WHAT'S NEW IN RELIC
December 2013
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/RELIC/Pages/What%27s-New-in-RELIC.aspx> .
RELIC PROGRAMS
Here are our latest offerings. Funding for RELIC programs is provided by the Friends of Central and Bull Run Libraries. Sign language interpretation is available for Prince William Public Library programs if requested at least three weeks in advance. To be notified of upcoming programs and new resources in RELIC, visit eNotifications/subscribe <http://eservice.pwcgov.org/eServices/eNotifications/subscribe.aspx> and select Library – What’s New in RELIC. Unless otherwise stated, all these 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]> . For details see RELIC Programs <http://www.pwcgov.org/government/dept/library/RELIC/Pages/RELIC-Programs.aspx> .
December 12, 11 a.m. – Genealogy 101, with Beverly Veness.
January 9, 7 p.m. – Genealogy 201, with Tish Como (at Chinn Park Library)
January 16, 11 a.m. – Genealogy 201, with Tish Como (at Bull Run Library)
January 21, 7 p.m. – Organizing Your Genealogy Research, with Diane Nesmeyer.
January 22, 2 p.m. – Get More Out of Google, with Susie Besecker.
February 12, 2 p.m. – Did You Know? Fascinating Stories about Prince William County History, with Don Wilson.
February 26, 11 a.m. – Genealogy 201, with Tish Como.
“Genealogy Doctor”: free counseling (contact us for an appointment).
GENEALOGY 101
Presented by Beverly Veness
Those curious about their family history have an opportunity to learn about methods, strategies and resources for tracing their roots. This free 90-minute program, conducted by Beverly Veness of the RELIC staff, will highlight the numerous free genealogical resources available at RELIC and will explore basic techniques for tracking ancestors.
This program will also be presented at Bull Run Regional Library, on Thursday, December 12, at 11 a.m. To register please contact RELIC at [log in to unmask], or at (703) 792-4540.
GENEALOGY 201: BEYOND THE BASICS
Presented by Tish Como
Genealogy 101 introduced basic resources and techniques for researching your family's history. Genealogy 201 presents alternate resources to enhance your family's history and advanced search techniques to help maximize your results from online databases including census records, passenger lists, maps, and books. RELIC's Tish Como will present this program on Thursday, January 9, 2014, at 7 p.m. at the Chinn Park Regional Library, 13065 Chinn Park Drive, Prince William, VA 22192. The program will be repeated on Thursday, January 16, at 11 a.m. and Wednesday, February 26, at 11 a.m. at Bull Run Regional Library.
To reserve a seat for this free program, contact RELIC at (703) 792-4540 or at [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> .
ORGANIZING YOUR GENEALOGY RESEARCH
Presented by Diane Nesmeyer
Do you love to research but hate organizing your findings? Or are you just overwhelmed and not sure how to begin arranging all of the documents you’ve collected in a way that makes sense? Learn strategies for tracking the tangible results of your research. You will ultimately save time and become a better genealogist. This program will be presented by veteran genealogist Diane Nesmeyer on Tuesday, January 21, at 7 p.m., at Bull Run Regional Library.
To reserve a seat for this free program, contact RELIC at (703) 792-4540 or at [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> .
GET MORE OUT OF GOOGLE
(THE WORLD’S LARGEST SEARCH ENGINE)
Presented by Susie Besecker
Technology instructor and amateur genealogist Susie Besecker will demonstrate various ways to unleash the power of Google for searches ranging from weather and movie times to tips for finding information to enhance your family tree.
This free program will be presented on Wednesday, January 22, at 2 p.m. in the community room of Bull Run Regional Library. To reserve a seat, contact RELIC at (703) 792-4540 or at [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> .
DID YOU KNOW … ?
FASCINATING STORIES ABOUT
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY HISTORY
Presented by Don Wilson
Don Wilson, Virginiana Librarian, was been studying Prince William’s unique past for over 30 years. Join him as he shares some of his favorite stories about Prince William County’s rich 283-year history.
This free program will be presented on Wednesday, February 12, at 2 p.m. in the community room of Bull Run Regional Library. It is co-sponsored by the Manassas Lifelong Learning Institute. . To reserve a seat, please contact RELIC at (703) 792-4540 or at [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> .
“Genealogy Doctor” Accepting Appointments for Research Help
Don Wilson, head of RELIC, sets aside time each month for free private sessions to mentor persons researching their family history. A thirty-minute session can be used to discuss and analyze an historical or genealogical problem that has stumped you.
Daytime and evening hours are possible. To set up an appointment, please call RELIC at 703-792-4540 or email [log in to unmask] . Bull Run Regional Library is located at 8051 Ashton Avenue, Manassas, VA 20109.
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 Ask RELIC <http://www.pwcgov.org/government/dept/library/RELIC/Pages/Ask-RELIC.aspx> or by calling us at 703-792-4540. Hours, September to June (ET): Monday-Thursday 10am-9pm, Friday-Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday noon-5pm. Closed Federal holidays.
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