THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, MAy 29, 2026 Page 9 line of “An Extra Shout Out.” No more than a paragraph; anything longer might lend itself to a story and/or a photo. Countdown til Saugus celebrates America’s 250th Here’s an updated report Saugus resident Paul Kenworthy introduced speakers at the 2026 Memorial Day Service for the Sons of Union Veterans General Lander Post 5 at Pine Grove Cemetery in Lynn on May 21. The post has held a memorial and flower laying ceremony annually. Kenworthy was the MC at the event, with statements given by several post members and a guest speaker, as well as the induction of a new member this year. The SUV is comprised of descendants of Civil War veterans. (Courtesy photo of Laura Eisener) SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 8 tional Church. The food pantry welcomes all neighbors facing food insecurity on Friday mornings. Volunteers are also welcome. Please call the Food Pantry Office at 781-233-2663 or go to the website (cliftondalecc. org) for details. Last Legion Breakfast of the season Friday If you haven’t yet sampled a hearty breakfast on Friday mornings at the American Legion Post 210 at 44 Taylor St. in Saugus, today (May 29) is your last chance for the 2025-26 season. Doors open at 7:30 a.m., with breakfast served from 8-9 a.m. for an $8 donation. Veterans who cannot afford the donation may be served free. This week’s “Shout Outs” We received nominations from these readers: Sue Fleming: “I would like to ‘Shout Out’ the 4th grade students and teachers from the Belmonte Steam Academy who participated in the Pen Pal program with seniors from the Saugus Senior Center. Letters have been exchanged since last fall, ending with an in-person meeting with a pizza party and the seniors and students getting a chance to meet each other and talk. The letter writing was a fantastic opportunity for all! I am planning on participating again next year. Thanks to everyone involved.” Elizabeth Amico: “A ‘shout out’ for Lisa Poto “Lisa has spent the last fifteen years hostessing the Saugus Library Book Club and as a long time member, and with many other members past and present, we want to thank her for her years of providing a welcoming discussion group that has enriched our lives. “Thank you Lisa.” 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 from the Saugus 250th Celebration Committee: The Saugus 250th Celebration Committee is putting some of the final touches on the event. We have started to hear from precincts that will be submitting a patriotic decorative truck and hope to continue to hear from more in the next week or two! The committee will be doing a spot with SCTV that will have a lot of information on the event itself, so watch out for it! Again, Saugus has a rich history in its role in the Revolutionary War. We have a very hard working committee, however we need volunteers for the event! If you can help out on the 4th, overseeing children’s games, serving food, etc. let us know. America’s 250th Celebration is just five weeks away! It will be observed locally at the Saugus Iron Works, Saturday July 4th. Noon to 4 pm. There will be speeches by Parson Roby, General George Washington and reenactment of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. There will be entertainment, children’s games played back in the 1700’s, and an old fashioned community get-together and BBQ! We are looking forward to the 10 precincts entering a patriotic decorated vehicle! Join us for a funfilled historical event celebrating our Founding Fathers who created our country’s democratic form of government. If you want more information or have questions, email ccriley@ comcast.net. June 6 Blood Drive at Legion Hall Saugus American Legion Post 210 is hosting its Memorial Blood Drive on June 6 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Cpl. Scott J. Procopio & Capt. William Shoemaker American Legion Post Hall at 44 Taylor St. Please call the Red Cross (1-800-733-2767) to schedule an appointment. Touch A Truck on June 7 The Blessed Sacrament Church at 14 Summer St. will be hosting a Touch A Truck Event SAVE THE DATE! Saugus will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on Saturday July 4th, from noon to 4 p.m. at the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site. Please read “The Sounds of Saugus” for more details. (Courtesy graphic to The Saugus Advocate) on June 7 from 2 to 5 p.m. Tiger Institute who will be doing a karate demonstration. There will also be a police K9 demonstration. There will be all sorts of trucks and vehicles for kids to touch and check out. There will be raffles, food and beverages. All proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society. This will mark the seventh year for Moms Cancer Fighting Angels’ involvement in the event. Saugus Democrats meet June 10 The next meeting of the Saugus Democratic Town Committee is Wednesday, June 10, at 7 p.m. at SaugusTV offices at 30 Main St. Parking is in front of the building or across the street. Entrance is via the side door. Elks to hold Narcan program June 15 The Saugus-Everett Elks Drug Awareness Committee is holding a Narcan presentation at the Saugus-Senior Center on Monday, June 15, at 10 a.m., at 466 Central St. in Saugus. This is an hour-long free event. Drug overdose is the leading cause of death in the United States. Witness the benefits of Narcan and its many uses. Samples will be shown to all present. Don’t miss out on this event. Light refreshments will be served. Upcoming events at the Saugus Public Library Here are a few interesting programs worth checking out at the Saugus Public Library: Laura Eisener offered this report: “Natural World”, a beautiful exhibit of photographs by Jordan Lavine, graces the walls of the reading room at Saugus Public Library. Iconic New England scenes include the THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 10
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