THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2021 Page 5 THE SOUNDS OF SAUGUS By Mark E. Vogler Time to address kid vandals Shame on those kids from Saugus and neighboring towns who think it’s a blast to smash pumpkins and destroy property at World Series Park. World Series Park Superintendent Bob Davis puts untold hours into the maintenance of the park so the town can have a decent place for baseball. But his volunteer efforts go to waste because of kids who feel like wrecking a good attraction. “It’s really unfortunate to see it all get ruined,” Selectman Jeff Cicolinoble cause that’s underway: The Saugus Lions will be hosting a toy drive on Saturday, Nov. 27, from 10:00 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Saugus Senior Center at 466 Central St. Because of last year and continuing this years’ craziness, more families are hurting more than ever and are in need of help for Christmas. As we all know when times are tough, toys for the children may get overlooked. Retired Capt. Bill O’Malley of the Saugus Fire Dept. will be collecting the toys and delivering them to those families in need. Please share this information with your family, friends and co-workers. If we can all tell a handful of friends who have found themselves far luckier than most during 2020, to donate one extra toy, imagine all the toys we can collect. As a side note, if you don’t GUESS WHO GOT SKETCHED! In this week’s edition, we continue our weekly feature where a local artist sketches people, places and things in Saugus. Got an idea who was sketched this week? If you do, please email me at mvoge@comcast.net or leave a phone message at 978-683-7773. Anyone who between now and Tuesday at noon correctly identifies the Saugonian who was sketched qualifies to have their name put in a green Boston Red Sox hat with a chance to be selected as the winner of a $10 gift certificate, compliments of Dunkin’ at the 1204 Broadway Saugus location on Route 1 North. But you have to enter to win! Look for the winner and identification in next week’s “The Sounds of Saugus.” Please leave your mailing address in case you are a winner. (Courtesy illustration to The Saugus Advocate by a Saugonian who goes by the name of “The Sketch Artist”) ni told his colleagues at this week’s meeting. “It’s something that needs to be addressed,” he added. Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree told selectmen he would like to see the park’s security cameras linked into the town’s surveillance camera system. Crabtree said he’s looking into several things, like sending more police to patrol the area. “I always like low lighting in the parks. It prevents people from hanging out in the dark,” the town manager said. Board of Selectmen Chair Anthony Cogliano suggested one way that might help minimize the vandalism – while getting the parents’ attention. “If we can identify the kids and pass on the costs to their parents,” Cogliano said. “Hit them in the pocket,” he said. Town Tree Lighting event set Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree says the Department of Public Works is gearing up for the Annual Tree Lighting set for Friday, Dec. 3 from 5 to 8 p.m. in Saugus Center. The signature town event that COVID-19 ruined a year ago is going to be back with all of its popular features – including a sleigh ride with horses, a petting zoo and some of the other main attractions of past years. Crabtree loves the event and said he’s looking forward to town residents of all ages getting together for a few hours of fun on the first Friday of December. Stay tuned for more details. The 2nd Annual Roaring Toy Drive Anthony Speziale of the Saugus Lions Club passed along this announcement in hopes of getting the word out about a very know, one of the main charities that Saugus Lions supports is eye research. Should you have any spare eyeglasses or eye apparatus, drop them by with the toys. The used glasses get refurbished and distribute them to those in need who cannot afford them. Let’s all try to make Christmas of 2021 far better than the rest of the year. Together we can make a difference and help put some smiles on many faces. Please feel free to share this information via social media, etc. The Turkey Trot is back – this Sunday! The “Annual” Turkey Trot – a popular race that’s been going for more than 20 years – returns to Breakheart Reservation after health concerns about COVID-19 led to its cancellation last year. This fun race, which usually draws 125 to 150 participants from surrounding towns, is usually held the Sunday before Thanksgiving and offers a great chance to win SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 7 Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657
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