Downtown Development Partnership, MSD Recycling and Education Program and The PhyXTGears Robotics Team will host a Community New Year's Eve Celebration with a "Times Square" type ball drop and fireworks at midnight.
Festivities will begin December 31st at 10:30pm on the Delaware County Courthouse Square with a candlelight walk to the event area in the 400 block of Walnut St. Everyone is invited to bring a candle or flashlight and join us as we celebrate the strength of community in 2009.
The event will feature live music from Central High School Students: CHS Jazz followed by the party sounds of Doc Peterson, Dunn and Simmons. Warm tents, kid's activities, fire barrels, a new year wish tree, and projection of NYC's Time Square celebration will keep everyone entertained as we gear up for the big ball drop and fireworks at midnight! This is an alcohol free, family friendly event.
Our local "robotics team" PhyXTGears, composed of high school students from all schools in Muncie and Delaware have designed a New Year's Eve ball, to be lowered from a giant crane at midnight. Check this link for more info about the team and track their progress as they build the ball:
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Looking for some adult fun downtown for New Year's Eve? Doc's Downtown is hosting its annual "NO COVER NEW YEAR'S EVE SHOW" again this year. Know More Robots are back from Austin to bring in the New Year.
Music lineup for the evening:
Peterson, Simmons, & Dunn (jazz/funk)
Soraia (garage rock)
Know More Robots (power pop)
The Michael Martin Band (country/americana)
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Downtown Development and Muncie Home Ownership Office to Relocate
The programs of Downtown Development Partnership and Muncie Home Ownership will relocate their offices on December 17th to 300 S. Walnut St. This space was previously occupied by Boy Scouts of America. All other contact information will remain the same.
The current office space at 409 S. Walnut St. will be available for lease January 1, 2009. Anyone interested in leasing the space should contact Frank Brinkman @ 284-2622.
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The current office space at 409 S. Walnut St. will be available for lease January 1, 2009. Anyone interested in leasing the space should contact Frank Brinkman @ 284-2622.
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Charlotte's Web at Muncie Civic Theatre
The play Charlotte's Web is based on E.B. White's loving story of the friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a little grey spider named Charlotte. Wilbur has a problem: how to avoid winding up as pork chops! Charlotte, a fine writer and true friend, hits on a plan to fool Farmer Zuckerman -- she will create a "miracle." Spinning the words "Some Pig" in her web, Charlotte weaves a solution which not only makes Wilbur a prize pig, but ensures his place on the farm forever. This treasured tale, featuring mad-cap and endearing farm animals, explores bravery, selfless love, and the true meaning of friendship.
This production is performed in Muncie Civic Theatre's Family Workshop Series and features 32 students and is a great show for the whole family!
Performances are in the Main Street Studio Theatre and are December 12th-14th & 18th-20th. Thursday through Saturday performances are at 7:30pm and the Sunday matinee is at 2:00pm. Tickets are $5 for all ages and are general admission. Performances are selling out quickly, so get your ticket today!
Call 288.PLAY to purchase your tickets or stop by the Box Office Tuesday-Friday from Noon-6:00pm at 216 E. Main Street in Muncie.
Go online to www.munciecivic.org for complete season information.
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
This production is performed in Muncie Civic Theatre's Family Workshop Series and features 32 students and is a great show for the whole family!
Performances are in the Main Street Studio Theatre and are December 12th-14th & 18th-20th. Thursday through Saturday performances are at 7:30pm and the Sunday matinee is at 2:00pm. Tickets are $5 for all ages and are general admission. Performances are selling out quickly, so get your ticket today!
Call 288.PLAY to purchase your tickets or stop by the Box Office Tuesday-Friday from Noon-6:00pm at 216 E. Main Street in Muncie.
Go online to www.munciecivic.org for complete season information.
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
Downtown Farm Stand Newsletter
Holiday Gift Baskets! While we do always have gift certificates available, this year we are also taking orders for Holiday Gift Baskets from The Downtown Farm Stand! Do you know someone that's hard to buy for that appreciates Real Food ? Maybe you want de-commercialize the holidays and give a present that means something. Maybe you want to turn a friend or loved one onto local organic food. Or, maybe you just want to give someone a gift that has some of the highest quality, best tasting food anywhere ...
Well we're trying to make your shopping a little easier this year by offering delivery of pre-chosen or customized baskets for your friends or loved ones. That's right, we're happy to deliver for a small transportation fee. We can customize a basket, or we have put together some themes with popular favorite items sold at the Downtown Farm Stand. We can meet just about any budget. True to our roots, the baskets are recycled peach baskets decorated by Sara Ring at The Farm Stand. Below are some examples ...
Organic Fruit Baskets- Medium - Approximately 12 pieces - $24.99
Large approximately 18 pieces - $34.99
Baskets include 1 pineapple and apples, oranges, pears, grapes (counts as three pieces), bananas, etc.
Local & Sustainable Cheese, Crackers, & Summer Sausage & Fruit Basket - $39.99
3 kinds of local sustainable cheese from 100% grass fed cows from the Swiss Connection in Clay County, Organic Crackers, a Summer Sausage from 100% grass fed beef, and 4 pieces of organic fruit.
Coffee & Sweet Tooth Basket- Coffee, Chocolate, Cookies, Milk - $34.99
Includes 1 lb of local roasted fair trade, organic shade grown coffee - whole bean or ground - 2 large gourmet organic chocolate bar from Endangered Species in Indianapolis, Newmans Organic Cookies, and Traders Point Organic Milk from 100% grass fed cows.
Get well and keep warm with a Chicken Soup Basket -$29.99 -
Enough for several meals!
One whole frozen free range local pastured chicken, 1 pkg of celery, 1 pkg of carrots, 1 head of garlic, 1 pkg of pasta, and 1 pound of onions. All you add is water and desired seasonings (and a little effort!).
Local, gourmet, pastured, free range meats- Call for a price
This can be anything from duck breast or duck legs, to bison steaks, to humanely raised veal brats, to super thick pork chops, to whole rabbit! All meat is from animals raised on pasture with humane standards.
Breakfast Basket -$39.99 enough for several breakfasts!
1 pkg Organic Bagels, 1 pint of local natural honey or cherry butter, 1 dozen local pastured chicken eggs, 1 - Traders Point Creamery Yogurt, 1 lb of Organic granola, 1 lb of pastured pork Sausage, and Organic Valley European cultured butter.
College Student Special- $39.99 Get through exams in style ...
4 - organic fair trade green tea energy drinks, 1 bag of organic blue corn chips, 1 jar of Amy's Organic Salsa, 4 pieces of organic fruit, 1 block of Swiss Connection cheese, 1 box of organic crackers, 1 Amy's frozen organic pizza. (Remember we deliver!)
Remember that these are just ideas...we are happy to customize a basket for you!
Miscellaneous Farm Stand "news bites"
Star Press article about The Farm Stand being open on Sundays ...Did you get to see the article in the paper about us being open on Sunday? Click here on a link that will take you to the online version of the article in The Muncie Star Press. This is a great time for us to ask for feedback about our Sunday hours. Are the hours good for you? Do you expect to come into the store on Sundays on a regular basis? Do you think our Sunday hours are spectacular? O.K. how about sufficient?
New Store Products & Holiday Items
While we are on the subject have you checked out all of our new products we have at the store? We have local organic grains and herbs from Fields of Agape in Rush County. We have organic Lakewood juices like pomegranate and cranberry, we have pastured rabbits (completely dressed) raised on Gunthorp Farms, we have a full organic bulk dry goods section with 30 items. We have a few frozen turkeys for Christmas that are going fast. We can take pre-orders for Christmas hams. We will also have a few tofurkeys due to some special requests. Traders Point Creamery Egg Nog is available and is truly amazing. We have all of the special items you need for your holiday table, parties, and presents. Remember us this season at The Downtown Farm Stand!
Other Gift Ideas
Re-usable stainless steel water bottles, thermoses, and hot lunch containers. Also, local hand made soaps from organic oils, luxurious organic bath and body products are available. We have fantastic teas, local cheese made from milk from 100% grass fed cows, beef summer sausage, fruit baskets....and of course ...
Gift Certificates!
Part Time Employee
We are once again looking for an employee as Sarah Richcreek is moving to Indianapolis. We need someone to work evenings - the schedule is approximately Monday through Friday from
4 -7, Saturday 3 - 7, and Sunday 12-5 although the schedule may vary. Flexibility with scheduling is a plus. The pay is $7.00 an hour plus a major discount on food.
Once again I'm looking for someone with actual food experience that understands what we are doing here and is willing to stay and work for a year or more. Must be philosophically behind building a local sustainable food system. The position requires very good customer service skills, a good all around knowledge of food and cooking. The right applicant would have a willingness to learn about all of our producers, where food at the store comes from, and how it was produced. Must be willing to work hard and be a team player - A flexible tough disposition is what it takes to thrive here. Have to be physically able to lift 40 lbs occasionally. Must be willing to sell and promote humanely and responsibly produced meats. Must have a clean and neat appearance. Previous retail experience is very helpful. Several training sessions will be required. Please bring a resume to The Downtown Farm Stand if you are interested. Please, if someone I know applies for the job and doesn't get it, don't be offended, I'm just trying to find exactly the right person. Thanks!
Slow Food USA
Food For Thought
Tell President-Elect Barack Obama that we want a progressive in the office of Secretary of Agriculture...
Michael Pollan, author of The Omnivore's Dilemma, and In Defense of Food, wrote a now nearly famous letter in the N.Y. Times to President Elect Barack Obama about farming issues and the knowledge it would take as President of The United States to lead our country into a new era of Agriculture. The New York Times article was entitled Farmer In-Chief, and you can click here to read it.
Well now you can also make your opinion known to the President Elect by signing a petition put out by Slow Food about who we think he should choose for Secretary of Agriculture.
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
Well we're trying to make your shopping a little easier this year by offering delivery of pre-chosen or customized baskets for your friends or loved ones. That's right, we're happy to deliver for a small transportation fee. We can customize a basket, or we have put together some themes with popular favorite items sold at the Downtown Farm Stand. We can meet just about any budget. True to our roots, the baskets are recycled peach baskets decorated by Sara Ring at The Farm Stand. Below are some examples ...
Organic Fruit Baskets- Medium - Approximately 12 pieces - $24.99
Large approximately 18 pieces - $34.99
Baskets include 1 pineapple and apples, oranges, pears, grapes (counts as three pieces), bananas, etc.
Local & Sustainable Cheese, Crackers, & Summer Sausage & Fruit Basket - $39.99
3 kinds of local sustainable cheese from 100% grass fed cows from the Swiss Connection in Clay County, Organic Crackers, a Summer Sausage from 100% grass fed beef, and 4 pieces of organic fruit.
Coffee & Sweet Tooth Basket- Coffee, Chocolate, Cookies, Milk - $34.99
Includes 1 lb of local roasted fair trade, organic shade grown coffee - whole bean or ground - 2 large gourmet organic chocolate bar from Endangered Species in Indianapolis, Newmans Organic Cookies, and Traders Point Organic Milk from 100% grass fed cows.
Get well and keep warm with a Chicken Soup Basket -$29.99 -
Enough for several meals!
One whole frozen free range local pastured chicken, 1 pkg of celery, 1 pkg of carrots, 1 head of garlic, 1 pkg of pasta, and 1 pound of onions. All you add is water and desired seasonings (and a little effort!).
Local, gourmet, pastured, free range meats- Call for a price
This can be anything from duck breast or duck legs, to bison steaks, to humanely raised veal brats, to super thick pork chops, to whole rabbit! All meat is from animals raised on pasture with humane standards.
Breakfast Basket -$39.99 enough for several breakfasts!
1 pkg Organic Bagels, 1 pint of local natural honey or cherry butter, 1 dozen local pastured chicken eggs, 1 - Traders Point Creamery Yogurt, 1 lb of Organic granola, 1 lb of pastured pork Sausage, and Organic Valley European cultured butter.
College Student Special- $39.99 Get through exams in style ...
4 - organic fair trade green tea energy drinks, 1 bag of organic blue corn chips, 1 jar of Amy's Organic Salsa, 4 pieces of organic fruit, 1 block of Swiss Connection cheese, 1 box of organic crackers, 1 Amy's frozen organic pizza. (Remember we deliver!)
Remember that these are just ideas...we are happy to customize a basket for you!
Miscellaneous Farm Stand "news bites"
Star Press article about The Farm Stand being open on Sundays ...Did you get to see the article in the paper about us being open on Sunday? Click here on a link that will take you to the online version of the article in The Muncie Star Press. This is a great time for us to ask for feedback about our Sunday hours. Are the hours good for you? Do you expect to come into the store on Sundays on a regular basis? Do you think our Sunday hours are spectacular? O.K. how about sufficient?
New Store Products & Holiday Items
While we are on the subject have you checked out all of our new products we have at the store? We have local organic grains and herbs from Fields of Agape in Rush County. We have organic Lakewood juices like pomegranate and cranberry, we have pastured rabbits (completely dressed) raised on Gunthorp Farms, we have a full organic bulk dry goods section with 30 items. We have a few frozen turkeys for Christmas that are going fast. We can take pre-orders for Christmas hams. We will also have a few tofurkeys due to some special requests. Traders Point Creamery Egg Nog is available and is truly amazing. We have all of the special items you need for your holiday table, parties, and presents. Remember us this season at The Downtown Farm Stand!
Other Gift Ideas
Re-usable stainless steel water bottles, thermoses, and hot lunch containers. Also, local hand made soaps from organic oils, luxurious organic bath and body products are available. We have fantastic teas, local cheese made from milk from 100% grass fed cows, beef summer sausage, fruit baskets....and of course ...
Gift Certificates!
Part Time Employee
We are once again looking for an employee as Sarah Richcreek is moving to Indianapolis. We need someone to work evenings - the schedule is approximately Monday through Friday from
4 -7, Saturday 3 - 7, and Sunday 12-5 although the schedule may vary. Flexibility with scheduling is a plus. The pay is $7.00 an hour plus a major discount on food.
Once again I'm looking for someone with actual food experience that understands what we are doing here and is willing to stay and work for a year or more. Must be philosophically behind building a local sustainable food system. The position requires very good customer service skills, a good all around knowledge of food and cooking. The right applicant would have a willingness to learn about all of our producers, where food at the store comes from, and how it was produced. Must be willing to work hard and be a team player - A flexible tough disposition is what it takes to thrive here. Have to be physically able to lift 40 lbs occasionally. Must be willing to sell and promote humanely and responsibly produced meats. Must have a clean and neat appearance. Previous retail experience is very helpful. Several training sessions will be required. Please bring a resume to The Downtown Farm Stand if you are interested. Please, if someone I know applies for the job and doesn't get it, don't be offended, I'm just trying to find exactly the right person. Thanks!
Slow Food USA
Food For Thought
Tell President-Elect Barack Obama that we want a progressive in the office of Secretary of Agriculture...
Michael Pollan, author of The Omnivore's Dilemma, and In Defense of Food, wrote a now nearly famous letter in the N.Y. Times to President Elect Barack Obama about farming issues and the knowledge it would take as President of The United States to lead our country into a new era of Agriculture. The New York Times article was entitled Farmer In-Chief, and you can click here to read it.
Well now you can also make your opinion known to the President Elect by signing a petition put out by Slow Food about who we think he should choose for Secretary of Agriculture.
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
Monday, December 08, 2008
News from Cornerstone Center for the Arts
Join Cornerstone Center for the Arts as they celebrate fall classes. The Celebration will take place on Sunday, December 14, from 2:00-5:00pm and will feature:
Free Classes:
* 2:00-2:30 Early Tumbling Class, 2-5 year olds
* 2:45-3:15 Belly Dance
* 3:15-3:45 Country Line Dancing
* 3:20-4:00 Kindermusik for 0-5 year olds
* 4:00-4:25 Dance and Fitness
* 4:30-4:55 Ballroom Dance
The Celebration will also showcase our classes with an art gallery, Children's Choir Recital, Private Lessons Music Recital, Martial Arts demonstration, Youth Drama performance, Cheerleading Performance, Swing and Country Line Dance Performances, American Sign Language Performances, Belly Dance Demonstration, and much more!
Cornerstone will have craft activities and refreshments at this free and public event. All are welcome to come and see what Cornerstone Center for the Arts has to offer, so mark your calendars for Sunday, December 14, from 2:00-5:00pm!
Gift Certificates Available
Give the gift of art to your friends and family this year! Cornerstone Center for the Arts has gift certificates available for group classes and private lessons. The spring schedule will be available soon and recipients can choose from our many group classes or sign up for private music lessons. Gift certificates are available i n any denomination and can be purchased by calling Sarah at 765.281.9503, ext. 15 or can be purchased online . Gift certificates are valid for a year after purchase and can be used for any class session.
Annual Meeting
The Annual Meeting for Cornerstone Center for the Arts will be held on Thursday, December 18th at 4:00pm. This is an opportunity for Cornerstone to celebrate and discuss the past year's progress and growth as well as direction for the future. This event is open to the public and anyone interested is welcome to attend.
Spring Classes
The spring session of classes will be announced on Sunday, December 14th at the Celebration. Look for it online after that date. Cornerstone Center for the Arts will offer group classes in Dance, Music, Language, Martial Arts, Kindermusik, Theatre, Writing, and Visual Arts as well as private music lessons in guitar, piano, saxophone, trumpet, clarinet, bass, voice, string, and drums. We will continue to offer our popular classes and look for exciting new offerings this spring!
Holiday Closings
The building will be closed from December 24th to January 2nd. No lessons or classes will take place during this time. In the upcoming winter months, Cornerstone will cancel classes when Muncie School District closes school.
Calendar of Events
December 8 - 11 - Last Week of Fall Classes
December 14 - Cornerstone Fall Celebration, 2:00 - 5:00 pm
December 18 - Annual Meeting, 4:00 pm
December 24 - January 2 - Building Closed
January 26 - 30 - First Week of Spring Session Classes
Supporting Cornerstone
Now it's easier than ever to make a donation to Cornerstone. You can donate online, by mail, by phone, or in our building. Did you know Cornerstone's monthly bills exceed $90,000? Thankfully, the majority of this money is generously donated by individuals, like you, who value the arts.
Cornerstone Center for the Arts is enthusiastic in our mission to provide arts programming, activities and events that are family-friendly, accessible, affordable and enjoyable to the community. Cornerstone Center for the Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit and needs community support to succeed in its mission of Creating Community Connections. If you feel that Cornerstone has benefited you and this community, please consider donating funds, materials, or time to help maintain this organization.
We also invite you to invest in our future by designating a gift from your current assets or a portion of your estate to our endowed fund at The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, Inc. by visiting their website or calling 765.747.7181.
Thank you for considering making a donation to Cornerstone.
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
Free Classes:
* 2:00-2:30 Early Tumbling Class, 2-5 year olds
* 2:45-3:15 Belly Dance
* 3:15-3:45 Country Line Dancing
* 3:20-4:00 Kindermusik for 0-5 year olds
* 4:00-4:25 Dance and Fitness
* 4:30-4:55 Ballroom Dance
The Celebration will also showcase our classes with an art gallery, Children's Choir Recital, Private Lessons Music Recital, Martial Arts demonstration, Youth Drama performance, Cheerleading Performance, Swing and Country Line Dance Performances, American Sign Language Performances, Belly Dance Demonstration, and much more!
Cornerstone will have craft activities and refreshments at this free and public event. All are welcome to come and see what Cornerstone Center for the Arts has to offer, so mark your calendars for Sunday, December 14, from 2:00-5:00pm!
Gift Certificates Available
Give the gift of art to your friends and family this year! Cornerstone Center for the Arts has gift certificates available for group classes and private lessons. The spring schedule will be available soon and recipients can choose from our many group classes or sign up for private music lessons. Gift certificates are available i n any denomination and can be purchased by calling Sarah at 765.281.9503, ext. 15 or can be purchased online . Gift certificates are valid for a year after purchase and can be used for any class session.
Annual Meeting
The Annual Meeting for Cornerstone Center for the Arts will be held on Thursday, December 18th at 4:00pm. This is an opportunity for Cornerstone to celebrate and discuss the past year's progress and growth as well as direction for the future. This event is open to the public and anyone interested is welcome to attend.
Spring Classes
The spring session of classes will be announced on Sunday, December 14th at the Celebration. Look for it online after that date. Cornerstone Center for the Arts will offer group classes in Dance, Music, Language, Martial Arts, Kindermusik, Theatre, Writing, and Visual Arts as well as private music lessons in guitar, piano, saxophone, trumpet, clarinet, bass, voice, string, and drums. We will continue to offer our popular classes and look for exciting new offerings this spring!
Holiday Closings
The building will be closed from December 24th to January 2nd. No lessons or classes will take place during this time. In the upcoming winter months, Cornerstone will cancel classes when Muncie School District closes school.
Calendar of Events
December 8 - 11 - Last Week of Fall Classes
December 14 - Cornerstone Fall Celebration, 2:00 - 5:00 pm
December 18 - Annual Meeting, 4:00 pm
December 24 - January 2 - Building Closed
January 26 - 30 - First Week of Spring Session Classes
Supporting Cornerstone
Now it's easier than ever to make a donation to Cornerstone. You can donate online, by mail, by phone, or in our building. Did you know Cornerstone's monthly bills exceed $90,000? Thankfully, the majority of this money is generously donated by individuals, like you, who value the arts.
Cornerstone Center for the Arts is enthusiastic in our mission to provide arts programming, activities and events that are family-friendly, accessible, affordable and enjoyable to the community. Cornerstone Center for the Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit and needs community support to succeed in its mission of Creating Community Connections. If you feel that Cornerstone has benefited you and this community, please consider donating funds, materials, or time to help maintain this organization.
We also invite you to invest in our future by designating a gift from your current assets or a portion of your estate to our endowed fund at The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, Inc. by visiting their website or calling 765.747.7181.
Thank you for considering making a donation to Cornerstone.
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
Friday, December 05, 2008
Cornerstone Celebration Set for December 14
Join Cornerstone Center for the Arts as we celebrate our fall classes! The Celebration will take place on Sunday, December 14, from 2:00-5:00pm. The Celebration will showcase our 45 classes and 515 students this semester with an art gallery, Children's Choir Concert, Private Lessons Music Recital, Martial Arts demonstration, performances by the following classes: Youth Drama, Cheerleading, Swing, Country Line Dance, American Sign Language, Belly Dance, Ballet, Hip Hop, and much more!
Cornerstone will have holiday craft activities and refreshments at this free and public event. There will also be the following free classes offered to the community:
Free Classes:
2:00-2:30 Early Tumbling Class, 2-5 year olds
2:45-3:15 Belly Dance
3:15-3:45 Country Line Dancing
3:20-4:00 Kindermusik, 0-5 year olds
4:00-4:25 Dance and Fitness
4:30-4:55 Ballroom Dance
All are welcome to come and see what Cornerstone Center for the Arts has to offer. Spring class registration will be available, so mark your calendars for Sunday, December 14, from 2:00-5:00pm!
Go online to www.cornerstonearts.org for details or call 281.9503 ext 15 for more information.
* What: Cornerstone Celebration
* When: December 14, 2008, from 2:00-5:00 pm
* Where: Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E. Main St. Muncie, IN 47305
* Who: Open to the public
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
Cornerstone will have holiday craft activities and refreshments at this free and public event. There will also be the following free classes offered to the community:
Free Classes:
2:00-2:30 Early Tumbling Class, 2-5 year olds
2:45-3:15 Belly Dance
3:15-3:45 Country Line Dancing
3:20-4:00 Kindermusik, 0-5 year olds
4:00-4:25 Dance and Fitness
4:30-4:55 Ballroom Dance
All are welcome to come and see what Cornerstone Center for the Arts has to offer. Spring class registration will be available, so mark your calendars for Sunday, December 14, from 2:00-5:00pm!
Go online to www.cornerstonearts.org for details or call 281.9503 ext 15 for more information.
* What: Cornerstone Celebration
* When: December 14, 2008, from 2:00-5:00 pm
* Where: Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E. Main St. Muncie, IN 47305
* Who: Open to the public
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
Wednesday, December 03, 2008
Santa Claus to Make Scheduled Stops in Downtown Muncie
Come see Santa Claus, who will be appearing at some special events in Downtown Muncie. He'll be at Toys Forever Models & Hobbies on Walnut Street during First Thursday, December 4th, starting at 5pm. Then Santa and Mrs. Claus will be making a stop at the historic Wysor Street Depot on Friday and Saturday, December 5th and 6th, from 6 to 9pm for the Polar Express event. Jack's Camera Shop will be taking photos at both events, and free trolley service will be provided by MITS at both events.
Click here to read more about First Thursday happenings and exhibit openings. This is a FREE event.
Click here to read more about the Polar Express. This is a FREE event.
There are lots more holiday activies going on this month in Downtown Muncie, so bundle up and bring the family!
Muncie Children's Museum is offering $1 off admission per person through the month of December if you bring a non-perishable food item for donation to the Second Harvest Food Bank.
Click here for details.
Enchanted Luminaria Walk returns to Minnetrista Dec. 5 & 6 with lots of special events and activities, and free trolley service from MITS. FREE event. Click here for details.
Ball State University's Stone Soup Players will perform at Muncie Children's Museum Friends and Family Fun Night on Dec. 5. FREE event.
Click here for details.
Muncie Civic Theatre presents "The Sound of Music" December 5th-7th, 11th-13th, and 19th-20th. Click here for details.
Muncie Ballet Studio presents The Children's Nutckracker on Dec. 12 & 13 at Cornerstone Center for the Arts.
Click here for details.
"The Art and Craft of Christmas" at Gallery 308 is an exhibit of holiday ornaments from ornament collectors Hal Caldwell, Dale Potts, Martin George and Joshua Burton. Potts will give a short talk on the history of bubble lights during First Thursday at 7 p.m. in the gallery's Founders Room. FREE event.Click here for details.
And don't forget to Shop Downtown for the holidays! Find affordable and unique gift items for everyone on your list. Downtown Muncie offers a wide variety of independently owned specialty and gift shops, and our museums, galleries and theatres offer gift packages as well. Click here to browse the business directory on munciedowntown.com.
Stay tuned to munciedowntown.com, we will post more holiday events information as it comes in!
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
Click here to read more about First Thursday happenings and exhibit openings. This is a FREE event.
Click here to read more about the Polar Express. This is a FREE event.
There are lots more holiday activies going on this month in Downtown Muncie, so bundle up and bring the family!
Muncie Children's Museum is offering $1 off admission per person through the month of December if you bring a non-perishable food item for donation to the Second Harvest Food Bank.
Click here for details.
Enchanted Luminaria Walk returns to Minnetrista Dec. 5 & 6 with lots of special events and activities, and free trolley service from MITS. FREE event. Click here for details.
Ball State University's Stone Soup Players will perform at Muncie Children's Museum Friends and Family Fun Night on Dec. 5. FREE event.
Click here for details.
Muncie Civic Theatre presents "The Sound of Music" December 5th-7th, 11th-13th, and 19th-20th. Click here for details.
Muncie Ballet Studio presents The Children's Nutckracker on Dec. 12 & 13 at Cornerstone Center for the Arts.
Click here for details.
"The Art and Craft of Christmas" at Gallery 308 is an exhibit of holiday ornaments from ornament collectors Hal Caldwell, Dale Potts, Martin George and Joshua Burton. Potts will give a short talk on the history of bubble lights during First Thursday at 7 p.m. in the gallery's Founders Room. FREE event.Click here for details.
And don't forget to Shop Downtown for the holidays! Find affordable and unique gift items for everyone on your list. Downtown Muncie offers a wide variety of independently owned specialty and gift shops, and our museums, galleries and theatres offer gift packages as well. Click here to browse the business directory on munciedowntown.com.
Stay tuned to munciedowntown.com, we will post more holiday events information as it comes in!
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
Muncie Ballet Presents The Children's Nutcracker
Add a sprinkle of Sugarplum Fairy dust and mix it with fog, snow and ice to make The Children's Nutcracker a grand event. A holiday classic and wonderful family holiday tradition. A perfect length for our younger audience.
Tickets $8 adults, $5 children/seniors. Length: 1hour 30 minutes 765-282-1480 www.MuncieBallet.org The Children's Nutcracker Friday, Dec. 12th 7:00pm Saturday, Dec. 13th, 4:00pm at Cornerstone Center for the Arts
The Children's Nutcracker Tickets are now available online at MuncieBallet.org and at the door one hour before curtain.
Muncie Ballet dancers are also performing with MSO Symphony of Toys on Dec. 6th, Emens 4pm
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Tickets $8 adults, $5 children/seniors. Length: 1hour 30 minutes 765-282-1480 www.MuncieBallet.org The Children's Nutcracker Friday, Dec. 12th 7:00pm Saturday, Dec. 13th, 4:00pm at Cornerstone Center for the Arts
The Children's Nutcracker Tickets are now available online at MuncieBallet.org and at the door one hour before curtain.
Muncie Ballet dancers are also performing with MSO Symphony of Toys on Dec. 6th, Emens 4pm
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
Monday, December 01, 2008
December's First Thursday Downtown is Holiday Kickoff
Celebrate the arts in Downtown Muncie this First Thursday from 5 to 9pm. Our many art galleries launch their monthly exhibits on the first Thursday evenings of every month, with meet-the-artist receptions. December's First Thursday is Downtown's official kickoff celebration, with carolers and storefront window decorating contest, and free trolley service all evening long.
Santa arrives at "Toys Forever Hobby and Models" at 5pm. Jacks Camera will provide a photo opportunity for your little ones with ole St. Nick. Christmas caroler and refreshments will abound!
Shop "locally" this holiday season. Downtown's diverse neighborhood of independent store owners invites you to find something for everyone on your list in the heart of the city. Specialty experiences, gourmet and organic food items, fine kitchenware, toys, models, hobbies, bikes, glassware, art work, electronics, fine and faux jewelry, framing, skateboards, one of a kind clothing items and so much more can all be found in your Downtown!
Need the gift of a fabulous experience? Downtown businesses offer theater tickets, art, photo, dance and exercise classes, paint your own pottery, museum memberships, tickets for national musical acts...so many ways to give the gift of fun!
The following galleries will be opening new exhibits (in alphabetical order by gallery) during First Thursday:
111 Arts Gallery & Tattoo Studio ~ 111 East Main Street ~ 765-282-8342
December's Exhibit at 111 Arts Gallery is "Collection - Found Outsider Art." There will be an opening reception during First Thursday, December 4th, from 5 to 8pm at 111 E. Main Street.
For more information visit www.tattooindiana.com or http://www.myspace.com/tattooindiana.
The Artist Within ~ 313 S Walnut Street ~ 765-289-7895
The Artist Within will feature an exhibit by Suzanne Marie Lambert titled "De la France et de l'Espagne" during December. There will be an opening reception during First Thursday, Dec.4th from 5-9pm. There will also be live music by Bryce Taylor. The reception is free and the public is invited.
Suzanne Marie Lambert splits her time between Europe and the US. She works from her 2 studios, one located in Cincinnati where she resides with her son Watts Dietrich, the other in Southwestern France. She works with mixedmedia on canvas and paper. Her work is abstract and contemporary.
In the 1970's she studied ceramics and sculpture, metal crafting and welding. She is self taught in painting, drawing and photography. Lambert studied classical ballet at Jordan College of Music at Butler University 1972-1975. She attended Indiana University 1981-1984, studying modern dance, psychology, specializing in sports psychology. In 2001 she was invited by Miami University of Oxford, Ohio to teach abstract painting as a guest session artist. In 2002 she worked in the Motion Picture Film Industry on the Jim Amatulli film, "Artworks." Lambert worked on location during the filming of the movie; along with some art consulting, her paintings were used as those of the lead character,Emma, played by Virginia Madsen.
Although her formal education is other than painting, sculpture, and photography, it is in these fields of art where her passion resides. With her love of photography, she built her own dark room when she was 18 years old. She began drawing and painting at the age of 3 and has continued to become a working artist.Lambert exhibits nationally and internationally. Her work is collected privately and corporately. She is available for commission work and for design consultation.
Artworks ~ 301 South Walnut Street ~ 765-288-2221
Cartoonist and illustrator Dan Wright will be the featured artist during December at Artworks. An opening reception will be held during First Thursday, Dec. 4, from 5 to 8pm.
Dan Wright has been a working cartoonist and illustrator for over 400 years and attributes his great longevity to obscurity and a propensity for stretching the truth.
Dan was raised in Muncie and barely graduated from Muncie Southside High School where he was repeatedly sent to the dean for artistic differences. After serving three years in the U.S. Army, Dan attended the Herron School of Art and went on to become an award-winning graphic designer, illustrator and one of Muncie's three nationally syndicated cartoonists.
His strip "Wildwood", which he co-wrote with childhood friend and fellow Muncie native, Tom Spurgeon, ran in about 80 papers from 1998 through 2003.
For the past few years, in addition to co-writing and producing "Rustle the Leaf", an online, environmentally themed newspaper-style comic strip, Dan has studied storytelling and has finished the manuscript for his first children's picture book "Jaboo"
After a 23 year absence, Dan has moved back to Muncie because he likes how lived-in the place looks.
At his Opening Reception on December 4, 2008 at ArtWorks Dan will read "Jaboo" in its entirety. Dan will also have many of his comic strips on exhibition in the gallery.
Downtown Farm Stand ~ 125 East Main Street ~ 765-288-3775
Downtown Farm Stand organic market at the corner of Main and Mulberry streets now carries Sue Beach's functional pottery. The Downtown Farm Stand is open during First Thursday, and offers a seasonal selection of meat, dairy, eggs, produce, bulk foods and canned goods from Indiana's finest farms and regional producers. Visit www.downtownfarmstand.com for info.
Gallery 308 ~ 308 E. Main Street ~ 765-289-8575
Looking for something truly unique to get you in the holiday spirit? How about taking a stroll down East Main Street in Muncie on First Thursday (December 4)? Stop in at Gallery 308 at 308 East Main at 7 p.m. for the opening of a new exhibition, "The Art & Craft of Christmas."
Thanks to the generosity of ornament collectors Hal Caldwell, Dale Potts, Martin George and Joshua Burton, an amazing display of holiday ornaments will amaze you. "It is our Christmas card to the community," says Gallery Board president Martin George, whose contribution to the exhibit is a large tree covered by numerous blown-glass ornaments, mostly of German and Eastern European origin.
See 200 nutcrackers from Hal Caldwell's collection, along with a vintage silver tree from the Sixties, complete with a rotating color wheel, donated for the exhibit by another collector, Josh Burton. Dale Potts' collection of bubble lights dating from the Second World War is also on display.
At 7 p.m. in the Gallery's Founders Room, Potts will give a short talk on the history of bubble lights.
The exhibit continues through December 12. The public is welcome; admission is free.
Gallery 308 is a non-profit art gallery located at 308 East Main, Muncie. Donations to the Gallery are tax deductible. For information about volunteer opportunities and Gallery hours, call 765-289-8575.
Gordy Fine Art & Framing ~ 224 E Main Street ~ 765-284-8422
Watercolorist Brian Gordy has been painting local turtles for several years. What began as a curiosity about the health of Delaware County rivers and wetlands turned into a large body of work documenting the various terrapin communities and their habits, interactions and even estimated ages. From the riverbanks, Gordy was able to determine that not only were the turtle populations healthy, but many of them had survived more turbulent times, as evidenced by their huge sizes. As an artist, he admired the flat and domed shells, the subtle skin colorations and the way light played off the various planes of the prehistoric-looking creatures' backs.
Recently recognized as an "Indiana Artisan," Gordy continues to paint the wet world of the turtle and has a new website in the works to share his paintings and giclees with patrons from outside his Muncie studio and combination gallery/frame shop. For local art and turtle appreciators, he will exhibit thirty five different scenes and groupings at Gordy Fine Art and Framing for the holiday season. An opening reception will be held during the monthly First Thursday event, from 5 to 9 PM. Refreshments will be served and public is invited to attend.
Gordy Fine Art and Framing Company is located at 224 East Main Street in downtown Muncie. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5:30 PM and Saturday, 9 to 3. The Turtle Exhibit will be held through January 31, 2009. For more information call 765-284-8422 or visit www.gordyframing.com.
Mitchell Place Studio ~ 301 S Walnut
Institute for Digital Intermedia Arts & Animation Student Art & Research Showcase
Thursday April 3rd, 5 p.m.
See monthly showcase of recent, supported student art and research projects in association with First Thursdays downtown. For more information on this and other IDIAA programs visit www.bsu.edu/cmd/mps.
Toys Forever Models & Hobbies ~ 311 South Walnut Street ~ 765-288-6505
On First Thursdays, Toys Forever Models & Hobbies hosts a meeting of modelers who build and detail plastic models of cars, trucks, aircraft, ships, sci-fi and other subjects. The meeting is held from 6:00PM to 8:00PM. Come see finished models on display, models in the process of being built and talk to the modelers about tips and techniques. Any person interested is welcome to join and participate in the display and discussion. For more information, contact Brandon Mundell at Toys Forever Models & Hobbies (765) 288-6505.
In addition, Toys Forever Models & Hobbies will be open to the public extended hours until 8:00 PM First Thursday. Come meet our knowledgeable and friendly staff while exploring East Central Indiana's premier selection of model and hobby supplies.
Other downtown Muncie businesses may have extended hours or special events during First Thursdays including:
~ Cassella's Kitchen, 401 S. Walnut Street - 765-289-8980
~ FB Fogg, 418 E Main Street - 765-289-7464
~ Minnetrista, 1200 N. Minnetrista Parkway - 765-282-4848
Additionally, all of Downtown's independently owned bars and restaurants will be open and ready to serve you. For more information, visit www.munciedowntown.com.
Santa arrives at "Toys Forever Hobby and Models" at 5pm. Jacks Camera will provide a photo opportunity for your little ones with ole St. Nick. Christmas caroler and refreshments will abound!
Shop "locally" this holiday season. Downtown's diverse neighborhood of independent store owners invites you to find something for everyone on your list in the heart of the city. Specialty experiences, gourmet and organic food items, fine kitchenware, toys, models, hobbies, bikes, glassware, art work, electronics, fine and faux jewelry, framing, skateboards, one of a kind clothing items and so much more can all be found in your Downtown!
Need the gift of a fabulous experience? Downtown businesses offer theater tickets, art, photo, dance and exercise classes, paint your own pottery, museum memberships, tickets for national musical acts...so many ways to give the gift of fun!
The following galleries will be opening new exhibits (in alphabetical order by gallery) during First Thursday:
111 Arts Gallery & Tattoo Studio ~ 111 East Main Street ~ 765-282-8342
December's Exhibit at 111 Arts Gallery is "Collection - Found Outsider Art." There will be an opening reception during First Thursday, December 4th, from 5 to 8pm at 111 E. Main Street.
For more information visit www.tattooindiana.com or http://www.myspace.com/tattooindiana.
The Artist Within ~ 313 S Walnut Street ~ 765-289-7895
The Artist Within will feature an exhibit by Suzanne Marie Lambert titled "De la France et de l'Espagne" during December. There will be an opening reception during First Thursday, Dec.4th from 5-9pm. There will also be live music by Bryce Taylor. The reception is free and the public is invited.
Suzanne Marie Lambert splits her time between Europe and the US. She works from her 2 studios, one located in Cincinnati where she resides with her son Watts Dietrich, the other in Southwestern France. She works with mixedmedia on canvas and paper. Her work is abstract and contemporary.
In the 1970's she studied ceramics and sculpture, metal crafting and welding. She is self taught in painting, drawing and photography. Lambert studied classical ballet at Jordan College of Music at Butler University 1972-1975. She attended Indiana University 1981-1984, studying modern dance, psychology, specializing in sports psychology. In 2001 she was invited by Miami University of Oxford, Ohio to teach abstract painting as a guest session artist. In 2002 she worked in the Motion Picture Film Industry on the Jim Amatulli film, "Artworks." Lambert worked on location during the filming of the movie; along with some art consulting, her paintings were used as those of the lead character,Emma, played by Virginia Madsen.
Although her formal education is other than painting, sculpture, and photography, it is in these fields of art where her passion resides. With her love of photography, she built her own dark room when she was 18 years old. She began drawing and painting at the age of 3 and has continued to become a working artist.Lambert exhibits nationally and internationally. Her work is collected privately and corporately. She is available for commission work and for design consultation.
Artworks ~ 301 South Walnut Street ~ 765-288-2221
Cartoonist and illustrator Dan Wright will be the featured artist during December at Artworks. An opening reception will be held during First Thursday, Dec. 4, from 5 to 8pm.
Dan Wright has been a working cartoonist and illustrator for over 400 years and attributes his great longevity to obscurity and a propensity for stretching the truth.
Dan was raised in Muncie and barely graduated from Muncie Southside High School where he was repeatedly sent to the dean for artistic differences. After serving three years in the U.S. Army, Dan attended the Herron School of Art and went on to become an award-winning graphic designer, illustrator and one of Muncie's three nationally syndicated cartoonists.
His strip "Wildwood", which he co-wrote with childhood friend and fellow Muncie native, Tom Spurgeon, ran in about 80 papers from 1998 through 2003.
For the past few years, in addition to co-writing and producing "Rustle the Leaf", an online, environmentally themed newspaper-style comic strip, Dan has studied storytelling and has finished the manuscript for his first children's picture book "Jaboo"
After a 23 year absence, Dan has moved back to Muncie because he likes how lived-in the place looks.
At his Opening Reception on December 4, 2008 at ArtWorks Dan will read "Jaboo" in its entirety. Dan will also have many of his comic strips on exhibition in the gallery.
Downtown Farm Stand ~ 125 East Main Street ~ 765-288-3775
Downtown Farm Stand organic market at the corner of Main and Mulberry streets now carries Sue Beach's functional pottery. The Downtown Farm Stand is open during First Thursday, and offers a seasonal selection of meat, dairy, eggs, produce, bulk foods and canned goods from Indiana's finest farms and regional producers. Visit www.downtownfarmstand.com for info.
Gallery 308 ~ 308 E. Main Street ~ 765-289-8575
Looking for something truly unique to get you in the holiday spirit? How about taking a stroll down East Main Street in Muncie on First Thursday (December 4)? Stop in at Gallery 308 at 308 East Main at 7 p.m. for the opening of a new exhibition, "The Art & Craft of Christmas."
Thanks to the generosity of ornament collectors Hal Caldwell, Dale Potts, Martin George and Joshua Burton, an amazing display of holiday ornaments will amaze you. "It is our Christmas card to the community," says Gallery Board president Martin George, whose contribution to the exhibit is a large tree covered by numerous blown-glass ornaments, mostly of German and Eastern European origin.
See 200 nutcrackers from Hal Caldwell's collection, along with a vintage silver tree from the Sixties, complete with a rotating color wheel, donated for the exhibit by another collector, Josh Burton. Dale Potts' collection of bubble lights dating from the Second World War is also on display.
At 7 p.m. in the Gallery's Founders Room, Potts will give a short talk on the history of bubble lights.
The exhibit continues through December 12. The public is welcome; admission is free.
Gallery 308 is a non-profit art gallery located at 308 East Main, Muncie. Donations to the Gallery are tax deductible. For information about volunteer opportunities and Gallery hours, call 765-289-8575.
Gordy Fine Art & Framing ~ 224 E Main Street ~ 765-284-8422
Watercolorist Brian Gordy has been painting local turtles for several years. What began as a curiosity about the health of Delaware County rivers and wetlands turned into a large body of work documenting the various terrapin communities and their habits, interactions and even estimated ages. From the riverbanks, Gordy was able to determine that not only were the turtle populations healthy, but many of them had survived more turbulent times, as evidenced by their huge sizes. As an artist, he admired the flat and domed shells, the subtle skin colorations and the way light played off the various planes of the prehistoric-looking creatures' backs.
Recently recognized as an "Indiana Artisan," Gordy continues to paint the wet world of the turtle and has a new website in the works to share his paintings and giclees with patrons from outside his Muncie studio and combination gallery/frame shop. For local art and turtle appreciators, he will exhibit thirty five different scenes and groupings at Gordy Fine Art and Framing for the holiday season. An opening reception will be held during the monthly First Thursday event, from 5 to 9 PM. Refreshments will be served and public is invited to attend.
Gordy Fine Art and Framing Company is located at 224 East Main Street in downtown Muncie. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5:30 PM and Saturday, 9 to 3. The Turtle Exhibit will be held through January 31, 2009. For more information call 765-284-8422 or visit www.gordyframing.com.
Mitchell Place Studio ~ 301 S Walnut
Institute for Digital Intermedia Arts & Animation Student Art & Research Showcase
Thursday April 3rd, 5 p.m.
See monthly showcase of recent, supported student art and research projects in association with First Thursdays downtown. For more information on this and other IDIAA programs visit www.bsu.edu/cmd/mps.
Toys Forever Models & Hobbies ~ 311 South Walnut Street ~ 765-288-6505
On First Thursdays, Toys Forever Models & Hobbies hosts a meeting of modelers who build and detail plastic models of cars, trucks, aircraft, ships, sci-fi and other subjects. The meeting is held from 6:00PM to 8:00PM. Come see finished models on display, models in the process of being built and talk to the modelers about tips and techniques. Any person interested is welcome to join and participate in the display and discussion. For more information, contact Brandon Mundell at Toys Forever Models & Hobbies (765) 288-6505.
In addition, Toys Forever Models & Hobbies will be open to the public extended hours until 8:00 PM First Thursday. Come meet our knowledgeable and friendly staff while exploring East Central Indiana's premier selection of model and hobby supplies.
Other downtown Muncie businesses may have extended hours or special events during First Thursdays including:
~ Cassella's Kitchen, 401 S. Walnut Street - 765-289-8980
~ FB Fogg, 418 E Main Street - 765-289-7464
~ Minnetrista, 1200 N. Minnetrista Parkway - 765-282-4848
Additionally, all of Downtown's independently owned bars and restaurants will be open and ready to serve you. For more information, visit www.munciedowntown.com.
BSU Theatre Ed Dept. to Perform at Muncie Children's Museum
December's Friends and Family Fun Night at the Muncie Children's Museum will be centered around Ball State University's Theatre Education Department's, Stone Soup Players! Come and enjoy a fun evening of activities and entertainment on Friday, December 5, 2008, from 3 - 7 p.m. Admission is free.
Stone Soup will perform Winter-themed skits throughout the evening. Stone Soup is under the direction of professor Michael Daehn, from the Ball State University Education Department. Along with performances by Stone Soup, throughout the evening visitors have the chance to take part in a craft in Make 'n Take.
2008 Friends and Family Fun Night are sponsored by the Edmund F. & Virginia B. Ball Foundation.
For more information about Friends and Family Fun Nights, call (765) 286-1660 or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
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Stone Soup will perform Winter-themed skits throughout the evening. Stone Soup is under the direction of professor Michael Daehn, from the Ball State University Education Department. Along with performances by Stone Soup, throughout the evening visitors have the chance to take part in a craft in Make 'n Take.
2008 Friends and Family Fun Night are sponsored by the Edmund F. & Virginia B. Ball Foundation.
For more information about Friends and Family Fun Nights, call (765) 286-1660 or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
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Friday, November 28, 2008
Weekly Downtown E-News 11-28-08
Shop "locally" this holiday season. Downtown's diverse neighborhood of independent store owners invites you to find something for everyone on your list in the heart of the city. Read more...
Celebrate the arts in Downtown Muncie this First Thursday, December 4th, from 5 to 8pm. Our many art galleries launch their monthly exhibits on the first Thursday evenings of every month, with meet-the-artist receptions. December's First Thursday is Downtown's official kickoff celebration, with carolers and storefront window decorating contest. Read more...
The Downtown Business Council will meet a week earlier than our regular meeting time, which falls during the big holiday week. The meeting will be next week on Wednesday, December 17th at 3pm in the Star Press building conference room. Elections will be held on the new Board of Directors to serve the next two-year term, so attendance at this meeting is important.
Plan your New Year's Eve celebration in Downtown Muncie, starting at 10:30pm with a candle-light walk from the courthouse to South Walnut St. where there will be a ball drop at midnight. Read more...
Read More Downtown News at MuncieDowntown.com
NOVEMBER EVENTS
November 28-30th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents "A Time for Christmas," a Broadway-style musical with a heartwarming message. The show will be at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 E. Main St. in Downtown Muncie. Performance times are Thanksgiving weekend: Friday, Nov. 28th, and Saturday, Nov. 29th at 7:30 PM and Sunday, Nov. 30th at 2 PM.Read more...
November 29 - Minnetrista Minne-Trip: Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth, 12-5:30pm. Take a trip to DeBrand Fine Chocolates in Fort Wayne.Registration deadline: Friday, November 21.
NOVEMBER ONGOING
November 6-30 - Michael Hoots "Turning Wood Into Objects d'Arte" at Artworks, Opening Reception: November 6, 2008 - 5:30pm to 8:30pm.
Through November - The Artist Within will host an exhibit and sale of works by the members of local organization "Creative Artists." An artists reception will be held from 5-8 pm, Thursday, November 6, 2007.
Through November - Watercolors by Jim Faulkner will be exhibited at Gordy Fine Art and Framing during the month of November. A reception will be held during the First Thursday on November 6, 2008, from 5 to 8 PM. The public is invited to attend and light refreshments will be served.
Through Dec. 6 - Mischievous Elf Tuesdays 4-5pm at Muncie Ballet Studio. Jumping, turning, crouching,and creating a sprightly elf is the goal....Theatre movement class directed by Arttacgo Luckett - participants will have great fun creating movements using several different styles of dance. The final creation will be used in The Children's Nutcracker. Dance or stage experience is not required.Read more...
Through Dec. 6 - Sugar Plum Fairy Saturdays 9:30-10:30 Nov. 1 - Dec. 6th at Muncie Ballet Studio. Tip toes, turning, twirling and creating the sweetest fairy is the goal... Theatre movement class directed by Lisa Love - participants will create a sparkle and shine fairy character dance to be used in The Children's Nutcracker. Dance or stage experience is not required.
Through December 13 - Cornerstone Arts Program classes for youth and adults in numerous areas of the arts, including visual arts, dance and music. Register online at www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through January 4 - Snakes, Rattles and Holes at Minnetrista, a walk-through replica of a snake's skeleton that utilizes videos, artifacts, text panels and interactive elements to teach visitors about snakes of the Midwestern United States.
Through January 9 - Earthworks at Minnetrista. Native American cultures in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana and West Virginia constructed geometric and animal-shaped earth works that often rivaled Stonehenge in their astronomical accuracy. See virtual reconstructions of these works from 39 sites.
Every Monday - Jazz at the Fickle Peach features Charlie Owen on drums, Paul Rhine on double-bass and flute, and Phil Cooley on Piano. They perform every Monday night from 9 to 11.
DECEMBER EVENTS
December 4 - First Thursday / Holiday Kickoff in Downtown Muncie from 5 to 9pm. Our many art galleries launch their monthly exhibits on the first Thursday evenings of every month, with meet-the-artist receptions. December's First Thursday is Downtown's official kickoff celebration, with carolers and storefront window decorating contest.
December 4 - Dale Potts will give a short talk on the history of bubble lights at 7pm at Gallery 308 as part of the "The Art & Craft of Christmas" exhibit.
December 5 - December's Friends and Family Fun Night at the Muncie Children's Museum will be centered around Ball State University's Theatre Education Department's, Stone Soup Players! Come and enjoy a fun evening of activities and entertainment on Friday, December 5, 2008, from 3-7pm. Admission is free.
December 5 & 6 - Polar Express returns to Wysor Street Depot from 6 to 9pm on Friday and Saturday. Visit with Santa Claus and listen to readings of The Polar Express.
December 5 & 6 - Join Minnetrista for an annual holiday celebration - Enchanted Luminaria Walk at Minnetrista will take place December 5 & 6, from 6 -9 p.m. Visitors will enjoy luminaries, holiday decorations and music, carriage rides, free exhibits, and a live reindeer. Admission is free, so bring the whole family!
December 5-7th - Muncie Civic Teatre presents "The Sound of Music." Thursday through Saturday performances are at 7:30pm and the Sunday matinee is at 2:00pm. Call 288.PLAY for tickets or info.
December 10 - Gingerbread House Workshop at Minnetrista. Bring your imagination and we'll supply the gingerbread, decorations and instructions. You'll leave with a sweet creation that's sure to be a great centerpiece for your family holiday gatherings. Registration deadline: Wednesday, December 10.
December 11-13th - Muncie Civic Teatre presents "The Sound of Music." Thursday through Saturday performances are at 7:30pm and the Sunday matinee is at 2:00pm. Call 288.PLAY for tickets or info.
December 14 - Cornerstone Celebration. Join Cornerstone Center for the Arts on Sunday, December 14th from 2:00-5:00 pm to celebrate our successful fall session. All twelve week and six week classes will be spotlighted at this event.
December 15 - Winter Market at Minnetrista, 9 a.m. - noon. Shop for delicious local meats, cheeses, eggs, honey, winter produce, Christmas wreaths, coffee and more at the Winter Market at Minnetrista.
December 17 - Downtown Business Council meets at 3pm at the Star Press building conference room. Voting on the Board of Directors will take place, all members are strongly urged to attend this meeting.
December 19-20th - Muncie Civic Teatre presents "The Sound of Music." Thursday through Saturday performances are at 7:30pm and the Sunday matinee is at 2:00pm. Call 288.PLAY for tickets or info.
December 20 - Gingerbread House Workshops at Minnetrista, 10am-12pm and 1-3pm. Two great chances for your family to make a gingerbread house. Visit minnetrista.net for more info.
December 31 - New Year's Eve celebration in Downtown Muncie, starting at 10:30pm with a candle-light walk from the courthouse to South Walnut St. where there will be a ball drop at midnight.
DECEMBER ONGOING
Through Dec. 6 - Mischievous Elf Tuesdays 4-5pm at Muncie Ballet Studio. Jumping, turning, crouching,and creating a sprightly elf is the goal....Theatre movement class directed by Arttacgo Luckett - participants will have great fun creating movements using several different styles of dance. The final creation will be used in The Children's Nutcracker. Dance or stage experience is not required.
Through Dec. 6 - Sugar Plum Fairy Saturdays 9:30-10:30 Nov. 1 - Dec. 6th at Muncie Ballet Studio. Tip toes, turning, twirling and creating the sweetest fairy is the goal... Theatre movement class directed by Lisa Love - participants will create a sparkle and shine fairy character dance to be used in The Children's Nutcracker. Dance or stage experience is not required.
Through December 12 - "The Art & Craft of Christmas" at Gallery 308, a collection of holiday ornaments from ornament collectors Hal Caldwell, Dale Potts, Martin George and Joshua Burton. The public is welcome; admission is free.
Through December 13 - Cornerstone Arts Program classes for youth and adults in numerous areas of the arts, including visual arts, dance and music. Register online at www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through December - The Artist Within will exhibit "De la France et de l'Espagne" by Suzanne Marie Lambert during December. There will be an opening reception and live music by Bryce Taylor during First Thursday, Dec.4th from 5-9pm. The reception is free and the public is invited.
Through December - Cartoonist and illustrator Dan Wright will be the featured artist during December at Artworks. An opening reception will be held during First Thursday, Dec. 4, from 5 to 8pm.
Through December - Watercolorist Brian Gordy will exhibit Turtle Prints at Gordy Fine Art & Framing. An opening reception will be held during the monthly First Thursday event, from 5 to 9 PM. Refreshments will be served and public is invited to attend.
Through December - $1 off general admission at the Muncie Children's Museum when you bring a non-perishable food item for the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Central Indiana, throughout the entire month of December.
Through January 4 - Snakes, Rattles and Holes at Minnetrista, a walk-through replica of a snake's skeleton that utilizes videos, artifacts, text panels and interactive elements to teach visitors about snakes of the Midwestern United States.
Through January 9 - Earthworks at Minnetrista. Native American cultures in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana and West Virginia constructed geometric and animal-shaped earth works that often rivaled Stonehenge in their astronomical accuracy. See virtual reconstructions of these works from 39 sites.
Every Monday - Jazz at the Fickle Peach features Charlie Owen on drums, Paul Rhine on double-bass and flute, and Phil Cooley on Piano. They perform every Monday night from 9 to 11.
LOOKING AHEAD...
Through January 4 - Snakes, Rattles and Holes at Minnetrista, a walk-through replica of a snake's skeleton that utilizes videos, artifacts, text panels and interactive elements to teach visitors about snakes of the Midwestern United States.
Through January 9 - Earthworks at Minnetrista. Native American cultures in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana and West Virginia constructed geometric and animal-shaped earth works that often rivaled Stonehenge in their astronomical accuracy. See virtual reconstructions of these works from 39 sites.
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
Celebrate the arts in Downtown Muncie this First Thursday, December 4th, from 5 to 8pm. Our many art galleries launch their monthly exhibits on the first Thursday evenings of every month, with meet-the-artist receptions. December's First Thursday is Downtown's official kickoff celebration, with carolers and storefront window decorating contest. Read more...
The Downtown Business Council will meet a week earlier than our regular meeting time, which falls during the big holiday week. The meeting will be next week on Wednesday, December 17th at 3pm in the Star Press building conference room. Elections will be held on the new Board of Directors to serve the next two-year term, so attendance at this meeting is important.
Plan your New Year's Eve celebration in Downtown Muncie, starting at 10:30pm with a candle-light walk from the courthouse to South Walnut St. where there will be a ball drop at midnight. Read more...
Read More Downtown News at MuncieDowntown.com
NOVEMBER EVENTS
November 28-30th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents "A Time for Christmas," a Broadway-style musical with a heartwarming message. The show will be at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 E. Main St. in Downtown Muncie. Performance times are Thanksgiving weekend: Friday, Nov. 28th, and Saturday, Nov. 29th at 7:30 PM and Sunday, Nov. 30th at 2 PM.Read more...
November 29 - Minnetrista Minne-Trip: Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth, 12-5:30pm. Take a trip to DeBrand Fine Chocolates in Fort Wayne.Registration deadline: Friday, November 21.
NOVEMBER ONGOING
November 6-30 - Michael Hoots "Turning Wood Into Objects d'Arte" at Artworks, Opening Reception: November 6, 2008 - 5:30pm to 8:30pm.
Through November - The Artist Within will host an exhibit and sale of works by the members of local organization "Creative Artists." An artists reception will be held from 5-8 pm, Thursday, November 6, 2007.
Through November - Watercolors by Jim Faulkner will be exhibited at Gordy Fine Art and Framing during the month of November. A reception will be held during the First Thursday on November 6, 2008, from 5 to 8 PM. The public is invited to attend and light refreshments will be served.
Through Dec. 6 - Mischievous Elf Tuesdays 4-5pm at Muncie Ballet Studio. Jumping, turning, crouching,and creating a sprightly elf is the goal....Theatre movement class directed by Arttacgo Luckett - participants will have great fun creating movements using several different styles of dance. The final creation will be used in The Children's Nutcracker. Dance or stage experience is not required.Read more...
Through Dec. 6 - Sugar Plum Fairy Saturdays 9:30-10:30 Nov. 1 - Dec. 6th at Muncie Ballet Studio. Tip toes, turning, twirling and creating the sweetest fairy is the goal... Theatre movement class directed by Lisa Love - participants will create a sparkle and shine fairy character dance to be used in The Children's Nutcracker. Dance or stage experience is not required.
Through December 13 - Cornerstone Arts Program classes for youth and adults in numerous areas of the arts, including visual arts, dance and music. Register online at www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through January 4 - Snakes, Rattles and Holes at Minnetrista, a walk-through replica of a snake's skeleton that utilizes videos, artifacts, text panels and interactive elements to teach visitors about snakes of the Midwestern United States.
Through January 9 - Earthworks at Minnetrista. Native American cultures in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana and West Virginia constructed geometric and animal-shaped earth works that often rivaled Stonehenge in their astronomical accuracy. See virtual reconstructions of these works from 39 sites.
Every Monday - Jazz at the Fickle Peach features Charlie Owen on drums, Paul Rhine on double-bass and flute, and Phil Cooley on Piano. They perform every Monday night from 9 to 11.
DECEMBER EVENTS
December 4 - First Thursday / Holiday Kickoff in Downtown Muncie from 5 to 9pm. Our many art galleries launch their monthly exhibits on the first Thursday evenings of every month, with meet-the-artist receptions. December's First Thursday is Downtown's official kickoff celebration, with carolers and storefront window decorating contest.
December 4 - Dale Potts will give a short talk on the history of bubble lights at 7pm at Gallery 308 as part of the "The Art & Craft of Christmas" exhibit.
December 5 - December's Friends and Family Fun Night at the Muncie Children's Museum will be centered around Ball State University's Theatre Education Department's, Stone Soup Players! Come and enjoy a fun evening of activities and entertainment on Friday, December 5, 2008, from 3-7pm. Admission is free.
December 5 & 6 - Polar Express returns to Wysor Street Depot from 6 to 9pm on Friday and Saturday. Visit with Santa Claus and listen to readings of The Polar Express.
December 5 & 6 - Join Minnetrista for an annual holiday celebration - Enchanted Luminaria Walk at Minnetrista will take place December 5 & 6, from 6 -9 p.m. Visitors will enjoy luminaries, holiday decorations and music, carriage rides, free exhibits, and a live reindeer. Admission is free, so bring the whole family!
December 5-7th - Muncie Civic Teatre presents "The Sound of Music." Thursday through Saturday performances are at 7:30pm and the Sunday matinee is at 2:00pm. Call 288.PLAY for tickets or info.
December 10 - Gingerbread House Workshop at Minnetrista. Bring your imagination and we'll supply the gingerbread, decorations and instructions. You'll leave with a sweet creation that's sure to be a great centerpiece for your family holiday gatherings. Registration deadline: Wednesday, December 10.
December 11-13th - Muncie Civic Teatre presents "The Sound of Music." Thursday through Saturday performances are at 7:30pm and the Sunday matinee is at 2:00pm. Call 288.PLAY for tickets or info.
December 14 - Cornerstone Celebration. Join Cornerstone Center for the Arts on Sunday, December 14th from 2:00-5:00 pm to celebrate our successful fall session. All twelve week and six week classes will be spotlighted at this event.
December 15 - Winter Market at Minnetrista, 9 a.m. - noon. Shop for delicious local meats, cheeses, eggs, honey, winter produce, Christmas wreaths, coffee and more at the Winter Market at Minnetrista.
December 17 - Downtown Business Council meets at 3pm at the Star Press building conference room. Voting on the Board of Directors will take place, all members are strongly urged to attend this meeting.
December 19-20th - Muncie Civic Teatre presents "The Sound of Music." Thursday through Saturday performances are at 7:30pm and the Sunday matinee is at 2:00pm. Call 288.PLAY for tickets or info.
December 20 - Gingerbread House Workshops at Minnetrista, 10am-12pm and 1-3pm. Two great chances for your family to make a gingerbread house. Visit minnetrista.net for more info.
December 31 - New Year's Eve celebration in Downtown Muncie, starting at 10:30pm with a candle-light walk from the courthouse to South Walnut St. where there will be a ball drop at midnight.
DECEMBER ONGOING
Through Dec. 6 - Mischievous Elf Tuesdays 4-5pm at Muncie Ballet Studio. Jumping, turning, crouching,and creating a sprightly elf is the goal....Theatre movement class directed by Arttacgo Luckett - participants will have great fun creating movements using several different styles of dance. The final creation will be used in The Children's Nutcracker. Dance or stage experience is not required.
Through Dec. 6 - Sugar Plum Fairy Saturdays 9:30-10:30 Nov. 1 - Dec. 6th at Muncie Ballet Studio. Tip toes, turning, twirling and creating the sweetest fairy is the goal... Theatre movement class directed by Lisa Love - participants will create a sparkle and shine fairy character dance to be used in The Children's Nutcracker. Dance or stage experience is not required.
Through December 12 - "The Art & Craft of Christmas" at Gallery 308, a collection of holiday ornaments from ornament collectors Hal Caldwell, Dale Potts, Martin George and Joshua Burton. The public is welcome; admission is free.
Through December 13 - Cornerstone Arts Program classes for youth and adults in numerous areas of the arts, including visual arts, dance and music. Register online at www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through December - The Artist Within will exhibit "De la France et de l'Espagne" by Suzanne Marie Lambert during December. There will be an opening reception and live music by Bryce Taylor during First Thursday, Dec.4th from 5-9pm. The reception is free and the public is invited.
Through December - Cartoonist and illustrator Dan Wright will be the featured artist during December at Artworks. An opening reception will be held during First Thursday, Dec. 4, from 5 to 8pm.
Through December - Watercolorist Brian Gordy will exhibit Turtle Prints at Gordy Fine Art & Framing. An opening reception will be held during the monthly First Thursday event, from 5 to 9 PM. Refreshments will be served and public is invited to attend.
Through December - $1 off general admission at the Muncie Children's Museum when you bring a non-perishable food item for the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Central Indiana, throughout the entire month of December.
Through January 4 - Snakes, Rattles and Holes at Minnetrista, a walk-through replica of a snake's skeleton that utilizes videos, artifacts, text panels and interactive elements to teach visitors about snakes of the Midwestern United States.
Through January 9 - Earthworks at Minnetrista. Native American cultures in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana and West Virginia constructed geometric and animal-shaped earth works that often rivaled Stonehenge in their astronomical accuracy. See virtual reconstructions of these works from 39 sites.
Every Monday - Jazz at the Fickle Peach features Charlie Owen on drums, Paul Rhine on double-bass and flute, and Phil Cooley on Piano. They perform every Monday night from 9 to 11.
LOOKING AHEAD...
Through January 4 - Snakes, Rattles and Holes at Minnetrista, a walk-through replica of a snake's skeleton that utilizes videos, artifacts, text panels and interactive elements to teach visitors about snakes of the Midwestern United States.
Through January 9 - Earthworks at Minnetrista. Native American cultures in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana and West Virginia constructed geometric and animal-shaped earth works that often rivaled Stonehenge in their astronomical accuracy. See virtual reconstructions of these works from 39 sites.
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Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Muncie Children's Museum Collecting Non-Perishable Food for Second Harvest Food Bank
Help spread holiday cheer by bringing a non-perishable food item to the Muncie Children's Museum for the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Central Indiana, and receive $1 off general admission, per person, throughout the entire month of December.
The Muncie Children's Museum has teamed up with Second Harvest Food Bank of East Central Indiana to collect food items for people in and around East Central Indiana. To help, bring a non-perishable food item to the Museum, and receive $1 off general admission, per person, throughout the month of December. This offer is not valid with any other Muncie Children's Museum coupon. Non-perishable items such as canned meats, vegetables, fruit, peanut butter, cereal rice, chicken and tuna are preferred.
Second Harvest Food Bank relies on private and foundation support to fund our hunger-relief efforts in east central Indiana. Second Harvest provides emergency food to more than 7,900 people each week by collecting millions of dollars worth of food a year and distributing to families and individuals in need through emergency food pantries, shelters, and kitchens.
For more information on the Muncie Children's Museum's food drive for Second Harvest Food Bank, call (765) 286-1660 or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
The Muncie Children's Museum provides hands-on, educational and innovative learning. The Museum is located at 515 S. High St. Museum hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays and 1-5 p.m. Sundays. Admission is $6 a person ages 1-100.
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The Muncie Children's Museum has teamed up with Second Harvest Food Bank of East Central Indiana to collect food items for people in and around East Central Indiana. To help, bring a non-perishable food item to the Museum, and receive $1 off general admission, per person, throughout the month of December. This offer is not valid with any other Muncie Children's Museum coupon. Non-perishable items such as canned meats, vegetables, fruit, peanut butter, cereal rice, chicken and tuna are preferred.
Second Harvest Food Bank relies on private and foundation support to fund our hunger-relief efforts in east central Indiana. Second Harvest provides emergency food to more than 7,900 people each week by collecting millions of dollars worth of food a year and distributing to families and individuals in need through emergency food pantries, shelters, and kitchens.
For more information on the Muncie Children's Museum's food drive for Second Harvest Food Bank, call (765) 286-1660 or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
The Muncie Children's Museum provides hands-on, educational and innovative learning. The Museum is located at 515 S. High St. Museum hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays and 1-5 p.m. Sundays. Admission is $6 a person ages 1-100.
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Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Polar Express Returns to Wysor Street Depot
Mr. Blue, Wish the Fish and Kohl’s are proud to present a magical evening at the Historic Wysor Street Depot with Polar Express.
Santa and Mrs. Claus will make their way to the Historic Wysor Street Depot December 5th and December 6th from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Climb on to Santa’s lap and share your holiday wishes with him while Jack’s Camera shop captures the moment with a picture.
Listen to our special guest readers as they read the story of the Polar Express. Santa’s elves will make sure you take home a silver bell to remind you of your journey. Sip hot chocolate as you listen to carolers share the songs of the season.
You can also visit Ron Orebaugh’s Grand Grilling to Go. Ron will be set-up in the parking lot of the Depot. Pictures and food available at posted prices.
Luminaries and lights will decorate the grounds of the Depot as train whistles sound in the distance. Polar Express is a FREE event.
Special guest readers at the Depot for the evenings include:
Friday, December 5th
6:00 pm Jackie Siefker, Muncie Boys & Girls Club
6:30 pm Derrick Jamerson, Longfellow Elementary
7:00 pm Scott Blakely, Northview Elementary
7:30 pm Kathy Brinson, St. Lawrence Elementary
8:00 pm Gene Williams, The Star Press
8:30 pm Mary Dollison, Motivate our Minds
Saturday, December 6th
6:00 pm Lori Clementi, Wes-Del Elementary
6:30 pm Steve Brown, WERK Morning Show
7:00 pm Myra Schull, Royerton Elementary
7:30 pm Chris Conley, Albany Elementary
8:00 pm Roni Johnson, Community Foundation
8:30 pm Steve Stark, Elem. Education Major/BSU
MITS will provide free trolleys both nights between Polar Express, Minnetrista’s Luminaria, and Scheidler Apartments to make sure you don’t miss any of the attractions. Also visit the Muncie Children’s Museum free on Friday from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
For additional information, contact Angie Pool, Cardinal Greenway, at (765) 287-0399 or by email at angie@cardinalgreenways.org.
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Santa and Mrs. Claus will make their way to the Historic Wysor Street Depot December 5th and December 6th from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Climb on to Santa’s lap and share your holiday wishes with him while Jack’s Camera shop captures the moment with a picture.
Listen to our special guest readers as they read the story of the Polar Express. Santa’s elves will make sure you take home a silver bell to remind you of your journey. Sip hot chocolate as you listen to carolers share the songs of the season.
You can also visit Ron Orebaugh’s Grand Grilling to Go. Ron will be set-up in the parking lot of the Depot. Pictures and food available at posted prices.
Luminaries and lights will decorate the grounds of the Depot as train whistles sound in the distance. Polar Express is a FREE event.
Special guest readers at the Depot for the evenings include:
Friday, December 5th
6:00 pm Jackie Siefker, Muncie Boys & Girls Club
6:30 pm Derrick Jamerson, Longfellow Elementary
7:00 pm Scott Blakely, Northview Elementary
7:30 pm Kathy Brinson, St. Lawrence Elementary
8:00 pm Gene Williams, The Star Press
8:30 pm Mary Dollison, Motivate our Minds
Saturday, December 6th
6:00 pm Lori Clementi, Wes-Del Elementary
6:30 pm Steve Brown, WERK Morning Show
7:00 pm Myra Schull, Royerton Elementary
7:30 pm Chris Conley, Albany Elementary
8:00 pm Roni Johnson, Community Foundation
8:30 pm Steve Stark, Elem. Education Major/BSU
MITS will provide free trolleys both nights between Polar Express, Minnetrista’s Luminaria, and Scheidler Apartments to make sure you don’t miss any of the attractions. Also visit the Muncie Children’s Museum free on Friday from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
For additional information, contact Angie Pool, Cardinal Greenway, at (765) 287-0399 or by email at angie@cardinalgreenways.org.
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New Year's Eve Celebration Downtown
Downtown Development Partnership, MSD Recycling and Education Program and The PhyXTGears Robotics Team will host a Community New Year's Eve Celebration with a "Times Square" type ball drop and fireworks at midnight.
Festivities will begin December 31st at 10:30pm on the Delaware County Courthouse Square with a candlelight walk to the event area in the 400 block of Walnut St. Everyone is invited to bring a candle or flashlight and join us as we celebrate the strength of community in 2009.
The event will feature live music from Central High School Students: CHS Jazz followed by the party sounds of Doc Peterson, Dunn and Simmons. Warm tents, kid's activities, fire barrels, a new year wish tree, and projection of NYC's Time Square celebration will keep everyone entertained as we gear up for the big ball drop and fireworks at midnight! This is an alcohol free, family friendly event.
Our local "robotics team" PhyXTGears, composed of high school students from all schools in Muncie and Delaware have designed a New Year's Eve ball, to be lowered from a giant crane at midnight. Check this link for more info about the team and track their progress as they build the ball. http://muncierobots.iweb.bsu.edu/gallery/2009/NYE%20Ball%20Project%202008.htm l
Fireworks will be funded entirely through merchant and community sponsorship. The downtown merchants have contributed nearly half of the money needed for the fireworks display. A new website, designed and launched by Ty Morton, has been established to accept community contributions for the fireworks fund. If you would like to make a donation to this effort, please visit www.LightUpMuncie.org
The next year promises be full of new beginnings locally, regionally and nationally. We hope this Downtown celebration will give all of us a way to stand united in the heart of the city for a wonderful and productive New Year.
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Festivities will begin December 31st at 10:30pm on the Delaware County Courthouse Square with a candlelight walk to the event area in the 400 block of Walnut St. Everyone is invited to bring a candle or flashlight and join us as we celebrate the strength of community in 2009.
The event will feature live music from Central High School Students: CHS Jazz followed by the party sounds of Doc Peterson, Dunn and Simmons. Warm tents, kid's activities, fire barrels, a new year wish tree, and projection of NYC's Time Square celebration will keep everyone entertained as we gear up for the big ball drop and fireworks at midnight! This is an alcohol free, family friendly event.
Our local "robotics team" PhyXTGears, composed of high school students from all schools in Muncie and Delaware have designed a New Year's Eve ball, to be lowered from a giant crane at midnight. Check this link for more info about the team and track their progress as they build the ball. http://muncierobots.iweb.bsu.edu/gallery/2009/NYE%20Ball%20Project%202008.htm l
Fireworks will be funded entirely through merchant and community sponsorship. The downtown merchants have contributed nearly half of the money needed for the fireworks display. A new website, designed and launched by Ty Morton, has been established to accept community contributions for the fireworks fund. If you would like to make a donation to this effort, please visit www.LightUpMuncie.org
The next year promises be full of new beginnings locally, regionally and nationally. We hope this Downtown celebration will give all of us a way to stand united in the heart of the city for a wonderful and productive New Year.
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Monday, November 24, 2008
December's First Thursday is Downtown's Holiday Kickoff
Shop "locally" this holiday season. Our diverse neighborhood of independent store owners invites you to find something for everyone on your list in the heart of the city.
Downtown art galleries, retailers and restaurants invite you to kick off your holiday shopping season with "First Thursday" December 4th from 5pm-9pm. Trolley service will be available all evening long.
All Downtown galleries will feature a new exhibit and shopping opportunities.
Santa arrives at "Toys Forever Hobby and Models" at 5pm. Jacks Camera will provide a photo opportunity for your little ones with ole St. Nick. Christmas caroler and refreshments will abound!
Want to be a part of spreading holiday cheer as a caroler? Gather your friends, families and neighbors and join in the fun. No need to sign up...just come on out!
Need a unique gift item not to be found anywhere else? Check out our multiple art galleries and one of a kind gift shops.
Need the gift of a fabulous experience? Downtown businesses offer theater tickets, art, photo, dance and exercise classes, paint your own pottery, museum memberships, tickets for national musical acts...so many ways to give the gift of fun!
Need a little something for those who love to eat? Some of the finest dining experiences in Muncie are awaiting you Downtown.
Specialty experiences, gourmet and organic food items, fine kitchenware, toys, models, hobbies, bikes, glassware, art work, electronics, fine and faux jewelry, framing, skateboards, one of a kind clothing items and so much more can all be found in your Downtown!
Remember...If you are gonna DO IT...do it Downtown! See you there!
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Downtown art galleries, retailers and restaurants invite you to kick off your holiday shopping season with "First Thursday" December 4th from 5pm-9pm. Trolley service will be available all evening long.
All Downtown galleries will feature a new exhibit and shopping opportunities.
Santa arrives at "Toys Forever Hobby and Models" at 5pm. Jacks Camera will provide a photo opportunity for your little ones with ole St. Nick. Christmas caroler and refreshments will abound!
Want to be a part of spreading holiday cheer as a caroler? Gather your friends, families and neighbors and join in the fun. No need to sign up...just come on out!
Need a unique gift item not to be found anywhere else? Check out our multiple art galleries and one of a kind gift shops.
Need the gift of a fabulous experience? Downtown businesses offer theater tickets, art, photo, dance and exercise classes, paint your own pottery, museum memberships, tickets for national musical acts...so many ways to give the gift of fun!
Need a little something for those who love to eat? Some of the finest dining experiences in Muncie are awaiting you Downtown.
Specialty experiences, gourmet and organic food items, fine kitchenware, toys, models, hobbies, bikes, glassware, art work, electronics, fine and faux jewelry, framing, skateboards, one of a kind clothing items and so much more can all be found in your Downtown!
Remember...If you are gonna DO IT...do it Downtown! See you there!
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Sunday, November 23, 2008
The Sound of Music at Muncie Civic Theatre
Muncie Civic Teatre presents "The Sound of Music." Performances are December 5th-7th, 11th-13th, and 19th-20th. Thursday through Saturday performances are at 7:30pm and the Sunday matinee is at 2:00pm.
This classic story features music by Richard Rodgers and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II. It was the last musical ever written by Rogers & Hammerstein and is coming to Muncie Civic Theatre as a fantastic holiday theatre experience.
The Sound of Music is set in 1930's Austria, where a young woman named Maria is failing miserably in her attempts to become a nun. When the Navy captain Georg von Trapp writes to the convent asking for a governess that can handle his seven mischievous children, Maria is given the task. When Maria arrives, she is initially met with hostility and skepticism, but her kindness, understanding, and sense of fun soon draws the children to her and brings some much-needed joy into all their lives - including the Captain's.
Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for college students and younger. Call 288.PLAY to purchase your tickets or stop by the Box Office Tuesday-Friday from Noon-6:00pm at 216 E. Main Street in Muncie.
Go online to www.munciecivic.org for complete season information.
This classic story features music by Richard Rodgers and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II. It was the last musical ever written by Rogers & Hammerstein and is coming to Muncie Civic Theatre as a fantastic holiday theatre experience.
The Sound of Music is set in 1930's Austria, where a young woman named Maria is failing miserably in her attempts to become a nun. When the Navy captain Georg von Trapp writes to the convent asking for a governess that can handle his seven mischievous children, Maria is given the task. When Maria arrives, she is initially met with hostility and skepticism, but her kindness, understanding, and sense of fun soon draws the children to her and brings some much-needed joy into all their lives - including the Captain's.
Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for college students and younger. Call 288.PLAY to purchase your tickets or stop by the Box Office Tuesday-Friday from Noon-6:00pm at 216 E. Main Street in Muncie.
Go online to www.munciecivic.org for complete season information.
"The Art and Craft of Christmas" at Gallery 308
Looking for something truly unique to get you in the holiday spirit? How about taking a stroll down East Main Street in Muncie on First Thursday (December 4)? Stop in at Gallery 308 at 308 East Main at 7 p.m. for the opening of a new exhibition, "The Art & Craft of Christmas."Thanks to the generosity of ornament collectors Hal Caldwell, Dale Potts, Martin George and Joshua Burton, an amazing display of holiday ornaments will amaze you. "It is our Christmas card to the community," says Gallery Board president Martin George, whose contribution to the exhibit is a large tree covered by numerous blown-glass ornaments, mostly of German and Eastern European origin.
See 200 nutcrackers from Hal Caldwell's collection, along with a vintage silver tree from the Sixties, complete with a rotating color wheel, donated for the exhibit by another collector, Josh Burton. Dale Potts' collection of bubble lights dating from the Second World War is also on display.
At 7 p.m. in the Gallery's Founders Room, Potts will give a short talk on the history of bubble lights.
The exhibit continues through December 12. The public is welcome; admission is free.
Gallery 308 is a non-profit art gallery located at 308 East Main, Muncie. Donations to the Gallery are tax deductible. For information about volunteer opportunities and Gallery hours, call 765-289-8575.
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Friday, November 21, 2008
Enchanted Luminaria Walk at Minnetrista
Join Minnetrista for an annual holiday celebration - Enchanted Luminaria Walk at Minnetrista will take place December 5 & 6, from 6 -9 p.m. Admission is free, so bring the whole family!
Visitors will enjoy luminaries, holiday decorations and music, carriage rides, free exhibits, and a live reindeer! Be sure to check out a special performance of A Christmas Carol Unscripted, an improvised version of Charles Dickens' holiday classic, by Comedy Sportz from 7-8 p.m. There will also be holiday shopping at the Minnetrista shops featuring great gift ideas, works by local artists, specialty foods, educational toys and much more! Stop by the Orchard Shop to pre-order your gift baskets at 20% off.
Other activities will include dance groups from Premiere Dance Center, puppet shows, gingerbread cookie bars and much more!
Travel back in time at the Historic Wysor Street Depot when Santa comes to visit! Listen to guest readers as they share the Polar Express. MITS will be providing free trolleys between Polar Express, Minnetrista, and Ball State University.
For more information about Luminaria, call (765) 282-4848 or visit www.minnetrista.net.
Located along historic White River, Minnetrista includes 40 acres of beautiful gardens and grounds, a modern museum facility, an historic home, Nature Area, numerous sculptures, and a portion of the White River Greenway. Minnetrista serves East Central Indiana with dynamic community activities and exhibits that honor and reflect its natural and cultural heritage. For more information about Minnetrista, visit www.minnetrista.net.
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Visitors will enjoy luminaries, holiday decorations and music, carriage rides, free exhibits, and a live reindeer! Be sure to check out a special performance of A Christmas Carol Unscripted, an improvised version of Charles Dickens' holiday classic, by Comedy Sportz from 7-8 p.m. There will also be holiday shopping at the Minnetrista shops featuring great gift ideas, works by local artists, specialty foods, educational toys and much more! Stop by the Orchard Shop to pre-order your gift baskets at 20% off.
Other activities will include dance groups from Premiere Dance Center, puppet shows, gingerbread cookie bars and much more!
Travel back in time at the Historic Wysor Street Depot when Santa comes to visit! Listen to guest readers as they share the Polar Express. MITS will be providing free trolleys between Polar Express, Minnetrista, and Ball State University.
For more information about Luminaria, call (765) 282-4848 or visit www.minnetrista.net.
Located along historic White River, Minnetrista includes 40 acres of beautiful gardens and grounds, a modern museum facility, an historic home, Nature Area, numerous sculptures, and a portion of the White River Greenway. Minnetrista serves East Central Indiana with dynamic community activities and exhibits that honor and reflect its natural and cultural heritage. For more information about Minnetrista, visit www.minnetrista.net.
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Thursday, November 20, 2008
Turtle Prints on Exhbit at Gordy's Through January
Watercolorist Brian Gordy has been painting local turtles for several years. What began as a curiosity about the health of Delaware County rivers and wetlands turned into a large body of work documenting the various terrapin communities and their habits, interactions and even estimated ages. From the riverbanks, Gordy was able to determine that not only were the turtle populations healthy, but many of them had survived more turbulent times, as evidenced by their huge sizes. As an artist, he admired the flat and domed shells, the subtle skin colorations and the way light played off the various planes of the prehistoric-looking creatures' backs."Turtles hold my attention and are seductive subjects for watercolor paintings. Forced to sit quietly, least they scatter, I've been amazed to see the formations they create. I simply capture moments that have certain elements - a variety of textures, strong lights and darks, interesting foreground/background play and sometimes, a sense of humor, " offers the painter. "Recently I came upon a pair of stacked turtles. Unusual, because they were simply sunning themselves, and stayed stacked while I snapped image after image of them."
Recently recognized as an "Indiana Artisan," Gordy continues to paint the wet world of the turtle and has a new website in the works to share his paintings and giclees with patrons from outside his Muncie studio and combination gallery/frame shop. For local art and turtle appreciators, he will exhibit thirty five different scenes and groupings at Gordy Fine Art and Framing for the holiday season. An opening reception will be held during the monthly First Thursday event, from 5 to 9 PM. Refreshments will be served and public is invited to attend.
Gordy Fine Art and Framing Company is located at 224 East Main Street in downtown Muncie. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5:30 PM and Saturday, 9 to 3. The Turtle Exhibit will be held through January 31, 2009. For more information call 765-284-8422 or visit www.gordyframing.com.
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Weekly Downtown E-News 11-20-08
MuncieDowntown.com has a new mobile site... get the day's events, latest news and quick access to our downtown business directory. Go to funcie.mobi on your cell phone or mobile device, or text FUNCIE to 41411 to have a link sent to you.
6th Annual Wine Dinner and Art Auction at Vera Mae's, to benefit A.R.F. (Animal Rescue Fund) and Gallery 308. Five course wine dinner with scrumptious fare by Vera Mae'sRead More Downtown News at MuncieDowntown.com
NOVEMBER EVENTS
November 20 - Aerosol artist Will Britton will talk about his inspiration, motivation, and give a short demonstration about how he does what he does at Gallery 308, 7pm. The program is free, and light refreshments will be provided.
November 20-22nd - Muncie Civic's Main Steet Studio Theatre is proud to present Thornton Wilder's The Skin of Our Teeth. Performances are at 8:00pm for Thursday-Saturday performances and 2:00pm for the Sunday matinee. Call 288.PLAY for tickets.
November 21 - 6th Annual Wine Dinner and Art Auction at Vera Mae's, to benefit A.R.F. (Animal Rescue Fund) and Gallery 308. Two-week auction artwork preview exhibit begins during First Thursday, Nov. 6.
November 21 - Micah Dalton & Ellery at The Living Room, show starts at 8:30. www.thelivingroommuncie.com.
November 22 - Candy Cane Lane at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 1-3:30pm. Cost: Free and open to the public.Cornerstone will have crafts for the children to make, entertainment provided in our Theatre Room, and best of all, children can walk through Candy Cane Lane to get their picture taken with Santa and receive a gift courtesy of Advanced Dental Care, A Bright Smile Toy Drive.
November 22 - Gingerbread House Contest at Minnetrista, in the following categories: Amateur, Teen, Children, and Group. The winning entries will be displayed at Minnetrista November 28- December 7.
November 22 - The Artist Within turns four this month! To thank you for your support the past three years, stop by Saturday, November 22nd for refreshments and help us celebrate with a $4 Studio Fee, door prizes and specials all day!
November 22 - Jazz Alive at Vera Mae's Bistro, with Brent Gallaher, Art Gore, Frank Puzzullo and Joey Kelsey. Two shows at 7 and 8:30pm.
November 22 - Music Before the Feast at Centerstage, 8pm. featuring Deb Townsend, Doc Warner, Chet O'Keefe, The GOAT, Pray For Mojo. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Action for Animals.
November 22 - The Real Food, Real Indiana Expo will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 22, at Minnetrista, sponsored by Indiana Foodways Alliance. Taste, savor, and buy some of the best locally made Indiana food, including cheeses, salsas, honey, candy, baked goods, wines, beers, and much, much more. For more information, go to www.indianafoodways.com.
November 27 - Annual Turkey Trot, a non-competitive run and walk on the Cardinal Greenway Thanksgiving morning. The event offers a variety of distances, refreshments, and family time. Registration opens 7:30a.m., Walk/Run begins 8:00 a.m.
November 29 - Minnetrista Minne-Trip: Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth, 12-5:30pm. Take a trip to DeBrand Fine Chocolates in Fort Wayne.Registration deadline: Friday, November 21.
NOVEMBER ONGOING
November 6-21 - Gallery 308 Annual Wine Dinner & Art Auction Advance Preview - works for auction will be on display in the gallery from First Thursday, Nov. 6 through the Annual Wine Dinner & Art Auction event on November 21.
November 6-30 - Michael Hoots "Turning Wood Into Objects d'Arte" at Artworks, Opening Reception: November 6, 2008 - 5:30pm to 8:30pm.
Through November - The Artist Within will host an exhibit and sale of works by the members of local organization "Creative Artists." An artists reception will be held from 5-8 pm, Thursday, November 6, 2007.
Through November - Watercolors by Jim Faulkner will be exhibited at Gordy Fine Art and Framing during the month of November. A reception will be held during the First Thursday on November 6, 2008, from 5 to 8 PM. The public is invited to attend and light refreshments will be served.
Through Dec. 6 - Mischievous Elf Tuesdays 4-5pm at Muncie Ballet Studio. Jumping, turning, crouching,and creating a sprightly elf is the goal....Theatre movement class directed by Arttacgo Luckett - participants will have great fun creating movements using several different styles of dance. The final creation will be used in The Children's Nutcracker. Dance or stage experience is not required.
Through Dec. 6 - Sugar Plum Fairy Saturdays 9:30-10:30 Nov. 1 - Dec. 6th at Muncie Ballet Studio. Tip toes, turning, twirling and creating the sweetest fairy is the goal... Theatre movement class directed by Lisa Love - participants will create a sparkle and shine fairy character dance to be used in The Children's Nutcracker. Dance or stage experience is not required.
Through December 13 - Cornerstone Arts Program classes for youth and adults in numerous areas of the arts, including visual arts, dance and music. Register online at www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through January 4 - Snakes, Rattles and Holes at Minnetrista, a walk-through replica of a snake's skeleton that utilizes videos, artifacts, text panels and interactive elements to teach visitors about snakes of the Midwestern United States.
Through January 9 - Earthworks at Minnetrista. Native American cultures in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana and West Virginia constructed geometric and animal-shaped earth works that often rivaled Stonehenge in their astronomical accuracy. See virtual reconstructions of these works from 39 sites.
Every Monday - Jazz at the Fickle Peach features Charlie Owen on drums, Paul Rhine on double-bass and flute, and Phil Cooley on Piano. They perform every Monday night from 9 to 11.
DECEMBER EVENTS
December 10 - Gingerbread House Workshop at Minnetrista. Bring your imagination and we'll supply the gingerbread, decorations and instructions. You'll leave with a sweet creation that's sure to be a great centerpiece for your family holiday gatherings. Registration deadline: Wednesday, December 10.
December 14 - Cornerstone Celebration. Join Cornerstone Center for the Arts on Sunday, December 14th from 2:00-5:00 pm to celebrate our successful fall session. All twelve week and six week classes will be spotlighted at this event.
December 15 - Winter Market at Minnetrista, 9 a.m. - noon. Shop for delicious local meats, cheeses, eggs, honey, winter produce, Christmas wreaths, coffee and more at the Winter Market at Minnetrista.
December 17 - Downtown Business Council meets at 3pm at the Star Press building conference room. Voting on the Board of Directors will take place, all members are strongly urged to attend this meeting.
December 20 - Gingerbread House Workshops at Minnetrista, 10am-12pm and 1-3pm. Two great chances for your family to make a gingerbread house. Visit minnetrista.net for more info.
DECEMBER ONGOING
Through December - The Artist Within will exhibit "De la France et de l'Espagne" by Suzanne Marie Lambert during December. There will be an opening reception and live music by Bryce Taylor during First Thursday, Dec.4th from 5-9pm. The reception is free and the public is invited.
Through December - Cartoonist and illustrator Dan Wright will be the featured artist during December at Artworks. An opening reception will be held during First Thursday, Dec. 4, from 5 to 8pm.
Through Dec. 6 - Mischievous Elf Tuesdays 4-5pm at Muncie Ballet Studio. Jumping, turning, crouching,and creating a sprightly elf is the goal....Theatre movement class directed by Arttacgo Luckett - participants will have great fun creating movements using several different styles of dance. The final creation will be used in The Children's Nutcracker. Dance or stage experience is not required.
Through Dec. 6 - Sugar Plum Fairy Saturdays 9:30-10:30 Nov. 1 - Dec. 6th at Muncie Ballet Studio. Tip toes, turning, twirling and creating the sweetest fairy is the goal... Theatre movement class directed by Lisa Love - participants will create a sparkle and shine fairy character dance to be used in The Children's Nutcracker. Dance or stage experience is not required.
Through December 13 - Cornerstone Arts Program classes for youth and adults in numerous areas of the arts, including visual arts, dance and music. Register online at www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through January 4 - Snakes, Rattles and Holes at Minnetrista, a walk-through replica of a snake's skeleton that utilizes videos, artifacts, text panels and interactive elements to teach visitors about snakes of the Midwestern United States.
Through January 9 - Earthworks at Minnetrista. Native American cultures in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana and West Virginia constructed geometric and animal-shaped earth works that often rivaled Stonehenge in their astronomical accuracy. See virtual reconstructions of these works from 39 sites.
Every Monday - Jazz at the Fickle Peach features Charlie Owen on drums, Paul Rhine on double-bass and flute, and Phil Cooley on Piano. They perform every Monday night from 9 to 11.
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6th Annual Wine Dinner and Art Auction at Vera Mae's, to benefit A.R.F. (Animal Rescue Fund) and Gallery 308. Five course wine dinner with scrumptious fare by Vera Mae'sRead More Downtown News at MuncieDowntown.com
NOVEMBER EVENTS
November 20 - Aerosol artist Will Britton will talk about his inspiration, motivation, and give a short demonstration about how he does what he does at Gallery 308, 7pm. The program is free, and light refreshments will be provided.
November 20-22nd - Muncie Civic's Main Steet Studio Theatre is proud to present Thornton Wilder's The Skin of Our Teeth. Performances are at 8:00pm for Thursday-Saturday performances and 2:00pm for the Sunday matinee. Call 288.PLAY for tickets.
November 21 - 6th Annual Wine Dinner and Art Auction at Vera Mae's, to benefit A.R.F. (Animal Rescue Fund) and Gallery 308. Two-week auction artwork preview exhibit begins during First Thursday, Nov. 6.
November 21 - Micah Dalton & Ellery at The Living Room, show starts at 8:30. www.thelivingroommuncie.com.
November 22 - Candy Cane Lane at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 1-3:30pm. Cost: Free and open to the public.Cornerstone will have crafts for the children to make, entertainment provided in our Theatre Room, and best of all, children can walk through Candy Cane Lane to get their picture taken with Santa and receive a gift courtesy of Advanced Dental Care, A Bright Smile Toy Drive.
November 22 - Gingerbread House Contest at Minnetrista, in the following categories: Amateur, Teen, Children, and Group. The winning entries will be displayed at Minnetrista November 28- December 7.
November 22 - The Artist Within turns four this month! To thank you for your support the past three years, stop by Saturday, November 22nd for refreshments and help us celebrate with a $4 Studio Fee, door prizes and specials all day!
November 22 - Jazz Alive at Vera Mae's Bistro, with Brent Gallaher, Art Gore, Frank Puzzullo and Joey Kelsey. Two shows at 7 and 8:30pm.
November 22 - Music Before the Feast at Centerstage, 8pm. featuring Deb Townsend, Doc Warner, Chet O'Keefe, The GOAT, Pray For Mojo. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Action for Animals.
November 22 - The Real Food, Real Indiana Expo will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 22, at Minnetrista, sponsored by Indiana Foodways Alliance. Taste, savor, and buy some of the best locally made Indiana food, including cheeses, salsas, honey, candy, baked goods, wines, beers, and much, much more. For more information, go to www.indianafoodways.com.
November 27 - Annual Turkey Trot, a non-competitive run and walk on the Cardinal Greenway Thanksgiving morning. The event offers a variety of distances, refreshments, and family time. Registration opens 7:30a.m., Walk/Run begins 8:00 a.m.
November 29 - Minnetrista Minne-Trip: Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth, 12-5:30pm. Take a trip to DeBrand Fine Chocolates in Fort Wayne.Registration deadline: Friday, November 21.
NOVEMBER ONGOING
November 6-21 - Gallery 308 Annual Wine Dinner & Art Auction Advance Preview - works for auction will be on display in the gallery from First Thursday, Nov. 6 through the Annual Wine Dinner & Art Auction event on November 21.
November 6-30 - Michael Hoots "Turning Wood Into Objects d'Arte" at Artworks, Opening Reception: November 6, 2008 - 5:30pm to 8:30pm.
Through November - The Artist Within will host an exhibit and sale of works by the members of local organization "Creative Artists." An artists reception will be held from 5-8 pm, Thursday, November 6, 2007.
Through November - Watercolors by Jim Faulkner will be exhibited at Gordy Fine Art and Framing during the month of November. A reception will be held during the First Thursday on November 6, 2008, from 5 to 8 PM. The public is invited to attend and light refreshments will be served.
Through Dec. 6 - Mischievous Elf Tuesdays 4-5pm at Muncie Ballet Studio. Jumping, turning, crouching,and creating a sprightly elf is the goal....Theatre movement class directed by Arttacgo Luckett - participants will have great fun creating movements using several different styles of dance. The final creation will be used in The Children's Nutcracker. Dance or stage experience is not required.
Through Dec. 6 - Sugar Plum Fairy Saturdays 9:30-10:30 Nov. 1 - Dec. 6th at Muncie Ballet Studio. Tip toes, turning, twirling and creating the sweetest fairy is the goal... Theatre movement class directed by Lisa Love - participants will create a sparkle and shine fairy character dance to be used in The Children's Nutcracker. Dance or stage experience is not required.
Through December 13 - Cornerstone Arts Program classes for youth and adults in numerous areas of the arts, including visual arts, dance and music. Register online at www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through January 4 - Snakes, Rattles and Holes at Minnetrista, a walk-through replica of a snake's skeleton that utilizes videos, artifacts, text panels and interactive elements to teach visitors about snakes of the Midwestern United States.
Through January 9 - Earthworks at Minnetrista. Native American cultures in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana and West Virginia constructed geometric and animal-shaped earth works that often rivaled Stonehenge in their astronomical accuracy. See virtual reconstructions of these works from 39 sites.
Every Monday - Jazz at the Fickle Peach features Charlie Owen on drums, Paul Rhine on double-bass and flute, and Phil Cooley on Piano. They perform every Monday night from 9 to 11.
DECEMBER EVENTS
December 10 - Gingerbread House Workshop at Minnetrista. Bring your imagination and we'll supply the gingerbread, decorations and instructions. You'll leave with a sweet creation that's sure to be a great centerpiece for your family holiday gatherings. Registration deadline: Wednesday, December 10.
December 14 - Cornerstone Celebration. Join Cornerstone Center for the Arts on Sunday, December 14th from 2:00-5:00 pm to celebrate our successful fall session. All twelve week and six week classes will be spotlighted at this event.
December 15 - Winter Market at Minnetrista, 9 a.m. - noon. Shop for delicious local meats, cheeses, eggs, honey, winter produce, Christmas wreaths, coffee and more at the Winter Market at Minnetrista.
December 17 - Downtown Business Council meets at 3pm at the Star Press building conference room. Voting on the Board of Directors will take place, all members are strongly urged to attend this meeting.
December 20 - Gingerbread House Workshops at Minnetrista, 10am-12pm and 1-3pm. Two great chances for your family to make a gingerbread house. Visit minnetrista.net for more info.
DECEMBER ONGOING
Through December - The Artist Within will exhibit "De la France et de l'Espagne" by Suzanne Marie Lambert during December. There will be an opening reception and live music by Bryce Taylor during First Thursday, Dec.4th from 5-9pm. The reception is free and the public is invited.
Through December - Cartoonist and illustrator Dan Wright will be the featured artist during December at Artworks. An opening reception will be held during First Thursday, Dec. 4, from 5 to 8pm.
Through Dec. 6 - Mischievous Elf Tuesdays 4-5pm at Muncie Ballet Studio. Jumping, turning, crouching,and creating a sprightly elf is the goal....Theatre movement class directed by Arttacgo Luckett - participants will have great fun creating movements using several different styles of dance. The final creation will be used in The Children's Nutcracker. Dance or stage experience is not required.
Through Dec. 6 - Sugar Plum Fairy Saturdays 9:30-10:30 Nov. 1 - Dec. 6th at Muncie Ballet Studio. Tip toes, turning, twirling and creating the sweetest fairy is the goal... Theatre movement class directed by Lisa Love - participants will create a sparkle and shine fairy character dance to be used in The Children's Nutcracker. Dance or stage experience is not required.
Through December 13 - Cornerstone Arts Program classes for youth and adults in numerous areas of the arts, including visual arts, dance and music. Register online at www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through January 4 - Snakes, Rattles and Holes at Minnetrista, a walk-through replica of a snake's skeleton that utilizes videos, artifacts, text panels and interactive elements to teach visitors about snakes of the Midwestern United States.
Through January 9 - Earthworks at Minnetrista. Native American cultures in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana and West Virginia constructed geometric and animal-shaped earth works that often rivaled Stonehenge in their astronomical accuracy. See virtual reconstructions of these works from 39 sites.
Every Monday - Jazz at the Fickle Peach features Charlie Owen on drums, Paul Rhine on double-bass and flute, and Phil Cooley on Piano. They perform every Monday night from 9 to 11.
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"A Time for Christmas" at Muncie Civic Theatre
Muncie Civic Theatre presents "A Time for Christmas," a Broadway-style musical with a heartwarming message. The show will be at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 E. Main St. in Downtown Muncie. Performance times are Thanksgiving weekend: Friday, Nov. 28th, and Saturday, Nov. 29th at 7:30 PM and Sunday, Nov. 30th at 2 PM.
In the tradition of Dickens' A Christmas Carol, a modern day Scrooge-like work-a-holic, Bill, learns to open his heart to the season by being guided on a mystical journey to see how Christmases through history were celebrated.
The journey starts in Bethlehem, travels to a medieval castle, then to Puritan England, followed by a Victorian orphanage, and ending in a quick musical tour of Christmases through decades of the 20th century. Bill is then given the opportunity to make a difference in the life of a single mother and daughter who are spending their first Christmas alone and he must choose between his old self-centered ways and the risk of opening his heart to love.
A Time for Christmas features a cast of 50 people of all ages, including 20 children. There will be a live 13-piece orchestra and it's a great entertainment option for the whole family to enjoy.
Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students. Call 288-PLAY to purchase tickets or stop by the Box Office Tuesday-Friday from Noon-6:00pm. Seating is by general admission and tickets are going fast with one performance nearly sold out.
Directed by Laura Williamson and Musical Direction by Michael Williamson.
Go online to www.munciecivic.org for complete season information.
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In the tradition of Dickens' A Christmas Carol, a modern day Scrooge-like work-a-holic, Bill, learns to open his heart to the season by being guided on a mystical journey to see how Christmases through history were celebrated.
The journey starts in Bethlehem, travels to a medieval castle, then to Puritan England, followed by a Victorian orphanage, and ending in a quick musical tour of Christmases through decades of the 20th century. Bill is then given the opportunity to make a difference in the life of a single mother and daughter who are spending their first Christmas alone and he must choose between his old self-centered ways and the risk of opening his heart to love.
A Time for Christmas features a cast of 50 people of all ages, including 20 children. There will be a live 13-piece orchestra and it's a great entertainment option for the whole family to enjoy.
Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students. Call 288-PLAY to purchase tickets or stop by the Box Office Tuesday-Friday from Noon-6:00pm. Seating is by general admission and tickets are going fast with one performance nearly sold out.
Directed by Laura Williamson and Musical Direction by Michael Williamson.
Go online to www.munciecivic.org for complete season information.
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Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Suzanne Marie Lambert Exhibit "De la France et de l'Espagne" at The Artist Within
The Artist Within will feature an exhibit by Suzanne Marie Lambert titled "De la France et de l'Espagne" during December. There will be an opening reception during First Thursday, Dec.4th from 5-9pm. There will also be live music by Bryce Taylor. The reception is free and the public is invited.Suzanne Marie Lambert splits her time between Europe and the US. She works from her 2 studios, one located in Cincinnati where she resides with her son Watts Dietrich, the other in Southwestern France. She works with mixedmedia on canvas and paper. Her work is abstract and contemporary.
In the 1970's she studied ceramics and sculpture, metal crafting and welding. She is self taught in painting, drawing and photography. Lambert studied classical ballet at Jordan College of Music at Butler University 1972-1975. She attended Indiana University 1981-1984, studying modern dance, psychology, specializing in sports psychology.
In 2001 she was invited by Miami University of Oxford, Ohio to teach abstract painting as a guest session artist.
In 2002 she worked in the Motion Picture Film Industry on the Jim Amatulli film, ‘Artworks’. Lambert worked on location during the filming of the movie; along with some art consulting, her paintings were used as those of the lead character,Emma, played by Virginia Madsen.
Although her formal education is other than painting, sculpture, and photography, it is in these fields of art where her passion resides. With her love of photography, she built her own dark room when she was 18 years old. She began drawing and painting at the age of 3 and has continued to become a working artist.Lambert exhibits nationally and internationally. Her work is collected privately and corporately. She is available for commission work and for design consultation.
“My intention is to visually demonstrate thru color, tone, and composition the energy and underlying movement within All of life. Energy of life is evident to me; I wish to bring it to the attention of the viewer, to enhance perception, to lift the soul. I wish to express the beauty which I see and feel in this adventure we call ‘Life’. To move beyond limitation, expressing movement, to find a freedom beyond rational procedure… an execution of genuine activity.”
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Monday, November 17, 2008
Artworks to Spotlight Cartoonist and Illustrator Dan Wright
Cartoonist and illustrator Dan Wright will be the featured artist during December at Artworks. An opening reception will be held during First Thursday, Dec. 4, from 5 to 8pm.Dan Wright has been a working cartoonist and illustrator for over 400 years and attributes his great longevity to obscurity and a propensity for stretching the truth.
Dan was raised in Muncie and barely graduated from Muncie Southside High School where he was repeatedly sent to the dean for artistic differences. After serving three years in the U.S. Army, Dan attended the Herron School of Art and went on to become an award-winning graphic designer, illustrator and one of Muncie's three nationally syndicated cartoonists.
His strip "Wildwood", which he co-wrote with childhood friend and fellow Muncie native, Tom Spurgeon, ran in about 80 papers from 1998 through 2003.
For the past few years, in addition to co-writing and producing "Rustle the Leaf", an online, environmentally themed newspaper-style comic strip, Dan has studied storytelling and has finished the manuscript for his first children's picture book "Jaboo"
After a 23 year absence, Dan has moved back to Muncie because he likes how lived in the place looks.
At his Opening Reception on December 4, 2008 at ArtWorks Dan will read "Jaboo" in its entirety. Dan will also have many of his comic strips on exhibition in the gallery.
Artworks Gallery is a non-profit cooperative.
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Friday, November 14, 2008
Weekly Downtown E-News 11-13-08
Downtown Business Council will meet next Wednesday, November 19th. Please take note, this meeting is a week early, due to the Thanksgiving holiday. Nominations are being accepted for the Board of Directors, which has three openings for the next term. Names will be collected at next week's meeting, and voting will take place in December's meeting on Dec. 17th. Please take a few minutes to answer this 10-question survey about Downtown Muncie and the Business Council.
MuncieDowntown.com has a new website design, click here to see it. We've also launched a mobile version of the website. From your cell phone or mobile device, go to funcie.mobi to find business directory listings, downtown events, driving directions and more.
Belated thanks to Ball Bearings and its staff members Jenny Pyle, Kevin Mealy and Alivia Bryak, for their nice presentation about Downtown Muncie, spotlighting The Living Room, the Artist Within, and the Muncie Children's Museum. Click Here to see it.
Harvest Moon Film Festival: A Gathering of Films and Filmmakers Celebrating the Midwest starts this evening at 6pm with a Gala Dinner at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. Click here for details and the event schedule.
NOVEMBER EVENTS
November 13 - 15th - The second annual Harvest Moon Film Festival will take place November 13th -15th in downtown Muncie with film screenings, workshops and more.
November 13 - The Living Room will host an art show, featuring art from several Taylor University students. The show begins at 7pm. Free admission.
November 14 - Andy Davis, Dave Elwert and Seth Philpott at The Living Room, show starts at 8:30. www.thelivingroommuncie.com.
November 14 - Covert Operations at Doc's Music Hall. See www.docsmusichall.com for details.
November 14 - 16 - Muncie Civic's Main Steet Studio Theatre is proud to present Thornton Wilder's The Skin of Our Teeth. Performances are at 8:00pm for Thursday-Saturday performances and 2:00pm for the Sunday matinee. Call 288.PLAY for tickets.
November 15 - Cardinal Greenway's 15th Anniversary celebration continues with Write Your Own Story for a Healthier Life at 10:00 am. Lori Byers from Ball State Universityexplains how we have the power to improve our health based on the story and script we "write" for ourselves. Learn how to develop a pro-active plan for living a healthier life.
November 15 - Cyberchase(TM) Family Fun Day at Minnetrista, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Meet Harry from the PBS series, Cyberchase. Explore the exhibit. Put your math skills to the test to chase down the answers to some tricky mathematical mysteries. Price: FREE!
November 15 - Santa at Doc's Music Hall. See www.docsmusichall.com for details.
November 18 - "For Your Eyes Only" is the theme for the Muncie-Delaware County Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting at 5:30pm at the Horizon Convention Center. RSVP Deadline is November 14.
November 19 - PBS Program Club at Minnetrista, 4pm. Watch and discuss "Ride Along the Lincoln Highway." Price: FREE; but registration is requested.
November 20-22nd - Muncie Civic's Main Steet Studio Theatre is proud to present Thornton Wilder's The Skin of Our Teeth. Performances are at 8:00pm for Thursday-Saturday performances and 2:00pm for the Sunday matinee. Call 288.PLAY for tickets.
November 21 - 6th Annual Wine Dinner and Art Auction at Vera Mae's, to benefit A.R.F. (Animal Rescue Fund) and Gallery 308. Two-week auction artwork preview exhibit begins during First Thursday, Nov. 6. Read more...
November 21 - Micah Dalton & Ellery at The Living Room, show starts at 8:30. www.thelivingroommuncie.com.
November 22 - Candy Cane Lane at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 1-3:30pm. Cost: Free and open to the public.Cornerstone will have crafts for the children to make, entertainment provided in our Theatre Room, and best of all, children can walk through Candy Cane Lane to get their picture taken with Santa and receive a gift courtesy of Advanced Dental Care, A Bright Smile Toy Drive.
November 22 - Gingerbread House Contest at Minnetrista, in the following categories: Amateur, Teen, Children, and Group. The winning entries will be displayed at Minnetrista November 28- December 7.
November 22 - The Artist Within turns four this month! To thank you for your support the past three years, stop by Saturday, November 22nd for refreshments and help us celebrate with a $4 Studio Fee, door prizes and specials all day!
November 22 - Jazz Alive at Vera Mae's Bistro, with Brent Gallaher, Art gore, Frank Puzzullo and Joey Kelsey. Two shows at 7 and 8:30pm.
November 22 - Music Before the Feast at Centerstage, 8pm. featuring Deb Townsend, Doc Warner, Chet O'Keefe, The GOAT, Pray For Mojo. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Action for Animals.
November 27 - Annual Turkey Trot, a non-competitive run and walk on the Cardinal Greenway Thanksgiving morning. The event offers a variety of distances, refreshments, and family time. Registration opens 7:30a.m., Walk/Run begins 8:00 a.m.
November 29 - Minnetrista Minne-Trip: Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth, 12-5:30pm. Take a trip to DeBrand Fine Chocolates in Fort Wayne.Registration deadline: Friday, November 21.
NOVEMBER ONGOING
November 6-21 - Gallery 308 Annual Wine Dinner & Art Auction Advance Preview - works for auction will be on display in the gallery from First Thursday, Nov. 6 through the Annual Wine Dinner & Art Auction event on November 21.
November 6-30 - Michael Hoots "Turning Wood Into Objects d'Arte" at Artworks, Opening Reception: November 6, 2008 - 5:30pm to 8:30pm.
Through November - The Artist Within will host an exhibit and sale of works by the members of local organization "Creative Artists." An artists reception will be held from 5-8 pm, Thursday, November 6, 2007.
Through November - Watercolors by Jim Faulkner will be exhibited at Gordy Fine Art and Framing during the month of November. A reception will be held during the First Thursday on November 6, 2008, from 5 to 8 PM. The public is invited to attend and light refreshments will be served.
Through Dec. 6 - Mischievous Elf Tuesdays 4-5pm at Muncie Ballet Studio. Jumping, turning, crouching,and creating a sprightly elf is the goal....Theatre movement class directed by Arttacgo Luckett - participants will have great fun creating movements using several different styles of dance. The final creation will be used in The Children's Nutcracker. Dance or stage experience is not required.
Through Dec. 6 - Sugar Plum Fairy Saturdays 9:30-10:30 Nov. 1 - Dec. 6th at Muncie Ballet Studio. Tip toes, turning, twirling and creating the sweetest fairy is the goal... Theatre movement class directed by Lisa Love - participants will create a sparkle and shine fairy character dance to be used in The Children's Nutcracker. Dance or stage experience is not required.
Through December 13 - Cornerstone Arts Program classes for youth and adults in numerous areas of the arts, including visual arts, dance and music. Register online at www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through January 4 - Snakes, Rattles and Holes at Minnetrista, a walk-through replica of a snake's skeleton that utilizes videos, artifacts, text panels and interactive elements to teach visitors about snakes of the Midwestern United States.
Through January 9 - Earthworks at Minnetrista. Native American cultures in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana and West Virginia constructed geometric and animal-shaped earth works that often rivaled Stonehenge in their astronomical accuracy. See virtual reconstructions of these works from 39 sites.
Every Monday - Jazz at the Fickle Peach features Charlie Owen on drums, Paul Rhine on double-bass and flute, and Phil Cooley on Piano. They perform every Monday night from 9 to 11.
LOOKING AHEAD...
December 10 - Gingerbread House Workshop at Minnetrista. Bring your imagination and we'll supply the gingerbread, decorations and instructions. You'll leave with a sweet creation that's sure to be a great centerpiece for your family holiday gatherings. Registration deadline: Wednesday, December 10.
December 14 - Cornerstone Celebration. Join Cornerstone Center for the Arts on Sunday, December 14th from 2:00-5:00 pm to celebrate our successful fall session. All twelve week and six week classes will be spotlighted at this event.
Through December - The Artist Within will exhibit "De la France et de l'Espagne" by Suzanne Marie Lambert during December. There will be an opening reception and live music by Bryce Taylor during First Thursday, Dec.4th from 5-9pm. The reception is free and the public is invited.
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MuncieDowntown.com has a new website design, click here to see it. We've also launched a mobile version of the website. From your cell phone or mobile device, go to funcie.mobi to find business directory listings, downtown events, driving directions and more.
Belated thanks to Ball Bearings and its staff members Jenny Pyle, Kevin Mealy and Alivia Bryak, for their nice presentation about Downtown Muncie, spotlighting The Living Room, the Artist Within, and the Muncie Children's Museum. Click Here to see it.
Harvest Moon Film Festival: A Gathering of Films and Filmmakers Celebrating the Midwest starts this evening at 6pm with a Gala Dinner at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. Click here for details and the event schedule.
NOVEMBER EVENTS
November 13 - 15th - The second annual Harvest Moon Film Festival will take place November 13th -15th in downtown Muncie with film screenings, workshops and more.
November 13 - The Living Room will host an art show, featuring art from several Taylor University students. The show begins at 7pm. Free admission.
November 14 - Andy Davis, Dave Elwert and Seth Philpott at The Living Room, show starts at 8:30. www.thelivingroommuncie.com.
November 14 - Covert Operations at Doc's Music Hall. See www.docsmusichall.com for details.
November 14 - 16 - Muncie Civic's Main Steet Studio Theatre is proud to present Thornton Wilder's The Skin of Our Teeth. Performances are at 8:00pm for Thursday-Saturday performances and 2:00pm for the Sunday matinee. Call 288.PLAY for tickets.
November 15 - Cardinal Greenway's 15th Anniversary celebration continues with Write Your Own Story for a Healthier Life at 10:00 am. Lori Byers from Ball State Universityexplains how we have the power to improve our health based on the story and script we "write" for ourselves. Learn how to develop a pro-active plan for living a healthier life.
November 15 - Cyberchase(TM) Family Fun Day at Minnetrista, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Meet Harry from the PBS series, Cyberchase. Explore the exhibit. Put your math skills to the test to chase down the answers to some tricky mathematical mysteries. Price: FREE!
November 15 - Santa at Doc's Music Hall. See www.docsmusichall.com for details.
November 18 - "For Your Eyes Only" is the theme for the Muncie-Delaware County Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting at 5:30pm at the Horizon Convention Center. RSVP Deadline is November 14.
November 19 - PBS Program Club at Minnetrista, 4pm. Watch and discuss "Ride Along the Lincoln Highway." Price: FREE; but registration is requested.
November 20-22nd - Muncie Civic's Main Steet Studio Theatre is proud to present Thornton Wilder's The Skin of Our Teeth. Performances are at 8:00pm for Thursday-Saturday performances and 2:00pm for the Sunday matinee. Call 288.PLAY for tickets.
November 21 - 6th Annual Wine Dinner and Art Auction at Vera Mae's, to benefit A.R.F. (Animal Rescue Fund) and Gallery 308. Two-week auction artwork preview exhibit begins during First Thursday, Nov. 6. Read more...
November 21 - Micah Dalton & Ellery at The Living Room, show starts at 8:30. www.thelivingroommuncie.com.
November 22 - Candy Cane Lane at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 1-3:30pm. Cost: Free and open to the public.Cornerstone will have crafts for the children to make, entertainment provided in our Theatre Room, and best of all, children can walk through Candy Cane Lane to get their picture taken with Santa and receive a gift courtesy of Advanced Dental Care, A Bright Smile Toy Drive.
November 22 - Gingerbread House Contest at Minnetrista, in the following categories: Amateur, Teen, Children, and Group. The winning entries will be displayed at Minnetrista November 28- December 7.
November 22 - The Artist Within turns four this month! To thank you for your support the past three years, stop by Saturday, November 22nd for refreshments and help us celebrate with a $4 Studio Fee, door prizes and specials all day!
November 22 - Jazz Alive at Vera Mae's Bistro, with Brent Gallaher, Art gore, Frank Puzzullo and Joey Kelsey. Two shows at 7 and 8:30pm.
November 22 - Music Before the Feast at Centerstage, 8pm. featuring Deb Townsend, Doc Warner, Chet O'Keefe, The GOAT, Pray For Mojo. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Action for Animals.
November 27 - Annual Turkey Trot, a non-competitive run and walk on the Cardinal Greenway Thanksgiving morning. The event offers a variety of distances, refreshments, and family time. Registration opens 7:30a.m., Walk/Run begins 8:00 a.m.
November 29 - Minnetrista Minne-Trip: Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth, 12-5:30pm. Take a trip to DeBrand Fine Chocolates in Fort Wayne.Registration deadline: Friday, November 21.
NOVEMBER ONGOING
November 6-21 - Gallery 308 Annual Wine Dinner & Art Auction Advance Preview - works for auction will be on display in the gallery from First Thursday, Nov. 6 through the Annual Wine Dinner & Art Auction event on November 21.
November 6-30 - Michael Hoots "Turning Wood Into Objects d'Arte" at Artworks, Opening Reception: November 6, 2008 - 5:30pm to 8:30pm.
Through November - The Artist Within will host an exhibit and sale of works by the members of local organization "Creative Artists." An artists reception will be held from 5-8 pm, Thursday, November 6, 2007.
Through November - Watercolors by Jim Faulkner will be exhibited at Gordy Fine Art and Framing during the month of November. A reception will be held during the First Thursday on November 6, 2008, from 5 to 8 PM. The public is invited to attend and light refreshments will be served.
Through Dec. 6 - Mischievous Elf Tuesdays 4-5pm at Muncie Ballet Studio. Jumping, turning, crouching,and creating a sprightly elf is the goal....Theatre movement class directed by Arttacgo Luckett - participants will have great fun creating movements using several different styles of dance. The final creation will be used in The Children's Nutcracker. Dance or stage experience is not required.
Through Dec. 6 - Sugar Plum Fairy Saturdays 9:30-10:30 Nov. 1 - Dec. 6th at Muncie Ballet Studio. Tip toes, turning, twirling and creating the sweetest fairy is the goal... Theatre movement class directed by Lisa Love - participants will create a sparkle and shine fairy character dance to be used in The Children's Nutcracker. Dance or stage experience is not required.
Through December 13 - Cornerstone Arts Program classes for youth and adults in numerous areas of the arts, including visual arts, dance and music. Register online at www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through January 4 - Snakes, Rattles and Holes at Minnetrista, a walk-through replica of a snake's skeleton that utilizes videos, artifacts, text panels and interactive elements to teach visitors about snakes of the Midwestern United States.
Through January 9 - Earthworks at Minnetrista. Native American cultures in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana and West Virginia constructed geometric and animal-shaped earth works that often rivaled Stonehenge in their astronomical accuracy. See virtual reconstructions of these works from 39 sites.
Every Monday - Jazz at the Fickle Peach features Charlie Owen on drums, Paul Rhine on double-bass and flute, and Phil Cooley on Piano. They perform every Monday night from 9 to 11.
LOOKING AHEAD...
December 10 - Gingerbread House Workshop at Minnetrista. Bring your imagination and we'll supply the gingerbread, decorations and instructions. You'll leave with a sweet creation that's sure to be a great centerpiece for your family holiday gatherings. Registration deadline: Wednesday, December 10.
December 14 - Cornerstone Celebration. Join Cornerstone Center for the Arts on Sunday, December 14th from 2:00-5:00 pm to celebrate our successful fall session. All twelve week and six week classes will be spotlighted at this event.
Through December - The Artist Within will exhibit "De la France et de l'Espagne" by Suzanne Marie Lambert during December. There will be an opening reception and live music by Bryce Taylor during First Thursday, Dec.4th from 5-9pm. The reception is free and the public is invited.
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Thursday, November 13, 2008
Winter Market at Minnetrista
Winter Market at Minnetrista Sat. November 15 & Sat. December 15, 9 a.m. - noon
Shop for delicious local meats, cheeses, eggs, honey, winter produce, Christmas wreaths, coffee and more at the Winter Market at Minnetrista! While you're here, don't forget to stock up for the holidays at the Orchard Shop. We have quick and easy dips, cheese ball and dessert mixes, festive platters and serving dishes (great for hostess or holiday gift-giving), cider and mulling spices, and much more!
For more information on any of these events or Minnetrista, please visit www.minnetrista.net.
Located along historic White River, Minnetrista includes 40 acres of beautiful gardens and grounds, a modern museum facility, an historic home, Nature Area, numerous sculptures, and a portion of Cardinal Greenway. Minnetrista serves East Central Indiana with dynamic community activities and exhibits that honor and reflect its natural and cultural heritage. For more information about Minnetrista, visit www.minnetrista.net.
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Shop for delicious local meats, cheeses, eggs, honey, winter produce, Christmas wreaths, coffee and more at the Winter Market at Minnetrista! While you're here, don't forget to stock up for the holidays at the Orchard Shop. We have quick and easy dips, cheese ball and dessert mixes, festive platters and serving dishes (great for hostess or holiday gift-giving), cider and mulling spices, and much more!
For more information on any of these events or Minnetrista, please visit www.minnetrista.net.
Located along historic White River, Minnetrista includes 40 acres of beautiful gardens and grounds, a modern museum facility, an historic home, Nature Area, numerous sculptures, and a portion of Cardinal Greenway. Minnetrista serves East Central Indiana with dynamic community activities and exhibits that honor and reflect its natural and cultural heritage. For more information about Minnetrista, visit www.minnetrista.net.
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Important Muncie Downtown Business Council Announcements
IMPORTANT - The Downtown Business Council will meet a week earlier than our regular meeting time, which falls during the Thanksgiving holiday. The meeting will be next week on Wednesday, November 19th at 3pm in the Star Press building conference room.
Muncie Downtown Business Council has three positions opening up on its Board of Directors, and is taking nominations for the next two-year term. A slate of nominees will be presented at next Wednesday's meeting, and the floor will be open to anyone who wishes to nominate herself or himself at that time.
If you are interested in taking a leadership position in the organization, please be sure to attend the Nov. 19 meeting, or send an email with your full name, business / organization and contact information to info [at] munciedowntown.com.
As we ready ourselves for the next cycle of leadership, we ask that you take a few short minutes to answer this Muncie Downtown Business Council 2009 Vision Survey at the link below. If you are interested in serving on the Board of Directors, you will have the opportunity to indicate so in the survey.
Muncie Downtown Business Council 2009 Vision Survey
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=uUrELeYvq0NVsjB041DU4g_3d_3d
You do not have to be a member of Downtown Business Council to complete the survey. All opinions are highly valued.
The slate of nominees for the Board of Directors will be presented to the membership, and voted upon, during the December meeting. Both the November and December meetings are very important for members to attend. Only current members in good standing are eligible to vote.
IMPORTANT - please take note, the December meeting will also take place a week early, on Wednesday, December 17th, to accommodate for the holidays. The meeting will be at 3pm in the Star Press building conference room.
Per the Muncie Downtown Business Council by-laws, the newly elected Board of Directors will vote on the Officers, who will serve one year terms.
You don't have to be a DBC member to attend the meetings, but you do have to be a member to vote for leadership. We encourage everyone's active involvement in the organization, so membership is requested. Downtown Business Council is not limited to businesses and merchants. Residents, organizations and supporters of downtown in general are also welcomed to join DBC.
Downtown Business Council is an excellent opportunity to network with your downtown peers, keep informed of downtown happenings, and learn all about the Downtown Business Council and our continued efforts to market your business and our downtown neighborhood.
Please pass this message along to anyone who may be interested in having a voice in the Muncie Downtown Business Council.
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Muncie Downtown Business Council has three positions opening up on its Board of Directors, and is taking nominations for the next two-year term. A slate of nominees will be presented at next Wednesday's meeting, and the floor will be open to anyone who wishes to nominate herself or himself at that time.
If you are interested in taking a leadership position in the organization, please be sure to attend the Nov. 19 meeting, or send an email with your full name, business / organization and contact information to info [at] munciedowntown.com.
As we ready ourselves for the next cycle of leadership, we ask that you take a few short minutes to answer this Muncie Downtown Business Council 2009 Vision Survey at the link below. If you are interested in serving on the Board of Directors, you will have the opportunity to indicate so in the survey.
Muncie Downtown Business Council 2009 Vision Survey
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=uUrELeYvq0NVsjB041DU4g_3d_3d
You do not have to be a member of Downtown Business Council to complete the survey. All opinions are highly valued.
The slate of nominees for the Board of Directors will be presented to the membership, and voted upon, during the December meeting. Both the November and December meetings are very important for members to attend. Only current members in good standing are eligible to vote.
IMPORTANT - please take note, the December meeting will also take place a week early, on Wednesday, December 17th, to accommodate for the holidays. The meeting will be at 3pm in the Star Press building conference room.
Per the Muncie Downtown Business Council by-laws, the newly elected Board of Directors will vote on the Officers, who will serve one year terms.
You don't have to be a DBC member to attend the meetings, but you do have to be a member to vote for leadership. We encourage everyone's active involvement in the organization, so membership is requested. Downtown Business Council is not limited to businesses and merchants. Residents, organizations and supporters of downtown in general are also welcomed to join DBC.
Downtown Business Council is an excellent opportunity to network with your downtown peers, keep informed of downtown happenings, and learn all about the Downtown Business Council and our continued efforts to market your business and our downtown neighborhood.
Please pass this message along to anyone who may be interested in having a voice in the Muncie Downtown Business Council.
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Tuesday, November 11, 2008
The Skin of Our Teeth at Muncie Civic Theatre's Main Street Studio
Muncie Civic's Main Steet Studio Theatre is proud to present Thornton Wilder's The Skin of Our Teeth on November 14th-16th & 20th-22nd. Performances are at 8:00pm for Thursday-Saturday performances and 2:00pm for the Sunday matinee. Tickets are $10 regular admission and $5 for students. Call 288.PLAY for tickets.
Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and written by Thornton Wilder, The Skin of Our Teeth is the satiric story of the extraordinary Antrobus family. The main characters of the play are George and Maggie Antrobus (Greek for "human" or "person"), and their two children, Henry and Gladys.
The story features the most ancient of characters and is derived from Biblical and classical personalities such as Adam, Eve, Cain, and Homer with all of them being mixed in with a modern society twist. The Antrobus family must face the world-wide Ice Age, Noah's flood, war and rumors of war, book burnings, and more.
The Skin of Our Teeth presents a fun journey and presents a complicated spectacle of historical and literary classics and shows that human experience is much the same no matter the time or place.
Directed by Dick Willis.
Visit Civic Theatre online at www.munciecivic.org or call 288.PLAY for more information.
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Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and written by Thornton Wilder, The Skin of Our Teeth is the satiric story of the extraordinary Antrobus family. The main characters of the play are George and Maggie Antrobus (Greek for "human" or "person"), and their two children, Henry and Gladys.
The story features the most ancient of characters and is derived from Biblical and classical personalities such as Adam, Eve, Cain, and Homer with all of them being mixed in with a modern society twist. The Antrobus family must face the world-wide Ice Age, Noah's flood, war and rumors of war, book burnings, and more.
The Skin of Our Teeth presents a fun journey and presents a complicated spectacle of historical and literary classics and shows that human experience is much the same no matter the time or place.
Directed by Dick Willis.
Visit Civic Theatre online at www.munciecivic.org or call 288.PLAY for more information.
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Saturday, November 08, 2008
Downtown Farm Stand Newsletter
Downtown Farm Stand is taking pre-orders for fresh - not frozen - local sustainably produced free range pastured turkeys from Gunthorp Farms. We hope you can take advantage of the tremendous flavor difference that you'll find in a pastured bird for your Thanksgiving table.
The turkeys will be at the store on Saturday, November 22 and ready for pick-up. The birds will range in size between approximately 17 - 22 pounds. If weight is important, we will try to accommodate you, but it most likely won't be exactly the size you want. Theses are white "hybrid" type turkeys - not heritage breed - so these will have more breast meat like most people are used to.
I am offering these at a really good bargain price of $3.99 lb for a free range pastured local turkey. E-mail me your order with a phone number by November 15th.
An Award!
Sara and I are slated to receive the "Richard Greene Public Service Award", given for "active involvement in serving the public's environmental interests and concerns," from our local Robert Cooper Audubon Society on Monday night. This is a huge honor for us and we feel very humbled. It is certainly nice to be recognized by the community for hard work. I also feel very fortunate because I realize that each and every day there are good people in our society working hard to make a difference that go unnoticed, so we really appreciate being acknowledged!
There will be photos and a write-up on the Audubon Society website a week or so after the event. Special thanks go to Barb Stedman for nominating us!
Local Sustainable Produce
Lots of local sustainable chemical free produce stills dominates the stores produce shelves!
We have 4 kinds of garlic, fresh kale, sweet carrots, and brussel sprouts from the Certified Naturally Grown folks at Victory Acres near Upland, IN.
We have baby lettuce mix and excellent tomatoes from Wendy Carpenter of Christopher Farm near Modoc.
We have copious amounts of large candy onions from Gary Prater near Yorktown.
Really nice local produce list for November eh?
Gift Baskets
This is a special advance notice that we are going to be offering holiday gift basket deliveries this holiday season! Keep us in mind, you will have the option of customizing your basket or choosing from some pre-selected package deals.
Baskets will be sold with or without delivery. Gift baskets will have many different options from cheese and summer sausage, to coffee, chocolate, fruits, steaks, Traders Point yogurts, fruit butters, and just about anything that you could want.
More information on pricing and packages to come very soon!
The Downtown Farm Stand, "A Corner Grocery store with local, organic, and sustainable food" is located at 125 E Main St, Corner of Main and Mulberry Streets in Downtown Muncie.
Hours - Monday - Saturday - 10:00 am - 7:00 pm Open Sunday! 12 - 5 pm
765-288-3775 * www.downtownfarmstand.com, * dlring88 [at] sbcglobal.net
We have a lot of parking available right on Main street in front of our door, also in the two hour FREE city lot there is free parking right behind the building with access off of Jackson, and in the surrounding parking lots.
If you need help finding these areas, just ask! Many people find we are very convenient if you need to get in and out quickly and do not have time to walk through a big parking lot and wander through a huge store. You can always find a friendly face to ask for help!
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The turkeys will be at the store on Saturday, November 22 and ready for pick-up. The birds will range in size between approximately 17 - 22 pounds. If weight is important, we will try to accommodate you, but it most likely won't be exactly the size you want. Theses are white "hybrid" type turkeys - not heritage breed - so these will have more breast meat like most people are used to.
I am offering these at a really good bargain price of $3.99 lb for a free range pastured local turkey. E-mail me your order with a phone number by November 15th.
An Award!
Sara and I are slated to receive the "Richard Greene Public Service Award", given for "active involvement in serving the public's environmental interests and concerns," from our local Robert Cooper Audubon Society on Monday night. This is a huge honor for us and we feel very humbled. It is certainly nice to be recognized by the community for hard work. I also feel very fortunate because I realize that each and every day there are good people in our society working hard to make a difference that go unnoticed, so we really appreciate being acknowledged!
There will be photos and a write-up on the Audubon Society website a week or so after the event. Special thanks go to Barb Stedman for nominating us!
Local Sustainable Produce
Lots of local sustainable chemical free produce stills dominates the stores produce shelves!
We have 4 kinds of garlic, fresh kale, sweet carrots, and brussel sprouts from the Certified Naturally Grown folks at Victory Acres near Upland, IN.
We have baby lettuce mix and excellent tomatoes from Wendy Carpenter of Christopher Farm near Modoc.
We have copious amounts of large candy onions from Gary Prater near Yorktown.
Really nice local produce list for November eh?
Gift Baskets
This is a special advance notice that we are going to be offering holiday gift basket deliveries this holiday season! Keep us in mind, you will have the option of customizing your basket or choosing from some pre-selected package deals.
Baskets will be sold with or without delivery. Gift baskets will have many different options from cheese and summer sausage, to coffee, chocolate, fruits, steaks, Traders Point yogurts, fruit butters, and just about anything that you could want.
More information on pricing and packages to come very soon!
The Downtown Farm Stand, "A Corner Grocery store with local, organic, and sustainable food" is located at 125 E Main St, Corner of Main and Mulberry Streets in Downtown Muncie.
Hours - Monday - Saturday - 10:00 am - 7:00 pm Open Sunday! 12 - 5 pm
765-288-3775 * www.downtownfarmstand.com, * dlring88 [at] sbcglobal.net
We have a lot of parking available right on Main street in front of our door, also in the two hour FREE city lot there is free parking right behind the building with access off of Jackson, and in the surrounding parking lots.
If you need help finding these areas, just ask! Many people find we are very convenient if you need to get in and out quickly and do not have time to walk through a big parking lot and wander through a huge store. You can always find a friendly face to ask for help!
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Thursday, November 06, 2008
Weekly Downtown E-News 11-6-08
Celebrate the arts in Downtown Muncie this First Thursday, November 6th, from 5 to 8pm. Our many art galleries launch their monthly exhibits on the first Thursday evenings of every month, with meet-the-artist receptions.
Harvest Moon Film Festival: A Gathering of Films and Filmmakers Celebrating the Midwest is November 13-15th in downtown Muncie. The festival has numerous film screenings of the eleven independent films featured along with question and answer sessions and select films. There will also be an education seminar featuring professional television and film director Roger Young, and a gala dinner and awards ceremony.The festival will be opening on Thursday, November 13th with the Gala Dinner at 6:00pm at Cornerstone Center for the Arts.
The Muncie Downtown Business Council is accepting nominations for the Board of Directors for the next two-year term. If you are interested in taking a leadership position in the organization, please send an email with your full name and business or organization (if applicable) to info [at] munciedowntown.com. A slate of nominees will be presented at the next DBC meeting on November 19th. NOTICE - this meeting date is a week earlier than our regular meeting time, which falls during the Thanksgiving holiday. Voting will take place during the December meeting.
NOVEMBER EVENTS
November 8 - "Writing from Memory & Experience" - a fall writing workshop at Gallery 308, 1-5pm. with Sarah Chavez, instructor in English Composition aned Literature at BSU. Registration deadline is November 3.
November 8 - Show & Tell: Gingerbread Houses at Minnetrista, 1:30 - 3 p.m. ACF certified chefs Chef Heather Pier, CC and Chef Will Wolfe, CC from Ivy Tech Culinary Program will demonstrate gingerbread house construction and decoration. No registration is needed.
November 8 - Flavors of Fall at Minnetrista - Celebrate the harvest season with a three-course outdoor dinner from the American Culinary Federation prepared and served in the Orchard Courtyard from 6 to 8:30 p.m. For reservations, call (765) 213-3549.
November 8 - Max Music Wars finals at Center Stage. Doors open at 7pm. Proceeds go to Action For Animals.
November 8 - Ferguson will be headlining at The Living Room on November 8th. Opening for Ferguson is Harlequin. Doors open at 8pm and show starts at 8:30pm.
November 12 - Warm Glass Workshop: Mini-Serving Plate at Minnetrista, 5:30-8pm. Create a serving plate just in time for the holidays! Registration deadline: Monday, November 10.
November 13 - 15th - The second annual Harvest Moon Film Festival will take place November 13th -15th in downtown Muncie with film screenings, workshops and more.
November 13 - The Living Room will host an art show, featuring art from several Taylor University students. The show begins at 7pm. Free admission.
November 14 - Andy Davis & Dave Elwert at The Living Room, show starts at 8:30. www.thelivingroommuncie.com.
November 15 - Cardinal Greenway's 15th Anniversary celebration continues with Write Your Own Story for a Healthier Life at 10:00 am. Lori Byers from Ball State Universityexplains how we have the power to improve our health based on the story and script we "write" for ourselves. Learn how to develop a pro-active plan for living a healthier life.
November 15 - Cyberchase(TM) Family Fun Day at Minnetrista, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Meet Harry from the PBS series, Cyberchase. Explore the exhibit. Put your math skills to the test to chase down the answers to some tricky mathematical mysteries. Price: FREE!
November 19 - PBS Program Club at Minnetrista, 4pm. Watch and discuss "Ride Along the Lincoln Highway." Price: FREE; but registration is requested.
November 21 - 6th Annual Wine Dinner and Art Auction at Vera Mae's, to benefit A.R.F. (Animal Rescue Fund) and Gallery 308. Two-week auction artwork preview exhibit begins during First Thursday, Nov. 6.
November 21 - Micah Dalton & Ellery at The Living Room, show starts at 8:30. www.thelivingroommuncie.com.
November 22 - Candy Cane Lane at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 1-3:30pm. Cost: Free and open to the public.Cornerstone will have crafts for the children to make, entertainment provided in our Theatre Room, and best of all, children can walk through Candy Cane Lane to get their picture taken with Santa and receive a gift courtesy of Advanced Dental Care, A Bright Smile Toy Drive.
November 22 - The Artist Within turns four this month! To thank you for your support the past three years, stop by Saturday, November 22nd for refreshments and help us celebrate with a $4 Studio Fee, door prizes and specials all day!
November 22 - Gingerbread House Contest at Minnetrista, in the following categories: Amateur, Teen, Children, and Group. To enter visit, www.minnetrista.net or call (765) 282-4848. Entries will be judged on overall appearance, originality, construction and difficulty. Special awards will also be given to the overall "People's Choice." The winning entries will be displayed at Minnetrista November 28- December 7. Special thanks to Cassella's Kitchen for prizes.
November 27 - Annual Turkey Trot, a non-competitive run and walk on the Cardinal Greenway Thanksgiving morning. The event offers a variety of distances, refreshments, and family time. Registration opens 7:30a.m., Walk/Run begins 8:00 a.m.
November 29 - Minnetrista Minne-Trip: Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth, 12-5:30pm. Take a trip to DeBrand Fine Chocolates in Fort Wayne.Registration deadline: Friday, November 21.
NOVEMBER ONGOING
November 6-21 - Gallery 308 Annual Wine Dinner & Art Auction Advance Preview - works for auction will be on display in the gallery from First Thursday, Nov. 6 through the Annual Wine Dinner & Art Auction event on November 21.
November 6-30 - Michael Hoots "Turning Wood Into Objects d'Arte" at Artworks, Opening Reception: November 6, 2008 - 5:30pm to 8:30pm.
Through November - The Artist Within will host an exhibit and sale of works by the members of local organization "Creative Artists." An artists reception will be held from 5-8 pm, Thursday, November 6, 2007.
Through November - Watercolors by Jim Faulkner will be exhibited at Gordy Fine Art and Framing during the month of November. A reception will be held during the First Thursday on November 6, 2008, from 5 to 8 PM. The public is invited to attend and light refreshments will be served.
October 28 through Dec. 6 - Mischievous Elf Tuesdays 4-5pm at Muncie Ballet Studio. Jumping, turning, crouching,and creating a sprightly elf is the goal....Theatre movement class directed by Arttacgo Luckett - participants will have great fun creating movements using several different styles of dance. The final creation will be used in The Children's Nutcracker. Dance or stage experience is not required.
November 1 through Dec. 6 - Sugar Plum Fairy Saturdays 9:30-10:30 Nov. 1 - Dec. 6th at Muncie Ballet Studio. Tip toes, turning, twirling and creating the sweetest fairy is the goal... Theatre movement class directed by Lisa Love - participants will create a sparkle and shine fairy character dance to be used in The Children's Nutcracker. Dance or stage experience is not required.
Through December 13 - Cornerstone Arts Program classes for youth and adults in numerous areas of the arts, including visual arts, dance and music. Register online at www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through January 4 - Snakes, Rattles and Holes at Minnetrista, a walk-through replica of a snake's skeleton that utilizes videos, artifacts, text panels and interactive elements to teach visitors about snakes of the Midwestern United States.
Through January 9 - Earthworks at Minnetrista. Native American cultures in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana and West Virginia constructed geometric and animal-shaped earth works that often rivaled Stonehenge in their astronomical accuracy. See virtual reconstructions of these works from 39 sites.
Every Monday - Jazz at the Fickle Peach features Charlie Owen on drums, Paul Rhine on double-bass and flute, and Phil Cooley on Piano. They perform every Monday night from 9 to 11.
LOOKING AHEAD...
December 10 - Gingerbread House Workshop at Minnetrista. Bring your imagination and we'll supply the gingerbread, decorations and instructions. You'll leave with a sweet creation that's sure to be a great centerpiece for your family holiday gatherings. Registration deadline: Wednesday, December 10.
December 14 - Cornerstone Celebration. Join Cornerstone Center for the Arts on Sunday, December 14th from 2:00-5:00 pm to celebrate our successful fall session. All twelve week and six week classes will be spotlighted at this event.
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
Harvest Moon Film Festival: A Gathering of Films and Filmmakers Celebrating the Midwest is November 13-15th in downtown Muncie. The festival has numerous film screenings of the eleven independent films featured along with question and answer sessions and select films. There will also be an education seminar featuring professional television and film director Roger Young, and a gala dinner and awards ceremony.The festival will be opening on Thursday, November 13th with the Gala Dinner at 6:00pm at Cornerstone Center for the Arts.
The Muncie Downtown Business Council is accepting nominations for the Board of Directors for the next two-year term. If you are interested in taking a leadership position in the organization, please send an email with your full name and business or organization (if applicable) to info [at] munciedowntown.com. A slate of nominees will be presented at the next DBC meeting on November 19th. NOTICE - this meeting date is a week earlier than our regular meeting time, which falls during the Thanksgiving holiday. Voting will take place during the December meeting.
NOVEMBER EVENTS
November 8 - "Writing from Memory & Experience" - a fall writing workshop at Gallery 308, 1-5pm. with Sarah Chavez, instructor in English Composition aned Literature at BSU. Registration deadline is November 3.
November 8 - Show & Tell: Gingerbread Houses at Minnetrista, 1:30 - 3 p.m. ACF certified chefs Chef Heather Pier, CC and Chef Will Wolfe, CC from Ivy Tech Culinary Program will demonstrate gingerbread house construction and decoration. No registration is needed.
November 8 - Flavors of Fall at Minnetrista - Celebrate the harvest season with a three-course outdoor dinner from the American Culinary Federation prepared and served in the Orchard Courtyard from 6 to 8:30 p.m. For reservations, call (765) 213-3549.
November 8 - Max Music Wars finals at Center Stage. Doors open at 7pm. Proceeds go to Action For Animals.
November 8 - Ferguson will be headlining at The Living Room on November 8th. Opening for Ferguson is Harlequin. Doors open at 8pm and show starts at 8:30pm.
November 12 - Warm Glass Workshop: Mini-Serving Plate at Minnetrista, 5:30-8pm. Create a serving plate just in time for the holidays! Registration deadline: Monday, November 10.
November 13 - 15th - The second annual Harvest Moon Film Festival will take place November 13th -15th in downtown Muncie with film screenings, workshops and more.
November 13 - The Living Room will host an art show, featuring art from several Taylor University students. The show begins at 7pm. Free admission.
November 14 - Andy Davis & Dave Elwert at The Living Room, show starts at 8:30. www.thelivingroommuncie.com.
November 15 - Cardinal Greenway's 15th Anniversary celebration continues with Write Your Own Story for a Healthier Life at 10:00 am. Lori Byers from Ball State Universityexplains how we have the power to improve our health based on the story and script we "write" for ourselves. Learn how to develop a pro-active plan for living a healthier life.
November 15 - Cyberchase(TM) Family Fun Day at Minnetrista, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Meet Harry from the PBS series, Cyberchase. Explore the exhibit. Put your math skills to the test to chase down the answers to some tricky mathematical mysteries. Price: FREE!
November 19 - PBS Program Club at Minnetrista, 4pm. Watch and discuss "Ride Along the Lincoln Highway." Price: FREE; but registration is requested.
November 21 - 6th Annual Wine Dinner and Art Auction at Vera Mae's, to benefit A.R.F. (Animal Rescue Fund) and Gallery 308. Two-week auction artwork preview exhibit begins during First Thursday, Nov. 6.
November 21 - Micah Dalton & Ellery at The Living Room, show starts at 8:30. www.thelivingroommuncie.com.
November 22 - Candy Cane Lane at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 1-3:30pm. Cost: Free and open to the public.Cornerstone will have crafts for the children to make, entertainment provided in our Theatre Room, and best of all, children can walk through Candy Cane Lane to get their picture taken with Santa and receive a gift courtesy of Advanced Dental Care, A Bright Smile Toy Drive.
November 22 - The Artist Within turns four this month! To thank you for your support the past three years, stop by Saturday, November 22nd for refreshments and help us celebrate with a $4 Studio Fee, door prizes and specials all day!
November 22 - Gingerbread House Contest at Minnetrista, in the following categories: Amateur, Teen, Children, and Group. To enter visit, www.minnetrista.net or call (765) 282-4848. Entries will be judged on overall appearance, originality, construction and difficulty. Special awards will also be given to the overall "People's Choice." The winning entries will be displayed at Minnetrista November 28- December 7. Special thanks to Cassella's Kitchen for prizes.
November 27 - Annual Turkey Trot, a non-competitive run and walk on the Cardinal Greenway Thanksgiving morning. The event offers a variety of distances, refreshments, and family time. Registration opens 7:30a.m., Walk/Run begins 8:00 a.m.
November 29 - Minnetrista Minne-Trip: Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth, 12-5:30pm. Take a trip to DeBrand Fine Chocolates in Fort Wayne.Registration deadline: Friday, November 21.
NOVEMBER ONGOING
November 6-21 - Gallery 308 Annual Wine Dinner & Art Auction Advance Preview - works for auction will be on display in the gallery from First Thursday, Nov. 6 through the Annual Wine Dinner & Art Auction event on November 21.
November 6-30 - Michael Hoots "Turning Wood Into Objects d'Arte" at Artworks, Opening Reception: November 6, 2008 - 5:30pm to 8:30pm.
Through November - The Artist Within will host an exhibit and sale of works by the members of local organization "Creative Artists." An artists reception will be held from 5-8 pm, Thursday, November 6, 2007.
Through November - Watercolors by Jim Faulkner will be exhibited at Gordy Fine Art and Framing during the month of November. A reception will be held during the First Thursday on November 6, 2008, from 5 to 8 PM. The public is invited to attend and light refreshments will be served.
October 28 through Dec. 6 - Mischievous Elf Tuesdays 4-5pm at Muncie Ballet Studio. Jumping, turning, crouching,and creating a sprightly elf is the goal....Theatre movement class directed by Arttacgo Luckett - participants will have great fun creating movements using several different styles of dance. The final creation will be used in The Children's Nutcracker. Dance or stage experience is not required.
November 1 through Dec. 6 - Sugar Plum Fairy Saturdays 9:30-10:30 Nov. 1 - Dec. 6th at Muncie Ballet Studio. Tip toes, turning, twirling and creating the sweetest fairy is the goal... Theatre movement class directed by Lisa Love - participants will create a sparkle and shine fairy character dance to be used in The Children's Nutcracker. Dance or stage experience is not required.
Through December 13 - Cornerstone Arts Program classes for youth and adults in numerous areas of the arts, including visual arts, dance and music. Register online at www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through January 4 - Snakes, Rattles and Holes at Minnetrista, a walk-through replica of a snake's skeleton that utilizes videos, artifacts, text panels and interactive elements to teach visitors about snakes of the Midwestern United States.
Through January 9 - Earthworks at Minnetrista. Native American cultures in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana and West Virginia constructed geometric and animal-shaped earth works that often rivaled Stonehenge in their astronomical accuracy. See virtual reconstructions of these works from 39 sites.
Every Monday - Jazz at the Fickle Peach features Charlie Owen on drums, Paul Rhine on double-bass and flute, and Phil Cooley on Piano. They perform every Monday night from 9 to 11.
LOOKING AHEAD...
December 10 - Gingerbread House Workshop at Minnetrista. Bring your imagination and we'll supply the gingerbread, decorations and instructions. You'll leave with a sweet creation that's sure to be a great centerpiece for your family holiday gatherings. Registration deadline: Wednesday, December 10.
December 14 - Cornerstone Celebration. Join Cornerstone Center for the Arts on Sunday, December 14th from 2:00-5:00 pm to celebrate our successful fall session. All twelve week and six week classes will be spotlighted at this event.
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