WHAT'S NEW IN RELIC
March 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>
FAREWELL TO BEVERLY VENESS
Beverly Veness retired as a member of the RELIC staff on February 29, after serving with the library system since 1987. She has been a vital part of the RELIC operation since we opened at Bull Run Library in 1994. In addition to providing expert help to our customers, she has been chiefly responsible for maintenance of our collection and its statistics, and for overseeing volunteer assignments. She also lead our popular Genealogy 101 workshops. Her sympathetic ear and constant good humor will be greatly missed. Bev and husband Mike have some exciting and relaxing travel planned. We wish them well.
RELIC PROGRAMS
Here are our latest offerings. Funding for selected RELIC programs is provided by the Friends of Central and Bull Run Libraries. 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.
March 29, 7 p.m. - Former Friends: George Washington's Break with George Mason and Thomas Jefferson, with historian Peter Henriques.*
April 26, 7 p.m. - Researching the Battle of Bristoe Station: a Neat Civil War Trap, with historian Bill Backus.*
*Programs funded by the Friends of Central and Bull Run Libraries
FORMER FRIENDS: GEORGE WASHINGTON'S BREAK
WITH GEORGE MASON AND THOMAS JEFFERSON
Presented by Peter Henriques
Join Peter Henriques, noted Washington Scholar / Professor of History Emeritus, George Mason University, and author of A Realistic Visionary: a Portrait of George Washington, for an examination of the complicated relationship between three of the Founding Fathers. This program will be presented on Tuesday, March 29, at 7 p.m., at Bull Run Library. Dr. Henriques will offer copies of book for sale after the lecture. Funding for this program is provided by Friends of Central and Bull Run Libraries.
To register for this free program, contact RELIC at (703) 792-4540 or at [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.
RESEARCHING THE BATTLE OF BRISTOE STATION:
A NEAT CIVIL WAR TRAP
Presented by Bill Backus
Certain battles enjoy wide recognition. References to Gettysburg, Antietam, and Manassas abound in American history textbooks and popular and scholarly Civil War titles. But what about smaller, lesser known battles? Join historian Bill Backus, author of A Want of Vigilance: The Bristoe Station Campaign, October 9-19, 1863, to learn about this lesser-known but significant local battle and the challenges of researching smaller conflicts. This program will be presented on Tuesday, April 26, at 7 p.m., at Bull Run Library. Mr. Backus will offer copies of his book for sale after the lecture. Funding for this program is provided by Friends of Central and Bull Run Libraries.
To register for this free program, contact RELIC at (703) 792-4540 or at [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.
WE STILL WELCOME DONATIONS TO OUR SCANNER FUND
We extend a public "thank you" to those who have contributed to RELIC's fund for a new microfilm scanner and invite others to participate. Every gift, no matter the size, takes us toward that goal.
Donations made to "Prince William County" (with "RELIC Donation Account" on the check's memo line) are now being earmarked for future purchase of this equipment. Send checks to RELIC at 8051 Ashton Avenue, Manassas, VA 20109. Donations may be tax deductible. We appreciate your support.
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://pwcgov.org/government/dept/library/Pages/RELIC-Ask.aspx> or by calling us at 703-792-4540. Hours for Bull Run Library, September to June (ET): Monday-Thursday 10am-9pm, Friday-Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday noon-5pm. Closed Federal holidays and holiday weekends.
PLEASE NOTE: Dedicated staff are available in RELIC (saving an occasional mid-day lunch break) on Mondays through Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sundays from 12 noon to 5 p.m. We also have a staff member available on most Thursday evenings from 6 to 9 p.m. If you are planning to visit on a weekday evening, please call ahead or ask for assistance at the front Information Desk.
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