As is our custom, the KVGS membership will take a short break from our regular monthly meetings to enjoy the beautiful Michigan summer and do a little genealogical research.
Members and guests alike, we look forward to seeing you again on September 15 at the Portage District Library, located at 300 Library Lane, Portage, MI, or via Zoom. Socializing and refreshments will begin at 6:30 pm at the library, with a brief business meeting and an informative program starting at 7:00 pm. Watch the website and the events page for updates on the developing fall program details.

Speaking of fall, we invite you to join us for an "Independent Research Trip to Washington, D.C." the week of September 21 – 27. Perhaps you'd like to bring along your non-genealogist friends who would like to tour DC and the area!
Please visit the Research Trips/Washington DC section on the website for a flyer and additional information about this trip, as well as some advanced preparation tips. We've also scheduled two informative Zoom meetings at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, July 9, and Thursday, August 7. Registration links are available through the events page and the trip flyer. We'd love it if you could join us!
Another event to look forward to this fall is the annual Kalamazoo Scottish Festival and Highland Games, scheduled for Saturday, September 6. Information about this event is available on the events page.
KVGS added a new feature this past year: monthly "Genealogy Help" sessions at the Portage District Library's Heritage Room, held on Thursdays following our general meetings from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Drop by the library on September 18 to see how another perspective can help. You do not need to be a member to participate.
Suppose you missed an earlier program. You can find recordings and handouts from many previous programs in the Members section of our website, specifically in the Recordings/Handouts section. Please make sure to sign in as a member first.
Enjoy your summer, and we look forward to seeing you on September 15! Or sooner!
KVGS Board