WHAT'S NEW IN RELIC October 2010 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> . MAPS IN PRINCE WILLIAM'S DIGITAL LIBRARY The latest addition to RELIC's digital map collection is John Wood's 1820 map of Prince William County. You can now access it at <http://www.pwcgov.org/library/digitalLibrary/maps.htm> along with Prince William maps from 1759, 1834, 1901 and 1933, and Eugene Scheel's map of African American Heritage. RELIC AFTER DARK A SUCCESS I must express my appreciation for all the help we received from staff and volunteers (including volunteer spouses) to make this year's 'RELIC After Dark' a resounding success. This was the sixth time we have done it, and each time seems to go smoother than the last. Everyone involved has got their part down pat. As always, decorations were attractive, the music relaxing. Patrons were promptly greeted at 7 p.m. and directed to the buffet tables. The dinner (chicken picata and all the trimmings) and beverages (including assortments of wine and beer, thanks to Library Director Dick Murphy) were excellent and plentiful. The company was congenial. After that memorable meal, patrons who had the energy could continue their personal research with the help of our capable staff. All of our electronic resources functioned flawlessly. Our guest speaker, Drew Smith from Tampa, gave an engaging talk on 'Social Networking for Genealogists.' The evening ended at 11 p.m.after coffee, desserts, and more research discoveries. Many thanks to everyone who had a part in the preparation, support, and execution of this wonderful annual event. We hope to do it again next year. - Don Wilson 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. You may register for any of these programs at 703-792-4540 or <mailto:[log in to unmask]> . For details see <http://www.pwcgov.org/library/relic/relic_programs.htm> October 7, 11 am - Making the Most of Ancestry Library Edition, with Don Wilson. Repeated, October 26, 7 pm. October 24, 2 pm - Migration Routes before 1850, with Sharon Hodges. November 16, 7 pm - Breaking Down African-American Genealogical Brick Walls, with Char McCargo Bah. December 9, 11 am - Analyzing Estate Inventories for Genealogical Information, with Charlotte Cain. [Postponed from Nov. 4] 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. Here are upcoming available times. Thursdays, October 14 and 21, November 4 and 18 - 10 am-noon. -------------------------------------------- MAKING THE MOST OF ANCESTRY LIBRARY EDITION Presented by RELIC's Don Wilson Ancestry.com is a commercial genealogical website that has become indispensable for family history research today. New databases are added weekly. Ancestry Library Edition is the version that is available free at many libraries, including all branches of Prince William Public Library System. To help people navigate Ancestry's numerous databases, RELIC's Don Wilson will talk on "Making the Most of Ancestry Library Edition." The program will be presented at Bull Run Regional Library on Thursday, October 7, at 11 a.m. and be repeated on Tuesday, October 26, at 7 p.m. To reserve a seat for this free program, contact RELIC at (703) 792-4540 or at [log in to unmask] ---------------------------------------- MIGRATION ROUTES IN AMERICA BEFORE 1850 Presented by Sharon Hodges You know your family moved from one place to another in the United States, you just don't know how or why. Understanding why your ancestors may have left their home and moved to a new location and the routes taken to get there, may lead to new information about those elusive ancestors. Sharon Hodges is a professional genealogist, teacher and lecturer and has been involved in genealogical research for over 20 years. She will present her talk at Bull Run Regional Library on Sunday, October 24, at 2 p.m. To reserve a seat for this free program, contact RELIC at (703) 792-4540 or at [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> . --------------------------------- BREAKING DOWN THOSE GENEALOGICAL AFRICAN AMERICAN BRICK WALLS Presented by Char McCargo Bah African-American family history presents special obstacles to researchers. Slavery, name changes and destruction of records are all difficulties you are likely to encounter. Char McCargo Bah of Stafford, Virginia, has been researching her own roots for more than 26 years. She has become a frequent lecturer on African American genealogical research and has appeared on regional television. On Tuesday, November 16, she will present her program "Breaking Down Those Genealogical African American Brick Walls," at Bull Run Regional Library beginning at 7 p.m. To reserve a seat for this free program, contact RELIC at (703) 792-4540 or at [log in to unmask] 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 (EDT): 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