While strolling through the Orinda Theatre Square from the Table 24 entrance I noticed the aMFa art gallery I wrote about last May was empty, but luckily they are still around right around the corner where the Tiny Feet shoe store used to be.
Check out the inside:
Back in November I noted that the footwear and handbag store Footcandy would be closing and it turns out that Labels, the consignment store located right next door on N. Main St. in downtown Walnut Creek is expanding with a new handbag section in February. Diablo Style has an interview with the owner of Labels about the new expansion.
The owner Lynn Nice had this to say about what will be featured:
It will focus on handbags and accessories, because a lot of clients can be overwhelmed in the consignment setting. It’s a lot of pieces, and sometimes you just don’t know where to start. We looked at what generated the most income for our business, and hands down it was handbags, by a whopping percentage.
It looks like those great dividers that used to feature shoes will now feature handbags as well as jewelry.
Back in November I noted the January opening of the new 24 Hour Fitness in Walnut Creek at 2800 N. Main St. and there will be a grand opening celebration on Saturday, January 26th to mark the opening.
From their website:
24 Hour Fitness Team Members invite guests to attend opening day for complimentary club tours. Event attendees will have the opportunity to sample several Group X® classes including 24Cycle®, Les Mills BODYPUMP™ and Zumba®. Additionally, 24 Hour Fitness will provide complimentary Kids’ Club babysitting service to members and guests.
This press release notes that tours will begin at 6am on opening day.
Check out the floor plan with basketball court and lap pool:
To see the 2nd floor (and first floor in a larger size) click here. The second floor will contain the group exercise room, cardio equipment, group cycle room and have a large open space visible to the first floor.
Photo by Flickr user life is good (pete)
From the City of Walnut Creek webpage:
The annual Martin Luther King Day celebration will be held at noon Monday, Jan. 21 at the Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall, 1365 Civic Dr. The keynote speaker will be the Rev. Dr. Donna Allen, founder and paster of New Revelation Community Church Oakland. Music will be performed by the Shell Ridge Ramblers. The free event is sponsored by the Mt. Diablo Peace and Justice Center and the Interfaith Council of Contra Costa County.
One of the most hotly anticipated restaurant openings is Ike’s sandwich shop which is planning on opening in downtown Walnut Creek a few stores down from the Cheesecake Factory. However, judging by Ike’s recent Facebook replies it looks like they are having a hard time obtaining a permit for some reason. Check what Ike had to say on December 28th:
I wonder what the problem is and whether the permit problem is related to the city or the county? I really hope they open by spring because I want to try one of their world renowned sandwiches!
A couple of weeks ago I noted that Petar’s would be closing and now I have some scuttlebutt that McCormick & Schmick’s, the seafood and steakhouse will be moving into the Petar’s location in downtown Lafayette. McCormick & Schmick’s has various locations around the country and also own Spenger’s Fresh Fish Grotto on Fourth Street in Berkeley.
This would be pretty big news if true but please note that I have no official confirmation at this point.
From an email:
Lamorinda Home Expo ‘13
Home Expo ’13 is designed for homeowners in all stages of the remodeling, landscaping or decorating of their homes.
Whether you are a new homeowner, or someone who has lived in your home for years, anyone with an interest in updating, enhancing, or creating a new look for their home will benefit from Home Expo ’13.
Get inspired and excited about your home and the countless possibilities! Meet face to face with home improvement, landscaping and design professionals. Get expert advice and tips.
Free to the public!
Sunday, Jan. 27, 10AM – 4PM at the Veterans Memorial Building, 3780 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette.
More information online at: www.lamorindawebhomeexpo.com
You may recognize the Alicia Klein brand from the popup kiosk that opened in December in the Liberty Bell Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek featuring Alicia Klein signature Taxi Wallets and other handbags. Well, it turns out that Alicia Klein is a Walnut Creek resident and has a showroom in downtown Lafayette near the back of La Fiesta Square.
From the Alicia Klein Facebook page:
With the motto “Making the Case for the Working Woman,” Alicia officially launched her signature collection in 2003. Originally designed with the female executive in mind, the collection has grown to appeal to business people of all ages and career levels.
But it’s not all business — there’s whimsy, too! Fans of the iconic Nancy Drew Mystery Stories® are thrilled with our fine Imagery leather accessories celebrating the famous girl sleuth. And most of Alicia’s accessories are available in an array of rich, juicy colors and patterns that brighten your day while organizing your stuff.
Check out the showroom inside:
The Alicia Klein showroom is located at 3541 Wilkinson Lane in downtown Lafayette in the back of La Fiesta Square.
