13

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 23, 2021 Page 13 THE SOUNDS OF SAUGUS | FROM PAGE 11 mer 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 to keep reading to retain skills – and an opportunity to catch up with peers. Research shows that children who do not read during the summer fall behind. The effect is cumulative – over many summers these students fall significantly behind their peers. “Most importantly perhaps, it’s an opportunity to build a reading routine: turn off the media, sit with a child, and enjoy some beautiful story books. Try reading a longer book to them, and let them read to you. With Beanstack kids can take a safari around the world to learn about animals on different continents, listen to animal stories from around the world and do research on their favorites. “Need some help finding registering for summer reading, or finding a ‘just-right book’ for your child? Stop by the library and see us! All programs are free of charge.” CHaRM Center Recycling Drop-Off site open for season The community’s Center for Hard to Recycle Materials (CHaRM) site is open. This site will remain open to residents on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The site is located behind the Department of Public Works at 515 Main St. At the CHaRM center, the Town will accept the same recycling items that can be placed outside for curbside collection each week, such as paper, cardboard, bottles, cans and glass containers. No shredded paMAKING | FROM PAGE 5 dale as an ongoing priority. “Saugus officials have spent years researching and identifying infrastructure improvement needs within Cliftondale Square,” his press release said. “Following careful research and data collection, Saugus officials applied for funding assistance from the Department of Transportation to begin making necessary capital improvements to this important community neighborhood. After recently being awarded this funding, the Town will now be able to make these important and necessary improvements.” The Shared Streets and Spaces grant program, which per is accepted for on-site recycling. Additional acceptable items include TVs and computers (up to three per year per address); car tires up to 22" (for a fee of $3); books; and textiles, such as clothing, bedding, pocketbooks, belts and shoes. Plastic bags are not permitted; residents are kindly asked to empty recyclables out of any plastic bags and to remove the bags from the site. Also, rigid plastics are not being accepted for recycling at this time. Residents may call Lorna Cerbone at the Solid Waste and Recycling Department at 781-231-4036 with questions or for more information. Compost site open The town compost site is open to residents on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The site is located behind the Department of Public Works at 515 Main St. Stickers are required to gain seasonal access to the site. Stickers may be purchased for $25.00 at the Department of Public Works (DPW) located at the Compost Site when making your visit to the Compost Site. The Town accepts checks only for payment of the $25.00 – 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. We ask all residents to please wear a mask and maintain and respect social distancing from others while visiting the site. Residents may call Lorna Cerbone at the Solid Waste and Recycling Department at 781-231-4036 with questions or for more information. Help the Vietnam Vets “Roll to DC” A reminder from Joseph “Dennis” Gould, a Vietnam War Era veteran who served four years with the U.S. Navy – he has organized a fundraising drive that will help area Vietnam Era veterans visit Washington, D.C., in the fall of next year. “I am glad to announce that we will have a ‘Roll to DC’ for Vietnam Era Veterans from Melrose, Saugus, Lynn and surrounding towns September 2022. “The managers of this effort will be Saugus VFW Post # 2346. “Gould will be Chair and David Nelson, Saugus American Legion and Stacey was created in response to COVID-19, allows Massachusetts cities and towns to apply for funding to assist their needs for safer outdoor recreation, commerce, community activities and mobility. With this grant funding, the Town of Saugus will be able to fund a “road diet” for the rotary in Cliftondale Square. A “road diet” is a best practice in transportation planning that reduces the width of a road to better organize and slow down vehicular traffic, which improves operations, mobility and safety for walkers and riders alike, according to Crabtree. Earlier this year, the town engaged The Engineering Corp. to conduct a traffic and parking analysis of Cliftondale Square with the goal of taking a comprehensive approach to providing adequate parking, vehicle circulation and safe pedestrian accommodations to attract new businesses, visitors and residents to the neighborhood. The analysis identified the following recommended improvements: new ADA-accessible crosswalks, reconfigured travel lanes around the rotary, designated bus stops, crosswalk bump outs and improved parking accessibility. “The Town will consider incorporating these recommendations into the upcoming traffic and sidewalk improvements to Cliftondale Square,” Crabtree said. Minchello, Melrose Senior Center will be Vice Chairs. “Stan King, Quartermaster Post # 2346 be Treasurer.” The trip will be a four-night trip to D.C., staying at The Presidential Inn at Joint Base Andrews, the home of presidential aircraft. It will include a ceremony and wreath-laying at the Vietnam Wall and the Tomb of Unknown Soldier as well as visits to all military memorials and statues. “We are looking for major sponsorship and donations from all. The Vietnam Veterans will go on this trip free, but it will take approximately $70,000 of sponsorship and donations,” Gould said. “If you would like to be a major sponsor, please contact chairman Dennis Gould cell 617 257 4847 or e mail “Jdgould1969@aol.com “If you would like to send in a donation, please make check out to: ‘Saugus VFW – Roll to DC’ write ‘Roll to DC 2022’ in comment Line and mail to: “Saugus VFW Post 2346 “190C Main St “Saugus Ma 01906” If you have any questions or would like to volunteer to assist the committee, please contact Dennis at the contact info above.

14 Publizr Home