When I saw this sign at a parking lot I thought it was rather odd that they offer parking for an entire day until I realized that it was for 24 Hour Fitness customers only. 🙂
When I saw this sign at a parking lot I thought it was rather odd that they offer parking for an entire day until I realized that it was for 24 Hour Fitness customers only. 🙂
Great news for oyster lovers! The Point Reyes Oyster Company recently started selling Kumamoto, Pacific and other oysters at the downtown Walnut Creek farmers market. In business since 1989, they farm oysters at Tomales Bay right next to Hog Island Oysters. When I dropped by I peppered the man there with all kinds of questions on preparation and safe food handling and he patiently explained how to tell a good oyster from a bad one (knock on it), how to open it (with a screwdriver and butter knife if you don’t have an oyster shucker) and more.
From their website:
We sell many different types of shellfish, including miyagi and kumamoto oysters, manila clams and bay mussels.
Our miyagi oysters are cultured in floating bags at the top of the water column where algae is most dense. These oysters develop a nicely cupped shell. The purple-brown shells are easily opened to expose a blonde meat nearly filling the cup. The sweet soft meat develops a salty tang as it crossed your tongue.
Our kumamoto oysters are cultured in rack tied mesh bags high in the intertidal zone. These little oysters develop plump meats and an extended shelf life. The silver-brown shells are among the easiest to open. Being diminutive has not hampered the reputation of these oysters. Their buttery-sweet taste and firm texture attract novice and confirmed oyster lovers alike.
I’m definitely coming back ASAP with an ice cooler to try these oysters. How do you eat oysters at home, barbecue-style or raw? What kind of sauce to use? Just some lemon juice?
With Valentine’s Day less than a week away I was wondering what people’s favorite romantic restaurant is to celebrate the holiday. Am I missing any on the list below? Is it better to just stay home and celebrate another day when it’s less crowded?
From the Town Hall Theatre Company in Lafayette:
The Farnsworth Invention
written by: Aaron Sorkin
directed by: Joel Roster
February 7 – March 2, 2013I don’t think I stole television — if I did, I did it fair and square.
Joel Roster, Town Hall’s Director of Education, takes on The Farnsworth Invention by Aaron Sorkin (The West Wing, The Social Network) which tells the story of Philo Farnsworth and his race to develop the most influential technological innovation of the 20th Century: Television.
This show is rated PG-13 for adult language.
Back in June I noted that The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf would be opening in the Sprouts Shopping Center in Walnut Creek and while The Habit Burger Grill, Freebirds World Burrito, Subway and all other stores have opened up in the center, judging by the photo above there seem to be some serious delays going on to get Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf opened up. I mean, it’s completely bare. Many people have been looking forward to it opening myself included so I’m eager to see some more progress. Stay tuned…
The Walnut Creek City Council has a booth at the downtown farmers market (Sundays next to Target) hosted by a city council member and over the past weekend mayor Cindy Silva was there chatting with locals about various issues as well as reminding people about the 2nd Saturday Spotlight events where people can get a behind the scenes look at the Lesher Center, a streetsweeping machine at the city’s Corp Yard and the Lindsay Wildlife Museum. The next event is on February 9th at the Lesher Center where Mayor Silva will give the State of the City address. Props to the City Council for representing at the farmers market!
Photo by Flickr user Mr Ush
From EventBrite:
Join in the fun, support a great cause, The American Cancer Society, and build your business! We will have appetizers, drinks and raffle prizes galore!
Speed-networking is just what it sounds like – quick, focused opportunities to meet those who can propel your career and business. And, YES, it really works! Accelerate your networking! Meet more quality contacts and have meaningful conversations in just one event than any other method!
Cost is a donation of only $10. Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society.
Join us for open networking, followed by a Speed Networking session. Never done Speed Networking before? No problem! We’ll be teaching everyone how before we start. Most people there will probably be doing Speed Networking for the first time, so don’t feel shy–come support a great cause and have fun!
SCHEDULE:
5:30-5:45pm Open Networking
5:45-6:00pm Speed Networking Overview
6:00-6:45/7:00pm Speed Networking
7:00-7:30pm Open NetworkingEmail Kiera Rain at info@TheBayOrganizer.com if you’d like to donate a raffle prize and have your business announced at the event!
Hosts:
Laptop Lounge
1701 North California Boulevard
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(925) 482-8300
http://www.LaptopLounge.biz
Last month I was able to get a sneak peak of the new paint and sip studio Canvas and Cabernet in downtown Walnut Creek and now that they are officially open I stopped by to see the progress. You can check out the classes they offer here. According to the owner the most popular class is Red Bridge which will be offered on February 21st (and in March). In case you missed my initial post, Canvas and Cabernet offers painting classes while enjoying alcoholic beverages, hence the term paint and sip. They will also offer food from Harvest Market around the corner.
Check out the results of their first class:
courtesy Canvas and Cabernet
Check out photos of the kid’s section and more after the jump.
Last November I noted that the children’s drawing studio A Colorful Mind closed and now Threads Consignment, the women’s fashion consignment boutique originally located around the corner on Locust St. in downtown Walnut Creek has moved a block away to this location on N. Main St. right next to another women’s boutique Norf London. Keep in mind that this is in an alleyway so as you’re walking on N. Main St. towards Neiman Marcus you need to turn right, before Brandy Melville.
Check out the fashion items for sale:
Now that Threads is next to Norf London anchored by Brandy Melville this alley could eventually become a new fashion hub for downtown. Threads Consignment is located at 1341 North Main St. Suite G in Walnut Creek.
From an email:
Date: Wednesday, February 6 – 6:30 – 9:00pm
Enjoy sips, sweets and an informal fashion show.
NM Fashion Director Ken Downing has picked the most important looks for the season, and we’ll be showcasing them all during The Spring Trend Preview Party.
Making statements: cool blues, relaxed chic, print mania, amazing lace
and orange: the new neutral.Also, make a $350 regular-priced purchase in women’s apparel, accessories, shoes, handbags, or jewelry, and a Ippolita bracelet is yours. Plus, earn an NM Gift Card when you use your NM Credit Card February 6 or 7 ONLY.