Page 2 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2026 Melrose Public Library to host Legislative Breakfast on behalf of Libraries M elrose, MA — Melrose Public Library will be hosting a Legislative Breakfast in conjunction with the North of Boston Library Exchange (NOBLE) Advocacy Committee and Massachusetts Library Association (MLA) Legislative Committee on Friday, Feb. 27, 2026. State and local politicians are all invited to the breakfast to speak and listen to testimonies made by members of the community about how important libraries are in supporting communities. Lawmakers will have the opportunity to directly have conversations with constituents to further understand how libraries continue to be at the heart of their communities. The breakfast also seeks to educate lawmakers about the MBLC Legislative Agenda (https://www. mblclegislativeagenda.com/) which includes funding for collections and staff , improving technology, eBook access, funding literacy programming for immigrant families, and ensuring access to library resources. The breakfast will be held before the library opens to the public from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 27 in the Program Room at Melrose Public Library, located at 69 West Emerson Street, Melrose. Doors open at 8 a.m. for refreshments and the opportunity for legislators and constituents to connect. A brief program begins at 8:30 a.m., concluding at 9 a.m., allowing for additional conversations. The NOBLE Advocacy Committee works to advocate for libraries and to empower libraries to advocate to ensure access, services and resources to their communities. The MLA Legislative Committee works with legislators and advocates to create a stronger future for libraries as they make their communities stronger. RevereTV Spotlight T his week’s “In the Loop” focuses on these remaining winter months. Winter can be especially challenging for local families and community members. In response to the recent freeze in SNAP benefi ts and ongoing pressures on food assistance programs, the City of Revere has compiled a guide to regional food resources available in and around the community. Additionally, due to cold weather conditions, an updated list of adult warming centers is available for those in need of a safe, warm place. Residents looking to support their neighbors can also fi nd information on donations and volunteer opportunities by visiting the Public Health Division page on revere.org. You can find this message in fi ve languages playing on all RevereTV outlets throughout March. Each of these videos are accompanied by a translated visual fl yer. Follow RevereTV on Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube to get the fi rst look as soon as “In the Loop” is posted. A few weeks ago, the Rossetti-Cowan Senior Center hosted a Celebration of Motown Music in honor of Black History Month. Coverage of this celebration will be shown daily on the Community Channel throughout February. Watch and dance along to a curated playlist of Black artists. These types of events typically happen at least once per month and usually include a great meal and time with friends. Any senior citizen in Revere is welcome to attend. The City of Revere held its 3rd Annual Winter Wonderland on February 7, 2026, on Revere Beach. There was an ice sculpture event going on all day, even in the snow! Attendees got to enjoy free chili and vote in that chili competition, as well as shop at the winter market and get food from various food trucks. RevereTV’s youth correspondent Manique Khessouane takes the audience through the whole event in case you couldn’t make it. Watch this coverage now on the Community Channel and all RTV social media accounts. Continue the vibes of Valentine’s Day with the newest episode of “Northeast Cooks.” In Season 3, Episode 5, now RevereTV | SEE Page 13
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