Spotted in downtown Danville in front of the Veteran’s Memorial building.
1517 Cypress St, Walnut Creek
Walking by Cypress St. in downtown Walnut Creek I noticed Wax Parlor has relocated next door, where Like New Jewelry used to be before they moved around the corner on N. Main St. A couple of years ago they relocated on the same street which means they have been in three Cypress St. spots!
Walnut Creek First Wednesdays:
Cypress St, Walnut Creek
Wednesday, May 6th, 2015
5:00pm – 8:00pm | FreeContinue the Cinco de Mayo celebration
with live salsa music provided by ‘Salsa Caliente’!
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Salsa dancers, and Beto and Noelani, from Tri Valley Salsa will
perform at 6pm. Enjoy the dancers or put on
your dancing shoes and take a short lesson!Food Trucks:
Canasta Kitchen
Ceviche & Co
Tonli Dumpling
Kara’s Cupcakes
1250 Newell Ave, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word and photo that Vanda Thai has opened where Chef Jon Lee, Asian Confusion used to be in the San Miguel Center at the corner of Newell and S. Broadway in Walnut Creek.
81 Moraga Way, Orinda
Back in January we learned that Blue Line Pizza would be coming to Hartz Ave. in Danville and one of the stores it’s replacing, Marley Cabinetry, is reopening in Orinda next to Supercuts.
Lafayette Library and Learning Center
3491 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
Thursday, May 7th, 2015
3:30pm – 6:00pm | FreeJoin us for an afternoon of fun celebrating all that is cool about Comic Books & Graphic Novels. Ages 5 & Up
* Free comic books for ages 13 and under only!
* Costume Contest
* 3rd Annual Comic Book Trivia Game
416 Sycamore Valley Rd, Danville
A new restaurant called Dana’s recently replaced Martini Sky in Danville Livery in Danville. Check out their Mother’s Day menu here. They are open Tuesdays – Sundays for lunch and dinner plus Sunday brunch.
Outdoor patio area:
California Filmmakers Showcase:
Century 14 Theater
1201 Locust St, Walnut Creek
Sunday, May 3rd, 2015
5:30pm | $12Join us for this special presentation of brilliant filmmaking from gifted California Filmmakers. With a Red Carpet, filmmakers and actors in attendance this is a block of films not to be missed.
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USA, Dave Brown, 15 mins
When a college professor suffers a psychotic break, his hospitalization forces him to confront his illness and its impact on his wife and young daughter.The Maestro
USA, Dave Bundtzen, 7 mins
A woman at a crossroad in her life explores another option, a path opened by the sounds from a piano just a floor away.Max
USA, Rajesh Naroth, 6 mins
Some decisions are tough. A very hard day in the life of Ms. Davis.Amazing Adventure
USA, Danny Clark, 4 mins
After being pulled into the world of a classic video game, one gamer must embark on an amazing adventure.Jes and Lora
USA, Patrick Coleman Duncan, 13 mins
Jes just needs to borrow gas for his car, but farm girl Lora wants to find out more about the stranger. Featuring songs by Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy.Tsuru
USA, Chris K.T. Bright, 23 min
May 1942, a time of serious racial prejudice as over 120,000 Japanese Americans are evacuated and forcibly interned by the government. When an elderly couple go into hiding, they are given aid by a young nurse, unfortunately the FBI has almost caught up to them.
Mitchell Canyon trailhead
96 Mitchell Canyon Rd, Clayton
Sunday, May 3rd, 2015
1:00pm – 5:00pm | $6/carJoin hike leaders Jake Van Akkeren and Leslie Bartholic on this 4.5 mile hike winding past Mitchell Rock through a lovely wildflower garden, then just below Twin Peaks with outstanding views of Back Creek Canyon, and up to North Peak and Mount Diablo’s summit.Explore the hills framing Riggs Canyon in the southeastern reaches of Mount Diablo State Park. After following the spiny ridge separating Back Creek and Mitchell Canyons for a short bit, the hike descends to the Eagle Peak Trail and lowlands below. From there, hike the Coulter Pine Trail back to the trailhead. Bring, liquids, dress in layers, be prepared for poison oak and wear comfortable hiking shoes. Steady rain or severe winds cancel. Meet at Mitchell Canyon Trailhead; $6/vehicle. No reservations required. Details at www.mdia.org.
