WHAT'S NEW IN RELIC
August 2005
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 www.pwcgov.org/library Email: [log in to unmask]
To read the latest lists of new materials in RELIC (through the end of July) click on http://www.pwcgov.org/default.aspx?topic=040034000110002048. [This is a new link]
UPCOMING PROGRAMS - NOW TAKING REGISTRATIONS
Following are upcoming programs at Bull Run Regional Library related to local history and genealogy. Regular times for monthly programs (Genealogy Resources Users Group) 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 August 23 - Progressing to Europe.
Tuesday September 27 - Uncommon Sources.
Thursday September 29 - RELIC research trip to Washington, DC.
The Genealogy Doctor is In - Thursdays, August 18; September 1, 15.
(For details, see below.)
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Tuesday, August 23, 7:30-8:30 p.m.
PROGRESSING TO EUROPE: A GERMAN EXAMPLE
Learn what's needed to locate your European ancestor before you cross the Atlantic. Learn which records lead to his/her place of birth, and about alternative records to try if the "usual sources" aren't available. Sample the use of maps, gazetteers and common web sites. Examine a record. This program will be presented by Carol Whitton, coordinator of the Fairfax County Genealogical Society's German Special Interest Group.
To register for this free program contact RELIC at (703) 792-4540 or TTY: (703) 792-4524, or through email at [log in to unmask] Sign language interpretation is available for Prince William Public Library programs if requested at least three weeks in advance.
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Tuesday, September 27, 7:30-8:30 p.m.
UNCOMMON SOURCES (FOR GENEALOGICAL RESEARCH)
Victor S. Dunn, CGRS, will present an overview of the nature, availability and location of some family history sources beyond probate, census, deeds and vital statistics.
To register for this free program contact RELIC at (703) 792-4540 or TTY: (703) 792-4524, or through email at [log in to unmask] Sign language interpretation is available for Prince William Public Library programs if requested at least three weeks in advance.
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Thursday, September 29, 7:45 a.m. - 6 p.m.
RELIC RESEARCH TRIP TO WASHINGTON, D.C.
RELIC's fifth annual research bus trip is now scheduled for Thursday September 29. A full-size luxury tour bus has been reserved for this day to take us from Bull Run Regional Library in Manassas to Washington, D.C., to visit the Daughters of the American Revolution Library, the National Archives, and the Library of Congress. You will be delivered to the research center of your choice. You may stay at one facility for the entire day or, if you choose, be transported at midday to another location. RELIC staff will be on hand at each location to provide some assistance. The bus will pick up passengers from 4 (at DAR) to 4:30 (at LOC) for the return to Manassas. The fee for this trip is $23 (does not include lunch or DAR admission). Early registration is advised. Registrations after September 21 (if space is still available) will be $25. You may call RELIC at 703-792-4540 for further information. Reservations require a check made out to Prince William Public Library System (PWPLS), sent to RELIC at Bull Run Regional Library, 8051 Ashton Avenue, Manassas, VA 20109-2892.
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THE GENEALOGY DOCTOR IS IN
Schedule a private, 30-minute visit with RELIC's Don Wilson to start your research or discuss and analyze an historical or genealogical problem that has stumped you. First and Third Thursdays of each month, 10:00 a.m. - 12 noon.
Upcoming available dates: August 18, September 1, September 15.
Choice of times: 10:00, 10:45, 11:30 a.m.
Call RELIC at 703-792-4540 for a free appointment.
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Donald L. Wilson, Virginiana Librarian
Ruth E. Lloyd Information Center for Genealogy and Local History
Prince William Public Library System
Bull Run Regional Library, 8051 Ashton Avenue
Manassas, VA 20109-2892
703-792-4540 www.pwcgov.org/library
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