Schedule: Get Ready For #Petaluma’s American Graffiti Cruisin’ On The Boulevard

An annual Salute to American Graffiti honors George Lucas’ timeless, coming-of-age film, American Graffiti, most of which was filmed in Petaluma in the early summer of 1972. Grab your favorite squeeze, jump into your hot rod, candy-colored screamin’ machine or the family car for that matter, and cruise on back to the “happy days” of the ‘50s and ‘60s.

Here is our video playlist from last year’s event:

Here is the 2015 Schedule:

American Graffiti-2Friday, May 15, 2015

  • 11–4:30 pm: 4th Annual Customer Appreciation Day – with giveaways, free hot dogs and sodas
    Larson Racing Products 345 Lakeview St Petaluma
  • 4 – 8 pm: Cruise-in Social with music from XERB Radio Broadcasting on FM 88.1. There will be reserved parking for 1975 and older American vehicles. American Graffiti collectibles will be available
  • 4 – 8 pm: Come meet the folks from the American Graffiti Tribute Team as they bring back the memories of the movie
  • 4 – 7 pm: Come visit with the movie stars. This year, Candy Clark, Bo Hopkins, and Lynne Stewart will be joining us.
  • 6:30 pm: Presentation of the Henry Travers & Rich Poremba Scholarships to local students

 

Candy Clark Start In American GraffitiSaturday, May 16, 2015

  • 8:30 am: XERB – Tune your radio to XERB – 88.1FM – DiscJockey and Petaluma Mayor, David Glass, will be hitting the microphone with some great old tunes.
  • 8:30 am – 8 pm: Cruiser Retail opens – Get all your American Graffiti merchandise
  • 10 am to 1 pm: Cub Scouts Pinewood Derby, Theater Square, C & 2nd Sts
    New in 2015, The Cub Scouts have opened their track pinewood derby car and race it against other cars for trophies.
  • 10 am to 7 pm: Visit with the movie stars from American Graffiti. Candy Clark, Bo Hopkins, and Lynne Stewart will be glad to see you and sign some pictures for you
  • American Graffiti Panning Photo10 am to 4 pm: Stop by the American Graffiti Display on the corner of Western Ave and Kentucky St. There you will see and meet cars. You will also see a few of the cars and their owners that were featured in the movie.
  • 2 – 5 pm: Opening day for the Petaluma’s Farmers Market, Walnut Park, 4th & D St. Enjoy farm fresh produce from some of Petaluma’s local farms
  • 2:30 – 4:30 pm: Meet the famous local Clo the Cow and have your pictures taken with her, she’s simply MOOvelous.
  • American Graffiti-924-8 pm: Cruise Starts – They’re bringing back the good times you remember from your high school days when the roar of 400 plus classic cars start their engines and take to the streets to do what they were made to do, Cruise the Boulevard.Where to Watch the Cruise: Perhaps the best place to watch the cruise will be along Petaluma Blvd, south of B Street all the way down to the turn-around circle right before the river bridge. Grab you chair, a picnic basket, something to drink, your portable radio (tuned to 88.1fm) and if necessary, jackets and a blanket. Find a spot to watch the action. Be sure to wave and give the thumbs up to all the cruisers.

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Chow does excellent video with Jeremiah “Jere” Gettle owner #Petaluma Seed Bank

Petaluma Seed BankChow recently released a very informative video interview with Jeremiah “Jere” Gettle founder and owner of Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds including why he chose to expand his business to Petaluma, California.

 

 

 

VIDEO: The Bohemian Interviews “J.J.” at Petaluma Hills Brewing

Petaluma Hill Brewing Company Is A Family Run BusinessStett Holbrook editor (owner/founder) of The Bohemian in Petaluma, California interviews JJ owner and brewmaster of Petaluma Hills Brewing Company on a segment they call “The Bohemian Life” that is a new video series that had its first debut this month. This is a Petaluma business run by a Petaluman family, and the video does a great job capturing and telling their story.

Also see the excellent write up in the Bohemian, Malt in the Family Petaluma Hills carves out niche in Petaluma beer barrio BY

Also check out our previous posts where JJ gives advise to Home Brewers in 5 Tips For Homebrewers Entering The Sonoma County Home Brewer’s Competition.

Also you may be interested in a recent interview with Ken Weaver author of Northern California Craft Beer Guide and editor of ‘All About Beer’ Magazine called “I Drink Beer For A Living”: An Interview with Petaluma’s Ken Weaver

VIDEO/PHOTOS: Winner’s of the Great Petaluma Chili Cook-Off

It was an honor to be a chili judge at this year’s event. We produced this short video highlighting the day to share with you, and photos and videos of this year’s winners.

And now for photos and videos of this year’s winners

Most Spirited Team
Sax’s JointSax Joint Wins Most Spirited Team For 2015 Great Petaluma Chili Cook-Off

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What’s Happening In #Petaluma This Week? May 9 – May 16

Spring Library Book Sale – May 8-16: For info call 763-9801. Petaluma Regional Library, 100 Fairgrounds Drive.

lh-7-thLiving History Day at the Petaluma Adobe – Sat., May 9, 10am-4pm: History comes alive as volunteers recreate life in 1840s Mexican-era California. $3 for adults 17 & older. www.petalumaadobe.com 3325 Adobe Road. 762-4871.

PARTY1SOpening Day on the River – Sat., May 9, 10-4: Meet at the Turning Basin to demo kayaks & SUPs and more. Call 766- 8070 or visit: www.clavey.com

PoetsPanel_SlideThe Poetry of Harold Norse – Sat., May 9, 1:30pm: Reading features the book’s editor, Todd Swindell, and renowned SF poets Neeli Cherkovski and A.D. Winans. Free. 762-0563. www.copperfieldbooks.com

PetalumaChili15Great Petaluma Chili Cook-off, Salsa & Beer Tasting – Sat., May 9, 1-5pm: Sample different kinds of chili and salsa made by the best chili and salsa chefs in the Bay Area. Rain or shine. Marin-Sonoma Fairgrounds. www.greatchilicookoff.com

Boating at the Barn – Sundays, 10am-1pm: Pick a rowboat, canoe, kayak or sailboat. River Heritage Center in Steamer Landing Park. Call 769-0910 for information.

Petaluma Live! Open Nic Night (See featured photo above for details) – Sun., May 10, 6-9pm: Free For information, call 762-9785

Petaluma East Side Farmers marketEast-Side Farmers’ Market – Tuesdays, 10am-1:30pm: Year-round, rain or shine! Petaluma Community Center Parking Lot, 320 N. McDowell Blvd. 415-999-5635. www.communityfarmersmarkets.com

pulp-fiction-gunsPetaluma Cinema Series – Wed., May 13: Screening of “Pulp Fiction.” Pre-film lecture 6pm; Film 7pm; Post-film discussion til 10pm. SRJC Petaluma Campus, 680 Sonoma Mountain Parkway.download

Salute to American Graffiti – May 14-16: 10th Anniversary! See website for full list of events & activities happening in Petaluma.

Here is Petaluma Pete’s video introducing the Petaluma Sock Hop May 14.

#Petaluma Police K-9 Basko Bounces Another Bad Boy

                      Photo'd Officer Corie Joerger and K-9 Basko

 

According the Petaluma Police Department, Officer Corie Joerger has been a K-9 handler with PPD since 2009 and was named “2014 Petaluma Police Officer of the Year” partly due to her team work with Basko which resulted in the seizure of 4 pounds of methamphetamine, 1 pound of cocaine, 10 pounds of marijuana and over $275,000 in cash in 2013.

As reported in a press release yesterday evening this incident happened on Wednesday May 6, 2015.

On 5/6/2015 at approximately 3:32 PM, K-9 Officer Corie Joerger was patrolling in the 800 block of Petaluma Blvd. North.  Officer Joerger observed Shane Kee, riding his bicycle towards her vehicle.  Officer Joerger was aware Kee was a wanted felon and currently had 3 outstanding arrest warrants for his arrest. Officer Joerger was also aware Kee has been arrested in the past for weapons violations.  Kee had fled from Petaluma officers on May 5, 2015, the previous evening and eluded arrest.

Officer Joerger stopped her vehicle and ordered Kee to stop.  Kee immediately fled from Officer Joerger.  Officer Joerger pursued Kee into a parking lot, where he dropped his bicycle and continued fleeing on foot.  Kee ran toward the rear of the parking lot, out of Officer Joerger’s view.  Based on Kee’s warrants and his history of weapons charges, K-9 Officer Joerger removed her canine partner “Basko” from her vehicle to search for Kee.  “Basko” located Kee hiding under a truck in the rear of the parking lot, concealing his hands.  K-9 Officer Joerger ordered Kee several times to show his hands and surrender, Kee refused.  Officer Joerger was forced to use “Basko” to assist in the apprehension of Kee. 

Kee received medical treatment for minor injuries he received during his arrest.  Kee was later booked into Sonoma County Jail for 3 outstanding arrest warrants and resisting arrest.  Kee is being held on a No Bail hold.

Good job to Officer Joreger and Basko!

KRON 4 Picks Up Report Also UPDATE: Police Aided By K-9 In Apprehension Of Wanted Suspect; By Joelle BurnettePublished:

 

KSRO Radio Interviews Sunday and Porter Great #Petaluma Chili Cookoff

Steve Jaxon radio broadcaster for KSRO interviewed Petaluma’s Laura Sunday and Houston Porter.  Sunday tells how the Great Petaluma Chili Cookoff started and Porter, a Positively Petaluma contributor, will be supervising the event from oversees.  During the interview they tasted some chili from a few contestants – you will have to watch to video to find out. Also they announce the “Golden Ticket” that will go to the Grand Champion this year.

It’s Easy! Feed Needy #Petaluma Families By Setting Food By Your Mailbox Saturday May 9

Helping others in Petaluma hasn’t been easier than this.  Stamp Out Hunger is the largest single-day food drive in the nation. Petaluma USPS Letter Carriers will collect non-perishable food from the people/companies on their routes. This food will go to the Petaluma Salvation Army who distributes more than six tons of food per month to the needy in our community!

Donations have been down, but needs are higher than ever before. We are absolutely dependent upon the support of our community to help Petalumans in need. YOU can make a difference!

Please (right now before you forget) set a reminder in your online calendar, phone, or just ask your mother to remind you to set food out by your mailbox on the morning of Saturday, May 9th. And better yet, why not put the bag together the day before and have it by your door as a reminder?

Though all non-perishable food is welcome (no glass or expired food please), this is what is most needed:

  • Canned Meat (Tuna, Chicken, etc.)
  • Peanut Butter 
  • Soups & Stews
  • Cereals
  • Dry Beans
  • Dry Pasta
  • Pasta Sauce
  • Dry Milk
  • Canned Fruit
  •  Snack Foods (Things like trail mixes, popcorn, healthy snacks, etc.)

Please also see our previous post Help Feed Families In #Petaluma: Volunteer this weekend for Letter Carrier Food Drive. Here is a quick video about the program.


Thank you for helping to feed the hungry in OUR community…The Petaluma Salvation Army Advisory Board

For questions please contact [email protected] or 707.769.0716

City of #Petaluma Declares May 2015 “Health Care District Month”

Photo: Back row (from left to right): Suzanne Cochrane, PHCD Executive Assistant/Board Clerk; Elece Hempel, PHCD Board President; Front row (from left to right): Andrew Koblick, PHCD Controller; Ramona Faith, PHCD CEO; Tami Bender, Lifeline of the North Bay Home Service Representative, Healthquest Instructor and HeartSafe Community Lead Role; Tina Deason, Healthquest Coordinator and Instructor; Maria Larsen, Lifeline of the North Bay and Healthquest Program Manager

City Council Vote Pays Tribute to Petaluma Health Care District’s Work and Promotion of Health Care Awareness and Options in the Community

Petaluma Health Care District logoPETALUMA, Calif., May 5, 2015 – Petaluma Health Care District (PHCD) is pleased to announce that the Petaluma City Council voted last night to declare May 2015 as Health Care District Month. This declaration recognizes the essential role PHCD plays in Southern Sonoma County and the importance of creating and promoting health and wellness programs, services and initiatives that contribute to the health and vitality of the community.

Photo by BETH SCHLANKER/ The Press Democrat
Photo by BETH SCHLANKER/ The Press Democrat

In celebration of Health Care District Month, PHCD has formally launched its new website, www.phcd.org, and released its 2014 Annual Report, providing easy-to-access information and resources pertaining to its many community health programs and services. Throughout May, PHCD will be present at various local events, educating Southern Sonoma County residents on the district’s role in the community, including how to access its services and programs. These events include the Petaluma Kids Gran Fondo race, the Tuesday East Side Farmers’ Market on May 26 and the Saturday West Side Farmers’ Market on May 30. PHCD will culminate this month-long celebration with a breakfast in appreciation of its community partners. PHCD will also share information throughout the month on social media via its Facebook page.

From PHCD Website Lifeline Emergency Response
From PHCD Website Lifeline Emergency Response

“It’s an honor to receive this formal recognition, which we see as a platform to prompt awareness of the fact that we are here every day advocating for the health and well-being of our community. PHCD has a multitude of offerings and benefits related to community health, education, partnering efforts, and emergency and acute care services, as well as programs in place for our residents to access,” said PHCD CEO Ramona Faith. “Our belief is that good health is a state of complete physical, mental and societal well-being and not merely the absence of disease – and it takes a dedicated collaborative effort in today’s world to keep people educated on healthy habits and choices, as well as to provide access to high-quality medical care.”

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Help Feed Families In #Petaluma: Volunteer this weekend for Letter Carrier Food Drive

Salvation Army LogoThe Letter Carrier Food Drive is the largest single-day food drive in the nation.  They need your help.  After the USPS letter carriers pick up the food it needs to be restocked on the shelves of the Petaluma Salvation Army food pantry.  This program is entirely dependent on community support.  It also accounts for half of all the food donated to Petaluma families throughout the year.

Please come by the Petaluma Salvation Army Headquarters located at 721 South McDowell Blvd. (cross street is Caulfield) on Saturday May 9 from 4PM to 7PM.  Dinner will be provided for the volunteers.

Please RSVP to [email protected] or call (707) 769-0716