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Spruce Deuce, Figure 8 & May Bike Events

• Monday, May 07th, 2012

May is National Bike Month. Santa Rosa celebrates in grand style by hosting the 2012 Amgen Tour of CA Overall Start and Stage 1 finish in downtown. There will be lots of events leading up to the race too. A sample of events are posted below- complete event list can be found at http://www.santarosa2012.com

Don’t think that West Enders just celebrate the bike one month out of the year! We happen to have an impressive selection of bike-minded creative geniuses that reside in the West End. This is what they are up to this month:

West Ender Skye Barnett and David Farish (Not a West Ender… but definitely admired in the West End) have created the “Spruce Deuce” a marvelous contraption that will certainly be a star in the 44th Annual Kinetic Sculpture Race on May 26- 28th. What is this race about? Wild and crazy people-powered sculptures will traverse land, sand, and water to travel from the Arcata Plaza (10 a.m. viewing, noon start Saturday) to the finish line in the Victorian Village of Ferndale (finishing any time after noon Monday). It’s all for the glory! Good luck Guys!

The Spruce Deuce- Kinetic Art

West Ender Klaus Rappensperger and the Fun Bike Unicorn Club (other members include Joshua Thwaites, Arn Anderson, Todd Barricklow & Joey Castor) are bringing their Death Defying Figure 8 Pedal Car Races to the 7th Annual Bay Area Maker Faire . In the spirit of healthy, and perhaps reckless, competition, the Unicorns will be shredding around the track racing not only each other, but anyone else who has brought a car to race. The rules are simple, don’t spend too much money, build it yourself, and brakes are mandatory! SCARY but exciting! Check out this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1N-cEsRPUA

AMGEN related events:

Amgen May 13- 20^th2012 Amgen Tour of CA Santa Rosa hosts the opening stage of this 8 day event. The race will start and finish in downtown Santa Rosa on May 13^th. The 2012 Amgen Tour of California is a Tour de France-style cycling road race with a challenging course covers 750 miles and 13 California cities. Entire race is May 13-20^th. http://www.santarosa2012.com

Volunteer: 400 to 500 volunteers needed on race day- course marshaling and other duties. More info http://www.santarosa2012.com/get-involved

May 10^th, Thursday – Bike to Work Day 2012. Sonoma County Bicycle Coalition invites you to get out and ride your bike on May 10th (and all month long). Energizer Stations set up between 6-9 a.m.throughout So. Co. to serve anyone on a bike coffee, snacks, good cheer, and our collectible canvas giveaway bags.

May 10^th, Thursday- Amgen Tour of California Kick off Concert Sponsored by the KRUSH, a FREE concert in downtown Santa Rosa! Carrie Rodriguez head line with openers the Whiskey Thieves. Location: Courthouse Square Time: 6 p.m. More info KRUSH

May 10th, Thursday Meet & Greet Reception with Team Radioshack/Nissan/Trek
zmrry some of the members of Team Radioshack/Nissan/Trek. $20 Proceeds benefit Sonoma County Bicycle Coalition. Location: Trek Store Santa Rosa
512 Mendocino Ave Time: 5- 7p.m. TICKETS

D'Argenzio Fine Wines

May 11^th, Friday- Tour of Wine Santa Rosa 2012 D’Argenzio Winery celebrates the return of the Amgen Tour through Santa Rosa with the Tour of Wine 2012 pre-race party. The Tour of Wine 2012 is scheduled two days before the race kicks off in downtown Santa Rosa. The winery will offer complementary tasting of its Levi’s GranFondo Pinot Noir, along with live music with “Hand Me Down”, food, tours and Bocce ball on the Terrazzo. Family-friendly. $20.00 includes 6 wine tastes and 2 slices of pizza Location: D’Argenzio Winery 1301 Cleveland Ave Time: 3pm-9pm Tickets

May 12th, Saturday- Team Swift Junior State Criterium Championships Team Swift Junior Development Cycling Program is hosting the Junior State Criterium Championships in Santa Rosa in conjunction with the start of the Amgen Tour of California. Riders the ages of 10-18 will compete in their age categories for the Championship titles. Location: Sonoma County Administration Center. Time: 8am-4pm

May 12^th, Saturday Elite Category Criterium (Open to amateurs!) Following the Junior State Criterium Championships, there will be Elite Category Criterium races for all ages. REGISTER TODAY! Location: Sonoma County Administration Center Time: Afternoon

May 12^th, Saturday Life Time Gran Fondo @ The Amgen Tour of California Set in the heart of wine country and farm country, surrounded by redwood forests, rivers, lakes and the ocean, The Life Time Gran Fondo California is set to kickoff as an official Gran Fondo ride of the Amgen Tour of California. The Life Time Gran Fondo California has a category for everybody even for those who have never before entered a bicycle tour or challenge ride. Must PREREGISTER!

May 13^th, Sunday- Lifestyle Festival The festival will feature a health & fitness expo, cancer awareness education, cycling gear, family activities, bike safety, food, entertainment and more! There will be plenty to see and do for everyone in your family! Location: Downtown Santa Rosa Time: 9:30am – 4:00pm

Artist and Performers : Are you a West End performer, artist or other talented individual? Don’t be shy! Share your performance dates and events with the neighborhood. We want to support you. Contact 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!

Early August -Music, ‘Staches & Alley Cats

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Thursday, August 04th, 2011

Can it be August already? Goodness Gracious! You can always “Wine Down” on Thursday at D’Argenzio Winery or Bocce on Friday at DeMeo Park! A few other ideas:

August 5th, Friday- 95.9 The KRUSH & EarleFest welcomes Carolyn Wonderland + Shelley King. The first 50 tickets sold at this show will receive and EarleFest discount! (Americana blues) Location: Last Day Saloon 120 Fifth St. Time: 8 P.m. door, 8:30 P.m.

Last Day Saloon

August 5th- September 4th Friday- Kiss Me, Kate.This raucous and riotously funny play-within-a-play explodes as our leading lady, Lilli Vanessi, is forced to play opposite her ex-husband/director/leading man, Fred Graham. Already on poor terms, the pair engage in an all-out emotional war mid-performance that threatens the production’s success. Combine Shakespeare’s timeless battle-of-the-sexes play, Taming of the Shrew, with the incomparable music and lyrics of the great Cole Porter and throw in a few gangsters what you get is a lush and sophisticated musical comedy valentine to a life in the theatre! Directed by Craig A. Miller Location: 6th Street Playhouse Time: Check website for showtimes and tickets

August 5 – 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- 4^th Street from Wilson to Davis Street. Time: 6- 9 p.m. For more info: http://snrrs.com

August 6th, Saturday- First Saturday Clean up Help take care of restored Santa Rosa Creek flowing through the heart of downtown. Clean up and then pizza for lunch afterward. Please bring utensils so we may keep our trash impact low. Contribution to lunch, desserts, fruit and appetizers are always welcome. Stan Gow coordinates the clean up. Location: Meet at Olive Park Time: 10 a.m. First Saturday Clean Up

August 6th, Saturday- ‘Staches & Spokes- a Bicycle-themed art show! Mustache competition, live music, eats & drinks. Art by: Whiskeydrunk Cycles & the Whiskeydrome, David Farish, Wil Smith, Jacqueline Smith, Todd Barricklow, Arn Anderson, Mica Jennings and more! Location: Top Deck of the S. R. 4th Street Parking Garage Time: 3 p.m.- 8 p.m.

'Staches & Spokes

Aug 6^th- Sat- History Walking Tours at the Rural Cemetery. Learn about the amazing lives of S. R.’s pioneers. 70 minute docent led walk through pioneer cemetery. Free admission. Donations appreciated. Location: S. R. Rural Cemetery Located at Franklin & Monroe Streets Meet at the Franklin Gate. Time: Tours leave every 20 minutes between 10a.m. to 11 a.m. Santa Rosa Rural Cemetery

August 7^th, Sunday- 4^th Annual Alley Cat Race & Food Drive Bike Participants meet at THE TOAD for registration and route map at 1pm. Race will take approxiately 1 hour. Family participation encouraged!!! AFTER RACE PARTY: music, raffles and food drive fun at the TOAD until evening. WIN A BIKE, ART and other awesome things. This is a Kelly Cowan event and it supports the Redwood Empire Food Bank. Location: Toad in the Hole 116 Fifth Street Time: 1 p.m.

4th Annual Alley Cat Race

August 10th, Wednesday-FREE monthly workshop from the Clean Energy Advocates! Solar Hot Water Workshop! The City of Santa Rosa Clean Energy Advocates are hosting a workshop about Solar Hot Water systems for your home on Wed. August 10^th 6p-7p. Come learn from experts as they discuss how the systems work, benefits to your home, rebates available and more. RSVP here, show up or call the CEA’s with any questions 707-543-3886. Location: 35 Stony Point Road, UFO Building, Room M Time: 6-7 p.m. For more info. visit: www.srcity.org/CEA

Clean Energy Advocate

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.

Event Photos, Downtown Living! Who knew?

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Saturday, October 16th, 2010

The last couple of weeks have been very busy. Recent photos from these events are in the West End’s photo gallery. Many of us have always known that Downtown is the place to live- but apparently others are starting to discover it for themselves- see Fall Santa Rosa Magazine info below.

DeTurk Round Barn construction project is nearing the end. The exterior of the building and grounds may be completed as early as mid-November. The interior work may be finished by the beginning of December. Either way, the grounds have been cleaned up in preparation for landscaping and some of the final details are starting to show up like lighting and bike racks. For more photos click here!

New light fixtures!

The DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park is very busy with doggie socialization- for photos of the October West End Poodle Party and other West End Dogs- click here!

Poodles in many colors

The Gran La Fonda- was a fun outdoor event celebrating the creative side of bikes. Hand built bikes, contraptions like Murray the Fish and the Whiskey Drunk Cycles’ Whiskey Drome were on display for all to enjoy. For photos of this and other Railroad Square Events- click here!

Gran La Fonda- a bike carnival

The GranFondo was a popular event this year. Several West End Neighbors took the challenge. For photos Click Here!

Brooks Van Holt & Allen Thomas

The 2010 Great West End and Railroad Square Handcar Regatta was another huge success. It was hotter than hades but the attendance for the event was estimated at 12- 15,000. We have great photos of the event. Thank-you to Ben Rosales for sharing some of his incredible photos. Click here!

Justin & Katie in front of Arn Anderson's Octagon Art

Chops Teen Club unveiled its hand-car, the Locust Motive. It was a great event with music, food and art. Thanks to Bruce Wilson for sharing some of his excellent photos. Click Here!

Metal Man Arn Anderson by Bruce Wilson

The Fall Santa Rosa Magazine just came out and it highlights the Downtown as a place to Live, Work and & Play. It also highlights a few special folks such as Lynda Angell (Tireless Railroad Square leader), & Kevin Konicek and Michelle Zyromski (St. Rose residents who live in a gorgeous, historic family home on B Street). There’s a beautiful spread on Railroad Square restaurants and pubs. Welcome downtown!

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!

Category: Events, Neighbor News | Tags: Allen Thomas, Arn Anderson, Brooks Van Holt, DeTurk Round Barn, Dog friendly neighborhood, Dog Park, Gran La Fonda, Levi Leipheimer King Ridge GranFondo, Lynda Angell, Railroad Square, Santa Rosa, Santa Rosa Landmark, The Great West End & Railroad Square Handcar REGATTA, West End, West End neighborhood, West End Poodle Party | Comments off

Regatta all weekend

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Thursday, September 23rd, 2010

This will be a very busy weekend for Railroad Square and the West End Neighborhood. One of the benefits to living in a downtown neighborhood- entertainment and events are right outside your front door. Forewarned is forearmed- take note of street closures and traffic. No big whoop… just plan your weekend accordingly Remember, you could “Regatta” all weekend and never leave the ‘hood.

A courtly gent and his mom

Street Closures: Friday, Sept 24 from 3:30-7:15 Adams Street will be closed the CHOPS unveiling event.

Regatta Traffic & Street Closures: Be aware the the Regatta website is directing traffic to Pierson Street to the 6th Street Theater parking lot- but ,of course, parking will overflow into the neighborhood so plan with that in mind. Regatta Street Closures

September 24th, Friday- CHOPS – The unveiling of Locust-Motive. An evening of innovative art. Start off the Handcar Regatta Weekend by being one of the first to view the teen-designed and fabricated handcar. View other contraptions by Krank-Boom-Clank, Arn Anderson and Whiskey Drunk Cycles . Music and food. Location: Chop’s Teen Club corner of W. 6th & Adams. 5 to 7 p.m. Veil falls at 5:30- Don’t miss it!

An evening of innovative art

Saturday, September 25 · 9:00pm – 11:30pm Handcar Regatta Kick-off Soiree Congeniators we call to you! We are having a gathering of musical enchantedness and costumed wonder and request your attendance for magnificent confabulations! Held on the eve of The Great West End & Railroad Square Handcar Regatta, our hope is that this soiree will stir up your inspiration for the event to follow the next day. Featured audiotorians include: The darkly delicious talent of Brothers Horse as well as… The wacky wonderment of our local west end band, Baby Seal Club! We will also be offering many whimsical libations, so don your most festive attire and please, do join us!! North Bay Film and Art Collective 99 Sixth st Santa Rosa, CA Doors open at 9:00. $8 cover Click Here!

Regatta Eve Soiree

September 26th, Sunday 11- 6 p.m.- The Great West End & Railroad Square Handcar Regatta. This event has something for everyone… Arts, Performance, Live Music, Crafts, Fine Foods, Costumed Rabble & hand built rail car races! Note: West End favorite Deluxe Buckets play at 2:15-2:45pm on the front porch stage. Live music & performance schedule click here! Regatta website for more info Click Here!

Regatta Map layout 2010

Sunday, September 26 · 5:00pm – 11:30pm Official Handcar Regatta After Party w/ DJ Dragonfly The dust on the tracks has settled, the winners have been announced and the sun is going down… But you still look fabulous in your costume and need somewhere else to go!! Well then why don’t you shimmy your lil’ steampunk trunk on down to the Official Afterparty just one block away!! No Frills Full Bar, Indian Tea Lounge, and eclectic world beats bumped by DJ Dragonfly…. See you there! North Bay Film and Art Collective 99 Sixth st Santa Rosa, CA Facebook

Support the West End Neighborhood Association. Pay your yearly dues ($10 suggested, but any amount appreciated) by Pay Pal on the West End Neighborhood website. Click Here!

Are you ready for the Regatta?

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Sunday, September 19th, 2010

The Third Great West End & Railroad Square Handcar Regatta is on Sunday, September 26th 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. This update will have useful links, news and information for this very special weekend.

For West End residents, important information about the event’s layout and street closures: Regatta Map layout 2010 Regatta Street Closures

The Regatta website is an incredible source of information about anything you might want (or never knew you wanted) to know about: The Great West End & Railroad Square Handcar Regatta

A Baron of privilege and pleasure - If you would like to be treated like royalty and have the money to spend, support this event by becoming a Robber Baron. For $100, you can lord over the “rabble” from private tents just feet from the finish line. Eat delectable treats from Sizzling Tandoor and other fine edibles along with wines from Rodney Strong and D’Argenzio throughout the glorious day! To Purchase Robber Baron Pass- Click here!

Robber Baron Pass

Get your steampunk on! A costume is the best way to immerse yourself into the Regatta. The theme this year is Colonial India and Beyond. The first two years were blazing hot. This year’s weather is anyone’s guess so leave yourself some options. The Regatta website has an excellent resource page for costume ideas- click here! Here’s something from ShopSoCo What’s Your Regatta Wear?

Handcar Regatta outifts

An evening of innovative art

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!

Category: Entertainment, Events, Neighbor News | Tags: Arn Anderson, CHOPS Teen Club, Handcar Regatta, Krank-Boom-Clank, Locust-Motive, railcar, Railroad Square, Santa Rosa, West End, West End neighborhood, Whiskey Drunk Cycles | Comments off

July West End & Railroad Square Events

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Thursday, July 08th, 2010

One of the benefits of downtown living, is being close to local community events. No need to get in the car- just walk or ride your bike- enjoy these happenings right in your own neighborhood.

West End Summer Bocce Every Friday at 6 p.m. at DeMeo Park. Join your friends and neighbors at beautiful DeMeo Park. Bring food and drinks to share. This is an all age, dog friendly event. To keep the event enjoyable and comfortable for all- please remember to observe Park rules: No glass, dogs on leashes. The West End Neighborhood Association has procured a Special Alcohol Permit and Lavatory for West End Summer Bocce. Wear layers for chilly nights.

July 11th Sunday, starts at 9:30- World Cup Final at Toad in the Hole Pub. The folks at the toad have come up with another day of fun on 5th Street.

Toad in the Hole presents The World Cup Final

July 17^thSaturday- West End Neighborhood Association BBQ and Bicycle Parade. BBQ starts at 3 p.m. A traditional, old fashioned community BBQ at DeMeo Park. The West End Neighborhood Association will provide hamburgers and hot dogs, beverages and utensils. Neighbors are encouraged to bring their own reusable utensils, plates. Bring a dish to share. Don’t forget to bring serving utensils and mark everything with your name. Parade starts at DeMeo Park at 1:30 p.m. The Bicycle Parade is a new event. It’s all about self propelled wheeled devices- such as bikes, strollers, skateboards and wagons. Get creative and decorate.

Volunteers are needed for BBQ set up & clean up, bocce court prep and park weeding. Contact Allen Thomas landuse@sonic.net

Volunteers needed for Bicycle Parade. Contact Lea Barron-Thomas if you would like to help get this event off to a great start. westend@sonic.net

July 23rd, Friday 5-7pm Chop’s Teen Club – Summer Art Gala. Come to see the creativity and artistic endeavors of the Chop’s Teen Club members. Art displayed is from the Side by Side Professional Artist Series. Come enjoy hors d’eouvres by Chop’s Catering Crew and live music by Brody Cumming. Check out the fantastic programs for teens such as Dog Care & Agility, Basic Welding with local welding artist Arn Anderson, Chop’s Jam Band, Barista classes and More! Click Here!

Chops Summer Art Gala

Support the West End Neighborhood Association. Pay your yearly dues ($10 suggested, but any amount appreciated) by Pay Pal on the West End Neighborhood website. Click Here!

Category: Entertainment, Events | Tags: Allen Thomas, Arn Anderson, Bicycle Parade, Bike, Bocce, CHOPS Teen Club, DeMeo Park, Dog friendly neighborhood, downtown santa rosa, Lea Barron-Thomas, Santa Rosa, Toad in the Hole Pub, West End, West End neighborhood, World Cup Final | Comments off

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Don’t think that West Enders just celebrate the bike one month out of the year! We happen to have an impressive selection of bike-minded creative geniuses that reside in the West End. This is what they are up to this month:

AMGEN related events:

Can it be August already? Goodness Gracious! You can always “Wine Down” on Thursday at D’Argenzio Winery or Bocce on Friday at DeMeo Park! A few other ideas:

The last couple of weeks have been very busy. Recent photos from these events are in the West End’s photo gallery. Many of us have always known that Downtown is the place to live- but apparently others are starting to discover it for themselves- see Fall Santa Rosa Magazine info below.

The Third Great West End & Railroad Square Handcar Regatta is on Sunday, September 26th 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. This update will have useful links, news and information for this very special weekend.

One of the benefits of downtown living, is being close to local community events. No need to get in the car- just walk or ride your bike- enjoy these happenings right in your own neighborhood.