Trailer, Review: 'Thor: The Dark World' Is a Glorious Norse Gods Buddy Film

Burdening the multiplex with bulging plots, bulging pecs and glorious purpose.

'Ender's Game' Trailer, Review: Asa Butterfield and Co-Stars Score, and Save a Mediocre Movie

PG-13 film in theaters Friday.

Small People Have Big Fun at 'Alberrito Streets'

The third "Alberrito Streets" big block party hosted by Albany and El Cerrito closed parts of Key Route Boulevard and Ashbury Avenue for three hours Sunday for bikes, scooters, games, art, chess, hula hooping, tightrope walking, music, food and more.

Campaign to Reopen Oaks Theater on Solano Ave.

A campaign has begun to reopen the 88-year-old Oaks Theater on upper Solano Avenue in Berkeley, near the Albany border. The plan is to turn it into multi-use venue for live performances, lectures and films, according to the organizers.

Blocks and Blocks of Booths, Music and Food – Solano Stroll

For thousands of people today, Sunday, the place to be was the 39th Annual Solano Avenue Stroll – the East Bay's biggest street festival – with its 26 blocks of information booths, food vendors, crafts, music and even a police motorcycle competition.

There’s A New Patch in Town: Swallow Falls from Sony Picture Animation’s 'Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2' (Sponsored)

Excited for the new movie "Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the island where the sequel takes place: Swallow Falls. Pack a fork. Sponsored by Sony Pictures.

‘One Direction: This Is Us’ Premiere Parties Sweeping the Nation (Sponsored)

One Direction — otherwise known as Harry, Zayn, Liam, Niall and Louis — hits the big screen in their upcoming film, "One Direction: This Is Us," releasing Aug. 30. TriStar Pictures.

Albany Library Spotlights Kids' Talents at Annual Show

The Albany Library hosted its annual Kids Talent Show on Tuesday, Aug. 13, bringing 11 different acts to the stage. The video compiles some of the highlights of the show.

‘The Smurfs 2’ in Theaters Now (Sponsored)

Get ready for summer fun for the whole family — ‘The Smurfs 2’ is in theaters now! Sponsored by ‘The Smurfs 2’

High Flyers Paint the Berkeley Sky

We offer special thanks to photographer Nick Sebastian for his photos from the Berkeley Kite Festival this past weekend.

Get Your Hike On in the East Bay Trails Challenge

Here's a chance to get some gentle exercise amid lots of nature and beautiful scenery, not to mention a free trial guide and organic cotton t-shirt (while supplies last) – the East Bay Regional Park District "Trails Challenge" program.

There’s A New Patch In Town: Disney’s Propwash Junction (Sponsored)

Excited for the new movie "Planes"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the town where Disney's "Planes" takes place: Propwash Junction. No wings required. Sponsored by Disney.

‘Grown Ups 2’ in Theaters Today (Sponsored)

Adam Sandler and an all-star cast reunite for “Grown Ups 2,” this summer’s feel-good comedy. Sponsored by “Grown Ups 2.”

Local Theater's Dog-Admission Day Sent to Doghouse

A bring-your-dog-to-movies matinee at Oakland's New Parkway theater today was nixed by Alameda County health officials, apparently for health and sanitation issues. Do you think dogs could or should be admitted subject to proper precautions?

'After Earth' in Local Theaters Today (Sponsored)

Father-son duo Will and Jaden Smith reunite in this summer’s sci-fi blockbuster, After Earth. Sponsored by Sony.

Linda Hutchins Makes Her Mark at Littlebigspace

The Portland-based artist will have her work shown at the Albany art gallery starting Saturday, April 6, from 3 to 6 p.m. and will have it shown through May 4, 2013.

'Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Musical' Opens April 13 in Berkeley

The show is recommended for all ages.

Albany FilmFest to Showcase Short Films on Saturday, March 2

New this year: an hour of family-friendly films from noon to 1 p.m.

Albany Banjo Player on 'Prairie Home Companion' This Weekend

Tune in to KQED-FM to hear Bill Evans perform — or catch one of his local performances in the next few weeks in Albany or Kensington.

Gallery: Lunar New Year Fete at Albany Twin

Thanks to primary organizer Ah-Lan Min and photographer Eric Li for these photos capturing some of the colorful and energetic performances of this year's Lunar New Year celebration at the Albany Twin theater.

Young Performers Welcome Chinese New Year in Albany

The Albany Community Center was filled Thursday afternoon with Chinese music and dance, not to mention camera-hoisting audience members and colorfully dressed young performers, as the city held a lively Chinese New Year celebration.

Artist of Multiple Callings: Michael Horse

Michael Horse, whose Native American paintings and jewelry are prominently featured at the Gathering Tribes gallery in Albany, sees himself primarily as an artist, though it's not unusual for strangers to recognize him for his TV and movie roles.

Several Ways to Celebrate Lunar New Year in Albany

You have more than one opportunity to welcome the Chinese New Year in Albany this year. There'll be a celebration Thursday at the Community Center, and Sunday will see performances at the Albany Twin theater, followed by a parade.

Check Out Last Year's Winner from Patch's Halloween Costume Contest

A New Jersey boy's get-up was head over heels above the rest, earning him more than $1,000.

Gathering Tribes' 21st Anniversary Celebration With Native American Song & Dance

Albany Middle School Arts and Craft Fair

Day of the Dead: Procession & Community Altar

Solano Fine Art Gallery Fall Exhibit: Stevens Strauss and Takeshi Nakayoshi

Art Show & Opening Reception At Strawberry Creek Lodge

Sauce Piquante at Kensington Circus Pub

Rocky Horror Picture Show, East Bay Halloween Extravaganza! Albany Twin, Friday, October 26

First Wednesday Formal presents: Charlotte Innes & Frank Osen

Tech Fiction Book Launch

African Safari... Live, exotic animals!

Opening Reception - The Art of Conservation

Kim Dexter - Christian Worship Music

Asian American Donor Program Bone Marrow Donor Drive

A Talk on Shen Yun and Chinese Traditional Culture

Star Wars Reads Day

Lyle the Crocodile