Tag-Archive for ◊ Last Day Saloon ◊

• Sunday, November 06th, 2011

NOTE! Put it on your calendar. The West End Neighborhood Association Fall Meeting will be November 17th, Thursday at 7 p.m. at the DeTurk Round Barn. It’s a good time to see neighbors before rain, cold and holidays keep us busy and indoors. News:

9th Street Community Mural: The finishing detail of the 9^th Street Community Mural is scheduled to be completed on Thursday, November 10^th. The “St. Rose Neighborhood” and “West End Neighborhood” will greet those who travel through the underpass. The Mural Committee members: Denise Hill from St. Rose Neighborhood & Sher Ennis and Lea Barron-Thomas from West End Neighborhood started the project in the Summer of 2009. Their goal was to take a dark, uninviting space and make it friendlier and easy to maintain. The Mural was funded by a City of Santa Rosa CAB grant. Mission complete!

A place to walk

Chop’s Teen Club members are working on a food drive. SAY (Social Advocates for Youth) has a Teen food pantry that is pretty bare. The teens decided to help them and a food drive was the first thing on the list. The Chop’s members will be dropping off boxes to stores in selected Railroad Square dropping bags off at houses in the neighborhood to collect items that people can spare or don’t use. Just leave this bag with any non-perishable food items you can spare in a visible place near your front door. Chops members will come by next Thursday 11/10 between 4pm and 6pm to collect the bags. Only non-perishable items will be collected.

DeMeo Park Clean up: The Interact Club at Chops and S. R. Rotary teamed up on Saturday to revive, refresh and clean up DeMeo Park. Check it out… it looks fabulous.

New Pedestrian trail: The City of S. R. has been constructing a new 10 foot wide pedestrian path from No. Dutton Ave to the S. R. Creek Tail. It is estimated that the new ramp will open by November 11th.

Thanksgiving without cooking or dishes or traveling? It is possible if you have Thanksgiving at Starks. The Thanksgiving Menu (Roast Willie Bird Turkey, Chef Mark’s Andouille Sausage & Wild Mushroom Stuffing, Traditional Giblet Gravy & Pomegranate-Cranberry Relish) will be served from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Most regular menu items will be available. Reserve right away because they fill up! Reservations at: (707) 546-6100 Location: Stark’s Steak & Seafood Starks is a West End Neighborhood Association sponsor. Thanks for supporting the West End!

North Bay Hootenanny every Wednesday at the Last Day Saloon. Come see traveling acts, up-and-comers, and local favorites! These shows are free and all ages, but try to bring some cash to donate to the artists- thanks! . Here are the upcoming line-ups: 11/9 Buster Blue, Triivlerackasaurus Rex, and the Erstwhile Memorial String Band. 11/16 B.C. Fitzpatrick, the Timothy O’Neil Band, Graham Lindsey, and Eight Belles. (There is no show on the 23^rd) 11/30 Mr. December, Homebrew, and Melinda Wiggins. Location: Last Day Saloon 120 5th St. Time: Show starts at 7:30pm

Events and Happenings:

November 12^th, Saturday- The Assistance League “New to You” Shop invites you to a ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of the Artstart’s murals on their building. Five art panels display models wearing vintage clothing from the 1920’s to the 1940’s. ArtStart artist is Chiara Sarter (That’s Tim Sarter and Chelsea Jacobsen’s daughter.) Join them for the ceremony, refreshments and special sale. Location: “New to You” Shop 5 West 6^th Street Time: 11 a.m.

November 12th, Saturday- 7^th Annual Winterblast Art, Live Music, SOFA parade, Food. Location: South A. Street Time: 5-8PM

Nov. 15th, Tuesday A Christmas Story Preview night will benefit the Railroad Square Association for beautification and promotion. The evening starts with a Reception at 7:30 offering complimentary wines and coffee. The performance is at 8PM. Tickets are $20 each or 6 tickets for $100.Should be lots of fun! Location: 6^th Street Playhouse Time: 7:30

November 17th, Thursday- West End Neighborhood Association Fall Meeting Location: DeTurk Round Barn Time: 7 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

Events for the end of October

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Wednesday, October 26th, 2011

Sometimes the hardest thing about living in the West End is deciding between all events and happenings… but who’s complaining? It’s awesome living close to everything.

Oct. 28^th Friday- Lil’ Brian & the Zydeco Travelers + Andre Thierry Zydeco (cajun zydeco) $10 advance / $15 day of show 21+ Location: Last Day Saloon 120 5^th Street Time: 8:00 door 8:30 show

October 29^th- Chop’s Halloween Carnival An evening of safe and ghoulish fun. All ages welcome. $4 Location: Chop’s Teen Club 509 Adams Street Time: 5- 8 p.m. Chop’s Teen Club

October 29th, Saturday- “Love Like This” An evening of music and song with Take Jack. This 10-member Sonoma County based group includes the incredible voice of West End’s own Gene Wright. They have a vast repertoire ranging from original compositions and arrangements to 10 part a cappella. All songs for “Love Like This” celebrate love and a passion for living. Tickets are $25. Location: The Journey Center 1601 4th Street Time: 7:30 p.m.

Oct. 29^th Saturday – Halloween Party DJ dance hits cost is $5 21+ Location: Last Day Saloon 120 5^th Street Time: 9 p.m.door, 9:30 show

October 29^th Saturday and 30^th, Sunday- Sing-a-long-a Sound of Music Calling all Nuns, Goat herders, Hills, Alps, Baronesses, Brown Paper Packages! This is your chance to sing-along to the most successful movie musical of all time. It’s a major audience participation event with subtitled songs to help you follow along, a costume competition and fancy dress parade. You can dress up as anything and everything represented in the classic film. A host leads the audience through a vocal warm up and gives a comprehensive guide to the accompanying actions and use of the interactive funpack. $25 General, $15 Children 14 and younger. Location: 6th Street Playhouse G.K. Hardt Theatre 52 W. 6th Street Time: Oct 29th - 7:00 p.m., Oct 30th 2:00 p.m.

October 29th, Saturday- Mystique Masquerade. Hallows Eve Ball featuring a West End favorite- The Baby Seal Club. They’re back- hooray! $20 advance, $25 at door. Location: Aubergine After Dark 755 Petaluma Ave., Sebastopol Time: 9 p.m.- 2 a.m.

October 31st, Monday – West End Kid’s Halloween Parade Meet up between 6 and 6:15 to show off your costumes and then we can parade around the neighborhood AND THEN TRICK OR TREAT!!!
DOGS And ADULTS WELCOME TOO!!! Location: Meet at 306 Boyce Street Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm

The West End Neighborhood where urbanism, preservation, art and Pet Friendly people come together! For the latest updates, crime alerts, full calendar of events and photos- go tothe West End Neighborhood website. Click Here!

Category: Entertainment, Events, Miscellany, Neighbor News | Tags: 6th Street Playhouse, CHOPS Teen Club, Gene Wright, Last Day Saloon, Take Jack, The Baby Seal Club, West End, West End Kid's Halloween Parade, West End neighborhood | Comments off

Regatta and Bicycles

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Thursday, September 22nd, 2011

Subtle Hint: On Sunday the entire West End neighborhood will be inundated with Regatta enthusiasts (and their cars.) If you are going to need street parking… plan ahead! The Grand Fondo is right around the corner. There will be many ways to celebrate the bicycle.

September 23rd, Gallagher (Comedy) 21 years + Location: Last Day Saloon 120 Fifth Street Time: 8 p.m. Door, 8:30 Show

Last Day Saloon

September 23^rd, Friday- Unveiling of Chop’s Handcar- A kick off to the Great Handcar Regatta weekend. Location: Chop’s Teen Club 509 Adams Time: 5-7 p.m. Chop’s Teen Club

September 25th, Sunday- The Great West End and Railroad Square Handcar Regatta is coming! (As if you didn’t know!) Dress to impress. THE HUBBUB CLUB will open and close the regatta this year, as usual. They will start out near Aroma Roasters in the morning but it’s a surprise where they will be by 5:30…. but never fear because you will hear them coming. The BEST source for Regatta information is at: hand-carregatta.com Time: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

September 24^th, Saturday- Free Family Day at So. Co. Museum. With activities inspired by their Current exhibit – Customized: The Art and History of the Bicycle including an organized family ride with the Sonoma County Bicycle Coalition. Location: Meet in front of the Museum at noon, for a 3 mile loop that will tour Downtown Santa Rosa’s public art installations before returning to the museum. Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m./ Meet in front of the museum at Noon for the Family Bike Ride

September 30^th, Friday- Whiskey Drome at So. Co. Museum. Museum open late to celebrate the Gran Fondo! Featuring the Whiskey Drome. SCM is part of RadioShack DownTown – a self-guided jaunt through local bars, cafes, and restaurants in Downtown Santa Rosa. Location: Sonoma County Museum Time: 5- 9 p.m.

So. Co. Bicycle Coalition/ Sonoma CountyMuseum Events- Click here!

October 1^st, Saturday- Levi’s GranFondo. Late Check-In 5:30am – 7:30am. Ride Starts at 8am Sharp. FondoSonoma Festival 10am – 6pm at the Finley Center . Road Closures. Best source for GranFondo is at their website- click here!

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

R U Ready to Regatta?

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Monday, September 19th, 2011

The 4^th Annual 2011 Great West End and Railroad Square Handcar Regatta & Exposition of Mechanical and Artistic Wonders is on September 25th Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. As tradition dictates…. it will be blazing hot… so dress with that in mind. Also… we all love our dogs… but leave them home. They can enjoy the cool house- and as you know, they are always happy to see you when you come home!

The BEST source for Regatta information is at: hand-carregatta.com

This year’s theme: Utopian Societies. Whatever shall you wear? Dr. Kitty has the answer:

Buy your tickets!

https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/162601

Other Regatta Related events:

September 23^rd, Friday- Unveiling of Chop’s Handcar- A kick off to the Great Handcar Regatta weekend. Location: Chop’s Teen Club 509 Adams Time: 5-7 p.m. Facebook

September 24th, Saturday- Carny Brat Super Show Extravaganza/ Handcar Regatta Pre Party. Our Vinyl Vows, Sideshow Performers, Magician, Palm Reader, a Burlesque act. $10 advance, $12 Day of show 21 years + Location: Last Day Saloon 120 Fifth Street Time: 9 p.m. Door, 9:30 Show

Last Day Saloon

September 25th, Sunday- STEAMSPLOITATION: Free Music & Art Fair Facebook. Music by The Cigarette Bums, Conspiracy-a-Go-Go and the West End’s own Ananta Fiddle Hooper & more! Location: The Arlene Francis Center 99 Sixth St. Time: 11:00am – 5:00pm Facebook

September 25^th, Sunday Regatta Pasta & Wine After party. Dinner, Wine and music. What’s not to like? Pasta Red Sauce or Pasta Pesto; Bread ; Meat Ball & A Glass of Wine. $22 per person. Location: D’Argenzio Winery 1301 Cleveland Ave Time: 5:00pm – 9:00pm Facebook

D'Argenzio Fine Wines

Sept. 25^th, Sunday- The Perpetual Regatta Post-Party Extravaganza. After a day of fun at the Handcar Regatta, come partake in a wild variety of musical styles at Santa Rosa’s best art and cultural venue, the always affecting and inspiring Arlene Francis Center! Music by: Gabby La La, The Black Hats and Fanfare Zambleta, The Little Lost Boys and more. $10, Bar with ID. For more info, call (707) 326-5274 Location: The Arlene Francis Center for Spirit Art and Politics 99 Sixth Street Time: 5:30- 11:30 Facebook

September 25^th, Sunday- The Handcar Regatta After-Party Specatular! After an exciting day of festivities in the sun, come down to the Last Day Saloon to enjoy a refreshing beer and some fantastic live music by ! The David Luning Band (folk rock), Three Legged Sister (beautiful harmonies), Old Jawbone (good times Americana) and more.$8 All ages until 10 p.m., then 21 and up. For more info, call (707) 326-5274 Location: Last Day Saloon Time: 6:00pm until after midnight Facebook

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

Category: Entertainment, Events, Miscellany | Tags: CHOPS Teen Club, D'Argenzio Winery, downtown santa rosa, Handcar Regatta, Hennepin Crawler, Last Day Saloon, Railroad Square, Santa Rosa, The Arlene Francis Center, West End, West End neighborhood | Comments off

Last Bocce, Mural Painting, White Water Rodeo

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Monday, September 12th, 2011

Our last West End Summer Bocce is this Friday… you won’t want to miss it. On Saturday, you can also participate in beautifying the dull, neglected 9th Street overcrossing. Kid fun alert! The White Water rodeo, also on Saturday, promises to be extremely entertaining. Best of all almost everything is right in the neighborhood.

In the West End:

September 16th, Friday- West End Summer Bocce. LAST ONE! West End Summer Bocce. Celebrate the West End- neighbors and friends, great food and bocce in a family & kid environment. Well behaved dogs are invited to attend. Bring food or drink to share. Location: DeMeo Park Time: 6 p.m.

Last Bocce this Friday!

September 17th, Saturday- 9th Street Mural Community Painting Day #2 Help us paint! The St. Rose and West End neighborhoods have joined forces to create a mural for the 9th Street under crossing. The goal is to create an attractive, comfortable, graffiti-free experience for the pedestrian, bike rider, driver or neighbor who may travel through this under crossing. The design, by Mario Uribe, is also easy to maintain by neighborhood volunteers. Help us paint! Snacks and beverages provided. Location: 9th Street Undercrossing. 9th Street between Wilson and Morgan Street Time: 9 a.m. Facebook

Day 1 Volunteers

September 17^th, Saturday- 7^th Annual Kid’s Street Poker Run, BBQ & Car Show. Rev up your engines and go hog wild. BBQ & Car show 2:30- 4 p.m. Poker run 8:30- 10:30. Location: Kid St. 709 Davis- www.kidstreet.org register for poker run.

September 17^th- 24^th- Creek Week. A week long series of walks, bike rides and activities for all ages. This will be a time of fun and adventure, with educational activities for everyone at your local creeks and nature areas. Creek Week event: September 17^th, Saturday- Whitewater Rodeo On Santa Rosa Creek (all ages welcome) Build a toy boat and race it down Santa Rosa Creek. Don’t have time to build a boat? Materials and assistance will be available to build your own vessel that morning. Wear shoes that can get wet. Laughs and prizes, everyone is a winner! Boy Scouts and Lifeguards will be on hand to demonstrate their skills and provide water safety. For more info: Alistair Bleifuss at 543-3845 or ableifuss@srcity.org Time: 10:30 a.m.- noon Location: Meet at the Pierson Street bridge (near # 5 Pierson Street between W. 3rd and W. 6th Streets) Creek Week

September 18^th- Pug Play Day Piles of Pugs play and cavort. It’s a sight to see. Pug Play Day is held the 3rd Sunday of every month. For more info: Lisa Howard

September 18th, Sunday- The Great Burro Studios presents Rock-Cital 17 featuring So. Co. Youth Rock bands (a variety of rock covers) All ages. Location: Last DaySaloon 120 Fifth Street Time: 12 p.m.- 7 p.m.

Other:

September 14^th -Solar Thermal Workshop – Clean Energy Series Workshop. Held every 2^nd Wednesday until December. Location: 25 Stony Point Road, UFO Bldg., Room M Time: 6-7 p.m. For more info: CEA

September 16^th & 17^th, Friday and Saturday- S. R. Rural Cemetery Lamp Light Tour. Walk at night through Santa Rosa’s oldest cemetery to see and hear all new dramatic portrayals of some of our city’s early settlers. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a flashlight. Location: S. R. Rural Cemetery- Tours leave from the McDonald Gate. Time: For ticket and times go do S. R. Rural Cemetery Events

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

Category: Bocce, Clean-up, Entertainment, Events, Miscellany, Neighbor News | Tags: 9th Street Mural project, Bocce, DeMeo Park, downtown santa rosa, Kid St. Poker Run, Last Day Saloon, Lea Barron-Thomas, Railroad Square, Santa Rosa Creek, West End, West End neighborhood | Comments off

Early September- Music & Art

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Tuesday, August 30th, 2011

September… the end of the summer season. The Last West End Bocce is on Friday, September 16th- that’s when we take the group photo so plan to show up early. The last West End Summer Movie night is on Friday, September 9th. The movie will be “Spirited Away”. On the other hand- The Great West End and Railroad Square Handcar Regatta and all the surrounding events will be at the end of the month. So it’s all good.

West End Bocce Photo 2007

W. E. Bocce Photo 2010

Sept 2- Summer Nights at Railroad Square. A Summer Street Party featuring wine tasting, live music, outdoor dining, crafters and art. Location: Historic Railroad Square- 4^th Street from Wilson to Davis Street. Time: 6- 9 p.m. For more info: http://snrrs.com

September 3rd, Saturday- A Piece of My Heart featuring Julie Medieros (classic rock) $8 advance/$10 Day of show 21 years + Location: Last Day Saloon 120 5th Street Time: 8 p.m. door, 8:30 show

Last Day Saloon

September 2nd, Friday- Avery Risling-Sholl & Ken Risling- West Enders Avery Risling-Sholl, vocalist and fiddler extraordinaire, will be joined Ken Risling once again in the hallowed halls of Aroma Roasters.
Those who follow him know Avery has been studying traditional Scottish music at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama in Glasgow. He is back stateside for a brief stay, and wants to play in his home neighborhood. Songwriter Ken Risling (“Dad”) leaps with joy at another chance to team up with his son for an evening of melody, harmony, and singing strings. Other musical friends may show up as well. Join them for an evening of fun, music (and maybe a few tears). Location: Aroma Roasters 95 Fifth St Time: 8:00 PM

Ken Risling & Avery Risling-Sholl

September 1st, Thursday- Art Show- artist’s reception – West End artist Jenny Harp has a current art show entitled “Everything will Be Okay” . Closing reception- come to meet the artist. Location: Daredevils & Queens Time: 122 4th Street 7:30 to 9 p.m.

Jenny Harp- Art Show

Show ends September 4th! Kiss Me Kate A raucous and riotously funny play-within-a-play. Directed by Craig A. Miller Location: 6th Street Playhouse Time: Check website for showtimes and tickets

September 6^th, Tuesday- Music, Meditation, Stillness: 20 minutes of soothing cello, 20 minutes of silent meditation, 20 minutes of rejuvenating violin. (Violin played by West End artist Ananta www.anantafiddlehooper.com) Every Tuesday going forward. Location: dhyana Center Time: 6-7pm

September 7, Sunday- Why Go Solar? Have High Energy Bills? The City of Santa Rosa Clean Energy Advocates are hosting a special workshop where you can learn how solar systems work, if your home can benefit from going solar, available rebates, financing options and much more! A great educational opportunity. RSVP here, show up or call the CEA’s with any questions. srcity.org/CEA Location: 100 Santa Rosa Ave. at the City Council Chambers Time: 6pm

September 9th, Friday- 6th Street Improv Season Opener Show. Back for their 4th season with 17 shows, 6th Street Improv is back in the Studio, bringing you their unique brand of humor and story-telling with lots of audience participation and improvised music! Buy your tickets early as their holiday shows sell out quickly! $14 Location: 6th St. Playhouse Mainstage 52 West 6th Street Time: 8 p.m. For tickets, visit www.6thStreetPlayhouse.com or call 523-4185.

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!

Category: Entertainment, Miscellany, Public Meetings, West End Artists & Performers | Tags: 6th Street Playhouse, Ananta De Tally, Avery Risling-Sholl, Bocce, Jenny Harp Santa Rosa Artist, Ken Risling, Last Day Saloon | Comments off

At, In, or Running by De Turk Round Barn

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Sunday, August 21st, 2011

The Save our Pools 5k race will, once again, run a path through the West End. The race starts at 8 a.m.- so watch for racers to course through the West End sometime after that. Sit on your porch, drink your coffee and ring your cowbells for the racers- unless, of course, you plan to race! Also… only 4 more Bocce nights. Last date is September 16th.

At DeTurk Round Barn:

August 26th, Friday- West End Summer Movie Nights at DeTurk Round Barn “Duma”- 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

West End Summer Movie Night

August 26th, Friday- Petty Theft. The Ultimate tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. (rockcovers/ hits of the 80s) 21 years +, $15 advance/$18 day of show. Location: The Last Day Saloon 120 5th Street Time 9 p.m. door, 9:30 show

Last Day Saloon

Running by DeTurk Round Barn:

August 28^th, Saturday- The Santa Rosa Marathon and 5K SAVE OUR POOLS Charity Race. The 5K will loop through the West End… so get your cowbells out to cheer on the runners! ( 5 K race map) The Marathon is a double 13.1 mile loop that starts in Juilliard Park in downtown Santa Rosa. The half Marathon starts at the same location and completes one loop. It is a flat, fast Boston Qualified course that loops the entire scenic Prince Memorial Greenway. The 5 K race will raise funds to help support Chops Teen Center’s unique workforce job placement program and to help “Save the (Finley and Ridgeway) Pools. A portion of the Marathon will benefit the Sonoma County Humane Society and Valley of the Moon Children’s Foundation. Enjoy a fun festival in Juilliard Park after the races that will include live music by local rock band WonderBread 5. For more info S. R. Marathon

In DeTurk Round Barn:

August 29th Free educational workshop for homeowners of historical properties. Want to learn how you can update your older home to be more energy efficient? Don’t want to lose the historical integrity in the process? This FREE workshop will cover the do’s and don’ts of energy efficiency measures without losing that historical appeal. For more information please contact the City of Santa Rosa Clean Energy Advocates at 707‐543‐3886 or CEA@srcity.org or www.srcity.org/CEA.

The DeTurk Round Barn

August 29^th, Monday- Spring Maxfield, organizer and cofounder of The Great West End & Railroad Square Handcar Regatta- will discuss the origin of this event and trace the event’s growth to become one of the country’s most popular fall activities. Now in its fourth year, the Regatta is billed as a “splendid celebration of art, science and ingenuity” which is a “spectacle for both young and old. Open to the public and free. Parking permit required on campus $4 Location: SRJC Newman Auditorium, Emeritus Hall S. R. Campus Time: 12:15 p.m. The Great West End & Railroad Square Handcar Regatta

Spring Maxfield

The Great West End & Railroad Square Handcar Regatta- Have you bought your tickets yet? ONLY $8 until September 24th- Immediately click HERE to buy tickets.

Don't tarry! Buy your tickets now!

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: Miscellany | Tags: DeTurk Round Barn, Last Day Saloon, Spring Maxfield, The Great West End and Railroad Square Handcar Regatta, West End, West End neighborhood, West End Summer Movie Night at DeTurk Park | Comments off

Early August -Music, ‘Staches & Alley Cats

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Thursday, August 04th, 2011

Can it be August already? Goodness Gracious! You can always “Wine Down” on Thursday at D’Argenzio Winery or Bocce on Friday at DeMeo Park! A few other ideas:

August 5th, Friday- 95.9 The KRUSH & EarleFest welcomes Carolyn Wonderland + Shelley King. The first 50 tickets sold at this show will receive and EarleFest discount! (Americana blues) Location: Last Day Saloon 120 Fifth St. Time: 8 P.m. door, 8:30 P.m.

Last Day Saloon

August 5th- September 4th Friday- Kiss Me, Kate.This raucous and riotously funny play-within-a-play explodes as our leading lady, Lilli Vanessi, is forced to play opposite her ex-husband/director/leading man, Fred Graham. Already on poor terms, the pair engage in an all-out emotional war mid-performance that threatens the production’s success. Combine Shakespeare’s timeless battle-of-the-sexes play, Taming of the Shrew, with the incomparable music and lyrics of the great Cole Porter and throw in a few gangsters what you get is a lush and sophisticated musical comedy valentine to a life in the theatre! Directed by Craig A. Miller Location: 6th Street Playhouse Time: Check website for showtimes and tickets

August 5 – Summer Nights at Railroad Square. A Summer Street Party featuring wine tasting, live music, outdoor dining, crafters and art. The event is free, with wine tasting available for $20 with proceeds benefiting local non-profit organizations. Location: Historic Railroad Square- 4^th Street from Wilson to Davis Street. Time: 6- 9 p.m. For more info: http://snrrs.com

August 6th, Saturday- First Saturday Clean up Help take care of restored Santa Rosa Creek flowing through the heart of downtown. Clean up and then pizza for lunch afterward. Please bring utensils so we may keep our trash impact low. Contribution to lunch, desserts, fruit and appetizers are always welcome. Stan Gow coordinates the clean up. Location: Meet at Olive Park Time: 10 a.m. First Saturday Clean Up

August 6th, Saturday- ‘Staches & Spokes- a Bicycle-themed art show! Mustache competition, live music, eats & drinks. Art by: Whiskeydrunk Cycles & the Whiskeydrome, David Farish, Wil Smith, Jacqueline Smith, Todd Barricklow, Arn Anderson, Mica Jennings and more! Location: Top Deck of the S. R. 4th Street Parking Garage Time: 3 p.m.- 8 p.m.

'Staches & Spokes

Aug 6^th- Sat- History Walking Tours at the Rural Cemetery. Learn about the amazing lives of S. R.’s pioneers. 70 minute docent led walk through pioneer cemetery. Free admission. Donations appreciated. Location: S. R. Rural Cemetery Located at Franklin & Monroe Streets Meet at the Franklin Gate. Time: Tours leave every 20 minutes between 10a.m. to 11 a.m. Santa Rosa Rural Cemetery

August 7^th, Sunday- 4^th Annual Alley Cat Race & Food Drive Bike Participants meet at THE TOAD for registration and route map at 1pm. Race will take approxiately 1 hour. Family participation encouraged!!! AFTER RACE PARTY: music, raffles and food drive fun at the TOAD until evening. WIN A BIKE, ART and other awesome things. This is a Kelly Cowan event and it supports the Redwood Empire Food Bank. Location: Toad in the Hole 116 Fifth Street Time: 1 p.m.

4th Annual Alley Cat Race

August 10th, Wednesday-FREE monthly workshop from the Clean Energy Advocates! Solar Hot Water Workshop! The City of Santa Rosa Clean Energy Advocates are hosting a workshop about Solar Hot Water systems for your home on Wed. August 10^th 6p-7p. Come learn from experts as they discuss how the systems work, benefits to your home, rebates available and more. RSVP here, show up or call the CEA’s with any questions 707-543-3886. Location: 35 Stony Point Road, UFO Building, Room M Time: 6-7 p.m. For more info. visit: www.srcity.org/CEA

Clean Energy Advocate

Rain Checks, Poodles, Knitting & Pythons

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Wednesday, June 08th, 2011

All right! The rain has stopped so let’s get out and enjoy. Two events are “Rain Checks” this Friday and there’s lots of other great things to do.

Rain Checks:

June 10th, Friday - “Toy Story 3″ -West End Summer Movie Nights. 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

Movie under the stars.

June 10th, Friday -The June 3rd Summer Nights | Railroad Square has been rescheduled for June 10^th.A Summer Street Party featuring wine tasting, live music, outdoor dining, crafters and art. The event is free, with wine tasting available for $20. Location: Historic Railroad Square- 4^th Street from Wilson to Davis Street. Time: 6- 9 p.m. For more info: http://snrrs.com

This week:

June 9^th, Thursday- KRSH Backyard Concert featuring Steve Lucky & the Rhumba Bums (Jump blues, swing, jazz, and rare gems inspired by the 1930′s, 40′s and 50′s) with Miss Kitty and the Big Dogs (West End’s Tim Sarter on bass) . Low lawn chairs only, please. No coolers, no dogs. Location: Kids welcome! Station House 3565 Standish Ave. off Todd Road exit on 101 in Santa Rosa Time: The Backyard opens at 5:30. Music at 6.

Every Friday night- West End Summer Bocce at DeMeo Park at 6:30 p.m. Gossip, grub and game! 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. No glass in the park as per park rules. Location: DeMeo Park Time: 6:30 p.m.

June 10^th, Friday - Bring Back The Fillmore Party Review with A Piece of My Heart featuring Julie Medeiros + H.O.T.S. (60′s & 70′s classic dance rock) cost is $10 advance / $13 day of show • 21+ Location: The Last Day Saloon Time: 8:00 PM door • 8:30 PM show buy tickets online, Last Day Saloon & Last Record Store

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. Harmony Festival Location: Sonoma County Fairgrounds

June 11th- Peggy Sue’s Cruise- Parade of Cars. Santa Rosa will rumble with excitement. A delight for car enthusiasts – the cruise features American made models dating from the early 1900′s to 1976. The 9th annual Peggy Sue’s Cruise is a 3 day event- music, car show, chili cook-off, poker run and more . Location: Cruise on 4th, 5th, Brookwood, Ross, and B streets. (Other events take place at A Place to Play park, 2375 W. Third) Time: 6-9 p.m. peggysuescruise.com

June 11th, Saturday 3rd annual Knit in Public Day. Yes… that’s Knit in Public right in front of Cast Away Yarn Shop. They will have a shade tent & cozy seating, and snacks and water for knitters! Come on down and show ‘em how it’s done! Location: Cast Away Yarn Shop 111 4th Street in Historic Railroad Square Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Facebook

Knit in public in front of Cast Away Yarn Shop

June 12^th- West End Poodle Party. Oodles of Poodles will party at Dog Park. The West End Poodle Party is held the second Sunday of every month. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Park. Time: 11 a.m. Facebook

Even elegant Poodles like to Party

June 12th, Sunday. The 3rd Annual Mostly Monty Python This is a Toad in the Hole Street fair with music, entertainment and, of course, beer! Location: 5th Street- in front of the Toad Time: noon until 6pm

Mostly Python III

June 13^th, 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

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 email goes 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

Early June- DeTurk movies, Rialto film fest & more

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Wednesday, June 01st, 2011

We’re ready for a summer season of events and activities, now we just need the weather to cooperate. The West End plays Bocce at DeMeo Park every Friday night at 6:30 p.m. West End Summer Movie nights start this Friday ( “weather permitting”. Let’s cross our fingers!) There’s lots of other things to do too… take a gander and pick your favorites.

June 3rd- September 9th- 2011 West End Summer Movie Nights. Family friendly movies will be projected against the side of the barn- all movies start at DARK. Questions? Email Paul or Veronica at jordanpoling@gmail.com

June 3rd, Friday- Toy Story 3. 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.

2011 West End Movie Night Schedule

June 3^rd, Friday to June 26^th, Sunday. The Mystery of Irma Vep. On a “dark and stormy night,” Lady Enid arrives at an estate with her new husband and strange things begin to happen- a hilarious comedy that has everything. Location: 6^th Street Playhouse 52 W. 6^th Street. Check website for show times and tickets http://www.6thstreetplayhouse.com

June 3, July 1, August 5 & Sept 2- Summer Nights at Railroad Square. A Summer Street Party featuring wine tasting, live music, outdoor dining, crafters and art. The event is free, with wine tasting available for $20 with proceeds benefiting local non-profit organizations. Location: Historic Railroad Square- 4^th Street from Wilson to Davis Street. Time: 6- 9 p.m. For more info: http://snrrs.com

June 4^th- First Saturday Clean up Help take care of restored Santa Rosa Creek flowing through the heart of downtown. Clean up and then pizza for lunch afterward. Please bring utensils so we may keep our trash impact low. Contribution to lunch, desserts, fruit and appetizers are always welcome. Location: Meet at Olive Park Time: 10 a.m. First Saturday Clean Up

June 4th, Saturday- Celebrating The Last Day Saloon’s 38th Year and 10th Anniversary in Santa Rosa with Pride & Joy (r&b Motown) 21+ Location: The Last Day Saloon Time: 8:30 PM door • 9:00 PM show buy tickets online at www.lastdaysaloon.com

June 4^th and 5, Saturday & Sunday Wine country Quilts Moonlight Quilters of So. Co. West End Textile Artist Gina Stateler-Calhoun invites you to see locally created quilts. One-day admission: $8 2 day admission $10 Child $2. Location: S. R. Veterans Memorial Building 1351 Maple Ave. Time: Saturday 10-5 Sunday 10-4 http://mqsc.org

Wine Country Quilts June 4 & 5th

June 5^th, Sunday, So. Co. Pride and Celebration. This year’s celebration was organized by the Russian River Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, so it will feature more Glitter, more Glam and more Indulgence! Talented Westender, ANANTA will perform. She is an alternative/ambient electric violinist, cellist, beat mistress and hula-hooper extraordinaire. Location: Guerneville Lodge 15905 River Road Guerneville, California Time: 11 a.m to 6 p.m. http://www.anantafiddlehooper.com

June 8^th, Wednesday- Rialto Film Festival- “Conviction” Betty Anne Waters, a Massachusetts wife and mother of two, dedicates her life to overturning the murder conviction of her older brother Kenny. Convinced that her brother is innocent, Betty Anne puts herself through an 18 year quest to free Kenny. Screenwriter and So. Co. resident Pamela Gray, appear for Q&A following the 4:00pm and 7:00pm showings. Adults $10 Seniors (60 and up) are $8. Location:Rialto Theater at 6th Street Playhouse Time: Shows at 1 p.m. 4 p.m. 7 p.m. Tickets on sale now at rialtocinemas.com.

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Sometimes the hardest thing about living in the West End is deciding between all events and happenings… but who’s complaining? It’s awesome living close to everything.

Subtle Hint: On Sunday the entire West End neighborhood will be inundated with Regatta enthusiasts (and their cars.) If you are going to need street parking… plan ahead! The Grand Fondo is right around the corner. There will be many ways to celebrate the bicycle.

Can it be August already? Goodness Gracious! You can always “Wine Down” on Thursday at D’Argenzio Winery or Bocce on Friday at DeMeo Park! A few other ideas:

All right! The rain has stopped so let’s get out and enjoy. Two events are “Rain Checks” this Friday and there’s lots of other great things to do.