Tag-Archive for ◊ pugs ◊

• Friday, July 16th, 2010

The weekend is going to the dogs. Here’s a few ideas for you and your four legged friends.

Enjoy the newly opened West End Dog Park at DeTurk Round Barn Park! After months of anticipation, the new Dog Park has finally opened! It’s just gorgeous, roomy and sure to be a big hit with dog lovers. Of course, the rest of the project is still in progress.

Guy Dean, West End Dog Whisperer at new Dog Park

Doggie Social Day at Western Farm Center- Yummy! Why shouldn’t your dog have ice cream on a hot day? Take your dogs to Western Farm on Saturday for “dog ice cream”.

Ice Cream Social Day at Western Farm Center

July 18th, Sunday at 10 a.m.- Pug Sunday At DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park- Masses of adorable Pugs congregate once a month at DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park. Even if you don’t have a dog- the masses of socializing Pugs are are very amusing to watch. So stop on by! Of course, other friendly breeds are welcomed to attend. Join the Pug Play Day mailing list for lots of interesting information including Pug adoption/rescue opportunities. Lisa Howard lhoward@sonic.net

Do you have an adorable West End dog? Send their photo to Lea Barron-Thomas at westend@sonic.net and we will place it in our photo gallery. For other West End Dog photos, Click Here!

The West End Annual BBQ on Saturday- welcomes well-behaved, socialized dogs.

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

Category: Animals & Lost Pet, Events | Tags: DeTurk Round Barn, Dog friendly neighborhood, Dog Park, downtown santa rosa, Lea Barron-Thomas, pugs, Round Barn, Santa Rosa, West End, West End neighborhood, Western Farm Center | Comments off

Weekend Recap- Bocce, Amgen Etc.

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Tuesday, May 18th, 2010

This weekend kicked off the busy Summer season, although it didn’t always feel very warm or dry.

West End Summer Bocce’s Opening night was a reunion of neighbors and an introduction to new friends. Todd Barricklow’s Taco Bike- his newest moving artwork (with an extremely useful twist) was a huge hit. For photos from the 2010 Bocce season- click here!

Todd's amazing Taco Bike

The 116th Luther Burbank Rose Parade was well attended. It been a great year for roses- thanks to all neighbors who shared their blooms. Congratulations are in order- Klank-Boom-Clank won an award for the Self Propelled Group and also the Sweepstakes Award for Best Unit in Parade.

DeTurk Round Barn Park’s construction project did not hamper the Sunday Pug Play date. A plentiful pack of pugs showed up- with a few poodles and bichons mixed in. For photos from the DeTurk Dog Park- click here!

AMGEN Tour of CA 2010- It still rained this year, even though it was May but fans showed up to cheer on the cyclists. Many West Enders were on hand to witness the cyclists scream down Wilson Street- through the heart of the West End and Railroad Square. Click here! ( Thanks to City Councilmember Gary Wysocky for his leadership in keeping the race on Wilson Street.) In spite of the rain, the Baby Seal Club gave a terrific performance and a few of their die hard fans braved the rain to see them in action. To see them in action Click Here!

Leader of the pack

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

Category: Bocce, Entertainment, Events | Tags: AMGEN Tour of CA, Baby Seal Club, Dog Park, downtown santa rosa, Gary Wysocky, pugs, Santa Rosa, Santa Rosa Pugs Howl-O-Ween, West End | Comments off

West End Bocce Season Opens This Friday!

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Tuesday, May 11th, 2010

May 14th, Friday evening at 6 p.m. West End Summer Bocce. It’s finally here! Join your friends and neighbors at beautiful DeMeo Park. Bring food and drinks to share. The West End Neighborhood Association has secured a permit for alcohol and a lavatory for Friday night Bocce season. (Thanks to everyone who paid their dues!) 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. Photos from last year- Click Here!

Don't forget your Bocce Hat!

Bocce Nights at DeMeo Park

Show your West End Garden pride, our neighborhood is known for our fruit trees, edible landscaping and lovely vegetable gardens. Come prepared to sign up your garden project with the 350 Garden Challenge. Sign up sheets will be available at Bocce or sign up yourself at www.igrowsonoma.org/gardens/register Registered Gardens will be photographed for the West End Neighborhood photo gallery. Click here!

May 12th Wednesday 7 p.m. - MISS KITTY & THE BIG DOGS Great musicians playing jump/blues swing. They had them dancing on the sidewalk. West End musician Tim Sarter on bass. All age show. Watch them in action- click here! Location: Cafe Azul 521 4th Street Downtown Santa Rosa

May 16th, Sunday 3 p.m.- Pug Play Day at DeTurk Round Barn Dog 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

The New Horizons Band Spring Concert- a concert band composed solely of musicians age 50 or older, playing woodwinds, brass, and percussion instruments gave their Spring Concert on May 7th. West End musician Joan Woodull plays tenor sax. See them in action- Click here! Very impressive!

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

Category: Bocce, Entertainment, Events, Gardens & plants, Videos | Tags: Bocce, DeMeo Park, DeTurk Round Barn, Dog Park, downtown santa rosa, IGROWSonoma, Joan Woodhull, Lea Barron-Thomas, Miss Kitty & the Big Dogs, New Horizon Band of Sonoma County, pugs, Santa Rosa, Tim Sarter, West End, West End artists and musicians, West End gardens | Comments off

April Events and gatherings

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• 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

April 15^th 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 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

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!

West End Meeting This Thursday!

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Wednesday, March 17th, 2010

There are blossoming trees everywhere- Spring is here!

West End Neighborhood Spring Meeting- March 18th Thursday at 7 p.m. at Assistance League of So. Co. New to You Shop- 5 W. 6th Street. Our special guests are Supervisor Shirlee Zane and Chief Tom Schwedhelm. We will also have lots of neighborhood updates. The West End, where residents come together to improve and enjoy our special neighborhood.

West End Neighbors work together!

March 21st, Sunday at 3p.m.- Pug Sunday! From Lisa Howard: Our next monthly pug play day is Sunday, March 21, at 3 p.m. I just checked weather.com and it shows a high of 68 degrees and mostly cloudy for Sunday. So, unless it rains or an emergency comes up, Lucy and I plan to be there. Come out and play with us! Please no food or snacks within the fenced area for the safety of our pugs as well as other dogs that may visit the park after us. And, of course, any friendly dogs/breeds are always welcome.

P.S. I just saw this story on KTVU news. If you use flea/tick products on your dog or cat – you’ll want to read this. Many of these products contain a pesticide that can be very dangerous to pets. http://www.ktvu.com/news/22860966/detail.html

Daisy the Cat- Ol’ Daisy made it back to her house. Nobody knows where she was- but she’s still alive and with her family.

All events are posted on the West End Neighborhood Calendar 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: Animals & Lost Pet, Events, Public Meetings | Tags: Dog Park, downtown santa rosa, Police Chief Tom Schwedhelm, pugs, Santa Rosa, Sonoma County Supervisor Shirley Zane, West End | Comments off

2nd try Mardi Gras & more fun this week

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Wednesday, February 17th, 2010

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If you missed the Railroad Square Mardi Gras parade, don’t fret… there’s still more to do this week!

The Mardi Gras Parade was full of enthusiasm, laughter and music. It was a bit like First Night- when strangers met in the street to celebrate in the downtown. The Last Day Saloon’s featured act for the evening, Rythmntown Jive led the jubilant crowd through the welcoming restaurants (except one uncelebratory coffee shop who had posted guards!). To see the parade in progress- click here!

2010 Railroad Square Mardi Gras

February 18th, Thursday 7 p.m.- 6th Street Playhouse 5th Anniversary Celebration- Dance party celebration with Rock-a-billy, Country & Swing music performed by the Shannon Rider Band. Tickets are $25 6th Street Playhouse

February 19th, Friday 6 to 8 p.m.- W. E. Creative Salon. The West End Creative Salon Series 2010 continues. EconomiCA- Our economy in transition: Borrow, Barter & Share. Drinks to follow at STARKS.

EconomicCA

February 21st, Sunday- Two events

3 p.m. Pug play day at De Turk Round Barn Dog Park. Watch playful Pugs cavort and socialize! De Turk Round Barn Dog Park is a fenced-in, leash free area. A water faucet is available at the park to keep your dog hydrated. Please observe park rules and regulations so that this will be an enjoyable experience for all. Please no food or snacks within the fenced area for the safety of our pugs as well as other dogs that may visit the park after us. And, of course, any friendly dogs/breeds are always welcome. For more info or to join the mailing list contact Lisa Howard -lhoward@sonic.net

5 p.m. The Gong Show at Toad in the Hole 115 5th Street. PERFORMERS needed! Do you have an act only your mother could love? Performers sign up from 4 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. Show starts at 5 p.m. Toad in the Hole

All events are posted on the West End Neighborhood Calendar 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: Entertainment, Events | Tags: 6th Street Playhouse, downtown santa rosa, Last Day Saloon, pugs, Railroad Square, Round Barn, Rythmtown-Jive, Santa Rosa, Santa Rosa Pugs Howl-O-Ween, Stark's Steakhouse, West End, West End Creative Salon | Comments off

West End Neighbor News

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Thursday, October 22nd, 2009

She would like to own a 3 wheeled bicycle- If you have any leads- please email Marge Jones (Ty’s mom and Chug’s grandma) at: sonomamarge@gmail.com

Trailer stolen on October 17th or 18th from Bob Murnane Floors 206 West 6th Street- (Yes, can you believe it? Someone stole my beat up old ugly green trailer… Saturday night or Sunday. That would be nice if you sent out a notice!) bob@bobmurnanecarpets.com

Pug Sunday- Pug-O-Ween photos- See photos of adorable Pugs dressed in their Halloween finery at DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park Click Here! Thanks to Lisa Howard for sharing these wonderful photos.

Lucy & Lisa at PugOWeen

West End Scarecrow Party- Thanks to Paul and Veronica for this fun gathering! See photos from the recent Scarecrow making event. Click Here!

3 princesses & 2 scarecrows

The West End website is your complete source to the West End. Click here!

Category: Crime Alerts, Neighbor News | Tags: Bike, DeTurk Round Barn, Dog Park, downtown santa rosa, Halloween, pugs, Santa Rosa, Santa Rosa Pugs Howl-O-Ween, West End | Comments off

This Week in the West End

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Monday, October 12th, 2009

Thursday, October 15th 7 p.m., Surf Movie Night at Toad in the Hole- Movie and Costume contest.

Surf Movie Night

Sunday, October 18th 3 to 5 p.m. Pug Sunday’s Pug-O-Ween at DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park. Annual party and fundraiser ( to help Pug PROS rescue group). Raffle, treat table, Pug(and Pug Mix) Costume contest, treat table and photos. For info email to lhoward@sonic.net

Pug-O-Ween 2009

West End Alley Cat Race- The Press Democrat covered Sunday’s West End Alley Cat Race at Toad in the Hole. Nice job, Kelly Cowan! To see the article and photos… press here!

For all the latest West End information- calendar, photo gallery and updates- go the the West End Neighborhood website- Press here!

Category: Events, Neighbor News | Tags: Bike, DeTurk Round Barn, downtown santa rosa, Kelly Cowen, pugs, Railroad Square, Santa Rosa, Santa Rosa Pugs Howl-O-Ween, Toad in the Hole Pub, West End | Comments off

West End Events- October and Halloween

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Thursday, October 08th, 2009

There’s always something fun to do when you live in the West End. This Week:

Friday, October 9th, 8 p.m.- Movie Night at DeTurk Round Barn. Join your neighbors this Friday night just after dark at ** 8:00 ** pm to watch a movie outside, projected against the DeTurk Roundbarn. Bring a blanket & such to sit on (and to wrap yourself in as it gets cooler).** Also bring a cup or small bowl to get some free popcorn ** We’ll be watching Drumline this week. (See these links: details and parental advisory : rated PG-13 for “fantasy violence”. No sex,drugs, or profanity) Does anyone want to volunteer to help serve/make Hot Chocolate? if so… email Paul : jordanpoling@gmail.com

Sunday, October 11th at 3 p.m.- West End Alley Cat Race at Toad in the Hole Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls of all ages, the 2nd annual alley cat race and food drive is finally here! Come out and support the Redwood Empire Food Bank as a participant in the race, with donations of food, or by bidding on the bicycles that will be auctioned off. Participate in the race and go home a winner! Thanks, we’ll see you there, Kelly Cowan [coveredup@gmail.com]

2nd Annual Alley Cat Race

Upcoming events- check our calendar for more info.

Thursday, October 15th 7 p.m., Surf Movie Night at Toad in the Hole- Movie and Costume contest.

Surf Movie Night

Sunday, October 18th 3 to 5 p.m. Pug Sunday’s Pug-O-Ween at DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park. Annual party and fundraiser ( to help Pug PROS rescue group). Raffle, treat table, Pug(and Pug Mix) Costume contest, treat table and photos. For info email to lhoward@sonic.net

Saturday, October 24th 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Depot Park- Railroad Scare A Family and Dog friendly Halloween event. For more info push here!

Sunday, October 25th 3 p.m. at 800 Coulter Street- Make a Scarecrow for Halloween! Meet your neighbors and make a festive scarecrow. Hay and posts provided. You bring Scarecrow clothes, a head and accessories.

Saturday, October 31st 5 to 9 p.m. Chop’s Halloween Carnival at W. 6th and Adams Street. An evening of safe and ghoulish fun! Activities include trick or treating, a jumpy house,game booths, face painting, costume contest,mask making, cake walk and more. Fee: $3.00 per person For more info push here !

Category: Events | Tags: CHOPS Teen Club, DeTurk Round Barn, Dog Park, downtown santa rosa, Halloween, Kelly Cowen, Movie Night DeTurk, pugs, Railroad Square, Santa Rosa, Santa Rosa Pugs Howl-O-Ween, Surf Movie Night, Toad in the Hole Pub, West End | Comments off

West End This Week

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Tuesday, August 11th, 2009

August 14th, Friday Night: Movie Night at DeTurk Round Barn 9 p.m. We’re having another movie night! Join your neighbors this Friday night just after dark at 9:00 pm to watch a movie outside, projected against the DeTurk Roundbarn. Bring a blanket & such to sit on (and to wrap yourself in as it gets cooler). ** Also bring a cup or small bowl to get some free popcorn ** We’ll be watching Princess Bride this week. (See these links: details and parental advisory) Email Paul with any questions or suggestions: jordanpoling@gmail.com

Movie Night at DeTurk Round Barn

August 14th, Friday Night: West End Bocce at DeMeo Park 6 p.m. Enjoy our beautiful park, wonderful neighbors and tasty food at DeMeo Park. Bring food and drink to share. Well behaved dogs are invited to attend. No glass at park.

Meet your friends and neighbors at Bocce!

Sunday, August 16th Pug Sunday at DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park 10 a.m. : Hi everyone! Just a reminder that the next Santa Rosa Pugs play day is this Sunday. De Turk Round Barn Dog Park is a fenced-in, leash free area. A water faucet is available at the park to keep your dog hydrated. Please observe park rules and regulations so that this will be an enjoyable experience for all. Please no food or snacks within the fenced area for the safety of our pugs as well as other dogs that may visit the park after us. And, of course, any friendly dogs/breeds are always welcome. Lisa Howard lhoward@sonic.net for more info.

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Category: Bocce, Events | Tags: Bocce, DeMeo Park, DeTurk Round Barn, Dog Park, downtown santa rosa, Movie Night DeTurk, pugs, Santa Rosa, Santa Rosa Pugs Howl-O-Ween, West End | Comments off

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Tag-Archive for ◊ pugs ◊

The weekend is going to the dogs. Here’s a few ideas for you and your four legged friends.

This weekend kicked off the busy Summer season, although it didn’t always feel very warm or dry.

(Sorry if you received this twice- the first attempt was not successful.)

If you missed the Railroad Square Mardi Gras parade, don’t fret… there’s still more to do this week!