As summer rolls around, big blockbuster movies are on the horizon such as Independence Day – Resurgence, the Ghostbusters remake, and more. For nostalgia-sake I’m looking forward to Ghostbusters, what movie are you most looking forward to watching this summer?
Brendan Moran is a broker associate with The Moran Group at Keller Williams Realty. Neither he nor any company he’s affiliated with represented any of the parties or were directly involved in the transaction reported below. The source of information is Contra Costa Association of Realtors MLS. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
We usually like to show you homes that sold for less than what the seller was asking. It’s a good way to show that even in a tough market, there are still deals out there.
This is not one of those homes.
Address: 839 Avalon Ave, Lafayette
List Price: $998,000
Sold Price: $1,310,000
Days on Market: 10
Close of escrow: 5/17/16
This three bed, two bath home rancher tucked off School Street near downtown Lafayette sold for more than $300,000 over the list price. It was the first time on the market in 63 years for the 1548 sq ft home with a charming cottage feel (and only a 10,282 sq ft lot). As they say in real estate, location is everything!
Listing courtesy of Leslie Mills and Debra E. Smith, Coldwell Banker.
Downtown Pleasant Hill Shopping Center
Thanks to a reader for sending word (and photo below) that a new organic fast food joint called The Organic Coup is coming soon to the Downtown Pleasant Hill Shopping Center where Sinful Bliss Cupcakes used to be. According to Diablo Dish expect more locations to open in the Bay Area in the coming months. Check out their menu here.
From their website:
Every part of the Organic Coup’s business is built and inspired by our years working at Costco Wholesale. The philosophies learned at Costco have become our foundation at The Coup. We are a business filled with passionate people pushing for social change.
The Coup believes in food that is raised within the Organic USDA standards. These standards do not allow Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs), toxic chemicals and pesticides, or the use of antibiotics or added hormones in livestock. We believe in sustainability, not just for the quality of life today, but also for the future.
“Bicycle Watchers” bike rack, spotted in downtown Walnut Creek in front of Vineyard Vines.
Ruth Bancroft Garden
1552 Bancroft Rd, Walnut Creek
Friday, June 17th, 2016
5:00pm – 8:00pm | $25 admissionJoin us at the Ruth Bancroft Garden for Opening Night of our 22nd Annual Sculpture in the Garden. The Garden’s world-class collection of succulent and drought-tolerant plants provides a spectacular backdrop for artists to display their works. Discover classical to fanciful pieces of art around every bend in our outdoor gallery.
Meet many of the 45 artists exhibiting pieces this year.
Live Music by Derek Smith Steel Drum Duo. Food by United Bites food truck and local beer, wine, and soft drinks sold separately.
Spotted at the Walnut Creek Ike’s Love & Sandwiches shop. I thought this was curious as I have never encountered such an explanation before:
rather than secretly raise our prices, we want to be transparent with this new implementation process…
Wouldn’t raising prices be transparent? If a sandwich used to cost $9.95, and now it costs $10.45, wouldn’t that be transparent to me? After all, it’s on the menu. 🙂 This sign on the other hand…
Lafayette Reservoir
3849 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
Saturday, June 18th, 2016
10:00am – 1:00pm | $30A Dog Costume Competition and Parade to support Diablo Ballet’s
PEEK Outreach programs.Dog lovers of the world…PAWS and unite!
Dress up your pup and enter the dog Costume ComPAWtition and win amazing prizes or join us with or without your dog
in the PAWrade and walk the reservoir, visit with the vendors and have fun. All for a great cause!Guest Emcee:
Charly Kayle from the
“Andrew & Charly” Morning Show on 96.5 KOIT Radio.
Last month the Lafayette Juniors presented their annual kitchen tour to raise money for several charities and I have been highlighting some of the kitchens on the tour. This kitchen is located in the Hidden Oaks neighborhood of Lafayette and in addition to beautiful indoor spaces, features an incredible Cape Cod-esque outdoor patio and dining area as well as pool and hot tub. There is even a putting green! With trees providing plenty of shade this would be the perfect spot to enjoy a lobster roll while relaxing with friends and family.
From the Lafayette Juniors description:
The classic Cape Cod style home reflects the homeowners’ taste for Americana and love of the Fourth of July. Upon entering the kitchen one finds a wall display of a family American flag that was acquired by a great uncle who fought in World War II. The crisp white trim and moldings are complemented by sea-blue wall colors and Americana décor. This kitchen features a stunning deep blue wood painted kitchen island with striking white Carrara marble countertops. The white ceramic tile backsplash adds a subtle shine and contrast of textures. What the homeowners love most about this kitchen is the happy memories it evokes of past celebrations and the opportunity to create new memories with friends and family.
Photos of the pool and putting green after the jump…
Photo by Flickr user milkwhitegown
Science Cafe: Medical Marijuana:
Lafayette Library and Learning Center
3491 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
Wednesday, June 15th, 2016
7:00pm – 8:30pm | $10Science Cafe looks at the health benefits of medical marijuana. Its use in treating serious illness, managing chronic diseases and providing pain relief from chronic conditions. This panel discussion on medical cannabis (aka medical marijuana) features:
Uwe Blesching
Eloise Theisen, MSN, RN, AGPCNP-BCUwe Blesching is Editor-in-Chief of Healing Times magazine and author of several books including The Cannabis Health Index. Uwe is a regular contributor to Mind-Body-Medicine, and a medical journalist who focuses on cannabinoid medicine.
Eloise Theisen is a dedicated patient-focused nurse specializing in cancer, epilepsy, chronic pain, ALS, dementia, Alzheimers, Parkinson, PTSD, fibromyalgia, and various auto-immune and neurological diseases. Eloise is an American Cannabis Nurses Association board member. In 2014, she started Green Health Consultants (GHC), a clinic providing patients with consulting to safely and effectively use cannabinoids to manage health conditions.
Steve DeAngelo has had to cancel his appearance due to a personal emergency. His book, The Cannabis Manifesto, will be available for purchase.
