Page 12 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 16, 2022 City Lights Tree at Glendale Towers for Annual Celebration Mayor Carlo DeMaria spoke to all who attended. Story & photos by Ron Colman M ayor Carlo DeMaria and the City of Everett recently brought holiday greetings and well wishes to the residents of Glendale Towers for the annual tree lighting. The event kicked off with serving all who attended a delicious meal – provided by Mayor DeMaria and the Council on Aging – with choices like pasta, eggplant parmigiana, haddock, salad, desserts and more. Then each resident was given a reusable gift bag containing an assortment of goodies, an ornament and a holiday hat. Throughout the evening, attendees were treated to the wonderful sounds of Ray Cavicchio along with his signature “Cavichord” and the magnificent voice of Therese DiMuzio as they played all the holiday favorites. Both performers encouraged those in attendance to dance and sing along with them. Mayor DeMaria thanked all who attended for coming together for this celebration and wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays as the tree was lit in celebration of the holiday season. City workers volunteered to serve the residents at Glendale Towers. Handing out Holiday gift bags to those who attended. The lit tree at Glendale Towers. Many residents gathered with their friends and neighbors to enjoy the special evening together. Some residents couldn’t resist the urge to dance to the holiday tunes. ~ Guest Commentary ~ The 8/10 Bar and Grille Won’t Feel the Same Without Richie By Sal Giarratani S everal years back after moving to East Boston, I discovered the 8/10 Bar and Grille located at 810 Norwood St. just outside Everett Square and met up with Richie Sasso. Always found him to be a friendly guy and gracious, too. I ended up being a regular at this joint with my friends Johnny 2 Dog from Eastie and Richie Polito plus Robio Lunetta – Eastie homeboys who ended up in next door Revere. Probably ate there twice a week but especially on Fridays because it was always Fish Day at the 8/10 on Fridays. Best fish ever. Large portions, great tasting food and the price is always just right. When I heard that Richie fought his good fight against diabetes for as long as he could, it was sad to hear that “Sugar” finally got him and he was only 62 years old. I have the “Sugar,” which is why I gave up fried fish there and replaced it with a great plate of broiled fish, which is always the best ever at the 8/10, of course, on Friday nights. Richie had owned and operated this restaurant for 16 years and passed away right after Thanksgiving Day. He was always a hard worker and knew what it took to build up a successful business. I was glad to see that the Everett City Council honored Richie’s memory at its recent Council hearing. It was a good gesture from council members. Surely, it was of great comfort to his family, many friends and all his regular customers, like me. I returned to the 8/10 last Friday evening, December 2 because I wanted to return to say my goodbye to Richie, too and, of course, have another plate of broiled fish, too. I spoke with a few of the regular customers in the dining area near me and we spoke with sadness on the passing of Richie. It had been a while since I dined at Richie’s place. I often dined there with many friends, but when Johnny 2 Dog and Richie Polito both passed away over the past couple of years, it didn’t feel the same without pigging out on some great dishes in a great place without them. I returned to honor Richie, and I am sure I will return again and again because this is my favorite spot in Everett to dine out with new friends or even by myself. Richie Sasso, R.I.P. Therese DiMuzio sang holiday songs to the residents. Ray Cavicchio performed on his “Cavichord.”
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