WHAT'S NEW IN RELIC
August 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>


DARLENE L. HUNTER, CG,
JOINS RELIC FULL-TIME STAFF

We are delighted to announce that Darlene L. Hunter has been selected to join RELIC's full-time staff effective August 22.   As RELIC's Library Services Technician III (LST III), she will take up the duties formerly managed by Beverly Veness, who retired in February, including reference services, maintenance of the collection and supervision of volunteers.  Darlene has worked at Bull Run Regional Library as LST III for Adult Services since 2006.  A graduate of the University of Kansas, and formerly on the staff of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, she is a Certified Genealogist (CG).
For a number of years Darlene has contributed to RELIC's publications including articles for Prince William Reliquary on "The Bristoe Tract" (2004), "Moor Green" (2005) and "Prince William County Materials in the Melvin E. Steadman Collection" (2009).  Since 2012 she has compiled various works on Baptist congregations in Prince William County, including a History of Occoquan Baptist Church for our Digital Library<http://eservice.pwcgov.org/library/digitalLibrary/>.  She has transcribed and indexed its records, 1794-1940, as well as the records of Quantico Baptist Church, 1858-1911, and Beulah Primitive Baptist Church (Occoquan), 1892-1940.  On August 23, at Bull Run Library, she will reprise her talk on "The Challenges and Rewards of Researching Virginia Families."  She is currently a member of the governing board of the Virginia Genealogical Society.  We are honored to have her as part of our staff.




NEW MICROFILM SCANNER ARRIVES AT RELIC

Another happy announcement this week is the arrival of ST Imaging's ViewScan III microfilm scanner.  Thanks to the generosity of many RELIC patrons as well as a budget allocation, we finally have the latest equipment for downloading images from microfilm.  Staff has been trained in its use, and are ready to assist patrons in saving microfilm and microfiche images to digital media.   This new equipment replaces the former scanner we had attached to a reader-printer.  It seems much easier to use and delivers noticeably better results.   The Cruise Control feature even allows a continuous series of images to be scanned automatically.  Researchers are encouraged to always have a USB flash drive with them when visiting RELIC to take advantage of this equipment or to download images from our online resources (such as Ancestry Library Edition).  Depending on demand, we may have to set up a reservation schedule for use of the machine.  For microfilm viewing and printing (at 15 cents per copy), RELIC has several other public machines.




VIRGINIA GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY
SET TO VISIT RELIC

The Virginia Genealogical Society's fall conference will take place in Prince William County.  On Friday, September 30, co-sponsors VGS and the Mount Vernon Genealogical Society invite attendees to visit RELIC, 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., for "Research at the Library."  Library staff will be available to answer questions concerning the Library's collections and their use. Experienced researchers will be available to answer questions, provide individual assistance to beginners, and to offer strategies for difficult genealogical problems.  Registration is not required to visit RELIC that day.
On Saturday, October 1, a series of talks on "Genealogy Strategies: The Basics and More" will be given, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., at the Hilton Garden Inn, 2500 Neabsco Common Place, Woodbridge, VA 22191, with speakers Sharon Hodges, Chuck Mills, and Don Wilson.  For a list of topics, times, and registration information, please go to http://www.vgs.org/images/VGSFall2016Brochure.pdf .



RELIC PROGRAMS

Here are our latest offerings.  Funding for selected RELIC programs is provided by the Friends of Bull Run Library.*  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.


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.
Sept. 27, 7 p.m. - Understanding Four Civil War Campaigns through Maps, with Bradley Gottfried.
Sept. 30-Oct. 1 - VGS program, see above.
Oct. 4, 7 p.m.  - Genealogy 101: Getting Started, with Tish Como.
Oct. 20, 11 a.m. - Genealogy Resources Demonstration, with Don Wilson.
Oct. 25, 7 p.m. - An Introduction to DNA Testing for Genealogy, with Shannon Combs-Bennett.*
Nov. 1, 7 p.m. - Genealogy 201: Beyond the Basics, with Tish Como.
Nov. 17, 11 a.m. - Autosomal DNA for Genealogy: Make Your Results Matter, with Jim Bartlett.



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 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. RELIC 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 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.




UNDERSTANDING FOUR CIVIL WAR CAMPAIGNS
THROUGH MAPS
Presented by Bradley Gottfried

Join Civil War historian and author Bradley Gottfried as he "walks" you through the Hallowed Ground of the Wilderness Campaign, First Bull Run and the Bristoe and Mine Run Campaigns using detailed and revealing maps from his books. Dr. Gottfried is current president of Southern Maryland College and a board member of the Central Virginia Battlefield Trust. The author of eleven books, his latest, The Maps of the Wilderness: An Atlas of the Wilderness Campaign, May 2-7, 1864, continues his efforts to study and illustrate the major campaigns of the Civil War's Eastern Theater. Dr. Gottfried will offer copies of his books for sale after his presentation.
This program will be presented on Tuesday, September 27, 2016, at 7 p.m., at Bull Run Regional Library.  You may register for this free event 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 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 Tuesday, October 4, 2016, at 7 p.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.



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, June to September (ET):  Monday-Thursday 10am-9pm, Friday-Saturday 10am-5pm. Closed Sundays, 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.  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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