WHAT'S NEW IN RELIC
May 2008
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
http://www.pwcgov.org/library/relic/new_acquisitions.htm
<http://www.pwcgov.org/library/relic/new_acquisitions.htm>
Saturday, September 20, 7-11 p.m.
Fourth Annual "RELIC After Dark"
To Feature Photo Detective Maureen Taylor
RELIC staff is now taking reservations for our fourth annual
"RELIC After Dark," to be held at Bull Run Regional Library on Saturday,
20 September 2008, from 7 to 11 p.m. The featured speaker, at 8 p.m.,
will be Maureen Taylor, an internationally recognized photo
identification and family history expert. Her talk will be "Identifying
and Dating Family Photographs." Tips for discovering who's who in your
family album. "Learn 10 easy steps for naming those unidentified
pictures tucked away in shoeboxes."
Her books include
* Uncovering Your Ancestry through Family Photographs;
* Preserving Your Family Photographs: How to Organize, Present and
Restore Your Precious Family Images;
* Capturing Memories (Your Family Story in Photographs).
The event includes assorted beverages and a catered buffet dinner,
access to the Library's extensive research facilities for the evening,
with free printing from electronic resources. Library staff will be on
duty to assist. Admission to the event is $25 per person. Seating is
limited. To reserve a place at this year's "RELIC After Dark," send a
check made out to Prince William Public Library System (or PWPLS) to
RELIC, Bull Run Regional Library, 8051 Ashton Avenue, Manassas, VA
20109. Please note that reservations cannot be confirmed until payment
is received.
Partial funding for this event is provided by the Friends of the Central
and Bull Run Libraries. Proceeds will be used to support RELIC's
collections and programs.
OTHER 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
http://www.pwcgov.org/library/relic/whats_new_in_relic.htm
<http://www.pwcgov.org/library/relic/whats_new_in_relic.htm> and click
on Subscribe to What's New in RELIC. All programs will take place at
the community room at Bull Run Regional Library, 8051 Ashton Avenue,
Manassas, VA.
May 8, 11am - RELIC's Genealogical Roundtable
May 27, 7pm - Organizational Skills for Genealogists
June 12, 2pm - Using Maps in Genealogy
June 24, 7pm - Using Maps in Genealogy (repeat).
Genealogy Doctor - May 15, June 5, 19.
(See below for details.)
Thursday, May 8, at 11 a.m.
RELIC'S GENEALOGICAL ROUNDTABLE
Moderated by Don Wilson
A chance to discuss your genealogical challenges in a group
environment and get tips for new approaches. RELIC's Don Wilson will
moderate this session, Thursday, May 8, at 11 a.m. at Bull Run Regional
Library's community room.
Please call (703) 792-4540 or email [log in to unmask] to
register for this free event.
Tuesday, May 27, at 7 p.m.
ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS FOR GENEALOGISTS
Presented by Diane Nesmeyer
Having trouble finding particular documents or people in your files?
Want to be able to quickly tell what research you need to do next?
Local genealogist Diane Nesmeyer will show you what to do with all that
information you are collecting. She will provide suggestions for
developing an organized approach to genealogical research and dealing
with the volumes of paper that research produces. This program will
be presented on Tuesday, May 27, at 7:00 p.m. at the Bull Run Regional
Library community room.
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]> .
Thursday, June 12, 2 p.m.
repeated Tuesday, June 24, 7 p.m.
USING MAPS IN GENEALOGY
Presented by Corinna Hodges Nowak
Learn how a variety of maps, including USGS, fire insurance,
land grants, tax maps, plats, and more can help locate your ancestors,
particularly using online resources. Genealogist Corinna Hodges Nowak
will present an overview of the history of mapping in the U.S., along
with map sources and skills.
The program will be presented at Bull Run Regional Library
on Thursday, June 12, at 2 p.m. and repeated on Tuesday, June 24 at 7
p.m. 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]> .
THE GENEALOGY DOCTOR IS IN
For tips on starting your own research or to help solve a genealogical
or historical problem that has stumped you, schedule a private,
30-minute visit with RELIC's Don Wilson.
Upcoming schedule (Bull Run Library):
May 15, June 5 and 19
Choice of times: 10:00, 10:45, 11:30 a.m.
Call RELIC at 703-792-4540 for a free appointment. If the scheduled
dates are not convenient for you, you may request an alternate day and
time.
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/default.aspx?topic=040034001840001757> or by
calling us at 703-792-4540.
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