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Walnut Creek, CA Offers Varied Local Recreation And Scenic Outdoor Experiences
In many suburban communities, the concept of “recreation” doesn’t extend much past sitting on the porches, watching the neighborhood kids ride their bikes.
Not so in Walnut Creek, where it seems like there are as many activities as there are folks in the town. The city’s recreation department offers dozens of classes and clubs for eager learners of all ages. Kids can get their feet wet in everything from space exploration to engineering with Legos, and adults can dance their hearts out to the... Read More »
Gardens at Heather Farm Inspire and Educate
The Gardens at Heather Farm provide a beautifully unique horticultural experience just outside of downtown Walnut Creek. Located on six acres, the gardens exist to inspire and educate the community on effective gardening methods and the importance of protecting the environment. By visiting one of the 24 demonstration gardens and learning centers scattered throughout the gardens or by taking part in a garden tour, visitors are sure to enjoy the scenic beauty all around them. Many take advantage... Read More »
Walnut Creek's Model Railroad Society Offers Locomotive Family Fun
Those of a mechanical persuasion won’t want to miss the 60-year-old Walnut Creek Model Railroad Society. Founded in 1948, this nonprofit organization provides visitors with a chance to enjoy intricately designed model train lines.
The society’s opus, the Diablo Valley Lines Railroad, is a permanent 54 x 32-foot layout built by club members containing more than 4,300 feet of hand-laid track, complete with mountains, on 175,000 individual railroad ties.
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