THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAY, JAnUArY 16, 2026 Page 11 SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The C.H.a.R.M Center is located at 515 Main St., Saugus, behind the Saugus Department of Public Works. Residents will have access to the compost facilities as well as to the recycling facilities during the three winter dates. Go to https://www.saugus-ma.gov/ solid-waste-recycling-department and click on “Recycling Guide” for a comprehensive list of items that are accepted or not accepted at the C.H.a.R.M. Center, in addition to guidelines for how to prepare different items for disposal at the facility. By purchasing a $25 sticker, residents will be permitted to dispose of yard waste and brush at the C.H.a.R.M. Center. The $25 stickers purchased in 2025 are still valid for yard waste/brush disposal on the three winter C.H.a.R.M. Center dates. P l ease not e tha t the C.H.a.R.M. Center does not accept any household trash or construction materials and debris. The Town of Saugus reserves the right to refuse any material if quantity or quality is questionable. Saugus residents are also allowed to dispose of three TVs or computer/CRT monitors for free, per household, each year at the C.H.a.R.M. Center. Free stickers from 2025 will no longer be valid for the disposal of televisions and computer/CRT monitors. Residents will need to get new stickers for 2026 free of charge when visiting the C.H.a.R.M. Center. Please contact Solid Waste/ Recycling Coordinator Scott A. Brazis at 781-231-4036 with lively melodies while sharing fascinating stories about the history of these remarkable instruments. As the tunes play, Tony weaves in moments of wonder with clever feats of magic, surprising audiences of all ages. Part concert, part storytelling and part magical spectacle, this immersive experience celebrates the charm of old-world music and the joy of live performance in a truly unforgettable way. The fashions of Downton Members of the U12 Elite and U14 Elite received citations for finishing second and third, respectively, in a national cheerleading competition last year. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) any questions. Winter events at Breakheart Winter is by no means a slow period at Breakheart Reservation. Breakheart offers many great activities for area residents. There are guided walks several days a week all winter, and the very popular Fireside Chats in February have moved to Saturdays, as several people have requested. The Visitors’ Center is open Wednesdays through Sundays, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. You can relax in the Visitors’ Center even on most rainy or snowy days. As nature begins to show signs of spring, the Maple Sugarin’ Days celebration will be held on Saturday, March 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be various maple-related activities inside and outside near the Visitors’ Center. The current winter schedule of programs is online at: https://www.mass.gov/doc/ breakheart-winter-programs/ download Here is a summary of some upcoming events: · Wild Breakheart Winter Tree ID series: Wednesdays in January, 9-10 a.m. · Wild Breakheart Animal Tracking series: Wednesdays in February, 9-10 a.m. · Step into the Past: Thursdays 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Jan. 29, Feb. 12; hikes of about 2.5 miles, moderately difficult terrain. Themes include “stories in stone” and “glacial giants.” · The Beavers are Back! Thursdays, 10-11:30 a.m., Jan. 22, Feb. 5; meet outside the Visitors’ Center to learn about beavers and their history while enjoying a walk in Breakheart. · Kidleidoscope: Fridays 10:30-11:30 a.m., January-February; storytime and easy walks for children and their adult caregiver. · Nice and Easy Hike: Saturdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m., in January; moderate hikes for ages eight and up; can include some uneven and rocky terrain, two to three miles, moderately paced. · Fireside Chats: Saturdays, 9-10 a.m., Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28; programs inside Visitors’ Center presented by various “Behind the Scenes” experts. Speakers to be determined, no walking required. Heavy rain or snow or icy surface conditions may cancel outdoor events. Please wear appropriate footwear for walks/hikes. Breakheart Reservation, Department of Conservation & Recreation, 177 Forest Street, Saugus, MA 01906, 781-2330834. TEAM WORK: The U10 Saugus Sachems Rock Stars bonded together on the national stage at the American Youth Cheer Championship in Florida. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) 26 SRWC Annual Meeting Jan. The Saugus River Watershed Council will hold its annual 1 bedroom, 1 bath furnished room for rent. $275. per week rent. Two week deposit plus 1 week rent required. Call: 617-435-9047 - NO TEXT meeting Monday, Jan. 26, at 6:30 p.m. at the Marina at The Wharf (543 North Shore Rd. in Revere). This is being billed as a fun night with stewardship awards, silent auctions and raffles. Steve Fantone will present the keynote presentation and wildlife slide show. Those who attend the annual meeting can also learn about the new Rumney Marsh Conservancy. Tickets cost $35. For details, go to www.saugusriver.org. Sideshow Tony returns to library on Feb. 7 On Saturday, February 7, at 11 a.m., the Saugus Public Library welcomes back magician and music man Tony Gangi. Step back in time for a oneof-a-kind performance that blends music, history and magic. Tony Gangi of Great American Street Organ brings a beautifully restored, hand-cranked organ to life, filling the air with Abbey on Feb. 7 Saugus residents who love Downton Abbey will have a special treat at the Saugus Public Library on Saturday, Feb. 7, from 1:30-3 p.m. in the Community Room. Join us for an informative presentation about the lives and fashions of the residents of Downton Abbey. Travel with us through time while we explore the styles of 1912 through the 1920’s. Presenting the Program is Karen Antonowicz of Spirits of Fashion. Register online starting January 24 – sauguspubliclibrary.org Teen Creative Writing Group meets Feb. 9 Teenagers who want to get creative are welcome to join the Teen Creative Writing Program being offered at the Saugus Public Library at 4 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 9, in the Brooks Room on the second floor. You can work on any creative writing project, such as a story, novSOUNDS | SEE PAGE 13 FURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT EVERETT
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