THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 11, 2023 Page 15 Boston great James Montgomery and his Rhythm & Blues Revue with special guests Performs as part of Veterans Benefit Concert Series at Kowloon in Saugus Sunday S AUGUS - James Montgomery returns to Kowloon, as the James Montgomery Rhythm & Blues Revue, for another go as part of Rockin’ 4 Vets Summer Sun*Days Benefit Concert Series. Montgomery came to town, from his home in Michigan, to get an education and play a little music. He presented a fresh image, a powerful sound, great backing musicians and a “party ‘til you drop” stage persona. Instead of putting that education to use; he opted to stay and become one of New England’s best-known performers through the 70’s and 80’s. There was no venue in the region Montgomery could not fill and was known for his epic 2+ hour long shows. Though some contempobe delivering her own brand of Soul. Ohlman, fresh off her time performing down in Muscle Shoals, is a captivating performer having performed with everyone from Dion to J-Lo. Soul and R&B vocalist, BARRENCE WHITFIELD, best known as the frontman for Barrence Whitfield & the Savages, described as “a soul raries have long ago broken up, been inducted into, or nominated for the Rock and Roll HOF, James continues to be right where he belongs and relishes in it. Montgomery never noted as a trendy musician, but one who developed a style and has ridden it for over 50 years to a wonderful career. Along with James, Christine Ohlman “The Beehive Queen”, Saturday Night Live Band’s long-time vocalist will screamer in the spirit of Little Richard and Wilson Pickett” will be the other featured performer. Joining Montgomery and the others on stage will be a very special guest, not known as a musician, but rather as owner of the Boston Celtics, Wyc Grousbeck guitarist! Tickets @ GimmeLive.com. Show Sunday, August 13, 2023 at 1:00 PM Check us out at - Facebook. com/Rockin4Vets Let Your Backyarding Style Shine With This Design Inspo From TurfMutt A LEXANDRIA, Va. – The backyard is an important extension of a home’s living space, so it makes sense a family’s individual style be reflected in its design. By marrying your unique design perspective with your backyard needs, you can create even greater memories with your family and friends, amping up the yard’s purpose and value. “Mulligan the TurfMutt and I have been working on upgrading our yard this summer, and we’ve created a space that makes it difficult to want to leave home,” says Kris Kiser, President & CEO of the TurfMutt Foundation, which encourages people to care for and use their outdoor spaces. “I think that’s the goal we should all strive for. Even small changes to your yard can make a big impact on how much you and your family enjoy spending time at home and doing what we call ‘backyarding’.” The first step is to decide which backyard style suits you best and understanding how you’ll use your dream yard, according to Kiser. Here are style suggestions from the TurfMutt Foundation to kick off your creativity in creating a yard style all your own: • Zen Garden. Serenity is the name of the game with a zen garden. Elements could include a relaxing water feature, easyto-maintain plants and shrubs, strategically placed lighting, and a hammock swinging gently in the breeze between two trees. • Play Yard. A play yard has a single mission: to have fun with family and friends. Create zones for all of the activities your family may want to tackle. Have a budding soccer star? Use the grassy area for a practice field. Need a place to cool off? Think about adding a pool or splash pad. Have kids and pets that need a place to get out the wiggles? Add a sandbox for digging. Remember, live plants, shrubs and trees make great boundaries between different zones in the yard. • Entertainment Oasis. For those who view their home as the hottest spot in the neighborhood, an entertainment oasis is just the ticket. Seating is a must, so map out different areas for eating and conversing. A fire pit can help keep guests warm during chilly evening gatherings, and you can whip up a delicious dinner in an outdoor kitchen. If your neighbors are nearby, consider a wall of bushes or potted plants to create privacy. Hang string lights to create ambiance, and add lots of plants and flowering bushes to create an inviting outdoor atmosphere. • Wildlife Sanctuary. Those who want to create a wildlife sanctuary in their own backyard should opt for a mix of native and adaptive plants that are recognizable and useful for local wildlife. A diverse array of flowering plants attract birds, bees and butterflies. A bee fountain or hummingbird feeder can help pollinators thrive by providing important hydration. For other wildlife, provide natural sources of habitat by planting shrubs and trees. • Outdoor Office. Taking work outdoors is all the rage for those who want to strike a good worklife balance. Set up your outdoor office for success by selecting a comfortable, quiet spot that offers seating and shade near electrical outlets and a strong Wi-Fi signal. The appropriate lighting and heating features can help extend the usefulness of the outdoor office. Jazz up your video conference background by making sure trees, bushes and plants are viewable or add a green wall or a tall potted plant behind your seat. Saugus man who coached soccer at Lynn Classical High School is charged with sex crimes involving students T he women’s junior varsity soccer coach at Lynn Classical High School faces several sex-related criminal charges involving students last year. Oscar Juarez, 38, of Saugus, is accused of sending unsolicited pornographic images of himself to an 18-yearold student and former player on his team, Essex County District Attorney Paul F. Tucker announced in a press release this week. Juarez also allegedly solicited that student and a juvenile to have a sexual relationship with him. In addition, Juarez is accused of groping another juvenile player, according to Tucker. Juarez was arrested and arraigned on Monday (Aug. LANDMARK | FROM PAGE 4 marker and take a moment to reflect on those men and women who risked their lives for the cause that eventually led to our Independence. During the next few years, our country will be honoring and remembering events, places and people in celebration of the 250th birthday of the United States of America. As their next historical preservation project, Parson Roby Chapter members are hoping to restore the Hawkes’ marker located on Walnut Street. Stay tuned. The DAR members come from a variety of backgrounds and interests, but all share a common bond of having an ancestor who helped contribute to securing the independence of the United States of America. Any woman 18 years or older, regardless of race, religion or ethnic background, who can prove lineal descent from a patriot who either fought or gave aid to the cause of the American Revolution is eligible to join. Daughters are vibrant, active women who are passionate about community service, preserving history and educating children, as well as honoring and supporting those who serve our nation. If you or someone you know would like more information on becoming a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, please email us and we would be glad to answer any questions. Remember that France, Spain, Germany, England, Ireland and Mexico along with many people from other countries came to help in the fight for independence so you never know where your ancestry will lead you. Email: parsonroby.saugusdar@gmail.com THIS WEEK ON SAUGUS TV Sunday, Aug. 13 from 9–11 p.m. on Channel 8 – “Sunday Night Stooges” (The Three Stooges). Monday, Aug. 14 all day on Channel 8 – “Movie Monday” (classic movies). Tuesday, Aug. 15 at 2:30 p.m. on Channel 8 – Memories of the Boston Garden. Wednesday, Aug. 16 at 2 p.m. on Channel 8 – Summer Concert Series at the Iron Works from July 12 – Squeeze Box Stompers Cajun & Zydeco. Thursday, Aug. 17 at 6:30 p.m. on Channel 22 – World’s Most Expensive Plane Ticket Documentary. Friday, Aug. 18 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 9 – Planning Board Meeting from Aug. 17. Saturday, Aug. 19 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 22 – Super Yachts Documentary. Saugus TV can be seen on Comcast Channels 8 (Public), 9 (Government) & 22 (Educational) ***programming may be subject to change without notice*** For complete schedules, please visit www.saugustv.org 7) in Lynn District Court. He pleaded not guilty to charges of indecent assault and battery on a person over 14 and distributing pornographic material – both felonies – and reckless endangerment of a child, a misdemeanor. The judge ordered Juarez to be held in the Middleton House of Correction on $10,000 cash bail. He also was ordered to stay away from all victims and witnesses related to the case, to not have any contact with any minors besides his own children and to not possess any dangerous weapons. Juarez is next due in court on Sept. 7 for a pretrial conference.
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