Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Check out the latest progress on Macy’s in Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek. Compare to the reddish tiles on the old Macy’s. Which style and coloring do you like more? Note that the Believe sign is actually hiding glass paneling which is going to thankfully allow plenty of natural light inside.
The 57,000 square foot side expansion:
1539 Locust St, Walnut Creek
Last month we learned that Second to None Consignment would be closing in downtown Walnut Creek and they have indeed closed. It was fun window shopping while strolling down Locust St. so it’s too bad they’re gone.
With the holiday season having finished the Macy’s parking garage in Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut creek is now closed due to the massive redevelopment going on. The new multi-level parking garage next to Nordstrom opened last month and there is complementary valet parking as well but I wonder how this will affect the parking situation in downtown Walnut Creek. I may have to scout out more free street parking further away.
3 Railroad Ave, Danville
Thanks to a reader for sending word that Rakestraw Books has moved from their Hartz Ave. location to nearby Danville Square (Trader Joe’s) next to Starbucks on Railroad Ave. They reopened last Sunday and this location has 50% more space compared to their old location. Check out their upcoming events here.
Old location on Hartz Ave:
2260 Oak Grove Rd, Walnut Creek
The gym 9 Round 30 Min Kickbox Fitness opened in the Nob Hill Shopping Center in Walnut Creek back in March. They offer unlimited 30 minute kickboxing workout classes throughout the day for a flat monthly fee.
From their website:
9Round is a specialized fitness center dedicated to serving clients who want a unique, fun, and proven workout that guarantees results. 9Round offers traditional “old school” boxing and kickboxing fitness programs that incorporate functional, interval, cardiovascular, and circuit training regimens. The programs consist of a proprietary system of 9 challenging workout stations developed by a professional fighter. 9Round delivers total body results in a quick and convenient 30 minute workout with no class times and a trainer with you every step of the way. – See more at: http://www.9round.com/workout.php#sthash.RKRzHDah.dpuf
1009 Oak Hill Rd, Lafayette
A bit late with this but the furniture, accessories, and gift shop Indigo & Poppy Fine California Living opened over the summer in Lafayette. They also offer interior design services. Check out their Facebook page here.
From their website:
Indigo & Poppy sees the beauty in every room. We believe that joy can be found in any well-chosen object—a print with a sense of history, a sofa that invites the best conversations, or a French vase that begs to be filled to the brim with native blooms. Indigo & Poppy weaves beautiful details together to create California elegance…Fresh and Distinctive.
2995 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that Alexander Kat Furniture is closing in the Encina Grande Shopping Center in Walnut Creek on Ygnacio Valley Road. The sign in the window says “80% off on selected items”.
Previously we learned that this shopping center will be completely remodeled anchored by Whole Foods which will replace Safeway which is moving across the street.
Moraga Farmers Market
Moraga-based organic farm Hollie’s Homegrown recently started offering their culinary herbs/salts, herbal tea, honey, and healing oils for sale at the Moraga and Walnut Creek farmers market in the Shadelands business park. They can also be seen at the Fort Mason farmers market in San Francisco. Last week was their last day of the season but they’ll be back in Fall, 2015. Interestingly they are a finalist for the Martha Stewart “American Made” Awards. Check out their Facebook page here. I tried their lemon verbena tea leaves and it was really good!
From their website:
Hollie’s Homegrown is a small, organic family farm in Moraga, California (25 minutes east of San Francisco). We specialize in growing culinary herbs, herbal teas, and making herbal body & bath products. Grown to perfection in our own backyard (literally!), we keep a watchful eye on our precious plants like part of the family.
Photos of their culinary salts and herbal teas after the jump…
1545 Locust St, Walnut Creek
Last April we learned that the wine tasting room Buon Vino opened in downtown Walnut Creek and their signage has finally gone up: Custom Labels – Wine Tasting – Private Events
1383 N. Broadway, Walnut Creek
Renditions Art Gallery that opened a few years ago in downtown Walnut Creek has now closed. The jewelry shop V & V Fine Jewelry & Coin will be opening in this location. If you’re in the market for an heirloom egg this is the place to go.
From their website:
We have been in business for over 35 years in Bulgaria. We are a family owned business started by my Grandfather.
We specialize in all custom gold platinum, silver, gemstones and beautiful heirloom eggs.