Event Calendar
Our Meeting are a great opportunity to connect with fellow members, share your research, and learn from guest speakers who bring fresh insights into the world of genealogy. Whether you're looking for guidance or simply want to exchange stories, our monthly meetings are the perfect place to stay inspired and connected.
Canceled - January 24, 2026
Belton - 2:00 PM
Monthly Meeting
Canceled Due to Bad Weather - Topic: Intro to Genealogy and Research Resources at the Bell County Museum
Location
Bell County Museum
201 N. Main Street
Belton, Texas 76513
(254) 933--5243
Speaker: Angel Swalve, President, TXBCGS
February 28, 2026 - Killeen
2:00 PM
Monthly Meeting
Topic: Intro to Genealogy and Research Resources at the Killeen Main Library
Location
Killeen Main Library
205 E. Church Avenue
Killeen, Texas 76542
(254) 501-8990
Speaker: Angel Swalve, President, TXBCGS
March 28, 2026 - Salado
2:00 PM
Monthly Meeting
Education Series
Topic: How to Transcribe German Church Records
and Intro to Salado Museum & College Park
Location
Salado Museum & College Park
423 S. Main Street
Salado, Texas 76571
(254) 947-5232
Speaker: Theresa Berns, Translator, www.tb-translations.com
April 25, 2026 - Belton
2:00 PM
Monthly Meeting
Intro Series
Topic: Intro to Genealogy and Research Resources at the Bell County Museum
Location
Bell County Museum
201 N. Main Street
Belton, Texas 76513
(254) 933--5243
Speaker: Angel Swalve, President, TxBCGS
No Meeting- May 23, 2026 - Belton
Monthly Meeting
* Canceled due to Holiday Weekend
Canceled due to Holiday Weekend - Topic: Practical AI for the Genealogist
Location
Killeen Main Library
205 E. Church Avenue
Killeen, Texas 76542
(254) 501-8990
June 27, 2026 - Belton
2:00 PM
Monthly Meeting
Resources Series
Topic: Practical AI for the Genealogist
Location
Bell County Museum
201 N. Main Street
Belton, Texas 76513
(254) 933--5243
Speaker: Angel Swalve, President, TxBCGS
July 25, 2026 - Belton
2:00 PM
Monthly Meeting
Local History Series
Topic: Pepper Creek Pauper Cemetery
Location
Bell County Museum
201 N. Main Street
Belton, Texas 76513
(254) 933--5243
Speaker: Keith George, Vice Chairman - Bell County Historical Commission & Historical Preservation - Committee Chair
August 22, 2026 - Belton
2:00 PM
Monthly Meeting
Local History Series
Topic: Randy Billingsley - Census Goldmine: Are You Digging Deep Enough?
Location
Bell County Museum
201 N. Main Street
Belton, Texas 76513
(254) 933--5243
Speaker: Robert Cruit - Vice President West Texas Genealogical Society - Abilene, Texas
September 26, 2026 - Belton
2:00 PM
Monthly Meeting
Resources Series
Topic: FamilySearch.org Full-Text Searching
Location
Bell County Museum
201 N. Main Street
Belton, Texas 76513
(254) 933--5243
October 24, 2026 - Belton
2:00 PM
Monthly Meeting
*
Topic: Planning in Progress - To be announced
Location
Bell County Museum
201 N. Main Street
Belton, Texas 76513
(254) 933--5243
Speaker: To be announced
No Meeting November 28, 2026 - Due to Holiday
Monthly Meeting
* Canceled Due to Holiday Weekend
Canceled due to Holiday Weekend
Location
Speaker: To be announced
December 5, 2026 - Belton
2:00 PM
Holiday Celebration-Meeting
*
Topic: Ghosts of Christmas Past: A Heritage Potluck & Parlor Mystery Game
Location
Bell County Museum
201 N. Main Street
Belton, Texas 76513
(254) 933--5243
Speaker: To be announced
Genealogy Guidance Sessions
Free Genealogy help provided by TxBCGS volunteers. Get assistance with family trees, records, and research questions.
Temple Public Library - Genealogy Room
100 W. Adams Avenue
Temple, Texas 76501
(254) 298-5702
Hours: Tuesdays: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, 4th Saturday: 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
205 E. Church Avenue
Killeen, Texas 76542
(254) 501-8990