Beyond the Creek

California Orders 25% Water Reduction

April 2, 2015 11:30 am

A couple of weeks ago I was passing by the Walgreens being developed in downtown Lafayette when I spotted this water leak right behind the fence. Although it’s hard to tell from the photo it was GUSHING water. I called EBMUD to report it so hopefully the leak was fixed.

Now we learn that California is imposing a 25% reduction in water usage. SFGATE reports that EBMUD is, “considering a drought surcharge of 25 percent on average on all users so that it can buy additional water” as well as “considering imposing excessive-use penalties on customers who consume four to six times as much water as average.”

Do you plan on reducing water usage? If so, how?

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Woodbury Condominiums to begin Selling in Late Spring in Lafayette

April 2, 2015 8:30 am

3730 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette

Last June we learned of a new condominium complex coming to Lafayette called Woodbury and construction is well under way with an expected completion date of late spring.

From their website:

Woodbury, the new residential enclave in the heart of Lafayette, was conceived to encourage elevated and convenient living. It is centrally located just a short five minute walk from downtown Lafayette. A community of 36 new luxury Garden Flats and 20 Terrace Condominiums, many with views of Mount Diablo, Woodbury represents a rare and special opportunity to own new construction in Lafayette.

Woodbury is scheduled to open and commence sales in late Spring 2015.

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Walnut Creek First Wednesdays this Evening in Downtown Walnut Creek

April 1, 2015 4:30 pm

Walnut Creek First Wednesdays:

Cypress St, Walnut Creek
Wednesday, April 1st, 2015
5:00pm – 8:00pm | Free

Last Minute Band – 10 piece classic R&B band
*Visit with the Easter Bunny
*Portraits by a Caricature Artist
*Clay Arts Education demonstrations
*Participate in painting a community
masterpiece with Canvas & Cabernet

Food Trucks:
Grab & Go Kabob
Tonli Dumpling
Tacos de los Altos
Kara’s Cupcakes

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Bike Rack of the Day

April 1, 2015 11:30 am

Spotted at the Willows shopping center in Concord. Glad to see new bike racks added throughout.

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Construction Begins on New Walgreens Building at Encina Grande in Walnut Creek

April 1, 2015 8:30 am

Ygnacio Valley Rd. & Oak Grove Rd, Walnut Creek

Last July we learned about updated plans for Walgreens and Whole Foods at the Encina Grand shopping center in Walnut Creek and construction has now begun on the new Walgreens and is expected to open by October, 2015 according to the owner Regency Centers. This is also when the old Walgreens will close. Note that although Walgreens and Safeway will occupy newly constructed buildings, the small buildings in-between will not be demolished. There will only be a new facade added to the front. Thanks to a reader for sending updated construction photos.

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Lafayette Dogtown Downtown Celebration on April 11th

March 31, 2015 4:30 pm

Lafayette Dogtown Downtown:

Lafayette Library Amphitheatre
Saturday, April 11th, 2015
10:00am – 1:00pm | Free

Love dogs? Don’t miss Lafayette Dogtown Downtown. Dogs invited. Parade starts at 10am. Registration begins at 9am at the Library Amphitheatre, located at First St. and Golden Gate Way. Click HERE to register for this event.

Long considered a pet friendly town, Lafayette is giving top billing to its canine community for its second annual Dogtown Downtown event, scheduled for Saturday, April 11, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is an event about – and for – dogs and dog lovers.

Designed to be a fun and festive canine-focused event, Lafayette Dogtown Downtown includes outdoor demonstrations, fun dog competitions, and other activities for dog lovers of all ages. Pet adoptions will be available and animal rescue group representatives will be on hand, as well as other dog-related vendors.

Admission and related activities, including the presentations, are free.

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Vitality Bowls Coming Soon to Merrill Gardens Senior Housing in Lafayette

March 31, 2015 11:30 am

3454 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette

Back in January we learned that the restaurant Vitality Bowls featuring Acai bowls would be coming to Lafayette in the Merrill Gardens senior housing project and the coming soon sign is now up. They will be located in a large corner section closest to downtown.

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Hair Salon Coming to Walnut Creek where Mt. Diablo Tile and Stone were Located

March 31, 2015 8:30 am

2073 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek

A couple of months ago a fire gutted Mt. Diablo Tile and Stone on Mt. Diablo Blvd. in Walnut Creek and apparently a Lafayette-based hair salon is planning to relocate to this location. Anyone know which hair salon?

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Baby Tarantula & Wildflower Hike on Mt. Diablo on Apr. 4th

March 30, 2015 4:30 pm

Photo by Flickr user Tarantuland

Baby Tarantula & Wildflower Hike:

Mitchell Canyon Visitor
Mount Diablo State Park
Saturday, April 4th, 2015
3:00pm – 5:00pm | $15

Explore the habitat of local tarantulas along the north face of Mount Diablo with Jim Holmes, an experienced naturalist. Spring is the time for newly hatched baby tarantulas to emerge from their burrows. Additionally, experience the vast array of wild flowers in bloom. Hikes start from Mitchell Canyon Visitor’s Center at Mount Diablo State Park and cover a distance of 2 miles. Hiking shoes and bottled water are highly recommended. Additional costs: $6 for parking at the Visitor’s Center. Map and directions will be sent after registration completed.

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Shish Kabab Show Making Way for “Graze” in Moraga

March 30, 2015 11:30 am

376 Park St, Moraga

According to a sign in the window of the Mediterranean restaurant Shish Kabab Show in the Rheem Shopping Center in Moraga an application for ownership change has been submitted with the name Graze. Stay tuned…

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