Archive for ◊ November, 2011 ◊

6th Street Playhouse Hoppin’ for the holidays

• Wednesday, November 30th, 2011

A lovable boy who dreams of receiving an “Official Red Ryder Carbine-Action Two-Hundred-Shot Range Model Air Rifle” for Christmas in “A Christmas Story; Love is lost, found and confounded in the charming, quirky comedy “Almost, Maine”; a “Dickens” of an improv show & to celebrate New Years, the studio space will be transformed into a swanky club when Sandy and Richard Riccardi present their “All-Comedy Cabaret”.

6th St. Playhouse

December shows at the 6th Street Playhouse:

A CHRISTMAS STORY – Through Dec. 23 – GK Hardt Theatre: The stage adaptation of the beloved holiday film classic “A Christmas Story.” Tickets $15 to $32.

A Christmas Story

ALMOST, MAINE – Dec. 2 to Dec. 18, 2011 – Studio Theatre: All is not quite what it seems in the remote, mythical town of Almost, Maine. A hilarious, delightful midwinter night’s dream. Tickets $10 to $25.

Almost Maine

6th STREET IMPROV! – Dec. 18 – Studio Theatre: The Improv! troupe an improvised story inspired by Charles Dickens’ characters. Tickets $14.

“ALL COMEDY CABARET NEW YEARS SHOW”- Dec. 30 & Dec. 31, 2011 – Studio Theatre: Ring in the New Year ! Sandy & Richard Riccardi present their all-original, all-comedy musical show lampooning a host of topical subjects and current events. Tickets $20 to $30 or $40 to $50 for 10 p.m. New Year’s Eve performance.

To reserve tickets or for more information call 707-523-4185 or visit the website at www.6thstreetplayhouse.com

You have a part to play! The ‘show’ and local legacy continues with your ticket reservations or donations to the 6th Street Playhouse Fall / Holiday”Curtain Up” Campaign. Help raise much needed funds by donating online at: http://www.6thstreetplayhouse.com/participate/donations/

Thanks for supporting live local theater.

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 tothe West End Neighborhood website. Click Here!

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Ready, Set, Holiday season.

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Monday, November 28th, 2011

Yep…. we’re officially in the Holiday season. A few ideas to help simplify the holidays- Stay close to home, buy from local merchants and/or local products/ services & spend quality time with friends and loved ones. Go to a play, take your dog to visit Santa, explore a variety of unique handmade crafts, stroll around Railroad Square with hot chocolate, take a carriage ride. Sounds like fun… doesn’t it? It’s so easy to do when you live in the West End.

December 2nd, Friday- Street Cleaning the first Friday of the Month. First thing in the morning- move your cars off the curb to get your gutter swept. This is especially important at this time of year.

December 3rd & 4^th Saturday & Sunday. Santa Paws at Western Farm Center. It’s that time of year, to have your pets picture taken with Santa Paws. Donation includes 4×6 picture and a digital copy emailed to you. All proceeds benefit Canine Companions for Independence. Location: Western Farm Center 21 W. 7^th St. Time: 10am to 4pm

Santa Paws at Western Farm

December 3^rd, Saturday- Historic Railroad Square Holiday Open House and Festivities. Tree Lighting Celebration, carolers, carriage rides, refreshments and shopping with local merchants. Location: Historic Railroad Square Time: Tree lighting at 6 p.m., Open house all day.

December 3rd, Saturday- First Saturday Clean Up West Ender Stan Gow organizes this monthly cleanup so we can take care of the Santa Rosa Creek. Enjoy pizza afterward. Please bring utensils to keep trash impact low. Contribution to lunch, desserts, fruit and appetizers are always welcome. Location: Olive Park, Santa Rosa Time: 10 a.m. First Saturday Cleanup

Dec. 9^th , Friday- Tainted Love (80′s dance hits) cost is $20 • 21+ Location: Last Day Saloon Time: 9:00 PM door • 10:00 PM show

December 10th, Saturday- DeTurk Round Barn Holiday Open House. Santa Claws ‘n Paws. Tour the newly restored barn, enjoy holiday treats and have your pet’s photo taken with Santa. $15 for 4X6 photo.Location: DeTurk Round Barn 819 Donahue St. Time: 10- 2 p.m. DeTurk Round Barn Info

December 11th, Sunday- West End Poodle Party. All Poodles, Poodle fusions and Poodle friendly dogs are invited to attend at our beautiful dog park. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park, 819 Donahue St. Time: 11 a.m.

Until December 13^th, Thursday. The Sonoma County Jewish Film Festival 2011 at the Rialto Cinemas. The 16th annual Sonoma County Jewish Film Festival continues. Location: Rialto Cinema at 6^th St. Playhouse 52 W. 6^th Street See website complete film info and tickets. Remaining Films: La Rafle Tuesday, November 29, 1 p.m. & 7:15 p.m. Wednesday, December 7, 7:15 p.m. , Anita Wednesday, November 30, 7:15 p.m. , Arab Labor Tuesday, December 6, 1 p.m., 4 p.m. & 7:15 p.m. The Matchmaker Tuesday, December 13, 1 p.m., 4 p.m. & 7:15 p.m.

Downtown and Other:

December 1^st, Thursday- “Simple, Easy Ways to Save Energy” Learn how to save energy and money without breaking the bank. This free workshop is perfect for renters or those who want to start small and work their way up to larger projects. Free. Clean Energy Series. Location: City of Santa Rosa, 35 Stony Point Rd, Santa Rosa Time: 6-7p

December 3^rdSaturday & 4^th Sunday, Luther Burbank 32nd Annual Holiday Open House A 32-year community tradition and begin the season’s celebrations by visiting the historic Home and Gardens of Luther Burbank. Live music will be playing in the music room, complimentary cookies and spiced tea will be served in the Greenhouse, and a children’s craft activity will set up for kids. Location: Santa Rosa & Sonoma Avenues, Downtown Santa Rosa Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

December 3^rd, Saturday & December 4^th, Sunday- Dickens Holiday Crafts Fair. 70 booths with crafts by local artists, music, food & Santa! $2 admission Location: Finley Community Center 2060 W. College Ave. Time: Dec 3^rd 9- 5 p.m., Dec 4^th 10-4 p.m.

December 6th, Tuesday- Rivers and Tides and You! An evening of nature art: hands on activities and a showing of Andrew Goldsworthy’s River and Tides. Concludes with an optional stroll around downtown to set our creations free. This is the final community element of West Ender Russ Scarola’s SSU graduate project. All ages welcome. $5 for adults, $3 for students, kids, and Share Exchange co-op members Location: S. R. Share Exchange 531 5th St. Time: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Sunday, December 11th · Shop Party Holiday Craft Bazaar with 30 local crafters and artisans (including many from the West End). Delicious locally sourced food. Music, fun, merriment. The FeedBarn is an arts collective formed by founding members of the Handcar Regatta, WhiskeyDrunk Cycles & The Fun Bike Unicorn Club. Location: The Feed Barn 55 Middle Rincon Road (10 minutes from Downtown) Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm Facebook

Dec 14^th, Wednesday- “Solar Power Basics” Want to invest in your house? Ready for a larger energy saving project? What about solar power? Learn the basics of solar- how it works, how much it costs, and what resources are available to you along your way. Ask questions to a panel of three solar experts. Free. Clean Energy Series Location: City of Santa Rosa, 35 Stony Point Rd Time: 6-7p.m.

Do you have a crime to report? Post it on our Facebook page so the whole neighborhood hears about it. http://www.facebook.com/groups/45503934491

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!

W. E. Neighborhood Watch- Upper W. E.

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Monday, November 28th, 2011

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!

Disturbance of the Peace- Ripley Court area. Upper West End reports a number of large parties over the weekend. On Saturday the police responded numerous times, with people dispersing then returning to continue after police left. There was apparently a large fight (that was around 2:00 AM). Noisy Revelers parked on nearby streets, arriving and leaving until very late.
This is not the first time Upper West End has been disturbed by activities at Ripley Court, but this seems like an escalation. As neighbors, we must work together to resolve this issue. Neighbors are asked to call the police immediately to report suspicious or disturbing activities- 528-5222. Also, if you witnessed or have additional information about this situation please let us know: westend@sonic.net

Do you have a crime to report? Post it on our Facebook page so the whole neighborhood hears about it. http://www.facebook.com/groups/45503934491

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Notice: Proposed Rate Increases for Water

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Sunday, November 27th, 2011

The Santa Rosa Board of Public Utilities has proposed water, recycled water and wastewater rate increases that would become effective in January 2012 and January 2013. Rate increases will be considered by the City Council following a public hearing.

Public Hearing Date: Tuesday, December 6, 2011 Publc Hearing Time: At or after 5:00 p.m. Public Hearing Location: Santa Rosa City Council Chamber, City Hall, 100 Santa Rosa Avenue, Santa Rosa

How to protest the proposed rate increases

All owners and tenants of property receiving water, recycled water and/or wastewater service, all City water, recycled water and/or wastewater customers, and interested persons are invited to attend the Public Hearing and be heard about proposed increases to the service charges for water, recycled water and wastewater service. An owner or tenant of property receiving City water, recycled water or wastewater service may protest the proposed increased service charges by submitting a written protest by mail or in person to the City Clerk, 100 Santa Rosa Avenue, Room 10, Santa Rosa, CA 95404. Written protests must be received (not postmarked) by the City Clerk before or during the public hearing. Any protest submitted by e-mail or other electronic means will not be accepted.

The protest must be signed by the property owner(s) or tenant(s) and must include the assessor’s parcel number(s) or street address(es) of all property(ies) serviced. Only one written protest per identified parcel or property will be counted for purposes of determining whether there is a majority protest.

Cost data regarding the proposed increased charges is available for review during business hours at the City Clerk’s Office, City Hall, 100 Santa Rosa Avenue, Room 10. For questions call (707) 543-3150. Additional information about the proposed increases may be found at http://ci.santa-rosa.ca.us/departments/utilities/aboutus/Pages/ProposedWaterandSewerRateInformation.aspx Proposition 218

Protests written or in person to City Clerk, 100 Santa Rosa Avenue, Room 10, Santa Rosa, CA 95404

Received NOT postmarked by December 6th

Protest signed by property owner or tenant

Must include the assessor’s parcel number(s) or street address(es) of all property(ies) serviced

No protests by email accepted.

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Monday, November 21st, 2011

Thanksgiving… a time to reflect and be grateful for the good things in our lives.

Our Fall meeting was very informative. Special guest Supervisor Shirlee Zane came by to give us an update on SMART. Shirlee is no stranger to the West End. She frequently rides her bike through the area and said that she admires our neighborhood. She is a well-known dog lover and even brought one of her dogs to the meeting. She also opened the new DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park in March. Shirlee, also a member of the SMART board, had attended that day’s Railroad square rally in support of SMART and was pleased by the impressive showing of supporters. Her report had a positive outlook on the project.

Santa Rosa Rec & Parks reported on the current status of the DeTurk Round Barn and the events. There will be an open house on December 10^th for anyone who would like to see inside of the barn and would like to inquire about renting it for events. You can bring your dog to take a photo with Santa too. Rec & Park would like to change the use permit to allow for number of people and hours. There will be a public meeting and formal process for this- so stay tuned.

Neighbors are what makes the West End special. At our meeting, new and established neighbors described their West End history. Allen Thomas gave the West End year in review… and that covered many of the events and happenings in our busy neighborhood. Good meeting!

Shirlee Zane and her Westie.

What are you doing this holiday?

Don’t forget… Live theater right in our own neighborhood:

A CHRISTMAS STORY - Nov. 18 to Dec. 23 The 6th Street Playhouse presents the stage adaptation of the beloved holiday film classic “A Christmas Story.” Everyone’s favorite episodes from the movie are recalled in this charming play about the lovable boy who dreams of receiving an “Official Red Ryder Carbine-Action Two-Hundred-Shot Range Model Air Rifle” for Christmas. Presented on the main stage in the GK Hardt Theatre. Tickets $15 to $32.

6th STREET IMPROV! – Nov. 25 The Annual Family Holiday Show for all ages. Tickets only $14.

For tickets or more information call707-523-4185 or visit the website at www.6thstreetplayhouse.com

November 25th Friday, Winter Lights Tree Lighting Free Children’s Activities in the square beginning at 5pm including interactive exhibits by the Sonoma County Children’s Museum on the Go, crafts and card making from Sutter VNA Hospice and balloon animals by Silly Lilly the Clown! The Sutter VNA & Hospice Lights of Life Tree Lighting Program begins at 6pm with more kids crafts, free pictures with Santa, Downtown Gift Basket raffle, live holiday music and of course, the magical and memorable candle lighting and tree lighting ceremony. Location: Courthouse Square Time: 5-7pm

November 26^th, Saturday & 27^th, Sunday- Costume Liquidation Sale. This White Elephant of a sale includes gently used vintage clothes, wearable art, fantasy pieces and show-stopping drag queen dresses. Something for everyone. Come have a look. Reasonably priced. Cash or checks only. Location: 6^th Street Playhouse 52 W 6th Street Time: 10:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Vandals likely cause of Santa Rosa’s rail crossing snafu- Press Demo

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West End Meeting Tonight! 11/17 Thursday 7 p.m.

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Thursday, November 17th, 2011

Tonight! Meet your neighbors and friends at DeTurk Round Barn at 7 p.m. for the West End Neighborhood Association Fall Meeting. It’s a good time to say “hello” to neighbors you know and “Nice to meet you” to new neighbors. There will also be interesting updates and a performance from a West End artist. If you haven’t seen the inside of the barn yet… this is a great time to see it.

November 17th, Thursday- West End Neighborhood Association Fall Meeting. Location: DeTurk Round Barn 819 Donahue Street Time: 7 p.m.

See you tonight at the meeting!

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West End Meeting This Thursday Night!

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Tuesday, November 15th, 2011

Meet your neighbors and friends at DeTurk Round Barn this Thursday night at 7 p.m. for the West End Neighborhood Association Fall Meeting. It’s a good time to say “hello” to neighbors you know and “Nice to meet you” to new neighbors. There will also be interesting updates and a performance from a West End artist. If you haven’t seen the inside of the barn yet… this is a great time to see it.

November 17th, Thursday- West End Neighborhood Association Fall Meeting. Location: DeTurk Round Barn 819 Donahue Street Time: 7 p.m.

West End Newsletters are out. We need folks in Upper West End to help deliver them, hopefully before our meeting on Thursday night. Upper West End = Lincoln, 11th, 10th, Ripley. Take a street or take the whole thing! Thanks to Jacquie Smith and Steven Higbee for covering Decker, Boyce and W. 8th!

The last stage of the 9th Street Mural is finally going up! West End Neighborhood and St. Rose Neighborhood is being installed over the 9th Street over crossing. Pictured are Chandra Woodworth and Sara Gray who worked on the West End side today.

The Assistance League “New to You” Shop celebrated their new Artstart’s murals. The Five art panels display models wearing vintage clothing from the 1920’s to the 1940’s on the Adam’s Street side of their building. Chiara Sarter, West End resident, was the artist. Mayor Ernesto Olivares cut the ribbon while well wishers, neighbors, Railroad Square Association and Chiara’s proud parents watched.

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!

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W. E. newsletter delivery, updates, news

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Wednesday, November 09th, 2011

A few items of interest…

Looking for West End Newsletter carriers for Decker Street, Boyce Street, W. 8th Street. The November newsletter will be out Thursday or Friday. We need neighbors to help deliver it to their neighbors this weekend. It doesn’t take long and it’s a good way to meet the residents on your street. West End Newsletters come out 3 times a year in November, March and July. Email Lea Barron-Thomas if you would like to volunteer.

November 10th, Thursday- 9th Street Community Mural – Final Installation The finishing detail of the 9^th Street Community Mural is scheduled to be completed by Art Start on Thursday, November 10^th. The neighborhood names “St. Rose Neighborhood” and “West End Neighborhood” will be installed over 9^th Street on either side of the underpass.

Chop’s Teen Club food drive update. The Chop’s members have dropped their bags off on W. 6^th and W. 7^th Street houses. If you weren’t given a Chop’s bag, you can still participate in filling the SAY (Social Advocates for Youth) Teen food pantry. Drop off your drop off your items non-perishable food items at Chops and the Last Day Saloon. Food Drive boxes will be located there until Monday November14^th. Only non-perishable items will be collected.

Nov. 15th, Tuesday A Christmas Story Preview night to benefit the Railroad Square Association for beautification and promotion. Tickets can be purchased at the Visitor’s Center at the Depot or Whistlestop Antiques. The evening starts with a Reception at 7:30 . The performance is at 8PM. Location: 6^th Street Playhouse Time: 7:30

Otter Alert: This week the Creek Stewardship Program received two reports of otters in Santa Rosa Creek (near West 3rd Street and downstream of Stony Point Road). Otters are energetic, playful, intelligent, and curious. They stay busy hunting, investigating, or playing with something. So, be on the look out for river otters and enjoy their silly antics! This is another example of how amazing our creeks are and why we need to work together to maintain and preserve this natural resource. See you along the creek… Alistair
ableifuss@srcity.org Creek Stewardship Program

Nearby News from Press Democrat

Stabbing N. Dutton and Trowbridge- Press Demo

Morgan St. Drug Lab Explosion- Press Demo

Road Closures Downtown Santa Rosa- Press Demo

Do you have a crime to report? Post it on our West End Facebook page so the whole neighborhood hears about it. http://www.facebook.com/groups/45503934491

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Mid-November News & Events

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Sunday, November 06th, 2011

NOTE! Put it on your calendar. The West End Neighborhood Association Fall Meeting will be November 17th, Thursday at 7 p.m. at the DeTurk Round Barn. It’s a good time to see neighbors before rain, cold and holidays keep us busy and indoors. News:

9th Street Community Mural: The finishing detail of the 9^th Street Community Mural is scheduled to be completed on Thursday, November 10^th. The “St. Rose Neighborhood” and “West End Neighborhood” will greet those who travel through the underpass. The Mural Committee members: Denise Hill from St. Rose Neighborhood & Sher Ennis and Lea Barron-Thomas from West End Neighborhood started the project in the Summer of 2009. Their goal was to take a dark, uninviting space and make it friendlier and easy to maintain. The Mural was funded by a City of Santa Rosa CAB grant. Mission complete!

A place to walk

Chop’s Teen Club members are working on a food drive. SAY (Social Advocates for Youth) has a Teen food pantry that is pretty bare. The teens decided to help them and a food drive was the first thing on the list. The Chop’s members will be dropping off boxes to stores in selected Railroad Square dropping bags off at houses in the neighborhood to collect items that people can spare or don’t use. Just leave this bag with any non-perishable food items you can spare in a visible place near your front door. Chops members will come by next Thursday 11/10 between 4pm and 6pm to collect the bags. Only non-perishable items will be collected.

DeMeo Park Clean up: The Interact Club at Chops and S. R. Rotary teamed up on Saturday to revive, refresh and clean up DeMeo Park. Check it out… it looks fabulous.

New Pedestrian trail: The City of S. R. has been constructing a new 10 foot wide pedestrian path from No. Dutton Ave to the S. R. Creek Tail. It is estimated that the new ramp will open by November 11th.

Thanksgiving without cooking or dishes or traveling? It is possible if you have Thanksgiving at Starks. The Thanksgiving Menu (Roast Willie Bird Turkey, Chef Mark’s Andouille Sausage & Wild Mushroom Stuffing, Traditional Giblet Gravy & Pomegranate-Cranberry Relish) will be served from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Most regular menu items will be available. Reserve right away because they fill up! Reservations at: (707) 546-6100 Location: Stark’s Steak & Seafood Starks is a West End Neighborhood Association sponsor. Thanks for supporting the West End!

North Bay Hootenanny every Wednesday at the Last Day Saloon. Come see traveling acts, up-and-comers, and local favorites! These shows are free and all ages, but try to bring some cash to donate to the artists- thanks! . Here are the upcoming line-ups: 11/9 Buster Blue, Triivlerackasaurus Rex, and the Erstwhile Memorial String Band. 11/16 B.C. Fitzpatrick, the Timothy O’Neil Band, Graham Lindsey, and Eight Belles. (There is no show on the 23^rd) 11/30 Mr. December, Homebrew, and Melinda Wiggins. Location: Last Day Saloon 120 5th St. Time: Show starts at 7:30pm

Events and Happenings:

November 12^th, Saturday- The Assistance League “New to You” Shop invites you to a ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of the Artstart’s murals on their building. Five art panels display models wearing vintage clothing from the 1920’s to the 1940’s. ArtStart artist is Chiara Sarter (That’s Tim Sarter and Chelsea Jacobsen’s daughter.) Join them for the ceremony, refreshments and special sale. Location: “New to You” Shop 5 West 6^th Street Time: 11 a.m.

November 12th, Saturday- 7^th Annual Winterblast Art, Live Music, SOFA parade, Food. Location: South A. Street Time: 5-8PM

Nov. 15th, Tuesday A Christmas Story Preview night will benefit the Railroad Square Association for beautification and promotion. The evening starts with a Reception at 7:30 offering complimentary wines and coffee. The performance is at 8PM. Tickets are $20 each or 6 tickets for $100.Should be lots of fun! Location: 6^th Street Playhouse Time: 7:30

November 17th, Thursday- West End Neighborhood Association Fall Meeting Location: DeTurk Round Barn Time: 7 p.m.

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

Early November Happenings

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Thursday, November 03rd, 2011

BBBBRRRR!!! What happened? Welcome to November.

Mark your calendars. The West End Neighborhood Association’s Fall meeting will be on November 17th, Thursday 7 p.m. at DeTurk Round Barn. It’s a good time to see your neighbors before the holidays and winter set in.

November 4th, Friday- First Friday Night Sky programs are offered September 2011 to May 2012. Learn interesting facts in or about the sky that night. Free but donations to support SRJC’s Planetarium are gratefully appreciated. Seating on a first-come, first-served basis; so arrive early enough to pick up your free parking permit, return it to your vehicle, and arrive back at planetarium by show start. Location:SRJC Planetarium in Lark Hall, Room 2001, Santa Rosa Campus Time:7:00 and 8:30pm

November 5^th, Saturday- Prince Memorial Greenway clean up/ First Saturday Cleanup First Saturday and the City of Santa Rosa’s Storm Water Team are joining forces to clean up Prince Memorial Greenway. Stephanie Lennox, Storm Water Team’s environmental educator will be on hand to provide interesting facts. This would be a great time to volunteer for a late season cleanup. Bring the whole family – clean up age appropriate for ages 5 to adult. Contact: Alistair Bleifuss at 543-3845 or ableifuss@srcity.org or www.firstsaturdaycleanup.org Location: Meet at the Olive Park footbridge. From W. 3rd St. turn south onto Railroad St. left onto Hazel St. On-street parking. Time: 10:00 AM – noon.

November 5^th, Saturday- Run4Wishes 5 & 10 K run-walk. Fleet Feet Sports and New Era Training hosts this event that will benefit the “Make a Wish” Foundation. Walk or Run, strollers and pets on leash welcome. Race will start in Railroad Square and end up on W. 6^th (via Prince Memorial) 300 participants are anticipated. Attention W. E. residents that means races will be on Pierson and W. 6^th from 9 a.m. to 11:30 THIS Saturday so plan accordingly. Appearance from NBC Hit reality series “The Biggest Loser” by Ashley Johnston, Koli Palu.Race Expo in Depo Park. Register for Race by visiting the Fleet Street store. For more info: Halley Eppinger, (707) 217-4724 Location: Depot Park (Prince Memorial Greenway) 9 Fourth Street Time: 9:00 a.m.

November 9^th, Wednesday- Clean Energy Series Workshop- “History of Solar P thru 2011”. Learn about how solar was developed, its many uses and the history of the technology. www.srcity.org/CEA RSVP Location: 35 Stony Point Road

November 10^th, Thursday- S. R. Sneak Preview of “Division III: Football’s Finest”. Santa Rosa native and West End’s Catherine DePrima’s (of Boyce Street) son Marshall Cook is debuting his first feature film here next week. The film was inspired by Santa Rosans who influenced him is donating is half of the box office receipts Cardinal Newman Youth Empowerment Services. Movie stars Andy Dick, Adam Carolla, Marshall Cook, Bryan Callen and Sally Kirkland. Q&A with Andy Dick & director Marshall Cook. Cost is $10 Buy tickets at MarshallCook.com Location: Roxy 14 Stadium, 85 Santa Rosa Avenue Time: 7:30 p.m Press Demo

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Archive for ◊ November, 2011 ◊

Thanks for supporting live local theater.

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!

The Santa Rosa Board of Public Utilities has proposed water, recycled water and wastewater rate increases that would become effective in January 2012 and January 2013. Rate increases will be considered by the City Council following a public hearing.

Thanksgiving… a time to reflect and be grateful for the good things in our lives.

What are you doing this holiday?

BBBBRRRR!!! What happened? Welcome to November.

Mark your calendars. The West End Neighborhood Association’s Fall meeting will be on November 17th, Thursday 7 p.m. at DeTurk Round Barn. It’s a good time to see your neighbors before the holidays and winter set in.