WHAT'S NEW IN RELIC October 2008 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> CIVIL WAR PATHFINDER NOW AVAILABLE RELIC has just published a new edition of our pathfinder Chasing the Civil War. The 12 page guide covers a number of topics that may be useful for the beginner or the scholar. It suggests bibliographies for general overviews of the war and for particular battles and campaigns - with an emphasis on Virginia and Prince William County. (The Manassas and Bristow campaigns took place here.) It also highlights the resources available in our library. It tries to help those who are searching for a particular person's life or his burial place; those tracking specific military units; those looking for historic maps, manuscripts, personal narratives, portraits, uniforms, and memorabilia; and those who want to contact organizations involved with the study of the American Civil War today. A lot has changed in source material since our first edition over ten years ago. The new edition contains much more on internet sites and electronic databases, but also identifies useful books and journals. The pathfinder may be read and downloaded free at our website http://www.pwcgov.org/library/relic/civil_war_research.htm <http://www.pwcgov.org/library/relic/civil_war_research.htm> . A print version of Chasing the Civil War may be picked up at any branch library of the Prince William Public Library System. 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 these programs will take place at the community room at Bull Run Regional Library, 8051 Ashton Avenue, Manassas, VA. 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 <http://www.pwcgov.org/library/relic/relic_programs.htm> October 9, 11 am - Tracing Your American Ancestors through Land Records, presented by Karen Jensen. October 28, 7 pm - Tracing Your American Ancestors through Land Records, presented by Karen Jensen (repeat) November 2, 2 pm - Assembling Your Family History, presented by John P. Colletta. (cosponsored by the Prince William County Genealogical Society) November 15, 2 pm - Rooting for Your Ancestors, a Beginning Genealogy Course for Kids and Their Families. November 25, 7 pm - Demonstration of Family Tree Maker Software, presented by Susie Besecker. The Genealogy Doctor is In Schedule a private, 30-minute visit with RELIC's Don Wilson to discuss an historical or genealogical problem that has stumped you. Please call 703-792-4540 for a free appointment. Oct. 16, Nov. 6 and 20, 10am-noon. 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. ______________________________________ To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-hist.html