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Youngsville Life

Photo submitted to the Times Observer The Youngsville Public Library is hosting story time from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Tuesday. Listen to stories, dance to music, and enjoy other interactive activities with Friend of the Library volunteer Miss Diane. June’s story-time theme was monkeys. No registration is needed, all are welcome. Toddler story time is held the second Tuesday of each month at the library from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Children participating in the June story time are pictured.

NEXT YOUNGSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL 50S

REUNION IS

TUESDAY

The annual Youngsville High School summer luncheon for graduates 50 years or older will be held Tuesday from noon to 3 p.m. at the Youngsville Fire Hall.

The guests of honor is the class of 1971 with host classes, 1969 and 1970. Attending alumni are asked to bring a dish to pass. Sandwiches, cake, beverages, and table service will be provided.

Photo submitted to the Times Observer The Youngsville Public Library will host its next STEM-ulating Stories with Sara program from 11 to 11:30 a.m. Monday. Children are pictured participating in a previous day’s activities. Target ages for the free program are 5 to 12 years of age. No registration is required but provided materials is limited to 25 participants. Those interested do not have to attend each of the four programs. STEM activities encourage exploration and creativity with a focus on science, technology, engineering and math. Future STEM-ulating Stories with Sara will be held at 11 a.m. July 18, July 25 and Aug. 1. For more programming information visit YoungsvilleLibrary.org.

Welcome YHS graduating classes of 1971 and before, along with guest and past teachers. Bring memorabilia items to share.

For more information email kirwin5@msn.com or sana–mum@yahoo.com.

JOB WORKSHOPS

On Wednesday, Rebecca Whitney will hold three separate career development workshops at the Youngsville Public Library.

The first workshop is from noon to 1 p.m. and is an open, walk-in question-and-answer session. Those attending can ask personalized questions regarding job searches, PA CareerLink, free job training opportunities, and more. No registration is needed.

From 1 to 2 p.m., Whitney will discuss SkillUP PA during an in-person session. Walk-ins are welcome. SkillUP PA provides access to more than 6,000 free, online skills training courses to help prepare for a new career path, enhance an existing skill-set, and more. Stop in to receive one-on-one assistance on how to sign-up for, navigate and utilize SkillUP PA.

Whitney will also lead a resume workshop from 2 to 3 p.m. The workshop is available for in-person, virtual or by-phone attendance; registration is required by calling Whitney at 814-853-5141 or emailing Rebecca.Whitney@NWPACareerLink.org. Visit youngsvillelibrary.org or Youngsville-Public-Library on Facebook for more information and for upcoming workshops. Workshops count toward weekly unemployment requirements as they are part of PA CareerLink.

PLANTS AND

POLLINATORS

PROGRAM

A three-part summer program starting Tuesday will provide hands-on learning about plants and their pollinator friends.

The program is targeted for those between the ages of 5 and 18 but all are welcome. The Youngsville Public Library is partnering with Warren County 4-H and will present the plants and pollinators program at the main pavilion at Island Park from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday July 19, July 26, and Aug. 2.

The program is free and no registration required. Programming is held rain or shine. Those attending do not have to attend each of the three programs offered in tghe series.

Each program features: nature stories, plants and pollinators facts, craft, a free snack and take-home activities. For more information visit YoungsvilleLibrary.org.

ENTERTAINMENT

Free City of Warren Music in the Park at 7 p.m. Fridays at Soldiers & Sailors Park will feature “Temple Grey performing soft rock on July 15 and Smokehouse performing classic rock on July 22.

Free Youngsville Music in the Park on Thursdays from 6 to 8 p.m. at Island Park will feature Backlog on July 21 and Aaron Reinard. The Island Park Summer Music Series is presented by Youngsville Recreation.

FUNDRAISING

Youngsville’s Sons of the American Legion is having a chicken barbecue today from noon until sold out. The barbecue is at the Youngsville American Legion, 10 N. Main St. and costs $12 per meal.

Friday, July 22, and Saturday, July 23, the Youngsville Sports Boosters will host its Sports Boosters Jubilee at the Youngsville Fire Hall. There will be a cornhole tournament, duck derby, food vendors, and live entertainment. There will also be a children’s carnival and parade on July 23 starting at 3 p.m.

WARREN MAJENGO GOLF

TOURNAMENT

The local, non-profit organization Warren Majengo Foundation will hold its second annual golf tournament on Sunday, July 17, after a successful first year in 2021. The organization’s mission is “to provide stability, security, and support for the Majengo Children’s Home and other worthy educational, economic development, and philanthropic causes in Mto wa Mbu, Tanzania.” Majengo provides support to more than 200 children in the Tanzanian community.

The second annual tournament will be held at Conewango Valley Country Club on Sunday, July 17. Tickets are $80 per person and includes green fees (four-person scramble), cart, lunch, beverages, dinner and prize money. Anyone interested in golfing in the tournament or sponsoring the event can reach out to Deb Brewster at brewsterdeb75@gmail.com or 574-563-7331. Tickets for the tournament can also be purchased online at majengo.networkforgood.com/events/453364-warren-manjengo-foundation-2022-golf-tournament.

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