The Orchards at Walnut Creek
Another day, another Starbucks opens in Walnut Creek, this time in the Orchards shopping center where of course a Starbucks inside Safeway exists a couple of doors down.
The Orchards at Walnut Creek
Another day, another Starbucks opens in Walnut Creek, this time in the Orchards shopping center where of course a Starbucks inside Safeway exists a couple of doors down.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
It came as a surprise to me when I parked my car at Broadway Plaza a couple of weeks ago that they still hadn’t started charging for parking at their garages. They were supposed to begin charging September 12th but it’s still free to park. According to a text message from Broadway Plaza, they, “do not have a set date for when [they] will be adding the parking charge”.
Orinda Theatre Square, Orinda
Saturday, October 8th, 2016
4:30pm – 7:00pm | $45Twenty Bartenders Compete for Mixologist of the Year at Orinda Theatre Square
Come celebrate at our fundraiser to support the arts in the Lamorinda communities of Lafayette, Moraga and Orinda. Tasting Tickets are only $45 to sample 20 different cocktails (in safe and sane portions). The festivities start at 4:30pm on October 8, 2016.
- Sample 20+ craft cocktails
- Finger foods
- Souvenir shot glass
- Vote for your favorite drink
- Bartenders competing for cash & prizes
Blackhawk Plaza, Danville
Blackhawk Burger opened early last year in Blackhawk Plaza in Danville but they have now closed. What’s the best place to get a burger in Danville?
The Orchards at Walnut Creek
Shops at the new Orchards shopping center across from Encina Grande on Ygnacio Rd. are slowly opening up with the latest being Petco. With Petsmart opening across the street at Encina Grande it will be great for local pet owners.
“the Blackhawk Speaker Series featuring Vic Elford scheduled for Saturday, October 8 has had to be postponed.”
Blackhawk Museum
3700 Blackhawk Plaza Cir, Danville
Saturday, October 8th, 2016
10:30am – 12:00pm | Free with museum admissionBorn in London, Vic Elford was one of the fastest drivers of the Sixties and Seventies… and a Porsche hero. Nicknamed “QUICK VIC” by his peers, legendary driver Vic Elford is arguably the most versatile all round driver of all time.
There will be a Q&A session at the conclusion of the event. Speaker Series events are free with admission to the Museums. Members of the Museum are free year-round. Join Today!
1556 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek
In April we learned that the home decor and furniture shop Z Gallerie would be returning to downtown Walnut Creek early next year but according to the signage on the window vacated by Anthropologie look for a November opening. Their website notes a December opening so we’ll see….
Senator Barbara Boxer: The Art of Tough: Fearlessly Facing Politics and Life:
Lafayette Library and Learning Center
3491 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
Wednesday, October 26th, 2016
12:00 – 1:00pm | $35Senator Barbara Boxer’s memoir, The Art of Tough, shares provocative and touching recollections of her service, and cements her commitment to the fight for women, families, quality environmental protection, all in a peaceful world.
Advance tickets required. No tickets sold at the door.
1320 Locust St, Walnut Creek
The grab-and-go juice, meal and snack spot Urban Remedy opened recently in downtown Walnut Creek next to Veggie Grill. It reminded me of Pressed Juicery a block away but they emphasized to me that they use organic ingredients. While Urban Remedy doesn’t offer frozen “yogurt” like Pressed does, they do offer ready-to-go meals and snacks. I tried the “Vegan Caesar with Cumin Chickpea Croutons” and cacao chip bar and enjoyed it! Especially since you’re allowed to sit outside where the Veggie Grill tables are. I’m not sure if that’s the official policy but people at both Urban Remedy and Veggie Grill said it’s ok to sit there which is great! Check out their meals and snacks here and juices here.
More photos of the inside after the jump…
