THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 22, 2023 Page 7 Everett Council on Aging delivers clothing to the Veterans Home in Chelsea Council on Aging collected largest amount of donations this year thanks to community members 425r Broadway, Saugus Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut Street We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 We are a Skating Rink with Bowling Alleys, Arcade and two TV’s where the ball games are always on! PUBLIC SKATING SCHEDULE 12-7 p.m. Sunday Monday Tuesday The Council on Aging delivered clothing that was donated by Everett community members to the Veterans Home in Chelsea. T he City of Everett’s Council on Aging (COA) recently delivered a total of over 400 socks, gloves and hats that were donated by Everett community members to the Veterans Home in Chelsea. The COA received overwhelming support this year – they were able to make the largest donation they have made so far for this annual endeavor. The items consisted of new and unpackTOY DRIVE | FROM PAGE 3 after Carmen A. Schiavo, a U.S. Marine Corporal who was killed in action in Okinawa during World War II – was created in his honor just a few years after his death with the aim of supporting Veterans, which is still one of the main causes that the club supports. The Club, in addition to the generous annual toy donation, holds a complimentary Thanksgiving Dinner for Seniors every year and donates the use of its function hall to many different organizations in need and contributes funds to support Veterans organizations and others, year-round. aged socks, gloves and hats that were donated by community members, as well as items that were handcrafted by older adults who are part of the Knitting and Crochet Club at the Connolly Center. “I am grateful to everyone who donated in the true spirit of the holiday season,” said Mayor Carlo DeMaria. “These clothing items will go a long way in helping those who “We appreciate the friendship of the Schiavo Club,” said Mayor Demaria. “You’ve always treated everyone with great respect and love. On behalf of the city of Everett, I want to express our gratitude for all that you have done, over many years, for the residents of our city.” As a reminder, if you would like to help support Everett families in need of assistance this holiday season, donations of new and unwrapped toys can be dropped off on the First Floor of Everett City Hall (484 Broadway) during regular business hours until Thursday, Dec. 21. For more information, please call 617394-2270. served our country to stay warm this upcoming winter.” Established in 1882, the Veterans Home in Chelse (formerly the Soldiers’ Home) offers residential and long-term care programs to eligible Massachusetts veterans. Their mission is to provide the highest quality personal health-care services to Massachusetts veterans with dignity, honor and respect. Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday $9.00 Price includes Roller Skates Rollerblades/inline skates $3.00 additional cost Private Parties 7:30-11 p.m. $10.00 Price includes Roller Skates Adult Night 18+ Only Private Parties Private Parties 4-7 p.m. $9.00 12-9 p.m. 7:30-11 p.m. $10. 18+ Adults Only After 7 PM $9.00 Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m. Sorry No Checks - ATM on site Roller skate rentals included in all prices Inline Skate Rentals $3.00 additional BIRTHDAY & PRIVATE PARTIES AVAILABLE www.roller-world.com Advocate Online: www.advocatenews.net
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