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Music, Qigong and Women in the Arts
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• Tuesday, March 20th, 2012
First Day of Spring! March still offers lots of opportunities to celebrate Women’s History Month, listen to music and even practice Qigong. Photos of the W. E. Spring Meeting have been put into our gallery- check them out. (See link below).  

March 21st- April 18th- New Qigong Class- Flying Crane Qigong- utilize movement, breath and visualization to train one’s energy or Qi. This 4 week class is held every Wednesday at 10 a.m. Additional classes available in  May (5/2 to 5/23) and June (6/6- 6/27).  DeTurk Class Cost is $46. To register call 543-3737 or santarosarec.com

Mar 23rd – Apr 7th Tennessee Menagerie: A Evening with the Women of Tennessee Williams.  In this new visit with the female characters of one of America’s greatest playwrights we see glimpses into William’s own life as a son to a single mother and brother to a mentally disabled sister. The female characters in his early one act plays went on to mature into the most powerful matriarchs, sexually repressed ingenues, and tragic female victims of the American stage. Location: 6th Street Playhouse  Studio Theater 52 W. 6th Street Time: See website for showtimes and tickets

6th St. Playhouse

March 28th, Wednesday – Baby Loves Disco    What is Baby Loves Disco? Post nap­time, pre-dinner fun? The hippest night clubs are transformed into child proof dis­cos for tod­dlers, pre-schoolers and par­ents look­ing for a break from their rou­tine . Baby loves disco is an after­noon dance party and com­mu­nity event fea­tur­ing real music from the 70s, & 80s guar­an­teed to get those lit­tle booties mov­ing and grooving. It brings kids together with kids and par­ents together with par­ents. Cost is $15 for adults / $10 for kids (dinner included) • ALL AGES. Location: Last Day Saloon Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm show

 Immediately following- Pick-Me-Up Music Review with a special night hosted by The Henny Pens (folk • roots • Americana)  Presented by 95.9 he KRUSH & North Bay Hootenanny production NO COVER • ALL AGES Location: Last Day Saloon Time:  8:00 PM – 11:00 PM show

March 30th, Friday – The Ray Charles Project Featuring vocalists Tony Lindsay, Kenny Washington, Glenn Walters (with members of Santana, Etta James, Tower Of Power)  (Ray Charles covers • swing)  cost is $15 advance / $18 day of show • 21+  Location: Last Day Saloon Time: 8:00 PM door • 8:30 PM show

March 31st, Saturday- “Taste: A Wine Country Pygmalion” Bronwen Shears directs this staged reading of “Taste: A Wine Country Pygmalion,” a new play by Jody Gehrman (author of “The Ticking Clock Project”). Free admission. Location: 6th Street Playhouse, Studio Theatre  Time: 2 p.m.

March 31st, Saturday -James Garner and the Cash Tribute Show  (Johnny Cash covers)  show cost is $18 advance / $22 day of show • 21+  Location:  Last Day Saloon Time: 9:00 PM door • 9:30 PM

Last Day Saloon

Last Day Saloon

March 31st, Saturday- 3rd Annual Youth Empowerment and Leadership Conference. Conference covers: Developing Self -Awareness, Cultivating Self-Esteem & Embracing Self-Expression. Registration DEADLINE March 23rd. Cost $5 Lunch available for purchase. More info at chopsonline.com Contact Dana Jones 837-7771 X2505 or djones@wusd.org  Location: Chops Teen Club 509 Adams St. Time: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

April 1st, Sunday “Showcase: Women in the Arts” This special performance event honors 10 female artists, singers, poets, actresses and dancers who have contributed to the rich, cultural life of Sonoma County. $10 per person. Location: 6th Street Playhouse, Studio Theatre Time: 7 p.m.

Neighbor News:

West Ender Sari Segale wins WGLI Poetry contest.  Speaking of women in the arts, the Women’s Global Leadership Initiative held a poetry contest, “Celebrating Her-Story,” in honor of this year’s Women’s History Month. Writers from all across the Sonoma County were asked to craft poems, which personally or universally reflect what it means to be a woman.  Sari’s poem, “Tearing the Veils” was recognized as the best crafted—that of a very talented poet. She read her work at a poetry reading March 15th on SRJC’s Santa Rosa campus. CONGRATULATIONS! “Tearing the Veil” by Sari Sagale ROMPIENDO LOS VELOS and traduccion

Artists and Performers in the West End- Our neighborhood is home to many creative people. For an example, a singer-songwriter (Ken Risling) was spotted on a recent day at DeMeo Park. Ken says he was driving by the park and was inspired to stop and work on a song he is composing.

Ken Risling a song in the park

New photos in the gallery! Photos by Ben Rosales. See W. E. Meetings/Public Meetings

A well attended Spring meeting!

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

Risling Electric is a West End Sponsor

 

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!

 

 

 

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2 W. E. Meetings, news and dates
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• Sunday, January 29th, 2012

February holds two very important meetings for West End residents. One is about the uses of the DeTurk Round Barn and the other about an Asphalt plant- both issues can really affect the quality of life in the West End so they must be examined with care.

February 2nd, Thursday- DeTurk Round Barn Use Permit- Neighborhood Meeting. The City of SR would like to make changes to the DeTurk Round Barn’s use permit. City of Santa Rosa Project Planner Noah Housh 543-4322 nhoush@srcity.org Location: DeTurk Round Barn 819 Donahue Street Time: 6 p.m.

February 8th, Wednesday- BoDean Asphalt Neighborhood Meeting  This is your chance to ask about the BoDean’s request to install three new 85 foot storage silos at their asphalt plant on Maxwell Court. City of S. R. project planner- Bill Rose 543-3253  wrose@srcity.org. Location: DeTurk Round Barn 819 Donahue Street Time: 7 p.m.

DeMeo Park Recycle Station- Conservation Corps of North Bay helps at risk youth get their lives back on track with a year’s worth of job training, work experience along with an education to get a GED or H. S. Diploma. This is especially wonderful because some of the Corpsmembers and staff call the West End Home. CCNB build, distribute and maintain all recycling drop off stations. They will also pick up, on a regular basis, all aluminum, glass, plastic containers and recyclable paper and cardboard deposited in the bins. Another recycle bin will be located at DeTurk Round Barn Park. http://www.conservationcorpsnorthbay.org

CCNB Corpsmembers at DeMeo Park

Unclaimed Friendly Black Cat needs a friend- Black short hair, neutered male, extraordinarily sweet and loving needs a new home. He is black, older, and has medical issues, so if he goes to animal control he will most likely be euthanized.  He is at 124 W. 6th , Call (707) 318- 2853.

I'd be a good kitty! Take me home.

The “first” Peanut statue in all of Korea.  Don Taylor, owner of Railroad Square’s Omelette Express, will travel to Jeju-do, South Korea for the dedication of the first and only Snoopy statue in all of Korea. Don has been devoted to fostering the relationship with Santa Rosa’s Korean sister city, Jeju-do. This Snoopy will be  placed in the main park (Citizen Welfare Park) of Jeju City. The 30” bronze Snoopy will stand on top of his Korean dog house made of black lava stone, with a red sand roof. Roses bushes will be planted next to Snoopy and a nearby walking path will be named, “Santa Rosa Way” in honor our our City. Safe travels, Don!

Snoopy in Korea

No More Railcars. The last vintage railroad car was recently removed from the SMART site. All four cars, that made their home in Railroad Square for many years, have been transported to their new home with the Timber Heritage Association. It would have delighted locals, tourists and rail enthusiasts to have the cars on display near our historic depot but dreams like these are not always financially possible. In the meantime, it is absolutely wonderful that they will be preserved and displayed by the museum. http://timberheritage.org

February 4th, Saturday-  First SATURDAY Cleanup (ages 6 and up welcome). Join neighbors and youth in the care of Prince Memorial Greenway the first Saturday of every month. Clean-up supplies provided. Organized by West Ender Stan Gow. For more info go to http://firstsaturdaycleanup.org Time: 10 a.m.

February 4th, Saturday- Rock and Roll Detention. 3 Local bands: The Coast Pilots, Third Rail and Court’n’Disaster. Court ‘N’ Disaster, a Honky-Tonk, Classic Country, Country Band with Sonoma County’s Own Judge Jim Bertoli and Judge Brad DeMeo along with law clerks, legal assistants, etc. that’s either Courting Disaster or The Court In Disaster. Music and wine tasting to benefit the Rincon Valley Education Foundation. $20 Location: Last Day Saloon Time: Doors 7:30 Show 8 p.m. Rock and Roll Detention

Court 'n' Disaster

Do you have a crime to report? Post it on our Facebook page so the whole neighborhood hears about it. http://www.facebook.com/groups/45503934491

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

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January News
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• Thursday, January 12th, 2012
 The birds are singing, the sun is shining… Is it winter time? Western Farm is in the news, SMART has announced that they will be able to extend the line to the Guerneville Road Station and a house of despair gets hope.

Neighbors:

Thank Goodness!  This once glorious historic building has had a very sad history of neglect and abuse. West Enders Betsy Hall and Gene Wright have purchased the house on the corner of 7th and Davis and will slowly revive the property. They plan to make it a property that will make the West End proud.  It’s a big project but it will make such a difference to this neighborhood. Thank you!

A West End house of dreams

Luther Burbank Parade Entry: A West End Neighborhood entry in the parade this year?  Deborah Crippen has a few ideas… any one else interested in getting involved? The parade is on May 19th and the theme is Rockin’ Round the Roses.

Parade potential?

Things to do:

Jan. 13th, Friday – Daniel Castro Band  (blues) $10 21yrs+ Location: Last Day Saloon  Time: 8:00 PM door • 8:30 PM show

Jan. 14th, Saturday -  Tainted Love + DJ Rob Cervantes  (80′s dance hits) $20 21yrs+ Location: Last Day Saloon Time:  9:00 PM door • 9:30 PM

News:

Western Farm Center: Feed Store a Paradise for Pets. Press Democrat  More photos here.

Smart Announces Plans for Additional Stations Press Democrat

6th Street underpass: Work should start sometime after May 14th and projected to take 26 weeks to complete. This will complete an anticipated cross town connection. 6th/ W. 6th is designated as a bicycle boulevard on the Bicycle Master Plan

Crime Reports:

01/05/2012 09:30 PM. Madison St. Vandalism just occurred Case number: 120050373

01/05/2012 09:18 PM. Disturbance Party Decker St. Case number: 120050369

01/05/2012 06:49 PM. Boyce St. Burglary  Report Case number: 120050330

12/23/2011 09:21 PM – Boyce Street Arrest Case number: 113570263

 12/26/2011 02:06 AM. W 7th Street/Madison Street suspicious circumstances Case number: 113600010

12/29/2011 01:10 PM. W6th St./Adams Street Suspicious veh occupied Case number: 113630139

12/29/2011 10:41 PM Hewett Street Disturbance Party Case number: 113580210

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!

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Cheer on the New Year at 6th Street Playhouse
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• Saturday, January 07th, 2012

 6th Street Playhouse, an award-winning local theater, presents their January productions of “The 39 Steps” and “The Drowsy Chaperone.”  Spend an evening enjoying music, laughter, the hilarity of improv in our very own neighborhood.

THE DROWSY CHAPERONE – Jan. 13 to Feb. 5, 2012 – GK Hardt Theatre:  What happens when a lonely man has a love affair with his favorite Broadway musical? “The Drowsy Chaperone,” is a classic, jazz-age musical-comedy where a man’s vivid imagination transforms his drab apartment into a glittering showcase of show stopping singing and dancing, dazzling costumes and magical sets. Tickets $15 to $35.

THE 39 STEPS – Jan. 6 to Jan.  to Jan. 22, 2012 – Studio Theatre: Combine a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have “The 39 Steps.” This fast-paced, action-packed Tony and Drama Desk award-winning whodunit features four actors playing over one hundred fifty zany characters. It’s a thrilling, hilarious, unforgettable theater experience. Tickets: $10 to $25

The 39 Steps kicks up a good laugh

6th STREET IMPROV! – Saturday, Jan. 28, 2012 – Studio Theatre:  Step back in time with 6th Street Improv as the troupe takes audience suggestions to create a funny and entertaining 1940′s style Improvised Radio Show with music, sound effects, comedy and a sponsor from, well only The Shadow knows. Tickets $14.

To reserve tickets or for more information call 707-523-4185 or visit the website at www.6thstreetplayhouse.com  6th Street Playhouse 52 West 6th Street

6th St. Playhouse

You have a part to play! Keep the “curtain up” and local theater legacy thriving with your ticket reservations or donations to the 6th Street Playhouse. Help raise much needed funds by donating online at: http://www.6thstreetplayhouse.com/participate/donations/

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

 

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W. E. Pet Friendly- Santa, found cat, parties
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• Thursday, December 01st, 2011
West End Pet Friendly news including fun holiday ideas for you and your pets.

Alert- CAT FOUND:  Black short hair, Neutered male, very friendly at 124 W. 6th Street. Call (707) 318- 2853

Cat Found

December 3rd & 4th Saturday & Sunday.  Santa Paws at Western Farm Center. It’s that time of year, to have your pets picture taken with Santa Paws. The West End’s own Allen Thomas will be the special guest Santa on Sunday from 1-4 p.m.! Donation includes 4×6 picture and a digital copy emailed to you. All proceeds benefit Canine Companions for Independence. Location: Western Farm Center 21 W. 7th St. Time: 10am to 4pm

Santa Paws at Western Farm

December 10th, Saturday- DeTurk Round Barn Holiday Open House. Santa Claws ‘n Paws. Tour the newly restored barn, enjoy holiday treats and have your pet’s photo taken with Santa. $15 for 4X6 photo. Location: DeTurk Round Barn 819 Donahue St. Time: 10- 2 p.m.

Santa Claws 'n Paws

December 11th, Sunday- West End Poodle Party. All Poodles, Poodle fusions and Poodle friendly dogs are invited to attend at our beautiful dog park. Rain cancels event. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park, 819 Donahue St. Time: 11 a.m.

Party with the Poodles

Dec. 18th, Sunday- Pug Play Day A monthly social event for pugs and their owners. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park Time: 3 p.m.
Great budget Conscience & animal friendly local gift- The So. Co. Humane Calendar $10 So Co. Humane calendar
Doggie Bags: If you have extra newspaper bags or other medium size plastic bags, please bring them to the West End Neighborhood Meeting. We could use them at the Dog Park. You can also bring them by the dog park. Hang them on the fence… we’ll take it from there.

For Dog Park issues such as leaks,broken gates, maintenance or questions: Call:  Lisa Grant City of Santa Rosa Parks Superintendent Tel. (707) 543-3774 lgrant@srcity.org

 Railroad Square Shop Dog is window dressing- One of the best shop windows around is in Railroad Square’s Cast Away Yarn Shop. They are creations filled with whimsy and, well, yarn of course! Best of all, shopowner Justine Malone’s Boston Terrier “Olive” frequently takes her rightful place in the front window because she’s decorative, eye catching and she likes to nap there too.

Olive

Looking for Dog Friendly businesses or events? Have you and your dog had a great experience at one and you would like to share? Go to Dog Friendly Santa Rosa Facebook 

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!

 

 

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6th Street Playhouse Hoppin’ for the holidays
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• Wednesday, November 30th, 2011
A lovable boy who dreams of receiving an “Official Red Ryder Carbine-Action Two-Hundred-Shot Range Model Air Rifle” for Christmas in “A Christmas Story;  Love is lost, found and confounded in the charming, quirky comedy “Almost, Maine”;  a “Dickens” of an improv show  & to celebrate New Years, the studio space will be transformed into a swanky club when Sandy and Richard Riccardi present their “All-Comedy Cabaret”. 

6th St. Playhouse

December shows at the 6th Street Playhouse:

A CHRISTMAS STORY – Through Dec. 23 – GK Hardt Theatre:  The stage adaptation of the beloved holiday film classic “A Christmas Story.” Tickets $15 to $32.

A Christmas Story

ALMOST, MAINE – Dec. 2 to Dec. 18, 2011 – Studio Theatre: All is not quite what it seems in the remote, mythical town of Almost, Maine. A hilarious, delightful midwinter night’s dream. Tickets $10 to $25.

Almost Maine

6th STREET IMPROV! – Dec. 18 – Studio Theatre:  The Improv! troupe an improvised story inspired by Charles Dickens’ characters. Tickets $14.

“ALL COMEDY CABARET NEW YEARS SHOW”- Dec. 30 & Dec. 31, 2011 – Studio Theatre:  Ring in the New Year ! Sandy & Richard Riccardi present their all-original, all-comedy musical show lampooning a host of topical subjects and current events. Tickets $20 to $30 or $40 to $50 for 10 p.m. New Year’s Eve performance.

To reserve tickets or for more information call 707-523-4185 or visit the website at www.6thstreetplayhouse.com

You have a part to play! The ‘show’ and local legacy continues with your ticket reservations or donations to the 6th Street Playhouse Fall / Holiday”Curtain Up” Campaign. Help raise much needed funds by donating online at: http://www.6thstreetplayhouse.com/participate/donations/

Thanks for supporting live local theater.

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!

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Ready, Set, Holiday season.
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• Monday, November 28th, 2011
Yep…. we’re officially in the Holiday season. A few ideas to help simplify the holidays-  Stay close to home, buy from local merchants and/or local products/ services & spend quality time with friends and loved ones. Go to a play, take your dog to visit Santa, explore a variety of unique handmade crafts, stroll around Railroad Square with hot chocolate, take a carriage ride. Sounds like fun… doesn’t it?  It’s so easy to do when you live in the West End.

December 2nd, Friday- Street Cleaning the first Friday of the Month. First thing in the morning- move your cars off the curb to get your gutter swept. This is especially important at this time of year.

December 3rd & 4th Saturday & Sunday.  Santa Paws at Western Farm Center. It’s that time of year, to have your pets picture taken with Santa Paws. Donation includes 4×6 picture and a digital copy emailed to you. All proceeds benefit Canine Companions for Independence. Location: Western Farm Center 21 W. 7th St. Time: 10am to 4pm


Santa Paws at Western Farm

December 3rd, Saturday- Historic Railroad Square Holiday Open House and Festivities. Tree Lighting Celebration, carolers, carriage rides, refreshments and shopping with local merchants. Location: Historic Railroad Square Time: Tree lighting at 6 p.m., Open house all day.

December 3rd, Saturday- First Saturday Clean Up West Ender Stan Gow organizes this monthly cleanup so we can take care of the Santa Rosa Creek.  Enjoy pizza afterward. Please bring utensils to keep trash impact low. Contribution to lunch, desserts, fruit and appetizers are always welcome. Location: Olive Park, Santa Rosa Time: 10 a.m. First Saturday Cleanup

Dec. 9th , Friday- Tainted Love   (80′s dance hits)   cost is $20 • 21+ Location: Last Day Saloon Time: 9:00 PM door • 10:00 PM show

December 10th, Saturday- DeTurk Round Barn Holiday Open House. Santa Claws ‘n Paws. Tour the newly restored barn, enjoy holiday treats and have your pet’s photo taken with Santa. $15 for 4X6 photo.Location: DeTurk Round Barn 819 Donahue St. Time: 10- 2 p.m.  DeTurk Round Barn Info

 

December 11th, Sunday- West End Poodle Party. All Poodles, Poodle fusions and Poodle friendly dogs are invited to attend at our beautiful dog park. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park, 819 Donahue St. Time: 11 a.m.

Until December 13th, Thursday.  The Sonoma County Jewish Film Festival 2011 at the Rialto Cinemas. The 16th annual Sonoma County Jewish Film Festival continues. Location: Rialto Cinema at 6th St. Playhouse 52 W. 6th Street See website complete film info and tickets. Remaining Films: La Rafle Tuesday, November 29, 1 p.m. & 7:15 p.m. Wednesday, December 7, 7:15 p.m. , Anita Wednesday, November 30, 7:15 p.m. ,  Arab Labor Tuesday, December 6, 1 p.m., 4 p.m. & 7:15 p.m.   The Matchmaker Tuesday, December 13, 1 p.m., 4 p.m. & 7:15 p.m.

Downtown and Other:

December 1st, Thursday- “Simple, Easy Ways to Save Energy” Learn how to save energy and money without breaking the bank. This free workshop is perfect for renters or those who want to start small and work their way up to larger projects. Free. Clean Energy Series. Location: City of Santa Rosa, 35 Stony Point Rd, Santa Rosa Time: 6-7p

December 3rd Saturday & 4th Sunday, Luther Burbank 32nd Annual Holiday Open House A 32-year community tradition and begin the season’s celebrations by visiting the historic Home and Gardens of Luther Burbank. Live music will be playing in the music room, complimentary cookies and spiced tea will be served in the Greenhouse, and a children’s craft activity will set up for kids. Location: Santa Rosa & Sonoma Avenues, Downtown Santa Rosa Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

December 3rd, Saturday & December 4th, Sunday- Dickens Holiday Crafts Fair. 70 booths with crafts by local artists, music, food & Santa! $2 admission Location: Finley Community Center 2060 W. College Ave. Time: Dec 3rd 9- 5 p.m., Dec 4th 10-4 p.m.

December 6th, Tuesday- Rivers and Tides and You! An evening of nature art: hands on activities and a showing of Andrew Goldsworthy’s River and Tides. Concludes with an optional stroll around downtown to set our creations free. This is the final community element of West Ender Russ Scarola’s SSU graduate project. All ages welcome. $5 for adults, $3 for students, kids, and Share Exchange co-op members Location: S. R. Share Exchange 531 5th St. Time: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Sunday, December 11th · Shop Party  Holiday Craft Bazaar with 30 local crafters and artisans (including many from the West End). Delicious locally sourced food. Music, fun, merriment. The FeedBarn is an arts collective formed by founding members of the Handcar Regatta, WhiskeyDrunk Cycles & The Fun Bike Unicorn Club.  Location: The Feed Barn 55 Middle Rincon Road (10 minutes from Downtown) Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm  Facebook

Dec 14th, Wednesday- “Solar Power Basics” Want to invest in your house? Ready for a larger energy saving project? What about solar power? Learn the basics of solar- how it works, how much it costs, and what resources are available to you along your way. Ask questions to a panel of three solar experts. Free. Clean Energy Series Location: City of Santa Rosa, 35 Stony Point Rd Time: 6-7p.m.

Do you have a crime to report? Post it on our Facebook page so the whole neighborhood hears about it. http://www.facebook.com/groups/45503934491

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!

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Happy Thanksgiving!
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• Monday, November 21st, 2011
Thanksgiving… a time to reflect and be grateful for the good things in our lives.

Our Fall meeting was very informative. Special guest Supervisor Shirlee Zane came by to give us an update on SMART. Shirlee is no stranger to the West End. She frequently rides her bike through the area and said that she admires our neighborhood. She is a well-known dog lover and even brought one of her dogs to the meeting. She also opened the new DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park in March. Shirlee, also a member of the SMART board, had attended that day’s Railroad square rally in support of SMART and was pleased by the impressive showing of supporters. Her report had a positive outlook on the project.

Santa Rosa Rec & Parks reported on the current status of the DeTurk Round Barn and the events. There will be an open house on December 10th for anyone who would like to see inside of the barn and would like to inquire about renting it for events. You can bring your dog to take a photo with Santa too. Rec & Park would like to change the use permit to allow for number of people and hours. There will be a public meeting and formal process for this- so stay tuned.

Neighbors are what makes the West End special. At our meeting, new and established neighbors described their West End history. Allen Thomas gave the West End year in review… and that covered many of the events and happenings in our busy neighborhood. Good meeting!

Shirlee Zane and her Westie.

What are you doing this holiday?

Don’t forget… Live theater right in our own neighborhood:

A CHRISTMAS STORY - Nov. 18 to Dec. 23 The 6th Street Playhouse presents the stage adaptation of the beloved holiday film classic “A Christmas Story.” Everyone’s favorite episodes from the movie are recalled in this charming play about the lovable boy who dreams of receiving an “Official Red Ryder Carbine-Action Two-Hundred-Shot Range Model Air Rifle” for Christmas. Presented on the main stage in the GK Hardt Theatre. Tickets $15 to $32.

6th STREET IMPROV!  – Nov. 25 The Annual Family Holiday Show for all ages. Tickets only $14.

For tickets or more information call707-523-4185 or visit the website at www.6thstreetplayhouse.com

November 25th Friday,  Winter Lights Tree Lighting Free Children’s Activities in the square beginning at 5pm including interactive exhibits by the Sonoma County Children’s Museum on the Go, crafts and card making from Sutter VNA Hospice and balloon animals by Silly Lilly the Clown! The Sutter VNA & Hospice Lights of Life Tree Lighting Program begins at 6pm with more kids crafts, free pictures with Santa, Downtown Gift Basket raffle, live holiday music and of course, the magical and memorable candle lighting and tree lighting ceremony. Location: Courthouse Square Time: 5-7pm

November 26th, Saturday & 27th, Sunday-  Costume Liquidation Sale. This White Elephant of a sale includes gently used vintage clothes, wearable art, fantasy pieces and show-stopping drag queen dresses. Something for everyone. Come have a look. Reasonably priced. Cash or checks only. Location: 6th Street Playhouse  52 W 6th Street Time: 10:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Vandals likely cause of Santa Rosa’s rail crossing snafu- Press Demo

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!

 

 

 

 

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W. E. newsletter delivery, updates, news
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• Wednesday, November 09th, 2011

A few items of interest…

Looking for West End Newsletter carriers for Decker Street, Boyce Street, W. 8th Street. The November newsletter will be out Thursday or Friday. We need neighbors to help deliver it to their neighbors this weekend. It doesn’t take long and it’s a good way to meet the residents on your street. West End Newsletters come out 3 times a year in November, March and July. Email Lea Barron-Thomas if you would like to volunteer.

November 10th, Thursday- 9th Street Community Mural – Final Installation The finishing detail of the 9th Street Community Mural is scheduled to be completed by Art Start on Thursday, November 10th . The neighborhood names “St. Rose Neighborhood” and “West End Neighborhood” will be installed over 9th Street on either side of the underpass.

Chop’s Teen Club food drive update. The Chop’s members have dropped their bags off on W. 6th and W. 7th Street houses. If you weren’t given a Chop’s bag, you can still participate in filling the SAY (Social Advocates for Youth) Teen food pantry.  Drop off your drop off your items non-perishable food items at Chops and the Last Day Saloon. Food Drive boxes will be located there until Monday November14th. Only non-perishable items will be collected.

Nov. 15th, Tuesday  A Christmas Story Preview night to benefit the Railroad Square Association for beautification and promotion. Tickets can be purchased at the Visitor’s Center at the Depot or Whistlestop Antiques. The evening starts with a Reception at 7:30 .  The performance is at 8PM. Location: 6th Street Playhouse Time: 7:30

Otter Alert: This week the Creek Stewardship Program received two reports of otters in Santa Rosa Creek (near West 3rd Street and downstream of Stony Point Road). Otters are energetic, playful, intelligent, and curious.  They stay busy hunting, investigating, or playing with something. So, be on the look out for river otters and enjoy their silly antics! This is another example of how amazing our creeks are and why we need to work together to maintain and preserve this natural resource. See you along the creek… Alistair
ableifuss@srcity.org  Creek Stewardship Program

Nearby News from Press Democrat

Stabbing N. Dutton and Trowbridge- Press Demo

Morgan St. Drug Lab Explosion- Press Demo

Road Closures Downtown Santa Rosa- Press Demo

Do you have a crime to report? Post it on our West End Facebook page so the whole neighborhood hears about it. http://www.facebook.com/groups/45503934491

 

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Early November Happenings
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• Thursday, November 03rd, 2011
BBBBRRRR!!! What happened? Welcome to November.
Mark your calendars. The West End Neighborhood Association’s Fall meeting will be on November 17th, Thursday 7 p.m. at DeTurk Round Barn. It’s a good time to see your neighbors before the holidays and winter set in.

November 4th, Friday- First Friday Night Sky programs are offered September 2011 to  May 2012.  Learn interesting facts in or about the sky that night. Free but donations to support SRJC’s Planetarium are gratefully appreciated. Seating on a first-come, first-served basis; so arrive early enough to pick up your free parking permit, return it to your vehicle, and arrive back at planetarium by show start. Location:SRJC Planetarium in Lark Hall, Room 2001, Santa Rosa Campus Time:7:00 and 8:30pm

November 5th, Saturday- Prince Memorial Greenway clean up/ First Saturday Cleanup  First Saturday and the City of Santa Rosa’s Storm Water Team are joining forces to clean up Prince Memorial Greenway. Stephanie Lennox, Storm Water Team’s environmental educator will be on hand to provide interesting facts. This would be a great time to volunteer for a late season cleanup. Bring the whole family – clean up  age appropriate for ages 5 to adult. Contact: Alistair Bleifuss at 543-3845 or ableifuss@srcity.org or www.firstsaturdaycleanup.org Location: Meet at the Olive Park footbridge. From W. 3rd St. turn south onto Railroad St. left onto Hazel St. On-street parking. Time: 10:00 AM – noon.

November 5th, Saturday- Run4Wishes 5 & 10 K run-walk.  Fleet Feet Sports and New Era Training hosts this event that will benefit the “Make a Wish” Foundation. Walk or Run, strollers and pets on leash welcome. Race will start in Railroad Square and end up on W. 6th (via Prince Memorial) 300 participants are anticipated. Attention W. E. residents that means races will be on Pierson and W. 6th from 9 a.m. to 11:30 THIS Saturday so plan accordingly. Appearance from NBC Hit reality series “The Biggest Loser” by Ashley Johnston, Koli Palu.Race Expo in Depo Park.   Register for Race by visiting the Fleet Street store. For more info: Halley Eppinger, (707) 217-4724  Location: Depot Park (Prince Memorial Greenway) 9 Fourth Street Time: 9:00 a.m.

November 9th, Wednesday- Clean Energy Series Workshop- “History of Solar P thru 2011”. Learn about how solar was developed, its many uses and the history of the technology. www.srcity.org/CEA  RSVP Location: 35 Stony Point Road

November 10th, Thursday- S. R. Sneak Preview of “Division III: Football’s Finest”. Santa Rosa native and West End’s Catherine DePrima’s (of Boyce Street) son Marshall Cook is debuting his first feature film here next week. The film was inspired by Santa Rosans who influenced him is donating is half of the box office receipts Cardinal Newman Youth Empowerment Services. Movie stars Andy Dick, Adam Carolla, Marshall Cook, Bryan Callen and Sally Kirkland. Q&A with Andy Dick & director Marshall Cook.  Cost is $10 Buy tickets at MarshallCook.com  Location: Roxy 14 Stadium, 85 Santa Rosa Avenue Time: 7:30 p.m  Press Demo

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