Ball State and Downtown Muncie join forces for the annual ArtsWalk event.
This year's ArtsWalk has been extended to two days, Oct. 5 & 6, from 5-9pm.
Featuring coordinated art shows at the many art galleries downtown and on campus, music and entertainment, and free shuttle between downtown and BSU.
Some of the events at Artswalk are described below, but there are many more happenings throughout downtown. If you'd like to add your ArtsWalk events details to this list, please email info@munciedowntown.com.
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At the Artist Within:
Toren Scott will take his potter's wheel outside to demonstrate throwing and have several of his recent works for sale.
Abbie Parmerle's oil painting exhibit will have its artist reception with refreshments and live music.
Marilyn Derwenskus' Encaustic class exhibit opening and technique demonstrations.
Ana-Marie Delk felted purses show and sale with demonstrations.
"Paint a Plate for the Cure" silent auction continues.
"Create for the Cure" will take place from October 3-7. 100% of studio fees collected during the week will go to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Local artists and celebrities have participated in ?Paint a Plate for the Cure? and the plates they painted will be in a silent auction during the week and the winning bids will be notified Sat. October 7th and the monies will also be donated to the Komen Foundation. Come join the fun and help a worthy cause.
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Poetry at the Blue Bottle:
Joseph Kerschbaum has performed at numerous venues around the country. He has been a featured performer at festivals such as the Bucktown Arts Fest, the Etheridge Knight Festival of the Arts, as well as Heartland Incantations, a reading series that celebrates Hoosier poets. Joseph has also been a featured guest on such radio shows as WFHB's 'A Poet's Weave' as well NPR's 'A Linen Weave of Poets'.
Joseph is the captain of the Bloomington Pie Cutters, a team of poets that competes within the Midwest Poetry Slam League as well as the Rustbelt Regional Poetry Slam. In the 2005 season of the MPSL the Bloomington Poetry Slam Team finish a solid Second Place among some of the finest Poetry Slam Teams in the country.
In April, 2005 Joseph was the opening poet for the nationally acclaimed Def Poetry Jam showcase at Indiana University. In September, 2005 Joseph was awarded the Greer Foundation Fellowship for Creative Writing from the Bloomington Area Arts Council. In December, 2005 Joseph was nominated for a Pushcart Prize.
In June, 2006 Joseph was awarded an Individual Artistic Grant from The Indiana Arts Commission and The National Endowment for the Arts.
Throughout 2006 Joseph will be on the road in support of his new book Dead Stars Have No Graves. He?ll be hitting cities such as Chicago, Louisville, Columbus, Philadelphia, Eerie, Pittsburgh, Indianapolis, and Bloomington among others. Check the schedule page for up-to-date details.
A number of his poems have appeared in journals and magazines around the country (Bathtub Gin, Arsenic Lobster, Stirring, Facets, Poetry Motel, Eclipse, Stray Dog, Tipton Poetry Journal, Red River Review).
Tony Brewer lives and works in Bloomington, Indiana, where he has been writing and performing for over fifteen years. He is the voice of reason behind MATRIX, www.matrixmag.com, a not-for-profit poetry and arts consortium he co-founded in 1998, as well as a founding member of the Bloomington poetry slam team, the Pie Cutters. His writing has appeared in Branches, Bathtub Gin, Poetry Midwest, the Bloomington Independent, the St. James Encyclopedia of Popular Culture, and elsewhere. He is also a professional editor, an audio producer, an adult-literacy tutor, and a renowned sound effects artist.
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At Artworks:
Award winning Artist Katherine Meade will exhibit original Oil paintings at Artworks Gallery in downtown Muncie. The show will open on First Thursday, October 5, with the artist in attendance from 5 to 8 pm. The public is invited to attend and partake of light refreshments.
A California native, Katherine relocated to Zionsville, In several years ago and has been making an impact on the local art scene ever since. In 2003, Katherine won both the Governors Choice and Wildlife Best of Show at the Indiana State Fair. Her work has been selected for exhibition by the Hoosier Salon and can be seen at their Gallery in Indianapolis as well as Art In Hand Gallery in Zionsville.
Katherine began winning honors in 1986 at various competitions in California where she attended the University of California at Riverside. She enhanced her skills at the Heron School of Art in Indianapolis. Katherine captures the natural beauty if local Indiana scenery and her floral arrangements explode from the canvas.
Artworks is located at 301 S Walnut, in the Mitchell building. The show will be on display through October 31 and may be viewed Monday through Saturday from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm.
For more information call 288-2221.
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Saturday, September 30, 2006
Friday, September 29, 2006
Weekly Downtown E-News 9/29/06
A REMINDER FROM DOWNTOWN BUSINESS COUNCIL:Another special planning session is scheduled for 7:30 AM, Tuesday, October 10th at the Horizon Convention Center (donuts and coffee served). We should expect to meet for approximately 2 hours. The aim is identify three to four goals that can be achieved over the next 24 months, based on the lists we developed at the last meeting.If there is something you'd like to share with me that you believe would make our time together more productive, please contact Andrew Dale at 284-4987.
SEPTEMBER EVENTS :
30th - Stories Around the World Family Campfire at Minnetrista, 7-9 p.m. Registration deadline: Saturday, September 23. Call (765) 213-3549 to register.
30th - Muncie Children's Museum - DeFur Voran Free Family Saturday. Free admission from 10 am to 5 pm. Everyone is welcome!
SEPTEMBER ONGOING:
Through Sept. 30th - Artist Within exhibit: Hannah Birch's printmaking, "A Study of the Figure", with an opening reception on First Thursday, Sept 7, from 5-8pm.
Through Sept. 30th - Cortex exhibit: Beth Chico will display artist made books along with sculpture by Steven Clark. Live music, food and drink will be featured during the "First Thursday" opening reception Thursday Sept. 7 from 5-8pm.
Through Sept. 30th - Artworks exhibit: Sandy Ezell will exhibit watercolors in varied techniques during the month of September at Artworks Gallery in downtown Muncie. The show will open on First Thursday, Sept. 7, with the artist in attendance from 5 to 8 pm. The public is invited to attend and partake of light refreshments.
Through Sept. 30th - Mitchell Place Gallery will open at its new location at 308 E. main Street, with an exhibit of Digital Collages by David Franklin.
Through Sept. 30th - Gordy's Fine Art & Frame Co. presents exhibit by Tom Minkler
Through Sept. 30th - Back by popular demand, the Muncie Children's Museum's Make & Take craft room will be open every weekday from 3:30-4:30 pm. Fall Crafts will be September's theme.
Muncie Civic Theater is accepting signup for Fall Acting Classes from ages 7-Adult. For more information call 765-288-PLAY
Every Wednesday and Saturday - Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Shop the market Wednesday, 4 p.m. until sold out; Saturdays, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Every Thursday - Natural Heritage Farmers Market Corner of Walnut & Charles St Downtown Muncie, Indiana Thursday Evenings from 4 - 6 pm
OCTOBER EVENTS :
3rd - 7th - "Create for the Cure" will take place at The Artist Within. 100% of studio fees collected during the week will go to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Local artists and celebrities have participated in "Paint a Plate for the Cure" and the plates they painted will be in a silent auction during the week and the winning bids will be notified Sat. October 7th and the monies will also be donated to the Komen Foundation.
4th - Middletown Idol Registration Deadline has been extended again to October 4, from 9am to 6pml at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. The event takes placeOctober 6 and 7 at Cornerstone. Cash prizes are awarded to top three finalists. Call the Cornerstone Box Office at 765-289-9687 for more information.
4th - Muncie Children's Museum - Art focused, our Origami hands on workshop begins on Wednesday, October 4 and runs every Wednesday from 4-5 pm. Registration is required. Contact the Museum at 286-1660 for details and cost, or visit our website at www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
5th - Minnetrista offers Colors of Nature Program for Toddlers 10-10:30 a.m.
5th - ArtsWalk, 5-9pm. Annual event featuring coordinated art shows between Ball State and the many art galleries downtown. Lots going on downtown - music, food, poetry reading, new exhibits and many merchants open for this special event!! Free shuttle is provided between downtown and BSU. For more information, call Downtown Development at 282-7897.
5th - 7th - Local artist/teacher Ana-Marie Delk will have a three day show and sale of her knitted and felted purses and accessories at The Artist Within. The work will be available during studio hours Thursday Oct 5 through Saturday October 7th.
5th - Blue Bottle features live, famous poet: Joseph Kerschbaum
6th - Muncie Children's Museum - Friends & Family Fun Night. Free admission from 3 pm to 7 pm. Frogs Are Green-What Color Are You?
6th and 7th - Middletown Idol, A Solo Vocal Competition (Ages 16 & above) and Junior Middletown Idol Competition (Ages 15 & below) at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. Junior Division Competitions ~ October 6 @ 7:00pm; Adult Division Competitions ~ October 7 @ 7:00pm. Call the Cornerstone Box Office at 765-289-9687 for more information.
7th - IDNR, Division of Forestry Community & Urban Forestry presents a Basic Tree Care Workshop, 9:00-4:00, McCulloch Park, Muncie IN. Registration deadline is 9/29/2006. Download brochure & registration form at http://www.munciedowntown.com/downbloads/BTCtrifold.pdf
10th - Minnetrista offers Animals Just Like Mine Program for 4 & 5-Year-Olds 4-5 p.m. Pre-registration required. Call (765) 213-3549.
11th - Minnestrista offers Textures in Nature Program for 3-Year-Olds 4-5 p.m. Pre-registration required. Call (765) 213-3549.
12th - Muncie Ballet, registration for Nutcracker Class from 5-7pm. Performance based class workshops meet on Saturdays, Oct. 14-Dec. 14, from 12-pm at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. Performance dates are Dec. 15-17th. The Children's Nutcracker is attended by over 1600 community children annually. Now in it's 6th year, families have made a tradition of attending this children's holiday classic. Advance registration may be made at MuncieBallet.org
12th - Minnestrista offers Tree Trekkers Program for 6 & 7-Year-Olds 4-5 p.m. Pre-registration required. Call (765) 213-3549.
12th - 31st - Muncie Children's Museum - Mark your calendars now! The Basement haunted house opens October 12 for its 10th season. For dates, times and admission information, call the Museum at 286-1660 or visit our website at www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
13th - KNIT IN! to kick off National Knitting Week, at Danner's: Books * Gifts * Yarn, beginning at 5:30 p.m. All knitters and crocheters are invited, please bring snacks to share with the group. It will be just like an old fashioned slumber party. Susan and Linda will be on hand to help with questions. Please feel free to bring friends with you. We anticipate pooping out about 11:00 p.m. or midnight.
13th - Minnestrista offers Sweet Spot "Minne"-Trip for Adults 8:15 a.m.-3 p.m. Stops at Wick's Pie company and Ghyslain Chocolatier!! Registration deadline: October 5. Call (765) 213-3549.
14th - Book Signing with author Clifford Crow and his new book After the Diet's Gone [non-fiction] from 4-6pm, at Danner's: Books * Gifts * Yarn, 1316 North Wheeling Ave. - everyone is welcome!
14th - Muncie Civic Theatre will hold open auditions on Saturday, October 14 at 1:00pm on the main stage of Muncie Civic Theatre at 216 E. Main Street in downtown Muncie. Directors will be seeking actors for the following productions: THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER (open roles include 4 men and 4 women...all children's roles are already cast); MOON OVER BUFFALO (seeking 4 men and 4 women of various ages); A CHRISTMAS CABARET (seeking 2 men and 3 women singers); and DEATH & THE MAIDEN (seeking 2 men, 1 woman). Auditioners are asked to prepare a memorized one-minute monologue or speech of their choosing. Those auditioning for A CHRISTMAS CABARET should also be prepared to sing a song of their choosing. An accompanist will be provided.
20th -21st @ 8pm - Main Street Studio Theatre will present the The Mystery of Imra Vep by Charles Ludlam at 8pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
21st - Book Signing with author Joseph Korts, a Vietnam War veteran from Morristown, and his new book Where Have All the Soldiers Gone? [non-fiction] on beginning at 10am, at Danner's: Books * Gifts * Yarn, 1316 North Wheeling Ave. - everyone is welcome!
22nd @ 2pm - Main Street Studio Theatre will present the The Mystery of Imra Vep by Charles Ludlam at 8pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
26th - 28th @ 8pm - Main Street Studio Theatre will present the The Mystery of Imra Vep by Charles Ludlam at 8pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
26th - 28th @ 7:30pm - Muncie Civic Theatre will present CATS by Andrew Lloyd Weber. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
27th - Witches Ball, Center Stage - A night of reveling with the spirits and partying with the dead, and the living (of course), featuring live music from some of Indiana's finest bands and "The Devils Rejex" America's #1 Rob Zombie Tribute Band!! An all-ages event, but not appropriate for young children. Costume contest, admission charged. Visit www.witchesball.net for info.
28th - Minnestrista: Wind and Our Feathered Friends Workshop for Adults: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
29th @ 2:00pm - Muncie Civic Theatre will present CATS by Andrew Lloyd Weber. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
31st @ 8pm - Main Street Studio Theatre will present the The Mystery of Imra Vep by Charles Ludlam at 8pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
26th - 28th @ 7:30pm - Muncie Civic Theatre will present a special Halloween show of CATS by Andrew Lloyd Weber. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
OCTOBER ONGOING :
Through October 15th - at Minnetrista, Open Space: Art About the Land is an art competition and exhibition which seeks to recognize and encourage artists in Indiana who derive creative inspiration from the land, or whose work celebrates the notion of open space as it relates to the land.
Through October - The Artist Within will feature oil paintings by Indiana artist Abbie Parmele. The upstairs gallery will exhibit encaustic paintings by Marilyn Derwenskus' BSU Advanced Painting class. Opening reception Thursday Oct. 5th/5-9. Live demonstratons.
Through October - The Blue Bottle will exhibit photogaphs by Earl L. Conn, local writer, photographer, and speaker. His weekly column, "Traveling Indiana," which appears in five Indiana newspapers, is based on his visits to historic and interesting places around the Hoosier state.
Through October - ArtWorks presents: Award winning Artist Katherine Meade. The show will open on ArtsWalk October 5, with the artist in attendance from 5 to 8 pm. The public is invited to attend and partake of light refreshments.
Opens Sept. 23rd - Exhibits Surf the Wind ongoing exhibit at Minnetrista. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and Sun., 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Take off on an interactive journey into the world of 21st century kites! Admission charged.
UPCOMING:
Nov. 3rd - MPG and Vera Mae's invite you to the4th Annual Fine Wine Dinner & Art Auction at 7 pm. Auction proceeds to benefit A.R.F. Reservations are required, and seating is limited. Call 765-747-4941
Dec. 15-17th - Muncie Ballet presents The Children's Nutcracker, attended by over 1600 community children annually. Now in it's 6th year, families have made a tradition of attending this children's holiday classic. Details at MuncieBallet.org
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SEND NEWS ITEMS:
Send information on downtown-related events for the weekly emailed newsletter to nancylnorris@aol.com.
The newsletter is also posted each week on munciedowntown.com. To have other information added to the downtown website, email to info@munciedowntown.com.
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SEPTEMBER EVENTS :
30th - Stories Around the World Family Campfire at Minnetrista, 7-9 p.m. Registration deadline: Saturday, September 23. Call (765) 213-3549 to register.
30th - Muncie Children's Museum - DeFur Voran Free Family Saturday. Free admission from 10 am to 5 pm. Everyone is welcome!
SEPTEMBER ONGOING:
Through Sept. 30th - Artist Within exhibit: Hannah Birch's printmaking, "A Study of the Figure", with an opening reception on First Thursday, Sept 7, from 5-8pm.
Through Sept. 30th - Cortex exhibit: Beth Chico will display artist made books along with sculpture by Steven Clark. Live music, food and drink will be featured during the "First Thursday" opening reception Thursday Sept. 7 from 5-8pm.
Through Sept. 30th - Artworks exhibit: Sandy Ezell will exhibit watercolors in varied techniques during the month of September at Artworks Gallery in downtown Muncie. The show will open on First Thursday, Sept. 7, with the artist in attendance from 5 to 8 pm. The public is invited to attend and partake of light refreshments.
Through Sept. 30th - Mitchell Place Gallery will open at its new location at 308 E. main Street, with an exhibit of Digital Collages by David Franklin.
Through Sept. 30th - Gordy's Fine Art & Frame Co. presents exhibit by Tom Minkler
Through Sept. 30th - Back by popular demand, the Muncie Children's Museum's Make & Take craft room will be open every weekday from 3:30-4:30 pm. Fall Crafts will be September's theme.
Muncie Civic Theater is accepting signup for Fall Acting Classes from ages 7-Adult. For more information call 765-288-PLAY
Every Wednesday and Saturday - Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Shop the market Wednesday, 4 p.m. until sold out; Saturdays, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Every Thursday - Natural Heritage Farmers Market Corner of Walnut & Charles St Downtown Muncie, Indiana Thursday Evenings from 4 - 6 pm
OCTOBER EVENTS :
3rd - 7th - "Create for the Cure" will take place at The Artist Within. 100% of studio fees collected during the week will go to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Local artists and celebrities have participated in "Paint a Plate for the Cure" and the plates they painted will be in a silent auction during the week and the winning bids will be notified Sat. October 7th and the monies will also be donated to the Komen Foundation.
4th - Middletown Idol Registration Deadline has been extended again to October 4, from 9am to 6pml at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. The event takes placeOctober 6 and 7 at Cornerstone. Cash prizes are awarded to top three finalists. Call the Cornerstone Box Office at 765-289-9687 for more information.
4th - Muncie Children's Museum - Art focused, our Origami hands on workshop begins on Wednesday, October 4 and runs every Wednesday from 4-5 pm. Registration is required. Contact the Museum at 286-1660 for details and cost, or visit our website at www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
5th - Minnetrista offers Colors of Nature Program for Toddlers 10-10:30 a.m.
5th - ArtsWalk, 5-9pm. Annual event featuring coordinated art shows between Ball State and the many art galleries downtown. Lots going on downtown - music, food, poetry reading, new exhibits and many merchants open for this special event!! Free shuttle is provided between downtown and BSU. For more information, call Downtown Development at 282-7897.
5th - 7th - Local artist/teacher Ana-Marie Delk will have a three day show and sale of her knitted and felted purses and accessories at The Artist Within. The work will be available during studio hours Thursday Oct 5 through Saturday October 7th.
5th - Blue Bottle features live, famous poet: Joseph Kerschbaum
6th - Muncie Children's Museum - Friends & Family Fun Night. Free admission from 3 pm to 7 pm. Frogs Are Green-What Color Are You?
6th and 7th - Middletown Idol, A Solo Vocal Competition (Ages 16 & above) and Junior Middletown Idol Competition (Ages 15 & below) at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. Junior Division Competitions ~ October 6 @ 7:00pm; Adult Division Competitions ~ October 7 @ 7:00pm. Call the Cornerstone Box Office at 765-289-9687 for more information.
7th - IDNR, Division of Forestry Community & Urban Forestry presents a Basic Tree Care Workshop, 9:00-4:00, McCulloch Park, Muncie IN. Registration deadline is 9/29/2006. Download brochure & registration form at http://www.munciedowntown.com/downbloads/BTCtrifold.pdf
10th - Minnetrista offers Animals Just Like Mine Program for 4 & 5-Year-Olds 4-5 p.m. Pre-registration required. Call (765) 213-3549.
11th - Minnestrista offers Textures in Nature Program for 3-Year-Olds 4-5 p.m. Pre-registration required. Call (765) 213-3549.
12th - Muncie Ballet, registration for Nutcracker Class from 5-7pm. Performance based class workshops meet on Saturdays, Oct. 14-Dec. 14, from 12-pm at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. Performance dates are Dec. 15-17th. The Children's Nutcracker is attended by over 1600 community children annually. Now in it's 6th year, families have made a tradition of attending this children's holiday classic. Advance registration may be made at MuncieBallet.org
12th - Minnestrista offers Tree Trekkers Program for 6 & 7-Year-Olds 4-5 p.m. Pre-registration required. Call (765) 213-3549.
12th - 31st - Muncie Children's Museum - Mark your calendars now! The Basement haunted house opens October 12 for its 10th season. For dates, times and admission information, call the Museum at 286-1660 or visit our website at www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
13th - KNIT IN! to kick off National Knitting Week, at Danner's: Books * Gifts * Yarn, beginning at 5:30 p.m. All knitters and crocheters are invited, please bring snacks to share with the group. It will be just like an old fashioned slumber party. Susan and Linda will be on hand to help with questions. Please feel free to bring friends with you. We anticipate pooping out about 11:00 p.m. or midnight.
13th - Minnestrista offers Sweet Spot "Minne"-Trip for Adults 8:15 a.m.-3 p.m. Stops at Wick's Pie company and Ghyslain Chocolatier!! Registration deadline: October 5. Call (765) 213-3549.
14th - Book Signing with author Clifford Crow and his new book After the Diet's Gone [non-fiction] from 4-6pm, at Danner's: Books * Gifts * Yarn, 1316 North Wheeling Ave. - everyone is welcome!
14th - Muncie Civic Theatre will hold open auditions on Saturday, October 14 at 1:00pm on the main stage of Muncie Civic Theatre at 216 E. Main Street in downtown Muncie. Directors will be seeking actors for the following productions: THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER (open roles include 4 men and 4 women...all children's roles are already cast); MOON OVER BUFFALO (seeking 4 men and 4 women of various ages); A CHRISTMAS CABARET (seeking 2 men and 3 women singers); and DEATH & THE MAIDEN (seeking 2 men, 1 woman). Auditioners are asked to prepare a memorized one-minute monologue or speech of their choosing. Those auditioning for A CHRISTMAS CABARET should also be prepared to sing a song of their choosing. An accompanist will be provided.
20th -21st @ 8pm - Main Street Studio Theatre will present the The Mystery of Imra Vep by Charles Ludlam at 8pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
21st - Book Signing with author Joseph Korts, a Vietnam War veteran from Morristown, and his new book Where Have All the Soldiers Gone? [non-fiction] on beginning at 10am, at Danner's: Books * Gifts * Yarn, 1316 North Wheeling Ave. - everyone is welcome!
22nd @ 2pm - Main Street Studio Theatre will present the The Mystery of Imra Vep by Charles Ludlam at 8pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
26th - 28th @ 8pm - Main Street Studio Theatre will present the The Mystery of Imra Vep by Charles Ludlam at 8pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
26th - 28th @ 7:30pm - Muncie Civic Theatre will present CATS by Andrew Lloyd Weber. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
27th - Witches Ball, Center Stage - A night of reveling with the spirits and partying with the dead, and the living (of course), featuring live music from some of Indiana's finest bands and "The Devils Rejex" America's #1 Rob Zombie Tribute Band!! An all-ages event, but not appropriate for young children. Costume contest, admission charged. Visit www.witchesball.net for info.
28th - Minnestrista: Wind and Our Feathered Friends Workshop for Adults: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
29th @ 2:00pm - Muncie Civic Theatre will present CATS by Andrew Lloyd Weber. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
31st @ 8pm - Main Street Studio Theatre will present the The Mystery of Imra Vep by Charles Ludlam at 8pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
26th - 28th @ 7:30pm - Muncie Civic Theatre will present a special Halloween show of CATS by Andrew Lloyd Weber. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
OCTOBER ONGOING :
Through October 15th - at Minnetrista, Open Space: Art About the Land is an art competition and exhibition which seeks to recognize and encourage artists in Indiana who derive creative inspiration from the land, or whose work celebrates the notion of open space as it relates to the land.
Through October - The Artist Within will feature oil paintings by Indiana artist Abbie Parmele. The upstairs gallery will exhibit encaustic paintings by Marilyn Derwenskus' BSU Advanced Painting class. Opening reception Thursday Oct. 5th/5-9. Live demonstratons.
Through October - The Blue Bottle will exhibit photogaphs by Earl L. Conn, local writer, photographer, and speaker. His weekly column, "Traveling Indiana," which appears in five Indiana newspapers, is based on his visits to historic and interesting places around the Hoosier state.
Through October - ArtWorks presents: Award winning Artist Katherine Meade. The show will open on ArtsWalk October 5, with the artist in attendance from 5 to 8 pm. The public is invited to attend and partake of light refreshments.
Opens Sept. 23rd - Exhibits Surf the Wind ongoing exhibit at Minnetrista. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and Sun., 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Take off on an interactive journey into the world of 21st century kites! Admission charged.
UPCOMING:
Nov. 3rd - MPG and Vera Mae's invite you to the4th Annual Fine Wine Dinner & Art Auction at 7 pm. Auction proceeds to benefit A.R.F. Reservations are required, and seating is limited. Call 765-747-4941
Dec. 15-17th - Muncie Ballet presents The Children's Nutcracker, attended by over 1600 community children annually. Now in it's 6th year, families have made a tradition of attending this children's holiday classic. Details at MuncieBallet.org
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SEND NEWS ITEMS:
Send information on downtown-related events for the weekly emailed newsletter to nancylnorris@aol.com.
The newsletter is also posted each week on munciedowntown.com. To have other information added to the downtown website, email to info@munciedowntown.com.
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Middleton Idol Registration Deadline Extended Again
Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 104.1 WLBC & Sam Pierce Chevrolet, Old National, The Star Press, Muncie Music Center & Old National Bank Present...
Middletown Idol, A Solo Vocal Competition (Ages 16 & above)
*NEW* Junior Middletown Idol Competition (Ages 15 & below)
WHERE: Cornerstone Center for the Arts
520 E. Main Street
Muncie, IN 47305
WHAT: Junior Division Competitions ~ October 6 @ 7:00pm
Adult Division Competitions ~ October 7 @ 7:00pm
Registration ~ EXTENDED THROUGH October 4, 2006 9am - 6pm
Call the Cornerstone Box Office at 765-289-9687 for more information.
Middletown Idol (Adult Division) Junior Middletown Idol
First Prize: $500.00 First Prize: $250.00
Second Prize: $250.00 Second Prize: $100.00
Third Prize: $100.00 Third Prize: $50.00
HOW: Rules & Regulations may be found at the following
Cornerstone Center for the Arts Downtown Development Office
Muncie Music Center Muncie Public Libraries
Motivate Our Minds Muncie Visitors Bureau
Family Christian Bookstores - Muncie
www.wlbc.com
www.cornerstonearts.org
This event is sponsored by the following: 104.1 WLBC, The Star Press, Sam Pierce Chevrolet, Old National Bank and the Muncie Music Center.
Provided with support from Arts Place, Inc., the Indiana Arts Commission, a state agency, and the National Endowment for the Arts.
~ Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com!
Middletown Idol, A Solo Vocal Competition (Ages 16 & above)
*NEW* Junior Middletown Idol Competition (Ages 15 & below)
WHERE: Cornerstone Center for the Arts
520 E. Main Street
Muncie, IN 47305
WHAT: Junior Division Competitions ~ October 6 @ 7:00pm
Adult Division Competitions ~ October 7 @ 7:00pm
Registration ~ EXTENDED THROUGH October 4, 2006 9am - 6pm
Call the Cornerstone Box Office at 765-289-9687 for more information.
Middletown Idol (Adult Division) Junior Middletown Idol
First Prize: $500.00 First Prize: $250.00
Second Prize: $250.00 Second Prize: $100.00
Third Prize: $100.00 Third Prize: $50.00
HOW: Rules & Regulations may be found at the following
Cornerstone Center for the Arts Downtown Development Office
Muncie Music Center Muncie Public Libraries
Motivate Our Minds Muncie Visitors Bureau
Family Christian Bookstores - Muncie
www.wlbc.com
www.cornerstonearts.org
This event is sponsored by the following: 104.1 WLBC, The Star Press, Sam Pierce Chevrolet, Old National Bank and the Muncie Music Center.
Provided with support from Arts Place, Inc., the Indiana Arts Commission, a state agency, and the National Endowment for the Arts.
~ Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com!
Thursday, September 28, 2006
Danner's seeking donors in order to survive
The Star Press reports Danner's Books is seeking donations.
MUNCIE -- A local bookstore, rocked by changes in the business, is seeking donations to stay open.
In a newsletter e-mailed on Tuesday, Susan Danner, owner of Danner's Books on Wheeling Avenue, said her store was in danger of closing.
"Danner's is in deep financial trouble," she wrote, adding, "While an increase in sales will help us a lot, it must be said that right now we need cash in the form of donations."
Read the full article By KEITH ROYSDON here:
http://thestarpress.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060928/NEWS01/609280348
MUNCIE -- A local bookstore, rocked by changes in the business, is seeking donations to stay open.
In a newsletter e-mailed on Tuesday, Susan Danner, owner of Danner's Books on Wheeling Avenue, said her store was in danger of closing.
"Danner's is in deep financial trouble," she wrote, adding, "While an increase in sales will help us a lot, it must be said that right now we need cash in the form of donations."
Read the full article By KEITH ROYSDON here:
http://thestarpress.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060928/NEWS01/609280348
Wednesday, September 27, 2006
October Art at the Blue Bottle - Photos by Earl Conn
Photos by Earl Conn will be on display throughout October at Blue Bottle coffee shop in Downtown Muncie.
Earl L. Conn is a Muncie, Indiana, writer, photographer, and speaker.
His weekly column, "Traveling Indiana," which appears in five Indiana newspapers, is based on his visits to historic and interesting places around the Hoosier state.
Photographs from his travels are on display at the Indiana History Center in Indianapolis at the History Market. He has written five books and more than 700 published articles. His most recent book is the just-published My Indiana: 101 Places To See, with text and some 300 photos based on his weekly columns and published by the Indiana Historical Society Press.
Others include Beneficence: Stories About the Ball Families of Muncie, published in 2003, Painting Indiana, for which he wrote 600-word essays about Indiana's 92 counties, published in 2000; a history of Ball State University's Administration Building, and a text on business writing.
He also has worked for newspapers, a news service, and as a military writer. He was founding editor of Quaker Life magazine.
He is founding dean emeritus of the College of Communication, Information, and Media at Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana. Previously, he was chair of the Department of Journalism for 12 years. He taught university journalism for 40 years. Conn holds degrees from the University of Kentucky, Ball State University, and Indiana University.
~ Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com ~
Earl L. Conn is a Muncie, Indiana, writer, photographer, and speaker.
His weekly column, "Traveling Indiana," which appears in five Indiana newspapers, is based on his visits to historic and interesting places around the Hoosier state.
Photographs from his travels are on display at the Indiana History Center in Indianapolis at the History Market. He has written five books and more than 700 published articles. His most recent book is the just-published My Indiana: 101 Places To See, with text and some 300 photos based on his weekly columns and published by the Indiana Historical Society Press.
Others include Beneficence: Stories About the Ball Families of Muncie, published in 2003, Painting Indiana, for which he wrote 600-word essays about Indiana's 92 counties, published in 2000; a history of Ball State University's Administration Building, and a text on business writing.
He also has worked for newspapers, a news service, and as a military writer. He was founding editor of Quaker Life magazine.
He is founding dean emeritus of the College of Communication, Information, and Media at Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana. Previously, he was chair of the Department of Journalism for 12 years. He taught university journalism for 40 years. Conn holds degrees from the University of Kentucky, Ball State University, and Indiana University.
~ Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com ~
Tuesday, September 26, 2006
End of Summer Jam lost $47,500
The Star Press reports that End of Summer Jam lost $47,500 this year:
MUNCIE - Downtown development lost $47,500 on the End of Summer Jam concert.
"No one likes to lose money," said Dan Allen, president of the Muncie Downtown Development/Urban Enterprise Association Board. "We will recover from this."
Ken Hughes, interim downtown development director, gave the board the bad news today. Only 2,600 people attended the Sept. 9 concert, which was moved to the afternoon so it wouldn?t conflict with that evening?s Ball State-Indiana football game at BSU.
The game, the nearby Matthews Covered Bridge Festival and other concerts in Indianapolis were all reasons cited by Hughes for low attendance at the End of Summer Jam, which featured ?80s rock bands Cheap Trick and .38 Special. Cheryl Crowder, event coordinator, also blamed the afternoon concert time.
Read the full story by Rick Yencer here:
http://thestarpress.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060926/NEWS06/60926009
MUNCIE - Downtown development lost $47,500 on the End of Summer Jam concert.
"No one likes to lose money," said Dan Allen, president of the Muncie Downtown Development/Urban Enterprise Association Board. "We will recover from this."
Ken Hughes, interim downtown development director, gave the board the bad news today. Only 2,600 people attended the Sept. 9 concert, which was moved to the afternoon so it wouldn?t conflict with that evening?s Ball State-Indiana football game at BSU.
The game, the nearby Matthews Covered Bridge Festival and other concerts in Indianapolis were all reasons cited by Hughes for low attendance at the End of Summer Jam, which featured ?80s rock bands Cheap Trick and .38 Special. Cheryl Crowder, event coordinator, also blamed the afternoon concert time.
Read the full story by Rick Yencer here:
http://thestarpress.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060926/NEWS06/60926009
Indianapolis Artist to exhibit at Artworks Gallery
Award winning Artist Katherine Meade will exhibit original Oil paintings at Artworks Gallery in downtown Muncie. The show will open on First Thursday, October 5, with the artist in attendance from 5 to 8 pm. The public is invited to attend and partake of light refreshments.
A California native, Katherine relocated to Zionsville, In several years ago and has been making an impact on the local art scene ever since. In 2003, Katherine won both the Governors Choice and Wildlife Best of Show at the Indiana State Fair. Her work has been selected for exhibition by the Hoosier Salon and can be seen at their Gallery in Indianapolis as well as Art In Hand Gallery in Zionsville.
Katherine began winning honors in 1986 at various competitions in California where she attended the University of California at Riverside. She enhanced her skills at the Heron School of Art in Indianapolis. Katherine captures the natural beauty if local Indiana scenery and her floral arrangements explode from the canvas.
Artworks is located at 301 S Walnut, in the Mitchell building. The show will be on display through October 31 and may be viewed Monday through Saturday from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm.
For more information call 288-2221.
A California native, Katherine relocated to Zionsville, In several years ago and has been making an impact on the local art scene ever since. In 2003, Katherine won both the Governors Choice and Wildlife Best of Show at the Indiana State Fair. Her work has been selected for exhibition by the Hoosier Salon and can be seen at their Gallery in Indianapolis as well as Art In Hand Gallery in Zionsville.
Katherine began winning honors in 1986 at various competitions in California where she attended the University of California at Riverside. She enhanced her skills at the Heron School of Art in Indianapolis. Katherine captures the natural beauty if local Indiana scenery and her floral arrangements explode from the canvas.
Artworks is located at 301 S Walnut, in the Mitchell building. The show will be on display through October 31 and may be viewed Monday through Saturday from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm.
For more information call 288-2221.
Friday, September 22, 2006
Weekly Downtown E-News 9/22/06
A MESSAGE FROM DOWNTOWN BUSINESS COUNCIL: Another special planning session is scheduled for 7:30 AM, Tuesday, October 10th at the Horizon Convention Center (donuts and coffee served). We should expect to meet for approximately 2 hours. The aim is identify three to four goals that can be achieved over the next 24 months, based on the lists we developed at the last meeting.If there is something you'd like to share with me that you believe would make our time together more productive, please contact Andrew Dale at 284-4987.
SEPTEMBER EVENTS :
18th - 26th - Registration Deadline has been extended to Sept. 26 for Middletown Idol and Junior Middletown Idol at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, from 3 - 8 pm. The event takes place oct. 3-7 at Cornerstone. Call the Cornerstone Box Office at 765-289-9687 for more information.
21-23nd Muncie Civic Theatre presents: Lost In Yonkers, 7:30pm
23rd - Unity in DiverCity, a city-wide festival to celebrate the unity and cultural diversity of the people of Muncie, from noon to 6 p.m., at Cornerstone Center for the Arts and the neighboring streets in downtown Muncie. This year's theme is "Unity in DiverCity 2006: The Many Faces of Culture."
23rd - Fantastic Flight Kite Day at Minnetrista, 11 a.m. Activities included with exhibit admission Join us for a fun-filled day of flight-related activities featuring kites, demonstrations, and hands-on activities, and the exhibit, Surf the Wind. Featuring a kite making workshop from 1-3 pm. The new Surf the Wind exhibit also opens that day at Minnetrista. Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
24th - Art on the Lawn Show & Tell Program at Minnetrista, 1:30-3 p.m. Have you ever wondered how great works of art are made? Here's your chance to watch and learn as the Minnetrista Artist Guild paints outside on the lawn at Minnetrista.
25th - Wind Works Program for 3-Year-Olds at Minnetrista, 4-5 p.m. Explore what wind can do by creating your own pin wheel, kite and more! This program will include a visit to the exhibit Surf the Wind. Call (765) 213-3549 to register.
26th - Move It Program for 4 & 5-Year-Old at Minnetrista, 4-5 p.m. Wind can move people, plants and more. Let's explore ways humans have harnessed the power of moving air. This program will include a visit to the exhibit, Surf the Wind. Call (765) 213-3549 to register.
28th - Jack's Camera & Canon invite you to attend an evening with Lauren Greenfield, photographer. Thursday Sept 28 7pm at Muncie Civic Theatre. Call Jack's Camera Shop at 765-282-0204 for info/tickets.
28th - Wonderful Wind Program for 6 & 7-Year-Olds at Minnetrista, 4-5 p.m. Explore how powerful wind can be. We'll investigate kites, windmills and create our own anemometers to help us discover how wonderful wind can be! This program will include a trip to the exhibit, Surf the Wind. Call (765) 213-3549 to register.
28th - Wind and Our Feathered Friends Workshop for Adults At Minnetrista, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Learn about the ups and downs of bird migration and make a unique suet feeder to mourish birds that migrate here for the winter. Registration deadline: Friday, September 29. Call (765) 213-3549 to register.
30th - Stories Around the World Family Campfire at Minnetrista, 7-9 p.m. Registration deadline: Saturday, September 23. Call (765) 213-3549 to register.
30th - Muncie Children's Museum - DeFur Voran Free Family Saturday. Free admission from 10 am to 5 pm. Everyone is welcome!
SEPTEMBER ONGOING:
Through Sept. 30th - Artist Within exhibit: Hannah Birch's printmaking, "A Study of the Figure", with an opening reception on First Thursday, Sept 7, from 5-8pm.
Through Sept. 30th - Cortex exhibit: Beth Chico will display artist made books along with sculpture by Steven Clark. Live music, food and drink will be featured during the "First Thursday" opening reception Thursday Sept. 7 from 5-8pm.
Through Sept. 30th - Artworks exhibit: Sandy Ezell will exhibit watercolors in varied techniques during the month of September at Artworks Gallery in downtown Muncie. The show will open on First Thursday, Sept. 7, with the artist in attendance from 5 to 8 pm. The public is invited to attend and partake of light refreshments.
Through Sept. 30th - Mitchell Place Gallery will open at its new location at 308 E. main Street, with an exhibit of Digital Collages by David Franklin.
Through Sept. 30th - Gordy's Fine Art & Frame Co. presents exhibit by Tom Minkler
Through Sept. 30th - Back by popular demand, the Muncie Children's Museum's Make & Take craft room will be open every weekday from 3:30-4:30 pm. Fall Crafts will be September's theme.
Muncie Civic Theater is accepting signup for Fall Acting Classes from ages 7-Adult. For more information call 765-288-PLAY
Every Wednesday and Saturday - Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Shop the market Wednesday, 4 p.m. until sold out; Saturdays, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Every Thursday - Natural Heritage Farmers Market Corner of Walnut & Charles St Downtown Muncie, Indiana Thursday Evenings from 4 - 6 pm
OCTOBER EVENTS :
3rd - 7th - Middletown Idol, A Solo Vocal Competition (Ages 16 & above) and Junior Middletown Idol Competition (Ages 15 & below) at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. Adult Division Preliminary Competitions ~ October 4&5 @ 7:00pm Junior Division Preliminary Competitions ~ October 3 @ 7:00pm Final Competitions ~ Adult Division ~ October 7 @ 7:00pm Junior Division ~ October 6 @ 7:00pm Registration ~ September 18 - 21 ~ 3pm - pm Call the Cornerstone Box Office at 765-289-9687 for more information.
3rd - 7th - "Create for the Cure" will take place at The Artist Within. 100% of studio fees collected during the week will go to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Local artists and celebrities have participated in "Paint a Plate for the Cure" and the plates they painted will be in a silent auction during the week and the winning bids will be notified Sat. October 7th and the monies will also be donated to the Komen Foundation.
4th - Muncie Children's Museum - Art focused, our Origami hands on workshop begins on Wednesday, October 4 and runs every Wednesday from 4-5 pm. Registration is required. Contact the Museum at 286-1660 for details and cost, or visit our website at www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
5th - ArtsWalk, 5-9pm. Annual event featuring coordinated art shows between Ball State and the many art galleries downtown. Featuring music and entertainment, and free shuttle between downtown and BSU. For more information, call Downtown Development at 282-7897.
5th - 7th - Local artist/teacher Ana-Marie Delk will have a three day show and sale of her knitted and felted purses and accessories at The Artist Within. The work will be available during studio hours Thursday Oct 5 through Saturday October 7th.
6th - Muncie Children's Museum - Friends & Family Fun Night. Free admission from 3 pm to 7 pm. Frogs Are Green-What Color Are You?
7th - IDNR, Division of Forestry Community & Urban Forestry presents a Basic Tree Care Workshop, 9:00-4:00, McCulloch Park, Muncie IN. Registration deadline is 9/29/2006. Download brochure & registration form at http://www.munciedowntown.com/downbloads/BTCtrifold.pdf
12th - 31st - Muncie Children's Museum - Mark your calendars now! The Basement haunted house opens October 12 for its 10th season. For dates, times and admission information, call the Museum at 286-1660 or visit our website at www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
14th - Muncie Civic Theatre will hold open auditions on Saturday, October 14 at 1:00pm on the main stage of Muncie Civic Theatre at 216 E. Main Street in downtown Muncie. Directors will be seeking actors for the following productions: THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER (open roles include 4 men and 4 women...all children's roles are already cast); MOON OVER BUFFALO (seeking 4 men and 4 women of various ages); A CHRISTMAS CABARET (seeking 2 men and 3 women singers); and DEATH & THE MAIDEN (seeking 2 men, 1 woman). Auditioners are asked to prepare a memorized one-minute monologue or speech of their choosing. Those auditioning for A CHRISTMAS CABARET should also be prepared to sing a song of their choosing. An accompanist will be provided.
20th -21st @ 8pm - Main Street Studio Theatre will present the The Mystery of Imra Vep by Charles Ludlam at 8pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
22nd @ 2pm - Main Street Studio Theatre will present the The Mystery of Imra Vep by Charles Ludlam at 8pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
26th - 28th @ 8pm - Main Street Studio Theatre will present the The Mystery of Imra Vep by Charles Ludlam at 8pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
31st @ 8pm - Main Street Studio Theatre will present the The Mystery of Imra Vep by Charles Ludlam at 8pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
OCTOBER ONGOING :
Through October 15th - at Minnetrista, Open Space: Art About the Land is an art competition and exhibition which seeks to recognize and encourage artists in Indiana who derive creative inspiration from the land, or whose work celebrates the notion of open space as it relates to the land.
Through October - The Artist Within will feature oil paintings by Indiana artist Abbie Parmele. The upstairs gallery will exhibit encaustic paintings by Marilyn Derwenskus' BSU Advanced Painting class. Opening reception Thursday Oct. 5th/5-9. Live demonstratons.
Opens Sept. 23rd - Exhibits Surf the Wind ongoing exhibit at Minnetrista. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and Sun., 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Take off on an interactive journey into the world of 21st century kites! Admission charged.
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SEND NEWS ITEMS:
Send information on downtown-related events for the weekly emailed newsletter to nancylnorris@aol.com.
The newsletter is also posted each week on munciedowntown.com. To have other information added to the downtown website, email to info@munciedowntown.com.
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SEPTEMBER EVENTS :
18th - 26th - Registration Deadline has been extended to Sept. 26 for Middletown Idol and Junior Middletown Idol at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, from 3 - 8 pm. The event takes place oct. 3-7 at Cornerstone. Call the Cornerstone Box Office at 765-289-9687 for more information.
21-23nd Muncie Civic Theatre presents: Lost In Yonkers, 7:30pm
23rd - Unity in DiverCity, a city-wide festival to celebrate the unity and cultural diversity of the people of Muncie, from noon to 6 p.m., at Cornerstone Center for the Arts and the neighboring streets in downtown Muncie. This year's theme is "Unity in DiverCity 2006: The Many Faces of Culture."
23rd - Fantastic Flight Kite Day at Minnetrista, 11 a.m. Activities included with exhibit admission Join us for a fun-filled day of flight-related activities featuring kites, demonstrations, and hands-on activities, and the exhibit, Surf the Wind. Featuring a kite making workshop from 1-3 pm. The new Surf the Wind exhibit also opens that day at Minnetrista. Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
24th - Art on the Lawn Show & Tell Program at Minnetrista, 1:30-3 p.m. Have you ever wondered how great works of art are made? Here's your chance to watch and learn as the Minnetrista Artist Guild paints outside on the lawn at Minnetrista.
25th - Wind Works Program for 3-Year-Olds at Minnetrista, 4-5 p.m. Explore what wind can do by creating your own pin wheel, kite and more! This program will include a visit to the exhibit Surf the Wind. Call (765) 213-3549 to register.
26th - Move It Program for 4 & 5-Year-Old at Minnetrista, 4-5 p.m. Wind can move people, plants and more. Let's explore ways humans have harnessed the power of moving air. This program will include a visit to the exhibit, Surf the Wind. Call (765) 213-3549 to register.
28th - Jack's Camera & Canon invite you to attend an evening with Lauren Greenfield, photographer. Thursday Sept 28 7pm at Muncie Civic Theatre. Call Jack's Camera Shop at 765-282-0204 for info/tickets.
28th - Wonderful Wind Program for 6 & 7-Year-Olds at Minnetrista, 4-5 p.m. Explore how powerful wind can be. We'll investigate kites, windmills and create our own anemometers to help us discover how wonderful wind can be! This program will include a trip to the exhibit, Surf the Wind. Call (765) 213-3549 to register.
28th - Wind and Our Feathered Friends Workshop for Adults At Minnetrista, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Learn about the ups and downs of bird migration and make a unique suet feeder to mourish birds that migrate here for the winter. Registration deadline: Friday, September 29. Call (765) 213-3549 to register.
30th - Stories Around the World Family Campfire at Minnetrista, 7-9 p.m. Registration deadline: Saturday, September 23. Call (765) 213-3549 to register.
30th - Muncie Children's Museum - DeFur Voran Free Family Saturday. Free admission from 10 am to 5 pm. Everyone is welcome!
SEPTEMBER ONGOING:
Through Sept. 30th - Artist Within exhibit: Hannah Birch's printmaking, "A Study of the Figure", with an opening reception on First Thursday, Sept 7, from 5-8pm.
Through Sept. 30th - Cortex exhibit: Beth Chico will display artist made books along with sculpture by Steven Clark. Live music, food and drink will be featured during the "First Thursday" opening reception Thursday Sept. 7 from 5-8pm.
Through Sept. 30th - Artworks exhibit: Sandy Ezell will exhibit watercolors in varied techniques during the month of September at Artworks Gallery in downtown Muncie. The show will open on First Thursday, Sept. 7, with the artist in attendance from 5 to 8 pm. The public is invited to attend and partake of light refreshments.
Through Sept. 30th - Mitchell Place Gallery will open at its new location at 308 E. main Street, with an exhibit of Digital Collages by David Franklin.
Through Sept. 30th - Gordy's Fine Art & Frame Co. presents exhibit by Tom Minkler
Through Sept. 30th - Back by popular demand, the Muncie Children's Museum's Make & Take craft room will be open every weekday from 3:30-4:30 pm. Fall Crafts will be September's theme.
Muncie Civic Theater is accepting signup for Fall Acting Classes from ages 7-Adult. For more information call 765-288-PLAY
Every Wednesday and Saturday - Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Shop the market Wednesday, 4 p.m. until sold out; Saturdays, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Every Thursday - Natural Heritage Farmers Market Corner of Walnut & Charles St Downtown Muncie, Indiana Thursday Evenings from 4 - 6 pm
OCTOBER EVENTS :
3rd - 7th - Middletown Idol, A Solo Vocal Competition (Ages 16 & above) and Junior Middletown Idol Competition (Ages 15 & below) at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. Adult Division Preliminary Competitions ~ October 4&5 @ 7:00pm Junior Division Preliminary Competitions ~ October 3 @ 7:00pm Final Competitions ~ Adult Division ~ October 7 @ 7:00pm Junior Division ~ October 6 @ 7:00pm Registration ~ September 18 - 21 ~ 3pm - pm Call the Cornerstone Box Office at 765-289-9687 for more information.
3rd - 7th - "Create for the Cure" will take place at The Artist Within. 100% of studio fees collected during the week will go to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Local artists and celebrities have participated in "Paint a Plate for the Cure" and the plates they painted will be in a silent auction during the week and the winning bids will be notified Sat. October 7th and the monies will also be donated to the Komen Foundation.
4th - Muncie Children's Museum - Art focused, our Origami hands on workshop begins on Wednesday, October 4 and runs every Wednesday from 4-5 pm. Registration is required. Contact the Museum at 286-1660 for details and cost, or visit our website at www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
5th - ArtsWalk, 5-9pm. Annual event featuring coordinated art shows between Ball State and the many art galleries downtown. Featuring music and entertainment, and free shuttle between downtown and BSU. For more information, call Downtown Development at 282-7897.
5th - 7th - Local artist/teacher Ana-Marie Delk will have a three day show and sale of her knitted and felted purses and accessories at The Artist Within. The work will be available during studio hours Thursday Oct 5 through Saturday October 7th.
6th - Muncie Children's Museum - Friends & Family Fun Night. Free admission from 3 pm to 7 pm. Frogs Are Green-What Color Are You?
7th - IDNR, Division of Forestry Community & Urban Forestry presents a Basic Tree Care Workshop, 9:00-4:00, McCulloch Park, Muncie IN. Registration deadline is 9/29/2006. Download brochure & registration form at http://www.munciedowntown.com/downbloads/BTCtrifold.pdf
12th - 31st - Muncie Children's Museum - Mark your calendars now! The Basement haunted house opens October 12 for its 10th season. For dates, times and admission information, call the Museum at 286-1660 or visit our website at www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
14th - Muncie Civic Theatre will hold open auditions on Saturday, October 14 at 1:00pm on the main stage of Muncie Civic Theatre at 216 E. Main Street in downtown Muncie. Directors will be seeking actors for the following productions: THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER (open roles include 4 men and 4 women...all children's roles are already cast); MOON OVER BUFFALO (seeking 4 men and 4 women of various ages); A CHRISTMAS CABARET (seeking 2 men and 3 women singers); and DEATH & THE MAIDEN (seeking 2 men, 1 woman). Auditioners are asked to prepare a memorized one-minute monologue or speech of their choosing. Those auditioning for A CHRISTMAS CABARET should also be prepared to sing a song of their choosing. An accompanist will be provided.
20th -21st @ 8pm - Main Street Studio Theatre will present the The Mystery of Imra Vep by Charles Ludlam at 8pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
22nd @ 2pm - Main Street Studio Theatre will present the The Mystery of Imra Vep by Charles Ludlam at 8pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
26th - 28th @ 8pm - Main Street Studio Theatre will present the The Mystery of Imra Vep by Charles Ludlam at 8pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
31st @ 8pm - Main Street Studio Theatre will present the The Mystery of Imra Vep by Charles Ludlam at 8pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
OCTOBER ONGOING :
Through October 15th - at Minnetrista, Open Space: Art About the Land is an art competition and exhibition which seeks to recognize and encourage artists in Indiana who derive creative inspiration from the land, or whose work celebrates the notion of open space as it relates to the land.
Through October - The Artist Within will feature oil paintings by Indiana artist Abbie Parmele. The upstairs gallery will exhibit encaustic paintings by Marilyn Derwenskus' BSU Advanced Painting class. Opening reception Thursday Oct. 5th/5-9. Live demonstratons.
Opens Sept. 23rd - Exhibits Surf the Wind ongoing exhibit at Minnetrista. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and Sun., 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Take off on an interactive journey into the world of 21st century kites! Admission charged.
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SEND NEWS ITEMS:
Send information on downtown-related events for the weekly emailed newsletter to nancylnorris@aol.com.
The newsletter is also posted each week on munciedowntown.com. To have other information added to the downtown website, email to info@munciedowntown.com.
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Wednesday, September 20, 2006
October at The Artist Within
The Artist Within, at 313 South Walnut St in Downtown Muncie, will feature oil paintings by Indiana artist Abbie Parmele. Abbie is resident of Rensselaer, Indiana and a graduate of the Fort Wayne Art Institute. Her paintings reflect artistic points of view of sky and clouds that might be attributed, in part, to her years as a flight attendant for American Airlines. In addtioin to oil painting, this month's artist works with contemporary collage, jewelry design, and hand-painted glass ornaments. She has exhibited throughout Indiana and her work can be found in the governor's mansions in Indiana and Iowa, as well as in homes in England, Denmark, Australia, and Zimbabwe, Africa. Her son Logan is a student at Ball State University majoring in Architecture.
The upstairs gallery will exhibit encaustic paintings by Marilyn Derwenskus' BSU Advanced Painting class. Opening reception Thursday Oct. 5th/5-9. Live demonstratons.
Local artist/teacher Ana-Marie Delk will have a three day show and sale of her knitted and felted purses and accessories. The work will be available during studio hours Thursday Oct 5 through Saturday October 7th.
Heidi J. Hale continues her jewelry workshop offerings throughout Oct. Call or stop by for more information and a schedule of classes. Ask about her "Designer Series" with gold and pearls.
Toren Scott's throwing lessons are still popular; plan ahead for best choice of times... call to schedule a lesson. Already know how to throw? Come rent the wheel...only $10/hr.!
"Clay-Day" hand built ceramics (pinch, coil, slab) workshops are offered on Saturdays. Please call if interested.
Story time for pre-schoolers and moms is back...story, snack, paint a piece of pottery!
Call for info and story scheduled.
"Create for the Cure" will take place from October 3-7. 100% of studio fees collected during the week will go to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Local artists and celebrities have participated in "Paint a Plate for the Cure" and the plates they painted will be in a silent auction during the week and the winning bids will be notified Sat. October 7th and the monies will also be donated to the Komen Foundation. Come join the fun and help a worthy cause.
ArtsWalk, Thursday Oct 5, 5-9 pm:
Toren Scott will take his potter's wheel outside to demonstrate throwing and have several of his recent works for sale.
Abbie Parmerle's oil painting exhibit will have its artist reception with refreshments and live music.
Marilyn Derwenskus' Encaustic class exhibit opening and technique demonstrations.
Ana-Marie Delk felted purses show and sale with demonstrations.
"Paint a Plate for the Cure" silent auction continues.
The upstairs gallery will exhibit encaustic paintings by Marilyn Derwenskus' BSU Advanced Painting class. Opening reception Thursday Oct. 5th/5-9. Live demonstratons.
Local artist/teacher Ana-Marie Delk will have a three day show and sale of her knitted and felted purses and accessories. The work will be available during studio hours Thursday Oct 5 through Saturday October 7th.
Heidi J. Hale continues her jewelry workshop offerings throughout Oct. Call or stop by for more information and a schedule of classes. Ask about her "Designer Series" with gold and pearls.
Toren Scott's throwing lessons are still popular; plan ahead for best choice of times... call to schedule a lesson. Already know how to throw? Come rent the wheel...only $10/hr.!
"Clay-Day" hand built ceramics (pinch, coil, slab) workshops are offered on Saturdays. Please call if interested.
Story time for pre-schoolers and moms is back...story, snack, paint a piece of pottery!
Call for info and story scheduled.
"Create for the Cure" will take place from October 3-7. 100% of studio fees collected during the week will go to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Local artists and celebrities have participated in "Paint a Plate for the Cure" and the plates they painted will be in a silent auction during the week and the winning bids will be notified Sat. October 7th and the monies will also be donated to the Komen Foundation. Come join the fun and help a worthy cause.
ArtsWalk, Thursday Oct 5, 5-9 pm:
Toren Scott will take his potter's wheel outside to demonstrate throwing and have several of his recent works for sale.
Abbie Parmerle's oil painting exhibit will have its artist reception with refreshments and live music.
Marilyn Derwenskus' Encaustic class exhibit opening and technique demonstrations.
Ana-Marie Delk felted purses show and sale with demonstrations.
"Paint a Plate for the Cure" silent auction continues.
Officials blame timing for low 'Jam' turnout
MUNCIE -- End of Summer Jam had great weather and a great show with Cheap Trick and .38 Special, but it could have used a lot more fans in the audience.
Final numbers from Ticketmaster for the afternoon Sept. 9 concert showed only 2,600 concert-goers, far fewer that other downtown concerts have drawn.
Scheduling the concert in the afternoon, before that evening's Ball State University football game, "probably was not one of the best decisions," said Cheryl Crowder, downtown event coordinator. "It's tough to do a rock show in the afternoon."
By comparison, as many as 5,000 to 6,000 people have attended previous downtown concerts, with that number doubling for Muncie's annual Mardi Gras celebration.
Read the full story by Rick Yencer here:
http://thestarpress.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060920/NEWS01/609200322/1002
Final numbers from Ticketmaster for the afternoon Sept. 9 concert showed only 2,600 concert-goers, far fewer that other downtown concerts have drawn.
Scheduling the concert in the afternoon, before that evening's Ball State University football game, "probably was not one of the best decisions," said Cheryl Crowder, downtown event coordinator. "It's tough to do a rock show in the afternoon."
By comparison, as many as 5,000 to 6,000 people have attended previous downtown concerts, with that number doubling for Muncie's annual Mardi Gras celebration.
Read the full story by Rick Yencer here:
http://thestarpress.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060920/NEWS01/609200322/1002
Friday, September 15, 2006
Weekly Downtown E-News 9/15/06
SEPTEMBER EVENTS :
15th-16th- Muncie Civic Theatre presents: Lost In Yonkers, 7:30pm
16th - ArtWorks annual Artist Attic sale 8:00am-4:00pm
16th - From Vine to Glass Minnetrista Minne-Trip, 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Tour the cellars and vineyards of Oliver and Butler wineries in Bloomington. Must be 21 or older to attend. Registration deadline: Friday, September 8. Call (765) 213-3549.
16th - 30th annual Old Washington Street Festival, Saturday from 10-5. Family event featuring historic home tours, crafts and food vendors, and live entertainment.
17th - 30th annual Old Washington Street Festival, Sunday from 11-5. Family event featuring historic home tours, crafts and food vendors, and live entertainment.
17th Muncie Civic Theatre presents: Lost in Yonkers, 2pm
18th-21st - Registration Deadline for Middletown Idol and Junior Middletown Idol at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, from 3 - 8 pm. Call the Cornerstone Box Office at 765-289-9687 for more information. Rules & Regulations may be found at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, Downtown Development Office, Muncie Music Center, Muncie Public Librarie,s Motivate Our Minds, Muncie Visitors Bureau, and Family Christian Bookstores in Muncie.
21-23nd Muncie Civic Theatre presents: Lost In Yonkers, 7:30pm
23rd - Fantastic Flight Kite Day at Minnetrista, 11 a.m. Activities included with exhibit admission Join us for a fun-filled day of flight-related activities featuring kites, demonstrations, and hands-on activities, and the exhibit, Surf the Wind. Featuring a kite making workshop from 1-3 pm.
30th - Stories Around the World Family Campfire at Minnetrista, 7-9 p.m. Registration deadline: Saturday, September 23. Call (765) 213-3549 to register.
30th - Muncie Children's Museum - DeFur Voran Free Family Saturday. Free admission from 10 am to 5 pm. Everyone is welcome!
SEPTEMBER ONGOING:
Through Sept. 30th - Artist Within exhibit: Hannah Birch's printmaking, "A Study of the Figure", with an opening reception on First Thursday, Sept 7, from 5-8pm.
Through Sept. 30th - Cortex exhibit: Beth Chico will display artist made books along with sculpture by Steven Clark. Live music, food and drink will be featured during the "First Thursday" opening reception Thursday Sept. 7 from 5-8pm.
Through Sept. 30th - Artworks exhibit: Sandy Ezell will exhibit watercolors in varied techniques during the month of September at Artworks Gallery in downtown Muncie. The show will open on First Thursday, Sept. 7, with the artist in attendance from 5 to 8 pm. The public is invited to attend and partake of light refreshments.
Through Sept. 30th - Mitchell Place Gallery will open at its new location at 308 E. main Street, with an exhibit of Digital Collages by David Franklin.
Through Sept. 30th - Gordy's Fine Art & Frame Co. presents exhibit by Tom Minkler
Through Sept. 30th - Back by popular demand, the Muncie Children's Museum's Make & Take craft room will be open every weekday from 3:30-4:30 pm. Fall Crafts will be September's theme.
Muncie Civic Theater is accepting signup for Fall Acting Classes from ages 7-Adult. For more information call 765-288-PLAY
Every Wednesday and Saturday - Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Shop the market Wednesday, 4 p.m. until sold out; Saturdays, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Every Thursday - Natural Heritage Farmers Market Corner of Walnut & Charles St Downtown Muncie, Indiana Thursday Evenings from 4 - 6 pm
OCTOBER EVENTS :
3rd - 7th - Middletown Idol, A Solo Vocal Competition (Ages 16 & above) and Junior Middletown Idol Competition (Ages 15 & below) at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. Adult Division Preliminary Competitions ~ October 4&5 @ 7:00pm Junior Division Preliminary Competitions ~ October 3 @ 7:00pm Final Competitions ~ Adult Division ~ October 7 @ 7:00pm Junior Division ~ October 6 @ 7:00pm Registration ~ September 18 - 21 ~ 3pm - pm Call the Cornerstone Box Office at 765-289-9687 for more information.
3rd - 7th - "Create for the Cure" will take place at The Artist Within. 100% of studio fees collected during the week will go to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Local artists and celebrities have participated in "Paint a Plate for the Cure" and the plates they painted will be in a silent auction during the week and the winning bids will be notified Sat. October 7th and the monies will also be donated to the Komen Foundation.
5th - ArtsWalk, 5-9pm. Annual event featuring coordinated art shows between Ball State and the many art galleries downtown. Featuring music and entertainment, and free shuttle between downtown and BSU. For more information, call Downtown Development at 282-7897.
5th - 7th - Local artist/teacher Ana-Marie Delk will have a three day show and sale of her knitted and felted purses and accessories at The Artist Within. The work will be available during studio hours Thursday Oct 5 through Saturday October 7th.
6th - Muncie Children's Museum - Friends & Family Fun Night. Free admission from 3 pm to 7 pm. Frogs Are Green-What Color Are You?
7th - IDNR, Division of Forestry Community & Urban Forestry presents a Basic Tree Care Workshop, 9:00-4:00, McCulloch Park, Muncie IN. Registration deadline is 9/29/2006. Download brochure & registration form at http://www.munciedowntown.com/downbloads/BTCtrifold.pdf
12th - 31st - Muncie Children's Museum - Mark your calendars now! The Basement haunted house opens October 12 for its 10th season.
14th - Muncie Civic Theatre will hold open auditions on Saturday, October 14 at 1:00pm on the main stage of Muncie Civic Theatre at 216 E. Main Street in downtown Muncie. Directors will be seeking actors for the following productions: THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER (open roles include 4 men and 4 women...all children's roles are already cast); MOON OVER BUFFALO (seeking 4 men and 4 women of various ages); A CHRISTMAS CABARET (seeking 2 men and 3 women singers); and DEATH & THE MAIDEN (seeking 2 men, 1 woman). Auditioners are asked to prepare a memorized one-minute monologue or speech of their choosing. Those auditioning for A CHRISTMAS CABARET should also be prepared to sing a song of their choosing. An accompanist will be provided.
20th -21st @ 8pm - Main Street Studio Theatre will present the The Mystery of Imra Vep by Charles Ludlam at 8pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
22nd @ 2pm - Main Street Studio Theatre will present the The Mystery of Imra Vep by Charles Ludlam at 8pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
26th - 28th @ 8pm - Main Street Studio Theatre will present the The Mystery of Imra Vep by Charles Ludlam at 8pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
31st @ 8pm - Main Street Studio Theatre will present the The Mystery of Imra Vep by Charles Ludlam at 8pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
OCTOBER ONGOING :
Through October - The Artist Within will feature oil paintings by Indiana artist Abbie Parmele. The upstairs gallery will exhibit encaustic paintings by Marilyn Derwenskus' BSU Advanced Painting class. Opening reception Thursday Oct. 5th/5-9. Live demonstratons.
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SEND NEWS ITEMS:
Send information on downtown-related events for the weekly emailed newsletter to nancylnorris@aol.com.
The newsletter is also posted each week on munciedowntown.com. To have other information added to the downtown website, email to info@munciedowntown.com.
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15th-16th- Muncie Civic Theatre presents: Lost In Yonkers, 7:30pm
16th - ArtWorks annual Artist Attic sale 8:00am-4:00pm
16th - From Vine to Glass Minnetrista Minne-Trip, 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Tour the cellars and vineyards of Oliver and Butler wineries in Bloomington. Must be 21 or older to attend. Registration deadline: Friday, September 8. Call (765) 213-3549.
16th - 30th annual Old Washington Street Festival, Saturday from 10-5. Family event featuring historic home tours, crafts and food vendors, and live entertainment.
17th - 30th annual Old Washington Street Festival, Sunday from 11-5. Family event featuring historic home tours, crafts and food vendors, and live entertainment.
17th Muncie Civic Theatre presents: Lost in Yonkers, 2pm
18th-21st - Registration Deadline for Middletown Idol and Junior Middletown Idol at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, from 3 - 8 pm. Call the Cornerstone Box Office at 765-289-9687 for more information. Rules & Regulations may be found at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, Downtown Development Office, Muncie Music Center, Muncie Public Librarie,s Motivate Our Minds, Muncie Visitors Bureau, and Family Christian Bookstores in Muncie.
21-23nd Muncie Civic Theatre presents: Lost In Yonkers, 7:30pm
23rd - Fantastic Flight Kite Day at Minnetrista, 11 a.m. Activities included with exhibit admission Join us for a fun-filled day of flight-related activities featuring kites, demonstrations, and hands-on activities, and the exhibit, Surf the Wind. Featuring a kite making workshop from 1-3 pm.
30th - Stories Around the World Family Campfire at Minnetrista, 7-9 p.m. Registration deadline: Saturday, September 23. Call (765) 213-3549 to register.
30th - Muncie Children's Museum - DeFur Voran Free Family Saturday. Free admission from 10 am to 5 pm. Everyone is welcome!
SEPTEMBER ONGOING:
Through Sept. 30th - Artist Within exhibit: Hannah Birch's printmaking, "A Study of the Figure", with an opening reception on First Thursday, Sept 7, from 5-8pm.
Through Sept. 30th - Cortex exhibit: Beth Chico will display artist made books along with sculpture by Steven Clark. Live music, food and drink will be featured during the "First Thursday" opening reception Thursday Sept. 7 from 5-8pm.
Through Sept. 30th - Artworks exhibit: Sandy Ezell will exhibit watercolors in varied techniques during the month of September at Artworks Gallery in downtown Muncie. The show will open on First Thursday, Sept. 7, with the artist in attendance from 5 to 8 pm. The public is invited to attend and partake of light refreshments.
Through Sept. 30th - Mitchell Place Gallery will open at its new location at 308 E. main Street, with an exhibit of Digital Collages by David Franklin.
Through Sept. 30th - Gordy's Fine Art & Frame Co. presents exhibit by Tom Minkler
Through Sept. 30th - Back by popular demand, the Muncie Children's Museum's Make & Take craft room will be open every weekday from 3:30-4:30 pm. Fall Crafts will be September's theme.
Muncie Civic Theater is accepting signup for Fall Acting Classes from ages 7-Adult. For more information call 765-288-PLAY
Every Wednesday and Saturday - Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Shop the market Wednesday, 4 p.m. until sold out; Saturdays, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Every Thursday - Natural Heritage Farmers Market Corner of Walnut & Charles St Downtown Muncie, Indiana Thursday Evenings from 4 - 6 pm
OCTOBER EVENTS :
3rd - 7th - Middletown Idol, A Solo Vocal Competition (Ages 16 & above) and Junior Middletown Idol Competition (Ages 15 & below) at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. Adult Division Preliminary Competitions ~ October 4&5 @ 7:00pm Junior Division Preliminary Competitions ~ October 3 @ 7:00pm Final Competitions ~ Adult Division ~ October 7 @ 7:00pm Junior Division ~ October 6 @ 7:00pm Registration ~ September 18 - 21 ~ 3pm - pm Call the Cornerstone Box Office at 765-289-9687 for more information.
3rd - 7th - "Create for the Cure" will take place at The Artist Within. 100% of studio fees collected during the week will go to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Local artists and celebrities have participated in "Paint a Plate for the Cure" and the plates they painted will be in a silent auction during the week and the winning bids will be notified Sat. October 7th and the monies will also be donated to the Komen Foundation.
5th - ArtsWalk, 5-9pm. Annual event featuring coordinated art shows between Ball State and the many art galleries downtown. Featuring music and entertainment, and free shuttle between downtown and BSU. For more information, call Downtown Development at 282-7897.
5th - 7th - Local artist/teacher Ana-Marie Delk will have a three day show and sale of her knitted and felted purses and accessories at The Artist Within. The work will be available during studio hours Thursday Oct 5 through Saturday October 7th.
6th - Muncie Children's Museum - Friends & Family Fun Night. Free admission from 3 pm to 7 pm. Frogs Are Green-What Color Are You?
7th - IDNR, Division of Forestry Community & Urban Forestry presents a Basic Tree Care Workshop, 9:00-4:00, McCulloch Park, Muncie IN. Registration deadline is 9/29/2006. Download brochure & registration form at http://www.munciedowntown.com/downbloads/BTCtrifold.pdf
12th - 31st - Muncie Children's Museum - Mark your calendars now! The Basement haunted house opens October 12 for its 10th season.
14th - Muncie Civic Theatre will hold open auditions on Saturday, October 14 at 1:00pm on the main stage of Muncie Civic Theatre at 216 E. Main Street in downtown Muncie. Directors will be seeking actors for the following productions: THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER (open roles include 4 men and 4 women...all children's roles are already cast); MOON OVER BUFFALO (seeking 4 men and 4 women of various ages); A CHRISTMAS CABARET (seeking 2 men and 3 women singers); and DEATH & THE MAIDEN (seeking 2 men, 1 woman). Auditioners are asked to prepare a memorized one-minute monologue or speech of their choosing. Those auditioning for A CHRISTMAS CABARET should also be prepared to sing a song of their choosing. An accompanist will be provided.
20th -21st @ 8pm - Main Street Studio Theatre will present the The Mystery of Imra Vep by Charles Ludlam at 8pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
22nd @ 2pm - Main Street Studio Theatre will present the The Mystery of Imra Vep by Charles Ludlam at 8pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
26th - 28th @ 8pm - Main Street Studio Theatre will present the The Mystery of Imra Vep by Charles Ludlam at 8pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
31st @ 8pm - Main Street Studio Theatre will present the The Mystery of Imra Vep by Charles Ludlam at 8pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
OCTOBER ONGOING :
Through October - The Artist Within will feature oil paintings by Indiana artist Abbie Parmele. The upstairs gallery will exhibit encaustic paintings by Marilyn Derwenskus' BSU Advanced Painting class. Opening reception Thursday Oct. 5th/5-9. Live demonstratons.
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SEND NEWS ITEMS:
Send information on downtown-related events for the weekly emailed newsletter to nancylnorris@aol.com.
The newsletter is also posted each week on munciedowntown.com. To have other information added to the downtown website, email to info@munciedowntown.com.
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Monday, September 11, 2006
Cheap Trick Photos from End of Summer Jam
Cheap Trick photos from the End of Summer Jam can be viewed in the photo gallery on munciedowntown.com.
The direct link to the photo gallery is:
http://munciedowntown.com/gallery/?path=./End_of_Summer_Jam_06/
The direct link to the photo gallery is:
http://munciedowntown.com/gallery/?path=./End_of_Summer_Jam_06/
Friday, September 08, 2006
The Party Continues Downtown after the Jam!
Who wants to leave a great Party?! End of Summer Jam w/ Cheap Trick and .38 Special are just the warm-up for a fabulous evening in Downtown Muncie Indiana!
What better way to continue Jamming Downtown, but with 10 live bands in a variety of your favorite Downtown venues! It's the biggest block party of the season...don't let it happen without you!
Free cover at the following locations with your End of Summer Jam ticket stub. All venues are 21 and up and located within 1 block of the stage:
Fickle Peach-outback block party- featuring: Spitshine, Red Horse, Devils Brew, Redic-u-lishous, and Shoeshine Joe and the Muddy Souls.
Center Stage-MAX/Sight and Sound Afterparty featuring: Boot Hill- stop in to buy your chance to win a great guitar autographed by Cheap Trick!
Heorot Pub and Draught House-Live Music TBA!300 Great beers/ home of the award winning Good Beer Show
Doc's Music Hall-Langston McHughs
Fabulous Food and Drink Specials at the following restaurants:
White RiverLanding
Stirlings
Taste of Texas
University Club @ The Hotel Roberts
NY House
And the Party Continues .... Jam Downtown!
For more info call the party people @ Muncie Downtown Development
(765) 282-7897
What better way to continue Jamming Downtown, but with 10 live bands in a variety of your favorite Downtown venues! It's the biggest block party of the season...don't let it happen without you!
Free cover at the following locations with your End of Summer Jam ticket stub. All venues are 21 and up and located within 1 block of the stage:
Fickle Peach-outback block party- featuring: Spitshine, Red Horse, Devils Brew, Redic-u-lishous, and Shoeshine Joe and the Muddy Souls.
Center Stage-MAX/Sight and Sound Afterparty featuring: Boot Hill- stop in to buy your chance to win a great guitar autographed by Cheap Trick!
Heorot Pub and Draught House-Live Music TBA!300 Great beers/ home of the award winning Good Beer Show
Doc's Music Hall-Langston McHughs
Fabulous Food and Drink Specials at the following restaurants:
White RiverLanding
Stirlings
Taste of Texas
University Club @ The Hotel Roberts
NY House
And the Party Continues .... Jam Downtown!
For more info call the party people @ Muncie Downtown Development
(765) 282-7897
Weekly Downtown E-News 9/8/06
BUSINESS NEWS :
Mitchell Place Gallery has reinvented itself as MPG Fine Arts and is now located at: 308 E. Main Street Muncie, IN 47305 Our new email is: mpgarts@mpgarts.org, our new website is http://www.mpgarts.org, and our phone number is 765-289-8575.
SEPTEMBER EVENTS :
Through Sept. 10 - Minnestrista exhibit: A Garden of Gizmos. Admission charged.
9th - End of Summer Jam concert featuring Cheap Trick and .38 Special. The party continues downtown after the concert and the football game, with dinner specials and free cover at the downtown clubs to all ticketholders. For details call Downtown Development at 282-7897 or visit munciedowntown.com.
9th - Muncie Civic Theater auditions 1:00pm For more information call 765-288-PLAY
10th - "The Lofts@ Mitchell Place" will have a grand opening and open house for the public. Come see all 15 of the residential lofts (studios to 2 bedroom/ 2 bath) and the three commercial units on the street level.
13th - Muncie Downtown Business Council special meeting, 7:30 to 9:30am at David Dale Design. All downtown businesses are encouraged to attend this meeting.
15th-16th- Muncie Civic Theatre presents: Lost In Yonkers, 7:30pm
16th - ArtWorks annual Artist Attic sale 8:00am-4:00pm
16th - From Vine to Glass Minnetrista Minne-Trip, 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Tour the cellars and vineyards of Oliver and Butler wineries in Bloomington. Must be 21 or older to attend. Registration deadline: Friday, September 8. Call (765) 213-3549.
16th - Old Washington Street Festival, Saturday from 10-5. Family event featuring historic home tours, crafts and food vendors, and live entertainment.
17th - Old Washington Street Festival, Sunday from 11-5. Family event featuring historic home tours, crafts and food vendors, and live entertainment.
17th Muncie Civic Theatre presents: Lost in Yonkers, 2pm
18th-21st - Registration Deadline for Middletown Idol and Junior Middletown Idol at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, from 3 - 8 pm. Call the Cornerstone Box Office at 765-289-9687 for more information. Rules & Regulations may be found at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, Downtown Development Office, Muncie Music Center, Muncie Public Librarie,s Motivate Our Minds, Muncie Visitors Bureau, and Family Christian Bookstores in Muncie.
21-23nd Muncie Civic Theatre presents: Lost In Yonkers, 7:30pm
23rd - Fantastic Flight Kite Day at Minnetrista, 11 a.m. Activities included with exhibit admission Join us for a fun-filled day of flight-related activities featuring kites, demonstrations, and hands-on activities, and the exhibit, Surf the Wind. Featuring a kite making workshop from 1-3 pm.
30th - Stories Around the World Family Campfire at Minnetrista, 7-9 p.m. Registration deadline: Saturday, September 23. Call (765) 213-3549 to register.
30th - Muncie Children's Museum - DeFur Voran Free Family Saturday. Free admission from 10 am to 5 pm. Everyone is welcome!
SEPTEMBER ONGOING:
Beginning Sept. 11 - Cornerstone Center for the Arts announces that registrations are being accepted for the Fall session. The 12 week session begins September 11th and continues until December 7th. Register by September 5th and receive a discount! Examples of classes include: Making a Rock Band, Hip Hop dance, Blues Band Society, Watercolors, Piano, Ballet, Voice lessons, Musical Theatre, Martial Arts, Digital Photography, American Sign Language, Native American Culture, Film and much more! Classes are available for all ages - children and adults.
Beginning Sept. 12 - Muncie Children's Museum introduces new Pre-School Clubs. Train Club meets on Tuesdays from 10:30-11:30 am. Dino Club meets on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 am. Messy Stuff Art Club meets on Fridays from 10:30-11:30 am. Pre-registration is required. Contact the Museum at 286-1660 for details and cost, or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
Beginning Sept. 13 - Muncie Children's Museum introduces a special Hands On Science after school workshop. This weekly workshop, from 4:00-5:00 pm is designed to bolster science education and will appeal to grade school children of all ages. Pre-registration is required. Contact the Museum at 286-1660 for details and cost, or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
Through Sept. 30th - Artist Within exhibit: Hannah Birch's printmaking, "A Study of the Figure", with an opening reception on First Thursday, Sept 7, from 5-8pm.
Through Sept. 30th - Cortex exhibit: Beth Chico will display artist made books along with sculpture by Steven Clark. Live music, food and drink will be featured during the "First Thursday" opening reception Thursday Sept. 7 from 5-8pm.
Through Sept. 30th - Artworks exhibit: Sandy Ezell will exhibit watercolors in varied techniques during the month of September at Artworks Gallery in downtown Muncie. The show will open on First Thursday, Sept. 7, with the artist in attendance from 5 to 8 pm. The public is invited to attend and partake of light refreshments.
Through Sept. 30th - Mitchell Place Gallery will open at its new location at 308 E. main Street, with an exhibit of Digital Collages by David Franklin.
Through Sept. 30th - Gordy's Fine Art & Frame Co. presents exhibit by Tom Minkler
Through Sept. 30th - Back by popular demand, the Muncie Children's Museum's Make & Take craft room will be open every weekday from 3:30-4:30 pm. Fall Crafts will be September's theme.
Muncie Civic Theater is accepting signup for Fall Acting Classes from ages 7-Adult. For more information call 765-288-PLAY
Every Wednesday and Saturday - Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Shop the market Wednesday, 4 p.m. until sold out; Saturdays, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Every Thursday - Natural Heritage Farmers Market Corner of Walnut & Charles St Downtown Muncie, Indiana Thursday Evenings from 4 - 6 pm
UPCOMING IN OCTOBER:
October 3-7 - Middletown Idol, A Solo Vocal Competition (Ages 16 & above) and Junior Middletown Idol Competition (Ages 15 & below) at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. Adult Division Preliminary Competitions ~ October 4&5 @ 7:00pm Junior Division Preliminary Competitions ~ October 3 @ 7:00pm Final Competitions ~ Adult Division ~ October 7 @ 7:00pm Junior Division ~ October 6 @ 7:00pm Registration ~ September 18 - 21 ~ 3pm - pm Call the Cornerstone Box Office at 765-289-9687 for more information.
7th - IDNR, Division of Forestry Community & Urban Forestry presents a Basic Tree Care Workshop, 9:00-4:00, McCulloch Park, Muncie IN. Registration deadline is 9/29/2006. Download brochure & registration form at http://www.munciedowntown.com/downbloads/BTCtrifold.pdf
Beginning Oct. 12 - Muncie Children's Museum - Mark your calendars now! The Basement haunted house opens October 12 for its 10th season.
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SEND NEWS ITEMS:
Send information on downtown-related events for the weekly emailed newsletter to nancylnorris@aol.com.
The newsletter is also posted each week on munciedowntown.com. To have other information added to the downtown website, email to info@munciedowntown.com.
***********************************************************
Mitchell Place Gallery has reinvented itself as MPG Fine Arts and is now located at: 308 E. Main Street Muncie, IN 47305 Our new email is: mpgarts@mpgarts.org, our new website is http://www.mpgarts.org, and our phone number is 765-289-8575.
SEPTEMBER EVENTS :
Through Sept. 10 - Minnestrista exhibit: A Garden of Gizmos. Admission charged.
9th - End of Summer Jam concert featuring Cheap Trick and .38 Special. The party continues downtown after the concert and the football game, with dinner specials and free cover at the downtown clubs to all ticketholders. For details call Downtown Development at 282-7897 or visit munciedowntown.com.
9th - Muncie Civic Theater auditions 1:00pm For more information call 765-288-PLAY
10th - "The Lofts@ Mitchell Place" will have a grand opening and open house for the public. Come see all 15 of the residential lofts (studios to 2 bedroom/ 2 bath) and the three commercial units on the street level.
13th - Muncie Downtown Business Council special meeting, 7:30 to 9:30am at David Dale Design. All downtown businesses are encouraged to attend this meeting.
15th-16th- Muncie Civic Theatre presents: Lost In Yonkers, 7:30pm
16th - ArtWorks annual Artist Attic sale 8:00am-4:00pm
16th - From Vine to Glass Minnetrista Minne-Trip, 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Tour the cellars and vineyards of Oliver and Butler wineries in Bloomington. Must be 21 or older to attend. Registration deadline: Friday, September 8. Call (765) 213-3549.
16th - Old Washington Street Festival, Saturday from 10-5. Family event featuring historic home tours, crafts and food vendors, and live entertainment.
17th - Old Washington Street Festival, Sunday from 11-5. Family event featuring historic home tours, crafts and food vendors, and live entertainment.
17th Muncie Civic Theatre presents: Lost in Yonkers, 2pm
18th-21st - Registration Deadline for Middletown Idol and Junior Middletown Idol at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, from 3 - 8 pm. Call the Cornerstone Box Office at 765-289-9687 for more information. Rules & Regulations may be found at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, Downtown Development Office, Muncie Music Center, Muncie Public Librarie,s Motivate Our Minds, Muncie Visitors Bureau, and Family Christian Bookstores in Muncie.
21-23nd Muncie Civic Theatre presents: Lost In Yonkers, 7:30pm
23rd - Fantastic Flight Kite Day at Minnetrista, 11 a.m. Activities included with exhibit admission Join us for a fun-filled day of flight-related activities featuring kites, demonstrations, and hands-on activities, and the exhibit, Surf the Wind. Featuring a kite making workshop from 1-3 pm.
30th - Stories Around the World Family Campfire at Minnetrista, 7-9 p.m. Registration deadline: Saturday, September 23. Call (765) 213-3549 to register.
30th - Muncie Children's Museum - DeFur Voran Free Family Saturday. Free admission from 10 am to 5 pm. Everyone is welcome!
SEPTEMBER ONGOING:
Beginning Sept. 11 - Cornerstone Center for the Arts announces that registrations are being accepted for the Fall session. The 12 week session begins September 11th and continues until December 7th. Register by September 5th and receive a discount! Examples of classes include: Making a Rock Band, Hip Hop dance, Blues Band Society, Watercolors, Piano, Ballet, Voice lessons, Musical Theatre, Martial Arts, Digital Photography, American Sign Language, Native American Culture, Film and much more! Classes are available for all ages - children and adults.
Beginning Sept. 12 - Muncie Children's Museum introduces new Pre-School Clubs. Train Club meets on Tuesdays from 10:30-11:30 am. Dino Club meets on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 am. Messy Stuff Art Club meets on Fridays from 10:30-11:30 am. Pre-registration is required. Contact the Museum at 286-1660 for details and cost, or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
Beginning Sept. 13 - Muncie Children's Museum introduces a special Hands On Science after school workshop. This weekly workshop, from 4:00-5:00 pm is designed to bolster science education and will appeal to grade school children of all ages. Pre-registration is required. Contact the Museum at 286-1660 for details and cost, or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
Through Sept. 30th - Artist Within exhibit: Hannah Birch's printmaking, "A Study of the Figure", with an opening reception on First Thursday, Sept 7, from 5-8pm.
Through Sept. 30th - Cortex exhibit: Beth Chico will display artist made books along with sculpture by Steven Clark. Live music, food and drink will be featured during the "First Thursday" opening reception Thursday Sept. 7 from 5-8pm.
Through Sept. 30th - Artworks exhibit: Sandy Ezell will exhibit watercolors in varied techniques during the month of September at Artworks Gallery in downtown Muncie. The show will open on First Thursday, Sept. 7, with the artist in attendance from 5 to 8 pm. The public is invited to attend and partake of light refreshments.
Through Sept. 30th - Mitchell Place Gallery will open at its new location at 308 E. main Street, with an exhibit of Digital Collages by David Franklin.
Through Sept. 30th - Gordy's Fine Art & Frame Co. presents exhibit by Tom Minkler
Through Sept. 30th - Back by popular demand, the Muncie Children's Museum's Make & Take craft room will be open every weekday from 3:30-4:30 pm. Fall Crafts will be September's theme.
Muncie Civic Theater is accepting signup for Fall Acting Classes from ages 7-Adult. For more information call 765-288-PLAY
Every Wednesday and Saturday - Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Shop the market Wednesday, 4 p.m. until sold out; Saturdays, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Every Thursday - Natural Heritage Farmers Market Corner of Walnut & Charles St Downtown Muncie, Indiana Thursday Evenings from 4 - 6 pm
UPCOMING IN OCTOBER:
October 3-7 - Middletown Idol, A Solo Vocal Competition (Ages 16 & above) and Junior Middletown Idol Competition (Ages 15 & below) at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. Adult Division Preliminary Competitions ~ October 4&5 @ 7:00pm Junior Division Preliminary Competitions ~ October 3 @ 7:00pm Final Competitions ~ Adult Division ~ October 7 @ 7:00pm Junior Division ~ October 6 @ 7:00pm Registration ~ September 18 - 21 ~ 3pm - pm Call the Cornerstone Box Office at 765-289-9687 for more information.
7th - IDNR, Division of Forestry Community & Urban Forestry presents a Basic Tree Care Workshop, 9:00-4:00, McCulloch Park, Muncie IN. Registration deadline is 9/29/2006. Download brochure & registration form at http://www.munciedowntown.com/downbloads/BTCtrifold.pdf
Beginning Oct. 12 - Muncie Children's Museum - Mark your calendars now! The Basement haunted house opens October 12 for its 10th season.
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SEND NEWS ITEMS:
Send information on downtown-related events for the weekly emailed newsletter to nancylnorris@aol.com.
The newsletter is also posted each week on munciedowntown.com. To have other information added to the downtown website, email to info@munciedowntown.com.
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Muncie Artist David Franklin?s Digital Collages To Open the Fall Exhibition Season at the New MPG
the Muncie art gallery formerly known as Mitchell Place Gallery--has announced that its September 2006 exhibit, Digital Collages by David Franklin, will open with a reception on September 7, 5 to 8 p.m. at its new location, 308 East Main, Muncie. The public is welcome; admission is free.
MPG is open limited hours and by appointment. Franklin's collages will be shown through the end of September.
MPG will continue its traditional offering of exciting and educational programs like First Thursday Arts Walks and the Living Arts series. For more information about the new MPG, its hours, the September exhibition, and other activities, call 765-289-8575 or visit the new website at www.mpgarts.org. Volunteer opportunities are also available.
MPG will host its 4th annual Fine Wine Dinner and Art Auction November 3 at Vera Mae's Bistro, 209 S. Walnut, Muncie.Proceeds from the auction will benefit A.R.F. Call 765-747-4941 for information and reservations.
MPG is a 501(c)3 community art gallery which exists to provide exhibition space for artists, encourage innovative work and serve the community as a cultural and educational resource. Contributions to MPG are tax-deductible.
MPG
308 E. Main St.
Muncie, IN 47305
765.289.8575
MPG is open limited hours and by appointment. Franklin's collages will be shown through the end of September.
MPG will continue its traditional offering of exciting and educational programs like First Thursday Arts Walks and the Living Arts series. For more information about the new MPG, its hours, the September exhibition, and other activities, call 765-289-8575 or visit the new website at www.mpgarts.org. Volunteer opportunities are also available.
MPG will host its 4th annual Fine Wine Dinner and Art Auction November 3 at Vera Mae's Bistro, 209 S. Walnut, Muncie.Proceeds from the auction will benefit A.R.F. Call 765-747-4941 for information and reservations.
MPG is a 501(c)3 community art gallery which exists to provide exhibition space for artists, encourage innovative work and serve the community as a cultural and educational resource. Contributions to MPG are tax-deductible.
MPG
308 E. Main St.
Muncie, IN 47305
765.289.8575
Friday, September 01, 2006
IDNR Presents Basic Tree Care Workshop
IDNR, Division of Forestry Community & Urban Forestry presents:
Basic Tree Care Workshop
10/7/06 Time: 9:00-4:00
McCulloch Park, Muncie IN
download brochure & registration form at http://www.munciedowntown.com/downbloads/BTCtrifold.pdf
You are Invited...
Street department personnel, park de-partment employees, tree board mem-bers, homeowners, city planners, and anyone else who is charged with the actual care of community trees.
You will learn?
? How to properly select, plant, and maintain trees. You will also learn how a tree grows and responds to wounds.
? Benefits of trees to your community ? How to select the best tree for the site ? How to properly plant & care for trees
? How to properly prune trees ? How to diagnose many common pests and diseases
? How to recognize trees that may pre-sent a danger to property or people
Registration Cost of this workshop is $25.00 and includes lunch and breaks. Registrations must be received by 9/29/2006. In the event that we do not have 15 registered participants, the workshop will be cancelled and all monies refunded. Please make checks payable to Muncie-Delaware Clean & Beautiful Mail to: Attn: Jim Reese Muncie-Delaware Clean & Beautiful 201 E. Jackson St., 1st Floor Muncie, IN 47305
Sponsored By: Indiana DNR, Community and Urban For-estry Office, Muncie-Delaware Clean & Beautiful, the City of Muncie Parks De-partment, and the Indiana Urban Forest Council.
This workshop may be approved for CEU's under the ISA Certification Program
?In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA Direc-tor, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Build-ing, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity employer.?
Basic Tree Care Workshop
10/7/06 Time: 9:00-4:00
McCulloch Park, Muncie IN
download brochure & registration form at http://www.munciedowntown.com/downbloads/BTCtrifold.pdf
You are Invited...
Street department personnel, park de-partment employees, tree board mem-bers, homeowners, city planners, and anyone else who is charged with the actual care of community trees.
You will learn?
? How to properly select, plant, and maintain trees. You will also learn how a tree grows and responds to wounds.
? Benefits of trees to your community ? How to select the best tree for the site ? How to properly plant & care for trees
? How to properly prune trees ? How to diagnose many common pests and diseases
? How to recognize trees that may pre-sent a danger to property or people
Registration Cost of this workshop is $25.00 and includes lunch and breaks. Registrations must be received by 9/29/2006. In the event that we do not have 15 registered participants, the workshop will be cancelled and all monies refunded. Please make checks payable to Muncie-Delaware Clean & Beautiful Mail to: Attn: Jim Reese Muncie-Delaware Clean & Beautiful 201 E. Jackson St., 1st Floor Muncie, IN 47305
Sponsored By: Indiana DNR, Community and Urban For-estry Office, Muncie-Delaware Clean & Beautiful, the City of Muncie Parks De-partment, and the Indiana Urban Forest Council.
This workshop may be approved for CEU's under the ISA Certification Program
?In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA Direc-tor, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Build-ing, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity employer.?
Weekly Downtown E-News 9/1/06
SEPTEMBER EVENTS :
Through Sept. 3 - Minnetrista exhibit: Amish Life Across North America
Through Sept. 10 - Minnestrista exhibit: A Garden of Gizmos. Admission charged.
1st - Friends & Family Fun Night - 3 pm to 7 pm. Free Admission. It's Super Hero Night - Come in your own superhero costume or make one at the Museum.
6th - Muncie Downtown Business Council special meeting, 7:30 to 9:30am at David Dale Design. All downtown businesses are encouraged to attend this meeting.
7th - Forest Fun Program for Toddlers at Minnetrista, 10-10:30 a.m. Registration deadline: Friday, September 1. Call (765) 213-3549
7th - "The Lofts@ Mitchell Place" will have a grand opening and open house for the public in coordination with the September Art Walk, and again on the Sunday the 10th. Come see all 15 of the residential lofts (studios to 2 bedroom/ 2 bath) and the three commercial units on the street level.
9th - End of Summer Jam featuring Cheap Trick and .38 Special. For details call Downtown Development at 282-7897.
9th - Muncie Civic Theater auditions 1:00pm For more information call 765-288-PLAY
10th - "The Lofts@ Mitchell Place" will have a grand opening and open house for the public. Come see all 15 of the residential lofts (studios to 2 bedroom/ 2 bath) and the three commercial units on the street level.
15th-16th- Muncie Civic Theatre presents: Lost In Yonkers, 7:30pm
16th - Muncie on the Move
16th - ArtWorks annual Artist Attic sale 8:00am-4:00pm
16th - From Vine to Glass Minnetrista Minne-Trip, 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Tour the cellars and vineyards of Oliver and Butler wineries in Bloomington. Must be 21 or older to attend. Registration deadline: Friday, September 8. Call (765) 213-3549.
16th - Old Washington Street Festival, Saturday from 10-5. Family event featuring historic home tours, crafts and food vendors, and live entertainment.
17th - Old Washington Street Festival, Sunday from 11-5. Family event featuring historic home tours, crafts and food vendors, and live entertainment.
17th Muncie Civic Theatre presents: Lost in Yonkers, 2pm
18th-21st - Registration Deadline for Middletown Idol and Junior Middletown Idol at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, from 3 - 8 pm. Call the Cornerstone Box Office at 765-289-9687 for more information. Rules & Regulations may be found at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, Downtown Development Office, Muncie Music Center, Muncie Public Librarie,s Motivate Our Minds, Muncie Visitors Bureau, and Family Christian Bookstores in Muncie.
21-23nd Muncie Civic Theatre presents: Lost In Yonkers, 7:30pm
23rd - Fantastic Flight Kite Day at Minnetrista, 11 a.m. Activities included with exhibit admission Join us for a fun-filled day of flight-related activities featuring kites, demonstrations, and hands-on activities, and the exhibit, Surf the Wind. Featuring a kite making workshop from 1-3 pm.
30th - Stories Around the World Family Campfire at Minnetrista, 7-9 p.m. Registration deadline: Saturday, September 23. Call (765) 213-3549 to register.
SEPTEMBER ONGOING:
7th-30th - Artist Within exhibit: Hannah Birch's printmaking, "A Study of the Figure", with an opening reception on First Thursday, Sept 7, from 5-8pm.
7th-30th - Cortex exhibit: Beth Chico will display artist made books along with sculpture by Steven Clark. Live music, food and drink will be featured during the "First Thursday" opening reception Thursday Sept. 7 from 5-8pm.
7th - 30th - Artworks exhibit: Sandy Ezell will exhibit watercolors in varied techniques during the month of September at Artworks Gallery in downtown Muncie. The show will open on First Thursday, Sept. 7, with the artist in attendance from 5 to 8 pm. The public is invited to attend and partake of light refreshments.
7th - 30th - Mitchell Place Gallery will open at its new location with an exhibit by David Franklin.
7th - 30th - Gordy's Fine Art & Frame Co. presents exhibit by Tom Minkler
Through September - Back by popular demand, the Muncie Children's Museum's Make & Take craft room will be open every weekday from 3:30-4:30 pm. Fall Crafts will be September's theme.
Beginning Sept. 11 - Cornerstone Center for the Arts announces that registrations are being accepted for the Fall session. The 12 week session begins September 11th and continues until December 7th. Register by September 5th and receive a discount! Examples of classes include: Making a Rock Band, Hip Hop dance, Blues Band Society, Watercolors, Piano, Ballet, Voice lessons, Musical Theatre, Martial Arts, Digital Photography, American Sign Language, Native American Culture, Film and much more! Classes are available for all ages - children and adults.
Beginning Sept. 12 - Muncie Children's Museum introduces new Pre-School Clubs. Train Club meets on Tuesdays from 10:30-11:30 am. Dino Club meets on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 am. Messy Stuff Art Club meets on Fridays from 10:30-11:30 am. Pre-registration is required. Contact the Museum at 286-1660 for details and cost, or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
Beginning Sept. 13 - Muncie Children's Museum introduces a special Hands On Science after school workshop. This weekly workshop, from 4:00-5:00 pm is designed to bolster science education and will appeal to grade school children of all ages. Pre-registration is required. Contact the Museum at 286-1660 for details and cost, or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
Muncie Civic Theater is accepting signup for Fall Acting Classes from ages 7-Adult. For more information call 765-288-PLAY
Every Wednesday and Saturday - Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Shop the market Wednesday, 4 p.m. until sold out; Saturdays, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Every Thursday - Natural Heritage Farmers Market Corner of Walnut & Charles St Downtown Muncie, Indiana Thursday Evenings from 4 - 6 pm
UPCOMING IN OCTOBER:
October 3-7 - Middletown Idol, A Solo Vocal Competition (Ages 16 & above) and Junior Middletown Idol Competition (Ages 15 & below) at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. Adult Division Preliminary Competitions ~ October 4&5 @ 7:00pm Junior Division Preliminary Competitions ~ October 3 @ 7:00pm Final Competitions ~ Adult Division ~ October 7 @ 7:00pm Junior Division ~ October 6 @ 7:00pm Registration ~ September 18 - 21 ~ 3pm - 8pm Call the Cornerstone Box Office at 765-289-9687 for more information.
Beginning Oct. 12 - Muncie Children's Museum - Mark your calendars now! The Basement haunted house opens October 12 for its 10th season.
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SEND NEWS ITEMS:
Weekly emailed newsletter to nancylnorris@aol.com.
For the printed monthly Do It Downtown newsletter in the Star Press, send news to downtownmuncie@aol.com, or call the Downtown Development office at 282-7897.
To have information added to the downtown website, email info@munciedowntown.com.
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Through Sept. 3 - Minnetrista exhibit: Amish Life Across North America
Through Sept. 10 - Minnestrista exhibit: A Garden of Gizmos. Admission charged.
1st - Friends & Family Fun Night - 3 pm to 7 pm. Free Admission. It's Super Hero Night - Come in your own superhero costume or make one at the Museum.
6th - Muncie Downtown Business Council special meeting, 7:30 to 9:30am at David Dale Design. All downtown businesses are encouraged to attend this meeting.
7th - Forest Fun Program for Toddlers at Minnetrista, 10-10:30 a.m. Registration deadline: Friday, September 1. Call (765) 213-3549
7th - "The Lofts@ Mitchell Place" will have a grand opening and open house for the public in coordination with the September Art Walk, and again on the Sunday the 10th. Come see all 15 of the residential lofts (studios to 2 bedroom/ 2 bath) and the three commercial units on the street level.
9th - End of Summer Jam featuring Cheap Trick and .38 Special. For details call Downtown Development at 282-7897.
9th - Muncie Civic Theater auditions 1:00pm For more information call 765-288-PLAY
10th - "The Lofts@ Mitchell Place" will have a grand opening and open house for the public. Come see all 15 of the residential lofts (studios to 2 bedroom/ 2 bath) and the three commercial units on the street level.
15th-16th- Muncie Civic Theatre presents: Lost In Yonkers, 7:30pm
16th - Muncie on the Move
16th - ArtWorks annual Artist Attic sale 8:00am-4:00pm
16th - From Vine to Glass Minnetrista Minne-Trip, 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Tour the cellars and vineyards of Oliver and Butler wineries in Bloomington. Must be 21 or older to attend. Registration deadline: Friday, September 8. Call (765) 213-3549.
16th - Old Washington Street Festival, Saturday from 10-5. Family event featuring historic home tours, crafts and food vendors, and live entertainment.
17th - Old Washington Street Festival, Sunday from 11-5. Family event featuring historic home tours, crafts and food vendors, and live entertainment.
17th Muncie Civic Theatre presents: Lost in Yonkers, 2pm
18th-21st - Registration Deadline for Middletown Idol and Junior Middletown Idol at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, from 3 - 8 pm. Call the Cornerstone Box Office at 765-289-9687 for more information. Rules & Regulations may be found at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, Downtown Development Office, Muncie Music Center, Muncie Public Librarie,s Motivate Our Minds, Muncie Visitors Bureau, and Family Christian Bookstores in Muncie.
21-23nd Muncie Civic Theatre presents: Lost In Yonkers, 7:30pm
23rd - Fantastic Flight Kite Day at Minnetrista, 11 a.m. Activities included with exhibit admission Join us for a fun-filled day of flight-related activities featuring kites, demonstrations, and hands-on activities, and the exhibit, Surf the Wind. Featuring a kite making workshop from 1-3 pm.
30th - Stories Around the World Family Campfire at Minnetrista, 7-9 p.m. Registration deadline: Saturday, September 23. Call (765) 213-3549 to register.
SEPTEMBER ONGOING:
7th-30th - Artist Within exhibit: Hannah Birch's printmaking, "A Study of the Figure", with an opening reception on First Thursday, Sept 7, from 5-8pm.
7th-30th - Cortex exhibit: Beth Chico will display artist made books along with sculpture by Steven Clark. Live music, food and drink will be featured during the "First Thursday" opening reception Thursday Sept. 7 from 5-8pm.
7th - 30th - Artworks exhibit: Sandy Ezell will exhibit watercolors in varied techniques during the month of September at Artworks Gallery in downtown Muncie. The show will open on First Thursday, Sept. 7, with the artist in attendance from 5 to 8 pm. The public is invited to attend and partake of light refreshments.
7th - 30th - Mitchell Place Gallery will open at its new location with an exhibit by David Franklin.
7th - 30th - Gordy's Fine Art & Frame Co. presents exhibit by Tom Minkler
Through September - Back by popular demand, the Muncie Children's Museum's Make & Take craft room will be open every weekday from 3:30-4:30 pm. Fall Crafts will be September's theme.
Beginning Sept. 11 - Cornerstone Center for the Arts announces that registrations are being accepted for the Fall session. The 12 week session begins September 11th and continues until December 7th. Register by September 5th and receive a discount! Examples of classes include: Making a Rock Band, Hip Hop dance, Blues Band Society, Watercolors, Piano, Ballet, Voice lessons, Musical Theatre, Martial Arts, Digital Photography, American Sign Language, Native American Culture, Film and much more! Classes are available for all ages - children and adults.
Beginning Sept. 12 - Muncie Children's Museum introduces new Pre-School Clubs. Train Club meets on Tuesdays from 10:30-11:30 am. Dino Club meets on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 am. Messy Stuff Art Club meets on Fridays from 10:30-11:30 am. Pre-registration is required. Contact the Museum at 286-1660 for details and cost, or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
Beginning Sept. 13 - Muncie Children's Museum introduces a special Hands On Science after school workshop. This weekly workshop, from 4:00-5:00 pm is designed to bolster science education and will appeal to grade school children of all ages. Pre-registration is required. Contact the Museum at 286-1660 for details and cost, or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
Muncie Civic Theater is accepting signup for Fall Acting Classes from ages 7-Adult. For more information call 765-288-PLAY
Every Wednesday and Saturday - Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Shop the market Wednesday, 4 p.m. until sold out; Saturdays, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Every Thursday - Natural Heritage Farmers Market Corner of Walnut & Charles St Downtown Muncie, Indiana Thursday Evenings from 4 - 6 pm
UPCOMING IN OCTOBER:
October 3-7 - Middletown Idol, A Solo Vocal Competition (Ages 16 & above) and Junior Middletown Idol Competition (Ages 15 & below) at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. Adult Division Preliminary Competitions ~ October 4&5 @ 7:00pm Junior Division Preliminary Competitions ~ October 3 @ 7:00pm Final Competitions ~ Adult Division ~ October 7 @ 7:00pm Junior Division ~ October 6 @ 7:00pm Registration ~ September 18 - 21 ~ 3pm - 8pm Call the Cornerstone Box Office at 765-289-9687 for more information.
Beginning Oct. 12 - Muncie Children's Museum - Mark your calendars now! The Basement haunted house opens October 12 for its 10th season.
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SEND NEWS ITEMS:
Weekly emailed newsletter to nancylnorris@aol.com.
For the printed monthly Do It Downtown newsletter in the Star Press, send news to downtownmuncie@aol.com, or call the Downtown Development office at 282-7897.
To have information added to the downtown website, email info@munciedowntown.com.
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