THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, MAy 31, 2024 Page 9 The Sounds of Saugus By Mark E. Vogler Good morning, Saugus Today’s a special day for 178 seniors who will be graduating from Saugus High School in a ceremony set for 6 p.m. at Christie Serino Jr. Memorial Stadium. I got to spend about two hours this past Wednesday night (May 29) at the school’s annual Scholarship and Academic/Services Awards Night. It’s clear from my observation that the class includes a lot of talented and exceptionally bright students with promising futures ahead of them. I’m looking forward to spending a few more hours late this afternoon and early this evening (Friday, May 31) milling around on the field and trying to get some interesting human interest stories about the Class of 2024. I’ll be searching for twins who are graduating and finding out if somebody has a birthday or a very special story to tell. I also like looking at the creative artwork on a few graduates’ mortar boards. There are always a few interesting stories to tell if you look hard enough. Stay tuned. Good luck and congratulations to the young men and women and their families who are planning for the graduation milestones of their lives. Savor the moment and make the most of your high school or college education. Use it wisely to plan your professional careers. Blood Drive at Legion Hall tomorrow Saugus American Legion Post 210 plans to sponsor a Blood Drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. tomorrow (Saturday, June 1) at Legion Hall (44 Taylor St., Saugus). Post 210 Commander John Macauda said the upcoming Blood Drive will be organized in Memory of Cpl. Scott J. Procopio & Capt. William G. Shoemaker. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter sauguscommunity to schedule an appointment Upcoming Garden Club events The Saugus Garden Club has a busy schedule through the spring. Here are some upcoming events: · Saturday, June 15, the Saugus Historical Society will host its annual Strawberry Festival from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the American Legion Hall while the Saugus Garden Club holds its annual plant sale on the front lawn of the Roby School on Main Street. Volunteers needed for Strawberry Festival on June 15 Strawberry Festival time is approaching! The Saugus Historical Society will be dishing out old-fashioned shortcakes along with soda and hot dogs in the American Legion Hall on Saturday, June 15, while the Saugus Garden Club holds its annual plant sale on the Main Street lawn of the Roby School. There is still vendor space on the Roby School lawn for those selling crafts on the lawn area. Volunteers to help serve shortcakes and potential vendors are asked to email the Historical Society president at LDELD@shore.net. This week’s “Shout Outs” It’s always nice to receive multiple nominations from our readers who wish to publicly recognize outstanding contributions by town residents for the betterment of Saugus, or great local achievements. This week we have two from frequent Saugus Advocate contributor Joanie Allbee. In her first one, Joanie heaps high praise on Board of Selectmen Chair Debra Panetta: “Hello Saugus, I’d like to give a shout out! “From beginning to end of the Saugus Memorial Day Parade there was a wounded woman with battle strength determination. She showed Soldier strength dedication in the face of a battle wound. “Onward to completion of the parade was the only option this lioness looked to. With fortitude and focus she crossed the finish line. Only then, she stopped to look at the urgency of her situation at hand. “This lady I speak of is …Debbie Panetta! Wishing health and speedy recovery!” Joanie offered a second Memorial Day “Shout Out” for a deserving Saugonian: “A ‘Shout out’ to Joyce Vecchiarelli for her thoughtful action of passing out water bottles at the Memorial Day Parade. Joyce was set up in front of Rossetti Insurance in Cliftondale Square giving bottles of water to anyone in need. Thank you.” We received this one from Lin Bell: “I would like to give a Shout Out to Town Manager Scott Crabtree for mowing the lawn at Town Hall when WIN WASTE reneged on their sponsorship to do so.” We also received one from Sue Fleming: “I would like to give a Shout Out to all involved with the Gold Star Run for Honor held last Saturday in memory of Scott Procopio, who was killed in Iraq 16 years ago. It is a wonderful event to honor one of our own. “Also a ‘shout out’ to everyone Gravestones in the Revolutionary War Cemetery near the rotary where Central and Main Streets meet were sporting new miniature American flags on Memorial Day weekend. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Charlie Zapolski) who organized and participated in the parade. It was a great Memorial Day celebration!” 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. Food Pantry notes The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry is open today (Friday, May 31) from 9:30-11 a.m. Legion Breakfast today There’s a good breakfast 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 in 2024. 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. Pats’ “Snow Plow” game recalled Sunday Sportsworld – located at 184 Broadway, Route 1 North, Saugus – is set to host a live autograph signing with “Snowplow football game legends, John Smith and Mark Henderson.” The event is scheduled for Sunday (June 2) from 10 a.m. to J& • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. noon, and autographs are $25 and $45 for both. For more information, call Sportsworld at 781233-7222. Sportsworld owner Phil Castinetti remembers, “The Snow Plow Game was on December 12, 1982, held between the New England Patriots (2-3-0) and Miami Dolphins (4-1-0) in Foxboro, formerly, Schaefer Stadium - now Foxboro Stadium. “Due to a snow-covered field, the game was offensively challenged from the start. The teams combined for 11 completed passes for 89 yards, and after three quarters, neither team had scored. By the fourth quarter, the Patriots had a chance for a 33-yard field goal. Patriots thencoach, Ron Meyer, asked Mark THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 13 S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. Masonry - Asphalt • Brick or Block Steps • Brick or Block Walls • Concrete or Brick Paver Patios & Walkways • Brick Re-Pointing • Asphalt Paving www.JandSlandscape-masonry.com • Senior Discount • Free Estimates • Licensed & Insured 617-389-1490 Designing and Constructing Ideas that are “Grounds for Success” Landscaping
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