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Saturday, October 30, 2004

Artworks Gallery schedule

Artworks Gallery Inc. corner of Walnut and Adams street, hours M-F 11:30-5:30

Our annual highly anticipated artist holiday tree will be decorated and lit on November 6th. Artworks has over 25 artist, many have created handmade ornaments for this tree. The ornaments will range in price from $5. up and will be of various mediums: paper, beads, ceramic, glass, Santa gourds, fiber arts.

November 7th is the Artworks gallery bus trip to SOFA exhibit in Chicago. This is open to the public and cost $40 which includes the bus trip, entry ticket to SOFA, 2 meals and lots of fun! Call Nancy Norris for more details (h) 765-282-2016 or (w) 765-608-6204.

Artworks Gallery will celebrate it's 3rd year anniversary on November 11th. We will be treating our board members to dinner at Vera Mae's then retiring at the gallery.

Sunday, October 24, 2004

Middletown Idol

Congratulations to Beth Levell-Davis, winner of the Middletown Idol contest.
More than 60 vocalists entered in the competition, sponsored by the Community Arts and Building Foundation and WLBC radio.
Michael Andrews placed second, and Allison Saul placed third.

Thursday, October 21, 2004

Witches Ball at Center Stage

Witches Ball at Center Stage
Welcome....all witches, vampires, monsters, ghosts and ghouls. ("Oh Yeah, and humans too. ") We invite you to join us for... The First Annual "Witches Ball"
Saturday, October 30th at Center Stage, 306 South Walnut Street, Downtown Muncie
Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
Show starts 6:30 p.m. - 2 a.m.

The spirit of All Hallow's Eve will be alive and well throughout the evenings' activities. Although some of our guests may be dead... (or undead), this Ball won't be!

The evening will include live music from six different bands from all over the midwest, costume contests, tarot readings, door prizes, enchanting gift baskets, and much more!!!!

Tickets on sale now!
Tickets in advance: $10.00, at the door: $13.00

For more information, or to participate, E-Mail: cabercrombie2004@comcast.net

more details including vendors and band line-up at: http://www.witchesball.net

This is an all ages event.... while offering a cash bar with beer, wine, & Spirits for 21 & older. Portions of the proceeds will go to...

"Haden's Heroes"
Haden Michael Gaunt was born August 15,2003. Named in honor of his father's beloved cousin, Aaron Michael Gaunt, (12/5/79 - 9/24/01).

Haden has been diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder called Hurler's Syndrome. Hurler's is referred to as a "storage disorder" in which his body lacks the necessary enzymes to dispose of unneeded cells. The wasted cells are stored in internal organs and brain. If not treated, Haden's life will be considerably shortened. Meanwhile his condition will progressively deteriorate to the point of respiratory and cardiac distress, bone deformities, severe pain and mental decline.

In order for Haden to receive enzyme replacement therapy, his parents, Nick and Brooke, drive him four hours (one- way) every other week to Cincinnati Children's Hospital as there is currently no treatment for Hurler's in Indiana. The infusion takes several hours each time. A bone marrow transplant is the only chance Haden has for survival and time is of the essence. A national search of the registry is currently underway to find a suitable donor. It is hopeful the transplant can be done in October. When that occurs, Haden will be hospitalized for several months in Cincinnati.

His parents must shoulder an overwhelming financial burden. Nick and Brooke are in dire need of moral and financial support. They live in Dunkirk, Indiana where Nick works at a small, non union manufacturing plant. Brooke works part-time in local nursing home. Brooke will stay by Haden's side through the week and Nick must try to visit with his family on the weekends. The trips to Cincinnati have drained on their savings, stressed their vehicles and compromised their jobs as well. There has been little good news for this young family.....

But there is HOPE for HADEN.

Portions of proceeds on merchandise, raffle tickets, and every ticket sold to the Witches Ball will go to this family that desperately needs support. Thanks to all of our sponsors and all who come in support of Haden Michael Gaunt.

Wednesday, October 20, 2004

Hotel Roberts Renovation

The historic Hotel Roberts will be undergoing remodeling in the coming months.
Built by developer George D. Roberts in 1921, the hotel is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Tuesday, October 19, 2004

YMCA Open House

YMCA Open House
Downtown Branch, 500 South Mulberry St.
Thursday, November 11, 6:30 am - 7:30 pm
Opento the public with FREE facility tours, FREE fitness evaluations (limited),FREE massage therapy, and refreshments all day. The pool will be open witha giant snail slide for the kids in the evening from 5 to 7 pm.
The next6-week program session begins November 8. For program fees or additionalinformationvisit www.muncieymca.org or call 765-281-YMCA.

Sunday, October 10, 2004

Magna Cum Murder

Magna Cum Murder crime writing festival returns October 22 to 24 at the Hotel Roberts and Horizon Convention Center in Downtown Muncie, Indiana.
Guest of Honor is Alexander McCall Smith, True Crime Guest of Honor is Don Hale, and Banquet Keynote Speaker is Dr. Elliot Engel.
Registration is required and costs $185 for all events, $95 for Saturday only (banquet NOT included), $40 for Saturday Luncheon only, or $45 for Saturday banquet only.
Registration deadline is October 13.
For more information, call 765-285-8975, fax 765-747-9566 or email jamabigger@aol.com or kennisonk@aol.com.
Details available at www.magnacummurder.com

Thursday, October 07, 2004

Halloween at Muncie Children's Museum

The Basement is Back!
Muncie Children's Museum's The Basement returns for another Halloween season. This year's theme is An Underground Circus.
The haunting begins October 7 and continues through Halloween. Hours are 7 - 11 p.m. at the Muncie Children's Museum, 515 South High Street, Downtown Muncie.
Admission is $6 (museum membership is not applicable).
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR YOUNG CHILDREN!!
Instead, bring them to:

Monster Masquerade
Saturday, October 30, 10 am - 11:30 am
Activities include a costume contest, creepy crafts, scary snacks and a haunted photo.
The cost of this special event is $15 for MCM members and $25 for non-MCM members. Seating is limited and registration is required!! For more information or to register your child, please contact the museum at 765-286-1660.

For more information on these and other MCM events, visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com