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DeTurk Round Barn update
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Tuesday, March 09th, 2010

Tonight, Santa Rosa City Council has awarded a contract for $2.1 million for the construction and rehabilitation of the DeTurk Round Barn.

Turk Round Barn and Park, located in the heart of our neighborhood

Turk Round Barn and Park, located in the heart of our neighborhood

DeTurk Round Barn Renovation- Council to award $2.1 million contract to transform historic building into event venue. Press Democrat

DeTurk Round Barn Video

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Crime Alert- stolen car,Animal Cruelty
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Tuesday, March 09th, 2010

Two unfortunate news items- both crime related.

Cars theft on W. 7th Street- Heads up to the neighborhood. We’ve now had BOTH of our cars stolen from in front of our house. Friday afternoon Tait (our son) left the keys to the car in the door of our ‘96 Maroon Volvo 850 Turbo Wagon. They drove off in it around 3:15 with a car and a full set of keys. We immediately had the locks changed on our house, but as it is more of an ordeal AND insurance does not cover changing the car locks, we had not yet done the same for the van.  Last night they came back and stole our Previa. That one is a gold, ‘97 Previa mini van. It has a dent in the passenger door, but is otherwise in great shape. I’m particularly upset about that one. Please spread the word.  Thanks, Tim

Police Press Releases 3/8/2010

On March 6, 2010, at approximately 10:30 p.m., officers of the Santa Rosa Police Department responded to the 700 block of Wilson Street regarding a subject beating a dog. While en route, witnesses reported hearing the dog’s labored breathing and whimpering.

Upon arrival officers located a dog tethered to a fence. The dog was bleeding profusely from its mouth and head. Officers immediately called the Sonoma County Animal Control who responded to the scene and transported the mixed breed dog to a local veterinarian for care. It was later learned the dog sustained a possible fractured jaw and head and eye trauma.

Investigating officers determined witnesses heard the assault on the dog and confronted a subject who had been striking the animal with a stick.

At the conclusion of the investigation officers arrested 25 year old Santa Rosa resident Todd L. Naus on the charge of felony cruelty to an animal. Naus was then transported to the Sonoma County Jail.

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SMART site meeting, Handcar art & calendar dates
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Tuesday, March 02nd, 2010

Spring is just around the corner. Time to get active. Mark these important dates on your calendar.

March 3, Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.- City of S. R.  Neighborhood Meeting for New Railroad Square Project (SMART site). Meeting location: Chop’s DeMeo Teen Club, 509 Adams Street. You are invited to attend a meeting regarding the New Railroad Square Project. The project is a proposed mixed use, transit-oriented development- the complete 291,000 SF project will ultimately be developed to over 4 distinct blocks.To be discussed: A Conditional Use Permit for Alcoholic beverage sales, Outdoor dining, Restaurant serving alcohol, Residential- single family attached and parking structure abutting residential.  New Railroad Square Neighborhood Meeting Questions or comments to Bill Rose, City of S. R. , Senior Planner   wrose@srcity.org or 707-543-3253

March 4, Thursday 4 to 6 p.m. Opening night for “Side Show- Art of the Handcar Regatta Join with the entire Hand-Car Regatta Crew in celebration: artists Todd Barricklow, Kernan Coleman, David Farish, Andy Graham, Theresa Hughes, Muir Houghton, Krank-Boom-Klank, Gene McClelland, C.D. Payne and Tony Spiers at    Sonoma State University • University Art Gallery • 1801 East Cotati Ave • Rohnert Park  Side  For more info: Click Here!

Side show- Art of the Hand car Regatta

Side show- Art of the Hand car Regatta

March 5th, Friday- Street Sweeping. Move your cars off the curb for early morning cleaning of debris and leaves. This is especially important during the rainy season.

Important  Calendar dates:

March 18th, Thursday at 7 p.m.- West End Neighborhood Association- Spring Meeting. Join your neighbors to socialize and get updates. Special guests are Sonoma County Supervisor, Shirlee Zane & S. R. Police Chief Tom Schwedhelm. Location:  Assistance League of So. Co. New to You shop, 5 W. 6th Street

April 24th, Saturday at 11 a.m.- West End Annual Bocce Court cleanup at DeMeo Park. Neighbors prepare the courts for our Summer bocce season. Bring tools and gloves. Don’t forget a hat and sunblock.

May 1, Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.- West End Neighborhood Garage sale. It’s time for Spring Cleaning! Join your neighbors in reducing storage and making room. The garage sale will be publicized- if you would like to participate pitch in $5 to help cover the costs. Rain Day – May 8th.

May 14th, Friday 6 p.m.- West End Summer Bocce season begins. Join your friends and neighbors to dine, dish the dirt and, of course, play bocce! Bring food or drink to share. Everyone is welcomed. A good event for children and well-behaved dogs. Season ends on Sept. 17th.

Opening night 2009

Opening night 2009

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AMGEN Tour & Amateur Cyclist ride
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Thursday, February 25th, 2010
Future Cyclist events to put on your calendar-

April 25th, Sunday- Breakaway Ride presented by SPECIALIZED. Amateur Cyclists have the opportunity to ride two of the 2010 Amgen Tour of California Routes- Registration now open. Three distances will be offered for each ride to accommodate various skill levels; the longest distance covers the same route that the pros will ride (an entire stage). Riders will be chip timed and supported, with a maximum of 3,500 riders per event.  Breakaway Ride

May 17th, Monday: Stage 2- Davis to Santa Rosa  AMGEN  Tour of California returns for the 5th consecutive year to Santa Rosa. Festivities start at noon in Courthouse Square and will continue into the night. For volunteer information please contact Ed Buonaccorsi, Local Volunteer Coordinator, Local Volunteer Coordinator, at (707) 543-3710 or ebuonaccorsi@srcity.org. Amgen Tour of California

2009 Tour heads down Wilson Street- Courtesy of Karl Drexel

2009 Tour heads down Wilson Street- Courtesy of Karl Drexel

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Found Kitten in the West End
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Wednesday, February 24th, 2010

West End Neighbor, Carol Ciavonne found a  kitten on her porch last night (Tuesday, Feb. 24th). If you are missing a kitten, her phone #  is 527-9008.

I have a pet alert. Last night, when it rained cats and dogs, it really did rain a cat onto my porch. It was a drenched and bedraggled kitten, very affectionate. I am wondering if someone has lost a kitten? He seems well fed, and has puffed out.   It looks siamese-y, but not siamese and it has blue eyes, and a long grayish tail. It’s kind of a creamy color but with the siamese face markings. Extremely cute, and very affectionate. I am sorry to say that I am not sure of the sex, but I think it is a boy.

Carol

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SMART RR Square meeting, Restaurant week
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Wednesday, February 24th, 2010

March 3, Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.- City of Santa Rosa Neighborhood Meeting for New Railroad Square Project (SMART site). Meeting location: Chop’s DeMeo Teen Club, 509 Adams Street. You are invited to attend a meeting regarding the New Railroad Square Project. The project is a proposed mixed use, transit-oriented development- the complete 291,000 SF project will ultimately be developed to over 4 distinct blocks.To be discussed: A Conditional Use Permit for Alcoholic beverage sales, Outdoor dining, Restaurant serving alcohol, Residential- single family attached and parking structure abutting residential.  New Railroad Square Project Meeting Questions or comments to Bill Rose, City of S. R. , Senior Planner   wrose@srcity.org or 707-543-3253

Stark’s Steakhouse -So. Co. Restaurant Week Feb 22 to 28th – This is an excellent time to visit Stark’s Steakhouse .     Almost 90 Sonoma County Restaurants have prepared special menus with three courses at fixed prices of $19, $29 or $39 per person. (Beverage, tax and tip is additional.)The emphasis is on local ingredients and local wines. Starks Steakhouse has an outstanding $29 special menu. Call for a reservation, space has been limited. So. Co. Restaurant Week

Stark's Steakhouse- a West End Neighborhood 2010 sponsor

Stark's Steakhouse- a West End Neighborhood 2010 sponsor

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West End Theater & Talent News
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Wednesday, February 24th, 2010
Talent abounds in the  West End neighborhood. We have many creative, talented residents. We are also very fortunate to have a live performance theater right on W. 6th Street. 6th St. Playhouse has announced auditions for an upcoming show… anyone interested?

February 27th, Saturday 1 p.m. & February 28th, Sunday 5 p.m.- 6th Street Playhouse announces auditions for it’s production of “Rent”. For complete audition information, 6th Street Playhouse- Auditions for “RENT”

West End's Tim Sarter recently appeared in "Hank Williams- Lost Highway"

West End's Tim Sarter recently appeared in "Hank Williams- Lost Highway"

February 26th through March 21st- 6th Street Playhouse presents “Dirty Blonde” A Comedy with music by Claudia Shear.The wit, career and irresistible appeal of legendary Hollywood star Mae West is remembered and explored in this awarding winning comedy. Two devoted Mae West fans swap stories and admiration of Mae West with comedy, history and musical flashbacks that honor the campy, sexy, groundbreaking icon who challenged film censors while titillating 1930s movie audiences with her memorable double entendres and erotic, independent female characters. Directed by Tara Blau TICKETS: $18 to $28 LOCATION: 6th Street Playhouse – GK Hardt Theatre 52 West 6th Street, Santa Rosa  6th Street Playhouse

Speaking of talented neighbors, The Gong Show (Produced by West End resident Kelly Cowan) was by all accounts,  smashing success. If you missed the show- you can still enjoy the show on video.  The West End would like to thank Marcy Mendelson for catching Carmen Miranda on video. ( Marcy has also offered to help Carmen work on some “killer” samba moves!)  The talented and dashing Clifford Hill has also taken photos of the event.

The Santa Rosa Gong Show 2010 Carmen Miranda Lives! Photos by Clifford Hill

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Watch the Gong Show
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Sunday, February 21st, 2010

If you missed the Gong Show on Sunday night, you missed some great entertainment. There was a lot of surprising talent from West End performers. Who knew? This was another excellent event produced by West End resident Kelly Cowan, assisted by Melissa Garcia Cowan and Jacqueline Smith. The magnificent set design was by Will Smith. If you’d like to see a sample of the evening, click here!

Judge Carol Haseltine-Ernst & "Carmen Miranda"

Judge Carol Haseltine-Ernst & "Carmen Miranda"

If anyone videotaped the “Carmen Miranda” performance and would like to share- please email Lea at westend@sonic.net

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Don’t forget the Gong Show today!
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Sunday, February 21st, 2010

This promises to be alot of fun! If you are free today, head on over… don’t be shy sign up and perform.

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

Are you gong worthy?

Are you "Gong Worthy"?

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2nd try Mardi Gras & more fun this week
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Wednesday, February 17th, 2010

(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!

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

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

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

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