1366 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Last month we learned that the Hawaiian goods store Paia Mercantile would be coming to downtown Walnut Creek and they are now open. They used to have several stores in Maui, Hawaii but they have now relocated to Walnut Creek which is great news for those interested in Hawaiian goods. If you’re in the area, definitely check this place out and follow them on Facebook here.
1251 S. California Blvd, Walnut Creek
Baja Fresh, sandwiched between Habit Burger Grill and Yogurtland in downtown Walnut Creek, has permanently closed.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
UK-based HPE Activewear opened recently at Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek where NYX Cosmetics used to be, right next to Macy’s. Check out their online women’s collection here, and men’s collection here.
From their website:
In just a few short years Human Performance Engineering (HPE) has become known as one of the top technical sports apparel brands. The science behind the style gives the product uniqueness and differentiation not captured outside of traditional mass “sports” brands.
1360 Locust St, Walnut Creek
Great news as Bierhaus, the German-inspired restaurant and beer hall which closed last December in downtown Walnut Creek, is reopening next month! When I first saw the sign in the window “REOPEN MAY” I wondered whether a Yoda fan employee may have enthusiastically stated that the restaurant may reopen sometime in the future. However, the Bierhaus website does indicate that it’s indeed reopening next month in May. By then I’ll be fully vaccinated and look forward to enjoying a soft pretzel and cold beer very soon.
1653 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek
Last October, we learned that Taqueria Limon 3 would be coming to downtown Walnut Creek, and they have now opened. They are open from 10am – 10pm every day. Check out their menu here.
1403 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Diablo Grills is coming soon to downtown Walnut Creek where Jos. A. Bank used to be. Check out the BBQ grills they carry here and pizza ovens here. An outdoor pizza oven sure does sound tempting!
From their website:
Founded in 2005, Diablo Grills is located in Walnut Creek and Roseville, California. Diablo Grills provides the best one stop location for complete Outdoor Kitchens.
1366 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Paia Mercantile, “A Slice of Aloha” is coming soon to downtown Walnut Creek where ThredUp used to be.
From their website:
Paia Mercantile is a unique store featuring many aspects of Island Life and the Aloha you will find everywhere in Hawaii. Featuring local artists from the island who design jewelry, art, pottery and home décor, Paia Mercantile offers customers a variety of affordable gifts for locals, travelers and for loved ones back home.
The exhibit A Beautiful Mess: Weavers and Knotters of the Vanguard is on display at Bedford Gallery starting this Saturday, March 20th, but can be seen right now virtually at bgviewingroom.org. Find out more about their safety protocols here.
From an email:
The roster of renowned women artists in this exhibition exemplifies the renaissance that is currently rocking the fiber arts scene of weaving, knotting, and macramé. By bringing their unique stories to the forefront, these artists draw from potent source material to create sculptures and installations staggering in beauty and conceptual backing.
- Many artists in the show are Bay Area locals, including: Windy Chien, Dana Hemenway, Lisa Solomon, dani lopez, and Meghan Shimek. Artists Liz Robb, Hannah Perrine Mode and Kira Dominguez Hultgren are former Bay Area residents.
- A Beautiful Mess would be a wonderful fit for coverage this March to commemorate Women’s History Month. The female artists in this exhibition challenge perceptions and narratives around textile arts, a medium traditionally considered domestic work.
- Virtual art workshops with Windy Chien, Lisa Solomon, and many more artists will be announced in the coming weeks!
Photo courtesy SaveSevenHillsRanch.org
Save Seven Hills Ranch, a 30 acre property located across from Heather Farm Park in Walnut Creek, has been sold to a developer and instead of building single family homes, which is what it’s zoned for, is petitioning to build luxury senior development comprising of, “451 housing units, 2-story Clubhouse, 3-story Rec Building, 2-story Health Care Center for residents, 1 and 2-story maintenance buildings, parking garage and a total of 519 parking spaces”. Learn more about Seven Hills Ranch here and sign the petition here.
From their website:
Save Seven Hills Ranch is working NOW to alert our county decision makers of their opportunity to help preserve Seven Hills Ranch. Beyond denying the developer’s request for a GPA, we are asking county officials to support the creation of an easily accessible place for families in our growing city to connect with nature for generations to come.
