Toolbox Talks: Tracing Your Tree

A Hands-On Genealogy Workshop Series presented by the Kerrville Genealogical Society

Butt-Holdsworth Library

505 Water Street, Kerrville, TX

3:30 – 5:00 pm

Whether you’re just beginning your family history journey or looking to sharpen your research skills, Toolbox Talks: Tracing Your Tree offers a practical, engaging series of workshops designed to equip you with essential tools for uncovering your ancestry. Each free two-hour session introduces a new resource or technique.

📅 May 9 – Where to Find Historical Online Newspapers

Mine historic newspapers for family clues, obituaries, and forgotten stories. Discover searchable archives and tips for effective searching.

📅 June 13 – Exploring Ancestry.com

Explore Ancestry.com tools to uncover family connections and historical records. Learn strategies to maximize your discoveries.

📅 July 11 – Intro to Genealogy (Directed for Kids)

A fun and accessible introduction to genealogy for young researchers. Learn how to explore family stories and build simple family trees.

📅 August 8 – Microsoft Word for Genealogy

Learn how to use Microsoft Word to organize research, format charts, and create family history documents with clarity and style.

📅 September 12 – Finding Online Digitized Books for Genealogy Research

Discover free digitized books with genealogical value. Explore online libraries and learn how to search for family-specific content.

📅 November 14 – How to Use WikiTree

Use WikiTree to connect with global family trees, verify sources, and contribute to a collaborative genealogy community.