Sponsorship and

Donations Sought

On Oct. 17 -Walk to Fight Suicide/Jamestown Out of the Darkness Community Walk Bonnie Shirey of Pittsfield (563-4217) is seeking participants, donations, or sponsorship because she will be walking for this cause. Her desire is that people be made aware that suicide is a tragedy that has touched many in this area and that help is available to those who are suffering from the effect of losing a loved one in such a manner.

Brokenstraw Valley

Fund Receives Donation

The Brokenstraw Valley Fund (BVF) received a big boost last week from the donation by John and Mary Pellegrino. The Community Foundation of Warren County will match 100 percent of all donations up to $25,000. The BVF now has $14,830 of matchable funds. That means that the Fund just needs $10,170 to reach the $25,000 start-up goal. There is also $644 match money in the Fund from Warren Gives that is not eligible for an additional match.

Pellegrino’s story is another “Local Boy Does Good” in more ways than one. His Warren County roots include growing up in Watson Township and working at the Newbold farm in Irvine. He became a structural engineer and created a successful manufacturing business in Erie known as RIDG-U-RAK. John still calls Warren County home and has restored a farm in the Hearts Content area. His success allows him to do “good” by giving back to the area.

Youngsville Public Library and the Irvine Presbyterian Church have also benefited in the past from the philanthropy of the Pellegrinos.

The Brokenstraw Valley Fund came to be as the result of ROY receiving a new challenge and an offer from the Community Foundation of Warren County to form a fund that would serve area people and organizations in the future. ROY accepted the challenge and facilitated the formation of the Brokenstraw Valley Fund (BVF) serving in and around the communities of Garland, Irvine, Pittsfield and Youngsville. The BVF functions under the Community Foundation’s rules, regulations, 501C3 status, and they manage the account’s investments.

Their offer came in the form of a pledge to match the first $25,000 in donations to the Fund, dollar for dollar. That is a 100 percent return on investments. The BVF will soon be sending out fundraising letters to area residents, organizations, and businesses.

Person of Donation

Pursued

The Wilder Museum is looking for the man who donated the big map during the YABA Days Sale in July. The museum needs to have gift agreement completed before it can get the map framed and displayed. The woman who accepted the map didn’t have the paperwork at the time. You may call her at 563-4286 or call the museum at 563-7773 or the Warren County Historical Society at 726-1795. Leave a message, and someone will get back to you.

Warren County

Historical Society Event

“Photography through the Ages Fundraiser” on Thursday, Sept. 24, 6-8 p.m. at the Wilder Museum of Warren County History located at 51 Erie Ave., Irvine.

Features antique photos from the Warren County Historical Society’s Borg and Bairstow collections and current photos from Zsebart Photography’s Monika Garami. The cost is a donation. For more information, call 723-1795 or visit warrenhistory.org.

Free Local Seminar

On Tuesday, Sept. 29 we will meet at the YBF building (next to Restore) from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch will be provided. Among other things, we will explore biblical implications for mentoring, learn about a definition of poverty based on four key relationships, and consider the complexities of poverty. We’ll be using the first half of the Faith & Finances: Equipping Allies materials from The Chalmers Center. This session is open to anyone who loves Jesus. Our goal is to help low-income individuals without creating dependency. Register by Friday, Sept. 25 so we can prepare materials and plan for lunch. Call Amy Baker (436-7607)

Annual Blessing

of Animals

The annual blessing of animals will be held on Sunday, Oct. 4 at St. Francis of Assisi Church 343 E. Main St., Youngsville at 4 p.m. Have pets under control of a leash or crate, all are welcome. We will have hot dogs and hot fudge sundaes. Monetary or pet food donations will be welcome.

Youngsville Sports

Boosters

The Youngsville Sports Boosters 301 Club Winners from week 2 were: first quarter, Taylor Hendrickson from Warren $500; second quarter, John Dailey from Youngsville $500; third quarter, Mike Hultberg from Pittsfield $500; fourth quarter, Rose Hultberg from Pittsfield $500.

Fundraiser for Medical

Expenses

Hessel Valley Lutheran Church invites you to join us for our spaghetti sinner on Thursday, Sept. 24 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Donations accepted, with all monies collected donated to the family of Bob and Karen Fors. Bob is currently battling brain cancer, so come and join us for a great meal and fellowship. For additional information or questions, contact Sally Fiscus at 717-439-3714.

Fall Work Week

at Wesley Woods

Sept. 18 at 5 pm – Sept.27 at 8 pm: Fall Work Week at Wesley Woods, 1001 Fiddlers Green Rd., Grand Valley. Are you vocationally skilled? Do you have a heart to serve Jesus by utilizing your skills for His Kingdom? If so, consider volunteering. We will take care of the material, food, lodging and all other amenities. Douglas Woodcock, maintenance director, at phone: 814-758-2148 or email: d woodcook2@gmail.com

YHS Class of 1964

Luncheon

YHS Class of 1964 luncheon will be held Tuesday, Sept. 22 at 12:30 p.m. at the American Legion in Youngsville. Spouses and other classes are welcome. Questions, contact Karen Barnett 814-664-7380.

Wesley Woods Annual

Booster Dinner

Join us at Wesley Woods on Thursday, Oct. 8 for our annual Booster Dinner. This a time for supporters of Wesley Woods to come together to hear and share stories of the impact of camp. This year’s keynote speaker is Jeff Greenway. The dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m. This event is free of charge. For more information visit: www.wesleywoods.com/fundraisers/booster-dinner

Kids Living For Christ

KLFC (Kids Living For Christ), a Sunday evening children’s group at Youngsville First United Methodist Church, will have its first meeting on Sunday, Sept. 20. We learn about the Bible, Jesus and other people in its pages, the Love of God, and our spiritual lives. We do this through Bible study, crafts, and songs; we also have snacks and some game time.

All children ages 3 through grade 6 are invited to join us at Youngsville First United Methodist Church, 225 E. Main St., Youngsville, 6 to 8 p.m. each Sunday during the school year. Come and join us and bring a friend.

Youngsville Public

Library Book Sale

Now through Sept. 30 Youngsville Library is having its annual “Bag of Books” sale – during regular business hours. Patrons can browse through the book sale items and fill a Tops-sized bag for only a $3 donation per bag.

“There are still a lot of great books, videos, and DVDs to choose from,” said Library Director Kristy Wallace. “We also add new items each week, so it is always worthwhile to revisit YPL every few days.”

Regular business hours are Monday and Tuesday noon-7:30, Wednesday 10-5, and Friday Noon-4.

Special Tea Ceremony

and Sampling Event

On Tuesday, Sept. 22 from 6 to 7 p.m. Youngsville Public Library is hosting an authentic Japanese Tea Ceremony (performed and explained by Terra LoPresti) as well as a “Tea Sampling Buffet” (hosted by Karla LoPresti) plus much more! This is a special one-day only fundraising and cultural exchange event.

The event includes an authentic Japanese tea ceremony performed and explained by Terra (a sample of tea will be distributed to each person); presentation about Japanese culture and Terra’s experiences as an Asian-Pacific Studies student in Japan; presentation about Japanese writing types, styles, and techniques; sampling of various teas and refreshments at a “Tea Sampling Buffet” (tea categories include: black tea, green tea, rooibos, and fruit tea).

Each participant will receive a personalized card with the participant’s name written in Japanese; a specialty bag of authentic steeping tea (there are 12 flavors choices to choose from and five of those choices will be part of the Tea Sampling Buffet). Seating is limited and a $12 non-refundable donation is required to reserve your spot. Register at Youngsville Public Library during business hours: Monday and Tuesday Noon-7:30 pm, Wednesday 10-5, Friday, Noon-4 or call with questions 563-7670.

“Even if you’re not a tea drinker, this is still a really great event to sign-up for,” said Library Director Kristy Wallace. “Besides the authentic steeping tea will make a very special gift-if you don’t use it yourself that is, because after experiencing the Tea Sampling Buffet people will probably be surprised how much they enjoy authentic steeping teas.”.

Homecoming Weekend

Coming Soon

Homecoming weekend is a week away. Call your classmates and make plans to attend. It’s a time to bring back memories of YHS and spend times with your classmates.

Many events are being offered. Starting Thursday, Sept. 24 with the 7 p.m. homecoming parade, alumni are asked to join in the march down Main Street to support our high school alma mater, cheer on the football players, Homecoming Court and show our Eagle town spirit.

Friday, Sept. 25 is the 7 p.m. homecoming football game. Alumni are asked to watch for the alumni tent and banner where alumni and friends gather to watch the game. Prior to the game, alumni are invited to attend a tour of YHS at 5:30 – gathering at the parking lot side entrance of the high school.

Saturday, Sept. 26, at 9 a.m. is the alumni breakfast at Richard’s Restaurant. The final event is Saturday evening, the Alumni Dinner Dance, at Youngsville Fire hall. Supporting our local fire department, a dinner buffet is being prepared by the ladies auxiliary at 5:30 p.m. Following dinner is a dance featuring the band, Trixx, playing your favorite songs and of course good ole ‘Rock n Roll’. Cost is $10 donation and the dance is open to the public. Tables can be reserved for your ‘group’. For additional information contact Kathy at 489-3535.

Class reunions being held homecoming weekend are: Class of 1965, Class of 1970, Class of 1975 and Class of 1995. Contact Kathy, 489-3535 for information or to make plans to attend YHS Homecoming weekend.

Miracle Mountain

Ranch News

Summer camp has just passed and what a blessed season it was. In the busy-ness of summer fun, it can be hard to appreciate the blessings that abound. As a staff we recently spent some time together, looking back and praising God for His blessings. Just a few of these blessings were the 99 kids who accepted Christ as their Savior and the 305 Rancher Scholarships that were given out.

We are excited to have our 2015-2016 School of Discipleship class starting up with 27 students. Each fall we look forward to meeting these new students for the 11-month program.