Back in March I noted that a new dry cleaners was coming to the Lafayette Shopping Center a few stores down from Trader Joe’s and they (Green Cleaners) have now closed.
Back in March I noted that a new dry cleaners was coming to the Lafayette Shopping Center a few stores down from Trader Joe’s and they (Green Cleaners) have now closed.
Thanks to a tip from a reader about Life Coach of Lafayette opening up on Oak Hill Rd. next to Millie’s Kitchen in downtown Lafayette.
Mt. Diablo Blvd. between First St. & Moraga Rd.
Sunday, October 27th, 2013
8:00am | $30The Chamber of Commerce and the City of Lafayette are co-sponsors of the Run which is traditionally held on the last Sunday in October. Beneficiaries of the event are the local schools and the services and programs of the Chamber.
The Lafayette Reservoir Run is the city’s most popular “family affair”, involving kids, parents, grandparents, and hundreds of serious runners from throughout the Bay Area. 2200-2500 participants compete in a 10k or 5k Certified Runs and a 2 mile run/walk for fun through the heart of the downtown, around the reservoir and back. Sprinters, walkers, the “stroller brigade” and many of Lafayette’s top four legged residents share the streets on that festive Sunday morning.
Sunday, October 27, 2013
Presented By: Lafayette Chamber of Commerce & City of Lafayette
Event Date: Sunday, October 27, 2013
Start Location: Mt. Diablo Blvd. between First St. & Moraga Rd.
Registration Opens: 6:30am
Staggered Start Times: 2mi run/walk 8:00am, 5k Certified Run 8:30am , 10k Certified Run 8:45 am
Race Descriptions:
- 5k Certified Race – flat, “chip” timed course, runners only (NO Dogs or Baby Strollers).
- 10k Certified Race – hilly, “chip” timed course around the reservoir, Dogs on Leash & Baby Strollers OK.
- 2 Miles Run/Walk for Fun – No Timing – Fun Run ONLY, Dogs on Leash & Baby Strollers OK
Race Course: 10k Moraga Road west to El Nido Ranch Road, around the Lafayette Reservoir and back to Moraga Road. 5k or 2 mile DO NOT go around the Lafayette Reservoir.
Race Certified By: The Athletic Council/Road Runners of America (TAC/RRCA)
Registration:
- Adult registration fee – $30; Day of Race fee – $35
- Elementary school fee – $22; Day of Race fee – $27
From the Lafayette PD:
On Saturday, October 12, 2013 at 11:30 a 60ish White Male Adult with grey hair, disheveled , pock marked face, with possible mental health issues attempted to grab an 8 year old child on Golden Gate Way near the Lafayette Library. The child was taken to safety by their parent. Police have been in the area and would like citizens to report any suspicious activity by calling 9-1-1. Tips may also be sent to94549tip@gmail.com.
This week I noted that the Terraces of Lafayette information center, a proposed apartment complex in Lafayette at the corner of Pleasant Hill Rd. and Deer Hill Rd. for moderate income families opened and there seems to be some opposing viewpoints as to whether this development fits in with the character of Lafayette. So with that being said, do you support the Terraces of Lafayette development?
The Terraces of Lafayette, a proposed apartment complex at the corner of Pleasant Hill Rd. and Deer Hill Rd. for moderate income families has opened an information center in downtown Lafayette at the Clocktower, a few stores down from the women’s clothing boutique Francesca’s Collections.
From their website:
When you think of great Bay Area hometowns, Lafayette is always at the top of this list. Its award-winning schools, sophisticated dining and shopping, BART access, sports programs and recreational opportunities, and small town charm have made it one of the region’s most sought-after addresses. These qualities have also made it an expensive place to live—well beyond the reach of households of moderate incomes. Until now. Come discover how luxury can be affordable at the Terraces of Lafayette.
Terraces of Lafayette is conveniently located close to downtown, public transit (two BART stations and bus route), shopping, schools and public facilities. Access to Hwy 24 and I-680—and all the business centers along these corridors—is excellent.
The apartment complex will include a swimming pool/spa, clubhouse/fitness center, as well as a “sitting area with outdoor fireplace, barbecue and picnic areas”. Preliminary floorplans can be viewed here. They note that there will be both minimum and maximum income requirements, and projected rent for a 1 bedroom (750 sf.) will be $2,142, 2 bedroom (1055 sf.) will be $2,402 and 3 bedroom will go for $2,658 (1290 sf.).
The City of Lafayette maintains a Terraces website which includes a schedule of hearings as well as the latest Environmental Impact Report (EIR) which can be viewed here:
O’Brien Land Company, LLC proposes to build 14 apartment buildings housing of 315 moderate-income apartments at the southwest corner of Deer Hill Road and Pleasant Hill Road. Seven of the buildings would be three-stories, seven would be two-stories. In addition there would be a two-story club house (13,300 sq.ft.), a one-story leasing office (950 sq.ft.) and 569 parking spaces. The residential building area would be 332,395 sq.ft and the project building area would be 410,547 sq.ft. The project would require removal of 92 trees and 500,000 cubic yards of earth movement.
Inside includes detailed models of the apartment complex and surrounding land:
Scale models are positioned throughout the center:
Lafayette Juniors Rummage Sale:
Lafayette-Orinda Presbyterian Church
49 Knox Drive, Lafayette
Saturday, November 2nd, 2013
8:00am – 2:00pm | FreeLafayette Juniors 20th Annual Rummage Sale! Saturday, November 2nd, 8 am – 2 pm. Special early bird entrance fee $3 per adult from 7 am – 8 am. Lafayette-Orinda Presbyterian Church, 49 Knox Drive in Lafayette. Pre-loved designer clothes, baby and kid clothes, toys, and gear, furniture, household goods, and much more. Cash only. All sale proceeds go to First Place for Youth, the Lafayette Library, SEED, STAND!, and Twin Canyon Camp. Visit www.lafayettejuniors.org for more sale information.
50 Lafayette Circle, Lafayette
A new art gallery called the Klein Gallery is opening at the space formerly occupied by the Lafayette Art Gallery (which moved to Mt. Diablo Blvd. next to Bo’s Barbecue and Artisan Bistro). This is located in half a building with the other half housing The Art Room studio which offers art classes to children. In fact, the owner of both The Art Room and the Klein Gallery are the same.
Another week or so and it’ll be all ready:
3545 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
Last month I learned from a reliable source that Coldstone Creamery would be closing in downtown Lafayette and it turned out to be true, they are now officially closed after 12 years in business. The Pleasant Hill location is still open. Whether the San Francisco-based creamery Smitten takes over remains to be seen. Stay tuned…
