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• Thursday, August 19th, 2010
The kids are back in school, but this weekend is as busy as any Summer weekend. This is your guide to  the best events in the West End or featuring West End Artists and performers.

West End Summer Bocce- Every Friday at 6 p.m. at DeMeo Park. Only 5 Bocce nights left this season. Join your friends and neighbors at beautiful DeMeo Park. Bring food to share- this is part of the experience.   Bocce 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 (We are not kidding). West End Bocce is also on  facebook .

August 20th, Friday 9:30 p.m.- Amber Lee and the Anomalies will perform at Toad in the Hole. Amber Lee is an accordion-ista and singer-songwriter and has recently finished a European tour. Fans can also see Amber on August 21st at the Cotati Accordion Festival

Amber Lee at Toad in the Hole

Amber Lee at Toad in the Hole

Saturday August 21st 12:00 PM-4:00 PM- Taste of Railroad Square. A culinary journey of Historic Railroad Square District’s finest foods, wines & brews. Supports 6th Street Playhouse. Individual Boarding Pass $40 (includes 10 ‘Taste’ tickets) $45 on day of event. Purchase “Taste” passports in advance by calling the 6th Street Playhouse at (707) 523-4185 ext. 1. More info

August 21st, Saturday 4-6 p.m. – Artist Reception for West End Artist- William Smith’s show “One Across the Bow”. Join your friends, neighbors and enthusiastic art fans at The Quicksilver Mine Co. Show for the Artist Reception. This solo show will run from August 20th to September 26th. The Quicksilver Mine Co. 6671 Front St./Hwy 116  Downtown  Forestville  William Smith- Killing Time Studios

William Smith- One Across the Bow

William Smith- One Across the Bow

Sunday, August 22nd 11 a.m. – West End Poodle Party at DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park.  A profusion of prancing Standard Poodles and their owners will get together to socialize. As always, other friendly breeds are welcomed to attend.  Get on the email list or join Facebook Group Contact Lea Barron-Thomas for more info.

Downtown:

August 22nd, Sunday- 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.- No. CA Bicycle Expo – Cycling fundraiser featuring 5 different courses To Register, lots of bike vendors, bike exhibits, food, beer and bands including West End Favorite The Baby Seal Club. For more info Click Here!

The West End Neighborhood where urbanism, preservation, art and people come together! For the full calendar, the latest updates and photos- go the West End Neighborhood website Click Here!

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• Tuesday, August 03rd, 2010

The DeTurk Round Barn Project is still moving forward. The Dog park was opened July 16th and the Barn itself was settled back down on it’s new foundation July 19th.  At this point, they are continuing to work on the wood framing. The old roof is now being removed in preparation for the new roof. The new sidewalk and corner at Donahue and W. 8th Street is now in progress. The hope is that the project will be finished by the end of October- but this is subject to change due to varied circumstance.

The West End Neighborhood Association is planning a special event in celebration of the finished project. More information as it becomes available.

8-2-10 Barn is getting a new roof

8-2-10 Barn is getting a new roof

It’s been a busy summer with lots of events and activities. The West End Neighborhood website has videos and photo galleries that highlights many of these great times.  Recent Videos include:

West End Neighborhood 2010 BBQ & Bike Parade Murray the Fish Visits the West End The Hank Band at Krush Backyard Concert

The Photo Gallery includes recent photos of:  West End Artists and Performers The West End at Play & Leisure Bocce 2010

The Baby Seal Club at Hopmonk Tavern

The Baby Seal Club at Hopmonk Tavern

The West End Neighborhood where urbanism, preservation, art and people come together! For the full calendar, the latest updates and photos- go the West End Neighborhood website Click Here!


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• Monday, July 26th, 2010
If you want to get a little crazy, this is a good week to do it. Lots of opportunities to see local West End performing artists- and the biggest event actually requires a straight jacket (or perhaps a bathrobe and medication).

July 27th, Tuesday night. Toad in the Hole’s 3 year anniversary Party. The Deluxe Buckets will bust out some good ol’fashioned swampabilly- zombitandem-tacotruckin-goodtime tunes.  Plus, the troublemakers will be haulin’ out the big contraptions for the summer fun of it and because the Toad has always been ready with beer and support for The Builders. Party from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. Deluxe Buckets play at 9 p.m. Toad in the Hole

The Deluxe Buckets- Debonair, Dapper devils in plaid

The Deluxe Buckets- Debonair, Dapper devils in plaid

July 28th, Wednesday night, 7 p.m.  Miss Kitty and the Big Dogs – Miss Kit Von Kat and her Big Dogs will show you a swinging good time. Location: Cafe Azul at 7 p.m. Miss Kitty and the Big dogs video

July 31st, Saturday, 9 p.m.  Feeling demented? Perfect! Lunatic Binge will encourage  you right off the deep end.  A benefit fundraiser for Baby Seal Club’s upcoming CD- but you actually benefit because you get to see the 3 local bands including West End Favorites- Baby Seal Club and the Deluxe Buckets! $10 in costume ( $15 without). Location: Hopmonk Tavern 230 Petaluma Ave. Sebastopol    Incredible Video: The Otter Dance

Baby Seal Club -Lunatic Binge

Baby Seal Club -Lunatic Binge

August 1, Sunday 5- 7 p.m. Baby Seal Club at Live at Julliard Park – 17th Annual 2010 Summer Concert Series . Extend the weekend, come and enjoy a picnic dinner on a summer Sunday evening filled with music, fun and food. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and sit back and enjoy the entertainment. Bring your picnic dinner or purchase it from Worth Our Weight Culinary program or purchase a delicious coffee drink from The Coffee Girls. All performances are free.

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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• Wednesday, July 21st, 2010
Summer continues and so do the enjoyable events.

West End and Railroad Square Events:

Friday, July 23rd at 5 p.m.- CHOP’s Summer Art Gala Come to see the creativity and artistic endeavors of the Chop’s Teen Club members. Art displayed  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!

CHOPs Summer Gala

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.

Socializing, Food & Bocce

Socializing, Food & Bocce

July 24th, Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.- Art in Depot Park in Historic Railroad Square.

Other events that may be of interest:

July 24th, Saturday 11:30 to 6 p.m. Rivertown Revival in Petaluma. Art Boat races, Free Floating River Sculptures, Food, Music & Sideshows. Music featuring West End’s favorites and Baby Seal Club Amber Lee and the Anomalies.

July 25th,  Sunday at 1 p.m. Midsummer Garden Tea at Luther Burbank Home & Gardens. Enjoy a charming reminder of bygone days at an afternoon tea in the beautiful Luther Burbank gardens. Buttery scones, succulent savories, delicious desserts, with a selection of teas served. This is a set menu; special food requests cannot be accommodated. Call 524-5445 for reservation information. Tickets are $35 per person and seating is limited. Wear your loveliest hat and win first prize! Complimentary house tour at 3:00 p.m. (This event would also be appropriate for guests 8 years and older.)

July 25th, Sunday 5- 7 p.m.  Live at Julliard Park – 17th Annual 2010 Summer Concert Series . Extend the weekend, come and enjoy a picnic dinner on a summer Sunday evening filled with music, fun and food. July 25th Poyntlyss Systars, Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and sit back and enjoy the entertainment. Bring your picnic dinner or purchase it from Worth Our Weight Culinary program or purchase a delicious coffee drink from The Coffee Girls. All performances are free.

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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• Friday, July 09th, 2010
Great fun this weekend. Can’t decide what to do? Then do them all!

July 10th 8 p.m. Aubergine –  The Hank Band , The musicians are Tahmus Rounds, Jim Peterson, Chris Rovetti, West End neighbor Tim Sarter and Dave Zirbel. Excellent musicians and a great show. Don’t miss it! AUBERGINE AFTER DARK: 755 Petaluma Blvd, Sebastopol, Ca

The Hank Band

The Hank Band

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

Toad in the Hole presents The World Cup Final

July 11th to August 15th Sunday afternoons  5-7pm Live at Julliard Park – 17th Annual 2010 Summer Concert Series . Extend the weekend, come and enjoy a picnic dinner on a summer Sunday evening filled with music, fun and food. This year’s line up:  July 11th Petty Theft, July 18th The Sorrentinos , July 25th Poyntlyss Systars, Aug 1 Baby Seal Club, Aug 8 Lansdale Station, Aug 15th The Soul Shine Blues Band This week :Petty Theft (The ultimate tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers) will kick off this summer’s Live at Juilliard performances.  Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and sit back and enjoy the entertainment. Bring your picnic dinner or purchase it from Worth Our Weight Culinary program or purchase a delicious coffee drink from The Coffee Girls. All performances are free.

Live at Juilliard Header

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

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• Wednesday, July 07th, 2010
There are 2 great opportunities to hear music this week- especially if you are a Hank Williams fan!

July 8th Thursday  6 p.m. Williams & Patsy Cline KRSH Backyard Concert #4: Backyard Concert #4: Hank Williams & Patsy Cline in the backyard together! But seriously, the casts of Always, Patsy Cline and Hank Williams: Lost Highway will be having fun in the Krush Backyard! Low lawn chairs only, please.  No coolers, no dogs.  Kids welcome! Food and beverage available for sale. The Backyard opens at 5:30.  Music at 6. Cost: FREE  The Krush Station House  3565 Standish Avenue  Phone: 7075880707

KRSH backyard concert

KRSH backyard concert

No dogs allowed

No dogs allowed

July 10th 8 p.m. Aubergine –  The Hank Band , The musicians are Tahmus Rounds, Jim Peterson, Chris Rovetti, West End neighbor Tim Sarter and Dave Zirbel. Excellent musicians and a great show. Don’t miss it! AUBERGINE AFTER DARK: 755 PETALUMA BLVD, SEBASTOPOL, CA, USA

July 24th Rivertown Revival is coming to Petaluma • Art Boat races, Free Floating River Sculptures, Food, Music & Sideshows. Music featuring West End’s favorites and Baby Seal Club Amber Lee and the Anomalies. For more info   Click Here!

Mark these dates on your calendar!

July 28 Wednesday 7 p.m. MISS KITTY & THE BIG DOGS Jump Swing Rockabilly at Cafe Azul

July 31st Saturday 9 p.m. Lunatic Binge- A Benefit fundraiser for BAby Seal Club’s updoming cd. Featuring Baby Seal Club, Brother’s horse and the Deluxe Buckets at Hopmonk Tavern $10 in costume $15 without

Baby Seal Club -Lunatic Binge

Baby Seal Club -Lunatic Binge

See videos of West End’s talented performers such as the Deluxe Buckets, Miss Kitty and the Big Dogs, Baby Seal Club and other West End related events at 2srwestendfan’s YouTube channel

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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• Tuesday, June 29th, 2010

The West End is home to many talented people- artists, performers and creators. Take the opportunity to enrich yourself by supporting these fabulous folks!

Tonight!  June 29th 7- 9:30- Miss Kitty and the Big Dogs play at Ellington Hall. Miss Kitty will always show you a good time and Ellington Hall means there will be a mass of swing dancers. A special Mini Dance class will be offered at the break. $10 cover charge. Ellington Hall New Miss Kitty Video- CLICK Here!

Miss Kitty & the Big Dogs

Miss Kitty & the Big Dogs

July 8th, Thursday 5:30 p.m.- KRSH Backyard Concert #4  featuring Hank Williams and Patsy Cline! But seriously, the casts of Always, Patsy Cline and Hank Williams: Lost Highway will be having fun in the Krush Backyard! See the Traveling Hillbilly Blues Band featuring  Tahmus Rounds, Chris Rovetti, Dave Zibel, Jim Peterson and the West End’s own Tim Sarter. The Backyard is located at 3565 Standish Ave. off Todd Road exit on 101. Gates open at 5:30 music at 6. Low lawn chairs only, please. No coolers, no dogs. Kids welcome. Food and beverage available for sale. For more info Click Here! Cost: FREENo dogs

July 10th 8 p.m. The Traveling Hillbilly Blues Band at Aubergene After Dark Another chance to see these great musicians.

July 24th Rivertown Revival is coming to Petaluma • Art Boat races, Free Floating River Sculptures, Food, Music & Sideshows. Music featuring West End’s favorites and Baby Seal Club Amber Lee and the Anomalies. For more info Click Here!

Daniel Graham- Sculpture Studio 25 A Maxwell Ct.   Daniel Graham lives in the West End- his work can be seen at his Studio-Gallery where he also gives workshops and classes on the the three aspects of art and sculpture: vision, language, and craft.   Daniel Graham Sculpture Studio

Killing Time Studios- William Smith and Todd Barricklow – The like minded artists joined forces under the Killing Time Studios moniker in 2002. Their mission to provide its audience with a diverse, gallery experience and quality, accessible fine art.

William Smith- Upcoming show August 20—September 26, 2010 ONE ACROSS THE BOW: Works on Paper. Mark your calendars! Artist Reception: Saturday, August 21, 4—6pm at the Quicksilver Mining Company

Krank Boom Klank -a kinetic industrial arts collective including West End regulars- David Farish, Skye Barnett, & Clifford Hill. Krank Boom Klank

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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• Wednesday, June 09th, 2010

Oh lucky West Enders! We have three great opportunities to see the incredible talents that reside in the West End Neighborhood…. and all shows are within walking distance… or at least close by.

June 11th, Friday at 8:30 p.m.- Live music at Aroma Roasters: Mike Ehlers Band with special guest Ken Risling.  Mike Ehlers moves from eco-folk-rap to pop, from alt-country to mellow grooves, from story-folk-with-a-punch to ballads born in the depths of a quieted gratitude. Hear Mike Ehlers “Use Less”. West End’s Ken Risling has played many instruments in many genres. He began writing in earnest at the tender age of 45. His songs have won numerous awards and airplay. Hear ” Ken Risling “Gentle Rain”

See Ken Risling perform!

June 13th, Sunday at 11:45 a.m.- Baby Seal Club at HARMONY FESTIVAL on the GODDESS STAGE! Bring your own smudge sticks, tinfoil pyramid hats and favorite chakra-clearing crystal wands as we pay tribute to Choklit, our goddess of all things divine and delinquent.

See Baby Seal carry on!

June 13th, Sunday at 6 p.m.- Wayne “The Train” Hancock and Miss Kitty and the Big Dogs at the Last Day Saloon. Honky Tonk Western Meets Jump Swing and Blues. What a blast! cost is $15 advance / $18 day of show • 21+ buy tickets online, Last Day Saloon & Last Record Store

See Miss Kitty in Action!

Miss Kitty & the Big Dogs

Miss Kitty & the Big Dogs

See more West End related videos here!

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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• Thursday, May 20th, 2010

West End Summer Bocce Season- every Friday night 6 p.m. at DeMeo Park. Meet your friends and neighbors for food, frolic and flaming hot bocce.  Bring food and drink to share. All age and dog friendly event. Dress in layers for chilly evenings. Remember park rules: No glass and dogs on leash.

Opening Night at West End Summer Bocce

Opening Night at West End Summer Bocce

May 20th, Thursday at 7 p.m.  Surf movie night with a twist- music after the movie from the West End’s very own “Deluxe Buckets“. Kelly Cowan will be hosting the movie as always and then strapping it on (his bass) to entertain us with some music…..promises to be a fun night. Deluxe Buckets are the latest enjoyable quartet about town! Such style & verve has finally arrived! Kelly “KC” Cowan, Dan “Detroit” Murphy, “Sexy” Dan Krause, Cliff “eekins” Hill. Location: Toad in the Hole 116 Fifth Street in Railroad Square.

The Deluxe Buckets

The Deluxe Buckets

See videos of West End’s talented performers such as the Deluxe Buckets, Miss Kitty and the Big Dogs,  Baby Seal Club  and other West End related events at 2srwestendfan’s YouTube channel Click Here!

Are you a West End performer, artist or other talented individual? Invite the neighborhood!  Email your performance dates and events to Lea Barron-Thomas at westend@sonic.net . We want to support you.

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


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• Tuesday, May 18th, 2010

This weekend kicked off the busy Summer season, although it didn’t always feel very warm or dry.

West End Summer Bocce’s Opening night was a reunion of neighbors and an introduction to new friends. Todd Barricklow’s Taco Bike- his newest moving artwork (with an extremely useful twist) was a huge hit. For photos from the 2010 Bocce season- click here!

Todd's amazing Taco Bike

Todd's amazing Taco Bike

The 116th Luther Burbank Rose Parade was  well attended. It been a great year for roses- thanks to all neighbors who shared their blooms. Congratulations are in order- Klank-Boom-Clank won an award for the Self Propelled Group and also the Sweepstakes Award for Best Unit in Parade.

DeTurk Round Barn Park’s construction project did not hamper the Sunday Pug Play date.  A plentiful pack of pugs showed up- with a few poodles and bichons mixed in. For photos from the DeTurk Dog Park- click here!

AMGEN Tour of CA 2010- It still rained this year, even though it was May but  fans showed up to cheer on the cyclists. Many West Enders were on hand to witness the cyclists  scream down Wilson Street- through the heart of the West End and Railroad Square. Click here! ( Thanks to City Councilmember Gary Wysocky for his leadership in keeping the race on Wilson Street.)  In spite of the rain, the Baby Seal Club gave a terrific performance and a few of their die hard fans braved the rain to see them in action. To see them in action Click Here!

Leader of the pack

Leader of the pack

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


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