1800 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek
Back in June the pizzeria Slice House opened in downtown Walnut Creek. Check out the recent signage added at the corner.
1800 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek
Back in June the pizzeria Slice House opened in downtown Walnut Creek. Check out the recent signage added at the corner.
This month the city of Walnut Creek introduced a new option to pay for downtown parking meters via cell phone app. Note there is an additional 35 cent charge for the privilege of paying via this method.
From a press release:
The City of Walnut Creek in partnership with Parkmobile, LLC, launched a pay by phone option for all 1,500 parking meters downtown. Customers can pay to park on-the-go using Parkmobile’s app for iPhone, Android, Windows, Amazon, and Blackberry phones, or by calling the toll-free number on the green meter stickers.
“The City is pleased to provide parking customers another way to pay for parking at the meter in addition to coins and credit cards.” said Carla Hansen, City of Walnut Creek Parking Manager.
Customers first must register by downloading the mobile app in their phone’s app store or online at www.parkmobile.com. Once registered, they may use the mobile app, internet, or the toll-free number listed on green meter stickers to pay for parking. After setting up their account, customers can immediately start using the system with their registered mobile phone.
Customers simply enter the zone and meter number located on the green meter sticker, select the amount of time they would like to park and “start parking.” The app allows parking sessions to be extended by phone without returning to the meter as long as the parking session has not hit the hourly limit. There is a $0.35 convenience fee paid by parking customers.
Other Cities throughout the Bay Area using Park Mobile include Oakland, San Rafael, Sausalito and Vallejo, San Mateo. The City plans to add the ability to use Park Mobile in the City’s three garages in the future.
Photo by Flickr user nationalgardenclubs
S’mores at Sundown: Fire & Ice:
The Gardens at Heather Farm
1540 Marchbanks Dr, Walnut Creek
Thursday, August 11th, 2016
6:30pm – 8:30pm | $6Relish in the joys of a warm summer night with sweet treats and outdoor activities in our beautiful garden.
After an enthusiastic showing for the inaugural event in 2015, the popular “S’mores at Sundown” event returns, this year with a special twist — Fire & Ice!
Bring the whole family down to The Gardens on Thursday, August 11th from 6:30-8:30pm for a magical evening featuring live music, crafts, games, campfire stories AND special hot and cold treats.
We’ll be serving hand-scooped ice cream and you can make your own s’mores over the fire (safely, of course). S’mores-making materials will be provided!
Kids will love exploring the garden and dancing on the lawn, and you can even bring a blanket or portable chairs to picnic while enjoying your treats.
Admission fee of $6.00 per person to be collected at the door, includes activities, entertainment and sweet treats. Proceeds benefit The Gardens’ youth education programs.
1411 Locust St, Walnut Creek
Last week we learned that the nightclub Redux Lounge had their alcohol license suspended indefinitely in downtown Walnut Creek, however they are still open during the day as a restaurant serving lamb kabobs and pizza. Check out their menu here.
From the Redux Lounge website:
We are still open!
In order to be compliant: the State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control required us to suspend nightlife activity and to refrain from serving alcoholic beverages due to a requirement in our license to serve alcoholic beverages.
Many have seen the big white “Notice of Suspension” sign in our window. Yes, the words “suspended indefinitely” sounds permanent however we want everyone to know that Redux is not going anywhere.
Redux is not only open at night — we are also open during the day as a restaurant. We lost our last restaurant partnership which put us in violation of our license to serve alcoholic beverages. It’s been long awaited but we now have a new restaurant team with a menu featuring signature lamb kababs and pizzas.
The restaurant is open through the suspension; restaurant hours: Tuesday thru Saturday, Noon-11pm and closed on Sunday and Monday.
Danville Livery
A new fitness studio featuring the Lagree method called Sculpt50 is opening very soon in Danville Livery on Sycamore Valley Rd. in Danville. Check for updates on their Facebook page here.
From their website:
The Lagree Fitness Method™ is an efficient total body conditioning workout that burns 500-800 calories per session. This high intensity workout is low impact that is safe and fun for everyone of any fitness level. With each move, you will tone your muscles, strengthen your core, and increase your flexibility.
Lindsay Wildlife Experience
1931 First Avenue, Walnut Creek
Saturday, August 20th, 2016
9:00am – 10:00am | $15 ($8 members)Come at 9 a.m. and enjoy a delicious breakfast while their animals eat their food. This exclusive event allows families to enjoy the animals before the exhibit all opens to the public. Visitors can meet Lindsay’s animal ambassadors and learn about their special jobs! Lindsay Wildlife members get special seating and an exclusive gift as a thank you for their year-round support of Lindsay.
After breakfast stay for the beloved annual tradition: BEE BOP! Commemorating National Honey Bee Day. Lindsay visitors of all ages can party with the pollinators and celebrate bees, birds and butterflies that pollinate our world. The festivities include honey tasting, a chance to meet a bee keeper, “Honey Bee Waggle” dancing and interactive activities and crafts.
In partnership with the Mount Diablo Beekeepers Association this annual event reminds us all of the important role bees play for the food we all enjoy.
500 Hartz Ave, Danville
Back in February we learned about a new farm to table restaurant opening in Danville where Amber Bistro used to be, featuring the, “freshest and finest ingredients sourced from local purveyors” called Almanac, and they have now opened. Check out their brunch menu here, lunch menu here, and dinner menu here.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Last month we learned that cycling studio SoulCycle would be opening this month in Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek, and their opening day is this Thursday, August 11th.
From a press release:
SoulCycle Walnut Creek will feature a 57-bike studio, home to the signature SoulCycle workout. The 3,350 square foot studio will also house an expansive lifestyle boutique selling SoulCycle’s original performance and athleisure clothing collections. Additional rider amenities include full men’s and women’s locker rooms with two showers each and multiple bathrooms.
SoulCycle Walnut Creek is located in Broadway Plaza at 116 Broadway Lane, Walnut Creek, CA 94596.
SoulCycle classes in California cost $30.
Blues, Beer & BBQ Sunset Social:
The Ruth Bancroft Garden
1552 Bancroft Rd, Walnut Creek
Friday, August 12th, 2016
5:00pm – 8:00pm | $20The Ruth Bancroft Garden’s Summer Sunset Social Series continues with our 3rd social of the year. Join us for an evening of rich and complex musical textures reminiscent of a Southern juke joint with Delta Blues performed by HowellDevine. A mouthwatering selection of BBQ fare will be available for purchase along with beer by 21st Amendment Brewery, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages.
1415 Pine St, Walnut Creek
It’s been a long time coming but the Walnut Creek brewery Farm Creek Brewing Company finally opened over the weekend. An American lager, pale ale and amber ale are currently available including a 32 ounce take home crowler can. (Check the photos after the jump for the crowler-making process). The amber ale “Favorite Daughter” I tried has a bold yet smooth flavor that tasted amazing. The inside has various seating and standing areas including a couple of rocking chairs which is a nice touch. Check for updates on their Facebook page here and their website here.
More photos of the inside after the jump…
