Beyond the Creek

Concord Hilton
1970 Diamond Blvd, Concord
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2015
6:00pm – 9:00pm | $50
Join us in celebrating all the nominees and winners of the Leadership in Sustainability and Green Building Awards on September 23rd. Master of Ceremonies John Sasaki of KTVU News will join special guest presenters including Contra Costa Supervisor John Gioia and Supervisor Mary Piepho. This fun and inspiring event celebrates local individuals and organizations for their commitment to a healthy environment, economy and society – so that Contra Costa remains a wonderful place for generations to come.

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California Pizza Kitchen Closing in a Few Months in Broadway Plaza

September 21, 2015 11:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

California Pizza Kitchen will be closing their Broadway Plaza location in downtown Walnut Creek, possibly with a few months. One source indicates they will eventually be relocating to the nearby Agorra (previously known as The Village) condo complex at Newell Ave. and S. Main St. Stay tuned…

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Pop Up Alert – Toss Designs Opens on Hartz Ave. in Danville

September 21, 2015 8:30 am

522 Hartz Ave, Danville

You may recall a few years ago the Bay Area design house Toss Designs opened a temporary popup shop in Broadway Plaza which actually lasted until last year and now they’re back in the East Bay, this time in Danville on Hartz Ave. where Papyrus used to be. This location is also a a temporary popup spot but depending on how things go they may end up permanently in Danville…

From their Facebook page:

Since 2004, the girls at Toss have been living and breathing handbags! With a flair for fashion and an eye for detail, Toss has become the authority on totes, travel bags and all accessories in between. Fashion divas flock to Toss for the fresh patterns, unique color combos and functional shapes. Ranging from rolling duffels in wild and whimsical prints to beautiful caning totes trimmed in patent, each season’s assortment highlights the very latest in fashion and style. Toss also knows how to delight your inner party-girl with chic cocktail shakers and bar essentials.

This San Francisco Bay Area design house knows that a bag is only as fabulous as its attention to detail and quality. Each Toss item packs an element of surprise – from contrast lining to thoughtful interior pockets for a girl’s necessities and electronic obsessions. Toss girls are effortlessly chic and have the perfect bag for every occasion. Trips to the beach and weekend getaways have never looked better!

More photos of the inside after the jump…

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Walnut Festival Twilight Parade on Sept. 19th in Downtown Walnut Creek

September 18, 2015 4:30 pm

Photo from Flickr user cityofwalnutcreek

Walnut Festival Twilight Parade:

Main St, Walnut Creek
Saturday, September 19th, 2015
6:00pm | Free

The Walnut Festival Twilight Parade is the kick off event for the city of Walnut Creek’s 78th annual Festival.

The Twilight Parade is being held on Saturday September 19, 2015. The parade starts at
6 p.m. and will travel along Main Street in Walnut Creek, CA, from Mt. Diablo Boulevard to Civic Drive, ending at Civic Park.

This year’s theme, “Through The Wide Eyes of a Child“, is all about imagination and whimsically created costumes, floats, decorated cars, motorcycles, bicycles, bands, drill teams, cheer teams and all others who will entertain us with their talents and creativity.

We look forward to seeing all of our friends and family joining in on the theme and attending the parade in costume.

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Progress on Walgreens at Encina Grande in Walnut Creek

September 18, 2015 11:30 am

Encina Grande, Walnut Creek

There has been lots of progress on the redevelopment going on at Encina Grande on Ygnacio Valley Rd. in Walnut Creek. As you can see the new Walgreens exterior on the far end is up as are the neighboring shops next door as shown in the photo below. What a difference compared to how this shopping center looked before.

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Friday Question of the Day – Is Broadway Plaza getting Too Many Activewear Clothing Stores?

September 18, 2015 8:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

This week we learned that the activewear clothing store YOGASMOGA would be joining other activewear shops before year’s end at Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek, including Athleta, Lululemon, Kit & Ace, and Ivviva. Is the activewear fashion movement here to stay or is this a fad that will subside in the future? Do you feel there are too many activewear shops coming to Broadway Plaza?

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V3 Hopfest Party on Sept. 19th in San Ramon

September 17, 2015 4:30 pm

V3 Hopfest Party:

2600 Camino Ramon, San Ramon
Saturday, September 19th, 2015
12:00pm – 5:00pm | $35 ($45 at door)

Join us for San Ramon Valley’s premier craft brew festival after the ride. Not interested in riding? Not a problem, just join us for some fun at the Hopfest portion of the event. Weather is all but guaranteed and the beer and eats are unmatched! Sample brews from 20 of Northern California’s finest craft breweries, savor the fine offerings from Food Truck Mafia and enjoy live music at our fantastic site in Bishop Ranch!

Hopfest runs from Noon – 5:00 p.m.

Tickets for Hopfest can be purchased as part of the bike ride (at a reduced rate) or you can purchase them separately ($35 prior to the event, $45 at the door). Tickets will be available ONLINE until September 18th at 10:00 PM, after which tickets will be available when the Hopfest begins at noon on the 19th.

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Game Over for Valley Vista Tennis Club – Closing Jan. 31st in Walnut Creek

September 17, 2015 3:35 pm

3737 Valley Vista Rd, Walnut Creek

The rumors have been swirling for years now but unfortunately it’s game over for the Valley Vista Tennis Club and the entire ClubSport center as it is closing on January 31st in Walnut Creek. According to an employee I spoke with it looks like the owners are looking to sell. Considering the head pro left recently along with several other pros this isn’t coming as a complete surprise but this is very disappointing!

What other tennis options are there besides Heather Farms?

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The Orchards at Walnut Creek Shopping Center Opening Fall, 2016

September 17, 2015 11:30 am

Ygnacio Valley Rd. and Oak Grove Rd, Walnut Creek

In March we learned that The Orchards at Walnut Creek shopping center located across from the Encina Grande shopping center was delayed but development is back on track with a sign indicating a fall, 2016 opening. Safeway will be relocating from Encina Grande, along with the gym Crunch, the department store Stein Mart, and Petco. Check for updates at their website here.

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Farmyard Darlings is Expanding in Lafayette at Old Hen House

September 17, 2015 8:30 am

20 Lafayette Circle, Lafayette

The vintage furniture shop Farmyard Darlings is expanding from their Mt. Diablo Blvd. location behind the Mt. Diablo Nursery & Garden to the former “Hen House” spot near La Fiesta Square in downtown Lafayette and will be opening this Saturday, September 19th. Check out their Facebook page here.

From their announcement:

Farmyard Darlings is excited to announce an additional venue in Lafayette, California located at 20 Lafayette Circle — formerly “The Hen House” — and will maintain current space on 3295 Mt. Diablo Blvd.

“We are excited to occupy The Hen House not only because its an historic building, but it speaks of a life before this one – of ethics that brings you back to the days when your handshake was your word and when people willingly rolled up their sleeves and worked hard.” – The Farmyard Darlings, Kim & Carole

More photos after the jump…

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