YOUNGWOOD
COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER
Issue #8 “Harvest Time” October 15, 2010
SIGNS OF THE SEASONS We see the signs of fall all around, from the farmers harvesting their pumpkins, apples, and late corn and turning them in to pies, apple cider, and decorative corn stalks to the green leaves turning to orange, gold, and reds. It’s a comforting time; a time to slow down from the excitement of the hot summer days of no school, family vacations, and enjoying all the warm weather outdoor activities. It’s a time to prepare for the winter ahead of us by checking our furnaces and fireplaces and installing the storm doors and windows. Time to fill the oil tanks, and purchase cords of wood to keep the family warm and comfortable until the first signs of spring. So get out those long pants, sweaters, jackets, and boots and put away the shorts, tank tops, halters, and sandals until next year. Two other events that signal the fall season is Election Day on Tuesday, November 2nd and also, changing the clock by “falling back” one hour on Sunday, November 7th when Daylight Saving time ends. So get comfortable in your favorite chair with a warm comforter and a cup of hot cider with a cinnamon stick and enjoy, because before you know it, the signs of winter will soon be upon us.

YOUR GOVERNMENT AT WORK
October Agenda Meeting
Youngwood Borough Council held their monthly Agenda Meeting on Monday, September 27, 2010 at 7:00 p.m.. Cesare Muccari director of the Greensburg/Hempfield Library informed the council on “downloadables” which are books, movies, and music that can be downloaded to computers, I-pads, and other wireless items. PennDot sealed 22 manhole covers which were covered by the agility program with Youngwood. Leaf Pick-up will begin soon. 2011 budget meeting has been scheduled for October 20. The Halloween Parade will be sponsored by the Youngwood Volunteer Fire Dept. on Sunday, October 31st.
October Council Meeting
Youngwood Borough Council held their regular monthly Council Meeting on Monday October 4, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. Youngwood Light -up Night will be Saturday, November 13 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Depot Street will be closed for the event. Catch basin and storm water problems will be addressed on Clawson Avenue. The Sewage Authority reported that there are some repairs needed at the Sewage Plant. Attendance for Mr. Storey has been approved to attend a Bridge Maintenance/Inspection workshop.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection will be held on Saturday, October 2 at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport from 9am to 2pm. As a participating community, acceptable materials can be disposed of FREE.
YOUNGWOOD BOROUGH Agenda Meeting, Monday, October 25 at 7:00 p.m.
YOUNGWOOD BOROUGH Regular Council Meeting, Monday, November 1 at 7:00 p.m.
YOU, THE RESIDENTS ARE ALWAYS INVITED AND WELCOME TO ATTEND THESE MEETINGS.

MONTHLY PUBLICATION is currently available at the pharmacies, the banks, Youngwood Post Office, community churches, Youngwood Area Library, and at the Youngwood Borough Office , Sheetz, Sunoco, Adams Hardware, Hepler’s Hardware. For those who have computers you may access the newsletter from http://youngwood.org/ click on the link Youngwood Newsletter. Or you may go directly to http://mak-downtownallaround.blogspot.com/

Please send all information to be published by the 5th of each month to:
Mary Ann Klingensmith, Editor Kris Long, Co-editor
724-925-2480 PKling5504@aol.com. 724-433-3121 long.kris@comcast.net.

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

Youngwood Volunteer Fire Dept http://www.youngwood/ fire.com

The annual Fund Drive Letters were sent out. We hope everybody will as generous as you have in the past and thank you all for your contributions. The Youngwood Volunteer Fire Dept. answered 418 calls year to date in 2010.
SUNDAY EVENING DANCING music provided by a D.J. from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. On October 24th there will be a Halloween Dance.
WEDNESDAY EVENINGS live bands play music from the Big Band Era, 7:30-10:30 p.m..
SATURDAY EVENING dances begin again with Saddle Up on October 16.
MONDAY, November 15 the Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Tickets are being sold on a 2011 Mustang in Bayer’s Parking Lot, Bando’s Service, Adams Hardware, Hayden’s Pharmacy, and are available from any Fireman. Drawing, Saturday, October 30, 2010.
ANNUAL HALLOWEEN PARADE will be sponsored by the Fire Dept. on Sunday, Oct. 31st beginning at 5:30 p.m. All entries will meet at the Christ United Methodist Church as in past years. Refreshments will be served at the Fire Hall and community Trick or Treat will follow from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Youngwood Library www.youngwood.org/library

Story time with Miss Lynn at the Youngwood Library will be held Thursday, October 21, 28. Story time will be at 10:30 a.m. for 3-6 year olds. Please call the library to register, 724-925-9350. A winter Wonderland is being planned for December 9th. More details later.
Bob Evans Fund Raiser for the library which took place on Sunday, October 3 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the New Stanton Bob Evans was very successful. The Youngwood Library received a check for $151 and your participation is greatly appreciated. Thank you very much for your support. A December event is in the planning and information will be in the next newsletter.
Hempfield Garden Club
The Holidays are almost upon us! Garden Club members will be once again assembling and decorating the Community Christmas Tree after Thanksgiving. This has been an annual project for the Club, using a different theme each year. The tree will be on display at the Borough Building for your viewing and enjoyment. Club meetings are held on the 1st Thursday of each month at Christ United Methodist Church at 11 a.m. For membership information, or to be our guest, call 724-635-0339

Youngwood Area Business Association
YABA Annual Light-up Night will be held on Saturday, November 13th from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Depot Street between 4th and 3rd Streets. Mark your calendars for the big annual event.

Youngwood Area Revitalization & Development

The Community Cookbook went to print with 300 mouth watering recipes. This is a special YARD fund raiser for the new lighted, double-sided sign in the park at Fourth and Depot Streets. The books will sell for $10 each and will be available around November 1st. The cook books can be pre-ordered anytime by calling Mary Ann Klingensmith at 724-925-2480 and leave a name, phone number, and number of books. They will also be available at the Community Center and pharmacies. A limited number have been ordered and there will be no reorder. Thank you again to all who sent us recipes.
The Youngwood Christmas Tour will be our next big fund raiser on Sunday, December 12th from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. This is going to be a great tour with a lot of variety to show how we celebrate Christmas in our town. A social will be held at the end of the tour in the Community Center with an opportunity to view the Garden Club’s Christmas tree and the Centennial quilts. The social hosted by the YARD members will
have basket raffles, a drawing with your ticket stub for a beautiful center piece and the Community Cookbook will also be available for purchase. Advance tickets are $12 and can be purchase by calling Pat Garris, 724-755-0319 or Mary Ann Klingensmith, 724-925-2480. Tickets the day of the tour will be $15 and will be available at First Trinity United Church of Christ, 13 S. 4th Street, where the tour originates and you will receive your tour book and a tour of the church. Also, on the tour is New Beginnings Evangelical Church and St. Paul United Methodist Church,. There will be 3 homes, the former historical Holy Cross School which is now Tots-N-Tikes where you will have the opportunity to see the classrooms decorated for the holidays, and The Simple Things Gift Shop located in the historical Fiscus Home.

Animal Friends of Westmoreland

The Animal Friends of Westmoreland has both the Enjoy Book at $27 and Entertainment Book at $25, available now. The coupons this year are great and well worth the cost of the books. Books can be purchased at Platinum Spa, Rt. 119 N., 724-925-2020 or　 The Animal Friends of Westmoreland, 216 Depot St., 724-925-2555 both located in Youngwood. All proceeds benefit the 501 3c Non-Profit animal shelter also located right here in Youngwood. 　These books make great gifts! The Animal Friends of Westmoreland would also like to let you know that we need Dads UPC codes, from all Dad's Pet products (except trail size). Dad's 　has a promotion to benefit the shelter with the use of these codes, they can be mailed or brought to the shelter. Also, we are always looking for committed volunteers over 18 years of age.
Youngwood Senior Citizens will meet on Wednesday, November 10, at Christ United Methodist Church. Please take advantage of the opportunity to get together with your friends. Join us at Noon and share a covered dish meal.

PRESCHOOL AND DAYCARES

The Nurturing Place
Preschool enrollment for children ages 3-5 is being accepted. To register your child, please call 724-925-2387. The Nurturing Place preschool students are having a lot of fun participating in the “Share A Story” program at the Youngwood Library.

Tots-N-Tikes
Zumba Classes are being held at the daycare on Thursdays from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. A percentage of the income will be used for the needs of a different classroom each week. Childcare is offered for $1 a child.

CHURCH NEWS & EVENTS

Christ United Methodist Church
Monday Night Books will be held on November 1 @ 6:00 PM. We will be reading “MIstress of the Art of Death” by Ariana Franklin.
K-Force meets every Wednesday from 4 - 6:30 for ages K-5th grades. Call 724-925-2881 for information.
Oct. 11 - NEW Zumba Class starting at 6:30 will be held every Monday.
Oct. 16 - 5K Family Fun Walk for 2011,,,,Uganda Mission Trip　
Oct. 23 - Angel Food distribution & UM Women’s Conference.
Oct. 29 - Great Tomb Raid Family Fellowship 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Oct. 30 -Friendship Closet Clothing Distribution 9:00 - Noon.

Saint Luke’s Lutheran Church
Sunday worship service is at 9:00 a.m. Sunday School for children and adults follows worship. On the first Sunday of each month a Fellowship/Friendship Brunch is held following Worship Service. Everyone is welcome. Bring a covered dish to share and enjoy the good food and great fellowship. Confirmation classes have begun for young people that are 11 Years of age and older.
A special 2:00 p.m. Liturgy will be offered on Sunday, October 17 in addition to a Healing Service at both the morning and the afternoon liturgy.
St. Luke’s Knifty Knitters did not meet in October. Contact the church office, 724-925-3321 for the next meeting date.

New Beginning Evangelical Church
The New Beginning Church is sponsoring a FREE community basketball clinic for boys and girls, K-8th Grades, October thru February. Come learn the rules and fundamental skills of the game of basketball. Games will be organized as the program progresses. Plus we will begin each clinic by reciting the Lord’s Prayer from the Gospel of Matthew NAB. Registration is limited and will be held on and Oct. 19 From 6pm-8pm at the Youngwood Community Center Gym. Contact Pastor David Hixson, 724-755-0105 to register by phone or for info.
Starting Wednesday evenings in October, the church will host a community Bible study on Holy Living from 7pm to 8pm.
This fall our worship leader Ms. Laura Schadle P.A.C. will facilitate our newest ministry titled: SUPERGIRLS for ages 15-24. Being a young adult girl is tough. Sometimes we just need a place to talk and ask the questions we’ve been dying to ask, but didn’t know where to turn or seek advice. For more information contact Liz Schadle at nbcladies@hotmail.com

Holy Ascension Serbian Orthodox Church
A SPAGHETTI DINNER will be held on Sunday October 31st from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the church hall. Donation: Adults, $6.00/Children $3.00/Children under 3 are FREE. Everyone is welcome!

St. Paul United Methodist Church
The ELECTION DAY FOOD AND BAKE SALE will be held on November 2nd in the Youngwood Community Center from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Affordable menu includes: Creamed Turkey and Biscuits or Sloppy Joe with Baked Beans or Hot Dog /Sauerkraut with Coleslaw. All meals include Beverage and Dessert. Bake Sale on site plus Silent Auction - Theme Baskets.
Aerobics Class is held every Monday from 7:30 to 8:30. Home Work Tutoring is held every Thursday from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. Disciple Bible Study is held every Thursday from7:00 to 8:00 p.m.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Community Choralers
The Community Choralers are rehearsing for their Christmas program on Sundays, 7:00-8:30 p.m. at Christ United Methodist Church in Youngwood. The group includes singers from local communities and churches. Performances are at retirement/assisted living centers, the State Correctional Institution, and various churches. Please contact director Pat Miller for more information at the church, 724-925-2881.

Sign-up for:

OPERATION SANTA CLALUS--PROJECT BUNDLE-UP--SHEETZ CHRISTMAS
All sponsored by the Salvation Army, New Stanton Service Unit 562
Sign up will be held on November 18th at New Stanton United Methodist Church from 11:00-1:00 p.m.
Operation Santa Claus --Groceries and Food Vouchers for qualifying participants any age.
Project Bundle-up--for children birth to 18 years of age and seniors 62 and over.
Sheetz Christmas--for children under 12 years of age who did not participate last year.
For more information call New Stanton Salvation Army Office, 724-925-6888. Participants must live in the 15616, 15639, 15672, 15697 zip area.

Business ads are $25 for 1/4th page, $15 for 1/8th page. Contact Mary Ann Klingensmith for information.
　
　
　
　
　
　
　
　
　
　
　
　
　
　
　
　
　

YOUNGWOOD COMMUNITY

NEWSLETTER

Issue #7 “School Days” September 15, 2010

WE HAVE ALL BEEN THERE facing the challenges of the first days of school. It could be Kindergarten, Grade school, High school, or College it’s all the same feelings of the unknown. These challenges are not only for the students but for the parents or guardians who are sending these “kids” out on their own to face the real world as it may be. The first challenge is “what to wear”; second getting on the right bus at the right bus stop or if the car will start today to get you to class; third is finding your classrooms and on and on. These challenges continue until all the wrinkles are ironed out and the “kids” are into the second and third week of classes. Then it falls into a regular routine and the next question is usually, “when do we get our first day off”. Every family goes through this year after year until the last child is out on his or her own making a living, Once they get married and have children the cycle begins again. This is about the time that children figure out that mom and dad really did know what they were talking about and wish they would have paid more attention to them back then. The circle of life continues, grows and prospers from the seeds planted in early childhood with good parenting and knowledgeable teachers.

YOUR GOVERNMENT AT WORK

September Agenda Meeting

Youngwood Borough Council held their monthly Agenda Meeting on Monday, August 30, 2010 at 7:00 P.M. . A variance hearing was held at 6:30 P.M and there was a 6:45 P.M meeting with residents affected by the new floodplain areas. Council was informed by the Sewage Authority that they have agreed to increase sewage tap-in fees. The Fireman’s Scholarship will be awarded to a qualified person to attend classes at Westmoreland County Community College.

September Council Meeting

Youngwood Borough Council held their regular monthly Council Meeting on Tuesday, September 7, 2010. Under the Snow Emergency FEMA Grant we were awarded $18,950.90 for the emergency snow removal in February. Two road repair projects were approved for the CBDG funds next year. A motion was made and passed to increase the sewage tap-in fees from $300 to $1,000. A variance was approved for a carport on South 2nd Street. Trick or Treat will be held on Sunday, October 31 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Police fact-finding Committee will meet with South Greensburg on Tuesday, Sept. 14 to discuss the possibility of sharing police services. Main points will be manpower, types of services needed, and costs.re and various businesses. For those who have computers you may access the newsletter from http://youngwood.org/ click on the link Youngwood Newsletter. Or go directly to http://mak-downtownallaround.blogspot.com

Household Hazardous Waste Collection will be held on Saturday, October 2 at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport from 9am to 2pm. As a participating community, acceptable materials can be disposed of FREE.

YOUNGWOOD BOROUGH Agenda Meeting, Monday, September 27th at 7:00 p.m.

YOUNGWOOD BOROUGH Regular Council Meeting, Monday, October 4th at 7:00 p.m.

MONTHLY PUBLICATION is currently available at the pharmacies, the banks, Youngwood Post Office, community churches, Youngwood Area Library, and at the Borough Building, Sheetz, Sunoco, Adams Hardware, Hepler’s Hardware

We couldn't do it without you. Deadline for information is the 5th of each month.

Please send all information to be published to:

Mary Ann Klingensmith, Editor Kris Long, Co-editor

724-925-2480 PKling5504@aol.com. 724-433-3121 long.kris@comcast.net.

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

Youngwood Volunteer Fire Dept

www.youngwod fire.com

SUNDAY EVENING DANCING music provided by a D.J. on September 26, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. WEDNESDAY EVENINGS live bands play music from the Big Band Era, 7:30-10:30 p.m..

SATURDAY EVENING dances begin again with Saddle Up on October 16 and Blu River on October 30.

MONDAY, Sept. 20 the Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1:00 to 7:00 p.m.

ANNUAL FIREMEN’S GOLF OUTING will be held at Cherry Creek Golf Course on Saturday, September 18. Please contact any firemen for information. Annual Fund Drive letters will mailed out in early October.

Tickets are being sold on a 2011 Mustang in Bayer’s Parking Lot, Bando’s Service, Adams Hardware, Hayden’s Pharmacy, and are available from any Fireman. Drawing, Saturday, October 30, 2010.

The Youngwood Volunteer Fire Dept. answered 375 calls year to date in 2010.

The Youngwood Firemen’s Slow Pitch Softball Team recently won the League Championship with a 16-0 record. The League is made up of nine teams mostly of area Fire Departments. The team has been in the league for 35 years and this is the first time they had a perfect season. They have won the League Championship five out of the last seven seasons. They also, won the end of the season Tournament and ended up with a 21-1 overall record. Congratulations to the team, coaches, and fans that supported them this year.

Youngwood Library

Storytime with Miss Lynn at the Youngwood Library will be held Thursday, Sept. 16, 23, 30, and October 14, 21, 28. Story time will be at 10:30 a.m. for 3-6 year olds. Please call the library to register, 724-925-9350. A winter Wonderland is being planned for December 9th. More details later.

Bob Evans Fund Raiser for the library will take place on Sunday, October 3 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the New Stanton Bob Evans. Forms are available at the Library or you can tell you waitress/waiter that you want to participate in the Library Fund Raiser.

Hempfield Garden Club

Garden Club members are going on their fall trip on Wednesday, October 13, beginning with a 2 hour Amtrak train ride through the Allegheny mountains to Altoona to visit the Railroaders Memorial Museum, and Horseshoe Curve. Also included in the trip is a stop at Boyer’s Candy Co., makers of Mallo Cups, the Oak Spring Winery, and end with dinner at Burley’s Fine Food & Spirits. Meetings are held on the 1st Thursday of each month at Christ United Methodist Church at 11 AM. For membership information or to be our guest, call 724-635-0339. Garden Hint: Cool fall weather provides ideal conditions to plant new trees, and garden centers slash prices to reduce inventories now. Plant a tree at the same depth it grew in the nursery pot, and water regularly until the ground freezes. Mulch around the tree with 3-2 inches of shredded bark.

Youngwood Area Business Association

YABA SUPER BINGO to be held on October 10th from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Youngwood Area Revitalization & Development

The Community Cookbook went to print with 300 mouth watering recipes. This is a special YARD fund raiser for the new lighted, double-sided sign in the park at Fourth and Depot Streets. The books will sell for $10 each and will be available around November 1st. Locations to purchase your books will be listed in the next news letter. Thank you to all who sent us recipes.

The Youngwood Christmas Tour will be our next big fund raiser on Sunday, December 12th from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. This is going to be a great tour with a lot of variety to show how we celebrate Christmas in our town. A social will be held at the end of the tour in the Community Center with an opportunity to view the Garden Clubs Christmas tree. The social hosted by the YARD members will have basket raffles, a drawing and the Community Cookbook will also be available for purchase.

Youngwood Lions Club

The Youngwood Lions Club will celebrate 70 years of service in October. Originally chartered by Lions Clubs International on October 3,1940, today's club is one of nearly 46,000 in 205 countries and geographic areas with over 1.3 million members. The men and women of Lions Clubs raise funds to serve the humanitarian needs of their local, state and international community, with a focus on the visually and hearing impaired. Additionally, clubs also identify and support a variety of other local projects. In 1957, the Lions made the first donation to the Youngwood Area Park and Pool Fund. They later constructed one of the park's large pavilions. Through the years they have contributed thousands of dollars to the Youngwood Area Library, Westmoreland County Community College Education Fund, The American Field Service student exchange program and a variety of youth and adult programs. They appreciate the support they receive from local residents in all their fund-raising efforts. The Club will celebrate their anniversary at a special "Charter Night" at Lakeview Lounge on October 12th.

Animal Friends of Westmoreland

The Animal Friends of Westmoreland has both the Enjoy Book at $27 and Entertainment Book at $25, available now. The coupons this year are great and well worth the cost of the books. Books can be purchased at Platinum Spa, Rt. 119 N., 724-925-2020 or The Animal Friends of Westmoreland, 216 Depot St., 724-925-2555 both located in Youngwood. All proceeds benefit the 501 3c Non-Profit animal shelter also located right here in Youngwood! These books make great gifts! The Animal Friends of Westmoreland would also like to let you know that we need Dads UPC codes, from all Dad's Pet products (except trail size). Dad's has a promotion to benefit the shelter with the use of these codes, they can be mailed or brought to the shelter. And don't forget we have an account set up with Dens-A-Can, 278 Donohoe Road in Greensburg, just take your clean crushed cans and tell them they are for The Animal Friends of Westmoreland. Our Abandoned Cats and Dogs Thank-you for your support

Community Work Day to help keep the shelter open and operating to its full potential will be held on Saturday, Sept. 25 and Sunday, Sept 26 at 9 AM. We need floor tile installed, framing and trim around windows and doors, baseboards, concrete/masonry experience and extra hands to carry and move things.

Youngwood Recreation 2010 Season

The Recreation Board wants to thank the community of Youngwood for another great season. There were 323 children ages 3 to 18 signed up to play ball this past season. Much thanks to all the parents who volunteered each week to work and coach within the program. It takes a lot of commitment to maintain 7 fields, a concession stand, and coach 323 children in America’s favorite pastime. Be proud Youngwood as your community offers one of the finest baseball /softball programs in the country.

T-Ball age 3-6: 77 boys and girls making up 4 teams

8 Under Boys: 2 teams {coach pitch}

10 Under Boys - 2 teams - one second place finish

12 Under Boys - 2 teams - one first place finish

13 Under Boys - 1 team

18 Under Boys - 1 team - first place finish

8 Under Girls – 2 teams – {coach pitch}

10 Under Girls - 3 teams - first, second, third place finish

12 Under Girls - 1 team - first place finish

13 Under Girls - 2 teams - one second place finish

18 Under Girls - 1 team - third place finish

Youngwood Senior Citizens will meet on Wednesday, October 13, at Christ United Methodist Church. Please take advantage of the opportunity to get together with your friends. Join us at Noon and share a covered dish meal. After lunch we will be entertained by a dance team.

Community Choralers welcome interested singers to rehearsals for their Christmas program starting Sunday, September 26, 2010 from 7:00 - 8:30 PM at Christ United Methodist Church in Youngwood. The group includes singers from local communities and churches. Performances are at retirement/assisted living centers, the State Correctional Institution, and various churches. For more information, please contact director Pat Miller through the church, 724-925-2881.

CHURCH NEWS & EVENTS

Christ United Methodist Church

Monday Night Books moved to October 4 @ 6:00 PM. We are still reading "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" by Stieg Larsson. If you love to read please join us!

Children's After School Program**K-Force will start on Wednesday October 6, from 4 - 6:30. It will include their evening meal, recreation, homework time, library, music, crafts, puppets, Bible lesson and more. Ages K - 12 years old will be accepted. The program is held each Wednesday evening. Cost is $2.00 per child. Register before Sept. 30th and receive 4 weeks free. Call 724-925-2881 for brochure.

Fifth Annual Community Apple Festival Saturday September 25, 2009 at Christ United Methodist Church from 8:00 AM-3:00 PM * Pancake & Sausage Breakfast * Craft Show * Face Painting * Children's Area * Dumplings * Apples & Flowers * Moon Walk * Book Sale * Theme Baskets * Lunch & Refreshments More Info. 724-925-2881

"The Story” On September 26 Christ United Methodist Church will launch the reading of "The Story". This is a 31 week reading of the scripture all presented in chronological order. Everyone participating will receive a free copy of "The Story" and will be asked to join a Story Group. If reading the Bible has been something you have been putting off because it seemed too difficult please join us as we travel through God's Word together. Services are at 8:30 and 10:45 each Sunday. You can sign up for the Story Group of your choice. Phone 724-925-2881 or Christumcyoungwood.org

Saint Luke’s Lutheran Church

St. Luke’s Knifty Knitters meet on the 2nd Saturday of the month at 9:30. All are welcome.

A special 2:00 p.m. Liturgy will be offered on Sunday, October 17 in addition to a Healing Service at both the morning and the afternoon liturgy.

New Beginning Evangelical Church

The New Beginning Church is sponsoring a FREE community basketball clinic for boys and girls, K-8th Grades. Come learn the rules and fundamental skills of the game of basketball. Games will be organized as the program progresses. Plus we will begin each clinic by reciting the Lord’s Prayer from the Gospel of Matthew NAB. The children will be encouraged to memorize the prayer before the program ends in Feb. Registration is Tues, Oct. 5 and Oct. 12. From 6pm-8pm at the Youngwood Community Center Gym. Contact Pastor David Hixson, 724-755-0105 to register by phone or for info.

Starting Wednesday evenings in October, the church will host a community Bible study on Holy Living from 7pm to 8pm.

Lights “ladies ministry” invites women of all faiths to participate in our time of fellowship and service. We meet from 9-11am on five Saturdays, Sept. 18, Oct. 2, 16, 23, and Nov. 13. For information and to register contact Liz Schadle at nbcladies@hotmail.com

St. Paul United Methodist Church

Tutors are needed for the Homework Program. If interested please call 724-925-2761.

August Newsletter

YOUNGWOOD

COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER

ISSUE #6

“ Enjoy the last days of Summer” August 15, 2010

A GREAT DAY OF FUN, FOOD, AND FRIENDS as once again, the residents of Youngwood enjoyed the Community Picnic held on August 7, 2010. It was a day for residents to visit each other and relax. Mayor Joan Derco, Picnic Chairperson, would like to thank the following businesses and organizations that contributed to our Community Picnic:

Adam’s Hardware B & R Transport

Bayer’s Pharmacy Bill’s Bar & Grill

Bompiani Chiropractic Clinic Bove Engineering

Brown’s Plumbing & Heating David J. Puzak, Attorney

Dr. Thomas DeCecco, DMD Elegant Tents & Catering

First Commonwealth Bank Mr. & Mrs. Dan Genard

Harbaugh Power Products Hepler’s Hardware

Holy Ascension Serbian Orthodox Church K & K Trucking

Dr. Larry Long, DMD Nobile’s Italian Restaurant

C.R. McCauley Funeral Home McDonald’s – New Stanton

Pepsi Cola Petko Enterprises

Ridgeview Residential Care S&T Bank

Shrimpo’s Pizza Sib’s Sweet Shoppe

The Card Room & Gift Shop The Buncher Company

The Hair Station The Thorne Group Inc

Tom & Jerry’s Home Medical Svc Wilkinson Nurseries

Youngwood Fire Department

A special thank you to the Youngwood Lions Club for providing the popcorn, the Youngwood Area Business Association for the dunking booth, the Youngwood Library for providing children’s activities and the Youngwood Park and Pool for offering free swimming passes for the day. A very special “Thank you” to all of those who volunteered their time to make the day a success!!

HAPPY LABOR DAY…The first Labor Day holiday was celebrated on Tuesday, September 5, 1882, in New York City, in accordance with the plans of the Central Labor Union. The Central Labor Union held its second Labor Day holiday just a year later, on September 5, 1883 in honor of workers, and on June 28, 1894, Congress passed an act making the first Monday in September of each year a legal holiday in the District of Columbia and the territories. On this day, the nation pays tribute to the creators of so much of the nation's strength, freedom, and leadership — the American workers. Enjoy a day of R & R, it is well deserved.

MONTHLY PUBLICATION is currently at the pharmacies, the banks, Youngwood Post Office, community churches, Youngwood Area Library, and at the Borough Building. We have added the firemen’s booth, Sunoco, Adams Hardware, Hepler’s Hardware and various businesses. For those who have computers you may access the newsletter from http://youngwood.org/ click on the link Youngwood Newsletter.

Or go directly to http://mak-downtownallaround.blogspot.com

We couldn’t do it without you. Deadline is the 5th of each month..

Please send all information to be published:

Mary Ann Klingensmith, Editor

724-925-2480 PKling5504@aol.com.

Kris Long, Co-editor

724-433-3121long.kris@comcast.net.

BOROUGH NEWS

Your government at work

August Agenda Meeting

Youngwood Borough Council held their monthly Agenda Meeting on

Monday, July 26, 2010. An intra-municipal agreement was discussed for

2011 road projects with New Stanton Borough which would decrease

the cost for both municipalities. A surveillance camera system is being

considered for the Community center because of the recent break-in.

The Safety Committee is working on an incentive program to encourage

employees to work safer to avoid accidents in the work place.

August Council Meeting

Youngwood Borough Council held their regular monthly Council Meeting

on Monday, August 2, 2010. The 2 catch basins on N. 4th Street were

replaced and repaired and the repairs at Burton Ave at the light have

been completed. Hempfield Township has be contacted about sharing the

cost of painting lines on Racetrack Road. The road is half in Youngwood

and half in Hempfield Township. The agility agreement with PennDot was

signed and the 24 manhole cover repairs will take place in the next few

weeks. The Faith Shelter at the cemetery is complete except for

landscaping.

YOUNGWOOD BOROUGH Agenda Meeting, Monday, August 30th at

7:00 p.m. At 6:45 p.m.there will be a public meeting to discuss the changes

in the Floodplain map. Residents who are affected by these changes are

encouraged to attend.

YOUNGWOOD BOROUGH Regular Council Meeting, Tuesday,

Sept. 7th at 7:00 p.m.

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

Youngwood Volunteer Fire Dept

www.youngwod fire.com

SUNDAY EVENING DANCING with music provided by a D.J. on August 22 and September 26. Music starts at 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY EVENINGS live bands play music from the Big Band Era, 7:30-10:30 p.m..

MONDAY, Sept. 20 the Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1:00 to 7:00 p.m.

A SPECIAL THANK YOU from the Fire Department. and the Ladies Auxiliary to all the area citizens who patronized this year’s carnival. In spite of rain on two night it was still a success. The fireworks were spectacular and good food was enjoyed by all. The Ladies Auxiliary reported the Bake Sale was one of the best ever and sold out every evening. Also; the bingo games were very well attended. The Ladies Auxiliary would like to thank the residents of Youngwood and the surrounding area for all the donations and purchase of baked goods, and for supporting the bingo. These two endeavors allow the auxiliary to raise funds to purchase items the firefighters need or want. The volunteer firemen would also like to thank the many booth sponsors for their generous donations and a very special thanks to the four major sponsors for the reduced price night for the rides which proved to be a big success. We hope to see everyone come out and enjoy next year’s Carnival which will be held on July 11-16, 2011 The Youngwood Volunteer Fire Dept. answered 335 calls year to date in 2010. Tickets are being sold on a 2011 Mustang in Bayer’s Parking Lot and are available from any Fireman. Drawing, Saturday, October 30, 2010.

Youngwood Library

Miss Lynn and her helpers spent the day at the Community Picnic. Balloons, tattoos, and custom made Frisbees were enjoyed by the children attending. Summer Library Hours: Monday & Thursday, 10 to 7:50; Tuesday & Friday, 10 to 5:00. Closed Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Hempfield Garden Club

As summer’s end draws near, members continue to maintain their flower plantings at the Community Center, Youngwood Library, Youngwood Cemetery, Point. and Park- N-Pool. The Sept. 3rd meeting program will be a floral demonstration from Miss Martha’s Floral by David Mardis, Designer. Meetings are held on the 1st Thursday of each month at Christ United Methodist Church at 11 a.m. For information call 724-635-0339. Garden Hint: Continue to dead head and water flowering plants to encourage blooms this month.

Youngwood Area Business Association

Sixty-four “Youngwood” banners were installed and orders were received for eight more.

They have been a wonderful addition to the downtown area. Future events being planned are the YABA SUPER BINGO to be held on October 10th from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and LIGHT-UP NIGHT on November 20.

Youngwood Area Revitalization & Development

THE COMMUNITY COOKBOOK is going to print with 300 mouth watering recipes. This is a special YARD fund raiser for the new lighted, double-sided sign in the park at Fourth and Depot Streets. The books will sell for $10 each and as soon as a delivery date is received it will be published. Locations to purchase your books will also be listed at that time.

The cookbook committee and all members of YARD thank you all for taking time to share your favorite recipes with everyone.

THE YOUNGWOOD CHRISTMAS TOUR will be our next big fund raiser on Sunday, December 12th from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.. Due to a cancellation, we still have room for one more home. Locations on the tour do not serve refreshments. All that is necessary is to share your decorating talents and spread the Christmas spirit with visitors. A social will be held at the end of the tour hosted by the YARD members. If interested please contact. Mary Ann Klingensmith, 724-925-2480 by September 15.

Youngwood Lions Club

The Youngwood Lions are having their famous LIONS BROOM sale on August 28th from

8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This fund raiser helps the Lions support and grow our community. Stop by Hayden‘s Pharmacy or Dr. Mondock‘s office to pick up one of these high quality brooms.

The MELVIN JONES FELLOWSHIP AWARD was presented to Naomi Henderson of Youngwood on July 13th. This award is named for the founder of Lions Clubs International and is given in recognition of those who have dedicated their lives to humanitarian services. Naomi was selected because of her many years of service through out the community. She has been active in her church, volunteered at the Youngwood library, has been a coordinator for Meals-On-Wheels, and as a nurse selflessly cared for many in the neighborhood struggling with various health issues. For this and all that she has done we give her our heartfelt thanks.

Youngwood Senior Citizens

The group will meet on Wednesday, September 8, at Christ United Methodist Church. Use this opportunity to meet with your friends and new acquaintances at Noon for a covered dish meal. After lunch, retired St. Police Lt. John Rock will discuss his personal experiences regarding Flight 93 on 9/11.

Animal Friends of Westmoreland

SECOND ANNUAL BLING FOR BONES, jewelry Bash will be held on Wednesday, August 18 at Denunzio’s Chop House in Latrobe from 6-8. Tickets are only $30 and cover admission, dinner, iced tea/soft drinks and dessert as well as chances to win jewelry and prizes. Call the Shelter, 724-925-2555 or stop at Platinum Salon & Spa for tickets.

Youngwood High School Alumni

The Annual Alumni Reunion will be held on Saturday, September 11, 2010 at Youngwood Firemen’s Banquet Hall. Call Mayor Joan Ciampini Derco for information, 724-925-9461. Anyone who attended Youngwood High School is welcome

The Thorne group

The Home Health Services at 302 N. 5th St. sponsors free blood pressure screenings the 1st Wednesday of every month between 1-3 p.m. Appointments are not necessary. Visit our web site:thethornegroup.com for more information.

DAYCARES NEWS & EVENTS

The Nurturing Place

The Nurturing Place, an educational and childcare facility, is now an approved site for NACCRRA-the military subsidy program for childcare. All active military are eligible for this program. For more information please contact Amber DeAugustine at 724-925-2387.

Tots-N-Tikes Daycare and Pre-School

Tots-N-Tikes a 3-Star, Keystone Stars facility is now accepting Pre-school registration for the 2010-2011 school year for three and four year olds. It is also a location for the Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts program. Applications are available at the daycare. Pre-school begins on Tuesday, Sept. 7th. Tots-N-Tikes is open weekdays from 6:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

CHURCH NEWS & EVENTS

Christ United Methodist Church

FRIENDSHIP CLOSET - Back to School Sale will be held on Saturday, August 21 from 8 a.m. to Noon. The Friendship Closet is a clothing ministry available to anyone who needs clothes. Westmoreland Food Bank Distribution is the 3rd Thursday of the month

Saint Luke’s Lutheran Church

St. Luke’s Knifty Knitters meet on the 2nd Saturday of the month at 9:30. All are welcome.

A special 2:00 p.m. Liturgy will be offered on Sunday, August 15th, Sunday, September 12th and then on Sunday, October 17th. Sunday, October 17 there will be a Healing Service at both the morning and the afternoon liturgy. The monthly afternoon liturgy is for those who prefer an afternoon service or may have difficulty getting up and moving around in the morning. All are welcome to praise and give thanks to the Lord. This liturgy will take place in our additional worship site, in our church hall, which is handicap accessible. God + Bless.

FLIGHT 93 MEMORIAL CONCERT

This concert marking the 10th Anniversary of that fatal crash will take place at Greensburg/Salem High School on Saturday, September 11, 2010 at 7 p.m. It is being presented by WCCC Choir, WCCC Symphonic Orchestra, Jeannette Community Band, and Somerset Community Band. Tickets are $10 per person. Call Pat Gross at 724-925-3405 or any member of the participating groups for tickets or to place and ad in the program book.

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July newsletter

YOUNGWOOD COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER

ISSUE #5 "Happy Summer" July 15,2010

DO YOU KNOW WHERE YOUR CHILDREN ARE? Do you remember that ad on TV several years ago?. It‘s something to think about. Not just children but teens and young adults too. As good parents know, their age doesn’t matter. They are still our children even when grown. There is a lot going on in Youngwood that you won’t have any trouble knowing where your children are. Now that we have a beautiful safe playground for our children to play in, we hope that they will take the opportunity to come and enjoy the playground and basketball court at the community center. Then there is the Park-N-Pool that offers swimming, a playground and an area for picnicking or just walking. The 5-star trail is great for biking and walking for everyone because you can go at your own pace. As far as my pace goes, it depends on how far and how long my legs want to carry me. This week is the Firemen’s Carnival with Fireworks on Saturday night. Be sure to try the great food prepared by the firemen and all the dedicated volunteer who work so hard for the benefit of the fire department. Also, take a chance on their games and the bingo in the air conditioned hall. Come to the Annual Community Picnic at the Park-N-Pool on Saturday, August 7th from Noon to 5pm. Everything is free and so is the swimming for Youngwood residents with a coupon received when you sign in at the picnic pavilion. So come on, let’s have some summer fun. Swim at the pool, enjoy the trail, have some ice cream, go to the carnival, catch some lightening bugs, or just sit on your porch or patio and chill. Happy Summer!

MONTHLY PUBLICATION is currently at the pharmacies, the banks, Youngwood Post Office, community churches, Youngwood Area Library, and at the Borough Building. We have added the firemen’s booth, Sunoco, Adams Hardware, Hepler’s Hardware, and at several other local businesses For those who have computers you may access the newsletter from http://youngwood.org/ click on the link Youngwood Newsletter. Or go directly to http://mak-downtownallaround.blogspot.com

We can’t do it without you. Information Deadline is the 5th of each month.

Please send all information to be published:

Mary Ann Klingensmith, Editor Kris Long, Co-editor

724-925-2480 PKling5504@aol.com. 724-433-3121 long.kris@comcast.net.

BOROUGH NEWS

Your government at work

July Agenda Meeting

Youngwood Borough Council held their monthly Agenda Meeting on Monday, June 28, 2010. The Floodplain map by FEMA. has been revised. The borough engineer will make a comparison of both the old and new map and see which address would be affected by the change. Property owners will be notified when the information will be available for discussion. The playground work will be completed in a week and children can once again enjoy playing at the community center. The locks were stolen from the playground gate during the week and vandalism has always been a problem at the park. Be vigilant and call the police if you see something unusual happening not just at the playground but, at the parklet, Park-n-Pool, or anywhere in town. At a previous meeting council considered a 3rd stop sign at Racetrack Road and Depot Street coming from Middletown. After a study by PennDot, we were declined because they found no reason for another stop sign at this crossroad.

July Council Meeting

Youngwood Borough Council held their regular monthly Council Meeting on Tuesday, July 6, 2010. The playground is completed and ready for the children to enjoy. A development agreement has been drawn up for the Millstein area and work is progressing. Work is being scheduled to repair two storm water drains on North 4th Street and to make repairs to borough alleys in addition to Clawson Avenue and Silvis Farms Road. Youngwood has been notified that we will receive $25,000 to help cover some of the snow removal expense in February. Brush will only be picked up if scheduled. Residents may call the Pubic Works Garage, 724-925-3033 and leave a message to schedule pick up. Piles must be in “one man manageable sizes” left at the curb or along the alley without impeding traffic. Residents may take brush to the Public Works Garage anytime that the gate is open.

YOUNGWOOD BOROUGH Agenda Meeting, Monday, July 26th at 7pm.

YOUNGWOOD BOROUGH Regular Council Meeting, Monday, August 2nd at 7pm.

Youngwood Community Picnic

The community picnic will be held on Saturday, August 7th at the Park-N-Pool from Noon to 5pm. Volunteers are to please call Mayor Joan Derco, 724-925-9461. Donations may be sent to the Borough office by July 27.

A DUNK TANK will be hosted by YABA at the picnic. Try to dunk a Youngwood Undunkable-3 balls for $2.00---money will go to the Youngwood Beautification Project Fund.

THE LIBRARY will be participating at the picnic on August 7th by providing various children’s activities throughout the day.

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

Youngwood Volunteer Fire Dept

www.youngwood fire.com

SUNDAY EVENING DANCING with music provided by a D.J. on July 25. Music starts at 6:pm to 10pm.

WEDNESDAY EVENINGS live bands play Big Band Era music, 7:30pm to 10:30pm.

MONDAY, July 26 the Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1pm to 7pm.

The Youngwood Volunteer Fire Dept. answered 288 calls year to date in 2010. Tickets were sold out on the 2010 Mustang. Beginning July 10th .tickets will be sold on a 2011 Mustang in Bayer’s Parking Lot and at the carnival.

Youngwood Library

Summer Program Brochures are now available at the Youngwood Area Library. For information call the Library at 724-925-9350 Summer Library Hours: Monday & Thursday, 10am to 7:30pm, Tuesday & Friday, 10am to 5pm, closed Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday.

BOB EVANS in New Stanton is having a community fundraiser on Friday, July 16th. You can get a paper from the library to present when you pay your bill and the library will get 15%. In June the library received $175. If you forget to get a paper you may ask for one at the restaurant.

Hempfield Garden Club

Club members would like to thank all who stopped by our stands at the YARD Sale. The lovely handmade afghan in Steeler colors was won by Faith Krynicky of Youngwood. During summer please take time to look around our town at the colorful flower beds the club members have planted and are maintaining. There is enjoyment and pride in helping to beautify our town If you have interest in flowers and horticulture, please join us for fun, food, and informative gardening. Our group meets on the 1st Thursday of the month at Christ United Methodist Church at 11am. For information call 724-925-2982.

Youngwood Area Business Association

A 2nd wave of more banners to be put up is planned in July. Contact Ed at Hayden’s Pharmacy by the end of June Cost will be $120 for members and $180 for non-members.

Future events being planned are YABA SUPER BINGO Sunday, October 10th from 2 pm to 4pm. YABA LIGHT UP NIGHT, Saturday, November 20th.

Youngwood Area Revitalization & Development

WE NEED YOUR RECIPES. for our COMMUNITY COOKBOOK. Let’s show everyone what good cooks we have in town. The deadline for the recipes has been extended to August 1, 2010. This is the final extension and we will go to print with the recipes we have at that time We would like to have 50 more to complete our book. With over 1600 households in Youngwood it shouldn’t be hard. You can put one in “in memory” of someone. This is a special YARD fund raiser for the new lighted, double-sided sign in the park. Recipe Sheets are available at the Borough Building or you may clearly print your recipe on an 8 ½ X 11 sheet of paper along with your Name, Address, Phone number, and e-mail. Place the name of the person, organization, or group submitting the recipe to be included in the book. PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY and each recipe submitted must be on a separate sheet. All recipes must be received by August 1st. in order to be included in the book. Return your information to the Youngwood Borough Office, Tots-N-Tikes Daycare, or mail to: YARD Cookbook, % Youngwood Borough, 17 South 6th St., Youngwood, PA 15697. You may also email your recipe to PKling5504@aol.com. Subject: COMMUNITY COOKBOOK.

Youngwood Recreation/Park-N-Pool

Swimming Pool operating hours will be 12-6pm Monday thru Sunday (weather permitting). For additional information call the pool, 724-925-3133 . Check out youngwood.org for additional information. Beat the heat.

Youngwood Lions Club

Funds raised from The Annual Strawberry Festival held on June 4th will be presented to Cesare Muccari the director of Greensburg Hempfield Area Library and Marilyn Brown a member of Friends of the Library.

Youngwood Senior Citizens

This group meets the 2nd Wednesday of every month at Christ United Methodist Church, At noon a covered dish meal is shared and after a short business meeting there will be a guest speaker. Please join us on August 11 at Noon and take advantage of this opportunity to get together with your friends.

Animal Friends of Westmoreland

2ND ANNUAL BLING FOR BONES, Jewelry Bash will be held on Wednesday, August 18, 2010 at Denunzio’s Chop House in Latrobe from 6-8pm. Tickets are only $30 per person which covers admission, dinner, iced tea/soft drinks and dessert as well as all your chances to win jewelry and prizes. Vendors from Silpada, Lia Sophia, Kameleon, Premier Jewelry Designs plus many other jewelry and purse lines will be on hand to display their treasures. Call the Shelter, 724-925-2555 or stop at Platinum Salon & Spa, 20 North 3rd Street, Youngwood for tickets.

Youngwood High School Alumni

The annual reunion will be held on Saturday, September 11, 2010 at Youngwood Firemen’s Banquet Hall. Call Mayor Joan Ciampini Derco for information and an invitation, 724-925-9461. Anyone who attended Youngwood High School is welcome.

Hempfield High School Class Reunion

The Class of 1979 will hold their 30th Class Reunion on Saturday, September 4th at Seven Springs Resort. Cost is $45 pp. RSVP to Hempfieldclassof79@gmail.com by August 20th. For hotel reservations call 1-800-452-2223 by Aug. 5th and mention Class of 1979 for discount.

DAYCARES NEWS & EVENTS

The Nurturing Place

The Nurturing Place, an educational and childcare facility, is now an approved site for NACCRRA-the military subsidy program for childcare. For more information, please contact Amber DeAugustine at 724-925-2387.

Tots-N-Tikes Daycare and Pre-School

Tots-N-Tikes a 3-Star, Keystone Stars facility is now accepting Pre-school registration for the 2010-2011 school year for three and four year olds. It is also a location for the Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts Program. Call Karen Janos at 724-925-7020 for additional information.

Save Our Playground a special fund raiser for the playground at the Community Center plus funds from Youngwood Borough have made it possible for our children to enjoy the newly restored. playground with new fall zones and a new swing set. A special “Thank You” to John, Cliff, Ethan, and Warren of the Youngwood Maintenance Department for their hard work to make this a safe place for our children to play again.

CHURCH NEWS & EVENTS

Christ United Methodist Church

Westmoreland County Food Bank distribution is the 3rd Wednesday of the month.

Saint Luke’s Lutheran Church

St. Luke’s Knifty Knitters meet on the 2nd Saturday of the month at 9:30. All are welcome.

A special 2:00 p.m. Liturgy will be offered on will be held on August 15th for those who prefer an afternoon service or may have difficulty getting up and moving around in the morning. This liturgy will take place in our additional worship site, in our church hall, which is handicap accessible.

BUSINESS ADS IN THIS NEWSLETTER OFFSET THE COST OF PRINTING. ¼ PAGE IS $25, A BUSINESS CARD SIZE IS $15. If interested call or e-mail Mary Ann or Kris and we will be happy to come and discuss your advertisement.

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