BVGS Meeting Monday, May 4, 2026

Our May meeting of the Botna Valley Genealogical Society is fast approaching as Monday, May 4th is just a few days away.  Here's hoping you all have it marked on your calendars and will plan to attend.  

We had a good meeting in April.  Our program by Carolyn DeLay was on "Obituaries--Where Do I Find Them?" The presentation concentrated on finding FREE obituaries which Carolyn showed thru some online demonstrations and searches with a handout of free websites.

The program for the May meeting will concentrate on area Civil War Veterans.  

Again, thanks to those of you who have already mailed your 2026 dues!  A reminder to the rest of you, that dues can still be paid at the April meeting.  We are still at $10 for a single membership and $15 for a family membership.  Checks can be made out to BVGS or Botna Valley Genealogical Society.  If mailing them, use the PO Box 693, Oakland, IA  51560-0693 address.

Looking forward to seeing old and new members at our BVGS meeting on Monday, May 4th.  Invite a guest.  Offer someone a ride.  See you soon!

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We are happy to report that the early Carson newspapers have been digitized and are available on our Advantage Archives website. These date between 07/16/1880 and 08/08/1918. We continue to be thankful to the Mary Sternberg Family for using her memorial money in this manner. This is also a good place to point out that almost all of the Avoca newspapers have been added to the Advantage Archives website for Avoca!

Members are encouraged to work in the Genie Room any time the Library is open on projects that need done.  Check with your President if you have any questions as to what can be done.

Barbara Butcher, Website Coordinator

Tentative May 4, 2026, Agenda . . . 

1. Call to Order by President Barb. 
2. Welcoming remarks and recognize visitors. 
3. Roll Call:  
4. Minutes from April meeting by Volunteer Secretary.  
5. Treasurer's report by Julie of April income and disbursements with balances.
6. Money to turn in (dues single $10 or family $15).  Bills for presentation.  
7. Unfinished Business - Website Renewal
8. New Business - Any Queries?  Any Work in Room?  More Program Ideas?
9. Announcements - Next BVGS meeting is June 1st, 2026.  Suggested program?  
10. Adjournment.
11. Program:  Civil War Veterans in area cemeteries.

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