Get ready for summer fun for the whole family — ‘The Smurfs 2’ is in theaters now! Sponsored by ‘The Smurfs 2’
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.
In the first weeks of filming "The Wizard of Oz, Judy Garland wore this dress with a blonde wig.
Adam Sandler and an all-star cast reunite for “Grown Ups 2,” this summer’s feel-good comedy. Sponsored by “Grown Ups 2.”
Vegan and dairy treats.
Food courts, local performers, handmade crafts, local artistry & local culture.
Grant's uncle said he hopes the film will help to "undemonize black and brown men."
Check below for admission prices, special discount days and dte for fireworks and horse racing.
Play, stroll, bike and paddle at Lake Merritt from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Alameda County Department of Public Health gave two thumbs down to the theater's plan, which would have allowed customers to bring their dogs to a Saturday afternoon show.
The true identity of "Mr. Jones," and other tidbits.
Saturday's first-ever dog-friendly movie screening is a definite go at the Oakland theater.
The theater is trying out a "doggie-style" screening on Saturday afternoon. Buy your tickets in advance.
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.
Father-son duo Will and Jaden Smith reunite in this summer’s sci-fi blockbuster, After Earth. Sponsored by Sony.
The trio will present a free performance from 7 to 9 p.m.
Several free concerts will be held in the month of May showcasing outstanding jazz programs and performers from around the Bay Area, including a Young Musicians Showcase at Yoshi's Oakland.
New vocations bloom in retirement, as an upcoming exhibit by Oakland artists shows.
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
Go beyond the familiar: venues in Temescal, East Oakland and Berkeley join forces for a weekend of performances.
The show is recommended for all ages.
An opening reception for Part II of a retrospective of Robert Akeley's work in planned for April 5 at Rise Above Graphics.
Meet Danish-born jazz violinist Mads Tolling and his ensemble at a reception following the concert.
The March 4 event — the first since a shooting following February's First Friday left a young Oakland man dead — was peaceful and more family-oriented than in recent months.
Sin Silver and her band play all over the East Bay, including Barclay's in Rockridge on March 10 and 24.
Temple Sinai of Oakland and St. Mark's Parish of Berkeley will connect their faiths through the music of composer Aaron Copland
'Disney on Ice' opens at Oakland's Oracle Arena 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.
Paris is coming to the Rockridge Library on Saturday, Feb. 23, when three Bay Area novelists will appear together to discuss their novels set in the City of Light. The event is sponsored by the Oakland-Piedmont chapter of AAUW.
A little-known but profoundly influential woman from a thousand years ago is about to become better known, thanks to Rockridge author Patricia Bracewell, whose extensively researched first published novel will debut next month.
The Beyond Category Quartet and vocalist Jackie Ryan will perform Jan. 20 in the jazz series' first 2013 concert.
Robert B. Lowe's new book, "Divine Fury," is set in San Francisco and the East Bay.
The local non-profit will receive the National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award.
"Tales of Olympus" is recommended for ages 6 and up.
Pianist and composer Marcos Silva will headline the final concert of the current season at the Chapel of the Chimes.
Diesel, A Bookstore, will introduce author Mariah K. Young Sunday afternoon at a publication party at its College Avenue store.
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.