Happy Wednesday, Walnut Creek!

💡 Did you know: The actual Walnut Creek waterway runs underneath the downtown area in tunnels?

So while we’re grabbing coffee and walking downtown, an entire creek is quietly flowing right under our feet.

In today’s edition:

Let’s get to it.

— Sean Casey

Time to add a little color to your weekend plans! Family Art Day: Festivals of Spring returns to the Shadelands Art Center with hands-on art stations, performances, and activities celebrating spring traditions from around the world. Families can explore crafts, painting, and interactive creative projects while learning about cultural festivals like Nowruz, Easter, Purim, and Ramadan.

The event is designed for kids but welcoming for anyone who enjoys making something with their hands and spending a relaxed morning outdoors. Local arts groups, community partners, and performers help turn the grounds into a lively creative playground.

📍 Where: Shadelands Art Center. 111 N Wiget Ln
📅 When: Saturday, March 14th | 10am – 1pm
💲 Price: Free

Event Info

If your weekend could use a few solid laughs, the Lesher Center is bringing a lineup of comedians straight from the San Francisco comedy circuit. These shows typically feature a rotating mix of stand-ups who regularly perform at clubs like Cobb’s and Punch Line, so you get a variety of styles in one night. Expect witty observations, quick crowd work, and a few jokes that hit a little too close to home.

📍 Where: Lesher Center for the Arts. 1601 Civic Dr
📅 When: Saturday, March 14th | 815pm - 930pm
💲 Price: $18.75

Ticket Info

A new cocktail spot is joining the downtown lineup. Martini Garden is opening its doors this weekend, bringing a lounge-style setting focused on craft martinis, small plates, and a relaxed evening atmosphere. Expect a menu built around classic martini variations along with seasonal twists and a few shareable bites.

New openings always bring a little curiosity with them, and this one could quickly become a go-to stop for date nights and evenings out.

📍 Where: 1719 Bonanza St in Downtown
📅 When: Friday, March 13th | Opening day
💲 Price: Menu pricing

First Look

Our med spa scene continues to grow with the opening of V Aesthetics, a nurse-led regenerative aesthetic location offering treatments like microneedling and medically supervised wellness programs. The practice focuses on natural-looking results and long-term skin health rather than dramatic transformations. Look for introductory specials this weekend while being able to meet the team.

📍 Where: V Aesthetics. 1655 N Main St Suite 200
📅 When: Saturday, March 14th | 5pm - 8pm
💲 Price: Consultation / service pricing varies

Learn More

Spring gardens are about to wake up, and this UC Master Gardener webinar explores one of the more fun parts of the season: Edible Flowers. The session covers which flowers are safe to eat, how to grow them, and simple ways to incorporate them into salads, desserts, and drinks. It is part gardening class and part culinary inspiration, perfect for anyone who enjoys cooking, planting, or just making their dinner table look a little more impressive.

📍 Where: Online Event
📅 When: Tuesday, March 17th | 6pm – 7:30pm
💲 Price: Free

Register

🥧 Corned Beef & Cabbage at The Greenery
A classic St. Patrick’s plate with corned beef, cabbage, and festive drink specials in a relaxed neighborhood pub setting.

🍺 St. Patrick’s Celebration at Dan’s Irish Sports Bar
Walnut Creek’s most Irish-spirited sports bar goes all out with live music, green beer, and a packed St. Paddy’s crowd.

⛳ St. Patrick’s Dinner at Boundary Oak Golf Course Clubhouse
A special Irish-inspired dinner featuring traditional corned beef, cabbage, and hearty sides in a cozy clubhouse atmosphere.

🎶 Walnut Creek Concert Band: “The Emerald Awakening”
A lively concert celebrating Irish music traditions with Celtic-inspired melodies and festive orchestral arrangements.

🍸 Irish-Inspired Cocktail Specials at Walnut Creek Kitchen & Bar
Downtown cocktail lounge rolling out themed drinks and green-tinted cocktails for the St. Patrick’s celebration.

🎸 Live St. Patrick’s Music at Retro Junkie
A high-energy night of live bands, DJs, and festive drink specials turning the venue into a lively St. Paddy’s dance party.

🍕 St. Patrick’s Day Food Specials at Pancoast Pizza
Expect festive food specials and themed drinks alongside their popular Detroit-style pizzas.

🍻 Irish Beer Specials at ØL Beercafe & Bottle Shop
Craft beer fans can celebrate with rotating Irish brews and festive taps pouring throughout the holiday.

🎤 St. Patrick’s Karaoke Night at Stadium Pub
A festive karaoke night where the crowd tends to lean heavily into Irish sing-along favorites.

🥧 Weekly Walnut recipe: Herby Whipped Ricotta With Pea & Walnut Pesto - makes a bright and zesty spring dip.

🎵 Who we are listening to: Call Me - St. Paul & The Broken Bones. Another foot-tapping jam that inspires anyone left in their seats to move to the music.

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✨ You don't have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.

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— Sean Casey | Publisher | Walnut Creek Digest