WHAT'S NEW IN RELIC
February 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> .
NEW ON OUR WEBSITE
This month we have updated our links for African American history sources. Our RELIC Publications page contains two special titles, both recently revised. http://www.pwcgov.org/government/dept/library/RELIC/Pages/RELIC-Publications.aspx <http://www.pwcgov.org/government/dept/library/RELIC/Pages/RELIC-Publications.aspx>
· Black Heritage in Prince William County (Celebrating 275 Years) Some highlights and sources for local history.
· African Virginians Prior to 1865: a Selected Guide to Historical, Biographical and Genealogical Sources, by Donald L. Wilson. Includes a list of all known Virginia freedmen’s marriage, cohabitation and children’s registers, an important source for tracing ancestry into slavery. This bibliography has not been previously available online.
Our Prince William County page now has a direct link to
· Prince William County Natives Enrolled in the United States Colored Troops, 1863-1865, by Tish Como, as published in Prince William Reliquary, April 2009. http://www.pwcgov.org/government/dept/library/RELIC/Pages/Prince-William-County.aspx <http://www.pwcgov.org/government/dept/library/RELIC/Pages/Prince-William-County.aspx>
Additional Black history sources available on our website include several at our Digital Library http://eservice.pwcgov.org/library/digitalLibrary/ <http://eservice.pwcgov.org/library/digitalLibrary/> :
· Prince William County People, 1701-1800, indexed by Greg Mason.
· Manassas Industrial School Personnel, 1894-1982, indexed by Margaret Binning.
· 2000 African-American Heritage Map, by Eugene Scheel.
Our electronic journal Prince William Reliquary contains additional feature articles: http://www.pwcgov.org/government/dept/library/RELIC/Pages/Prince-William-Reliquary.aspx <http://www.pwcgov.org/government/dept/library/RELIC/Pages/Prince-William-Reliquary.aspx>
* Colored Inhabitants of Prince William County … 1865 and 1866 [from] Personal Property Tax Lists, by Charlotte Cain (5:1:13)
* Descendants of Samuel and Nellie Naylor, by Charlotte Cain (1:4:73)
* Freedman Bank Records, an Index to Prince William County Records, by Beverly Veness (2:1:20)
* How Old Was She? The Mystery of Chloe Ashby, by Don Wilson (4:2:38)
* Prince William County Deeds of Emancipation, 1800-1850, by Charlotte Cain and Beverly Veness (7:3:60 and 8:2:42)
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. Except where noted, all these programs will take place at the community room at Bull Run Regional Library, 8051 Ashton Avenue, Manassas, VA. Most programs last about one hour. 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> .
February 13, 2 pm – Genealogy 101, with Beverly Veness.
February 19, 7 pm – A Demonstration of Family Tree Maker, with Susie Besecker.
March 13, 2 pm – Finding Your Family in the News, with Don Wilson.
March 26, 7 pm – They All Went To Church: Finding Your Ancestors in Baptist, Methodist, and Catholic Records, with Char McCargo Bah.
April 18, 11 am – Researching Women, with Karen Jensen.
April 23, 7 pm – Researching Women, with Karen Jensen (repeat).
“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 at a free session conducted by Beverly Veness of the RELIC staff. The 90-minute program, “Genealogy 101,” is scheduled for Wednesday, February 13, at 2 p.m. It will highlight the numerous free genealogical resources available at RELIC and will explore basic techniques for tracking ancestors.
To register for this free program, stop by the library at 8051 Ashton Avenue, Manassas, VA 20109, email [log in to unmask], or call RELIC at (703) 792-4540 or TTY: (703) 792-4524.
A DEMONSTRATION OF FAMILY TREE MAKER GENEALOGY SOFTWARE
Presented by Susie Besecker
Wonder how a genealogy software program can help you organize and enhance your family research? Family Tree Maker is one of the most popular programs available. Whether you are just beginning your exploration of family history or you want to learn about FTM’s advanced features, this demonstration by genealogist / technology instructor Susie Besecker will help.
See how to use Family Tree Maker to create reports and charts, note sources, manipulate information, calculate relationships, attach photos and images, import and export information, exchange data with other researchers and attach source documentation for your family tree. Ms. Besecker has been using Family Tree Maker for many years and has kept up with the enhancements / improvements. She’ll share what she’s learned about this essential resource for keeping your family tree growing and organized.
The program will be presented at Bull Run Regional Library on February 19, 2013, beginning at 7:00 p.m. To register for this free program email [log in to unmask] , or call RELIC at (703) 792-4540.
FINDING YOUR FAMILY IN THE NEWS
Presented by Don Wilson
Using newspaper archives for historical research has never been easier. RELIC’s Don Wilson will describe how a growing number of newspapers online may be searched for items useful for family and local history. Now you can find obituaries, marriage notices, court cases, advertisements, news items, local gossip, photos and more.
The program will be presented at Bull Run Regional Library on Wednesday, March 13, 2013, beginning at 2:00 p.m. To register for this free program email [log in to unmask] , or call RELIC at (703) 792-4540.
THEY ALL WENT TO CHURCH:
FINDING YOUR ANCESTORS IN BAPTIST, METHODIST,
AND CATHOLIC RECORDS
Presented by Char McCargo Bah
This session will cover the history of each denomination and their pre and post Civil War records including anniversary books, church history books, membership records, church minutes, baptisms, christenings, slave attendance records, etc. A case study will demonstrate how to incorporate these records into your genealogy research. It will be presented by professional genealogist / historian Char McCargo Bah.
The program will be presented at Bull Run Regional Library on Tuesday, March 26, 2013, beginning at 7:00 p.m. To register for this free program email [log in to unmask] , or call RELIC at (703) 792-4540.
RESEARCHING WOMEN
Presented by Karen Jensen
Karen Jensen is the Assistant Director of the Centreville Family History Center and she’s been studying her family’s history for decades. She has had surprisingly good results researching her female lines in particular. Learn about her approach and findings.
The program will be presented at Bull Run Regional Library on Thursday, April 18, 2013, at 11:00 a.m. and will be repeated on Tuesday, April 23, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. To register for this free program email [log in to unmask] , or call RELIC at (703) 792-4540.
“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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