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West End Artists/Performers news
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• Tuesday, November 30th, 2010
The West End is teeming with creativity and talent.

December 3rd, Friday- Chop’s Variety Showcase. An evening of food and fun to celebrate the successes and talents of Chop’s members. This event is catered by the Chop’s Catering Crew. Free and open to the public. Location: Chops Teen Club 509 Adams Street Time: 4:30- 6:30 p.m.

December 3rd, Friday- The New Horizons Band Holiday Concert. The New Horizons Band highlights the talent of over 60 vintage musicians in a remarkable concert band and a lively swing band. The Holiday Concert will feature seasonal favorites and there is an innovative musical piece with 5 tubas.   Joan Woodhull, well known West End musician and gardener, will play the alto sax. Location: The Glaser Center 547 Mendocino Avenue Time: 7 p.m. Donations accepted in any amount.

The 2011 Accordion Babes calendar is here! This calendar has spicy pinup style photos and a compilation CD of all 12 Accordion Babes. A great gift idea!-The West End’s own squeezebox goddess,  Amber Lee Baker is Miss February. If you buy your calendar directly from Amber- it’s $15. Contact her at amber@amberleeandtheanomalies.com

Amber Lee Baker

Amber Lee Baker

The Hank Band recently played at the Lagunitas Beer Sanctuary. The weather was sultry and the band was hot too. The Hank Band featuring Tahmus Rounds, Chris Rovetti, Dave Zibel, Jim Peterson and the West End’s own Tim Sarter. They also just wrapped up their final show of Hank Williams: Lost Highway and also played. You really missed out if you didn’t get a chance to see them and since Tahmus lives in L.A., it’s a rare treat for them to get together. Check out our gallery to see more photos of West End Artists- click here!

The Hank Band

The Hank Band

Do you have a set of pipes on you? The West End Carolers are back and preparing for another round of Wassailing on Saturday December 18th. Looking for singers! If you enjoy choral singing and can sing in parts- Please join us! We especially need some low parts- Alto, bass and tenors! We will be practicing starting in December- Happy Caroling! For more info contact Tory

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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W. E. Artists & peformer date, auditions info
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• Tuesday, November 09th, 2010
The latest news from our West End artists & performers. There are also auditions for actors at the 6th St. Playhouse.

November 13th, Saturday- St. Peterbilt. Watch Sonoma County’s double clutchin, cop dodgin, jack knifein trucker band featuring Paul Riley, Vocals and Guitar; the West End’s own Justin Barr, Lead Guitar; Chris Bradley, Bass; Andy Rosa , Drums. Free Krush Show Location: Tres Hombres Long Bar & Grill 151 Petaluma Blvd. S., Suite 129 Time: 8 p.m.- 10 p.m.

St. Peterbilt

St. Peterbilt

If you are a Hank Band fan, you know it’s a rare treat to see them. ( They’re awesome see them on video click here!) Take notice of their November dates:

November 14th, Sunday- The Hank Band featuring Tahmus Rounds, Chris Rovetti, Dave Zibel, Jim Peterson and the West End’s own Tim Sarter will play this weekend.  Location: Lagunitas Beer Sanctuary Time: 3- 5 p.m.

November 18th, 19th, and 20th- Hank Williams: Lost Highway (See message) A message from Tim Sarter- Hello everyone, The time is nearly here for our encore performance of Hank Williams: Lost Highway. Last winter the cast and crew of this show performed this play for a run of 26 sold out shows at the 6th Street Playhouse. This month we are bringing it back for 3 shows only at Spreckles Performing Arts Center in Rohnert Park. We are excited about bringing it to a larger venue and are all looking forward to doing it again. The show runs . For full details: Heritage Music Theater

The Hank Band

The Hank Band

Your chance to support local artist- Amber Lee Baker. Most of us has had the pleasure of watching Amber Lee and the Anomalies perform. She plays the accordion, is a singer-songwriter and is part of the Accordion Babe Pin-Up Calendar revolution – reinventing the accordion as a sexy instrument. Amber is working on her second Album  “Indelible” it includes 8 well crafted songs and is bound to be fabulous.  There is a Kickstarter Fundraiser to help fund the Second Album. It’s a fun way for to pre-buy the album and get some great extras. The more you pledge, the more you get…. a private house concert for you and 10 friends, accordion lessons, T-shirts and more. For more info Amber Lee Kickstarter.

Amber Lee

Amber Lee

Every Sunday Night – West End DJ Katie Vrooman has a specialty radio show called “Great Dames, Vintage Chicks,” a collection of torch singers, big band singers and jazz vocalists from the 1930’s- 1960’s. Katie hand selects all the music from the show and talks about it as well. You can also hear Katie on Monday- Friday during mid-day- But the Sunday night show (10 p.m. to midnight) is about female singers who “carry the torch”. The KRUSH

6th Street Playhouse Audition Opportunities: Auditions announced for Ring of Fire & Cabaret. The 6th Street Playhouse has announced (non-Equity only) auditions for two upcoming season productions:  1) Ring of Fire: the Music of Johnny Cash [all roles in the 4m/4f in the ensemble cast] 2) Cabaret [the roles of the Emcee and Sally Bowles only]  These are general auditions: NO appointments are necessary.  Saturday, 11/13, 12 – 3pm, Ring of Fire only Tuesday, 11/16, 7 – 9pm, Ring of Fire only Saturday, 11/20, 12 – 3pm, Ring of Fire and Cabaret. For more info 6th Street Playhouse

Auditions announced for Intimate Apparel.  The 6th Street Playhouse has announced general auditions for Intimate Apparel on Wednesday, November 17 at 7:00 p.m. for three available roles: Mayme – ’30s’, African American George – ’30s’, Barbadian immigrant Mrs. Van Buren – ’30s’, white American  Appointments are not necessary. Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.  Actors cast in the production will receive a small stipend. Intimate Apparel, by Lynn Nottage, will be playing in the 6th Street Playhouse Studio Theater, February 11 – 27, 2011. Stage Director is Bronwen Shears  For more information, contact 6th Street Playhouse Interim Artistic Director Michael Fontaine at michael@6thstreetplayhouse.com, or 707-523-4185 x102.

Musicians note! Dickens Holiday Crafts Fair (December 4th & 5th at Finley Community Center) are looking for roving holiday-themed music entertainers for this event. Small stipend available. Email: craftsfair@srcity.org for more information. Dickens Holiday Crafts Fair info

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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Great weekend events
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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.

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West End Artists & Performers for July
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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!

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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

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West End Artists and Performers: Show Tonite!!
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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

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DeTurk Round Barn, This weekend
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• Friday, April 16th, 2010

De Turk Round Barn Park now under construction- The area on the south side of the park is being cleared for the new dog park. The West End Historic Rose garden will be moved to a new location. More info, dates and details to follow!

New dog park site

New dog park site

Gina Stateler-Calhoun & Cesca Wellman- Rose Garden crew

Gina Stateler-Calhoun & Cesca Wellman- Rose Garden crew

Don’t forget! Saturday April 24th at 11 a.m. Bocce Court Clean up at DeMeo Park-  Bring tools and gloves. Don’t forget your hat and sunblock.

Good things to do this weekend:

April 17th, Saturday at 8 p.m.- The Traveling Hillbilly Blues Band featuring cast members from the recent 6th Street Playhouse production of “Hank Williams, Lost Highway”. 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! At Aubergine After Dark, 755 Petaluma Ave. Sebastopol $5 cover charge The Traveling Hillbilly Blues Band

The Traveling Hillbilly Blues Band

The Traveling Hillbilly Blues Band

April 18th, Sunday 3 p.m.- Pug Play Day at DeTurk Round Barn Park. Watch masses of playful pugs cavorting around. Other friendly dogs and breeds are invited to attend. Join the Pug Play Day mailing list for lots of interesting information including Pug adoption/rescue opportunities. Lisa Howard lhoward@sonic.net

(Entire event list on previous West End Update or on West End calendar).

West Ender in the News – Gwen Riddell Certified Nurse and Midwife  See Press Demo Article

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April Events and gatherings
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• Sunday, April 11th, 2010

Don’t let Tax Day get you down. There’s lots of fun things to attend- Music, Earth Day, Pugs and West End talent - You choose!

Can you sing? April 15th, Thursday- Audition to sing the National Anthem at the AMGEN Tour of California! Wine Country Radio is holding auditions for their annual Anthem Contest, 6-8 p.m. at the Russian River Brewing Company. Come prepared to belt out the National Anthem on stage and have your performance video taped. The top 5 performers will have their videos posted on Wine Country Radio websites for radio listeners to vote on their favorite, who will ultimately sing the anthem at the AMGEN Tour of California celebration in Santa Rosa on May 17th! Russian River Brewing Co. 725 4th Street.

April 15th Thursday 7-9 p.m. – Free Live Swing and Jump Blues!! Miss Kitty & the Big Dogs. West End’s Tim Sarter plays bass. Free all ages show at Cafe Azul, 521 4th St. Next to Checkers.

Miss Kitty and the Big Dogs

Miss Kitty and the Big Dogs

April 15th Thursday – Surf Movie Night and the Missus’s birthday. 7p.m. – 11:45 p.m. at Toad in the Hole. Toad in the Hole

April 17th, Saturday Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Earth Day downtown & enjoy food, music, eco-friendly crafts & activities for kids, volunteer opportunities, local vendors, and environmental organizations.12p.m. to 4 p.m. in Courthouse Square.

Earth Day Fair 2010 in Courthouse Square

April 17th, Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.  “Family Day,” at the Sonoma County Museum . Admission is free with kids’ activities throughout the day! 425   7th Street  Sonoma Country Museum

April 17th, Saturday at 8 p.m.- The Traveling Hillbilly Blues Band featuring cast members from the recent 6th Street Playhouse production of “Hank Williams, Lost Highway”. 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! At Aubergine After Dark, 755 Petaluma Ave. Sebastopol $5 cover charge  The Traveling Hillbilly Blues Band

The Taveling Hillbilly Blues Band

The Traveling Hillbilly Blues Band

April 18th, Sunday 3 p.m.- Pug Play Day at DeTurk Round Barn Park. Watch masses of playful pugs cavorting around. Other friendly dogs and breeds are invited to attend. Join the Pug Play Day mailing list for lots of interesting information including Pug adoption/rescue opportunities. Lisa Howard    lhoward@sonic.net

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West End Theater & Talent News
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• Wednesday, February 24th, 2010
Talent abounds in the  West End neighborhood. We have many creative, talented residents. We are also very fortunate to have a live performance theater right on W. 6th Street. 6th St. Playhouse has announced auditions for an upcoming show… anyone interested?

February 27th, Saturday 1 p.m. & February 28th, Sunday 5 p.m.- 6th Street Playhouse announces auditions for it’s production of “Rent”. For complete audition information, 6th Street Playhouse- Auditions for “RENT”

West End's Tim Sarter recently appeared in "Hank Williams- Lost Highway"

West End's Tim Sarter recently appeared in "Hank Williams- Lost Highway"

February 26th through March 21st- 6th Street Playhouse presents “Dirty Blonde” A Comedy with music by Claudia Shear.The wit, career and irresistible appeal of legendary Hollywood star Mae West is remembered and explored in this awarding winning comedy. Two devoted Mae West fans swap stories and admiration of Mae West with comedy, history and musical flashbacks that honor the campy, sexy, groundbreaking icon who challenged film censors while titillating 1930s movie audiences with her memorable double entendres and erotic, independent female characters. Directed by Tara Blau TICKETS: $18 to $28 LOCATION: 6th Street Playhouse – GK Hardt Theatre 52 West 6th Street, Santa Rosa  6th Street Playhouse

Speaking of talented neighbors, The Gong Show (Produced by West End resident Kelly Cowan) was by all accounts,  smashing success. If you missed the show- you can still enjoy the show on video.  The West End would like to thank Marcy Mendelson for catching Carmen Miranda on video. ( Marcy has also offered to help Carmen work on some “killer” samba moves!)  The talented and dashing Clifford Hill has also taken photos of the event.

The Santa Rosa Gong Show 2010 Carmen Miranda Lives! Photos by Clifford Hill

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

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Quick Reminder- for Tonight
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• 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
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• 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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