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Tuesday, May 12
Glimpses of Lubbock County (Other Societies Events)
7:00 pm Groves Library 5520 19th Street, Lubbock TX
On Tuesday, May 12, Dr. Cameron Saffell will present a program on the cemeteries of Lubbock County. Do you know how many cemeteries are in Lubbock County? How many have you visited?Dr. Saffell will talk a little bit about all of them, including the eleven that carry the Historic Texas Cemetery designation from the Texas Historical Commission.
When: Tuesday, May 12, 2026 •7:00 PM
Where: Groves Library 5520 19th Street, Lubbock
Cost: Free (SPGS membership not required to attend)
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Monday, May 18
Beginner Genealogy Class (Meetings)
7:00 am
The May 2026 topic for our Beginner Genealogy class is:
“Wills, Land, and Who Got What”
This session focuses on:
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Understanding wills and probate records
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Exploring land and property records
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Learning how inheritance reveals family relationships (and sometimes drama 👀)
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Practicing with FamilySearch full-text search to uncover hidden details
It’s a great “aha” class—this is where people start seeing how records connect families together in ways census records can’t.
When: Monday, May 18, 2026 • 7:00 PM
Where: Mahon Library Community Room, Lubbock
Cost: Free (SPGS membership not required to attend)
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Saturday, June 13 through Saturday, August 8
We're On Summer Break! (SPGS Meeting)
10:00 am Mahon Library Community Room
Our regular monthly meetings are taking a little summer vacation!
The South Plains Genealogical Society will not hold meetings in June, July, or August (that means no 2nd Saturday gatherings for a few months).
But don’t worry—we’re still around and happy to help.
🔍 Need Help This Summer?
You can still connect with us at the Mahon Library in the Genealogy Department:
📅 Every Thursday
⏰ 1:00–3:00 PM
Bring your questions, your research puzzles, or just stop by to say hello. Whether you're stuck on a “brick wall” or just getting started, we’re here for you.
You can also reach out by email anytime—we’re always just a message away.
Back to Meetings in September
We’ll be back together for our regular monthly meeting on:
📅 Saturday, September 12th
We can’t wait to see everyone again and hear what you’ve discovered over the summer!
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Monday, June 15
Beginner Genealogy Class (SPGS Meeting)
7:00 pm Mahon Library Community Room
June Class: Google Stalking Your Ancestors (Ethically!)
Think Google is just for everyday searches? Think again. In this class, you’ll learn how to turn Google into a powerful genealogy research tool.
We’ll walk through simple but effective search techniques that help you uncover hidden records, old books, maps, and even connections to long-lost relatives. You’ll discover how to search smarter—not harder—and start finding information that doesn’t always show up in traditional genealogy websites.
This is a hands-on session, so you’ll get to practice in real time using your own ancestor (or a sample if you’re just getting started). By the end of the night, you’ll have new tools, new ideas, and likely a few surprising discoveries.
When: Monday, June 15, 2026 • 7:00 PM
Where: Mahon Library Community Room, Lubbock
Cost: Free (SPGS membership not required to attend)
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Thursday, July 9
Sundown Library - Unearthing Your Family History (SPGS Event)
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm 201 E Fifth St, Sundown TX 79372
Ever wondered where your family story begins?
Join us for a fun, hands-on introduction to genealogy where you’ll start building your own family tree and discover how to uncover the stories of those who came before you.
This beginner-friendly session is perfect for all ages—whether you’re just curious or ready to start your family history journey.
✨ What you’ll do:
- Start your own family tree
- Learn how to “dig” for family clues
- Discover simple tools to continue your search
No experience needed. Just bring what you know—we’ll help you uncover the rest.
When: Thursday, July 9, 2026 •1:00 PM
Where: Sundown Library, Sundown TX
Cost: Free (SPGS membership not required to attend)
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