Archive for the Category ◊ West End Artists & Performers ◊

• Tuesday, January 24th, 2012

The rain and thunder is over for now. Updates on music, classes and neighbor news.

First Qigong Class- The first Santa Rosa Rec & Parks class was held on January 18th- Flying Crane Qigong. This 4 week class is held every Wednesday at 10 a.m. Additional classes available in Feburary, March, May and June. DeTurk Class Cost is $46. To register call 543-3737 or santarosarec.com

Flying Crane Qigong at DeTurk Round Barn

West End Artist, Bob Ankers featured in the 18th annual Art at the Source Tour. Bob works in a wide variety of materials and makes mobiles, sculptures and paintings and will hold his W. 7^th Street studio/home open on tour weekends. The Art at the Source catalog will be available in April. Tour held two weekends in June- 2nd & 3rd; 9 & 10th.

January 24th, Tuesday- ’Music, Meditation and Stillness’ Come enjoy 20 minutes of grounding cello; 20 minutes of stillness and 20 minutes of gently rejuvenating violin. Every Monday morning 10-11am and every Tuesday evening 6-7pm www.anantafiddlehooper.com Location: Arlene Francis Center, 99 Sixth Street

January 27^th, Friday- Multi-Level Yoga with instructor Ed Levinson. Bring a yoga mat if you have one (small selection available to use on a first come, first serve basis).
The class fee is based on a suggested sliding scale of between $5 and $15. This class will be appropriate for any level of student, even absolute beginners Location: The Arlene Francis Center Time: 11:00am until 1:00pm Facebook

Jan. 27^th, Friday – Pride & Joy + DJ Rob Cervantes (Motown) $15 • 21+ Location: Last Day Saloon Time: 8:30 PM door • 9:00 PM show

Last Day Saloon

Jan. 28^th, Saturday -6th Street Improv! Studio Theatre: Step back in time with 6th Street Improv as the troupe takes audience suggestions to create a funny and entertaining 1940′s style Improvised Radio Show with music, sound effects, comedy and a sponsor from, well only The Shadow knows. Tickets $14. Location: 6^th Street Playhouse 52 W. 6^th Street Time: visit website for showtime and tickets

February 4^th, Saturday- Rock and Roll Detention. 3 Local bands: The Coast Pilots, Third Rail and Court’n’Disaster. Court ‘N’ Disaster, a Honky-Tonk, Classic Country, Country Band with Sonoma County’s Own Judge Jim Bertoli and Judge Brad DeMeo along with law clerks, legal assistants, etc. that’s either Courting Disaster or The Court In Disaster. Music and wine tasting to benefit the Rincon Valley Education Foundation. $20 Location: Last Day Saloon Time: Doors 7:30 Show 8 p.m. Rock and Roll Detention

Court 'n' Disaster

Mail stolen from box. A Jefferson Street neighbor reports: A neighbor told me that some of my mail was at his back door under a step. I left 6 envelopes in my mailbox at 9am to be picked up by the mailperson in the afternoon. Evidently before she arrived it was stolen. There were 5 envelops with checks in them – one recovered by the neighbor. I put a stop payment on all the checks and reported this to SRPD. It is a sad state now that I can not even leave outgoing mail in my personal mailbox on the porch. Please let others know that they may also have had outgoing mail taken from their box on Friday. Thanks Susan S Hayes

Online Report available- Do you know about a street light that is out? or a pot hole that needs to be fixed? The City of SR has an online problem report. Get pole number for the street light and nearest address if available. Online Problem Report

Postage Stamps rise to 45 Cents- Press Democrat

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: Crime Alerts, Entertainment, Events, Miscellany, Neighbor News, West End Artists & Performers | Tags: Ananta De Tally, Arlene Francis Foundation, Art at the Source, Bob Ankers Santa Rosa Artist, DeTurk Round Barn, Last Day Saloon, West End, West End neighborhood | Comments off

January Tidbits

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Monday, January 16th, 2012

A few West End updates….

Classes:

Flying Crane Qigong Classes Start this Wednesday- This is the first class offered at the DeTurk Round Barn. 4 week classes will be held on Wednesdays at 10 a.m- 11:30 a.m. DeTurk Class Cost is $46. To register call 543-3737 or santarosarec.com

Take a class in the DeTurk Round Barn

New Class: ’Music, Meditation and Stillness’ Come enjoy 20 minutes of grounding cello; 20 minutes of stillness and 20 minutes of gently rejuvenating violin. Beginning Monday 1/23 10-11am and every Monday morning after. Beginning Tuesday 1/24 6-7pm and every Tuesday evening after. www.anantafiddlehooper.com Location: Arlene Francis Center, 99 Sixth Street

West End Artists Updates:

January 19^th, Thursday- Baby Seal Club. Seasonal Affective Disorder got ya down? Not a problem. Come get your happy on with Baby Seal Club at Aubergine next Thursday. We’ll be headlining for two shweeeeeet acts from Mendocino County… Orphan in the Afterlife and RyCooterMelontramp. $8 Location: Aubergine After Dark 755 Petaluma Avenue Sebastopol, CA Time: 8:30 pm (BSC at 10:30 pm)

February 10th- 26th- “Proof”. West Ender Alan Kaplan is featured in this Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winning play. Show Blurb: After her brilliant but unstable father dies, a young woman discovers a mysterious notebook. It raises a disturbing question: How much of her father’s madness or genius will she inherit? Tickets $10-15 Location: 6^th Street Playhouse, in the Studio Theater

William Smith (Wil) at the opening of “Undiscovered” at Sonoma Valley Museum of Art. A show that focuses on 5 So. Co. artists whose work is deserving of wider recognition. Great Show.

Wil Smith

Crime Alert:

Another Garage Intruder- From a Hewett Street Neighbor: Just wanted to alert the neighborhood that someone was in our unlocked garage while we were home sometime Thursday night, and probably early Friday morning. We heard a strange noise outside around 9:30 Thursday night and we checked the yard but didn’t see anything. Then at 5:30am we saw that our shop lights were on and the side door was wide open. We think someone knocked over a bike and got scared and left because so far we haven’t seen anything missing. Remember this also happened on W. 6th Street in December- so let’s make sure our garages are locked.

CAT FOUND: Black short hair, Neutered male, very friendly at 124 W. 6^th Street. Call (707) 318- 2853 He is extraordinarily sweet and loving. If his owner is not found by the end of this month, I will need to take him in to animal control, where he will most likely be euthanized. (since he is black, older, and has medical issues).

Cat Found

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: Animals, Lost Pet, Entertainment, Miscellany, Neighbor News, West End Artists & Performers | Tags: 6th Street Playhouse, Alan Kaplan, Ananta De Tally, Aubergine After Dark, Baby Seal Club, DeTurk Round Barn, Sonoma Valley Museum of Art, The Arlene Francis Center, West End, West End neighborhood, William Smith Killing Time Studios | Comments off

The Start of a New West End Year

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Tuesday, January 03rd, 2012

Happy New Year!(… unless, of course, you think it’s your last year on earth !) The gorgeous weather is uplifting. No winter blahs- so go out and enjoy.

It’s here! The Bohemian’s New Year’s cover features the art of William Smith, artist/printmaker and West End resident. FYI- William Smith is also a selected artist in the Sonoma Valley Museum of Arts upcoming show, “Undiscovered” the show runs January 14th- March 18th at Sonoma Valley Museum of Art 551 Broadway Sonoma, CA 95476.

Art by William Smith

January 5^th, Thursday- Wine Down with Amber Lee. Every Thursday, you can relax with friends, drink wine, eat and enjoy entertainment at D’Argenzio Winery. Location: Santa Rosa Vintner’s Square 1301 & 1305 Cleveland Ave. Time: 5:30- 9 p.m. Facebook

January 6^th- January 22^nd- The 39 Steps. Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy movel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have the 39 Steps- a fast paced thriller packed with nonstop laughs as four actors play more than 150 zany characters. Location: 6^th Street Playhouse 52 W. 6^th Street http://www.6thstreetplayhouse.com for showtimes and tickets.

January 7^th, Saturday- First SATURDAY Cleanup (ages 6 and up welcome). Join neighbors and youth in the care of Prince Memorial Greenway the first Saturday of every month. Clean-up supplies provided. For more info go to http://firstsaturdaycleanup.org Time: 10 a.m.

January 7th, Saturday- Prince Greenway walk with the Sierra Club Join longtime creek proponent Carol Vellutini on a 2-4 mile stroll along Santa Rosa Creek. Learn how the creek and neighborhoods have changed over the years. Carol’s dedication to creeks and the community have expanded public access and led to cleaner creeks. After the walk stick around for coffee and a snack at Railroad Square. Bring an umbrella for sprinkles of rain, heavy rain cancels. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED: Carol Vellutini at 546-6308 or carolvsr@sonic.net Location: Meet at the Charlie Brown statue in Railroad Square. Time: 10:00 AM – noon.

January 8th, Sunday- West End Poodle Party. Poodles of all sizes and colors meet up on the second Sunday of every month for the West End Poodle Party. All Poodles, Poodle fusions and Poodle friendly dogs are invited to attend… you can even bring your humans (but they must be well-behaved). Note: Park can have muddy conditions, rain will cancel event. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park 819 Donahue Street Time: 11 a.m. Facebook

Well behaved owners invited too.

Found Dog- This little guy was found Sunday night at Dutton and the Rodota trail (by Shell Station). Small Shih tzu type male, collar. Call Deborah Crippen If he is yours- 696-2734

Found Dog

Downtown New Year’s Eve sight- Boback Emad’s “Whole Some” Laser show

Do you have a crime to report? Lost a pet? 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!

Late December News

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Thursday, December 29th, 2011

Mark Adams from TLCD Architecture, the designer and lead architect of the DeTurk remodel, has suddenly passed at the end of November. You may remember him from meetings during the remodeling process. A Celebration of Life for Mark Adams will be held December 30th, at 5pm at the DeTurk Round Barn. Press Democrat Celebration of Life for Mark Adams

Mark Adams, center, at DeTurk Barn opening

William Smith, artist/printmaker and a West End resident, will be creating the Bohemian’s New Year’s cover. The theme is “End of the World”… it will be interesting! Will is also a selected artist in the Sonoma Valley Museum of Arts upcoming show, “Undiscovered”. From the SVMA website: Sonoma County is rich in innovative artists that practice creativity and inspiration in diverse and dynamic ways. Michael Schwager, Gallery Director and Professor at Sonoma State University and Kate Eilertsen, Executive Director for SVMA, have chosen five artists who live and work in Sonoma County whose work has not been seen in galleries or museums and who have not been given the attention they deserve. Cathy Ellis, Peter Hassen, Ryan Lely, William Smith and Esther Traugot will present their work in this lively exhibition. The who runs January 14th- March 18th at Sonoma Valley Museum of Art 551 Broadway Sonoma, CA 95476

DeTurk Round Barn by William Smith

Ananta, multi-talented musician and hula-hooper, invites you to her standing Tuesday evening gig called “Music, Meditation and Stillness”- a music induced meditation. This hour long meditation session will begin with 20 minutes of calming cello dropping us into 20 minutes of silent stillness and ending with 15 minutes of soothing yet awakening violin. www.anantafiddlehooper.com Location: dhyana Center Educational Loft 186 North Main Street, Ste. 250 Time: Every Tuesday evening from 6- 7 p.m.

Call for Artists: Artist Billboard Project in Santa Rosa In the spirit of phantom galleries, the Artist Billboard Project aims to place artwork in vacant spaces around Santa Rosa. Instead of occupying vacant buildings, this project will place artist designed and fabricated billboards in empty lots throughout the city on a temporary basis. Finished works will be installed in available locations as determined by the City of Santa Rosa. For the full RFQ http://ci.santa-rosa.ca.us/doclib/Documents/RFQArtistBillboards.pdf Application Deadline is January 31st, 2012.

Call for Artists: National Arts Program Exhibition & Competition The City of Santa Rosa is proud to announce the 9th Annual National Arts Program Exhibition and Competition. The Call to Artists is open to all City of Santa Rosa residents, city employees and relatives of city employees. For more info: http://ci.santa-rosa.ca.us/departments/recreationandparks/programs/artsandculture/exhibitions/Pages/default.aspx Entry Deadline: January 9, 2012

Santa Rosa hires community engagement coordinator By Kevin McCallum The Press Democrat

Neighborhood Watch Updates:

Graffiti report: Neighbor reports that their truck was tagged while parked on the street. (See photo). This new tagger has been causing quite a bit of trouble around here.

Graffitti on W. 8th St.

Uninvited Guest Report: W. 6^th Street neighbor reports that they found their garage door flung open and inside, on the floor, was a large, dirty windbreaker jacket. Evidently, somebody entered the garage but it was unclear if anything had been taken. This long term resident always keeps their garage door closed, but unlocked. That will now change.

12/13/2011 05:44 pm Boyce St./Donahue St. SUSPICIOUS VEH OCCUPIED Case number: 113470304

12/19/2011 05:15 PM. Ripley St./Scott St. Suspicious person Case number: 113530220

12/23/2011 10Th Street/Cleveland Ave. 08:50 AM 08:50 AM. SUSPICIOUS PERSON Case number: 113570047

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!

Category: Crime Alerts, Miscellany, Neighbor News, West End Artists & Performers | Tags: Ananta De Tally, arts District, DeTurk Round Barn, Mark Steven Adams, Sonoma Valley Museum of Art, West End, West End Artists and performers, West End neighborhood, William Smith Santa Rosa Artist | Comments off

Missed the Gong Show?

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Wednesday, October 19th, 2011

Boo hoo! You missed the Gong Show. It was a standing room only crowd… and the acts were wonderful.

Brian & Will- "Hey Cow!"

The West Enders left the audience…. well, speechless. There was even a tie breaker at the end between West Enders… people were just pumped up.

Choi and her electric Hula Hoops.

For more photos… click here!

For video…. click here!

Category: Entertainment, Miscellany, Neighbor News, West End Artists & Performers | Tags: downtown santa rosa, Jacqueline Smith, Kelly Cowen, Railroad Square, The Santa Rosa Gong Show, Toad in the Hole Pub, West End, West End neighborhood, William Smith Santa Rosa Artist | Comments off

October events at the 6th Street Playhouse

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Saturday, October 01st, 2011

How many neighborhoods are fortunate to have a live theater? Drama, comedy and music are just a few steps away from your front door.

“Kite’s Book: Tales of an 18th Century Hitman” – Playing through Oct. 23, 2011 Set in London in the 1750s, “Kite’s Book,” by Robert Caisley, is a sword-slinging, pistol-dueling, maiden-saving, jolly good time – with a fervent and poignant examination of the many variations on, and the disparities within, the human ideal that “Justice must be served!” “Kite’s Book” is a rousing, swashbuckling, action-packed stage play featuring Rahman Dalrymple as 18th Century hitman, Harry Kite and Barry Martin as Judge Hardwick. STAGE LOCATION: G.K. Hardt Theatre TICKETS: $15 to $35

The Independent Eye’s “Frankenstein” ~ Oct. 7 to Oct. 30, 2011 Written by Conrad Bishop & Elizabeth Fuller, based on the novel by Mary Shelley The Independent Eye presents a new vision of Mary Shelley’s classic novel. Described as “live theatrical animation,” the production features a trio of actors, two dozen life-size puppets, poetry, music and video. STAGE LOCATION: Studio Theatre TICKETS: $20 per person

“Sing-a-Long Sound of Music” Oct. 29 and Oct. 30, 2011 A benefit event for the 6th Street Playhouse. Sing-a-long with Julie Andrews and the Von Trapp family singers while enjoying the most successful movie musical of all time when the 6th Street Playhouse presents “Sing-a-long Sound of Music.” A “Sing-a-Long” host will lead audiences through a vocal warm up and guide audiences through the accompanying actions and use of the interactive funpack for a fun, joyful, memorable movie experience. Best costumes prizes will be awarded. STAGE LOCATION: G.K. Hardt Theatre TICKETS: $15 to $25 per person

6th Street Improv! Oct. 30, 2011 Be a part of the magical synergy yielding unusual, funny and poignant antidotes reflecting the funnier side of daily life and current events. It’s guaranteed – every show will offer experiences that are fresh, funny and unforgettable. Oct. 30: Halloween themed show. STAGE LOCATION: Studio Theatre TICKETS: $14 per person

6th Street at Night

6th Street Playhouse is located in Historic Railroad Square, at 52 West 6th Street in downtown Santa Rosa, Calif. For tickets or more information about performance dates and showtimes call 707-523-4185 or visit www.6thstreetplayhouse.com

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Early September- Music & Art

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Tuesday, August 30th, 2011

September… the end of the summer season. The Last West End Bocce is on Friday, September 16th- that’s when we take the group photo so plan to show up early. The last West End Summer Movie night is on Friday, September 9th. The movie will be “Spirited Away”. On the other hand- The Great West End and Railroad Square Handcar Regatta and all the surrounding events will be at the end of the month. So it’s all good.

West End Bocce Photo 2007

W. E. Bocce Photo 2010

Sept 2- Summer Nights at Railroad Square. A Summer Street Party featuring wine tasting, live music, outdoor dining, crafters and art. Location: Historic Railroad Square- 4^th Street from Wilson to Davis Street. Time: 6- 9 p.m. For more info: http://snrrs.com

September 3rd, Saturday- A Piece of My Heart featuring Julie Medieros (classic rock) $8 advance/$10 Day of show 21 years + Location: Last Day Saloon 120 5th Street Time: 8 p.m. door, 8:30 show

Last Day Saloon

September 2nd, Friday- Avery Risling-Sholl & Ken Risling- West Enders Avery Risling-Sholl, vocalist and fiddler extraordinaire, will be joined Ken Risling once again in the hallowed halls of Aroma Roasters.
Those who follow him know Avery has been studying traditional Scottish music at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama in Glasgow. He is back stateside for a brief stay, and wants to play in his home neighborhood. Songwriter Ken Risling (“Dad”) leaps with joy at another chance to team up with his son for an evening of melody, harmony, and singing strings. Other musical friends may show up as well. Join them for an evening of fun, music (and maybe a few tears). Location: Aroma Roasters 95 Fifth St Time: 8:00 PM

Ken Risling & Avery Risling-Sholl

September 1st, Thursday- Art Show- artist’s reception – West End artist Jenny Harp has a current art show entitled “Everything will Be Okay” . Closing reception- come to meet the artist. Location: Daredevils & Queens Time: 122 4th Street 7:30 to 9 p.m.

Jenny Harp- Art Show

Show ends September 4th! Kiss Me Kate A raucous and riotously funny play-within-a-play. Directed by Craig A. Miller Location: 6th Street Playhouse Time: Check website for showtimes and tickets

September 6^th, Tuesday- Music, Meditation, Stillness: 20 minutes of soothing cello, 20 minutes of silent meditation, 20 minutes of rejuvenating violin. (Violin played by West End artist Ananta www.anantafiddlehooper.com) Every Tuesday going forward. Location: dhyana Center Time: 6-7pm

September 7, Sunday- Why Go Solar? Have High Energy Bills? The City of Santa Rosa Clean Energy Advocates are hosting a special workshop where you can learn how solar systems work, if your home can benefit from going solar, available rebates, financing options and much more! A great educational opportunity. RSVP here, show up or call the CEA’s with any questions. srcity.org/CEA Location: 100 Santa Rosa Ave. at the City Council Chambers Time: 6pm

September 9th, Friday- 6th Street Improv Season Opener Show. Back for their 4th season with 17 shows, 6th Street Improv is back in the Studio, bringing you their unique brand of humor and story-telling with lots of audience participation and improvised music! Buy your tickets early as their holiday shows sell out quickly! $14 Location: 6th St. Playhouse Mainstage 52 West 6th Street Time: 8 p.m. For tickets, visit www.6thStreetPlayhouse.com or call 523-4185.

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, Miscellany, Public Meetings, West End Artists & Performers | Tags: 6th Street Playhouse, Ananta De Tally, Avery Risling-Sholl, Bocce, Jenny Harp Santa Rosa Artist, Ken Risling, Last Day Saloon | Comments off

Bikes, Trains & Accordions

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Thursday, August 18th, 2011

The Naked Ladies are blooming… for some that heralds the end of Summer days. But wait! The weather is still gorgeous and there’s many fun things to do…..

August 19^th, Friday at 8:00pm – August 28th at 2:00pm- Great War Chronicle An elderly woman tells her grandchildren of her early years with their grandfather, when the demands of war sadly separated them in a rock opera production. 6th Street Playhouse presents a rare opportunity to see a professionally produced workshop production of the new musical “Great War Chronicle” written by a noted Bay Area composer, featuring a romantic story set against a historical backdrop. Directed by Michael Fontaine Location: 6th Street Playhouse Studio Theatre, 52 West 6th Street, Santa Rosa Time: Check website for showtimes and tickets.

August 20^th, Saturday- The No. CA Bicycle Expo. Your destination for all things bike. Features a Ride About Town, lots of bikes, accessories, clothes & bike inspired arts and crafts. Food, drink and music. Location: Santa Rosa City Hall Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more info Sonoma County Bicycle Coalition

No. CA Bicycle Expo

August 20^th- Saturday. Redwood Empire Live Steamers Interactive Museum-Come ride this Saturday! Trains will soon be a reality in Santa Rosa. Here’s an opportunity to teach you kids about trains. Only a few more runs left before the trains are put up for the winter. The weather is suppose to be perfect for trains and picnics, so pack up the kids, bring a picnic basket and spend the afternoon.Westender Andre Siedentopf (RELSIM member) says if you mention you saw this event on their website or Facebook- you will get a free ride!! Location: Youth Community Park, Fulton Road, Santa Rosa Time: 12:00pm – 4:00pm

August 20th & 21st, Saturday & Sunday- Cotati Accordion Festival. West End Musicians- Tim Sarter & Amber Lee Baker will perform. Mad Maggies (Celtic Polka) The Mad Maggies are seven musicians from the San Francisco Bay Area who play roots-driven, rowdy folk fusion with a dash of hot pepper and a swig of slivovitz — they kick up some dust. the West End’s own Tim Sarter on Bass. The West End’s own squeezebox goddess, Amber Lee Baker will perform both days and be in the Accordion Babes pageant. (Can’t miss that!) For full schedule: Cotati Accordion Festival

August 21st, Sunday at 10 a.m.- Pug Play Day at DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park. Piles of Pugs play and cavort. It’s a sight to see. Pug Play Day is held the 3rd Sunday of every month. For more info: Lisa Howard

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West End Artists upcoming dates

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Monday, August 08th, 2011

The West End is rich with creative people. They have a built- in base of West End fans who appreciate what they do. Put these upcoming dates on your calender- you won’t want to miss them!

August 5^th,Friday to September 1st, Thursday- Art Show – West End artist Jenny Harp has a current art show entitled “Everything will Be Okay” from August 5^th to September 1^st. Location: Daredevils & Queens Artist Reception on September 1^st7:30 to 9 p.m.

Jenny Harp- Art Show

August 9th, Tuesday- Mad Maggies (Celtic Polka) The Mad Maggies are seven musicians from the San Francisco Bay Area who play roots-driven, rowdy folk fusion with a dash of hot pepper and a swig of slivovitz — they kick up some dust. The West End’s own Tim Sarter on Bass. Location: Park Stage at Sonoma County Fair Time: 6:00, 7:15, 8:15 p.m.

August 10th, Wednesday- Wednesday Night Market. Every Wednesday night downtown Santa Rosa holds a market with produce, crafts, food and music. This is a great opportunity to see musical group, “Juan Boulder”- featuring the West End’s own Bob Murnane (Murnane Floors on W. 6th Street is a wonderful West End sponsor!). This promises to be a “foot stomping” good time- Juan Boulder will be alternating sets with a Clogging group. They will play on the Main Stage. Location: Downtown Santa Rosa Time: 5- 8:30 p.m. Wednesday Night Market

August 13th, Saturday- Miss Kitty and the Big Dogs. Jump, Swing & Blues. Excellent vocals and musicians featuring West End musician Tim Sarter on bass. The other excellent band members are Shannon Rider, Paul Urguhart, Dennis Sherman, Mark Marelli, Brandon Hunt & Justin Enright. Location: Lagunitas Tap Room & Beer Sanctuary 1280 North McDowell Boulevard
Petaluma, CA Time: 3:00pm – 6:00pm

August 14th- The Quarter Mile Combo plays at Live at Juilliard. Pure rockin’ Americana Rockabilly- this 4 piece Americana Rockabilly band features the West End’s own Justin Barr on guitar, vocalist Nettie Hammar, drummer Gary Daly and Todd Troublemaker on bass. A great show. They have a recently released cd “Motels, Gas and Beer”. You will note that the cover photo is shot in front of the DeTurk Winery building. Got to love that band! Free Sunday Concert Series. Enjoy listening to music in a lovely park setting. Great event for the whole family- including the dog. Location: Juilliard Park 227 S. R. Ave. Time: 5- 7 p.m. Live at Julliard info

August 14th- Miss Kitty and the Big Dogs at the So. Co. Fair Miss Kitty can shake her fringe like nobody else… amazing Swing, Jump & Blues. Location: Park Stage at the Sonoma County Fair Time: 6:00, 7:15, 8:15 p.m. Check out www.sonomacountyfair.com for full schedule, hours, shows and info.

August 20^th & 21^st- The Cotati Accordion Festival. A musical extravaganza. West End artists Amber Lee Baker and Tim Sarter (in the Mad Maggies) will perform. August 20^th, Saturday- 11:30-12:00 Amber Lee & the Anomalies 5:15-5:55 The Mad Maggies August 21^st, Sunday 10:55-11:25 The Accordion Babes Pagent with Hubbub Club Marching Band 5:00-5:15 Amber Lee Baker For full schedule and details go to http://www.cotatifest.com

Amber Lee Baker

Ken & Avery

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 Artist email go out about once a month- let us brag about you! Contact Lea Barron-Thomas at westend @sonic.net

Big Dogs, Tours and Documentaries

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Monday, June 20th, 2011

The weather is finally warming up… and as always there is a variety of events and happenings to choose from. West Enders can enjoy Bocce at DeMeo Park every Friday night. We also are usually within walking or biking distance to the best events in Santa Rosa. Take advantage of having the Rialto Cinema right in the neighborhood- the films are unique and flavorful.

Late June events:

June 21^st ,Tuesday- Making the Boys “The Boys in the Band” the first-ever gay play and subsequent Hollywood movie to successfully reach a mainstream audience changed everything. Making the Boys explores the enduring legacy and controversy that endures to this day “The Boys in the Band”. Tickets on sale now at rialtocinemas.com. Tickets may also be purchased at our box office at the Sixth Street Playhouse on the day of each showing. Adults are $10 and Seniors (60 and up) are $8. Location: Sixth Street Playhouse 52 W. 6th Street Time: 1 p.m. 3 p.m. 5 p.m. 7 p.m.

June 22, Wednesday Help send Snoopy as our Goodwill Ambassador. This will be the first Snoopy ever on the Korean Island, Jejudo, Santa Rosa’s sister city. For 10 years, we have exchanged students and performers between our two cities. Jejudo has sent 3 statues over the years and this will be our first. A 30 inch bronzed Snoopy will be placed on a 36 inch pedestal that will be made in Jejudo and placed on a street named “Santa Rosa”. Help send the Snoopy Monument and taste some wine… all for $20. Foodie Truck will be on site. More Info Location: D’Argenzio Winery 1301 Cleveland Ave Santa Rosa, CA Time: 5:00pm – 8:00pm Questions? call Ray D’Argenzio 707 280 4658 or Don Taylor 525 1690

Don Taylor with Snoopy

June 22nd, Wednesday Night Market. Every Wednesday night downtown Santa Rosa holds a market with produce, crafts, food and music. This Wednesday is Nascar Night (Whoo Hoo!) This is a great opportunity to see musical group, “Juan Boulder”- featuring the West End’s own Bob Murnane (Murnane Floors on W. 6th Street). They will play on the 3rd Stage. Location: Downtown Santa Rosa Time: 5- 8:30 p.m. (Rosie Explorer Tour No Tours – Rosie Repairs)

Juan Boulder

June 24th, Friday- Bridal Fashion Show & benefit for ArtStart. An evening at the DeTurk Round Barn for Rustic Romance, food, fun and fashion all. See the latest trends in bridal gowns and taste incredible food and wine while exploring your options for your big day. $20/person $30 “Couples Price” Location: Deturk Round Barn 819 Donahue Street Time: 7pm-9:30pm Brown Paper Tickets

June 25^th Sat. – History Walking Tours at the Rural Cemetery. Meet at the Franklin Gate. Free admission. Donations appreciated. 70 minute docent led walk through pioneer cemetery. Location: S. R. Rural Cemetery Located at Franklin & Monroe Streets Time: Tours leave every 10 minutes from 10a.m. to 11 a.m.

June 25th, Saturday- D’Argenzio winery and Time Traveler Tours Special Event- D’Argenzio Winery and Time Traveler Tours are teaming up to give a short walking tour of Railroad Square that will show guests where the Santa Rosa wine industry began. The tour will highlight old winery sites and give a history of early wine making in Santa Rosa. Wine and appetizers will served at D’Argenzio Winery after the tour. $20 Tickets Location: Tour will meet in Railroad Square by S. R. Visitor’s Center. Time: 3- 5 p.m.

June 28^th , Tuesday- Something Ventured 5 p.m. 7:30 p.m. A documentary about Silicon Valley’s first venture capitalists and the companies they helped bring to life. The film also includes some of the finest entrepreneurs sharing how they worked with these venture capitalists to grow world-class companies like Intel, Apple, Cisco, Atari, Genentech, Tandem and others. Emmy-Award-winning filmmakers Dan Geller and Dayna Goldfine will be joining us for Q&A following each showing of Something Ventured. Tickets on sale now at rialtocinemas.com. Tickets may also be purchased at our box office at the Sixth Street Playhouse on the day of each showing. Adults are $10 and Seniors (60 and up) are $8.

June 29th, Wednesday- MISS KITTY AND HER BIG DOGS will play at the Wednesday night market. Miss Kitty & the Big Dogs featuring West End musician Tim Sarter on bass. The other excellent band members are Shannon Rider, Paul Urguhart, Dennis Sherman, Mark Marelli, Brandon Hunt & Justin Enright. The Hubbub Club will hold a musical parade. Location: Downtown Santa Rosa Time: 5- 8:30 p.m.

Miss Kitty and the Big Dogs

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A few West End updates….

Happy New Year!(… unless, of course, you think it’s your last year on earth !) The gorgeous weather is uplifting. No winter blahs- so go out and enjoy.

Boo hoo! You missed the Gong Show. It was a standing room only crowd… and the acts were wonderful.

Brian & Will- "Hey Cow!"

The West Enders left the audience…. well, speechless. There was even a tie breaker at the end between West Enders… people were just pumped up.

How many neighborhoods are fortunate to have a live theater? Drama, comedy and music are just a few steps away from your front door.

The Naked Ladies are blooming… for some that heralds the end of Summer days. But wait! The weather is still gorgeous and there’s many fun things to do…..

The West End is rich with creative people. They have a built- in base of West End fans who appreciate what they do. Put these upcoming dates on your calender- you won’t want to miss them!

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