May 8 – 100 YEARS OF THE IODE IN KENT COUNTY
Sandra Smith will discuss the establishment and history of the Independent Order of the Daughters of the Empire in Kent County and the work the group has done for 100 years.
June 12 – HEAR THE PIPES AND DRUMS
The Branch 28 Royal Canadian Legion Pipe Band formed in 1945 and has the distinction of being one of the oldest continuously active pipe bands in Canada representing Chatham-Kent. “Skip” Elliott will share the bands history and early Chatham-Kent members and activities.
Sept 11 – PUBLISHING YOUR FAMILY HISTORY
Have you compiled research for your ancestors or built a family tree or jotted down your own memoirs but do not know how to put it into a format to share with your family? Merv Howes will discuss a variety of ways to publish your own books.
October – ROAD TRIP
We will be planning a road trip to east of the county this time (Ridgetown, Blenhiem, etc.) More information will be posted as plans are confirmed.