Beyond the Creek

Saje Natural Wellness Coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek

May 8, 2017 8:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

Thanks to a reader for pointing out that according to the latest city permit information, the Canadian skincare company Saje (founded in 1992), will be opening their first East Bay location in Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek. Stay tuned for updates on exactly where they will be opening… In the meantime you can check out their San Francisco store at 1913 Fillmore St.

From their website:

Our products contain pure ingredients from nature that are environmentally friendly and support the body’s natural functions. We always use 100% pure, plant derived essential oils that are sourced and distilled from all over the world—wherever the most potent species of beneficial flowers, fruits, leaves and trees grow naturally and sustainably.

We are also proud of the fact that our products are free of parabens, petrochemicals, synthetic colors and artificial fragrances. Look closely at each product label, as everything contained in a product is clearly listed. We stand behind our ingredient choices and have nothing to hide.

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Walnut Creek International Short Film Festival May 5th – 7th

May 5, 2017 4:30 pm

From WCIsFF Facebook

Walnut Creek International Short Film Festival:

Century 14 Theater
1201 Locust St, Walnut Creek
Friday, May 5th, 2017 – Sunday, May 7th, 2017

With over 100 short films from more than 18 countries across the globe, these hidden treasures reveal the best in WORLD CLASS SHORT FILMS.

Each day we will present multiple blocks of films with a DEEP DIVE on Thrillers, Science Fiction, Documentaries, Animation, World Cinema and of course brilliant Comedy shorts.

On Friday we begin our journey with a look at some of the best films from the past four years at 12 noon with FESTIVAL REWIND Once More with Feeling.

Our Opening Night Presentation offers a great selection of short films, plus we will have two World Cinema blocks for those of you that love foreign language films.

Check out our full SCHEDULE for a listing of the individual blocks, days and times.

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9Round 30 Min Kickbox Fitness Opens in New Walnut Creek Location

May 5, 2017 11:30 am

1508 Sunnyvale Ave, Walnut Creek

Thanks to a reader for sending word that 9Round 30 Min Kickbox Fitness has opened in a new location in Walnut Creek right near N. Main St. on Sunnyvale Ave. Their other Walnut Creek location is in the Nob Hill shopping center on Oak Grove Rd.

From their website:

9Round is a specialized fitness center for people who want an unique, fun, and proven workout that guarantees results. 9Round offers a kickboxing themed fitness program that incorporates a functional, interval, cardiovascular, and circuit training regimens. The programs consist of a proprietary system of nine challenging workout stations developed by a World Champion Kickboxer.

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Friday Question of the Day – Should Northgate Split from Mt. Diablo School District to Form a New District?

May 5, 2017 8:30 am

Photo by Flickr user scubabrett22

There has been quite a bit of news lately about five schools from the Northgate area in Walnut Creek wanting to split from the 32,000 student Mt. Diablo school district which includes schools in Concord, Pleasant Hill, Pittsburg, Martinez and elsewhere. Check out the proposal for the proposed Northgate school district here. According to this NBC Bay Area article, many opposed the plan as “discriminatory and elitist”. Do you think so? If you lived in Northgate would you want to split to form a new district?

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Popping a Snail Wheelie

May 4, 2017 11:30 am

Spotted at College of Alameda one morning. There were dozens of snails splayed out on the walkway. Unfortunately, a few of them never made it across. 🙁

#snailie

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Road Runner Sports Reopens Next Door in Willows Shopping Center in Concord

May 4, 2017 8:30 am

Willows Shopping Center, Concord

A couple of months ago we learned that Road Runner Sports would be relocating next door in the Willows Shopping Center in Concord and their new location is now open with nice tall ceilings, feels very spacious.

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Jimmie “JJ” Walker at Orinda Theatre on May 18th

May 3, 2017 4:30 pm

Jimmie “JJ” Walker:

Orinda Theatre
4 Orinda Theatre Square, Orinda
Thursday, May 18th, 2017
8:00 PM | $20

Rising from the streets of New York’s ghettos to TV superstardom, Jimmie coined the phrase “Dyn-o-mite!” when he was starring on the comedy series Good Times. He has also appeared on The George Lopez Show, Everybody Hates Chris with Chris Rock and Scrubs.

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What’s going on with Haleh Pastry in Downtown Walnut Creek?

May 3, 2017 11:30 am

1632 N. Main St, Walnut Creek

The Persian bakery Haleh Pastry opened last year in downtown Walnut Creek but everytime I walk by lately they have been closed. I see a Conditional Pass sign in the window from the health department. Has anyone seen them open?

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i heart art Studio Opens in Pleasant Hill

May 3, 2017 8:30 am

15 A Vivian Dr, Pleasant Hill

I recently found out about an art studio which opened late last year in Pleasant Hill called i heart art. They offer classes for kids (drawing, drama), teens (graffiti arts, henna, and more) and adults (graffiti arts, fused glass, weaving, mala and more). Check out their party and events page here, summer camps here, and open studio info here ($5 off if you walk or bike to the studio). Looks fun, especially the workshops for fused glass and graffiti!

From their website:

Co-founders Abby and Amy are moms, artists and teachers. While working together at a private school for many years, they have collaborated on building their vision for an art studio for children. They have built a network of parents over the years that have grown to love their work with children and have earned tremendous respect for their artistic knowledge and skill in developing young minds.

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Journey to the Antarctic with Capt. Scott Shackelton at Lindsay Wildlife on May 15th

May 2, 2017 4:30 pm

Photo from Lindsay Wildlife

Journey to the Antarctic with Capt. Scott Shackelton:

Lindsay Wildlife Experience
1931 First Avenue, Walnut Creek
Monday, May 15th, 2017
9:30am – 12:00pm | $40

Tickets available now to enjoy a catered brunch among the owls, hawks and opossums at Lindsay Wildlife Experience, followed by an exclusive presentation: Antarctic Adventures with Capt. Scott Shackleton on May 15.

Scott Shackleton is a cousin of Sir Ernest Shackleton, who is best known for his horrific journey leading the stranded crew of his ship, the Endurance, to safety after a failed attempt to cross Antarctica in 1914. The journey has become the stuff of legend. Shackleton led his men in lifeboats across ice-clogged waters to South Georgia Island, where they then scaled the island’s snow-capped mountains to reach safety.

Captain Scott Shackleton, an assistant dean at UC Berkeley, will discuss the harrowing journey and how it inspired him to go on “Operation Deep Freeze,” his 2010 journey to the South Pole. Come see this amazing presentation and enjoy a delicious brunch! All money raised goes to the Lindsay Wildlife Alliance, which funds programs at Lindsay Wildlife.

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