Beyond the Creek

Rodgers Ranch Heritage Center
315 Cortsen Rd, Pleasant Hill
Saturday, February 27, 2016
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | $35

Whether pots on a balcony or a big back 40, learn how to choose and place plants so that they help each other grow for increased yield, soil health and less work for the gardener. Participants will be able to: identify 7 levels of a food forest (even on a balcony or small patio!), 6 critical functions of trees and how to use them in the garden; what types of trees and plants to use for desired functions; what to plant around trees; where to find additional information.

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Starbucks Coming Soon to Newell Ave/S. Main St in Walnut Creek

February 24, 2016 11:30 am

The Village, Walnut Creek

Last month we learned that Pacifc Bay Coffee Co. closed temporarily for remodeling at the corner of Newell Ave. and S. Main St, and diagonally across in the new Village development you can see the Starbucks “Coming Soon” sign up so it looks like this will be the first place to open in the new development. The is the same development where California Pizza Kitchen will be relocating to around the corner.

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Rick’s Picks Closes in Danville

February 24, 2016 8:30 am

375 Hartz Ave, Danville

Last month we learned that the deep discount retailer Rick’s Picks would be closing in Danville on Hartz Ave. and they have now closed after being in that spot for 12 years. You can still visit them at their Pleasanton location on Main St.

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Angels in America: Perestroika at Town Hall Theatre in Lafayette Feb 27th – Mar 19th

February 23, 2016 4:30 pm

Angels in America: Perestroika:

Town Hall Theatre
3535 School St, Lafayette
Saturday, February 27th – Saturday, March 19th, 2016

Previews: February 25th & 26th

You are fabulous creatures, each and every one. And I bless you: More Life.”
Tony Kushner’s epic masterpiece comes to an end in this jaw-dropping conclusion to the multiple Shellie Award-winning “Millennium Approaches”.**
This Pulitzer Prize-winning drama continues the story of the lives of Reagan-era New Yorkers turned upside-down as they face revelations about themselves and what it truly means to be an American at the dawn of the Third Millennium.

**Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Play (Dennis Markam), Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Play (Kerri Shawn), Outstanding Direction Of A Play (Joel Roster), Outstanding Production Of The Year
THIS PLAY IS RATED R FOR ADULT LANGUAGE AND MATURE THEMES.
AUDIENCE DISCRETION IS STRONGLY ADVISED.

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Amber Bistro Closes in Danville

February 23, 2016 11:30 am

500 Hartz Ave, Danville

From Diablo Dish we learn that the Asian-fusion restaurant Amber Bistro has closed on Hartz Ave. in Danville. Stay tuned for a new “farm to table” restaurant called Almanac opening in this spot this spring and check out renderings of the inside on the architect’s Facebook page here.

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IronHorse Equestrian Boutique Closes on Hartz Ave in Danville

February 23, 2016 8:30 am

370 Hartz Ave, Danville

The IronHorse Equestrian boutique has closed on Hartz Ave. in Danville and is available For Rent based on the sign in the window.

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Wine Tasting & Movie Event – Vincent Price Signature Collection at Cine Cuvee in Orinda on Feb 26th

February 22, 2016 4:30 pm

Wine Tasting & Movie Event – Vincent Price Signature Collection:

Cine Cuvee
2 Orinda Theatre Square, Orinda
Friday, February 26th, 2016
7:00pm | $10 wine tating / $10 movie

Join us at Cine Cuvee for your first wine tasting event! Sample the amazing wines from the Vincent Price Signature Collection with his daughter, Victoria Price. The evening will also include appetizers from Vincent’s world famous cookbook, A Treasury of Great Recipes. Plus an added bonus will be a special screening of Vincent Price’s classic film, House on Haunted Hill at 9PM at the Orinda Theatre. Victoria Price will be introducing the movie along with a lecture “Vincent Price: Master of Menace, Lover of Life”.

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Gott’s Roadside Coming to Downtown Walnut Creek

February 22, 2016 11:30 am

1275 S. Main St, Walnut Creek

Thanks to everyone for pointing out this San Francisco Business Times article about Napa-based Gott’s Roadside opening their first East Bay location in downtown Walnut Creek by year’s end. Last November we learned that Fresh Choice closed and this is where Gott’s Roadside will open. Look for the remodeled building to provide more outdoor seating. I have enjoyed their soft serve ice cream many times when I’m in the Ferry Building in San Francisco and look forward to trying more dishes once they open here.

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Vince Camuto Opens in Broadway Plaza

February 22, 2016 8:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

A couple of weeks ago we learned that the fashion store Vince Camuto would be opening soon in Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek and they have now opened. As you can see in the photo below the Broadway Plaza location features designer women’s handbags, clothing, shoes and accesories. Note that full-priced items are 15% off with code WALNUT15 through March 19th.

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Aubergine Playing at Berkeley Rep through March 20th at Peet’s Theatre

February 19, 2016 4:30 pm

Aubergine:

Peet’s Theatre
2025 Addison Street, Berkeley
Friday, February 5th – Sunday, March 20th, 2016
$35 – $89

Running time: 2 hours, plus one 15-minute intermission
An estranged son, a father who’s ill, a visiting uncle carrying their memories in tow, a woman without an appetite, and a refugee from a forgotten country—they all prove potent ingredients in this bittersweet and moving meditation on family, forgiveness, and the things that nourish us. When language fails, when the past fades, the perfect meal transcends time and culture and says more than words ever can. Julia Cho’s plays have garnered critical praise from New York to Los Angeles. Now she pairs with Michael Leibert Artistic Director Tony Taccone on the elegant, poignant, and lyrical Aubergine.

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