Lakeshore Public Television celebrates 25th anniversary

MERRILLVILLE │ Lakeshore Public Television celebrated its 25th anniversary with the introduction of new CEO James Muhammad on Thursday at the Radisson Hotel.

Under the Streetlamp Ready for Second PBS TV Special

Christopher Kale Jones, from left, Shonn Wiley, Michael Ingersoll and Michael Cunio are the singing sensation members of Under the Streetlamp, which returns to Star Plaza Theatre in September 2013 to tape a second PBS TV special.

OFFBEAT: PBS Lakeshore TV celebrating 25, 'Streetlamp' ready for new special

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JFK retrospective, Latino history on PBS schedule

PBS' fall schedule will examine President John F. Kennedy's life and his death 50 years ago through a modern lens, part of the network's increased emphasis on relevance, its programming chief said.

OFFBEAT: Chicago premiere of 'Pianist' a key stage ticket

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Just like 'Downton' : Historical patterns for interior design enjoying a resurgence courtesy of popular PBS series

The British period drama TV series, created by Julian Fellowes, is set in the fictional Yorkshire country estate of Downton Abbey, depicts the lives of the aristocratic Crawley family and their servants in the post-Edwardian era around 1912.

Wallpaper Patterns at Barker Mansion in Michigan City

The patterns and designs of recreated wallpaper that adorn the 38-rooms of Barker Mansion in Michigan City share the same era of elegance of the early 1900s as the estate decor of the popular PBS series "Downton Abbey."

Plot spoilers pose 'Downton Abbey' challenge

There are many delicious reasons to watch the returning "Downton Abbey" and an exasperating one to skip it: The cover's been blown on major plot twists.

Martha Stewart with Julia Child at Chicago Housewares Show in 2001

Julia Child, right, poses for a picture with Martha Stewart, at the Chicago Housewares Show on Jan. 14, 2001.

OFFBEAT: Reader looking for Martha Stewart, gets Julia Child bonus

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Singer Nathan Pacheco

Singer Nathan Pacheco performs one concert at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Harris Theatre in Chicago as part of his new national tour.

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OFFBEAT: Region Newsman Tom Higgins celebrating 80th birthday this weekend

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OFFBEAT: Jerry O'Connell stars as Ralphie in 'Christmas Story' follow

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Toasting Julia Child's 100th Birthday: Culinary queen still inspires and instills the spirit of cooking up fun

Joanne Urschel, of Valparaiso, has been busy for months planning a party with her friends. Like so many fans and food enthusiasts from around the world, Urschel wants to raise a glass to honor the favorite kitchen great of the last century — Julia Child.

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Under the Streetlamp Celebrates First Year Anniversary

Christopher Kale Jones (left to right), Shonn Wiley, Michael Ingersoll and Michael Cunio are the singing sensation members of Under the Streetlamp, which returns to Star Plaza Theatre for one performance on July 14.