Photo submitted to the Times Observer Charlotte Anderson is shown with the many childrens’ books that she donated to the Youngsville Public Library in preparation of its annual book sale in September. Charlotte decided to bring books from home that she had already read to share with other kids in her fourth-grade class. Eventually, Charlotte expanded her idea and decided to put the books in the Youngsville Elementary School lobby so that all the children at her school could enjoy the books. The books that Charlotte donated to the library were what remained from the books in the school lobby.

The Youngsville Library Book Club meets on Tuesday from 3 to 3 p.m. at the library, 100 Broad St., Youngsville.

All are welcome. The book club is held after regular library hours. The book being discussed in June is “The Book of Lost Names” by Kristin Harmel. The book to be distributed in June and discussed in July is “Free Food for Millionaires” by Min-Jin Lee. Those interested in joining the club can attend a meeting on the second Tuesday of each month or call 814-563-7670 during business hours from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Wednesday, Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The library’s regular story time is Tuesday from 10:30 to 11a.m. The target ages for story time are children between the ages of 3 and 6, but all are welcome. There will be stories, songs, music and more with Miss Diane. Story time is held monthly throughout the year. No registration needed.

On Tuesday, June 20, from 10 to 11 a.m. there will be a free program kicking off Youngsville Library’s Summer Programming called “Wacky Science” performed by Cris Johsnon. Due to the expected volume of attendance for the family friendly, interactive and entertaining event, the actual program will be held at the Youngsville Free Methodist Church cafeteria. No registration is necessary, all are welcome. Targeted ages are pre-K through middle school.

During “The Wacky Science Show” children will take a trip to the circus where the world’s strongest kid demonstrates the awesome power of levers, witness lessons in science safety and the scientific method with a crazy balloon experiment, kids will be asked to volunteer to participate in a Stinky Dinosaur experiment and even a demonstration of balanced forces as they remain suspended in the air, plus much more fun activities.

On June 20, it will also be possible to sign up for the Youngsville Free Methodist’s vacation Bible school program which will take place from June 2t6-29 and to learn more about the one-day vacation Bible school July 22 at Pleasant Valley Trailer Park, Pleasantville Family Camp from July 21-29 and Kingdom Bound from July 24-26. The Youngsville Public Library will also be passing out information about its extensive summer reading programs being offered in June, July and August.

The Wacky Science program is made possible through a collaboration and sponsorship by the five independent libraries within Warren County: Sheffield Township Library, Sugar Grove Free Library, Tidioute Public Library, Warren Library and Youngsville Public Library. Those who can’t make the June 20th time at Youngsville Free Methodist Church can attend additional Wacky Science program locations at 2 p.m. at the Sugar Grove Free Library; today when two shows will be held at 11 a.m. in the Tidioute Volunteer Fire Department fire hall and 3:30 p.m. today at the Sheffield Township Library. On June 27th, there will be a “Yes I Can” program, also performed by Cris Johnson, at the Warren Public Library starting at 10:30 a.m. No registration is required to attend any or all of these program locations.

For more information call any of the five independent libraries within Warren County.

BOROUGH NEWS

Pool Opening Change: The Brokenstraw Valley Swimming Pool opening date has been postponed from today to Saturday, June 17, due to a mechanical failure issue. Brokenstraw Valley pool passes will be accepted at the Warren CAR Pool starting today and will continue to be accepted at the Warren CAR Pool until Friday, June 16.

Pickleball Courts: The pickleball courts located at Island Park are set up and ready for play. The Youngsville YMCA has pickleball paddles that can be checked out for use on the Island Park Pickleball courts.

MISCELLANEOUS NEWS

Free Outreach Luncheon: Hessel Valley Lutheran Church invites all to join them for their free Monthly Outreach Luncheon on Wednesday, June 21. Lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. The menu includes hot dogs, potato salad, macaroni salad, baked beans, and dessert.

Food Bank update: There is no Second Harvest food bank at Otterbein Church (258 Dalrymple Street, Pittsfield) in July. The next food bank date at Otterbein will be on Aug. 1. No pre-registration needed. Food pickup is at 2:30 p.m. and volunteers are asked to arrive at 2 p.m. There is a new declaration of need form for August. Details at Otterbein.

Weekend VBS: There will be a weekend vacation Bible school at the Otterbein Church (258 Dalrymple St., Pittsfield) starting Friday, June 16, through Sunday, June 18, for children in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. The weekend VBS theme is “Pets Unleashed: where Jesus care ‘FUR’ you.” Friday hours are 5 to 8 p.m. with dinner served at 5 p.m. Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with lunch served at 12:30 p.m. Sunday starts at 10 a.m. with the church VBS program. For more information call 814-563-3333.