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Shollenberger Park Community Bench

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Dear Friends of Shollenberger, We are ready to start construction on the Community Bench to be located on the south path of Shollenberger Park – all we need is your support. Join us in building a commemorative bench at Shollenberger - and to stand strong to protect Petaluma's Open Space. The bench is a symbol of all the hard work and determination that you the Community have mustered to say "YES!" to our park, our river, our health, and our local treasures, and to say "NO!" to an asphalt factory on the banks of the Petaluma River, at the Gateway to Petaluma and Sonoma County, right in the 100 year Flood Plain. . This 8’ foot old growth redwood bench will be built by Heritage Salvage as a gift to our community. Your donation will help pay for its installation. A donation of $100 will be recognized by inscribing your name, loved one’s name(s) on donor bricks that will surround the pad supporting the bench. We have received donations from about 15 citizens, cor

Shollenberger Shindig 4 Round-up!

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Shollenberger Shindig 4 was held at Lagunitas on February 3 was an event enjoyed by all. With lively music by Larry Potts and Friends greeting the attendees to world class jazz with the Tracy Rose Quartet.The guests enjoyed Preferred Sonoma Caterers award winning vegetarian chile. Delicious cookies and generously donated Three Twins ice cream capped off what was a perfect evening under a full moon. Mayor David Glass welcomed everyone and talked about how Petaluma City Council joined Friends of Shollenberger coalition in working to prevent an asphalt plant from as the landmark and unwelcoming gateway to Petaluma and Sonoma County. Mayor Glass's speech was followed by David Keller who presented the group with an overview how Dutra Asphalt Company must meet stringent regulations before any asphalt can ever be produced on this pristine piece of property. Friends of Shollenberger is dedicated to ensure that ALL regulations and mandatory requirements are met. Dutra will not be allowed to

SHOLLENBERGER SHINDIG 4

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SHOLLENBERGER SHINDIG 4

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SAVE THE DATE! FEB 3 2015  TUESDAY   5:30- 8:30 PM SHOLLENBERGER SHINDIG 4 A Benefit for Friends of Shollenberger  (O.W.L. Foundation) fund to protect our park TIME TO PARTY FOR THE PARK AGAIN & AGAIN! WE WILL NOT QUIT PROTECTING OUR PARK! JOIN US: LAGUNITAS BEER GARDEN Lagunitas Brewing Company 1280 N. McDDowell Boulevard Petaluma, CA 94954 http://lagunitas.com/brewery/ Artisan beer for purchase benefits FOS Light supper gratis Silent Auction with art & wine Music: Larry Potts & Friends AND The Tracy Rose Quartet  Dancing  -  Conversation -  Update on the Dutra factory TICKETS: $25 ADVANCE PURCHASE starting Jan 15, 2015 saveshollenberger.com The Mail Depot BUY TICKETS AT THE DOOR DOORS OPEN 5:30 PM (Children under 16 free)