Beyond the Creek

Rakestraw Books
3 Railroad Ave, Danville
Tuesday, June 7th, 2016
7:00pm – 10:00pm | $15

This year’s Book Group Festival — a celebration of books, book groups, and writing — is inspired by the powerful belief that sharing stories with each other is incredibly important. As we become more and more disconnected from each other — our busy lives, the digital illusion — coming together to discuss a great book, and our lives and values, is more important than ever. Every great book group needs great books to discuss and that’s where we come in! During the course of this evening, our team of book nerds will present a terrific array — some new and some not-so-new — of books worth reading and worth discussing. We promise your group will go away fired up to read beyond the bestseller list, and way, way beyond your sister’s hairdresser’s friend’s self-published novel!

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Slice House Opens in Downtown Walnut Creek, Patio Coming Soon

June 1, 2016 11:30 am

1500 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek

Great news as San Francisco-based pizzeria Slice House has opened in downtown Walnut Creek and is the final spot to open in the development at the corner of Mt Diablo Blvd. and Main St. Check out their Walnut Creek menu here. Seating is fairly limited but the good news is that a new patio will be opening soon in part of the parking lot next door.

As a discerning pizza fanatic from NY, I take my pizza seriously and this is definitely the real deal. I pay particular attention to the crust and the Slice House crust was superb. I’ve also noticed pizza around here tends to be lacking in tomato sauce and as you can see in the photo of the pizza after the jump, these slices have the perfect combination of cheese to tomato sauce. It hit all the right notes and I’m glad there is now a spot to grab a real slice in downtown Walnut Creek.

More photos after the jump…

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Album Cover of the Day

June 1, 2016 8:30 am

Joe Simon, Happy Birthday, Baby, spotted at spotted at Half Price Books in Concord.

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MOTOWN Street Fest in Downtown Walnut Creek on June 1st

May 31, 2016 4:30 pm

MOTOWN Street Fest:

Cypress Street, Walnut Creek
Wednesday, June 1st, 2016
5:00pm – 8:00pm | Free

The Motor City’s Motown Sound comes to Walnut Creek with Mid-Week Motown, a family friendly evening of soul inspired pop tunes from the Project 4 Band, delicious treats from Food Truck Mafia’s 3 Geeks, Out of the Cave and Tacos de los Altos, games, shopping and more! Moonwalkers can Spin the Wheel of Walnut Creek Fortune for a chance at winning a prize, enjoy a selection of local craft beer and wine, kettle corn and shaved ice. More than 25 vendors will line Cypress Street and ARF’s pet mobile will have plenty of loving pets to rescue and take home.

More fun: Children of all ages can have a seat in the 8’ by 8’ giant inflatable “Big Chair, “ or play family-friendly games at the Gaming Truck from Games 2 U. The cost is $4 per ten minute play session.

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Broderick Opens Today in Downtown Walnut Creek

May 31, 2016 11:30 am

1548 Bonanza St, Walnut Creek

The Sacramento-based restaurant Broderick Roadhouse is opening today in downtown Walnut Creek where the popular diner Hubcaps used to be. According to their Facebook page they even have a small section of hubcaps hanging on the wall which is a great idea. Check out the Walnut Creek menu here (scroll down). The photos of the inside below show a completely updated and new look with bar serving alcoholic drinks.

From their website:

Broderick Walnut Creek is located in the heart of Downtown Walnut Creek, in the space formerly occupied by a historic eatery, Hubcap’s Diner. The new location features an over-the-top design and build out, featuring elements of Walnut Creek’s history and artwork by Sacramento artist, Shaun Burner. Broderick Walnut Creek is set to be the area’s destination location for scratch made comfort food, craft beer and cocktails! Brunch is served on Saturdays & Sundays.

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Orangetheory Fitness “Coming Soon” to Lafayette

May 31, 2016 8:30 am

3517 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette

In March we learned that heart rate monitoring gym Orangetheory Fitness would be coming to Lafayette and the “Coming Soon” signage is now up and you can sign up for “Founders” rates now. According to a comment on their Facebook page it will be several months before they open. Check for updates on their Facebook page here. If they offer use of the parking lot next door that would be a huge member perk as it’s becoming harder to find parking with new restaurants and stores opening up in nearby Park Plaza.

Learn more about the Orangetheory workout here.

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Enjoy your Memorial Day Weekend!

May 27, 2016 4:45 pm

Photo by Flickr user timomcd

Remember those who have lost their lives serving our country and have a great Memorial Day weekend!

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Another Restaurant Opening near new Pleasant Hill BART called En Route

May 27, 2016 11:30 am

7001 Sunne Ln, Walnut Creek

Thanks to a reader for sending word (and photo) about a new restaurant opening at the Avalon apartment complex located near the Pleasant Hill BART station in Walnut Creek. It will be called En Route and is set to open right across from the Peruvian restaurant Parada. The other restaurant will be opening down the block next to where Zoom Room used to be and will be called Hops & Scotch. Stay tuned…

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Friday Question of the Day – What is your Favorite Restaurant for Outdoor Dining?

May 27, 2016 8:30 am

Now that it’s getting nicer out and with Memorial Day weekend ahead of us, what is your favorite restaurant for outdoor dining?

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The Candy Counter Closes in Walnut Creek

May 26, 2016 11:30 am

1385 N. Main St, Walnut Creek

After two years in downtown Walnut Creek, sadly, The Candy Counter has officially closed. You’re going to have to head out to Powell’s in Lafayette or Sweet Street in Danville to get your candy rush.

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