**Save The Stone Pony Updates**

[Boccigalupe]

1/3/02 - Asbury Park, has just hired a new Development Planners, they didn't feel the last group had the city's best interest in mind. So I guess we are starting to make a difference. Now is the time to step up the campaign. There will be 2 more Town Meeting's before any decisions are made.

We are planning a support rally at the Pony, and a show of support at the final meeting in February. Keep Those Letters and Petitions coming. More news to come very soon!!

Save The Stone Pony Information & Petition Site (http://boccigalupe.com/welcome.html/save_the_stone_pony.htm)

[Phillyfan1]

Bocci,
Thanks for the update, I was just thinking about this yesterday and was wondering if there were any developments.
Please keep us posted.

Dee

C'MON RISE UP !!

[Boccigalupe]

There will be a Save the Pony Rally at the Stone Pony Sunday February 3,2002 at 3:00 Music is being line up now and they will have Arts & Crafts (The proper way to make a pickett sign) The final Town Meeting will be on Wed. Feb. 6,2002 ALL are invited to attend. Location to be announced. More news to come on Monday 1/7/02

[Boccigalupe]

HOLD TIGHT MAJOR CHANGES COMING THING ARE MOVING FAST _ WE NEED PEEPS ON THURSDAY 1/10/02 AT THE PONY FOR A MEDIA PARTY TO SHOW SUPPORT. UPDATES BY MONDAY

[Boccigalupe]

OK new up date. If anyone can attend the press confrence on Thursday January 10,2002 it will be open to the public. The conference will be at The Stone Pony at 10:00 AM Full Media coverage to be expected and anything is possible.

Here is our new supported and he's got you address. lol
http://boccigalupe.com/welcome.html/images/Smokin_Joe.jpg
Mr. & Mrs. Bocci with Smokin' Joe Frazier at The Pony 1/4/02


PS. He is now one his way to hideout of one Steven Kurtz.

[Marsha]

Nice photo!!
It's so nice to see you starstruck too!

My boys just saw Smokin' Joe at a wrestling thing.
I told them next time to get autographs...apparently, they haven't learned yet.

Marsha

[PattiM]

Al and I will be there on Thursday.......come on peeps we need to show support while gettting coverage for this crusade !!!

Now my big decision.........Vacation day or sick day.....LOL


Bocci & Marcy......Nice Pic !!!!!

[Marsha]

Tell me ...what was a black guy from North Philly doing at the Pony??
Maybe I can car pool with him next time;)

[Boccigalupe]

The Save The Stone Pony Press Conference will be broadcast live via the Ponycam

The Ponycam (http://www.stoneponyonline.com/live/index.html)

[EStreetJukes]

I'll try to drag myself out of bed early enough to make the hour drive there for the press conference.

Joe

[Boccigalupe]

A Message from Asbury Park City Councilwoman Kate Mellina
Greetings from....the usual place!

Most of you know that we're working on a beachfront redevelopment plan for Asbury Park right now, and many of you know that the developers would like to demolish the current Stone Pony and relocate it elsewhere in Asbury Park, since they would like to build residential units in that area.

As many of you also know, the Stone Pony is asking people to sign a petition, saying that they want the Stone Pony to stay where it is.

I would like to urge you to sign it this week, if you haven't already, and to ask your friends to sign it, as well. Our new city planners will be doing some high-intensity planning work with our redevelopment partners during the week of January 15-23, and it is important for your voice to be heard before then.

People in town have said that they want to save Asbury Park's heritage along the beachfront, but there is very little left to save: the Paramount/Convention Hall, the Howard Johnson's, Madam Marie's, the Stone Pony, and the already battered Palace and Casino.

I personally don't feel that we can afford to lose any of it and still claim to be the Asbury Park that so many people remember.

Please spread the word.

Thank you,

Kate Mellina

[Marsha]

Personally, I think Ho Jo's should go.
Time for a swanky new diner.
Marsha

[tomwilson]

now thats a diner ...
http://www.dinercity.com/vtDiner/yankeeIntM.jpg

[tomwilson]

a new diner in Asbury Park...im getting hungry

http://www.dinercity.com/paDiner/mayfairExtM.jpg

http://www.dinercity.com/index.html

[Marsha]

http://www.post-gazette.com/images2/20010105ttcapcity05.jpg

It's fun. It's funky. It's a little bit retro. Cap City Fine Diner features all of your diner favorites– with flair. Where else can you find a slab of meatloaf, piled high with buttermilk chive mashed potatoes and French-fried onion rings, and finished with barbecue gravy? Or our Knife & Fork Chili Dog, loaded with sirloin? And what about our Seriously Big Chocolate Cake – one slice can easily satisfy three people! So go ahead and dig in. Because at Cap City, everything we do is well done.

[Boccigalupe]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 7, 2002


“SAVE THE STONE PONY”

A grassroots effort to save the legendary Stone Pony in Asbury Park from the wrecking ball will get its official kick off during a press conference to be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 10, at the famous night club at Second and Ocean avenues.
The “Save The Stone Pony’’ campaign consists of Stone Pony staff, patrons, and other supporters from around the world who hope to reverse a decision to demolish the club as part of an extensive redevelopment plan slated for the city’s oceanfront area. Officials at Ocean Front Acquisitions- the designated redevelopment company- have announced they intend to proceed with plans to demolish the Stone Pony to make way for condominiums and stores. Ocean Front Acquisitions has the right of eminent domain in the redevelopment zone.
“We hope to convince the redevelopment agency and city officials, especially the City Council, that the Stone Pony should remain in its present location and be spared from the wrecking ball,’’ said Lee-ann Nibbling, chairperson for the “Save The Stone Pony’’ campaign.
Nibbling said the campaign is independent from the Stone Pony itself although the efforts of the group have received the support and endorsement of owner Domenic Santana.
“I respect and appreciate all of the support . I have always realized that such efforts would come forward at the appropriate time- and, undoubtedly, now is that time,” Santana said.
Santana said he is presently under a gag order- agreed upon between his attorney and Ocean Front Acquisitions- not to discuss aspects of the proposed redevelopment that would affect the Stone Pony.
“Therefore, I have little to say publicly about the matter at this time,’’ he said.
Santana acquired the club two years ago after it was closed in 1995 and he has spent about $1 million to purchase and renovate it.
“Save The Stone Pony plans to begin a worldwide media blitz in its efforts to save the club and petitions are already pouring in through our web site, www.savethestonepony.com,” Nibbling said.
Thursday’s press conference will announce efforts and events that will be held in an attempt to save the Stone Pony- including a rally at the club, continuing the petition drive, and a planned protest.
The Stone Pony is known throughout the world as one of the most famous venues for rock ‘n roll and scores of famous acts have appeared at the club since it opened in 1974. Bruce Springsteen, Bon Jovi, Southside Johnny, Cheap Trick, Joan Jett, Jefferson Starship, Elvis Costello, Peter Frampton, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Russell Crowe, and Patti Smith are just a few of the famous acts to perform there.
“We are strongly urging the media to attend the press conference and get the word out about our efforts,’’ Nibbling said.
For more information call Nibbling at 732-262-3971; Stone Pony general manager Eileen Chapman at 732-502-0600, Ext. 13; Anthony Amato at 609-294-1821; or campaign media advisor Don Stine, owner of Antic Hay Books, at 732-774-4590.



Please Post to other meesage boards that you know of - Dominic Santana is standing behinde me watching.
:rolleyes: :rolleyes:

[MainPointer]

Great press conference today. Bocci pumped up the crowd by talking about how important The Pony is to him personally; Butch, the former Pony owner, talked about its history; Kate Mellina and Don Stine (who is media dude for Save the Pony) explained the background of the redevelopment effort and advocated the creation of a large entertainment zone extending from Second Ave. all the way to Cookman; and Dominec announced that he no longer needs to stay in the background on this, but is stepping forward to join the front lines. "Read my lips -- Hell no, we won't go. No amount of money could make us tear this down."

Bottom line -- the new planners will be holding meetings over the next week or so that will involve advocates of Save The Pony and Tillie, as well as the public, and will be presenting their final proposal Saturday, 1/19, at 10 AM at the Berkely Carteret. The public is invited. Pony supporters should gather at The Pony that morning at 9.

There will also be a rally at The Pony on Wed., 1/16, from 9 to midnight.

[Phillyfan1]

Will there still be a rally Feb 3rd at 3:00pm? Could kids come?
just thinking about this, not even sure if I could make it, just curious.

[Marsha]

Isn't Superbowl Feb. 3rd?
Not that I am watching that cra*.

Marsha

[Boccigalupe]

There is no Feb 3rd at the pony

[Phillyfan1]

ok, ...there was a post earlier that there would be, but I guess that has changed.
Thanks ,
Dee

[LJK]

Originally posted by Boccigalupe
There is no Feb 3rd at the pony

Is that like the opposite of leap day?

[PattiM]

Up Coming Events

Jan. 16,2002 -Wednesday - 7:00 PM Town Counsel Meeting at City Hall (Closed Forum)



Jan. 16,2002 - Wednesday - 9:00 PM Open House at Stone Pony - Boccigalupe & The Badboys

Jan. 17,2002 - Thursday - News 12 New Jersey - CH. 12 & 46 - Jersey's Talking with Lee Leonard - Dominic Santana & Boccigalupe will appear and discuss The Stone Pony's plight.



Jan. 19,2002 - Saturday - 9:00 AM - Save the Stone Pony rally preparation. A little arts and crafts projects : Learn How to make a Protest Sign. (ALL INVITED)
Then on to the Berkley for a Town Meeting.....


Jan. 19,2002 - Saturday - 10:00 AM - Open Forum Town Counsel Meeting. Bring your signs and speak out. This may be one of our last chances to let your voice be heard.


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Vini "Maddog" Lopez has vowed to stand in front of the bull dozers if it should come to that.


Save The Stone Pony

[Boccigalupe]

Also have some friends come DOORS AT 8:00 ..... Now

[Boccigalupe]

Line Up for 1/16/02:

Vini "Maddog" Lopez & The Disco Rejects

Boccigalupe & The Badboys

guests:

Jo Bonanno
Joe D'Urso
Bobby Strange
????? ???????????

and more

[con]

[QUOTE]Originally posted by Boccigalupe
Line Up for 1/16/02:

Vini "Maddog" Lopez & The Disco Rejects

Boccigalupe & The Badboys

guests:

Jo Bonanno
Joe D'Urso
Bobby Strange
????? ???????????

and more [/QUOT

????? ???????????
could that mean
bruce springsteen ???

[Boccigalupe]

sorry wasn't paying attention typing

????????????????? missed a mark

The only person who knows that is Bruce

???????????? means any of the musicians who have played at the Pony in the past 28 years may show up and may jam.

[Diamond D]

can we make sure the Pony Cam is turned on tomorrow night just in case I can't make it out there? :( It'd be nice to watch it from here at least... I guess... damnit I better just go

[Marsha]

Yep, DD.
That's exactly what it said here in Philly on the radio!
Got me very excited!
Past 28 years.
Older than you.
Guess I'll be seeing ya!
Marsha
ps...fab pics!
Haven't had the chance to say so before.
Love the pic with Stevie!

[Phillyfan1]

Pony on a Wed night...Now I know I'm crazy, but what the hell...I'm there !!

[Dirty Annie]

Just got your phone call Tony....should have put the cell on vibrate. The boss (the real one )was standing nearYikes!!! Be there soon.~Annie

[RedHeadedWoman]

Just this afternoon got a phone call from a friend of mine who knows Joe and Domenic, saying that Joe has been contacted by CBS, expressing interest in doing a piece on the Pony and its current situation for 48 Hours. Now that would be some kind of exposure. The shot in the arm, perhaps, we are all looking for. Julie

[jerseynights]

I'm gettin psyched for the pony tonight!!!!......This thing is gonna be outragious!...............Looking forward to seeing all my buddies: Janiegirl & crew, Ted, Doron & Hopefully , Ann, Sharon & Robert!.........Boccigolupe is gonna rock!......Can't wait!!!......See ya all "further on up the road!"........."LET IT ROCK!!!"

[JanieGirl]

C'mon Ms. Annie ... you know there's only ONE BOSS! See you in a few hours (you too Mike) ... drive safely.

[jerseynights]

Originally posted by JanieGirl
C'mon Ms. Annie ... you know there's only ONE BOSS! See you in a few hours (you too Mike) ... drive safely.


I'm unemployed!!!...The only Boss in my life is Bruuuuuuuuuuce!!

Had a great time last night!. Bocci & The Boys were jammin! Badlands with Joe D'urso was great!

I got interviewed by National public Radio!...Gotta find out when that's on!....

I had a blast, as usual!


Anyone know what time the Bocci interview is on News 12????

I got my signs-I'm ready for Saturday!!!!!

[Boccigalupe]

JN ----- Badlands with Joe D'Urso ????? when was that ?

I'll be on at about 8:00 PM

[jerseynights]

Good job on News 12!.........I thought you guys were right on the money and represented the bands and us fans well............All this media coverage should help the cause!


See ya at the rally Saturday!


LONG LIVE THE PONY!!!!