One of the best things about Downtown Walnut Creek is the friendly attitude of locals and businesses towards pets. You’ll be hard-pressed to turn a corner and not see someone getting a bite on a restaurant patio with their furry companion by their side. Many pet lovers like to stay involved in activities  to benefit animals; however, many people haven’t the time to devote a cause. If you are a pet lover and want to do something to benefit Contra Costa County animals, the upcoming White Kitty Foundation benefit is the purrrrrfect event. Head to Downtown Walnut Creek and stop by the Pyramid Alehouse (with or without your pet) this Saturday, July 24 from 3-7 p.m. The tickets are only $20  for adults ($10 for 12 and under). Appetizers and Pyramid’s refreshing craft beer will be served. Come downtown and enjoy great food and company for a good cause. Click on the following link for ticket information and more details:  http://www.whitekittyfoundation.org/events.html

The brand new Walnut Creek Public Library is joining the long list of reasons why convenience is another reason to choose the 555YVR lifestyle. Join Walnut Creek residents this Saturday, July 17 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.), for a day of literary fun in the brand new library filled with activities for the entire family! From please see attached link for more details.http://www.wclibrary.org/events/walnut-creek-library-grand-opening/

Tomorrow, stop by 555YVR for a guided tour with one of our friendly sales staff on your way to “Sounds About Town,” an exciting live music series right in the heart of downtown Walnut Creek – just a few minutes walk from 555YVR. Starting this Friday, July 16 and each Friday until August 20^th enjoy the sounds of Bay Area musicians while discovering all that 555YVR’s downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood has to offer.

Not everyone can be a decorating expert when it comes to arranging your new home. That’s why 555 YVR is having the interior design gurus at EQ3 take that stress off your hands by partnering for a pop-up showroom in one of 555’s innovative live-work units. 

 Style, comfort and convenience are the main reasons why people from all over the Bay Area are inquiring about purchasing a 555 YVR home. We would like to make it easier for you to decorate that home by offering a $1000 gift card for EQ3 to buyers who purchase a home with 555YVR.  Let 555 YVR and EQ3 show you how a beautiful, functional home inside and out will simplify your life. Remember this will only last until July 26th. We look forward to seeing you there!

In case you missed it, get a glimpse into the life of  happy 555 YVR resident, including Dr. Carl Nibly featured in the San Francisco Chronicle’s Real Estate section. A warm atmosphere combined with contemporary elegance and a stones- throw from BART, 555 is prime for the picking.  For more on the story follow this link: http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=%2Fc%2Fa%2F2010%2F06%2F20%2FRE161E123M.DTL

The Walnut Creek Downtown Business Association and Atlas Men’s Shop (1356 N. Main Street) will be hosting the Semi-Annual Sidewalk Sale on June 12^th & 13^th.  This special shopping event, which is Saturday & Sunday, June 12 and 13, 2010 will take place during participating business store hours.  All participating stores have super savings and great bargains for all to shop!

The Semi-Annual Sidewalk Sale will give you the opportunity to shop the great deals of downtown Walnut Creek’s finest retail shops.  For further information about this event, or to see a complete listing of participating stores, please visit www.walnutcreekdowntown.com. 

The Walnut Creek Downtown Business Association is located on 1615 Bonanza Street, Suite 213, in Walnut Creek.  For more information about the Downtown Business Association and future upcoming events, please visit www.walnutcreekdowntown.com.

The Walnut Creek Downtown Business Association is excited to host the 3^rd Annual June Wine Walk!  The Wine Walk will take place on Wednesday, June 23, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.  Last year this event brought in over 900 attendees and was fun for all!  The Wine Walk invites guests to stroll though the many unique retail shops and restaurants of Downtown Walnut Creek, while enjoying some of the finest wines from local wineries.  Wines will be served indoors at all participating locations. 

The Wine Walk will begin at Pro Home Systems, located at 1561 Civic Drive.  All participants must begin at Pro Home Systems in order to participate in this event.  Parking is conveniently located across the street at the Locust Street Garage (1625 Locust Street).  Pre-ticket sales are available online at www.walnutcreekdowntown.com.  Cost is $25/person in advance and $30/person the day of.  Must be 21 or over to participate. 

Maps of participating businesses and a wine glass will be available at the starting point. For further information, please contact the Walnut Creek Downtown Business Association at (925) 933-6778.  We hope to see you there! 

The Walnut Creek Downtown Business Association is located on 1615 Bonanza Street #213 in Walnut Creek.  More information about the Downtown Business Association’s upcoming events is available at www.walnutcreekdowntown.com.