Kittitas County Genealogical Society

	Monday, August 10 History of Chinese Immigration to Kittitas Valley (Society Meetings) 1:30 pm 413 N Main Street, Suite L Ellensburg, Washington 98926 Carrie Huie, Director at Yakima Valley System of Care, will be the program presenter. She will give us some history of the old New York Cafe, and the movement of Chinese people into the Kittitas Valley.

Monday, September 14

My Ancestor's "Interesting" Occupation (Society Meetings)

1:30 pm

413 N Main Street, Suite L Ellensburg, Washington 98926

This will be an audience participation presentation.

In honor of the hardworking men and women who came before us, we invite you to highlight one of your ancestors and share an interesting – or perhaps not-so-interesting – occupation or profession they held. According to one genealogical website, knowledge of an ancestor’s occupation “adds color and depth to his or her life. The more you understand your ancestor and his or her life choices, the more clues you can extract from records for future research.”

Be prepared to give a brief (approximately three to five minute) presentation about your ancestor’s occupation, including a description of what they did, any notable achievements, and any objects or artifacts associated with them. If possible, bring photographs or documentation to share with the group.

	Monday, October 5 Board Meeting (Board Meeting) 11:00 am to 12:00 pm 413 N Main Street, Suite L Ellensburg, Washington 98926 Board Members will discuss upcoming programs and other business. KCGSmember are invited to attend.

Monday, October 12

Understanding Family Search Resources Presentation (Society Meetings)

1:30 pm

Family Search Center, 1700 Brick Road Ellensburg, Washington 98926

KCGS members will hear a presentation from members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. It will cover how the resources of their church provide help with our genealogy research through their many Family Search Centers around the world and their Family Search Library facility in Salt Lake City, Utah. Come find out how their resources have helped us with our genealogical work.

Note: This presentation will be at the Church located at 1700 Brick Road, just South of the Brick Road/IOOF Cemetery. Enter through the South Door and then take a Left about 3 doors to the West to find the Family Search Center.