Tag-Archive for ◊ Stan Gow ◊

• Wednesday, September 28th, 2011

Fantastic October events!

West End:

October 1st, Saturday- First Saturday Cleanup 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

October 12th, Wednesday- The West End Full Moon Tour. Discover the Secrets of the West End under October’s first full moon. Hear stories of the past and travel to a different time- this year features the 1950s. Miss Kitty and the Big Dogs will entertain when the tour ends at the Arlene Francis Center (Historic Sperry Flour Mill Building). Tour hosted by Allen Thomas. Tour Tickets are $15, $25 with T-shirt, Music only $10. Location : The walking tour begins at Depot Park in Railroad Square, Santa Rosa. Time: 6:15 p.m. Buy Tickets

On Boyce Street By B. Rosales

October 15th, Saturday- The Gong Show. Get your “acts” together! Music, poetry, dancing, jokes, yoyo tricks, hula hoops! All Acts Welcome. Don’t be shy… your talents are awesome. Contact Jacqueline Smith with questions!! Location: Toad in the Hole 116 5th Street Time: 9 p.m./Registration at 8:30 pm.

Other:

October 1^st, Saturday- Levi’s GranFondo.This year 7,500 participants from all over the world (and many locals!) will ride the beautiful roads of Sonoma County. This event makes alot of money for worthy causes. NOTE: Between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. the north side of the Prince Memorial Greenway creek path between Willowside Rd. & Stony Point Rd. will be heavily traveled by eastbound GranFondo cycling traffic . Road Closures. Non-participants can enjoy the FondoSonoma Festival 10am – 6pm at the Finley Center. Best source for GranFondo and supporting events is at their website- click here!

GranFondo Volunteers needed! Over 800 volunteers support this event. To volunteer go to : GranFondoVolunteer or email annie@bikemonkey.net

September 29th, Thursday & 30th, Friday- Special Tasting of the Levi Leipheimer’s King Ridge Gran Fondo Pinot Noir. D’Argenzio Winery is the official producer of the King Ridge Gran Fondo Pinot Noir. Plate menu of local stuff Pasta -& Meatballs Gelato – Patio and picnic area – Bike & Cycle parking Location: D’Argenzio Winery 1301 Cleveland Ave Time:2-8 p.m. Facebook

Announcement Guidelines: The West End Neighborhood Association website is a tool that gives out information that is West End related or of West End interest. Announcements are subject to our West End Neighborhood Association guidelines. Do you have a West End or Railroad Square related announcement? Announcements can be emailed to Lea Barron-Thomas at westend@sonic.net

Category: Entertainment, Events, Miscellany | Tags: Allen Thomas, D'Argenzio Winery, downtown santa rosa, Full Moon Tour, Jacqueline Smith, Levi Leipheimer's King Ridge Gran Fondo, Miss Kitty & the Big Dogs, Railroad Square, Stan Gow, The Arlene Francis Center, The Santa Rosa Gong Show, Toad in the Hole Pub, West End, West End neighborhood | Comments off

Fireworks, Bocce and Creek

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Thursday, June 30th, 2011

Rain?! What the heck was that about? Well, never mind. Summer is in full swing.

The West End Neighborhood Association Bicycle Parade and BBQ is on July 16th, Saturday. Mark it on your calendars! The Bike parade will start at 1 p.m. at DeMeo Park. BBQ will start at 3 p.m. at DeMeo Park. Don’t forget to decorate your bike!

West End Bike Parade- July 16th. Don't forget to decorate!

Bocce, wine and friends- Every Thursday night 4- 8 p.m.- D’Argenzio Winery holds Wine Down Thursday…. they have just finished they bocce courts and they are awesome. Every Friday night- 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.

July 1- 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

July 2^nd- First Saturday Clean up This Independence Weekend also celebrate your interdependence by cleaning up the Creek. The Creek is part of our water supply, provides us with recreation, contributes to wildlife habitat and the peace of mind of a babbling brook. Come join us Saturday. We will clean the Creek and if anybody is interested do some weeding and cleanup at the park. Lunch will be provided, pizza. So come join us as we take care of most valuable asset. Stan Gow Stan@1Saturdaycleanup.org Location: Meet at Olive Park near foot bridge Time: 10 a.m. First Saturday Clean Up

First Saturday Clean Up

July 3rd, Sunday- Go for a Train Ride. West Ender Andre Siedentopf and the Redwood Empire Live Steamers invite you to come for a train ride this 4th of July weekend. Mention you saw invitation on Facebook and you’ll get 1st ride FREE. Only a $1 a ride after that. The Redwood Empire Live Steamers is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving Sonoma Counties Railroad history through the re-creation, in miniature, of railroad equipment and historic landmarks. Location: Youth Community Park 1500 Fulton Rd Time: 12- 4 p.m. Facebook

Come for a Train Ride.

July 4th, Monday – RED, WHITE & BOOM! S. R. Fireworks Celebration Food, Drinks, Live Music – A family-friendly Community Celebration Event! Presented by S. R.’s Police Officers & Firefighters and Active 20/30 Club #50. Proceeds benefit Schools Plus to help save Spring Sports Programs! NOTE: No glass, alcohol, dogs, BBQs, personal fireworks or pop-up tents ~ No tailgating please. Admission: $7 – Adults & kids 13+ / $3 – Kids 6-12 / Free – 5 & under / Parking: $5 Location: So. Co. Fairgrounds Carnival Area Lawn Organization: Active 20 30 Club, S. R. Police Officers Association & S. R. Time: Gates Open 4pm; Music @ 5pm; Fireworks at 9:30pm/DarkContact: David Hagele Phone: 707-578-7800 Website: www.santarosaredwhiteandboom.com

Happy 4th of July!

June 30-Sept 29 Lunch in the Sculpture Garden
Enjoy the Sonoma County Museum’s new Evert B. and Norma Person Sculpture Garden every Thursday. A food truck will be at the museum serving gourmet crepes and light entertainment/workshops are scheduled! Small admission fee will apply. Free to members. Location: So. Co. Museum 425 7th St. Time: 11:30am-1:30pm sonomacountymuseum.org

Category: Bocce, Clean-up, Entertainment, Events, Holiday, Miscellany, Neighbor News | Tags: Andre Siedentopf, Bike, bike friendly neighborhood, Bocce, DeMeo Park, First Saturday Clean Up, Red, Redwood Empire Live Steamers, Stan Gow, West End, West End Bicycle Parade, West End neighborhood, White & Boom | Comments off

Bocce, Stan Gow and Talented kids

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Tuesday, May 17th, 2011

West End neighbor, Stan Gow was featured in the Press Democrat for his great work in cleaning up the Creek. Stan’s First Saturday Clean Up happens every month and is listed in the West End Calendar. You are always invited to lend a hand. Press Demo Creek Cleanup Crews For more info http://firstsaturdaycleanup.org

Somewhere, Under the rainbow....

This week’s calendar:

May 18th, Wednesday – Neighborhood Meeting with BoDean Co., Inc. Suppliers of Quality Aggregates & Asphalt. Meeting to discuss health concerns with operation. Call Allen Thomas for addl. info (707) 477-8422. Location: 1060 N. Dutton Ave. Santa Rosa Time: 7 p.m. BoDean Co info at www.bodeancompany.com

May 20th, Friday- West End Summer Bocce opens. It’s HERE! West End Summer Bocce starts THIS Friday. Starting May 20th you can count on Bocce EVERY Friday night in the Summer in beautiful DeMeo Park. Meet your neighbors and friends for a few hours of chatting, snacking and, of course, bocce. Location: DeMeo Park (Corner of W. 7th and Polk Street) Time: 6:30 p.m.

West End Bocce Nights

May 21st, Saturday- 117th Annual Luther Burbank Rose Parade. This is one of Sonoma County’s most honored traditions and one of the oldest and largest events of its kind in Northern California. Parade starts at 10 a.m. REMEMBER! You can ride with Whiskey Drunk cycles ( see Critical Corn Facebook invite) or So. Co. Bicycle Coalition (See their calendar- wear a “hoe down” outfit) 2011 Rose Parade Route for more info Click Here!

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

West End Kids have lots of talent!

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

May 23^rd Monday- Bike in Movie E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial. So Co. Bicycle Coalitions Annual Bike-In Movie. The event features free, secure valet bike parking! Snacks and beverages available for purchase. Admission is $5 – $15 sliding scale. The event will include raffle drawings and E.T. Trivia! Note: please remember to bring your bike lights, and remember that children under 18 are required by law to wear bike helmets when riding. Location: 6^th Street Playhouse (52 West 6^th Street) Time: Doors open at 5 p.m. for the 6 p.m. screening. Sonoma County Bicycle Coalition

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: Bocce, Clean-up, Entertainment, Events, Miscellany, Neighbor News | Tags: 6th Street Playhouse, DeMeo Park, First Saturday Clean Up, Jacqueline Smith, Somoma County Bike Coalition, Stan Gow, West End, West End Children's Talent Show, West End neighborhood | Comments off

Early December Happenings

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Tuesday, November 30th, 2010

The Holiday Season, Winter weather (and small earthquake) have arrived. As always, enjoyable times are within walking distance so bundle up and delve into the fun.

December 3rd, Friday- Street Sweeper Remember, the street sweeper is scheduled for the first Friday of every month. Move your cars off the curb to allow the sweeper to remove the accumulated debris and leaves… that will make for better street drainage when it rains.

December 4th, Saturday- First Saturday Creek Clean Up. West End resident Stan Gow organizes this great program. Clean the Creek, get to know your neighbors and people from other neighborhoods. Lunch afterwards- a main dish, salad and drinks will be provided. Be green- bring your own utensils. Desserts and side dishes always welcome. Location: Meet at Olive Park Time: 10 a.m.

Clean the creek, make a difference.

December 4th, Saturday- Railroad Square Merchant Open House (all day) and Tree Lighting Ceremony. Memorial Hospice presents Light up a Life- a celebration that includes a community tree lighting, music, inspiration and remembrance of our loved ones during the holiday season. Location: Depot Park in Historic Railroad Square Time: 6 p.m.

December 4th & 5th, Saturday & Sunday- Santa Paws at Western Farm. Have your pet’s photo taken with Santa. $15 per 4X6 framed photo (plus a digital emailed within a week). All proceeds benefit Canine Companions. Location: Western Farm Center 21 W. 7th Street Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Historic Railroad Square Holiday Horse & Carriage Rides every weekend until Christmas, weather permitting 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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, Miscellany, Neighbor News | Tags: Railroad Square, Santa Rosa, Stan Gow, West End, West End neighborhood, Western Farm Center | Comments off

Weekend events, DeTurk in News

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Thursday, June 03rd, 2010

Rain, Rain Go away! Things to do this weekend (Let’s hope the weather cooperates.):

June 4th, Friday-

West End Summer Bocce Every Friday at 6 p.m. at DeMeo Park. Join your friends and neighbors at beautiful DeMeo Park. Bring food and drinks to share. This is an all age, dog friendly event. To keep the event enjoyable and comfortable for all- please remember to observe Park rules: No glass, dogs on leashes. Wear layers for chilly nights.

Summer Nights- Railroad Square 6 to 9 p.m. : A summer long celebration on the first Friday of every month, June to September in Historic Railroad Square. Summer Nights Info

June 5th, Saturday-

First Saturday Clean up 10 to Noon Meet at CHOP’s – Join volunteers to remove trash/graffiti & fire hazards. This clean up is organized by West End neighbor, Stan Gow. For more info, Click Here!

Chops Summer Open House 1 to 4 p.m. Spend your summer at CHOP’s- There’s a gym, art studio, recording studio, climbing wall and more. Teens and their families are invited to check out CHOP’s this Saturday. Free event, raffle prizes and rock wall will be open. For more info- Click here! or call 707-284-2467 Diana Curtin X12

Deluxe Buckets at Vine Art South A Street Festival 6:00pm – 9:00pm Like to get your Bucket back on Deluxe style? See the Deluxe Buckets, the West End’s own Kelly “KC” Cowan, Dan “Detroit” Murphy, “Sexy” Dan Krause, Cliff “eekins” Hill, who will perform an early set at 6:15pm down north end alley (nearer the park). Plus a later set at the south end alley at 8pm. Hear that: 2 sets in one extravagant fun-time evening of bucket-shakin’! Deluxe Buckets

June 5th & 6th-Wine Country Quilts- Quilt Show & Sale- Moonlight Quilters of Sonoma County holds a two-day quilt show each June. Over 400 quilts and quilted items will be displayed by local artists, including the West End’s own Gina Stateler-Calhoun. Location: S. R. Veterans Memorial Building Time: Sat 10- 5 , Sunday 10-4 $8- $10 Admission www.mqsc.org

DeTurk Round Barn in the News- http://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/20100601/ARTICLES/100609973

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Tag-Archive for ◊ Stan Gow ◊

Fantastic October events!

Rain?! What the heck was that about? Well, never mind. Summer is in full swing.

The West End Neighborhood Association Bicycle Parade and BBQ is on July 16th, Saturday. Mark it on your calendars! The Bike parade will start at 1 p.m. at DeMeo Park. BBQ will start at 3 p.m. at DeMeo Park. Don’t forget to decorate your bike!

The Holiday Season, Winter weather (and small earthquake) have arrived. As always, enjoyable times are within walking distance so bundle up and delve into the fun.

Rain, Rain Go away! Things to do this weekend (Let’s hope the weather cooperates.):