Last week I posted a photo of the unfinished Ike’s Love and Sandwiches sign in downtown Walnut Creek and this is the completed sign. Looks a lot better now. According to Diablo Dish they could be open as early as next week after their final permit gets approved. Can’t wait for this!
Back in December, 2011 I noted the opening of Colton Piano in downtown Walnut Creek on N. Main and recently they have closed. If you’re looking for a piano you can head on over to nearby Music Exchange and Sherman Clay.
From the Walnut Creek Police:
Date / Time Occurred: Wednesday, 03/06/13 @ 1419 hours
Location: Chase Bank – 1510 Palos Verdes Mall
Crime Description / Code: Bank Robbery
Suspect: Black male adult, dark complexion, 30’s, approximately 5’10”, medium build, goatee and moustache, wearing a tan striped dress shirt, khaki pants, and glasses
On 3/6/13 at 1419 hours Chase Bank at Palos Verdes Mall reported a robbery had just occurred. The suspect passed a note to the teller demanding money. Once the money was given to the suspect he fled the bank in an unknown direction. No weapons were seen.
Anyone who may have witnessed the robbery or seen the suspect in the area is asked to please call Detective Bill Jeha at the Walnut Creek Police Department at (925) 943-5844.
Public Services’ Corporation Yard
511 Lawrence Way, Walnut Creek
Saturday, March 9th, 2013
9:00am – 10:30am | FreePublic Services keeps Walnut Creek running smoothly, but much of their work is done behind the scenes. The March “Second Saturday Spotlight” takes a trip to the Public Services’ Corporation Yard to meet the people and see the equipment and vehicles that take care of the City’s parks, open space, streets and more. They even customize WCPD police cars! Learn more when the “Second Saturday Spotlight” shines on Public Services, 9-10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 9. Pre-registration is requested and available by clicking here.
With newer pizza joints opening up in downtown Lafayette such as Patxi’s and Pizza Antica, it looks like competition took a toll on Mountain Mike’s Pizza as it closed on February 24th (h/t Patch). Citibank next door also moved out around the same time meaning that the entire building is now empty. That could mean it could be leased together, or torn down for something new as it looked rather dilapidated. Mountain Mike’s in Moraga is still open though in the Rheem Shopping Center.
I actually have never eaten there before; any fans of this place?
Check out the creative moving sign:
Last December I noted that the Tom Matousek popup art gallery had opened in downtown Lafayette behind Patxi’s Pizzeria and recently I noticed work being done on this space which apparently will be a florist.
Orinda Theater
4 Theatre Square, Orinda
Friday, March 8th, 2013
7pm | $35 advance, $40 at doorFor the fourth year, San Francisco’s laugh-lovers will have the renewed opportunity to enjoy a champagne-filled night of comedy at the landmark Orinda Theatre on Friday, March 8th. The Orinda Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with Tommy T’s Comedy Clubs today announced the fourth “Live at the Orinda” event. Past events gained rave reviews for a great night on the town.
The evening will start at 7:00 p.m. and feature no host bars in the lobby and theatre. Champagne, wine and mixed drinks can also be purchased during the performances, starting at 8:00 p.m. with a mid-show intermission. Master of Ceremonies Wayne Coy, 92.1 KKDV radio personality, will open the show and introduce comedians. This year’s slate features Kabeezy, David Van Avermaete, Arthur Gaus and headliner Will Durst, who The New York Times calls “possibly the best political comic in the country” returning fresh from a recent tour with all new material.
While walking by Starbucks in Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek over the weekend I noticed this La Boulange sign on the Starbucks door. Looks like Starbucks is finally trying to offer higher quality bakery items in their stores. Has anyone tried Boulange items at Starbucks yet? How are they?
That’s a cool looking grill if I do say so myself. Maserati spotted, where else but in front of Nordstrom.
Last April I noted that Traction Bikes opened in downtown Lafayette on Mt. Diablo Blvd. but unfortunately they are closing. The owner mentioned that he’s looking for someone to take over the lease. That leaves Sharp Bicycle and Hank & Frank Bicycles as the remaining bike shops in Lafayette.