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Dogs, Amgen & Bocce.
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• Tuesday, May 08th, 2012
Ahhh! Nice weather,  lots of outdoor events and it is almost time for West End Summer Bocce! West End Bocce officially starts on Friday, May 18th at 6 p.m. This week’s offerings-  

May 9th to August 29th- Wednesday Evenings- Wednesday Night Market. Over 130 vendors, 40 entertainers and bands, dozens of wineries, and tens of thousands of people to downtown Santa Rosa to celebrate Sonoma County. No July 4th Market. Location: Downtown Santa Rosa Time: 5-8:30 p.m.

May 11th – May 27th- Souvenir. For more than half a century the name Florence Foster Jenkins has been guaranteed to produce explosions of derisive laughter.   As news of her terrible singing spread, so did her celebrity.  At the climax of her career her concert at Carnegie Hall in 1944 sold out in two hours. Hilarious and poignant. Location: 6th Street Playhouse 52 W. 6th Street Time: See website for showtimes and tickets

Souvenir-about a woman who wanted to sing in the worse way!

May 11th, Friday- Tainted Love. 80s dance hits. Location: Last Day Saloon Time: 9 p.m. door, 10 p.m. show

The Last Day Saloon

May 11th, Friday- Tour of Wine Santa Rosa 2012 D’Argenzio Winery celebrates the return of the Amgen Tour through Santa Rosa with the Tour of Wine 2012 pre-race party.  The winery will offer complementary tasting of its Levi’s GranFondo Pinot Noir, along with live music with “Hand Me Down” featuring the West Ends own Tim Sarter, food, tours and Bocce ball on the Terrazzo. Family-friendly. $20.00 includes 6 wine tastes and 2 slices of pizza  Location: D’Argenzio Winery 1301 Cleveland Ave Time: 3pm-9pm Tickets

D'Argenzio Fine Wines

May 11th, Friday- Spring Variety Showcase  Chop’s Teen Members will showcase their stories and accomplishments in music, dance, art, comedy and more.  Appetizers will be served by the Chop’s Teen Catering Crew. Location: DeMeo Teen Club 509 Adams Street  Time: 5:00 – 7:00 p.m

May 13th, West End Small Dog Hour- A slower, downsized environment for the smaller dog to play in. A great time for small dogs to meet with other small dogs to romp without concern. The West End Small Dog Hour is held the second Sunday of every month right before the W. E. Poodle Party. Rain will cancel the event. Organized by West Ender Lea Barron-Thomas Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park  Time: 10 a.m.

W. E. Small Dog Hour

May 13th, West End Poodle Party. Calling all social Poodles!… it’s time to party. The West End Poodle Party is held the second Sunday of every month. All Poodles, Poodle fusions and Poodle friendly dogs are invited to attend. Rain will cancel the event. Organized by West Ender Lea Barron-Thomas. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park Time: 11 a.m. Facebook

W. E. Poodle Party

Amgen May 13- 20th  2012 Amgen Tour of CA Santa Rosa hosts the opening stage of this 8 day event. The largest cycling event in America, the 2012 Amgen Tour of California is a Tour de France-style cycling road race.  Entire race is May 13-20th. Amgen Tour of CA

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May 18th, Friday- West End Summer Bocce begins! Join your friends and neighbors at beautiful DeMeo Park for bocce, potluck eats and socializing. Everyone is welcomed kids, dogs and well-behaved adults. Location: DeMeo Park Time: 6 p.m.

Opening Night on May 18th!

May 19th, Saturday 2012 The 118th Annual Luther Burbank Rose Parade and Festival One of So. Co.’s most honored traditions. This year’s theme “Rockin’ Round the Roses”. Location: Downtown Santa Rosa Time: 10 a.m. For more info www.roseparadefestival.com

Epic is a West End Sponsor

 

 Neighborhood Watch is the most effective and least expensive tool for ensuring the safe environment that we all want for our families. This is homeowner’s insurance that works! 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

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April begins, Easter Dogs, pop up dining
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• Monday, April 02nd, 2012
 Welcome April! Easter is this Sunday and we will still have a West End Small Dog Hour and West End Poodle Party at DeTurk Round Barn Dog park.  We’ll have a photo station set up for you to take pictures so bring your doggies in all their Easter finery.

Easter Dogs

April 5th, Thursday ~ArtFest 2012 Opening Reception.  Chop’s teen and staff artwork will be featured at the Finley Community Center from April 3-26. Neighbors are invited to the April 5th reception. Location: Finley Community Center 2060 W. College Avenue Time: 5:00-7:00 p.m     Chop’s Teen Club

April 6th, Friday- SRJC First Friday Night Sky Programs offered the first Friday of  March -May 2012. Show content varies with emphasis on the stars, constellations, planets, and other interesting facts in or about the sky that night. Seating on a first-come, first-served basis; arrive early enough to pick up your free parking permit, return it to  vehicle and back to planetarium by show start time. FREE but donations gratefully appreciated. More info at http://www.santarosa.edu/planetarium/publicshows.html Location: SRJC- Planetarium at Lark Hall, Room 2001 Time: 7 & 8:30 p.m.

April 7th, Saturday- Indulgence- a “Pop Up” dining experience at Omelette Express. One night only, you can enjoy a 4 course cajun-creole/lebanese meal from chefs Aaron Hakeem & Maria Vieages. This is one of the new type of portable events highlighted in the Press Demo’s “Sudden Fun” article on 3/7/12. See menu. Cost is $50 per person, prepaid reservations are required. Price does not include gratuity. No corkage.   onerealmaria@gmail.com 707-546-3293  Location: Omelette Express 112 4th Street  Time: 7 p.m.

Indulgence Menu

April 7th, 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.

April 7th, Saturday-  Young Reporter Workshop for 7th and 8th graders.  This  workshop will introduce the students to county government,  promote literacy and civic engagement and it will boost writing skills and reading comprehension.   All five Sonoma County Supervisors will be attending the workshop and will be interviewed by the students.  The students will then write an article based on what they learned from the Supervisors.  Thank you Supervisors Zane, Rabbitt, Brown, Carrillo and McGuire!  The articles will be published in Kid Scoop News  and read by the 12,000 elementary grade students. To register, call 707-284-2467. Location: Chop’s Teen Club 509 Adams Street Time: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

April 8th, Sunday-  West End Small Dog Hour- A slower, downsized environment for the smaller dog to play in. A great time for littler dogs to meet with other like sized dogs to romp without concern. The West End Small Dog Hour is held the second Sunday of every month right before the W. E. Poodle Party. Rain will cancel the event. Organized by West Ender Lea Barron-Thomas Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park  Time: 10 a.m. Facebook

April 8th, Sunday- West End Poodle Party. Calling all social Poodles!… it’s time to party. The West End Poodle Party is held the second Sunday of every month. All Poodles, Poodle fusions and Poodle friendly dogs are invited to attend. Rain will cancel the event. Organized by West Ender Lea Barron-Thomas. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park Time: 11 a.m. Facebook

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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Bunnies, Cats and Chicks. Oh my!
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• Friday, March 16th, 2012

Time for the West End’s monthly Animal Friendly email. This one covers dogs, bunnies, cats and even chickens… so if you are not an animal lover you will want to avert your eyes. The rain has canceled at least two Dog parties at DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park this month but we could use the rain and luckily some dogs just love to get muddy. 

March 18th, Sunday- Pug Play Day. Imagine delightful pugs cavorting and snorting. Pug Play day meets the 3rd Sunday of every month. Rain cancels the event. For more info:http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/NorthBayPugs   Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park 819 Donahue Street Time: 3 p.m.

West End Small Dog Hour- A slower, downsized environment for the smaller dog to play in. A great time for small dogs to meet with other small dogs to romp without concern. The West End Small Dog Hour is held the second Sunday of every month right before the W. E. Poodle Party. Rain will cancel the event. Organized by West Ender Lea Barron-Thomas Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park  Time: 10 a.m.

West End Poodle Party  The West End Poodle Party is held the second Sunday of every month. All Poodles, Poodle fusions and Poodle friendly dogs are invited to attend. Rain will cancel the event. Organized by West Ender Lea Barron-Thomas. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park Time: 11 a.m. Facebook

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What’s up Chick? New Chicks recently arrived at Western Farm Center. The newly hatched chicks are stabilized (hydrated and fed) for 24 hours before they are sold. They were peeping up a storm! Do you know what combines a 5% discount, pet food for seniors and Western Farm Center? Their new Customer Loyalty Card! For the cost of $10,  WFC will give a $5 donation to Kibbles of Kindness (a new program that helps to provide pet food to local seniors) AND 5% off all dog, cat and caged bird food and supplies for every visit for 2012 to your favorite locally owned, neighborhood pet/farm store. Now that sounds like something to crow about. More info  at Western Farm Center

Babies!

Need some Bunny to love?  EASTER is fast approaching  (on April 8th) and after that something the folks at the House Rabbit Society call the “Easter Dump Season”. DON’T purchase a cute little bunny for photos, the holiday or simply the novelty. If you are truly interested in having a Rabbit as a pet- remember it is at least a 10 year commitment. Also, rabbits who live indoors are happier, healthier, more socialized and live a lot longer. You can always wait until after Easter and adopt one from a shelter. For more info on Rabbit Care go to http://rabbit.org

No excuses for unwanted kittens. SpayPAL: a new Low Cost Cat Spay/Neuter program is available to Sonoma County residents. All cat spay/neuter surgeries are just $30 and include a free rabies vaccine. Surgeries are offered every Tuesday & Friday by appointment at the Sonoma Humane Society’s Spay/Neuter Clinic.  Unspayed and unneutered cats are responsible for hundreds of unwanted and abandoned kittens every year. Call (707) 636-1716 to schedule your appointment http://sonomahumane.org/hospital/spay_neuter_surgery.html

SCCRAP On February 26th it looked like there was another dog party at DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park yesterday- there was a group of Pits and their owners. Very interesting- the group is called SCRRAP and they are a group of Sonoma County residents advocating for the Bully breeds. They go for monthly walks to different cities- They had their walk yesterday in downtown Santa Rosa starting off at the DeTurk Round Barn. Very cool group- they promote all the right things- responsible ownership, speaking out against Backyard Breeders, saving neglected and abused pits, and spay and neuter of non-show and non working companion dogs.

SCRRAP on their monthly walk

Don’t forget ! Summer Day Camps at the Humane Society Animal Adventure, Education Camps and Career Camps are  held in the summer. Train a dog, hug a bunny, feed a cat, pet a reptile and learn and discover why animals are such an important part of our lives. Discover a career in dog training or animal control officers by speaking to professionals and learn how to prepare your own pets in case of a disaster. Field trips may include: Assistance Dog Institute, Bodega Bay Marine Lab, Wildlife Rescue and much, much more. Each session is one week (M-F) from 9:00AM – 3:00PM. Sessions are categorized by grade level (for grades 2- 12- grade starting in the fall 2012 school year) with the first session beginning in June and the last session ending in August. Beth Karzes, Humane Education Outreach Coordinator at , ext. 232 or email: bkarzes@sonomahumane.org  or  2012 Summer Camp

What a bunch of turkeys!  A gang of turkeys has been spending time in the West End.  Most recently, they have spent their time on the sidewalks, yards and roofs around Boyce Street.  They really do gobble too!

The turkey trot

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

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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Arbor Day at DeTurk Round Barn
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• Tuesday, March 06th, 2012
Celebrate Arbor Day and Luther Burbank’s Birthday right in the neighborhood. This event is on Wednesday evening and Thursday afternoon so there’s two opportunities for you to enjoy the performance. (More details listed below.) 

March 7th, Wednesday AND on March 8th , Friday- Luther Burbank’s Birthday and Arbor Day! On two different dates, enjoy the interactive performance of “Trail of Trees” presented by educational entertainer Tim Womick. Both performances take place at the beautiful historical DeTurk Round Barn. Weather permitting we will plant a tree  after March 8th performance in honor of Arbor day. Free! Invite your family and friends. RSVP – 707-543-3225 More info at: Arbor Day  Location: DeTurk Round Barn 819 Donahue Street Time: March 7th, Wednesday at 7 p.m. /March 8th, Thursday at 12 noon.

Mar 9th – Mar 25th- Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. It’s Big Daddy’s 65th birthday!  However, the mood is somber despite the festivities, as a number of evils poison the gaiety. Location: 6th Street Playhouse GK Hardt Theater 52 W. 6th Street Times: See website for showtimes and tickets.

March 11th, West End Small Dog Hour- A slower, downsized environment for the smaller dog to play in. A great time for small dogs to meet with other small dogs to romp without concern. The West End Small Dog Hour is held the second Sunday of every month right before the W. E. Poodle Party.Rain will cancel the event. Organized by West Ender Lea Barron-Thomas Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park  Time: 10 a.m. Facebook

March 11th, West End Poodle Party. Calling all social Poodles!… it’s time to party. The West End Poodle Party is held the second Sunday of every month. All Poodles, Poodle fusions and Poodle friendly dogs are invited to attend. Rain will cancel the event. Organized by West Ender Lea Barron-Thomas. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park Time: 11 a.m. Facebook

March 15th, Thursday- West End Neighborhood Association Spring Meeting. This is a great time to meet your friends and neighbors and catch up on the latest neighborhood news. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Time: 7 p.m.

March17th, Saturday-  St. Patrick’s Day Fun Run/Walk  The 1st Annual St. Partick’s Day Run/Walk to benefit recreation programs and facilities. Begins and ends in Juilliard Park. After the run/walk, enjoy a corned beef and cabbage dinner and traditional Irish music. All finishers will receive a commerative mug. Online registration will open in January 2012. Location: Juilliard Park 227 Santa Rosa Avenue Time: Race start time 3 p.m

March 18th, Sunday- Pug Play Day. Imagine delightful pugs cavorting and snorting. Pug Play day meets the 3rd Sunday of every month. Rain cancels the event. For more info:http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/NorthBayPugs   Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park 819 Donahue Street Time: 3 p.m.

6th Street Undercrossing The 6th Street Undercrossing project is estimated to start on March 14, 2012 and will take an anticipated 26 weeks to complete. The constructions plans include the roadway, curb and gutter, ADA sidewalks, pedestrian scale lighting, bike lanes, traffic signal improvements and striping. The project includes 6th Street between Morgan and Davis.  If you have questions or concerns regarding this project contact David Vandeveer, City of SR Public Works (707) 543-4521 or DVandeveer@srcity.org

Project Fact Sheet- 6th St underpass

Public Participation letter 6th St Underpass

Speaking of Arbor Day- FYI. Reported by a neighbor on Feburary 29th- “Vandals just cut a big tree down on the dirt/ rustic Santa Rosa path between Pierson n Dutton right behind my house. I left my place at 4:30 went to stony point, heard it fall maybe five minutes before we got home @5… Group of teens were there, but said they just got there… I called the srpd and they said ‘maybe someone would check it out’ Someone’s around with chainsaw? Pretty disgusting. Helen”

Would you like to sponsor the West End Neighborhood Association? Contact Lea Barron-Thomas for details.

Murnane Floors is a West End Sponsor

The West End Neighborhood calendar features events, theater, music, meetings and other items that you might find of interest. To find a complete listing of everything in one place, check out the calendar.

 

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West End Pet Friendly- February
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• Wednesday, February 08th, 2012
Animal friendly West End is located downtown Santa Rosa, close to dog friendly stores, cafes and even restaurants.  Animal amenities abound: 3 doggie parties at our dog park; a Feral cat colony managed and fed by a West Ender. Right in the ‘hood we have Western Farm Center,  well respected veterinarian and West Ender Deborah Crippen and even Group Dog lessons.
Animal events you might be interested in:  Summer Camp with the animals (SIGN UP FAST! They fill up!), Read to a Dog and is there such a thing as a Cat Agility contest? Fraid so! This weekend see cats perform amazing feats and then, sometimes, not.

West End:

February 12th, Sunday- We are going to the dogs with two doggie social hours.

#1 West End Small Dog Play Hour- a time for the smaller dog to romp with other little dogs.  Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park 819 Donahue Street Time: 10 a.m.

#2 West End Poodle Party- Time for the Poodles to party. 11 a.m. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park 819 Donahue Street Time: 11 a.m.

West End Poodle Party and Small Dog Play Hour

February 19th, Sunday- Pug Play Day. Imagine delightful pugs cavorting and snorting. Pug Play day meets the 3rd Sunday of every month. Rain cancels the event. For more info:http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/NorthBayPugs   Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park 819 Donahue Street Time: 3 p.m.

Plastic bags? Drop them off at the dog park. Hang them on the fence… we’ll take it from there. THANKS! 

West End Feral Cat Update- Correction: The West Ends total current current number of cats are 25 (not 13). They have all been fixed and given shots by Forgotten Felines. They are fed on a daily basis, with two feeding stations, by West Ender Charly Thomas. Fixing, immunizing and feeding feral cats allow these cats to live out their lives in health without breeding more cats. Cat Food donations accepted. Diamond Brand cat food is a quality food available at Western Farm at a reasonable price. Drop your bags off at 124 W. 6th. Thanks to Charly and Forgotten Felines.

Common Ground Dog Training. No need to be embarrassed again at the dog park. Group classes right across from Western Farm Center. Private lessons, behavior problem solving & assistance dog training also offered. Mike Ossenbeck – 707-396-8055 Email: m.ossenbeck@gmail.com

Spice the Poodle, in class

 

Other Locations:

Feb 11th-12th, Saturday 23rd Annual CFA Cat Show Fun for every cat-lover! Two days of purebred cats vying for titles, shelter cats seeking their perfect home. Brand new this year- Feline Agility! Any talented kitty can enter this Feline Agility competition. Agility in Action  Entrance: $5 adults, $3 children Location: Sonoma County Fairgrounds- Grace Pavilion 1350 Bennett Valley Rd Time: 10:00a.m. to 4 p.m.

February 11th, Saturday- The 13th annual Paws for Love auction and gala! Paws for Love offers an evening of fun, food, fine wine, and Valentine memories to cherish, with all proceeds benefiting homeless and abused animals of Sonoma County, the North Bay, and beyond. In addition to the sale of artwork painted by talented shelter animals, this event also features silent and live auctions offering award-winning wines, original art by two-legged artists, and many other exciting donations by area businesses and celebrities.  $30 donation in advance and $40 at the door. Location: Finley Community Center Auditorium 2060 West College Avenue Time: 6:00 – 10:00 PM

Paws for Love

 

Dog Story Hour- Did you know that children of all ages are invited to read to a dog or tell a dog a story at many of our So. Co. Libraries? It’s a great way to pique the interest in a trip to the library. It’s also a handy way to get a “dog fix” if you don’t have one of your own. The Central Library holds their “Read to a Winter Dog” on Saturdays from 11-12. The Rincon Valley branch holds their “Read to a Dog” hour on Thursdays and Saturdays. North West branch holds their “PALS- Pets as loving support” hour on Thursdays. Check Library schedule to verify dates and times.    Children’s Programs

Read to a dog

Summer Day Camps at the Humane Society Animal Adventure, Education Camps and Career Camps are  held in the summer. Train a dog, hug a bunny, feed a cat, pet a reptile and learn and discover why animals are such an important part of our lives. Discover a career in dog training or animal control officers by speaking to professionals and learn how to prepare your own pets in case of a disaster. Field trips may include: Assistance Dog Institute, Bodega Bay Marine Lab, Wildlife Rescue and much, much more. Each session is one week (M-F) from 9:00AM – 3:00PM. Sessions are categorized by grade level (for grades 2- 12- grade starting in the fall 2012 school year) with the first session beginning in June and the last session ending in August. Beth Karzes, Humane Education Outreach Coordinator at , ext. 232 or email: bkarzes@sonomahumane.org  or  2012 Summer Camp


West End Neighborhood Association Sponsor

 

Western Farm Center 21 W. 7th Street- A West End Sponsor

Would you like to sponsor the West End Neighborhood Association? Contact Lea Barron-Thomas for details.

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 to the West End Neighborhood website. Click Here!

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Love, Proof, Singer-Songwriters and Asphalt
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• Wednesday, February 08th, 2012
This is what is happening in the West End….

 TONIGHT! 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.


Asphalt Silos

Feb. 10th to Feb. 26th- “Proof”  On a weekend following the death of her father (a famous mathematician), romance and the discovery of a mysterious notebook draws Catherine into the most difficult problem of all – how much of her father’s madness ‘or genius’ will she inherit? “Proof” explores the power of love, trust and talent with thoughtfulness and humor as Catherine must deal with her own volatile emotions; the arrival of her estranged sister; and the attentions of Hal, a former student of her father’s who hopes to find valuable work in the 103 notebooks that her father left behind. CAST:  Starring Dana Scott, the West End’s own Alan Kaplan , Mark Bradbury and Jill Zimmerman $10 to $25 Location: 6th Street Playhouse, Studio Theatre, 52 West 6th Street Time: See website for showtimes and tickets

Dana Scott and Alan Kaplan in "Proof"

February 11th, Saturday- Ken Risling and Avery Risling-Sholl  Singer songwriter Ken Risling and traditional musician Avery Risling-Sholl (in his first feature performance since his return from Scotland) will play the night away with original songs and music from the Appalachians to banks of Aberdeen. Duets and solos, you will be serenaded by voice, guitar and fiddle while you sip your drink and eat your treats at the wonderful warm atmosphere of the coffee house on railroad square. Location: Aroma Roasters Time: 8:30- 10:30

February 12th, Sunday- We are going to the dogs with two doggie social hours. #1 West End Small Dog Play Hour- a time for the smaller dog to romp with other little dogs. 10 a.m. #2 West End Poodle Party- Time for the Poodles to party. 11 a.m. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park 819 Donahue Street Time: W. E. Small Dog Play Hour 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. W. E. Poodle Party starts at 11 a.m.

February 12 th, Sunday, LOVE, 6th Street IMPROV Style
(Note: Show will probably sell out. Advanced ticket purchase highly recommended.)  A fabulous evening of laughter and poignant reflection on matters of the heart. 6th Street Improv takes audience suggestions and makes up delightful scenes, songs, and poetry on the spot. They even get a few audience members into the act. For a Valentine’s celebration you won’t soon forget, head on down to 6th Street and let us be your Funny Valentines! $14 Location: 6th Street Playhouse Time: 8 p.m.

Notice of Public Hearing- Preliminary Design Review to renovate the existing A St. and B St. entry ways of the S. R. Plaza, including facade improvements, pedestrian amenities and expanding the existing landscaping located at 1071 S. R. Plaza, File number DR12-005.

Notice of Zoning Pending Administrator Action: To The Point- Minor Conditional use permit to allow tattoo and body piercing use within and existing commerical building. Location: 1005 Cleveland Ave. ZA Notice 1005 Cleveland Ave

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

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What’s UP at the DeTurk Round Barn & Park?
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• Thursday, January 05th, 2012
Historic, unique and beautiful-  DeTurk Round Barn and Park is a special place in Santa Rosa, downtown and of course, the West End Neighborhood. Obviously the site has gone through a major transformation but do you really know what’s happening  at the DeTurk Round Barn & Park?

West End Neighborhood Meetings – are held in the DeTurk Round Barn. In the Spring and Fall, neighbors gather to meet, greet and learn about the latest West End news. Quite a stunning place to have a neighborhood meeting!

The West End' Meets at DeTurk Round Barn

New Classes offered at DeTurk Round Barn. Flying Crane Qigong will be offered through Santa Rosa Rec & Parks on Wednesdays at 10 am at the De Turk Round Barn.  This qigong class can be done sitting or standing and will increase flexibility, balance and stamina.    Instructor:  Aleta Drummond MD – practicing Psychiatrist and Medical Acupuncturist with over 20 years as a practitioner of yang style Tai Chi and other various Qigong forms.  Registration available immediately for first class! Weds 1/18-2/8 (4 weeks)  Class 62890  DeTurk Round Barn  18+  10:00-11:30am $46 S. R. residents. To register call 543-3737 or log on to santarosarec.com

DeTurk Class Information

Wondering about renting out the DeTurk Round Barn? It’s a spectacular site for events, meetings and seminars. For more information or to book, please contact Mickey Remy at 707-543-3285 or  rentdeturkroundbarn@srcity.org  The DeTurk Round Barn is open for public viewing most Thursdays from 3:00-5:00pm.  Please call 707-543-3285 to confirm a specific date.  De Turk Rental Rates    Event Photos

The West End Vintage Rose garden- in spite of being uprooted and spending several months in pots- our vintage roses were replanted in their new location. They spent this year re-establishing themselves- and have been under the loving care of our W. E. Rose Garden lady Gina Stateler-Calhoun. The rose garden is bound to be lush and incredible in the upcoming season.

"Georgetown" Rose

DeTurk Round Dog Park- Well used and well loved, the dog park is a social gathering place for neighbors and other dog loving residents. There  is a monthly Poodle Party and Pug Play day held at this great little park. Although the park has suffered with irrigation issues… S. R. Rec and Parks assures us that those have been fixed.   Peja- the Golden Retriever and owners Cherie and Jeremy Kemp live close to the park and cheerfully spend time keeping it in order.  We are fortunate that many dog park “regulars” dedicate themselves to caring for this lovely little jewel right in our own neighborhood.

Peja

Aren’t we lucky?

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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The Start of a New West End Year
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• Tuesday, January 03rd, 2012
Happy New Year!(… unless, of course, you think it’s your last year on earth !) The gorgeous weather is uplifting. No winter blahs- so go out and enjoy.

It’s here! The Bohemian’s New Year’s cover features the art of William Smith, artist/printmaker and West End resident. FYI-  William Smith is also a selected artist in the Sonoma Valley Museum of Arts upcoming show, “Undiscovered” the show runs January 14th- March 18th at  Sonoma Valley Museum of Art 551 Broadway Sonoma, CA 95476.

Art by William Smith

January 5th, Thursday- Wine Down with Amber Lee. Every Thursday, you can relax with friends, drink wine, eat and enjoy entertainment at D’Argenzio Winery. Location: Santa Rosa Vintner’s Square 1301 & 1305 Cleveland Ave. Time: 5:30- 9 p.m. Facebook

January 6th- January 22nd- The 39 Steps. Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy movel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have the 39 Steps- a fast paced thriller packed with nonstop laughs as four actors play more than 150 zany characters. Location: 6th Street Playhouse 52 W. 6th Street http://www.6thstreetplayhouse.com for showtimes and tickets.

January 7th, 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. For more info go to http://firstsaturdaycleanup.org Time: 10 a.m.

January 7th, Saturday- Prince Greenway walk with the Sierra Club Join longtime creek proponent Carol Vellutini on a 2-4 mile stroll along Santa Rosa Creek. Learn how the creek and neighborhoods have changed over the years. Carol’s dedication to creeks and the community have expanded public access and led to cleaner creeks. After the walk stick around for coffee and a snack at Railroad Square. Bring an umbrella for sprinkles of rain, heavy rain cancels. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED: Carol Vellutini at 546-6308 or carolvsr@sonic.net Location: Meet at the Charlie Brown statue in Railroad Square. Time: 10:00 AM – noon.

January 8th, Sunday- West End Poodle Party. Poodles of all sizes and colors meet up on the second Sunday of every month for the West End Poodle Party. All Poodles, Poodle fusions and Poodle friendly dogs are invited to attend… you can even bring your humans (but they must be well-behaved). Note: Park can have muddy conditions, rain will cancel event. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park 819 Donahue Street Time: 11 a.m. Facebook

Well behaved owners invited too.

Found Dog- This little guy was found Sunday night at Dutton and the Rodota trail (by Shell Station). Small Shih tzu type male, collar. Call Deborah Crippen If he is yours- 696-2734

Found Dog

Downtown New Year’s Eve sight-  Boback Emad’s “Whole Some” Laser show

Do you have a crime to report? Lost a pet? 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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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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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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