Page 4 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 26, 2024 Saugus celebrates Arbor Day 2024 By Laura Eisener A rbor Day, first celebrated in 1872, is today, April 26. While it was initially celebrated on April 10, the date now varies from state to state, and in Massachusetts it is now the last Friday in April. It is a day to appreciate the trees around us and for many people a day to plant a tree! Traditional activities include planting a tree in memory of a loved one, or to celebrate a birthday. Some community groups get together to plant trees in parks, and professional tree care services often assist volunteers on public projects on Arbor Day or on nearby weekends. The ground is ready a little earlier than usual for planting this year. In Saugus, Arbor Day activities are happening throughout the spring. Here are a few activities happenGerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 ing this year: · In early April, the William Sutton Lodge of Massachusetts Freemasons had a tree sapling giveaway. Many people stopped by to get trees that they are planting in various locations in town. · Bella Vasi and Zenera Shahu at the SMHS Environmental Club, along with other club members, are planning to repot two balsam fir saplings that they received at the saplings giveaway in a protected location at their club garden. Once the trees have established a better root system and are more resistant to animal damage, they can be planted directly in the ground! · Saugus students from several classes are working on a poster contest featuring the benefits of trees. · The Saugus Tree Committee has 200 saplings planted in the Tree Farm off the Nancy Prag, chairman of the Town of Saugus Tree Committee, stands among the newest saplings at the tree farm. (Photo by Laura Eisener) bike trail, in protective collars to protect them from animal damage. The location across from the cemetery is very moist, which helps limit the frequent watering trips to the farm by Tree Committee volunteers. · The Saugus Public Library will have an art exhibit on “Distinguished Trees of Saugus” showing artwork from an adult art class taught there by Kelly Slater last Saturday. The opening reception with Kelly Slater will be on May 11 from 2-4, preceded by a concert from 1-2. On May 16 at 6:30 TOWN MEETING | FROM PAGE 3 formance Group; Robotics Club; Healthy Lifestyle Fitness Group; Arts and Crafts; Individual Sports Club (Archery, Pickp.m., Laura Eisener will be doing a free talk on this same subject at the Saugus Public Library, including photos of many “Distinguished Trees of Saugus.” Saugus has for several decades been certified a “Tree City USA” by the Arbor Day Foundation, which recognizes the annual activities performed by the town in appreciation of trees. Throughout the state, many small local organizations are participating in tree planting projects in parks, playgrounds, etc. The Massachusetts Arborists Association leball, Tennis, Cardio Fitness); Board Games: Puzzles and Fun; Robotics Team; Girls on the Run. Special Education extended day enrichment offerings for targeted populations would include Social Awareness, FuncA tiny red maple in a protective collar is one of the most recent trees to emerge at the town’s tree farm. (Photo by Laura Eisener) members have an Arbor Day of service today in which their members volunteer planting, pruning or otherwise performing tree care activities across the state for towns and nonprofits. Scientists at the Arnold Arboretum and elsewhere are exploring the ways trees sequester carbon and mitigate climate change. In many public gardens and arboreta, people visit to enjoy the new leaves and flowers that are produced in spring. tional Math, Social Education and Vocational Skills. This would occur for an hour and a half after school each day Monday–Thursday; four six-weeks sessions two afternoons a week for an hour and a half each day. Saugus Middle School Programming for academic advancement, support and enrichment; Middle School Enrichment activities and classes focused on STEAM and/or student interest activities. Activities related to technology, the arts and social development games would be focused on the MS. Suggested offerings include: English Language Arts Tutoring, Math Tutoring, Book Club, Keyboarding Skills, Robotics Club, Newspaper Club, Debate Club, Chess Club, Fitness Clubs, Math Club, Graphic Novel Group, Garden Club, Photography Club, Drawing and Art Club, Crochet/Knitting Club, Fitness Club, Middle School Homework Club. Special Education extended day enrichment offerings for targeted populations would include Social Awareness, FuncTOWN MEETING | SEE PAGE 9
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