THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 30, 2022 ~ The Advocate Asks ~ Page 3 Selectman Corinne Riley talks about a 4-1-1 welcome the town plans for Saugus newcomers on Oct. 15 Editor’s Note: Saugus newcomers will get a rare opportunity to “go to school” in two weeks and learn many helpful things about their new hometown that they may not have known. And, of course, all Saugus residents – even the natives and longtimers – are welcome, too, if they would like to take a refresher course on things citizens might want to know about the Town of Saugus, Saugus Public Schools and the various services available. In fact, everyone in town is invited to “Saugus 411,” a special open house set for Saturday, Oct. 15, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Saugus Middle High School Complex. This week we interviewed Saugus Selectman Corinne Riley, who has been the catalyst and key organizer for this project. She is finishing the first year of her second two-year term on the Board of Selectmen. Highlights of that interview follow. Q: Please tell me about this project you have been working months on, called “Saugus 411.” What is it all about? A: This event is targeting newly moved residents, but it is for everyone. I hope many will stop by and again see what Saugus has to offer. As far as what will be valuable to the newly moved in families – they will event and will conduct tours of the Middle High School Complex. Many people haven’t had the opportunity yet to see what the building looks like, so here is your chance. Q: What does 4-1-1 stand for? A: Dialing 4-1-1 was the old way to get information on the phone. On the logo we use, it’s buttons to push the 4-1-1. The younger people will never know what it was like to call for a phone number. Q: How did this idea evolve? A: A few years ago, while working with Representative Wong’s campaign, I had the opportunity to attend a “Wakefield 101” event. That was a collaboration between their Chamber of Commerce and the town for new residents. They provided basic information about the town and had businesses that gave “welcome bags” of gift certificates, coupons, etc. It was not a town event, rather a Chamber of Commerce event. ASKS | SEE PAGE 6 Corinne Riley Selectman 425r Broadway, Saugus have the opportunity to see all the clubs and committees they may want to join to broaden their participation in their new hometown, and to meet new people themselves. Many nonprofit organizations in town are holding on by a thread, or worse, disappearing altogether. I’d love to see those who signed up for a table get their message out there to new or not so new families to get involved. Making people feel welcome is the way to do it! Q: When and where will it take place? And who can attend? I understand you sent out some invitations. A: To everyone who may not have received a personal invitation, I would like to extend an invitation to everyone in town to stop by Saugus Middle High School on Saturday, October 15 from 9 a.m. to noon. Hope to see you there! The Saugus School Department will be at the Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut St. We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 We are a Skating Rink with Bowling Alleys, Arcade and two TV’s where the ball games are always on! PUBLIC SKATING SCHEDULE 12-8 p.m. Sunday Monday Tuesday $9.00 Price includes Roller Skates Rollerblades/inline skates $3.00 additional cost Private Parties 7:30-11 p.m. $10.00 Price includes Roller Skates Adult Night 18+ Only Wednesday Thursday Friday Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m. Private Parties Private Parties 4-11 p.m. Saturday 12-11 p.m. $9.00 $9.00 Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m. Sorry No Checks - ATM on site Roller skate rentals included in all prices Inline Skate Rentals $3.00 additional BIRTHDAY & PRIVATE PARTIES AVAILABLE www.roller-world.com
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