Tag-Archive for ◊ Krank-Boom-Clank ◊

• Thursday, May 19th, 2011

Ahhh… good times are just ahead. Bocce season is opening Friday Night and there’s a summer full of fun events ahead.

Friday Night, May 20th- West End Summer Bocce begins. It’s finally time to spend wonderful nights at DeMeo Park! Bocce is a most incredible social event- and lucky for us it is EVERY Friday night! Bring a dish to share. The West End Neighborhood Association has procured a use permit that allows us to to drink a little wine (in the true Italian style) while we play bocce. The permit is only for Friday Night Bocce and folks participating in the event. This is a family and dog friendly event. Location: DeMeo Park Time: 6:30 p.m. See Bocce 2010 Photo Gallery

Other upcoming events to put on your calendar. These are the best Summer offerings, many feature West End Artists and they are all within walking or biking distance:

July 16th, Saturday- West End Neighborhood Annual BBQ and Bicycle Parade. Decorate your favorite human powered contraption and ride in the parade! (Remember- 18 years and younger must wear bike helmets.) BBQ to follow.

The 2010 Bike Parade

June 12th, Sunday- 3rd Annual Mostly Python. Silly people take to the streets to be silly…..Live Monty Python skits from the “TOAD PLAYAS”,live bands,food,beers in the street.holy grails,fun ,frivolity and good times in the street outside the Toad.

June 10th- 12th- Harmony Festival. Maxfield Arts and the Fun Bike Unicorn Club (FBUC) present an exciting new attraction for Harmony Festival 2011 titled The Steampunk Garage, including Santa Rosa-based builders also known as Whiskeydrunk Cycles, Todd Barricklow, Krank-Boom-Clank and The Feed Barn, all of whom are intimately entwined with the North Bay’s popular annual Hand-car Regatta. Ananta De Tally plays on June 12th.

July 10th- August 14th -Live at Julliard. Every Sunday evening- enjoy live music in a beautiful setting. Most important dates (featuring West End artists!) July 10th- Miss Kitty and the Big Dogs, August 14th- Quarter Mile Combo. Two awesome bands you will not want to miss!

September 25th, Sunday- The Great West End and Railroad Square Handcar Regatta. Not to miss… and don’t forget to buy your tickets now. Handcar Regatta

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.

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

West End Arts and Artists- May

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Friday, May 13th, 2011

It’s all about creativity, innovation and talent in the West End. There are many, many opportunities to explore your own talent or enjoy the talent of another West Ender. Don’t forget- we are looking for talented kids for the Kid’s Talent Show on Sunday, May 22nd.

May 21 & 22, Saturday & Sunday-The Maker Faire is one of the most creative, unrestrained events celebrating arts, crafts, science and engineering. All the big Regatta vehicles including West End favorites the Hennepin Crawler and Murray the the fish and the entire Fun Bike Unicorn Club (all those wickedly crazy bike folks) will be attending. As the World’s Largest DIY Festival, this two-day family friendly Faire has something for everyone – a showcase of invention, creativity and resourcefulness and a celebration of the Maker mindset. Never has learning been so much fun or transplanted into a carnival-like atmosphere where fans of all ages explore several exposition and workshop pavilions, an outdoor midway, hands-on workshops, demonstrations and DIY competitions. Location: San Mateo County Event Center 1346 Saratoga Drive San Mateo, CA 94403 Time: Saturday – May 21st, 2011 from 10am – 8pm Sunday – May 22nd, 2011 from 10am – 6pm For tickets, directions or more info- click here! Whiskey Drunk Cycles Krank, Boom, Clank

Auditions – May 21 & 22, 2011 General Auditions announced for the 6^th Street Playhouse 2011-2012 season. 6^th Street Playhouse will be seeing Adult and Child actor/singers, by appointment only, for roles in the upcoming 2011-2012 Season of plays and musicals.To set up an audition appointment, please contact: Craig A. Miller, Artistic Director – craig(at)6thstreetplayhouse.com or call 707-523-4185, x 103. Auditions will be held Saturday,May 21^st from 12 PM – 8 PM Sunday, May 22^nd from 1 PM – 8PM. Both audition days will be held at The Rehearsal Studio at 6^th Street Playhouse, located at 52 W. 6^th Street, Unit B, Santa Rosa, CA 95401

Neighborhhod Kid's Talent Show

May 22nd, Sunday- West End Children’s Talent Show. We have a few local kiddos (and need more) that want to show off their talents. Allen and Lea have graciously offered to host the kid’s talent show on Sunday, May 22 about 3pm. It will be a small “low key” talent show. Please bring a kid, an act and some wine or a snack to share. Smiles, Jacquie Any questions, ideas or RSVP to jacquelinedl@earthlink.net

Remember, low key and fun is the idea. Kids can sing, play the kazoo, lip sync, recite a poem, perform magic tricks, tell jokes, act in a skit with other kids, juggle or display tricks they’ve taught the dog.

May 27th, Friday. An Evening with Conspiracy-A-Go-G0, Sharky Coast & ANANTA. Local music in an intimate setting. This is your chance to see the West End’s own amazing electric violinist and hula-hooper, Ananta! Free. Location: My Friend Joe’s Coffee Shop 1810 Mendocino Ave. Time: 7 p.m.- 9:30 p.m.

School of Drama – The Youth Summer Musical Theater Workshop. This Summer workshop will culminate in a four performance run of Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. Students will receive training in acting, dance and singing in a nurturing and challenging atmosphere. Workshop behinds June 13^th and last performance is on July 17^th. Registration begins March 15^th. Location: 6^th Street Playhouse Contact: Craig Miller, Director of Education at 523-4185 ext. 103, or email: craig@6thstreetplayhouse.com

Calling for Artists and Crafters:

Summer Nights | Railroad Square is the City of Santa Rosa’s annual, downtown summer arts event. Interested artists and crafters are encouraged to apply to this juried event. Please click on the link below for more information. Applications accepted ongoing throughout the spring/summer. Vendor Package

5th Street Share Fair on Sunday, July 10 We are seeking artists and makers of all kinds, including sculptors, painters, fiber artists, ceramics, jewelers, printers, etc. All mediums and genres are welcome. Artist/Vendor Application

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

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.

Category: Entertainment, Events, Miscellany, Neighbor News, West End Artists & Performers | Tags: 6th Street Playhouse, Ananta De Tally, Bike, Clifford Hill, David Farish, Hennepin Crawler, Krank-Boom-Clank, Lea Barron-Thomas, Summer Nights in Railroad Square, The Maker Faire, West End, West End Arts District, West End Children's Talent Show, West End neighborhood | Comments off

Saturday- you can’t stay home!

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Thursday, February 24th, 2011

This Saturday will be cold in temperature but hot in events and entertainment. In addition to the other events already mentioned, there are two additional opportunities for West Enders to have a good time.

February 26th Saturday- JUAN BOULDER... an acoustic string band that plays a mix of old-timey bluegrass and folk-rock. Band members are Karen Frindell-Teuscher- banjo & vocals; Kevin Teuscher- bass & vocals; Preston Booker- guitar & vocals; Bob Murnane- mandolin; Brian Carlisle- fiddle. Brett Fenex opens. Location: Cafe Azul 521 4th Street Time: 7 p.m. Our friend, Bob Murnane of Murnane Floors is a West End Neighborhood Association sponsor. Thank-you for supporting our neighborhood.

Juan Boulder

February 26th Saturday- Enter the Rabbit . Do you dare to see Santa Rosa’s LARGEST rabbit? A unique, colorful, crazy and somewhat belated Chinese New Year Celebration and Grand Opening Celebration for the Feed Barn. The Feed Barn is a new S. R. Arts Collective put together by independent artists (a West Ender or two) and crew members from the Handcar Regatta, Krank Boom Clank and Whiskey Drunk Cycles (the Fun Bike Unicorn Club), and Lost Arts Foundry. This promises to be quite an event- music, an appearance by Kurt Russell, of course, the Largest Rabbit in Santa Rosa. Dare to be photographed with this savage beast! Location: 55 Middle Rincon Rd. (big blue building) Time: 9 p.m. More info on Facebook

Enter the Rabbit!

Enter the Rabbit. This will be amazing!

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!

Category: Entertainment, Events | Tags: Bob Murnane, Juan Boulder, Krank-Boom-Clank, Lost Arts Foundry, S. R. Arts Collective, Santa Rosa, West End, West End neighborhood, Whiskey Drunk Cycles | 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

West End Photos of recent events

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Sunday, July 25th, 2010

It’s been a busy summer with lots of fun events happening in the West End.

The West End Summer Picnic and BBQ was a friendly and relaxed gathering of friends and neighbors. This year, we started the event off with our first ever Bicycle Parade. From the Hennepin Crawler to Todd Barricklow’s Two Penny bicycle to festive, decorated bicycles- it was an exciting of collection self-propelled wheeled objects. For photos of the event, Click Here! Thanks goes to Western Farm for use of their huge BBQ and the hay bales and to Bob Bertolini for always taking good care of us. Guy Dean and Heather Rosales for slaving over the hot grill. Maggie O’Brien, Jennifer Watson and Frank Keene serving as Bicycle Parade safety monitors.

Bike Parade, photo by Ben Rosales

West End Summer Bocce has been a great success in spite of cooler than expected evenings. Last week, La Palmarcito Market treated everyone to their wonderful cerviche and salsa. David Farish, of Krank Boom Clank, amused one and all (but the dogs) with another mutant ride-able sculptures of delight named Murray the Fish. Remember, Bocce is every Friday night at DeMeo Park. For more Bocce photos, CLICK Here!

Murray the Fish

CHOP’s Teen Club Summer Art Gala was an impressive collection of teen art and talent. The art displayed was by the Side by Side Professional Art Series which teamed professional artists with teens. The great food was catered by CHOP’S catering crew. It was a enjoyable event and excellent opportunity to see everything CHOP’s offers. For Photos Click Here!

CHOP's Summer Art Gala

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

Category: Bocce, Events, Neighbor News | Tags: Bike, bike friendly neighborhood, Bob Bertolini, Bocce, CHOPS Teen Club, David Farish, DeMeo Park, downtown santa rosa, Hennepin Crawler, Krank-Boom-Clank, Murray the Fish, Railroad Square, Santa Rosa, Todd Barricklow, West End, West End neighborhood, Western Farm Center | Comments off

BBQ & Bicycle Parade This Saturday!

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Thursday, July 15th, 2010

The West End Neighborhood Association’s annual summer BBQ is a long established tradition. This year, we will also have our first ever Bicycle parade before our neighborhood BBQ.

Saturday, July 17th – Bike Parade at DeMeo Park at 1:30 p.m. BBQ at DeMeo Park at 3 p.m.

You are invited to a bike parade!

West End’s First Ever Bicycle Parade. This year we will have a bicycle parade proceeding the BBQ. The fabulous Hennepin Crawler, created by West End artists Krank Boom Clank, will lead the parade. Whether you have a bicycle, wagon, stroller or roller blades- everyone is invited to join in the fun. The route for the parade will wind throughout the West End Neighborhood and is just under 1 mile in length. Decorations are not required, of course, but are heartily encouraged.

The Hennepin Crawler

West End’s Annual BBQ at DeMeo Park. Join your friends and neighbors at DeMeo Park for food, frivolity and fun. Bring a dish to share. Remember to bring serving utensils and mark your serving plates. Neighbors are invited to bring their own resuable plates and utensils. West End Neighborhood Association provides hamburgers, hotdogs, beverages, utensils and plates.

We need volunteers: For BBQ set up- (if you would like to help out show up at DeMeo Park at noon), BBQ clean up, Bocce court prep. The event would also benefit from kid-friendly activities/games such as face painting, water balloons and such- so present yourself for duty on Saturday if you are willing. We also usually need tables for the food- if you have any to lend- let us know. Allen (707) 477-8422.

To see photos from last year’s BBQ- 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!

Category: Events, Neighbor News | Tags: Allen Thomas, Bicycle Parade, Bocce, Clifford Hill, David Farish, DeMeo Park, downtown santa rosa, Hennepin Crawler, Krank-Boom-Clank, Santa Rosa, Skye Barnett, West End, West End neighborhood | Comments off

West End Artists and Performers: Show Tonite!!

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• 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

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: FREE

July 10^th 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

W. E. Bocce and Movie night

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Monday, June 07th, 2010

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. Wear layers for chilly nights.

West End Movie Night at DeMeo Park- Join your neighbors this Friday night at ** 8:45 ** pm to watch the movie Up in DeMeo Park (since the DeTurk Roundbarn is unavailable).Bring a blanket & such to sit on and keep warm with.. Movie details click here! For parental guide click here!

Interested in what’s going on in the New College Building? Good Cane Karma- Press Democrat

Summer Nights in Railroad Square was a delightful, relaxed and dog friendly event. Many West Enders enjoyed both bocce and Summer Nights- they are just a few blocks away after all! The West End’s own Cruella DeVille shows highlights Click Here! For more Summer Nights info… Click here!

Going for a ride with Uncle Skye!

Find out more about the Hennepin Crawler or the collective genius behind this kinetic conveyance of whimsy and other mutant ride-able sculptures of delight Krank-Boom-Clank .

For more photos of West End folks having fun… visit our Photo Gallery

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

Category: Bocce, Events, Videos | Tags: Bocce, Clifford Hill, David Farish, DeMeo Park, downtown santa rosa, Hennepin Crawler, Krank-Boom-Clank, Railroad Square, Robin Stephani, Santa Rosa, Skye Barnett, West End Movie Night, West End neighborhood | Comments off

A Call for Roses!

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Friday, May 14th, 2010

West End gardeners-

The Hennepin Crawler/Krank-Boom-Clank will appear in the Luther Burbank Parade on Saturday and they need lots of ROSES for decoration. Scour your yard, give what you can- bring them to Bocce tonight. For more info on Krank-Boom-Clank- a kinetic industrial arts collective including West End regulars- David Farish, Skye Barnett, & Clifford Hill CLICK HERE!

Hennepin Crawler ready for decorating

Rumor has it that both the Hennepin Crawler and Todd Barricklow’s Two Penny Bicycle may make it to Bocce tonight.

If you have lots of roses to give but can’t make it to Bocce- email and we will pick them up from your porch tonight. Email Lea Barron-Thomas westend@sonic.net

Dr. Deborah Crippen mows DeMeo Park

Has City of Santa Rosa Rec & Park Department hired new gardeners? No! That’s the West End’s own master gardener Dr. Deborah Crippen taking time from her busy Vet (Lakeside Pet Hospital) practice to prepare DeMeo Park for Bocce Night. You’re awesome, Deb! Allen Thomas ( Thomas & Co. Consulting) has spent much of the day grooming the courts and will probably be too tired to make it to bocce! Thank you, Allen! Both of these folks are West End Neighborhood Association sponsors. We’d like to thank all our sponsors for supporting this neighborhood.

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: Bocce, Events, Gardens & plants | Tags: Allen Thomas, Bike, Bocce, Clifford Hill, David Farish, DeMeo Park, downtown santa rosa, Dr. Deborah Crippen, Hennepin Crawler, Krank-Boom-Clank, Lakeside Pet Hospital, Lea Barron-Thomas, Santa Rosa, Skye Barnett, Thomas & Co. Consulting, Todd Barricklow, Two Penny, West End | Comments off

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Ahhh… good times are just ahead. Bocce season is opening Friday Night and there’s a summer full of fun events ahead.

Other upcoming events to put on your calendar. These are the best Summer offerings, many feature West End Artists and they are all within walking or biking distance:

It’s all about creativity, innovation and talent in the West End. There are many, many opportunities to explore your own talent or enjoy the talent of another West Ender. Don’t forget- we are looking for talented kids for the Kid’s Talent Show on Sunday, May 22nd.

This Saturday will be cold in temperature but hot in events and entertainment. In addition to the other events already mentioned, there are two additional opportunities for West Enders to have a good time.

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.

It’s been a busy summer with lots of fun events happening in the West End.

The West End Neighborhood Association’s annual summer BBQ is a long established tradition. This year, we will also have our first ever Bicycle parade before our neighborhood BBQ.

West End gardeners-