WHAT'S NEW IN RELIC
August 2011
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/whats_new_in_relic.htm> .
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GUIDE TO PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY
CIVIL WAR SITES NOW ONLINE
The Civil War in Prince William County, by Jan Townsend and James
Burgess, is a new 50-page digital publication of the Prince William
County Historical Commission. It describes events of the war in Prince
William County, including important sites and personalities, and a
contains a detailed timeline. <http://www.pwcgov.org/CivilWarPub>
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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> and click
on Subscribe. 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
<http://www.pwcgov.org/library/relic/relic_programs.htm>
August 11, 11 am - Finding Cousins through Family Tree DNA or 23 and Me,
with J. J. "Jim" Logan; repeated August 23, 7 pm.
September 17, 7-11 pm - RELIC After Dark, featuring Colleen Fitzpatrick
on Forensic Genealogy: CSI Meets Roots. $25 (includes dinner).
September 27, 7 pm - Cemetery Symbolism, with Diane Nesmeyer.
September 30, 2 pm - Genealogy 101, with Beverly Veness.
October 13, 2 pm - An Introduction to RELIC, with Don Wilson (in
cooperation with Lifelong Learning).
October 25, 7 pm - The New Family Search, with Karen Jensen.
"Genealogy Doctor": free counseling (contact us for an appointment).
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FINDING COUSINS THROUGH
FAMILY TREE DNA OR 23ANDME
Presented by J. J. "Jim" Logan
Learn how you can discover your cousins and common ancestors through
groups employing the latest innovations in genetic DNA testing for
ancestry, in a presentation by J.J. 'Jim' Logan. Dr. Logan is the group
administrator for several DNA projects and a member of the Standards
Committee of the International Society of Genetic Genealogists.
This program will be presented at Bull Run Regional Library on Thursday,
August 11, at 11 a.m. and will be repeated on Tuesday, August 23, at 7
p.m. To reserve a seat for this free program, contact RELIC at (703)
792-4540 or at [log in to unmask]
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'RELIC AFTER DARK' TO FEATURE
FORENSIC GENEALOGIST COLLEEN FITZPATRICK:
CSI MEETS ROOTS.
The Seventh Annual "RELIC After Dark" is scheduled for Saturday,
September 17, at Bull Run Regional Library, from 7 to 11 p.m. This gala
event will give participants an opportunity to dine, conduct personal
research, and to enjoy a talk by a nationally prominent genealogist.
Forensic genealogist Colleen Fitzpatrick, PhD, will be the keynote
speaker at this year's event. She consults for major military and
civilian organizations, helping to solve identity mysteries and uncover
frauds.
Established reference materials such as photos, databases and DNA can
provide much more information than you ever dreamed of, if only you keep
your eyes open and use a little imagination. The goal of her lecture is
to spark your imagination to discover new ways of looking at your family
mysteries and to turn you into a forensic genealogist.
Copies of her book, Forensic Genealogy, will be offered for sale by the
Friends of the Central and Bull Run Libraries who are helping to fund
this event.
'RELIC After Dark' is also an evening of dining and library research
opportunities. RELIC staff will be on hand to assist. Admission for
this event is $25 per person, and includes a buffet dinner, assorted
beverages, and free printing from library electronic resources. Dessert
and coffee will be offered after Dr. Fitzpatrick's talk. Dressy casual
attire is suggested. Please register early as space is limited.
Proceeds from this event will help benefit RELIC's collections and
programs.
Checks made payable to "PWPLS" (Prince William Public Library System)
may be sent to RELIC, Bull Run Regional Library, 8051 Ashton Avenue,
Manassas, VA 20109. Please call 703-792-4540 or email [log in to unmask]
for further information.
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CEMETERY SYMBOLISM: WHAT CAN YOU LEARN
ABOUT YOUR ANCESTORS FROM THEIR TOMBSTONES?
Presented by Diane Nesmeyer
How many times have you seen a symbol carved on a gravestone and
wondered what it meant? Some symbols are easily interpreted, such as
the interlocking rings accompanied by the initials "F L T" which
represent the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. Others have more
obscure meanings. Diane Nesmeyer, a genealogy instructor and member of
the Maryland Coalition to Protect Burial Sites, will help you unravel
the mysteries of Cemetery Symbolism. You will see examples of many
common symbols found in cemeteries, learn their meanings, and recognize
new questions to which they may lead in your search for family history.
This program will be presented at Bull Run Regional Library on Tuesday,
September 27, at 7 p.m. To reserve a seat for this free program,
contact RELIC at (703) 792-4540 or at [log in to unmask]
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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. The
hour-long program, conducted by Beverly Veness of the RELIC staff, is
scheduled for Friday, September 30, at 2 p.m. "Genealogy 101" will
highlight the numerous free genealogical resources available at RELIC
and will explore basic techniques for tracking ancestors.
To reserve a seat for this free program, contact RELIC at (703) 792-4540
or at [log in to unmask]
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"Genealogy Doctor" Accepting Appointments for Research Help
Don Wilson, head of RELIC (the Ruth E. Lloyd Information Center for
genealogy and local history at Bull Run Regional Library), 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.
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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. Hours, September-June (ET):
Monday-Thursday 10am-9pm, Friday-Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday noon-5pm.
To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe, please see the instructions at
http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-roots.html
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