I don’t know what it is about Broadway Plaza and black Ferraris…
Back in November I noted the January opening of the new 24 Hour Fitness in Walnut Creek at 2800 N. Main St. and there will be a grand opening celebration on Saturday, January 26th to mark the opening.
From their website:
24 Hour Fitness Team Members invite guests to attend opening day for complimentary club tours. Event attendees will have the opportunity to sample several Group X® classes including 24Cycle®, Les Mills BODYPUMP™ and Zumba®. Additionally, 24 Hour Fitness will provide complimentary Kids’ Club babysitting service to members and guests.
This press release notes that tours will begin at 6am on opening day.
Check out the floor plan with basketball court and lap pool:
To see the 2nd floor (and first floor in a larger size) click here. The second floor will contain the group exercise room, cardio equipment, group cycle room and have a large open space visible to the first floor.
Photo by Flickr user life is good (pete)
From the City of Walnut Creek webpage:
The annual Martin Luther King Day celebration will be held at noon Monday, Jan. 21 at the Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall, 1365 Civic Dr. The keynote speaker will be the Rev. Dr. Donna Allen, founder and paster of New Revelation Community Church Oakland. Music will be performed by the Shell Ridge Ramblers. The free event is sponsored by the Mt. Diablo Peace and Justice Center and the Interfaith Council of Contra Costa County.
One of the most hotly anticipated restaurant openings is Ike’s sandwich shop which is planning on opening in downtown Walnut Creek a few stores down from the Cheesecake Factory. However, judging by Ike’s recent Facebook replies it looks like they are having a hard time obtaining a permit for some reason. Check what Ike had to say on December 28th:
I wonder what the problem is and whether the permit problem is related to the city or the county? I really hope they open by spring because I want to try one of their world renowned sandwiches!
A couple of weeks ago I noted that Petar’s would be closing and now I have some scuttlebutt that McCormick & Schmick’s, the seafood and steakhouse will be moving into the Petar’s location in downtown Lafayette. McCormick & Schmick’s has various locations around the country and also own Spenger’s Fresh Fish Grotto on Fourth Street in Berkeley.
This would be pretty big news if true but please note that I have no official confirmation at this point.
From an email:
Lamorinda Home Expo ‘13
Home Expo ’13 is designed for homeowners in all stages of the remodeling, landscaping or decorating of their homes.
Whether you are a new homeowner, or someone who has lived in your home for years, anyone with an interest in updating, enhancing, or creating a new look for their home will benefit from Home Expo ’13.
Get inspired and excited about your home and the countless possibilities! Meet face to face with home improvement, landscaping and design professionals. Get expert advice and tips.
Free to the public!
Sunday, Jan. 27, 10AM – 4PM at the Veterans Memorial Building, 3780 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette.
More information online at: www.lamorindawebhomeexpo.com
You may recognize the Alicia Klein brand from the popup kiosk that opened in December in the Liberty Bell Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek featuring Alicia Klein signature Taxi Wallets and other handbags. Well, it turns out that Alicia Klein is a Walnut Creek resident and has a showroom in downtown Lafayette near the back of La Fiesta Square.
From the Alicia Klein Facebook page:
With the motto “Making the Case for the Working Woman,” Alicia officially launched her signature collection in 2003. Originally designed with the female executive in mind, the collection has grown to appeal to business people of all ages and career levels.
But it’s not all business — there’s whimsy, too! Fans of the iconic Nancy Drew Mystery Stories® are thrilled with our fine Imagery leather accessories celebrating the famous girl sleuth. And most of Alicia’s accessories are available in an array of rich, juicy colors and patterns that brighten your day while organizing your stuff.
Check out the showroom inside:
The Alicia Klein showroom is located at 3541 Wilkinson Lane in downtown Lafayette in the back of La Fiesta Square.
Photo by Flickr user Toban B.
A reader writes:
I want to know what the police officers are getting paid for…basically why they’re taking a cut in my tax when I don’t feel like their doing their job? I was at a local bar this evening in over a years since I last went out. Towards the end of the evening my husband and I noticed a fight starting to take place. My husband and I had a mission to leave out the front door and not the opposite way because of all the action that could be going on and we just wanted to get home to our 19 month old son safe, sound and alive. I luckily was able to go out the front door without realizing the other people in my group got stopped even after they said they were with me and I was already outside and instructed them to go the opposite that was towards the chaos. As I walked out I told the bouncers that I thought a fight was occurring but they knew and were securing the front doors from anymore entrance and when I got outside there was three WC officer which I repeated the same thing and they said that’s what the bouncers are for. I was shocked. Like seriously, are you kidding me. You get paid way more than these guys to handle situations like this and for a citizen to be concerned I def expected a different reaction. Seriously, they were just hanging out like this was a date night for them, I was disturbed. I didn’t stick around to watch after I saw the rest of my party and jumped in a cab and headed back home but I did notice the trouble making party coming out from the front entrance all mad and still running their mouths. I just wanted to get the hell out of there. I’m sorry I’m not trying to cause problems but needed to vent. I love this town but if you’re an officers and a citizen is concerned about a situation, that response is not appropriate and needs to be addressed..my Saturday night isn’t your Saturday night.
From the Orinda Library:
The Winter Music Series continues as the Orinda Library hosts a trio of talented musicians: Carol Alban (vocals/flute), Frank Martin (keys)and Marc Levine (bass). They will share selections from the Great American Songbook including Night and Day by Cole Porter, Summertime by Gershwin and Fly Me to the Moon by Bart Howard. Join us as we start off the new year with jazz in the library. This performance is free and takes place inside the library.
The performance takes place from 6:30pm – 7:30pm at the Orinda Library.
