THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2021 Page 11 SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 10 “She has a vast array of visitors visiting, educating on animals, guest occupations and shows and talents. “Some of Amy’s guests have been Farmer Minor and his petable pig from CT., a traveling education petting zoo of animals, Mother Goose, Jungle Jim and outdoor plays. “You never know what adventures and entertainment Amy Melton is going to bring for the Children and parents of Saugus Public Library! (It’s best to keep updated on her Library blog of activities for the kids!) “Amy thinks up all kinds of creative artistic ideas for the Children’s Library. She makes the Children’s Library visits a surprising experience. Children may on occasion meet her friend Sophie too (she's her hand puppet.) “Children come with parents to get a book to read “But they often leave with so many unexpected treasures. Amy has various art classes, craft classes, children’s hands on gardening classes, Holiday craft classes – some classes are pre scheduled sign ups) 781231-4168 “Amy coordinates summer programs to help keep children’s interest during summer school vacation. “Through the pandemic Amy has still been available, reaching out to the children with virtual programs and take and make crafts. (for take and make bags All the items to make the craft are put in a bag and you just pick it up at the front door when ready. She has a virtual story hour for the kids to listen to in the evening to make the bedtime transitioning easier on parents as their children get ready for their sleep times. “Amy, you really excel at what you do! And the people of Saugus love and appreciate ALL you do! Thank You Yours Truly The Sketch Artist” A bunch of “Shout-Outs” from Jeanie Jeanie Bartolo, Saugus’s most prolific “Shout-Outs” writer (She actually created this feature in “Sounds of Saugus”), offered three this week: “A special delivery arrived on Jackson Street, Antonio Sullivan Velez; ‘Sully’ was born on November 23rd, weighing 8 lbs. 14 oz. and as cute as a button! Congratulations to the proud parents Alyissa and Pedro. I am officially ‘Auntie Jeanie’ and plan on spoiling him rotten!” “A new Tree was planted at the rotary at Cliftondale Square, it will look beautiful decorated in Christmas lights! This ‘Shout Out’ and many thanks to Joe Vecchione, Precinct 2 Town Meeting Member, who advocated for the tree and to the DPW workers for planting and decorating it.” “I have a sad “Shout Out” for Cam Cicolini who recently passed away. She is the mother of Joia and Selectmen Jeff and his wife Julie Cicolini. Cam has done so much for Saugus; past President of the Kiwanis, Saugus PTO, Town Meeting Member, founding member of MEG as well as a member of the Charter Commission. She accomplished so much for the town she loved. She was a brilliant woman that I was honored to call my friend. I met Cam when I was Chairman of the Board of Trustees for the Saugus Public Library. We were fighting to keep the Library open and Cam came to every single fundraiser we had. She was always so beautifully dressed. When we were introduced we just clicked and became friends. She had the greatest laugh and could light up any room she walked into. I will always be grateful for her laughter, kindness and friendship. I will never forget you Cam, Rest In Peace my dear friend.” 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 or an act of kindness or a nice gesture. Just send an email (mvoge@comcast.net) with a 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 a photo Compost/Recycling DropOff Site closing The Town of Saugus Compost/Recycling Drop-Off Site will close for the winter season on Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021, at 2 p.m. This site will be open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on that day prior to closing. The site will reopen from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the third Saturday of the month in January, February and March, weather permitting. Please contact Solid Waste/ Recycling Coordinator Lorna Cerbone at 781-231-4036 with any questions. Please remember Saugus’s fallen heroes Honor those who serve and teach our children the value of freedom. On Dec. 18 at noon, the Parson Roby Chapter, NSDAR (MA0136P), will be sponsoring their first ‘Wreaths Across America Project’: helping Riverside Cemetery to Remember and Honor our veterans by laying Remembrance wreaths on the graves of our country's fallen heroes. Please help us honor and remember as many fallen heroes as possible in several ways: sponsoring remembrance wreaths, volunteering on Wreaths Day or inviting your family and friends to attend with you. All are welcome! Please forward this article to friends that may be willing to also join us in honoring our servicemen and women. To learn more about the ‘Wreaths Across America Project,’ go to http:// www.wearthsacrossameria.org/ MA0136P Thank you for supporting our newly formed Parson Roby Chapter, NSDAR, Saugus, MA. For further information contact Regent Charlotte Line at linejj@ comcast.net. Best-selling author plans virtual library visit Author David Baldacci is coming to the library, virtually that is! Please join the Saugus Public Library on Thursday, Dec. 9 from 7 to 8 p.m. as bestselling author David Baldacci discusses his recent book, “Mercy,” the latest in Baldacci’s Atlee Pine series. For her entire life, FBI Special Agent Atlee Pine has been searching for her twin sister, Mercy, who was abducted at the age of six and never seen again. Now, after a perilous investigation that nearly proved fatal, Atlee has finally discovered proof that Mercy survived her abduction and escaped her captors many years ago. David Baldacci received his law degree from the University of Virginia School of Law, and while practicing law, he turned to novel writing, taking three years to write his first novel, “Absolute Power.” Published in 1996, it was an international bestseller. Since then, Baldacci has published 40 best-selling novels for adults as well as seven novels for younger readers. This is a free program but registration is required. Please see our website, sauguspubliclibrary.org, for the registration link. After you register, you’ll receive a link to the Zoom program. The event is hosted by the Tewksbury Public Library in collaboration with Wellesley Books, the Saugus Public Library and many other Massachusetts Public Libraries. Participants will be entered in a drawing for an autographed copy of “Mercy.” For more information please contact the library. Phone: 781231-4168, ext. 3107 Email: sau@ noblenet.org. Website: www. sauguspubliclibrary.org. Want to be a Knight? The Knights of Columbus is looking for new members to join. If interested in becoming a member of this local organization, please call 781-233-9858. “A Very Merry Christmas Sachems salute the flag during the National Anthem. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Party” The Kowloon Restaurant is set to host “A Very Merry Christmas Party” on Dec. 10, featuring Samantha Rae Whiskey – 6 in concert. The holiday party includes a Kowloon Chinese buffet and dancing. Doors open at 6 p.m.; a buffet will be served from 6 to 8 p.m.; and the concert is from 8 to 11 p.m. Tickets are $50.00 per person. Every guest is invited to bring a wrapped toy or gift for Toys for Tots. The Wong family devised the idea of the Christmas party as a community event for everyone during the holidays, and for a good cause. “It is a great way to have your Christmas party with your co-workers, friends or family. Let us take care of the details, so you can have a wonderful time,” states Bobby Wong, owner. A Note on Samantha Rae Whiskey – 6: Samantha Rae Whiskey – 6 is a country-rock act that delivers a mix of country rock originals and pop country radio favorites driven by a SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 15 Sachems fall to Tanners on Thanksgiving At right, Captain/OLB Mark MacEachern wishes the Tanners good luck before the game. Although it was an away game, Sachems in the bleachers cheered on their team.
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