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DeTurk Round Barn Update
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• Sunday, December 05th, 2010
The DeTurk Round Barn and Park project started this year in April and it’s anticipated that it might be finished before Christmas. Here’s an update:

Dog Park: The Dog park has been completed and is open. A new Maverick Plaque will be installed. The gate that was not staying closed has been repaired. Unfortunately, the beautiful green grass has turned into a muddy mess. Several dog park users have wanted to know who they could make comments to about the mud. Send them to Rich Hovden, City of S. R.

Park Landscaping: The sod and  plants have been put in. You may have noticed the use of grasses and even grapevines.  The DeTurk Vintage Rose garden has been replanted in their new location. Gina designed the plan for the roses based on their color, type and size. It will be gorgeous.

New Landscaping 11-25-10

New Landscaping 11-25-10

Barn Exterior: The exterior is nearly finished and only has a “punch list” for a few final items. The lighting is working but has not been turned on yet. No one will confirm a date for this as of yet.

The Exterior is almost finished 11-15

The Exterior is almost finished 11-15

Barn Interior: The interior has a little way to go. The wood flooring starts this week downstairs. The light fixtures are being put in upstairs. It will have to be completely finished prior to final notice.They anticipate around the 21st of December but of course, things happen and that may change.

For more photos of the DeTurk Round Barn project, click here!

Now the Big EXCITING news!

The FIRST wedding has been booked and they live in the neighborhood.  West End lovebirds Katie Vrooman and Justin Bar will tie the knot in the newly renovated DeTurk Round Barn. Isn’t that romantic?

The stylish Justin & Katie

The stylish Justin & Katie

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

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

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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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West End Artists & Performers calendar
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• Thursday, August 26th, 2010
As always, the West End’s talented folks offer lots of opportunities for entertainment. There’s even a chance for those with “special” talent to perform at the Gong Show.

August 27th, Friday 8:30 p.m.- West Enders Ken Risling and Avery Risling-Sholl will be back at Aroma Roasters. By popular demand, they will be performing their mix of traditional Celtic and American, featuring Avery’s vocals and fiddle and Ken’s award winning original songs. Aroma Roasters Ken Risling video

August 28th, Saturday 8 p.m.- The Blasters & Special guest band Quarter Mile Combo. Americana Rockabilly at it’s best. Quarter Mile Combos features the West End’s own Justin Barr.  Hopmonk Tavern Watch Quarter Mile Combo

Quarter Mile Combo

Quarter Mile Combo

August 28th, Saturday 9:00 p.m.- The return of the Santa Rosa Gong Show- hosted by Kelly Cowan. This is a live version of the T.V. show featuring local talent.  PERFORMERS needed! Do you have an act only your mother could love? Arrive by 8:30 to sign up. Location:  Toad in the Hole

Are you Gong worthy?

Are you Gong worthy?

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 95.9

CHOP’s Artist Series Video and upcoming event: There is a great link on the Press Democrat of a video of the Chop’s Artist Series that was captured at the Art Gala. Thought we might want to share it with our neighbors, especially those who were unable to attend the Art Gala. Click Here to watch! Also, mark your calendars- Sept 24 from 5-7:00 p.m.,  we will have an “Unveiling Event” for the handcar the teens designed and built to be raced in the Handcar Regatta.  It will be a super fun event!   Diana Curtin, Executive Director, Chop’s Teen Club

Proud West End Mother, Catherine DePrima reports that her son, Marshall Cook is currently filming his first Feature Film Directorial. Marshall not only directed, he also wrote the script and acted in it. It was not too long ago that Marshall, was a young boy on Boyce Street.  For more info on Marshall Cook

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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April 24 & 25th- clean ups, Amber Lee and more
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• Tuesday, April 20th, 2010

Spring is here and there are lots of ways to enjoy the outdoors. The West End is home to many gifted artists and performers. Take note of the many opportunities to support our local talent.

The West End Charter School has two fund raisers (see below) – a bake sale on Bocce clean up day and a yard sale. They welcome your support through donations and purchases. Questions? email to info@WECS.us

Don’t Forget! May 1st, Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.- The West End Neighborhood Spring yard sale. Time for Spring Cleaning! Empty out those closets and garages. (Rain Date is May 8th). $5 donation if you would like to participate- this covers costs of ads, signs that will be put up (and taken down) on the day of sale. Want to purge but don’t want to sell? The West End Charter School yard sale welcomes your donations. Drop them off at 127 W. 6th Street from 4-6 p.m. on Thursday, April 29th.

West End Garage Sale

West End Garage Sale

April 24th, Saturday at 11 a.m.- Bocce Court Clean up at DeMeo Park. A yearly tradition, spruce up the courts for the West End Summer Bocce Season. Bring tools, gloves and don’t forget the sunblock.  Plan to have a snack because the West End Charter School will hold a bake sale at the clean up.

Everyone can help clean up the courts.

Everyone can help clean up the courts.

Good times!

Good times!

April 24th, Saturday 9 a.m. to noon- Earth Day on the Greenway ( ages 5 to adult). Celebrate Earthday’s 40th birthday on the Prince Memorial Greenway. Help with a clean up of S. R. Creek, native plant care and trail Maintenance. Tools and refreshments provided. Location: Meet at the Olive Park footbridge. More info? Contact Alistair Bleifuss at 543-3845

April 25th, Sunday 8 p.m.- Amber Lee Baker, song writer, Accordion-ista, Vocalist and West End musician will perform at Aubergine After Dark.  For more on Amber Lee, click here!

Amber Lee Baker

Amber Lee Baker

April 25th, Sunday  4-9 p.m.-  North Bay Film & Art Collective – Sustainable Food Short Film Finale. A showcase of short films, some locally-produced, focusing on sustainability, ethics and community in relation to how we produce our food.  99 Sixth Street

April 25th, Sunday 10 a.m.- Keep the Tour 10 k Fun Run- A widepread effort and campaign to help the Amgen Tour of California continue to be a successful and integral part of our Santa Rosa community. For walkers or runners, the fun run starts on Third Street (@ B St.) in the heart of downtown Santa Rosa and follows a six mile loop along the scenic Prince Memorial Greenway before finishing near the entrance to Gateway Park, just a few short blocks from lots of fun and festivities in Old Court House Square. Sign up at keepthetour.com.

Every Sunday Night – West End DJ Katie Vrooman has a new 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 95.9

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

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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West End Bocce is coming!
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• Saturday, April 10th, 2010

West End Summer Bocce is right around the corner. Your West End Neighborhood Association dues pay for the lavatory for our Summer Bocce season. Pay your dues by Pay Pal on our website or mail your check, payable to the West End Neighborhood Association to : Dan Wright, 512 Jefferson Street, Santa Rosa CA 95401. $10 suggested but any amount appreciated.

April 24th, Saturday- Our Annual Bocce Court clean up is at DeMeo Park from 11 a.m. Bring tools, gloves and don’t forget a hat and sunblock.

May 14th, Friday night. Bocce Season Opening night. Time for Summer nights with your friends and neighbors at beautiful DeMeo Park. Bring food and drink to share. Fun event for everyone. Well-behaved dogs are welcomed.  Starts around 6 p.m.

View over the "parking lot" on Bocce night

View over the "parking lot" on Bocce night

Time for Spring Cleaning! Empty out those closets and garages for the West End Neighborhood Spring yard sale.  May 1st Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Rain Date is May 8th).$5 donation if you would like to participate- this covers costs of ads, signs that will be put up (and taken down) on the day of sale.

West End Garage Sale

West End Garage Sale

West End DJ Katie Vrooman has a new specialty show that airs on the Krush 95.9 on Sunday nights from 10 p.m. to midnight. It’s 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 is about female singers who “carry the torch”. The KRUSH 95.9

West End Feral Cat Colony update. There are approximately 30 cats in this colony and most of them have been fixed, given shots and flea protection (at no cost!) from Forgotten Felines. West End Neighbor Charly Thomas has set up feeding stations. Contributions for Forgotten Felines or cat food to Charly would be greatly appreciated.  These cats eat just over 3- 25 lb bags of cat food a month. Drop off food (25 lb Costco bag of adult cat food preferred) at 124 W. 6th.

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.

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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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