Orchards Shopping Center, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that Mattress Firm is coming the Orchards Shopping Center in Walnut Creek.
Orchards Shopping Center, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that Mattress Firm is coming the Orchards Shopping Center in Walnut Creek.
1378 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Body Time, the Berkeley-based skin care company that opened almost 50 years ago is closing all stores including their downtown Walnut Creek location which opened almost 4 years ago. For the time being the Walnut Creek location will remain open while they sell off their remaining inventory so drop by for the 50% sale going on.
Update from owner:
Yes, Body Time is closing its doors. Our warehouse rent doubled (not our Walnut Creek store) which made operating in our current form no longer feasible. Once we close our operations we will assess if we can offer our products to customers in a more cost efficient manner. We will continue to operate our Walnut Creek store for the foreseeable future while we sell our remaining inventory of products.
From their Facebook page:
We are closing everything on April 22. Our rents have almost doubled and we weren’t able to negotiate our lease. This was a big surprise for us as well as our many loyal customers. The social media will continue until the end of the month.
444 Hartz Ave, Danville
The Bloom Space, which relocated from Lafayette to Danville several years ago is packing up again and relocating to Sebastopol or possibly Petaluma. They also plan on offering DIY classes and sell handcrafted items when they reopen up north. Check out their website here.
178 E. Prospect, Danville
Lemon, a shop featuring gifts, baby, home goods and more which opened last year as a popup shop, is returning to Danville down the block where Pelican Rock used to be on East Prospect, next to Locanda Ravello. Check out their Instagram page here to see progress on the new store as well as products they will carry.
From their website:
Est. Lemon November 2017 with the goal to have an amazing gift shop featuring high quality items, organic baby/spa items, gifts people really want to give and get & carry local California items when I can!
422 Hartz Ave, Danville
Last month we learned that the bridal boutique Brides on Hartz would be opening in Danville and they are now open. In addition to wedding gowns they also offer wedding and event planning services here. Note that there is a spacious fitting area towards the back with couch and chairs. Learn more about the owners here.
1366 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
The online thrift store ThredUp, which opened last summer in downtown Walnut Creek, is relocating a couple of blocks away where Five Little Monkeys used to be. According to a sign posted on their door they expect to open “early May”. Interestingly, it mistakenly says that they are currently at “Broadway Plaza”. They are actually at the Broadway Pointe shopping center, across the street from Broadway Plaza.
Alamo Plaza
The pet supply and grooming store Bark Avenue is coming to Alamo Plaza where Loard’s Ice Cream used to be (as well as the spot next door) this summer, possibly opening by the end of June. With three stores near Sacramento, this will be there first Bay Area location. Check out their services here. Information about their DIY dog washes can be found here.
From their website:
Bark Avenue is dedicated to bringing you and your pets high quality products and services. We carry a complete line of all natural, healthy and safe foods and treats. All of our complete diets are free of corn, wheat, soy, artificial preservatives, food dyes, and by-products. Our foods are made with wholesome ingredients and are fed to our own pets every day! We also carry vitamins and supplements, raw food, herbal remedies, shampoos and conditioners, fun collars and leashes, comfy beds and a wide selection of toys!
Our staff is specially trained in holistic pet nutrition, proper fitting of harnesses and collars, training techniques, and other helpful tips and tricks. We will help you one-on-one in figuring out what food or product is best for your pet because proper pet nutrition is our priority!
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
According to the latest Walnut Creek permit information luxury boho fashion and accessories shop Johnny Was is coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek with their first East Bay location. It looks like they’ll be opening where Skin 17 used to be, which recently relocated near Macy’s where Ministry of Supply used to be.
From their website:
Johnny Was creates clothes and accessories that embrace a California lifestyle but speak to a global vision, that feel luxurious, yet ready to be packed into a suitcase for a last minute trip. It is about going through life with an ease that’s both alluring and inspiring.
355 Hartz Ave, Danville
A new DIY workshop studio called AR Workshop is opening in Danville where Live Happy Paper Crafts used to be. Their grand opening launch party will be held on May 19th to, “get a tour of our new workshop space, check out the sample projects, and shop our retail boutique featuring home decor gifts and accessories”. There will also be “giveaways, raffles, and promotions”. Register here and check out their workshop calendar here. Although other locations are BYOB it looks like the Danville location will allow small snacks or appetizers to be brought in but no alcohol, for now at least.
From the Danville AR Workshop page:
Register for a DIY workshop to create on-trend home decor from raw materials such as wood signs, canvas pillows, wood framed signs, bottle openers and more. Enjoy a girls night out, date night, team building event, private party or birthday party at AR Workshop where you can enjoy an inspiring atmosphere.
AR Workshop Danville is owned by Jennifer and Jim Ludlam. They are looking forward to bringing a fun new venue to Historic Downtown Danville, California.
The Veranda, Concord
Last month we learned that Toys “R” Us was closing their US stores but there was still a slight chance that another buyer would scoop up some locations. However, the giant “GOING OUT OF BUSINESS” sign in front of the Toys “R” Us at the Veranda shopping center has put that idea to rest. Hopefully there will be some good sales happening eventually.