Please email community news to Colette Nelson at Colettenel.ypl@gmail.com by Wednesday of each week to be included in the Youngsville News section of the Saturday paper.

The Youngsville High School Alumni will be holding their “Alumni Lunch” on Tuesday, July 14, from noon to 3 p.m., at the Youngsville Firehall.

Those attending are asked to bring a dish to pass, and table service and drinks will be provided. This year, the Class of 1975 will be recognized.

COMMUNITY NEWS

– St. Francis Episcopal Church, 343 East Main St., Youngsville, will host a Taize prayer service at 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays. The quiet, contemplative gatherings offer an opportunity for prayer and reflection. For more information call Vicar Joe McGarry at 814-723-9360.

LIBRARY NEWS

New Library Website: Check out the new library website at www.youngsvillepubliclibrary.org. Scroll all the way to the bottom and sign up for the library’s monthly newsletter. It will feature upcoming events, community happenings, and more.

Summer Reading Programs: The youth summer reading program is set to start in June. This year’s theme, “Unearth a Story”, is set to kick off on June 8 and run to August 21. For ages 2-18, read age-appropriate books and submit one form per week. New this summer is an adult summer reading program. More information will be announced.

– Something new to the Youngsville Library is online access to library webinars, events and upcoming speakers, all from the comforts of home. Go to libraryc.org/youngsvillelibrary for more details. Those interested can also access past event recordings.

– On Tuesdays, Career Link will be at the Youngsville Library from 10 a.m. to noon. Stop in for a one stop shop for career development. Career Link offers free personalized services including one on one support with resumes and applications. Career Link can also help access skills testing and other job seeker resources. This will be a weekly event on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to noon until further notice.

June programs: Stop by the library the first week of June and help kick off the summer reading program followed the next week with sidewalk and parking spot decorating. On Monday, June 8, stop by the library for a foam party. Those attending should bring a towel.

– As a reminder of the library services: Public wifi access 24/7; high speed internet; power library reference and computer applications; computer printing, copier, scanner and faxing available with a fee; Book Club meets the second Tuesday of the month from 3 to 4 p.m.; Preschool story time is the second Tuesday of the month from 10:30 to 11 a.m.; WIFI Wednesday is the third Wednesday of the month from 4 to 5 p.m. Stop by for free help with electronic devices including iPhone, Androids and tablets. No appointment is needed.

– Library hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, closed Fridays and open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays.

– To make giving easier, those who want to support the library can stop by the Youngsville branch of Northwest Savings Bank and donate directly to the library. Stop by during normal business hours and the staff will help with a donation.

MISCELLANEOUS NEWS

– Every Thursday is “Bar-Bingo” at the Youngsville American Legion (10 North Main St.)..Bingo starts at 6 p..m, and the kitchen opens at 5 p.m. Bar-Bingo is a formal term for the weekly fundraising event and is not intended to imply that bingo participants are required to sit at or near the bar area.