THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, NOVEmbEr 10, 2023 Page 9 At the Saugus Public Library (Editor’s Note: The following info is from a press release issued by the Saugus Public Library this week.) American aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart tells her story on Nov. 18 Sheryl Faye attended EmerThe New Friends of the Saugus Public Library are sponsoring Amelia Earhart: Pioneer in Aviation in the Saugus Public Library’s Community Room (295 Central St., Saugus) on Saturday, Nov. 18, at 2 p.m. “Amelia Earhart: Pioneer in Aviation” is a one-woman live performance featuring actress Sheryl Faye as Amelia Earhart. Amelia Earhart’s fearless, adventuresome spirit leads to hair-raising rides down her homemade roller coaster, and she is enthralled with the wonders of the new “flying machines” during a family vacation to the Iowa State Fair. As she matures, she is fulfilled by her work as a nurse’s aide and begins to consider a career in medicine. But this idea “flies out the window” when ASKS | FROM PAGE 8 Q: What kind of reaction do you get from Saugus people when you attend the events as a reenactor? A: They cheer us on. They love seeing us and they like it when we do the 21-gun salutes at ceremonies on Memorial Day. The reaction from people is very positive, and the people thank us for our service. Some people actually think we are military. Q: What’s the shelf life of a World War II reenactor? A: It can go on for a while. I’ve seen guys in their 70s and 80s still doing reenacting. I know a guy who is 76 years old and still doing it. He’s been doing it for 30 years or more – maybe longer. He’s from Nashua, N.H. Q: How long will you continue to do this? A: As long as I can – as long as my body keeps me going. I’ve done the chaplain impression. I’ve also done the infantry impression. I’m a licensed minister, and I do services for the reenactors. I’ve been doing some reenacting with a small group called World War III Airborne Misdrops. There’s about 10 people in the group. During the D-Day invasion, there were some soldiers who missed their drop zones. We wanted to represent those soldiers who missed their drop zones. Q: What’s the most excitson College, in Boston, where she graduated with honors and received a BFA in Acting. A full time actress, she currently stars in 11 one-woman shows, touring throughout the country and performing for a variety of organizations. This adult show is free and open to the public. Space is limited so registration is required. To register visit the Library’s website (www.SaugusPublicLibrary.org/Events) or call 781-231-4168, ext. 3106. Snow Help Sheryl Faye will give a one-woman performance as Amelia Earhart next week. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) she pays a pilot $1.00 to take her up for a short “hop” in his plane. From then on, the science of aviation becomes her passion as flying becomes her career. She follows her dreams with an indomitable spirit, and her story will inspire everyone to pursue their own budding interests, whatever they may be, and will also reinforce the importance of family, respect for others and individuality. This live historical performance is entertaining and educational, and it also helps audiences truly understand the profound positive impact women like Earhart have made in history. Seeking Experienced Plow Drivers for State and Comm. work. Also Snow Shoveler positions available. 24-Hour work availability a must. Starting pay: $30-$40 per hour. Call 617-592-2790 - Everett Saint Anthony’s Flea Market 250 Revere St., Revere Indoor Flea Market Saturday, November 11th from 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM ~ Admission Only .50 Cents ~ FREE COFFEE & TEA * FULL KITCHEN NEW DEALERS WELCOME For info, call Lynda: (781) 910-8615 Watch for our December 9th Flea Market! VETERANS DAY LAST YEAR: David Savoie (right) with World War II Army reenactors at the 2022 Veterans Day ceremony in Veterans Park. (Saugus Advocate file photo by Mark E. Vogler) ing thing you have done as a World War II reenactor? A: The most exciting thing for me was to help give a World War II veteran tank driver a chance to get in a Sherman tank again. Joe Busa, a tank driver in General Patton’s Army, told me he wanted to get into a Sherman tank. The American Heritage Museum in Hudson, Mass., set it up for me. Q: How many events does a reenactor do in the course of a year? A: We could do one every month. But we usually do five or six a year. We do some training exercises during the year out in the woods. Q: What’s the farthest you have gone for a reenactment? A: Fort Indiantown Gap in Annville, Pa. It’s an Army base in Pennsylvania. We’d stay in the original barracks from World War II. I’ve gone there about four times. They stopped doing it about four years ago. When I first started doing it about 16 years ago, there were about five or six barracks full of World War II veterans. Each barrack had about six people. The last time I went, there were only five World War II veterans left. Q: So, as you look back on your career as a World War II reenactor, what’s the big draw for you? Why do you get so much satisfaction doing this? A: Number One, we want to honor the veterans. I have a huge heart for the veterans. And there’s a sense of camaraderie. You get involved and make a lot of friends from all over. ASKS | SEE PAGE 17 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Daily 4:00 PM Closed Sunday Starting Monday, September 11... We’re back to serving our Full Menu featuring all your favorite Italian Specialties and American Classics! Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s www.eight10barandgrille.com
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