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Songwriters in the Round and other events
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Monday, April 26th, 2010

The Bocce Cleanup was a wonderful warm up to the season. Neighbors worked, socialized and ate bake goods from the West End Charter School bake sale. Opening night for Bocce is Friday May 14th. West End Neighborhood Yard sale this Saturday May 1st. (rain date May 8th).

Bocce Clean up Group

Bocce Clean up Group

Monday April 26th 6 p.m.-  Museum on the Square public meeting. The proposed project will adapt and reuse 520 Third St. (aka AT&T building) for cultural, commercial and residential. For more info: Bill Rose City of S.R. project planner- wrose@srcity.com.  Location: City Council Chambers at City Hall.

Wednesday April 28th at 8 p.m.- Songwriter Showcase: Rob Heath, Ken Risling ( West End artist) and Mike Ehlers. An evening of great acoustic, original music from seasoned songcrafters. The “songwriters in the round” format will keep all three artists on the stage in rotation, trading songs and stories.  Ken Risling’s songs have won numerous awards. With a warm manner and inviting voice, he is perhaps best known for delivering heartfelt tales. Ken’s songs range in genre from folk, country, 50’s blues, swing to modern rock. Location: Hopmonk Tavern 230 Petaluma Ave, Sebastopol.

Songwriters in the Round

Friday April 30th at 4:30 p.m.- Chops Teen Club Variety Showcase. The evening will showcase Chop’s teen member’s accomplishments in music, dance, fashion, art, martial arts and more. Appetizers will be served by the Chop’s Teen Catering Crew. Performances will take place from 5:00- 6:16 p.m. Come for the entertainment and experience the Chop’s Teen Club mission in action. Please RSVP to info@chopsonline.com or call Kathy Denton at (707) 284-2467. Chop’s

Saturday May 1st 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.-  West End Neighborhood Spring Yard Sale Time for Spring Cleaning! Empty out those closets and garages. (Rain Date is May 8th). $5 donation if you would like to participate- this covers costs of ads, signs that will be put up (and taken down) on the day of sale. Want to purge but don’t want to sell? The West End Charter School yard sale welcomes your donations. Drop them off at 127 W. 6th Street from 4-6 p.m. on Thursday, April 29th.

West End Yard Sale

West End Yard Sale

Sunday May 2nd Noon to 6 p.m. The Second Annual Mostly Python. The Toad will be closing 5th Street down and have bands and brilliant actors performing brilliant sketches. A day to remember, special menus and vast quantities of beer. Toad in the hole.

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April 24 & 25th- clean ups, Amber Lee and more
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Tuesday, April 20th, 2010

Spring is here and there are lots of ways to enjoy the outdoors. The West End is home to many gifted artists and performers. Take note of the many opportunities to support our local talent.

The West End Charter School has two fund raisers (see below) – a bake sale on Bocce clean up day and a yard sale. They welcome your support through donations and purchases. Questions? email to info@WECS.us

Don’t Forget! May 1st, Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.- The West End Neighborhood Spring yard sale. Time for Spring Cleaning! Empty out those closets and garages. (Rain Date is May 8th). $5 donation if you would like to participate- this covers costs of ads, signs that will be put up (and taken down) on the day of sale. Want to purge but don’t want to sell? The West End Charter School yard sale welcomes your donations. Drop them off at 127 W. 6th Street from 4-6 p.m. on Thursday, April 29th.

West End Garage Sale

West End Garage Sale

April 24th, Saturday at 11 a.m.- Bocce Court Clean up at DeMeo Park. A yearly tradition, spruce up the courts for the West End Summer Bocce Season. Bring tools, gloves and don’t forget the sunblock.  Plan to have a snack because the West End Charter School will hold a bake sale at the clean up.

Everyone can help clean up the courts.

Everyone can help clean up the courts.

Good times!

Good times!

April 24th, Saturday 9 a.m. to noon- Earth Day on the Greenway ( ages 5 to adult). Celebrate Earthday’s 40th birthday on the Prince Memorial Greenway. Help with a clean up of S. R. Creek, native plant care and trail Maintenance. Tools and refreshments provided. Location: Meet at the Olive Park footbridge. More info? Contact Alistair Bleifuss at 543-3845

April 25th, Sunday 8 p.m.- Amber Lee Baker, song writer, Accordion-ista, Vocalist and West End musician will perform at Aubergine After Dark.  For more on Amber Lee, click here!

Amber Lee Baker

Amber Lee Baker

April 25th, Sunday  4-9 p.m.-  North Bay Film & Art Collective – Sustainable Food Short Film Finale. A showcase of short films, some locally-produced, focusing on sustainability, ethics and community in relation to how we produce our food.  99 Sixth Street

April 25th, Sunday 10 a.m.- Keep the Tour 10 k Fun Run- A widepread effort and campaign to help the Amgen Tour of California continue to be a successful and integral part of our Santa Rosa community. For walkers or runners, the fun run starts on Third Street (@ B St.) in the heart of downtown Santa Rosa and follows a six mile loop along the scenic Prince Memorial Greenway before finishing near the entrance to Gateway Park, just a few short blocks from lots of fun and festivities in Old Court House Square. Sign up at keepthetour.com.

Every Sunday Night – West End DJ Katie Vrooman has a new specialty radio show called  “Great Dames, Vintage Chicks,” a collection of torch singers, big band singers and jazz vocalists from the 1930’s- 1960’s. Katie hand selects all the music from the show and talks about it as well. You can also hear Katie on Monday- Friday during mid-day- But the Sunday night show (10 p.m. to midnight) is about female singers who “carry the torch”. The KRUSH 95.9

More West End talent and events  next week, all events now listed on calendar.

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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DeTurk Round Barn, This weekend
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Friday, April 16th, 2010

De Turk Round Barn Park now under construction- The area on the south side of the park is being cleared for the new dog park. The West End Historic Rose garden will be moved to a new location. More info, dates and details to follow!

New dog park site

New dog park site

Gina Stateler-Calhoun & Cesca Wellman- Rose Garden crew

Gina Stateler-Calhoun & Cesca Wellman- Rose Garden crew

Don’t forget! Saturday April 24th at 11 a.m. Bocce Court Clean up at DeMeo Park-  Bring tools and gloves. Don’t forget your hat and sunblock.

Good things to do this weekend:

April 17th, Saturday at 8 p.m.- The Traveling Hillbilly Blues Band featuring cast members from the recent 6th Street Playhouse production of “Hank Williams, Lost Highway”. The musicians are Tahmus Rounds, Jim Peterson, Chris Rovetti, West End neighbor Tim Sarter and Dave Zirbel. Excellent musicians and a great show. Don’t miss it! At Aubergine After Dark, 755 Petaluma Ave. Sebastopol $5 cover charge The Traveling Hillbilly Blues Band

The Traveling Hillbilly Blues Band

The Traveling Hillbilly Blues Band

April 18th, Sunday 3 p.m.- Pug Play Day at DeTurk Round Barn Park. Watch masses of playful pugs cavorting around. Other friendly dogs and breeds are invited to attend. Join the Pug Play Day mailing list for lots of interesting information including Pug adoption/rescue opportunities. Lisa Howard lhoward@sonic.net

(Entire event list on previous West End Update or on West End calendar).

West Ender in the News – Gwen Riddell Certified Nurse and Midwife  See Press Demo Article

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.

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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West End Bocce is coming!
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Saturday, April 10th, 2010

West End Summer Bocce is right around the corner. Your West End Neighborhood Association dues pay for the lavatory for our Summer Bocce season. Pay your dues by Pay Pal on our website or mail your check, payable to the West End Neighborhood Association to : Dan Wright, 512 Jefferson Street, Santa Rosa CA 95401. $10 suggested but any amount appreciated.

April 24th, Saturday- Our Annual Bocce Court clean up is at DeMeo Park from 11 a.m. Bring tools, gloves and don’t forget a hat and sunblock.

May 14th, Friday night. Bocce Season Opening night. Time for Summer nights with your friends and neighbors at beautiful DeMeo Park. Bring food and drink to share. Fun event for everyone. Well-behaved dogs are welcomed.  Starts around 6 p.m.

View over the "parking lot" on Bocce night

View over the "parking lot" on Bocce night

Time for Spring Cleaning! Empty out those closets and garages for the West End Neighborhood Spring yard sale.  May 1st Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Rain Date is May 8th).$5 donation if you would like to participate- this covers costs of ads, signs that will be put up (and taken down) on the day of sale.

West End Garage Sale

West End Garage Sale

West End DJ Katie Vrooman has a new specialty show that airs on the Krush 95.9 on Sunday nights from 10 p.m. to midnight. It’s called  “Great Dames, Vintage Chicks,” a collection of torch singers, big band singers and jazz vocalists from the 1930’s- 1960’s. Katie hand selects all the music from the show and talks about it as well. You can also hear Katie on Monday- Friday during mid-day- But the Sunday night show is about female singers who “carry the torch”. The KRUSH 95.9

West End Feral Cat Colony update. There are approximately 30 cats in this colony and most of them have been fixed, given shots and flea protection (at no cost!) from Forgotten Felines. West End Neighbor Charly Thomas has set up feeding stations. Contributions for Forgotten Felines or cat food to Charly would be greatly appreciated.  These cats eat just over 3- 25 lb bags of cat food a month. Drop off food (25 lb Costco bag of adult cat food preferred) at 124 W. 6th.

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.

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SMART site meeting, Handcar art & calendar dates
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Tuesday, March 02nd, 2010

Spring is just around the corner. Time to get active. Mark these important dates on your calendar.

March 3, Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.- City of S. R.  Neighborhood Meeting for New Railroad Square Project (SMART site). Meeting location: Chop’s DeMeo Teen Club, 509 Adams Street. You are invited to attend a meeting regarding the New Railroad Square Project. The project is a proposed mixed use, transit-oriented development- the complete 291,000 SF project will ultimately be developed to over 4 distinct blocks.To be discussed: A Conditional Use Permit for Alcoholic beverage sales, Outdoor dining, Restaurant serving alcohol, Residential- single family attached and parking structure abutting residential.  New Railroad Square Neighborhood Meeting Questions or comments to Bill Rose, City of S. R. , Senior Planner   wrose@srcity.org or 707-543-3253

March 4, Thursday 4 to 6 p.m. Opening night for “Side Show- Art of the Handcar Regatta Join with the entire Hand-Car Regatta Crew in celebration: artists Todd Barricklow, Kernan Coleman, David Farish, Andy Graham, Theresa Hughes, Muir Houghton, Krank-Boom-Klank, Gene McClelland, C.D. Payne and Tony Spiers at    Sonoma State University • University Art Gallery • 1801 East Cotati Ave • Rohnert Park  Side  For more info: Click Here!

Side show- Art of the Hand car Regatta

Side show- Art of the Hand car Regatta

March 5th, Friday- Street Sweeping. Move your cars off the curb for early morning cleaning of debris and leaves. This is especially important during the rainy season.

Important  Calendar dates:

March 18th, Thursday at 7 p.m.- West End Neighborhood Association- Spring Meeting. Join your neighbors to socialize and get updates. Special guests are Sonoma County Supervisor, Shirlee Zane & S. R. Police Chief Tom Schwedhelm. Location:  Assistance League of So. Co. New to You shop, 5 W. 6th Street

April 24th, Saturday at 11 a.m.- West End Annual Bocce Court cleanup at DeMeo Park. Neighbors prepare the courts for our Summer bocce season. Bring tools and gloves. Don’t forget a hat and sunblock.

May 1, Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.- West End Neighborhood Garage sale. It’s time for Spring Cleaning! Join your neighbors in reducing storage and making room. The garage sale will be publicized- if you would like to participate pitch in $5 to help cover the costs. Rain Day – May 8th.

May 14th, Friday 6 p.m.- West End Summer Bocce season begins. Join your friends and neighbors to dine, dish the dirt and, of course, play bocce! Bring food or drink to share. Everyone is welcomed. A good event for children and well-behaved dogs. Season ends on Sept. 17th.

Opening night 2009

Opening night 2009

All events are posted on the West End Neighborhood Calendar Click Here!

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West End News- this week
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Thursday, October 22nd, 2009

Saturday, October 24th, 2009- Railroad Scare!! A family and dog friendly event in Historic Railroad Square. Join your friends and neighbors at Depot Park for a Children’s Pumpkin Parade (11 a.m.) a Scare-dy Dog Parade (1:30 p.m.). Railroad SCARE!! Poster and info

Nissan Public Art Project- The intersection of Santa Rosa Avenue and South A Street will soon be home to one of three proposals, now on display at the Santa Rosa Plaza Mall until Oc tober 25th.  For complete project details- click here!     You are invited to view the artists’ maquettes, designs and other display material they provide. Public comments are welcomed! Slide show of proposals but it doesn’t really do them justice. Click here!

Railroad Corridor Clean up- We would like to thank the Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit District (SMART) for thoroughly cleaning up the Railroad Corridor. West End residents and business owners greatly appreciate having this area clean and safe.

For all things West End- check out the West End Neighborhood website- click here!

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West End and downtown events- This week
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Friday, October 02nd, 2009

West End- Sunday, October 4th- West End Full Moon Tour Discover the Secrets of the West End.  Travel to a different time, immerse yourself in the aroma of freshly baking sour dough, enjoy the music from another era-  all under the full moon of the West End. You won’t want to miss this one of a kind event.   The tour includes a musical performance by the Fondettes at Stark’s Steakhouse.  Stark’s will be offering a special Happy Hour menu and a West End Full Moon Cocktail. The walking tour begins at 6:15 p.m. at Depot Park in Railroad Square, Santa Rosa. Entire Tour will last about 3 hours- walking portion about 2 hours.  Tickets are $10 Buy tickets here! Contact Allen Thomas at  moontour@sonic.net for more info.

The West End Full Moon Tour T-Shirt

Full Moon Tour Photo Gallery

The West End where urbanism, preservation, art and people come together.

Railroad Square-

October 3rd, Saturday  9 a.m. to noon- Prince Memorial Greenway clean up. Location: Meet at the Sonoma Outfitters store at 145 West Third Street, Santa Rosa.  The staff at Sonoma Outfitters has started regular trail maintenance and creek clean ups and asks all outdoor aficionados to pitch in to prepare the creek for the winter rains. They’ve  been collecting some very nice gifts and prizes to hand out to volunteers. Get out and enjoy our fabulous weather!

October  3rd Saturday  9:30 a.m. —Walk About Santa Rosa St. Rose Historic Neighborhood and West SRJC Neighborhoods led by Denise Hill, St. Rose Historic District. Meet at Court House Square. Special Points:  Walks are mainly flat paved terrain. Wear walking or hiking shoes. Comfortable, layered clothing. Bring water. No smoking on walks. Notify leader if you need to leave group.  Walk about Santa Rosa

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Interesting Information
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Tuesday, August 11th, 2009

Free e-waste recycling event Saturday August 22, 2009 8:30 am- 4:30 pm Park & Ride at River Rd.  16405 Hwy. 116 (across from Safeway) Guerneville (in the parking lot)
This is your opportunity to safely dispose of old computers, TVs and other consumer electronics. See link or flyer for more information.

www.recyclenow.org August E waste Recycling event

Sonoma County Statistics- 2009 Demographic Profile- Did you know that for every 1000 Sonoma County residents that:

600 Are native Californians
488 Are employed
412 Are married
357 Drive to work alone
210 Speak a language other than English at home
122 Are 65 and older
91 Live in poverty
40 Have less than a 9th grade education
5 Are grandparents caring for grandchildren
1 Is in the armed forces

For more interesting facts, statistics, historic trends and future projections 2009 Sonoma County Demographic Profile

City of Santa Rosa Merit Awards Do you know an individual or a group who should be rewarded for contributing to the quality of life to Santa Rosa?  The city of Santa Rosa would like to recognize these folks for their outstanding volunteer work and contributions. Take a moment to fill out a nomination. It’s a wonderful way to thank them. City of Santa Rosa Merit Award

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This Week- Downtown and Railroad Square events
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Wednesday, July 08th, 2009
It’s all within walking distance if you live in the West End!

See photos of last week’s Walk About Santa Rosa featuring the West End Neighborhood and SMART site.

SRPD Bike Patrol answers questions about their downtown beat.

SRPD Bike Patrol answers questions about their downtown beat.

Railroad Square/ Downtown:

July 8th, Wednesday 5 to 8:30 p.m. Downtown Market Downtown Market info

July 10th, Friday from 6-7:30pm danceSonoma Meet & Greet at the Glaser Center, 547 Mendocino Avenue

West End resident, Dancer and Dance instructor Katherine Gallagher, invites you to attend and learn more about danceSonoma and how you can get involved. danceSonoma is the dance arm of Arts Council of Sonoma County and is a diverse coalition of teachers, choreographers, performers, and dance enthusiasts. Wine & hors d’oeuvres  and information will be available.  Find out more about upcoming events including Master Classes, Dance Trails, and the northWave Dance Fest and how you can get involved! danceSonoma for more info.

July 11th, Saturday 9 a.m. to Noon SANTA ROSA CREEK CLEAN UP DAY…Meet at Sonoma Outfitters, 145 Third St, Santa Rosa

Join Sonoma Outfitters for Santa Rosa Creek clean-up day at the Prince Memorial Greenway where it passes through Historic Railroad Square. Volunteers will enjoy prizes, shopping discounts, refreshments, and a chance to learn more about this precious resource.
A  Creek Stewardship Program expert will give info on creeks, riparian habitats and aquatic and terrestrial species living along Sonoma County’s streams and rivers. Get ready to pick up trash, pull weeds, clear debris from the ramps and stairs and much more!  Tools, gloves, bags and everything else will be provided. Sound like fun? Bring sunscreen and a friend! Help keep the trails handicap accessible and beautiful for all. Thanks, Jay Knick Sonoma Outfitters 145 3rd. Street Santa Rosa, Ca. 95401
www.sonomaoutfitters.com

July 12, Sunday Live at Juilliard, Summer Concert Series 5 to 7 p.m. This week- The Pulsators.  Extend the weekend, come and enjoy a picnic dinner on a summer Sunday evening. All performances are free! Full Concert Calendar

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First West End Summer Bocce Tonight!
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Friday, May 15th, 2009

Meet your friends and neighbors this Friday night at DeMeo Park for socializing, snacking and sizzling hot Bocce competition. Starts around 6:30 p.m. Everyone welcomed. Please observe Park rules, no glass. This year’s Bocce shirts are now available for purchase on the website and at Bocce night! Mood Music!

West End Bocce Nights Tee

West End Bocce Nights Tee

Last Saturday’s Bocce clean up was a huge success. Several hardworking neighbors spread wood chips and fresh bocce mix to make DeMeo Park ready for this year’s season. Bocce mix and lavatory has been donated by the West End Neighborhood Association. Your dues at work!

For Bocce photos, Full Calender and all things West End visit: West End Neighborhood

The Hennepin Crawler is in the Luther Burbank Parade and needs flowers for decoration. Flowers need to be tough enough to last 15 hours. Red and white colors most preferred. The Krank Boom Clank crew- David Farish, Dan Kirby, Clifford Hill & Skye Barnett  could also use help in decorating. For more info or questions contact:   Krank Boom Clank

Hennepin Crawler

Hennepin Crawler

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