1633 Bonanza St, Walnut Creek
A new ramen and yakitori restaurant called Ramen Hiroshi will be opening the beginning of November in downtown Walnut Creek where 310 Eatery used to be on Bonanza St. Since they don’t have their alcohol license yet they’re starting with ramen initially with plans to add yakitori later on. The owner mentioned one of my favorite South Bay ramen spots Orenchi from Santa Clara so I’m very hopeful!
Broadway Plaza
Last month we learned that the women’s sports clothing store Athleta would be opening next to Starbucks and the Tesla showroom in Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek and the signage is up now and they will be opening on October 21st. Athleta is owned by GAP.
Considering that the previous store Bracciale closed only a couple of weeks ago I think this is the fastest I’ve ever seen a new store open up!
100 Places, 100 Faces – Community Art Project:
Walnut Creek Library
1644 N Broadway, Walnut Creek
Saturday, October 11th, 2014
10:00am – 12:00pm | FreeIn honor of Walnut Creek’s 100th anniversary, the Walnut Creek Downtown Library is inviting community members to participate in our “100 Places, 100 Faces (100 Years of Walnut Creek)” art project – a large poster mural that the library will display for several weeks. Participants can provide us with a copy of a favorite photo; one of historical significance to them. It can be a picture of family, friends or neighbors; or a favorite local hang out or historic spot from Walnut Creek’s past. Participants can bring their photos the day of the event; or drop them off, mail or email them ahead of time. Those without a photo can participate in the creation of art work and the assembly of the mural. (NOTE: photos are not returnable and should be copies not originals. Contributors must sign a release form granting the library permission to use their image, artwork, or likeness.)
Thanks to a reader for sending the photo above from the Alamo Plaza Shopping Center. According to the Livermore Cyclery Facebook page this location is expected to open in a “few more weeks”. This will be their third location after Livermore and Dublin.
From their website:
Livermore Cyclery is a family-owned bicycle shop in the San Francisco Bay Area, with stores in both Livermore and Dublin, California. Livermore Cyclery maintains a large selection of high quality inventory, emphasizes customer service with precise fittings, and has a large service department staffed by extremely knowledgeable mechanics.
Founded by cyclist and mechanic Steve Howard, Livermore Cyclery has now employed four generations of the Howard family. Livermore Cyclery’s first location opened for business in 1976 in downtown Livermore, followed by a second location in Dublin which opened for business in 1994.
Photo by Flickr user mediciconlafrica
With news that Ebola has been spreading around the world, including the US, and John Muir Medical Center in Walnut Creek installing Ebola warning signs, I’ve been wondering how things are going to pan out. Are you worried that Ebola will spread to the East Bay or will this peter out over time?
Contra Costa Sustainability & Green Building Awards Gala:
Concord Hilton
1970 Diamond Blvd, Concord
Wednesday, October 15th, 2014
6:00pm – 9:00pm | $50Get your green on at this fun and inspiring event celebrating local individuals and organizations for their outstanding contributions to a healthy environment. Enjoy local food, wine and beer at a reception on the Hilton Concord’s beautiful patio with live music and a silent auction, followed by the presentation of awards by special guest John Sasaki of KTVU News, and Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia and CA Senator Mark DeSaulnier.
New this year – At the event, you can vote for one of the deserving nonprofit nominees to win the $500 Seeds of Change Award! This year’s nonprofit nominees are Rodgers Ranch Urban Farm, Global Student Embassy, The Watershed Project, Contra Costa County Climate Leaders, Lafayette Chamber of Commerce, Los Medanos Community Healthcare District’s Community Garden, and Habitat for Humanity East Bay
Click here to register.
Looks like there’s going to be a huge clock in the Pleasant Hill Clock Tower building on Crescent Drive in downtown Pleasant Hill where the clothing store Atlas & Athena is located. Check out the original, smaller clock here.
Photo by Flickr user john
Beading Basics Workshop for Adults:
Concord Library
2900 Salvio St, Concord
Saturday, October 11th, 2014
11:00am – 1:00pm | FreeNeed some new bling to freshen up your jewelry collection? Join us for this beading basics workshop as crafter Lisa Fuller, author of Craft Your Stash, demonstrates some basic beading and jewelry-making techniques. Learn how to make a beautiful beaded lariat-style necklace with matching drop earrings. All supplies and beads are provided but you are welcome to bring your own. This workshop is open to adults. Space is limited and reservations are required. Register online or by calling the library at 646-5455. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Concord Library.
