Archive for the Category ◊ Bocce ◊

• Thursday, May 26th, 2011

Every Friday night- West End Summer Bocce at DeMeo Park at 6:30 p.m. Meet your friends and neighbors at our beautiful park to gossip, grub and game! Bring a dish to share.  The West End Neighborhood Association has procured a use permit that allows us to to drink a little wine (in the true Italian style) while we play bocce. The permit is only for Friday Night Bocce and folks participating in the event. This is a family and dog friendly event. No glass in the park as per park rules. Location: DeMeo Park  Time: 6:30 p.m. See Bocce 2011 Photo Gallery

Don't miss W. E. Summer Bocce!

May 27th Friday, · FML: An Evening with Conspiracy-A-Go-Go, Sharky Coast, & ANANTA. This is your chance to see the West End’s own amazing ANANTA Fiddle Hooper! (www.anantafiddlehooper.com) . Coffee, donuts, music in and intimate environment. All ages. No Cover. Location: My Friend Joe’s Coffee Shop 1810 Mendocino Ave.  Time: 7:00pm – 9:30pm

West End updates and announcements:

West End Movie Night at DeTurk Round Barn Park is coming! Paul & Veronica have a whole summer schedules of movies.  First Movie is on June 3rd- Toy Story 3- More info to follow.

West End Kid’s Talent Show- If you missed it… see the video. It was a great show. Thanks to Jacqueline Smith for this great event. You can see the video on the West End Facebook Page.  VIDEO

Thank you to all my awesome West End neighbors for the roses and offer of roses for our Rose Parade float. It turned out great!! Check out the to the photo album. Like our club ( Redwood Empire Live Steamers Interactive Museum) if you want!! Thanks again, Andre Siedentopf

Fun Bike Unicorn Club wins award at Luther Burbank Rose Parade. Congrats! 1st and 2nd place winners: 117th Luther Burbank Rose Parade Self Propelled — Group: Sonoma County Bicycle Coalition; FBUC: Fun Bike Unicorn Club Press Democrat

Fun Bike Unicorn Club (Very busy last weekend) were highlighted at WIRED. (Great photo of Skye Barnett too) Zombie-Defense Tech, Post-Apocalyptic Bikes Rule Maker Faire

6th St. Underpass gets funding Press Democrat

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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• Friday, May 20th, 2011
Don’t forget, the Kid’s Talent Show on Sunday.

May 22nd, Sunday Children’s talent show We have a few local kiddos (and need more) that want to show off their talents. Allen and Lea have graciously offered to host the kid’s talent show on Sunday, May 22 about 3pm. It will be a small “low key” talent show. Please bring a kid, an act and some wine or a snack to share.  Smiles, Jacquie    Any questions, ideas or RSVP to  jacquelinedl@earthlink.net

West End Summer Bocce is off to a good start. We had about 70 folks who came to share food, talk and play bocce. If you didn’t make it tonight… it’s okay because  it’s every Friday night. We will see you next time. Bocce photos

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• Thursday, May 19th, 2011

Ahhh… good times are just ahead. Bocce season is opening Friday Night and there’s a summer full of fun events ahead.

Friday Night, May 20th- West End Summer Bocce begins. It’s finally time to spend wonderful nights at DeMeo Park! Bocce is a most incredible social event- and lucky for us it is EVERY Friday night! Bring a dish to share.  The West End Neighborhood Association has procured a use permit that allows us to to drink a little wine (in the true Italian style) while we play bocce. The permit is only for Friday Night Bocce and folks participating in the event. This is a family and dog friendly event. Location: DeMeo Park  Time: 6:30 p.m. See Bocce 2010 Photo Gallery

Last Year's Opening Night

Other upcoming events to put on your calendar. These are the best Summer offerings, many feature West End Artists and they are all within walking or biking distance:

July 16th, Saturday- West End Neighborhood Annual BBQ and Bicycle Parade. Decorate your favorite human powered contraption and ride in the parade! (Remember- 18 years and younger must wear bike helmets.)  BBQ to follow.

The 2010 Bike Parade

The 2010 Bike Parade

 

June 12th, Sunday-  3rd Annual Mostly Python. Silly people take to the streets to be silly…..Live Monty Python skits from the “TOAD PLAYAS”,live bands,food,beers in the street.holy grails,fun ,frivolity and good times in the street outside the Toad.

June 10th- 12th- Harmony Festival. Maxfield Arts and the Fun Bike Unicorn Club (FBUC) present an exciting new attraction for Harmony Festival 2011 titled The Steampunk Garage, including Santa Rosa-based builders also known as Whiskeydrunk Cycles, Todd Barricklow, Krank-Boom-Clank and The Feed Barn, all of whom are intimately entwined with the North Bay’s popular annual Hand-car Regatta. Ananta De Tally plays on June 12th.

July 10th- August 14th -Live at Julliard. Every Sunday evening- enjoy live music in a beautiful setting. Most important dates (featuring West End artists!) July 10th- Miss Kitty and the Big Dogs, August 14th- Quarter Mile Combo. Two awesome bands you will not want to miss! 

September 25th, Sunday- The Great West End and Railroad Square Handcar Regatta. Not to miss… and don’t forget to buy your tickets now. Handcar Regatta

Membership Dues for the West End Neighborhood Association help pay for the costs of running the website, our meetings and events. Do you support the West End Neighborhood Association? If so, pay your dues! $10 suggested but any amount appreciated. Pay directly from the website or send check (payable to West End Neighborhood Association) to Dan Wright, 512 Jefferson Street.

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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• Tuesday, May 17th, 2011

West End neighbor, Stan Gow was featured in the Press Democrat for his great work in cleaning up the Creek. Stan’s First Saturday Clean Up happens every month and is listed in the West End Calendar. You are always invited to lend a hand. Press Demo Creek Cleanup Crews For more info http://firstsaturdaycleanup.org

 

Somewhere, Under the rainbow....

Somewhere, Under the rainbow....

This week’s calendar:

May 18th, Wednesday – Neighborhood Meeting with BoDean Co., Inc. Suppliers of Quality Aggregates & Asphalt. Meeting to discuss health concerns with operation.  Call Allen Thomas for addl. info (707) 477-8422. Location: 1060 N. Dutton Ave.  Santa Rosa Time: 7 p.m. BoDean Co info at  www.bodeancompany.com

May 20th, Friday- West End Summer Bocce opens. It’s HERE! West End Summer Bocce starts THIS Friday. Starting May 20th you can count on Bocce  EVERY Friday night in the Summer in beautiful DeMeo Park. Meet your neighbors and friends for a few hours of chatting, snacking and, of course, bocce. Location: DeMeo Park (Corner of W. 7th and Polk Street) Time: 6:30 p.m.

West End Bocce Nights

West End Bocce Nights

May 21st, Saturday-  117th Annual Luther Burbank Rose Parade. This is one of Sonoma County’s most honored traditions and one of the oldest and largest events of its kind in Northern California. Parade starts at 10 a.m. REMEMBER! You can ride with Whiskey Drunk cycles ( see Critical Corn Facebook invite) or So. Co. Bicycle Coalition (See their calendar- wear a “hoe down” outfit)   2011 Rose Parade Route for more info Click Here!

May 22nd, Sunday Children’s talent show We have a few local kiddos (and need more) that want to show off their talents. Allen and Lea have graciously offered to host the kid’s talent show on Sunday, May 22 about 3pm. It will be a small “low key” talent show. Please bring a kid, an act and some wine or a snack to share.  Smiles, Jacquie    Any questions, ideas or RSVP to  jacquelinedl@earthlink.net

West End Kids have lots of talent!

West End Kids have lots of talent!

Remember, low key and fun is the idea. Kids can sing, play the kazoo, lip sync, recite a poem, perform magic tricks, tell jokes, act in a skit with other kids, juggle or display tricks they’ve taught the dog.

May 23rd Monday- Bike in Movie E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial. So Co. Bicycle Coalitions Annual Bike-In Movie. The event features free, secure valet bike parking! Snacks and beverages available for purchase. Admission is $5 – $15 sliding scale.  The event will include raffle drawings and E.T. Trivia! Note: please remember to bring your bike lights, and remember that children under 18 are required by law to wear bike helmets when riding. Location: 6th Street Playhouse (52 West 6th Street) Time: Doors open at 5 p.m. for the 6 p.m. screening. Sonoma County Bicycle Coalition

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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• Tuesday, May 10th, 2011
It’s still spring… but it’s starting to feel like summer. The West End is in bloom- take a walk and check it out! The Wednesday night market is starting and West End Summer Bocce is right around the corner.
Michael's gorgeous organic flower garden

Michael's gorgeous organic flower garden

For more West End gardens and blooms- check out the photo gallery. Click here!

May 11th to August 31st (On Wednesday nights)- Santa Rosa Downtown Market. Street Fair and Farmer’s Market Every Wednesday Night for 17 weeks. Rosie Explorer Tours leave at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. from E and 3rd Streets. Live Music. Location: 4th Street from B to D Street Time: 5- 8;30 p.m. http://srdowntownmarket.com Note: Rosie Explorer Tour will feature the DeTurk Round Barn: An Old Stable’s New Live. Tour led by Bill Montgomery.

May 11th, Wednesday- Movie at Arlene Francis Center- Dr. Strangelove or How I Stopped Worrying and Loved the Bomb. 1964- Directed by Stanley Kubrick. Come enjoy food, drink and a movie with friends. Dr. Strangelove info $3-$5 donation to the Arlene Francis Center. Location: Arlene Francis Center 99 Sixth Street Time: 8:15 p.m.

May 12th, Thursday- Bike to Work Day.  The 17th annual Bike to Work Day is a day for residents to put their car keys aside, grab their helmets, hop on their bicycles and ride to work.  ”Energizer Stations” are located along Bay Area county commute routes where bicyclists can stop for refreshments, giveaways, and bicycling information or simply to be ‘cheered on’ by fellow participants. Energizer Stations will be open during morning commute hours. The closest “Energizer” station for West Enders will be at Railroad Square and open from 6-9 a.m. Find out about other Bike Month events and how to register for the raffle at: Sonoma County Bike Coalition

May is Bike Month events flyer

May 12th, Thursday- Wine Down Thursday Nights. Every Thursday, meet your friends and neighbors at  an Urban Winery Village, featuring D’Argenzio Winery and more.  Music, wine, foodie trucks. Location: S. R. Vintner’s Square 1301-1305 Cleveland Ave. Time: 4- 8 p.m.

SR Vintner's Square Production Vinters

SR Vintner's Square Production Vinters

May 13th, Friday- Michael Jackson Thriller Tribute Party featuring Foreverland. A thumping 14 piece show band that pay tribute to Michael Jackson’s music. Can you remember where you put that sequined glove?… because M.J. and Zombie attire are encouraged. Pop Rock. $10 advance, $13 day of show- $10 IF in zombie or MJ attire. Location: Last Day Saloon Time: 9 p.m. door, 9:30 show

May 15th, Sunday-Pug Play Day Pug Sunday is always the third Sunday of the month – unless the weather is uncooperative. (NOTE: June – October we meet at 10 a.m. – NOT 3 p.m. This is because of the heat).   Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park Time: 3 p.m.

May 20th- September 16th- West End Summer Bocce.  It’s almost here! Every Friday Night throughout the summer, friends and neighbors gather at beautiful DeMeo Park for food, gossip and, of course, Bocce! The West End Bocce crew prepped the cousts on Saturday. Good job, Guys!

2011 Bocce Court Crew- Kelly, Wil, Sky and Matt

2011 Bocce Court Crew- Kelly, Wil, Sky and Matt

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- sometimes more because we are so blessed. We want to support you. Contact Lea Barron-Thomas at  westend @sonic.net

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• Tuesday, March 01st, 2011
Since the early 1970s, Monty Montague of TeeVax Appliance was a force behind Railroad Square’s rebirth. He was also an enthusiatic aficionado of Bocce and Petanque. In fact, Monty joined us at our first West End Bocce Nights in the late 1990s- to help us learn how to play. He also attended our West End Neighborhood Association meetings. Farewell Monty, you will be missed but you will be remembered.

The Montague Family has said their farewell to their beloved patriarch and invites you to celebrate his life on Sunday, March 6, 2011 at the Church of One Tree, Juilliard Park between Noon and 3:00pm.


Richard Edward “Monty” Montague


Passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday February 27 with his family by his side at 93 years old. Monty was the loving and dedicated husband for 72 years to
his wife Ruth. He leaves behind their five children – Edward, Sandra, Michael, Patrick and Ann Montague-Tremblay. He is survived by his two daughters-in-laws, five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Monty was born on February 11, 1918 in Oakland, Ca. the last of five children to Anne (Saint Martin) and Samuel Montague. He attended Saint Anthony’s Catholic School, Oakland High School and graduated from Saint Mary’s College High School in Berkeley.
Monty and Ruth were married on January 1, 1939. Monty was a veteran of the US Army Signal Corps where he ran the field communication school. In 1949 the family moved to Santa Rosa where they began their family business Monty’s Home Service now TeeVax Home Appliance & Kitchen Center by purchasing 3 ABC Omatic washing machines. They kept one, sold the second to a relative and sold the third from their front porch. The first large contract Monty fulfilled was with the State of California.
He drilled many fence post-holes along Hwy 101 back in 1949. This gave Monty & Ruth the needed capital to get the appliance business going.
Monty was active in the Boy Scouts of America as a leadership partner for Troop 53. He volunteered with repairs and upgrading at Camp Noyo and Camp Navarro. Monty was active with the Knights of Columbus in Santa Rosa. Around 1955 Monty joined the Tomales Sailing Club which later became Santa Rosa Sailing Club. He served as commodore and also helped organize the annual Labor Day Regatta at Marshall Beach, Tomales Bay. Monty participated in the construction of the original boat house at Lake Ralphine and taught sailing lessons in the early years. He passed his love of sailing to his 3 sons, Ed, Mike and Pat.
After Monty moved the family business to lower 4th St in 1973, he was instrumental in the formation of the Historic Railroad Square Association and worked with the city of Santa Rosa on the area improvement plan. He restored the historic Lee Brothers 1906 building at 100 4th Street to replicate the originally design. This building was the first to be rebuilt after the 1906 earthquake in Santa Rosa which was leveled to the ground. Today, TeeVax is located at 422 Wilson Street which Monty purchased the rundown warehouse & bar building in 1984 then had it restored to what it is today.
In 1997 Monty received the prestigious merit award from the city of Santa Rosa for community service and for neighborhood enrichment in 2004.
Monty enjoyed gardening throughout his life especially establishing roses. In years past when he was doing service calls and saw a rose he liked, he received permission to take a clipping and grew a rose bush at home for Ruth to enjoy. The variety of colors and scents was endless. He also loved to play Bocce ball and with the help of the city built four Bocce courts in Juilliard Park. A good day for Monty was on the Bocce court showing the children how to play the game he loved.
All are invited to celebrate Monty’s life, Sunday March 6 at the Church of One Tree in Juilliard Park from 12:00 to 3:00 with food, stories and photos. A Bocce tournament and demonstration will be scheduled at a later date in his memory. Monty would have loved this celebration in sharing the many elements of his life and introducing the game of Bocce to his many friends.
Monty has lived a full life traveling the world with friends and family and will be missed by all.

Monty helped us establish the original West End Bocce Nights in the late 1990s

Monty helped us establish the original West End Bocce Nights in the late 1990s

Monty gives bocce instruction at DeMeo Park

Monty gives bocce instruction at DeMeo Park

Monty and his family at a Railroad Square Event

Monty and his family at a Railroad Square Event


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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• Tuesday, October 05th, 2010
A little West End News…

October 9th, Saturday. Medicine Making Workshop. Join Rachel & Carissa for an afternoon of herbal lore and medicine making. $30-$40 sliding scale. Please RSVP to bikemama@sonic.net Time: 3-5 p.m.  Location: 310 Boyce Street

Medicine Making Workshop

October 10th, Sunday- October West End Poodle Party. A time for Poodles and their owners to socialize. Pretty Prancing Poodles parade around the Park! Lots of fun. Dog park has water available. Limited seating is available. Facebook Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park  Time: 11 a.m.

October 17th, Sunday- Santa Rosa Pugs play day. “Pug-O-Ween” party. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park Time: 3 p.m.  For more info: Lisa Howard

Welcome to our new sponsor- The Last Day Saloon! The Last Day Saloon in Railroad Square has great entertainment in a top quality nightclub- the best sound system and largest dance floor in the area. Also a restaurant and a great place to do “Happy Hour” (Thursday – Saturday 4PM – 7PM) See October’s Music Calendar

West End Bocce- The Encore!- We just needed one more… the evening was warm and the food was plentiful. It was a nice to see everybody. Thanks to Clifford for suggesting it.

Night Bocce

Night Bocce

Congratulations to the Great West End & Railroad Square Handcar Regatta. They won a Boho award awarded to people and entities in the North Bay have made a true and deep impact on our arts community. Here’s a great article Universe Next Door They also won an Honorable Mentions in the Readers Picks for Best Festival and Best Outdoor Art Event.

Rail Cars Update Two of the rail cars, located for years on the SMART site, have departed for the North Coast Timber Museum. Two remain. Press Democrat

Railcar heading to its new home

Rail car heading to its new home

The West End Calendar has a full listing of events, West End Artists and performer dates, meetings and other dates of neighborhood interest.

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• Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010

West End Bocce & West End Movie Night at DeMeo Park- The weather was kind and thus our last Bocce and Movie night were well attended and enjoyed by all. We took our yearly photo under the Paradox Walnut tree- biggest group ever. Everyone brought food- fresh garden tomatoes, home baked pie, cobbler & cookies, wonderful BBQ meats and more. Lights added a festive glow to the bocce courts and park.  Ben Rosales, a professional photographer, took beautiful pictures of the last night. West End Bocce is a special time to gather with friends, family and neighbors. Thanks to Guy Dean,  Allen Thomas, Heather Rosales & Kernan Coleman. These folks were the stalwart backbone that always put in an extra effort to make Bocce wonderful for everyone.  Paul & Veronica Jordan are the force behind the West End Movie nights. To see more photos from the 2010 Bocce season, click here!

The Official 2010 Bocce Group Photo!

The Official 2010 Bocce Group Photo!

West End Poodle Party- The DeTurk Round Barn Park’s incredible dog park is a delight for dogs and their owners. Pug Play Day has gathered there for years. The West End Poodle party is a new group that is meeting for doggie socialization. It’s a pretty awesome sight to see a pack of Poodles! We also had other doggie friends- Doodles, Bichons, a Chinese Crested and more. For more dog park photos, Click Here!

A Posse of Poodles

A Posse of Poodles

3rd Annual Alley Cat Race & Food Drive- In spite of the rain, many gathered at the Toad in the Hole for the Alley Cat Race. Bike riders were given a map and food items to collect- and the race was on! There was a raffle with the biggest prize, a bike, going to Hilary. (A West End newlywed, she’s lucky in love too!) This was another fabulous Kelly Cowan production- the food collected benefited the Redwood Empire Food Bank. For more photos from this event- Click Here!

3rd Annual Alley Cat Race & Food Drive- Kelly Cowan

3rd Annual Alley Cat Race & Food Drive- Kelly Cowan

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

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• Thursday, September 16th, 2010
Yes, it has come at last. Our final evening of  West End Summer Bocce & our last Movie Night at DeMeo Park. A moment of silence… and then remember to put it on your calendar and be there!

Last Bocce traditional photo

2009 Bocce photo

New neighbors meet up at Bocce

New neighbors meet up at Bocce

September 17th, Friday- West End Summer Bocce The LAST ONE!!!  Our tradition is to take a group photo under the tree. We will take the photo around 6:40- before it’s too dark. So be on time and dress to impress. In addition to our standard group shot, we will attempt to get a “kids only” group photo.  Bring food to share. Bocce is an all age, dog friendly event. To keep the event enjoyable and comfortable for all- please remember to observe Park rules: No glass, dogs on leashes. The West End Neighborhood Association has procured a Special Alcohol Permit and Lavatory for West End Summer Bocce. Wear layers for chilly nights. West End Bocce is also on facebook . Location: DeMeo Park  Time: 6 p.m.

Pat brought his folks for a visit

Pat brought his folks for a visit

After Bocce

September 17th, Friday- West End Movie Night at DeMeo Park. Last movie night of the year! Join your neighbors this Friday night at 8:15 pm (when it’s dark enough) to watch the movie Princess and the Frog in DeMeo Park.  (Movie details here and parental advisory here ) Bring a blanket & such to sit on and keep warm with. We will return to having free popcorn to share this time. (Thanks Paul and Veronica for this wonderful event!)

More Bocce details: We will bring all the “lost & found” items to bocce for one last time. There  will be tickets available for purchase to Earle Fest (Saturday, Sept. 25th $20 advance purchase) . It will be a great outdoor concert. A West End Neighbor works at the Earle Baum Center and one of the bands, St. Peterbilt,  features one of our favorite West End musicians, Justin Barr.

Happy Birthday to Shirley! She celebrated her special day in fine style at DeMeo Park with her family and friends and neighbors. (Even the SRPD came by to check on Shirley.)

Shirley and her family at DeMeo Park

Shirley and her family at DeMeo Park

Shirley and SRPD bike patrol

Shirley and SRPD bike patrol

Mural Meeting recap- The community meeting for the Mural for the 9th Street Under crossing was very well attended! Thanks to everyone who participated and gave their input. It’s a better project because you took the time to care. We have a growing list of volunteer painters. We will keep you updated as this project goes through the approval process.

Mario Uribe explains the two designs

Mario Uribe describes the two designs

Everyone voted for their favorite design & colors

Everyone voted for their favorite design & colors

Neighborhood Watch Suggestion- “You might let people know about 2 ways of notifying easily! 1. speed dial SR police as your 1 #. Not 911, that # is Vallejo CHP dispatch 2. program the police # in your phone under…acop. It is the first # on your list. 3.  program your emergency persons contact# under ICE= in case of emergency”.  Missy

There are other events and happenings this weekend. Look at the previous updates or the West End Calendar has a full listing of events, West End Artists and performer dates, meetings and other dates of neighborhood interest.


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• Tuesday, September 14th, 2010

September 14th, Tuesday (Tonight!)- Community meeting about the 9th Street Mural. Give your input on the final colors and designs for the mural. This is your chance to provide input- be there or miss your opportunity. Neighborhood volunteers will actually paint the mural. We want a show of hands for volunteer painters. Location: CHOPS 509 Adams Street  Time: 6 p.m.

September 15th, Wednesday- Pros and Cons of State Ballot Measures presented by the League of Women Voters of So. Co. Location: S. R. City Council Chambers at City Hall 100 Santa Rosa Ave. Time: Refreshments 6:30 p.m. ;  Program 7-8:30 p.m.

Pros and Cons kickoff of State Ballot Measures

September 17th, Friday- West End Summer Bocce and… LAST ONE!!! We will be taking our group photo- so dress to impress. Meet your friends and neighbors at beautiful DeMeo Park. Bring food to share. Bocce is an all age, dog friendly event. To keep the event enjoyable and comfortable for all- please remember to observe Park rules: No glass, dogs on leashes. The West End Neighborhood Association has procured a Special Alcohol Permit and Lavatory for West End Summer Bocce. Wear layers for chilly nights. West End Bocce is also on facebook . Location: DeMeo Park  Time: 6 p.m.

…Movie Night. Last movie night of the year! Join your neighbors this Friday night 9/17/2010 at 8:15 pm (when it’s dark enough) to watch the movie Princess and the Frog in DeMeo Park.  (Movie details here and parental advisory here ) Bring a blanket & such to sit on and keep warm with. We will return to having free popcorn to share this time. (Thanks Paul and Veronica for this wonderful event!)

September 17th, Friday- 6th Street IMPROV! Trained actors take suggestions from the audience and perform on-the-spot stories, songs & scenes. Location: 6th Street Playhouse Time: 8 p.m.

September 18th, Saturday- 6th Annual Motorcycle Poker Run & Classic Car show & BBQ. Benefits Kid Street’s K-6 Grade Charter School. Music, BBQ, Car show and more. $27 before 8/18/10, $30 after. Location: BBQ & Car show at Kid Street School 709 Davis Street. Poker run registration get info at www.kstreet.org Time: Gates open at 1 p.m. BBQ at 3 p.m.

Kid Street BBQ, Car show & Poker run

Kid Street BBQ, Car show & Poker run

September 18th, Saturday- West End Poodle Party. Poodles and their owners  meet for socializing and play. Water provided at park. A chair might be a good idea. As always, other friendly breeds are welcomed to attend.  Get on the email list or join Facebook Group Contact Lea Barron-Thomas for more info. Location: Dog Park at DeTurk Round Barn Park  Time: 11 a.m.

September 19th, Sunday- 3rd Annual Alley Cat Bike Race & Food Drive. Our good friend Kelly Cowan has once again pulled together a great event. Come on by The Toad with your bike, to cruise or race, to local stores for canned goods. Lots of great prizes, people and beers.Fun all around.  Come to race or just cruise the course or just sit in the pub drinking. The raffle includes two great bikes donated by “whiskeydrunk cycles” and “bike czar”and plenty more schwag! All the proceeds and the food will be donated to the Redwood empire food bank. Location: Toad in the Hole 116 5th Street   Time: Race starts at 3.00pm with sign ups beginning at 2.00pm.

3rd Annual Alley Cat race & food drive

3rd Annual Alley Cat race & food drive

The West End Calendar has a full listing of events, West End Artists and performer dates, meetings and other dates of neighborhood interest.

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