Spotted in Walnut Creek.
Lamorinda Music
81 Lafayette Cir, Lafayette
Saturday, April 18th, 2015
8:00pm | $10Ever wonder what happened to the priest, the rabbi and the pastor after they left the bar? Or, those 15 Berkeley grad students after they changed the light bulb? Or, that chicken after she finally crossed the road? Find out in THE JOKE SHOW!, our brand new improv show debuting in April. It’s an outrageous evening of improvised comedies all based on your favorite jokes! Conceived and directed by Synergy Theater‘s Ben Piper in his directorial debut!
3406 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
Thanks to a reader for sending word that a new restaurant featuring seasonal California cuisine, The Hideout Kitchen & Cafe, has opened in place of the Italian restaurant Giardino on Mt. Diablo Blvd. in Lafayette. Owner JP Balingit is the former directory of culinary operations at Jack’s Restaurant and Bar in Pleasant Hill with longtime restaurant experience. Menus change daily; check out a recent lunch menu here, dinner menu here and brunch menu here. Lunch and dinner are available Tuesday – Friday with brunch and dinner available on weekends beginning at 9am. There is an outdoor dining area as well.
The interior features eclectic collectible pieces such as the display case featuring bread from local bakery The Rising Loafer. The bar is made from reclaimed wood from their neighbor. (See photos of this and more after the jump.)
Check out more photos after the jump…
Spotted in Concord, the sign says, “El Azucar Muerde” (Sugar Bites):
From the first 5 Contra Costa website:
In an effort to prevent childhood obesity, First 5 Contra Costa and the Healthy and Active Before 5 collaborative have launched a hard-hitting campaign urging parents to protect their toddlers and preschoolers from sugary drinks, and serve them water instead.
As you can see from the artwork, we’re not pulling any punches with this campaign.
Wake Up the Garden with New Five-Day Spring Garden Sale:
Ruth Bancroft Garden
1552 Bancroft Rd, Walnut Creek
Saturday, April 11th, 2015 – Thursday, April 16th, 2015
FreeSaturday:
- Members Only Pre-Sale 9am-11amEntry granted to members of The Ruth Bancroft Garden only! No reciprocal members or guest passes.
- Memberships available at the door
- Public sale 11am – 3pm
- Docent-led tours at 11am and 1pm
- Free admission all day (Saturday only)
- Garden open until 4pm
Sunday – Thursday:
- The public sale continues 10am – 4pm each day
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Compared to the last time we took a look at the Broadway Plaza redevelopment in downtown Walnut Creek back last November, there has been amazing progress. You can see where the windows will be, one new parking garage has been completed, and Macy’s new window is up. Check out the latest progress here. I’m looking forward to the grand opening towards the end of the year!
With news that Walnut Creek has lost TheBEND food truck market people have been wondering what would be a good location for a new food truck market. One suggestion was the, “big open parking area in front of CVS at the corner of California and Olympic”. What about Cypress St. where Walnut Creek Wednesdays are held? What other locations are out there for a food truck market?
1531 Locust St, Walnut Creek
We’ve been following the progress on the new heart rate monitoring gym Orangetheory Fitness coming to downtown Walnut Creek and the latest word is that it expects to open “end of the month” according to their Facebook page.
1960 North Main St, Walnut Creek
Formerly known as Moderna on North Main Apartments, progress continues on the rental complex Moderna in downtown Walnut Creek across from Target. A giant “coming summer 2015” sign has been posted and their website notes, “Leasing is expected to begin in Spring of 2015 with first move-ins in Mid Summer of 2015.” Check out the features and amenities here. There will be electric car charging stations and an on-site CarShare program, not to mention a super convenient gas station. Other features include a, “pool area with large sun deck, hot-tub and barbeque facilities” and fitness studio.
What’s the Buzz: Backyard Beekeeping Workshop:
Rodgers Ranch Heritage Center
315 Cortsen Rd, Pleasant Hill
Thursday, April 16th, 2015
10:00am – 12:00pm | $20Are you thinking about keeping bees? Or perhaps you just want to know more about these miraculous garden helpers and how to encourage them to visit your yard? Our expert from the Mt. Diablo Beekeeper’s Assocation will teach us about bee biology, equipment, installation, seasonal management, bee-friendly gardens and much more.