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🌧️ Walnut Creek, CA Weather

 📅 Check Out Valentine’s Day Events

 🌮 Coming Soon? Cholita Linda New Sign Lights Up Broadway Plaza

 🥙 Manakish Oven & Grill Opens New Location in San Jose

 🚨 Joint Effort by Walnut Creek and Concord Police Leads to Arrest of Vehicle Theft Suspect After High-Speed Chase

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Question: Why is Valentine’s Day celebrated on February 14th?

A) It marks the start of spring in ancient calendars.

B) It is the anniversary of St. Valentine's death or burial.

C) It was the date of a Roman festival celebrating love.

D) It coincides with the mating season of birds in some regions.

(Answer at the bottom of the newsletter.)

Wednesday's forecast paints a soothing soundscape with the gentle patter of rain. Expect a high of 59°F as morning showers graduate to a steady afternoon rain. An energetic breeze from the South at 10 to 15 mph will accompany the raindrops, with an 86% chance of precipitation, and an expected rainfall of nearly a quarter of an inch. Humidity will hold steady at 80%, wrapping the day in a moist embrace, while the UV index remains low at 2, giving everyone a brief respite from the sun's gaze.

As night falls, temperatures will cool to 48°F, with the rain making its curtain call early. The clouds will part slightly, offering a glimpse of the night sky. The southern winds will soften to 5 to 10 mph, and the chance of rain decreases to 75%. Humidity will rise slightly to 88%, and the moon's waxing crescent will emerge at 9:45 am, setting later at 11:48 pm. Prepare for a day that's as nurturing as a warm, heartfelt embrace! 🌧️☁️🌜

Upcoming Local Events

Wednesday, February 14th

• Valentine’s Dance & Karaoke @ Bourbon Highway - 8 PM Learn More

• Valentine’s Day Set Menu @ Torsap Thai Kitchen - 5 PM - close Learn More

• 4 Course Dinner, Live Music, & Special Valentine's Gift @ La Fontaine Learn More

• Trivia & Karaoke Singles Night @ Retro Junkie - 6 PM Learn More

• Large Cheese Heart Pizza from Extreme Pizza Learn More

  

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Coming Soon? Cholita Linda Sign Lights Up Broadway Plaza

Cholita Linda, a Latin comfort food restaurant known for its Baja fish tacos, is opening a new branch in Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek. This new location will be the fourth for Cholita Linda, adding to its presence in Alameda, Oakland, and San Francisco's Ferry Building. The Walnut Creek branch is anticipated to offer a diverse menu that includes sandwiches, salads, and specialty plates such as the Picadillo, Chicharron de Pollo, and Pollo Cholita. A highlight of the upcoming opening was captured by a newsletter reader, who took a photo of the restaurant with its logo illuminated on the building, showcasing the community's excitement. The opening is eagerly awaited in late summer or early fall, promising to extend Cholita Linda's delightful culinary offerings to more food enthusiasts.

Manakish Oven & Grill Opens New Location in San Jose

Manakish Oven & Grill, located in Walnut Creek, California, has become a favorite since its 2019 opening, blending traditional Mediterranean flavors with West Coast cuisine. This unique culinary approach has attracted both locals and food enthusiasts, offering a diverse menu that takes patrons on a journey to the Eastern Mediterranean. The restaurant's commitment to quality is evident in its "no-freezer" policy and dedication to using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

In a significant expansion, Manakish Oven & Grill has proudly announced the opening of a new location in San Jose today, as revealed on Facebook. This new venture aims to bring their beloved Mediterranean-West Coast fusion closer to an even broader audience, enhancing their reach within the culinary community.

Excerpt from In and around Pleasant Hill Food & Drinks Facebook Group:

Nabila Salem commented: While I acknowledge that this group primarily focuses on Pleasant Hill and nearby cities, BUT I couldn't resist not sharing the exciting news that our second Manakish Oven and Grill location is

🥳🥳🥳 NOW OPEN IN 📍 SAN JOSE! 🥳🥳🥳

This wouldn't have been possible without your support, our community in WC, PH, and certainly this group played a crucial role. Thank you all so much.

Joint Effort by Walnut Creek and Concord Police Leads to Arrest of Vehicle Theft Suspect After High-Speed Chase

🚨 Walnut Creek PD and Concord PD collaborate to take a vehicle theft suspect into custody. 🚨

Last night, WCPD's swing shift and graveyard units received a Be On the Look Out (BOLO) from Concord PD regarding a stolen Hyundai traveling on Ygnacio Valley Rd from Oak Grove Rd. WCPD officers located the Hyundai on Ygnacio Valley Rd as it entered the Highway 24 on-ramp heading westbound. Officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop on the Hyundai, but the driver sped away. A pursuit ensued.

The pursuit continued on Highway 24 to the Caldecott Tunnel, where the driver of the Hyundai lost control and crashed into a bush on the west side of the tunnel. The driver (sole occupant) fled on foot and jumped a nearby chain link fence, but our officers were able to take the next exit and locate him. A short foot pursuit ensued, quickly ending. WCPD officers took the driver into custody and arrested him for possessing a stolen vehicle and evading. He was transported to county jail.

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