My View of Life on the Dock
Welcome to the 2023 Bluefin Blowout!
Captain: Lewis Bianco
Boat: Bianco
Registration is now open!
https://bit.ly/2023CaptainRegistration
July 24 – Bluefin Bash Fundraiser
July 25-27 – Bluefin Blowout Tournament
*Tournament dates subject to change
Sunday, May 21, 2023 11:30 AM
Gloucester
$100 per ticket
Come dressed like your favorite character, Tanya, Portia, Valentina or Lucia. Rocco, Bert or Quentin for the men. Prizes awarded for the best representation.
Cocktail Hour Complimentary Italian Spritz’ and Regaleali Sicilian Wine Tasting Raw Bar Grilled Shrimp ‘Cocktail’ Nonno’s “Doctors say you need to release once a day” Oysters on the half shell “It’s a Penis not a sunset.” Passed Appetizers Potato and Egg Flatbread with Pancetta Mushroom, Fontina and Truffle Flatbread Squash Arancini with Tomato Aioli Family Style Brunch Tomato, mozzarella, and basil “How’s your Caprese? I was told that the cheese here was made by a blind nun in a basement.” Belgian Waffles, Burrata, Prosciutto, Maple Syrup, Balsamic Glaze Lobster Omelet, Red Onion, Scallion, Mascarpone, Cherry Tomatoes “These are some high-end gays” Monica Vitti’s ‘Spaghetti with Big Clams’ “The menus all pasta, I’m going to be so bloated” Lucia’s Sliced Sirloin ‘Putanesca’, Fingerling Potatoes, Broccoli Rabe Sliced Chicken Cutlet Milanese Macaroons “I really did only eat three!” Fresh Berries, Grapefruit, Sicilian Blood Oranges, Coconut and Honey “Do you have Oreo Cookie cake?”
DANVERS-Richard “Rich” Manuel Figurido, 52, passed away on March 30, 2023, surrounded by loving family and friends, leaving behind a trail of laughter, joy, and inspiration. Born on March 20, 1971 to Jo-Ann (Fortado) Figurido and the late Bruce Figurido, Rich was a talented carpenter by trade, but his passion lay in performing for a crowd.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Sarah Figurido, and his children, Justin Figurido, Joely Figurido, and Emerson Figurido. He is also survived by his mother, Jo-Ann Figurido, his brother Bruce Figurido and his wife Maria, his niece and nephew Isabella and Bruce Figurido, his father and mother-in-law Eric and Catherine Emerson, sisters-in-law, Lauren Lamoly and Riley Mercier, his close friends Wayne Moda and Jeffery Fraser, as well as many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Rich also leaves behind a wonderful co-parent to Justin, Kathleen Figurido and co-parent to Joely, Donna Anastasi. He was predeceased by his father, Bruce Figurido, his brother Jonathan Figurido, his cousin J.J. Nicastro, his paternal grandparents Richard M. and Winifred N. (Parker) Figurido, his maternal grandmother, Vincie (Orlando) Fortado and close friend Peter DiStefano.
Rich was a man of many talents, but his greatest gift was his voice. He was a natural vocal talent and lit up the stage whenever he performed. Fans flocked to see him play, and even those who stumbled upon his shows were left in awe of his raw energy and charisma. He was the whole package – good looks, talent, confidence, and drive – and he touched the lives of tens of thousands through music.
But more than that, Rich was a great person and a friend to many. He always went the extra mile, both in his work as a carpenter and in his relationships. He was compassionate, loving, and always made time to listen and talk to people. Even in the hospital, he would ask about the nurses’ day and make them feel seen and heard. His infectious personality drew people to him, and his generosity knew no bounds. He went the extra mile and would do carpentry jobs for gratis for some, just because that was the type of guy he was.
Rich was most proud to be the father of his children – Justin, Joely, and Emmy. He loved them deeply and cherished every moment he spent with them. He was so excited to marry Sarah, his wife, in his last weeks, and was so grateful to her for sticking by him through his illness. He knew he wouldn’t have made it this far without her. Over their 11 year relationship, they shared not just a partnership, but a true friendship and love of laughter, music, and the beach.
As a musician and a friend, Rich was a force of nature. He played thousands of shows over his lifetime, and Rich’s philosophy of putting passion before the plan was something that inspired his friends and gave them confidence in their own abilities. Rich wanted others to be their best selves in musicianship, and helped his friends grow— he gave them the courage and space to become better performers.
Rich loved children and was always eager to help them. He volunteered his time to make a difference in their lives, and he cherished the children in his own family. He was an incredible father, and the way he lit up when he talked about his kids was a testament to the depth of his love for them.
During his last days while facing his mortality, Rich was still cracking jokes with his quick wit. He always wanted to make people laugh because that was who he was – an entertainer. Although his passing is a great loss to his family, friends, and fans, his legacy will live on in the memories he created and the joy he brought to the world. Rest in peace, Rich – the world is a little less bright without you, but we will always remember the light you brought into our lives.
A celebration of life will be held in Rich’s honor on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, from 4-8PM with a brief service at 6PM at the Danversport Yacht Club in the Harborview Ballroom, 161 Elliott St, Danvers. All are welcome. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Rich’s name to the Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center at https://tinyurl.com/MGHCancer. Online directions and condolences are available at www.LyonsFuneral.com
April is National Poetry Month AND the Sawyer Free Libraryis hosting its annual Poetry without Poetry Contest until May 14.
To get local teens’ poetic creative juices flowing, the Library is hosting a series of “Poetry and Popcorn” writing workshops. From Monday, April 3 through Friday, April 7, anytime between 3:00 and 4:00 pm, all teens are invited to SFL at 21 Main to enjoy popcorn and an afternoon of poetry writing.
Munch on popcorn (and lollipops, too!) and write your poems, or join Community Librarian Mrs. O’Neill in creating spatial poetry in which together you will reimagine maps, consider issues of place naming, and develop a renewed understanding of place and belonging.
Drop into SFL @ 21 Main Street this week at any time between 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. Registration is not required. If you have…
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Bella’s in the Championship Round today , going up against Tessi’s in the North Shore Beef’s “Beef Madness competition.
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Showcasing + Creating Art as a Gloucester Community
After a three-year hiatus, the Gloucester Education Foundation and Gloucester Public Schools are thrilled to relaunch the Gloucester Student Arts Festival, a daylong celebration of the arts in the Gloucester Public Schools!
The festival will take place on Saturday, May 13 from noon-5pm in downtown Gloucester, with indoor programming at City Hall, the Cape Ann Museum, and MAGMA, and an outdoor block party on Warren Street with performances, live music, art-making and dance workshops, and food trucks. Visual and performing arts from grades Pre-K-12 will be showcased, with the goal of every student in Gloucester represented in at least one way.
This all-ages event will be a destination for families, community members, artists and visitors. Join us for a day of joyful creativity and art!
Food Trucks include: Butter Ur Biscuit, Holy Cow Ice Cream Cafe, Five Star Phresh Phoods, Castaways Cafe, Rhea Pizzeria Napoletana, and more!
Art-Making activities include: print-making, cyanotypes, kite-making, Gloucester 400+ poetry project, Dance through the Decades with MAGMA, and more!
Performances include: the Grades 4+5, O’Maley and GHS bands; O’Maley and GHS theater; 3rd grade recorder recital; Gloucester PreK Flash Mob; spoken word, poetry and more!
Stay tuned for the full schedule, map, and food truck line-up in April 2023.
The Gloucester Student Arts Festival is a collaboration between GEF, GPS, Cape Ann Museum, MAGMA, and the City of Gloucester, with generous support from Institution for Savings, BankGloucester, and Gloucester 400+.
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