Archive for ◊ 2011 ◊

• 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.

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• 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 9th Street Community Mural is scheduled to be completed by Art Start on Thursday, November 10th . The neighborhood names “St. Rose Neighborhood” and “West End Neighborhood” will be installed over 9th 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. 6th and W. 7th 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 November14th. 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: 6th 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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• 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 9th Street Community Mural is scheduled to be completed on Thursday, November 10th. 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

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 23rd) 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 12th, 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 6th Street Time: 11 a.m.

November 12th, Saturday- 7th 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: 6th 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

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• 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 5th, 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 5th, 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. 6th (via Prince Memorial) 300 participants are anticipated. Attention W. E. residents that means races will be on Pierson and W. 6th 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 9th, 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 10th, 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

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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• Wednesday, November 02nd, 2011

West End traffic alert: November 5th, Saturday- Run4Wishes 5 & 10 K Run-Walk.  Between the hours of 9 am and 11:30 am on Saturday, half of W. 6th street will be blocked off for runners, vehicles may still pass. W. 6th street will not be closed at any time. Volunteers on Pierson will briefly halt traffic for runners exiting the Pierson Reach.  Want to be involved?   Register for Race by visiting the Fleet Feet Sports store. Walkers or Runners, strollers and pets on leash welcome.  300 participants are anticipated. Appearance from NBC Hit reality series “The Biggest Loser” by Ashley Johnston, Koli Palu. Race Expo in Depo Park.   The race that benefits the “Make a Wish” Foundation.   For more info: Halley Eppinger, (707) 217-4724  Location: Depot Park (Prince Memorial Greenway) 9 Fourth Street Time: 9:00 a.m.

November 10th, Thursday- S. R. Sneak Preview of “Division III: Football’s Finest”. Santa Rosa native (and West End’s Catherine DePrima’s son) Marshall Cook is debuting his first feature film here next week. The film was inspired by Santa Rosans who influenced Marshall. He is donating half of the box office receipts to 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

Wine Down, Eat Up Thursdays- Ray D’Argenzio owner of  D’Argenzio Winery says that he will continue to host this event through the Fall and winter seasons each Thursday from 5-9 p.m. It features live music- this week Chris Rovetti and the Meatballs, wine and four food trucks. Added bonus- it’s dog friendly! Facebook Location: Vintner’s Square 1301 Cleveland Ave. Time: 5- 9 p.m.

SRPD K9s have new life saving, bullet resistance vests.  K9s are often the first to get punched, kicked, stabbed or shot. Concerned about the safety of the SRPD K9s, Allen Thomas and Lea Barron-Thomas worked with a number of generous community members and the S. R. Police Department to purchase and donate these vests and also new bite suits, a vital training tool for K9 training. The very generous community members who also contributed: Western Farm Center, Betsy Hall & Gene Wright, Jennifer Watson, Zyromski & Konicek Attorneys at Law, Exchange Club,  Burbank Savings, Rick Dellar & Lehman and Waggener Dental Practice.  Special thanks goes to our good friends- Larry & Lou Bertolini at Western Farm for making this gift possible. A  foundation to support the S. R. P. D. K9 team is in the process of forming. Press Demo

SRPD K9 Boz, Officer Berg display a safety vest

The West End Kid’s Halloween Parade was a wonderful event. Friends and neighbors met to show off their outfits and to parade around the neighborhood and then everyone was off for trick and treating. Lots of West End houses were decked out for the enjoyment of little goblins.  Neighbor William Basie Daye III, a professional D. J., inspired us with music and a light show and the Fun Bike Unicorn Club wowed everyone with their spectacular human powered vehicles. Special thanks to Will Smith- who came up with the idea, Jacquie Smith for organizing the event and Gladis Calderson who took video in hand to record the event.  Good old fashioned neighborhood fun! If you missed it… here’s the VIDEO.

A small hotdog with lots of condiments

Halloween Parade Photos now in the photo Gallery- CLICK Here! Have any photos to share? Email them to Lea Barron-Thomas to get them posted.

CHOP’s Halloween Carnival. Many West Enders attended and had a great time. There was a cupcake walk, costume contests, face painting, carnival games, jumpee houses and more. Great fun! Chops Photo Gallery.

Delicious Halloween Cupcakes for the Cupcake walk

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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• Wednesday, November 02nd, 2011
Live theater… right in our own neighborhood. Support local artists, enjoy live performances and walk to nearby restaurants before or afterwards. November’s performances: 

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.

FULLY COMMITTED – Nov. 4 to Nov. 12

Actor Dan Saski juggles the phones and close to 40 characters in this hilarious and sweet one-man show about an out-of-work actor who works as a reservation clerk at a swanky Manhattan restaurant. Performances are Nov. 4 to Nov. 12 in the Studio Theatre. Tickets only $20.

6th STREET IMPROV!  – Nov. 19 and Nov. 25

The 6th Street Playhouse offers two shows in the Studio Theater this month featuring the 6th Street Improv! troupe. Saturday, Nov. 19 its time for Theatresports ™ the event where local improv groups are judged in a friendly and funny competition and on Friday, Nov. 25 its 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

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

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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• Thursday, October 27th, 2011
Boo! There’s lots of things to do around town… but if you want to stay in the West End- Here’s your best choices.

October 29th- Chop’s Halloween Carnival An evening of safe and ghoulish fun. All ages welcome- carnival booths and activities are geared toward elementary school age. $4 Location: Chop’s Teen Club 509 Adams Street Time: 5- 8 p.m. Chop’s Teen Club

October 29th Saturday and 30th, Sunday- Sing-a-long-a Sound of Music Calling all Nuns, Goat herders, Hills, Alps, Baronesses, Brown Paper Packages! This is your chance to sing-along to the most successful movie musical of all time. It’s a major audience participation event with subtitled songs to help you follow along, a costume competition and fancy dress parade. You can dress up as anything and everything represented in the classic film. A host leads the audience through a vocal warm up and gives a comprehensive guide to the accompanying actions and use of the interactive funpack. $25 General, $15 Children 14 and younger. Location: 6th Street Playhouse G.K. Hardt Theatre  52 W. 6th Street Time: Oct 29th - 7:00 p.m., Oct 30th 2:00 p.m.

Sing, out loud to your favorite Musical

October 31st, Monday – West End Kid’s Halloween Parade Meet up between 6 and 6:15 to show off your costumes and then we can parade around the neighborhood AND THEN TRICK OR TREAT!!!
DOGS And ADULTS WELCOME TOO!!!  Location: Meet at 306 Boyce Street Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm  Facebook   Last year’s event VIDEO   Last year’s photos

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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• Wednesday, October 26th, 2011
Sometimes the hardest thing about living in the West End is deciding between all events and happenings… but who’s complaining? It’s awesome living close to everything.

Oct. 28th Friday-  Lil’ Brian & the Zydeco Travelers + Andre Thierry Zydeco   (cajun zydeco) $10 advance / $15 day of show  21+ Location: Last Day Saloon 120 5th Street Time: 8:00 door 8:30 show

October 29th- Chop’s Halloween Carnival An evening of safe and ghoulish fun. All ages welcome. $4 Location: Chop’s Teen Club 509 Adams Street Time: 5- 8 p.m. Chop’s Teen Club

October 29th, Saturday- “Love Like This” An evening of music and song with Take Jack. This 10-member Sonoma County based group includes the incredible voice of West End’s own Gene Wright. They have a vast repertoire ranging from original compositions and arrangements to 10 part a cappella. All songs for “Love Like This” celebrate love and a passion for living. Tickets are $25. Location: The Journey Center 1601 4th Street  Time: 7:30 p.m.

Oct. 29th  Saturday –  Halloween Party  DJ dance hits  cost is $5 21+ Location: Last Day Saloon  120 5th Street Time: 9 p.m.door, 9:30 show

October 29th Saturday and 30th, Sunday- Sing-a-long-a Sound of Music Calling all Nuns, Goat herders, Hills, Alps, Baronesses, Brown Paper Packages! This is your chance to sing-along to the most successful movie musical of all time. It’s a major audience participation event with subtitled songs to help you follow along, a costume competition and fancy dress parade. You can dress up as anything and everything represented in the classic film. A host leads the audience through a vocal warm up and gives a comprehensive guide to the accompanying actions and use of the interactive funpack. $25 General, $15 Children 14 and younger. Location: 6th Street Playhouse G.K. Hardt Theatre  52 W. 6th Street Time: Oct 29th - 7:00 p.m., Oct 30th 2:00 p.m.

October 29th, Saturday- Mystique Masquerade. Hallows Eve Ball featuring a West End favorite- The Baby Seal Club.  They’re back- hooray! $20 advance, $25 at door. Location: Aubergine After Dark 755 Petaluma Ave., Sebastopol Time: 9 p.m.- 2 a.m.

 

October 31st, Monday – West End Kid’s Halloween Parade Meet up between 6 and 6:15 to show off your costumes and then we can parade around the neighborhood AND THEN TRICK OR TREAT!!!
DOGS And ADULTS WELCOME TOO!!!  Location: Meet at 306 Boyce Street Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm

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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• Tuesday, October 25th, 2011

The 2011 West End Full Moon Tour photos are now in the gallery. Thanks to Ben Rosales for the photographs. To see them click here!

The Full Moon Tour

The Assistance League’s “New to You” shop is sporting a new Art Start design. The West side of the building has been a blank wall and it has proven too tempting for taggers. The new art is 5 panels designed as windows  where one can see people in vintage clothing. This is the final project for the building that has been rehabbed and beautified.

New to You Shop

New paint job in the West End. It’s always great to see a house get a fresh coat of paint. Many West Enders enjoy a bit of color- this shade enhances the Mexican Sage  in the front yard.

A new paint job for a W. 8th St. house

The SMART District announced that two historic railcars stored at Railroad Square are being relocated in advance of the removal of old underground fuel tanks and environmental cleanup. “The tank removal and cleanup mark the preparation of Railroad Square for SMART track construction.” said SMART Real Estate Manager Laura Giraud. The historic railcars, which SMART permitted to be stored at Railroad Square, have a long history of service in Northern California.  The first railcar, removed October 4, was a coach car built in 1916 and modified by Southern Pacific to be a Presidential Coach to transport Southern Pacific executives to Eureka in Northern California. The Presidential Coach was in operation from 1941-1955. The interior of the coach was outfitted with mahogany paneling, stained glass windows and included two staterooms as well as servant’s quarters. The second coach, a dining car that accompanied the Presidential Coach is slated to be relocated as soon as appropriate transportation is scheduled. Ownership of these cars was recently transferred from Santa Rosa residents Lucinda and Wesley Vail to the Timber Heritage Association of Eureka CA. The association plans to run excursion service with these railcars around Humboldt Bay.

Oct 31st, Monday & Nov 1st,Tuesday-  Auditions6th Street Playhouse will be seeing Adult actors, by appointment only, for roles in their upcoming production of The 39 Steps. To set up an audition appointment, please contact: Craig A. Miller, Artistic Director Craig@6thStreetPlayhouse.com  707-523-4185, xt.103 For complete info go to: http://www.6thstreetplayhouse.com/home-old/article/article/153/270

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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• Sunday, October 23rd, 2011
Bikes are evidently a popular item for theft. Living downtown… most of us have bikes to get around. Many neighbors are serious Grand Fondo type bike riders and a few residents have custom made creations. Let’s be diligent about protecting our bikes. Watch for suspicious people especially when they are where they don’t belong… like on your neighbor’s property.

Hey Guys
Finn’s bike was stolen last week too. We figure out of our driveway here on Jefferson.  We aren’t big lock everything up kind of people but just a heads up, they are out there….
Paul Malone

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 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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