Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
In June we learned that the Spanish clothing store Zara would be coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek and plans have been submitted to the city showing a rendering of what it may look like. A new building with plenty more windows (and light) would replace the Macy’s Men’s store. Check out all the new Broadway Plaza store openings here.
Via Google Maps
From the Walnut Creek PD:
On 12/30/15 at 0435 hours, the Walnut Creek Police Department (WCPD) received a call that a robbery had just occurred at the Valero Gas Station located at 605 Ygnacio Valley Road. Surveillance video showed the suspect fled southbound on foot. Officers arrived within a minute and set up a perimeter. A WCPD K-9 tracked the scent but no one was located.
The suspect brandished a handgun at the victim/employee and took an undisclosed amount of cash from the cash register before fleeing. No one was injured in the crime.
The suspect is believed to be the same responsible for recent robberies in Redwood City and San Leandro. Investigators from all involved agencies are working together to get the suspect identified.
Anyone with information is encouraged to call WCPD Detective Jeha at (925) 256-3518.
1489 Newell Ave, Walnut Creek
A cool new flower shop opened recently in Walnut Creek in the strip mall where Pacific Bay Coffee and George’s Giant Hamburgers are located on Newell Ave. Check out their floral gallery here. They offer free delivery to Kaiser Permanente hospital across the street.
From their website:
We both spent our youth outdoors elbow-deep in flower and veggie gardens here in the Bay Area, and perhaps it’s because we’re locally grown ourselves that we believe so strongly in the power of community, and how businesses supporting one another strengthens the fabric of that community. So when we decided to open our own flower shop we wanted a holistic business approach. We offer the best in floral design (goes without saying!) but our florals are sourced using premium flowers from local growers. We work with recycled containers whenever we can, and appreciate those that do the same. We are earth friendly and socially conscious—we compost, we use vintage ribbons and containers, we deliver leftover florals to community groups, we partner with local organizations, and we give back via donations and outreach.
Open Barre Fitness Studio Grand Opening Party:
Open Barre Fitness Studio
675 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek
Tuesday, January 12th, 2015
6:00pm – 8:00pm | FreeWe have set our grand opening party date for Jan 12th, 6-8pm and will have giveaways, raffles, free demos, champagne, and food!
Now that Christmas is over, let the hoverboard mania begin. Over the weekend I spotted numerous hoverboards all over downtown Walnut Creek including parks and Mt. Diablo Blvd. crosswalks. Although called hoverboards, they don’t actually hover like in Back to the Future Part II; they have two wheels on the ground and movement is controlled based on leaning motions, like a Segway without hands.
Has anyone tried a hoverboard? What do you think? I’m tempted but then I read articles like this and reconsider.
1548 Bonanza St, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that Hubcaps Diner is closing in downtown Walnut Creek. This Sunday, January 3rd will be its final day so stop by to reminiscence about old times while drinking a malted milkshake. Keep in mind that there is still Mel’s Diner (same owner), located a few blocks from Hubcaps if you’re hankering for that 50’s diner style.
The same owner and staff will be back by April with the Sacramento based restaurant Broderick Roadhouse. Check out their menu here. In addition to lunch and dinner they will also offer breakfast. Looks like with the new Lyric apartments coming next year across the street from Hubcaps they want to take things a bit more upscale. Their goodbye letter notes:
In just a few short months we will be re-opening as BRODERICK ROADHOUSE. Our menu will consist of omelets, skillets, eggs benedicts and hotcakes for brunch, but will feature a wide variety of burgers, salads and upscale bistro sandwiches.
****UPDATE**** Based on the comments below I decided to go back and this time the sales people did state that the towels were on sale. Over the weekend not only did two sales people insist that the towels were not on sale, but one of them explained in great detail why they were not on sale. I’m not thrilled about having to go back but I applaud her creative story telling!
Like many others who shopped for after-Christmas sales, I stopped by Restoration Hardware in downtown Walnut Creek and noticed these signs plastered everywhere:
AFTER THE GIVING
YOURS FOR THE TAKING
SAVE 25-75%
ON EVERYTHING IN STOCK
When I asked a salesperson about what percent off the towels were she indicated they weren’t on sale. I pointed out the sign indicating “everything in stock” and she said “stock” refers to “furniture”. How silly of me! I thought in stock meant products available in-store. I guess that’s how marketing works at Restoration Hardware.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
It’s deja vu all over again as the handbag and accessories shop Toss Designs reopened their popup shop in a new Broadway Plaza location, this time next to Sephora. They also recently opened a popup in Danville on Hartz Ave.
From their website:
Since 2004, the girls at Toss have been living and breathing handbags! With a flair for fashion and an eye for detail, Toss has become the authority on totes, travel bags and all accessories in between. Fashion divas flock to Toss for the fresh patterns, unique color combos and functional shapes. Ranging from rolling duffels in wild and whimsical prints to beautiful caning totes trimmed in patent, each season’s assortment highlights the very latest in fashion and style.
This San Francisco Bay Area design house knows that a bag is only as fabulous as its attention to detail and quality. Each Toss item packs an element of surprise – from contrast lining to thoughtful interior pockets for a girl’s necessities and electronic obsessions. Toss girls are effortlessly chic and have the perfect bag for every occasion. Trips to the beach and weekend getaways have never looked better!
Big Fat Year End Kiss Off Comedy Show:
Lesher Center for the Arts
1601 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek
Saturday, December 26, 2015
8:00 PM | $30For the 23rd consecutive year, Will Durst and his merry band of pranksters are proud to take their end-of-the-year comedy extravaganza to the Bay Area’s far-flung nooks and crannies, bringing their hilarious New Year’s celebration to the people.
Starting the day after Christmas through January 3rd, the troupe vows to lampoon, satirize, mock, scoff, scorn, taunt, tease, rib, ridicule, josh, jibe and kid the personalities and events of the past year and do it with a modicum of taste.
The Big Fat Year End Kiss Off Comedy Show features a riotously uproarious collection of skits, sketches, and stand- up, all focused on the year of our Lord 2015. Some calendars are less conducive as subjects of humourosity, but what with Kim Davis giving a Confederate flag to Pope Francis after hacking Hillary’s email to discover her position on the NAACP white lady who pretended she was black, (according to Brian Williams), this year has been especially fecund. Lush like a tropical rain forest.
Continuing a holiday tradition as hallowed as the coal in Donald Trump’s stocking and as welcome as an air freshener in the Bohemian Club’s outhouse following Chili Night, The Big Fat Year End Kiss Off Comedy Show consists of 6 comics, 9 cities, 10 shows and 3,467 laughs. Complete info at: www.willdurst.com. Like us on Facebook!
SIX COMICS
Will Durst, (willdurst.com), Johnny Steele, (johnnysteele.com) Debi Durst and Michael Bossier (Deb and Mike), Mari Magaloni and last but not least, the beguiling Arthur Gaus, Esq.
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Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Last November we learned that the Broadway Plaza South Broadway parking garage opened in downtown Walnut Creek and now the connected Macy’s parking garage has opened and it’s great! Finding parking in downtown Walnut Creek during Christmas season can be painful but now I generally head straight for the new Broadway Plaza garage and have always found plenty of parking so far. At least until word gets out. Shhh…