Beaufort District Collection Connections Blog

February, 2011

Black History Month
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Today, I am quoting from the History Channel Club's January 25, 2011 newsletter introducing the origins of "Black History Month" to kick off our own Connections entries for February 2011.

January, 2011

New Website: Medical Students and Faculty Join Confederate Military
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The Waring Historical Library and MUSC University Archives announce the opening of a new web exhibit: "Civil Practice to Civil War: The Medical College of the State of South Carolina, 1861-1865"

Local History Book Review Sessions from our FOLs
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A true local history fan has three opportunties this week to indulge themselves with book programs.

Jan. 24th -- Black Yeomanry: Life on St. Helena Island by Thomas Jackson Woofter.
Reviewer: Scott Graber
Location: USCB Performing Arts Theater, 801 Carteret Street.
Time: Doors Open at 11:30am.
Program: Noon to 1 pm.
Sponsor: Books Sandwiched In series

Thank You!
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As most of you know, the mission of the Beaufort District Collection is to acquire, preserve, maintain and make accessible a research collection of permanent value which records the history, culture and environment of the area of lowcountry South Carolina once known as the old historic Beaufort District.

We are very grateful to all the generous individuals and organizations who helped us meet our mission in 2010.

Genealogy Workshop Registration
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Reminder:

African-American Genealogy Workshop
Hilton Head Branch Library
Wed., Feb. 2nd 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm.

Registration is required.

Seating is very limited for this workshop. You must pre-register in person at Hilton Head Branch Library Reference desk or call 843-255-6525 to reserve a seat.

FEMA Recognizes Libraries as Essential Community Organizations
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A sea change for the treatment of public libraries in the aftermath of natural disasters: FEMA recognizes that libraries are essential community organizations that can be relocated using FEMA Public Assistance Program funds. Read the press release.

Taylor at Archaeology Society/ HHI Chapter Jan. 18th
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The Archaeology Society of SC/Hilton Head Chapter will be holding the 1st meeting of the 2011 season Tuesday, Jan. 18th at 7:00 pm.

Beaufort Cook Book: A Treasury of Carolina Recipes
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Local food newspaper columnist, Ervena Faulkner, recently wrote that "Tradition [is] on menu for Beaufort's anniversary." She cited 4 recipes from the Beaufort Cook Book: A Treasury of Carolina Recipes. Each recipe sounds wonderful.

In the spirit of full disclosure
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Librarians like to make it clear that we don't make up what we share with our customers. So we cite our sources. In the spirit of full disclosure, among the many electronic sources that I cull looking for potential posts for this blog which is dedicated to the topics of our area's history, culture, and environment are: 

Mayor Billy on his Dad, Dr. K - Tomorrow!
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Doctor K: A Personal Memoir by Dr. Herbert Keyserling is the topic of the Friends of the Beaufort County Library's Books Sandwiched In tomorrow. Dr. K's son, our own Mayor Billy Keyserling (image on left), is the reviewer.

During 2011, Books Sandwiched In sessions are being held in the USCB Performing Arts Center, 801 Carteret Street, downtown Beaufort.

New National Archives Website is now live!
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Adapted from a NARA Press Release:

Washington, DC… The National Archives and Records Administration launched a redesigned Archives.gov web site on December 13, 2010, as part of its flagship Open Government Initiative.

Display Case: Notable Natives and Residents of Beaufort, SC
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In honor of Beaufort Town's 300th Birthday, we are highlighting "Notable Natives and Residents of Beaufort, SC" in our display cabinet during the month of January.

African American Genealogy Workshop - Feb. 2nd
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We're taking our African-American Genealogy Presentation to the Hilton Head Branch Computer lab on Wed., Feb. 2nd from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Registration is required.

Seating is very limited for this workshop so be sure to register in person at Hilton Head Branch Library Reference desk or by calling 843-255-6525 today!

Friends sponsor Book Review Programs
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Beaufort County Library has three Friends of the Library groups. Two of those groups offer book review sessions during January and February. Programs are open to the public.

I Resolve to ...
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Happy New Year! Please resolve to spend more time exploring the vast array of services, materials, and programs that the Beaufort County Library offers.

I Resolve To...

Register for a Beaufort County Library card.

Visit a Branch Library and browse the shelves for books, DVDs, and recordings to interest me.

Emancipation Proclamation goes into effect, January 1, 1863
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Folks throughout the lowcountry attend watch services to celebrate the Emancipation Proclamation 148 years ago today. (The digital image of page 1 of the original Emancipation Proclamation illustrating this entry is from the National Archives).

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