Pianist Olga Kern to Play at Lesher Center April 14th

April 4, 2012 4:30 pm

photo by Flickr user me5otron

The Lesher Center in Walnut Creek will be hosting a performance by the pianist Olga Kern on April 14th at 2:30pm.

From the Lesher website:

In 2001 the glamorous young Russian pianist Olga Kern became the first woman in thirty years to win the Gold Medal at the Van Cliburn Competition. Her next triumph came in New York City in 2004 with a highly acclaimed recital debut at Carnegie Hall. Then, in an unprecedented turn of events, eleven days later Ms. Kern was invited back by Carnegie for a second recital.

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The 5pm Post – Ruth Bancroft Spring Plant Sale April 14th

April 3, 2012 5:00 pm

The Ruth Bancroft Garden, located at 1552 Bancroft Rd. in Walnut Creek will be closed until April 13th for the removal of the winter covers, but they will reopen in grand fashion by hosting a Spring plant sale on opening day, Saturday, April 14th. From their website:

The Spring Plant Sale is Saturday, April 14

Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the Garden!

Members-Only Sale and Silent Auction: 9am – 10am

Purchase the finest plants first by becoming a Member at the Entrance

Win a Brian Kemble hybrid at the Silent Auction

Public Sale: 10am – 3pm

Free Opening Day Admission (all winter covers will be removed)

Enjoy Docent led tours of the Garden

Choose drought tolerant plants displayed next to mature Garden specimens

Receive personalized advice from our knowledgeable Nursery Propagators

Sounds like a great event to check out especially if it’s sunny out.

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Judging Eyebrow Bars – Benefit Brow Bar

April 3, 2012 11:30 am

I was passing by Macy’s in downtown Walnut Creek when I noticed a Benefit Brow Bar right inside Macy’s on the first floor. They offer a free brow arch on your birthday which sounds like a great deal.

Nearby eyebrow salons include 2 i Bar stores within walking distance in Broadway Plaza, and as well as Lashfully, which recently opened in the older part of downtown Walnut Creek.

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House of the Day

April 2, 2012 4:30 pm

Spotted in downtown Walnut Creek on Bonanza St. note the huge office buildings in the background. I love the styling of this house, the details are amazing.

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Men’s Wearhouse in Walnut Creek Expanding

April 2, 2012 8:30 am

Last week I noted how the women’s sportswear store Title 9 was relocating around the corner on Mt. Diablo Blvd. and it turns out Men’s Wearhouse, located right next door, is going to take over this space from Title 9.

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Upcycle Workshop April 27th at Bedford Gallery in Walnut Creek

March 30, 2012 4:30 pm

The Bedford Gallery at the Lesher Center in downtown Walnut Creek is hosting a craft workshop on April 27th from 1 – 4pm for a $50 fee. From their Facebook event page:

Join the Bedford Gallery for an afternoon of demos and work-time with crafty artists Lisa Solomon, Rose Sellery & GoGo Craft! Learn how to transform old shirts and sweaters into fun accessories, dress up a dull shopping bag and more!

Fee: $50
Space is limited, please register by Monday, April 23rd to ensure your spot! For reservations, please call 925/295-1423.

Workshop participants also receive free gallery admission on the day of the workshop, so arrive early to view the exhibition, Outfitters: The Contemporary Art of Clothing.

For more info on our crafters, check out:
Lisa Solomon http://www.modifyd.net/
Rose Sellery http://www.rosesellery.com/Rose/Wearable_Art.html
GoGo Craft http://gogocraft.blogspot.com/

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Friday Question of the Day – Favorite Burger Joint

March 30, 2012 11:30 am

Before the Habit Burger Grill opened in downtown Walnut Creek, which I think is great, I probably went most often to the Counter, another downtown Walnut Creek burger restaurant. I know the new Corners Tavern has a burger on their menu I want to try. There is also George’s Giant Hamburger, Hubcaps, McCovey’s and must I say it, McDonalds. Obviously the variety ranges from nice sit-down to fast food.

Lafayette has Chow and Tao (Flipper’s burgers are served there). If I missed any please let me know and I’ll add it in.

So for the Friday question of the day, what’s your favorite burger restaurant? I guess this could be split into two parts. The burger itself, and the overall atmosphere.

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The 5pm Post: Art Classes at Renditions Gallery in April

March 29, 2012 5:00 pm

Back in November I noted the opening of Renditions Art Gallery at 1383 N. Broadway in Walnut Creek and recently saw this poster on their window with all kinds of art workshops available. You can check out the April calendar here with a class description list here. Available April classes include, “Still Life”, “Drawing”, “Portfolio Development”, “Figure Painting”, “Pastel”, “Landscape”, and unstructured workshop time. Fees range from $25 – $125.

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Walnut Creek + Lafayette + Orinda = ?

March 29, 2012 4:45 pm

Since this blog will eventually cover more of Lafayette, and possibly Orinda since some interesting shops are opening up in theatre square, is there any good term to use that encompasses Walnut Creek, Lafayette and Orinda? Lamorinda is often used for Lafayette/Orinda/Moraga, so on that note how about:

WaLaNda
LaWaNda
WaCrOrLa
WaCrOrYette

Any suggestions?

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Judging Tattoo & Body Piercing Parlors – Zebra

March 29, 2012 11:30 am

Zebra Tattoo & Body Piercing, located at 1419 Broadway in downtown Walnut Creek near the Performance Bicycle store has been open since 2008 although they also have a shop in Berkeley for over 20 years. From their website:

Zebra Tattoo and Body Piercing art attracts interest like magic, lasts a lifetime, and stays young forever. With deep experience, insight and creativity our artists create magic especially for you. Zebra opened twenty years ago in the Bay Area and quickly became known for its high art of tattoo and body piercing backed with strict adherence to sterilization guidelines and its use of non-allergenic dyes. Zebra is committed to give you the safest, most artistic experience anywhere. We invite you to explore your creative vision with us.

How hip does this make downtown Walnut Creek now that it has a tattoo and body piercing parlor? Does anyone recommend this place?

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