Beyond the Creek

The Mission: Celebrate San Francisco’s Mission Culture Through Murals at Walnut Creek Library Aug 7th

July 20, 2017 4:45 pm

Photo by Flickr user niels_olson

The Mission: Celebrate San Francisco’s Mission Culture Through Murals:

Walnut Creek Library
1644 N. Broadway, Walnut Creek
Monday, August 7th, 2017
6:00 – 7:30pm | Free

If you have ever walked through San Francisco’s historic Mission District, you’ve surely seen the colorful murals that pepper the streets of this dynamic, culturally rich neighborhood. But have you ever wondered what the story is behind each image?
Join photographer Dick Evans for this slide show presentation and lecture on the history and influence of Mexican and Central American culture in the Mission District. Learn more about some of the Mission’s most significant murals and the fascinating story behind them.

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Auburn Lounge & Wine Bar Opens in Danville

July 20, 2017 11:30 am

321 Hartz Ave, Danville

After a short time for a remodel, the AuburnJames winery tasting room has turned into Auburn Lounge & Wine Bar and is now open. Check out their drinks, appetizers and dessert menus here.

From their website:

Rewind your mind to the glorious days of America’s Golden Age, when the movies were musicals, the bands were big, and the dance floors were swinging to the rhythm of a new and vibrant generation of the blues and jazz. The Auburn Lounge is a wine bar and live music venue located in the heart of the Danville, California.

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Car of the Day

July 20, 2017 8:30 am

Spotted in downtown Walnut Creek, this Ford’s engine can be spotted in front through the leather straps. Anyone know the year?

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Whose Life is it Anyway? An Improvised Comedy at Lesher Center in Walnut Creek July 20th – 22nd

July 19, 2017 4:30 pm

Whose Life is it Anyway? An Improvised Comedy:

Lesher Center for the Arts
1601 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek
Thursday, July 20th – Saturday, July 22nd, 2017
8:15pm | $20

From the folks who brought you Spontaneous Sitcom and The Improvised Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, comes Synergy Theater’s brand new adventure, Whose Life is it Anyway? An Improvised Comedy. You decide who plays the main character and where and when we will see them next. Her 50th birthday, her first crush, that time she got arrested…whatever you say! With that, we weave a spontaneous tapestry full of the joys and sorrows of the human condition. It’s an improvised romp through the life and times of the greatest hero ever born, a regular person just like you.

Running Time: approx. 2 hour 15 minutes, with one intermission

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Cool Tea Bar Opens in Danville

July 19, 2017 11:30 am

251 Hartz Ave, Danville

A new boba cafe called Cool Tea Bar, with locations in San Francisco and San Jose has opened on Hartz Ave. in Danville. Check out their website here. As you can see in the photo below, tea is brewed fresh daily.

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Bliss Danville Opening September on Hartz Ave.

July 19, 2017 8:30 am

408 Hartz Ave, Danville

The women’s clothing boutique Bliss Danville is relocating from their Village Shopping Center location in Danville to a great Hartz Ave. spot where Duchess used to be. Check out their website here.

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Makerfest at Lafayette Library July 22nd

July 18, 2017 4:30 pm

Makerfest:

Lafayette Library and Learning Center
3491 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
Saturday, July 22nd, 2017
10:00am – 2:00pm | Free
Calling all makers, crafters, tinkerers, creators, and the just plain curious to a day of fun and discovery at the 4th annual MakerFest! Enjoy 3D printing, air-powered rocketry, robotics, weaving, music, and art. We’ll also introduce our new Pancake Bot. All ages and interests welcome!

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Capital One Cafe Opens in Walnut Creek

July 18, 2017 12:10 pm

1139 S. Main Street, Walnut Creek

Capital One Cafe opened recently in downtown Walnut Creek where GAP used to be, next to the apple store and I dropped by to see how it compares to their San Francisco location. With a Peet’s cafe located inside (50% off drinks for Capital One card/account holders) and plenty of seating this is a great spot to socialize and get stuff done! The lighting is great, they have meeting rooms for non-profits as well as little semi-private rooms called nooks that are available to individuals. Check with an employee first before using a nook though. They even have a water-filling station available. With the ATMs you can pay your credit card there as well learn about financial services they offer. And don’t forget to walk out the back to check out the koi pond with gigantic koi fish, it’s amazing!

More photos of the inside after the jump…

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Makers Market Coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek

July 18, 2017 8:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

Makers Market, featuring handcrafted, American-made goods is opening their second location after Santana Row in Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek where Les Lunes used to be (relocated down the street also within Broadway Plaza), near the fountain. Check out their story here and see their local maker product line here.

From their website:

Join our mission to Rebuild the Legacy of American Made. Products that honor the ideals of American craftsmanship and are Modern + Heritage-inspired. Products inspired by the heart and soul of an emerging maker. In our quest to bring you the best in handcrafted, we have vetted each product to ensure it is well-designed, long-lasting, and either organic, sustainable or ethically produced.

There is currently an exciting resurgence in American making, that is both steeped in tradition, and relevant to the modern world. At Makers Market, we’re weaving the legacy of American-made goods back together, one story at a time.

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Happy Owl Happy Hour at Lindsay Wildlife Experience in Walnut Creek July 28th

July 17, 2017 4:30 pm

Happy Owl Happy Hour:

Lindsay Wildlife Experience
1931 First Ave, Walnut Creek
Friday, July 28th, 2017
6:00 – 9:00pm | $20 ($15 for members)

Come to Lindsay for this adults-only evening with “Happy Owl, Happy Hour!” Enjoy our spin on an adults-only happy hour that includes drinks, games and a trivia contest!
Join Lindsay from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, July 28 for a WILD Happy Hour! Come with your special someone, come meet that special someone or get the girls together and get out of the house to enjoy wine, beer, delicious delicacies and meet and greet the animals.

Calicraft Brewing Company is our premier beer sponsor and will bring their delicious brews to try!

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