Sometimes the loss of a building -- or a business -- is more than just a newly vacant lot or a personal inconvenience. Such was the case this morning with the news of a major fire at the Lark Tavern in Albany's Lark Street/Pine Hills area.
Long the gathering spot for a wide range and a long succession of local characters, the Lark was the kind of place where you could feel the spirit of Ole Albany within, and that empty barstool felt like it was occcupied by a ghost from Bill Kennedy's imagination. The front room was where you got caught up with those pals you haven't seen in a while or your new co-workers; the back room was where you got to hear the city's creative voices.
Our thoughts today are with our good friend Tess Collins. Here's to hoping she can somehow find the energy to pick up the pieces and bring back the magic.
3 comments:
Wow! i have always had a great experience at the Lark and wish that my schedule allowed me to get down there more often... here's hoping that they are able to rebuild; i sense that the many musicians that were always playing there or at open mic will be emerging with a fund-raiser or 2 for that cause
THIS IS A SHAME. IN THIS AGE OF SUBURBAN CHAIN RESTAURANTS WE CANNOT AFFORD TO LOSE REAL PLACES LIKE THIS.
Although I've never been here, I can feel the love here and on other (Albany) blogs.
What's also sad is that Saratoga really doesn't have a gathering spot like this one. A place where local residents can walk into, knowing that they will run into at least one familiar face.
I hope Albany gets the Lark Tavern back and that Saratoga will get its own version.
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