Page 14 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, MAy 26, 2023 At the Saugus Public Library Urban Tree Care Presentation and Tree-inspired Printmaking Workshop on June 5 (Editor’s Note: The Saugus Public Library issued the following press release this week.) P lease join us for this two part workshop on urban tree care and printmaking, inspired by trees, on Monday, June 5, from 6 to 8 pm. Landscape designer Laura D. Eisener will talk about the importance and care of urban trees, followed by a printTHE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 13 making your visit to the Compost Site. The Town accepts checks only for payment of the $25. No cash will be accepted. Kindly bring a check when visiting. Thank you! Compost site stickers must be permanently placed on the lower left corner of residents’ automobile windshields. Vehicles registered out of state are not permitted. Yard waste must be disposed of in brown compost bags or open containers. The Town will accept grass clippings, leaves and brush. As in years past, no branches or limbs larger than three inches in diameter are permitted. Residents may call Scott Brazis at the Solid Waste and Recycling Department at 781-2314036 with questions. Saugus Democrats to elect state delegates On Tuesday, June 6, at 6:30 p.m., the Saugus Democrats will convene in person at the Saugus Public Library to elect 13 delegates and four alternates to represent Saugus at the 2023 State Democratic Convention. Registered and preregistered Democrats in Saugus who are 16 years old by May 23, 2023, may vote and be elected as delegates or alternates during the caucus. Youth (age 16 to 35), people with disabilities, people of color and members of the LGBTQ+ community not elected as delegates or alternates are encouraged to apply to be add-on delegates at the caucus or by visiting massdems.org/massdems-convention. The 2023 Convention will be in person at the Tsongas Arena in Lowell, Mass., on September 23. Those interested in getting involved with the Saugus Democratic Committee should contact Chairman Joe Malone at making workshop led by local artist Kelly Slater. Participants will make one-of-a-kind prints inspired by urban and oldgrowth trees. No experience required! This is a free workshop, but registration is required. See our Events calendar at https:// www.sauguspubliclibrary.org/ events/ Laura D. Eisener is the landscape designer at Northeast Nursery and teaches in the saugusdtc@gmail.com or 781233-1358. Food Pantry notes The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry is open today (Friday, May 26) from 9:30-11 a.m. Veterans bricks available The Saugus War Monument Committee, once again, is sponsoring the Buy A Brick Program to honor all those who have served their country. If you would like to purchase one in the name of someone who is presently serving or has served, in the memory of a loved one, or just for someone from your family, school, etc., the general pricing is $100 for a 4″ X 8″ brick (three lines) or $200 for 8″ X 8″ brick (five lines). Each line is a maximum of 15 characters. The improvement and upkeep of the monument on the corner of Winter and Central Streets rely on the generosity of donors through fundraising. The brick application must be in by Sept. 15 to ensure the bricks will be ready for Veterans Day. Please contact Corinne Riley at 781-231-7995 for more information and applications. Final Legion breakfast today The Saugus American Legion Post 210 will host its final breakfast of the season today (Friday, May 26), from 8–9 a.m. The Legion requests a donation of $8 from those who are looking for a delicious meal at Legion Hall. The 2023-24 season will begin the Friday (Sept. 8) following Labor Day (Sept. 4). The Legion also welcomes veterans who can’t afford the meal to enjoy a free breakfast. Bon appétit! Saugus TV’s Summer Bash Saugus TV welcomes Saugus residents to a special celebration – Saugus TV’s Summer Bash – on Saturday, June 10, Selectmen will honor town employees With the state Department of Public Health ending COVID-19-related safeguards and requirements on May 11, selectmen have decided they want to honor town employees who helped the town get through three-plus years of the global pandemic. They have sent out invitations to their June 13 meeting at 7 p.m. in the second floor auditorium to thank town employees personally for their “selfless commitment and dedication in putting the health and welfare of our community first.” In addition, there will be a reception for all town employees between 6 and 7 p.m. in the auditorium. Saugus High Class BBQ on Aug. 26 Saugus High alumni Mike horticulture department at North Shore Community College. Her workshop, Urban Tree Care, will include information about the significance of urban trees in improving life for residents and those who work in these environments, how trees improve morale and property values, enhance safety and separation of vehicle traffic and pedestrians, decrease noise and glare, improve air quality, reduce heatfrom noon to 3 p.m. at 30 Main St., Saugus. Free entry. Free food. A photo booth and fun. ing costs, improve views, and provide other benefits. There will be sufficient time for questions and answers. Kelly Slater, a local printmaker who teaches stress-free improvisational art workshops, will lead participants in a trace monotype workshop. Inspired by urban and old-growth trees of Massachusetts, participants will make one-of-a-kind prints without a press using the simple but expressive trace Allan (1979) and Pete Nicolo (1980) are hosting this year’s annual Saugus High Class BBQ, which is set for 1 to 5 p.m. at Saugus Everett Elks Grove on Saturday, Aug. 26. There’s an outdoor shelter. So, the event will go on, rain or shine. “Last year we had over 250 people attend (mostly Saugonians) and we are expecting maybe even a larger crowd,” Nicolo said. “Saugus High Classmates from multiple years, along with some of our Saugus Politicians, Coaches and Teachers attended.” All Saugus High Classes are welcome. There will be a cash bar during the day event. The action will move to Elks Hall at 401 Main St., from 5 to 8 p.m. “Most of us have kept in touch with some of our classmates / friends throughout the years,” Nicolo wrote in a recent letter. “But what about the classmates/friends that you would love to see and have not seen in decades? This is what made our recent Saugus High monotype technique. Participants will have the opportunity to use the solvent-free, least toxic Akua Intaglio Inks and one or two homemade inks created with items such as blue spirulina powder, turmeric, rice paste, and honey. Photos of urban and oldgrowth trees will be provided for inspiration, but people are encouraged to bring pictures or drawings of their favorite trees. Class BBQ this past September 2022 such a success. Take advantage of this Opportunity to possibly meet them there or reach out to anyone you’d like to see and reconnect!” “Last year’s Saugus High Class BBQ had some classmates traveling from places as far away as England, Hawaii, California, Florida, North Carolina and other parts of the US. Many old friendships were rekindled, while new friendships with old Classmates were made,” Nicolo said. “Some friends/classmates had not seen each other in decades (over 40 years), while so many from surrounding classes mingled together and had a blast. It was quite a wonderful experience for many.” Nicolo said the event has already generated great interest, but asks that people who plan to go RSVP by Aug. 5 or sooner to help the organizers plan the event better. Make checks ($45 per perTHE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 15
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