Photo courtesy of Wish
Earlier this month I noted that the gift boutique Wish moved from downtown Walnut Creek to Boulevard Circle, also in Walnut Creek. Their signage is now up and they have now opened their back patio up for garden furniture and decor as you can see from the photo below. Remember that there is a one-time 20% off coupon that expires this Friday. Click here to print out the coupon and a map.
Photo courtesy of Wish
Photo by Flickr user halfrain
Heather Farm Dog Park
505 N San Carlos Dr, Walnut Creek
Saturday, May 25th, 2013
11:30am – 12:30pm | FreeAttention all Husky lovers!
Whether you have a Alaskan, Malamute, Siberian, Wolly or your dog just loves huskies too.(You can rsvp in the “Siberian Husky Social Group” on Meetup)
From the Walnut Creek Police:
On 3/24/13 at 1202 hours, the US Bank at 2890 North Main St was robbed by a male suspect described as a black male adult, approximately 5’6″-5’7″ tall, medium build, with short dark hair. He was wearing a colorful plaid shirt, dark pants, and sunglasses. No weapon was seen. The suspect fled in an unknown direction with an undisclosed amount of cash. A photo of the suspect is attached.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Walnut Creek Police Department at (925) 943-5844.
A few weeks ago I posted a preview of the 1500 N. California development in downtown Walnut Creek and on Tuesday the Walnut Creek City Council approved this development of 141 apartment rentals along with 18,000 square feet of retail space. The Contra Costa Times notes ‘that city leaders called [this] a “game-changer” and a new vision for what Walnut Creek can become’. Having lived right around the block from here in an apartment complex several years ago I’m not sure how this is a ‘game changer’ but I look forward to seeing which shops open up. As for apartment living, the location is great since you can walk to BART, Safeway, the movie theater and be right in the heart of downtown Walnut Creek.
Photo by Flickr user Daniel M. Reck
Yesterday’s news that the Boy Scouts will allow gay scouts to participate in scouting was rather contentious with 60% of the scouting organization supporting the decision. I thought the bay area would show broad support for allowing gay scouting especially considering what recently happened to a gay Moraga teen who was denied being made an Eagle Scout. However one Walnut Creek scout master called it, “a sad day for America’s youth” according to this article from the Contra Costa Times.
So for the Friday question of the day, do you support the decision to allow gay boy scouts?
Photo by Flickr user davidyuweb
Civic Park
Corner of North Broadway and Civic Drive, Walnut Creek
Monday, May 27th, 2013
10:00am | FreeThe City of Walnut Creek will honor the memory of fallen service men and women, with a special focus on those lost during the Vietnam War, during its traditional Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 27. The ceremony will begin at 10 a.m. at the gazebo at Civic Park, corner of North Broadway and Civic Drive.
Brigadier General Barton J. Gilbert, U.S. Army (Retired) will be the keynote speaker. General Gilbert joined the Army the day after his 17th birthday, and retired with more than 40 years of Army and Reserve service. His military duties have taken him to Korea, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and Central America. He served as a Captain in combat assignments with the First Infantry Division in Vietnam during 1968 and 1969.
Between 2007 and 2011, General Gilbert was recalled to active duty each year to serve at the Pentagon as a member of the Army Chief of Staff Retiree Council.
His decorations include the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Air Medals, Meritorious Service Medals, Army Commendation Medal and the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm.
Other highlights of the Memorial Day Ceremony include music by the Walnut Creek Concert Band under the direction of Harvey Benstein.
Chaplain Dwane Michael of John Muir/Mt. Diablo Health System will give the invocation and blessing, and the U.S. Navy Color Guard will present the colors and close the ceremony with the traditional laying of the wreath at the Veterans Memorial Plaza.
North Broadway between Civic Drive and Lincoln Avenue will be closed during the ceremony.
Pot, meet kettle. Yesterday Berkleyside reported that the owner of Cream in Berkeley is requesting that the city “revoke the permit for a new ice cream take-out window” located across the street from Cream in Berkeley. According to an appeal filed in February, one of the reasons given is “a second nearby business selling ice cream and cookies would mean market saturation and be detrimental to Cream”.
Cream in Walnut Creek is opening a block away from Lottie’s Creamery and within a short walking distance to Gelateria Naia and San Francisco Creamery.
Over the past year it seems as if every baby store has closed in downtown Walnut Creek and Lafayette. Day One, Giggle, Tulip and The Right Start have all closed. I was worried what might happen to the toy store Five Little Monkeys in downtown Walnut Creek but it turns out that Walnut Creek is their second highest grossing location after their Albany location and they plan on opening a new store in Burlingame.
Located at 1366 N Main St. in the heart of downtown Walnut Creek, Five Little Monkeys offers a huge selection of high quality toys at all price points. Having two small kids I’ve shopped here a lot and have always found interesting toys to get with the help of the employees. For birthday party gifts I just tell them whether it’s for a boy or girl and the age and they know exactly the types of toys to recommend. As a special offer to readers, mention “Beyond the Creek” through May 31st, 2013 and you can receive 15% off your purchase, may not be combined with any other offer and is only valid for the Walnut Creek location.
Check out the inside:
Photos of the old school toys and baby section after the jump…
Heather Farm Park
301 N San Carlos Dr, Walnut Creek
Saturday, June 1st – Sunday, June 2nd, 2013
11:00am – 7:00pm (6:00pm Sunday) | FreeIt’s official! Slap on some sunscreen, bring your boogie and get your grove on. Experience the sights, sounds, and scents of the art & wine festival voted “best outdoor event” by the contra Costa Times. The summer season officially kicks off at Heather Farm Park in Walnut Creek on June 1 & 2 with the 32nd Annual Walnut Creek Chamber Art & Wine Festival. Feel the vibe…two stages of live music, over 200 arts & crafts booths, food to please any pallet and the coolest kids area ever…along with free admission and free parking…what are you waiting for?
Lesher Center for the Arts
1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek
Friday, May 31st – Saturday, June 1st, 2013Join Smuin Ballet for Spring Bouquet, our Spring Dance Series, featuring an invigorating lineup of fresh choreography.
The West Coast Premiere of Helen Pickett’s effervescent Petal, danced to music by Philip Glass and Thomas Montgomery Newman, was lauded as “the perfect piece for spring” by Atlanta Magazine.
Bay Area audiences will also get their first look at Darrell Grand Moultrie’s JAZZIN’, a sultry ballet driven by the tunes of jazz greats Wynton Marsalis, Duke Ellington, Billy Strayhorn, and Andy Razaf.
Romance blooms anew with Michael Smuin’s Chants d’Auvergne, a series of pieces set to charming French folk songs arranged by Joseph Canteloube.