Walnut Creek Model Railroad Society Public Showing on Dec 30th

December 20, 2016 4:30 pm

Photo from Walnut Creek Model Railroad Society

Walnut Creek Model Railroad Society Public Showing:

Larkey Park
2751 Buena Vista Ave, Walnut Creek
Friday, December 30th, 2016
8:00pm – 10:00pm | $3

The Walnut Creek Model Railroad Society (WCMRS) operates the Diablo Valley Lines (DVL) model railroad, one of the most mountainous and one of the largest exclusively HO scale model railroads in the United States. This model railroad features standard gauge, narrow gauge, and interurban (overhead electric) freight and trolley lines.

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Drinking Popping Boba at Chalogy in Walnut Creek is the Shiznick

December 20, 2016 11:30 am

I’ve had my fair share of boba tea drinks around town, with the little tapioca balls sitting at the bottom waiting to be sucked up so when it came to try a boba drink at the new Chalogy cafe in downtown Walnut Creek I was ready. This time I tried a popping boba drink where the little tapioca balls contain strawberry, lychee or mango flavoring that pops in your mouth. What a great idea! Since I’m not a fan of overly sweet drinks the next time I order I’m planning on ordering a drink with no sweetener other than the popping boba. That should provide just the right amount of sweetness. Have you ever tried a popping boba drink? Where else can you get them?

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Red House Closing Show Space on Botelho Dr Location in Walnut Creek

December 20, 2016 8:30 am

1667 Botelho Dr, Walnut Creek

Thanks to a reader for sending word that the Red House Studios show space is closing in Walnut Creek. Stay tuned for their new location announcement…

From the Red House Facebook page:

Red House Friends –
It’s time to close a chapter at Red House, as we run our final shows in our venue at 1667 Botelho Drive in Walnut Creek. Unfortunately, our lease ends this month, and we were unable to secure an extension from our Landlord. So, after 11 years of all-ages shows, the weekend of December 15-18 will be our last.
But please know, Red House is NOT CLOSING. Our lessons and band programs will continue to run into 2017 and beyond, mostly in the space we have above the venue. We’ll also be announcing a new long term home in the coming weeks. We’re not going away, just turning the page. Stay tuned!

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Burger Lounge Opening Mid February in Orchards Shopping Center in Walnut Creek

December 19, 2016 11:30 am

Orchards Shopping Center, Walnut Creek

Burger Lounge, the Southern California-based restaurant that we learned would be coming to the Orchards Shoppng Center in Walnut Creek over the summer now has signage posted with a mid-February opening date. Check out their menu here. Thanks to a reader for sending word and photo.

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Old Navy “Coming Soon” Signage Spotted in Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek

December 19, 2016 8:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

In September we learned that Old Navy would be coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek and the “Coming Soon” signage is now up. The GAP, which owns Old Navy, is right across and two other GAP-owned brands, Banana Republic and Athleta also have locations in Broadway Plaza.

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Big Fat Year End Kiss Off Comedy Show at Lesher Center on Dec 30th in Walnut Creek

December 16, 2016 4:30 pm

Big Fat Year End Kiss Off Comedy Show:

Lesher Center for the Arts
1601 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek
Friday, December 30th, 2016
8:00pm | $30

Will Durst and company poke fun at the major news stories of 2016 using stand up comedy, improv, and loosely written sketches.

Running Time: approx. 2 hours 15 minutes, with one intermission

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Peter & the Wolf with Rita Moreno at Lesher Center in Walnut Creek Dec 20th & 21st

December 15, 2016 4:30 pm

Peter & the Wolf with Rita Moreno:

Lesher Center for the Arts
1601 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek
Tuesday, December 20th & Wednesday, December 21st, 2016

The EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony) winner and utterly fabulous Rita Moreno joins the orchestra to narrate Prokofiev’s cherished tale, Peter & The Wolf. The holiday cheer continues with all the tunes you know from The Nutcracker, and the crowd gets a little rowdy (which we love), with Sleigh Ride and a full-on audience sing-along. Arrive early for kids’ Peter & The Wolf puppet making in the lobby.

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New Year’s Eve Bash at Teleferic Barcelona on Dec 31st in Walnut Creek

December 14, 2016 4:30 pm

New Year’s Eve Bash:

Teleferic Barcelona
1500 Mt Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek
Saturday, December 31st, 2016
$85 (2 person minimum)

We will be hosting 2 dinner seatings for our exciting celebration featuring: live flamenco music, live flamenco dancing, bull fighters, a live running of the bulls, and more surprise entertainment!

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Limon Rotisserie Opening Early 2017 in Downtown Walnut Creek

December 14, 2016 11:30 am

1524 Locust St, Walnut Creek

In March we learned that the Peruvian restaurant Limon Rotisserie would be coming to downtown Walnut Creek and although the opening has been delayed the Coming Soon signage is up and they are expected to open early 2017 according to their web site. Check out their menus here. I can’t wait to try their rotisserie chicken and hope this will be the best rotisserie chicken I have ever eaten.

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Round the Mountain Hike at Mt. Diablo on Dec 30th

December 13, 2016 4:30 pm

Round the Mountain Hike:

Diablo Valley Overlook at Juniper Campground
Summit Rd, Walnut Creek
Friday, December 30th, 2016
10:00am – 4:00pm | $10 (per vehicle)

This classic loop provides views in all directions (even if the lowlands are socked in with tule fog). We’ll circle the park’s namesake peak, Mt. Diablo (elev. 3849’), via Deer Flat, Murchio Gap, Prospectors Gap and Devil’s Elbow. Part of the route will pass through sections that burned in the 2013 Morgan Fire. Allow 6 hours for this 7.5 mile hike with an elevation gain of about 2000 feet. Steady relaxed pace with a 30-minute lunch and other rest breaks. Wear layered clothing and bring plenty of water. Be prepared for mud and poison oak. Any rain cancels.

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