THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 12, 2026 Page 3 Forestdale Park’s Alzheimer’s Trivia Night raises over $1,000 F orestdale Park’s recent Alzheimer’s Fundraiser gathered 50 guests for an evening of trivia, refreshments, raffles and fun. Honored host Miss Massachusetts USA 2025, Perianne “Peri” Caron, led guests — including the winning team “Somerville Stars” — in raising $1,760 of the community’s ongoing $5,000 goal. This special event helped Forestdale Park’s continuous fundraising efforts for the Alzheimer’s Association, whose mission is to end the disease through advanced research and quality care. Forestdale Park participates in the association’s annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s, which takes place each fall. Forestdale Park’s EnrichedLIFE Director, Molly Spindler, shared, “We are incredibly grateful to everyone who participated and supported this important cause, and we look forward to continuing our fundraising efforts throughout the year.” Visit ForestdalePark.com to learn about more special events offered by the community. Creative Malden launches Malden Center Public Art Walking Tours R esidents and visitors are invited to experience Malden’s growing public art scene in a new and engaging way this June as Creative Malden presents two Malden Center Public Art Walking Tours. The tours will showcase the murals, painted utility boxes, community art installations and other public artworks that have transformed Malden Center into an open-air gallery. Participants will learn about the artists behind the works, the stories that inspired them and the role public art plays in creating a more vibrant and welcoming community. Over the past several years, Miss Massachusetts 2025 “Peri” Caron and other event attendees Creative Malden, in partnership with local artists, businesses, city leaders and arts organizations, has helped bring dozens of public art projects to life throughout the city. The walking tours offer a unique opportunity to explore many of these pieces while gaining insight into the creative process and community collaborations that made them possible. “Public art helps tell the story of Malden,” said organizers. “These artworks celebrate our diversity, creativity, and sense of place while making everyday spaces more beautiful and inviting.” Two tour dates are being offered: Tuesday, June 16, at 6:00 p.m.; Saturday, June 20, at 10:00 a.m. The tours are open to all and cost $5 per person. Advance registration is required through Eventbrite. For more info and TOURS | SEE PAGE 21 50 Pictured from left to right: Claire Benoit, Pasquale Micciche, Miss Massachusetts 2025 “Peri” Caron and Thor Stigsson. Checking that pays you $20 a month. It’s easy: Open a checking account and each month maintain an average balance of $5,000, make $1,500 in direct deposits, and complete three transactions of any kind.* *New checking account customers only.
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