THE SOUNDS OF SAUGUS By Mark Vogler H THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – Friday, August 30, 2019 Saugus Youth & Recreation Department at 781-231-4022. Page 17 Navy Band will entertain at Breakheart Rhode Island Sound returns to the Breakheart Reservation in Saugus, Mass., for ere are a few tidbits that you might want to know about this week in Saugus. A “Shout-Out” for Saugus High seniors Saugus High School Principal Michael Hashem says more than a hundred “nonfreshman students” should take a bow for their generosity during Wednesday’s (Sept. 28) freshman orientation. “I really appreciate all of the seniors, juniors and sophomores who showed up to help out,” Hashem told The Saugus Advocate. “It was great to see all of them there supporting the freshmen. It showed great school spirit,” he said. “About 20 percent of all of the non-freshmen were here today, helping out on tours through the school and being part of the orientation on one of their last days of summer. I thought that was very classy,” the principal said. I got a chance to observe it while waiting to interview the Saugus Senior Class President, Kiley Ronan. And yes indeed, it was classy. And from what I understand, it’s a tradition that repeats itself every year. 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. One-Day Holiday trash/recycling delay The Town of Saugus announces that the trash and recycling collection will run on a one-day delay from Tuesday, Sept. 3, through Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, due to the observance of Labor Day. There will be no collection on Monday, Sept. 2, due to the holiday. Services will resume on a one-day delay from Tuesday, September 3, through Saturday, Sept. 7. Residents whose collection day falls on Monday will be collected on Tuesday. Collection will continue to run on a one-day delay for the remainder of the week. The compost site will be open normal hours on Saturday, Aug. 31; Wednesday, Sept. 4 and Saturday, Sept. 7, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Town of Saugus would like to thank everyone for their cooperation. Please contact Solid Waste/Recycling Coordinator Lorna Cerbone at 781-231-4036 with any questions. 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 Award-Winning Landscaping Servicing the North Shore for over 38 Years a performance on Sunday, Sept. 8 at 5 p.m. Rhode Island Sound is the most contemporary sounding group from Navy Band Northeast. This ensemble entertains audiences with music ranging from rhythm and blues to classic rock. Performing current popular music at high schools throughout New England, Rhode Island Sound also performs public concerts at a variety of venues. Their versatility and showmanship has always kept them in great demand since their inception in 1974. Please visit Navy Band Northeast’s Facebook page for more information; to see pictures of past performances please visit Navy Band Northeast gallery. For more information about Navy Band Northeast, visit Navy Band Northeast page. Full Harvest Moon Night Hike Feel like a nice autumn walk? Try going out on a Full Harvest Moon Night Hike on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 8:00 to 9:30 p.m. Show up at the Christopher P. Dunne Visitor Center at Breakheart Reservation (177 Forest St., Saugus). Experience Breakheart in a whole new light – or lack of light! Learn why the Native Americans called September’s moon the Full Harvest Moon as you take in the spectacular nocturnal view over Silver Lake. This is an easy, 2.5-mile hike, mostly along paved paths – ages eight and up – bring water; insect repellent recommended. Dress for the weather and wear closed-toe shoes. Flashlights are allowed if necessary. Registration is required. Email stacy.kilb@mass.gov. Fall Festival Feel like a fall festival? Try out Saturday, Sept. 28, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Food! Fun! Fall! Free activities for kids and families: The list of things to do includes baby animal petting zoo from McDonny’s Traveling Farm, a stuff-your-own scarecrow, a photo booth, free donuts & food samples, old-fashioned lawn games, a cider press demo with tasting, a tour-a-truck, hot dogs/water available for purchase, take-home crafts, pumpkin decorating, Friends of Breakheart Gift Shoppe merchandise, and candy-in-the-hay. Meet Smokey Bear and the DCR Fire Patrol. Counting candidates or possible candidates Not a lot of activity over the past couple of weeks as far as potential candidates coming out of the woodwork to stir up the political pot – except for some incumbents who would like to get reelected to another two-year term, whether it be on the School Committee or the Board of Selectmen. Incumbent School Committee Chair Jeannie Meredith and Committee Member Linda Gaieski have pulled papers. That brings to 10 the number of potential candidates who are at least interested in the position. For the Board of Selectmen, Selectmen Scott Brazis and Jeff Cicolini, who is the board’s vice chair, have also pulled papers. That brings to 12 the number of potential candidates – which includes four members of the current board. Only Selectman Mark Mitchell has not yet pulled nomination papers. Mitchell, the former comptroller for the Boston Center for Adult Education, was indicted for allegedly embezzling around a million of the nonprofit’s money. On the Housing Authority front, Maureen Whitcomb has pulled papers for a seat on the Housing Authority. She is serving out an unexpired term. There are five potential candidates for the Housing Authority so far. Nomination papers information For town residents who are considering a run at public office in the town elections, nomination papers are still available at the Town Clerk’s Office at Town Hall. 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. 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. Help send Troop 62 scouts to Alaska Saugus Boy Scout Troop 62 is planning a 2022 trip to Alaska. Want to help them out? If you enjoy golf or feel like contributing to a worthy, charitable cause, then get involved in the 2019 Golf Scramble Tournament that is set for 2 p.m. on Oct. 20 at Cedar Glen Golf Course in Saugus. The rain date is Oct. 27. So, join the troop for some fun and golf. There will be food, raffles, prizes and more. (Raffles and games will be cash only.) The contests include 50/50 Closest to the pin, 50/50 Longest Drive and 50/50 Putting Contest. This is an 18-and-over event, so no children are allowed to participate. The money raised will help Troop 62 scouts in pulling off their 2022 trip to Alaska. The single player admission to play golf and the food is $75. To register with cash/check, call John Zirpolo at 617970-7471. Limited space is available. No tickets will be sold after Oct. 1. SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 18 NOW BOOKING NEW CUSTOMERS! DON’T WAIT! 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