By STELLA WALTON

Correspondent

Road closure extended

The following road closure has been extended until May 31: Railroad Street will be closed from 6 p.m. to 3 a.m. for water line replacement and road milling. Call the borough office with any questions, 563-4604.

Holiday changes

The recycle date has been changed to Wednesday, May 22 for the month of May. June’s recycling date will be the fourth Wednesday.

Due to the Memorial Day Holiday the borough office will be closed Monday May 27. Monday’s garbage pickup will be Tuesday, May 28 and Tuesday’s garbage pickup will be Wednesday, May 29.

Youngsville TV Corp.

Annual Meeting set

The Youngsville Television Corporation’s annual board of directors meeting to be held at the office located at 3 W. Main St., Youngsville, on Sunday, May 19 at 2 p.m. All members are invited to attend.

Car Wash planned

Youngsville Free Methodist Church is raising funds for Mexico Mission Team 2013 by holding a car wash Saturday, May 18 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at WACOPSE (credit union) located at 117 Pennsylvania Ave. W., Warren.

Bicentennial

Decorations

Do you have an old-fashioned dress………a spinning wheel…….some old tools? Businesses please help us decorate to celebrate Youngsville’s 200th birthday by placing displays in your windows to commemorate the bicentennial.

Youngsville Hardware will have red, white, and blue bunting available for sale for businesses and residents who wish to participate also. Since the celebration will be held June 28-30, let’s decorate the town for the entire month of June.

Update on Emily

This is an update on seven-year-old Emily Melish and her bracelet project. Emily is the little girl who was born with Spina Bifida, scoliosis, a severely constricted left leg and a spirit that inspires everyone around her.

In April she underwent her 17th surgery via the Shriner’s Hospital system. That surgery was to replace the rod in her back with a longer one that can be lengthened as she grows. She is recovering nicely.

The Shriners pay the total cost for all the children who come to them with orthopedic, clef pallet, cerebral palsy, or severe burn issues. Last July, Emily came up with the idea to make and sell beaded bracelets. She wanted to give back to the Shriners so they could help more children like her. Since that time, the idea has taken wings. Everyone wants to help her. With a little help from her friends, over $13,000 has been donated to the Erie unit of the Shriner’s Hospital.

Three of those helpers are from Youngsville Elementary Middle School. When Anika and Reagan Chase heard Emily’s story at church, they wanted to help by making some bracelets and selling them to friends at school.

They enlisted the help of their friend Kinsey Olewine and presented their plan to teachers and principal for suggestions and approval. They reached their first goal quickly so they kept moving the goal up until they reached their self-set deadline. The girls didn’t stop there as they planned a presentation ceremony at church to present $350 to Mr. and Mrs. Oviatt, who represent the project in the Warren Area.

Their teacher and principle attended. Mrs. Oviatt said, “It is a great day when we can celebrate our children and an even greater day when they inspire us with their caring, compassion, and call to action.”

Bicentennial

Celebration at Church

A “Fun Musical Program” was held Sunday afternoon, April 21, at the Youngsville First United Methodist Church. This event was part of the year-long bicentennial celebration being held to commemorate their 200 years serving Christ.

Rev. Lyston and Marilyn Knappenberger, former pastor and wife, provided names of members of the first bell choir. Their son, Kent, directed the participants using the original bells for their first number. Kent also provided accompaniment with the harp for the second number.

Other returning members who took part in the program were Nanette Knappenberger (Kent’s wife, not a former member) and Gerri Miller Lyter, vocal soloists. The individuals of the bell choir included Grace Miller Backstrom, Deanne Culbertson Gaton, Nanette Knappenberger, Gerri Miller Lyter, Robin Culbertson Rain, Kristin Manelick Truesdate, Karen Jewell Yourchisin, and Elsa Manelick. Unable to attend due to health issues were Melanie Chapel Brush and Pam Ward Hummel.

The Han family (former pastor) from Albion shared with numbers on the cello and violin, played by Kyu Hyek and Kyu Hyung, respectively. Their mother, Eun Young, was the pianist.

The closing music, “The Lord’s Prayer”, was provided on a CD by Don Walters, who composed and directed the piece. He was also in attendance.

Pastor Seth McClymonds Jr. led the congregation in the singing of hymns between numbers. A time of fellowship followed the time of fellowship.

Mother’s Day Tea

at the Rouse Suites

On Friday, May 10, the Rouse Suites held a Mother’s Day Tea. The ladies enjoyed muffins, creme puffs, coffee, and hot tea. Great conversation was had by all residents’ and their guests. As the ladies’ and their guests left, each received a carnation in honor of Mother’s Day. There were a total of 40 people in attendance.

VBS scheduled

On Monday, June 17 to Friday, June 21 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Pittsfield Otterbein United Methodist Church invites you to Kingdom Rock VBS. Come have a great time singing, dancing, learning how God loves you, and making new friends. We are hoping to end our time, as last year, with free swimming and a picnic at the Brokenstraw Pool.

Rummage Sale

Berea Lutheran Church Rummage Sale, Junction of Routes 6 and 958.

Thursday, May 16, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday, May 17, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, May 18, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

$1 a bag on Saturday.

Clothing and many miscellaneous items available.

Change of time

for meeting

of YHS class of ’64

YHS class of ’64 will meet Thursday, May 23 for a class breakfast at the Youngsville American Legion at 9 a.m. This replaces the usual Tuesday lunch for May.

Questions, contact Fred Peters 563-9493.

Mother’s Day

at St. Luke Church

Mother’s Day saw over 70 people attend the annual Mother’s Day brunch sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council 13006.

Mothers were presented gifts of flowers and, with their families treated to a full-course breakfast served by the men of the parish. Following brunch a program on the House of Hope was given by Dianne Sherman, director, along with testimony by women on the need for this type of housing for those women recently released from prison or rehabilitation.

After the program, Father John Neff, pastor of St. Luke, presented a donation of $400 from the Catholic Community of Youngsville to Sherman to support this outreach program.

Annual Yard Sale

Evangelical United Methodist Church’s annual Yard Sale sponsored by Women’s Ministry will be held on May 17 and May 18 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Second Street in Youngsville. The sale will be in the pavilion, near the parking lot in the back of the church.

Youngsville Area News in Brief

5K Run/Walk

The “Run for the Woods” 5K Run/Walk is scheduled for Saturday.

This 5k event will benefit the mission and ministry of Wesley Woods Camp in Northwest Pennsylvania.

The 5k run will begin at 1 p.m. with a registration fee $20; 5k fun walk at 1:01 p.m., registration fee, $20; Youth/Toddler Fun Run at 2:30 p.m., Free

Registration is from 11 a.m. to 12:45 at McKnight Dining Hall at Wesley Woods

T-shirts are guaranteed to first 100 entrants in paid events.

Awards are for first male and female overall, top three male and female finishers in each age group: 12 & under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+

Rummage Sale

A rummage sale will be held at Irvine Presbyterian Church today from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m.-noon. There will be clothing, books, household items for sale. Refreshments and baked goods will be available.

YHS Events

Today, track at Warren, softball at Titusville

Youngsville High School Prom will be held Saturday at the Conewango Country Club in Warren.

Wrestling Boosters

The Youngsville Wrestling Boosters are selling tickets for a Wine Trail Fundraiser scheduled on Saturday, June 1. Tickets are $40 each. Price includes bus ride, wine samples at each of six wineries and snacks along the way. Dinner (on your own tab) will be at Denny’s Beer Barrel Pub in Clearfield before the trip home. Limited tickets remain. For more information or to purchase a ticket, please call 814 563-1606.

The Youngsville Wrestling Boosters will be hosting its 5th Annual Golf Scramble on Saturday, July 27, at Blueberry Golf Course. Start time will be at 8 a.m. For more information on registering teams please call 814 563-1606.

Benefit Dance

for Crime Stoppers

Benefit Dance will be held at Youngsville Fire Hall on Saturday to benefit Crime Stopper of Warren County. Entertainment is by Ron Carrington, Sr. & Touch of Gold Band from 8 p.m.- 1 a.m.

Donation of $15 couple and $8 single, BYOB and BYO snacks.

Annual Yard Sale

Evangelical United Methodist Church will hold its Annual Yard Sale sponsored by Women’s Ministry on May 17 and May 18 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Second Street in Youngsville. The sale will be in the pavilion, near the parking lot in the back of the church.

Community dinner

St. Francis Episcopal Church monthly Community Dinner will be Tuesday, May 14, in the Fellowship Hall. The menu will feature pork and sauerkraut, mashed potatoes, roll and dessert will be served. Serving hours 4 p.m.- 6 p.m. Donations are accepted; takes-out available at 5:45.

Allegheny Artistry

Two mounted Elk are part of a Wildlife Art Show titled – Where the “Wild Things” are in the PA Wilds. Seven of Jason Morrison’s mounted animals form the center piece for this exhibit surrounded by the wildlife paintings, drawings, photos, and sculptures of 19 Warren County artists.

The show ends Saturday. This is the last chance to see this very unique show. Gallery hours are Wednesday thru Friday 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Fine Art and Vino

Venue winners

The Revitalization of Youngsville thanks all those who attended and participated in this year Fine Art and Vino Venue. All proceeds go towards the improvement of Youngsville.

Winners for the contests are as follows:

Amateur Wine Makers: Dry Red – Gold Medal – David Blank, Silver- Leroy/Ginny Bollinger,

Bronze – Ellen Koontz; Sweet Red – Gold – Larry Baxter, Silver – Lynn Martin, Bronze – David

Blank; Sweet Blush – Gold – David Blank; Dry White – Gold – David Blank; Sweet White – Gold – David Blank, Silver – Larry Baxter; Non-Grape Fruit/Berry – Gold – David Blank, Silver – Larry Baxter,

Bronze – Joni Owens;

Best of Show went to David Blank’s Catawba.

Chinese Auction winners: Allegheny Cellars Winery Basket -Cheryl Bortholf; Flickerwood Winery Basket – Rita Sabella; Burch Winery Basket – MaryAnn Kays; Wildtree Winery Basket – Janice Rivers; Courtyard Winery Basket – Michelle Crowther

Art Contest winners: People’s Choice – Danielle Nuhfer; Paintings (any subject) First Place-Patti Amon, Second Place- Judy Whittaker; Paintings (wine related subject) First Place – Judy Leasure, Second

Place – Marian Aranyos; Useful Wine Related Item – First Place – Danielle Nuhfer, Second Place –

Keith Oviatt. Thank You Prize – PNC Investments for sponsoring the Fine Art and Vino Art Competition

Garage sales

For more than 20 years Sanford Area Annual Garage Sales have taken place. This year’s sale will be from Mickle Hill to Sanford Road, including Grand Valley, May 31 and June 1. Hours are 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Maps of the sales at any stop on the route. Food and drinks will be available.

Youngsville Area News in Brief

Pool Season

Passes on Sale

Brokenstraw Valley Swimming Pool season passes went on sale on May 1. The discount period will be through May 30. Passes can be purchased at the Youngsville Borough Building, 40 Railroad St.

You may call 563-4604 with any questions.

Neighbor Day Picnic

The Youngsville Recreation Committee Neighbor Day celebration was a huge success. We had a great time Saturday at Island Park! The purpose was to promote neighbor relationships and celebrate the people who we share our space with. It was a global initiative created by “Good” and we were one of 219 cities in 20 countries celebrating Neighbor Day.

Friends of Rouse

Auction and

Upcoming Event

We would like to thank everyone who donated something or participated in our spring silent auction. It was a huge success because of everyone’s efforts. Also, a big thank you to Gloria Dugan, who opened the kitchen for us and donated money.

Popcorn can be purchased at the Rouse Home, even though they are under construction. The receptionist will be happy to help you.

A correction of the date for the seventh Annual Friends of Rouse September Swing Golf Scramble is on Saturday, Sept. 14. It has been listed as Sept. 15. For information, contact 563-6433.

Annual Women’s

Spring Fling

The Annual Women’s Spring Fling will be held on May 4 at Youngsville Fire Department,

The Spring Fling will start at 10 a.m. and run until 4 p.m.

Some the vendors will include Beauti- Control, Tastefully Simple, Fifth Ave Cakes, Pampered Chef and many more. The event is free to the public. Food will be available to purchase from the YVFD Ladies Auxiliary.

Sports Schedule

Thursday, May 2

4 p.m. Boys Var/J.V. Baseball Home vs. Maplewood High School

4 p.m. Girls Var/J.V. Softball Home vs. Maplewood High School

4 p.m. Boys/Girls Varsity Track at Corry High School

Friday, May 3

4 p.m. Boys Var/J.V. Baseball at Fairview High School varsity only – no JV game

Saturday, May 4

9 a.m. Boys/Girls Varsity Track at North East Invitational

Youngsville Library

Unique Display

The imaginative “Paper World” created by David Smith is on display at the Youngsville Public Library from now until Friday, May 10.

David recycles cereal boxes, water bottle caps, and other materials to create his own models of planes, tanks, cars, or whatever else he fancies. What is particularly amazing is that even though David is legally blind he creates these items without the use of any pre-fab model kits.

Due to use of an intricate magnification system, David makes sure that each of his creations still has tremendous detail. Stop in during business hours to see the display: Monday and Tuesday, noon to 7:30 p.m; Wednesday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Friday noon to 4 p.m.

Youngsville Public

Library part of

WarrenGives

Youngsville Public Library has been chosen by the Warren Community Foundation to participate in the WarrenGives fundraising campaign scheduled for May 8. WarrenGives is a 12-hour online donation event hosted by the Community Foundation of Warren County. On Wednesday, May 8 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. the WarrenGives website will be open for donors to give electronically at www.warrengives.org.

Youngsville Public Library will be open special hours on Wednesday, May 8 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and members of the Friends of the Youngsville Library will be stationed at three public computers with internet access to assist donors throughout the day.

“This is a really unique fundraising opportunity for our library,” said Library Friends President Evelyn Stufflebeam. “What is especially great is that in addition to the money directly donated to the Youngsville Library on May 8th, the (Warren Community) Foundation will also give a percentage match. Also, by staying open for extended hours on Wednesday and offering computer assistance, the Board and Friends hope to both increase donation participation for our library and to target patrons who either do not have computer access at home or are not computer savvy.”

For any questions, call the library 563-7670.

Water Lines

and ROY’s Funding

In ongoing efforts to raise funds to benefit the community of Youngsville, the Revitalization Of Youngsville Association, with help, has worked hard from 2004. It has been challenging to locate money needed to replace aging water and sewer lines. This last month, Youngsville has been offered an incredible opportunity to generate the funds needed. Yet, it will take your support. If 800 people contribute $25 each then it will mean $20,000 can go toward new sewer and water lines on East Main Street. Plus the Community Foundation of Warren County has promised to add to our donations.

Youngsville was founded by Matthew Young in 1813 and incorporated in 1850. Then, between 1900 and 1920, water pipes were laid. Around 1936, during the Depression, sewer lines were laid. As our community aged so did the things that keep our people safe. Our infrastructure has been declining now for 100 years.

Earl Wilcox, Youngsville’s Public Works foreman of 35 years, said “The lines are old. They haven’t been replaced since I’ve been here. The water comes from the reservoir on York Hill and one-third of the town’s water runs through its center.”

“Most pipes are made of old cast iron which are brittle and easily broken. Our community is unable to replace the old pipes due to the expense of constant repair. Our goal is to purchase pipes designed with the newest technology: ductile iron. This stronger more flexible material will eliminate the need for constant repair and save thousands of dollars in annual repairs and water leakage,” Borough Manager Lisa Hagberg said. “We don’t want to be working under crisis management. We want to fix it before we have it break.”

We are asking you, for the greater good, to donate so that Youngsville gets this match. Donate online at WarrenGives.org on May 8; search for Revitalization Of Youngsville Community Fund, click the donate button and use a Mastercard or Visa and follow directions to make a secure donation.

Evangelical United Methodist Women’s Ministry

Ruth Ann Varrato, Kane District lay speaker shared “You Are God’s Masterpiece” with Evangelical United Methodist Women at their “Spring Fling” lunch and craft workshop at Olmstead Manor in Ludlow. This event was hosted by the Women’s Ministry Team.

Help Wanted for the

Bicentennial Production

Play tryouts for “A Beautiful Prospect” will be held on Monday, May 6 at 6:30 p.m. at the borough office. We need all ages and many of the parts are nonspeaking.

Garland Events

On Saturday May 4, a Kids Carnival will be held at the Community Center, 1204 Ext. Rd. Garland.

Time: noon to 5 p.m.. This old-fashioned Kids Carnival is fun for the whole family. Face painting and games galore for 50 cents each. Test your skills at the coin toss, ring toss, duck pond and much more.

Kids play until they win! Parents bring your camera, these are memories you’ll want to save.

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