Downtown News 5/27/2005

DOWNTOWN NEWS !!!!

Cornerstone Center for the Arts: Summer Arts Programming
This summer Cornerstone is offering arts programming for the entire family. Most camps run for one week during June or July. A sampling of classes include: The Write Attitude w/ Joyce Jamerson (for youth grades 2-6 and 7-8), Hip Hop Aerobics w/ Sally Leist (for Adults), Beginning Ballet w/ Marge Hobley (for Parents & Adults), To Shin Do w/Peter Ellery (for children and adults), Drawing and Painting w/ Bob Grice (for Adults), Clay w/ Shonet Lambert-Martin (for children & adults), KidArt with various teachers (for 7mos-5 years w/ caregivers) and Group Guitar w/ Whitney Stump (for high school & adults).

LOCAL ARCHITECTURAL FIRM CHANGES NAME AND NEW LOCATION
MUNCIE, INDIANA - Gooden and Ellis Architects, LLP 111 West Adams Street has changed its name to GEA Architects, LLP and is now located at 108 East Jackson Street. It was previously located in First Merchants Bank for 25 years and Mitchell Place for the last 8 years.
GEA Architects, LLP has been a Muncie based architectural firm for 33 years established by James H. Gooden. Gooden continues as a consultant and architect with the firm. The firm is a partnership with architect Michael W. Ellis and architect Joseph L. Dowdle and five staff.
After several months of work, this 1890 building was renovated by Ellis and Dowdle into modern offices. The exterior was restored to historic standards with the assistance of the downtown facade program by S.A. Boyce Corporation of Muncie.

MAY
1-29 the Artist Within: exhibits by Stephen Hartley/Catherine Hall "TEXTture

4th - 31st Mitchell Place Gallery, 301 S. Walnut, presents three concurrent exhibits in May. Two exhibits "Experimentations in Painting and Metal" is the combined work of five Ball State seniors as they explore and develop individual styles and themes. The painters are Kyle Harrington, Elizabeth Berlin and John Muyl le and the Metal artists are Stacey Weber and Andrea Miller. The third exhibit is an exhibit of fashion design that features the work of Ball State students as well. It is coordinated by Valerie Birk, their mentor and instructor.

5th - 31st David Dale Designs Fine Art Gallery will host an exhibit of works on canvas and paper by Indiana artists David Dale, Muncie, Mary Ann Davis, Indianapolis, and Carol Strock Wasson, Union City
28th Minnestrista: Join us each Saturday from 7-11 a.m. for a special May Market at Minnetrista! Get a jump on your garden and select from a great variety of bedding plants, shrubs, trees, hanging baskets, and planters. Early-season produce and baked goods will also be available.
28th Minnetrista: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Garden Planting Workshop
Learn about the basics of planting a garden including plat selection from nurseries/vendors, proper planting techniques and plant care. Participants will receive materials for general garden planting and care and have the opportunity to plant an actual garden at Minnetrista (based on the design created during the Garden Planning Workshop of March 5). Participants will leave with a layout map of the garden they have planted. Price: Members, $2 per person; non-members, $5 per person.
28th Muncie Civic Theater For those who have always wanted to audition for a play but don't know how to start, or for those wishing to brush up on auditioning skills by working with professional actors and directors, Muncie Civic Theatre will be holding an Audition Workshop on May 28 2:00pm. There is no charge and the workshop is open to the public. Topics covered will include: choosing good material, making a good first impression, calming your nerves, the basics of a good resume, the importance of a good headshot, coping with rejection and how to choose which auditions are right for you.

JUNE

1-30th Mitchell Place Gallery: Melody Carr, DUAL VISION A TACTILE EXHIBITION Opening Reception, June 2, 5-8pm. Melodie Carr is a local book artist and dance teacher. She teaches Visual Arts, Dance, Theatre, and Music at the Cornerstone Center for the Arts and for Very Special Arts of Indiana (VSAI). Melodie is drawn to book arts and dance because of their physically interactive natures. Through her art and teaching, she hopes to broaden people's horizons (and bring on a few smiles) with interactive projects and classes.

2nd - 30th Gordy's Fine Art and Framing Over twenty adult students of watercolor artist Brian Gordy will exhibit their work at Gordy's during the month of June. The public is invited to a reception for the artists during the monthly First Thursday event on June 2nd, from 5 to 8 pm at the gallery/shop.
Artists included in the show are Cindy Ammerman, Nancy Cook, Juli Eflin, Peggy Garrett, Martha Gilliom, Mary Kay Holladay, Barbara Houck, Nicola Johnson, Carolyn Kapinus, Jack May, Robert Morse, Renee O'Rourke, Lauren Shaffer, Nadine Tringali, Lorri Tucker, Cindy Turner, Angele Walker, and Yvonne Williams.

2nd-30th Blue Bottle: "Peanut Butter & Honey" by Kyle Meyerdirks Emerging Young Artist to Exhibit at the Blue Bottle
Kyle Meyerdirks will hold his first public exhibition during the month of June at the Blue Bottle Coffee Shop in downtown Muncie. A dozen paintings will be shown and offered for sale. If art is a reflection of its time, then Meyerdirk's time is definitely pop culture. His contemporary paintings are a reflection of his interests, with influences from hip Japanese animation. Flat colors in a limited palette depict a beloved dachshund, a humanesque octopus, or robots, both hard-edged and soft-shelled varieties. Backgrounds are empty buildings, shadows, or non-existent, with moodiness on top.

2nd - 30th the Artist Within: Exploration in color", Britt Husman, the featured artist, is a native of Dayton, Ohio and a graduate of
Indiana Wesleyan University. He is currently the Art Department Chair at Muncie Southside High School; will feature several large oil paintings that have been developed over the last three years. An opening reception will be held June 2nd from 5-8 pm. Also: Local artist Heidi Hale will be offering bead workshops and potter, Toren Scott is scheduling throwing lessons.

2nd-30th Artworks Gallery featuring Altered Art. Our artist have been busy finding things that are not art and turning them into a wonderful art piece. Example: wires, twist ties, pop tops etc., weaving into an amazing quilt.

2nd Blue Bottle: from 5 to 8 pm. Singer Joan Hamilton will perform, described as a "James Taylor-like guitarist." For more information call 284-3630.

2nd Downtown Farmer's Heritage Organic Market has started up again. Every Thursday at 4:00 at the corner of Walnut and Charles.

4th -5th Minnetrista 2005 Garden Fair Saturday, June 4, 7 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, June 5, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Free parking and admission. Also, children's activities and garden lectures.

5th-7th Muncie Civic Theater Auditions for the 2005-2006 Mainstage Season as well as for the Studio Theatre Cabaret and Alternative Programming Series. Auditions for the 14-show series, "The 75th Diamond Anniversary Season", are open to all ages and levels of experience. Auditions will be at 6:30pm on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana.

5th Cortex Hair Center, 112 W. Jackson St. the salon is featuring recent works by artist, Ryan Ramsey. Meet the artist and check out his
paintings at a reception from 5-8 pm Thurs.

7th -28th Cornerstone Center for the Arts KidArt Summer Camp 10-11:30am or 6-7pm; ages 7 months-5 years, cost $20.

9th Downtown Farmer's Heritage Organic Market has started up again. Every Thursday at 4:00 at the corner of Walnut and Charles.

11th Indiana Public Radio and Old National invite you to "An Afternoon in the Vineyards," a wine-tasting party and silent auction, June 11, 3-6 p.m. at Muncie Airport. Co-hosted by Vince's Restaurant. Proceeds benefit Indiana Public Radio. Reservations are required at 800-646-1812 by June 3. $10 for IPR members; $15 for non-members. Music provided by a jazz combo and vocalist from Ball State. For more information and a list of the items for auction, visit www.bsu.edu/ipr.

14th - July 26th Cornerstone Center for the Arts Weaving classes Tuesdays from 6-7pm for Adults, cost $10 class.

13th - July 25th Cornerstone Center for the Arts Clay classes Monday's from 6-7:30pm for Adults, cost $30.

15th Mitchell Place Gallery Accordian Fold Bookmaking, 7 to 9 PM taught by Melodie Carr, No registration feee but $5.00
for materials, YOU MUST REGISTER AND CAN DO SO ON-LINE AT WWW.MITCHELLPLACEGALLERY.COM

16th Downtown Farmer's Heritage Organic Market has started up again. Every Thursday at 4:00 at the corner of Walnut and Charles.

20th - 24th Cornerstone Center for the Arts Caring Arts Camp, 9am-2pm for K-6th grade, cost $15. AND Beginning Ballet for adults and children 6-7pm, cost $5. AND Dance with Marge for adults from 7-8pm cost $5. AND Ballet for children ages 10 years and older 5-6pm cost $5.

21st - July 26th Cornerstone Center for the Arts Clay for Children classes Tuesdays from 1:30-3pm for Children, cost $30. AND Elementary Group Piano I from 5:30-6:30pm cost $30. AND Hip Hop Aerobics for adults from 6-7pm.

22nd - July 27th Cornerstone Center for the Arts Family Clay camp classes Wed. from 6-7:30pm for Family, cost $10 class. AND Drawing & Painting classes Wed. from 6-7:30pm for Adults, cost $30. AND Yoga for adults from 5:30-6:30pm cost $30.

23th - July 28th Cornerstone Center for the Arts High School and Adult Group Guitar Camp 6-7pm, cost $30 AND Ballroom Dancing for adults from 6:30-7:30pm cost $60. Swing Dancing for adults 7:30-8:30pm cost $60.

23rd Downtown Farmer's Heritage Organic Market has started up again. Every Thursday at 4:00 at the corner of Walnut and Charles.

25th Minnestrista Big Band and Jazz with the Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra at 7:30 p.m. Grab your blankets, lawn chairs and picnic baskets and join us for free summer family fun and live musical entertainment! Open to the public. All outdoor events at Minnetrista are alcohol free. Parking is available at the Delaware County Fairgrounds.

27th - July 1 Cornerstone Center for the Arts Cornerstone String Institute 2-4pm; for K-8th grade, cost $80.

30th Downtown Farmer's Heritage Organic Market has started up again. Every Thursday at 4:00 at the corner of Walnut and Charles.

Muncie Children's Museum Summer Passes Now Available
Spend the whole summer at the Muncie Children's Museum when you purchase a summer pass. Summer passes are $40.00 and are valid June through August. Sensational summer activities begin June 1: Don't miss Tasty Tuesday, Wacky Wednesday, Think Fast Thursday or Fun Time Friday. This summer will also be full of exciting weekend activities and new exhibit openings. Summer passes apply to Museum admission only; no other membership benefits apply.
To learn more, call the Muncie Children's Museum at (765) 286-1660 or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.

Artcamp 2005 will be offered at two locations this summer in downtown Muncie. Gordy Fine Art & Framing, 224 E. Main St., will be the site for Preschool Camp, June 13 - 17, and Cultures Camp, June 20-24. The Artist Within, at 313 S. Walnut, will offer Clay Camp July 27-July 1.
Brochures & registration forms are also available at www.gordyframing.com.

National Trails Day is June 4! This year's theme is "take the path to a healthier you". Delaware Greenways is celebrating NTD with a day hike on the earthen trails of Cardinal Greenway and Prairie Creek Reservoir. For more information call 765-287-0399, email shonda@delgreenways.org

Muncie Children's Museum New Exhibit to Make a Splash in June
A new exhibit will be making a splash at the Muncie Children's Museum. The grand opening of the new Water Works exhibit will be Friday, June 24 and Saturday, June 25. The 12-foot exhibit encourages visitors to splash into a whole new world of water exploration.
- Aim squirt guns at spinning targets
- Play at the "build a pipe" activity
- Check out the dump bucket water tower
For the opening, the Museum will offer half off admission to all visitors both days along with special programs and activities. For the first 50 children who visit each day, a special promotional gift will be given so come early and enjoy the totally new Water Works exhibit.

JULY

4th Minnetrista Patriotic with America's Hometown Band 7:30 p.m. Grab your blankets, lawn chairs and picnic baskets and join us for free summer family fun and live musical entertainment! Open to the public. All outdoor events at Minnetrista are alcohol free. Parking is available at the Delaware County Fairgrounds.

6th- 30th Mitchell Place Gallery An Invitation to Exhibit In Mitchell Place Gallery! Call For Entries Members' Show & Sale, 2005 Non-juried- Any member (donor to the gallery) may submit works to be shown
Opening reception Thursday, July 7, from 5 - 8 PM. Any member may exhibit. Non Members may exhibit by becoming a member for as little as $35 Prospectus and form for submission is on-line at www.mitchellplacegallery.com

Muncie Children's Museum summer camps: Space is limited so sign up today. Each camp is $100.00 per week for Museum members and $125.00 per week for non-Museum members. Registration deadline is June 20. For more information or to register, contact the Muncie Children's Museum at (765) 286-1660 or visit us online at www.munciechildrensmuseum.com

Wacky Art Camp - July 11-15, 2005
Experiment with several mediums of art, make wacky projects and prepare an art show.

Building Fun & Games Camp - July 18-22, 2005
Use craft and building materials to create fun games and projects to plan and/or destroy.

Around the World Camp - July 25-29, 2005
Experience different food, games, clothing, art, music and other costumes from all over the world - in just five days!

30th Minnestrista Country with Marty Stuart and Flynnville Train 7:30 p.m.

AUGUST

27th Minnestrista Rhythm and Blues with John Lee Hooker, Jr. and Clarence Dobbins at 7:30 p.m.

Muncie Children's Museum summer camps: Space is limited so sign up today. Each camp is $100.00 per week for Museum members and $125.00 per week for non-Museum members. Registration deadline is June 20. For more information or to register, contact the Muncie Children's Museum at (765) 286-1660 or visit us online at www.munciechildrensmuseum.com
Acting Up Camp - August 1-5, 2005
Perform every day, learn through improvisation, Karaoke, fundamental games and put on a final performance.

Space is limited so sign up today. Each camp is $100.00 per week for Museum members and $125.00 per week for non-Museum members. Registration deadline is June 20.

For more information or to register, contact the Muncie Children's Museum at (765) 286-1660 or visit us online at www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.