WHAT'S NEW IN RELIC
May 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>
FREE ONLINE ACCESS TO PRE-1918
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY DEEDS
Those of you who do not research regularly in Prince William County records may be unaware that the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Michèle B. McQuigg, has made pre-1918 land records freely available online at https://www3.pwcgov.org/pahax. By agreeing to the conditions posted there, you may do searches by name or by instrument (book and page number). You can retrieve PDF images of documents as early as 1731. Please remember that there are a number of significant gaps in Prince William deeds prior to 1865, as a result of the Civil War.
Those gaps may be overcome by using rent rolls, land tax lists, loose papers, court orders, and an old index. The latter item, Prince William County Deeds Index, 1731-1827, compiled by Charlotte Cain, is available at http://eservice.pwcgov.org/library/digitalLibrary/ in addition to several early tax lists transcribed by Greg Mason. Ron Turner's website contains many collections of Prince William loose papers, including documents from lost deed books. http://www.pwcvirginia.com/pwcvabookspublishedworks.htm
The Clerk's office also has post-1918 documents online which may be accessed by subscription. http://www.pwcgov.org/government/courts/circuit/
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.
May 24, 7 p.m. - Former Friends: George Washington's Break with George Mason and Thomas Jefferson, with historian Peter Henriques.*
June 23, 11 a.m. - Genealogy 101: Getting Started, with Tish Como.
June 28, 7 p.m. - Genealogy 201: Beyond the Basics, with Tish Como.
July 21, 11 a.m. - The Challenges and Rewards of Researching Virginia Families, with Darlene Hunter.
Aug. 18, 11 a.m. - Genealogy 201: Beyond the Basics, with Tish Como.
Aug. 23, 7 p.m. -The Challenges and Rewards of Researching Virginia Families, with Darlene Hunter.
*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, May 24, 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 Bun 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.
GENEALOGY 101: GETTING STARTED
Presented by Tish Como
Discovering your family's history is both fun and rewarding. Genealogy Librarian Tish Como will demonstrate the essential first steps to take, and resources to use - most of which are available for free through the library - to ensure that your research is accurate, complete and well-documented. This free program will be presented on Thursday, June 23, 2016, at 11 a.m., at Bull Run Regional Library. You may register for it at (703).792-4540 or [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.
GENEALOGY 201: BEYOND THE BASICS
Presented by Tish Como
Genealogy Librarian Tish Como will discuss effective research strategies and demonstrate advanced techniques for successfully searching and evaluating free online genealogy/history resources. See how information found in census, newspapers, passenger lists, maps, books and manuscripts can add detail and interest to your family history. This program will be presented on Tuesday, June 28, 2016, at 7 p.m. at Bull Run Regional Library. It will be repeated on Thursday, August 18, at 11 a.m. To register for this free program, please call (703) 792-4540 or contact [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.
THE CHALLENGES AND REWARDS OF
RESEARCHING VIRGINIA FAMILIES
Presented by Darlene Hunter
Learn about the many and varied resources available to trace your Virginia ancestors. Library staff member and certified genealogist (C.G.) Darlene Hunter will describe official records (and their substitutes), compiled records, finding aids and institutional records and provide examples of how to locate and utilize them to document your Virginia genealogy. This program will be presented on Thursday, July 21, 2016, at 11 a.m., at Bull Run Regional Library. It will be repeated on Tuesday, August 23, at 7 p.m. You may register for this free program at (703).792.4540 or [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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