THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTOBEr 10, 2025 Page 13 SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 12 Oct. 25 – final day to register to vote Town Clerk Ellen Schena this week issued a reminder that the last day to register to vote is Saturday, Oct. 25, at the Saugus Public Library. The Community Room at the library will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for town residents wanting to register for the Nov. 4 town election. This will also be the only day for in person early voting. Voters should use the Taylor Street entrance on that Saturday. The Field of Flags is coming soon The Parson Roby Chapter of the DAR recently issued the following press release: Patriotism will once again fill the heart of Saugus this November as the Parson Roby Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) proudly prepares for the 5th annual Veteran’s Day Field of Flags. On November 11, the lawn of Saugus Town Hall will be transformed into a sea of red, white, and blue in tribute to the brave men and women who have defended our freedoms — past, present, and future. Each American flag will carry the name of a veteran — living, deceased or currently serving. Flags may be sponsored for $5 each, with proceeds supporting the DAR’s mission to preserve American history, foster education, and promote patriotism. Sponsors may honor a family member, friend, neighbor, or employee who has served our nation with courage and sacrifice. The deadline to sponsor a flag is October 30th. To participate, please mail a check ($5 per flag) payable to Parson Roby Chapter DAR, along with the veteran’s information (Name, Rank, Branch of Service, Years of Service or War if known) to: Treasurer, 27 Pearson St., Saugus, MA 01906. Flags will be placed on the Town Hall lawn prior to Veteran’s Day, where they will remain proudly displayed through November 12th. After 12 noon on November 11th, sponsors may collect their flags as keepsakes or to place on a veteran’s grave. All flags will be removed from Town Hall lawn on November 12th. Since the project’s launch in GIRL SCOUTS VISIT FIRE DEPARTMENT: Saugus Fire Captain William E. Cross III and his son, firefighter Pat Cross, hosted members of Saugus Girl Scout Troop 63628 on Oct. 1 in observance of National Fire Prevention Month. The girls’ visit also put a focus on the start of Fire Prevention Week (Oct. 5-11) in Massachusetts. (Courtesy photo of Patty Montano) 2021, the Field of Flags has become a cherished community tradition. Last year, over 120 flags waved in honor of veterans, each one a powerful reminder of the service and sacrifice that protect our way of life. Residents frequently stop to reflect, take photos, and share heartfelt thanks for this moving display of remembrance. This year, the Parson Roby Chapter DAR invites the community to join together once more in honoring our heroes. Let us stand united as Americans—proud, grateful, and determined to remember. Remember Our Veterans. Honor Their Service. Celebrate Their Sacrifice. For more information on sponsoring a flag or joining the DAR, please email: parsonroby. saugusdar@gmail.com. Scout Troop 62 seeks new members Boy Scout Troop 62 is seeking new members to join the troop. Girls as well as boys will be welcome. “We are also starting a girl unit,” Troop 62 Scoutmaster John Kane said. “Scouting for the troop is now open to both Girls and Boys, ages 10 to 18 years old.” “These will be separate units meeting at the same time and location. They will also be working together on some activities,” he said. Both units meet in the basement of Cliftondale Congregational Church at 50 Essex St. in Saugus. Meeting time will be 6:45 until 8:45 p.m. on Tuesday evening. Come check out the fun. If you have questions, please call Scoutmaster John Kane at 781-389-2708 or come down to Cliftondale Congregational Church and say “Hi!” Breakheart Happenings Breakheart Reservation will be hosting several family-oriented, fun events this month: Continuing tomorrow (Saturday, Oct. 11) and lasting through the following two Saturdays, Yoga will be offered from 8 to 9 a.m. Come for this experience – a dynamic class that beautifully intertwines movement with breath, guiding you through a seamless flow from one asana to the next in Vinyasa yoga. Each transition is fluid and intentional, creating a harmonious connection between body and spirit as you explore the depths of your practice. Embrace the rhythm of your breath while discovering the grace of each posture, allowing the essence of yoga to unfold with every flowing movement. This class is led by Nicole Salvati. There is a $10 suggested donation for each class. Please scan or access the link to register! https://tinyurl. com/breakheartyoga In case of rain, the class will move into the Visitor Center. On Saturday, Oct. 18, at 10 a.m., state Rep. Donald Wong will offer a class in Tai Chi and Qigong. Spend some time in nature connecting with your body and movements. This program will be offered at the Visitor Center at 177 Forest St. in Saugus. All abilities are welcome! In case of rain, this event will be canceled. Dress comfortably. Email Jessica. narog-hutton@mass.gov with any questions. There will be an Early Fall Guided Nature Walk on Oct. 23 from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Please join Jeff Adams for a guided nature walk at Breakheart Reservation. The focus will be on plant ID with select natural history and lore mixed in, too. And we’ll use helpful identifiers, such as galls, leaf shapes, flowers, fruits and diagnostic characteristics, that enable us to immediately identify the plant. Registration is required. Follow the link or scan the code to register: https://tinyurl.com/EarlyFallHike Meet outside the Visitor Center, heavy rain cancels. Email Jessica.narog-hutton@mass.gov with questions. The Library is looking for volunteers If you love being around books, try hanging out at the Saugus Public Library. If you already hang out there, here’s a message from Lisa, the Head Reference Librarian: “We are looking for teens that need community service hours, and adults to volunteer at the library. We currently have openings on Tuesdays and Saturdays. If you are interested, please email Lisa, Head Reference Librarian at lejeune@noblenet.org, call 781231-4168, or stop by to fill out a Volunteer Application.” 2026 Local Cultural Council grant cycle now open The Saugus Cultural Council has received an allocation of $15,500 from the state to fund enriching and diverse cultural activities, events and school field trips for Saugus and neighboring communities, according to Tori Darnell, co-chair of the Saugus Cultural Council. Grant applications are welcomed between September 2 and October 16. For more information, please email saugusculturalcouncil@gmail.com. Newspapers at the library Thanks to a donation from a patron, The New York Times is now available at the Library, according to Saugus Public Library Director Alan Thibeault. “You can also stop by and read the Saugus Advocate, Lynn Item, Boston Herald, and the Boston Globe as well!” Thibeault said. Saugus Youth Cross Country 2025 Grades 1-5 and 6-8 not running for a school team can run on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:45 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Belmonte; Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Breakheart Reservation. The training distances are 1st to 3rd, .7 miles; 4th and 5th, 1.2 miles; 6th-8th, 1.9 miles. Practice races are Saturdays (to be determined) at Frey Park in Lynn at 285 Walnut St. Saturday, Oct. 25: Fun Run practice at Breakheart. Athletes are encouraged to wear a costume. Saturday, Nov. 1: 16th Annual Massachusetts State Middle School Cross Country Championship at Willard Field in Devens (more information to be announced). Tuesday, Nov. 11: 11th Annual Massachusetts Elementary School Cross Country Championship, 8:30 a.m. arrival – 9:30 a.m. start; Lynn Gannon Golf Course, 60 Great Woods Rd.; lunch at Prince Pizzeria followTHE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 15
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