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Regatta and Bicycles
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• 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

Last Day Saloon

September 23rd, 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 24th, 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 30th, 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 1st, 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

 

 

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Event Photos, Downtown Living! Who knew?
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• Saturday, October 16th, 2010
The last couple of weeks have been very busy. Recent photos from these events are in the West End’s photo gallery. Many of us have always known that Downtown is the place to live- but apparently others are starting to discover it for themselves- see Fall Santa Rosa Magazine info below.

DeTurk Round Barn construction project is nearing the end. The exterior of the building and grounds may be completed as early as mid-November. The interior work may be finished by the beginning of December. Either way, the grounds have been cleaned up in preparation for landscaping and some of the final details are starting to show up like lighting and bike racks. For more photos click here!

New light fixtures!

New light fixtures!

The DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park is very busy with doggie socialization- for photos of the October West End Poodle Party and other West End Dogs- click here!

Poodles in many colors

Poodles in many colors

The Gran La Fonda- was a fun outdoor event celebrating the creative side of bikes. Hand built bikes, contraptions like Murray the Fish and the Whiskey Drunk Cycles’ Whiskey Drome were on display for all to enjoy. For photos of this and other Railroad Square Events- click here!

Gran La Fonda- a bike carnival

Gran La Fonda- a bike carnival

The GranFondo was a popular event this year. Several West End Neighbors took the challenge. For photos Click Here!

Brooks VAn Hold & Allen Thomas

Brooks Van Holt & Allen Thomas

The 2010 Great West End and Railroad Square Handcar Regatta was another huge success. It was hotter than hades but the attendance for the event was estimated at 12- 15,000. We have great photos of the event. Thank-you to Ben Rosales for sharing some of his incredible photos. Click here!

Justin & Katie in front of Arn Anderson's

Justin & Katie in front of Arn Anderson's Octagon Art

Chops Teen Club unveiled its hand-car,  the Locust Motive. It was a great event with music, food and art. Thanks to Bruce Wilson for sharing some of his excellent photos. Click Here!

Metal Man Arn Anderson by Bruce Wilson

Metal Man Arn Anderson by Bruce Wilson

The Fall Santa Rosa Magazine just came out and it highlights the Downtown as a place to Live, Work and & Play.  It also highlights a few special folks such as Lynda Angell (Tireless Railroad Square leader), & Kevin Konicek and Michelle Zyromski (St. Rose residents who live in a gorgeous, historic family home on B Street). There’s a beautiful spread on Railroad Square restaurants and pubs. Welcome downtown!

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!

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5K run through the West End on Sunday
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• Thursday, August 26th, 2010
This Sunday, 400-500 people will run through the West End Neighborhood. This 5K run will help save the Ridgway and Finley pools. Get involved! Run (or walk) the 5K, volunteer to help guide runners through the West End or cheer them on as they run by your front porch on Sunday morning. (See race route and details below)

14 West End volunteers are needed! To volunteer: contact Laneil Bryant, Recreation Coordinator,  LBryant@srcity.org or call   Tel. (707) 543-3225. Make sure to leave contact information. Commitment issues? Interested Volunteers can meet Kelley Magnuson at 8am on Sunday morning in Juilliard Park at the stage. The stage is located on the front lawn area of the park. 5 K Run begins at 9 a.m. and should be done by 10:30 for those who are walking. The fast runners will complete the course in 15-30 minutes.

5 K West End Race Route

5 K West End Race Route

August 27th, Friday-  West End Summer Bocce- Every Friday at 6 p.m. at DeMeo Park. Only 4 Bocce nights left this season. Join your friends and neighbors at beautiful DeMeo Park. Bring food to share- this is part of the experience. Bocce 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. The West End Neighborhood Association has procured a Special Alcohol Permit and Lavatory for West End Summer Bocce. Wear layers for chilly nights (We are not kidding). West End Bocce is also on facebook .

August 29th, Sunday- The Santa Rosa Marathon- A marathon (13.1 mile loop X 2), a 1/2 marathon (13.1 mile loop) and a 5K run. NOTE:  All Proceeds from the 5K Walk/Run and festival will go to the Aquatics Trust fund to help “Save Our Pools”. All races start at Juilliard Park. Marathon/half marathon starts at 7 a.m.  5 K starts at 9 a.m. Enjoy a fun festival in Juilliard Park after the races that will include live music by local country band Blue Rock Country Club, food, and fun for the kids!

Santa Rosa Marathon Info Register for the 5 K Charity Run/Walk

Crime Alert: A neighbor reports that yesterday when she got home- she saw a man selling strawberries door to door. When she heard her doorbell ring, she didn’t answer the bell because she didn’t want to buy strawberries. The bell kept ringing & ringing, so she looked out the window to verify who it was… and right then the guy started jiggling her door knob. Luckily her door was locked! Thanks for the report. Neighborhood Watch: Keep alert and watch out for your neighbors too.

The Great West End & Railroad Square Handcar Regatta & Exposition of Mechanical & Artistic Wonders is coming! Robber Baron passes are now available. The Robber Baron pass entitiles you to privilege, pleasure and to lord over the rabble from private tents just feet from the finish line. What’s more, delectable treats from Sizzling Tandoor and other fine edibles along with wines from Rodney Strong and D’Argenzio will be readily at hand throughout the glorious day! A bargain for $100 Buy 2010 Robber Baron VIP Pass Handcar Regatta info

Taste of Railroad Square: Many West End Neighbors dined on delicious food, drank wine and champagne- all to support the 6th Street Playhouse. Great event!

The West End represents at Taste of Railroad Square

The West End represents at Taste of Railroad Square

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!

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