356 Park St, Moraga
A new restaurant called Sushi Fighter has opened where Kirin Sushi used to be next to the Rheem Movie Theatre in Moraga. Check out their menu here. I think I’d try this place out for the name alone!
1500 Newell Ave, Walnut Creek
Last year we saw the progress of The Village condo/retail complex at the corner of S. Main St. and Newell Ave. in downtown Walnut Creek (where the White Building used to be) and now it’s called Agora at South Main and looks to be apartments rather than condominiums. Check out their floor plans here and apartment features and amenities here. Interestingly, some apartments will have private rooftop decks. As noted previously, this is the same complex where Starbucks will soon be opening, as well as California Pizza Kitchen.
For their website:
Agora at South Main offers life without compromise. Located in the bustling center of Walnut Creek, we pride ourselves on our spacious apartment homes with high-end finishes and thoughtful amenities. Agora at South Main is a contemporary mixed-use building, with 35,000 square feet of shopping and dining at the street level and luxurious apartment living above, complete with fitness center, large sundeck with pool and spa, clubhouse with double-sided fireplace and full kitchen, and more. Here, the fast-growing community is within reach, and your every need is thoughtfully addressed.
Free Movie Showing The Big Lebowski:
Orinda Theatre
4 Orinda Theatre Square, Orinda
Thursday, March 1o, 2016
7:00 PM | FreeThe next free classic at Orinda Theatre is Thursday, March 10th at 7pm. We will be screening “The Big Lebowski”.
What do you think of these signs spotted at Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek? I would have said, “For your safety… Please use crosswalks”.
The sign actually says:
Broadway Plaza LOVES pedestrians
Please use crosswalks
Does Broadway Plaza LOVE pedestrians because they contribute to their bottom line, or do they LOVE them because they’re human beings and they don’t want them to get run over by a car?
Post a comment here changing the wording on this sign; favorite reply gets a Beyond the Creek t-shirt.
Alamo Plaza
Thanks to a reader for sending word that Richards Arts and Crafts is closing in Alamo. Their San Ramon location is staying open for now. Right now everything is 30% off except for custom framing. Check for updates on their Facebook page here. It looks like buyers looking for better deals online has taken its toll.
Rams Movie Playing at Walnut Creek Library:
Walnut Creek Library
1644 N. Broadway, Walnut Creek
Friday, March 11th, Saturday, March 12th, 2016
7:30pm | $12From Iceland, “Rams” is a wry comedy that was a favorite at the Mill Valley and Palm Springs Film Festivals. It won awards in 17 film festivals in 2015.
The film will be shown on Fri., Mar. 11; Sat., Mar. 12; and, Sat. Mar. 19 at 7:30 at the Walnut Creek Library located at 1644 N. Broadway, downtown Walnut Creek.
It is the story of two estranged brothers working together for the first time in 40 years to save their sheep. The sheep are given actors’ credits at the end of the film.
Mountain Shadow will also show an Oscar “Special Mention” animated short from France entitled “The Story of a Fox and a Mouse.”
Mountain Shadow Film Society is a non-profit, membership organization. $12 General Admission tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis, beginning at 7 PM.
Pleasant Hill Shopping Center
Thanks to a reader for sending word about construction going on in the Pleasant Hill Shopping Center in front of Home Goods. Although there is a Starbucks in Target according to various sources there will definitely be a Starbucks here as well. In addition, although it hasn’t been confirmed, one employee at Home Goods mentioned Chipotle opening as well. Stay tuned…
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Last summer we learned that Los Angeles-based NYX Cosmetics would be coming to Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek and they have now opened right next to Macy’s. Check out their website here.
Berkeley
Thursday, March 3rd, 2016 – Sunday, March 6th, 2016
$12 – $15 (per movie)The 1st annual GLAS Animation Festival takes place March 3-6, 2016 in the historic city of Berkeley, California, just a quick ride away from San Francisco. We are introducing new ideas and expanding the scope of animation by bringing new voices, new talents, new themes, and a new generation of independent filmmakers and curators to the United States. We highlight fresh voices in independent animation while curating special programs of the most significant periods of animation history that serve as an inspiration for contemporary animators. Our venues include the Shattuck Cinemas, the David Brower Center, and the Berkeley Art Center.
404 Hartz Ave, Danville
According to a sign in the window, the antique and interior design boutique Sweet Magnolia is for sale “or property to sublease for new business”. According to their Facebook page they specialize in home and garden decor, sell antiques and offer design services.
