Shollenberger Shindig 4 Round-up!

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 side step environmental concerns and negative impacts on the Petaluma River or the community in general. Joan Cooper, coordinator of the Shollenberger Shindig 4 spoke briefly and thanked all of the volunteers and supporters.

Lucy Kortum guest of honor, wife and lifetime activist partner to Bill Kortum, a great leader in saving our environment, and protecting the California Coast. "Never Give Up" a theme Bill often used will be engraved on the Friends of Shollenberger bench.

We would like to thank all of the amazing volunteers. Kaye Chandler for her organizational skills and coordination of the set up. Mom's for Clean Air greeted everyone upon arrival. Lorna Johnson rounded up a very talented group of volunteers. Kitty Doyle coordinated the dinner and catering. Mimi Lang organized the Silent Auction, Jason Davies master of ceremonies, Greg Reisinger financial accountant, David Nichol poster design and Kaye Chandler graphics, and Susan Villa homegrown flowers. Jemetha Cosgrove and Ben Ventura for promotion. We also thank our underwriters who donated generously to ensure the success of the event and to protect the future of our wetlands: Outwest Garage, CamelBak, Azure Properties, Chroma Graphics, O.W.L. Foundation, Lisa and Chris Dobson, Shirley and Jerry Engel.

And a grand thank you to Lagunitas Brewery and their able staff Nina, Lenka, and Carolyn.



Larry Potts, Bob Johns, Steve Della Maggiora perform Larry's original song: "Close To Home" at the Shollenberger Shindig 4 on Feb. 3, 2015.

Inspires us all to work together to save our park from pollution and degradation of the Dutra asphalt factory.

 It's so inspiring to hear his lyrics and sentiment about our home here in Petaluma and how we all have to work together to save it.



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