The Orchards at Walnut Creek
Stein Mart opened over four years ago at the Orchards shopping center in Walnut Creek and due to the Stein Mart bankruptcy, they are closing.
The Orchards at Walnut Creek
Stein Mart opened over four years ago at the Orchards shopping center in Walnut Creek and due to the Stein Mart bankruptcy, they are closing.
Encina Grande, Walnut Creek
Look for Starbird Chicken to open at the Encina Grande shopping center in Walnut Creek in January 2021. Check out their menu here.
From their website:
We believed that fried chicken hadn’t reached its true potential, too often being heavy, greasy and featuring the same old flavors.
We began with quality, trustworthy ingredients and real scratch cooking, taking antibiotic-free chicken raised in our Bay Area backyard and hand-breading it in our secret blend of gluten-free flour and spices.
“Space is limited to the first 75 vehicles. Advanced ticket reservations are required. Reserve early, as this event is expected to fill up quickly.”
From the event page:
Broadway Plaza Parking Garage, Walnut Creek
Thursday, October 29th, 2020
5:00 – 8:00pm | FreeFamilies will enjoy a safe, socially distanced screening of Hotel Transylvania (PG) on the rooftop of Broadway Plaza’s Parking Garage. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs if your prefer to watch outside, or stay cozied up in your vehicle. Masks must be worn at all times when outside of your vehicle. The movie’s audio will be aired over an FM radio station – channel to be provided upon entering the viewing area.
1380 N. California, Walnut Creek
Check out the progress on the 1380 N. California condo and retail project in downtown Walnut Creek where McDonald’s used to be. It’s hard to tell from the photo but that is one deep hole which will house about 150 underground parking spots. Above will be mixed use development with over 110 condos and about 15,000 sq. ft. of retail and restaurant space. In the building at left, back is where Swan’s Fine Books used to be. Check out their online shop here.
According to this NBC Bay Area News article, “armed security guards hired by anti-abortion activists pepper-sprayed counter protesters” at the Walnut Creek Planned Parenthood center yesterday. I’ve driven by these protesters many times in the past and it was always empty around there. I wonder how this escalated?
From the article:
Both sides appear intent on standing their ground. Walnut Creek police declined to arrest or cite anyone. They’re investigating and say they’ll submit their reports to the District Attorney.
1525 Locust St, Walnut Creek
According to the latest city permitting info, Bollinger Nail Salon is coming to Locust St. in downtown Walnut Creek where Thirteen Salon used to be. Check out their services here.
Has anyone tried Putters Putt Putt mini golf in downtown Walnut Creek across from Mel’s Diner? 18 holes for $10 per person. Looks fun!
Movie Theaters across Contra Costa have recently reopened including Century Movie Theater in downtown Walnut Creek. According to posted signs, face masks are required, “throughout the theatre”. I was somewhat tempted to check out Tenet and if I were much younger I probably would have, but for now, I’ll wait.
1383 N. Broadway, Walnut Creek
CaliPhonia Phone and Computer Repair opened recently in downtown Walnut Creek where Decors De France used to be. Check out all their services here.
From their website:
We are one stop shop for ALL PC and Apple Computer Repair – Virus & Spyware Removal – Data Recovery – Home and Business Network Installations – IT Services. We offer free in-Office diagnostics and free delivery within 20 miles radius from our Office.
