Archive for ◊ March, 2011 ◊

• Thursday, March 31st, 2011

Talent, creativity and ingenuity- West Enders have it in spades. We are also a short walk away to excellent venues for music, theater and art. Highlights for April:

April 2^nd. Gabby La La at Aubergine’s After Dark ~ EAT THE ART ~ A Cornucopia of Live Music, Live Comedy, Paintings, Puppets & Mixed Media. Paintings, puppets, & mixed media art displays by local artists Featuring live musical performances by… GABBY LA LA , THE CRUX and more. Film premiere of Eat The Fish Presents “Go Get Your Gun”, Special screening of the new Gabby La La music video. Gabby La La band members are Gabby La La, Zachary Morris, Ananta De Tally (West End Artist and performer! ) and Josh Fossgreen. $10 cover 18+ Location: Aubergine After Dark 755 Petaluma Avenue Time: Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

April 6^th,Wednesday - 95.9 The KRUSH & A North Bay Hootenanny production… present The Pick-Me-Up Music Revue with Thee Hobo Gobbelins, Amber Lee (West End Artist), Little Lost Boys & Jughead (folk) cost is $5 • ALL AGES Location: The Last Day Saloon Time: 7:00 PM door • 7:30 PM show

April 17^th ShopParty is a collective of artists, crafters and creative minds. Art and merchandise for sale from local artists such West End’s William Smith and Mica Jennings. Also great music and food! $2 Entry Location: The Arlene Francis Center 99 6th Street Time: 12- 6 p.m. Facebook

Shop Party

Saturday, April 23 · 7:00pm – 11:30pm Lost, Stolen and Strayed. A great night of music and art- an album release show for Brian Fitzpatrick’s new album, “Lost, Stolen, & Strayed” with Emily Jane White plus Art by William Smith (West End Artist) and Jon Lohne. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door. All ages. Tickets are limited to 150 and this show will sell out, so get your tickets now available through Brown Paper Tickets: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/168104 and through the Last Record Store in Santa Rosa. Location: The Feed Barn 55 Middle Rincon Time: Doors @ 7, Show @ 8

Artists updates:

Tim Sarter: I’ve opened a new play- Stand By Your Man the story of Tammy Wynette with Heritage Music Theater. It’s running from last weekend through April 17th at the Cinnabar in Petaluma. It has the same basic band as Lost Highway – Me, Jim Peterson, Dave Zirbel and Chris Rovetti. What’s more both Chiara and Fiona (daughters) are in it with me! The entire run sold out in one day, but there a still some tix available for the extended, closing weekend of April 15th. Read Show Review Also from HMT- We are also remounting Woody Guthrie’s American Songs for two nights (after a sold out run at Cinnabar) at what used to be the Rep theater (now HMTs new home) in Sebastapol on April 30th and May 1st. For more info go to: Heritage Music Theater

Production photos by Eric Chazankin for "Stand By Your Man: The Tammy Wynette Story"

Gene Wright: Gene is currently in rehearsals for the SRJC’s Production of ” Jesus Christ Superstar- The last 7 days in the life of Jesus of Nazareth”. The extraordinary rock opera that forever changed the world of musical theatre and includes chart-topping hits like “Superstar” and “I Don’t Know How to Love Him.” Shows at the SRJC’s Burbank Auditorium April 29, 30, May 4, 5, 6, 7 at 8:00 PM April 30, May 1, 7, 8 at 2:00 PM. For tickets of info- call the Box Office at 527-4343 or SRJC Theater Arts

Jesus Christ Superstar

Choklit Chanteuse/Baby Seal Club- There’s alot going on with the Baby Seal club. They are working on their much anticipated, debut album and they’ve also got several video projects in production. For the full scoop on the Baby Seal Club check out Facebook or Baby Seal Club

The Baby Seal Club

Skye Barnett/The Feed Barn- Press Democrat story about David Farish, Joey Castor and Skye Barnett and their new studio they call The Feed Barn.

Skye Barnett

Artistic Kid? It’s time to let the Children Perform for us. ALL ACTS WELCOME!! Ages 0-12. Please register by contacting Jacquie Smith at jacquelinedl@earthink.net Date: Sunday, May 22 Location: TBD (local park- most likely) Time: 3:00pm – 6:00pm

6th Street Playhouse-

April 15^th- May 15^th- Cabaret

April 15, 16, 22, 23^rd- Theatresports Invitational Improv

April 29^th, 30^th, May 6, 7, 13,14,15 One-Act Plays by Great American Writers 6th Street Playhouse presents a collection of one act plays in the Studio, including Your Mother’s Butt by Allan Ball; Ties That Bind Featuring the Astounding Krispinsky by Eric Coble; Sure Thing and Variations on the Death of Trosky by David Ives; and The Actor’s Nightmare by Christopher Durang. Directed by Robin Miller. Fri & Sat at 8:00; Sun at 2:00 General $25 Senior (62+) $20 Youth (13-21) $20

For a full listing of entertainment, events and other dates- click here!

Artist and Performers : 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

Category: Entertainment, West End Artists & Performers | Tags: 6th Street Playhouse, Amber Lee Baker, Ananta De Tally, arts District, Baby Seal Club, David Farish, Heritage Music Theater, Last Day Saloon, Mica Jennings, ShopParty, The North Bay Hootenanny, Tim Sarter, West End, West End Arts and Theater District, West End neighborhood, William Smith Killing Time Studios | Comments off

end of March

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Tuesday, March 29th, 2011

It’s called “The Sun” and it’s finally out. Hooray! Go out this week and stay dry… what a concept.

West End Summer Bocce – Opening date announced- It’s finally here. Opening night is on Friday, May 20th at 6 p.m.

West End Summer Bocce is coming soon!

Did you lose a kitten? Hi- I live on Pierson street and a tuxedo kitty wandered onto my back deck last night. He’s about 2-3 months old, very sleek with short black hair, a white chest and stomach and white sox on all four feet. Purrs all the time, very aggressive for petting. I hope the owner can reclaim him soon. Terrie 415 794 9139 (yes I know it’s an SF area code but I’m in Santa Rosa)

Roaming Pit bulls FYI- Just wanted to let you/neighborhood know there were two pit bulls on the loose Sunday morning (March 27th) on W. 7th (approx. 8-8:30a.m.). One was brown and one was brindled. They attacked one of our cats on my mom’s porch and would have torn her apart if my husband had not gone out to chase them away. They seemed a bit aggressive. When Josh chased them away, they headed off towards Trowbridge and then west. We called animal control, but I doubt they were able to find them. I’m guessing they went back home.

Event and Happenings Highlights-

March 30th, Wednesday – The Pick Me Up Music Revue featuring local artists The Courtney Janes, Juan Boulder, Heather Van Cleve & Tessa Rissacher .

JUAN BOULDER is an acoustic string band that plays a mix of old-timey, bluegrass and folk-rock. Band members are: Karen Frindell-Teuscher: banjo, vocals; Kevin Teuscher: bass, vocals Preston Booker: guitar, vocals; Brian Carlisle: fiddle; Bob Murnane: mandolin. (Yes! That’s Bob Murnane West End Business owner) Folk music. $5 21 yrs +. Location: Last Day Saloon Time: 7 p.m. door, 7:30 show. The Last Day Saloon is a West End Neighborhood Association sponsor. Murnane Floors is a West End Neighborhood Association sponsor.Thank-you for supporting our neighborhood.

Juan Boulder

March 31st, Thursday- Wine Down Thirsty Thursdays with Foodie Truck Relax mid week with a glass of wine, a cigar and a bit of “street food”. D’Argenzio Winery presents Wine Down Thirsty Thursdays every Thursday night. Facebook. Location: Santa Rosa Vintner’s Square (An Urban Winery Village) 1301-1305 Cleveland Ave. On Corner of Cleveland Ave and Ridgway, 2 blocks north of College ave. 1/2 mile north of Old Railroad Square district Time: 4- 8 p.m. D’Argenzio Fine Wines is a West End Neighborhood Association sponsor. Thank-you for supporting our neighborhood.

April 2^nd- First Saturday Clean up Help take care of restored Santa Rosa Creek flowing through the heart of downtown on the first Saturday of every month. The Greenway provides a home for river otter, kingfishers, egrets, and steelhead trout as well as parks, public art, and recreation along the six mile creek trail. Work and then have pizza afterward. Please bring utensils so we may keep our trash impact low. Contribution to lunch, desserts, fruit and appetizers are always welcome. Location: Meet at Olive Park Time: 10 a.m. First Saturday Cleanup

Ananta- West End Artist. Fiddler, Hula-Hooper

Gabby La La at Aubergine After Dark

Downtown:

April 2nd, Saturday The 3rd annual Japenese Art Festival. Japanese themed art, food and performance art will be donating a percentage of art sales and bake sale proceeds to recover efforts in Japan. Free. Location: South of A Art District, Near Julliard Park Time: 1 p.m.- 4 p.m.

Japanese Art Festival

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

Category: Animals, Lost Pet, Clean-up, Entertainment, Events | Tags: Ananta De Tally, Animals & Lost Pet, arts District, Bob Murnane, Bocce, D'Argenzio Winery, Juan Boulder, Last Day Saloon, Lea Barron-Thomas, Murnane Floors, Railroad Square, Santa Rosa, West End, West End neighborhood | Comments off

Late March News

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Tuesday, March 22nd, 2011

It was a stormy night. For those of you who don’t know, W. 7th St. suffered damage from the storm on Saturday night, March 19th. A large tree blew down causing damage to a power pole, several cars and taking out power. Several neighbors and Franco American had no power on Sunday. It was the first time in the bakery’s long history that they were unable to bake bread on schedule. In spite of connecting to a generator, Franco American customers did not get their Monday delivery. The jury is still out on whether March came in like a lion AND out like a lamb.

Storm Damage in West End

West End Storm Damage 2

Generator at Franco American

Stark’s- Specialty Cocktails with a Neighborhood feel. West End neighbors frequent Stark’s for food, drink and socializing. It’s almost like our own version of “Cheers” (in an upscale way). Did you know that one of Stark’s Specialty cocktails was inpired by one of our own neighbors? Yes, “The Drake is Good” as in Upper W. E.’s Dave Drake. Just like Dave- deceptively simple, endlessly complicated and not topless! Stark’s is a West End Neighborhood Association sponsor. Thank-you for supporting our neighborhood.

The Drake is Good

First Musical Performance in DeTurk Round Barn- The Spring West End meeting featured West End artist Ken Risling and his daughter Oona Risling-Sholl singing Ken’s award-winning song. It was an awesome performance and the barn’s accoustics are amazing. See it here Shameless Love

Oona & Ken

Chop’s Teen Center in the News- Chop’s provides teens with fun activities in a safe environment. In addition to dancing, music, art, computers and sports, Chop’s also offers culinary classes such as Barista Basics. This is a class that teaches marketable life skills. To find out more about Chops check out their website.

Upper West End Chicken missing- Anyone finding a gray/black chicken please contact Kate ksholl@sonic.net

Spring Gardening/ Need tools?- The Santa Rosa Tool Library provides hand and power tools for home repair, landscaping, and automotive work, free of charge. There is only an overdue fee if a tool is returned past the due date. Just like borrowing a book from your public library. Santa Rosa Tool Library closed for relocation March 12^th- April 3^rd. Opening Day Monday April 4^th at 642 5th Street in Downtown Santa Rosa (707) 576-0590 www.borrowtools.org

Folk music every Wednesday night at Last Day Saloon. Wine, music and Foodie trucks in a dog-friendly urban winery every Thursday at D’Argenzio Winery. This week’s offering:

March 23rd, Wednesday – The Pick Me Up Music Revue featuring local artists Mr. December. Folk music. $5 21 yrs +. Location: Last Day Saloon Time: 7 p.m. door, 7:30 show. The Last Day Saloon is a West End Neighborhood Association sponsor. Thank-you for supporting our neighborhood.

March 24th, Thursday- Wine Down Thirsty Thursdays with Foodie Truck Relax mid week with a glass of wine, a cigar and a bit of “street food”. This week : Old world accordion and mandolin music. D’Argenzio Winery presents Wine Down Thirsty Thursdays every Thursday night. Facebook. Location: Santa Rosa Vintner’s Square (An Urban Winery Village) 1301-1305 Cleveland Ave. On Corner of Cleveland Ave and Ridgway, 2 blocks north of College ave. 1/2 mile north of Old Railroad Square district Time: 4- 8 p.m. D’Argenzio Fine Wines is a West End Neighborhood Association sponsor. Thank-you for supporting our neighborhood.

The West End Neighborhood calendar features events, theater, music, meetings and other items that you might find of interest. To find a complete listing of everything in one place, check out the calendar.

Announcement Guidelines: The West End Neighborhood Association website is a tool that gives out information that is West End related or of West End interest. Announcements are subject to our West End Neighborhood Association guidelines. Do you have a West End or Railroad Square related announcement? Announcements can be emailed to Lea Barron-Thomas at westend@sonic.net

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West End recap for March 17th

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Friday, March 18th, 2011

Thursday was an amazing day in the West End. The re-dedication to Maverick at DeTurk Round Barn Park, the Grand Opening of the DeTurk Round Barn and the Spring West End Meeting all in one day! Meanwhile, the weather went from overcast, to sprinkles, to heavy rain to sun- interesting but maddening to event planners. Here’s an overview of the day:

DeTurk Round Barn’s Dog Park was re-dedicated to fallen K-9 Maverick. Shirlee Zane, a well known dog lover and our So. Co. Supervisor, spoke and presented a resolution honoring the Maverick Dog Park and the West End Neighborhood Association. As tradition dictates, “Amazing Grace” on the bagpipes played as many neighbors, law enforcement officers and K9s took a moment to silently acknowledge the loss of a great K-9 and dog. Maverick’s Partner/Handler/Trainer Officer T. J. Van Bebber, accompanied by his family unveiled the plaque. Bob, Larry and Lou Bertolini of Western Farm Center handed out goodies for all the dogs.

Bob, Larry & Lou Bertolini

Photos of Maverick’s Plaque Re-dedication

Grand Opening of DeTurk Round Barn. A long awaited moment in time finally arrived, the official public debut of the amazing DeTurk Round Barn. It was a proud moment and the DeTurk Round Barn will finally be known to one and all as one of the most incredible buildings in Sonoma County.

An enthusiastic crowd at the grand opening

Grand Opening Photos

Press Demo Round Barn Photos

Press Demo Article

The West End Neighborhood Association Spring Meeting was held, for the first time, in the DeTurk Round Barn. It was a great meeting. Along with our standard of each neighbor introducing themselves, the City of Santa Rosa City Manager Kathy Millard also made the acquaintance of our residents. We had updates about the progress of West End Charter School and The Great West End & Railroad Square Handcar Regatta. Afterwards, we all gathered for a group photo.

The West End's Spring Meeting was at DeTurk Round Barn

Meeting Photos in W. E. Meetings and Cleanups Gallery

Buy your tickets to the Regatta now! This year’s Regatta is scheduled for September 25th, (last Sunday in Sept.). The Regatta is celebration created by many creative minds and hours of volunteer labor. To support this great event, there will be a small entrance charge (worth every penny!). Tickets go on sale at Brown Paper Tickets on Sunday, March 20th. Buy Tickets Use the password, “historicwestend” to get a special West End Resident price. Everything is still in the planning stages, things can and do change so sign up for info and updates for the Great West End and Railroad Square Handcar Regatta.

West End Charter School needs signatures for a petition and folks willing to put in the work to create an amazing, unique school. We’ve got to put in the effort to make this school happen. Contact Tory Paul to get involved.

Announcement Guidelines: The West End Neighborhood Association website is a tool that gives out information that is West End related or of West End interest. Announcements are subject to our West End Neighborhood Association guidelines. Do you have a West End or Railroad Square related announcement? Announcements can be emailed to Lea Barron-Thomas at westend@sonic.net

March 17th Events- don’t miss!

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Wednesday, March 16th, 2011

Thursday, March 17th will be an exciting day in the West End Neighborhood. If you have the chance come to one or all three events planned. Please note that Donahue St. will be closed from 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

3 p.m.- DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park- The Re-Dedication of the Maverick Plaque, first So. Co. Sheriff K9 who died in the line of duty.

Maverick Invitation March 17, 2011 at 3 p.m. at DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park

3:30 p.m.- DeTurk Round Barn Grand Opening The City of Santa Rosa will hold a ribbon cutting to celebrate the Barn’s Grand Opening. Refreshments served.

Deturk Round Barn Opening March 17th at 3:30 p.m.

7 p.m.- The West End Neighborhood Association Meeting at DeTurk Round Barn. Our first meeting of the year will be held inside the newly renovated DeTurk Round Barn. Time to meet up with your neighbors, meet new folks, hear updates and check out the spectacular interior of the DeTurk Round Barn.

See photos of the DeTurk Round Barn through the years- Click Here!

City Workers celebrate Floyd's Retirement in front of the barn

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

Category: Events, Miscellany, Neighbor News, Preservation & Historic sites, Public Meetings | Tags: Animals & Lost Pet, DeTurk Round Barn, Dog friendly neighborhood, Dog Park, downtown santa rosa, Round Barn, Santa Rosa, Santa Rosa Landmark, Sonoma County K9 Maverick, West End, West End neighborhood, West End Neighborhood Association Spring Meeting | Comments off

West End March mid-month events

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Tuesday, March 15th, 2011

Rain Again? Geez! Let’s hope the weather gives us a break for the events on March 17th! Please note that Donahue Street will be closed from 2 p.m. to approx. 6 p.m. on Thursday the 17th for the DeTurk Round Barn Events Parking.

West End and Railroad Square:

March 17th, Thursday- Big Day in the West End!

3 p.m. Re-dedication of K9 Maverick’s Plaque at DeTurk Dog Park

3:30 p.m. Grand Opening of the DeTurk Round Barn

7 p.m. West End Neighborhood Association Spring Meeting

The DeTurk Round Barn

The Barn at night

March 18th, Friday- The Deluxe Buckets Farewell Show. Say it’s not so… but alas it is. The Buckets will dazzle us for the last time. Be there! Location: Toad in the Hole Time: 9 p.m.

Dashing, Debonair Deluxe Buckets

March 20th, Sunday- Pugs Play Day at DeTurk Round Barn Park. Perky Pugs parade around the park. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park 819 Donahue St. Time: 3 p.m.

Other:

March 16th, Wednesday- S. R. Neighbors Summit: Strengthening Neighborhoods and Communities. A city wide meeting and conversation. Location: Finley Community Center, Cypres Room 2060 W. College Ave Time: 7-8:30 p.m. (See Flyer below)

S. R. Neighbors Summit- Strengthening Neighborhoods and Communities Flyer

Category: Development & projects, Entertainment, Events, Neighbor News, Preservation & Historic sites, Public Meetings | Tags: DeTurk Round Barn, Dog friendly neighborhood, Dog Park, downtown santa rosa, pugs, Railroad Square, Round Barn, Santa Rosa, Santa Rosa Landmark, West End, West End neighborhood | Comments off

West End Artists

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Tuesday, March 15th, 2011

The West End is home to many creative artists and performers. We are also in the midst of some of the best venues for Live Theater and music. Lucky us!

West End artist William Smith is a featured artist for the Imagery Winery Artist Label Series. The winery will be releasing their WOW OUI! wine with his label. The Artist Label Series wine and merchandise is only sold in their tasting room and their website. The labels in the artist series change every year so when the run sells out that’s it for that label. The artwork is now part of the collection of the winery but it will be on display for the next month or so. Wil will be at the winery signing bottles and other merchandise with his image on March 19th the Savor Sonoma Valley Barrel Tasting weekend. William Smith website Imagery Winery/Savor Sonoma Valley info

March 18th, Friday- The Deluxe Buckets Farewell Show. Say it’s not so… but alas it is. The Buckets will dazzle us for the last time. Be there! Location: Toad in the Hole Time: 9 p.m.

The Deluxe Buckets

March 18th- April 3rd- The Ticking Clock A humorous, moving and timely play that draws inspiration from a series of true stories. Each character reflects upon the impact her own biological clock has had on her life’s choices. March is Women’s History Month. In observance of this, The Ticking Clock will feature special events: ART: Women’s art on display in lobby during run of “The Ticking Clock.” ESSAYS: Women’s short essays relating to biological clock issues will be featured on the 6th Street Playhouse blog at: http://6thstreetplayhouse.blogspot.com – POST SHOW DISCUSSIONS: Each performance will be followed with interactive dialogues about women’s biological clock

The Ticking Clock

Every Wednesday night at the Last Day Saloon is the Pick Me Up Music Revue, a venue for local and traveling folk musicians produced by the North Bay Hootenanny.March 23rd features local Mr. December. Check out entire music schedule at Last Day Saloon

The Last Day Saloon is looking for local comedians to start a weekly open mic comedy night. Please email Dave Daher at davedaher@hotmail.com

Last Day Saloon

Artist and Performers :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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West End Pet Friendly News

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Wednesday, March 09th, 2011

The West End is a great place to live if you are a dog! West Enders like other animals too: cats, birds… and if you live on Boyce St. you had better like squirrels because they’re taking over! Here’s the latest pet friendly news.

March 13th, Sunday- West End Poodle Party. Time for the Poodles to party again. The Poodle Party is a time to get together, watch the Poodles romp and for owners to talk “poodle”. Other “Poodle-Friendly” dogs are welcomed to attend. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park 819 Donahue St. Time: 11 a.m. Facebook

3 Gorgeous Poodles pose for their public

March 20th, Sunday- Pug Play Day. Nothing is cuter than a gathering of Pugs! Contact Lisa Howard to be put on the Pug Play day email list. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park Time: 3 p.m.

March 23rd, Wednesday- Pet Parade at Howarth Park- This might be fun for pet lovers. This event is for Children 14 and under but the public is invited to watch. Parade starts at 1:30 p.m. See Pet Parade Info for all info, registration time, costs etc. This event is sponsored, in part, by our good friends at Western Farm Center.

Gotta Love Western Farm Center!

Even the West End’s Mail Carrier Dana is pet friendly!

Our Dog Friendly Mail carrier

Cats & Birds- good separately but together not so much- A bird bath is an essential feature for gardeners trying to attract birds. Birdbaths should be placed in an open area about 10 feet away from a sheltering tree or large shrub. Close enough for fast flight to safety but far enough away to be out of reach of a cat lying in wait. Speaking of cats, a small bell on Fluffy’s collar can help give birds a bit of notice.

Ring so birdie can run...errr fly.

Dog Friendly Event- March 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st, Thursday. The rumor is that Wine Down Thursdays at D’Argenzio Winery/Vintner’s Square is a Dog Friendly event. There’s wine, music, cigars, a foodie truck and best of all you can bring your dog. What’s not to like? Let’s support our pet friendly businesses to show them we appreciate them. Location: D’Argenzio Winery – Santa Rosa Vintners Square 1301-1305 Cleveland Ave. Santa Rosa Time: 4-8 p.m.

D'Argenzio Fine Wines

Pet Poison Resource- You never want it to happen but sometimes a pet gets into something toxic. Prevent, prepare and and possibly save by checking in with the ASPCA’s Animal Poison Control page that includes a 24 hour Animal Poison Control center & Top Pet Toxins of 2010. ASPCA

Need a good laugh? Check out “Rookie” the amazing dancing dog. Rookie You will be so glad you did!

Do you have any Pet Friendly news? a photo of your West End dog? a business that welcomes well-behaved dogs? or something else that will delight animal lovers? Email Lea Barron-Thomas

The West End Neighborhood where urbanism, preservation, art and Pet Friendly people come together! For the latest updates, crime alerts, full calendar of events and photos- go the West End Neighborhood website. Click Here!

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Music, Wine & Poodles

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Wednesday, March 09th, 2011

A few activities for this week and special future events you will want to put on your calendar.

March 9th, Wednesday The Pick Me Up Music Revue at the Last Day Saloon. The Easy Leaves, Alison Harris and Javier Montiel. Enjoy local and traveling folk and Americana musicians- shows produced by The North Bay Hootenanny. Location: Last Day Saloon 120 5th Street Time: Doors open at 7 p.m.

March 10th, Thursday- Wine Down Thirsty Thursdays at D’Argenzio Winery/ Santa Rosa Vintner’s Square. It’s a great time to mingle, drink wine, perhaps enjoy a cigar. It’s all up to you. Enjoy the dining from the Foodie truck. Location: Santa Rosa Vintner’s Square 1301- 1305 Cleveland Ave Time: 4- 8 p.m.

March 11th, Friday- 6th Street Improv! Improvised Musical Audience members take on the role of “producers” when they decide which improvised song will become the inspiration for an entire musical! Everything, absolutely everything, will be made up on the spot! What will the musical be about? Will it have a chance of making it to Broadway? You’ll have to be there to find out! $14 Location: 6th Street Playhouse Time: 8 p.m.

March 13th, Sunday- West End Poodle Party. Poodles and their people meet up to socialize and have a good time. Other Poodle-friendly dogs are welcome to attend. Rain will cancel the event (Poodles don’t like flat topknots!) Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park Time: 11 a.m. Facebook

Green attire not required!

March 17th, Thursday- West End Neighborhood Association Spring meeting. This is our first meeting of the year and it will be held inside the DeTurk Round Barn. Winter’s almost over… time to reconnect with your neighbors and to find out what’s happening in the neighborhood. Location: DeTurk Round Barn 819 Donahue Street Time: 7 p.m.

March 17th, Thursday- DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park- Re-dedication of “Maverick’s” plaque. With the renovation and remodeling of the park, “Maverick’s” plaque was removed. We will be placing the plaque in its new location with a special ceremony. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park Time: 3 p.m.

March 17th, Thursday- DeTurk Round Barn Grand Opening. The City of S. R. official ceremony and ribbon cutting to celebrate the incredible DeTurk Round Barn. Refreshments will be served. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Time: 3:30 p.m.

Put this on your calendar!

May 22nd, Saturday Children’s Talent/Gong Show- It is time to let the Children Perform for us. ALL ACTS WELCOME!!
Ages 0-12. Donation at the door that will be used to pay the Share Exchange for the venue- $3- 5. Please register by contacting Jacquie Smith Location: Share Exchange 531 5th Street Santa Rosa Time: 3- 6 p.m. Facebook

Claus Neumann, former owner of Hotel La Rose, dies at 81. Many West Enders and Railroad Square Merchants fondly remember Claus, in a suit, pruning the roses on the Hotel/Aromas Parking lot fence. Press Democrat

W. E. Crime Alert- Abandoned vehicles

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Monday, March 07th, 2011

This is a report from Jennifer Watson, the West End’s Neighborhood Watch coordinator in the Upper West End (North of 9th Street). Jennifer has done an exceptional job of organizing and communicating crime reports. As neighbors, we all need to work together to be pro-active to criminal activity. Today’s Alert:

Hi Neighbors. Two abandoned vehicles were noticed and called-in to the SR Police Dept today (one from 10th St and one from Ripley St). It turned out that both were reported as stolen. They were both removed (one was recovered by the owners –a bit of good news!).

If you notice a vehicle that has not moved for more than 72 hours or one that looks stolen (missing wheels, broken windows, etc), please CALL the SR Police Dept. Let’s not let our neighborhood become a dumping ground for stolen vehicles.

To report an abandoned vehicle (no movement for 72 hours and a car you do not recognize): Call 543-3600, press 1, and then 1 again to report a non-emergency that requires police response. You will want a description of vehicle and the plate number. They will run the plates immediately and determine if it is stolen. If it’s not stolen the car will be ‘noticed’ and eventually removed. If it’s stolen SR Police will be out ASAP to recover the vehicle.

To report a stolen vehicle (car with missing wheels, broken glass, you get the idea): Call 528-5222 and you will reach non-emergency dispatch. Provide description and plate numbers.

Hope you will all be able to attend the neighborhood meeting on Thurs, March 17, 7:00 pm at the ROUND BARN! Best, Jennifer 121 10th Street

Neighborhood Watch is the most effective and least expensive tool for ensuring the safe environment that we all want for our families. This is homeowner’s insurance that works!

Neighborhood Watch works!

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Archive for ◊ March, 2011 ◊

Talent, creativity and ingenuity- West Enders have it in spades. We are also a short walk away to excellent venues for music, theater and art. Highlights for April:

It’s called “The Sun” and it’s finally out. Hooray! Go out this week and stay dry… what a concept.

Thursday, March 17th will be an exciting day in the West End Neighborhood. If you have the chance come to one or all three events planned. Please note that Donahue St. will be closed from 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Rain Again? Geez! Let’s hope the weather gives us a break for the events on March 17th! Please note that Donahue Street will be closed from 2 p.m. to approx. 6 p.m. on Thursday the 17th for the DeTurk Round Barn Events Parking.

The West End is home to many creative artists and performers. We are also in the midst of some of the best venues for Live Theater and music. Lucky us!

The West End is a great place to live if you are a dog! West Enders like other animals too: cats, birds… and if you live on Boyce St. you had better like squirrels because they’re taking over! Here’s the latest pet friendly news.

A few activities for this week and special future events you will want to put on your calendar.

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Neighborhood Watch is the most effective and least expensive tool for ensuring the safe environment that we all want for our families. This is homeowner’s insurance that works!