KHCPL Will Be Closed, Wed, July 4th

All Kokomo-Howard County Public Library locations will be closed Wednesday, July 4 for Independence Day.  Visit the library and the Genealogy and Local History Department online at www.KHCPL.org

June Display Case

Red Skelton from Vincennes, Indiana

You still have time to view the June Display Case just outside the Genealogy and Local History Department door.  The display of "Indiana Laughmakers" was put together by Janice Blanchard.  These well known Hoosiers have entertained us for years.  They include George Ade, Kin Hubbard, Bill Holman, Red Skelton, Marjorie Main, Herb Shriner, David Letterman, Jim Davis and many more.  They no doubt have been influenced by other American humorists but they have added their own style, which makes their humor uniquely Hoosier.

Program Reminder: Cemeteries Rock

Just a reminder that the program "Cemeteries Rock" will be presented Wednesday, June 27 in meeting rooms A & B at KHCPL Main.  Cemeteries are great places to find genealogical information, discover interesting folk art and explore different styles of markers.  This program is part of the library's Summer Reading Program theme "My Library Rocks".  Be sure to register online at www.KHCPL.org.

Howard County Genealogical Society Meeting

The Howard County Genealogical Society will meet Monday, June 11 from 6 to 8 pm in Meeting Rooms A & B at KHCPL Main.  Katie Regan will give a presentation on "Patriotism in Women".  The public is welcome and for more information call 765.626.0839.  Visit the Genealogy and Local History Department online at www.KHCPL.org.

Cemeteries Rock: Tombstone Art and Symbolism

Cemeteries are great places to find genealogical information, discover interesting folk art, and explore different styles of markers.  This visual presentation for adults will explore cemeteries as part of the library's Summer Reading Program theme "My Library Rocks".  Plan to attend Wednesday, June 27 from 6 to 8 pm at KHCPL Main.  Register online.

Genealogy Humor

• Genealogists never die, they just lose their Census.
• To a genealogist, EVERYTHING is relative.
• When you know your past, you can better shape your future.
• With my luck, my family tree has root-rot.
• Cemetery:  A museum without walls.