WHAT'S NEW IN RELIC
September 2016
The Ruth E. Lloyd Information Center for Genealogy and Local History (RELIC), 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 available in RELIC click on What's New in RELIC. <http://www.pwcgov.org/government/dept/library/Pages/RELIC-news.aspx>
VIRGINIA GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY
SET TO VISIT RELIC
The Virginia Genealogical Society's fall conference will take place in Prince William County. On Friday, September 30, co-sponsors VGS and the Mount Vernon Genealogical Society invite attendees to visit RELIC, 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., for "Research at the Library." Library staff will be available to answer questions concerning the Library's collections and their use. Experienced researchers will be available to answer questions, provide individual assistance to beginners, and to offer strategies for difficult genealogical problems.
On Saturday, October 1, a series of talks on "Genealogy Strategies: The Basics and More" will be given, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., at the Hilton Garden Inn, 2500 Neabsco Common Place, Woodbridge, VA 22191, with speakers Sharon Hodges, Chuck Mills, and Don Wilson. For a list of topics, times, and registration information, please go to http://www.vgs.org/images/VGSFall2016Brochure.pdf .
RELIC PROGRAMS
Here are our latest offerings. Funding for selected RELIC programs is provided by the Friends of Bull Run Library.* To be notified of upcoming library programs and activities, you may sign up for the PWPLS newsletter<http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001YnEr-2tp_8MocsVWgrYD4wElgrjOevRKtHQIzFVr2mL8jwNTGUVexrk1OGaDXJog6MAHjYWUEEdliRdsyxdhda66wqtziUtfP_a6ucZf0kYbYjcU9i5-QMDIKxOEluFt0lWDzpY1n6GD2O_KxNRFumT9hQudivErhO8BrVRY7YzzPchWBV_rlExCh7DkhbwsyPwHY0OkBvihONJrFcPP8xaU-qYt1jO0>.
Unless otherwise stated, all the following programs will take place at the community room at Bull Run Regional Library, 8051 Ashton Avenue, Manassas, VA. Programs may last from 60 to 90 minutes. You may register for any of these programs at 703-792-4540 or [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. You may also register online at RELIC Programs<http://pwcgov.org/government/dept/library/Pages/RELIC-programs.aspx> by clicking on the program date.
Sept. 27, 7 p.m. - Understanding Four Civil War Campaigns through Maps, with Bradley Gottfried.
Sept. 30-Oct. 1 - VGS program, see above.
Oct. 4, 7 p.m. - Genealogy 101: Getting Started, with Tish Como.
Oct. 20, 11 a.m. - Genealogy Resources Demonstration, with Don Wilson.
Oct. 25, 7 p.m. - An Introduction to DNA Testing for Genealogy, with Shannon Combs-Bennett.*
Nov. 1, 7 p.m. - Genealogy 201: Beyond the Basics, with Tish Como.
Nov. 17, 11 a.m. - Autosomal DNA for Genealogy: Make Your Results Matter, with Jim Bartlett.
Nov. 29, 7 p.m. - The Myths and Mysteries of Virginia History, with Charlie Grymes.
UNDERSTANDING FOUR CIVIL WAR CAMPAIGNS
THROUGH MAPS
Presented by Bradley Gottfried
Join Civil War historian and author Bradley Gottfried as he "walks" you through the Hallowed Ground of the Wilderness Campaign, First Bull Run and the Bristoe and Mine Run Campaigns using detailed and revealing maps from his books. Dr. Gottfried is current president of Southern Maryland College and a board member of the Central Virginia Battlefield Trust. The author of eleven books, his latest, The Maps of the Wilderness: An Atlas of the Wilderness Campaign, May 2-7, 1864, continues his efforts to study and illustrate the major campaigns of the Civil War's Eastern Theater. Dr. Gottfried will offer copies of his books for sale after his presentation.
This program will be presented on Tuesday, September 27, 2016, at 7 p.m., at Bull Run Regional Library. You may register for this free event at (703) 792-4540 or [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. You may also register at RELIC Programs<http://pwcgov.org/government/dept/library/Pages/RELIC-programs.aspx> by clicking on the program date.
GENEALOGY 101: GETTING STARTED
Presented by Tish Como
Discovering your family's history is both fun and rewarding. Genealogy Librarian Tish Como will demonstrate the essential first steps to take, and resources to use - most of which are available for free through the library - to ensure that your research is accurate, complete and well-documented. This free program will be presented on Tuesday, October 4, 2016, at 7 p.m., at Bull Run Regional Library. You may register for it at (703) 792-4540 or [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. You may also register at RELIC Programs<http://pwcgov.org/government/dept/library/Pages/RELIC-programs.aspx> by clicking on the program date.
GENEALOGY RESOURCES DEMONSTRATION
Presented by Don Wilson
Many useful genealogy databases and resources are available for free. Some require the use of your library card. Learn more about them from RELIC's Don Wilson. Don will show you how to find them and put them to use, whether you are looking for living relatives or remote ancestors.
This program will be presented on Thursday, October 20, at 11 a.m., at Bull Run Library. To register for this free event, please call (703) 792-4540 or contact [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. You may also register at RELIC Programs<http://pwcgov.org/government/dept/library/Pages/RELIC-programs.aspx> by clicking on the program date.
AN INTRODUCTION TO DNA TESTING FOR GENEALOGY
Presented by Shannon Combs-Bennett
Have you ever wondered where your ancestors came from? Would you like to find more cousins to help with your genealogy research and wonder how DNA testing can help? Shannon Combs-Bennett is a professional genealogist with a degree in genetics. She will explain the various DNA tests available, who should take them, and how to use results with your paper genealogy.
This free program will be presented on Tuesday, October 25, at 7 p.m., at Bull Run Regional Library. You may register for it at (703) 792-4540 or [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. You may also register at RELIC Programs<http://pwcgov.org/government/dept/library/Pages/RELIC-programs.aspx> by clicking on the program date. Funding for this program is provided by Friends of Bull Run Library.
GENEALOGY 201: BEYOND THE BASICS
Presented by Tish Como
Genealogy Librarian Tish Como will discuss effective research strategies and demonstrate advanced techniques for successfully searching and evaluating free online genealogy/history resources. See how information found in census, newspapers, passenger lists, maps, books and manuscripts can add detail and interest to your family history. This program will be presented on Tuesday, November 1, at 7 p.m. To register for this free program, please call (703) 792-4540 or contact [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. You may also register at RELIC Programs<http://pwcgov.org/government/dept/library/Pages/RELIC-programs.aspx> by clicking on the program date.
Have a question about Prince William County history, places or families? Need guidance with your genealogical research? You may contact RELIC staff for help and advice at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> or by calling us at 703-792-4540. Hours for Bull Run Library, effective September 11 (ET): Monday-Thursday 10am-9pm, Friday-Saturday 10am-5pm, and Sundays noon-5 pm. Closed Federal holidays and holiday weekends.
PLEASE NOTE: Dedicated staff are available in RELIC (saving an occasional mid-day lunch break) on Mondays from 10 am to 6 pm, Tuesdays through Thursdays from 10 am to 9 pm, Fridays and Saturdays from 10 am to 5 pm, and Sundays noon to 5 pm. If you are planning to visit on a Monday evening, please call ahead or ask for assistance at the front Information Desk.
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