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• Monday, April 16th, 2012
The DeMeo Park clean up was amazing. Westenders joined together with Chop’s Interact Club, Santa Rosa West Rotary Club and Boy Scout Troop 509 to give the park a Spring cleaning. See photos and more below. April 22nd, Sunday is Earth Day- you can help clean the Prince Memorial Greenway on Saturday and enjoy the  Earth Day Festival in Courthouse Square on Sunday.    

DeMeo Park Community Cleanup. Thanks to all the folks who spent their Saturday to clean up DeMeo Park. The park was in sad shape- weeds had invaded, the bocce courts were a wreck , ivy and privets had claimed ownership of the cyclone fences.  After hours of hard labor, the park has improved and wood chips are being spread to prevent new weeds. On future clean ups we will paint and repair the picket fences, continue grooming the bushes and clean up.  Thank you wonderful West Enders, S. R. West Rotary Club, Chop’s Interact Club and Boy Scout Troop 509. DeMeo Park Cleanup Photos

Allen & Jacquie get the courts ready

April 19th, Thursday SMART public meeting regarding construction to begin on April 27th.  The contractor will be utilizing the SMART property at Railroad Square as a construction material storage and construction staging area. There will be a fence around the SMART property, there may be some dust and noise. The first construction segment will be from B Street in Petaluma to Todd Road.   Construction activities will include replacing culverts and drainage features, followed by removing the existing rail, regrading the embankment, putting down new ballast (rock), building new track and tamping it down.  The contractor has indicated that they will be able to process about 1,600 feet per 4-5 days. For more info contact Matt Stevens 707-521-0716  Location: DeTurk Round Barn, Santa Rosa  Time: 7:00 PM

Smart Meeting in DeTurk Round Barn

Apr 20th to May 13th- The Marvelous Wonderettes takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom where we meet the Wonderettes, four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts! Location: 6th Street Playhouse 52 W. 6th Street  GK Hardt Theater Time: See website for showtimes and ticket

April 21st, Saturday- Earth Day on the Greenway Celebrate Earth Day’s 42nd birthday on the Prince Memorial Greenway. Help with a clean up of Santa Rosa Creek, native plant care, and trail maintenance. Tools and refreshments provided. (ages 5 to adult) Creek Stewards Event Calender Contact: Alistair Bleifuss at 543-3845 or ableifuss@ci.santa-rosa.ca.us Location: Meet at the Olive Park footbridge. From W. 3rd St. turn south onto Railroad St., left onto Hazel St. On-street parking. Time: 9:00 AM to noon

April 22nd, Sunday- Earth Day Fair at Old Courthouse Square Earth Day festivities return to Old Courthouse Square. Drop by for inspiration and awareness on how to protect the environment and our own health. Check www.srcity.org/earthday for details. To volunteer contact Elise Howard at 543-3799 or ehoward@srcity.org Location: Courthouse Square on Santa Rosa Avenue. Time: Noon to 4:00 PM

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April 28th, Saturday- Baby Seal Club- CD release party. Coop d’État, a Black Tie and Beaks Poultry Formal, where people-sized hens and roosters will get down in our custom Hopmonk Human Hen House™ (Baby Seal Club’s first “4-H” program), a concept you didn’t know you needed to experience but strangely can’t miss now. $12 admission / $20 with shiny new CD. Ticket Prepurchase. Location: Hopmonk Tavern 230 Petaluma Avenue, Sebastopol  Time: 8:30 pm  door, BBS at 10:30 Facebook

COOP d'etat

 

Franco American Bakery is a West End Sponsor

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

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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• Sunday, December 04th, 2011
Information that may be of interest to West Enders…. 

Neighbor news-

We all know that the West End’s own creative genius Michael McGinnis has created an amazing toy/puzzle/art piece called Perplexus. This mailer was sent out highlighting Michael’s toy- Very cool. Hmmm… might make an excellent gift.

Michael McGinnis & Perplexus


December 6th, Tuesday- Rivers and Tides and You! An evening of nature art: hands on activities and a showing of Andrew Goldsworthy’s River and Tides. Concludes with an optional stroll around downtown to set our creations free. This is the final community element of West Ender Russ Scarola’s SSU graduate project. All ages welcome. $5 for adults, $3 for students, kids, and Share Exchange co-op members Location: S. R. Share Exchange   531 5th St. Time: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

West Ender Catherine DePrima has another newsworthy offspring  Breaking Barriers in the Air- Press Demo

Franco American Bakery will have Panettone available on December 16th & 20th. Many folks look forward to this Italian Christmas bread only made around the holidays.

Franco American Bakery

Tamales for Christmas? You can order holiday tamales at El Palmarcito. They have pork, chicken, cheese & Jalapeno available. Order by the 14th so you can pick them up at the store on the 24th.

December 23rd, Friday- D’Argenzio Winery will hold a Traditional Feast of the Seven Fishes. The D’Argenzio Winery Family has been carrying on this tradition for over a 100 years going back to their ancestry in Puglia & Campania Italy. Complimentary with purchase of 1 bottle Wine per guest or $30.00 per guest. Please RSVP-  ray@dargenziowine.com 707 280 4658 Facebook

Dutton Ave. to S. R. Creek Path is not quite finished… but it’s open.

News Items:

‘Jerk’ must pay $4,800 and do community service for Santa Rosa graffiti spree- Press Democrat

Water rates in Santa Rosa set to rise.2-year increase headed for City Council would hit lowest users the hardest- Press Democrat

Crime Watch Items:

11/22/2011 03:27 PM. DISTURBANCE MUSIC Case number: 113260155 COULTER STREET / DECKER STREET

11/20/2011 03:07 AM. DISTURBANCE MUSIC Case number: 113240040            BOYCE STREET, SANTA ROSA

Nov 23, 2011 at 5:37 pm DRUG / NARCOTIC OFFENSE #110014824 2XX W 6TH ST

11/26/2011 12:30 PM. DISTURBANCE JUVENILE Case number: 113300087 POLK STREET, SANTA ROSA, CA

11/26/2011 10:29 PM. DISTURBANCE PARTY Case number: 113300269 RIPLEY CT, SANTA ROSA, CA

Data provided by Santa Rosa Police Department

Interesting Holiday Cooking Tips AKA What to do with Turkey grease- When cooking with grease, remember to remove grease from the pans before washing them. Do not pour hot grease down the drain even while running hot water because the grease will cool and solidify as it moves down the pipe. Freeze any excess oil and dispose of it in the trash. For large quantities drop off the grease at the Sonoma County Waste Management Center at 500 Mecham Rd, Petaluma. For more info go to Green Tip

Do you have a crime to report? Post it on our Facebook page so the whole neighborhood hears about it. http://www.facebook.com/groups/45503934491

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, July 19th, 2011
Our annual Bike Parade and BBQ was a fantastic gathering of neighbors, friends and family. If you were there, chances are we have a photo of you. Check out Bike Parade and BBQ in the photo gallery.
While we’re at it- special thanks to Western Farm Center, Franco American Bakery, SRPD (for bike helmets), SR Rec & Parks, grill masters Guy Dean and Heather Rosales, Face Painter extraordinaire Carol Haseltine-Ernst, Rocket Man Daniel Nicholas, our super  set up/break down volunteers,  our wonderful bike marshals & tireless organizer Allen Thomas.

West End Bike Parade 2011

West End Bike Parade 2011

 

W. E. Bike parade 2011

W. E. Bike parade 2011

 

W. E. BBQ & Bike parade 2011

W. E. BBQ & Bike parade 2011

 

Did you get to see the first freight train? If not… here it is on video. It was a historic moment, shared by an enthusiastic audience. Click here!

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. Our West End Artist emails go out about once a month- sometimes more because we are so blessed. We want to support you. Contact Lea Barron-Thomas at  westend @sonic.net

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• Monday, July 18th, 2011
Pace yourselves because it’s a busy Summer. Everyone loves West End Summer Bocce at DeMeo park every Friday evening. The hardest thing, of course, is deciding what other events to go to- there’s so many and they are all within walking distance.

July 20th, Wednesday- Downtown Market Rosie Explorer Tours: Franco American Bakery, a 100 year tradition.- The West End’s own Carol Dean will lead tour. http://srdowntownmarket.com Location: All tours leave at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. from E and 3rd Streets by the downtown library and Farmer’s Market. Time: 6 p.m. or 7 p.m. tour

July 22nd, Friday- CHOP’s Annual Art Gala. The Side by Side Professional Artist Series features professional and teen art works “Side by Side”. Free to the public. Tasty hors d’oevres provided by Chop’s Teen Catering Crew. Location: Chop’s Teen Club 509 Adams Time: 5-7 p.m.

July 24th, July 31st, August 7th & August 14th. Live at Juilliard. Free Sunday Concert Series. Enjoy listening to music in a lovely park setting. Great event for the whole family- including the dog. Location: Juilliard Park 227 S. R. Ave. Time: 5- 7 p.m. Live at Julliard info

July 21-24th Rialto Film Festival  The July film festival features 4 documentaries. Each one is very different and the show times vary- so checking in with the Rialto Cinema’s website is a must. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 seniors and children. Location: All films will be shown at the 6th Street Playhouse. Times: Varies check out website. http://www.rialtocinemas.com/index.php?location=lakeside

  • “Nostalgia for the Light” For his new film,  master director Patricio Guzman travels 10,000 feet above sea level to the driest place on earth, the Atacama Desert, where atop the mountains astronomers from all over the world gather to observe the stars. While at the foot of the mountains, women search for the remains of their loved ones- political prisoners, that “disappeared” after the military coup of September, 1973. Times: July 21 Thu 6pm;  July 23 Sat 7:45pm;  July 24 Sun 1pm
  • “These Amazing Shadows” What do the films Casablanca, Blazing Saddles and West Side Story have in common? Besides being popular, they have also been deemed “culturally, historically or aesthetically significant” by the Library of Congress and listed on The National Film Registry. THESE AMAZING SHADOWS, an 88-minute documentary, tells the history and importance of the Registry, a roll call of American cinema treasures that reflects the diversity of film, and indeed the American experience itself. Times: July 21 Thu 8:15pm; July 23 Sat 3pm; July 24 Sun 5:15pm
  • “The Desert of Forbidden Art” The incredible story of how a treasure trove of banned Soviet art worth millions of dollars is stashed in a far-off desert of Uzbekistan develops into a larger exploration of how art survives in times of oppression. Times: July 22 Fri 6pm; July 23 Sat 1pm;  July 24 Sun 3:10pm
  • “ The Big Uneasy” The first documentary by long-time “mockumentarian” Harry Shearer, The Big Uneasy follows three remarkable people–the leaders of two scientific investigation teams, and one whistleblower–as they reveal the true story of why New Orleans flooded, and why it could happen in your town, too. Times: July 22 Fri 8:15pm; July 23 Sat 5pm; July 24 Sun 7:30pm
Movie under the stars.

Movie under the stars.

July 29th, Friday-”Field of Dreams” at 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

July 30th, Saturday- Art Round Up. Benefit Art Auction for Art Start- local renowned artists and one of a kind art by the Artstart apprentices. Artwork by Todd Barricklow, William Smith, Tara Matheny-Schuster, Sally Baker and many, many more. Music and food. Tickets are $40. Available at http://artstart.us/auction Location: DeTurk Round Barn 819 Donahue Street Time: 7-10 p.m.

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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• Sunday, June 12th, 2011
Gorgeous days but chilly nights. Don’t let that stop you… just bring layers and carry on.

Every Thursday- Wine Down Thursdays at D’Argenzio Winery Music, Food & Wine Facebook

Every Friday- West End Summer Bocce at DeMeo Park Time to socialize and play bocce. Bring a dish to share and LOTS of layers to laugh in the face of chilly nights. Location: DeMeo Park  Time: 6:30 p.m.

June 13th, Monday-The Topp Twins: Untouchable Girls 1 p.m. 3 p.m. 5 p.m. 7 p.m. The Topp Twins,  yodeling, lesbian, comedian, twin sisters capture the hearts of New Zealand. Winner of Best Documentary at the Toronto Intnl. Film Festival. Tickets at rialtocinemas.com. Adults $10; Seniors (60 and up) are $8. Location: Sixth Street Playhouse

June 15th, Wednesday-  Downtown Market. Rosie Explorer Tours: Franco American Bakery, a 100 year tradition. Tour Guide, Allen Thomas. For more information call Bill Montgomery at 573-0103.http://srdowntownmarket.com Location: All tours leave at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. from E and 3rd Streets by the downtown library and Farmer’s Market. Time: 6 p.m. or 7 p.m. tour

June 18th , Saturday- 6th Street IMPROV! A unique evening of hilarious, creative Mayhem. Vacation Get Away show. Location: 6th Street Playhouse Time: 8 p.m. Check website for more info http://www.6thstreetplayhouse.com June 17th- Movie Night at DeTurk Round Barn- Flight of the Navigator. 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

2011 West End Movie Night Schedule

2011 West End Movie Night Schedule

June 19th Sunday Pug Play Day Lots of snuggly pugs meet up for fun and snorts. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park Time: 10 a.m. Don’t Forget: to June 26th, Sunday. The Mystery of Irma Vep. This play stars West Ender Craig Miller and it’s hilarious. 2 actors play a total of eight characters.Press Democrat Location: 6th Street Playhouse 52 W. 6th Street Check website for showtimes and tickets. See photos on facebook

Craig Miller in Mystery of Irma Vep

Craig Miller in Mystery of Irma Vep

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 22nd, 2011

It was a stormy night. For those of you who don’t know, W. 7th St. suffered damage from the storm on Saturday night, March 19th. A large tree blew down causing damage to a power pole, several cars and taking out power. Several neighbors and Franco American had no power on Sunday. It was the first time in the bakery’s long history that they were unable to bake bread on schedule. In spite of connecting to a generator, Franco American customers did not get their Monday delivery.  The jury is still out on whether March came in like a lion AND out like a lamb.

Storm Damage in West End

 

West End Storm Damage 2

Generator at Franco American

Stark’s- Specialty Cocktails with a Neighborhood feel. West End neighbors frequent Stark’s for food, drink and socializing. It’s almost like our own version of “Cheers” (in an upscale way). Did you know that one of Stark’s Specialty cocktails was inpired by one of our own neighbors? Yes, “The Drake is Good” as in Upper W. E.’s Dave Drake.  Just like Dave- deceptively simple, endlessly complicated and not topless! Stark’s is a West End Neighborhood Association sponsor. Thank-you for supporting our neighborhood.

Drake is good

The Drake is Good

 

First Musical Performance in DeTurk Round Barn- The Spring West End meeting featured West End artist Ken Risling and his daughter Oona Risling-Sholl singing Ken’s award-winning song. It was an awesome performance and the barn’s accoustics are amazing. See it here Shameless Love

Oona & Ken

Oona & Ken

Chop’s Teen Center in the News- Chop’s provides teens with fun activities in a safe environment. In addition to dancing, music, art, computers and sports, Chop’s also offers culinary classes such as Barista Basics. This is a class that teaches marketable life skills. To find out more about Chops check out their website.

Upper West End Chicken missing- Anyone finding a gray/black chicken please contact Kate  ksholl@sonic.net

Spring Gardening/ Need tools?- The Santa Rosa Tool Library provides hand and power tools for home repair, landscaping, and automotive work, free of charge.  There is only an overdue fee if a tool is returned past the due date.  Just like borrowing a book from your public library. Santa Rosa Tool Library closed for relocation  March 12th- April 3rd.  Opening Day Monday April 4th at 642 5th Street in Downtown Santa Rosa (707) 576-0590 www.borrowtools.org

Folk music every Wednesday night at Last Day Saloon. Wine, music and Foodie trucks in a dog-friendly urban winery every Thursday at D’Argenzio Winery. This week’s offering:

March 23rd, Wednesday – The Pick Me Up Music Revue featuring local artists Mr. December. 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. Thank-you for supporting our neighborhood.

March 24th, Thursday- Wine Down Thirsty Thursdays with Foodie Truck Relax mid week with a glass of wine, a cigar and a bit of “street food”. This week : Old world accordion and mandolin music. 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.

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.

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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• Sunday, October 24th, 2010
Full Moon Tour is tonight! Rain is likely so bring an umbrella and flashlight.

West End Full Moon Tee Shirt

West End Full Moon Tee Shirt

The West End Full Moon Tour will start at 6:15 at Depot Park and finish at Stark’s by 9:00. We will spend more time inside and less time outside if it’s raining hard. Park on W. 6th for easy access to the start and finish of the tour. We will hear stories from the past, a few of them tragic and then cheer up at the bakery with warm bread and enjoy the Fondettes while sitting by a fire with a cocktails at Stark’s. What’s not to like? Everyone who has paid for tickets on Brown Paper Tickets -Thanks. I will have your tee shirts tonight if you have paid for them. Tickets are $15, Tee-shirts $15- but will have to be ordered. From Allen Thomas

The West End Calendar has a full listing of events, West End Artists and performer dates, meetings and other dates of neighborhood interest.

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• Wednesday, October 20th, 2010
This time of the year gives us the opportunity to enjoy Halloween, Fall & harvest. Yearly favorites are Railroad Scare and the West End Full Moon tour- two of the best ways to celebrate this season. The Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan is still winding its way through the boards and commissions- don’t complain later if you don’t take the time to comment now. Last Day Saloon will have a benefit concert for Sadie’s Haven- a non-profit that provides care and shelter for neglected, abused and abandoned horses.

October 21st, Thursday- Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Board- Board will review the draft of the 2010 Bicycle & Pedestrian Master Plan Update. This is one of the final opportunities to make your comments of this draft. Location: 90 Santa Rosa Ave. City Hall Annex Building,  Conference Room 7A & B. Time: 4- 6 p.m.

October 22nd, Friday- Benefit Concert for Sadie’s Haven (Horse Rescue & Sanctuary) featuring the Pat Jordan Band.  Location: Last Day Saloon 120 5th Street  Time: Doors open 7:30 p.m. Concert is $10. 21 & older.  Last Day Saloon Sadie’s Haven

Benefit for Sadie's Haven at Last Day Saloon

Benefit for Sadie's Haven at Last Day Saloon

October 23rd, Saturday- 8th Annual Railroad SCARE! A family and pet friendly Halloween event in Historic Railroad Square. Children’s Pumpkin Parade with Snoopy & Pals 11 a.m., SCARE-dy Dog Parade 1:30 p.m., Scarecrow festival and more! Location: Depot Park in Railroad Square  Time: 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

8th Annual Railroad SCARE!

8th Annual Railroad SCARE!

This is a "Pet-Friendly" event!

This is a "Pet-Friendly" event!

October 24th, Sunday- The West End Full Moon Tour. Discover the Secrets of the West End under October’s first full moon. Hear the stories of the past and travel to a different time. This year’s tour will feature a few sad and tragic tales from West End history.  Immerse yourself in the aroma of freshly baking sour dough bread at the Franco-American Bakery on West 7th Street.  You will also be taken back in time by the Fondettes who perform songs from the 1940’s.  Tour hosted by Allen Thomas. Location: The walking tour begins at Depot Park in Railroad Square, Santa Rosa. Time: 6:15 p.m. Tickets are $15, $25 with T-shirt. To purchase- click here! A limited amount of T-shirts will be available at the event for $15. (Thanks to Kernan Coleman, Ranch7Creative for the AWESOME shirt design.)

Meet us under the West End Full Moon

Meet us under the West End Full Moon

The West End Calendar has a full listing of events, West End Artists and performer dates, meetings and other dates of neighborhood interest.

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• Saturday, October 10th, 2009

The West End Full Moon Tour 2009 Photo Gallery is now available. Thanks to Steve Kerns for his excellent photos!

To see these wonderful photos… press here!

The Fondettes at Starks Steakhouse

The Fondettes at Starks Steakhouse

Swingin West End Moms

Swingin West End Moms

The Fondettes with Lea & Allen

The Fondettes with Lea & Allen

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• Thursday, October 08th, 2009

The West End Full Moon Tour was a great success. Tour leader and host, Allen Thomas led folks through the time to the West End in the late 1940s. The moon was gorgeous and enticed the spirit of Isaac DeTurk to regal folks with the history of his barn. Everyone had a blast at Starks where they enjoyed food, Full Moon cocktails and the wonderful Fondettes. Thanks to Bill Montgomery (aka Isaac DeTurk), Franco American Bakery, the Fondettes and Starks Steakhouse.

The fabulous Fondettes

The fabulous Fondettes

Standing room only at Starks

Standing room only at Starks

Isaac DeTurk appeared at the Round Barn

Isaac DeTurk appeared at the Round Barn

West End resident, Ty Jones, is featured in the new issue of Santa Rosa magazine. His mother, Marge, is very proud.

A new Boyce Street baby has arrived.  Will and Jacquie Smith have a beautiful baby boy.

Pierson Street neighbors mourn the loss of neighbor, Marie Albini.

Stay tuned for upcoming October events.

If you have West End photos (Regatta, Bocce, Full Moon Tour etc.) to share on the website… email them to Lea Barron-Thomas at westend@sonic.net

West Enders Carol, Lily & Dave show their Regatta spirit

West Enders Carol, Lily & Dave show their Regatta spirit

For more information check out the West End website

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