Lake County offers seasonal activities for all ages

No one can say there isn't plenty to do in Lake County, even in the middle of winter. Here are some activities planned this week through Monday.

Food stars at First Look for Charity

Sleek automobiles won't be the only thing in the spotlight at the Chicago Auto Show's First Look for Charity on Feb. 8.

Chicago Auto Show previews its displays

CHICAGO | The Chicago Auto Show's First Look for Charity black-tie gala event is from 6:30 to 10:30 tonight at McCormick Place.

First Look offers sneak preview at Chicago Auto Show

Tickets are available for the Chicago Auto Show's First Look for Charity.

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Racing to the food line at auto show

Sushi, bratwurst, pork sandwiches and pot stickers were among ethnic dishes spotlit at The Chicago Auto Show's "First Look for Charity" Thursday at McCormick Place.

RESTAURANT SCENE: Menus have soul, global diversity and Valentine's appeal

Have a craving for soul food? Indiana University Northwest is ready to indulge you with "A Taste of Soul Food" at 11 a.m. Tuesday.

INSIGHT: St. Jude House to benefit from First Look for Charity

Mary McShane, manager of development at St. Jude House in Crown Point, with her husband, Jim McShane, enjoy the Franciscan Community Benefit Services hospitality suite at last year's First Look for Charity.

INSIGHT: St. Jude House to benefit from First Look for Charity

This is the time of the year I talk about First Look for Charity, that fabulous black tie gala that gives folks the first peek at all the newest models from the automotive industry the night before the Chicago Auto Show opens. The best part is the cost of the ticket goes to charity.

INSIGHT: St. Jude House to benefit from First Look for Charity

Stephen J. Bardoczi, St. Jude House board member, and his son, Alexander, attend last year's First Look for Charity.

INSIGHT: St. Jude House to benefit from First Look for Charity

Sister Diane Marie Collins, general minister for the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago and chairman of the board for St. Jude House, thanks those in attendance at last year's First Look for Charity for their support of Franciscan Community Benefit Services.