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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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SMART RR Square meeting, Restaurant week
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Wednesday, February 24th, 2010

March 3, Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.- City of Santa Rosa 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 Project Meeting Questions or comments to Bill Rose, City of S. R. , Senior Planner   wrose@srcity.org or 707-543-3253

Stark’s Steakhouse -So. Co. Restaurant Week Feb 22 to 28th – This is an excellent time to visit Stark’s Steakhouse .     Almost 90 Sonoma County Restaurants have prepared special menus with three courses at fixed prices of $19, $29 or $39 per person. (Beverage, tax and tip is additional.)The emphasis is on local ingredients and local wines. Starks Steakhouse has an outstanding $29 special menu. Call for a reservation, space has been limited. So. Co. Restaurant Week

Stark's Steakhouse- a West End Neighborhood 2010 sponsor

Stark's Steakhouse- a West End Neighborhood 2010 sponsor

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

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Quick Reminder- for Tonight
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Thursday, February 11th, 2010

Tonight!

SMART Community workshop February 11th at  7 p.m. at Finley Community Center 2060 W. College Ave. Station Design consultants will present initial concepts and ask for input.        More Info

Jack & Tony’s 1 year anniversary party- Support a locally owned restaurant and bar, walk on down to Railroad Square to celebrate! Jack & Tony’s features modern American Regional cooking adjacent Whisky Bar shelves over 170 expressions of Scotch, Bourbon, Irish, American and Japanese whiskies. Jack & Tony’s info

Hank Williams: Lost Highway- The additional shows this week are SOLD OUT!  Better move faster next time.For future shows and events: 6th Street Playhouse

All events are listed on the West End Neighborhood website- click here!

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Hank Williams & band perform, SMART change
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Thursday, February 04th, 2010

On Thursday night, Railroad Square Merchants were treated to a special performance by “Hank Williams and his Band” courtesy of the 6th Street Playhouse. The musicians are Tahmus Rounds, Jim Peterson, Chris Rovetti, Tim Sarter and Dave Zirbel. To view these excellent musicians in action -click here!

"Hank Williams and his band"

"Hank Williams and his band"

SMART has been informed that the venue originally booked for their Feb. 11 workshop in Santa Rosa is no longer available. Thus that meeting has been moved to the Finley Community Center, 2060 W. College Ave., Santa Rosa. For more info SMART Feb 11th Meeting- New location

All event are listed on the West End Neighborhood website calendar- click here!

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SMART vehicle workshop, Holiday events
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Monday, December 07th, 2009

If you want to give input to SMART about their rail car’s amenities- attend the Wednesday night meeting. No need to travel far for holiday events… just walk out your front door.

December 9, Wednesday 7 p.m. at CHOPS, 509 Adams Street -SMART Vehicle Workshop. This workshop will be the first opportunity for the public to comment on the SMART train’s passenger amenities, such as bicycle storage, rest rooms, snack bars, seating configuration and other on-board features of the project’s rail vehicles.For more info- contact Chris Coursey, Community Outreach Manager SMART 415-717-9968    For more info SMART vehicle workshop www.sonomamarintrain.org

December 12, Saturday at 6 p.m.- Memorial Hospice Tree lighting ceremony in Depot Park , Railroad Square. Music, sing-alongs, candlelight, and remembrances — a celebration of life. An inspirational event for the Santa Rosa community that takes place in Historic Railroad Square.

December Holiday Show (Time varies for more info- Click here!) at 6th Street Playhouse, 52 W. 6th Street.  “Ham for the Holidays” Set on Christmas Eve in 1939, a group of actors who work at a small radio station await the arrival of Orson Welles. Hilarity ensues through a long, blizzardy night toward Christmas morning in this new family-friendly seasonal treat sprinkled with holiday music from the era.

December Global Lens Series (Times vary for more info- Click here!) North Bay Film and Art Collective, 99 6th Street.  Immerse yourself in an international way- some dates include food, live entertainment and themed presentations. Make a date to see a film- the series ends December 20th.

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Public Meetings for December
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Monday, November 30th, 2009

Cultural Heritage Board- December 2, Wednesday 2:30 p.m. Conference Room 7, City Hall 100 S. R. Ave.-  Public Hearing for Major Landmark Alteration at 339 Decker Street.  Notice of Public Hearing for 339 Decker Street

City Council- December 8, Tuesday 5 p.m. City Council Chamber, City Hall 100 S. R. Ave.- Public Hearing on Proposed increases to Water and Wastewater (Sewer) Service Charges For more info Click Here!

FYI:  City of Santa Rosa Changes and Reductions in City Service Levels- List of Service Reductions

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West End- meeting wrap up, North Bay Film & Art
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Saturday, November 21st, 2009

The Fall West End Neighborhood Association meeting was well attended with over 50 folks joining in to hear the latest news. We thank our guest speaker Raissa de la Rosa, City of Santa Rosa Economic Development. She spoke briefly on what the City is doing to vitalize the downtown. Follow up info: West End Banners are now available for order, $53- contact Betsy Hall . If you own a West End home, east of Wilson Street, and would like to have your home’s history researched – contact Adrian Praetzellis West Coast  Accordion Babes calendars, with cd $20, are available from Amber Lee Baker Baker

North Bay Film & Art Collective 99 Sixth St    Nov. 19 through Dec. 20  NBFAC invites you to join us on a 5 week exploration of international film, food and live entertainment.   Each Sat. night films with foods from the region, collaborating with local restaurants and wineries to further enhance the cultural experience. This event marks the first installment of culture and community that fulfills the North Bay Film & Art Collective’s mission of being a place that celebrates diversity and storytelling not found in your traditional theater. For more info and calendar

Dear Lea and West Ender’s, Gene and I went to the 6PM showing of the International Film Series at “New School” on Wilson and W. 6th. It was a lovely film from Brazil. We were served piping hot stuffed mushrooms and Korbel Sparkling Wine!!!! There was popcorn and candy available. We sat on a comfy couch, watching a wonderful big screen. We were very impressed. Tomorrow there is a Chinese film, dinner and wine pairings from Gary Chu’s….including “Martini Prawns” for any of you who know them!!!! Starts at 7PM, $30.00/couple covers the entire evening…..Is this possible???? ONLY in our neighborhood!!! Hope to see you there!!!!!! betsy and gene

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West End Fall Meeting,Walking tour Ribbon Cutting
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Tuesday, November 17th, 2009

Thursday, November 19th at 1 p.m. at the Visitor’s Center/Depot in Historic Railroad Square- West End Walking tour “Ribbon Cutting”. Join your friends and neighbors for the debut of the new Santa Rosa’s Historic West End Walking Tour brochure.  This self-directed tour is a wonderful resource for residents or visitors who want to know more about Railroad Square and the West End neighborhoods.  Refreshments will be served.

Santa Rosa’s Historic West End Walking Tour

Santa Rosa’s Historic West End Walking Tour- Inside

Thursday, November 19th at 7 p.m. at the Assistance League of Sonoma County’s “New to You” shop- 5 W. 6th Street- West End Neighborhood Association Fall Meeting- The neighborhood has only two general meetings a year. This is your chance to connect with neighbors and learn the latest West End news. Cocktails at Stark’s for those who wish to continue socializing afterwards.

Bert Guidotti in the 1940s, Guidotti's is now Stark's

Bert Guidotti in the 1940s, Guidotti's is now Stark's

Downtown Events:

Saturday, November 21st, 5 to 8 p.m. -South A Art Alliance Winter Blast- A rare night of art, frolic, music and merriment on the South A Street Arts Block. This is an annual tradition for the artists of this neighborhood. For more info Click here!

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West End – This Week
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Sunday, November 08th, 2009

November 9th, Monday 4- 7 p.m. at Finley Community Center Valley Oak Room 2060 W.College Ave.- Implementation of the Downtown Station Area Specific Plan. Learn about the changes in the Railroad Corridor subarea. The Railroad Corridor sub area contains the Cleveland/Wilson Street area which greatly affects the West End neighborhood.

For details and the subarea brochures Press here!

November 10th, Tuesday 6- 7 p.m. at 121 10th Street- Upper West End Neighborhood Watch Meeting- (The Upper West End is all residences North of 9th Street)

Join your neighbors and the SRPD. Meeting will focus on effective teamwork between neighbors and police and tips on how we can work together to make our neighborhood safer.

Questions? Interested in joining the Upper W. E. listserve for email alerts? Contact Jennifer at jennifer@sciencemanagers.com

November 13th, Friday 4:30-6:30 p.m. at CHOPS 509 Adams Street- Chop’s Teen Club Variety Showcase

This is a special evening dedicated to celebrating and promoting the achievements of Chop’s teen members. The evening will showcase their stories and their accomplishments in music, dance, comedy, art martial arts and more. Appetizers will be served.  Please RSVP to info@chopsonline.com

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How will the Station Area Specific Plan affect U?
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Sunday, November 01st, 2009

Come and learn about land use and design changes that will affect the West End Neighborhood. If you have questions about how the Downtown Station Area Specific Plan impacts your property/residence- then attend these meetings.

THIS Monday, November 2nd, 4 to 7 p.m.  Open House for Historic Residential and Residential at Finley Community Center, 2060 W. College Ave., Valley Oak Room

West End Property owners take notice: The Historic Residential sub area contains part of the West End (the Preservation district) and the Residential sub area contains the Upper West End.

Next Monday, November 9th, 4 to 7 p.m. Open House for Railroad Corridor at Finley Community Center, 2060 W. College Ave., Valley Oak Room

The Railroad Corridor sub area contains the Cleveland/Wilson Street area which greatly affects the West End neighborhood.

For full details and sub-area brochures Press Here!

Station Area Specific Plan Map

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