Loard’s Ice Cream Opening this week in Concord

July 20, 2015 11:30 am

2151 Salvio St, Concord

Perfectly timed for the hot summer, Loard’s Ice Cream is opening across from Todos Santos Park in Concord this week. I dropped by over the weekend and they were planning on soft opening very soon. The inside looks very nice with 3 flat screen TVs embedded throughout the store. There’s a candy section with ice cream pints available in a freezer at back. In addition to the standard Loard’s fare, the owner mentioned that they will be offering house-made ice cream bars etc. for sale using Loard’s ice cream and will also offer an option to print photos directly onto cakes for birthdays and other celebrations. Sounds cool!

Photos of the inside and menu after the jump…

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Lush Cosmetics Coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek

July 20, 2015 8:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

The handmade cosmetics shop Lush has confirmed they are coming to Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek and it looks like they’re going to be located in the new section directly next to Macy’s (according to a source). Check out the history of Lush here and their product line here. As you can see from the above photo taken over the weekend, the sidewalk is being completely redone along the main strip.

From their Facebook page:

We make fresh products by hand with love, including:

Bath
Bath Bombs
Bubble Bar Slices
Luxury Bath Melts
Soaps
FUN – our 4-in-1 creation

Shower
Shower Jellies
Shower Gels & Smoothies
Sugar Scrubs

Haircare
Solid & Liquid Shampoo
Solid & Liquid Conditioner
Hair Masks
Henna Hair Dye
Styling Gels

Skincare
Cleansers
Toners
Moisturizers
Shaving Creams
Lip Balms
Dusting Powders
Deodorants
Massage Bars
Body Butters
Hand & Body Creams
Foot Care

Solid Fragrances
Perfumes

Emotional Brilliance
Liquid Lipsticks
Cream Eyeshadows
Liquid Liners

And gorgeous wrapped gifts for everyone!

LUSH Spa

We’ve also created a traditional English spa, complete with jars of fresh wild flowers, mismatched vintage teacups and old-fashioned books lining the shelves. Like all LUSH products, our spa treatments are fresh and handmade. Choose from seven unique treatments and surrender yourself to an experience that lifts you up, takes you on a beautiful journey, and then sets you back on earth feeling serene and radiant.

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La Femme Jewelry and Gifts Closing July 31st in Downtown Walnut Creek

July 16, 2015 8:30 am

1372 N. Main St, Walnut Creek

La Femme Jewelry and Gifts, which opened last September a few doors from CREAM in downtown Walnut Creek is closing July 31st.

From their Facebook page:

La Femme Jewelry and Gifts will be shutting its doors on July 31 2015. We are having a Liquidation Sale of between 30-50% off stickered prices and are also offering our beautiful Displays and Showcases.

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Sur La Table getting Remodeled in Broadway Plaza – Cooking Classes coming in Sept.

July 14, 2015 11:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

The cookware store Sur La Table is getting an interior remodel in Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek and by moving their stockroom upstairs will be offering cooking classes beginning in September. Look for the remodeled section inside to open the first week of August. It’s been a few years since downtown Walnut Creek offered a place for dedicated cooking classes. Viking Home Chef used to offer cooking classes on the second floor but that closed several years ago (now occupied by Destination Maternity).

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ivivva and lululemon Relocating to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek

July 13, 2015 8:30 am

Both lululemon and ivivva (athletic wear for girls), also owned by lululemon, are moving to separate locations in Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek. Currently lululemon is located right outside Broadway Plaza on S. Main St. and ivviva is located in the back of the strip mall where Pacific Bay Coffee and George’s Giant Hamburgers are. Although they are owned by the same company and offer activewear, they will not be located next to each other. According to an employee from ivivva they will be located near Macy’s in the new development.

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Scuttlebutt Confirmed – Michael Kors Coming to Broadway Plaza

July 9, 2015 8:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

As the Broadway Plaza redevelopment progresses in downtown Walnut Creek, the scuttlebutt from last April about Michael Kors coming to Broadway Plaza has been confirmed according to the latest permit information from the City of Walnut Creek. Thanks to a reader for pointing this out.

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Lou & Grey Coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek

July 8, 2015 8:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

A new active/street wear women’s boutique from Ann Taylor called Lou & Grey is coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek. This is not surprising considering how popular active wear has become lately with Kit & Ace and Athleta coming to Broadway Plaza and lululemon right around the corner. Check out their online shop here. According to my source there are definite plans for this…

From their website:

This is a clothing label born out of instinct. We noticed women no longer want to choose between style and comfort, work or weekend wear—so we created an edited line of easy, texture-rich essentials for every day.

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Lafayette Pet Shoppe Closing End of July

July 6, 2015 8:30 am

3517 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette

According to an ad in the Lamorinda Weekly the Lafayette Pet Shoppe on Mt. Diablo Blvd. is closing by the end of July. “Lost our lease – Owner retiring! Store liquidation”. “Up to 50% off, everything must go”.

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Cigar Emporium Relocates within Walnut Creek

July 2, 2015 8:30 am

1770 N. Broadway, Walnut Creek

Last month Cigar Emporium moved to a new location within Walnut Creek on N. Broadway. Their old spot was in the strip mall next to George’s Giant Hamburgers.