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Calendar Events for May of 2005

Sunday, May 1st

Story Hour At Breakheart
Time: 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Location: Breakheart Reservation Visitor Center
Type: Fun     Price per Person: free
Description:
Nature related story, craft and snack. Suitable for preschoolers.
[Phone] 781-233-0834,


Monday, May 2nd

Curbside Leaf Disposal
Time: 7:00 am - 10:00 am
Location: All around Saugus
Type: Other, Saugus Town Government
Description:
Curbside leaf collection will take place for you today if it is your regular trash pick-up day. This is the only curbside collection for sprint; there will be no "missed pickups" conducted. We ask that you abide by the following disposal rules: leaves must be out for collection by 7:00 AM on your regular rubbish collection day; leaf containers must be physically separated from trash and recycling; paper leaf bags are preferred for leaf disposal, but if barrels must be used remove the covers so that the leaves are visible (no plastic bags or cardboard boxes will be accepted, and no branches or brush will be collected). Please note that separate trucks collect the rubbish, recycling, and leaves, so the leaves may be collected at a different time of day.
[Phone] 781-231-4115, [E-mail] (none provided)


Tuesday, May 3rd

Curbside Leaf Disposal
Time: 7:00 am - 10:00 am
Location: All around Saugus
Type: Saugus Town Government, Other
Description:
Curbside leaf collection will take place for you today if it is your regular trash pick-up day. This is the only curbside collection for sprint; there will be no "missed pickups" conducted. We ask that you abide by the following disposal rules: leaves must be out for collection by 7:00 AM on your regular rubbish collection day; leaf containers must be physically separated from trash and recycling; paper leaf bags are preferred for leaf disposal, but if barrels must be used remove the covers so that the leaves are visible (no plastic bags or cardboard boxes will be accepted, and no branches or brush will be collected). Please note that separate trucks collect the rubbish, recycling, and leaves, so the leaves may be collected at a different time of day.
[Phone] 781-231-4115, [E-mail] (none provided)


Wednesday, May 4th

Curbside Leaf Disposal
Time: 7:00 am - 10:00 am
Location: All around Saugus
Type: Other, Saugus Town Government
Description:
Curbside leaf collection will take place for you today if it is your regular trash pick-up day. This is the only curbside collection for sprint; there will be no "missed pickups" conducted. We ask that you abide by the following disposal rules: leaves must be out for collection by 7:00 AM on your regular rubbish collection day; leaf containers must be physically separated from trash and recycling; paper leaf bags are preferred for leaf disposal, but if barrels must be used remove the covers so that the leaves are visible (no plastic bags or cardboard boxes will be accepted, and no branches or brush will be collected). Please note that separate trucks collect the rubbish, recycling, and leaves, so the leaves may be collected at a different time of day.
[Phone] 781-231-4115, [E-mail] (none provided)


Rabies Clinic
Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: 515 Main Street (Rear)
Type: Other, Saugus Town Government     Price per Person: $10.00
Description:
If you have a copy of the previous rabies certificate, please bring it with you. Dogs must be leashed and cats must be in carriers.
[Phone] (none provided), [E-mail] (none provided)


Thursday, May 5th

Curbside Leaf Disposal
Time: 7:00 am - 10:00 am
Location: All around Saugus
Type: Other, Saugus Town Government
Description:
Curbside leaf collection will take place for you today if it is your regular trash pick-up day. This is the only curbside collection for sprint; there will be no "missed pickups" conducted. We ask that you abide by the following disposal rules: leaves must be out for collection by 7:00 AM on your regular rubbish collection day; leaf containers must be physically separated from trash and recycling; paper leaf bags are preferred for leaf disposal, but if barrels must be used remove the covers so that the leaves are visible (no plastic bags or cardboard boxes will be accepted, and no branches or brush will be collected). Please note that separate trucks collect the rubbish, recycling, and leaves, so the leaves may be collected at a different time of day.
[Phone] 781-231-4115, [E-mail] (none provided)


Friday, May 6th

Curbside Leaf Disposal
Time: 7:00 am - 10:00 am
Location: All around Saugus
Type: Other, Saugus Town Government
Description:
Curbside leaf collection will take place for you today if it is your regular trash pick-up day. This is the only curbside collection for sprint; there will be no "missed pickups" conducted. We ask that you abide by the following disposal rules: leaves must be out for collection by 7:00 AM on your regular rubbish collection day; leaf containers must be physically separated from trash and recycling; paper leaf bags are preferred for leaf disposal, but if barrels must be used remove the covers so that the leaves are visible (no plastic bags or cardboard boxes will be accepted, and no branches or brush will be collected). Please note that separate trucks collect the rubbish, recycling, and leaves, so the leaves may be collected at a different time of day.
[Phone] 781-231-4115, [E-mail] (none provided)


Saturday, May 7th

Breakheart Spring Cleanup and BBQ
Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Breakheart Reservation Visitor Center
Type: Fun     Price per Person: free
Description:
Join the Friends of Breakheart and the Department of Conservation and Recreation for our spring cleanup. Wear clothes you aren't all that fond of, and sturdy shoes.Last year someone found buried treasure !!! We will provide tools. A BBQ lunch will be served to all who participate.
[Phone] 781-233-0834,


The Time Traveler Convention
Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: East Campus Courtyard, MIT; 42:21:36.025°N, 71:05:16.332°W
Type: Other     Price per Person: free
Description:
Technically, you would only need one time traveler convention. Time travelers from all eras could meet at a specific place at a specific time, and they could make as many repeat visits as they wanted. We are hosting the first and only Time Traveler Convention at MIT. We request that you bring refreshments if possible, as we need to make this a great party for you and for the time travelers. RSVP at timetravelerconvention@gmail.com, and then show up at the designated place at the designated time!
[Phone] (none provided),


Non-Profit Yard Sale
Time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: 185 Green St; Cambridge
Type: Yard Sale     Price per Person: free
Description:
Support local non-proft dance organization and find a wide variety of items from clothes to toys to furniture.
[Phone] (none provided),


Mystery, Maestro, Please!
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Saugus Public Library
Type: Benefit, Fun     Price per Person: $25.00
Description:
Join us for mystery, murder, mayhem, & madness while solving the crime with "police detective" Ace Gumshoe (played by Selectman Steve Horlick). Help him find clues in connection with the murder of Duchess Ellington (lifelessly portrayed by Library Assistant Director Jean Hlady). Wanted for questioning: Oprah Lee Gifford (Marion Attubato, Library Friend), Regis Rivera (Dr. Keith Manville, School Superintendent), Tangerine Lipgloss (Renee Glowacki, Library Patron), Jellyroll Goodman (Darren Brown, Saugus Historical Society President), Clarinetta Fitzgerald (Jean Amorosi, Library Friend), Danielle Savoy (Janette Fasano, Board of Selectmen), Gopher Clueless (Dr. Keith Briggs, Briggs Chiropractic), Earl "Fatha" Spielberg (Eric Brown, Saugus.net), Librarian Lotta Books (Mary Rose Quinn, Library Director). Your $25 donation is tax-deductable, and eligible for a GE Matching Gift (if you're a GE employee or retiree).
[Phone] 781-231-4168, [FAX] 781-231-4169, or


Sunday, May 8th

Breakheart Hike
Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Breakheart Reservation
Type: Fun     Price per Person: free
Description:
A one and a half mile moderate hike along the Ridge, Ash Path and Silver Lake Trails. Please remember to bring sturdy shoes and bring bug spray and plenty of water.
[Phone] 781-233-0834,


Tuesday, May 10th

Saugus Historical Society Board Meeting
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Saugus Historical Society House, 30 Main Street, Saugus
Type: Meeting     Price per Person: free
Description:
This is the monthly business meeting of the Saugus Historical Society Board of Directors. The general public is welcome.
[Phone] 781-233-7232,


Wednesday, May 11th

Saugus Historical Society General Meeting
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Breakheart Lodge & Visitors' Center, 177 Forest Street, Saugus
Type: Lecture     Price per Person: free
Description:
The lecture will be on the history of the American Fire Service. Saugus Fire Chief, James Blanchard is our invited guest. Chief Blanchard will talk about the differences in how fires are fought in this country and other countries and the approach to firefighting.
[Phone] 781-233-7232,


Thursday, May 12th

Sisterhood of Congregation Ahavas Sholom
Time: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: 343 Central Street, Saugus
Type: Meeting     Price per Person: free
Description:
Sisterhood of Congregation Ahavas Sholom will be holding its meeting on Thursday, May 12, 2005 commencing at 12:00 noon. It will be held in the downstairs room. For further information contact Ruth Berg at 781-233-9161.
[Phone] (none provided), [E-mail] (none provided)


Friday, May 13th

Congregation Ahavas Sholom
Time: 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Location: 343 Central Street, Saugus
Type: Meeting     Price per Person: free
Description:
Congregation Ahavas Sholom will be holding a Friday night service on May 13, 2005, commencing at 8:00p.m. All are welcome.
[Phone] (none provided), [E-mail] (none provided)


Saturday, May 14th

Yard Sale
Time: 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Location: 7 Dalton Parkway; Salem
Type: Yard Sale     Price per Person: free
Description:
some furniture, household items, jewelry, home decor, curtains, linens, treadmill, fur coat
[Phone] 978-745-7046,


Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Saugus High School
Type: Other, Saugus Town Government
Description:
Cost to residents is free except for the following items: TVs and monitors are $15 each, propane tanks are $5 each, car tires are $2 each, and truck tires are $10 each. Pre-registration is required. Call 781-231-4115.
[Phone] 781-231-4115, [E-mail] (none provided)


Migrant Madness
Time: 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Location: Breakheart Reservation
Type: Fun     Price per Person: free
Description:
The Breakheart bird list currently stands at142 species, ranging from hawks to hummingbirds. In May at the peak of the migration season many of these birds arrive at the park to breed or to rest before continuing north. Join David Brown, a professional naturalist with a lifelong attachment to Breakheart, on a two hour search for migratory birds in the park. At the visitor center we will view his videotape of all the colorful warblers that can be seen here during the spring. Wear shoes comfortable for walking paths. About two miles will be covered at a slow pace. Bring water as well as binoculars and field guides if you have them.
[Phone] 781-710-3129,


Breakheart Hike
Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Breakheart Reservation
Type: Meeting     Price per Person: free
Description:
A three mile moderate to difficult hike along the Fox Run,Eagle Rock, Pearce Late, Flume, Silver Lake Trails. Please remember to bring sturdy shoes and bring bug spray and plenty of water.
[Phone] 781-233-0834,


Sunday, May 15th

Breakheart 5K Fun Run
Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Breakheart Reservation Visitor Center
Type: Fun     Price per Person: free
Description:
Join us for our spring fun run. This is a free race. Tshirts while supplies last. Refreshments and a raffle. Pre=registration is not required. For additional info, call: 781-710-3129
[Phone] 781-710-3129,


Monday, May 16th

Shaping Zone - FREE Massages
Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: 304 Lincoln Avenue in Saugus, MA
Type: Other     Price per Person: free
[Phone] 781-233-4122, [FAX] 781-233-5818, or


Tuesday, May 17th

Saugus Historical Commission Meeting
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Saugus Town Hall Annex, 25 Main Street
Type: Meeting, Saugus Town Government
[Phone] 617-242-5680, [FAX] 617-241-8650, or


Saturday, May 21st

Breakheart Cleanup
Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Breakheart Reservation - Saugus Entrance
Type: Fun     Price per Person: free
Description:
OK, let's try it again and hope the rain stays away this time! We will be cleaning areas around the perimeter of the park. Please wear clothes you aren't all that fond of. Bring gloves and wear sturdy shoes. We will reward you with a BBQ lunch at the end of the cleanup.
[Phone] 78-233-0834,


Sunday, May 22nd

Breakheart Hike
Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Breakheart Reservation
Type: Fun     Price per Person: free
Description:
A three mile difficult hike along the Ridge Trail,Fern Trail Spruce Path,Pearce Lake Flume Road,znd Silver Lake. Please remember to bring sturdy shoes and bring bug spray and plenty of water.
[Phone] 781-233-0834,


Thursday, May 26th

Non-Profit Yard Sale
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: 185 Green St; Saugus
Type: Yard Sale     Price per Person: free
Description:
Support local non-proft dance organization and find a wide variety of items from clothes to toys to furniture.
[Phone] (none provided),


Saturday, May 28th

Breakheart Hike
Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Breakheart Reservation
Type: Fun     Price per Person: free
Description:
A two and one half milw easy to moderate hike along the Saugus River Trail to Camp Nihan.\\. Please remember to bring sturdy shoes and bring bug spray and plenty of water.
[Phone] 781-233-0834,


Tuesday, May 31st

Open House at the Boardman House
Time: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: 17 Howard Street, Saugus Ma
Type: Meeting     Price per Person: free
Description:
Tours of the house on the hour from 11am-4pm An opportunity to see inside this c. 1687 house built for the young family of William Boardman, a local joiner, this house has survived remarkably intact since its construction. Interesting features that were discovered include a wall of original 17th century oak clapboards that are visible from the lean-to attic, ceilings on the upper floor that were never plastered, and a portion of skirt board that once finished the rear wall of the house. With the exception of minor structural stabilization and repairs, the house has since gone unaltered, providing a great opportunity to view 17th and 18th century construction techniques and finishes.
[Phone] 978-768-3632,


Breakheart Concert
Time: 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: Breakheart Reservation, Saugus Entrance
Type: Performance     Price per Person: free
Description:
THE JOLLY ROGUES This talented band of musicians and singers has a varied, intriguing repertoire of 18th and 19th Century material from period commemorative, tavern/drinking, romantic ballads, sea shanties, children's ditties, songs of revolt to music of the underground railroad, the Civil War, political views and a spiritual nature. Depending on the programs purpose and musical selection, The Rogues appear attired in either 18th or 19th Century clothing or a combination of the two periods, adding to the color and charm of the performance. Each musical selection has a prelude explanation of the songs history, folklore and meaning. A myriad of emotions is expected to be experienced by the audience. The Rogues are carving out a unique niche in local musical entertainment. Why not make them a part of your experience?
[Phone] 781-710-3129,