Hello: I apologize in advance should you receive this more than once as I have accessed several of my address books to send this out. Jo Russell of Sonoma County, CA. asked that I distribute this. You are welcomed and encouraged to copy and distribute it. If you have questions, Jo's email is [email protected] Lauren Boyd ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Essay Contest Announced: California’s long history includes a unique and rich blend of cultures and nationalities. The FGS/CSGA conference in August 2002 will highlight and recognize this wonderful distinction. In an effort to identify the wealth of personal family stories, the FGS/CSGA planning committee is proud to announce the California: Goldmine of Diversity Family History Essay Contest. Win Free Registration for FGS/CSGA 2002 Conference: FGS and CSGA are inviting you to share a personal account of why your ethnic or national background matters to you. This is your opportunity to demonstrate pride in your family history and at the same time enjoy acknowledgment of your literary efforts. Your submissions will be judged by nationally recognized genealogists. 1. Deadline for submission is 1 June 2002. 2. Submissions should be 500 to 750 words in length, typed, double-spaced, in 12-point type using Courier or equivalent font. There should be 1-inch margins left, right, top, and bottom. 3. Entries should includes the following information: Name, Mailing Address, current e-mail address. 4. Submission must be the original work of the submitter, and/or include appropriate documentation. 5. Submission of an entry constitutes permission for FGS/CSGA to publish entry (if appropriate.) 6. Winners and judges to be introduced at the CSGA Luncheon at the conference. 1st Prize—Free registration to FGS/CSGA conference in Ontario, CA. (Registration will be reimbursed.) 2nd prize—$50 reimbursement for registration 3rd prize—$25 reimbursement for registration Winners may substitute a one year CSGA membership or a one year Forum subscription if they are unable to attend the conference. All winning entries and as many submissions as possible may be printed in the CSGA Newsletter over the next year. Entries may be submitted to: Nancy M. Huebotter, FGS/CSGA Essay Contest Coordinator, via e-mail: [email protected] or via U.S. Mail: 2634 Associated Road, Apt. #A110, Fullerton, CA 92835 Please copy and distribute as widely as possible! Jo Russell, Co-chairman, California, FGS/CSGA 2002 Publicity Committee <[email protected]> Mark your Calendar for the FGS/CSGA Conference, California 2002, A Goldmine of Diversity 7 -10 August 2002 in Ontario, CA Information for the FGS/CSGA 2002 Conference in now online at the FGS Website. You can check out all of the happenings each day <http://www.fgs.org/2002conf/conf-proghighlights.htm> and even register online. <http://www.fgs.org/2002conf/FGS-2002>