Spotted in Lafayette. How would you like to live in an apartment with this as your living room window? Pretty cool.
Spotted in Lafayette. How would you like to live in an apartment with this as your living room window? Pretty cool.
The US News & World Report has come out with their latest high school rankings, and Campolindo High School in Moraga has come out on top in Lamorinda and Walnut Creek, just edging out Miramonte High School in Orinda. The rankings for the Acalanes Union district can be viewed here, and for California here.
State Rankings
Northgate received a silver medal while all Acalanes Union high schools received a gold medal. Nearby Dublin High School was ranked #4 in California but that may be an error as it shows a 7:1 student/teacher ratio which seems too low for a public school.
Back in the beginning of April I noted that the Swedish weight loss program itrim was coming to Lafayette, and the remodeling has really taken off lately, with the exterior almost completely shorn off.
Here’s a sneak peek at what it’s going to look like when finished:
As you can see, they’re going to add plenty of windows all around which should really open the space up. Compared to the dark, enclosed space it used to be, this is going to look amazing.
Here are more details on the program itself from an email:
Our ultimate goal is to make sure this is the last time our members lose weight. Along with a nutritional program, our members get group lifestyle/ educational coaching every other week and one-on-one lifestyle coaching about once per month. The coaching insures that members get the support, education and encouragement they need to turn their new habits into a new lifestyle. We also offer outdoor programming that our members can participate in, and special workshops, lectures, and programs that are fun and educational.
Itrim is open 7 days a week, and our members workout at the club two to three times per week on average. We also teach our members to keep track of their everyday exercise, which is a critical component of weight management. I guess the best way to explain Itrim is just telling you that itrim means in shape in Swedish. We offer different types of exercise; from Zumba to kickboxing. It is easy for members to stay in shape for a lifetime when they find the things they love to do, and they enjoy the feeling of support and community!
As you can see our program starts where a lot of other programs end. Itrim has learned that losing weight is the easy part; keeping it off is the challenge. When you have the right tools to get and stay in shape, it is like the Swedish say “Itrim Lattare an du tror” (in shape – it is easier than you think!)”.
According to an itrim employee I spoke with, memberships will be discounted before opening, starting at $155/month + $299 initiation fee (which includes the first month), and will increase every 25 members, until the opening. If this sounds interesting to you they will also be hosting a community walk (2 & 4 mile loop) beginning May 22nd (every Tues) at 6:15pm in front of Clocks etc. (next to itrim) so check it out to learn more. Oh, and one more thing, they will be providing a t-shirt and pedometer to first time walkers and water.
itrim is located at 973 Moraga Road and will open this summer. If you have more questions you may also contact the itrim Lafyayette at 925-385-0605.
After over 30 years in business, the Lafayette Health Club has closed. from their website:
Our last day of opertation will be May 5th.
Unfortunately we are not relocating. There is nothing in town that can house us that has parking or that we can afford. Starting all over after 31 years is just not in the cards. However, we have made arrangements to transfer your membership to Walnut Creek Sports & Fitness (keep reading below for more informaiton.)I cannot say it enough how sorry I am about all of this. But we had 31 good years and so many great relationships have evolved from the community we have created at LHC. It will live on and on and on!
Thank you all!!
In Good Health,
Deb
It turns out that the gym I go to, Lamorinda Crossfit, has purchased some of their equipment.
These two stores are located right in downtown Lafayette on Lafayette Circle. Reminds me of what downtown would be like in the 1950s, during a quiet, simpler time. Anyone remember the 50s? Was this what it was like? Or is this closer to the 60s-70s?
Last week I noted on the closing of Handlebar Toys in Happy Valley Plaza in Lafayette, and now Lava Pit Fire Grill, located next to Trader Joe’s in the same strip mall has closed as well. The one in Orinda is still open for business based on the sign in the window. Were there any fans of this place?
From the Lafayette Town Hall Theatre Company:
Doors @ 6PM
Music @ 7PM
$40 In Advance
$45 At the DoorFeaturing:
Stevie Coyle – Founding Member of The Waybacks
Pat Nevins & Friends
Drew Harrison – of The Sun Kings
Kiki Stack of Dream Posse
Dan Durkin of Petty Theft
Katy & Dell of Dream Posse with John Jordan
Gary Peare’s Ukulele Express
PLUS Young Performers from Town Hall Education’s Pirates of Penzance, Jr. and You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown!More Acts to be Announced!
Handlebar Toys in Lafayette has closed. A sign posted in the store window says:
After 42 Historic Years, HANDLEBAR TOYS has closed its doors. Thank you to all our loyal customers over the years…
Lamorinda Weekly has an article about the closing here.
Photo by Flickr user starwarsblog
The Lafayette Library and Learning Center is hosting a Star Wars party for elementary and middle school kids tomorrow, May 1st from 3pm – 4:30pm. From their website:
Hang out with Star Wars reenactors, eat Cheetos (don’t be a Hog!), dance the Twist, and have fun like it’s the PTA Fun Night at McQuarrie Middle School. Celebrate finishing “The Strange Case of Origami Yoda”! For 4th-6th graders.
Metro, located in a parking lot across from Whole Foods is not in the prettiest area in Lafayette, but the California-French food and ambiance is upscale. You can see their lunch menu here, and dinner menu here. From their website:
The menu features an eclectic mix of California-French dishes including Tiradito of Hamachi with papaya, carrots, blood orange, chili & ponzu; Roasted Butternut Squash Tortelloni with sage-brown butter; Spicy raw Tuna Poke with sesame rice crackers; Gnocchi Parisienne with winter vegetables & Reggiano cream sauce; and Misoyaki Black Cod with cilantro steamed rice, sauteed spinach & yuzu-ginger sauce.
Metro Lafayette is located ta 3524 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Any must order items?