Page 14 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 23, 2024 Learning in the Park Firefighters teach kids about fire safety at Saugus iron Works By Laura Eisener S augus Fire Department Captain Bill Cross and Firefighter Matthew Mossone gave fire safety tips and showed off their equipment at Saugus Iron Works last week. They gave out red plastic fire hats to their young audience members. The youngsters happily wore their new hats as they got a chance to sit in the driver’s seat of the fire truck and also on the back of it beside the hose. Saugus Public Library Children’s Librarian Amy Melton arranged this popular event for children three years old and up along with their families. THE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 13 “This includes the visual arts, education, dance, drama, interpretive science, the environment, literature, music, public art, and wellness. “If you have an idea for a project that brings public benefit to the Saugus community, then consider applying for a grant! Our 2025 grant application period runs from September 1 through October 16, 2024. We prioritize applications from Saugus organizations, individuals, and organizers, and to projects that take place in the Town of Saugus.” More information about grant guidelines and priorities can be viewed at https://massculturalcouncil. org/local-council/saugus/. On Thursday, Sept. 5 at 6 p.m., the Mass Cultural Council will host an online information session on how these grants work and how to apply. The session is free and can be accessed at https://massculturalcouncil.org. On Tuesday, Sept. 17, from Mateo Figueroa, 2, and his brother Caleb Figueroa, 5, were dressed just right to take in the Firemen’s program at the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site. Saugus Children’s Librarian Amy Melton (foreground) arranged the story-time program. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) 6 to 7:30 p.m., the Saugus Cultural Council will host an in-person grant information session in the Community Room at the Saugus Public Library to provide live support in submitting an application or provide project feedback. Come with a description of your project and any questions about the grant application process. A “Shout Out” to Joia Cicolini We received a “Shout Out” from Board of Selectmen Chair Debra Panetta, who wanted to recognize the longtime citizen efforts by Joia Cicolini for the betterment of Saugus. “I swore in Joia Cicolini for reappointment to the Saugus Board of Health on Friday (Aug. 16), Panetta wrote The Saugus Advocate this week. “I appreciate Joia’s dedication and volunteerism in our community, including her time spent as a Town meeting member. She served five terms on Town Meeting and she served on the Affordable Housing Committee. She is the longest serving member on the current Board of Health.” Want to “Shout Out” a Brynn Cavanaugh, 2, posed on the back of Saugus fire engine #2 in the Saugus Iron Works Historic Site parking lot. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) 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 Saugus Dems Unity 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. Non-profit weight loss group plans “Open House” TOPS MA 50 Saugus will be holding an “Open House” on Aug. 24 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Kelly’s on Route 1 (Southbound side). Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) is a nonprofit weight loss support group organization. The group’s meetings are held on Monday nights from 7 to 8 p.m. at East Saugus Methodist Church (85 Chestnut St., Saugus). The Hall Room, which is level to the street, is handicap accessible. Weigh in time is anytime between 5:45 and 6:45. Guests are welcome to the first meeting to learn what the group is about. Anyone interested in the Aug. 24 Open House should call 617-394-8340 or send an email to TOPS50MA@ gmail.com. “I sure hope that we can interest more people to get healthy and join our chapter,” said Julie Virnelli, the leader of the TOPS Club. Elks plan Alcohol/Drug Recovery program Sept. 16 The Saugus-Everett Elks Drug Awareness Committee is sponsoring an Alcohol and Drug Recovery presentation from 10 to 11 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 16 at the Saugus Senior Center (466 Central St. in Saugus). This will be an hour-long presentation conducted by Sober Shuttle Inc. explaining the benefits offered to recovering individuals. This is a free event and people who are interested are welcome to attend. If you or someone you know would like to know more about these services, you should not miss this informative event. Services provided are cost-free transportation into treatment, recovery coach services, placement assistance, food assistance, clothing assistance, community engagement and much more. Light refreshments will be served. Call the Saugus Senior Center at 781-231-4178 to attend. Walk-in’s are also welcome. Breakfast on Sept. 22 The Saugus Democratic Town Committee will hold a Unity Breakfast on Sunday, Sept. 22, at 10 a.m. in the Saugus Italian American Club on One Beachview Ave. in Saugus. Tickets cost $24 apiece. The breakfast is geared to drum up support for the Harris/Walz ticket for President/Vice President in the November general election. It’s also an opportunity to socialize and hear from some of the elected officials. For more details, please contact Mary Robblee at mrobb48@aol.com. Checks may be made out to the Saugus Democratic Town Committee and mailed to Mary Kinsell at 11 Sunnyside Ave., Saugus, MA 01906. Knights begin planning flea market and craft fair The Knights of Columbus Council 1829 announced this week that it plans to hold its Festive Holiday Flea Market and Craft Fair on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 57 Appleton St. The huge indoor affair is still weeks away. But it’s not too early for participants to begin planning. Vendor space for this year’s event will be $30 with free admission and free parking to go along with raffles, food and fun. Anyone with questions should call the Knights of Columbus at 781-2339858. For more information, Paul Giannetta can also be reached at 978-239-1392. Community Garden volunteers welcomed If you love gardening and would love to volunteer a few hours for a good cause this summer, offer your services at the Community Garden at St. John’s Episcopal Church. Volunteers are welcome to come any Friday or Saturday morning for the rest of the summer to help weed and nurture the crops. If these times are difficult, arrangements can be made for other days. For details, contact The Rev. John Beach at St. John’s Episcopal Church (revjbeach@gmail. com). CHaRM Center is open The Town of Saugus announced that the CHaRM Center is open Wednesday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Residents will be required to buy a $25 Sticker to use the Compost Facilities as well as to recycle THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 15
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