Jordin Sparks to sing at Alex's Lemonade Stand's Lemon Ball

"American Idol" winner Jordin Sparks will perform Jan. 9 at the Lemon Ball, the annual gala benefit for Alex's Lemonade Stand. CBS 3 anchors Susan Barnett and Chris May announced Sparks' performance last night as they emceed a Lemon Ball preview party thrown by Govberg Jewelers at G (111 S. 17th). Liz and Jay Scott, parents of the late Alexandra Scott, spoke at the party about their excitement over Sparks. Tickets for the Lemon Ball, taking place at the Downtown Marriott, are $250, available online or by calling 866- 333-1213.