LAPORTE – Indiana University Health LaPorte Hospital is offering a free series on Healthy Cooking on Thursday, Feb. 10, and Thursday, March 10.

            The programs include cooking demonstrations and sampling of the prepared items. The programs are from noon to 12:45 p.m. at The Crossing, 1203 Washington St., LaPorte.

            Chef Keith Peffers from Purdue University North Central will conduct the programs. Registration is required by calling (219) 326-2480 or toll free (800) 235-6204, Ext. 2480.