It’s that weekend that football junkies, TV commercial lovers and chicken wing producers wait anxiously for every year: The dawning of Super Bowl Sunday. Super Bowl XLIV will be played in Miami, and for the first timein years, the two very best teams all year will vie for the NFL crown. Sounds like the recipe for a great game! (Whooooo dat? Oops, my Saints bias acted up again; sorry, y’all.)

Since those of you on the East Coast are preparing for a good ol’ fashioned snowstorm blowing in on Friday night, it’s fortunate that there’s a lot to choose from on TV this weekend. Here’s what's on deck for you to enjoy.


ON TV:

All times are EST.


Friday, Feb. 5

“The Insider” on CBS; check local listings for times.

“Clean House” host and “Insider” panelist Niecy Nash earns an exclusive sit-down with troubled actress Lindsay Lohan. Lohan talks about how her life and home spiraled out of control in the last few years. The subject up for discussion: Hoarding.


“SOS: Saving Ourselves Help for Haiti Telethon,” on BET, MTV and VH-1, 8 p.m.

Diddy, Queen Latifah and Pharrell Williams co-host this telethon to raise money for earthquake victims in Haiti. The aftershocks have stopped, but they still need our help. Live from the Miami Arena, performers include Wyclef, Mary J. Blige, Justin Bieber and Robin Thicke.


Saturday, Feb. 6

"Rock Docs: Soul Train, The Hippest Trip In America" on VH-1, 9:30 p.m.

A documentary about the cultural impact of “Soul Train,” the longest-running syndicated show on television. The 90-minute film features clips from the legendary show and interviews with - of course - host-with-the-most Don Cornelius and recording artists that include Patti Labelle, Snoop Dogg and Smokey Robinson, who pay tribute to one of music’s most enduring franchises.


Sunday, Feb. 7

Super Bowl XLIV from Miami, Florida on CBS, at 6:25 p.m.

Indianapolis Colts vs. New Orleans Saints. You’ll be watching.


ON SCREEN:

“From Paris With Love,” starring John Travolta and Jonathan Rhys Meyers (R)

Travolta gleefully plays an experienced hitman teaching the new guy the ropes - and the guns, the knives and rocket launchers.


ON SHELVES:

“Damaged” by Kia DuPree. A former foster child turns to prostitution to survive, but ultimately pursues a better life for herself.

“Diary of a Stalker,” by Electa Rome Parker. A bestselling author lives to regret getting involved with an overly enthusiastic fan.


THINGS TO DO IN ...

CHICAGO
Friday and Saturday, Feb. 5 and 6
Bill Bellamy
Chicago Improv
8 and 10:15 p.m.
$24

RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA
Friday, Feb. 5
"Madea’s Big Happy Family," starring Tyler Perry
RBC Center
8 p.m.
$60 - $90

NEW ORLEANS
Saturday, Feb. 6
"A Night of Rhythm and Love: Kem, Angie Stone and Joe"
New Orleans Convention Center
$52.05 - $93.65

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