YOUNGSVILLE – The Youngsville Public Library has a new director – and the library will be taking on some new programs in the future.

Emily Campbell, the library’s new director, grew up outside of Pittsburgh and moved up to the Warren area in June to take on the library director position. Campbell had spent 12 years working with young children in a daycare/preschool setting.

“This role as a director is new and different, but at the same time, my experience has helped to be prepared for anything as each day is different and anything could come up,” Campbell said. “I am currently working on my library certification and looking forward to continuing to learn more about the library system.”

Campbell said she was ready for this professional change and challenge.

“I am excited to bring new ideas and programs to the library. I plan to start slow by just making activities available each week for both children and adults.”

Keeping the current programs alongside building new ones is something Campbell is excited to be planning for the library. Some of the programming that will continue includes a monthly story time on the second Tuesday of each month. That’s one of her favorites. “Wifi Wednesday” on the third Wednesday of each month is a program that provides help for people with technology questions. On the third Monday of each month, a Careerlink employee teaches people in the community how to jumpstart their career. The Youngsville Library also hosts classes through HiEd.

The library itself is a small building in a small community, Campbell said that shouldn’t let that stop anyone from getting involved with what is happening there. Four people are on staff along with many volunteers.

Campbell emphasized that the library is open until 6 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays.

“The kids in Youngsville need a safe place to hang out. Come do your homework here after school and hang out,” she said.

Having a personal connection to the local public school district, Campbell plans to reach out to the district as well as other community organizations. She has already made some connections to the Rouse House about a puzzle exchange program and more.

“I look forward to continuing to learn about the library and about the community,” Campbell said. “I am always open to new ideas and suggestions allowing the library to support the community the best it can.”

Today, the library, located at 100 Broad St., Youngsville, will be having its annual book sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m..

For more information, visit in person or online www.youngsvillelibrary.org