Beyond the Creek

Cesar E. Chavez Park
11 Spinnaker Way, Berkeley
Saturday, July 28th – Sunday, July 29th, 2018
10:00 – 6:00pm |Free

At the Berkeley Kite Festival it seems that a fresh surprise awaits around every corner. In one amphitheater you’ll find multi-line competitions of the Bay Area Sport Kite League. In another you’ll find events and other competitions, such as the candy drops and rokkaku battles. Look to the north and you will see the traditional kites of our special guests from the Sode-cho Kite-Flying Society of Hamamatsu, Japan. In the upper field you’ll enjoy the giant creature kite show of the Berkeley Kite Wranglers and Friends.

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New Electronic Displays at Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek

July 27, 2018 1:05 pm

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

Along with the new Apple store opening at Broadway Plaza tomorrow in downtown Walnut Creek are new electronic displays with advertisements on one side and a clickable store directory on the other. I wonder what operating system they’re running, not MacOS? Maybe Apple should start selling an embedded OS to compete with Linux… 😜

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Is BART getting More Dangerous?

July 27, 2018 8:30 am

This week there were three separate killings on BART; a stabbing at the MacArthur station in Oakland; they caught the suspect at Pleasant Hill BART station, a potential homicide at the Pleasant Hill BART station, and a fatal punch that happened at the Bay Fair BART station in San Leandro. According to the SF Chronicle BART violent crime is up 69% over the past decade.

I’ve encountered rather uncomfortable situations while riding BART myself over the years. Do you feel BART is getting more dangerous? What is the worst thing you’ve seen on BART?

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Oskar Blues Brews & Canasta Food Truck At Wine Thieves in Lafayette July 28th

July 26, 2018 4:56 pm

Oskar Blues Brews & Canasta Food Truck:

Wine Thieves
3401 Mt Dlablo Blvd, Lafayette
Saturday, July 28th, 2018
2:00 – 5:00pm | Free

Beer lovers,
Come join us on this Saturday afternoon on the back patio to enjoy cold, crafted brew from Oskar Blues. When you get hungry, grab a bite of delicious Latin-style cuisine from the Canasta Kitchen food truck…the perfect accompaniment with a cold, craft beer. Don’t drink beer? No worries, we also have a great list of wines by the glass. Wow, what’s not to like…beautiful weather, cold beer and wine, great food, all in a relaxing setting.

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Makers Market Craft Fair at Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek July 28th

July 26, 2018 4:15 pm

Makers Market Craft Fair:

Broadway Plaza
Walnut Creek
Saturday, July 28th, 2018
10:00am – 5:00pm | Free

Happy July Friends! Come shop our Walnut Creek craft fair and soak up the sun. Visit this highly curated craft fair in the beautiful shopping center of Broadway Plaza.

WHAT: Come shop 20+ local artists (jewelers, candles, organic body, home goods, apparel, artwork, glass, succulents) while listening to live music out in the Plaza and then enjoy spirits and bites (in our new store at 1254 Broadway Plaza)

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California Fish Grill Opening August 6th at The Orchards in Walnut Creek

July 26, 2018 1:00 pm

The Orchards at Walnut Creek

In May we learned that the fast casual, SoCal based restaurant California Fish Grill would be coming to the Orchards shopping center in Walnut Creek and the signage is now up and they’ll be opening August 6th. Check out their menu here.

From their website:

California Fish Grill is crazy about fish… Committed to those who crave, catch, and cook it. Our mission is to provide our fish-loving friends with high quality, scrumptiously healthy seafood, in an enjoyable atmosphere–all at a great price. We love the fact that our passion for fresh, healthy and delicious align perfectly with the daily decisions of our fans. Together, we are liberating the love of seafood.

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The World of Frida at Bedford Gallery in Walnut Creek through Sept 16th

July 26, 2018 8:30 am

A new exhibit at the Bedford Gallery in downtown Walnut Creek, The World of Frida, is on display through September 16th.

From the exhibit website:

This summer the Bedford Gallery celebrates the culture, style, and persona of visionary painter Frida Kahlo, an artist who continues to inspire with her story of love, adventure, and pain. The World of Frida weaves juried and invitational shows that reference the artist with a national, traveling photography exhibit titled Frida Kahlo: Through the Lens of Nickolas Muray that makes a stop in Walnut Creek after traveling across North America. Hungarian-born Muray—who met Kahlo in a chance encounter in Mexico in 1931 and became her lover and friend—shot some of the most iconic color and black and white images of the artist that exist. This exhibition is organized by the Nickolas Muray Photo Archives and is circulated through GuestCurator Traveling Exhibitions.

More photos of the exhibit after the jump…

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S’mores at Sundown at The Gardens at Heather Farm in Walnut Creek Aug 9th

July 25, 2018 4:40 pm

S’mores at Sundown:

The Gardens at Heather Farm
1540 Marchbanks Dr, Walnut Creek
Thursday, August 9th, 2018
6:00 – 8:00 pm | $5

Relish in the joys of a warm, summer night with sweet treats and outdoor activities for families in a beautiful garden! On Thursday, August 9, the popular S’mores at Sundown event returns for its fourth consecutive year with another magical evening of homemade s’mores, live music, stories, crafts, games and more.

Kids love exploring along the garden paths and dancing on the lawn. Parents love the relaxed atmosphere and chance to socialize with friends. And the highlight of the evening is roasting marshmallows over the grill to make fresh s’mores!

In addition to family-friendly songs and popular musical favorites, this year’s S’mores at Sundown will feature local party service company, ANDentertainment making their Gardens debut offering free face painting and balloon art.

Admission fee collected at the door includes all activities and treats.

Bring a picnic dinner along to enjoy before your s’mores! Strollers, wagons, camping chairs, and picnic blankets are welcome!

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Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea Opens at Lyric in Downtown Walnut Creek

July 25, 2018 1:00 pm

Lyric, Walnut Creek

Last year we learned that Michigan-based Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea would coming to downtown Walnut Creek in the new Lyric apartment complex and they have now opened. There’s seating both inside and out with a cool bear mural on one inside wall (see photo after the jump.) In addition to typical hot and cold coffee and tea they also offer a frozen slushie-esque drink with different flavors called the Ice Dragon. They even sell coffee beans, bakery items, salads, and even pup cups (for dogs). Check out their Walnut Creek menu here.

More photos after the jump…

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1716 Lofts Development Going Up in Downtown Walnut Creek

July 25, 2018 8:30 am

1716 N. Main St, Walnut Creek

1716 Lofts, a new mixed-use development with 48 apartments over 2,500 square feet of retail space is going up next to the brick J. Rockcliff Realtors in downtown Walnut Creek. Check out the renderings on the architect website here.

From the architect website:

Part of the North Main/Ygnacio Valley Specific Plan calling for development of mixed-use residential buildings, the 1716 Lofts project includes 48 apartments with over 2,500 SF of ground floor retail space and parking.

The housing element includes an enclosed, podium courtyard that acts as a passive retreat, configured to provide a central water feature flanked by two outdoor rooms. As gathering and conversation areas, these spaces are equipped with fire tables and lounge seating. A water wall greets visitors as they exit the elevator and directs them to the interior space, screened from 3rd floor windows by a bamboo green wall. Additional space on the rooftop includes a terraced garden, rooftop viewing room, a fire table lounge, outdoor kitchen, large sitting bar, TV lounge, and a multi-use activity space that can be used for community gathering, cooking, dining, sports watching, etc.

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