> The Stone Pony, with its name, potential branding power, historic prevalence > in Springsteen mythology (perceived or earned, it doesn't matter, it > exists), make it a significant ASSET and one that should be capitalized on, > rather than discarded glibly as we redevelop our city. I think Jim hits the nail on the head. Asbury Park seems almost embarrassed that a bar/venue should be known around the world and exist within its boundaries. This may not be as great as having a world class university within your boundaries, but as many people know - towns very often dislike universities as well. It doesn't matter what it is, some people will be against it.
I can understand people who are hesitant to let the world know that a famous bar exists in their town (I had to fight with Monmouth County Tourism to get them to start mentioning the Pony in their brochures) but the fact remains that it is something known throughout the world. And it's not in a bad light. Sure it's a bar, but it's also a place that many people enjoy. Dreams and careers have been launched there. A few months ago, a couple even chose the Stone Pony as the place to hold their wedding. ------------------------ Yahoo! Groups Sponsor --------------------~--> Get fast access to your favorite Yahoo! Groups. Make Yahoo! your home page http://us.click.yahoo.com/dpRU5A/wUILAA/yQLSAA/Y2tolB/TM --------------------------------------------------------------------~-> Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AsburyPark/ <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
