WHAT'S NEW IN RELIC

December 2007

 

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>   

 

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.

 

December 13 - Not Found on a Passenger List?

January 10 and 22 - Your Ancestor's Timeline

January 25 - Genealogy 101

February 7 and 26 - African-Virginians: Sources before the Civil War

Feburary 22 - DNA and Surname Ancestry

Genealogy Doctor - Jan. 3, Jan. 17, Feb. 21.

  

(See below for details.)

 

 

 

  

Thursday, December 13, 11:00 a.m.

NOT FOUND ON A PASSENGER LIST?

Presented by Tish Como

The handwriting on passenger lists is often difficult to read.  That presents problems for the indexers and challenges for researchers.  RELIC librarian Tish Como will demonstrate some strategies for finding your ancestor in the Ancestry Library Edition¸ Ellis Island and other immigration databases, and suggest alternative sources for learning about your immigrant ancestor's arrival.  

To register for this free event, contact RELIC at (703) 792-4540 or at [log in to unmask]

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Thursday, January 10, 11 a.m.

repeated Tuesday, January 22, 7 p.m.

YOUR ANCESTOR'S TIMELINE:

A KEY TO GENEALOGICAL SUCCESS

Presented by Don Wilson

            

Genealogists may get overwhelmed by the number of documents they find that seem to relate to the same family.  Different documents may offer contradictory or confusing stories.  How to make sense of it all?  How do you know which documents belong to your ancestor?  How do you determine what documents are needed to prove your case?  How do you know you have covered all the bases?  Could the evidence you seek already be in your file?

            RELIC's Virginiana librarian, Don Wilson, will show how a simple timeline technique can be one of the most effective tools for solving your family history puzzles.  The hour-long program will be presented twice at the Bull Run Regional Library in Manassas:  on Thursday, January 10, at 11 a.m., and on Tuesday, January 22, at 7 p.m.

To register for this free event, contact RELIC at (703) 792-4540 or at [log in to unmask]

          

                   

Friday, January 25, 11 a.m.

GENEALOGY 101:  BEGINNING YOUR FAMILY HISTORY

Presented by Beverly Veness

Beverly Veness of the RELIC staff will explain the basics of genealogy, including methods, strategies and resources.  The program includes an overview of how RELIC can help you with your research.  It will be presented Friday, January 25, from 11 a.m. to noon at Bull Run Regional Library.

To register for this free event, contact RELIC at (703) 792-4540 or at [log in to unmask]

Coming in February:

African-Virginians:  Sources for History and Genealogy before the Civil War, presented by Don Wilson.

  Feb. 7 at 11 a.m.

  Feb. 26 at 7 p.m.

Use of DNA in the Search for Surname Ancestry, presented by J. J. 'Jim' Logan.

  Feb. 22 at 10:30-noon.

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):

January 3, January 17, February 21

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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