Archive for the Category ◊ Preservation & Historic sites ◊

• Friday, August 26th, 2011

Don’t forget… only 4 more West End Summer Bocce nights.

Bocce at DeMeo Park

Bocce at DeMeo Park

August 26th, Friday-  West End Summer Movie Nights at DeTurk Round Barn “Duma”- 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

August  28th, Sunday- The Santa Rosa Marathon and 5K SAVE OUR POOLS Charity Race. The 5K will loop through the West End… so get your cowbells out to cheer on the runners!  ( 5 K race map) The   Enjoy a fun festival in Juilliard Park after the races that will include live music by local rock band WonderBread 5. For more info S. R. Marathon

Waiting for 5K runners

Waiting for 5K runners

August 29th – 6 to 7:30 p.m. Free educational workshop for homeowners of historical properties. Want to learn how you can update your older home to be more energy efficient?  This FREE workshop will cover the do’s and don’ts of energy efficiency measures without losing that historical appeal.  City of Santa Rosa Clean Energy Advocates  www.srcity.org/CEA.

Monday Night at the DeTurk Round Barn

Monday Night at the DeTurk Round Barn

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.

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• Tuesday, August 16th, 2011
Programs and events offered by the City of Santa Rosa:

Do you know an organization or person who gives back to our city and enriches our community? Now accepting nominations! Since 1978, the S. R. City Council has granted Merit Awards to individuals, businesses and organizations who have volunteered their time and energies to serve the community and improve the quality of life in Santa Rosa. The Merit Awards acknowledge those who go above and beyond by:  beautifying our community; strengthening our neighborhoods; serving others, particularly young people, seniors and those in need;  and enriching & expanding the artistic and historical culture of the city. The deadline for nominations for the 2011 season is August 31, 2011. To nominate:  Download the interactive nomination form here! (.pdf) Email completed form to: Lbryant@srcity.org

Is your home Green? Would you like to brag? You can apply to have your home star in the Green Homes Tour on October 2nd.  The City of Santa Rosa’s Clean Energy Advocates and Solar Sonoma County are organizing a Green Homes Tour on October 22nd 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

Operation Lifesaver. Trains are coming! Train service may start as soon as March 2011. The City of Santa Rosa would like to remind you to stay alert at railroad crossings. Never stop your vehicle on the railroad tracks. Follow all crossing sign warnings and never walk on or around train tracks.  Do not operate a cell phone without an approved hands free device. Look, Listen and Live- For more info:  Operation Lifesaver- California.

August events:

August 17th-  Water Smart Expo The City of Santa Rosa’s Water-Use Efficiency team will be hosting their annual Water Smart Expo on Wednesday, August 17th. For your education, you will find: Qualified professional landscaping and plumbing advice, information about new technology in appliances,  the most efficient irrigation products and info on available programs and rebates. Visit rainwater and graywater displays, learn about creek tours, and meet the clean energy advocate team. Questions? Call  (707) 543-3985 or : srcity.org/wue. Location: Downtown Market at the intersection of Fourth and D Streets Time: 5-8:30 pm

Do you feel that your neighborhood isn’t organized? The City of Santa Rosa would like to teach you how it’s done! S. R. Second Annual Neighborhood Summit Designed to strengthen neighborhoods and neighborhood organizations, facilitate communication in and among neighborhoods, and improve neighborhood and government partnerships. FRIDAY, AUGUST 19 6:30 – 8:30 pm at City Hall Council Chamber, 100 Santa Rosa Avenue Speaker: Amalia Alarcon de Morris, Portland’s Office of Neighborhood Involvement SATURDAY, AUGUST 20 9 am – 3 pm at Finley Community Center, 2060 West College Avenue.  A day of workshops by community leaders and a resource fair. West End Neighborhood Association Leader, Allen Thomas will discuss neighbors organizing together to fight crime. The West End Neighborhood Association has been organized for over 20 years, has a newsletter, regular meetings, events, participates in Neighborhood Watch and has an awesome website!  For more info on the West End. For more info on the Neighborhood Summit

August 29th, Monday- Free educational workshop for homeowners of historical properties. Want to learn how you can update your older home to be more energy efficient? Don’t want to lose the historical integrity in the process? This FREE workshop will cover the do’s and don’ts of energy efficiency measures without losing that historical appeal. This workshop is hosted by the City of Santa Rosa’s Clean Energy Advocates in partnership with the Cultural Heritage Board at the newly renovated Santa Rosa. RSVP here. Questions? 707-543-3886  Location: De Turk Round Barn, 819 Donahue St. Time: from 6 to 7:30p

Artist and Performers :  Share your performance dates and events with the neighborhood. Contact Lea Barron-Thomas

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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• Monday, June 20th, 2011
The DeTurk Round Barn’s long awaited transformation is a great success. Not only was an incredible historic building rehabbed and preserved but also a venue for very special, unique events was created. Many of you attended the Grand Opening in March. Since then, the Barn has been the site for a handful of weddings and events.  We also hold the West End Neighborhood Association meetings at the barn (very fitting that we meet there!) There will be another kind of event,  a Bridal Fashion Show and ArtStart benefit held this June. See below for details.

West End Spring Meeting at DeTurk Round Barn

West End Spring Meeting at DeTurk Round Barn

 

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

Wondering how much it costs to rent the DeTurk Round Barn? DeTurk Rates

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

West End Summer Movie Night

West End Summer Movie Night

 

Coming Soon to DeTurk Round Barn! A workshop for energy efficiency measures for historical homes workshop this summer hosted by the Clean Energy Advocates  www.srcity.org/CEA for more info.

 

New DeTurk Bulletin Board

New DeTurk Bulletin Board

The New West End Neighborhood Association Bulletin Board at DeTurk Round Barn Park is a good place to gather information about the neighborhood. The West End Summer Movie nights schedule, Dog Park party info and various other items are posted there. There is also a City of S. R. Bulletin Board Posted by the our Heritage Rose Garden- it will list information about the DeTurk Round Barn’s 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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• Friday, March 18th, 2011
Thursday was an amazing day in the West End. The re-dedication to Maverick at DeTurk Round Barn Park, the Grand Opening of the DeTurk Round Barn and the Spring West End Meeting all in one day! Meanwhile, the weather went from overcast, to sprinkles, to heavy rain to sun- interesting but maddening to event planners. Here’s an overview of the day:

DeTurk Round Barn’s Dog Park was re-dedicated to fallen K-9 Maverick. Shirlee Zane, a well known dog lover and our So. Co. Supervisor, spoke and presented a resolution honoring the Maverick Dog Park and the West End Neighborhood Association.  As tradition dictates, “Amazing Grace” on the bagpipes played as many neighbors, law enforcement officers and K9s took a moment to silently acknowledge the loss of a great K-9 and dog. Maverick’s Partner/Handler/Trainer Officer T. J. Van Bebber, accompanied by his family unveiled the plaque. Bob, Larry and Lou Bertolini of Western Farm Center handed out goodies for all the dogs.

Bob, Larry & Lou Bertolini

Bob, Larry & Lou Bertolini

Photos of Maverick’s Plaque Re-dedication

Grand Opening of DeTurk Round Barn. A long awaited moment in time finally arrived, the official public debut of the amazing DeTurk Round Barn. It was a proud moment and the DeTurk Round Barn will finally be known to one and all as one of the most incredible buildings in Sonoma County.

An enthusiastic crowd at the grand opening

An enthusiastic crowd at the grand opening

Grand Opening Photos

Press Demo Round Barn Photos

Press Demo Article

The West End Neighborhood Association Spring Meeting was held, for the first time, in the DeTurk Round Barn. It was a great meeting. Along with our standard of each neighbor introducing themselves, the City of Santa Rosa City Manager Kathy Millard also made the acquaintance of our residents. We had updates about the progress of West End Charter School and The Great West End & Railroad Square Handcar Regatta. Afterwards, we all gathered for a group photo.

The West End's Spring Meeting was at DeTurk Round Barn

The West End's Spring Meeting was at DeTurk Round Barn

Meeting Photos in W. E. Meetings and Cleanups Gallery

Buy your tickets to the Regatta now! This year’s Regatta is scheduled for September 25th, (last Sunday in Sept.). The Regatta is celebration created by many creative minds and hours of volunteer labor. To support this great event, there will be a small entrance charge (worth every penny!). Tickets go on sale at Brown Paper Tickets on Sunday, March 20th.  Buy Tickets Use the password, “historicwestend”  to get a special West End Resident price.   Everything is still in the planning stages, things can and do change so sign up for info and updates for the Great West End and Railroad Square Handcar Regatta.

West End Charter School needs signatures for a petition and folks willing to put in the work to create an amazing, unique school. We’ve got to put in the effort to make this school happen. Contact Tory Paul to get involved.

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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• Wednesday, March 16th, 2011
Thursday, March 17th will be an exciting day in the West End Neighborhood. If you have the chance come to one or all  three events planned. Please note that Donahue St. will be closed from 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

3 p.m.- DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park- The Re-Dedication of the Maverick Plaque, first So. Co. Sheriff K9 who died in the line of duty.

Maverick Invitation March 17, 2011 at 3 p.m. at DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park

Maverick Invitation March 17, 2011 at 3 p.m. at DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park

3:30 p.m.- DeTurk Round Barn Grand Opening The City of Santa Rosa will hold a ribbon cutting to celebrate the Barn’s Grand Opening. Refreshments served.

Deturk Round Barn Opening March 17th at 3:30 p.m.

Deturk Round Barn Opening March 17th at 3:30 p.m.

7 p.m.- The West End Neighborhood Association Meeting at DeTurk Round Barn. Our first meeting of the year will be held inside the newly renovated DeTurk Round Barn. Time to meet up with your neighbors, meet new folks, hear updates and check out the spectacular interior of the DeTurk Round Barn.

See photos of the DeTurk Round Barn through the years- Click Here!

City Workers celebrate Floyd's Retirement in front of the barn

City Workers celebrate Floyd's Retirement in front of the barn

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, March 15th, 2011
Rain Again? Geez! Let’s hope the weather gives us a break for the events on March 17th! Please note that Donahue Street will be closed from 2 p.m. to approx. 6 p.m. on Thursday the 17th for the DeTurk Round Barn Events Parking.

West End and Railroad Square:

March 17th, Thursday- Big Day in the West End!

3 p.m. Re-dedication of K9 Maverick’s Plaque at DeTurk Dog Park

3:30 p.m. Grand Opening of the DeTurk Round Barn

7 p.m. West End Neighborhood Association Spring Meeting

The DeTurk Round Barn

The DeTurk Round Barn

The Barn at night

The Barn at night

March 18th, Friday- The Deluxe Buckets Farewell Show. Say it’s not so… but alas it is. The Buckets will dazzle us for the last time. Be there! Location: Toad in the Hole Time: 9 p.m.

Dashing, Debonair Deluxe Buckets

Dashing, Debonair Deluxe Buckets

March 20th, Sunday- Pugs Play Day at DeTurk Round Barn Park. Perky Pugs parade around the park. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park 819 Donahue St. Time: 3 p.m.

Other:

March 16th, Wednesday- S. R. Neighbors Summit: Strengthening Neighborhoods and Communities. A city wide meeting and conversation. Location: Finley Community Center, Cypres Room 2060 W. College Ave  Time: 7-8:30 p.m. (See Flyer below)

S. R. Neighbors Summit- Strengthening Neighborhoods and Communities Flyer

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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• Wednesday, March 09th, 2011
A few activities for this week and special future events you will want to put on your calendar.

March 9th, Wednesday The Pick Me Up Music Revue at the Last Day Saloon. The Easy Leaves, Alison Harris and Javier Montiel. 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 10th, Thursday- 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.

March 11th, Friday-  6th Street Improv! Improvised Musical Audience members take on the role of “producers” when they decide which improvised song will become the inspiration for an entire musical! Everything, absolutely everything, will be made up on the spot! What will the musical be about? Will it have a chance of making it to Broadway? You’ll have to be there to find out! $14 Location: 6th Street Playhouse Time: 8 p.m.

March 13th, Sunday- West End Poodle Party. Poodles and their people meet up to socialize and have a good time. Other Poodle-friendly dogs are welcome to attend. Rain will cancel the event (Poodles don’t like flat topknots!)  Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park  Time: 11 a.m. Facebook

Green attire not required!

Green attire not required!

March 17th, Thursday- West End Neighborhood Association Spring meeting. This is our first meeting of the year and it will be held inside the DeTurk Round Barn. Winter’s almost over… time to reconnect with your neighbors and to find out what’s happening in the neighborhood. Location: DeTurk Round Barn 819 Donahue Street Time: 7 p.m.

March 17th, Thursday- DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park- Re-dedication of “Maverick’s” plaque. With the renovation and remodeling of the park, “Maverick’s” plaque was removed. We will be placing the plaque in its new location with a special ceremony. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park  Time: 3 p.m.

March 17th, Thursday- DeTurk Round Barn Grand Opening.  The City of S. R. official ceremony and ribbon cutting to celebrate the incredible DeTurk Round Barn. Refreshments will be served.  Location: DeTurk Round Barn Time: 3:30 p.m.

Put this on your calendar!

May 22nd, Saturday Children’s Talent/Gong Show- It is time to let the Children Perform for us. ALL ACTS WELCOME!!
Ages 0-12.  Donation at the door that will be used to pay the Share Exchange for the venue- $3- 5. Please register by contacting Jacquie Smith Location: Share Exchange 531 5th Street Santa Rosa Time: 3- 6 p.m. Facebook

Claus Neumann, former owner of Hotel La Rose, dies at 81. Many West Enders and Railroad Square Merchants fondly remember Claus, in a suit,  pruning the roses on the Hotel/Aromas Parking lot fence. Press Democrat

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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• Wednesday, March 02nd, 2011

Three events you will want to take note of on March 17th- 1) The official re-dedication of Maverick’s Plaque at DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park 2) The Grand Opening of the DeTurk Round Barn and 3) The West End Neighborhood Association Spring Meeting at the DeTurk Round Barn.

3 P.M. Re-dedication of Maverick plaque at DeTurk Dog Park- Maverick was the first So. Co. Sheriff’s K9 killed in the line of duty. On July 15, 2000 the original plaque was unveiled by Maverick’s owner/handler T. J. Van Bebber. In 2010, the entire park and barn went through a major renovation- a new plaque will be unveiled at the new dog park.

Maverick Invitation March 17, 2011 at 3 p.m. at DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park

Maverick Invitation March 17, 2011 at 3 p.m. at DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park

Interesting, but poignant  West End lore: Did you know that every year on the day of Maverick’s death that flowers are placed at the plaque by the family? This year, the plaque was not there but Maverick was still remembered.

Maverick's Flowers

Maverick's Flowers

3:30 P.M. Grand opening of DeTurk Round Barn- The City of Santa Rosa will hold a celebration in honor of the DeTurk Round Barn opening. This historic Round Barn that is on the National Register and a beloved symbol of our neighborhood will now be an awe-inspiring center for the whole community. Come to take a look.

Deturk Round Barn Opening March 17th at 3:30 p.m.

Deturk Round Barn Opening March 17th at 3:30 p.m.

7 p.m. West End Neighborhood Association Meeting- The West End Neighborhood Association will hold our Spring and Fall meetings in the DeTurk Round Barn. This is our first meeting of 2011, time to see your friends and neighbors, hear what’s happening in the neighborhood and see inside the incredible DeTurk Round Barn.

Neighbors in front of the barn Aug 2001

Neighbors in front of the barn Aug 2001

The Round Barn in 2009

The Round Barn in 2009


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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• Monday, February 21st, 2011

The Church of One Tree will open to the public. This renovation/rehabilitation has taken a long time to achieve and is worthy of celebration.  A  few community meetings that may interest you are scheduled for the near future. Spend an hour or two to stay involved and informed.

February 22, Tuesday- Church of One Tree Grand Opening. The City will host a ribbon cutting ceremony and celebration for the grand opening of the Church of One Tree. The community is invited to help honor the volunteers and workers that have resurrected this exceptional piece of local history. Location: Church of One Tree 492 Sonoma Ave. Time: 3:30- 5:30 p.m.  Press Demo

Church of One Tree Grand Opening

Church of One Tree Grand Opening

February 22, Tuesday- SMART Community Workshop on Train Stations. SMART will hold another round of community workshops to receive public input on the design of stations along the new passenger rail line. The Railroad Square Station will be discussed on the February 22nd meeting. Location: S. R. City Hall   Time: 5 p.m.- to 7 p.m. Press Release

Mar 4/5th, 2011 Graywater Workshop Laura Allen, founder of Greywater Action, is coming up to the North Bay to teach a FREE city-sponsored two-day greywater workshop. You must be a Santa Rosa City Water customer and be willing to install a greywater system at your site to participate. Many benefits of enrolling such as:  Pre-inspection and post-inspection within two weeks of course, Free two-day course with Laura Allen (including completing design for your home greywater system), Opportunity to participate in a pilot program to expand greywater awareness and participation in SR rebate program (Santa Rosa is the only city in the county that offers this rebate) and more. We all know this is such an important cause and you could gain a lot by participating–and reduce your summer water bills by irrigating your fruit trees while you wash clothes! Please pass it on! Please call  (707) 543-3985 to get your name on the list as a soon as possible to take advantage of this incredible opportunity! Flyer

March 5th, Saturday- Youth Summit. High School students are invited to connect with organizations near you, peers your age and neighborhoods you know! Get plugged into projects or inspire others to join yours.  Location: SRJC, Bertolini Building  Time: 9:30 a.m.- 3 p.m. Youth Summit Flyer 2011

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

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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• Friday, January 14th, 2011

A historic restoration! Another West End historic home renewal is happening on the corner of Decker and Dutton. This house has had a long, checkered past- the new owners are carefully renovating this little beauty.

Decker house looking fine!

Decker house looking fine!

Recent Home Sales: With the real estate market in flux and a West End landlord who has found it necessary to sell several properties- there’s lots of activity. Yes, there has been “flipping” -homes bought by investors, quickly beautified for resale (often without benefit of  permit one suspects ) but the end result may be new West End owners/residents who can enjoy downtown living. Here’s a few recent sales: Nov 28th- 135 W. 7th Street; Dec 12- 225 W. 8th St. $322,000; December 5, 107 Decker $170,000.

Ring of Fire: The Music of  Johnny Cash- Opens this Friday! 6th Street Playhouse

West End Carolers on video. The weather foiled the plans of the West End Carolers visiting the hood- but this a short video from their performance at the Toad in the Hold. Click here! Boyce Street was treated to another wonderful group of carolers, in spite of the rain. Thanks Paul and Veronica for spreading cheer.

W. E. Carolers at Toad in the Hole

W. E. Carolers at Toad in the Hole

January 15th, Saturday- The Northbay Hootananny. Folk Americana Location: Last Day Saloon 21 years+, $10 Time: 7:30 p.m.

January 16th, Sunday- Pug Play day at DeTurk Round Barn Park. 3 p.m. Playful Pugs party at the park. Rain will cancel the 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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