Emily's Army Celebrates Release of New Album

"Lost at Seventeen" will be available in stores and online starting June 11.

Oakland Celebrates Lake Merritt Sunday — Without Cars

Play, stroll, bike and paddle at Lake Merritt from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Should Movies Go To The Dogs? What Do You Think?

Summer Cinema: Outdoor Movies in Piedmont and Nearby

Lots of choices, some for families with younger children, some for teens and adults. It's BYOB — bring your own blanket (or chairs) — for most of these events.

'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.

Brazilian Vocalist Performs Sunday at Jazz at the Chimes

Award-Winning Grand Lake Poet Holds Signing, Reading of New Book

Arisa White will be reading from her second volume of poetry, "A Penny Saved," at Pegasus Books in Berkeley on June 9.

Monday Morning Video: Children's Choir Tour

Piedmont East Bay Children's Choirs produced this documentary about last year's tour to Croatia, Slovena and Serbia.

Green Day a Crowd Pleaser at Greek Theatre

"Billie Joe Armstrong acted like a man with a new lease on life," said a one review.

“Third Age” Artists Exhibit at Piedmont Center for the Arts

New vocations bloom in retirement.

Billie Joe Armstrong Documentary to Screen in Berkeley

"Broadway Idiot" documents Armstrong's road to Broadway, where he appeared in the rock musical "Amerian Idiot."

Thousands of Feline Fanciers to Gather at Oakland Internet Cat Video Festival

More than 5,000 cat-lovers are expected to attend the first-ever Bay Area Internet cat video festival to celebrate cats through different daytime activities and premiere of the Walker Art Center’s Internet Cat Video Festival at the Great Wall of Oakland

Piedmont High's Thomas Horn Shoots for the Stars in 'Space Warriors' Movie

In a recent blog post by The Piedmont Highlander, PHS sophomore Thomas Horn speaks about his upcoming movie, "Space Warriors," and how he balances his acting career with school life.

New Piedmont Theater Troupe Opens First Show

The newly formed Piedmont Players are taking wing with their inaugural production tonight, Friday, and tomorrow night – "The Queens of France" by Thornton Wilder – at the Piedmont Center for the Arts.

Encore Screening of 'The Waiting Room' Next Week

The Oscar-nominated documentary by Piedmont filmmaker Peter Nicks will have a benefit showing at the Elmwood Theatre in Berkeley.

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

The show is recommended for all ages.

Notes & Words 2013: Celebrating 100 Years of Caring for Children

Piedmont’s very own Kelly Corrigan, New York Times best selling author and event organizer, is rolling out quite an exciting line up of talent for this year’s Notes & Words show that benefits Oakland's Children's Hospital and Research Cen

Mads Tolling Performs Sunday at Jazz at the Chimes

Meet Danish-born jazz violinist Mads Tolling and his ensemble at a reception following the concert.

American Folksong East Bay Concert March 3 and 8

Temple Sinai of Oakland and St. Mark's Parish of Berkeley will connect their faiths through the music of composer Aaron Copland

Meet the Stars of 'Disney on Ice,' Opening Today at Oracle Arena

'Disney on Ice' opens in Oakland today. We have an interview with two of the principal cast members of the show: Vicky and James Black, who play Cinderella and Prince Charming.

Standing in Twain's Footsteps in Piedmont

Earlier this month, we asked readers if they could pinpoint where a well-known photo of a young Mark Twain was taken in Piedmont. Here are directions to and a current photo of the location in the middle of Piedmont Park.

Mark Your Calendar: Chamber Concert Soiree, Modern Quilts, BirdZ of PlaY at PCA

It's a busy — and varied — month ahead at the Piedmont Center for the Arts.

'Brave' Wins Golden Globe for Piedmont Resident

Director Mark Andrews accepted the award along with executive producer Katherine Sarafian of Oakland.

Children's Choir to Hold Auditions Feb. 2

Call or email to schedule an audition appointment.

Young Oakland Poet Nominated for 44th NAACP Image Award

Arisa White, a Brooklyn, NY native, now lives near Lake Merritt and says she combats homesickness by walking the length of Brooklyn Avenue from Park Boulevard to the lake.

Jazz at the Chimes Readies for New Season

The Beyond Category Quartet and vocalist Jackie Ryan will perform Jan. 20 in the jazz series' first 2013 concert.

Piedmont Author Releases Second Thriller

Robert B. Lowe's new book, "Divine Fury," is set in San Francisco and the East Bay.

'The Waiting Room' Shortlisted for Oscars

The documentary by Piedmont filmmaker Peter Nicks moves into the next round of voting for the 2013 Academy Awards.

Zombies? In Piedmont? A Local Filmmaker's View

Adam Liss, an '04 grad of PHS and second-generation Piedmont filmmaker, is hoping to raise funds to finish his current project: a documentary on the zombie apocalypse phenonmenon.

'Pinkalicious' Returns for the Holidays

The children's musical will have a December run in Berkeley.

Children's Theatre Production Debuts Dec. 8

"Tales of Olympus" is recommended for ages 6 and up.

PMS Student Among the Cast of 'All My Sons'

A local seventh grader has a role in a Hayward production of the award-winning Arthur Miller play.

Jazz at the Chimes Concert Nov. 18 Will Feature Brazilian Jazz

Pianist and composer Marcos Silva will headline the final concert of the current season at the Chapel of the Chimes.

Home Brew: Sample Beers Made by Piedmonters

There's local artisanal beer tasting Friday night at the Piedmont Center for the Arts.

Kids Not Reading Enough? Patch Has Tips from Author James Patterson

Bestselling author James Patterson gives tips on making your child an avid reader. Plus, here's a great reading list for the fall to get you started.

Montclair Fine Arts and Crafts Fall Fest

PAAC - Mid Autumn Moon Festival

ART SHOW & OPENING RECEPTION AT STRAWBERRY CREEK LODGE

Rockridge Market Hall Picnic in the Street

Why There Are Words Literary Reading Series rocks October and Litquake 2012!