View as PDF   Media Contact: Jevan Dollard Director Lark Street BID c. 518-573-0996 o. 518-415-1109 bid@larkstreet.org October 31, 2019   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE UPCYCLED BIRDS OF CENTER SQUARE PROJECT ON DISPLAY FOR FIRST FRIDAY Local artists will host open house display at 262 Lark Street for in-progress sculpture project using found materials and upcycled plastic flowerpots ALBANY, N.Y. (Oct. 31, 19) — Tomorrow, Friday, Nov. 1 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. there will be an open house display of a work in progress at 262 Lark Street, a space purchased in 2017 by Jeff Buell of Redburn Development, along with Justin and Jennifer Miller of Lark Hall and Lark Street Yoga. A team of artists led by Chip Fasciana (a.k.a. Ferdbot) is in the process of building a series of bird sculptures inspired by area street names, including Lark, Jay, Dove, and more, using found and upcycled materials. “The Upcycled Birds of Center Square project is taking an environmentally conscious approach to public sculpture. We’re not only looking to provide art for public beautification, but to use the project as a way to educate the youth, local artists and the public about the environmental benefits of finding creative [...]

View as PDF Media Contact: Jevan Dollard Director Lark Street BID 518-573-0996 bid@larkstreet.org October 24, 2019   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SECOND-FLOOR BAR AND BREWERY TO OPEN AT THE LIONHEART PUB Ribbon cutting ceremony will be held to celebrate expansion made possible by ReZone Albany ALBANY, N.Y. (Oct. 24, 19) — The Lionheart Pub, operating since 1992, will be opening a new brewery and bar with a ribbon cutting on Friday, Nov. 1 at 7 p.m in the newly renovated second-floor space at 448 Madison Ave. Owner Jerry Aumand credits provisions in the updated ReZone Albany zoning code allowing second floor commercial usage for helping ease the process. “This expansion allows for a more complete utilization of our space, opening the door to further investment and the addition of more employees. We applaud ReZone Albany and the tremendous support of Mayor Sheehan and the Common Council for listening to the needs of restaurants and small business in our corridor,” said Aumand. Previous zoning codes would require business owners to apply for a variance if they wished to utilize second floors for commercial space. This expansion follows the opening of 288 Lark Wine & Tap, which also benefited from the ReZone Albany [...]

View as PDF Media Contact: Jevan Dollard Director Lark Street BID 518-573-0996 bid@larkstreet.org October 24, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HUNDREDS EXPECTED TO MARCH IN FIRST ANNUAL HALLOWEEN PARADE ON LARK STREET The Washington Park Neighborhood Association, Lark Street BID and surrounding Neighborhood Associations host parade for kids & pets ALBANY, N.Y. (Oct. 24, 19) — This Sunday, Oct. 27 at 1 p.m. there will be a Halloween Parade on Lark Street, organized by members of the Washington Park Neighborhood Association and the Lark Street BID, with help from the Center Square, Hudson/Park, and Park South Neighborhood Associations. The Washington Park Farmers Market will also be hosting a special Fall Market from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. in Washington Park in conjunction with the parade. Step-off will occur at Washington Ave. & Lark Street at 1 p.m. Fronted by the Albany High School Marching Falcons, the parade will also feature The Albany All Stars Roller Derby Team, The Albany Patroons, local elected officials, members of the BID and the Neighborhood Associations, and costumed pets and kids with parents. The parade is open to kids and parents of all ages who would like to participate, and costumes are mandatory for those marching. [...]

View PDF: Chili Chowder Release 12.7.2018   December 7, 2018   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LARK STREET BID TO HOST A TASTE OF LARK: CHILI & CHOWDER EDITION ON SATURDAY, DEC. 15 Event held in conjunction with 13th Annual Santa Speedo Sprint ALBANY, N.Y. (Dec. 7, 2018) – The Lark Street Business Improvement District (“Lark Street BID”) will host A Taste of Lark: Chili and Chowder Edition on Saturday, Dec. 16 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. along Lark Street, held in conjunction with the 13th Annual Santa Speedo Sprint. Participating restaurants so far include Bombers Burrito Bar, TapAsia, Shogun, Cafe Hollywood, Lark Tavern, Savoy Taproom & Restaurant, Pint Sized, LAX Restaurant & Lounge, El Loco Mexican Cafe, Debbie’s Kitchen, El Mariachi, 3Fish Coffee, Capital Wine Albany, Raw, Dove + Deer, and City Beer Hall. Awards will be given for Judge’s Choice and People’s Choice. Samples will be available for $1. Proceeds will help support beautification efforts, future events, and additional initiatives by the Lark Street BID. For more information about the festival and about the Lark Street BID, visit larkstreetbid.org. ###

View as PDF: LarkFEST_PressRelease Final.docx FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 15, 2018 LARKFEST MARKS ITS 37TH YEAR ON SEPT. 22 Upstate N.Y.’s largest outdoor street festival anticipates 40,000 guests to visit Albany’s Lark Street this Saturday ALBANY, N.Y. (Sept. 15, 2018) – The Lark Street Business Improvement District (“Lark Street BID”) and Craft Beer Guild New York will present LarkFest, now in its 37th year, on Saturday, Sept. 22 from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Lark Street in Albany. This year’s event will include over 120 vendors selling art, craft goods, food, and more, along with 19 patios and live music on two stages at Spring Street and Madison Avenue. “As always, this year’s LarkFest will showcase a multitude of the Capital Region’s best musicians, artists, food vendors, and more. We are particularly pleased to be able to invite guests to explore almost two dozen new businesses that have opened up in the Lark Street Corridor since last year,” said Dan Atkins, chairman of the Lark Street BID and co-owner of Savoy Taproom & Restaurant. This year’s presenting sponsor of LarkFest is Craft Beer Guild New York and affiliated companies Lagunitas, Southern Tier Brewing Co., Bells Brewery, and Narragansett Beer. [...]

  LARKFEST Parking Restrictions Road Closures Beginning Saturday,September 22nd  PARKING RESTRICTIONS: Parking Prohibitions Emergency No Parking for September 20, 2018 at 8AM until September 24, 2018 at 6PM: Lancaster Street, both sides from Lark Street west 8 spaces on each side. Emergency No Parking for September 22, 2018 4AM until 10PM for “Lark Fest”: Lark Street, both sides from Washington Avenue to Madison Avenue. Spring Street, both sides from Lark Street east to in front of and opposite #40 Spring Street. Spring Street, both sides from Lark Street west to in front of and opposite #57 Spring Street. State Street, both sides from Lark Street east to #341 State Street (north side) and #336 State Street (south side). State Street, both sides from Lark Street west to Willett Street (south side) and & 379 State Street (north side). Chestnut Street, both sides from Lark Street east to #157 Chestnut Street (north side) & #162 Chestnut Street (south side). Lancaster Street, both sides from Lark Street to Willett Street. Lancaster Street, both sides from Lark Street east to #203 Lancaster Street (north side) & #200 Lancaster Street (south side). Jay Street, both sides from Lark Street east to #223 Jay Street [...]