261 Lafayette Circle, Lafayette
J. Colleen Boutique has closed in Lafayette. They had been at this location for a couple of years. According to their Facebook page, the owner Julie Rubio will be making a movie called “ONE”. Check out her IMDB page here.
Lafayette Reservoir
3849 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
Saturday, May 14th, 2016
11:00am – 3:00pm | FreeEntertainment includes…
The Big Band of Rossmoor
Acalanes High School Band
Stanley Middle School symphonic Orchestra
Bentley School Band
Westlake Middle School Band (Oakland)
Town Hall Theater Troupe
Lamorinda Theatre Academy.This annual concert raises money to support the local school music programs as well as other Rotary-sponsored programs.
Though the stage is a short walk from the parking area, the Rotary Club will be providing golf cart transportation to and from the stage for those who may desire it. Public restrooms and a children’s play area are nearby, and parking is certainly available for $7 all day or at metered parking.
Raffle tickets will be available for purchase to win great prizes including weekend getaways.
1444 N. California Blvd, Walnut Creek
The iconic baseball bat door handles may be gone, but according to the Bay Area Newsgroup the restaurant MoMo’s, located next to AT&T Park in San Francisco is opening a second location in downtown Walnut Creek where McCovey’s used to be. Slater’s 50/50 was supposed to open here but that obviously fell through. Check out MoMo’s menus here.
From their website:
MoMo’s opened in 1998 and was so named in memory of our proprietor’s grandmother and mentor, whom he affectionately called MoMo. Located on the lively South of Market waterfront, we pride ourselves on offering a true San Francisco experience.
From an abundance of outdoor seating to a privileged view of AT&T Ballpark, we enjoy unique and distinct features that set us apart. Whether you choose to eat in our comfortable yet sophisticated dining room, outside on the patio or sitting at our famous bar, we provide high quality food and service throughout.
Come see for yourself why MoMo’s has become a San Francisco icon. MoMo’s is part of the Golden Bear Restaurant Corporation.
Sunvalley Shopping Center, Concord
The food court in Sunvalley Shopping Center in Concord reopened recently and right nearby one can see the giant signs for Round 1 Bowling & Amusement. According to the Round One’s Sunvalley employment page, there will be video games, bowling, and karaoke. Sounds fun! Based on the alcoholic beverage sign above it looks like they will also offer beer and food.
Although the sign says “opening summer 2016” when I peeked inside it didn’t look close to being done.
Big Room Theater at Mighty Fine Guitars
81 Lafayette Cir, Lafayette
Saturday, May 14th, 2016
8:00 PM | $15 – $20Since moving to Portland, Oregon in 2002, Jamie Stillway has quietly been making her mark in the world of fingerstyle guitar. She has toured nationally and internationally, received an endorsement from Stevens Custom Guitars of Munich, and has become an in-demand instructor; teaching at the Healdsburg Guitar Festival, California Coast Music Camp, and Puget Sound Guitar Workshop. She has self-released 3 albums of original compositions, and her style of playing has brought comparisons to Leo Kottke, Django Reinhardt, Bill Frisell, Rev. Gary Davis and more. Her most recent release is a collection of solo compositions recorded live at Portland’s Secret Society Studios.
1496 Newell Ave, Walnut Creek
Starbucks is the first store to open in the new Agora apartment complex in downtown Walnut Creek on Newell Ave. Around the corner California Pizza Kitchen will eventually be opening and located diagonally across is Pacific Bay Coffee Co.
The first person who lists all downtown Walnut Creek Starbucks locations (including those within other stores) gets a free BtC t-shirt.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
The men’s shoe store Allen Edmonds, which we learned would be coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek last October, is getting ready to open soon as you can see by the newly revealed storefront signage. This is one of the last locations remaining to open in the newly developed front section. (Nespresso is the other remaining spot opening soon). Then there is the backside of Broadway Plaza with a whole new slew of stores getting ready to open over the summer.
Find out more about Allen Edmonds on their website here.
Family Arts Festival:
Shadelands Art Center / Civic Park Studios
Walnut Creek
Saturday, May 7th, 2016
10:00am – 2:00pm | FreeIt’s raining, but don’t worry! We’ve moved all of our wonderful activities inside.
We invite all youth and adults to make, create and explore at our Family Arts Festival! This event features activities for all ages, including live demos, art-making stations, vendors and music. Join us, it’s FREE and OPEN to the public!
SHADELANDS (111 N. Wiget Lane, Walnut Creek)
In addition to the art-making stations, enjoy music, vendors and a community art sale, make a baseball pennant or jersey with the Bedford Gallery, munch on popcorn, lunch at Street Dogs Food Truck, let the kids enjoy the bounce house and view our Youth Art Exhibition on display at the Shadelands Art Center.Open Studio and Demonstration Schedule @ Shadelands
• Printmaking Studio (All Day)
• Anime and Cartooning Studio (All Day)
• Glass Making Demonstration (All Day)
• Calligraphy Studio (10:00am to 12:00pm)
• Mixed Media Collage Studio (12:00pm to 1:30pm)CIVIC PARK (1365 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek)
Head over to Civic Park Studios to watch a LIVE throwing demonstration with Studio Manager Gregory Byard, a handbuilding studio with Rana Nassar and more!Attendants who visit both locations will be entered to win a tote bag full of goodies!
Danville Livery
Although the gourmet chocolate shop Pieces of Chocolate closed back in January in Danville Livery, they have relocated to Napa Valley and now offer a monthly club membership. Find out more on their website here.
From their Facebook page:
It was the hardest decision to make for a business owner, moving from brick and mortar to online sales. #piecesofchocolate has closed the doors to our #danville location and moved the operation straight to #napavalley.
Chef Barnes and Noelia would like to thank all of our loyal customers, dear friends and business partners for years of support and love. This is not the end of #piecesofchocolate, only a new beginning in the heart of America’s #winecountry. Thank you, Danville!
Thsi week we learned that “farm to table” restaurant Urban Plates is opening this month in Pleasant Hill. True Food Kitchen is opening this summer in Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek. Tender Greens has been open for several years in downtown Walnut Creek. What is your favorite “farm to table” restaurant that focuses on locally sourced ingredients? Which restaurant are you most looking forward to opening?