2230 Oak Grove Rd. Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word about a cold desserts place called Ice Monster opening up in Citrus Marketplace on Oak Grove Rd. next to the recently opened Mexican restaurant Taqueria el Molino. Based on signs in the windows they’ll be offering bubble milk tea and “flavored snow ice cream”. Not sure whether that’ll include shaved ice but that would great if it does. Stay tuned…
1357 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Last month I noted that The Beauty Source was opening in downtown Walnut Creek on N. Main St, and they have now opened.
Fast Times 80s Dance Party Band:
Blu 42
1251 Arroyo Way, Walnut Creek
Friday, June 13th, 2014
9:00pm – 1:30am | $10
A new 56 unit luxury condominium complex called The Woodbury has broken ground in Lafayette behind the Veteran’s building on Risa Rd. and the initial units are expected to be completed in early 2015.
Branagh Development
From the developer’s website:
The Woodbury is a 56-unit luxury condominium complex expected to break ground summer 2014 in Lafayette. This seven building project will be complete with views of Mt. Diablo, the Lafayette hills, vegetable garden, fire pit and a new EBMUD park and sculpture garden. The open floor plan units are designed to feel like a single family residence but with the convenience and security of a luxury flat.
Six of the seven buildings are considered Garden Flats nd will house six units each. These buildings will hold the largest floor plans ranging from +/- 1,400 square feet to over +/- 2,900 square feet of living space. Units will include spacious balconies & patios, private garages, elevator access and only one common wall.
Housing 20 units, the Terraced House is the largest building in The Woodbury with floor plans ranging from +/- 1,100 square feet to +/- 1,700 square feet. Units will include balconies & patios, a secure parking garage, elevator access, gym facility and a community lounge.
The Woodbury’s extensive use of luxury finishes, large floor plans and proximity to Lafayette, Walnut Creek and everything the San Francisco Bay Area has to offer makes it the premier choice for those looking for ahigher standard of conominium living in the East Bay. The first phase delivery of units is expected in early 2015.
Photo by Flickr user Globovisión
Now that the world cup has begun in Brazil I’m wondering which team people are rooting for. I played soccer as a kid but don’t really follow it anymore. I’d like to watch the games this month but since I don’t have ESPN I’ll have to watch most games at a bar or watch Univision in Spanish online.
June Wine Walk:
Downtown Walnut Creek
Wednesday, June 18th, 2014
6:00pm – 9:00pm | $30 ($40 at the door)Walnut Creek continues its Centennial Celebrations with a June Wine Walk – stroll through downtown’s unique retail shops and restaurants, while enjoying a variety of outstanding wines and acoustic musicians. A portion of the proceeds benefit the Diablo Regional Arts Association and the Walnut Creek Library Foundation.
Photo courtesy (310) Eatery
1633 Bonanza St, Walnut Creek
The new June menu from the LA Street Food restaurant (310) Eatery in downtown Walnut Creek is now available and includes new dishes such as Peking duck sliders and I-5 South Fish Tacos. The menu also indicates that breakfast will soon be available as well. Check them out on Facebook here.
Willows Shopping Center, Concord
Thanks to a reader for sending word that the beauty retailer ULTA Beauty is coming to the Willows Shopping Center in Concord, replacing DB Shoes next to Old Navy. As you can see from the photo a completely new building is going up. In addition to this there is a lot of construction going on at this shopping center. Stay tuned…
Lafayette Art Gallery
3420 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
Friday, June 13th, 2014
5:30pm – 7:30pm | FreeThe Gallery’s “Second Fridays” — your chance to drop by, have a glass of wine, meet the artists, enjoy good conversation with art aficionados like yourself and, of course, feast your eyes on a dazzling array of fine art.
Spotted in front of Lottie’s Creamery in downtown Walnut Creek. If I had to guess I would say this is a late 1960’s or early 1970’s Cadillac. Anyone know the year?