Orinda Theatre Square
Sweet Dreams has closed their Orinda Theatre Square after 25 years. According to a sign in the window, their Berkeley location remains open.
From their website:
Since Sweet Dreams started as a small candy store in Berkeley in 1971, it has been our pleasure to serve decadent treats and handmade confections. Today we’ve expanded our selection beyond candies and added a variety of other delights including unique gifts, fanciful toys, and novelty fashion accessories.
Plaza Escuela, Walnut Creek
Relax the Back is coming to Plaza Escuela in downtown Walnut Creek. Check out their online selection here.
From their website:
Relax The Back was founded in 1984 by an osteopathic physician who wanted to make it easier for his patients to find the self-care products necessary to relieve their neck and back pain. The company began franchising in 1989 with the support of the medical community behind it. It is this relationship with the medical community that put Relax The Back in a unique position – that of a specialty wellness retailer.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that the shoe store Dr. Martens is coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek where RITUALS used to be. Check out their online shop here and find out more about Dr. Martens history here.
178 E. Prospect, Danville
Lemon, after almost five years in business, starting as a pop-up where Lottie’s Creamery is currently located, is closing. The owner moved to Nashville according to their Insta, but be on the lookout there for their next adventure…
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
In February, we learned that the body positive lingerie store Third Love would be coming to Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek, and they have now opened. Check out their online selection here.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Earlier this year, we learned that the clothing store Madewell would be relocating a couple of stores down within Broadway Plaza, and they have now reopened. Check out their online selection here. Do you like the previous brick storefront, or the new white one?
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Last November, we learned that Nespresso would be relocating within Broadway Plaza for a third time, and they have now reopened. Check out their coffee pods selection here and coffee and espresso machines here.
Willows Shopping Center, Concord
Last summer, we learned that the tween centric discount store Five Below would be coming to Willows Shopping center in Concord, and they have now opened. Check out their online shop here. I was able to pick up a cheap pair of dumbbells. 🏋️♀️🏋️♀️🏋️♀️
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Oceane Beauty, which opened over five years ago at Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek, has closed.
Plaza Escuela, Walnut Creek
In February we learned that Barnes & Noble, like Häagen-Dazs, would be returning to downtown Walnut Creek, and the window coverings now proudly state “opening summer 2022!”. What’s old is new again, I suppose. And life goes on…