Page 8 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – Friday, August 16, 2019 THE SOUNDS OF SAUGUS By Mark Vogler H ere are a few tidbits that you might want to know about this week in Saugus. Founders Day is coming soon Founders Day – one of the best and most popular community events of the year – is coming soon. Saugus Center is expected to draw several thousand town residents and visitors on Saturday, Sept. 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. And with this being a town election year, the local politicians are sure to be out in full force along with all civic and nonprofit groups engaged in fundraising efforts. The centerpiece of the event will be the awarding of the Saugus Man and Woman of the Year on a stage set up in front of Saugus Town Hall. There will be entertainment, a variety of good food, games for kids and fun events. For more information, email foundersday@saugus-ma.gov, or you may call the Saugus Youth & Recreation Department at 781-231-4022. The last day to submit applications for a booth is Aug. 23. 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Officer Montano has been organizing a car show on Saturday, Aug. 24, from noon to 6 p.m., at the Target store located at 400 Lynn Fells Pkwy. in Saugus. He’s busy coordinating many people, including the Boston Celtics cheerleaders, Hooters employees and several local restaurants. He’s trying 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 to raise money for a K-9 memorial to, hopefully, be placed outside the Public Safety Building on the police side … in memory of all of the K-9s that served the Saugus Police Department. 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. Just send an email (mvoge@comcast.net) with the 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 photo. Saugus River picnic tonight The Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site will host a Saugus River Picnic and Children’s Festival today (Friday, Aug. 16), from 6 p.m. to dusk. It’s a great opportunity for family and friends to enjoy the final month of summer. So, make the most of it, Saugonians, especially if you have a family. Here are the highlights: • Free fun for the whole family • Bring a picnic supper and blanket or lawn chairs • Live acoustic music by “Dick Lynch” • Complimentary drinks and dessert • Games, environmental activities, crafts... • Much more! Directions: From Route 1, take Walnut Street exit toward Saugus/Lynn. Take a right at the first light onto Central Street. Follow signs to the Saugus Iron Works (244 Central St., Saugus). For more information, call 781-233-5046. Want a seat on FinCom? Town Moderator Steve Doherty is looking for a few good men or women who are interested in serving their town, with an eye toward finances. The Town Moderator is seeking volunteers who are interested in serving on the Town’s Finance Committee. The Finance Committee is responsible for making recommendations on all warrant items involving the expenditure of Town funds to the members of Town Meeting. Interested citizens should submit a brief statement of interest and qualifications to Moderator Steve Doherty either by email to precinct4steve@gmail.com or by mail to the Saugus Town Clerk’s Office – ATTN.: Town Moderator, 298 Central St. Ste. 7, Saugus, MA 01906. Submissions should be received by August 19 for consideration for the coming term. Saugus High Class of ’69 reunion The Saugus High School Class of 1969 is planning its 50th class reunion. The reunion will be held on Sept. 20 at 6:30 p.m., at Kowloon. Cost: $50 per person; checks – payable to Marie Adams; memo line “SHS REUNION” – can be mailed to Marie Adams, 9 Profile Dr., Merrimack, NH 03054. The alumni newsletter will have this info in it also. The following day is open house at SHS for walk though and events prior to its demolition to make way for new Athletic fields, etc. For classmates coming from out of state or who just would like a hotel within walking distance from the event, call Red Roof Inn +1 (781) 941-1400 and book ASAP. For more details, check with Dennis Gould (617 267 4847) Nomination papers information For town residents who are considering a run at public office in the town elections, nomination papers are now available at the Town Clerk’s Office at Town Hall. It appears there could be a few openings up for grabs on both the School Committee and the Board of Selectmen. Several of the incumbents on these two local elected bodies might not be running for reelection in the November town elections, according to several reports. If you have ever considered helping out your community in an elected or appointed role, go get it! Here are some important dates: Sept. 10 at 5 p.m., the last day for incumbent Town Meeting members wishing to become a candidate for reelection to submit written notice to the town clerk; Sept. 13 at 5 p.m., last day to obtain nomination papers; and Sept. 17 at 5 p.m., last day for candidates to submit nomination papers. Fifty certified signatures of registered voters are required for the Board of Selectmen, School Committee and the Housing Authority. Ten certified signatures of registered voters are required for Town Meeting members. These signatures must be of registered voters in the candidate’s precinct. 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