February 9th Second Saturday Program: Speaker: Yvonne Giles Titles/Descriptions: Finding African Cemetery No.

2 Before an era of political correctness, this cemetery for African Americans founded in 1869, had another name. We will take you on the research journey used to uncover the original name, ownership and rich, rich history that this cemetery holds. The Colored Fair What was that? Originally founded in 1869, the organizers had this fair chartered by the state legislature in 1870. It became one of the most successful and well attended annual events in both colored and white circles. Its history was chronicled in local news and publications and its official records are part of county and state archives. However, the official name of the fair was not the same one adopted by the local community and its attendees. Find out how the records and remarkable stories of this regionally significant fair were uncovered. Bio: Ms. Giles, in 2000, began the earnest research of her families genealogies. This lead to her becoming involved in efforts to bring attention to, restore and preserve African American heritage sties. She became a member of the board of African Cemetery No. 2 and within her first year recorded inscriptions on the remaining headstones. The research into the history of African Cemetery No. 2 naturally followed and resulted in the self-published Stilled Voices Yet Speak in 2009. In cooperation with the Lexington Public Library and other board members of the cemetery, a DVD Eight Acres of History - was produced in 2010. The Bluegrass Trust for Historic Preservation and Preservation Kentucky, Inc. has recognized her work with their Clay Lancaster Award (2006) and the Ida Lee Willis Preservation Award (2007), respectively. The YMCA Black Achievers honored her for service with youth and the Central Kentucky Council for Peace and Justice presented her with their Lifetime Achievement Award in 2012. Ms. Giles, a native of Lexington, received both her undergraduate and graduate degrees at the University of Kentucky. March 9th Second Saturday Program: Speaker: Gail Miller, CG Titles/Descriptions: They Paid Their Taxes: Using Kentucky Tax Lists for pre-1850s Research Kentucky tax lists are the most complete records in the south for the pre-1850s time period. They were the only record created annually for your Kentucky ancestor. Learn how to use these valuable records to reveal your ancestors life-style, prove relationships, identify neighbors, sort men of the same name, and determine prior residence. Using Kentucky Equity and Criminal Court Cases to Complete Your Research Court documents contain information related specifically to the case, to relationships, and to personal information about family members and neighbors. These little used, loose, court documents often contain detailed information not available anywhere else. Learn how to use these valuable records to make progress in your difficult cases. Bio: Gail Jackson Miller, CG, is a professional genealogist and lecturer specializing in Kentucky and Tennessee research. Gail has more than 40 years experience in genealogy. She grew up in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky with all of her family lines extending back to the early 1800s in Kentucky or Tennessee. Her personal research continues to enhance her general knowledge of families and records. Gail has over 20 years of professional experience working with clients with Kentucky roots and ties to surrounding states. In 1999, Gail became a certified genealogist through the Board for Certification of Genealogists. She helped to open the LDS Family History Center in Bowling Green in 1989 and is the current Director.

She is a past president of the Southern Kentucky Genealogical Society and served as the editor of their publication, The Longhunter, for 11 years. Gail was also editor of the Muhlenberg County Genealogical Society's The Heritage for several years. Prior to her professional work in genealogy, she was a nationally recognized biology teacher with experience in working with both high school and college students. April 13th Second Saturday Program: Speaker: Cindy Peck Titles/Descriptions: Using DNA to Enhance Your Genealogy Research Session 1 - What DNA Tests Can (and Cant) Offer the Genealogist An overview of how DNA testing can enhance your family research with a basic description of what these tests measure. Appropriate for beginners through advanced. Session 2 - How to Choose a DNA Test A description of the types of DNA tests, comparisons of costs and services, and a description of how to participate in the surname projects offered by some of the testing companies. Appropriate for beginners through advanced. Bio: Cindy Peck became interested in DNA testing through the National Genographic Project in 2007 and has since participated in two other international DNA projects. She is currently the director of two of Eastern Kentucky Universitys regional campuses and is the staff advisor for their EKU Genealogy Club.