Good Morning, Walnut Creek! Exciting news to kickstart your week: La Ezkina has just opened on N Broadway, offering a delightful new culinary experience that will make your Mondays something to look forward to. And don't miss out on Prologue Coffee & Tea’s grand opening, where unique flavors and a cozy atmosphere promise to upgrade your coffee breaks. Whether you're planning lunch at La Ezkina or a coffee date at Prologue, this Monday is anything but mundane. Stay tuned, stay hungry, and keep shining, Walnut Creek!

In today’s Walnut Creek Spotlight:

• New Restaurant La Ezkina Opens on N Broadway in Walnut Creek

• Unique Flavors Delight at Prologue Coffee & Tea’s Grand Opening in Walnut Creek

- Walnut Creek Spotlight Team

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IN THE SPOTLIGHT

New Restaurant La Ezkina Opens on N Broadway in Walnut Creek

La Ezkina has officially opened in Walnut Creek, inviting guests to experience its vibrant flavors and beautifully remodeled space. After months of hard work and dedication, the owners, who personally crafted every detail, are excited to welcome patrons. Guests can make reservations by calling 925-954-7538, though walk-ins are also welcome. The owners, who have put their heart and soul into the restaurant, encourage feedback to ensure an unforgettable dining experience. La Ezkina is located at 2065 N Broadway Suite #100. See Menu Below

Unique Flavors Delight at Prologue Coffee & Tea’s Grand Opening in Walnut Creek

Prologue Coffee & Tea celebrated its grand opening last Friday, July 26, 2024. This new coffee shop brought a unique twist to the local cafe scene, offering artisan coffee with an Asian flair.

Prologue Coffee & Tea emphasized quality, using mainly organic and premium ingredients to ensure the best experience for its customers. Freshly baked sourdough, white, and baguette breads, along with a variety of pastries, were sourced daily from a local bakery. The matcha was directly imported from Japan, promising authenticity in every cup.

The menu featured an array of beloved food and drink options, including Vietnamese Banh Mi, spring rolls, piroshki, empanadas, egg coffee, ube dalgona, banana coffee, Lotus Energy, matcha, pink beet latte, and turmeric latte. These unique creations delighted every palate.

Attendees celebrated the special day with friends and family, enjoying special promotions and giveaways throughout the day. The innovative cafe welcomed its guests at the Walnut Creek Library, located at 1644 N Broadway, Walnut Creek, CA 94596. Visit Website (link)

EVENTS

Food & Drink

Trivia + Karaoke Night | Wednesdays at 6 PM | Retro Junkie | Join us for a fun-filled night with free admission, starting at 6 PM with happy hour, followed by pop culture trivia at 7 PM, and karaoke from 8 PM to 1 AM—no RSVP needed!

Trivia | Wednesdays at 6 PM | Mike Hess Brewing | Free to play! Test your knowledge and bring out some loved ones.

Geeks Who Drink Trivia | Rotator Taproom | Wednesdays at 6:30 PM

Karaoke Wednesday | Bourbon Highway | Wednesdays at 8 PM. Watch Video

Theatre

Best of San Francisco Stand Up Comedy | Lesher Center for the Arts | 6/15 - 8/31 on Saturdays | New generation of comedic talent with the "Best of San Francisco Stand-Up Comedy" tour, featuring some of the hottest up-and-coming acts in the Bay Area.

Community

Tai Chi | Mondays at 10:15 AM | Walnut Creek Library | Participants will learn the basic Tai chi movements, a series of sequential postures resembling a slow-motion dance.

Qi Gong Drop-In (Seniors) | Civic Park Community Center | Wednesdays at 12 PM | Slow meditative stretching. No experience is needed. Weekly, Wednesdays from 11:50 - 12:10 PM. Civic Park, Assembly Hall.

Mah Jong Drop-In (Seniors) | Civic Park Community Center - Wednesdays at 1 PM

Bingo Drop-In (Seniors) | Civic Park Community Center | Thursdays at 12 PM | 50+ Drop-in activity. Try your luck and have fun!

Native Plant Growers | July 12, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Civic Park, 1375 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 | Free | Join the Native Plant Growers at the Native Wildflower Garden in Civic Park. Volunteers who like to garden are welcome. Meets weekly on Fridays.

Farmer’s Market Walnut Creek | Locust St | Sundays at 9 AM | The Walnut Creek Market, open Sundays 9 am-1 pm year-round on Locust Street, offers local produce, supports sustainability, and provides free first-hour parking at Grower’s Square; only certified service animals are allowed.

Diablo Valley Farmers’ Market | Shadelands | Saturdays at 9 AM | Located in Walnut Creek's Shadelands Business Park, the Diablo Valley Farmers' Market, open Saturdays 9 AM to 1 PM with over 40 vendors, features fresh Brentwood produce, a Kid’s Craft Corner, and is a family favorite, having been voted #1 in America’s Favorite Farmers’ Market contest.

Kids

Peek-A-Book Storytime | Ygnacio Valley Library | Tuesdays at 10:15 AM | Peek-A-Book Storytime is a playful event for ages 0-2 at Ygnacio Valley Library in Walnut Creek, CA, featuring books, songs, and activities to enhance early literacy skills.

Baby Storytime | Walnut Creek Library | Tuesdays at 12 PM | The Walnut Creek Library hosts Baby Storytime. Parents and caregivers with babies aged 0-1 are invited to enjoy stories, songs, and interactive activities. No registration is required for this engaging and nurturing experience designed for the youngest attendees.

Family Storytime | Thursdays at 10:15 AM | Ygnacio Valley Library

Toddler Storytime & Play | Thursdays at 10:15 AM | Walnut Creek Library | Join us for songs, stories, and movement! Stay after the stories to play! Most appropriate for ages 0-3, but all ages are welcome.

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LIVE MUSIC & DANCE

Salsa Tuesdays | Tuesdays at 6 PM | Retro Junkie | Join Salsa Tuesdays at Retro Junkie for $10, featuring salsa lessons, DJ, and open dancing. Watch Video

Line Dancing Lessons | Tuesday, Thursday - Saturday at 8 PM | Bourbon Highway | Watch Video

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