Bears coach Lovie Smith, whose late mother suffered from the effects of diabetes, will be an honorary chair along with his wife MaryAnne for the American Diabetes Association annual “Care to Cure: A Sunday Brunch event” on March 6.
Proceeds from the event at the Soldier Field United Club will benefit diabetes research, programs and advocacy. Contact Kristen Young at 312-346-1805, or visit http://www.diabetes.org.
Mae Smith died Feb. 1 at the age of 77 in Texas.
Word on the street: Former Cubs outfielder Gary Matthews has signed a new contract to remain the TV color analyst for the Phillies’ broadcasts. … Sky forward Cathrine Kraayeveld will compete alongside Taj Gibson of the Bulls and former Bull Steve Kerr in the Haier Shooting Stars competition during NBA All-Star weekend. … Chicagoan Peter Caliendo received the Man of the Year award from the Illinois High School Baseball Coaches Association.
Local attractions: The Blackhawks, Bulls and White Sox franchises are teaming up to host the inaugural “Home Team Charity Run” on April 3. A portion of proceeds from the race will be split among the teams’ respective charities. The 10K run will start at the United Center and finish at U.S. Cellular Field. Participating runners get to choose which team they want to represent and will receive a team-branded jersey. Visit hometeamcharityrun.org.
Sights seen: Packers outside linebackers coach Kevin Greene was a surprise guest at Thursday night’s Chicago Live! show hosted by the Tribune’s Rick Kogan at the Chicago Theatre Downstairs stage. … Twins slugger Jim Thome getting a pedicure at Zano’s Hair Salon in Downers Grove.
