WHAT'S NEW IN RELIC

November 2006

 

The Ruth E. Lloyd Information Center for Genealogy and Local History,

Prince William Public Library System,

Bull Run Regional Library, 8051 Ashton Avenue, Manassas, VA 20109.

703-792-4540    Email: [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> .

To read the latest lists of new materials in RELIC (through the end of
October) go to www.pwcgov.org/library/relic
<http://www.pwcgov.org/library/relic>   and click on New Acquisitions.

RELIC PRESENTS -  UPCOMING PROGRAMS

Following are upcoming programs at Bull Run Regional Library related to
local history and genealogy.  Regular times for monthly programs are the
fourth Tuesday of each month (except December) at 7:30 p.m.  Group
programs are held in the Library's community room.  Sign language
interpretation of library programs is available if requested three weeks
in advance.  Funding for RELIC programs is supported by grants from the
Friends of the Central and Bull Run Libraries.

   

Tuesday, November 28 - RootsMagic Genealogy Software.

The Genealogy Doctor is In - First and third Thursday of each month.

 (For details, see below.   See other history-related local programs at
end.)

Tuesday, November 28, 7:30 p.m.

ROOTSMAGIC GENEALOGY SOFTWARE

Genealogy software is an essential tool for today's family historian.
Choosing a program that will handle all your needs can be a difficult
decision.  Local genealogist Teresa Kelley is enthusiastic about
RootsMagic.  She will demonstrate the many features of this PC-based
software at a program on Tuesday, November 28, at Bull Run Regional
Library, beginning at 7:30 p.m.

To reserve a seat for this free program, contact RELIC at (703) 792-4540
or TTY: (703) 792-4524 or at [log in to unmask]
<mailto:[log in to unmask]> .

THE GENEALOGY DOCTOR IS IN

 

For tips on starting your own research or to discuss and analyze an
historical or genealogical problem that has stumped you, schedule a
private, 30-minute visit with RELIC's Don Wilson.  Generally the First
and Third Thursdays of each month, 10:00 a.m. - 12 noon, at Bull Run
Regional Library.

 

Upcoming available dates:   November 16, December 7.

Choice of times:  10:00, 10:45, 11:30 a.m.

 

Call RELIC at 703-792-4540 for a free appointment.

 

OTHER HISTORY-RELATED 

ACTIVITIES IN PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY

Memoirs Writers.  This group meets monthly to share their writing and
offer encouragement and constructive criticism as needed.

Tues. Nov. 7, 10 a.m.-noon at Bull Run Regional Library.

No registration required.  New members are welcome.  703-792-4500.

Library Rescues Historic Houses

The Eppa Barnes house, the home of an African-American family which
stood along Dumfries Road near Independent Hill, had to be moved when
Route 234 was widened.  It may date to the late 1700s.   "Bushy Park,"
another late 1700s house in the Gainesville area, was rescued from an
area under intense development.  Each house will be preserved and
incorporated into the design of a new community library in its area.
The proposed libraries, to be located in Montclair and near Haymarket,
are included on the County bond referendum, set for November 7.

Learn to be a "House Detective."  Historic House Research Lecture.

Learn the basics of historic house research.  Hear presentation on three
local historic houses:  "Evergreen," "LaGrange," and "The Shelter."  

Thurs. Nov. 9, 7:30 p.m. at Haymarket Town Hall, 15000 Washington
Street, Haymarket, Va.  Sponsored by the Haymarket Museum.  The program
is free.  For directions and information call 703-753-3712 or email
[log in to unmask]

"A Touch of Glass" Exhibition Opens at the Manassas Museum.

The special exhibition area of the Manassas Museum showcases over 200
functional and decorative glass objects, selected from the collection of
Manassas resident Calvin Hackeman.  They include blown, molded, pressed,
cut, stretch, iridescent, painted and etched glass, many pieces dating
from the 19th century.  Special sections of the exhibition include State
Glass featuring Virginia's Galloway pattern, Depression Glass and
Collecting Glass Today.  The exhibition opened October 15 and runs
through December 31.  It is free with regular museum admission.
Manassas Museum is located at 9101 Prince William Street in Manassas.
Admission is $3, with discounts for members, seniors and groups.
Admission is free to Manassas residents on Sundays.   Info:
703-368-1873 or visit www.manassasmuseum.org
<http://www.manassasmuseum.org/> .

  

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