Beyond the Creek

Veggie Grill Opening in Walnut Creek

January 2, 2014 11:30 am

Locust St, Walnut Creek

Back in November I noted that southern California-based Veggie Grill may be opening in downtown Walnut Creek and it looks like this is definitely happening based on a public notice posted in the window and the site plan which you can see below. Note how the space previously occupied by the Nail Shop is still available for lease. I would have thought that Veggie Grill would have taken over that as well for more seating but looks like that’s not the case. Check out the Veggie Grill menu here.

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Claire’s Closes in Walnut Creek

January 2, 2014 8:30 am

The fashion accessory store for young women Claire’s has closed in Broadway Plaza.

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Happy New Year!

December 31, 2013 4:30 pm

Wishing everyone a healthy and rewarding New Year for you and your families!

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Dear BtCreek – New Year’s Eve Celebrations?

December 31, 2013 11:30 am

From the Beyond the Creek Facebook page:

Do we know of any bars in Walnut Creek having any New Year’s Eve celebrations?

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Brookstone Closes in Broadway Plaza

December 31, 2013 8:30 am

Brookstone has closed in Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek. According to a sign in the window the closest location is in the Sunvalley mall in Concord.

Closing sign:

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Create Your Own Potting Station at Ruth Bancroft Garden on Jan 11th

December 30, 2013 4:30 pm

Create Your Own Potting Station:

Ruth Bancroft Garden
1552 Bancroft Rd, Walnut Creek
Saturday, January 11th, 2014
10:00am – 10:30am | Free, members only

If you’ve taken a members course or workshop recently, you may have admired our nursery potting stations. These multipurpose work stations are just the right height and provide enough space to easily complete a variety of potting and planting jobs.
At this free member’s only course, garden director Troy McGregor will demonstrate how they are made. Learn how to create a single workstation that’s perfect for your home garden. Using recycled materials, we will create a demonstration table that will be raffled off at the end of the class. Raffle tickets will sold for $5 each.

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Naracamicie Closes in Walnut Creek

December 30, 2013 11:30 am

Naracamicie opened their Walnut Creek location in May of last year but due to the pending Broadway Plaza redevelopment, they have now closed however you can still check them out in San Francisco at 352 Sutter St. Check out their website here.

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La Soie Bridal Opens in Walnut Creek

December 30, 2013 8:30 am

Back in January I noted that an old building at the corner of N. Broadway and Cypress in downtown Walnut Creek was being demolished to make room for a new building that would house La Soie Bridal Salon on the first floor and they are now open. The entrance is on the Cypress side, and as you can see from the last photo there is still some construction going on at the corner with space available on the second floor, but the bridal salon is open and available for appointments according to a sign in the window. La Soie Bridal also has locations in Pasadena, Sacramento, Torrance and Valencia. Check out their website here.

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Dungeness Crab Party at Walnut Creek Yacht Club on Dec 31st

December 27, 2013 4:30 pm

Dungeness Crab Party:

Walnut Creek Yacht Club
1555 Bonanza St, Walnut Creek
Tuesday, December 31st, 2013
5:30, 6:00, 8:00, 8:30 | $55

family style seating & service

Menu
Calamari Antipasti
salami, olives, pickled vegetables, balsamic syrup

Warm Acme Sourdough Bread

Iceberg & Local Albacore Confit Salad

roasted red pepper, crispy fennel

lemon-oregano dressing

Local Dungeness Crab
chilled, regatta fries, coleslaw, cocktail sauce & lemon aioli

Triple TCHO Chocolate Brownie
warm peanut butter-caramel sauce
vanilla bean ice cream

roasted salted peanuts

$55.00 dollars per person
tax and gratuity not included

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ARF Animal Rescue Foundation Opens Popup Spot in Broadway Plaza

December 27, 2013 11:30 am

Tony La Russa’s Animal Rescue Foundation ARF has opened a temporary popup location where Häagen-Daz used to be next to Macy’s in Broadway Plaza. I’m glad they were able to make use of this space at least for the time being.

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