Back in March I noted the closing of Super Silver Jewelry in the back of Broadway Plaza, and now a new jewelry store has opened in its place, AZM Jewelers. They offer gold, diamond and tungsten rings, necklaces, earrings, and will carry watches in the future. In addition to selling jewelry, they also buy gold.
From a Walnut Creek Police advisory:
On 6/09/12 at approx. 0054 hours, FRANCISCO HERNANDEZ-MURRIETA attacked an adult female victim, unknown to HERNANDEZ-MURRIETA, as she walked home through a secluded city park adjacent to the Iron Horse Trail. HERNANDEZ-MURRIETA grabbed the VICTIM from behind, placing his hand over the VICTIM’s mouth. He took her to the ground, where he rolled her over onto her back. HERNANDEZ-MURRIETA straddled and restrained the VICTIM while groping her. HERNANDEZ-MURRIETA tried to silence the VICTIM by placing his hand in her mouth. The VICTIM then bit HERNANDEZ-MURRIETA’s hand and punched him several times in the face. HERNANDEZ-MURRIETA fled on foot on the Iron Horse Trail. He was intercepted by a WCPD officer responding to the victim’s call to 911. HERNANDEZ-MURRIETA was arrested for assault and is currently in-custody at County Jail. The Contra Costa County District Attorney reviewed the investigation and has since filed two felony counts against HERNANDEZ-MURRIETA for violating PC 220(a), Assault to Commit Rape and PC 237(a), False Imprisonment by Violence.
If anyone has information regarding this attack or other incidents potentially involving the same suspect, please contact DET. GREG LEONARD at (925) 256-3518 orleonard@walnutcreekpd.com, with any information.
From the Ruth Bancroft Garden website:
June 15 – July 14: 7 days a week 10am – 4pm
The Ruth Bancroft Garden’s famous collection of rare and beautiful succulents features sculptures by artists from all over the West Coast. Don’t miss the opportunity to see the region’s largest juried outdoor sculpture exhibit! The show opens June 15, and the art remains on display through July 14.
Event Highlights
Preview Party – Friday June 15
5:30 – 8pm
Participate in the unveiling of the exhibition and mingle with the artists in the golden light of sunset. This is the first chance for visitors to purchase sculptures! Musical performance by the Joseph Hébert Trio and refreshments by Willowstone Catering and Shadowbrook Winery.Tickets are $75 (includes food, beverage, and admission during Opening Weekend)
Kickoff Weekend – Saturday & Sunday June 16 – 17
10am – 4pm
This fun and busy weekend is the first chance for the general public to view the sculptures.
General Admission rates apply ($7 for students and seniors, $10 general, free for members and children under 12)
Free admission for dads on Father’s Day!
This rental duplex (2 br/2 ba) is located near Bo’s BBQ in downtown Lafayette.
Check out the kitchen:
From the Craigslist ad:
The home is close to BART, great school district, shopping, fine dining and more!
This unit is a true find and is tucked away at the end of a quiet cul de sac.
– Designer paint scheme
– Refinished bathrooms with granite countertops and new cabinetry (stand up shower in master, shower/tub in 2nd bathroom
– Wood burning fireplace
– Pass through kitchen
– All new stainless steel appliances: dishwasher, fridge, garbage disposal, microwave, & oven
– Central heat and AC
– Tons of closet space with wall to wall closet in master bedroom
– Extra storage outside
– 2 covered parking spots
– 2 closets in master bedroom
– Spacious floor plans
– Private patio with low maintenance landscaping
This duplex is being offered for $1995/month. Is this a decent deal given the 2 covered spots + refinished bathrooms and location?
I noted back in February that Pure Beauty was closing in Walnut Creek, and noticed that Pure Beauty in downtown Lafayette has closed as well. Turns out that the company that owns Pure Beauty, Trade Secrets, filed for bankruptcy two times over the past couple of years.
photo by Flickr user Steve Snodgrass
The Brian Moran Jazz Trio, with vocalist Rebecca Faiola will be performing at the first Orinda Summer concert of the season this evening, June 12th from 6:30 – 8:30pm at the Orinda Community Center Park. More music to follow each Tuesday evening during the summer as well. The other bands that will be performing in future concerts are listed here.
From an email:
Dance on Film celebrates some of the finest examples of dance captured in popular Academy Award winning movies. From the classical ballet of The Red Shoes, to the smooth contemporary jazz & tap of An American in Paris, to the vibrant athleticism of West Side Story, you’ll see how the movies captured the power of dance.
Before each screening, Lauren Jonas, Diablo Ballet Artistic Director, will share fascinating facts about the making of each film and the stars who made the films dance. You’ll also be able to enter a free drawing to win tickets to a future Diablo Ballet performance.
The Dance on Film series takes place in the Arts & Science Discovery Center at the Lafayette Library – 3491 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Admission is $5 for all. Featured movies will be:
Wednesday July 18th 6:30 PM The Red Shoes (1948) (Not rated – PG 13 suggested)
Legendary film about a young ballet dancer who is torn between the man she loves and her pursuit to become a prima ballerina. Nominated for Best Picture Academy Award.
Wednesday August 15th 6:30 PM An American In Paris (1951) (Rated G)
Thrilling MGM musical with a Gershwin score starring Gene Kelly as an American caught up in a love triangle with Parisian Leslie Caron. Winner Best Picture Academy Award.
Wednesday September 12th 6:30 PM West Side Story (1961) (Rated PG 13)
Classic musical retelling of “Romeo & Juliet” as rival gang members fall in love and face the consequences. Featuring Jerome Robbins choreography. Winner Best Picture Academy Award.
All screenings are at the Lafayette Library – 3491 Mt Diablo Blvd. in Lafayette. For more information on the Diablo Ballet & Lafayette Library Foundation’s Dance on Film series, visit www.LLLCF.org or call 925-283-6513.
According to a sign on the side of The French Bakery, they are now open for breakfast at 8am Tuesday through Sunday.
