Lily Pad Back in Business

Sort of. The Lily Pad, the venue which occupies the space in Inman Square that was home to the Zeitgeist received a cease and desist order from the city of Cambridge last Friday. They cancelled their weekend events and mounted a campaign to open their doors again. On their website and myspace they pleaded with those who support the venue to let the city licensing board their opinion. The board granted a hearing to the Lily Pad, which has been scheduled for September 12. At that time they were granted permission to operate in a reduced capacity, with the ability to purchase individual day licenses to hold larger public events. Wednesday they had a follow up with the board and are now permitted to purchase weekly entertainment licenses. This means that the regular schedule of events (including the b for brontosaurus show on Sunday) will take place – but the Lily Pad is still living on the edge. Throw your support to the Lily Pad and experimental venues through letters and money – check their site for details.