Nahant News

NAHANT — Town Administrator Antonio Barletta is pleased to announce that the Town of Nahant has received a $96,900 state grant to develop a climate protection plan for Forty Steps Beach.

Nahant is one of 27 communities and organizational partners that received $12.6 million in funding through the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs’ (EEA) Office of Coastal Zone Management (CZM). The grants were announced at a ceremony in Plymouth on Monday, Sept. 19, kicking off the state’s recognition of Climate Week.

Grants assist awardees in preparing for severe coastal storms and the impacts of climate change.

The Town will provide an additional $32,600, bringing the total program to $129,500. The Town will use Federal Emergency Management Act funding received in 2018 for repairs to the coastal bank following storms.

The Town will use the grant funding to investigate ways to protect the shore and coastal bank at the beach. Funding also will be used to develop the preferred protection plan, and to begin working with state agencies that have permitting oversight.

“Forty Steps Beach is a true gem. We thank the Baker-Polito Administration and the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs for supporting our request, and for their foresight in protecting the state’s natural resources,” Town Administrator Barletta said.

“This grant will allow us to design a project that can be permitted and will provide future resiliency against rising sea levels,” Board of Selectmen Chairman Gene Canty.

Don’t forget to come down to Flash Road Park this Saturday September 17th from 10AM-1PM for our September Farmer’s Market!!! We have about 25 vendors joining this market selling jewelry, pottery, books, honey, candles, cold pressed juices, maple syrup, produce. clothing, food, and so much more! There will also be a variety of local community groups. If you are interested in becoming a vendor or for a full list of vendors visit our Farmers Market page at nahant.org. Parking and public restrooms available. For questions or more information email ktaylor@nahant.org. See you there! 

Hello residents of Nahant! 

Don’t forget to vote for the upcoming State Primary and General Elections. Below you will find more information regarding last days to register to vote, early voting, poll hours and more. 

• The last day to register to vote for the State Primary Election is August 27th, 2022. 
• The last day to register for the November 8th General Election is October 29th, 2022.

To register to vote online, please visit this link: https://www.sec.state.ma.us/ovr/ 

The Town Clerk’s office will also be open from 9am-5pm on the dates listed above, for in-person voter registration. 

For more information, please view the flyers below or visit the Town Clerk’s page at: https://nahant.org/clerk/

*Information for Early Voting regarding the September 6th State Primary*

• In-person Early Voting starting Saturday, August 27th – Friday, September 2nd 

(All residents planning to vote for the State Primary Election, must be registered by August 27th, and by October 29th for the General Election)

If you have any additional questions, please call the Town Clerk: 

Diane Dunfee

(781-581-0018) Ext #17

Email: ddunfee@nahant.org 

Hello everyone! 

It will soon be time for Nahant’s annual “Hoompa Nickel Road Race”. This year’s running road race is being proudly sponsored by the American Legion Post 215 & honorably dedicated to WWII Coast Guard Veteran, Master Chief Petty Officer Maurice Poulin. Master Chief Poulin served his country all around the world during WWII and back home including serving at Nahant’s Historic Lifesaving Station.

All proceeds of this race will benefit the Nahant American Legion Welfare Committee whose mission is to support veterans and families during illnesses or other special needs and a  special building fund to support the replacement of the ocean-facing Boat Room Doors at the Lifesaving Station.

This is a kid-friendly event and not only is there a race for adults, but there is a Kid Fun Run/Walk that takes place 30 minutes before the 5 Miler Race. 

Where? 

The American Legion at the Nahant Life Saving Station

96 Nahant Road, Nahant, MA US 01908

When? 

September 17th

• The 1 Mile Kid Fun Run/Walk will start at 1:30pm
• Miler race will start at 2:00pm

If you are interested in signing up or becoming a volunteer for the race, please visit; Hoompanickelroadrace.com  

*Race registration ends September 16th*

*Free t-shirts for the first 100 race registrants!*

The Town is happy to announce that the Pleasant Street Playground, next to the Nahant Public Library has a beautiful new addition of a fence on the street side of the park. This addition is part of the Department of Public Works Capital Improvement Plan for an upgrade to park safety. The fence has locking gates on each end giving you that extra sense of security when bringing the kids there to play. This park offers swings, slides, climbing structures and picnic tables! 

Did you know that you can bring uncut produce from your own garden to sell at the Nahant Farmer’s Markets? 

We welcome craft and food vendors, community groups, local businesses and more at our Farmer’s Markets.

If you are looking to get involved with the town, this is an easy way to get rid of any extra produce you may have at home, while interacting with members of the community and other vendors! 

The only requirement is that the produce is clean and uncut. 

Our three upcoming markets are Saturday, August 20th, Saturday, September 17th, and Saturday, October 15th.

If you are interested in selling your own produce at one of our upcoming Farmer’s Markets or getting involved with the community by becoming a vendor, please contact Kristin Taylor at ktaylor@nahant.org. 

The Nahant Public Library is hosting an event called “ArtiFest”. ArtiFest will be dedicated to celebrating Nahant Public Library’s Building, Historic Art, and Artifacts.

This celebration will take place at the Nahant Public Library on Saturday, September 10, from 2:00PM-3:30PM. 

Address: 15 Pleasant Street, Nahant, MA 01908

Two hundred and three years ago, the Nahant Library’s book collection was formed with “ten hundred” books given to the Town of Nahant. One hundred fifty years ago, Nahant Public Library became a free library to its community. One hundred twenty-seven years ago, the current library building was opened to the public. 

This year, the library completed its second phase of building restoration and an “Artifacts in Your Library” project to preserve and interpret its historic art and artifacts. To celebrate, the public is invited on Saturday, September 10 from 2:00-3:30 for some refreshments and a chat about what has been accomplished and what is next. Guests will also receive a free self-guided tour brochure of the building.

The “Artifacts in Your Library” project is brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners. Additional support was received courtesy of the Friends of the Nahant Public Library.

The Library property, which is listed in the State and National Registers of Historic Places, has received a matching grant from the Massachusetts Preservation Projects Fund through the Massachusetts Historical Commission, Secretary of the Commonwealth, William Francis Galvin, Chairman. Additional funds came from the generosity of the Town through Nahant’s Community Preservation Committee.

For additional information, please contact the Nahant Public Library at 781-591-0306.

The town of Nahant is proud to recognize Kenneth Gavin (102) and Virginia Fiske (103) for their devoted service in the United States armed forces. They truly embody the values of dedication, strength, bravery, and selflessness and we are honored to call these individuals residents of Nahant. President Biden has recognized them for their unwavering years protecting our country and its people.

Local weather officials have issued a heat advisory for a majority of Massachusetts over the next few days, an oncoming heatwave is set to leave temperatures feeling higher than 100ºF. Because of these harsh conditions, it is important to know how to properly take care of yourself and recognize when something is wrong. Heat exhaustion occurs when the body’s core temperature goes above 105ºF, and it lacks the water necessary to cool itself down. The young and the elderly are both especially susceptible to heatstroke, as well as people with respiratory and cardiovascular conditions.

Heat exhaustion and heatstroke sound very similar but come with some very serious distinctions. Heat exhaustion is symptomized by dizziness & confusion, loss of appetite, excessive sweating, fast breathing, and a temperature over 100ºF. Drinking water and resting in a cool place is an effective way to bring your body back to a neutral state in the event of heat exhaustion. Heatstroke, on the other hand, is much more serious. Categorized by a lack of sweating (despite heat), muscle weakness, nausea, throbbing headache, shallow breathing, and even seizures. Heatstroke is considered a medical emergency and you should contact 911 immediately if you suspect someone may be suffering from it.

How to identify Heat Exhaustion? (Heat Exhaustion will not be dangerous if you cool down within 30 minutes) 

Here are a few common symptoms to help identify heat exhaustion in yourself and others:

• Headache
• Dizziness and confusion
• Loss of appetite and feeling sick
• Excessive sweating and pale skin
• Fast breathing or pulse
• A high temperature of 100℉ and above

How to identify Heatstroke?

Heatstroke is the most serious form of heat injury and is considered a medical emergency. Heatstroke mainly affects people over the age of 50 but can affect many different ages as well. If you suspect someone has heat stroke call 911 immediately. 

Symptoms of heatstroke include:

• Throbbing headache
• Dizziness and light-headedness
• Lack of sweating despite heat
• Red, hot, and dry skin
• Muscle weakness and cramps
• Nausea and vomiting
• Rapid heartbeat, which may be either strong or weak
• Rapid shallow breathing
• Seizures 

How to keep pets cool during this heatwave?

Keep pets inside in the air conditioning as much as possible or near a fan. You do not want to keep your pet in an area that is hotter than 80℉. Try to time your walks around the peak heat times of day and check the pavement with your hand before a walk. If it is too hot for you to keep your hand there for more than a few seconds, it is too hot to walk your dog. Also, avoid keeping your dog alone in a hot car because they can overheat very quickly.

Symptoms of heat stroke in dogs include:

• Vomiting, diarrhea, thick saliva, not responding to their name, staggering, deep red tongue and brick red gums. 

Currently the Nahant Public Library remains open with A/C this summer. Feel free to stop by and enjoy the cool air, water, and endless selection of books. Hours listed below:

Monday: CLOSED

Tuesday: 10AM-7PM

Wednesday: 10AM-5PM

Thursday: 10AM-8PM

Friday: 10AM-5PM

Saturday: 12PM-4PM

Sunday: CLOSED

Heatstroke is considered a medical emergency! If you or someone you know are experiencing symptoms of heatstroke, please call 911.