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DeTurk Round Barn lifted, Lucy at Depot
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• Friday, May 28th, 2010
The DeTurk Round Barn was lifted this morning.

DeTurk Round Barn It is an amazing feat when you consider how long that barn has rested in the same place. The process was smooth and gentle on the barn. Great job by Montgomery Heavy Hauling and Structure Relocation and GCCI- The General Contractor over the entire project.  GCCI is a local Santa Rosa based,  family-run company. This morning, there were generations of the Gentry family on hand to see this memorable event. Thanks for taking such good care of our treasured barn!

DeTurk Round Barn Lifted 5-28-10

DeTurk Round Barn Lifted 5-28-10

More photos of the DeTurk Round Barn and Park- Click Here!

Lucy at the Depot- Lucy Van Pelt is now around town joining Charlie Brown, Snoopy “Joe Cool” and Woodstock!! This past weekend, 30 Lucy statues were painted by local Sonoma County artists. The event was open to the public to watch the artists work to create their vision of Lucy. The statues are now being placed around Santa Rosa and will be on display throughout the summer. Two of them are at the Visitor’s Center- Depot in Railroad Square. A map of statue locations will be inserted into the Press Democrat or can be picked up at the Visitor’s Center.

Lucy at the Visitor's Center

Lucy at the Visitor's Center

West End Wild Turkey? Spotted yesterday- it spend a little time in Railroad Square and then strolled down W. 6th Street. Guess everyone wants to live in the West End.

Turkey in the West End

Turkey in the West End

More West End talent and events  next week, all events now listed on calendar.

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DeTurk Update, Crime alert & Entertainment
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• Thursday, May 27th, 2010
By now, many of you have noticed the steel beams sticking out of the windows of the DeTurk Round Barn, this is in preparation of the barn being lifted. It will be an exciting step of the project and may happen on Friday. The sod will finally be placed in the dog park and work will continue on the barn while the dog park completes its “grow in”. Tentative Dog Park opening is July 15, 2010- but everything is subject to change due to varied circumstances.

Project Update- In progress or planned- Dog Park: a) Tree and sod placement, b) Painting of fence c) Irrigation testing d) Benches and Final concrete work. Round Barn:  a) Shoring and cribbing for barn lift b) Barn lift c) Soil Removal d) Prep for concrete slab & infrastructure.  Off-Site Improvements: a) Start work on sidewalk etc. at Donahue/W. 8th.

Shoring & cribbing on 5-27 for Barn lift

Shoring & cribbing on 5-27 for Barn lift

Crime Alert-Bike stolen: Wednesday night (May 19th) one of our nice road bikes — a brown and white Jamis Aurora — was taken from behind our house at 120 9th St. Also happened at around 2AM. I called the police and they drove around the neighborhood a few minutes later with no luck.  Russ Scarola

Jamis Aurora Copper

Jamis Aurora Copper

West End Events & Happenings:

West End Summer Bocce- Every Friday at 6 p.m. at DeMeo Park.  Join your friends and neighbors at beautiful DeMeo Park.  Bring food and drinks to share.  The West End Neighborhood Association has secured a permit for alcohol and a lavatory for Friday night Bocce season. (Thanks to everyone who paid their dues!) This is an all age, dog friendly event. To keep the event enjoyable and comfortable for all- please remember to observe Park rules: No glass, dogs on leashes.  Wear layers for chilly nights.

May 28th, Friday night is the premier of Rent at the 6th Street Playhouse. Enjoy the wonderful amenity of live performances right in the neighborhood. For info Click here!

May 30th, Sunday St. Peterbilt – Sonoma County’s finest double clutchin’, scale jumpin’, mile makin’, tailgaitin’, possum squashin’, cop dodgin’, pinballin’, jackknifen’, gear bustin’ sort of a band will play at Russian River Brewing Co. West End Musician Justin Barr plays lead guitar. St. Peterbilt Russian River Brewing Co.

St. Peterbilt

St. Peterbilt

Support the West End Neighborhood Association. Pay your yearly dues ($10 suggested, but any amount appreciated) by Pay Pal on the West End Neighborhood website. Click Here!

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DeTurk Park, Rezoing info, Crime alert
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• Monday, May 24th, 2010

The project continues to progress at DeTurk Round Barn & Park-   The existing Dog Park will be scaled down to allow work on the Round Barn.   The Barn will actually be raised in the near future.

Project Highlights: Dog  Park A) Finalize fencing/painting B) Irrigation C) Lay sod D) Site Furnishings E)  Grow in period (4-6 weeks) Dog Park opening tentatively set for the week of July 15th. Round Barn: A) Lead abatement B) Basic Demolition C) Pad Prep for shoring   Off-site improvements: A) Start work on sidewalk etc. at Donahue/W 8th.  See the entire site plan  DeTurk Revised Site plan with ADA stall

The exisiting Dog Park be reduced for Barn construction

The exisiting Dog Park be reduced for Barn construction

Crime Alert: There was an attempted break-in at 709 Davis Street- the Kid Street Learning Center building. It was last week around 2am. One of the neighbors heard a loud crash when they looked outside they saw 2 guys and a girl in the middle of the street. The police were called and a report was taken. They broke the window to the basement. Thankfully the windows are double pane and the 2nd portion wasn’t broke. I’m hopeful that the loud noise is what scared them off.    Sheila Accornero   Kid Street Learning Center

Rezoning and Notice of Public Hearing questions: Many folks have had questions about the Notice of Public Hearing they received from the City of Santa Rosa. The Notice, which was mailed to 2000 individuals, was a little vague so if you have questions please contact Jessica Jones.  She has been doing a terrific job explaining to people what precisely is being proposed and how it impacts their property.  Her contact info is jjones@srcity.org or 707-543-3410.

The West End Neighborhood where urbanism, preservation, art and people come together! For the full calendar, the latest updates and photos- go the West End Neighborhood website Click Here!

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West End, Railroad Square, Downtown Events
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• Saturday, May 22nd, 2010

Lots of fun things to do this summer- Mark these on your calendar!

West End & Railroad Square events:

May 28th- June 27th- Rent- at 6th Street Playhouse RENT an American musical that tells the story of a group of impoverished young artists and musicians struggling to survive and create in New York’s Lower East Side. The phenomenon of RENT has been compared to the musical HAIR when it first appeared on Broadway in 1968. 6th Street Playhouse

June 5th 1- 4 p.m. Summer Open House at CHOP’s Calling all Teens, Friends and their families to check out all the cool summer programs. Free BBQ, See flyer for more info or CHOP’S

Chop's Summer Open House flyer 6-5-10

Chop's Summer Open House flyer 6-5-10

The First Friday of June, July, August & September 6pm to 9pm- Summer Nights in Railroad Square (4th Street between Davis and Wilson) A summer long celebration of food, friends and frivolity. Summer Nights in Railroad Square

Downtown Events:

May 26th- Sept 1st-  Wednesdays  5-8pm Santa Rosa Downtown Market Every Wednesday night the Downtown Market brings the community together to celebrate and showcase the bounty of Sonoma County by offering fine foods, fresh produce, a variety of entertainment, and handmade arts and crafts. Located in Downtown Santa Rosa on Fourth Street from Mendocino Ave to E Street. srdowntownmarket.com

May 26 Water Smart Expo at Downtown Market A great way to end Water Awareness Month and kick off the Downtown Market for 2010. The Expo will provide an opportunity for you to meet with representatives from local businesses, talk with employees from both City and County agencies and enter a raffle to win awesome prizes. Bring the kids- their will be plenty of fun activites to keep them busy too! Visit: srcity.org/wc for more info!

The West End Neighborhood where urbanism, preservation, art and people come together! For the full calendar, the latest updates and photos- go the West End Neighborhood website Click Here!

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Surf Movie Night and the Deluxe Buckets
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• Thursday, May 20th, 2010

West End Summer Bocce Season- every Friday night 6 p.m. at DeMeo Park. Meet your friends and neighbors for food, frolic and flaming hot bocce.  Bring food and drink to share. All age and dog friendly event. Dress in layers for chilly evenings. Remember park rules: No glass and dogs on leash.

Opening Night at West End Summer Bocce

Opening Night at West End Summer Bocce

May 20th, Thursday at 7 p.m.  Surf movie night with a twist- music after the movie from the West End’s very own “Deluxe Buckets“. Kelly Cowan will be hosting the movie as always and then strapping it on (his bass) to entertain us with some music…..promises to be a fun night. Deluxe Buckets are the latest enjoyable quartet about town! Such style & verve has finally arrived! Kelly “KC” Cowan, Dan “Detroit” Murphy, “Sexy” Dan Krause, Cliff “eekins” Hill. Location: Toad in the Hole 116 Fifth Street in Railroad Square.

The Deluxe Buckets

The Deluxe Buckets

See videos of West End’s talented performers such as the Deluxe Buckets, Miss Kitty and the Big Dogs,  Baby Seal Club  and other West End related events at 2srwestendfan’s YouTube channel Click Here!

Are you a West End performer, artist or other talented individual? Invite the neighborhood!  Email your performance dates and events to Lea Barron-Thomas at westend@sonic.net . We want to support you.

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News in Railroad Square
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• Tuesday, May 18th, 2010

Sunday May 23rd at dusk- Bike-in Movie in Railroad Square near Toad In the Hole featuring the bikey classic – “E.T.” No-host beer bar, popcorn, candy, OUTDOOR SCREENING. Wear layers. Free valet bike parking! Suggested donation: $8-$15 per person. Bring the whole family (give the kids a nap in the afternoon). So. Co. Bicycle Coalition

New to You Shop gets a  Face lift- The Assistance League of Sonoma County is renovating their building. The forbidding bars have been removed, the exterior and tile roof has been painted. The corner of Adams and W. 6th Street has a new, fresh look compliments of Kelly Moore Paint and Redwood Empire Painting & Decorating Contractors of America. Future improvements to doors & windows are planned. The Assistance League provides many kind and wonderful services. They also support this neighborhood in many ways. They sponsor the W. E. Neighborhood and provide a room for our meetings and they have a great shop. For more info on the Assistance League of Sonoma County- Click here!

New to You BEFORE

New to You BEFORE

A refresh and revived New to You AFTER

A refresh and revived New to You AFTER

Clock & Farmer’s Market- Railroad Square will be installing a street clock at 4th & Wilson. The dual clock heads will face east and west. There is also talk of the S. R. Farmer’s Market eyeing RRSQ or perhaps an improved area on the SMART site as a potential new home. It’s just talk at this time, but wouldn’t that be great? Railroad Square Historic District

SMART -See a presentation of evolving design concepts for SMART’s rail stations. Smart Station Presentation You can also sign up for email updates.

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Weekend Recap- Bocce, Amgen Etc.
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• Tuesday, May 18th, 2010

This weekend kicked off the busy Summer season, although it didn’t always feel very warm or dry.

West End Summer Bocce’s Opening night was a reunion of neighbors and an introduction to new friends. Todd Barricklow’s Taco Bike- his newest moving artwork (with an extremely useful twist) was a huge hit. For photos from the 2010 Bocce season- click here!

Todd's amazing Taco Bike

Todd's amazing Taco Bike

The 116th Luther Burbank Rose Parade was  well attended. It been a great year for roses- thanks to all neighbors who shared their blooms. Congratulations are in order- Klank-Boom-Clank won an award for the Self Propelled Group and also the Sweepstakes Award for Best Unit in Parade.

DeTurk Round Barn Park‘s construction project did not hamper the Sunday Pug Play date.  A plentiful pack of pugs showed up- with a few poodles and bichons mixed in. For photos from the DeTurk Dog Park- click here!

AMGEN Tour of CA 2010- It still rained this year, even though it was May but  fans showed up to cheer on the cyclists. Many West Enders were on hand to witness the cyclists  scream down Wilson Street- through the heart of the West End and Railroad Square. Click here! ( Thanks to City Councilmember Gary Wysocky for his leadership in keeping the race on Wilson Street.)  In spite of the rain, the Baby Seal Club gave a terrific performance and a few of their die hard fans braved the rain to see them in action. To see them in action Click Here!

Leader of the pack

Leader of the pack

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A Call for Roses!
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• Friday, May 14th, 2010

West End gardeners-

The Hennepin Crawler/Krank-Boom-Clank will appear in the Luther Burbank Parade on Saturday and they need lots of ROSES for decoration. Scour your yard, give what you can- bring them to Bocce tonight. For more info on Krank-Boom-Clank- a kinetic industrial arts collective including West End regulars- David Farish, Skye Barnett, & Clifford Hill CLICK HERE!

Hennepin Crawler ready for decorating

Hennepin Crawler ready for decorating

Rumor has it that both the Hennepin Crawler and Todd Barricklow’s Two Penny Bicycle may make it to Bocce tonight.

If you have lots of roses to give but can’t make it to Bocce- email and we will pick them up from your porch tonight.  Email Lea Barron-Thomas   westend@sonic.net

Dr. Deborah Crippon mows DeMeo Park

Dr. Deborah Crippen mows DeMeo Park

Has City of Santa Rosa Rec & Park Department hired new gardeners? No! That’s the West End’s own master gardener Dr. Deborah Crippen taking time from her busy Vet (Lakeside Pet Hospital) practice to prepare DeMeo Park for Bocce Night. You’re awesome, Deb!  Allen Thomas ( Thomas & Co. Consulting) has spent much of the day grooming the courts and will probably be too tired to make it to bocce! Thank you, Allen! Both of these folks are West End Neighborhood Association sponsors. We’d like to thank all our sponsors for supporting this neighborhood.

The West End Neighborhood where urbanism, preservation, art and people come together! For the full calendar, the latest updates and photos- go the West End Neighborhood website Click Here!

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Weather- Bocce, Parades & AMGEN
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• Thursday, May 13th, 2010

Tomorrow night promises to be delightful reunion of neighbors and friends at Bocce… dress in layers- it might be a little chilly. Saturday’s Luther Burbank Parade should be lovely. Weather predictions state that there might be rain on Monday for the AMGEN and downtown festivals- let’s hope they’re wrong.

This Friday night- May 14th at 6 p.m.- West End Summer Bocce‘s opening night. DeMeo Park awaits.  Neighbors have spent time prepping the courts and spreading new trail bark in the social area. Time to get together and socialize, play bocce and savor shared treats. See you there!

Kernan, Allen and camera-shy Kim (by Bocce Court) spread bark

Kernan, Allen and camera-shy Kim (by Bocce Court) spread bark

May 15th Saturday 10am- 116th Annual Luther Burbank Rose Parade: This is a classic Santa Rosa event, wholesome goodness within minutes of your front door. As an added bonus, a West End favorite, Krank-Boom-Clank, creators of the World Famous Hennepin Crawler is scheduled to appear at the parade. For more info on Krank-Boom-Clank, a kinetic industrial arts collective, including David Farish, Skye Barnett, & Clifford Hill- Click Here!

May 17, Monday AMGEN Tour of California Stage Two Finish info- click here! Grab your rain gear and watch the riders as they scream down Wilson Street. Special events and festivals abound. The band Baby Seal Club will on the Santa Rosa Festival stage (3rd Street between D & E) from 12:00- 2:30pm.

Baby Seal Club at Amgen 2010

Baby Seal Club at Amgen 2010

May 17th, Monday  9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cannondale Demo Day & BBQ-  Get out and ride a 2010 Cannondale Demo Bike and enjoy a BBQ before heading over to Santa Rosa for the finish of the second stage of the Tour of California. Details:  a limited number of bikes available for a 25 mile “spin” out Valley Ford-Roblar, Call now to  reserve a 2010 Cannondale Demo bike.  Monday May 17th show up at 9am, ride at 10am. Back by noon for BBQ. Helmets and pedals a must!  Sponsored by The Hub Cyclery, 7885 Old Redwood Hwy, Cotati, CA 94931  (707) 795-6670  Your own bike welcome too…

Cannondale Demo Ride by Special Invitation

Cannondale Demo Ride by Special Invitation

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West End Bocce Season Opens This Friday!
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• Tuesday, May 11th, 2010

May 14th, Friday evening at 6 p.m.  West End Summer Bocce. It’s finally here! Join your friends and neighbors at beautiful DeMeo Park. Bring food and drinks to share. The West End Neighborhood Association has secured a permit for alcohol and a lavatory for Friday night Bocce season. (Thanks to everyone who paid their dues!) This is an all age, dog friendly event. To keep the event enjoyable and comfortable for all- please remember to observe Park rules: No glass, dogs on leashes. Photos from last year- Click Here!

Don't forget you Bocce Hat!

Don't forget your Bocce Hat!

Bocce Nights at DeMeo Park

Bocce Nights at DeMeo Park

Show your West End Garden pride, our neighborhood is known for our fruit trees, edible landscaping and lovely vegetable gardens. Come prepared to sign up your garden project with the 350 Garden Challenge. Sign up sheets will be available at Bocce or sign up yourself at   www.igrowsonoma.org/gardens/register Registered Gardens will be photographed for the West End Neighborhood photo gallery. Click here!

May 12th  Wednesday 7 p.m. -  MISS KITTY & THE BIG DOGS Great musicians playing jump/blues swing. They had them dancing on the sidewalk. West End musician Tim Sarter on bass. All age show. Watch them in action- click here! Location:  Cafe Azul 521 4th Street Downtown Santa Rosa

May 16th, Sunday 3 p.m.- Pug Play Day at DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park. Watch masses of playful pugs cavorting around. Other friendly dogs and breeds are invited to attend. Join the Pug Play Day mailing list for lots of interesting information including Pug adoption/rescue opportunities. Lisa Howard lhoward@sonic.net

The New Horizons Band Spring Concert- a concert band composed solely of musicians age 50 or older, playing woodwinds, brass, and percussion instruments gave their Spring Concert on May 7th. West End musician Joan Woodull plays tenor sax. See them in action- Click here! Very impressive!

Are you a West End performer, artist or other talented individual? Don’t be shy! Share your performance dates and events with the neighborhood. We want to support you. Contact Lea Barron-Thomas at westend@sonic.net

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