Page 2 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, August 12, 2022 Malden Gaming District celebrates final Summer Festival of 2022 on Saturday Live music, artists, artisans, vintage clothing, farmers’ market and more T he City of Malden will be holding the final Summer Festival on Saturday, August 13. Taking place between 12-4 p.m. in Malden Center, Pleasant and Exchange Streets will transform into an open-air market that features artists and artisans, vintage clothing stores, a farmers’ market and much more. At the main stage – located on the corner of Washington and Pleasant Streets — the lineup for August 13 features a musically diverse mix of bands. In a new annual tradition, the fi nal Summer Festival will feature the Big Rig Charity Gig put on by Total Performance Sports of Malden between 12-2 p.m. with 100% of the entry fees getting donated to the Claddagh Fund and Bread of Life. The event, which is commonly referred to as a “Truck Pull,” features professionals and amateurs pulling a 16,000 lb. vehicle. With minimal coaching, anyone can give it a try. Few can forget the sight of Sparky the Clown pulling a truck while on a unicycle! In addition, August 13 will also be the date of the next Murder at the Malden Bank Pub Crawl. With three straight sellouts, this one-of-a-kind, interactive game has proven to be a genuine -Help WantedTra visors (Cr ds) City of Malden Malden Police Department, Traffic Commission The City of Malden seeks Part Time Traffic Supervisors (Crossing Guards) – Multiple Positions. Provide safe crossing at crosswalks, as assigned, for pedestrians and students walking to and from school. Must be able to stand in one area for 1-hour intervals (with or without accommodation) to monitor and ensure traffic flow in all directions while providing safe crossing at busy intersections throughout the City of Malden. To see full job description and complete an application please visit cityofmalden.org/jobs 8/12/22 Mayor Gary Christenson is shown with performers and members of the band Grooversity on Pleasant Street. crowd pleaser! Based on the actual locations from the fi rst bank robbery murder in the United States, the easy 17-minute walk takes you to multiple dining and drinking establishments connected to the murder of a member of Malden’s esteemed Converse family. At each location you will encounter interesting characters who will present you with challenges and puzzles to unlock the mystery behind the 1863 murder. Visit www.MaldenGamingDistrict.com for tickets and more information. These events are sponsored by the Office of Mayor Gary Christenson. Located next to the MBTA Orange Line’s Malden Center Station, the area is also home to Malden’s Gaming District. This is the place to go if you want to quest at Boda Borg, conduct a science experiment that is a lot like mini golf, play and stock up on Magic cards, shoot some billiards, try a racing simulator or sing your heart out at karaoke. It’s easily accessible by the Orange Line, but free parking during the festival is available at both City garages: at 170 Centre St. and 7 Jackson St. Sen. Lewis secures $200,000 in funding for Triangle, Inc. S Valid as of 8/11/2022* Open a 3-year CD with one of the region’s highest rates. Make your money work harder, longer, with our 3-year certificate of deposit account. Stop into one of our branches to open an account. tate Senator Jason Lewis led the eff ort to secure $200,000 in funding for Triangle’s School to Career Program as part of the Fiscal Year 2023 state budget. This funding will support efforts that connect special education students with disabilities to services designed to enhance their job and career opportunities and enrich their local communities. The FY23 state budget has been signed into law by Governor Charlie Baker. Triangle, Inc. is a nonprofi t or419 BROADWAY. EVERETT, MA 02149 771 SALEM ST. LYNNFIELD, MA 01940 WWW.EVERETTBANK.COM 617-387-1110 781-776-4444 Member FDIC | Member DIF *Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is subject to change without notice. Fixed rate term Certificate of Deposits accounts, rates are guaranteed for the length of the term. Minimum deposit to open account and to obtain the APY is $500 unless otherwise specified. APY is based on principal and interest remaining in the account for a period of one year. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. For consumer accounts only. No out of state deposits. ECB NOW Checking Account is requested. ganization headquartered in Malden that empowers people with disabilities and their families to enjoy rich, fulfi lling lives. Triangle was established in 1971 by business leaders and families who believe we are all people with ability. In FY21, Triangle provided job training, placement and support services to more than 300 individuals with intellectual disabilities, and it provided services to 1,022 students with disabilities through partnerships with more than 40 school districts. “Every person deserves to be treated with respect and dignity, and to have the opportunity to live up to their full potential,” said Senator Lewis. “I’m very pleased to have been able to assist Triangle with securing state funding that supports such an important and worthy program.” “As members and advocates of the disability community, Triangle, Inc is deeply appreciative of Sen. Lewis’ and the Legislature’s eff orts to secure this critical funding. We have seen fi rsthand the impact that the pandemic has had on students with disabilities and the transition from academic environments into the workforce. These funds will help us to support these students as they explore their career goals and obtain dignifi ed and fair employment opportunities,” said Triangle, Inc. CEO Coleman Nee.
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