Art on the Main:
Downtown Walnut Creek
Between Civic Dr. & Mt. Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek
Saturday, May 14th, 2016 – Sunday, May 15th, 2016
Art on the Main:
Downtown Walnut Creek
Between Civic Dr. & Mt. Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek
Saturday, May 14th, 2016 – Sunday, May 15th, 2016
Mitchell Canyon Visitors Center and Trailhead
Mt. Diablo State Park, Walnut Creek
Saturday, May 14th, 2016
10:00am – 1:00pm | $6 (per car – exact change)Join David Morris on a one mile, three hour walk up Mitchell Canyon to Red Road looking for butterflies and wildflowers, returning via Globe Lilly Trail. With luck, walkers should see up to 12 different butterflies, including Common Ringlet, Mylitta Crescent, various Blues, Checkerspots and Swallowtails. Dress in layers and bring a lunch or snacks, liquids and binoculars. Be prepared for mud, ticks and poison oak. Steady rain cancels.
Via Corners Tavern Facebook
From an email:
Have you joined us for one of our Swig Series dinners yet?
Our second dinner of the season is coming up soon and you won’t want to miss it! We’ve partnered with Altamont Beer Works from Livermore and will be offering a special four-course menu of paired dishes from Chef Adam Carpenter.
Sunday, May 15, 2016 — 6pm
Appetizers:
Tavern grilled cheese
Salt cod corn dog
Crab and corn fritter
Chef selection table snacks
Undersized iPA Session Ale1st course
Local Asparagus, 60 minute egg, chorizo vinaigrette, county line greens
Undersized iPA Session Ale2nd course
Crispy Tuna “Fish and Chips,” tempura tuna, purple potatoes, piquillo aioli
Rich Mahogany American Red Ale3rd course
Grilled Quail, corn polenta cake, coriander crust, maple glaze
Hop Arsenal IPA (seasonal new release)4th course
“Baked Livermore”
Almond Cake, house made vanilla ice cream, blueberry jus
Berry White Summer wheat/cream ale
Agora at South Main
Earlier this week we learned that Starbucks opened at the Agora apartment complex and T-Mobile will opening soon around the corner. Thanks to a reader for sending word.
1800 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek
The highly rated San Francisco-based pizzeria Slice House is getting ready to opening soon in downtown Walnut Creek. This is the final spot to open at the new development on the corner of Mt. Diablo Blvd. and Main St. Previously, ROOFTOP, Teleferic Barcelona and the clothing store Vineyard Vines opened over the past several months. Check for updates on their Facebook page here. As a huge pizza fan I can’t wait to try this place out!
1444 N. California Blvd, Walnut Creek
The iconic baseball bat door handles may be gone, but according to the Bay Area Newsgroup the restaurant MoMo’s, located next to AT&T Park in San Francisco is opening a second location in downtown Walnut Creek where McCovey’s used to be. Slater’s 50/50 was supposed to open here but that obviously fell through. Check out MoMo’s menus here.
From their website:
MoMo’s opened in 1998 and was so named in memory of our proprietor’s grandmother and mentor, whom he affectionately called MoMo. Located on the lively South of Market waterfront, we pride ourselves on offering a true San Francisco experience.
From an abundance of outdoor seating to a privileged view of AT&T Ballpark, we enjoy unique and distinct features that set us apart. Whether you choose to eat in our comfortable yet sophisticated dining room, outside on the patio or sitting at our famous bar, we provide high quality food and service throughout.
Come see for yourself why MoMo’s has become a San Francisco icon. MoMo’s is part of the Golden Bear Restaurant Corporation.
1496 Newell Ave, Walnut Creek
Starbucks is the first store to open in the new Agora apartment complex in downtown Walnut Creek on Newell Ave. Around the corner California Pizza Kitchen will eventually be opening and located diagonally across is Pacific Bay Coffee Co.
The first person who lists all downtown Walnut Creek Starbucks locations (including those within other stores) gets a free BtC t-shirt.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
The men’s shoe store Allen Edmonds, which we learned would be coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek last October, is getting ready to open soon as you can see by the newly revealed storefront signage. This is one of the last locations remaining to open in the newly developed front section. (Nespresso is the other remaining spot opening soon). Then there is the backside of Broadway Plaza with a whole new slew of stores getting ready to open over the summer.
Find out more about Allen Edmonds on their website here.
Family Arts Festival:
Shadelands Art Center / Civic Park Studios
Walnut Creek
Saturday, May 7th, 2016
10:00am – 2:00pm | FreeIt’s raining, but don’t worry! We’ve moved all of our wonderful activities inside.
We invite all youth and adults to make, create and explore at our Family Arts Festival! This event features activities for all ages, including live demos, art-making stations, vendors and music. Join us, it’s FREE and OPEN to the public!
SHADELANDS (111 N. Wiget Lane, Walnut Creek)
In addition to the art-making stations, enjoy music, vendors and a community art sale, make a baseball pennant or jersey with the Bedford Gallery, munch on popcorn, lunch at Street Dogs Food Truck, let the kids enjoy the bounce house and view our Youth Art Exhibition on display at the Shadelands Art Center.Open Studio and Demonstration Schedule @ Shadelands
• Printmaking Studio (All Day)
• Anime and Cartooning Studio (All Day)
• Glass Making Demonstration (All Day)
• Calligraphy Studio (10:00am to 12:00pm)
• Mixed Media Collage Studio (12:00pm to 1:30pm)CIVIC PARK (1365 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek)
Head over to Civic Park Studios to watch a LIVE throwing demonstration with Studio Manager Gregory Byard, a handbuilding studio with Rana Nassar and more!Attendants who visit both locations will be entered to win a tote bag full of goodies!
Celebrate National Public Gardens Day:
The Gardens at Heather Farm
1540 Marchbanks Dr, Walnut Creek
Friday, May 6th, 2016
10:00am – 3:00pm | FreeThe Gardens at Heather Farm is proud to announce participation with American Public Gardens Association for “National Public Gardens Day” on Friday, May 6, offering a schedule of free activities throughout the day. The Gardens invites visitors to share in this valuable community resource and experience the wonders of nature provided by its six-acre public garden and wildlife habitat nestled on a picturesque hillside in Walnut Creek.
According to the National Wildlife Federation, “fewer Americans have a connection to nature than ever before in the history of the U.S.” Public gardens, such as The Gardens at Heather Farm, exist to bridge that gap and help local communities share in the wonders of our natural world. The Gardens offers a place to learn about and enjoy an inspiring variety of flowers, trees and wildlife. A Youth Education Program provides natural science classes to over 15,000 local students, while an Adult Education Program offers lectures and workshops perfect for home gardeners and nature lovers. A series of garden beautification projects have recently been completed, with plans on the horizon to build a greenhouse that will enrich the garden and expand teaching opportunities.
Bring a picnic lunch, learn more about The Gardens’ organization and celebrate the wonderful world of gardening on National Public Gardens Day!
On Friday, May 6, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., visitors to The Gardens will enjoy the following free activities:
● 10-11 a.m. Spring Floral Arranging Demonstration by popular designer, Najat Nicola, using roses and fresh floral cuttings from The Gardens property
● 11:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. Guided garden tours by trained volunteer docents
● 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Crafts & activities for kids
● Expert gardening advice from GHF Garden Manager, Brian Larsen
● Chance to win prizes including fresh floral arrangements, potted plants, membership, classes & more
● Complimentary refreshments