THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, MArCH 6, 2026 Page 11 SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 10 and writing about her following week. I look at my mini square quilts she gave to me and I feel immensely the depth of one woman’s span of work touching so many lives throughout decades.” Want to “Shout Out” a fellow Saugonian? This is an opportunity for our paper’s readers to single out – in a brief mention – remarkable acts or achievements by Saugus residents or an act of kindness or a nice gesture. Just send an email (mvoge@comcast.net) with a mention in the subject line of “An Extra Shout Out.” No more than a paragraph; anything longer might lend itself to a story and/or a photo. SAVE Meets Monday at the library Saugus Action Volunteers for the Environment (SAVE) will hold an informational meeting on Monday (March 9) at 6:30 p.m. at the Saugus Public Library. Members and the public are welcome to attend. Member Ryan Duggan will share an educational overview on the topic of “Reading the Forested Landscape.” Freedom Trail Talk March 11 On Wednesday, March 11, Saugus Historical Society will have its first meeting of spring 2026. This month’s guest will be Peggy Belmonte, portraying Revolutionary War figure Sybil Ludington – often described as the female Paul Revere. PegShoppers will find unique gifts for birthdays, Mother’s and Father’s Day and anniversaries, or special touches for the home. Visitors are invited to enjoy refreshments from the snack bar and a special 11 a.m. appearance by musician Chris D’Agostino, a Boston-based singer-songwriter, keyboardist and guitarist. He covers musical genres across various decades: rock, pop, soul and folk. Children ages 10 and under may register from 12:15 p.m.-12:45 p.m. to participate in a 1:00 p.m. Easter egg hunt. SRWC Annual Meeting A view of the moon at nearly total eclipse from Vinegar Hill at nearly dawn on Tuesday morning. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) gy will give us a virtual tour of many sites of the Freedom Trail in Boston. Peggy is 80 years old and has always dreamed of being a tour guide. Now in her retirement she has time to make this dream a reality. She has been training to become a guide for walking tours on the Freedom Trail in Boston this spring, and has spent much of the winter walking in downtown Boston between snowstorms and reading up on some of the more surprising and interesting stories pertaining to the area, especially events from 250 years ago. The program will take place at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11, at 30 Main St., the home of Saugus Historical Society and Saugus Cable TV. Light refreshments will be served. This presentation is free and open to all. This is also the annual meeting of the Historical Society, so LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF INITIAL SITE INVESTIGATION AND TIER I CLASSIFICATION Residential Property 64 Howard Street, Saugus, MA RELEASE TRACKING NUMBER 3-51515 A release of oil and/or hazardous materials has occurred at this location, which is a disposal site as defined by M.G.L. c. 21E, § 2 and the Massachusetts Contingency Plan, 310 CMR 40.0000. To evaluate the release, a Phase I Initial Site Investigation was performed pursuant to 310 CMR 40.0480. As a result of this investigation, the site has been classified as Tier I pursuant to 310 CMR 40.0500. On March 2, 2026, Julio Francisco Da Silva, filed a Tier I Classification Submittal with the Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP). To obtain more information on this disposal site, please contact William Kenney, Licensed Site Professional (LSP), at River Hawk Environmental, LLC, 511 West Grove Street, Suite 301, Middleborough, MA 02346, (781) 536-4639. The Tier I Classification Submittal and the disposal site file can be reviewed at MassDEP, 150 Presidential Way, Woburn, MA 01801; Main Phone: (978) 694-3200. Additional public involvement opportunities are available under 310 CMR 40.1403(9) and 310 CMR 40.1404. March 06, 2026 there will be a brief election of the officers and board of directors just before the talk. Maple Sugarin’ March 14 Here’s a sweet event that should offer great family fun. Breakheart Reservation will be offering a free Maple Sugarin’ time next Saturday (March 14), from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Here’s your chance to tap a tree, collect the sap and sample real maple syrup. Go to 177 Forest St. in Saugus. Please call 781-2330834 for more details. St. John’s will host March 14 craft fair St. John’s Episcopal Church will host an Artisan Marketplace on Saturday, March 14, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 8 Prospect St. in Saugus. The Marketplace will feature talented local artisans offering a variety of exquisite, handcrafted items. March 16 The Saugus River Watershed Council will host its Annual Dinner Meeting on Monday (March 16) 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. Saugus Community Festival March 21 On March 21, just two weeks from tomorrow (Saturday, March 7), the Saugus Cultural Council and the Saugus 411 Committee will present the first annual Saugus Community Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Saugus Middle High School complex. The six-hour program will feature performances, acThe Saugus Public Library traveled back in time recently to Downton Abbey fashions of 1912-1920s. Dressed in Downton Abbey fashion, Karen (Ren) Antonowicz of Spirits of Fashion gave a presentation exploring the styles of dress and manner and era fashions of Downton Abbey. (Photo courtesy of Joanie Allbee) FURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT EVERETT tivities, food and more to celebrate the culture and diversity of the town’s people who make Saugus the community it is. It’s an opportunity for Saugus residents of all ages – from schoolage children to senior citizens – to learn more about their community and what it has to offer. It’s an opportunity for newcomers to town to get better acquainted with how to make life easier and various attractions. It’s also a chance for longSOUNDS | SEE PAGE 13 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
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