
Willows Shopping Center
A new through-way connector has opened at the Willows Shopping Center in Concord connecting the back and front parking lots making it much easier to drive and walk around. See the before shot here.

Willows Shopping Center
A new through-way connector has opened at the Willows Shopping Center in Concord connecting the back and front parking lots making it much easier to drive and walk around. See the before shot here.

The Livermore-based Cheese Therapy food truck [great name!] debuted at the Off the Grid food market in Concord over the weekend. I tried the spicy pumpkin soup and salami veggie sandwich and it was delicious! They are also at the Taste of the World food market in Walnut Creek near the Pleasant Hill BART station. Check out their schedule here.
From their website:
Honoring fine artisan cheesemakers and cheese-making traditions, near and far, by sharing our passion, knowledge and expertise, offering excellent cheeses, cheese-related products and education, to broaden the appreciation of cheese and enhance the quality of life in our community. Serving the San Francisco East Bay Community from our base in the Livermore Valley.



Hillcrest Park
Olivera Road, Concord
Saturday, November 8th, 2014
8:30am | $35/$40Invite your family, friends & neighbors to join us for Concord’s Inaugural Veteran’s Day 10K/5K Run/Walk presented by Contra Costa Blue Star Moms Chapter 20. This Veteran’s Day race was created to raise awareness and show support for our many local veterans and raise money to provide support for active duty service personnel, promote patriotism, assist Veterans organizations and assist in homeland volunteer efforts to help our country remain strong.
This 6.2 mile (10K) and 3.1 mile (5K) Run/Walk is an out and back course route that starts in Hillcrest Park, heads out onto the Iron Horse Trail and then loops back into Hillcrest Park by the Korean War Memorial, ending in the park. There will be 2 aid stations on the 10K course (1 on the 5K course) with water and electrolyte drinks.

Photo by Flickr user dustysnowcrash
Aztec Dancers at the Concord Library:
Concord Library
2900 Salvio St, Concord
Saturday, November 8, 2014
1:00pm | FreeDancers in beautiful authentic costumes will present proud traditions of the Aztec people through music and dance. These traditional dancers will perform several different ceremonial dances. A wonderful cultural event for the whole Concord community. After the event, please stay for a fun craft activity.

Willows Shopping Center
The framing and art supply store Aaron Brothers has expanded to a corner location in the Willows Shopping Center in Concord and they are open for business while the outside gets remodeled. Check out their coupon page for great 40-50% off deals.

1833 Willow Pass Rd, Concord
The Vietnamese restaurant Kevin’s Noodle House that has been undergoing remodeling the past few months in the Park ‘N’ Shop center is reopening this Saturday, October 25th. “Free coffee/soda with any rice or noodle dish through 11-01-14”. Check out their menu here.

Willows Shopping Center, Concord
Back in September we learned that ULTA Beauty was expecting to open by November in the Willows Shopping Center in Concord and they have now opened.

1665 Willow Pass Rd, Concord
Bonjour Bakery & Cafe is “coming soon” to the Park ‘N’ Shop center in Concord on Willow Pass Rd. Stay tuned…

Contra Costa Sustainability & Green Building Awards Gala:
Concord Hilton
1970 Diamond Blvd, Concord
Wednesday, October 15th, 2014
6:00pm – 9:00pm | $50Get your green on at this fun and inspiring event celebrating local individuals and organizations for their outstanding contributions to a healthy environment. Enjoy local food, wine and beer at a reception on the Hilton Concord’s beautiful patio with live music and a silent auction, followed by the presentation of awards by special guest John Sasaki of KTVU News, and Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia and CA Senator Mark DeSaulnier.
New this year – At the event, you can vote for one of the deserving nonprofit nominees to win the $500 Seeds of Change Award! This year’s nonprofit nominees are Rodgers Ranch Urban Farm, Global Student Embassy, The Watershed Project, Contra Costa County Climate Leaders, Lafayette Chamber of Commerce, Los Medanos Community Healthcare District’s Community Garden, and Habitat for Humanity East Bay
Click here to register.

Photo by Flickr user john
Beading Basics Workshop for Adults:
Concord Library
2900 Salvio St, Concord
Saturday, October 11th, 2014
11:00am – 1:00pm | FreeNeed some new bling to freshen up your jewelry collection? Join us for this beading basics workshop as crafter Lisa Fuller, author of Craft Your Stash, demonstrates some basic beading and jewelry-making techniques. Learn how to make a beautiful beaded lariat-style necklace with matching drop earrings. All supplies and beads are provided but you are welcome to bring your own. This workshop is open to adults. Space is limited and reservations are required. Register online or by calling the library at 646-5455. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Concord Library.
