Page 12 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, September 17, 2021 MassDevelopment loan funds canning equipment for Idle Hands Craft Ales M assDevelopment has provided a $75,000 loan to Idle Hands Craft Ales to help the company buy canning equipment for its facility at 89 Commercial St. in Malden. Bringing its canning operations in-house will allow the growing company to save money by improving its cash flow and maximizing profitability. This is MassDevelopment’s second loan to Idle Hands; in 2016, the agency provided a $340,000 loan to help the company buy equipment for its 5,300-squarefoot facility. “The Baker-Polito Administration is pleased to provide assistance to Massachusetts-based breweries and is committed to continuing to create a climate where these businesses are able to grow and prosper,” said Housing and Economic Development Secretary Michael Kennealy, who serves as chair of Mass Development’s Board of Directors. “With the help of MassDevelopment’s invaluable equipment financing options, another Massachusetts company is receiving the resources it needs to grow its business and contribute to the Commonwealth’s competitive edge in this industry.” “The craft beer industry continues to grow in the Commonwealth, and Malden’s own Idle Hands Craft Ales has emerged as a budding force in the region,” said MassDevelopment President/CEO Daniel Rivera. “MassDevelopment is happy to support a great Massachusetts company as it secures new equipment and expands its business.” Established in 2011 and located a block away from the MBTA Orange Line’s Malden Center Station, Idle Hands produces German-style pilsners, barrel-aged sour beers, and American IPAs and experiments with flavors and different brewing methods. The brewery was voted Best Brewery in Boston Magazine’s 2020 “Best of Boston” series. “We are so pleased that Idle Hands joined the roster of Malden establishments five years ago becoming our first brewery in the City,” said Malden Mayor Gary Christenson. “Since then, they have created many memorable moments on their patio, in their tasting room, and at their Octoberfest celebrations for Malden’s discerning beer drinkers. We raise our glass in salute to their accomplishments!” MassDevelopment has helped many breweries in Massachusetts increase operations, create jobs and provide an economic boost to cities and towns across the Commonwealth. The agency has provided tax-exempt bonds, equipment loans and export guarantees for companies, including Artifact Cider, Great Marsh Brewing Company, Naukabout Beer Company, Newburyport Brewing Company, Night Shift Brewing, Notch Brewing, RiverWalk Brewing Company and Tree House Brewing Company. MassDevelopment, the state’s development finance agency and land bank, works with businesses, nonprofits, banks and communities to stimulate economic growth across the Commonwealth. During FY2020, MassDevelopment financed or managed 341 projects, generating investment of more than $2.69 billion in the Massachusetts economy. These projects are estimated to create or support 10,871 jobs and build or preserve 1,787 housing units. Adult Italian classes to begin on Sept. 21 A dult Italian classes will be offered by the Appian Club of Stoneham on Tuesday evenings, starting September 21. A class for beginners will start with the basics (pronunciations, phrases, etc.) and give you a firm foundation for the language. The eight weeks of classes cost $150 plus a $20 text. The instructor is Tiffany Bistocchi Murphy, who has a bachelor’s degree in Italian from Dickinson College and a master’s degree in Italian from Middlebury College. She has traveled extensively throughout Italy and has taken courses there. The class is casual and interesting, and the experience will be enjoyable. If you are traveling to Italy or just want to relive your heritage roots, this class is for you. Contact coordinator John Nocella for further details at 781-438-5687 or preferably, by email, at john02180@gmail. com. Please pass along to other family members, friends and neighbors. The class is sponsored by the Appian Club of Stoneham, a nonprofit, social charitable 503(c)(7)organization whose mission is to promote Italian culture and heritage. Italian classes for children will be suspended this fall due to COVID-19 and masking issues with the kids. We hope to resume the children’s classes later on. Governor Baker Activates National Guard for School Transportation Mission Up to 250 personnel will be available to assist local communities B OSTON – Governor Charlie Baker today will activate the Massachusetts National Guard in response to requests from local communities for assistance with school transportation as the 2021-2022 school year gets underway in the Commonwealth. The Governor’s order makes up to 250 personnel available. Beginning with training on Tuesday, 90 Guard members will prepare for service in Chelsea, Lawrence, Lowell, and Lynn. These Guard personnel will be available to serve as drivers of school transport vans known as 7D vehicles to address staffing shortages in certain districts. As with any school transportation worker, all activated Guard personnel will complete vehicle training to ensure the safety of children and families. Drivers will meet all statutory requirements for 7D drivers. Throughout the mission, the Guard will comply with all health and safety measures. The mission will not interfere with the Massachusetts National Guard’s ability to respond to and assist in emergencies within the Commonwealth. The Massachusetts National Guard trains regularly with military, law enforcement, and civilian agencies to provide a broad spectrum of services in support of security, logistics, disaster relief, and other missions. The Guard has a proven track record of success supporting civilian authorities. Their frequent side-by-side training with state and local first responders makes them well-suited for a variety of missions.
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