Specialtees Outlet Relocating to their Main Store in La Fiesta Square in Lafayette

March 31, 2016 8:30 am

La Fiesta Square, Lafayette

Specialtees Outlet is relocating to their main store, Specialtees an Erin Paige Boutique a short walk away in La Fiesta Square in downtown Lafayette. Check out their website here.

From their Facebook page:

Welcome to Specialtees an Erin Paige Boutique! We have been helping the Lafayette woman and gift givers since 1976. Specializing in the latest trends from Michael Stars, Nicole Miller, Milly, Nanette Lepore, Bailey 44, Joseph Ribkoff, Chan Luu, Kathy Kamei and many other European and American designers; we have virtually everything to outfit the fashion-forward woman.

With 5,000 square feet of deluxe shopping, our fashion specialists will help you find the perfect outfit.

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Orangetheory Fitness Coming to Lafayette

March 30, 2016 8:30 am

3517 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette

Last year the heart rate monitoring gym Orangetheory Fitness opened in downtown Walnut Creek and they will also be opening in downtown Lafayette where Lafayette Pet Shoppe used to be on Mt. Diablo Blvd. Is anyone a member at the Walnut Creek location? How do you like it?

From the Lafayette website:

Orangetheory Fitness offers 60-minute workout sessions split into intervals of cardiovascular and strength training with heart rate monitors to track intensity and maximize metabolic burn. Increase energy, get visible results and burn more calories, even after leaving the studio. That’s the Orange Effect!

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Lafayette Art Gallery Closing in Lafayette this Thursday

March 29, 2016 8:30 am

3420 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette

A few years ago the Lafayette Art Gallery relocated to Mt. Diablo Blvd. from Lafayette Circle and they are now closing this Thursday, March 31st after being in the community for over 16 years.

From their website:

It is with sadness that the Lafayette Gallery will be closing on March 31, 2016. The good news is that some art will be on sale for 25% off till then. Look for a yellow dot to get a discount on that piece you have always wanted. If you see the yellow dot its on sale!
The website will stay up for a while so you can
still find your favorite artist via their website.
We have loved serving this community for the last 16 1/2 years! Look for each of us in other venues and events!
Thank you for all your support!

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Pegasus Bike Works Closes in Danville

March 28, 2016 8:30 am

114 E. Prospect Ave, Danville

Pegasus Bike Works has closed in Danville after 14 years but it looks like it will be reopening in a new location outside Danville. Stay tuned…

From their website:

Before we go, we would like to thank all of you that supported us, and hope you continue to do so in the next evolution of the shop!! It may be a little bit of a drive, but I assure you it will be worth it!

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Where’s NYX Cosmetics in Broadway Plaza? (Hint, it’s not in the Former J.Crew Store)

March 24, 2016 8:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

As you’re strolling down Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek, you may pass by this colorful new NYX Cosmetics store with a big NYX Cosmetics sign right above the door and colorful window coverings. How many of you attempted to open the door only to find it locked? You have to read the sign carefully where it states “next to Macy’s”. Only then do you realize that a smaller, slate-colored NYX Cosmetics shop opened next to Macy’s. In fact, they opened a couple of weeks ago.

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Total Wine & More Coming to Pleasant Hill

March 23, 2016 8:30 am

250 Buskirk Ave, Pleasant Hill

Last week we learned that Office Depot is closing in Pleasant Hill and now, thanks to a reader for pointing out this Contra Costa Times article that Total Wine & More will be opening in this location. Their nearest location right now is in Fremont. Check out their website here.

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Chico’s Closing in Downtown Walnut Creek

March 21, 2016 8:30 am

1401 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek

The women’s clothing store Chico’s is closing in downtown Walnut Creek on May 24th after 15 years. Although they are located next to Neiman Marcus and P.F. Chang’s in Broadway Plaza, this spot is not part of Broadway Plaza. Their nearby Lafayette and Danville locations will remain open.

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Giant Emu Eggs for Sale at Diablo Valley Farmers’ Market in Walnut Creek

March 17, 2016 11:30 am

The Lafayette Whole Foods unfortunately stopped carrying ostrich eggs, but if you’re looking for some giants eggs look no farther than the Shadelands Diablo Valley Farmers’ Market in Walnut Creek. I stopped by last weekend and spotted giant green emu eggs being sold. While not quite as large as an ostrich egg, as you can see from the quarter laying on top of one of the emu eggs, they are very, very large. And green. $12 an egg. Anyone try an emu egg before?

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Office Depot Closing in Pleasant Hill

March 15, 2016 8:30 am

250 Buskirk Ave, Pleasant Hill

Office Depot is closing in Pleasant Hill a couple of stores down from Best Buy and they are having a closing sale with the entire store “up to 50% off”. That may sound good but please note the “UP TO” part. There were some things 5% off and other items 20-30% off that are priced higher than Amazon.

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Macy’s Men’s Store Demolished in Broadway Plaza to make room for New Zara Store

March 14, 2016 8:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

Last June we learned that the Spanish clothing retailer Zara would be coming to Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek and later in the year we learned that the Macy’s Men’s store would be demolished to make room for the new Zara store. Recently the massive Macy’s Men’s building has been demolished. Click here to see what the new Zara store may look like. Looks like there will be way bigger windows to allow plenty of natural light in which is going to look great.

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