1571 Botelho Dr, Walnut Creek
A couple of weeks ago I noted that the men’s boutique Atlas was moving from their N. Main St. location to Botelho Dr. across the street from Men’s Wearhouse in downtown Walnut Creek and they are now open. As I suspected the numerous windows really help show off what they offer and the inside looks great like in their old location:
2280 Oak Grove Road, Walnut Creek
Denica’s Cafe – Real Food Kitchen, the Dublin based bakery and restaurant is planning on opening a new location in Walnut Creek this fall (in the Nob Hill shopping center) and are having a job fair tomorrow at their Dublin location for all three locations (Dublin, Walnut Creek and Livermore) according to a Craigslist posting here. Has anyone tried this place? What’s your favorite dish? Diablo Dish has more information Denica’s Cafe here. Thanks to a reader for the reminder that they are opening soon.
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1259 S Main St, Walnut Creek
The Children’s Place has closed in downtown Walnut Creek at the corner of S. Main St. and Botelho Dr. so you’ll have to head out to the Sunvalley Mall in Concord for the nearest location of this children’s clothing store. Although it’s a nice corner location it seems a bit removed from the more bustling Broadway Plaza area and Locust St. where the Cheesecake Factory is, both only a block away.
Town Hall Theatre
3535 School St, Lafayette
Thursday, September 12th – Saturday, October 5th, 2013
2:00pm and 8:00pm | $15 – $32Town Hall’s new Artistic Director Derrick Silva kicks off his tenure by directing N. Richard Nash’s classic romantic comedy.
Lizzie Curry and her family are suffering through a devastating drought. Can the handsome stranger Starbuck bring them not only the rain he promises, but also an answer to Lizzie’s other prayers?
3568 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
In March I noted that Traction Cycling was closing in Lafayette and it looks like a temporary pop-up art gallery has opened in this space on Mt. Diablo Blvd. called Dana Art Gallery.
261 Lafayette Circle, Lafayette
Last June I noted that J. Colleen Boutique would be opening in September in downtown Lafayette where Queen Bee used to be and opening day will be this coming Monday, September 2nd according to a sign in their window. Thanks to a reader for letting me know about the new signage.
From their website:
J. Colleen Boutique is an upscale women’s clothing, jewelry, and gift boutique that will open in September of 2013. We are a special blend of the posh, chic shopping experience of Barneys New York with the treasures of high-end designer consignment. Many of our products will be made from materials found locally and/or sourced from other conscious artists. We will also be offering vintage designer wear.
Local artists, as well as artisans from around the world, will make many of the products that we will be carrying at J. Colleen Boutique. Gift items such as jewelry, upscale vintage-ware, photography, and original artwork will be showcased once a month in a private reception for the artist, their family, and friends. As there are no other shops or boutiques in Lafayette with such an array of artisans, we see a perfect opening to introduce this style of visual and mercantile experience.
Interestingly the owner Julie Rubio is a movie director and producer. Check out her IMDB page here.
The Gardens at Heather Farm
1540 Marchbanks Drive, Walnut Creek
Wednesday, September 25, 2013
5:30pm – 7:30 p.m. | $25Join The Ruth Bancroft Garden and the Gardens at Heather Farm for a presentation and demonstration by Debra Lee Baldwin. She will introduce us to her new book, Succulents Simplified, Debra Lee Baldwin’s third book focused on succulents and a great addition to her other wonderful books. This book introduces Baldwin’s favorite 100 succulents for gardens and containers, explaining how to grow them and introduces fantastic projects which use them.
Come fall in love with beautiful succulents and be inspired by creative ways to use them. Purchase event admission with or without the book. Ms. Baldwin will be doing book signings, talking about her book, and will also do a demonstration. This event is not to be missed! Come early for refreshments and early book signings – doors will open at 5:00 p.m.
Back in February I noted that the Davidson & Licht jewelry store plan on moving from Broadway Plaza to the building they own on N. Main St. where Wish and Vanessa’s Bistro used to be. Looks like progress is being made as both storefronts are completely boarded up.
Lesher Center for the Arts
1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek
Friday, September 6th – Saturday, September 28th, 2013Shrek The Musical, based on the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks film that started it all, brings the hilarious story of everyone’s favorite ogre to life on stage. In a faraway kingdom turned upside down, things get ugly when an unseemly ogre – not a handsome prince – shows up to rescue a feisty princess. Throw in a donkey who won’t shut up, a villain with a SHORT temper, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s one on hand… and his name is Shrek. Featuring a terrific score of 19 all-new songs, big laughs and great dancing, Shrek The Musical is part romance, part twisted fairy tale and all irreverent fun for everyone!
Shrek The Musical held an out-of-town tryout at the 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle from August 14, 2008 to September 21, 2008. It began previews at The Broadway Theatre on November 8, 2008 and opened on December 14, 2008. Directed by Jason Moore and choreographed by Josh Prince, the production featured Brian d’Arcy James, Sutton Foster, Christopher Sieber, John Tartaglia and Daniel Breaker. At the time, it was the most expensive musical to open on Broadway. The show closed January 3, 2010, after 441 performances, 37 previews, and a 12 month Broadway run.
Shrek The Musical is a family friendly show rated PG.
