Orchards Shopping Center, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that Mattress Firm is coming the Orchards Shopping Center in Walnut Creek.
Orchards Shopping Center, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that Mattress Firm is coming the Orchards Shopping Center in Walnut Creek.
Civic Park, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that new, outdoor workout equipment is now available at Civic Park in Walnut Creek. It’s located right near the bridge that leads to the parking lot. There are no chains or gears which is why it can be left in the open from what I can tell. When I tried it didn’t provide much resistance but maybe I wasn’t doing it correctly. Has anyone used this yet?
Plaza Escuela, Walnut Creek
Late last year we learned that Poke Bar would be coming to another downtown Walnut Creek spot, this time at Plaza Escuela, and their signage is now up.
From their website:
Our journey with fish began in 1989 when Yanagi Sushi was opened in the heart of Northridge, CA. Today it still stands after 26 years with a great following of regular patrons as well as a constant flow of new discoverers. With years of sushi experience under our belt, we found it was time to expand our horizons and experiment with what we know. We have been serving Poke since our early days and from its popularity. Based on our creativity, the idea for Poke Bar was incepted
1378 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Body Time, the Berkeley-based skin care company that opened almost 50 years ago is closing all stores including their downtown Walnut Creek location which opened almost 4 years ago. For the time being the Walnut Creek location will remain open while they sell off their remaining inventory so drop by for the 50% sale going on.
Update from owner:
Yes, Body Time is closing its doors. Our warehouse rent doubled (not our Walnut Creek store) which made operating in our current form no longer feasible. Once we close our operations we will assess if we can offer our products to customers in a more cost efficient manner. We will continue to operate our Walnut Creek store for the foreseeable future while we sell our remaining inventory of products.
From their Facebook page:
We are closing everything on April 22. Our rents have almost doubled and we weren’t able to negotiate our lease. This was a big surprise for us as well as our many loyal customers. The social media will continue until the end of the month.
Up the Creek Records
1840 Tice Valley Blvd, Walnut Creek
Saturday, April 21st, 2018
6:00 – 7:30pm | Free“Sunny’s soulful voice paired with his masterful melodies puts him and The Black Pack at the top of the list of Bay Area bands. Whether it’s their radio-ready original music or their ability to breathe new life into classic songs, the music will sure to have you tapping your feet and singing a long!”
Candidates Community Forum: Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Race:
Lesher Center for the Arts
1601 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek
Tuesday, April 24th, 2018
5:30 – 7:00pm | FreePlease join the Contra Costa County Bar Association and The League of Women Voters of Diablo Valley as they host a forum for the candidates running for the office of the Contra Costa County District Attorney. All candidates running for this office have been invited to attend.
Gail Murray, a long-time member of the League of Women Voters of Diablo Valley, a former Walnut Creek mayor and former BART director has been selected as the moderator for this free public event.
The format will include brief statements by the candidates and set questions from the moderator as well as the opportunity for the public to ask questions of the candidates. All questions will be screened for appropriateness.
Agora at South Main, Walnut Creek
The highly anticipated Omni Fight Club has opened at the Agora apartment complex in downtown Walnut Creek. Check for updates on their Facebook page here.
From a press release:
With a focus on fun, tough, fitness, Omni Fight Club officially opened in Walnut Creek on April 7th. The club provides an unlimited, all-inclusive studio experience, featuring strength training, kickboxing, nutrition information and experienced coaches. OFC offers cutting-edge equipment, engaging music and knowledgeable programming that’s effective for all fitness and wellness goals. There are no contracts or joining fees.
Spontaneous Noir! An Improvised Piece of Pulp:
Lesher Center for the Arts
1601 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek
Thursday, April 19th – Sunday, April 22nd, 2018
$20MURDER, CRIME, SEDUCTION…
…Private eyes, femme fatales, and ridiculous metaphors pile up like a heap of trash at the city dump in Synergy Theater’s Spontaneous Noir: An Improvised Piece of Pulp! Completely improvised and all based on audience suggestions, this hysterical homage to Hollywood’s Film Noir will keep you in stitches right down to the very last shot of whiskey. So shut your mug and buy a ticket, see.
Palos Verdes Mall, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that Kuki’s Ice Cream Cakes, which opened a couple of years ago in the Palos Verdes mall in Walnut Creek, has closed. According to a sign in the window Taqueria La Plaza will be opening here soon. I wonder if this is the same restaurant in Concord on Sutter St?
1655 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Last year we learned that Beauty Lounge in downtown Walnut Creek would be getting a wine bar and this is expected to open by the beginning of May. Their Palos Verdes location has had a wine bar for seven years. In addition to wine and beer they also plan to offer martini cocktails made with soju sake. Check out their downtown Walnut Creek services here.
