Archive for the Category ◊ Bocce ◊

• Monday, May 21st, 2012

We had a stupendous opening day for Bocce last Friday. The weather was glorious and the food was wonderful. You can join us every Friday night at DeMeo Park. For photos: Facebook or West End Photo Gallery

A listing of events and happenings for the last part of May:

May 22nd, Tuesday- S. R. City Bus Public Meetings. This is an opportunity to discuss the city bus service. Location: Transit Operations Building, Training Room 45 Stony Point Road Time: 6:30- 8:30 p.m.

City Bus Public Outreach Meetings

May 23^rd, Wednesday- Whole Foods Market on Yulupa is supporting 6^th Street Playhouse by contributing 5% of Wednesday’s sales to 6^th Street Playhouse!!! West Enders Leslie Graves and Ruben Lopez both work at Whole Foods Market on Yulupa – so they would love to see the West Enders show their support of this Community Support Day!! 5% of all sales means exactly that all sales!!! So plan your grocery day accordingly they are open 8am – 9pm. Whole Foods Market – Santa Rosa 1181 Yulupa Ave., Santa Rosa

D'Argenzio Winery

May 24th, Thursday- Wine Down Thursdays at D’Argenzio Winery. Eat, drink wine and listen to music every Thursday evening. Hang out with your friends and neighbors in an urban winery setting. Location: D’Argenzio Winery 1301 Cleveland Ave. Suite A Santa Rosa, CA Time: 6- 9 p.m.

Heritage Public House 1305 Cleveland Ave.

May 25^th, Friday- Stand Up Comedy Acts at Heritage Public House. An awesome show hosted by comedian Ricky Del Rosario. Up this time for one show only is opener Nick Hoffman, feature Mike Olson and headliner Kevin Camia. $15 To purchase tickets visit Brown Paper Tickets: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/250209 Location: Heritage Public House 1305 Cleveland Ave. Santa Rosa Ca. Time: Show 8pm. Facebook

Carnival of Chaos- juggling with a unicycle, guitar and bunny ears. It's complicated.

May 26^th, Saturday- Sonoma County’s May Madness JuggleFest Day & Night!!!! Come play with and/or watch some of the best jugglers, unicyclists, and variety artists from around the Bay Area. Several workshops are planned (including beginner workshops for those interested in learning to juggle), so get there early to participate. All skill levels are welcome. DAY at Julliard Park : 9am-6pm, Juggling Show at 4 p.m. Cost: Free (but a $10+ donation will help cover costs) NIGHT at Arlene Francis: Juggle Fest Celebration- an extension of the day long fun. Juggling and various circus arts will be in abundance throughout the night. Beer and wine served, proceeds will help fund the Arlene Francis Center’s new cafe project. 7:30pm-11pm For complete information : http://northbayjugglers.com/May_Madness_JuggleFest_2012.html

May 26 & 27^th, Saturday & Sunday- GENERAL AUDITIONS for the 2012-2013 Season. All roles are available at this time- Adult and Child actor/singers will be seen by appointment only. To see a listing of 2012/13 Season productions click here! See 6^th Street Playhouse website for all Audition requirements and information. Location: Auditions held at G.K. Hardt Theatre, 6^th Street Playhouse 52 W. 6^th Street, Santa Rosa Time: Saturday,May 26^th 12 PM - 8 PM; Sunday, May 27^th 1 PM - 8 PM

May 28th, Monday- S. R. Rural Cemetery Memorial Day Tour. Tours of veterans’ graves will be offered and lemonade will be served. Flags will be displayed on all veterans’ graves. Location: S. R. Rural Cemetery Located at Franklin & Monroe Streets Time: 1 p.m.

May 29^th deadline- Call for Artists for the City of S. R. Rec. & Parks Dept. Fall/Winter 2012-2013 exhibit schedule. Interested artists can apply by submitting an application, available in person at either the Steele Lane Community Center or Finley Community Center or online here . For more information, please contact Tara Matheny-Schuster at (707) 543-4512 or tarams@srcity.org.

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!

Category: Bocce, Entertainment, Events, Miscellany, Public Meetings, West End Artists & Performers | Tags: 6th Street Playhouse, Bocce, Carnival of Chaos, D'Argenzio Winery, DeMeo Park, Heritage Public House, Santa Rosa City Bus, Santa Rosa Rural Cemetery, So. Co. May Madness Jugglefest, The Arlene Francis Center, West End, West End neighborhood | Comments off

BOCCE!! Parade and Marvelous Wonderettes

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Wednesday, May 16th, 2012

Bocce, BBQ & back fence talk! West End Summer Bocce- a special tradition where friends and neighbors gather at the end of the week to socialize at DeMeo Park. The Marvelous Wonderettes (6th Street Playhouse) have been extended- this is a must see show. Great songs, costumes and a talented cast. You don’t want to miss it.

May 18th, Friday- West End Summer Bocce begins! Join your friends and neighbors at beautiful DeMeo Park for bocce, potluck eats and socializing. Everyone is welcomed kids, dogs and well-behaved adults. Bring a dish or beverage to share. Bring layers- jacket, scarf, thermals etc. (it does get chilly). Remember, no glass! Location: DeMeo Park Time: 6 p.m.

Time to Bocce!

May 19th, Saturday 2012 The 118th Annual Luther Burbank Rose Parade and Festival One of So. Co.’s most honored traditions. This year’s theme “Rockin’ Round the Roses”. Location: Downtown Santa Rosa Time: 10 a.m. For more info www.roseparadefestival.com

Luther Burbank Parade

The Marvelous Wonderettes Extended by Popular Demand through May 19^th! This sweet blast to the past follows four high school girls who step in at the last minute as entertainers at their Springfield High School Senior Prom. Directed by Craig A. Miller (A West Ender!) GK Hardt Theatre Location: 6^th Street Playhouse Click Here to Purchase Tickets or call (707) 523-4185.

The Marvelous Wonderettes

May 11th – May 27^th- Souvenir. For more than half a century the name Florence Foster Jenkins has been guaranteed to produce explosions of derisive laughter. As news of her terrible singing spread, so did her celebrity. At the climax of her career her concert at Carnegie Hall in 1944 sold out in two hours. Hilarious and poignant. Location: 6^th Street Playhouse 52 W. 6^th Street Time: See website for showtimes and tickets

Souvenir-about a woman who wanted to sing in the worse way!

May 18^th, Friday- Girl Friday & Chico de Mayo plus Dgiin (jazz world, French Flamenco gypsy). $10 21 yrs + Location: Last Day Saloon Time: 9 p.m. door, 9:30 show
This Sunday is our monthly pug play day at DeTurk Round Barn at 3 p.m. (We revert to our10 am start time June – September)

Last Day Saloon

May 19 & 20^th ,Sat. & Sun. Free electronics recycling event in Santa Rosa. Get rid of that stuff sitting in your closet! Location: Whole Foods Coddingtown Time: 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. Event Flyer

May 23^rd, Wednesday- Water Smart Expo at the Santa Rosa Downtown Market. The Water-Use Efficiency team will showcase rainwater and graywater demonstrations & answer questions rebate programs. You can win a high-efficiency clothes washer or toilet. Location: intersection of 4th and D streets Time: 5-8:30 pm

Water Smart Expo 2012

D'Argenzio Winery is a West End Sponsor

Artist and Performers : Are you a West End performer, artist or other talented individual? Don’t be shy! Share your performance dates and events with the neighborhood. We want to support you. Contact Lea Barron-Thomas at westend @sonic.net

Category: Bocce, Entertainment, Events, Miscellany, Neighbor News | Tags: 6th Street Playhouse, Bocce, Craig A. Miller, D'Argenzio Winery, DeMeo Park, Last Day Saloon, West End neighborhood | Comments off

Dogs, Amgen & Bocce.

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Tuesday, May 08th, 2012

Ahhh! Nice weather, lots of outdoor events and it is almost time for West End Summer Bocce! West End Bocce officially starts on Friday, May 18th at 6 p.m. This week’s offerings-

May 9^th to August 29^th- Wednesday Evenings- Wednesday Night Market. Over 130 vendors, 40 entertainers and bands, dozens of wineries, and tens of thousands of people to downtown Santa Rosa to celebrate Sonoma County. No July 4th Market. Location: Downtown Santa Rosa Time: 5-8:30 p.m.

Souvenir-about a woman who wanted to sing in the worse way!

May 11^th, Friday- Tainted Love. 80s dance hits. Location: Last Day Saloon Time: 9 p.m. door, 10 p.m. show

The Last Day Saloon

May 11^th, Friday- Tour of Wine Santa Rosa 2012 D’Argenzio Winery celebrates the return of the Amgen Tour through Santa Rosa with the Tour of Wine 2012 pre-race party. The winery will offer complementary tasting of its Levi’s GranFondo Pinot Noir, along with live music with “Hand Me Down” featuring the West Ends own Tim Sarter, food, tours and Bocce ball on the Terrazzo. Family-friendly. $20.00 includes 6 wine tastes and 2 slices of pizza Location: D’Argenzio Winery 1301 Cleveland Ave Time: 3pm-9pm Tickets

D'Argenzio Fine Wines

May 11th, Friday- Spring Variety Showcase Chop’s Teen Members will showcase their stories and accomplishments in music, dance, art, comedy and more. Appetizers will be served by the Chop’s Teen Catering Crew. Location: DeMeo Teen Club 509 Adams Street Time: 5:00 – 7:00 p.m

May 13^th, West End Small Dog Hour- A slower, downsized environment for the smaller dog to play in. A great time for small dogs to meet with other small dogs to romp without concern. The West End Small Dog Hour is held the second Sunday of every month right before the W. E. Poodle Party. Rain will cancel the event. Organized by West Ender Lea Barron-Thomas Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park Time: 10 a.m.

W. E. Small Dog Hour

May 13^th, West End Poodle Party. Calling all social Poodles!… it’s time to party. The West End Poodle Party is held the second Sunday of every month. All Poodles, Poodle fusions and Poodle friendly dogs are invited to attend. Rain will cancel the event. Organized by West Ender Lea Barron-Thomas. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park Time: 11 a.m. Facebook

W. E. Poodle Party

Amgen May 13- 20^th2012 Amgen Tour of CA Santa Rosa hosts the opening stage of this 8 day event. The largest cycling event in America, the 2012 Amgen Tour of California is a Tour de France-style cycling road race. Entire race is May 13-20^th. Amgen Tour of CA

Right around the corner:

Opening Night on May 18th!

Epic is a West End Sponsor

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! 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

Category: Animals, Lost Pet, Bocce, Entertainment, Events, Miscellany | Tags: 118th Annual Luther Burbank Rose Parade, 2012 AMGEN Tour of California, 6th Street Playhouse, Animals & Lost Pet, Bocce, CHOPS Teen Club, D'Argenzio Winery, Dog friendly neighborhood, Dog Park, Epic Design Build, West End, West End neighborhood, West End Poodle Party | Comments off

Last Bocce, 9th Street Mural

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Monday, September 19th, 2011

A few photos….

The last West End Bocce night of the season was well attended and the weather was cooperative. It was an evening with great food and company. We took our traditional last photo of the season…. thanks to Brian Howlett for taking our photo. To see more photos from bocce- go to Bocce 2011 in our photo gallery.

The 2011 West End Bocce photo

The 9th Street Mural Community has been completed except for the neighborhood names that will face each neighborhood. We had over 30 volunteers help paint last Saturday!

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. It was a simple project but took a long time to get through the City of Santa Rosa Art in Public Places and CalTrans approval processes. We couldn’t have done it without Tara Matheny-Schuster, Art Coordinator for City of Santa Rosa.

The Mural was funded by a City of Santa Rosa CAB grant. Mario Uribe created the design. ArtStart was on hand to train the volunteers to use the stencils. We would also like to thank: Our wonderful community volunteers. Friedman’s for graciously donating all the paint. The Coffee Girls for providing delicious coffee to our hardworking volunteers. We couldn’t have done it with out you! THANK-YOU! For more photos go to 9th Street Community Mural.

A friendlier place to walk!

9th St. Community Painting Day 2

9th St. Community Paint Day 1

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

Category: Bocce, Clean-up, Miscellany, Neighbor News | Tags: 9th Street Community Mural, Brian Howlett, Denise Hill, downtown santa rosa, Lea Barron-Thomas, Santa Rosa, Sher Ennis, St. Rose Neighborhood, Tara Matheny-Schuster, West End, West End neighborhood | Comments off

Last Bocce this Friday Night!

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Wednesday, September 14th, 2011

One more chance to meet your friends and neighbors at DeMeo Park for West End Summer Bocce. We will take our traditional Bocce photo that night… so be there 6:30 sharp or you will miss it for this year.

West End Bocce 1997

West End Bocce 2007

West End Bocce... last year

West End Bocce is a family and dog friendly event. Bring a dish or drink to share…. plan to enjoy your neighbors and beautiful DeMeo Park. Don’t forget to wear layers… it’s been a chilly year for bocce!

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

Category: Bocce, Neighbor News | Tags: Bocce, DeMeo Park, Lea Barron-Thomas, West End, West End neighborhood | Comments off

Last Bocce, Mural Painting, White Water Rodeo

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Monday, September 12th, 2011

Our last West End Summer Bocce is this Friday… you won’t want to miss it. On Saturday, you can also participate in beautifying the dull, neglected 9th Street overcrossing. Kid fun alert! The White Water rodeo, also on Saturday, promises to be extremely entertaining. Best of all almost everything is right in the neighborhood.

In the West End:

September 16th, Friday- West End Summer Bocce. LAST ONE! West End Summer Bocce. Celebrate the West End- neighbors and friends, great food and bocce in a family & kid environment. Well behaved dogs are invited to attend. Bring food or drink to share. Location: DeMeo Park Time: 6 p.m.

Last Bocce this Friday!

September 17th, Saturday- 9th Street Mural Community Painting Day #2 Help us paint! The St. Rose and West End neighborhoods have joined forces to create a mural for the 9th Street under crossing. The goal is to create an attractive, comfortable, graffiti-free experience for the pedestrian, bike rider, driver or neighbor who may travel through this under crossing. The design, by Mario Uribe, is also easy to maintain by neighborhood volunteers. Help us paint! Snacks and beverages provided. Location: 9th Street Undercrossing. 9th Street between Wilson and Morgan Street Time: 9 a.m. Facebook

Day 1 Volunteers

September 17^th, Saturday- 7^th Annual Kid’s Street Poker Run, BBQ & Car Show. Rev up your engines and go hog wild. BBQ & Car show 2:30- 4 p.m. Poker run 8:30- 10:30. Location: Kid St. 709 Davis- www.kidstreet.org register for poker run.

September 17^th- 24^th- Creek Week. A week long series of walks, bike rides and activities for all ages. This will be a time of fun and adventure, with educational activities for everyone at your local creeks and nature areas. Creek Week event: September 17^th, Saturday- Whitewater Rodeo On Santa Rosa Creek (all ages welcome) Build a toy boat and race it down Santa Rosa Creek. Don’t have time to build a boat? Materials and assistance will be available to build your own vessel that morning. Wear shoes that can get wet. Laughs and prizes, everyone is a winner! Boy Scouts and Lifeguards will be on hand to demonstrate their skills and provide water safety. For more info: Alistair Bleifuss at 543-3845 or ableifuss@srcity.org Time: 10:30 a.m.- noon Location: Meet at the Pierson Street bridge (near # 5 Pierson Street between W. 3rd and W. 6th Streets) Creek Week

September 18^th- Pug Play Day 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

September 18th, Sunday- The Great Burro Studios presents Rock-Cital 17 featuring So. Co. Youth Rock bands (a variety of rock covers) All ages. Location: Last DaySaloon 120 Fifth Street Time: 12 p.m.- 7 p.m.

Other:

September 14^th -Solar Thermal Workshop – Clean Energy Series Workshop. Held every 2^nd Wednesday until December. Location: 25 Stony Point Road, UFO Bldg., Room M Time: 6-7 p.m. For more info: CEA

September 16^th & 17^th, Friday and Saturday- S. R. Rural Cemetery Lamp Light Tour. Walk at night through Santa Rosa’s oldest cemetery to see and hear all new dramatic portrayals of some of our city’s early settlers. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a flashlight. Location: S. R. Rural Cemetery- Tours leave from the McDonald Gate. Time: For ticket and times go do S. R. Rural Cemetery Events

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: Bocce, Clean-up, Entertainment, Events, Miscellany, Neighbor News | Tags: 9th Street Mural project, Bocce, DeMeo Park, downtown santa rosa, Kid St. Poker Run, Last Day Saloon, Lea Barron-Thomas, Railroad Square, Santa Rosa Creek, West End, West End neighborhood | Comments off

Painting, Movies & Poodles

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Sunday, September 04th, 2011

The last West End Summer Movie night at De Turk Round Barn is THIS Friday night. Thanks to Paul and Veronica for providing this great event to our neighborhood!

Two more weeks to enjoy bocce on Friday night. Roll up your sleeves and help beautify the dull and drab 9th Street under crossing. There will be two painting days- first one is this Sunday at 10 a.m.

September 8th, Thursday- “The Way Things Go” First in the Great Communities movie series at the Share Exchange focusing on urban sustainability and happiness. On the 8th, West Ender Russ Scarola will host evening that features a few inspiring short films followed by a group pow wow to figure out what fun and fantastic recycled materials we can use for an upcoming art installation in Santa Rosa. This is Russ’s SSU grad project! Movies and discussion every Thursday. Later sessions will explore specific communities around the world.$5 General Admission, $3 Share Ex. Members. Location: Share Exchange 531 5th Street Time: 6:30- 8:30 p.m.

Great Communities Series

September 9th, Friday- Spirited Away. West End Summer Movie- LAST ONE! Watch movies under the stars. Movie schedule posted on DeTurk Park Bulletin Board (by dog park) Bring a blanket, warm clothes and friends. Free Popcorn. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Park 819 Donahue Street Time: Movies start at dark- 8:30 to 9 p.m. As soon as it is dark enough to project. If it rains, the event is canceled. Questions? Email Paul or Veronica at jordanpoling@gmail.com

September 10th, Saturday- Roots Americana Folk Music – food, beer, vendors, two stages of music, and an area for folks to bring instruments and jam. This weekend music by Arann Harris and the Farm Band, The Dirt Floor Band, Mr. December and more. Location: Santa Rosa’s Courthouse Square! Time: 4-7pm.

September 11th, Sunday- West End Poodle Party. A Sunday social for Poodles- they can bring their owners too! West End Poodle Party is held every second Sunday at 11 a.m. at DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park. Poodles, Doodles, Poodle fusions and any Poodle friendly dog invited. Facebook Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park Time: 11 a.m.

September 11th, Sunday- 9th Street Mural Community Painting Day Help us paint! The St. Rose and West End neighborhoods have joined forces to create a mural for the 9th Street under crossing. The goal is to create an attractive, comfortable, graffiti-free experience for the pedestrian, bike rider, driver or neighbor who may travel through this under crossing. The design, by Mario Uribe, is also easy to maintain by neighborhood volunteers. Help us paint! Bring your own paint roller or we’ll have one for you. Snacks and beverages provided. Location: 9th Street Undercrossing. 9th Street between Wilson and Morgan Street Time: 10 a.m. facebook

9th St. Ready for paint

Do you have a West End or Railroad Square related announcement? Announcements can be emailed to Lea Barron-Thomas at westend@sonic.net

Category: Bocce, Clean-up, Entertainment, Events, Miscellany, Neighbor News | Tags: 9th Street Mural project, Lea Barron-Thomas, Paul Poling, Russ Scarola, veronica, West End, West End neighborhood, West End Poodle Party, West End Summer Movie Night at DeTurk Park | Comments off

Last bit of July- Fair, Music, Art

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Monday, July 25th, 2011

So much to do- and all of it close by! It’s the peak of Summer- enjoy the weather and all the delightful events offered in Downtown. As always- you can join your friends and neighbors EVERY Friday at DeMeo Park for West End Bocce and you can “Wine Down” every Thursday at D’Argenzio Winery.

July 27th- August 14th- Sonoma County Fair. Good Ol’ fashioned fun. This year is the 75th anniversary- so opening day has a special procession starting at Wednesday Night Market and ending at the fair. Participants will receive free admission. There’s also free red, white and blue hats to create a living flag out of fairgoers. Fireworks too! Great local music choices: Miss Kitty and the Big Dogs, The Fondettes, Mad Maggies, Shannon Rider, The Don Giovannis and more. Check out www.sonomacountyfair.com for full schedule, hours, shows and info.

Hall of Flowers

July 27th, Wednesday- 95.9 The KRUSH & the North Bay Hootenanny … present The Pick-Me-Up Music Revue with Travis Hendrix & The Blessed Moonshiners. (Folk, Americana, bluegrass, country etc) The entire family can come out and enjoy local foot stomping 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

July 29th, Friday-”Field of Dreams” at West End Summer Movie Nights at DeTurk Round Barn- Watch movies under the stars. Movie schedule posted on DeTurk Park Bulletin Board (by dog park) Bring a blanket, warm clothes and friends. Free Popcorn. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Park 819 Donahue Street Time: Movies start at dark- 8:30 to 9 p.m. As soon as it is dark enough to project. If it rains, the event is canceled. Questions? Email Paul or Veronica at jordanpoling@gmail.com

July 30th, Saturday- Art Round Up. Benefit Art Auction for Art Start- local renowned artists and one of a kind art by the Artstart apprentices. Artwork by Todd Barricklow, William Smith, Tara Matheny-Schuster, Sally Baker and many, many more. Music and food. Tickets are $40. Available at http://artstart.us/auction Location: DeTurk Round Barn 819 Donahue Street Time: 7-10 p.m.

July 31st, Sunday- Live at Juilliard. Performers: Solid Air. 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

Miss Kitty and the Big Dogs

Miss Kitty bandmembers Tim Sarter & Dennis Sherman

Green Home Tours

Is your home Green? Would you like to brag? You can apply to have your home star in the Green Homes Tour on October 2^nd. The City of Santa Rosa’s Clean Energy Advocates and Solar Sonoma County are organizing a Green Homes Tour on October 2^2nd– Energy Efficiency and Solar in Santa Rosa! Learn how to make your home green, speak with experts, and enter the raffle to win prizes! Visit: www.srcity.org/SRGreenHomes. If you would like your home or another home to be considered for the tour email CEA@srcity.org

Artist and Performers : Are you a West End performer, artist or other talented individual? Don’t be shy! Share your performance dates and events with the neighborhood. We want to support you. Contact Lea Barron-Thomas at westend @sonic.net

Category: Bocce, Entertainment, Events, Miscellany, Neighbor News | Tags: Art Round Up Art Start, DeTurk Round Barn, downtown santa rosa, Green Home Tours, Miss Kitty & the Big Dogs, Paul Poling, Sonoma County Fair, Tim Sarter, Todd Barricklow, Veronica Jordan, West End, West End neighborhood, West End Summer Movie Night at DeTurk Park, William Smith Santa Rosa Artist | Comments off

Late July- Art, Music & Film

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Monday, July 18th, 2011

Pace yourselves because it’s a busy Summer. Everyone loves West End Summer Bocce at DeMeo park every Friday evening. The hardest thing, of course, is deciding what other events to go to- there’s so many and they are all within walking distance.

July 20th, Wednesday- Downtown Market. Rosie Explorer Tours: Franco American Bakery, a 100 year tradition.- The West End’s own Carol Dean will lead tour. http://srdowntownmarket.com Location: All tours leave at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. from E and 3rd Streets by the downtown library and Farmer’s Market. Time: 6 p.m. or 7 p.m. tour

July 22nd, Friday- CHOP’s Annual Art Gala. The Side by Side Professional Artist Series features professional and teen art works “Side by Side”. Free to the public. Tasty hors d’oevres provided by Chop’s Teen Catering Crew. Location: Chop’s Teen Club 509 Adams Time: 5-7 p.m.

July 24^th, July 31st, August 7^th & August 14^th. Live at Juilliard. 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

July 21-24^thRialto Film Festival The July film festival features 4 documentaries. Each one is very different and the show times vary- so checking in with the Rialto Cinema’s website is a must. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 seniors and children. Location: All films will be shown at the 6^th Street Playhouse. Times: Varies check out website. http://www.rialtocinemas.com/index.php?location=lakeside

“Nostalgia for the Light” For his new film, master director Patricio Guzman travels 10,000 feet above sea level to the driest place on earth, the Atacama Desert, where atop the mountains astronomers from all over the world gather to observe the stars. While at the foot of the mountains, women search for the remains of their loved ones- political prisoners, that “disappeared” after the military coup of September, 1973. Times: July 21 Thu 6pm; July 23 Sat 7:45pm; July 24 Sun 1pm
“These Amazing Shadows” What do the films Casablanca, Blazing Saddles and West Side Story have in common? Besides being popular, they have also been deemed “culturally, historically or aesthetically significant” by the Library of Congress and listed on The National Film Registry. THESE AMAZING SHADOWS, an 88-minute documentary, tells the history and importance of the Registry, a roll call of American cinema treasures that reflects the diversity of film, and indeed the American experience itself. Times: July 21 Thu 8:15pm; July 23 Sat 3pm; July 24 Sun 5:15pm
“The Desert of Forbidden Art” The incredible story of how a treasure trove of banned Soviet art worth millions of dollars is stashed in a far-off desert of Uzbekistan develops into a larger exploration of how art survives in times of oppression. Times: July 22 Fri 6pm; July 23 Sat 1pm; July 24 Sun 3:10pm
“ The Big Uneasy” The first documentary by long-time “mockumentarian” Harry Shearer, The Big Uneasy follows three remarkable people–the leaders of two scientific investigation teams, and one whistleblower–as they reveal the true story of why New Orleans flooded, and why it could happen in your town, too. Times: July 22 Fri 8:15pm; July 23 Sat 5pm; July 24 Sun 7:30pm

Movie under the stars.

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: Bocce, Entertainment, Events, Miscellany | Tags: ArtStart, Carol Dean, DeTurk Round Barn, Franco American Bakery, Rialto Cinemas Film Festival, West End, West End neighborhood, West End Summer Movie Night at DeTurk Park, William Smith Santa Rosa Artist | Comments off

Fireworks, Bocce and Creek

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Thursday, June 30th, 2011

Rain?! What the heck was that about? Well, never mind. Summer is in full swing.

The West End Neighborhood Association Bicycle Parade and BBQ is on July 16th, Saturday. Mark it on your calendars! The Bike parade will start at 1 p.m. at DeMeo Park. BBQ will start at 3 p.m. at DeMeo Park. Don’t forget to decorate your bike!

West End Bike Parade- July 16th. Don't forget to decorate!

Bocce, wine and friends- Every Thursday night 4- 8 p.m.- D’Argenzio Winery holds Wine Down Thursday…. they have just finished they bocce courts and they are awesome. Every Friday night- West End Summer Bocce. Celebrate the West End- neighbors and friends, great food and bocce in a family & kid environment. Well behaved dogs are invited to attend. Bring food or drink to share.

July 1- Summer Nights at Railroad Square. A Summer Street Party featuring wine tasting, live music, outdoor dining, crafters and art. The event is free, with wine tasting available for $20 with proceeds benefiting local non-profit organizations. Location: Historic Railroad Square- 4^th Street from Wilson to Davis Street. Time: 6- 9 p.m. For more info: http://snrrs.com

July 2^nd- First Saturday Clean up This Independence Weekend also celebrate your interdependence by cleaning up the Creek. The Creek is part of our water supply, provides us with recreation, contributes to wildlife habitat and the peace of mind of a babbling brook. Come join us Saturday. We will clean the Creek and if anybody is interested do some weeding and cleanup at the park. Lunch will be provided, pizza. So come join us as we take care of most valuable asset. Stan Gow Stan@1Saturdaycleanup.org Location: Meet at Olive Park near foot bridge Time: 10 a.m. First Saturday Clean Up

First Saturday Clean Up

July 3rd, Sunday- Go for a Train Ride. West Ender Andre Siedentopf and the Redwood Empire Live Steamers invite you to come for a train ride this 4th of July weekend. Mention you saw invitation on Facebook and you’ll get 1st ride FREE. Only a $1 a ride after that. The Redwood Empire Live Steamers is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving Sonoma Counties Railroad history through the re-creation, in miniature, of railroad equipment and historic landmarks. Location: Youth Community Park 1500 Fulton Rd Time: 12- 4 p.m. Facebook

Come for a Train Ride.

July 4th, Monday – RED, WHITE & BOOM! S. R. Fireworks Celebration Food, Drinks, Live Music – A family-friendly Community Celebration Event! Presented by S. R.’s Police Officers & Firefighters and Active 20/30 Club #50. Proceeds benefit Schools Plus to help save Spring Sports Programs! NOTE: No glass, alcohol, dogs, BBQs, personal fireworks or pop-up tents ~ No tailgating please. Admission: $7 – Adults & kids 13+ / $3 – Kids 6-12 / Free – 5 & under / Parking: $5 Location: So. Co. Fairgrounds Carnival Area Lawn Organization: Active 20 30 Club, S. R. Police Officers Association & S. R. Time: Gates Open 4pm; Music @ 5pm; Fireworks at 9:30pm/DarkContact: David Hagele Phone: 707-578-7800 Website: www.santarosaredwhiteandboom.com

Happy 4th of July!

June 30-Sept 29 Lunch in the Sculpture Garden
Enjoy the Sonoma County Museum’s new Evert B. and Norma Person Sculpture Garden every Thursday. A food truck will be at the museum serving gourmet crepes and light entertainment/workshops are scheduled! Small admission fee will apply. Free to members. Location: So. Co. Museum 425 7th St. Time: 11:30am-1:30pm sonomacountymuseum.org

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We had a stupendous opening day for Bocce last Friday. The weather was glorious and the food was wonderful. You can join us every Friday night at DeMeo Park. For photos: Facebook or West End Photo Gallery

A listing of events and happenings for the last part of May:

Ahhh! Nice weather, lots of outdoor events and it is almost time for West End Summer Bocce! West End Bocce officially starts on Friday, May 18th at 6 p.m. This week’s offerings-

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One more chance to meet your friends and neighbors at DeMeo Park for West End Summer Bocce. We will take our traditional Bocce photo that night… so be there 6:30 sharp or you will miss it for this year.

The last West End Summer Movie night at De Turk Round Barn is THIS Friday night. Thanks to Paul and Veronica for providing this great event to our neighborhood!

Two more weeks to enjoy bocce on Friday night. Roll up your sleeves and help beautify the dull and drab 9th Street under crossing. There will be two painting days- first one is this Sunday at 10 a.m.

So much to do- and all of it close by! It’s the peak of Summer- enjoy the weather and all the delightful events offered in Downtown. As always- you can join your friends and neighbors EVERY Friday at DeMeo Park for West End Bocce and you can “Wine Down” every Thursday at D’Argenzio Winery.

Pace yourselves because it’s a busy Summer. Everyone loves West End Summer Bocce at DeMeo park every Friday evening. The hardest thing, of course, is deciding what other events to go to- there’s so many and they are all within walking distance.

Rain?! What the heck was that about? Well, never mind. Summer is in full swing.

The West End Neighborhood Association Bicycle Parade and BBQ is on July 16th, Saturday. Mark it on your calendars! The Bike parade will start at 1 p.m. at DeMeo Park. BBQ will start at 3 p.m. at DeMeo Park. Don’t forget to decorate your bike!