Beyond the Creek

Walnut Creek Liberty Bell Plaza Liberty Bell

January 16, 2012 8:30 am

The plaque at tops says:

DEDICATED BY
THE PRESIDENT OF
THE UNITED STATES
GERALD R. FORD
MAY 25, 1976

Photo from Walnut Creek Historical Society
As the Walnut Creek Historical Society notes:

U.S. President Gerald R. Ford (pictured) visits Walnut Creek on May 25 (1976), during which time he dedicates Liberty Bell Plaza in honor of the nation’s bicentennial.

While reading the older events from that page I noticed that the population of Walnut Creek in 1950 was only 2,460 and in 1960 was still under 10,000. To me that’s amazing. Back then the city was so small I imagine everyone knew everyone.

The original LIberty Bell, located in Philedalphia, PA is pictured below.

Photo from Flickr user kw111786

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Weekend Rant and/or Revel

January 13, 2012 5:00 pm

You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. I’ll open this thread every Friday at 5 pm.

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Friday Rental Option – Trinity House Apartments

January 13, 2012 11:30 am

Trinity House Apartments is located at 1812 Trinity Avenue in downtown Walnut Creek:

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From the Craigslist ad:

Upon entering the cut-stone courtyard of Trinity House (graced with a flowing fountain) you will find that the stress of your busy day simply melts away. Your comfortably-appointed apartment home offers you a welcome retreat, while the community’s idyllic downtown location, provides you with both luxury and convenience.
Walnut Creek is a cosmopolitan town by any standard. Living at Trinity House you are within walking distance to BART, world-class shopping and some of the Bay Area’s best restaurants.
Experience Trinity House and discover the best in East Bay rental living–where the quality is second to none.

They have a 1 br for $1595. Is that the going rate these days? Disclosure, I used to live here before the the Mercer complex was built, and thought the location was perfect. 10 minute walk to Bart, 5 minute walk to downtown. Now that Target offers groceries getting some quick food is convenient as well. However the going rate was a lot less than $1595 back then.

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Open/Closed Sign of the Day

January 13, 2012 8:30 am

From the store that was featured as door of the day back last November, Labels, is now featured for the eclectic Open/Closed sign hanging next to it. Labels is located in downtown Walnut Creek on N. Main St.

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e Bar vs. i Bar Showdown at Broadway Plaza

January 12, 2012 4:30 pm

e Bar

i Bar

What a strange pairing having Nordtrom’s e Bar cafe a few steps away from an eyebrow waxing store called the i Bar at Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek. I can just imagine the misunderstandings taking place at this very moment. Anyone else find this amusing?

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Judging Restaurants – Va de Vi

January 12, 2012 11:30 am

Va de Vi, located at 1511 Mount Diablo Blvd. next to Tiffany’s in downtown Walnut Creek, specializes in Californian, Asian and Tapas-style cuisine with a nice wine selection and offers outdoor seating. Named to the SF Chronicle’s Top 100 Bay Area restaurants 7 years running, Va de Vi is one of Walnut Creek’s finest restaurants, albeit pricey. Any recommended dishes?

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Ridiculously Awesome Raggedy Ann of the Week

January 12, 2012 8:30 am

Spotted in downtown Walnut Creek. Who had a Raggedy Ann doll growing up?

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Nothing Bundt Cakes Opening Delayed until Jan. 20th

January 11, 2012 4:50 pm

The grand opening for Nothing Bundt Cakes has been pushed back to Feb. 1, although they expect to open on Jan. 20th for those who just can’t wait. Previously it was reported that they would be opening on Jan. 10.

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Broken Window at Thirteen Salon

January 11, 2012 4:34 pm

Check out the broken window at Thirteen Salon located on Locust St. next to Mr Lucky’s Bar & Grill. Scuttlebutt going around is that a patron there may have kicked it in one night. As of today the window has been replaced, although it’s just another in a long list of incidents involving bars and nightclubs in downtown Walnut Creek. Since this isn’t confirmed maybe it was just a freak accident?

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Door of the Day

January 11, 2012 11:30 am

Not as cool as the other Sasa door of the day, this one is at the front entrance to Sasa Restaurant in downtown Walnut Creek. The “S”-shaped door handle is a nice touch.

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