contact ccgs.webmaster@gmail.com
Check out classes held by the Genealogy Center at the Haggard Library.
Click here for information
Guests Always Welcome!
Happy Genealogy Hunting!