Page 12 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, MAy 1, 2026 SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 6 mulch for the benefit of sapling trees being raised to beautify public lands in Saugus. Volunteers included members of Saugus Garden Club, Saugus Action Volunteers for the Environment, Saugus Tree Committee, and others. The trees currently at the farm are quite small and will need a few years before they will be large enough to stand up to urban conditions with a lot of human activity around them, so they are being maintained in a protected area near the rail trail adjacent to Shute Brook. Several new sapling trees had been set out last fall, enclosed in a group with rabbit fencing to prevent them from being devoured during the winter. The system worked, and it was heartwarming to see the new buds peeking out of many trees on this spring occasion. Rocky Hill Transport donated loam and mulch. Home Depot donated a new wheelbarrow and landscape cloth. Tree Committee chair Nancy Prag was very pleased with the turnout and thanks all the volunteers. Remember The Fallen on Memorial Day Members of the Saugus Veterans Council who are hard at Upcoming events at the Saugus Public Library Here are a few interesting programs worth checking out at the Saugus Public Library: · Please join us on Monday, Humane Removal Service COMMONWEALTH WILDLIFE CONTROL ANIMAL & BIRD REMOVAL INCLUDING RODENTS CALL 617-285-0023 Discount Tree Service 781-269-0914 * Interior & Exterior Carpentry * Kitchen & Bath * Roofs * Painting * Decks * Siding * Licensed & Insured * Free Estimates Carrijohomeimprovement.com Call 781-710-8918 * Saugus, MA Professional TREE REMOVAL & Cleanups 24-HOUR SERVICE Carrijo Home Improvement, Inc. General Contractor May 4, at 4 p.m. in the Brooks Room to make Pokémon designs with the Pop-Up Art School. Registration required; suitable for fifth grade and up. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Saugus Cultural Council, a local agency that is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. · Come and have your tarot cards read by a professional! Please join us at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, May 18, in the Brooks Room. Suitable for fifth grade and up; no registration required. · See Jonah Knight perform a magic show and facilitate a Dungeons and Dragons game! Please join us on Monday, June 22, at 4 p.m. in the Brooks Room. Suitable for fifth grade and up; registration required. Curbside leaf collection May 4 The Town of Saugus announces that spring curbside leaf collection will take place during the week of May 4, 2026. Residents may dispose of leaves curbside on their regularly scheduled trash and recycling collection day between Monday, May 4, 2026, and Friday, May 8, 2026. work planning and organizing the Memorial Day Parade, which is set for Saturday, May 23. Council members are committed to making this year’s parade and ceremony one of the best-attended in years. That’s a noble goal and an appropriate way to honor all of the Saugus residents who have sacrificed their lives while serving their country in the armed forces over the years. Honor the town’s fallen. Show your support. If you want to volunteer to help or participate in the parade, contact Saugus Veterans Council Commander Steve Castinetti at 781-389-3678. Leaves should be left outside at the curb by 7 a.m. on the appropriate days. Please ensure that leaf containers are physically separated from trash and recycling. Paper leaf bags are the preferred method of leaf disposal. If using barrels, however, they must be clearly marked with yard waste stickers. Stickers, which are free, may be obtained at Inspectional Services in the lower level of Town Hall at 298 Central Street, Saugus. Barrel covers must remain removed so that the leaves are visible. Plastic bags, cardboard boxes, branches and brush will not be accepted. Please note that separate trucks collect the rubbish, recycling and leaves, so the leaves may be collected at a different time of day. Missed pickups will not be conducted. Please contact Scott Brazis at 781-231-4036 with any questions. Coach T.’s spring track program Plans are in the works for the Saugus Sachems Youth Spring Track Program for 2026. Here’s the basic information: Who: Grades K-6th. Where: Belmonte Track. When: 4:00-5:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays – May 19-June 11. This program is geared toward new track and field athletes. It will prepare them for the larger-scale summer camp. Cost: $150 first year, $75 if returning. For any questions, further information or to register, please contact Coach Christopher Tarantino (Coach T) at 781854-6778 or christophertarantino24@gmail.com Saugus Youth Football & Cheer Golf Tournament July 13 Saugus Youth Football & Cheer (SYFC) will host its 3rd Annual Sachem Classic Golf Tournament on Monday, July 13, at Tedesco Country Club in Marblehead, continuing a growing tradition that brings together local businesses, families and community supporters for a day of golf and giving back. The Sachem Classic has quickly become one of SYFC’s premier fundraising events, helping to support equipment purchases, uniforms and program enhancements for young athletes across Saugus. Proceeds from the event also fund SYFC’s annual high school scholarships and provide financial assistance to ensure that all athletes — regardless of financial circumstances — have the opportunity to participate in the program. Sponsorship opportunities are now available for local businesses and community partners interested in supporting the program while gaining valuable exposure. Several sponsorship levels are offered, including Sachem, Platinum, Gold, Dinner and Tee Box sponsors. Benefits include recognition on marketing materials and social media, signage throughout the tournament and visibility during the event. For those interested in participating on the course, golfer registration will open on May 1. Spots are expected to fill quickly based on strong interest in previous years. “This tournament is a cornerstone event for our organization,” said David Silipigni, SYFC Board Member. “The support we receive from local businesses and families directly impacts our ability to provide a positive, structured environment for our athletes. It also allows us to give back through scholarships and ensure that every child who wants to play has that opportunity.” All sponsorships are tax-deductible, with proceeds directly benefiting SYFC’s mission of promoting teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship among Saugus youth. Those interested in sponsoring or learning more about the event may contact SachemClassic@ saugusyfc.com. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net
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