WHAT'S NEW IN RELIC March 2009 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> . This month's listings include a large group of donations from the Prince William County Genealogical Society. CHURCHILL PHOTOGRAPHS ON DISPLAY AT BULL RUN LIBRARY Roxana Adams, curator of the Manassas Museum, has assembled an exhibit of the work of Manassas photographer Howard Churchill currently on display at Bull Run Regional Library until the end of March. The photos are displayed just inside the entrance of the library. Churchill, a native of New York City, moved to Manassas after World War II and set up a photographic studio. He also took many news and human interest photos for local newspapers. This sampling of his work covers the 1940s through the 1960s and shows the wide range of his interests. ________________________________ 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> March 22, 2 pm - Genealogy 101, presented by Bev Veness. March 24, 7 pm - Genealogical Standards of Proof, presented by Tom Jones, Ph.d., CG, CGL, FASG. April 9, 11 am - Finding Your Revolutionary War Ancestor, presented by Don Wilson April 28, 7 pm - Finding Your Revolutionary War Ancestor (repeat of April 9 program) 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. March 19, April 2 and 16 - 10 am-noon. Sunday, March 22, 2 p.m. Genealogy 101 Presented by Beverly Veness Family history enthusiasts will have an opportunity to learn about methods, strategies and resources for tracing their roots at a free session sponsored by RELIC. The hour-long program, conducted by Beverly Veness of the RELIC staff, is scheduled for Sunday, March 22, 2009 at 2 p.m. Both beginners and those who have dabbled in various aspects of their family heritage will benefit from this presentation, which will highlight the numerous free genealogical resources available at RELIC. To register for this free program, email [log in to unmask], or call RELIC at (703) 792-4540 or TTY: (703) 792-4524. Tuesday, March 24, 7 p.m. What is the Standard of Proof in Genealogy? Presented by Thomas W. Jones Researching your family's history has become easier than ever with the availability of internet databases devoted to genealogy, digitized books and images, and email. But how much of what you find is accurate? Learn about the accepted standard of proof in genealogy from certified genealogist Thomas W. Jones, Ph.D. in a free program scheduled for Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at 7 p.m. at the Bull Run Regional Library, 8051 Ashton Avenue, Manassas, Va. Dr. Jones will explain the Genealogical Proof Standard, its five elements, and how each contributes to convincing proof. Examples will demonstrate the standard's application to simple and complex situations that genealogists frequently encounter. It will answer the question, "How much evidence is enough for proof?" Jones is joint editor of the National Genealogical Society Quarterly, trustee and a past president of the Board for Certification of Genealogists, a current board member and former trustee of the Association of Professional Genealogists, and recipient of its 2004 Grahame T. Smallwood Jr. Award of Merit. An active genealogist since his teens, Jones writes and speaks frequently on genealogical methods that have broad application across geographic areas, time periods, and levels of expertise. To register for this free program email [log in to unmask], or call RELIC at (703) 792-4540 or TTY: (703) 792-4524. To be notified of upcoming programs and new resources in RELIC, visit http://www.pwcgov.org/library/relic/whats_new_in_relic.htm 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