Ukrainian Catholic parish hosts annual Easter event

MUNSTER | St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Parish will hold its annual Easter Bazaar from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at St. Josaphat Church Hall, White Oak and Ridge avenues.

Hobart Jaycees to host annual Easter egg hunt Saturday

HOBART | The Hobart Jaycees hold the annual Easter egg hunt at 10 a.m. Saturday at Festival Park, 111 E. Old Ridge Road.

Does 2013's style trend spell end of trendy?

The biggest trend in fashion for the new year might just be that there isn't anything especially trendy.

Stories not stones give some jewelry its value

It's the story, not necessarily the stone or other bells and whistles, that gives jewelry shared between generations its high value.

Classic fashion brand Burberry goes digital

Angela Ahrendts may be CEO of Burberry, but one of her favorite accessories is an Apple iPhone5 that she's used to oversee a mobile makeover at the 150-year-old company best known for trenchcoats and tartan plaids.

High or dry? Staying sober for New Year's Eve

Whether in recovery or not interested for other reasons, the holidays often mean an excess of booze and drugs.

Should I turn cheek or support new revolution?

Confusion! That’s what dominates American culture today. If we continue down the same path, next will come chaos and finally collapse.

There's detective work to do for party dress codes

Even if dress code is addressed, it's probably "cocktail casual" or "holiday glam," which can mean a whole lot of things to different people.

Easy projects rethink tie-dye for elegant holiday gifts

Crafts don't have to be complicated. With the holiday season ahead, an easy, enjoyable craft can cover many gifting bases. What could be more fun than experimenting with a simple tie-dye?

Michelle Obama picked Kors for Election Night

As Michelle Obama stepped on stage with her husband in Chicago early Wednesday morning, she accepted her role not only as first lady but fashion tastemaker for four more years — this time, wearing a Michael Kors magenta silk chine pin-tucked dress.

EC students host Chautauqua today

EAST CHICAGO | "The most American thing in America" is how President Theodore Roosevelt described Chautauqua. The original Chautauqua took place in New York beside the lake that it was named for.

Chicago releases 1st cultural plan since 1986

CHICAGO | The city of Chicago released a new cultural plan on Monday, its first in more than 25 years.

One Region unveils Qualify of Life Indicators Report

MERRILLVILLE | Several hundred stakeholders gathered Tuesday at the Radisson Hotel at Star Plaza for the official unveiling of the 2012 Quality of Life Indicators Report issued by One Region.

Culture: NWI cultural landscape expanding, improving

Northwest Indiana's cultural landscape shows signs of brightening in a study measuring quality of life in the region.

Quality of life report finds NWI 'a region in transition'

A new report finds Northwest Indiana "a region in transition" and declares that urgent, thoughtful action is needed to prevent decline and instead propel the area's residents, communities and institutions toward greatness.

Dillinger Museum offers free admission Saturday

HAMMOND | The John Dillinger Museum, located in the Indiana Welcome Center at 7770 Corinne Drive, will offer free admission Saturday in conjunction with the Smithsonian’s Museum Day Live! event. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and every day.

Chinese Moon Festival to be celebrated at PUC

HAMMOND | A Chinese Gong Fu show, traditional Chinese games, talent presentations and food are part of a Chinese Moon Festival celebration scheduled at 6 p.m. Friday at Purdue University Calumet, 2200 169th St.

Lollapalooza brings Red Hot Chili Peppers, Black Sabbath, and more to Chicago

Drawing a sold out crowd, Lollapalooza features everyone from Jack White to Hailey Reinhart to AVICCI during its three-day festival in Grant Park.

Pierogi Fest celebrates food, entertainment, and Eastern European culture

The Pierogi Fest is an excellent way for the people of Whiting, Indiana to celebrate their Polish heritage while poking a little fun at themselves at the same time.