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Last Bocce, 9th Street Mural
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• 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 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 place to walk

A friendlier place to walk!

 

9th St. Community Painting Day 2

9th St. Community Painting Day 2

9th St. Community Paint Day 1

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!

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Last Bocce, Mural Painting, White Water Rodeo
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• 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!

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

Day 1 Volunteers

September 17th, Saturday- 7th 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 17th- 24th- 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 17th, 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 18th- 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 14th -Solar Thermal Workshop – Clean Energy Series Workshop. Held every 2nd Wednesday until December. Location: 25 Stony Point Road, UFO Bldg., Room M Time: 6-7 p.m. For more info: CEA

September 16th & 17th, 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

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9th Street Mural- 2 Days to Help us paint!
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• Wednesday, September 07th, 2011
The St Rose and West End Historic Districts have joined together to paint a mural at the 9th street underpass – the intersection of our neighborhoods. 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. Friedman Home Center donated the paint and EVERYONE is invited to participate.

9th St. Undercrossing- BEFORE mural

9th St. Undercrossing- BEFORE mural

 

Day 1

September 11th, Sunday- 9th Street Mural Community Painting Day   - this is the easy day and we don’t need as many volunteers as we will need on the 17th. We’ll be painting the background color. Volunteer to paint or just stop by to check it out. Snacks and beverages provided. Location: 9th Street Undercrossing. 9th Street between Wilson and Morgan Street Time: 10 a.m. facebook

Day 2

September 17th, Saturday- 9th Street Mural Community Painting Day This day will be more challenging and exciting. We will be working with the actual design templates. ArtStart will show us how.   Snacks and beverages provided. Location: 9th Street Undercrossing. 9th Street between Wilson and Morgan Street Time: 9 a.m. facebook

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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Painting, Movies & Poodles
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• 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

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

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


 

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Fireworks, Bocce and Creek
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• 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!

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- 4th Street from Wilson to Davis Street. Time: 6- 9 p.m. For more info: http://snrrs.com

July 2nd- 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

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.

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!

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

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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Bocce, Stan Gow and Talented kids
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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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10th & Ripley “Green Projects” on Saturday
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• Friday, May 13th, 2011
May 14th, Saturday-  Help us green 10th Street (Upper West End). 2 events on the Corner of 10th & Ripley

Whole House Energy Assessment 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.  at 103 10th Street

Front Yard Renovation  1:00 – 4:00 p.m. at 125 10th Street

Whole House Energy Assessment There will be a demonstration of a Whole House Energy Assessment that shows how to gather the information to make a priority list of improvements to improve energy efficiency.  The Goal being to improve the health and safety of your home and along with that save some money over the long term.  We all think of new windows to fix our problems in reality sometimes simple measures like caulking can improve our house significantly for a little money and time.

Front Yard Renovation Friends and neighbors are coming together to help each other with a Front Yard Renovation on 10th Street.  You are welcome to stop by 1:00 – 4:00 pm at 125 10th Street.  Donate some muscle or just say hi.  We’ll have refreshments to keep you cool. The project includes clearing weeds (mostly weed-whacked the day before), laying shade cloth and cardboard, placing plants, and covering the whole thing with mulch. Volunteers can bring gloves and shovels (pointy or flat) and/or cardboard.

What is this all about? 10th Street denizen Jessica Hetherington was inspired to find a local West End project for the 350 Home & Garden Challenge (sponsored by iGrow Sonoma and Daily Acts).  Have you seen Jessica’s yard blooming at 10th and Ripley?  We all know it’s hard to tame Bermuda grass (is that possible?) and sometimes things can get so out of control it’s just plain overwhelming.  The goal of this project is to help our neighbors on the path to having an easier to care for and sustainable yard/garden.  Jessica has worked through the 350 Home & Garden Challenge to find donations of mulch and plants –thank you Jessica!

We hope to see you on Saturday!!  Contact Jennifer Watson if you have any questions: watson_jennifer@yahoo.com.

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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Saturday Creek Cleanup, Bike Month
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• Friday, May 06th, 2011
The weather is gorgeous- get out and clean up the creek or perhaps ride your bike. Dog Park users… a special reminder to observe the park hours (6 a.m. to 9 p.m.) and to keep the noise down in early morning and evening hours. This is a neighborhood park with homes nearby- be kind to our neighbors. Lastly- Buy your Regatta tickets now… we all love this event and $5 is more than worth the price of admission.

Tomorrow!! May 7th, Saturday- First Saturday. On the first Saturday of every month, you can help take care of the Santa Rosa Creek that flows right by the West End. It only takes an hour or two. After the cleanup, First Saturday volunteers will enjoy pizza at DeMeo park.  Please bring utensils so we may keep our trash impact low. Contribution to lunch, desserts, fruit and appetizers are always welcome. Don’t forget to wear a hat and sunblock and bring water! Location: Meet at Pierson Bridge Time: 10 a.m.

May 8th, Sunday- West End Poodle Party. Time for all Poodles to come out and play! The West End Poodle Party is on the second Sunday of every month. Poodles and Poodle-friendly dogs are invited. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park Time: 11 a.m.

Octo-Poodle wants to party

May Is Bike Month- a month long celebration to encourage and inspire everyone to ride their bikes.  Highlights of the month include: May 12th Bike to Work Day, May 22nd- Pedal in Rose Parade, May 23rd Bike-In Movie.    For more info: Sonoma County Bicycle Coalition

May is Bike Month Event Flyer

Got your REGATTA tickets yet? This is the best event in Santa Rosa and just minutes from out doors. West End residents receive a special discount- $5… that’s CRAZY CHEAP to support and attend this stupendous celebration.  BUY Great West End and Railroad Square Handcar Regatta Tickets. ( Pssst- password is: historicwestend) The Great Handcar Regatta

Dog Park Reminders: Dog park hours are 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Be considerate of neighboring residents- keep your voices down and dogs quiet in early morning and evening hours. We must all take responsibility to keep this dog park a positive neighborhood feature.  For more info: Dog Park Rules,  DeTurk Park Info

Morning and night is time for quiet play at dog park

Morning and night is time for quiet play at dog park

FYI Here’s the rental info for the DeTurk Round Barn:

DeTurk Rental Info

DeTurk Rental Info

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.

The West End Neighborhood calendar features events, theater, music, meetings and other items that you might find of interest. To find a complete listing of everything in one place, check out the calendar.


 

 

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end of March
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• Tuesday, March 29th, 2011
It’s called “The Sun” and it’s finally out. Hooray! Go out this week and stay dry… what a concept.

West End Summer Bocce – Opening date announced- It’s finally here. Opening night is on Friday, May 20th at 6 p.m.

West End Summer Bocce is coming soon!

West End Summer Bocce is coming soon!

Did you lose a kitten? Hi- I live on Pierson street and a tuxedo kitty wandered onto my back deck last night. He’s about 2-3 months old, very sleek with short black hair, a white chest and stomach and white sox on all four feet. Purrs all the time, very aggressive for petting. I hope the owner can reclaim him soon.   Terrie  415 794 9139  (yes I know it’s an SF area code but I’m in Santa Rosa)

Roaming Pit bulls FYI- Just wanted to let you/neighborhood know there were two pit bulls on the loose Sunday morning (March 27th)  on W. 7th  (approx. 8-8:30a.m.).  One was brown and one was brindled.  They attacked one of our cats on my mom’s porch and would have torn her apart if my husband had not gone out to chase them away.  They seemed a bit aggressive.  When Josh chased them away, they headed off towards Trowbridge and then west.  We called animal control, but I doubt they were able to find them.  I’m guessing they went back home.

Event and Happenings Highlights-

March 30th, Wednesday – The Pick Me Up Music Revue featuring local artists The Courtney Janes, Juan Boulder, Heather Van Cleve & Tessa Rissacher .

JUAN BOULDER is an acoustic string band that plays a mix of old-timey, bluegrass and folk-rock. Band members are: Karen Frindell-Teuscher: banjo, vocals; Kevin Teuscher: bass, vocals Preston Booker: guitar, vocals; Brian Carlisle: fiddle; Bob Murnane: mandolin. (Yes! That’s Bob Murnane West End Business owner) Folk music. $5 21 yrs +. Location: Last Day Saloon Time: 7 p.m. door, 7:30 show. The Last Day Saloon is a West End Neighborhood Association sponsor.  Murnane Floors is a West End Neighborhood Association sponsor.Thank-you for supporting our neighborhood.

Juan Boulder

March 31st, Thursday- Wine Down Thirsty Thursdays with Foodie Truck Relax mid week with a glass of wine, a cigar and a bit of “street food”.  D’Argenzio Winery presents Wine Down Thirsty Thursdays every Thursday night. Facebook. Location: Santa Rosa Vintner’s Square (An Urban Winery Village) 1301-1305 Cleveland Ave. On Corner of Cleveland Ave and Ridgway, 2 blocks north of College ave. 1/2 mile north of Old Railroad Square district Time: 4- 8 p.m.  D’Argenzio Fine Wines is a West End Neighborhood Association sponsor. Thank-you for supporting our neighborhood.

April 2nd- First Saturday Clean up Help take care of restored Santa Rosa Creek flowing through the heart of downtown on the first Saturday of every month. The Greenway provides a home for river otter, kingfishers, egrets, and steelhead trout as well as parks, public art, and recreation along the six mile creek trail. Work and then have pizza afterward. Please bring utensils so we may keep our trash impact low. Contribution to lunch, desserts, fruit and appetizers are always welcome. Location: Meet at Olive Park Time: 10 a.m. First Saturday Cleanup

April 2nd. Gabby La La at Aubergine’s After Dark ~ EAT THE ART ~ A Cornucopia of Live Music, Live Comedy, Paintings, Puppets & Mixed Media. Paintings, puppets, & mixed media art displays by local artists Featuring live musical performances by… GABBY LA LA , THE CRUX and more. Film premiere of Eat The Fish Presents “Go Get Your Gun”, Special screening of the new Gabby La La music video. Gabby La La band members are Gabby La La, Zachary Morris, Ananta De Tally (West End Artist and performer! ) and Josh Fossgreen.   $10 cover 18+ Location: Aubergine After Dark 755 Petaluma Avenue Time: Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Ananta- West End Artist. Fiddler, Hula-Hooper

Ananta- West End Artist. Fiddler, Hula-Hooper

Gabby La La at Aubergine After Dark

Gabby La La at Aubergine After Dark

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April 2nd, Saturday The 3rd annual Japenese Art Festival. Japanese themed art, food and performance art will be donating a percentage of art sales and bake sale proceeds to recover efforts in Japan. Free. Location: South of A Art District, Near Julliard Park  Time: 1 p.m.- 4 p.m.

Japanese Art Festival

Japanese Art Festival

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

 

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Welcome March!
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• Thursday, March 03rd, 2011
March will bring  Mardi Gras, the first day of Spring and our first West End meeting in the DeTurk Round Barn. Always lots to do in and around the West End. Here is a sampling of events and entertainment for early March. The West End calendar has more events, meetings and entertainment dates Click Here!

Thursdays Nights in March 4- 8 p.m. mean Wine Down Thirsty Thursdays at D’Argenzio Winery/ Santa Rosa Vintner’s Square.  It’s a great time to mingle, drink wine, perhaps enjoy a cigar. It’s all up to you. Enjoy the dining from the Foodie truck. Location: Santa Rosa Vintner’s Square 1301- 1305 Cleveland Ave  Time: 4- 8 p.m.

Wednesdays  Nights in March at 7 p.m. mean The Pick Me Up Music Revue at the Last Day Saloon. Enjoy local and traveling folk and Americana musicians- shows produced by The North Bay Hootenanny. Location: Last Day Saloon 120 5th Street Time: Doors open at 7 p.m.

March 4th, Friday- The Final Scene A romp that will keep you on the edge of your seat. A soap opera diva works hard to avoid her impending doom in the script. Will she live, end up in a coma or find herself on the unemployment line? Written by local playwright Gene Abravaya. March 4th- March 27th. Location: 6th Street Playhouse 52 W. 6th Street Time: See website for show times and ticket info. 6th Street Playhouse

The Final Scene March 4th- March 27th

The Final Scene March 4th- March 27th

March 4th, Friday- First Friday Night Sky are programs are offered on the first Friday of the months September through December of 2010; and, February through May of 2011. These programs, offered at 7:00 and 8:30pm, will be the only planetarium presentations given on these first Friday weekends. First Friday Night Sky content will vary with emphasis on the stars, constellation, planets, and other interesting facts in or about the sky that night. Although admission is free; donations to support SRJC’s Planetarium are gratefully appreciated. Seating will be on a first-come, first-served basis; so arrive early enough to pick up your free parking permit, return it to your vehicle, and arrive back in the planetarium by the scheduled start time. Location: SRJC, Santa Rosa Campus,  Lark Hall Room 2001 Time: See website for time and details SRJC Planetarium

March 5th, Saturday- First Saturday Cleanup Help take care of restored Santa Rosa Creek flowing through the heart of downtown on the first Saturday of every month. The Greenway provides a home for river otter, kingfishers, egrets, and steelhead trout as well as parks, public art, and recreation along the six mile creek trail. Work and then have pizza afterward. Please bring utensils so we may keep our trash impact low. Contribution to lunch, desserts, fruit and appetizers are always welcome. Location: Meet at Olive Park Time: 10 a.m. First Saturday Cleanup

March 5th, Saturday- Amber Lee and the Anomolies with Gillian Underwood. Lovely and local, Amber Lee will delight you with her accordion, loop-pedal, glockenspiel, and odd percussion instruments.   Neo-Folk-Accordion-Cabaret  Location: Toad in the Hole Time: 9:30 p.m. Amber Lee Baker

March 9th, Wednesday- FREE Workshop: “Killing Two Birds With One Stone – Saving Energy by Saving Water” – Monthly Clean Energy Series workshops hosted by the Clean Energy Advocate (CEA) start March 9th from 6-7p.  Click here to RSVP. The CEA is a pilot program within Sonoma County which provides an independent, unbiased advocate to assist homeowners in navigating the renewable energy, energy efficiency, and water-use efficiency upgrade process. Meet them at our March 17th neighborhood meeting! More info. www.srcity.org/CEA

Clean Energy Advocate

Clean Energy Advocate

Rialto Cinemas Film Festival will be held this March and April at the 6th Street Playhouse.   Films are “Carlos’, “Phil Ochs: There but for fortune”, “Kings of Pastry” and “Circo”. See Rialto Cinemas to see film info, advance tickets and show times. Films are $10, $8 for seniors and children. The 2010-11 National Theater Live will also be presented at 6th Street Playhouse.

Rialto Cinema

Rialto Cinemas

News: Santa Rosa Prepares for Return of Freight Trains Press Demo

Did you know that March is Women’s History Month?- Check out the SRJC’s Women’s History calendar of events or National Women’s History Project

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. http://srwestend.com

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