It’s a sensational summer and a busy one too! So much to do…. the hardest part is figuring out how to fit it all in. Luckily all the great events are actually in or close to home.
West End and Railroad Square:
Every Friday at 6 p.m.- West End Summer Bocce. Relax on Friday nights at DeMeo Park. Friends and neighbors visit, grill, share potluck delights and play bocce. Family friendly. Well behaved dogs are welcomed. No glass at park please. Season ends September 26th. Location: DeMeo Park 610 Polk St.
Relax at DeMeo Park on Friday Nights
Every Sunday 10 a.m. to 2p.m.- West End Farmers Market. This Sunday, meet The Veggie Queen, Jill Nussinow– a vegetarian, vegan, author and pressure cooking expert. She will present a cooking demonstration from 10:30 to 1 pm featuring Sensational Summer Vegetables, using vegetables fresh from the market . Location: Donahue Street between W. 9th & W. 8th St.
WEFM- It’s a happy place
August 15th, Friday- 2014 West End Summer Movie Nights The Neverending Story. Friday nights at the DeTurk Round Barn. Bring a blanket, warm clothes and friends. Free popcorn. All movies start at Dark. Questions? Email Paul or Veronica at jordanpoling@gmail.com Location: DeTurk Round Barn Park
Fridays and Saturdays until August 23rd at 8 p.m. Shakespeare in the Cannery Shakespeare under the summer night sky at the former California Packing Company’s Plant No. 5. West Ender Alan Kaplan is Friar Laurence. Truly a landmark event. TICKETS General Admission $25, $5 discount for bike riders. Pedestrian and ADA Parking Entry through Sixth Street Playhouse Parking Lot at 52 W. 6th Street. NO parking in the 6th St. Lot Location: 3 W. 3rd St.
August 16th, Saturday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.- So. Co. Wine & Swine Enjoy locally sourced pork & wine, home grown music, shopping and art in Historic Railroad Square. Bands include The Easy Leaves, The Sam Chase, Misisipi Mike and the Midnite Gamblers and Sally Haggard. The 10th Annual Railroad Square 2 day sidewalk sale is teaming up with the event on Saturday and will continue on Sunday. Free. Location: Historic Railroad Square
Sunday, August 17th at 1:00 PM- 5:00 PM Jack Leissring Studio A unique inventory of works range from the 1600´s to present day. The collection contains 270 pieces of sculpture, ranging in size from small to monumental, approximately 6000 paintings, drawings, etchings, lithographs and other works on paper. Location: 622 Davis Street
Jack Leissring Studio
Aug 22th- Sept 14th– Funny Girl- Her career spanned from comedienne to Vaudeville star. In The Ziegfeld Follies, in Hollywood films and on the radio, Fanny Brice was one of the most celebrated entertainers of her time. This show is her story. The West End’s own Laura McGinnis is featured in the role, “Emma”. Location: 6th St. Playhouse, G.K. Hardt Theatre
Other Areas:
August 17th, Sunday at 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.- So. Co. Bicycle Coalition’s Bike Expo The Bike Expo is a free celebration of bikes, cycling, food, family & fun! Location: On 5th St. between Mendocino and B St.]
August 17th, Sunday at 4-8pm– Block Party and Beer Bash! Join So. Co. Museum for its Block Party Fundraiser that will include live music, a silent auction, barbecue, and beer and wine tasting. There will be several beer and wine vendors including 21st Amendment, Lagunitas and North Coast Brewing Companies. A 21+ event. Location: Sonoma County Museum, 425 Seventh Street
August 27th, September 24th, October 22nd at 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. -Open Mic Night & Group Beginning Guitar Lessons Meet for an evening of learning, performing and showing off. Family friendly, a good summer evening pastime. 6- 6:45 p.m.: Group beginning guitar lessons. 7-9 p.m. Open Mic. Art performers of all skill levels are welcome. Not a performer? Enjoy the evening as a supportive audience. $5/person at the door ($20/family up to 6) www.santarosarec.com Location: Historic Church of One Tree 492 Sonoma Ave.
Next month: September 13th 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.- DeMeo Park Clean Up– The West End Neighborhood joins forces with the Park A Month Volunteer program. Hand tools will be provided on-site by City of SR staff, but you are also welcome to bring your own tools. Don’t forget a hat/sunscreen, gloves and water. Location: DeMeo Park 610 Polk St.(Add volunteer sign up when available)
Let’s clean up DeMeo Park!
Local Success- The West End Neighborhood Association sponsors are West End resident owned or West End/Railroad Square area businesses. As sponsors, they support our neighborhood activities and events. As loyal customers we help their businesses prosper. That’s micro-local success!
Heritage Public House is a West End Neighborhood Sponsor.
The West End Neighborhood, home of the West End Farmers Market where urban-ism, preservation, art and people come together. For the latest updates, calendar of events and photos go to srwestend.com
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