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The Veranda Shopping Center Opens in Concord

October 31, 2017 8:30 am

The Veranda, Concord

The shopping center The Veranda is now open in Concord with TJ Maxx having opened over the weekend and Lunchbox Wax opening today. As you can see in the above photo, Toys “R” Us / Babies “R” Us will be having a grand opening party on November 4th. In addition to stores and restaurants that we previously learned would be opening such as Super Duper Burgers, MOD Pizza (opening Nov. 14th), an IMAX movie theater, and Whole Foods 365, Peet’s (big corner spot), Puesto (San Diego-based Mexican), Residual Sugar Wine Bar and Coffee Shop will also be opening here. On top of that, while visiting there I learned that Popbar (gelato on a stick), a ramen spot (possibly Concord Ramen) and a boba cafe will also be opening. There will be 20 Tesla super chargers and Volta chargers. For children there will be a play area (including a Lucky Climber, see photo below) that will turn into an ice skating rink in December. Stay tuned for more stores to open in the coming weeks as well as a party to celebrate the ice skate rink in late November.

Check out more photos after the jump…

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Lafayette Juniors Rummage Sale Nov 4th at Lafayette-Orinda Presbyterian Church

October 30, 2017 4:30 pm

Photo from Lafayette Juniors

Lafayette Juniors Rummage Sale:

Lafayette-Orinda Presbyterian Church
49 Knox Dr, Lafayette
Saturday, November 4th, 2017
8:00am – 2:00pm | Free ($5 for 7am early bird entrance)

Pre-loved designer clothes, baby and kid clothes, toys, children’s gear, furniture, household goods, and much more. Cash and credit cards accepted. All sale proceeds benefit local non-profits that children, families, and communities in need. There is something for everyone at the Lafayette Juniors’ Annual Rummage Sale — from designer clothing and shoes to home goods and toys for all ages.

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Brass Bear Delicatessen Closing in Downtown Walnut Creek

October 30, 2017 11:30 am

1506 N. Main St, Walnut Creek

Alamo-based Brass Bear Delicatessen, which opened a second location in downtown Walnut Creek several years ago, will be closing at the end of November. A new delicatessen called Main Street Deli will be opening its place. Check out their Craigslist hiring page here. Stay tuned…

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Shhh… Fight Club Planned for Downtown Walnut Creek

October 30, 2017 8:30 am

Agora at South Main, Walnut Creek

I probably shouldn’t be talking about this, but a fight club is planning to open at the Agora apartment complex in downtown Walnut Creek. According to a recent city planning commission agenda, Omni Fight Club, a kickboxing and strength training instructional fitness studio is looking to occupy a 3,000+ spot next to T-Mobile.

From their website:

Omni Fight Club is for anyone who craves an inclusive, motivating exercise experience. No matter your fitness level, you will be successful here. If you’re looking for an exciting new challenge, look no further, our program delivers unlimited variety and rapid results. You’ll never perform the same routine twice, and our team training format offers a never-ending stream of encouragement and support.

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Man Rescued by Moraga FD as Fire Raged this Morning on Archer Circle

October 30, 2017 7:55 am

From the Moraga PD:

On 10/30/2017, 4:49 a.m., Dispatch received calls reporting a house fire on Archer Circle. Moraga Police and Moraga-Orinda Fire personnel responded to the scene and found the house at 9 Archer Circle fully engulfed with flames. Firefighters attached the fire and were able to prevent it from spreading to other houses.

Firefighters also rescued one of the occupants of the home. He was treated at the scene by Moraga-Orinda Fire paramedics and transported to John Muir Medical Center where he is being treated for burns. His condition is unknown. The other occupant of the home was able to escape without injury.

At least 9 fire engines and crews from the Moraga-Orinda Fire District and the Contra Costa County Fire District responded to the fire and worked to extinguish it. Fire personnel will be on the scene for most of the day to ensure the fire is out and to investigate the cause of the fire.

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Glow in the Streets: A Comfort & Joy Block Party at the Castro in San Francisco Oct 29th

October 27, 2017 4:30 pm

Photo by Flickr user wwward0

Glow in the Streets: A Comfort & Joy Block Party:

Noe Street between Market & Beaver
2298 Market St, San Francisco
Sunday, October 29th, 2017
4:00 – 10:00pm | $10 donation

To top off your Halloween/Samhain weekend, Comfort & Joy will be serving up a very special Castro block party.

For nearly two decades, GayGlo Guerrilla Theater was an infamous hallmark of the Castro’s radical queer culture, shutting down streets and delighting thousands of spectators with its amazing blacklite performances and saucy commentary.

The evening’s finale will feature a spectacular GayGlo Guerrilla Theater performance led by original organizers Chickpea, Frieda Lay and Sandy Shorts.

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Men’s Wearhouse to Include New Joseph Abboud Section with Separate Entrance

October 27, 2017 11:30 am

1101 Locust St, Walnut Creek

Men’s Wearhouse in Plaza Escuela in downtown Walnut Creek is planning on building a separate entrance on Locust St. to their new Joseph Abboud storefront according to a Design Review agenda scheduled next month. Check out this Fortune article from a couple of years ago to see how Men’s Wearhouse incorporated Joseph Abboud into their store.

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6 Year Anniversary for Beyond the Creek

October 27, 2017 10:00 am

Another year, another anniversary for Beyond the Creek. It’s been six years since I started writing this blog and I still enjoy walking around the East Bay finding out what’s new going on and meeting people from around the area. A lot of new development is happening as always with apartment complexes and shopping centers opening all over and new restaurants to enjoy. Even encountering a little snail moseying down a pathway is fun.

Thank you to everyone who has sent in tips and questions over the years; as someone with a full time job it makes it easier to find out what to check for new posts. Thanks also to everyone who has commented or just reads the posts. I look forward to what the next year has to offer in the East Bay! If you have any tips or quality of life issues you’d like featured please send email them to adam[at]beyondthecreek.com thanks!

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Friday Question of the Day – Where is the Best Milkshake?

October 27, 2017 8:30 am

Photo by Flickr user pasa

Having an elementary school-aged child means I always have someone to get a milkshake with. Dangerous, I know, but what can I say, I have a sweet tooth. Our go-to spot is San Francisco Creamery in downtown Walnut Creek. It’s casual, plenty of seating, and the shake itself is great. Of course, I’ve never met a milkshake I didn’t like, and it’s fun to hang out there chatting about superheroes and the likelihood of aliens visiting Earth. Where is your favorite spot to get a milkshake?

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Sustainable Enterprise Conference in Pleasant Hill Nov 1st

October 26, 2017 4:30 pm

Sustainable Enterprise Conference:

Pleasant Hill Community Center
320 Civic Dr, Pleasant Hill
Wednesday, November 1st, 2017
9:00am – 4:30pm | $25 ($35 at the door)

Sustainable Contra Costa is excited to announce the 2nd annual “Sustainable Enterprise Conference” – the annual gathering of business owners, entrepreneurs, civic leaders, educators and activists who are dedicated to the principals of Sustainability and One Planet Living.

We’re especially excited about our keynote talk “Drawdown: Making the Economic Case for Reversing Global Warming” with Chad Frischmann, VP & Research Director for Project Drawdown, based on the book edited by Paul Hawken.

Speakers and panelists address critical issues, showcase successful business models and present opportunities for creating a vibrant and truly sustainable economy.

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