155 Railroad, Danville
Life is Sweet Bakery & Cafe, which we learned in May would be opening in Danville is opening today according to their website. Check out their menu, which features gluten-free items, here.
1280 Boulevard Way, Walnut Creek
A new appointment-only barbershop called The Salty Barber opened in Walnut Creek. Check out their services here. In the back is a salon called Tonic Skin Bar. Check out their services here.
From the Salty Barber website:
The Salty Barber, Wes Craig, has been a traditional barber in the Bay Area for nearly ten years.
Trained in the ways of classic traditional barbering, Wes is passionate about keeping the heritage and history of the craft alive. He even went as far as the Netherlands to train at the Old School Barber Academy.
Wes specializes in Classic Traditional Men’s haircuts as well as popular current styles.
From the Tonic Skin Bar website:
Now, after 15 years working as an Esthetician and Skin Care Educator with some of the top spas and skin care brands in the country, Andrea has poured her heart into creating a unique destination close to home. Drawing inspiration from 5-star spas where no detail is overlooked and every experience is bespoke, her vision was to integrate traditional healing rituals with modern skin care innovations in an authentic and accessible way…
Rodgers Ranch Heritage Center
315 Cortsen Rd, Pleasant Hill
Thursday, July 19th, 2018
6:00 – 8:00pm | $25Are you curious about aquaponics? Learn about this home-scaled method of growing fish and plants in one integrated system. Samanntha will introduce aquaponics through Power Point presentation and a discussion of common questions. Components from a variety of systems will be on hand for a greater understanding of the equipment. We will cover fish choices, which plants do best, and system size requirements for small scale food production.
150 Hartz Avenue, Danville
The Chinese restaurant Wonderland, which opened last year in Danville, is closing within the next few weeks. Their San Francisco location will remain open and stay tuned for a new Chinese restaurant called Nanking Bistro that will be opening here….
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
At the beginning of the year we learned that a Peloton cycling showroom would be coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek and they have now opened, this being their third Bay Area location. For about $2,000 you get a stationary bike and for about $40/month you get access to on-demand and live classes. I took a test ride and was impressed with both the bike (smooth!) and the classes displayed on a giant tablet. There are plenty of class styles and times to fit one’s schedule and goals. Check out their schedule here. The bike/service also tracks performance metrics which can be used to compare to others if desired. According to someone I spoke they’re also planning on introducing a treadmill in a couple of months which will also be available at this showroom. Check out their website here.
Embarcadero Plaza
San Francisco
Saturday, July 14th, 2018
10:00am – 7:00pm | FreeJoin us to celebrate Bastille Day and discover with your family & friends the best of the French-American community!
FRENCH FOOD
LIVE MUSIC
OUTDOOR BISTRO WITH
WINE & BEER
VINTAGE CAR SHOW
PÉTANQUE
KIDS PLAYGROUND
GUIDED VISITS
COURSE GARÇONS DE CAFÉ
The Veranda, Concord
What would a shopping mall be in 2018 without a poke restaurant? Thankfully we won’t have to find out as Poke Origin is opening soon in the Veranda shopping center in Concord.
Photo by Flickr user jacme31
Considering today is Friday the 13th, I’ve been thinking about superstitions and how I used to avoid black cats crossing a road. What superstitions do you believe in?
Lindsay Wildlife Experience
1931 1st Ave, Walnut Creek
Saturday, July 21st, 2018
10:00 – 11:00am | $15 (free for members)We will explore the gentler side of some of the most misunderstood animals in the wild. Meet an alligator, tarantula, monitor lizard, and others! Learn the significant and important roles these animals play in the diversity of nature. Bust myths about these toothy creatures, and gain a new appreciation for “creepy” creatures!
Park & Shop, Concord
Casa del Alfajor Rico Pan Bakery opened recently in the Park & Shop shopping center in Concord where Bonjour Bakery & Cafe used to be. I liked how they reused the Bakery & Cafe signage. Has anyone had a chance to try the alfajors? How do they compare to Sabores del Sur in Walnut Creek?
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