Boosters support MHS teams

BY MELISSA STACEY

The following is an interview with Marblehead All-Sports Boosters, conducted by Discover Marblehead. To learn more about the Boosters go to marbleheadboosters.org.

Tell us about Marblehead AllSports Boosters. The mission of the Boosters is to support the needs of all Marblehead High School’s athletic teams, to enhance and promote athletic achievement and school spirit, provide athletic scholarships for deserving student-athletes and to contribute to new ideas for athletic success. We bridge the gap between the athletic office and the needs of all the teams. We also provide scholarships to graduating student athletes.

Who runs the Boosters? The Boosters is run by a group of amazing volunteers of nearly 50 fabulous women! The executive board consists of Muffy Paquette (outgoing president), Mandy Caruso (incoming president), Kristen Jellison, Allie Donovan, Lauren Andriano and Kathy Doody.

What types of projects have the Boosters worked on?

Some of our bigger projects include a state-of-the-art fitness center, new tennis courts, a new snack shed and end zone netting. We also donate things like swim caps, football helmets, volleyballs, etc. Our next mission is to raise the funds needed to replace the turf at Piper field. You can learn more about our projects by watching our “Boosters Through the Years” video at youtu. be/7ecPnUUzQMQ.

How can the community of

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Bates College honors resident with service award

Marblehead resident Nate Walton was honored by Bates College with the Bruce Stangle Award for Distinguished Service during the college’s reunion last month. Walton was recognized for providing mentorship to Bates students and recent graduates through the college’s Purposeful Work internship program. Walton, a member of the Bates Class of 2008, is the founder and principal of Sachem Strategies, a consulting firm based in Boston.

Learn about America’s first hostage crisis

The Marblehead Museum will host its first Michael Smith Memorial Lecture on Thursday, July 20, at 7 p.m. via Zoom. The lecture is free and will spotlight the new book, “Prisoners of the Bashaw: The Nineteen-Month Captivity of American Sailors in Tripoli, 1803-1805.”

Written by Frederick C. Leiner, a lawyer and historian of American maritime history, “Prisoners of the Bashaw” recounts America’s first significant hostage crisis and discusses naval warfare, diplomatic negotiations and survival during imprisonment.

This lecture honors the late Ambassador Michael Smith, reflecting his commitment to educating the public about significant historical events. To sign up, email jarrettzeman@ marbleheadmuseum.org.

Citizen Police Academy

The Marblehead Police Department, in collaboration with the Council on Aging, is accepting applications for its eighth Citizen Police Academy. The fall session, which runs Sept. 8 through Nov. 3, will be held every Friday from 9 a.m.noon at the Council on Aging, 10 Humphrey St.

Participants will also have the opportunity to visit the Marblehead Police station and the Michael Ruane Judicial Center in Salem.

Interested Marblehead residents who are at least 18 years old can apply.Class size is limited and applicants are required to attend all sessions and submit to a Criminal

Marblehead become involved or help your mission? The community can help support our initiatives with financial support. Also, we’re always looking for help staffing the snack shed for athletic events. And of course, all are welcome to join our Boosters team! Please contact us with any questions you may have at mhdboosters@gmail.com.

What’s up next for the Boosters? This summer we’re kicking off our next big fundraiser. The lifespan of a turf field is typically 10 years, and we are currently beyond that at Marblehead High School. At a price tag of approximately $800,000 our goal is to raise the necessary funds to replace the turf next summer (2024).

It’s the biggest project we’ve tackled to date. The turf is used for football, soccer, field hockey, lacrosse, flag football, conditioning and so much more. We’re confident we can meet our goal with the support of the generous people in our community. Donations can be made at marbleheadboosters.org. The business spotlight is a weekly feature published in partnership with Discover Marblehead.

Discover Marblehead is dedicated to the promotion of our town. Our mission is to highlight local businesses, tourism, community events and attractions through socialmedia, email marketing and community outreach. To learn more, visit discovermhd.com.

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Meet with state Rep. Armini

Marblehead state Rep. Jenny Armini will visit the Council on Aging on Thursday, July 27, at 11:30 a.m.

Vinyasa yoga with Celine

Join Celine this summer on the Abbot Public Library’s lawn for her outdoor community yoga classes. These vinyasastyle classes feature poses centered around stretching and strengthening the body, connecting with the breath and creating energy to power you through the rest of your day. Grab a yoga mat or a towel and come find your flow. Please note: the library opens at 9:30 a.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Abbot Public Library.

Mondays, July 17, 24 and 31, 8 a.m. (before library hours)

Wednesday, July 12, 8 a.m. (before library hours)

» Wednesdays, July 19 and 26, 7 p.m. Meet on the side lawn at the Eveleth School; rain location is the program room.

Midday Movie Matinee

On Saturday, July 15, at 1 p.m., join Abbot Public Library’s Midday Movie Matinee for adults where we will show a popular movie based on the life of a legendary rock and roll star.

To see what movie will be presented, visit tinyurl.com/JulyMovie-Matinee or call the library at 781-631-1481.

Teen DIY: Grab and go craft kits

Abbot Public Library at Eveleth School presents Teen DIY: Grab and Go Craft Kits. Visit the Teen Room on Thursdays, July 13 and 27, from 12 p.m.-6 p.m. to pick up a DIY kit with materials for crafts you can make on the go.

Painting nature journals

Abbot Public Library at Eveleth School presents painting nature journals, a creative program for children in grades 4-6. Wednesdays, July 12, 19, 26 and August 2, from 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. in the program room. Each child will receive a journal for writing and art, and explore the library’s backyard. Registration is required, so please call the Children’s Room at 781-631-1481 to reserve your spot.

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