Page 10 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 9, 2021 THE SOUNDS OF SAUGUS By Mark E. Vogler H ere are a few tidbits that you might want to know about this week in Saugus. Wildlife Encounters Monday! It sounds like there’s going to be a fun event on Monday (July 12) at 9:30 a.m. at the Saugus Ironworks National Historic Site. It’s being promoted by the Saugus Public Library as a “live animal show” that’s also “Interactive, educational and fun.” The press release issued by the Saugus Public Library also notes that it will include “farm life”, “pet life” and friendlier wild species of Ambassador Animals. Most of these animals are rescues that were injured, abandoned or displaced… “And they all have their own personal stories! At our discretion – all of these animals may be hands-on.” Wildlife Encounters Ecology Center & Farm School of New Hampshire will be leading the live animal program. Their Jr. Zookeeper program celebrates animals and is being held in honor of the Library’s Tails and Tales themed Summer Reading program. It’s informative, interactive and fun. Folks are welcome to bring a blanket or chair. For further details or in case of rain, please check the library’s online event calendar on the morning of the program. Sounds like a fun program for kids of all ages. Stumped by the sketch artist Nobody submitted the right answer to last week’s entry in the weekly “Guess Who Got Sketched?” contest. Here’s last week’s answer, offered by the person who goes by the name of The Sketch Artist: “The answer to last week’s Sketch is the very talented Photographer Ms. Tara Vocino! And here she is in her own words quoted below: “Tara Vocino has been freelancing for the Saugus Advocate for a few years. Her hobbies include swimming, exercising, church and country music concerts. She grew up attending Blessed Sacrament Parish in Saugus, where she was a youth leader. Living in a small town in Central and Western Massachusetts before moving to this area, she loves the small town feel that Saugus brings. She graduated from Wheaton College in 2010 with a Bachelor’s degree in English and Religion.” “Thank you Tara keep on shining your light “Yours Truly, “The Sketch Artist” One-day delay for trash/recycling The Town of Saugus reminds residents there is a one-day delay with the trash and recycling collection schedule this week (through tomorrow [Saturday, July 10]), as the July 4 holiday was observed on Monday (July 5). The compost site and recycling site will be open tomorrow. The Town of Saugus would like to thank everyone for their cooperation. Please contact Solid Waste/Recycling Coordinator Lorna Cerbone at 781-231-4036 with any questions. A “Shout-Out” for Tony Barrie As a long-time newspaperman who has been interviewing people and writing stories for close to a half century, I am always thrilled when I get the chance to interview a World War II veteran or a centenarian. So, it was pretty special when I got to spend a couple of hours at Tony Barrie’s home recently. The thing that impressed me most about Tony was that he was very articulate, had full command of all of his faculties, had no problem listening to my questions and had excellent recall of his memory banks. And when I was uncustomarily late for my interview with him, he actually called my telephone number in addition to the Advocate News office in Everett. It was a fun interview with a man who did not disappoint. Happy birthday, Tony. And I hope you get showered GUESS WHO GOT SKETCHED! In this week’s edition, we continue our weekly feature where a local artist sketches people, places and things in Saugus. Got an idea who was sketched this week? If you do, please email me at mvoge@comcast.net or leave a phone message at 978-683-7773. Anyone who correctly identifies the Saugonian being sketched between now and Tuesday at noon qualifies to have their name put in a green Boston Red Sox hat with a chance to be selected as the winner of a $10 gift certificate, compliments of Dunkin’ at the 1204 Broadway Saugus location (on Route 1 North). But you have to enter to win! Look for the winner and identification in next week’s “The Sounds of Saugus.” Please leave your mailing address in case you are a winner. (Courtesy illustration to The Saugus Advocate by a Saugonian who goes by the name of “The Sketch Artist”) 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. with calls from many of the local folks who admire the Tony Barrie Marching Band. A “Shout-Out” for the pet food drive organizers We didn’t receive any nominations this week from readers recommending good candidates worthy of an extra “Shout-Out.” In that case, I shall use my editorial discretion to nominate all those folks working behind the scenes on the Pet Food Donation Drive. I received an email from Marcia Benson, who wanted to let Saugus residents know about the food drive that the Good Hope Food Pantry is hosting now through July 31. Good Hope is located at 47 Grove St. in Lynnfield and is part of the Calvary Christian Church. The pantry is held on Thursday mornings and hundreds of vehicles show up from Saugus and area communities. Saugus residents who would like to donate some food for our fury, four-legged friends can do so by visiting drop-off spots at Saugus Town Hall, Carpenito Real Estate and the Saugus Public Library. Marcia writes that the organizers are seeking wet and dry dog and cat food, treats and litter – and are especially in need of cat food and litter. For more details, check out https://create.piktochart. com/output/55052935-pet-food-drive – or you can email Marcia at Marciabenson5@icloud.com. A community garden update If you are young or old and feel like doing some real earthy community service, why not join the growing team that’s been assisting in the creation of the Community Garden that’s going to help feed the hungry and needy people of Saugus? Here’s this week’s message from Rev. John: “Dear kind and gentle people, “You are all warmly invited to join us to help in the garden this Friday or Saturday anytime between 9 and 11. It is my hope that the weather will be a bit more accommodating of the laborers in the field. “The tomatoes, potatoes, radishes, squash, zucchini, and carrots are doing amazingly well. Some crafty rabbits have made a hole in the fence and have consumed the lettuce and stringbeans. I am grateful to North East Nursery for giving us 100 pepper seedlings (unappealing to rabbits) to replace that which the rabbits have consumed. We will be planting them this weekend. “I am grateful for the 100 tomato cages which Saugus citizens have dropped off. “I look forward to seeing a number of you this weekend. “Peace, “John+” Contact The Rev. John Beach of St. John’s Episcopal Church to get the latest update on how the garden is doing and what you can do to help. Anyone who wants to help out Rev. John on this noble project can call him at 774-961-9881 or send him an email at revjbeach@gmail.com. We will keep you posted as the garden continues to grow. Remember folks, this is your garden. Be a part of it. About the veterans’ bricks Board of Selectmen Vice-Chair Corinne Riley, who is involved with a lot of veterans’ events and programs in town, passed this note along: “The Saugus Veterans Council would like to inform those who ordered bricks prior to May 2021, which were displayed at the Memorial Day Ceremony, that those bricks will be installed at Veterans Park mid August and will be dedicated on Veterans Day.” Summer Reading Program at the library This comes from Amy Melton, Head of Children’s Services at Saugus Public Library: “The Saugus Public Library is reopening just in time for its annual summer reading program. Although the school year is ending, it doesn’t mean that the opportunity to learn and grow has. This summer kids of all ages will explore the animal kingdom as the Saugus Public Library presents its ‘Tails and Tales’ summer reading program. Activities will include Take & Make crafts, virtual STEM programming, storytimes, outdoor performers and more. “The Saugus Public School District recommends that students read at least 20 minutes a day this summer. The library is here to help families create a summer reading routine that is fun for kids and their families. The 2021 Summer Reading Program is open to young people, preschool through young adult. “We reward our readers! We’ve once again partnered with local businesses to reward summer reading. We’d like to thank those businesses who generously donated prizes and the New Friends of the Saugus Public Library who purchased others. We’re also participating in Read to Bead – kids collect reading Brag Tags and colorful beads as they go. “Families are encouraged to register for the animal themed ‘Tails and Tales’ Summer Reading Program using the Beanstack app. It’s easy – just download the Beanstack app, register under the Saugus Public Library, and you’re on your way. It’s like a Fitbit for reading! For more information, or to register in person, stop by the library or visit our website (www.sauguspubliclibrary.org/children/summer-reading-program/). “It’s been a challenging school year. It’s important
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