Please Note -- The San Antonio Genealogical & Historical Society (SAGHS) will continue to follow all State and Local COVID-19 Guidelines. As a courtesy to all others, masks are required while in the library or the Dwyer Center, and to maintain good social distancing practices. Any changes will be announced when applicable. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Moderator: Scott Atkinson. Since developing the Family Tree Maker Workshop in 2014, the 2019 program added an additional tool - the WikiTree. This monthly workshop continues to assist in answering your questions and solving problems using these software programs. Laptops are encouraged but not required to attend.
Please pre-registerby calling SAGHS at 210-342-5242 or emailing education@txsaghs.org.
This is a member benefit for SAGHS members, and we ask a $5 contribution from non-members.
Thursday, March 11
Beginner's Genealogy Class - Part 2 (Classes & Workshops)
10:00 am to 2:30 pm
Dwyer Center Classroom
This is day 2 for those who attended the class on March 4th.
Saturday, March 13
SAGHS Board Meeting (Monthly Meetings)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Dwyer Center, Roosevelt Auditorium
Saturday, March 13
DNA Consultation Hour (Classes & Workshops)
10:00 am
Dwyer Center Classroom
Moderator: Annette Graham. DNA has become another avenue for researching our Ancestors. Getting the results of your DNA testing has sometimes caused confusion and created many questions. This one-on-one program with Annette is designed to help you interpret your results and how to use your DNA results with your research.
There are 3, one-hour sessions offered on the 1st and 2nd Saturday of each month. Registration can be made by calling SAGHS at 1-210-342-5242. The one-hour sessions are: 10-11 am, 11 am-12 pm, and 12-1 pm. Please bring your DNA Access Codes for the DNA program you used. If possible, bring your laptop for a better understanding of your results but it is not necessary to attend the program.
We ask a $10 donation if you are a SAGHS member and a $20 donation from non-members.
Sunday, March 14
Migration Patterns Into Alabama and Mississippi During the Early 1800's - Part 1 & 2 (Classes & Workshops)
2:00 pm to 4:30 pm
Dwyer Center Classroom
Instructor: Jim Keith. This class looks at the early settlement of the Mississippi Territory as settlers moved westward from the Appalachian Mountains in what has been referred to as "the great migration" period. Also discussed will be how and where to research for your ancestors during that period of time.
Please note that the 2 day class is now combined into one day and the class time is extended until 4:30 pm.
We ask that you pre-register by calling SAGHS at 1-210-342-5242 or emailing education@txsaghs.org. A $5.00 contribution is asked from SAGHS members whereas $10.00 is asked from non-members.
Presentation to be announced. Business Meeting will present the nomination slate to elect the 2021 - 2023 Officers, Treasurer and Recording Secretary. Also, nominations for the election, may be taken from the floor.
Saturday, March 20
Using Fonts, Accents & Special Characters Computer SIG (Special Interest Groups – SIGs)
12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Dwyer Center Classroom and Zoom
Instructor: Barbara Holmes. Today we will examine the use of dfferent fonts to project a variety of messages, how to insert accent marks in your writing, and how to find and insert special characters such as trade mark, copyright, and fun characters (wingdings, etc.) A laptop is encouraged to attend this computer SIG but not required.
Please register to attend this SIG by calling SAGHS at 210-342-5242 or emailing Education@txsaghs.org. This is a free program for SAGHS members but we ask a $5.00 donation from non-members. This session will be conducted in person and virtually thru Zoom. If you wish to participate by Zoom, you MUST state this during registration, and include your email. Invites will be sent via email no later than Thursday, March 18.
Saturday, April 3
DNA Consultation Hour (Classes & Workshops)
10:00 am
Dwyer Center Classroom
Moderator: Annette Graham. DNA has become another avenue for researching our Ancestors. Getting the results of your DNA testing has sometimes caused confusion and created many questions. This one-on-one program with Annette is designed to help you interpret your results and how to use your DNA results with your research.
There are 3, one-hour sessions offered on the 1st and 2nd Saturday of each month. Registration can be made by calling SAGHS at 1-210-342-5242. The one-hour sessions are: 10-11 am, 11 am-12 pm, and 12-1 pm. Please bring your DNA Access Codes for the DNA program you used. If possible, bring your laptop for a better understanding of your results but it is not necessary to attend the program.
We ask a $10 donation if you are a SAGHS member and a $20 donation from non-members.
Sunday, April 4
Library Closed for Easter (Library Hours)
SAGHS Library
The Library is closed for the Easter Holiday. The Library will re-open on Monday, April 5th from 10 am - 4 pm.
Saturday, April 10
SAGHS Board Meeting (Monthly Meetings)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Dwyer Center Roosevelt Auditorium
Saturday, April 10
DNA Consultation Hour (Classes & Workshops)
10:00 am
Dwyer Center Classroom
Moderator: Annette Graham. DNA has become another avenue for researching our Ancestors. Getting the results of your DNA testing has sometimes caused confusion and created many questions. This one-on-one program with Annette is designed to help you interpret your results and how to use your DNA results with your research.
There are 3, one-hour sessions offered on the 1st and 2nd Saturday of each month. Registration can be made by calling SAGHS at 1-210-342-5242. The one-hour sessions are: 10-11 am, 11 am-12 pm, and 12-1 pm. Please bring your DNA Access Codes for the DNA program you used. If possible, bring your laptop for a better understanding of your results but it is not necessary to attend the program.
We ask a $10 donation if you are a SAGHS member and a $20 donation from non-members.
Sunday, April 11
Newspaper Research on the Old Fulton New York Postcards site (Classes & Workshops)
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Dwyer Center Classroom
Instructor: Steve Mabie. Do not be deterred by the title of the site. The owner of this site has digitized nearly 50 million pages of historic newspapers - many from New York State - but also from other areas of the United States. Come see the treasures to be found at Old Fulton New York Postcards! Laptops are encouraged but not required.
We ask that you pre-register by calling SAGHS at 1-210-342-5242 or emailing Education@txsaghs.org. A $5.00 contribution is asked from SAGHS members whereas $10.00 is asked from non-members.
Moderator: Scott Atkinson. Since developing the Family Tree Maker Workshop in 2014, the 2019 program added an additional tool - the WikiTree. This monthly workshop continues to assist in answering your questions and solving problems using these software programs. Laptops are encouraged but not required to attend.
Please pre-register by calling SAGHS at 210-342-5242 or emailing education@txsaghs.org.
This is a member benefit for SAGHS members, and we ask a $5 contribution from non-members.
Saturday, April 17
SAGHS Membership Meeting (Monthly Meetings)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Dwyer Center, Roosevelt Auditorium
Presentation to be announced. Business Meeting includes the vote to elect the 2021 - 2023 Officers, Treasurer and Recording Secretary.
Sunday, April 18
Brick Walls Presentation (Classes & Workshops)
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Dwyer Center Classroom
Instructor: Stephanie Wells. Information on class content to be announced.
We ask that you pre-register by calling SAGHS at 1-210-342-5242 or emailing education@txsaghs.org. A $5.00 contribution is asked from SAGHS members whereas $10.00 is asked from non-members.
Saturday, May 1
DNA Consultation Hour (Classes & Workshops)
10:00 am
Dwyer Center Classroom
Moderator: Annette Graham. DNA has become another avenue for researching our Ancestors. Getting the results of your DNA testing has sometimes caused confusion and created many questions. This one-on-one program with Annette is designed to help you interpret your results and how to use your DNA results with your research.
There are 3, one-hour sessions offered on the 1st and 2nd Saturday of each month. Registration can be made by calling SAGHS at 1-210-342-5242. The one-hour sessions are; 10-11 am, 11 am-12 pm, and 12-1 pm. You will need to bring your DNA Access Codes for the DNA program you used. You should bring your laptop for a better DNA understanding but it is not necessary to attend the program.
We ask a $10 donation from SAGHS members and a $20 donation from non-members.
Saturday, May 8
SAGHS Board Meeting (Monthly Meetings)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Dwyer Center Roosevelt Auditorium
Saturday, May 8
DNA Consultation Hour (Classes & Workshops)
10:00 am
Dwyer Center Classroom
Moderator: Annette Graham. DNA has become another avenue for researching our Ancestors. Getting the results of your DNA testing has sometimes caused confusion and created many questions. This one-on-one program with Annette is designed to help you interpret your results and how to use your DNA results with your research.
There are 3, one-hour sessions offered on the 1st and 2nd Saturday of each month. Registration can be made by calling SAGHS at 1-210-342-5242. The one-hour sessions are; 10-11 am, 11 am-12 pm, and 12-1 pm. You will need to bring your DNA Access Codes for the DNA program you used. You should bring your laptop for a better DNA understanding but it is not necessary to attend the program.
We ask a $10 donation from SAGHS members and a $20 donation from non-members.
Sunday, May 9
Library Closed for Mother's Day (Library Hours)
SAGHS Library
The Library is closed for research and will re-open Monday, May 10th from 10 am - 4 pm.
Moderator: Scott Atkinson. Since developing the Family Tree Maker Workshop in 2014, the 2019 program added an additional genealogy documentation tool - the Wikitree.com. Thus the regular monthly Workshop continues to assist in answering questions or solving problems in their use. Laptops are encouraged but not required to attend.
Please contact the SAGHS Library to register by calling the library at 1-210-342-5242 or emailing Education@txsaghs.org.
This is a member benefit for SAGHS members, but we ask a $5 contribution from non-members.
Saturday, May 15
SAGHS Membership Meeting (Monthly Meetings)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Dwyer Center's Roosevelt Auditorium.
Presentation to be announced. Business Meeting will follow.
Sunday, May 16
An Overview of Ancestry.com (Classes & Workshops)
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Dwyer Center Classroom
Instructor: Julia George. This class will take a tour of the many areas offered on Ancestry.com. Included will be hints on how to access areas efficiently, what might be found in each area, and evaluating that content.
We ask that you pre-register by calling SAGHS at 1-210-342-5242 or emailing education@txsaghs.org. A $5.00 contribution is asked from SAGHS members whereas $10.00 is asked from non-members.
Sunday, May 23
Making the Most of U. S. Census Records found on Ancestry.com (Classes & Workshops)
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Dwyer Center Classroom
Instructor: Julia George. This class will discuss the types of US census records found on Ancestry.com, including how to access them and being effective in getting the most from each census record.
We ask that you pre-register by calling SAGHS at 1-210-342-5242 or emailing education@txsaghs.org. A $5.00 contribution is asked from SAGHS members whereas $10.00 is asked from non-members.
Monday, May 31
Memorial Day (Library Hours)
The library is closed today in honor of Memorial Day. Honor your ancestor or family member who lost his or her life in service to our country through picnics, parades, pride, and prayer.
The library will resume normal hours opening at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, 2 June 2021.
Saturday, June 5
DNA Consultation Hour (Classes & Workshops)
10:00 am
Dwyer Center Classroom
Moderator: Annette Graham. DNA has become another avenue for researching our Ancestors. Getting the results of your DNA testing has sometimes caused confusion and created many questions. This one-on-one program with Annette is designed to help you interpret your results and how to use your DNA results with your research.
There are 3, one-hour sessions offered on the 1st and 2nd Saturday of each month. Registration can be made by calling SAGHS at 1-210-342-5242. The one-hour sessions are; 10-11 am, 11 am-12 pm, and 12-1 pm. You will need to bring your DNA Access Codes for the DNA program you used. You should bring your laptop for a better DNA understanding but it is not necessary to attend the program.
We ask a $10 donation from SAGHS members and a $20 donation from non-members.
Moderator: Scott Atkinson. Since developing the Family Tree Maker Workshop in 2014, the 2019 program added an additional genealogy documentation tool - the Wikitree.com. Thus the regular monthly Workshop continues to assist in answering questions or solving problems in their use. Laptops are encouraged but not required to attend.
Please contact the SAGHS Library to register by calling the library at 1-210-342-5242 or emailing Education@txsaghs.org.
This is a member benefit for SAGHS members, but we ask a $5 contribution from non-members.
Saturday, June 12
SAGHS Board Meeting (Monthly Meetings)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Dwyer Center Roosevelt Auditorium
Saturday, June 12
DNA Consultation Hour (Classes & Workshops)
10:00 am
Dwyer Center Classroom
Moderator: Annette Graham. DNA has become another avenue for researching our Ancestors. Getting the results of your DNA testing has sometimes caused confusion and created many questions. This one-on-one program with Annette is designed to help you interpret your results and how to use your DNA results with your research.
There are 3, one-hour sessions offered on the 1st and 2nd Saturday of each month. Registration can be made by calling SAGHS at 1-210-342-5242. The one-hour sessions are; 10-11 am, 11 am-12 pm, and 12-1 pm. You will need to bring your DNA Access Codes for the DNA program you used. You should bring your laptop for a better DNA understanding but it is not necessary to attend the program.
We ask a $10 donation from SAGHS members and a $20 donation from non-members.
Sunday, June 13
Searching Vital Records and Card Catalog on Ancestry.com (Classes & Workshops)
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Dwyer Center Classroom
Instructor: Nancy Brennan. Information on class content to be announced.
We ask that you pre-register by calling SAGHS at 1-210-342-5242 or emailing education@txsaghs.org. A $5.00 contribution is asked from SAGHS members whereas $10.00 is asked from non-members.
This month's SAGHS Membership Meeting is our Annual Founder's Day. The next Membership Meeting will be on September 18, 2021.
Saturday, June 19
Founder's Day (Founders' Day)
Speaker, Luncheon Menu, Meeting Location, etc. to be announced.
Saturday, June 19 through Sunday, June 20
Library Closed for Founder's Day and Father's Day Weekend (Library Hours)
SAGHS Library
The Library is closed this weekend for both the Annual Founder's Day Luncheon and Father's Day. The Library will re-open on Monday, June 21 from 10 am - 4pm.
Sunday, June 27
Using FamilySearch.org (Classes & Workshops)
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Dwyer Center Classroom
Instructor: Steve Mabie. Today's program will view how to get the most out of your time on FamilySearch.org with a focus on the various ways of finding historical records.
We ask that you pre-register to avoid cancellation by calling SAGHS at 1-210-342-5242 or emailing education@txsaghs.org. A $5.00 contribution is asked from SAGHS members whereas $10.00 is asked from non-members.
Saturday, July 3
DNA Consultation Hour (Classes & Workshops)
There is not a DNA Consulation Hour Today. The next offering is July 10, 2020.
Sunday, July 4
Library Closed for July 4th Holiday (Library Hours)
SAGHS Library
The Library is closed for the July 4th Holiday.
It will re-open on Monday, July 5th from 10 am - 4pm.
Saturday, July 10
SAGHS Board Meeting (Monthly Meetings)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Dwyer Center Roosevelt Auditorium
Saturday, July 10
DNA Consultation Hour (Classes & Workshops)
10:00 am
Dwyer Center Classroom
Moderator: Annette Graham. DNA has become another avenue for researching our Ancestors. Getting the results of your DNA testing has sometimes caused confusion and created many questions. This one-on-one program with Annette is designed to help you interpret your results and how to use your DNA results with your research.
There are 3, one-hour sessions offered on the 1st and 2nd Saturday of each month. Registration can be made by calling SAGHS at 1-210-342-5242. The one-hour sessions are; 10-11 am, 11 am-12 pm, and 12-1 pm. You will need to bring your DNA Access Codes for the DNA program you used. You should bring your laptop for a better DNA understanding but it is not necessary to attend the program.
We ask a $10 donation from SAGHS members and a $20 donation from non-members.
Moderator: Scott Atkinson. Since developing the Family Tree Maker Workshop in 2014, the 2019 program added an additional genealogy documentation tool - the Wikitree.com. Thus the regular monthly Workshop continues to assist in answering questions or solving problems in their use. Laptops are encouraged but not required to attend.
Please contact the SAGHS Library to register by calling the library at 1-210-342-5242 or emailing Education@txsaghs.org.
This is a member benefit for SAGHS members, but we ask a $5 contribution from non-members.
Saturday, July 17
Monthly Membership Meeting (Monthly Meetings)
There is no Monthly Membership Meeting this month. The next meeting will be September 18, 2021.
Sunday, July 18
DNA Class - Part 1 (Beginner) (Classes & Workshops)
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Dwyer Center Classroom
Instructor: Annette Graham. Part 1 (Beginner) will cover foundational concepts that every genealogist needs to understand about DNA testing. We will cover the different tests and the advantages of each, how to navigate the test results, as well as explain the differences and purposes of autosomal testing vs. Y-DNA and mtDNA tests, and third party uploads to other DNA sites. We will also address the ethical challenges of DNA testing and strategies we can use to help in difficult situations. Attendees should have had their DNA test(s) at one fo the following sites and received their results by the first class: Ancestry.com, 23andMe.com, MyHeritage, or program(s) of your choice. Please bring your laptop/device and login information for each test.
We ask that you pre-register by calling SAGHS at 1-210-342-5242 or emailing Education@txsaghs.org. A $5.00 contribution is asked from SAGHS members whereas $10.00 is asked from non-members.
Sunday, July 25
DNA Class - Part 2 - (Intermediate-Advanced) (Classes & Workshops)
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Dwyer Center Classroom
Instructor: Annette Graham. Part 2 (Intermediate-Advanced) will build on the foundational skills of DNA testing and show attendees how to begin to apply the DNA data into their genealogical research. Students must have a good understanding of DNA basics and have their test results before the beginning of this class. We will learn different methods that can be applied in real time to independent research. We will go over concepts like triangulation, shared matches, and additional tools to better place those DNA matches into your tree.
We ask that you pre-register by calling SAGHS at 1-210-342-5242 or emailing Education@txsaghs.org. A $5.00 contribution is asked from SAGHS members whereas $10.00 is asked from non-members.
Saturday, August 7
DNA Consultation Hour (Classes & Workshops)
10:00 am
Dwyer Center Classroom
Moderator: Annette Graham. DNA has become another avenue for researching our Ancestors. Getting the results of your DNA testing has sometimes caused confusion and created many questions. This one-on-one program with Annette is designed to help you interpret your results and how to use your DNA results with your research.
There are 3, one-hour sessions offered on the 1st and 2nd Saturday of each month. Registration can be made by calling SAGHS at 210-342-5242. The one-hour sessions are; 10-11 am, 11 am-12 pm, and 12-1 pm. You will need to bring your DNA Access Codes for the DNA program you used. You should bring your laptop for a better DNA understanding but it is not necessary to attend the program.
We ask a $10 donation from SAGHS members and a $20 donation from non-members.
Sunday, August 8
Researching in Penn's Woods (aka Pennsylvania) (Classes & Workshops)
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Dwyer Center Classroom
Instructor: Lloyd Shenburger. If your ancestors came to America in the 17th and 18th century, they probably came through Pennsylvania. They may have only stayed for a few years or many generations. Many of us have Pennsylvania ancestors. We will look at the types of records available and where to find them. Many records are online but some are hidden in courthouses and archives.
We ask that you pre-register by calling SAGHS at 1-210-342-5242 or emailing education@txsaghs.org. A $5.00 contribution is asked from SAGHS members whereas $10.00 is asked from non-members.
Moderator: Scott Atkinson. Since developing the Family Tree Maker Workshop in 2014, the 2019 program added an additional genealogy documentation tool - the Wikitree.com. Thus the regular monthly Workshop continues to assist in answering questions or solving problems in their use. Laptops are encouraged but not required to attend.
Please contact the SAGHS Library to register by calling the library at 1-210-342-5242 or emailing Education@txsaghs.org.
This is a member benefit for SAGHS members, but we ask a $5 contribution from non-members.
Saturday, August 14
SAGHS Board Meeting (Monthly Meetings)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Dwyer Center Roosevelt Auditorium
Saturday, August 14
DNA Consultation Hour (Classes & Workshops)
10:00 am
Dwyer Center Classroom
Moderator: Annette Graham. DNA has become another avenue for researching our Ancestors. Getting the results of your DNA testing has sometimes caused confusion and created many questions. This one-on-one program with Annette is designed to help you interpret your results and how to use your DNA results with your research.
There are 3, one-hour sessions offered on the 1st and 2nd Saturday of each month. Registration can be made by calling SAGHS at 210-342-5242. The one-hour sessions are; 10-11 am, 11 am-12 pm, and 12-1 pm. You will need to bring your DNA Access Codes for the DNA program you used. You should bring your laptop for a better DNA understanding but it is not necessary to attend the program.
We ask a $10 donation from SAGHS members and a $20 donation from non-members.
There is no Monthly Membership Meeting this month. The next meeting will be September 18, 2021.
Sunday, August 22
Pennsylvania Land Records (Classes & Workshops)
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Dwyer Center Classroom
Instructor: Lloyd Shenburger. Pennsylvania land records not only document the ownership of land in the state, but also povide a wealth of information helpful in genealogical research. Land records can separate men with the same name, identify parents, list children, and sometimes grandchildren. They put your ancestor in a location and identify his FAN club (Family, AssociatesNeighbors). In this presentation, we will look at the original land transfer records from the proprietor, William Penn, and deeds transferring land ownership between individuals.
We ask that you pre-register by calling SAGHS at 1-210-342-5242 or emailing education@txsaghs.org. A $5.00 contribution is asked from SAGHS members whereas $10.00 is asked from non-members.
Saturday, September 4
DNA Consultation Hour (Classes & Workshops)
There is not a DNA Consultation Hour today. The next offering is September 11th beginning at 10 am.
Monday, September 6
Library Closed for Labor Day (Library Hours)
SAGHS Library
The Library is closed to research due to the Labor Day Holiday. It will re-open on Wednesday, September 8 from 10 am - 7pm.
Moderator: Scott Atkinson. Since developing the Family Tree Maker Workshop in 2014, the 2019 program added an additional genealogy documentation tool - the Wikitree.com. Thus the regular monthly Workshop continues to assist in answering questions or solving problems in their use. Laptops are encouraged but not required to attend.
Please contact the SAGHS Library to register by calling the library at 1-210-342-5242 or emailing Education@txsaghs.org.
This is a member benefit for SAGHS members, but we ask a $5 contribution from non-members.
