Atlas & Athena Reopens in New Downtown Walnut Creek Location

February 6, 2017 8:30 am

1387 N. Main St, Walnut Creek

The clothing store Atlas & Athena, which we learned last month would be relocating within downtown Walnut Creek has now reopened. For those who remember their original spot on N. Main St, this new location is almost directly across the street. Their Pleasant Hill location has also closed so this is now the only Atlas & Athena location.

Originally featuring only men’s clothing, Atlas & Athena now also offers a women’s section, hence the Athena addition to their name. Check out their website here and check out the photos after the jump. There are plenty of cool items on display so it’s definitely worth a drop-in if you’re in the area.

Plenty more photos the inside after the jump…

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EnRoute Market Opens at Avalon Apartments near Pleasant Hill BART

February 2, 2017 11:30 am

7000 Sunne Ln, Walnut Creek

Thanks to a reader for sending word that the gourmet convenience store ENroute Market has opened at the Avalon apartment complex near the Pleasant Hill BART station in Walnut Creek. Check out what they offer here. I look forward to checking this place out! Has anyone been yet?

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Zoonie’s Opens in Lafayette

January 24, 2017 11:30 am

3591 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette

Earlier this month we learned that Powell’s Sweete Shoppe closed in Lafayette which caused quite a bit of concern to Facebook readers who only read the headlines when in actuality everyone who read the article here knew that there was no problem as it was going to be replaced by a new candy store called Zoonie’s with the same owners. Zoonie’s has now opened and I’m happy to say it’s almost identical to Powell’s with the exception of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang playing instead of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, a new color scheme and missing vintage Candy Land game boxes. An employee noted that new candies will be appearing soon in addition the usual sweet fare.

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Premier Bath & Kitchen PBK Opens in Downtown Walnut Creek

January 24, 2017 8:30 am

1410 N. California Blvd, Walnut Creek

Last spring we learned that Premier Bath & Kitchen would be coming to Walnut Creek and they have now opened. Check out their website here.

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Edge Boutique Closing March 1st in Danville

January 20, 2017 11:30 am

145 E. Prospect Ave, Danville

The clothing boutique Edge is closing in Danville on March 1st after 10 years in business, originally as a men’s clothing store. Check out their goodbye message here. Check out their closing dale sale alerts on their Facebook page here.

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Popup Alert – Kristi Yamaguchi’s Tsuya Opens in Downtown Walnut Creek

January 19, 2017 8:30 am

1521 Mt Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek

A new activewear popup boutique popup featuring figure skating gold medalist Kristi Yamaguchi’s brand, Tsuya, recently opened where Tommy Bahama used to be in downtown Walnut Creek. They plan on staying open at this location through the end of January and possibly February with everything 25% off in-store. Check out their website here.

From a press release:

Yamaguchi launched this clothing line, Tsuya, (pronounced Tsoo-ya) in 2012, to deliver the style that fits every part of your active life. Tsuya offers modern designs, on-trend colors and sophisticated style, plus ultra comfortable fabrics.

Tsuya is a product with a purpose. A portion of the proceeds from all sales goes to the Always Dream Foundation (AlwaysDream.org), which inspires underserved children to reach for their dreams through innovative reading programs and by advancing the cause of early childhood literacy.

Tsuya will offer additional discounts in-store only.

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Amazon Books Coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek

January 18, 2017 8:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

Goodbye Barnes & Noble, hello Amazon Books! Thanks to a reader for pointing out that according to the latest permit information Amazon Books is coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek, possibly where Go! Calendars – Games – Toys used to be. It’s ironic how Amazon caused so many physical bookstores to close, with Barnes & Noble closing around the corner last year; and now Amazon is the one opening a brick and mortar store. As an Amazon Prime member I look forward to checking this store out!

From the Amazon Books page:

As a physical extension of Amazon.com, Amazon Books integrates the benefits of offline and online shopping to help you find books and devices you’ll love. We select books based on Amazon.com customer ratings, pre-orders, sales, popularity on Goodreads, and our curators’ assessments. We place books face-out on the shelves, so each can communicate its own essence. Under each book is a review card with the Amazon.com customer rating and a review. Most have been rated 4 stars or above and many are award winners.
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Amazon Books is a store without walls – there are thousands of books available in store and millions more available at Amazon.com. Walk out of the store with a book or device; lighten your load and buy it online (Prime customers, of course, won’t pay for shipping); download a book for your Kindle; or add a product to your Amazon Wish List, so someone else can buy it.
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Devices in our Echo, Kindle, Fire tablet, and Fire TV families are available to test drive and buy. Associates are on hand to answer questions and show each device in action.
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Prices on all items for Amazon Prime members are the same as from Amazon.com. For customers who aren’t Prime members, Amazon devices are the same price as from Amazon.com; books and other items are sold at list price.

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Vince Camuto Closes in Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek

January 17, 2017 8:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

Fashion store Vince Camuto, which opened last February in Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek has closed. I believe this is first of the new stores after the redevelopment was completed earlier this year to close. Nearby, Old Navy will be opening soon.

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SafeAmerica Credit Union Opens in Orchards Shopping Center in Walnut Creek

January 11, 2017 8:30 am

Orchards Shopping Center, Walnut Creek

SafeAmerica Credit Union recently opened in the Orchards shopping center in Walnut Creek.

From their website:

SafeAmerica Credit Union is a non-profit financial cooperative, owned and operated by its members. Credit unions are not for profit organizations, unlike banks, which are in the business of making money for their shareholders. Membership entitles you to share as a “financial partner.” Rather than paying stockholders, credit unions return earnings to members in the form of higher dividends, lower loan rates and reduced transactional fees. This means you can enjoy low cost loans and higher yields on savings and investment options. This is what distinguishes the Credit Union from other financial institutions.

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T.J. Maxx Coming to Ygnacio Plaza in Walnut Creek

January 10, 2017 8:30 am

Ygnacio Plaza, Walnut Creek

The discount department store T.J. Maxx is coming to Ygnacio Plaza in Walnut Creek where Fresh & Easy used to be. Claycord posted about this last week which is based on the latest retail property listing for the Ygnacio Plaza shopping center.

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