Spotted at the bottom of the Lafayette Library and Learning Center.
From the Lafayette library website:
Designed for: Young Children (0-5), Kids (5-11)
The Contra Costa County Library is turning 100, and kids are invited to the birthday party! Play party games, test your Lafayette trivia, sing Happy Birthday, and eat cake! Help us celebrate 100 years of “Bringing People and Ideas Together”!
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.
Sounds like a fun event!
When: January 12th 2 – 3pm
Where: Lafayette Library and Learning Center
What: Soup Stories
Who: 5 – 11 year old children
From the Lafayette Library and Learning Center events page:
Come get warmed up in the library with some hardy-good soup stories!! Receive a certificate good for a visit to the Lafayette Community Garden & Outdoor Learning Center! Harvest vegetables to take home for your own pot of soup!
Citibank is relocating from their Mt. Diablo location near Pizza Antica to another Mt. Diablo Blvd. location next to the restaurant Metro as well as near the Whole Foods parking lot. Based on a peek inside it looks like they are almost finished.
From the Lafayette Art Gallery:
Heart by Mariann Mortensen
Tokens of Affection
January 8 to March 9When it’s cold outside, come in and enjoy the warmth of Lafayette Gallery’s winter show “Tokens of Affection.”
You’ll experience the glow that comes from work created from the heart, including unique cards and gifts, ceramics, paintings, prints, glasswork, jewelry and photography, all created by local artists who love what they do. Valentines cards and more will arrive just in time for you to select and give to that special person.At the Lafayette Gallery you’ll always find a selection of art that includes contemporary, traditional, fun and sophisticated styles in a range of prices. So stop in at the Gallery, experience artworks that will warm your heart, and share the warmth with those who are dear to you!
This Saturday January 5th will be the last day for the the restaurant and lounge Petar’s in downtown Lafayette across from Chow. They have been in business since 1959 according to their website which would make this one of the oldest continuously operating restaurants in the area. Apparently lease issues combined with less diners caused them to throw in the towel but it was a nice, long run. Diamond Dave, who has been performing at Petar’s for over 25 years will be performing there on Friday and Saturday night there for the last time. Note that this is not the end of Diamond Dave; he’ll be at Dan’s in Walnut Creek on the 10th.
Thanks to a reader for the tip (before Diablo wrote about it). Diablo Dish notes that, “some big-time restaurateurs that have expressed interest in taking over the prime Lafayette spot”. Who is going to miss Petar’s?
