Square named for 90-year-old Al Vega in Everett, Massachusetts
Photos by Barbara Bishop

 Al Vega was honored October 22, 2011 with a square named in his honor,
near his home at the corner of Foster St. and Chestnut St. in Everett, Massachusetts
Mr. Vega dedicated over 50 years of his life to the children of Everett, managing Little League and Babe Ruth Baseball.

certificate presented to Al   Al and friends look up at sign

Sign that says Al Vega Square, Veteran, Musician, Manager

Al at keyboard Al at keyboard Al stands and leans forward at the keyboard

ten musicians and Al
Local musicians were on hand to help him celebrate.

 

The Everett Advocate named him Person of the Year in 2008

Updated October 23, 2011

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