The Veranda, Concord
Coffee Shop has finally opened at the Veranda shopping center in Concord. With plenty of outside seating including a firepit with views of the automated fountain, they have chosen another great location to open. There are currently five cafes with more no doubt on the way. Check out the roasters they carry here.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
In the spring we learned that the furniture store Lovesac would be coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek and their signage is now up. Check out their online shop here and stay tuned for their showroom to open soon…
Regency Center
1290 Sutter St, San Francisco
Friday, September 21st – Sunday, September 23rd, 2018
$10 and upMap Fair Opens for General Admission Hours
The lecture series portion of the San Francisco Map Fair will be sponsored by the California Map Society. It will consist of three 40 minute lectures followed by a 10 minute Q & A period. The mission of the California Map Society to preserve and disseminate historical and contemporary cartography, primarily of California, for members as well as the general public.
The Shops at Todos Santos, Concord
It’s no surprise that the first restaurant coming soon signage spotted at the new The Shops at Todos Santos plaza is from mega chain Chipotle. Check out their menu here. The only place that would be able to open quicker would be Starbucks, right?
Yesterday we learned that the vegetarian restaurant The Lettuce Inn will be relocating within downtown Concord which got me thinking about my own meager vegetable intake. When I’m at a restaurant I try to convince myself to order a vegetarian dish. But then I see any number of meat dishes listed and I get an unbearable urge to order that instead, even if I know it will be less healthy. How can I convince myself to eat more veggies? Are you a vegetarian? If so, what made you become one? Health, environmental or something else?
What Went Wrong in Your Garden? (& How to Fix It):
Lafayette Library and Learning Center
3491 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
Tuesday, September 25th, 2018
6:30 – 8:00pm | FreeThis talk covers common vegetable growing problems and how to correct them. You will learn what causes tomatoes to crack, why zucchinis sometimes shrivel and die and why broccoli and cauliflower sometimes produce only tiny heads. Learn why onions often produce flowers and fail to develop good bulbs. You’ll hear about solutions to these and other vegetable crop problems and also receive suggestions for what vegetables to plant for the most reliable good results.
2115 Pacheco St, Concord
The vegetarian restaurant The Lettuce Inn is relocating across from Todos Santos Plaza in Concord to a new spot around the block on Pacheco St. As you can see in the photo below a new pizzeria called Islice will be opening in this location soon. Check out the Lettuce Inn menu here and find out more about The Lettuce Inn here.
From their website:
Our new location is bigger and better. We know you will love it. We have two areas for outdoor seating and finally our own restroom!!!!
1414 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
San Francisco-based luxury pet fashion boutique rororiri is coming to downtown Walnut Creek where Consignit Couture used to be. Check out their online shop here and find out more about the founder and fashion designer here. After you’re done shopping at Neiman Marcus now you’ll be able to stroll a couple of blocks to pick up the latest in dog fashion for your pet.
From their website:
rororiri is dedicated to all our furry babies who show us unconditional love, affection, and loyalty. At rororiri, we understand that the bond between you and your dog is unique and profound. Each rororiri creation is designed to enrich your love for your furry baby. We would be honored to be a part of this journey.
Civic Park
1375 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek
Saturday, October 20th, 2018
11:00am – 6:00pm | FreeJoin us in the biergarten or on the dance floor for another epic Oktoberfest in Walnut Creek. It’s a great place to show off your dirndl dress or don the lederhosen (not mandatory!). This free, day-long family-friendly event recreates the beloved German fall celebration.
OktoberfestWC includes live entertainment, music, dancing, arts & crafts, Bier Garden with dozens of craft beers, international music, Kinder Platz Kids Zone, gourmet food booths and over 40 vendors.
Live Entertainment Schedule:
11:00am – 12:30pm The Sons of the Soul Revivers
1:00pm – 2:00pm The Polka Dots
2:30pm – 4:00pm The Hitmen
4:30pm – 6:00pm Cut Loose
1507 Locust St, Walnut Creek
Edgy, Denmark-based Joe & the Juice is coming to rapidly urbanizing downtown Walnut Creek where D. Delucchi Fine Jewelry is currently located. Check out their menu here and apply for a job on their Walnut Creek page here. In addition to juices, shakes and coffee, they also offer various sandwiches and snacks. Find out more about them in this Fast Company article.
