Archive for ◊ April, 2011 ◊

• Wednesday, April 27th, 2011

There’s something to do every day- no need to stay home!

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April 27th, Wednesday 95.9 The KRUSH & the North Bay Hootenanny … present The Pick-Me-Up Music Revue with the Plectrum Duo, J.D. Limelight and Hot Club Beezlebub. Folk music. The entire family can come out and enjoy local footstomping music. All Ages! $5 21+, $8 for minor- includes free soda or fries. Location: Last Day Saloon Time: 7 p.m. Door, 7:30 show

Last Day Saloon

April 27^th Wednesday “Paths Of Glory” (1957)- Movie Night at the Arlene Francis Center. This film showcases two of the greatest talents in cinema history actor Kirk Douglas and director Stanley Kubrick.The film is free to the public , sliding scale donation (3-5$) to the Arlene Francis Center. Location: Arlene Francis Center 99 Sixth Street Time: Doors at 7:30 p.m. Movie at 8 p.m.

April 28th, Thursday- Wine Down Thursday Nights. Every Thursday, meet your friends and neighbors at an Urban Winery Village, featuring D’Argenzio Winery and more. Music, wine, foodie trucks. Location: S. R. Vintner’s Square 1301-1305 Cleveland Ave. Time: 4- 8 p.m.

April 29th, Friday- Opening night for Comedy Tonight- One-Act Plays by Great American Writers at 6th Street Playhouse

April 29th, Friday- Opening night for Jesus Christ Superstar – SRJC Theater Arts

April 30th, Saturday- Annual Vintage Rose Tour and Sale Take a docent-led walking tour through the newly-planted Memorial Rose Grove where you will meet a number of historic characters with connections to the cemetery roses, such as Josephine Bonaparte, Ralphine McDonald, and Luther Burbank, who will be portrayed by actors dressed in period dress and will identify each of the roses in their particular section of the Rose Grove and tell a little about each one. TOURS LEAVE EVERY 20 MINUTES. Rose Tour Bonus: Vintage Rose Sale. This is your opportunity to purchase many of the gorgeous roses growing throughout Santa Rosa Rural Cemetery and the newly-planted Memorial Rose Grove. These roses have been propagated from cuttings and will be on sale in one gallon containers. Location: The Rural Cemetary located at Franklin and Monroe Streets. Time: 10- 11 a.m. Tours leave every 20 minutes. Santa Rosa Rural Cemetery

April 30th, Saturday- SCBC We Love Bikes Day. Bike to the Santa Rosa Certified Farmers Market and enjoy FREE Valet Bike Parking, a free raffle for Market Goods in Bike Bags, and learn how to “Haul Stuff” by Bike Clinic in a FREE Clinic designed to demystify carrying anything from a laptop to a weeks worth of groceries on your bike. Clinics will be held at 9AM and 10AM at the Market. For more info- Sonoma County Bike Coalition Location: S. R. Farmer’s Market Veterans Bldg East Parking Lot 1351 Maple Avenue Time: 8:30- Noon

Learn how to haul stuff on a bike

May 1st, Sunday- 50th Annual 4-H ChickenQue The 50th Annual ChickenQue is wholesome family fun and the only fundraiser for Sonoma County 4-H! There will be games, a petting zoo, club booths, and of course the famous barbecued chicken lunch and an unbelievable choice of CAKES!! Tickets $8, $9 at the door. Location: So. Co. Fairgrounds Hours: 11:30am to 4:30pm

CAKE!!!

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

Category: Entertainment, Events, Miscellany | Tags: 6th Street Playhouse, Arlene Francis Center, D'Argenzio Winery, Railroad Square, Santa Rosa, Santa Rosa Rural Cemetery, Sonoma County Bike Coalition, The North Bay Hootenanny, West End, West End neighborhood | Comments off

Meetings & Safe Medicine Round Up

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Monday, April 25th, 2011

If interested, put these on your calendar:

April 28th, Thursday- COPE with Emergencies.The mission of COPE is to help residents, families, and neighborhoods become and remain better prepared to respond to and recover from emergency situations. This includes developing individual response plans, maintaining individual emergency supply kits, and outreaching to neighborhoods in the community. Location: Santa Rosa City Hall Council Chambers 100 Santa Rosa Avenue Time: 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

C.O.P.E with Emergencies

April 29th, Friday- Free Safe Medicine Disposal. Flushing medications down the toilet may harm our local waterways because wastewater treatment plants aren’t designed to treat them. Medicines don’t belong in the garbage either where they can also get into the landfill environment. Drop off your expired, unused and unwan ted prescription and over-the-counter drugs to Santa Rosa Police Department 965 Sonoma Ave. Santa Rosa Time: 1-5 p.m. Safe Medicine Disposal

Safe Medicine Round Up

May 3rd, Tuesday- Sustainable Solutions for Historic Homes in So. Co. Come learn about ways to make your historic home more energy efficient, ask questions to the experts and mingle with your fellow historic homeowners! Discussion topics: Energy efficiency measures to be taken in a historic home, Financing options for energy upgrades, Resources available to guide homeowners. This free workshop is provided by the City of Santa Rosa Clean Energy Advocate Program and is offered to all Sonoma County residents. RSVP by email CEA@srcity.org or call 543-3886. Location:Utilities Field Operations Building- City of Santa Rosa 35 Stony Point Rd. Santa Rosa, CA Time: 6-7 p.m.

Sustainable Solutions for Historical Homes

May 18th, Wednesday- Plan Bay Area Workshop. A public discussion on how to accommodate future growth. Workshop participants will use interactive web-based simulation to outline priorities, consider different growth options and see future consequences. Space is limited. RSVP at OneBayArea.org/workshops or 510-817-5831. Location: The Glaser Center 547 Mendocino Ave. Time: 5:30- 8:30 p.m.

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.

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Crime Report, Wine & Music

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Wednesday, April 20th, 2011

Have a great Easter weekend!

Crime Report- A Pierson Street neighbor reports: On the night of April 16th, a VW van parked on the corner of 3rd and Pierson was broken into. The motive is unclear, but it appears they were trying to remove the steering column. The incident was reported to the Santa Rosa police, and a report was filed.

A few ideas for this week. Check out the last West End Artists update and our calendar for complete information.

April 21st, Thursday- Wine Down Thursdays- Music with the Accordion & Fiddle & Mandolin men (Italian: mandolino). Foodie trucks on site – Picnic tables & chairs Street-Eatz. Come join the fun! 2 block north of College – corner of Ridgway. Relax mid-week with a favorite glass of wine for only $5. Say “hi” to Ray at D’Argenzio Winery. Location: Santa Rosa Vintners Square 1301-1305 Cleveland Ave. Time: 4- 8 p.m.

Wine Down Thursdays

April 22nd, Friday- Songwriters in the Round. Don’t miss this chance to see West End’s Ken Risling perform. $7 door Location: Coffee Catz, 6761 Sebastopol Ave. #300, Sebastopol Time: 7 p.m. Facebook

April 23rd, Saturday Lost, Stolen and Strayed. A great night of music and art. FYI -The West End’s Tim Sarter will be playing bass with Brian Fitzpatrick at his CD release party and was also on the album. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door. Location: The Feed Barn 55 Middle Rincon Time: Doors @ 7, Show @ 8 http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/168104

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Category: Crime Alerts, Entertainment, Events | Tags: Crime, D'Argenzio Winery, Ken Risling, Neighborhood Watch, Raymond D'Argenzio, Tim Sarter, West End, West End neighborhood | Comments off

West End Artists- end of April

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Tuesday, April 19th, 2011

We are very fortunate, in the West End, to live amongst creative, imaginative residents. We also have live theater and a theater that shows independent, foreign and classic films right in the neighborhood. The West End Arts and Theater District has a nice ring… let’s use it!

April 22^nd, Friday- Songwriters in the Round. Those of you who were at the opening of the DeTurk Round Barn will remember West Ender Ken Risling‘s performance with Oona Risling-Sholl. This Friday, he has another show, this one with three other songwriters — Rob Heath, Mike Ehlers, and Larry Potts. As with last year’s Hopmonk show, it will be a Nashville-style round-robin, with each songwriter taking turns performing their originals. Ken promises to play at least one song with a bad word in it, but still, it will be an all ages event he has invited his mother to… $7 door Location: Coffee Catz, 6761 Sebastopol Ave. #300, Sebastopol Time: 7 p.m. Facebook

Songwriters in the Round

Saturday, April 23 · 7:00pm – 11:30pm Lost, Stolen and Strayed at The Feed Barn- the new studio created by West Ender Skye Barnett, David Farish and Joey Castor. 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

April 26^th, Tuesday- Circo- A Rialto Film Festival. Set within a century-old traveling circus, Circo is an intimate portrait of a Mexican family struggling to stay together despite mounting debt, dwindling audiences, and a simmering family conflict that threatens this once-vibrant family tradition. In Spanish with English Subtitles. $10 Location: 6^th Street Playhouse, 52 W. 6^th Street Time: 4 shows only on April 26^th. Check website for times and ticket purchase Rialto Film Festival Rialto Film Festival

April 29^th, Friday to May 15- “Comedy Tonight” A collection of six one-act plays by American writers. It’s an evening of laughs when 6th Street Playhouse presents a collection of one act plays by great American writers. Plays include “Your Mother’s Butt,” by Allan Ball; “Sure Thing” and “Variations on the Death of Trosky,” both by David Ives; “The Actor’s Nightmare,” by Christopher Durang; “The Ties That Bind,” by Eric Cible; and “The Tarantino Variation,” by Seth Kramer. Location: 6th Street Playhouse – Studio Theatre Time: Check website for times and tickets www.6thstreetplayhouse.com

April 29^th-May 8^th Jesus Christ Superstar The Last 7 days in the life of Jesus of Nazareth This extraordinary rock opera forever changed the world of musical theatre when it exploded onto Broadway in 1971. The West End’s own Gene Wright, M.D. and vocal talent will be the evil high priest Caiaphas. Now celebrating its 40th anniversary, its powerful explorations of faith in a troubled world and the potent phenomenon of celebrity resonate even more strongly today. Dramatizing the final seven days in the life of Jesus of Nazareth with an edgy, contemporary approach, this first professional collaboration by a now-legendary team features a vibrant rock score, including chart-topping hits like “Superstar” and “I Don’t Know How to Love Him.” Recommended for age 14 and above. Jesus Christ Superstar Location: SRJC Theater 1501 Mendocino Ave. Burbank Auditorium is the main performance hall on the JC campus, just north of Bailey Field. Times: www.santarosa.edu/theatrearts For show times and tickets

Jesus Christ Super Star

Artists Updates:

Proud West End Mother, Catherine DePrima reports that her son Marshall Cook’s feature film directorial debut “Division III, Football’s Finest” is completed. Marshall not only directed, he also wrote the script and acted in it and edited it. The team’s quarterback is named Mitch DePrima (a nod to his mom). The cast includes Marshall Cook, Mo Collins, Andy Dick, Debra Wilson and Will Sasso. Release date is TBA but expected to be Fall or Winter of 2011. Here’s the link to the movie trailer (NOTE: There’s definitely some adult language here so it’s not for the kiddies.) http://www.funnyordie.com/videos/156eb7f056/division-iii-football-s-finest-official-unofficial-trailer Please watch, enjoy, and PLEASE PASS IT ON. If you want to go above and beyond, positive ratings and comments on funnyordie are always appreciated… It was not too long ago that Marshall, was a young boy on Boyce Street- your mom is proud and so are we!

Auditions – May 21 & 22, 2011 General Auditions announced for the 6^th Street Playhouse 2011-2012 season. 6^th Street Playhouse will be seeing Adult and Child actor/singers, by appointment only, for roles in the upcoming 2011-2012 Season of plays and musicals.To set up an audition appointment, please contact: Craig A. Miller, Artistic Director – craig(at)6thstreetplayhouse.com or call 707-523-4185, x 103. Auditions will be held Saturday,May 21^st from 12 PM – 8 PM Sunday, May 22^nd from 1 PM – 8PM. Both audition days will be held at The Rehearsal Studio at 6^th Street Playhouse, located at 52 W. 6^th Street, Unit B, Santa Rosa, CA 95401

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. Our West End Artists email go out about once a month- (sometimes more because we are so blessed). We want to support you. Contact Lea Barron-Thomas at westend @sonic.net

Cat Poisoning Alert

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Monday, April 18th, 2011

This is an important alert for cat owners or other animals that may be exposed.

If any of you Westenders have outdoor cats, or indoor-outdoor cats, our neighbors on Seventh St just told us that three of the feral cats they have been feeding for several years have been poisoned. They come back from somewhere and die a terrible, painful death under their house. Please be aware, and watch your pets. They are apparently getting the poison from something that is attracting them. The Humane Society has been alerted, along with the SR Police. Please contact one of the agencies if you are suspicious of anything. Thank you.

Karl Drexel

121 Seventh St.

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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Neighbor News

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Monday, April 18th, 2011

News about West End neighbors and friends.

Arlene Francis Center- The gorgeous historic building that previous housed the New College has morphed into the newest venue for a variety of events. The Community is delighted to have a unique, flexible space for music, happenings, classes and films. The building has been given loving care and is a great attribute to Wilson Street. (Thanks Bruce and Martin- we REALLY appreciate that!) Last Sunday, ShopParty- a collective of artists and crafters, held their craft fair/art show at the A. F. Center and it was a bustling, fun place to be. To stay current on events at Arlene Francis check out facebook. For Facebook Phobics check out: http://arlenefranciscenter.org/

Jenny West End artist holds up Round Barn towels

Jenny, a West End artist holds up her Round Barn towels

Neighbor finds Full Moon Bike Ride an inspiration- Last year, West End Neighbor Deborah Coish decided to go on the Full Moon bike ride. She enjoyed it so much she started going on more bike rides and when she realized she could pedal more than 7 miles without collapsing she decided to seriously take up cycling. Fast forward about a year, and Debi is proud to announce that she will ride 50 miles on May 1^st in the Tour De Cure for the American Diabetes Assn. Fundraiser. She hopes to raise at least $1000 and if you would like to help her in her quest you can support her go to http://main.diabetes.org/goto/DCOISH Way to go Debi!

Debi, far left on the August Full Moon ride 2010

Boyce & Coulter Street Speed signs- Coulter has no stop sign where it intersects with Boyce Street. Cars entering from 9^th Street can really shoot down that street while cutting through the West End. Boyce Street a stop sign at Coulter but folks seem to want to speed in spite of it. Boyce & Coulter Street parents are taking an active role in reminding folks to slow down. West Enders are a creative bunch and they have created custom signs that are eye catching and fun. Signs are put in the street during “play time”.

Slow the BEEP down sign by Carissa Green

West End Charter School- Westenders attended the S. R.C.S. Board meeting to support a West End Charter School. From Tory Paul: Great job everyone! We presented a wide variety of viewpoints that were all very unique and well spoken. I was proud of our group. Thanks again to everyone who gave their support, either by coming, speaking or sending along words of encouragement. The West End is truly a special place. Facebook Email West End Charter School at info@wecs.us

Westenders at SRCS Board meeting

Juniper's First Public Meeting- Westenders start early

West End Vintage Rose Garden- When the DeTurk Round Park was rehabbed, our roses had a rough year. They were pulled out, stored in a neighbor’s yard and then replanted and are now in remarkably great shape. At this point, there are 31 rose bushes, most of the roses are dated prior to the 1930s which keeps with our neighborhood’s historic designation. Stroll on down to the DeTurk Round Barn and enjoy the new rose garden.

A Talisman rose in bloom

DeTurk Commons- The cottages at DeTurk Commons are slowly beginning to glow with color. Originally these houses were mostly white, beige and soft yellow. Slowly new paint jobs are bringing more vibrancy and hues to the streetscape.

DeTurk Commons becomes colorized

Category: Neighbor News | Tags: Arlene Francis Center, Carissa Green, Deborah Coish, Martin Hamilton, Railroad Square, Santa Rosa, Victoria Tory Paul, West End, West End Charter School, West End neighborhood, West End Vintage Rose Garden | Comments off

Speak up for W. E. Charter School tonight!

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Wednesday, April 13th, 2011

West End Charter School- SRCS Board Presentation Tonight. Meet in Railroad Square at 5:30 to walk or ride bikes with group OR show up at 6 p.m. for the meeting at Santa Rosa City Hall Council Chambers 100 Santa Rosa Avenue.

Folks, if you live in the West End, you know what an incredible amenity this would be for our children and their parents. This is an important meeting… invest your time to give West End kids a unique, excellent school within walking distance. That’s what small downtown neighborhoods have always had- we should have it too. More info for those of you who have questions.

West End Charter School in the Works- Press Democrat

Create Grow Learn- the West End Charter School Vision is on Facebook

SRCS Agenda for 4/13/11 Note: We will speak under public appearances item C 8.

West End kids at a neighborhood school in 1925 at Lincoln School 8th & Davis St.Photo courtesy of Paul Pasero Jr.

Category: Neighbor News, Public Meetings | Tags: Lea Barron-Thomas, Railroad Square, Victoria Tory Paul, West End, West End Charter School, West End neighborhood | Comments off

Events & Happenings

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Tuesday, April 12th, 2011

As always, there is an abundance of events and happenings for you to enjoy. FYI: Earth Day is on April 22nd, Friday. Easter is on April 24th, Sunday.

April 16th, Saturday- Earth Day on the Greenway- Celebrate Earth Day’s 41st birthday on the Prince Memorial Greenway. Help with a clean up of S. R. Creek, native plant care and trail maintenance. Tools & refreshments provided. Ages 5 to Adult. Contact: Alistair Bleifuss at 543-3845 or email Alistair Creek Stewardship event calendar Location: Meet at the Olive Park footbridge. From W. 3rd St. turn south onto Railroad St. left onto Hazel St. On street parking. Time: 9 a.m. to noon

April 16th, Saturday- Apple Blossom Bike Ride & BBQ. A family friendly ride for all levels of riders. Ride to Sebastopol, watch the Apple Blossom Parade, ride back and then go to a BBQ at D’Argenzio Winery in S. R. Feel free to join at any segment of the ride. Location: S. R. & Sebastopol Times: Leave Hyatt Vineyard Creek Hotel at 9 a.m., Apple Blossom Parade 10-12 p.m., Leave West County 2 p.m., BBQ at D’Argenzio winery 3-6 p.m. RSVP on Facebook or call Carmen 707-495-4269

Apple Blossom Bike Ride

April 17th, Sunday- Pug Play Day Pugs and their owners meet once a month for a Puggy Play date. Lots of fun. Location: DeTurk Round Barn dog park. Time: 3 p.m.

Arts, Theater, Film

April 15th, Friday- “Vanishing of the Bees”- Award winning documentary presented by the New Arts Project and the West End Salon Series. Movie will start at 6:20. The screening will be followed with a Q & A with Randy Sue Collins, President of So. Co. Bee-Keepers’ Association. Location: New Arts Project 738 Wilson Street Time: 6- 9 p.m.

Vanishing of the Bees

April 15th- May 15th- Cabaret- A tale of a young American writer whose life is turned upside down when he settles in 1929 Berlin. Escape to the Kit Kat Klub where “life is beautiful” even though the world economy is in turmoil and war is on the horizon. Location: 6th Street Playhouse 52 W. 6th Street Time: check website for showtime and ticket info

April 15th, 16th, 22nd & 23rd- 6th Street Inprov! Theatresports Invitational. It’s a friendly battle- 6th Street IMPROV! will compete with some of the best improv talent in the area over the course of four evenings in April. The teams compete in a series of challenge rounds using audience suggestions to win points for judges. Each night will be judged by a panel of community leaders. Location: 6th Street Playhouse 52 W. 6th Street Times: check website for showtimes and ticket info.

April 16th, Saturday- John Jobs Concert. A concert to highlight the CD re-release “I will not be Moved”. Westender Lenny Trujillo plays keybroad in the band. Location: Vertical Call 920 Bennett Valley Road, Santa Rosa Time: 7 p.m.

John Jobs Concert

April 17th, Sunday- ShopParty. All ages event showcasing locally made art, food, crafts and more. Local artists (including West End’s own William Smith and Mica Jennings), music and food. $2 donation. Location: Arlene Francis Center 99 6th Street Time: 12- 6 p.m. Facebook

Shop Party

April 19th, Tuesday- Kings of Pastry. A Rialto Cinemas film festival: Imagine a scene never before witnessed: Sixteen French pastry chefs gathered in Lyon for three intense days of mixing, piping and sculpting everything from delicate chocolates to six-foot sugar sculptures in hopes of being one of the best. This is the prestigious Meilleurs Ouvriers de France competition (Best Craftsmen in France) and winning is more than the ultimate recognition for every pastry chef – it is a dream and an obsession. Similar to the Olympics, the three-day contest takes place every four years and it requires that the chefs not only have extraordinary skill and nerves of steel, but also a lot of luck. In English & French with English Subtitles. Location: 6th Street Playhouse52 W. 6th Street Times: Four shows only on April. Ck Rialtos Cinemas for ticket info

Imagine our kids walking to school!

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Monday, April 11th, 2011

In our history, West End neighborhood children were always able to walk to a nearby school. Today our children today are often driven to schools and sometimes the schools don’t offer the programs, classes and outlooks that we desire for our children. Take an hour or two this Wednesday night… to do something about it.

Paul Pasero Jr.'s class in a neighborhood school- 1925

April 13th, Wednesday. 5:30 to 8:30. West End Charter School- SRCS Board Presentation Please join in and show your support for the West End Charter School. Based on the success of the Santa Rosa Charter School of the Arts, we are trying to convince the School Board to create another dependent charter in the West End. We will be presenting the petition that has been circulating and speaking during the public comments section- Please come and show your support, even if you aren’t planning on speaking- Bring your… kids and bikes! We want to make a positive and enthusiastic presentation! If you are not a parent-tell why having a Charter School is important to you as a home owner, business owner, community member, educator etc. We want lots of different points of view and voices. For details and info West End Charter School-SRCS Board Presentation Contact Tory Paul for info, to sign the petition or to let her know you will speak at the meeting. The West End would like to thank Tory for all her work to help give our neighborhood kids an incredible school.

West End Charter School

Folks, if you live in the West End, you know what an incredible amenity this would be for our children and their parents. This is an important meeting… invest your time to give West End kids a school unique, excellent school within walking distance. That’s what small downtown neighborhoods have always had- we should have it too.

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Round Barn Wedding

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Saturday, April 09th, 2011

Two West End Residents, Katie Vrooman & Justin Barr, are the first bride and groom to honor their special day in the barn. They are a special couple- stylish, talented, unique and fun.

Katie & Justin- First DeTurk Round Barn Bride & Groom

Other DeTurk Weddings- Not everyone knows this but there have been two other weddings at DeTurk Round Barn Park. This was not in the barn, of course, since it has only recently been made habitable. One wedding was another set of West End Neighbors who married in June 2001. It was a traditional wedding and the reception was held elsewhere. There was also another young couple who married at the park on April 9th 2009. This untraditional couple took their wedding photo on Wilson Street. (They sound like fun too!)

First DeTurk Park Wedding June 2001

April 4, 2009 wedding photo by Ryan Cress

Our best wishes to Katie and Justin. We all wish them health and happiness.

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Archive for ◊ April, 2011 ◊

There’s something to do every day- no need to stay home!

Have a great Easter weekend!

We are very fortunate, in the West End, to live amongst creative, imaginative residents. We also have live theater and a theater that shows independent, foreign and classic films right in the neighborhood. The West End Arts and Theater District has a nice ring… let’s use it!

This is an important alert for cat owners or other animals that may be exposed.

News about West End neighbors and friends.

West End Charter School- SRCS Board Presentation Tonight. Meet in Railroad Square at 5:30 to walk or ride bikes with group OR show up at 6 p.m. for the meeting at Santa Rosa City Hall Council Chambers 100 Santa Rosa Avenue.

Arts, Theater, Film

West End Charter School

Two West End Residents, Katie Vrooman & Justin Barr, are the first bride and groom to honor their special day in the barn. They are a special couple- stylish, talented, unique and fun.

Our best wishes to Katie and Justin. We all wish them health and happiness.