THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 10, 2026 Page 9 SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 8 of dawn, Corinne was running around getting things in order, directing loads of gifted watermelons to be sliced and prepared for visitors. Yet, never too busy to give bottles of water to dehydrated volunteers. Not to mention her successful and thoughtful Saugus 411 New Comers day of information booths. “That’s our Corinne, always thinking of others. How about a Saugus Town Citation for this lady?” From Alan Thibeault, Director of the Saugus Public Library: “The Saugus Public Library is pleased to be partnering again this year with the National Park Service and we’re excited about this year’s series of eight free outdoor summer concerts. Our partnership with the Saugus Iron Works provides enriching outdoor opportunities for our patrons. We’re grateful to the NPS for making the historic Saugus Iron Works available to our citizens through programs and events such as this concert series, our outdoor Story Hours, and other family-friendly library events.” A collective “Shout Out” from the Saugus 250th Celebration Committee: “The committee would like to thank everyone that came out to be a part of the event, and to celebrate our 250th anniversary of independence. ‘Shout outs’ to Sharon Genevese, Rick Leclair, Dave Leclair, Michelle Lewis, Kayden Lewis, Donna Sordello, DAR: Joan Allbie, Wendy Renda, Jacki Bracewell, Jackie Cassarino, Ella Cassarino, Tony Smith, Craig Smith, Grayson Swanson, Paula Howard, Rachel Montoya, Magnus Montoya, Justine Dolan, Susie Chano, Ranger Andrew, SCTV – Anthony Moschella, Lynn English Color Guard, again our thanks to Mary Beth Mayes, and a special thanks to Mark Vogler and The Saugus Advocate for their continued coverage of this event. In addition, the Saugus 250th Celebration Committee, Town of Saugus, the Saugus Iron Works – Mike Parr, Janice Jarosz, Ellen LeClair, Jean Swanson, Gail Cassarino, State Representative Donald Wong, Selectmen Deb Panetta and Anthony Cogliano, Parson Roby Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution, Pastor Wayne Shirk, Retired Navy. Capt. Steve CasTHE LYNNHURST 4TH OF JULY BLOCK PARTY: Last weekend marked the 109th year of this neighborhood tradition, which includes games, patriotic decorations, hot dogs and a raffle as well as a refreshing hose-off courtesy of the Saugus Fire Department. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) tinetti, Mary Beth Mayes, Town Manager Scott Crabtree and Jeannie Meredith, Elementary ELA Instructional Coach Kristin Baclay, SCTV, Saugus Veterans Council/Randy Briand, DJ Anthony Arone, Laura Eisener and Paul Kenworthy, Tom Raiche, Anthony and Karen Speziale, Joyce Vecchiarelli and Peter Rossetti, The Tarantino’s, Mary Mackenzie, Saugus Police, Fire and Health Departments, Saugus Senior Center-Mike Cappozzi, Precincts 4 and 10 for submitting a patriotic pick-up truck, Webster First Federal Credit Union, Kayem Hot Dogs, Big Y, Socs Ice Cream, Saugus Lions Club, Trader Joe’s – Saugus, J Pace & Son – Saugus, Nevron Plastics, Engineering Alliance, Rick Salvo and Goldberg Family Chiropractic, Dr. AJ Goldberg, Kowloon Restaurant, KLP Associates DBA Tax Shop, Sue Palomba – Mango Realty, Mark Panetta, Nino’s Plastering, Cogliano Plaza.” From Corinne Riley: “I want to thank Chris and Olivia Riley, Tony Speziale and Jacob Mahoney for breaking down the canopies, tables, chairs….loading them and getting them back to Randy Briand. Also, to Peter Rossetti, who stayed at the hot dog grill and organized the helpers!” 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. Free Summer concerts series underway You know it’s truly summer in Saugus when the Wednesday night crowds start to gather at the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site, where they sing, clap and dance to the music. It’s that time of year again. Another summer of free outdoor concerts over an eight-week period at the Iron Works began on July 1. This marks the fifth consecutive summer that the Saugus Public Library and the National Park Service are collaborating on a local outdoor event that seems to get more popular every year. The Saugus Cultural Council (a local arm of the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency) is also a key sponsor of the event. The concerts are free and open to the public. The concert series celebrates local musical talents in Essex County and creates opportunities for residents and visitors to engage with the park during evening hours. Shows begin at 6 p.m. each Wednesday in July and August. People can bring blankets and chairs, snacks, etc. Don’t forget to bring a friend, too, to enjoy a couple of hours of music outdoors. The events take place on the stage behind the museum building, and spectators can settle down on the upper lawn. It is suitable for all ages. Restrooms are available until nearly 8 p.m. when the concerts conclude. If weather looks bad for any particular Wednesday, concertgoers are urged to check the library website (www.sauguspubliclibrary.org), which will update for cancellations on that day. This year’s lineup features a combination of new bands and familiar faces. Concerts begin at 6 p.m. on the Big Lawn each Wednesday through August 19. This week’s headliner (July 8) was Brian Maes Band, a local favorite that plays Classic Rock. Renee Leavitt & the Renegades, a group that brings a lively Country/Rock blend, is scheduled to perform next Wednesday (July 15). Here is the rest of the schedule for the summer concert series: · July 22: Memorylaners (50s, 60s and 70s, Doo Wop). · July 29: Ditto Band (Acoustic American Rock). · August 5: The Implications (Rock & Country). · August 12: Squeezebox Stompers (Cajun, Zydeco, Blues, Folk). · August 19: Coco Brown & The Invitation (Motown & Soul). Watch https://sauguspubliclibrary.org for weather updates and cancellations. Summer Reading time at the library The 2026 Summer Reading Program at the Saugus Public Library is underway and will last through Friday, Aug. 21. Preregistration using the Beanstack app has begun. Here’s a summary of the program: WHO: Kids Pre-K through 6th grade. WHAT: Kids read the books they love, log their reading and earn prizes! They’ll enjoy reading what they love, free programs, crafts and activities. WHY: Don’t lose those hardearned skills! Summer reading plays a vital role in helping reduce the “Summer Slide” – the learning loss experienced between school years, which can leave students significantly behind their peers. The Saugus Public Schools recommend kids read at least 20 minutes every day. We also recommend reading to your child, even as they become an independent reader. Talk about what you’ve read together. Help them find books they like – we can help with that. Make it a fun part of a daily routine they look forward to! PRIZES: Every reader wins prizes, and books to keep. We’ll also raffle vouchers for ice cream, pizza, roller skating, mini golf, bowling and much more. Grand prize drawings include tickets to Canobie Lake Park and Nova Adventure Park! HOW: Download the Beanstack App! · CREATE AN ACCOUNT: If this is your first time participating in one of the SPL’s reading challenges using Beanstack, here are step-by-step instructions [https://www.loom. com/share/0efe0cc7c0f64b96b3c0a38ade8b04f6] on how to create a Beanstack account. If you’ve used Beanstack before, simply register for our 2026 Summer Reading Challenge. · REGISTER FOR A CHALLENGE: This video [https://www.loom. com/share/9cfd52f03a4c4444bc9ab86d94b51cea] will show you how to register for a reading challenge using the app. · LOG YOUR READING: This video [https://www.loom.com/ share/fda67bebf80e443faaad2529fa3ca486] will show you THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 10 The Brian Maes Band and the band Shy performed as part of the Lynnhurst 4th of July Block Party near the site of the former Lynnhurst Elementary School on the evening of July 3. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener)
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