THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 4, 2025 Page 15 SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 13 erans of Foreign Wars Post, VFW who provided coffee and drinks, desserts from the Judge Samuel Holten Society C.A.R., pizza from J&M, and pasta from Pace’s. VSO Jeffrey Hollett, of Haverhill, originally from Saugus, donated two large, hand-designed cakes honoring the veterans. “Veterans Services Officer Paul Cancellieri addressed the veterans and offered a heartfelt ‘thank you’ to all of them. “State Representative Donald Wong, Selectmen Chair Debra Panetta, Michael Serino, Corinne Riley, and Anthony Cogliano extended their appreciation and gratitude to all those who served. “Regent Cassarino commented in her closing statement that a ‘Welcome Home’ and a ‘Thank you’ were long overdue. “Aside from the enjoyment of the program, the event also turned into a mini reunion as many of the veterans were happy to meet up with fellow servicemen they had not seen in years! That reunion was an added pleasure to all of us who witnessed the emotional re-connection of so many of those war time friends.” Board of Selectmen Chair Debra Panetta offered a “shout out” about some of the people involved in planning a Student Government Day on May 1 in the second floor auditorium at Saugus Town Hall: “Steve Doherty [Town Moderator], Tommy Whittredge [School Committee member] and I met with Trish Prizio’s students last week that signed up for Student Government Day. They were very excited to participate. Mrs. Prizzio is doing a great job getting these students prepared. I created a ‘mock’ Selectmen’s agenda for her to review, and she and her students wanted to add an agenda item – which was a license for Dave and Buster’s, with food and entertainment. Trish told me that [Town Meeting Member] Peter Manoogian joined their class today [April 1], and is working on a Town Meeting agenda with Steve Doherty.” For the first time in several years, Saugus High School students will get to participate in the program, which will include a mock Board of Selectmen’s meeting with students acting as selectmen based on an agenda. There will also be a mock School Committee meeting as well as a Town Meeting, with students acting out their roles as tomorrow’s leaders of Saugus Town Government. 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. Saugus United Parish Food Pantry The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry welcomes all neighbors facing food insecurity on Fridays from 9:3011 a.m. at 50 Essex St. in the basement of Cliftondale Congregational Church. Legion Breakfasts today There’s a good deal for Saugus veterans and other folks who enjoy a hearty breakfast on Friday mornings. The American Legion Post 210 at 44 Taylor St. in Saugus offers Friday morning breakfasts for the 202425 season. Doors open at 7:30 a.m., with breakfast served from 8-9:00 a.m. for an $8 donation. Veterans who cannot afford the donation may be served free. Senior Center hosts downsizing presentation April 7 The Saugus Senior Center will host a special presentation on downsizing on April 7 from 10 to 11:20 a.m. This presentation – sponsored by Mango Realty of Saugus The Old North Bridge in Concord will be seeing an unusually large crowd of visitors this month as the Massachusetts Society and the New England District host the 250th Celebration of the April 19 Battle of Lexington and Concord. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) and Reading Cooperative Bank – will consist of presentations by experts who have worked with seniors who have downsized and simplified their life. Refreshments will be provided by Reading Cooperative Bank. Presenters will include: · Mango Realty – Sue Palomba & Peter Manoogian · Reading Cooperative Bank – Maureen Bernard – VP · Attorney Donna DiGiovanni · Home Investor Jason Scaduto · Clean Out / Junk Remover – Bob Penta – Bob’s Unlimited · Professional Organizer – Corrin Bomberger · Moving and Storage Company – King Movers & Storage Mango Realty will share Falta’s story. The real estate company sold his Saugus home and found him a new home in an over-55 community on the South Shore. Saugus Little League Parade April 12 The Saugus Little League will hold a parade to celebrate Opening Day on Saturday, April 12. League officials are inviting local Vietnam War veterans to ride in the parade. Transportation will be provided as the league attempts to honor the Vietnam vets on the 50th anniversary of the war’s ending. “This is intended as a special ‘thank you.’ The League wants to honor these veterans who served their country,” a league official said. For the second year in a row, Saugus Little League will join up with Saugus Softball Little League for the parade, which will exit the parking lot of the Belmonte STEAM Academy at 9 a.m., turn left onto Adams Avenue, right onto Central Avenue and left onto Hurd Avenue up to Grabowski Field. Guy Moley is working on getting 20 show cars to join in the parade, according to League President John Benoit. Fun for all with music, food, slush, entertainment and face-painting. Special guests will be honored by throwing out the first pitch as the league shows its appreciation to them. Stay tuned for more details. Historical Society meets April 9 Here’s a press release we received just before our deadline from the Saugus Historical Society about a patriotic meeting coming up next week. “The April meeting of the Saugus Historical Society will be held next Wednesday [April 9] at 7 PM at 30 Main Street in Saugus. “Laura Eisener will talk about 2 significant anniversaries occurring this spring: the 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolution and the 80th anniversary of the final months of World War II with a special presentation by Bill Stewart on the changing roles of women during the war. “For the past few years we have had special presentations (usually one in fall and one in spring) revolving around aspects of World War II, and this month we will be especially remembering Walter and John Kasabuski, whose love of winter sports is remembered in the Kasabuski Rink at Breakheart, dedicated to them in 1961. This rink has been loved by Saugus kids and hockey teams from around the region for several generations. We would encourage any residents whose lives were affected by World War II to come and share their stories! As usual the meeting is free to all, and light refreshments will be served. “We cannot let April pass without mentioning the ‘shot heard round the world’ on April 19, and other events in Massachusetts leading up to and following that day. Appleton’s THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 16
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