Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Last November, we learned that the jewelry shop Brilliant Earth would be coming to Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek, and their signage is now up and it looks like they’ll be opening some time this week. Check out their Walnut Creek page to book an appointment here.
From their website:
We strive to use 100% recycled precious metals to minimize our footprint and help diminish the negative impacts of metal mining.
495 Hartz Ave, Danville
Trek Bicycle, which replaced California Peddler in Danville, has now closed. According to a sign in the window, their Alamo location remains open. Check out their Alamo page here.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Several years ago, we learned that Janie and Jack would be closing at Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek due to the bankruptcy of its owner Gymboree, but they ultimately remained open thanks to GAP buying Janie and Jack shortly thereafter. However, Janie and Jack has now permanently closed their Broadway Plaza location. Check out their online selection here.
City Center Bishop Ranch, San Ramon
Skin Laundry opened at City Center Bishop Ranch in San Ramon. Check out their services here and their online shop here.
From their website:
Born in Santa Monica, we designed our clinics to resemble a California beach bungalow, a vast departure from a derm office. Although the vibes are relaxed and friendly, the service is medical-grade.
1201 S. Main St, Walnut Creek
In September, we learned that Crate & Barrel would be relocating for a third time in downtown Walnut Creek where Talbot’s used to be and as you can see their signage is now up so they should be opening soon.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Cars haven’t been allowed on the main street at Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek for a while now, but recently they opened back up and as seen in the above photo, cars may freely pass. I wonder what it would be like had condos opened here with the street closed to traffic? Better or worse?
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Chanel Fragrance and Beauty Boutique, which we learned last September would be coming to Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek, has now opened. Check out their online fragrance selection here.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
In April, we learned that women’s clothing store EVEREVE would be coming to Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek where Soft Surroundings used to be and their signage is now up. Check out their online selection here and find out about the company here.
Martinez
Thanks to a reader for sending word and photo that Bentley’s Container Bar is having a grand opening in Martinez on July 28th, according to their Insta, “located in the Back Patio of Market & Main in a converted Shipping Container next to Five Suns Brewing.” Grand opening this Friday, July 28th, “cocktails, martinis, whiskey flights”.
