What’s new on the “Petaloo”
Hello Again River Friends,
Happy Summer Solstice to everyone! Today we celebrate the longest day of the year and the beginning of summer. According to experts connecting with nature has proven to be a necessary element for a happy and healthy life. Here are some of the ways we do it with “Friends”.

News and Events

Mass :
The second “Nautical Mass” launched last Friday for a trip to the turning Basin for “Jazz on the Deck”. In keeping with the unstructured nature of the event there was a staggered start from the Petaluma Marina with paddlers and rowers departing in waves around the 6PM launch time.

A few of the participants assembled at the turning basin docks for a photo then split to enjoy music and dinner in town. The trip back on twilight waters was a magical for many of us. The next Nautical Mass is July 21 st.

Mess :
The Family “Mess About in Boats” held on Father’s Day Sunday was enjoyed by several families and was truly a mess, as low tide inspired the younger participants to “mess about” in the mud during our picnic at Shollenberger Park (attached movie clips on RealPlayer). All of the mud soon washed off and was later replaced by ice cream drippings as many of the participants met afterward at 4 th & Sea in Petaluma for cones and malts.

Meetings :
Here’s a follow up reminder about the Park and Rec. meeting tonight .
The Petaluma Park and Recreation Commission meeting this Wed. 6/21 7PM at City Hall (11 English St). on the agenda are several important items; ones that could improve the quality of life along the river for years to come.

Those of you unable to attend the meeting in person you can watch the live broadcast on Petaluma Community Access channel 28 . The documents for this meeting and footage for the 6/21 proceedings are also available online.
Friends of the Petaluma River is planning to hold public meetings beginning in July; to socialize and update members on our activities. We also want to provide more ways for people to get involved in our programs and present volunteer opportunities. These meetings promise to be fun and informative. Stay tuned for future announcements on time and place.

Membership : the river wants you for a Friend
There is still time to become a “Charter Member” of Friends . This privilege is limited to the first 100 people to join. We are definitely gaining momentum as more folks are sending in membership donations. If you have not joined us yet please download the “Reply ‘ form from our website and mail it in today; then tell a friend about “Friends”.

Press on :
Today’s Petaluma Argus Courier had a special update on river related activities. It began by mentioning the Tidings and our byline “what’s new on the Petaloo? It should be posted online soon at www.arguscourier.com .

Cheers,
Dave Yearsley - Executive Director
Friends of the Petaluma River
Celebrate and Conserve

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