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West End Full Moon Tour-This Sunday night!
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• Tuesday, September 29th, 2009

This Sunday night, October 4th- Discover the Secrets of the West End under October’s first full moon. This event is one of a kind and has limited space. First come, first served. The walking tour begins at 6:15 p.m. at Depot Park in Railroad Square, Santa Rosa.  Entire Tour will last about 3 hours- walking  portion about 2 hours. Hear the stories of the past and travel to a different time under the full moon of the West End. Immerse yourself in the aroma of freshly baking sour dough bread at the Franco-American Bakery on West 7th Street.

The tour includes a musical performance at  Stark’s Steakhouse. We will be taken back in time by the Fondettes who perform songs from the Andrew Sisters and other tunes from the 1940’s. Stark’s will be offering a special Happy Hour menu and a West End Full Moon Cocktail. You won’t want to miss this.

The West End where urbanism, preservation, art and people come together.

Click to buy West End Full Moon Tour Tickets

Tickets are $20.00 with a Full Moon Tee shirt. General Tickets are $10.00 without Full Moon Tee shirt.

Must order tshirts by Wednesday, September 30th. Tshirt comes in Black only. Mail preferred size, mens or ladies choice to moontour@sonic.net

Excellent Tshirt Design by Kernan Coleman, Ranch 7 Creative.

The West End Full Moon Tour T-Shirt

The West End Full Moon Tour T-Shirt

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Hand-Car Regatta a Unparalled Success!
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• Monday, September 28th, 2009

On Sunday September 27th, throngs of folks attended the 2nd Annual Dr. Erasmus P. Kitty’s Great West End & Railroad Square Regatta. The temperatures blazed over 100 degrees, but it didn’t put a damper on the festivities. It was a wondrous medley of hand car racing, costumes, music, food , Victorian sideshows and curiosities.

To Feast like Robber Barons

To Feast like Robber Barons

Kernan & Ty - Ty is actually smiling!

Kernan & Ty - Ty is actually smiling!

Lisa- Regatta Bar maid and new West End resident

Lisa- Regatta Bar maid and new West End resident

Regatta Gallery on the West End website Gallery Press Here!

For more 2009 photos check out Dr. Erasmus P. Kitty’s Great West End & Railroad Square Hand-Car Regatta website

Congratulations to everyone who contributed to the incredible event.

Next West End Event- The West End Full Moon Tour, Sunday October 4th- for more info Press here!

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Regatta Weekend
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• Friday, September 25th, 2009

The Regatta weekend kicked off this evening with the CHOPS Teen Club Regatta Gala. The CHOPS art car was unveiled and will compete this Sunday at the Regatta. The Hubbub Club played as Gala attendees enjoyed selected works from the CHOPS summer artist series. See Photos from Gala- Press here.

This Sunday, Dr. Erasmus P. Kitty’s Great West End & Railroad Square Hand-Car Regatta will take over in the historic heart of Santa Rosa. Hand-Built Railcar Races!

ADMISSION TO THE PUBLIC IS FREE!   A Splendid Celebration of Art, Science and Ingenuity, for the Delight and Edification of all who attend.  A Spectacle for both Young and Old!

The event has something for everyone…  Hand-Built Railcar Races- over 20 racing teams such as  Wonkatania ,  Hennepin Crawler and more!-  Live Music  by Baby Seal Club, Amber Lee & the Anomalies and more!  Astounding Attractions and Sideshow Curiosities to Enliven, to Edify, and to SHOCK captivated onlookers. Mechanical and Artistic Wonders.  www.HandCarRegatta.com for full details.

Amber Lee

Amber Lee

Become a Regatta VIP: The Regatta is pleased to announce the 2010 Robber Baron Pass. Get a curatorial tour of the art! Drink tokens galore! Special Racer Paddock Access! All this, plus Reserved Bleacher Seating and a chance to win an Electric Art Scooter.But more importantly, you’ll be supporting Santa Rosa’s most vibrant arts event. ($100)

$100 Robber Baron Pass

Buy your$100 Robber Baron Pass- Press the RB pass above!

Frolic then feast! BANDITS an assassination game presented by ANTIBOREDOM and The Secret Eating Society present… Your goal is to explore the amazing Hand Car Regatta while pursuing your fleeing targets and evading unknown assassins. Kill or be killed! And after, enjoy a lovely meal presented by Tyson “Dinner Bell” Ducker- Chef at Fisher Vineyards and a proud resident of the West End Neighborhood in Santa Rosa, CA. Tickets are limited ($20)

The Menu

Wild Bunch Punch of harvest-gleaned fruit

Hobo’s Delight -Rillette of Smoked Trout

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with Bacon Afloat,

Warm Pear and Jack Cheese Biscuits

Charred and Feathered Gleason Yard Birds

Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes with a Caboose of Sweet Corn Gravy

Hand Over Your Money Wilted Greens

Stolen From the Windowsill Apple Pie, Ginger Ice Cream

Pay to Play and Eat like a Robber Baron!

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West End & Railroad Square Events- This week
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• Wednesday, September 23rd, 2009

Friday, September 25th 7 to 9 p.m. at 99  Sixth Street-  09 Regatta Gala- You are invited to attend the Unveiling of the CHOP’s Handcar Regatta Art-Car. There will also be a Student film documentary premier and selected works from the CHOPS summer artist series. Art, Film, Drinks & Snacks. Costumes encouraged.

RSVP up to 4 guests | 707 479 5373   robin@stephanidesignstudio.com

CHOPS 09 Regatta Gala

CHOPS 09 Regatta Gala

Sunday, September 27th  11a.m. to 6 p.m. in Depot Park, in Historic Railroad Square- Dr. Erasmus P. Kitty’s Great West End and Railroad Square Hand-Car Regatta-  The event we have all been waiting for. Walk down to the Railroad Tracks and enjoy blazing parallel track action!

But Wait! There’s more than one way to enjoy  the Regatta:

Become a Regatta VIP: The Regatta is pleased to announce our 2010 Robber Baron Pass. Get a curatorial tour of the art! Drink tokens galore! Special Racer Paddock Access! All this, plus Reserved Bleacher Seating and a chance to win an Electric Art Scooter.But more importantly, you’ll be supporting Santa Rosa’s most vibrant arts event.

$100 Robber Baron Pass

$100 Robber Baron Pass

Purchase your Robber Barron Pass here!

BANDITS an assassination game presented by ANTIBOREDOM and The Secret Eating Society present…   Your goal is to explore the amazing Hand Car Regatta while pursuing your fleeing targets and evading unknown assassins.  Kill or be killed!  And after, enjoy a lovely meal. When BANDITS has run it’s course, Tyson “Dinner Bell” Ducker will serve up a couple more to complete the game with a square meal! Tyson is the Chef at Fisher Vineyards, a world traveler, has proof his baby’s been to Africa, and is a resident of the West End Neighborhood in Santa Rosa, CA.

Bandits- Assassination game during the Regatta

Bandits- Assassination game during the Regatta

For More Info and The Rules of the Game- press here!

Pay to Play and have a lovely meal- Press here!

Remember… it’s all within a short walk if you live in the West End.  Photos from last year’s Regatta

UffDa! Hand Car Regatta 08

UffDa! Hand Car Regatta 08

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Last Bocce Recap
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• Saturday, September 19th, 2009

The West End Summer bocce season officially ended last night. Lots of folks came out to spend one more pleasant evening in DeMeo Park. We have many people to thank: Our  sponsors and those of you who purchased West End “Boogie Night” tshirts- your contribution helped pay for over $1000 of  Bocce costs this year ( New bocce surface, new bocce ball set and lavatory for the summer).  Kernan Coleman for his excellent Tshirt design. Marc Richardson, City of Santa Rosa Rec and Parks, for working with us to help make our Bocce night a success.

The Official West End Bocce Group Photo 2009

The Official West End Bocce Group Photo 2009

Lost long board alert: Tait left his longboard at DeMeo Park last night ( Last Bocce night- Sept. 18th) and it is naturally gone   this morning. It is a nice one – wood with grip tape on top. On thebottom on the board there is a blue spitfire sticker with a surf/beach scene in yellow and orange. Also says Gravity on it. Mind putting the word out? Tait would love to get it back. Hopefully someone saw it and brought it home hoping to find the owner. Contact Tim Sarter [dumbob@earthlink.net]

Next Upcoming events are: The Great West End & Railroad Square Hand-Car Regatta September 27th and the West End Full Moon Tour October 4th.

For the West End website- Click here!

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West End This Week- Reminder
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• Wednesday, September 16th, 2009

Surf Movie Night Thursday, Sept, 17th at 7:30 p.m. new sound new time (7:30) new movie (just out) new band (chris lods and friends) ((possible kazoo championship)).new surf trivia contest new wetsuit giveaway new long board vineyards swag giveaway Feel free to pass along the invite – See you then, robin

Surf Movie Night Thursday, Sept, 17th at 7:30 p.m.

Surf Movie Night Thursday, Sept, 17th at 7:30 p.m.

September 18th ,Friday evening 6 p.m.- West End Summer Bocce at DeMeo Park. LAST NIGHT!!! Be there early. Official group photo will be taken under the tree at 6:15. Wear your West End Tshirts. “Bocce Nights” Tshirts ($15) are still available for purchase. Proceeds benefit the West End Neighborhood Association and the Great West End and Railroad Square Hand-Car Regatta. Enjoy a beautiful  summer evening at DeMeo Park with your neighbors and friends. Bring food and drink to share. Well behaved dogs are welcomed.

West End website for full calendar and info

A West End Tradition- Group Bocce Photo

A West End Tradition- Group Bocce Photo

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Additional Regatta Fun
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• Wednesday, September 16th, 2009

ANTIBOREDOM and The Secret Eating Society present… a spy game to happen during the Handcar Regatta. When only one player is left, we will gather to eat and celebrate the victor (and make everyone who didn’t get to play really, really jealous). When BANDITS has run it’s course, Tyson “Dinner Bell” Ducker will serve up a couple more to complete the game with a square meal! Tyson is the Chef at Fisher Vineyards, a world traveler, has proof his baby’s been to Africa, and is a resident of the West End Neighborhood in Santa Rosa, CA.

BANDITS- A spy game during the Regatta

BANDITS- A spy game during the Regatta

For more info- click here!

If you want to play- you have to pay. Click here!

More Great West End & Railroad Square Hand-Car Regatta info. Click here!

West End Neighbors can walk to this great event. More info on the West End- Click here!

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West End & Railroad Square Events This Week
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• Monday, September 14th, 2009

September 18th ,Friday evening 6 p.m.- West End Summer Bocce at DeMeo Park. LAST NIGHT!!! Be there early. Official group photo will be taken under the tree at 6:15.  Wear your West End Tshirts. “Bocce Nights” Tshirts ($15) are still available for purchase. Proceeds benefit the West End Neighborhood Association and the Great West End and Railroad Square Hand-Car Regatta. Enjoy beautiful summer evening at DeMeo Park with your neighbors and friends. Bring food and drink to share. Well behaved dogs are welcomed.

A West End Tradition- Group Bocce Photo

A West End Tradition- Group Bocce Photo

September 19th, Saturday morning 9:30 – 11 a.m.- Prince Memorial Greenway walk- Meet at Court House Square Ages 12- Adult. Stretch your legs on a 4-mile walk along Santa Rosa Creek with former City Council member Steve Rabinowitsh and the Sonoma County Stompers. Hear how citizens ignited the revival of Santa Rosa’s creeks and learn how the creeks have since improved. For more information visit sonomacountystompers.org or call 539-8083.

September 19th- all day. Kid Street 5th Annual Poker Run & BBQ. More info on Poker Run & BBQ

West End Neighborhood Bocce Photos

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Great West End & RR Square Hand-Car Regatta
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• Sunday, September 13th, 2009

It’s back! Yes, it is time!  Time for the Great West End & Railroad Square Handcar Regatta. Mark the date – September 27th – 11 AM to 6 PM

The Regatta is pleased to announce our 2010 Robber Baron Pass. Get a curatorial tour of the art! Drink tokens galore! Special Racer Paddock Access! All this, plus Reserved Bleacher Seating and a chance to win an Electric Art Scooter.

But more importantly, you’ll be supporting Santa Rosa’s most vibrant arts event   Purchase your Robber Baron Pass here!

$100 Robber Baron Pass

$100 Robber Baron Pass

Photos from last year’s event

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Surf Movie Night- Toad in the Hole
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• Wednesday, September 09th, 2009

new sound   new time (7:30) new movie (just out) new band (chris lods and friends) ((possible kazoo championship)).

new surf trivia contest new wetsuit giveaway     new long board vineyards swag giveaway      Feel free to pass along the invite – See you then, robin

Surf Movie Night Thursday, Sept, 17th at 7:30 p.m.

Surf Movie Night Thursday, Sept, 17th at 7:30 p.m.

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