Kalamazoo Valley Genealogical Society
Kalamazoo Valley Genealogical Society -- Kalamazoo, MI

Welcome to the KVGS website!

We serve historians and genealogists who are interested in the Kalamazoo River Valley region - and around the world, too.  Join us!

Happy Holidays and a Joy-Filled New Year!

 
 
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Like in prior years, our members won't be able to meet during December, but we look forward to seeing you at our next general meeting on Monday, January 19, at 7:00 pm. This event is hybrid (Portage District Library, 300 Library Lane, Portage, MI, and on Zoom). Socializing and refreshments will begin at 6:30 pm at the library.
 
Immediately following the business meeting, VP/Program Chair Jim Jackson will present "Putting It All Together.”  Jim will make his presentation in person at the Portage Library. Additional information about Jim’s talk is available on the website’s EVENTS page, along with a link to register for Zoom. KVGS members can expect to receive a meeting reminder email with a Zoom registration link several days before the general meeting.
 
KVGS continues to offer 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 January 22 to see how another perspective can help. You do not need to be a member to participate.
 
Suppose you missed an earlier program. Members can find recordings and handouts from many previous programs in the MEMBERS section of our website.
 
We look forward to seeing you on January 19 after the busy holidays. See the website’s Events page for developing details on activities and programs coming in the new year.
 
Best regards,
 
KVGS Board
 
 

KVGS on Social Media and Other Sites

KVGS is on more than just our own website.  Visit us at the following links to check out our "footprint" on the Internet.
 

KVGS Memberships

 

We are an organization member of the National Genealogical Society. Visit the NGS website at:  https://www.ngsgenealogy.org/
 
Genealogy Calendar of Events:  https://ConferenceKeeper.org
 
 
We are an organization member of the Michigan Genealogical Council. Visit the MGC website at:  https://mimgc.org/
 
Genealogy Calendar of Events:  https://mimgc.org/events-calendar/
 
MGC Pioneer Certificate Program:  https://mimgc.org/pioneer-certificates/
 
If you are thinking of applying for a Michigan Pioneer Certificate and wish to know more about the KVGS Mentoring Program, contact Janine Cotugno at janinecotugno@yahoo.com. We’ve also added a document sharing application tips on the “Forms, Tools, and Tips” page of the KVGS website.
 
Jan
5
Board Meeting
  Monthly board meetings are open to members. Come see the Board in action. Currently, the Board is meeting by Zoom.  If you want to ...
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Jan
7
Family Tree Maker User’s Group (SIG)
  Meets once a month on the first Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. on Zoom. New users and experienced users of the software gather to help ...
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Jan
19
KVGS General Meeting / Program - Jim Jackson, "Putting It All Together"
  Please join us for our general meeting on January 19 at 7 pm. Immediately following the business meeting, VP/Program Chair Jim Jackson will present "Putting It All ...
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Jan
21
DNA Special Interest Group - Initial Kick-Off Meeting
  A new DNA Special Interest Group (SIG) will hold its initial organizational meeting via Zoom at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, January 21, 2026.   ...
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Jan
22
Drop-in Genealogy Help Sessions
    Need help with a genealogy research problem? Wondering what to do next in your family history search? Bring your questions and problems to ...
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