Tag-Archive for ◊ Toad in the Hole Pub ◊

• Tuesday, March 15th, 2011

The West End is home to many creative artists and performers. We are also in the midst of some of the best venues for Live Theater and music. Lucky us!

West End artist William Smith is a featured artist for the Imagery Winery Artist Label Series. The winery will be releasing their WOW OUI! wine with his label. The Artist Label Series wine and merchandise is only sold in their tasting room and their website. The labels in the artist series change every year so when the run sells out that’s it for that label. The artwork is now part of the collection of the winery but it will be on display for the next month or so. Wil will be at the winery signing bottles and other merchandise with his image on March 19th the Savor Sonoma Valley Barrel Tasting weekend. William Smith website Imagery Winery/Savor Sonoma Valley info

March 18th, Friday- The Deluxe Buckets Farewell Show. Say it’s not so… but alas it is. The Buckets will dazzle us for the last time. Be there! Location: Toad in the Hole Time: 9 p.m.

The Deluxe Buckets

March 18th- April 3rd- The Ticking Clock A humorous, moving and timely play that draws inspiration from a series of true stories. Each character reflects upon the impact her own biological clock has had on her life’s choices. March is Women’s History Month. In observance of this, The Ticking Clock will feature special events: ART: Women’s art on display in lobby during run of “The Ticking Clock.” ESSAYS: Women’s short essays relating to biological clock issues will be featured on the 6th Street Playhouse blog at: http://6thstreetplayhouse.blogspot.com – POST SHOW DISCUSSIONS: Each performance will be followed with interactive dialogues about women’s biological clock

The Ticking Clock

Every Wednesday night at the Last Day Saloon is the Pick Me Up Music Revue, a venue for local and traveling folk musicians produced by the North Bay Hootenanny.March 23rd features local Mr. December. Check out entire music schedule at Last Day Saloon

The Last Day Saloon is looking for local comedians to start a weekly open mic comedy night. Please email Dave Daher at davedaher@hotmail.com

Last Day Saloon

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

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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Welcome March!

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Thursday, March 03rd, 2011

March will bring Mardi Gras, the first day of Spring and our first West End meeting in the DeTurk Round Barn. Always lots to do in and around the West End. Here is a sampling of events and entertainment for early March. The West End calendar has more events, meetings and entertainment dates Click Here!

Thursdays Nights in March 4- 8 p.m. mean Wine Down Thirsty Thursdays at D’Argenzio Winery/ Santa Rosa Vintner’s Square. It’s a great time to mingle, drink wine, perhaps enjoy a cigar. It’s all up to you. Enjoy the dining from the Foodie truck. Location: Santa Rosa Vintner’s Square 1301- 1305 Cleveland Ave Time: 4- 8 p.m.

Wednesdays Nights in March at 7 p.m. mean The Pick Me Up Music Revue at the Last Day Saloon. Enjoy local and traveling folk and Americana musicians- shows produced by The North Bay Hootenanny. Location: Last Day Saloon 120 5th Street Time: Doors open at 7 p.m.

March 4th, Friday- The Final Scene A romp that will keep you on the edge of your seat. A soap opera diva works hard to avoid her impending doom in the script. Will she live, end up in a coma or find herself on the unemployment line? Written by local playwright Gene Abravaya. March 4th- March 27th. Location: 6th Street Playhouse 52 W. 6th Street Time: See website for show times and ticket info. 6th Street Playhouse

The Final Scene March 4th- March 27th

March 4th, Friday- First Friday Night Sky are programs are offered on the first Friday of the months September through December of 2010; and, February through May of 2011. These programs, offered at 7:00 and 8:30pm, will be the only planetarium presentations given on these first Friday weekends. First Friday Night Sky content will vary with emphasis on the stars, constellation, planets, and other interesting facts in or about the sky that night. Although admission is free; donations to support SRJC’s Planetarium are gratefully appreciated. Seating will be 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 in the planetarium by the scheduled start time. Location: SRJC, Santa Rosa Campus, Lark Hall Room 2001 Time: See website for time and details SRJC Planetarium

March 5th, Saturday- First Saturday Cleanup Help take care of restored Santa Rosa Creek flowing through the heart of downtown on the first Saturday of every month. The Greenway provides a home for river otter, kingfishers, egrets, and steelhead trout as well as parks, public art, and recreation along the six mile creek trail. Work and then have pizza afterward. Please bring utensils so we may keep our trash impact low. Contribution to lunch, desserts, fruit and appetizers are always welcome. Location: Meet at Olive Park Time: 10 a.m. First Saturday Cleanup

March 5th, Saturday- Amber Lee and the Anomolies with Gillian Underwood. Lovely and local, Amber Lee will delight you with her accordion, loop-pedal, glockenspiel, and odd percussion instruments. Neo-Folk-Accordion-Cabaret Location: Toad in the Hole Time: 9:30 p.m. Amber Lee Baker

March 9th, Wednesday- FREE Workshop: “Killing Two Birds With One Stone – Saving Energy by Saving Water” – Monthly Clean Energy Series workshops hosted by the Clean Energy Advocate (CEA) start March 9^th from 6-7p. Click here to RSVP. The CEA is a pilot program within Sonoma County which provides an independent, unbiased advocate to assist homeowners in navigating the renewable energy, energy efficiency, and water-use efficiency upgrade process. Meet them at our March 17^th neighborhood meeting! More info. www.srcity.org/CEA

Clean Energy Advocate

Rialto Cinemas Film Festival will be held this March and April at the 6th Street Playhouse. Films are “Carlos’, “Phil Ochs: There but for fortune”, “Kings of Pastry” and “Circo”. See Rialto Cinemas to see film info, advance tickets and show times. Films are $10, $8 for seniors and children. The 2010-11 National Theater Live will also be presented at 6th Street Playhouse.

Rialto Cinemas

News: Santa Rosa Prepares for Return of Freight Trains Press Demo

Did you know that March is Women’s History Month?- Check out the SRJC’s Women’s History calendar of events or National Women’s History Project

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Renovation, real estate and entertainment

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Friday, January 14th, 2011

A historic restoration! Another West End historic home renewal is happening on the corner of Decker and Dutton. This house has had a long, checkered past- the new owners are carefully renovating this little beauty.

Decker house looking fine!

Recent Home Sales: With the real estate market in flux and a West End landlord who has found it necessary to sell several properties- there’s lots of activity. Yes, there has been “flipping” -homes bought by investors, quickly beautified for resale (often without benefit of permit one suspects ) but the end result may be new West End owners/residents who can enjoy downtown living. Here’s a few recent sales: Nov 28th- 135 W. 7th Street; Dec 12- 225 W. 8th St. $322,000; December 5, 107 Decker $170,000.

Ring of Fire: The Music of Johnny Cash- Opens this Friday! 6th Street Playhouse

West End Carolers on video. The weather foiled the plans of the West End Carolers visiting the hood- but this a short video from their performance at the Toad in the Hold. Click here! Boyce Street was treated to another wonderful group of carolers, in spite of the rain. Thanks Paul and Veronica for spreading cheer.

W. E. Carolers at Toad in the Hole

January 15th, Saturday- The Northbay Hootananny. Folk Americana Location: Last Day Saloon 21 years+, $10 Time: 7:30 p.m.

January 16th, Sunday- Pug Play day at DeTurk Round Barn Park. 3 p.m. Playful Pugs party at the park. Rain will cancel the event.

Category: Animals, Lost Pet, Entertainment, Miscellany, Neighbor News, Preservation & Historic sites, Videos | Tags: 6th Street Playhouse, Animals & Lost Pet, Dog friendly neighborhood, Dog Park, Last Day Saloon, pugs, Railroad Square, Santa Rosa, Toad in the Hole Pub, West End, West End neighborhood | Comments off

West End Holiday Happenings

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Tuesday, December 14th, 2010

Lots of holiday happenings right in the neighborhood :

December 15th, Wednesday- Christmas Movie Night. First movie for the whole family, 1983′s “Christmas Story”. Following that is “Christmas Tree Blues”, a short film that will be making its Sonoma County premiere, co-produced by our own Choklit Chanteuse and sound design by Clifford Hill. To round out the evening, the 1988 Christmas blockbuster, “Die Hard”. This night of Christmas movie magic was created by Skye Barnett & Clifford Hill. Location: Toad in the Hole Time: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Christmas Movie Night

December 18th, Saturday- West End Christmas Caroling- The weather outside might be frightful- so the carolers aren’t quite sure what the plan is. If all goes well, they will carol in the neighborhood from 6-7 p.m. and end up at Toad in the Hole for the following event. If you would like more information, email Tory

December 18th, Saturday- A very “Deluxe” Christmas Variety Show. Dust off those fuzzy Christmas sweaters! The Buckets are going to be rockin’- come enjoy a good old fireside-rock show as well as a variety of other acts. The West End Carolers will make an appearance. If you have a talent that you want to display in front of the world then please contact Clifford Location: Toad in the Hole Time: 8 p.m.

Deluxe Buckets

6th Street Theater Shows: (For complete info go to www.6thstreetplayhouse.com )

Ham for the Holidays- November 26th- December 19th. Back by Popular Demand! Written & Directed by Shad Willingham Set on Christmas Eve in a small radio station (WHAM) in Georgia (circa 1940), a group of actors await the arrival of Orson Welles who is scheduled to make a guest appearance on their broadcast.

A Christmas Carol- School of Drama Winter Workshop production. December 17, 18, 19 at 7 p.m. December 18, 19 at 2 p.m. Student performers ages 8 to 16 years will lead audience members on a nostalgic journey back in time to Victorian England.

6th Street Improv- Improvised Radio Show December 19th, Sunday. 6th Street Improv uses the set of Ham for the Holidays to create their own 1940′s style radio show. Will include completely new, never-before-seen or heard improvised songs, sound effects, serial stories, and sponsors.

Holiday Horse & Carriage Rides in Historic Railroad Square- A fun holiday tradition. Weekends until Christmas Eve (weather permitting) 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Take a ride in 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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West End Artists October Events

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Tuesday, October 12th, 2010

The West End is the proud home of many artists and creative people. October opportunities to see what they offer:

October 15th, Friday- Pint Sized, Art Opening Reception for a Sonoma State Painting Exhibition. West End Artists Jenny & Paul Braun, who both have pieces in the show, would like to invite the West End to attend. Location: Guayaki Yerba Mate Bar 6782 Sebastopol Ave, Sebastopol, CA Time: 7- 10 p.m. For more info CLICK HERE!

Pint Sized

October 15th, Friday- Amber Lee and the Anomalies. Location: The Wine Emporium, 125 N Main St, Sebastopol, CA Time: 5 p.m. October 16th, Saturday- Amber Lee and the Anomalies. Location: Toad in the Hole 116 5th Street Time: 10 p.m. Two chances to see the multi-talented Amber Lee while she’s in town.

October 16th, Saturday- Art for the Arts. Live art auction at Church of One Tree in Juilliard Park. This live art auction is the first fundraiser directly benefiting the City of Santa Rosa Arts Program. It showcases local and regional artists such as West End Artist William Smith. Location: Church of One Tree in Juilliard Park Time: Viewing of Art starts at 5 p.m., Auction at 7 p.m. Cost: $35 ticket includes a commemorative wine glass, food provided by A La Heart Catering, Eric Kent wines and more! For more info CLICK HERE!

Art for the Arts- Live Auction

If you are a West End Artist or Performer… Don’t be shy! We want to brag about you too. Send your performance/show dates to Lea Barron-Thomas at westend@sonic.net

The West End Calendar has a full listing of events, West End Artists and performer dates, meetings and other dates of neighborhood interest.

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Recent West End events

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010

West End Bocce & West End Movie Night at DeMeo Park- The weather was kind and thus our last Bocce and Movie night were well attended and enjoyed by all. We took our yearly photo under the Paradox Walnut tree- biggest group ever. Everyone brought food- fresh garden tomatoes, home baked pie, cobbler & cookies, wonderful BBQ meats and more. Lights added a festive glow to the bocce courts and park. Ben Rosales, a professional photographer, took beautiful pictures of the last night. West End Bocce is a special time to gather with friends, family and neighbors. Thanks to Guy Dean, Allen Thomas, Heather Rosales & Kernan Coleman. These folks were the stalwart backbone that always put in an extra effort to make Bocce wonderful for everyone. Paul & Veronica Jordan are the force behind the West End Movie nights. To see more photos from the 2010 Bocce season, click here!

The Official 2010 Bocce Group Photo!

West End Poodle Party- The DeTurk Round Barn Park’s incredible dog park is a delight for dogs and their owners. Pug Play Day has gathered there for years. The West End Poodle party is a new group that is meeting for doggie socialization. It’s a pretty awesome sight to see a pack of Poodles! We also had other doggie friends- Doodles, Bichons, a Chinese Crested and more. For more dog park photos, Click Here!

A Posse of Poodles

3rd Annual Alley Cat Race & Food Drive- In spite of the rain, many gathered at the Toad in the Hole for the Alley Cat Race. Bike riders were given a map and food items to collect- and the race was on! There was a raffle with the biggest prize, a bike, going to Hilary. (A West End newlywed, she’s lucky in love too!) This was another fabulous Kelly Cowan production- the food collected benefited the Redwood Empire Food Bank. For more photos from this event- Click Here!

3rd Annual Alley Cat Race & Food Drive- Kelly Cowan

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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Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Tuesday, September 14th, 2010

September 14th, Tuesday (Tonight!)- Community meeting about the 9th Street Mural. Give your input on the final colors and designs for the mural. This is your chance to provide input- be there or miss your opportunity. Neighborhood volunteers will actually paint the mural. We want a show of hands for volunteer painters. Location: CHOPS 509 Adams Street Time: 6 p.m.

September 15th, Wednesday- Pros and Cons of State Ballot Measures presented by the League of Women Voters of So. Co. Location: S. R. City Council Chambers at City Hall 100 Santa Rosa Ave. Time: Refreshments 6:30 p.m. ; Program 7-8:30 p.m.

Pros and Cons kickoff of State Ballot Measures

September 17th, Friday- West End Summer Bocce and… LAST ONE!!! We will be taking our group photo- so dress to impress. Meet your friends and neighbors at beautiful DeMeo Park. Bring food to share. 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. West End Bocce is also on facebook . Location: DeMeo Park Time: 6 p.m.

…Movie Night. Last movie night of the year! Join your neighbors this Friday night 9/17/2010 at 8:15 pm (when it’s dark enough) to watch the movie Princess and the Frog in DeMeo Park. (Movie details here and parental advisory here ) Bring a blanket & such to sit on and keep warm with. We will return to having free popcorn to share this time. (Thanks Paul and Veronica for this wonderful event!)

September 17th, Friday- 6th Street IMPROV! Trained actors take suggestions from the audience and perform on-the-spot stories, songs & scenes. Location: 6th Street Playhouse Time: 8 p.m.

September 18th, Saturday- 6th Annual Motorcycle Poker Run & Classic Car show & BBQ. Benefits Kid Street’s K-6 Grade Charter School. Music, BBQ, Car show and more. $27 before 8/18/10, $30 after. Location: BBQ & Car show at Kid Street School 709 Davis Street. Poker run registration get info at www.kstreet.org Time: Gates open at 1 p.m. BBQ at 3 p.m.

Kid Street BBQ, Car show & Poker run

September 18th, Saturday- West End Poodle Party. Poodles and their owners meet for socializing and play. Water provided at park. A chair might be a good idea. As always, other friendly breeds are welcomed to attend. Get on the email list or join Facebook Group Contact Lea Barron-Thomas for more info. Location: Dog Park at DeTurk Round Barn Park Time: 11 a.m.

September 19th, Sunday- 3rd Annual Alley Cat Bike Race & Food Drive. Our good friend Kelly Cowan has once again pulled together a great event. Come on by The Toad with your bike, to cruise or race, to local stores for canned goods. Lots of great prizes, people and beers.Fun all around. Come to race or just cruise the course or just sit in the pub drinking. The raffle includes two great bikes donated by “whiskeydrunk cycles” and “bike czar”and plenty more schwag! All the proceeds and the food will be donated to the Redwood empire food bank. Location: Toad in the Hole 116 5th Street Time: Race starts at 3.00pm with sign ups beginning at 2.00pm.

3rd Annual Alley Cat race & food drive

The West End Calendar has a full listing of events, West End Artists and performer dates, meetings and other dates of neighborhood interest.

Events and Entertainment Recap

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Tuesday, August 31st, 2010

Events and entertainment whether in the West End, featuring West End Performers or within walking distance are always plentiful.We know you can’t possibly do everything so here’s photos & videos to show you what you missed.

Quarter Mile Combo- played at Hopmonk Tavern. This 4 piece Americana Rockabilly band features the West End’s own Justin Barr on guitar, vocalist Nettie Hammar, drummer Gary Daly and Todd Troublemaker on bass. A great show. They have a recently released cd “Motels, Gas and Beer”. You will note that the cover photo is shot in front of the DeTurk Winery building. Got to love that band!

Quarter Mile Combo

Ken Risling and Avery Risling-Sholl- Performed at Aroma Roasters. Ken sings his original songs, Avery offers traditional Celtic music, songs and fiddle. There were other guests, Oona Risling-Sholl sang a song with her father, Ken. Kate Sholl joined the whole family for a few songs. There were also members from the S. F. Scottish Fiddlers. An incredible night.

Risling-Sholl Family sings

Santa Rosa ADULT Gong Show- This is a live version of the old T. V. show- but with an adult rating. The show, produced by Kelly Cowan & Jacquie Smith, was hilarious and everyone looks forward the next one. Watch S. R. ADULT Gong Show- Click Here!

Save our Pools- Almost 6oo people ran/walked through the West End Neighborhood on Sunday for the “Save our Pools” 5 K. West Enders watched them from their front porches and cheered them on with cowbells and waves. Racers got to see the DeTurk Round Barn, our two lovely parks and historic homes- many for the first time. West Ender Veronica Jordan and her friend, Ann Figurski made a big splash dressed in swimming attire and sporting “Save our Pools” across their baby bumps. See Press Democrat News story

Future Swimmers (and one West Ender) on board!

August West End Full Moon Ride- Last month it was too cold and this month it was too hot- but both times riders had an excellent time!

August Full Moon ride 2010

West End Poodle Party- The first West End Poodle Party was a great success. Check out the video- Click Here!

See more photos in our gallery: “Save our Pools” 5 K, West End Artists & Performers, West End Dogs & Dog park and more!

More “Save our Pools” photos on flickr

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

West End Artists & Performers calendar

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Thursday, August 26th, 2010

As always, the West End’s talented folks offer lots of opportunities for entertainment. There’s even a chance for those with “special” talent to perform at the Gong Show.

August 27th, Friday 8:30 p.m.- West Enders Ken Risling and Avery Risling-Sholl will be back at Aroma Roasters. By popular demand, they will be performing their mix of traditional Celtic and American, featuring Avery’s vocals and fiddle and Ken’s award winning original songs. Aroma Roasters Ken Risling video

August 28th, Saturday 8 p.m.- The Blasters & Special guest band Quarter Mile Combo. Americana Rockabilly at it’s best. Quarter Mile Combos features the West End’s own Justin Barr. Hopmonk Tavern Watch Quarter Mile Combo

Quarter Mile Combo

August 28th, Saturday 9:00 p.m.- The return of the Santa Rosa Gong Show- hosted by Kelly Cowan. This is a live version of the T.V. show featuring local talent. PERFORMERS needed! Do you have an act only your mother could love? Arrive by 8:30 to sign up. Location: Toad in the Hole

Are you Gong worthy?

Every Sunday Night – West End DJ Katie Vrooman has a specialty radio show called “Great Dames, Vintage Chicks,” a collection of torch singers, big band singers and jazz vocalists from the 1930’s- 1960’s. Katie hand selects all the music from the show and talks about it as well. You can also hear Katie on Monday- Friday during mid-day- But the Sunday night show (10 p.m. to midnight) is about female singers who “carry the torch”. The KRUSH 95.9

CHOP’s Artist Series Video and upcoming event: There is a great link on the Press Democrat of a video of the Chop’s Artist Series that was captured at the Art Gala. Thought we might want to share it with our neighbors, especially those who were unable to attend the Art Gala. Click Here to watch! Also, mark your calendars- Sept 24 from 5-7:00 p.m., we will have an “Unveiling Event” for the handcar the teens designed and built to be raced in the Handcar Regatta. It will be a super fun event! Diana Curtin, Executive Director, Chop’s Teen Club

Proud West End Mother, Catherine DePrima reports that her son, Marshall Cook is currently filming his first Feature Film Directorial. Marshall not only directed, he also wrote the script and acted in it. It was not too long ago that Marshall, was a young boy on Boyce Street. For more info on Marshall Cook

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

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

West End News Items

Author: Lea Barron-Thomas

• Monday, August 23rd, 2010

August 24th, Tuesday at 7:30 p.m.- West End Full Moon Bike Ride. It is official – West End Full Moon ride will depart De Meo Park at 7:30. We will try something a little different this time. To celebrate the opening of the paved path from downtown Santa Rosa to Willowside Road, we are riding to Willowside and back. We should be able to see the moon free from fog and city lights. Dress warm and bring a light source. Facebook or Allen Thomas for more info (707) 477-8422.

Ride with the Moon on Tuesday

The first West End Poodle Party was a smashing success. There were at least 25 poodles, mostly standard but also a few other sizes. We even had a few Doodles. Owners and their Poodles had a great time socializing. Western Farm Center’s Bob Bertolini, every dog’s favorite uncle and owner of two poodles, brought delicious dog ice cream. Linda, also from Western Farm, handed out treats to a very enthusiastic audience. We are hoping to have more Poodle Parties in the future. For more photos Facebook or West End Dog Park Photo Gallery

The first West End Poodle Party

Kellie from Decker Street reports: One of our West End neighbors was in the Press Democrat today, well his Restaurant was. Luis on Decker Street owns Las Palmas Restaurant which was chosen as one of the best places for Fish Tacos in the County. I found a link: http://www.biteclubeats.com/2010/08/fish-taco-quest.html and the article says: Top Pick: Las Palmas Fish tacos aren’t always on the menu, but when they are, jump. Blackened fish tacos here are all about the fish, and less about the batter. Loaded up with cabbage and a side of beans and rice, it’s a meal and a half. What keeps us coming back to Las Palmas are menu specials like these that go way beyond boring burritos and quesadillas. 415 Santa Rosa Ave., Santa Rosa, (707) 546-3091.

Aug. 28th Saturday 9PM- The GONG SHOW at the TOAD. Consider sharing your “talent”. The more acts the merrier!!! Performers should arrive by 8:30 to sign up. For Inspiration check these out: From the 1970′s……. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IvbArI_bsMU&feature=related From the 2010 Show……http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WzKGxopnP44 For more info contact Jacqueline Smith email or via facebook

The Gong Show

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Tag-Archive for ◊ Toad in the Hole Pub ◊

The West End is home to many creative artists and performers. We are also in the midst of some of the best venues for Live Theater and music. Lucky us!

Lots of holiday happenings right in the neighborhood :

The West End is the proud home of many artists and creative people. October opportunities to see what they offer:

Events and entertainment whether in the West End, featuring West End Performers or within walking distance are always plentiful.We know you can’t possibly do everything so here’s photos & videos to show you what you missed.

As always, the West End’s talented folks offer lots of opportunities for entertainment. There’s even a chance for those with “special” talent to perform at the Gong Show.