Labels Expansion Opens in Walnut Creek

February 25, 2013 8:30 am

The luxury consignment store Labels has opened their expanded location into the Footcandy location, right next door to their original location at 1367 N. Main St. in downtown Walnut Creek. They were able to put the existing display dividers to great use by showcasing their luxury handbag collection such as Dolce & Gabbana and Chanel. Check out the complete list of who they carry here.

In keeping with their environmentally conscious background Labels used a local artisan to design the display counters and shelving using salvaged wood. In addition, they opened up the back area, added a skylight which brings in natural light to showcase their shoe collection, and have a wide connecting space which connects to the original location. Everything looks beautiful; the spaciousness combined with the clean store design really highlights the handbags and shoes nicely.

Check out more photos including the shoe collection back after the jump…

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Meet Underground Animals at Lindsay Wildlife Museum in Walnut Creek

February 22, 2013 4:30 pm

From an email:

Lindsay Wildlife Museum
1931 First Av., Walnut Creek
Monday, February 25th, 2013
10:00am – 12:00pm | $8 members / $15 non-members

What: Children become naturalists at Walnut Creek’s Lindsay Wildlife Museum’s “Mini Mondays” – live animal encounters designed for children 2-5 years old. The two-hour program allows little ones to explore different animal species through arts, crafts, activities and more with a museum pre-school program teacher. Snacks are provided; children must be accompanied by a care giver. Registration is not required.

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Lesher Center Actor & N. Main Ballet School Employee Charged with Unlawful Sexual Conduct with Children

February 22, 2013 3:20 pm

Suspect Jason Pedroza

From a Walnut Creek police press release:

Several months ago the Pleasant Hill Police Department began a criminal investigation involving an adult male engaging in unlawful sexual conduct with juvenile female victims. After a comprehensive investigation, Detectives with the Pleasant Hill Police Department obtained a felony complaint against suspect Jason Pedroza. Some of Pedroza’s crimes are alleged to have occurred in Walnut Creek.

Until recently Pedroza was an actor with the Center Repertory Company at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek. Since 2009 Pedroza has held several other positions during productions at the Lesher Center such as Flight Captain and Usher Coordinator. Pedroza also worked at a ballet school on North Main Street in Walnut Creek.

Based on information obtained during this criminal investigation the Walnut Creek Police Department is asking any parents of minor children that may have had contact with Pedroza to talk with their children. If any inappropriate contact is suspected we ask that parents contact the Walnut Creek Police Department at (925) 943-5881.

Suspect Description:
Jason Pedroza
27 years old
5’-9”
160 pounds
Black hair
Hazel eyes

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Lafayette Beauty Store & Salon Opening in Downtown Lafayette

February 22, 2013 11:30 am

Last June I noted that the salon Pure Beauty in downtown Lafayette closed and now a new beauty salon is “coming soon” to the same location. Called Lafayette Beauty, they have salon rentals available for hair stations and the esthetician room. Lafayette Beauty will be located at 3606 Mt. Diablo Blvd. in Lafayette near Pizza Antica.

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Friday Question of the Day – Do you Agree about Walnut Creek No Longer Issuing Liquor Licenses?

February 22, 2013 8:30 am

Photo by Flickr user sugarcoma

Apparently the increase in violence at downtown Walnut Creek has forced the Walnut Creek police to stop issuing full liquor licenses. According to KGO-TV there was another bar fight last Sunday where a fight had to be broken up downtown, and aggravated assaults and DUIs have increased 16% and 21% from the previous year.

So are the Walnut Creek police taking proper precautions to protect the community or is this going too far?

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Oscar Party at The New Rheem Theatre in Moraga on Sunday, Feb. 24th

February 21, 2013 4:30 pm

Photo by Flickr user Schaffner

From the New Rheem Theatre:

On Sunday, Feb. 24, attend the Oscar Party at the Rheem Theatre. The evening will include red carpet arrivals with photo ops, live music, dancing, the Oscar program projected onto the big screen, door prizes and dinner provided by Shelby’s Restaurant of Orinda. Tickets are $100 each and the goal is to sell 250 tickets!

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Rustic Kitchen Opening in Downtown Lafayette

February 21, 2013 11:30 am

Downtown Lafayette is going to have another new restaurant opening up called Rustic Kitchen. This is where Roya’s Garlic Garden used to be at 3576 Mt. Diablo Blvd, across the street from El Jarro Mexican Cafe. I look forward to finding out more about what kind of food will be offered here.

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Hello Tiara Fashion Boutique Opens in Orinda Theatre Square

February 21, 2013 8:30 am

The Hello Tiara boutique recently opened in the Orinda Theatre Square next to Barbacoa. This is where the art gallery aMFa used to be which has since moved to another location within the Orinda Theatre Square. Based on the note below it looks like they are going to focus on jewelry and accessories.

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Author Steve Burton of Staying Afloat – Three Years in Abu Dhabi to Speak at Walnut Creek Library Thurs.

February 20, 2013 4:30 pm

From the Walnut Creek Library:

Local author Steve Burton will share his recently published book Staying Afloat – Three Years in Abu Dhabi.
Steve will answer questions and discuss his book with the audience.

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Rancho Cantina Opening this Spring in Lafayette

February 20, 2013 11:30 am

I noticed a new restaurant called Rancho Cantina will be opening up at 3616 Mt. Diablo Blvd. in Lafayette across the street from Diablo Foods. Sounds intriguing.

From their Facebook page:

Rancho Cantina, a Californio-spirited restaurant featuring wood-fired Rancho cuisine, will open in the heart of Lafayette’s flourishing food scene in the spring of 2013. With its central location, attentive service, and rustic, artisan-crafted brick patio, the city’s newest and most exciting dining destination will be both a neighborhood fixture beloved for its warmth and an inviting gathering spot for friends and families.

Served with the generous familiarity that is a hallmark of the Californio dining experience, “California’s first cuisine” will introduce people to the confluence of Spanish, Mexican, and native Californian influences that create the unique flavors of Rancho fare. Rancho Cantina’s offerings will be prepared artfully without seeming “fussy,” and will fill a seasonally-driven menu which utilizes the freshest locally-sourced ingredients. Rancho Cantina’s full bar will offer a selection of single village mezcal; estate-grown, añejo, and premium agave and reposado tequilas; hand-crafted margaritas prepared with fresh juices and proprietary syrups and flavorings; an inviting selection of regional draught beers, and wines which pair perfectly with Rancho cuisine.

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