107th Annual Lynnhurst Block Party Gathers Neighbors to Celebrate the Fourth

By Tara Vocino

SAUGUS – The 107th Annual Lynnhurst Block Party got neighbors together last Wednesday, July 3, and last Thursday, July 4, to celebrate Independence Day outside of the former Lynnhurst School.

Jaclyn Hickman, who has been leading the effort since 2019, said they couldn’t do it without her committee of dedicated volunteers. “My husband, Derek, grew up here and saw the joy that it brought to the neighborhood,” Hickman said on Thursday. “No other area in Saugus does this.”

Entertainer Brian Maes thanked the Hickmans for making the block party possible.

David Dinarello said the block party is something dependable and unique. “It’s been going on for 107 years,” Dinarello said on Wednesday. “I never had anything like this growing up.”

Laura Eisener remembered that she used to be in the bike competition growing up. “I decorated my mother Bernice Cook’s doll carriage with red, white and blue streamers,” Eisener said. “I used to be afraid of races, but I liked the other competitions.” Eisener, who has been coming for 10 years, said it brings back good memories.

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