Celebrate the arts in Downtown Muncie this First Thursday, April 3rd, from 5 to 8pm. Our many art galleries spotlight their exhibit openings on the first Thursday evenings of every month, with meet-the-artist receptions.
Some of the gallery events (in alphabetical order by gallery) at the next First Thursday:
The Artist Within ~ 313 S Walnut Street ~ 765-289-7895
"Wax and Water" will showcase the talents of several local artists during April at The Artist Within. This exhibit of experimental water colors and encaustics will occupy both the upstairs and main gallery space and is the collaborative effort of 21 artists, Marilyn Derwenskus and the Artist Within. The show runs April 1 through April 30 with an opening reception Thursday, April 3 from 5-8pm. Traditional water color techniques may be seen in the work of these advanced students, but it is the way that they push the boundaries that stands out and makes this such an exciting collection of work. The ages old medium of encaustic can trace its roots back to ancient Greece where it was used in decorative painting on mummy cases. Old techniques are approached in creative and innovative ways as these artists explore painting with wax. A demonstration of the process is planned for the opening night of the exhibit.
Artworks ~ 301 South Walnut Street ~ 765-288-2221
Artworks will exhibit "Totemic Spirit in Clay," a new exhibition by Judy Wojcik. An opening reception will be held during Firt Thursday, April 3, 5:30pm to 8:30pm.
Judy Wojcik received her MFA in Ceramics from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania and her BS in Art Education from Ball State University. She is completing a one-year position as Visiting Assistant Professor in Ceramics at Earlham College in Richmond, Indiana. He recent work continues to explore altered stoneware vessels, surfaces and high fire glazing techniques.
Ongoing Exhibits: Jeanette Gilbert, watercolors, Heidi Hale, jewelry, Judy Krieger Wand - jewelry/metalsmith
ArtWorks Gallery Mission : we are a non-profit cooperative artist gallery. Our mission is to serve the Muncie community and provide local artists a facility to exhibit their art and to provide educational opportunities and affordable art for our community.
Artworks is an artist owned and operated sales gallery, featuring original works for sale by outstanding Indiana artists. Regular gallery hours are from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm.
Gallery 308 ~ 308 E. Main Street ~ 765-289-8575
Gallery 308 welcomes Dan Burkholder's Photo Exhibit "The Color of Loss; An Intimate Portrait of New Orleans after Katrina" in April. Join us Thursday April 3 from 5-9 p.m. for his new exhibit and book signing. The show will run thru April 26th.
At 5pm at the Muncie Civic Theatre for a talk from Bill Gosnell, of the Delaware County Emergency Management Agency on disaster preparedness. We will also recognize volunteers who went to the Gulf Coast in the aftermath of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita.
Dan will discuss his images at 6 p.m., then return to Gallery 308 until 9 to answer questions. His book will be available for purchase and signing at this time.
The American Red Cross and other agencies with disaster preparedness information will have tables set up in the Founder's Gallery at G308. Admission is free.
Dan will also be hanging out at Jack's Camera on Friday April 4 and teaching workshops in the Founder's Gallery on April 5 &6. Contact Sherry Powell or Tom Nahre at Jack's Camera 765-282-0204 or Gallery 308 at 765-289-8575 for more information.
Gordy Fine Art & Framing ~ 224 E Main Street ~ 765-284-8422
Gordy Fine Art & Framing will present "The Frame Show: Framus Fantasticus" on display through April. The Frame Show opens during the monthly First Thursday art event on April 3rd from 5 to 8 PM. Peter Blume will offer remarks about the framing at 6:30 PM. Light refreshments will be served and the public is invited to attend.
The exhibit includes works by local artists to show historically-matched frames for each entry. Jim Faulkner's scene of a Federal style house will be displayed in a Federal-style frame. Alan Patrick's landscape will be shown in an American Impressionist-style frame. The other featured artists will include Shonet Lambert Martin, Robert Farlow, Charlene George, Margie Prim, David Slonim, Carol Strock Wasson and the framer, Brian Gordy.
The exhibit may be viewed until April 26th during normal business hours: Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5:30 PM, Saturday, 9 to 3, or by appointment. Gordy Fine Art and Framing is located at 224 East Main Street, next door to Civic Theatre. For more information call 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.
Other downtown Muncie businesses may have art exhibits or special events during First Thursdays include:
~ Cortex Hair Center, 112 W Jackson Street - 765-288-6685
~ David Dale Designs, Interior Designs & Fine Art Gallery, 421 S Walnut Street - 765-284-4987
~ FB Fogg, 418 E Main Street - 765-289-7464
~ Glitterati in the Rose Court on Charles Street
~ 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.
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Please help keep us informed of any upcoming events or exhibits in Downtown Muncie. Email details to info [at] munciedowntown.com.
Monday, March 31, 2008
Friday, March 28, 2008
Muncie Civic Theatre Public Meeting April 1st
Muncie Civic Theatre has been a cornerstone to Downtown Muncie for many, many years, and our community is in danger of losing this wonderful establishment. There will be a public meeting on April 1st at 7pm at the theatre, 216 E. Main Street.
Please read the following letter from its executive director, and do whatever you can to help out. All of downtown Muncie suffers with every business that closes, and we can't afford to lose our Civic Theatre. It is important that we all support our downtown entertainment venues, shops and restaurants, to the best of our abilities, so that we may all enjoy the benefits of a vital city center and continue our growth toward a better downtown.
-Ed.
Thanks for taking the time to read this email. I think it's important and when you're done reading I hope you'll think so too. No one can deny that the quality of programming that has happened at Muncie Civic Theatre (MCT) over the past 5 years has just gotten better and better. You, our volunteers, are 100% credited for that.
As a volunteer, you give of your self to a cause that is near to your heart. Performing and being a part of, not only the casts of shows, but also involved in the artistic production of our shows. We cannot function without your help. By sharing your many talents with the community you enrich the world we live in.
Many of you have made it very clear to our board of directors, and me personally, that it is very clear we are on the right path, here, artistically. We've heard high praise that in the past couple of years the quality of our shows continue to climb. We're proud of that. Our mission of producing family friendly shows for this community and the surrounding communities is obviously a well chosen path. Thank you for your continued support.
The organization now faces some hard decisions. Even though single ticket sales have increased over the past 3 years, we are now faced with closing our doors. Due to corporate sponsorship support decline over the past couple of years and an economy that doesn't support fundraising efforts as we had hoped, MCT will have to close and no longer be a part of this artistic community. The board of directors, and myself, believe that this will not happen with your help. We are now turning to you to help us save the theatre.
We have some great ideas on the table of how this can happen but we need your help to do them. We would also like to hear from you if you have some ideas of ways the theatre could raise some funds in a timely fashion.
There will be a public meeting on April 1st at 7pm at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 E. Main Street.
Thanks for you support,
Marty Grubbs- Executive Director
and the Staff at MCT
Please read the following letter from its executive director, and do whatever you can to help out. All of downtown Muncie suffers with every business that closes, and we can't afford to lose our Civic Theatre. It is important that we all support our downtown entertainment venues, shops and restaurants, to the best of our abilities, so that we may all enjoy the benefits of a vital city center and continue our growth toward a better downtown.
-Ed.
Thanks for taking the time to read this email. I think it's important and when you're done reading I hope you'll think so too. No one can deny that the quality of programming that has happened at Muncie Civic Theatre (MCT) over the past 5 years has just gotten better and better. You, our volunteers, are 100% credited for that.
As a volunteer, you give of your self to a cause that is near to your heart. Performing and being a part of, not only the casts of shows, but also involved in the artistic production of our shows. We cannot function without your help. By sharing your many talents with the community you enrich the world we live in.
Many of you have made it very clear to our board of directors, and me personally, that it is very clear we are on the right path, here, artistically. We've heard high praise that in the past couple of years the quality of our shows continue to climb. We're proud of that. Our mission of producing family friendly shows for this community and the surrounding communities is obviously a well chosen path. Thank you for your continued support.
The organization now faces some hard decisions. Even though single ticket sales have increased over the past 3 years, we are now faced with closing our doors. Due to corporate sponsorship support decline over the past couple of years and an economy that doesn't support fundraising efforts as we had hoped, MCT will have to close and no longer be a part of this artistic community. The board of directors, and myself, believe that this will not happen with your help. We are now turning to you to help us save the theatre.
We have some great ideas on the table of how this can happen but we need your help to do them. We would also like to hear from you if you have some ideas of ways the theatre could raise some funds in a timely fashion.
There will be a public meeting on April 1st at 7pm at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 E. Main Street.
Thanks for you support,
Marty Grubbs- Executive Director
and the Staff at MCT
Call for Entries in the Cornerstone Art Show
Cornerstone Center for the Arts is calling for submissions to enter work in the second annual Cornerstone Art Show which will be held on April 15th from 5-8:00pm. All artists ages kindergarten to adult can enter their two or three dimensional works. All are welcome to submit.
Categories (2D and 3D in each age group)
K-5th Grade
6th-8th Grade
9th-12th Grade
Adult
Prizes will be awarded in both 2D and 3D art forms in each age category. Submission rates are set for youth (K-12th Grade) at $3.00 per piece and the adult rate is $5.00 per piece. Artists can submit as many pieces as they choose.
There will also be four featured artists displaying their works and giving discussions about their creative process at the show. Area schools have been invited to submit as a class and to encourage students to attend the show for these educational discussions.
Submit your work to Cornerstone Center for the Arts at 520 E Main Street, Monday-Friday during the week of March 31 - April 4 from 1:00-6:00pm. Entry forms are available at Cornerstone Center for the Arts or online at www.cornerstonearts.org.
* What: Submission Week for the second annual Cornerstone Art Show
* When: Mon. - Friday, March 31 - April 4, 1:00-6:00pm each day
* Where: Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E. Main St. Muncie, IN 47305
* Who: Open to the public.
* Cost: $3 per youth entry and $5 per adult entry
Call Cornerstone Center for the Arts at 765.281.9503 or visit www.cornerstonearts.org for more information.
Categories (2D and 3D in each age group)
K-5th Grade
6th-8th Grade
9th-12th Grade
Adult
Prizes will be awarded in both 2D and 3D art forms in each age category. Submission rates are set for youth (K-12th Grade) at $3.00 per piece and the adult rate is $5.00 per piece. Artists can submit as many pieces as they choose.
There will also be four featured artists displaying their works and giving discussions about their creative process at the show. Area schools have been invited to submit as a class and to encourage students to attend the show for these educational discussions.
Submit your work to Cornerstone Center for the Arts at 520 E Main Street, Monday-Friday during the week of March 31 - April 4 from 1:00-6:00pm. Entry forms are available at Cornerstone Center for the Arts or online at www.cornerstonearts.org.
* What: Submission Week for the second annual Cornerstone Art Show
* When: Mon. - Friday, March 31 - April 4, 1:00-6:00pm each day
* Where: Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E. Main St. Muncie, IN 47305
* Who: Open to the public.
* Cost: $3 per youth entry and $5 per adult entry
Call Cornerstone Center for the Arts at 765.281.9503 or visit www.cornerstonearts.org for more information.
Thursday, March 27, 2008
MCM - Young at Art
April’s Friends and Family Fun Night at the Muncie Children’s Museum will be centered around our traveling exhibit, Chagall for Children! Come to the Museum Friday, April 4, 2008, from 3 - 7 p.m. Admission to the Museum is free.
The Ball State Art Club will be at the Museum that evening to help lead visitors through art-related games, story time and crafts. The Ball State Art Club will specifically be centering activities for the night around Chagall for Children.
2008 Friends and Family Fun Night are sponsored by The Ball Brothers Foundation.
For more information about Friends and Family Fun Nights, call (765) 286-1660 or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
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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.
The Ball State Art Club will be at the Museum that evening to help lead visitors through art-related games, story time and crafts. The Ball State Art Club will specifically be centering activities for the night around Chagall for Children.
2008 Friends and Family Fun Night are sponsored by The Ball Brothers Foundation.
For more information about Friends and Family Fun Nights, call (765) 286-1660 or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
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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.
Upcoming Events at The Living Room
Hey everyone! We've got two events at The Living Room this weekend. Friday night, The Better Take will be playing. Doors open at 8pm, show starts at 8:30pm. Tickets are only $3. Make sure to check out their myspace page at myspace.com/thebettertake.
Open Mic Night is Saturday night. If you've never played at The Living Room before, this is your opportunity. Doors open at 8pm, show starts at 8:30pm. Tickets are $3 (for everyone including performers). If you're planning on playing, please show up by 8:15, bring your instrument, and plan on playing 3-4 songs. If you have any questions, send an e-mail to me at betsy@thelivingroommuncie.com
Upcoming Shows
The Better Take - 03/28/08
The Better Take will be headlining at The Living Room on Friday, March 28th. Opener TBD. Doors open at 8pm, show starts at 8:30pm. Tickets are only $3!! Check out The Better Take's music at myspace.com/thebettertake
Open Mic Night - 03/29/08
If you're a singer/songwriter and want to play at The Living Room, this is your chance. All you need to do is show up that night with your instrument and we'll let you take the stage. Doors open at 8pm and the show starts at 8:30pm. Cost is $3 (even if you're playing). If you are planning on playing, please show up by 8:15. Make sure to bring your friends to cheer you on!!
Nathan Angelo & Tyler James - 04/04/08
Nathan Angelo and Tyler James will be co-headlining the show on April 4th. Tickets are $8 and the doors open at 8pm, show starts at 8:30pm. Tickets can be bought at shows at The Living Room held before April 4th (Feb. 22, 23, 29, March 21, 28, 29) Make sure to check out Nathan's music at myspace.com/nathanangelo and Tyler's music at myspace.com/tylerjames
More Upcoming Events online at www.thelivingroommuncie.com.
Open Mic Night is Saturday night. If you've never played at The Living Room before, this is your opportunity. Doors open at 8pm, show starts at 8:30pm. Tickets are $3 (for everyone including performers). If you're planning on playing, please show up by 8:15, bring your instrument, and plan on playing 3-4 songs. If you have any questions, send an e-mail to me at betsy@thelivingroommuncie.com
Upcoming Shows
The Better Take - 03/28/08
The Better Take will be headlining at The Living Room on Friday, March 28th. Opener TBD. Doors open at 8pm, show starts at 8:30pm. Tickets are only $3!! Check out The Better Take's music at myspace.com/thebettertake
Open Mic Night - 03/29/08
If you're a singer/songwriter and want to play at The Living Room, this is your chance. All you need to do is show up that night with your instrument and we'll let you take the stage. Doors open at 8pm and the show starts at 8:30pm. Cost is $3 (even if you're playing). If you are planning on playing, please show up by 8:15. Make sure to bring your friends to cheer you on!!
Nathan Angelo & Tyler James - 04/04/08
Nathan Angelo and Tyler James will be co-headlining the show on April 4th. Tickets are $8 and the doors open at 8pm, show starts at 8:30pm. Tickets can be bought at shows at The Living Room held before April 4th (Feb. 22, 23, 29, March 21, 28, 29) Make sure to check out Nathan's music at myspace.com/nathanangelo and Tyler's music at myspace.com/tylerjames
More Upcoming Events online at www.thelivingroommuncie.com.
Weekly Downtown E-News 3/27/08
Downtown Announcements: Cornerstone Center for the Arts is calling for submissions for the second annual Cornerstone Art Show on April 15th. Entries will be accepted at Cornerstone during the week of March 31 - April 4. Read more...
A Taste of Muncie will be held at Cornerstone Center for the Arts on April 20th. Read more...
Spring Zing returns for a second year to Downtown Muncie on April 26th. Volunteers are needed to help with setup, working gates, and cleanup. Call Cheryl Crowder at 282-7897.
MARCH EVENTS :
27th - Gallery 308's Living Art Series welcomes ceramist Kimberly Anderson, who will present a free slide presentation featuring her work at 7 p.m. on Thursday March 27.
28th - Community Center for Vital Aging: Craft Seminar 10-12:00pm
28th - Muncie Children's Museum Free Family Saturday 10am-5pm
28th - Brown Bag Lunch lecture series at BSU Center for Media Design at Mitchell Place Gallery, 301 S. Walnut St. This month's lecture features Trina Cooper (USA | 3D Animation/Media Artist, Assistant Professor at Ball State University) .
28th & 29th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Anne of Green Gables, March 28, 29 and April 10, 11, 18 & 19at 7:30pm as well as April 6 at 2:00pm. All performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. Tickets are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office.
28th - Center Stage presents Red Horse w/ Devil to Pay, Lo-Pan, and Cocaine Wolves Doors open @ 8pm.
29th - Morton's Pub & Grub features acoustic music from Daniel Seymour Saturday Mar 29, 2008 at 8:00 PM.
29th - Jake Hendershot will perform at White River Landing on Saturday March 29th @ 9:00pm. As usual, the show is all ages and FREE!
29th - Doc's Music Hall features Losing September and Boho Paisley, 8pm.
31st - Community Center for Vital Aging: The Art of Writing: Memories to be remembered and recorded 6:30-8:00pm
MARCH ONGOING :
Through March - Tthe Artist Within will feature paintings by Lynnsy Terrill from March 4-29, 2008. An opening reception, which is free and open to the public, will be from 5-8pm on Thursday, March 6.
Through March -Artworks will exhibit "Passion and Sensitivity" featuring paintings by Sandy Day. An opening reception will be held during First Thursday, March 6, 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Through March - Gordy Fine Art and Framing will exhibit paintings by Robert Farlow. The artist will be on hand for a reception during the First Thursday event, from 5 to 8 PM on March 6th. Light refreshments will be served and the public is invited to attend.
Through March - Gallery 308 will exhibit "Ben Bates and Ted Neal: New Ceramics Work." The opening reception for the pair's new exhibit is First Thursday, March 6 at 308 East Main in downtown Muncie. Admission is free; refreshments will be served.
Through March 30 - 18th Minnetrista Annual Juried Art Show & Sale. The visual arts are alive and flourishing in East Central Indiana. Artists from across East Central Indiana will participate in the 18th Minnetrista Annual Juried Art Show & Sale. The exhibit will be open to the public February 16 - March 30, 2008 at Minnetrista.
Through Apr. 24th Cornerstone for the Arts winter classes. Call for more info about classes at 281-9503 or visit www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through April 27th - "Grossology: The (Impolite) Science of the Human Body" exhibit at Minnetrista. For more information, call (765) 282-4848, visit www.minnetrista.net, or visit the Grossology tour Web site at www.grossologytour.com.
Through May 2 - Muncie Children's Museum presents Chagall for Children, a one-of-a-kind traveling exhibit. Admission is included with regular admission to the Museum. For more information on Chagall for Children, call (765) 286-1660 or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com
APRIL EVENTS :
3rd - First Thursday Downtown, 5-8pm, featuring art gallery openings and meet-the-artist receptions.
3rd - Bill Goshnell, Delaware County Emergency Management Agency director will discuss disaster preparedness at 5pm at Muncie Civic Theatre. At 6pm Dan Burkholder famed photographer will be speaking.
3rd - Peter Blume will offer remarks about framing at 6:30 PM at Gordy Fine Art & Framing, at the opening of "The Frame Show" exhibit.
3rd - Groove-A-Tron at Doc's Music Hall, doors open 8pm.
4-5th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Godspell at 7:30pm. All performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. Tickets are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office.
4th - Mike Milligan and Steamshovel w/The TomKats will perform at Center Stage. Doors open @ 8pm.
4th - Walden's Song at Morton's Pub & Grub, 8:00 pm
4th - Cory Hill Band at Doc's Music Hall, 10:30pm.
4th - Muncie Children's Museum--Friends and Family Fun Night, free adm. 3-7pm. The Ball State Art Club will be leading visitors through fun-filled games, crafts and story time!
4th - Jack's Camera Shop: famed photographer Dan Burkholder will be hanging out.
6th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Anne of Green Gables at 2:00pm. All performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. Tickets are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office.
5th - Mars or the Moon at Morton's Pub & Grub, 9:00 pm
5-6th - Jack's Camera Shop: famed photographer will be teaching workshops call 282-0204 for details.
7th - Community Center for Vital Aging: Taste of Appachia 6:30-8pm call 289-4541
10 & 11th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Anne of Green Gables at 7:30pm. All performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. Tickets are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office.
11th - Doc's Music Hall presents Everthus the Deadbeats, Arrah and the Ferns, Everything Now! at 10pm.
12th- Muncie Civic Theatre presents Godspell at 7:30pm. All performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. Tickets are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office.
14th - Comedy Night at The Heorot featuring MATT STANTON w/ PHIL KIJAK and RYAN EHRESMAN, 9pm.
15th - Second annual Cornerstone Art Show, from 5-8:00pm. Featuring two and three dimensional works from artists aged kindergarten to adult.
15th - Community Center for Vital Aging: The Art of Writing: Memories to be remembered and recorded 6:30-8:00pm
16th - Administrative Professionals Day at the Horizon Convention Center. Reservation deadline is April 11. Call Brenda Brumfield 765-751-9151, or email bbrumfield@muncie.com.
17th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Godspell at 7:30pm. All performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. Tickets are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office.
18th & 19th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Anne of Green Gables at 7:30pm. All performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. Tickets are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office.
18th - Caddle w/ The TomKats will perform at Center Stage. Doors open @ 8pm.
19th - Muncie Ballet presents the Mad Hatter Team at 10am and 3pm. Reservations are required, for more details call 282-1480 or www.MuncieBallet..org
20th - Cornerstone for the Arts announces 2008 A Taste of Muncie, over 22 local restaurants will be participating this year.
24th - Customer Service Excellence Workshop, 8 - 11:30a.m. at the Horizon Center. Sponsored by the Muncie-Delaware County Chamber of Commerce, Joe Constance, President of Constant Training, will facilitate the program. Email bbrumfield@muncie.com for info.
25th - Muncie Ballet presents Alice in Wonderland 7pm held at the Cornerstone for the Arts. for more details call 282-1480 or www.MuncieBallet..org
26th - The Muncie YWCA, Weed & Seed, Del. Co. Coordinaing Council for the Prevention of Substance Abuse, United Way of Delaware County, Parents Encouraging Parents and Fight Against Drugs and Violence will celebrate SPIRIT DAY and the public is invited. The YWCA will host speakers and resouce providers in the morning. Free "toolbox" kits with information for parents will be offered. Then at 1 pm join us in Heekin Park for an outdoor festival with games, face-painting, and an outdoor cookout. Singers, dancers and a Youth Idol Karaoke Contest will also be part of the fun. Festivities will continue until 5 pm. For more information contact the YWCA.
26th - Muncie Ballet presents Alice in Wonderland 4pm held at the Cornerstone for the Arts for more details call 282-1480 or www.MuncieBallet..org
26th - Muncie Children's Museum--Free Family Saturday from 10am-5pm
APRIL ONGOING :
Through April 26th - Gallery 308 welcomes Dan Burkholder's Photo Exhibit "The Color of Loss; An Intimate Portrait of New Orleans after Katrina" in April. Join us Thursday April 3 from 5-9 p.m. for his new exhibit and book signing. The show will run thru April 26th.
Through April 26th - Gordy Fine Art & Framing will present "The Frame Show: Framus Fantasticus" on display through April. The Frame Show opens during the monthly First Thursday art event on April 3rd from 5 to 8 PM. Peter Blume will offer remarks about the framing at 6:30 PM. Light refreshments will be served and the public is invited to attend.
Through April 27th - "Grossology: The (Impolite) Science of the Human Body" exhibit at Minnetrista. For more information, call (765) 282-4848, visit www.minnetrista.net, or visit the Grossology tour Web site at www.grossologytour.com.
Through April 30th - "Wax and Water" will showcase the talents of several local artists during April at The Artist Within April 1 through April 30, with an opening reception Thursday, April 3 from 5-8pm.
Through April 30th - Artworks will exhibit "Totemic Spirit in Clay," a new exhibition by Judy Wojcik. An opening reception will be held during First Thursday, April 3, 5:30pm to 8:30pm.
Through May 2 - Muncie Children's Museum presents Chagall for Children, a one-of-a-kind traveling exhibit. Admission is included with regular admission to the Museum. For more information on Chagall for Children, call (765) 286-1660 or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com
A Taste of Muncie will be held at Cornerstone Center for the Arts on April 20th. Read more...
Spring Zing returns for a second year to Downtown Muncie on April 26th. Volunteers are needed to help with setup, working gates, and cleanup. Call Cheryl Crowder at 282-7897.
MARCH EVENTS :
27th - Gallery 308's Living Art Series welcomes ceramist Kimberly Anderson, who will present a free slide presentation featuring her work at 7 p.m. on Thursday March 27.
28th - Community Center for Vital Aging: Craft Seminar 10-12:00pm
28th - Muncie Children's Museum Free Family Saturday 10am-5pm
28th - Brown Bag Lunch lecture series at BSU Center for Media Design at Mitchell Place Gallery, 301 S. Walnut St. This month's lecture features Trina Cooper (USA | 3D Animation/Media Artist, Assistant Professor at Ball State University) .
28th & 29th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Anne of Green Gables, March 28, 29 and April 10, 11, 18 & 19at 7:30pm as well as April 6 at 2:00pm. All performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. Tickets are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office.
28th - Center Stage presents Red Horse w/ Devil to Pay, Lo-Pan, and Cocaine Wolves Doors open @ 8pm.
29th - Morton's Pub & Grub features acoustic music from Daniel Seymour Saturday Mar 29, 2008 at 8:00 PM.
29th - Jake Hendershot will perform at White River Landing on Saturday March 29th @ 9:00pm. As usual, the show is all ages and FREE!
29th - Doc's Music Hall features Losing September and Boho Paisley, 8pm.
31st - Community Center for Vital Aging: The Art of Writing: Memories to be remembered and recorded 6:30-8:00pm
MARCH ONGOING :
Through March - Tthe Artist Within will feature paintings by Lynnsy Terrill from March 4-29, 2008. An opening reception, which is free and open to the public, will be from 5-8pm on Thursday, March 6.
Through March -Artworks will exhibit "Passion and Sensitivity" featuring paintings by Sandy Day. An opening reception will be held during First Thursday, March 6, 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Through March - Gordy Fine Art and Framing will exhibit paintings by Robert Farlow. The artist will be on hand for a reception during the First Thursday event, from 5 to 8 PM on March 6th. Light refreshments will be served and the public is invited to attend.
Through March - Gallery 308 will exhibit "Ben Bates and Ted Neal: New Ceramics Work." The opening reception for the pair's new exhibit is First Thursday, March 6 at 308 East Main in downtown Muncie. Admission is free; refreshments will be served.
Through March 30 - 18th Minnetrista Annual Juried Art Show & Sale. The visual arts are alive and flourishing in East Central Indiana. Artists from across East Central Indiana will participate in the 18th Minnetrista Annual Juried Art Show & Sale. The exhibit will be open to the public February 16 - March 30, 2008 at Minnetrista.
Through Apr. 24th Cornerstone for the Arts winter classes. Call for more info about classes at 281-9503 or visit www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through April 27th - "Grossology: The (Impolite) Science of the Human Body" exhibit at Minnetrista. For more information, call (765) 282-4848, visit www.minnetrista.net, or visit the Grossology tour Web site at www.grossologytour.com.
Through May 2 - Muncie Children's Museum presents Chagall for Children, a one-of-a-kind traveling exhibit. Admission is included with regular admission to the Museum. For more information on Chagall for Children, call (765) 286-1660 or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com
APRIL EVENTS :
3rd - First Thursday Downtown, 5-8pm, featuring art gallery openings and meet-the-artist receptions.
3rd - Bill Goshnell, Delaware County Emergency Management Agency director will discuss disaster preparedness at 5pm at Muncie Civic Theatre. At 6pm Dan Burkholder famed photographer will be speaking.
3rd - Peter Blume will offer remarks about framing at 6:30 PM at Gordy Fine Art & Framing, at the opening of "The Frame Show" exhibit.
3rd - Groove-A-Tron at Doc's Music Hall, doors open 8pm.
4-5th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Godspell at 7:30pm. All performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. Tickets are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office.
4th - Mike Milligan and Steamshovel w/The TomKats will perform at Center Stage. Doors open @ 8pm.
4th - Walden's Song at Morton's Pub & Grub, 8:00 pm
4th - Cory Hill Band at Doc's Music Hall, 10:30pm.
4th - Muncie Children's Museum--Friends and Family Fun Night, free adm. 3-7pm. The Ball State Art Club will be leading visitors through fun-filled games, crafts and story time!
4th - Jack's Camera Shop: famed photographer Dan Burkholder will be hanging out.
6th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Anne of Green Gables at 2:00pm. All performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. Tickets are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office.
5th - Mars or the Moon at Morton's Pub & Grub, 9:00 pm
5-6th - Jack's Camera Shop: famed photographer will be teaching workshops call 282-0204 for details.
7th - Community Center for Vital Aging: Taste of Appachia 6:30-8pm call 289-4541
10 & 11th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Anne of Green Gables at 7:30pm. All performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. Tickets are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office.
11th - Doc's Music Hall presents Everthus the Deadbeats, Arrah and the Ferns, Everything Now! at 10pm.
12th- Muncie Civic Theatre presents Godspell at 7:30pm. All performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. Tickets are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office.
14th - Comedy Night at The Heorot featuring MATT STANTON w/ PHIL KIJAK and RYAN EHRESMAN, 9pm.
15th - Second annual Cornerstone Art Show, from 5-8:00pm. Featuring two and three dimensional works from artists aged kindergarten to adult.
15th - Community Center for Vital Aging: The Art of Writing: Memories to be remembered and recorded 6:30-8:00pm
16th - Administrative Professionals Day at the Horizon Convention Center. Reservation deadline is April 11. Call Brenda Brumfield 765-751-9151, or email bbrumfield@muncie.com.
17th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Godspell at 7:30pm. All performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. Tickets are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office.
18th & 19th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Anne of Green Gables at 7:30pm. All performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. Tickets are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office.
18th - Caddle w/ The TomKats will perform at Center Stage. Doors open @ 8pm.
19th - Muncie Ballet presents the Mad Hatter Team at 10am and 3pm. Reservations are required, for more details call 282-1480 or www.MuncieBallet..org
20th - Cornerstone for the Arts announces 2008 A Taste of Muncie, over 22 local restaurants will be participating this year.
24th - Customer Service Excellence Workshop, 8 - 11:30a.m. at the Horizon Center. Sponsored by the Muncie-Delaware County Chamber of Commerce, Joe Constance, President of Constant Training, will facilitate the program. Email bbrumfield@muncie.com for info.
25th - Muncie Ballet presents Alice in Wonderland 7pm held at the Cornerstone for the Arts. for more details call 282-1480 or www.MuncieBallet..org
26th - The Muncie YWCA, Weed & Seed, Del. Co. Coordinaing Council for the Prevention of Substance Abuse, United Way of Delaware County, Parents Encouraging Parents and Fight Against Drugs and Violence will celebrate SPIRIT DAY and the public is invited. The YWCA will host speakers and resouce providers in the morning. Free "toolbox" kits with information for parents will be offered. Then at 1 pm join us in Heekin Park for an outdoor festival with games, face-painting, and an outdoor cookout. Singers, dancers and a Youth Idol Karaoke Contest will also be part of the fun. Festivities will continue until 5 pm. For more information contact the YWCA.
26th - Muncie Ballet presents Alice in Wonderland 4pm held at the Cornerstone for the Arts for more details call 282-1480 or www.MuncieBallet..org
26th - Muncie Children's Museum--Free Family Saturday from 10am-5pm
APRIL ONGOING :
Through April 26th - Gallery 308 welcomes Dan Burkholder's Photo Exhibit "The Color of Loss; An Intimate Portrait of New Orleans after Katrina" in April. Join us Thursday April 3 from 5-9 p.m. for his new exhibit and book signing. The show will run thru April 26th.
Through April 26th - Gordy Fine Art & Framing will present "The Frame Show: Framus Fantasticus" on display through April. The Frame Show opens during the monthly First Thursday art event on April 3rd from 5 to 8 PM. Peter Blume will offer remarks about the framing at 6:30 PM. Light refreshments will be served and the public is invited to attend.
Through April 27th - "Grossology: The (Impolite) Science of the Human Body" exhibit at Minnetrista. For more information, call (765) 282-4848, visit www.minnetrista.net, or visit the Grossology tour Web site at www.grossologytour.com.
Through April 30th - "Wax and Water" will showcase the talents of several local artists during April at The Artist Within April 1 through April 30, with an opening reception Thursday, April 3 from 5-8pm.
Through April 30th - Artworks will exhibit "Totemic Spirit in Clay," a new exhibition by Judy Wojcik. An opening reception will be held during First Thursday, April 3, 5:30pm to 8:30pm.
Through May 2 - Muncie Children's Museum presents Chagall for Children, a one-of-a-kind traveling exhibit. Admission is included with regular admission to the Museum. For more information on Chagall for Children, call (765) 286-1660 or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com
Monday, March 24, 2008
Gallery 308 Living Arts Series Presents Kimberly Anderson
Ceramist Kimberly Anderson will present a free slide presentation featuring her work for Gallery 308's Living Arts program, at 7 p.m. on Thursday March 27. Anderson will bring some pieces of new work, or work-in-progress work to show and discuss.
Anderson's work—which is mainly 3-D ceramic pieces (vessels) in a figural style—will be shown in the Founders Gallery in May with "The 4 Femmes" exhibit. She is the most recent artist to offer an educational program in conjunction with work being shown at the Gallery. Living Arts is a series offered at Gallery 308 each month.
Anderson has been an Instructor of Ceramics at the Indianapolis Center for the Arts since 1995. She teaches all levels of ceramic classes at the ICA and is an adjunct faculty member at Ball State in ceramics and life drawing.
Her sculpture and figurative vessels reference archeological excavations, feminine roles, cycles of renewal and decay—an ongoing investigation about woman as vessel. Anderson performs all aspects of the creative process in her work; all the functional work is hand thrown and altered on the wheel while the clay is wet. Her work is unique and original; no molds of mass production are used. She personally fires all of her work.
The Evanston, Illinois native has a 1990 BA from California University (California, Pennsylvania), a BFA from West Virginia University (1992), and an MFA from Wichita State University (1994). All three degrees had an emphasis in ceramics.
Anderson's work—which is mainly 3-D ceramic pieces (vessels) in a figural style—will be shown in the Founders Gallery in May with "The 4 Femmes" exhibit. She is the most recent artist to offer an educational program in conjunction with work being shown at the Gallery. Living Arts is a series offered at Gallery 308 each month.
Anderson has been an Instructor of Ceramics at the Indianapolis Center for the Arts since 1995. She teaches all levels of ceramic classes at the ICA and is an adjunct faculty member at Ball State in ceramics and life drawing.
Her sculpture and figurative vessels reference archeological excavations, feminine roles, cycles of renewal and decay—an ongoing investigation about woman as vessel. Anderson performs all aspects of the creative process in her work; all the functional work is hand thrown and altered on the wheel while the clay is wet. Her work is unique and original; no molds of mass production are used. She personally fires all of her work.
The Evanston, Illinois native has a 1990 BA from California University (California, Pennsylvania), a BFA from West Virginia University (1992), and an MFA from Wichita State University (1994). All three degrees had an emphasis in ceramics.
21 Artist Exhibit "Wax and Water" at The Artist Within
"Wax and Water" will showcase the talents of several local artists during April at The Artist Within.
This exhibit of experimental water colors and encaustics will occupy both the upstairs and main gallery space and is the collaborative effort of 21 artists, Marilyn Derwenskus and the Artist Within. The show runs April 1 through April 30 with an opening reception Thursday, April 3 from 5-8pm.
Traditional water color techniques may be seen in the work of these advanced students, but it is the way that they push the boundaries that stands out and makes this such an exciting collection of work.
The ages old medium of encaustic can trace its roots back to ancient Greece where it was used in decorative painting on mummy cases. Old techniques are approached in creative and innovative ways as these artists explore painting with wax. A demonstration of the process is planned for the opening night of the exhibit.
This exhibit of experimental water colors and encaustics will occupy both the upstairs and main gallery space and is the collaborative effort of 21 artists, Marilyn Derwenskus and the Artist Within. The show runs April 1 through April 30 with an opening reception Thursday, April 3 from 5-8pm.
Traditional water color techniques may be seen in the work of these advanced students, but it is the way that they push the boundaries that stands out and makes this such an exciting collection of work.
The ages old medium of encaustic can trace its roots back to ancient Greece where it was used in decorative painting on mummy cases. Old techniques are approached in creative and innovative ways as these artists explore painting with wax. A demonstration of the process is planned for the opening night of the exhibit.
Sunday, March 23, 2008
22nd Annual A Taste of Muncie
Cornerstone Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the 2008 A Taste of Muncie.
In its 22nd year, the Taste will be held on April 20, 2008 in the Historic Cornerstone Center for the Arts Building at 520 E Main St, Muncie, Indiana. The proceeds from this event benefit Cornerstone Center for the Arts as we work to provide educational programs and events in this historic setting.
Tickets are $20 per person or $18 per person for groups of 10 or more.
*New Student Price $15 per person
Tickets can be purchased at the following locations:
www.cornerstonearts.org
Cornerstone Center for the Arts Box Office
(765) 289-9687
Sponsored by:
WLBC, WERK, MAX, ESPN Radios
Indiana Michigan Power
Cornerstone Center for the Arts
Confirmed Participants:
Beef O’Brady's
Wilson Wines
White River Valley Pizza Hut
Qdoba Mexican Grill
Johnny Carino’s Italian Grill
Vera Mae's
Applebee's
Bella Avanti
Brother Jimmy's
Carlos O' Kelly's
Cassella’s Kitchen
Coffee Junkeez
Dairy Dream
Grand Grilling to Go
Ivy Tech Community College – Culinary Division
MCL Cafeteria
Minnetrista Cultural Center
Peck's Catering
Pepsi America's
Pete's Duck Inn
Scotty's Brewhouse
Starbucks Coffee
Additional participants will be announced as they are added.
In its 22nd year, the Taste will be held on April 20, 2008 in the Historic Cornerstone Center for the Arts Building at 520 E Main St, Muncie, Indiana. The proceeds from this event benefit Cornerstone Center for the Arts as we work to provide educational programs and events in this historic setting.
Tickets are $20 per person or $18 per person for groups of 10 or more.
*New Student Price $15 per person
Tickets can be purchased at the following locations:
www.cornerstonearts.org
Cornerstone Center for the Arts Box Office
(765) 289-9687
Sponsored by:
WLBC, WERK, MAX, ESPN Radios
Indiana Michigan Power
Cornerstone Center for the Arts
Confirmed Participants:
Beef O’Brady's
Wilson Wines
White River Valley Pizza Hut
Qdoba Mexican Grill
Johnny Carino’s Italian Grill
Vera Mae's
Applebee's
Bella Avanti
Brother Jimmy's
Carlos O' Kelly's
Cassella’s Kitchen
Coffee Junkeez
Dairy Dream
Grand Grilling to Go
Ivy Tech Community College – Culinary Division
MCL Cafeteria
Minnetrista Cultural Center
Peck's Catering
Pepsi America's
Pete's Duck Inn
Scotty's Brewhouse
Starbucks Coffee
Additional participants will be announced as they are added.
Friday, March 21, 2008
Malbec and Ferguson Tonight at The Living Room
Malbec (myspace.com/malbectheband) and Ferguson (myspace.com/therealferguson) will be playing at The Living Room this Friday. This is going to be a great night of music that you won't want to miss. Doors open at 8pm, show starts at 8:30pm. Tickets are only $5. See ya there!
Nathan Angelo & Tyler James - 04/04/08
Nathan Angelo and Tyler James will be co-headlining the show on April 4th. Tickets are $8 and the doors open at 8pm, show starts at 8:30pm. Tickets can be bought at shows at The Living Room held before April 4th (Feb. 22, 23, 29, March 21, 28, 29) Make sure to check out Nathan's music at myspace.com/nathanangelo and Tyler's music at myspace.com/tylerjames
See more upcoming events at http://www.thelivingroommuncie.com/schedule.
Nathan Angelo & Tyler James - 04/04/08
Nathan Angelo and Tyler James will be co-headlining the show on April 4th. Tickets are $8 and the doors open at 8pm, show starts at 8:30pm. Tickets can be bought at shows at The Living Room held before April 4th (Feb. 22, 23, 29, March 21, 28, 29) Make sure to check out Nathan's music at myspace.com/nathanangelo and Tyler's music at myspace.com/tylerjames
See more upcoming events at http://www.thelivingroommuncie.com/schedule.
Sunday, March 16, 2008
DBC Meeting and Mixer will be March 26 at Minnetrista
The Downtown Business Council will meet at 3pm in the Indiana Room at Minnetrista. The agenda includes a Heart of the City update and upcoming downtown events.
A "Meet the Members" mixer will follow, from 4:30 to 6:00pm, w/ light refreshments. The Grossology and Juried Art Show exhibits will be open for viewing.
This meeting at Minnetrista is a departure from our usual meeting place. Meetings are open to businesses, residents and supporters of Downtown Muncie. More info at munciedowntown.com.
You need not be a member to attend the meetings, and Downtown Business Council is not limited to businesses and merchants. Meetings typically last one hour. This 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.
Members will be on hand to answer any questions about the Downtown Business Council, and membership applications will be available for anyone who wants to join. Please come by, bring a friend, and help take part in making Downtown Muncie the best place to be.
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Downtown Business Council Statement of Purpose "The primary purpose of the Muncie Downtown Business Council is to create and maintain an environment for growth and expansion of businesses in the downtown area of Muncie, Indiana"
A "Meet the Members" mixer will follow, from 4:30 to 6:00pm, w/ light refreshments. The Grossology and Juried Art Show exhibits will be open for viewing.
This meeting at Minnetrista is a departure from our usual meeting place. Meetings are open to businesses, residents and supporters of Downtown Muncie. More info at munciedowntown.com.
You need not be a member to attend the meetings, and Downtown Business Council is not limited to businesses and merchants. Meetings typically last one hour. This 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.
Members will be on hand to answer any questions about the Downtown Business Council, and membership applications will be available for anyone who wants to join. Please come by, bring a friend, and help take part in making Downtown Muncie the best place to be.
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Downtown Business Council Statement of Purpose "The primary purpose of the Muncie Downtown Business Council is to create and maintain an environment for growth and expansion of businesses in the downtown area of Muncie, Indiana"
Cornerstone Art Show Call for Entries
Cornerstone Center for the Arts is calling for submissions for the second annual Cornerstone Art Show, which will be held on April 15th from 5-8:00pm. All artists ages kindergarten to adult can enter their two or three dimensional works. All are welcome to submit.
Categories (2D and 3D in each age group)
K-5th Grade
6th-8th Grade
9th-12th Grade
Adult
Prizes will be awarded in both 2D and 3D art forms in each age category. Submission rates are set for youth (K-12th Grade) at $3.00 per piece and the adult rate is $5.00 per piece. Artists can submit as many pieces as they choose.
There will also be four featured artists displaying their works and giving discussions about their creative process at the show. Area schools have been invited to submit as a class and to encourage students to attend the show for these educational discussions.
Submit your work to Cornerstone Center for the Arts at 520 E Main Street during the week of March 31 - April 4 from 1:00-6:00pm. Entry forms are available at Cornerstone Center for the Arts or online at www.cornerstonearts.org.
Call Cornerstone Center for the Arts at 765.281.9503 or visit www.cornerstonearts.org for more information.
Categories (2D and 3D in each age group)
K-5th Grade
6th-8th Grade
9th-12th Grade
Adult
Prizes will be awarded in both 2D and 3D art forms in each age category. Submission rates are set for youth (K-12th Grade) at $3.00 per piece and the adult rate is $5.00 per piece. Artists can submit as many pieces as they choose.
There will also be four featured artists displaying their works and giving discussions about their creative process at the show. Area schools have been invited to submit as a class and to encourage students to attend the show for these educational discussions.
Submit your work to Cornerstone Center for the Arts at 520 E Main Street during the week of March 31 - April 4 from 1:00-6:00pm. Entry forms are available at Cornerstone Center for the Arts or online at www.cornerstonearts.org.
Call Cornerstone Center for the Arts at 765.281.9503 or visit www.cornerstonearts.org for more information.
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Weekly Downtown E-News 3/13/08
Bring the family downtown this Saturday, March 15th, for the annual St. Patty's Day Parade through the streets of Downtown Muncie. Parade begins at 5:30pm. Click here to download an entry form.
On Monday, St. Patricks Day, there will be plenty of Irish entertainment, food and beer to be found Downtown. The Irish Toasters will perform during the St. Pat's party at The Fickle Peach. The music will begin at 8 p.m. and the bar will be offering Irish beer. Morton's Pub & Grub will feature music by Walden Song at 7pm, and at 11 p.m., Pray for Mojo will take the stage. Irish brews like Guinness and Murphy's will be offered on draught, and traditional food will include Irish bacon and cabbage, Scotch eggs and more. Colin Elliot will perform at Doc's Music Hall.
MARCH EVENTS :
13th - Community Center for Vital Aging: Luck of the Irish 6:30-8:00pm FREE
13th - Morton' Pub & Grub features Get Lost! (Then Get Stoned), 9:00 pm
13th - Doc's Music Hall presents Cory Hill acoustic show, 10pm.
14th - Community Center for Vital Aging: TRIAD meeting 10-11am
14th-16th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest - Friday and Sat. performances 8:00pm, Sunday matinees at 2:00pm
14th - Morton's Pub & Grub features Megan's Mystical Harp, 8:00 pm
14th - Community Center for Vital Aging: Brown Bag lunch and a Movie 12-2pm "A Patch of Blue"
14th - Cotton Mouff presents local Muncie hip-hop at 11pm.
15th - YMCA's community Egg Hunt at 10am
15th - FB Fogg Saturday Salon featuring Susan McCollum from 10-4
15th - Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade through Downtown Muncie, starting at 5:30pm
15th - Katie's Birthday Party at Morton's Pub & Grub, featuring Cory Hill, 9:00 pm
15th - Snuck-a-Foo at Doc's Music Hall, 8pm.
17th - Community Center for Vital Aging: Medication Management 6:30-8:00pm FREE
17th - ST. PATRICK'S DAY
17th - The Irish Toasters will perform during the St. Pat's party at The Fickle Peach. The music will begin at 8 p.m. and Irish beer will be served.
17th - Colin Elliot at Doc's Music Hall, 8pm.
17th - Morton's Pub & Grub will feature music by Walden Song at 7pm, and at 11 p.m., Pray for Mojo will take the stage. Irish brews like Guinness and Murphy's will be offered on draught and traditional food will include Irish bacon and cabbage, Scotch eggs and more.
18th - Marti Icenogle offers "Basic Art Clay Silver" at The Artist Within from 6-9pm.
18th - Dan Tedesco at Doc's Music Hall, 8pm.
19th - Community Center for Vital Aging: Radio of YesterYear 2-3:30pm
19th - PBS ProgramClub at Minnetrista, 2-4pm. Join us as we view the PBS documentary "Andrew Jackson: Good, Evil and the Presidency." Afterward we'll discuss what we?ve learned about "Old Hickory" and the controversies that surrounded his politics. Price: Free. Registration is requested. Call (765) 213-3549.
20th - 22nd - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Godspell, March 20, 21, 22 and April 4, 5, 12 & 17 at 7:30pm as well as March 30 at 2:00pm. All performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. Tickets are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office.
21st - Malbec and Feguson will be playing at The Living Room on March 21st. Doors open at 8pm, show starts at 8:30pm. Check out their myspace pages at myspace.com/malbectheband and myspace.com/therealferguson.
21, 25th-28th Muncie Children's Museum - Spring Break Programming
22nd - Joan Hamilton Band at Doc's Music Hall, 9-11pm.
26th - The Downtown Business Council will meet at 3:00 at Minnetrista, immediately followed by a "Meet the Members" mixer from 4:30 to 6:00pm. This meeting at Minnetrista is a departure from our usual meeting place. DBC meetings are open to businesses, residents and supporters of Downtown Muncie - please bring a friend! Visit munciedowntown.com for more information.
28th - Community Center for Vital Aging: Craft Seminar 10-12:00pm
28th - Muncie Children's Museum Free Family Saturday 10am-5pm
28th - Brown Bag Lunch lecture series at BSU Center for Media Design at Mitchell Place Gallery, 301 S. Walnut St. This month's lecture features Trina Cooper (USA | 3D Animation/Media Artist, Assistant Professor at Ball State University) .
28th & 29th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Anne of Green Gables, March 28, 29 and April 10, 11, 18 & 19at 7:30pm as well as April 6 at 2:00pm. All performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. Tickets are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office.
28th - Center Stage presents Red Horse w/ Devil to Pay, Lo-Pan, and Cocaine Wolves Doors open @ 8pm.
29th - Morton's Pub & Grub features acoustic music from Daniel Seymour Saturday Mar 29, 2008 at 8:00 PM.
29th - Doc's Music Hall features Losing September and Boho Paisley, 8pm.
31st - Community Center for Vital Aging: The Art of Writing: Memories to be remembered and recorded 6:30-8:00pm
MARCH ONGOING :
Through March - Tthe Artist Within will feature paintings by Lynnsy Terrill from March 4-29, 2008. An opening reception, which is free and open to the public, will be from 5-8pm on Thursday, March 6.
Through March -Artworks will exhibit "Passion and Sensitivity" featuring paintings by Sandy Day. An opening reception will be held during First Thursday, March 6, 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Through March - Gordy Fine Art and Framing will exhibit paintings by Robert Farlow. The artist will be on hand for a reception during the First Thursday event, from 5 to 8 PM on March 6th. Light refreshments will be served and the public is invited to attend.
Through March - Gallery 308 will exhibit "Ben Bates and Ted Neal: New Ceramics Work." The opening reception for the pair's new exhibit is First Thursday, March 6 at 308 East Main in downtown Muncie. Admission is free; refreshments will be served.
Through March 30 - 18th Minnetrista Annual Juried Art Show & Sale. The visual arts are alive and flourishing in East Central Indiana. Artists from across East Central Indiana will participate in the 18th Minnetrista Annual Juried Art Show & Sale. The exhibit will be open to the public February 16 - March 30, 2008 at Minnetrista.
Through Apr. 24th Cornerstone for the Arts winter classes. Call for more info about classes at 281-9503 or visit www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through April 27th - "Grossology: The (Impolite) Science of the Human Body" exhibit at Minnetrista. For more information, call (765) 282-4848, visit www.minnetrista.net, or visit the Grossology tour Web site at www.grossologytour.com.
Through May 2 - Muncie Children's Museum presents Chagall for Children, a one-of-a-kind traveling exhibit. Admission is included with regular admission to the Museum. For more information on Chagall for Children, call (765) 286-1660 or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com
On Monday, St. Patricks Day, there will be plenty of Irish entertainment, food and beer to be found Downtown. The Irish Toasters will perform during the St. Pat's party at The Fickle Peach. The music will begin at 8 p.m. and the bar will be offering Irish beer. Morton's Pub & Grub will feature music by Walden Song at 7pm, and at 11 p.m., Pray for Mojo will take the stage. Irish brews like Guinness and Murphy's will be offered on draught, and traditional food will include Irish bacon and cabbage, Scotch eggs and more. Colin Elliot will perform at Doc's Music Hall.
MARCH EVENTS :
13th - Community Center for Vital Aging: Luck of the Irish 6:30-8:00pm FREE
13th - Morton' Pub & Grub features Get Lost! (Then Get Stoned), 9:00 pm
13th - Doc's Music Hall presents Cory Hill acoustic show, 10pm.
14th - Community Center for Vital Aging: TRIAD meeting 10-11am
14th-16th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest - Friday and Sat. performances 8:00pm, Sunday matinees at 2:00pm
14th - Morton's Pub & Grub features Megan's Mystical Harp, 8:00 pm
14th - Community Center for Vital Aging: Brown Bag lunch and a Movie 12-2pm "A Patch of Blue"
14th - Cotton Mouff presents local Muncie hip-hop at 11pm.
15th - YMCA's community Egg Hunt at 10am
15th - FB Fogg Saturday Salon featuring Susan McCollum from 10-4
15th - Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade through Downtown Muncie, starting at 5:30pm
15th - Katie's Birthday Party at Morton's Pub & Grub, featuring Cory Hill, 9:00 pm
15th - Snuck-a-Foo at Doc's Music Hall, 8pm.
17th - Community Center for Vital Aging: Medication Management 6:30-8:00pm FREE
17th - ST. PATRICK'S DAY
17th - The Irish Toasters will perform during the St. Pat's party at The Fickle Peach. The music will begin at 8 p.m. and Irish beer will be served.
17th - Colin Elliot at Doc's Music Hall, 8pm.
17th - Morton's Pub & Grub will feature music by Walden Song at 7pm, and at 11 p.m., Pray for Mojo will take the stage. Irish brews like Guinness and Murphy's will be offered on draught and traditional food will include Irish bacon and cabbage, Scotch eggs and more.
18th - Marti Icenogle offers "Basic Art Clay Silver" at The Artist Within from 6-9pm.
18th - Dan Tedesco at Doc's Music Hall, 8pm.
19th - Community Center for Vital Aging: Radio of YesterYear 2-3:30pm
19th - PBS ProgramClub at Minnetrista, 2-4pm. Join us as we view the PBS documentary "Andrew Jackson: Good, Evil and the Presidency." Afterward we'll discuss what we?ve learned about "Old Hickory" and the controversies that surrounded his politics. Price: Free. Registration is requested. Call (765) 213-3549.
20th - 22nd - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Godspell, March 20, 21, 22 and April 4, 5, 12 & 17 at 7:30pm as well as March 30 at 2:00pm. All performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. Tickets are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office.
21st - Malbec and Feguson will be playing at The Living Room on March 21st. Doors open at 8pm, show starts at 8:30pm. Check out their myspace pages at myspace.com/malbectheband and myspace.com/therealferguson.
21, 25th-28th Muncie Children's Museum - Spring Break Programming
22nd - Joan Hamilton Band at Doc's Music Hall, 9-11pm.
26th - The Downtown Business Council will meet at 3:00 at Minnetrista, immediately followed by a "Meet the Members" mixer from 4:30 to 6:00pm. This meeting at Minnetrista is a departure from our usual meeting place. DBC meetings are open to businesses, residents and supporters of Downtown Muncie - please bring a friend! Visit munciedowntown.com for more information.
28th - Community Center for Vital Aging: Craft Seminar 10-12:00pm
28th - Muncie Children's Museum Free Family Saturday 10am-5pm
28th - Brown Bag Lunch lecture series at BSU Center for Media Design at Mitchell Place Gallery, 301 S. Walnut St. This month's lecture features Trina Cooper (USA | 3D Animation/Media Artist, Assistant Professor at Ball State University) .
28th & 29th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Anne of Green Gables, March 28, 29 and April 10, 11, 18 & 19at 7:30pm as well as April 6 at 2:00pm. All performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. Tickets are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office.
28th - Center Stage presents Red Horse w/ Devil to Pay, Lo-Pan, and Cocaine Wolves Doors open @ 8pm.
29th - Morton's Pub & Grub features acoustic music from Daniel Seymour Saturday Mar 29, 2008 at 8:00 PM.
29th - Doc's Music Hall features Losing September and Boho Paisley, 8pm.
31st - Community Center for Vital Aging: The Art of Writing: Memories to be remembered and recorded 6:30-8:00pm
MARCH ONGOING :
Through March - Tthe Artist Within will feature paintings by Lynnsy Terrill from March 4-29, 2008. An opening reception, which is free and open to the public, will be from 5-8pm on Thursday, March 6.
Through March -Artworks will exhibit "Passion and Sensitivity" featuring paintings by Sandy Day. An opening reception will be held during First Thursday, March 6, 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Through March - Gordy Fine Art and Framing will exhibit paintings by Robert Farlow. The artist will be on hand for a reception during the First Thursday event, from 5 to 8 PM on March 6th. Light refreshments will be served and the public is invited to attend.
Through March - Gallery 308 will exhibit "Ben Bates and Ted Neal: New Ceramics Work." The opening reception for the pair's new exhibit is First Thursday, March 6 at 308 East Main in downtown Muncie. Admission is free; refreshments will be served.
Through March 30 - 18th Minnetrista Annual Juried Art Show & Sale. The visual arts are alive and flourishing in East Central Indiana. Artists from across East Central Indiana will participate in the 18th Minnetrista Annual Juried Art Show & Sale. The exhibit will be open to the public February 16 - March 30, 2008 at Minnetrista.
Through Apr. 24th Cornerstone for the Arts winter classes. Call for more info about classes at 281-9503 or visit www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through April 27th - "Grossology: The (Impolite) Science of the Human Body" exhibit at Minnetrista. For more information, call (765) 282-4848, visit www.minnetrista.net, or visit the Grossology tour Web site at www.grossologytour.com.
Through May 2 - Muncie Children's Museum presents Chagall for Children, a one-of-a-kind traveling exhibit. Admission is included with regular admission to the Museum. For more information on Chagall for Children, call (765) 286-1660 or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com
Gallery 308 April Exhibit: "The Color of Loss; An Intimate Portrait of New Orleans after Katrina"
Gallery 308 welcomes Dan Burkholder's Photo Exhibit "The Color of Loss; An Intimate Portrait of New Orleans after Katrina" in April.
Join us Thursday April 3 5-9 p.m. as Gallery 308 welcomes Dan Burkholder, internationally known photographer, for his new exhibit and book signing. The show will run thru April 26th.
Please join us at 5 at the Muncie Civic Theatre for a talk from Bill Gosnell, of the Delaware County Emergency Management Agency on disaster preparedness. We will also recognize volunteers who went to the Gulf Coast in the aftermath of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita.
Dan will discuss his images at 6 p.m., then return to Gallery 308 until 9 to answer questions. His book will be available for purchase and signing at this time.
The American Red Cross and other agencies with disaster preparedness information will have tables set up in the Founder's Gallery at G308. Admission is free.
Dan will also be hanging out at Jack's Camera on Friday April 4 and teaching workshops in the Founder's Gallery on April 5 &6. Contact Sherry Powell or Tom Nahre at Jack's Camera 765-282-0204 or Gallery 308 at 765-289-8575 for more information.
Dan's new exhibition and book, The Color of Loss; An Intimate Portrait of New Orleans after Katrina, (University of Texas Press, 2008) documents the flooded interiors of the homes, schools, churches and workplaces of the city. These images of post-Katrina New Orleans capture a stunningly intimate portrait of the destruction suffered by
the city and its residents.
In 2006, just months after Katrina traumatized the City of New Orleans, Dan Burkholder ventured into the dark, mold-infested interiors to photograph the aftermath of the hurricane. Employing cutting edge photographic techniques, Burkholder captures the damage in stunningly detailed color prints that are full of detail from the brightest highlights to the deepest shadows. There is a seductive quality to the images, luring the viewer for a closer look, only to be confronted with the chaos of the scenes before them.
Dan was one of the first photographic artists to embrace digital technology in the early 1990's. Melding his unique vision with mastery of both wet and digital darkrooms, his platinum/palladium and pigmented ink prints are included in museum and private collection internationally.
Dan lives in Palenville, New York, with his wife, Jill Skupin Burkholder, and their six cats.
Join us Thursday April 3 5-9 p.m. as Gallery 308 welcomes Dan Burkholder, internationally known photographer, for his new exhibit and book signing. The show will run thru April 26th.
Please join us at 5 at the Muncie Civic Theatre for a talk from Bill Gosnell, of the Delaware County Emergency Management Agency on disaster preparedness. We will also recognize volunteers who went to the Gulf Coast in the aftermath of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita.
Dan will discuss his images at 6 p.m., then return to Gallery 308 until 9 to answer questions. His book will be available for purchase and signing at this time.
The American Red Cross and other agencies with disaster preparedness information will have tables set up in the Founder's Gallery at G308. Admission is free.
Dan will also be hanging out at Jack's Camera on Friday April 4 and teaching workshops in the Founder's Gallery on April 5 &6. Contact Sherry Powell or Tom Nahre at Jack's Camera 765-282-0204 or Gallery 308 at 765-289-8575 for more information.
Dan's new exhibition and book, The Color of Loss; An Intimate Portrait of New Orleans after Katrina, (University of Texas Press, 2008) documents the flooded interiors of the homes, schools, churches and workplaces of the city. These images of post-Katrina New Orleans capture a stunningly intimate portrait of the destruction suffered by
the city and its residents.
In 2006, just months after Katrina traumatized the City of New Orleans, Dan Burkholder ventured into the dark, mold-infested interiors to photograph the aftermath of the hurricane. Employing cutting edge photographic techniques, Burkholder captures the damage in stunningly detailed color prints that are full of detail from the brightest highlights to the deepest shadows. There is a seductive quality to the images, luring the viewer for a closer look, only to be confronted with the chaos of the scenes before them.
Dan was one of the first photographic artists to embrace digital technology in the early 1990's. Melding his unique vision with mastery of both wet and digital darkrooms, his platinum/palladium and pigmented ink prints are included in museum and private collection internationally.
Dan lives in Palenville, New York, with his wife, Jill Skupin Burkholder, and their six cats.
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Judy Wojcik Exhibit "Totemic Spirit in Clay" at Artworks in April
Artworks will exhibit "Totemic Spirit in Clay," a new exhibition by Judy Wojcik through April. An opening reception will be held during First Thursday, April 3, 5:30pm to 8:30pm.
Judy Wojcik received her MFA in Ceramics from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania and her BS in Art Education from Ball State University. She is completing a one-year position as Visiting Assistant Professor in Ceramics at Earlham College in Richmond, Indiana. He recent work continues to explore altered stoneware vessels, surfaces and high fire glazing techniques.
Ongoing Exhibits: Jeanette Gilbert, watercolors, Heidi Hale, jewelry, Judy Krieger Wand – jewelry/metalsmith
ArtWorks Gallery Mission : we are a non-profit cooperative artist gallery. Our mission is to serve the Muncie community and provide local artists a facility to exhibit their art and to provide educational opportunities and affordable art for our community.
Artworks is an artist owned and operated sales gallery, featuring original works for sale by outstanding Indiana artists. Regular gallery hours are from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm.
Judy Wojcik received her MFA in Ceramics from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania and her BS in Art Education from Ball State University. She is completing a one-year position as Visiting Assistant Professor in Ceramics at Earlham College in Richmond, Indiana. He recent work continues to explore altered stoneware vessels, surfaces and high fire glazing techniques.
Ongoing Exhibits: Jeanette Gilbert, watercolors, Heidi Hale, jewelry, Judy Krieger Wand – jewelry/metalsmith
ArtWorks Gallery Mission : we are a non-profit cooperative artist gallery. Our mission is to serve the Muncie community and provide local artists a facility to exhibit their art and to provide educational opportunities and affordable art for our community.
Artworks is an artist owned and operated sales gallery, featuring original works for sale by outstanding Indiana artists. Regular gallery hours are from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm.
Muncie Civic Presents Anne of Green Gables
Muncie Civic Theatre, Delaware County’s historic 76-year old arts leader, presents ANNE OF GREEN GABLES on March 28, 29 and April 10, 11, 18 & 19at 7:30pm as well as April 6 at 2:00pm. Tickets for the show are $15 for adults, $6 for college students and $5 for high school age or younger. The production is rated G. All performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. Tickets are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office.
In ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, Green Gables is the home of the lovable Matthew Cuthbert and his stern sister, Marilla. They agree to adopt a boy to help with the farm work. Imagine their consternation when Anne Shirley, a girl in her teens, is sent by the orphanage by mistake! Anne touches Matthew's heart with her vivid imagination and her charitable viewpoint, but it takes time to reach the tender heart beneath Marilla's hard exterior. This dramatization captures the charm and excitement of L.M. Montgomery's literary classic. Audiences follow the young orphan from her first encounter with her austere guardian to her thrilling graduation from Queen's Academy. All the tragedies and triumphs that mark Anne's growth from adolescence to early adulthood are here: her friendship with Diana, her feuds with Gilbert, her adoration of Matthew, the mistaken wine bottle, the cake disaster, the broken leg, the scholastic achievements, and the saving of Green Gables. Whether audiences are "old friends" of Anne's or meeting her for the first time, this play will foster a lasting friendship between them and one of literature's most unforgettable characters.
ANNE OF GREEN GABLES is directed by Civic Executive Director Marty Grubbs and features performances by a combination of Civic veterans and young performers, many of whom have matriculated through Civic's Young Actor's Workshop program. Included in the cast are Wanita Spence, Charles Retherford, Emily Wolfert, Linda Sherfick, Hillary Metzger, Skylar Etchison, Cody Freeman, Stephen Dean, Kathy Rapkin, Sue Templin, Lisa Walker, and Anessa Mosier..
For tickets and information call 765-288-PLAY.
In ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, Green Gables is the home of the lovable Matthew Cuthbert and his stern sister, Marilla. They agree to adopt a boy to help with the farm work. Imagine their consternation when Anne Shirley, a girl in her teens, is sent by the orphanage by mistake! Anne touches Matthew's heart with her vivid imagination and her charitable viewpoint, but it takes time to reach the tender heart beneath Marilla's hard exterior. This dramatization captures the charm and excitement of L.M. Montgomery's literary classic. Audiences follow the young orphan from her first encounter with her austere guardian to her thrilling graduation from Queen's Academy. All the tragedies and triumphs that mark Anne's growth from adolescence to early adulthood are here: her friendship with Diana, her feuds with Gilbert, her adoration of Matthew, the mistaken wine bottle, the cake disaster, the broken leg, the scholastic achievements, and the saving of Green Gables. Whether audiences are "old friends" of Anne's or meeting her for the first time, this play will foster a lasting friendship between them and one of literature's most unforgettable characters.
ANNE OF GREEN GABLES is directed by Civic Executive Director Marty Grubbs and features performances by a combination of Civic veterans and young performers, many of whom have matriculated through Civic's Young Actor's Workshop program. Included in the cast are Wanita Spence, Charles Retherford, Emily Wolfert, Linda Sherfick, Hillary Metzger, Skylar Etchison, Cody Freeman, Stephen Dean, Kathy Rapkin, Sue Templin, Lisa Walker, and Anessa Mosier..
For tickets and information call 765-288-PLAY.
Gordy's Presents "The Frame Show: Framus Fantasticus" in April
Gold. Thin sheets of gold deftly applied to hand-carved frames that have been painstakingly prepared to grab the light-as-air 22 karat finish.
These are not your everyday frames, but rather, replicas of famous frames with famous names - Whistler, Sulley, Hassam, Louis XXVI. Frames you might see in museums, or the homes of serious art collectors. Frames you wouldn't expect to be crafted in Muncie, Indiana. But then, Muncie does have an exceptional art history of its own, and now it has an exceptional framing tradition in the father- son team of Brian and Ben Gordy.
Brian Gordy, formerly an art teacher and interior designer, current watercolor artist and shop owner, began learning the centuries-old gilding (gold leafing) technique in 2003 by attending workshops in northern California and Tennessee for frame restoration. Workshops in following years in Philadelphia and Las Vegas added to his interest and skills in gilding. Inspired to apply his artistic talents to his framing trade, Gordy made his first gilded frames in his downtown shop in 2005. Enter Peter Blume, Ball State University Museum of Art director, in need of a gilded frame for a Homer watercolor in the museum's collection. Homer just happened to be Gordy's favorite American watercolorist, so he was excited to build a special frame for the museum's upcoming exhibit.
Ben Gordy watched closely as his father built the raw frame, applied ten to twelve coats of gesso (liquid plaster), sanded this to a smooth finish, and then applied bole (liquid clay), all just to prepare for the actual gold leaf. Using a wide, flat brush that appears to be only single hairs thick, the elder Gordy would pick up the ultra-thin sheets (approximately 1/250,000th of an inch) and apply the gold. Next steps included burnishing, distressing with chains, knives, razors, and ice picks, and rubbing to reveal just the right amount of color underneath. Finally, the frame was sealed, antiqued with pigment washes, then waxed & dusted to simulate age - the same basic process that has been used for hundreds of years. The younger Gordy was hooked.
Fortunately, the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, D.C. was offering gilding workshops in the Fall of 2006. The Gordy men signed up to participate in different courses in order to cast the widest net of information-gathering possible. Returning to Muncie, they immediately began ramping up a new department in the family business. Special tools, suppliers, and support products had to be purchased, along with an array of gold leaf. Rooms had to be redesigned to function as gilding studios. Spray areas, air cleaners and special racks were installed. And then, the duo began the task of gilding an exclusive line of frames - Gordy frames, all hand gilded, toned, and ready for public display.
That display kicks off with The Frame Show during the month of April. Subtitled, Framus Fantasticus, to draw attention to the high art of gilded frame, the exhibit includes works by local artists to show historically-matched frames for each entry. Jim Faulkner's scene of a Federal style house will be displayed in a Federal-style frame. Alan Patrick's landscape will be shown in an American Impressionist-style frame. The other featured artists will include Shonet Lambert Martin, Robert Farlow, Charlene George, Margie Prim, David Slonim, Carol Strock Wasson and the framer, Brian Gordy.
The Frame Show opens during the monthly First Thursday art event on April 3rd from 5 to 8 PM. Peter Blume will offer remarks about the framing at 6:30 PM. Light refreshments will be served and the public is invited to attend. The exhibit may also be viewed until April 26th during normal business hours: Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5:30 PM, Saturday, 9 to 3, or by appointment. Gordy Fine Art and Framing is located at 224 East Main Street, next door to Civic Theatre. For more information call 284-8422 or visit www.gordyframing.com.
These are not your everyday frames, but rather, replicas of famous frames with famous names - Whistler, Sulley, Hassam, Louis XXVI. Frames you might see in museums, or the homes of serious art collectors. Frames you wouldn't expect to be crafted in Muncie, Indiana. But then, Muncie does have an exceptional art history of its own, and now it has an exceptional framing tradition in the father- son team of Brian and Ben Gordy.
Brian Gordy, formerly an art teacher and interior designer, current watercolor artist and shop owner, began learning the centuries-old gilding (gold leafing) technique in 2003 by attending workshops in northern California and Tennessee for frame restoration. Workshops in following years in Philadelphia and Las Vegas added to his interest and skills in gilding. Inspired to apply his artistic talents to his framing trade, Gordy made his first gilded frames in his downtown shop in 2005. Enter Peter Blume, Ball State University Museum of Art director, in need of a gilded frame for a Homer watercolor in the museum's collection. Homer just happened to be Gordy's favorite American watercolorist, so he was excited to build a special frame for the museum's upcoming exhibit.
Ben Gordy watched closely as his father built the raw frame, applied ten to twelve coats of gesso (liquid plaster), sanded this to a smooth finish, and then applied bole (liquid clay), all just to prepare for the actual gold leaf. Using a wide, flat brush that appears to be only single hairs thick, the elder Gordy would pick up the ultra-thin sheets (approximately 1/250,000th of an inch) and apply the gold. Next steps included burnishing, distressing with chains, knives, razors, and ice picks, and rubbing to reveal just the right amount of color underneath. Finally, the frame was sealed, antiqued with pigment washes, then waxed & dusted to simulate age - the same basic process that has been used for hundreds of years. The younger Gordy was hooked.
Fortunately, the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, D.C. was offering gilding workshops in the Fall of 2006. The Gordy men signed up to participate in different courses in order to cast the widest net of information-gathering possible. Returning to Muncie, they immediately began ramping up a new department in the family business. Special tools, suppliers, and support products had to be purchased, along with an array of gold leaf. Rooms had to be redesigned to function as gilding studios. Spray areas, air cleaners and special racks were installed. And then, the duo began the task of gilding an exclusive line of frames - Gordy frames, all hand gilded, toned, and ready for public display.
That display kicks off with The Frame Show during the month of April. Subtitled, Framus Fantasticus, to draw attention to the high art of gilded frame, the exhibit includes works by local artists to show historically-matched frames for each entry. Jim Faulkner's scene of a Federal style house will be displayed in a Federal-style frame. Alan Patrick's landscape will be shown in an American Impressionist-style frame. The other featured artists will include Shonet Lambert Martin, Robert Farlow, Charlene George, Margie Prim, David Slonim, Carol Strock Wasson and the framer, Brian Gordy.
The Frame Show opens during the monthly First Thursday art event on April 3rd from 5 to 8 PM. Peter Blume will offer remarks about the framing at 6:30 PM. Light refreshments will be served and the public is invited to attend. The exhibit may also be viewed until April 26th during normal business hours: Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5:30 PM, Saturday, 9 to 3, or by appointment. Gordy Fine Art and Framing is located at 224 East Main Street, next door to Civic Theatre. For more information call 284-8422 or visit www.gordyframing.com.
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Muncie Civic Theatre Presents Godspell
Muncie Civic Theatre, Delaware County’s historic 76-year old arts leader, presents the celebrated rock musical GODSPELL on March 20, 21, 22 and April 4, 5, 12 & 17 at 7:30pm as well as March 30 at 2:00pm. Tickets for the show are $15 for adults, $6 for college students and $5 for high school age or younger. The production is rated G. All performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. Tickets are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office.
Based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew, and featuring a sparkling score by Stephen Schwartz, GODSPELL is one of the biggest Broadway successes of all time. The tuneful score features a string of well-loved songs, led by the international hit "Day By Day." As the cast performs "Prepare Ye The Way Of The Lord," "All Good Gifts," "Learn Your Lessons Well," "All For The Best," "Turn Back, O Man," and "By My Side," the parables of Jesus Christ come humanly and hearteningly to life. Drawing from various theatrical traditions, such as clowning, pantomime, charades, acrobatics and vaudeville, GODSPELL is a groundbreaking and unique reflection on the life of Jesus, with a message of kindness, tolerance and love. The New York Post called GODSPELL "A hit! A big, big, hit. GODSPELL believes in God – and people – and possibility," while Billboard said "GODSPELL turns the theatre into a joyous palace!" and NBC-TV raved "It's marvelous...it says 'love thy neighbor' and it means it."
GODSPELL is directed by professional guest artist Matthew C. Scott and features performances by a combination of Civic regulars and fresh new faces including Chris Meier, Stevie Hahn, Emma Smith, Catie Noller, Amanda Reyome, Cody Ricks, Rachel Rapkin, Brian Wagner, Nick Blevins, Justin Cochran and Cathy Nix. Music is provided by a live band led by Music Director Amy Kouyeas and choreogrophy is by Julie Barber.
For tickets and information call 765-288-PLAY.
Based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew, and featuring a sparkling score by Stephen Schwartz, GODSPELL is one of the biggest Broadway successes of all time. The tuneful score features a string of well-loved songs, led by the international hit "Day By Day." As the cast performs "Prepare Ye The Way Of The Lord," "All Good Gifts," "Learn Your Lessons Well," "All For The Best," "Turn Back, O Man," and "By My Side," the parables of Jesus Christ come humanly and hearteningly to life. Drawing from various theatrical traditions, such as clowning, pantomime, charades, acrobatics and vaudeville, GODSPELL is a groundbreaking and unique reflection on the life of Jesus, with a message of kindness, tolerance and love. The New York Post called GODSPELL "A hit! A big, big, hit. GODSPELL believes in God – and people – and possibility," while Billboard said "GODSPELL turns the theatre into a joyous palace!" and NBC-TV raved "It's marvelous...it says 'love thy neighbor' and it means it."
GODSPELL is directed by professional guest artist Matthew C. Scott and features performances by a combination of Civic regulars and fresh new faces including Chris Meier, Stevie Hahn, Emma Smith, Catie Noller, Amanda Reyome, Cody Ricks, Rachel Rapkin, Brian Wagner, Nick Blevins, Justin Cochran and Cathy Nix. Music is provided by a live band led by Music Director Amy Kouyeas and choreogrophy is by Julie Barber.
For tickets and information call 765-288-PLAY.
Monday, March 10, 2008
March Events at Minnetrista
In the Galleries at Minnetrista... Grossology: The (Impolite) Science of the Human Body - February 2 -April 27, 2008
Based on the best-selling book series, Grossology, the exhibition uses sophisticated animatronics and imaginative exhibits to tell you the good, the bad and the downright ugly about runny noses, body odor and much more. This is science that kids can’t resist! For more information, see www.minnetrista.net. Visit Mon. – Sat., 9a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Admission: $4 child/student, $6 senior, $7 adult.
18th Minnetrista Annual Juried Art Show & Sale
February 16-March 30, 2008
The visual arts are alive and flourishing in East Central Indiana. Artists from across East Central Indiana will participate in the 18th Minnetrista Annual Juried Art Show & Sale. The exhibit will be open to the public February 16 – March 30, 2008 at Minnetrista.
Visit Mon. - Sat., 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Sun., 11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Admission: $4 child/student, $6 senior, $7 adult.
Upcoming Programs & Events:
Daily Tours
Back in Time: Historical House Tour
Daily at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., & 3 p.m.
Explore historic Oakhurst and discover what life was like for the family who once called this place "home."
Price: Included with paid admission. Admission: $4 child/student, $6 senior, $7 adult.
Nature & Garden Fun
Daily at 4 p.m.
Our 40-acre campus provides plenty of room for a personal encounter with nature. Discover something new today!
Price: Included with paid admission. Admission: $4 child/student, $6 senior, $7 adult.
Adult Programs
PBS Program Club
Wed., March 19, 2 - 4 p.m.
Join us as we view the PBS documentary "Andrew Jackson: Good, Evil and the Presidency." Afterward we'll discuss what we’ve learned about "Old Hickory" and the controversies that surrounded his politics.
Price: Free. Registration is requested. Call (765) 213-3549.
Family Programs
Grossology Fun Day
Sat., March 29, 1 - 4 p.m.
Find out about the fascinating functions, gross goings-on, and disgusting details of the human body. Join us for an afternoon of activities, crafts, trivia and surprises for the whole family featuring the exhibit, Grossology: The (Impolite) Science of the Human Body. Watch for updates on www.minnetrista.net.
Price: Included with paid admission. Admission: $4 child/student, $6 senior, $7 adult.
Exhibit Hours: Mon.- Sat. 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Call (765) 282-4848 or (800) 428-5887 or visit www.minnetrista.net.
Based on the best-selling book series, Grossology, the exhibition uses sophisticated animatronics and imaginative exhibits to tell you the good, the bad and the downright ugly about runny noses, body odor and much more. This is science that kids can’t resist! For more information, see www.minnetrista.net. Visit Mon. – Sat., 9a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Admission: $4 child/student, $6 senior, $7 adult.
18th Minnetrista Annual Juried Art Show & Sale
February 16-March 30, 2008
The visual arts are alive and flourishing in East Central Indiana. Artists from across East Central Indiana will participate in the 18th Minnetrista Annual Juried Art Show & Sale. The exhibit will be open to the public February 16 – March 30, 2008 at Minnetrista.
Visit Mon. - Sat., 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Sun., 11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Admission: $4 child/student, $6 senior, $7 adult.
Upcoming Programs & Events:
Daily Tours
Back in Time: Historical House Tour
Daily at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., & 3 p.m.
Explore historic Oakhurst and discover what life was like for the family who once called this place "home."
Price: Included with paid admission. Admission: $4 child/student, $6 senior, $7 adult.
Nature & Garden Fun
Daily at 4 p.m.
Our 40-acre campus provides plenty of room for a personal encounter with nature. Discover something new today!
Price: Included with paid admission. Admission: $4 child/student, $6 senior, $7 adult.
Adult Programs
PBS Program Club
Wed., March 19, 2 - 4 p.m.
Join us as we view the PBS documentary "Andrew Jackson: Good, Evil and the Presidency." Afterward we'll discuss what we’ve learned about "Old Hickory" and the controversies that surrounded his politics.
Price: Free. Registration is requested. Call (765) 213-3549.
Family Programs
Grossology Fun Day
Sat., March 29, 1 - 4 p.m.
Find out about the fascinating functions, gross goings-on, and disgusting details of the human body. Join us for an afternoon of activities, crafts, trivia and surprises for the whole family featuring the exhibit, Grossology: The (Impolite) Science of the Human Body. Watch for updates on www.minnetrista.net.
Price: Included with paid admission. Admission: $4 child/student, $6 senior, $7 adult.
Exhibit Hours: Mon.- Sat. 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Call (765) 282-4848 or (800) 428-5887 or visit www.minnetrista.net.
Thursday, March 06, 2008
Weekly Downtown E-News 3/8/08
Celebrate the arts in Downtown Muncie this First Thursday, March 6th, from 5 to 8pm. Our many art galleries spotlight their exhibit openings on the first Thursday evenings of every month, with meet-the-artist receptions, music and refreshments. First Thursday free and open to the public. 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.
The "Downtown Deals" coupon sheet for March is now available for download at munciedowntown.com - print your own copy, or look for the green sheets at your favorite shop or restaurant in Downtown Muncie. This month's advertisers include Morton's Pub & Grub, Downtown Farm Stand, Ink Solution, Pazol's Jewelry, Cortex Hair Center and Downtown Data Center.
MuncieDowntown.com has a new(ish) myspace page, launched last month! If you haven't seen it yet, please be our friend at www.myspace.com/munciedowntown.
MARCH EVENTS:
6th - First Thursday Downtown, 5-8pm, featuring art gallery openings and meet-the-artist receptions.
6th - Community Center for Vital Aging: offers For the Birds 6:30-8:00pm Free
6th - The Artist Within: First Thurs 5-8pm and all month during normal business hours, features: Lynnsy Terrill
6th - ArtWorks Gallery features: Sandy Day, opening reception 5:30-8:00pm
6-8th - Main Street Studio features: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest 8pm
7th - Muncie Children's Museum-Friends and Family Fun Night. Free Adm. 3-7pm
7th - Vera Mae's presents a "Pre Concert Jam Session" for Dimensions in Jazz featuring Buddy DiFranco, guest jazz clarinetist, from 7:30-10:30pm. Call for info, 747-4941.
7th-9th - Horizon Convention Center: Muncie Home Builders Home Show
7th - Morton's Pub & Grub features a taste of Americana with Doc Warner and Nicole Smith, 9pm. Visit www.myspace.com/mortonspub
8th - Star Press Spelling Bee, 8:30am at Cornerstone Center for the Arts
8th - Funk Night at Doc's Music Hall, featuring Covert Operations, Ladymoon and MC Sparkplug. Visit www.docsmusichall.com for info.
8th - Moton's Pub & Grub features DJ Simple Simon at 10pm.
9th - Main Street Studio presents: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest 2:00pm
10th-April 24th - Cornerstone Center for the Arts: registration for classes--check out their website: www.cornerstonearts.org
11th-12th - Delaware County Farm Festival at the Delaware County Fairgrounds 8:30am-8:00pm--lots to see and do!
13th - Community Center for Vital Aging: Luck of the Irish 6:30-8:00pm FREE
13th - Morton' Pub & Grub features Get Lost! (Then Get Stoned), 9:00 pm
13th - Muncie-Delaware County Chamber of Commerce presents "Increasing Your Bottom Line" on March 13, 2008 from 8:00 a.m. - 12 noon at the Horizon Convention Center.
14th - Community Center for Vital Aging: TRIAD meeting 10-11am
14th-16th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest--Friday and Sat. performances 8:00pm, Sunday matinees at 2:00pm
14th - Morton's Pub & Grub features Megan's Mystical Harp, 8:00 pm
14th - Community Center for Vital Aging: Brown Bag lunch and a Movie 12-2pm "A Patch of Blue"
15th - Downtown Muncie-- Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade 5:30pm
15th - Katie's Birthday Party at Morton's Pub & Grub, featuring Cory Hill, 9:00 pm
17th - Community Center for Vital Aging: Medication Management 6:30-8:00pm FREE
17th - ST. PATRICK'S DAY
17th - Colin Elliot at Doc's Music Hall, 8pm.
18th - Marti Icenogle offers "Basic Art Clay Silver" at The Artist Within from 6-9pm.
18th - Dan Tedesco at Doc's Music Hall, 8pm.
19th - Community Center for Vital Aging: Radio of YesterYear 2-3:30pm
21st - Malbec and Feguson will be playing at The Living Room on March 21st. Doors open at 8pm, show starts at 8:30pm. Check out their myspace pages at myspace.com/malbectheband and myspace.com/therealferguson.
21, 25th-28th Muncie Children's Museum - Spring Break Programming
22nd - Joan Hamilton Band at Doc's Music Hall, 9-11pm.
26th - The Downtown Business Council will meet at 3:00 at Minnetrista, immediately followed by a "Meet the Members" mixer from 4:30 to 6:00pm. This meeting at Minnetrista is a departure from our usual meeting place. DBC meetings are open to businesses, residents and supporters of Downtown Muncie - please bring a friend! Visit munciedowntown.com for more information.
28th - Community Center for Vital Aging: Craft Seminar 10-12:00pm
28th - Muncie Children's Museum Free Family Saturday 10am-5pm
28th - Brown Bag Lunch lecture series at BSU Center for Media Design at Mitchell Place Gallery, 301 S. Walnut St. This month's lecture features Trina Cooper (USA | 3D Animation/Media Artist, Assistant Professor at Ball State University) .
29th - Morton's Pub & Grub features acoustic music from Daniel Seymour Saturday Mar 29, 2008 at 8:00 PM.
29th - Doc's Music Hall features Losing September and Boho Paisley, 8pm.
31st - Community Center for Vital Aging: The Art of Writing: Memories to be remembered and recorded 6:30-8:00pm
MARCH ONGOING :
Through March - Tthe Artist Within will feature paintings by Lynnsy Terrill from March 4-29, 2008. An opening reception, which is free and open to the public, will be from 5-8pm on Thursday, March 6.
Through March -Artworks will exhibit "Passion and Sensitivity" featuring paintings by Sandy Day. An opening reception will be held during First Thursday, March 6, 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Through March - Gordy Fine Art and Framing will exhibit paintings by Robert Farlow. The artist will be on hand for a reception during the First Thursday event, from 5 to 8 PM on March 6th. Light refreshments will be served and the public is invited to attend.
Through March - Gallery 308 will exhibit "Ben Bates and Ted Neal: New Ceramics Work." The opening reception for the pair's new exhibit is First Thursday, March 6 at 308 East Main in downtown Muncie. Admission is free; refreshments will be served.
Through March 30 - 18th Minnetrista Annual Juried Art Show & Sale. The visual arts are alive and flourishing in East Central Indiana. Artists from across East Central Indiana will participate in the 18th Minnetrista Annual Juried Art Show & Sale. The exhibit will be open to the public February 16 - March 30, 2008 at Minnetrista.
Through Apr. 24th Cornerstone for the Arts winter classes. Call for more info about classes at 281-9503 or visit www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through April 27th - "Grossology: The (Impolite) Science of the Human Body" exhibit at Minnetrista. For more information, call (765) 282-4848, visit www.minnetrista.net, or visit the Grossology tour Web site at www.grossologytour.com.
Through May 2 - Muncie Children's Museum presents Chagall for Children, a one-of-a-kind traveling exhibit. Admission is included with regular admission to the Museum. For more information on Chagall for Children, call (765) 286-1660 or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com
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SEND NEWS ITEMS:
Send information on downtown-related events for the weekly emailed newsletter to nancylnorris@aol.com.
Send information to be added to the downtown website to info@munciedowntown.com.
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The "Downtown Deals" coupon sheet for March is now available for download at munciedowntown.com - print your own copy, or look for the green sheets at your favorite shop or restaurant in Downtown Muncie. This month's advertisers include Morton's Pub & Grub, Downtown Farm Stand, Ink Solution, Pazol's Jewelry, Cortex Hair Center and Downtown Data Center.
MuncieDowntown.com has a new(ish) myspace page, launched last month! If you haven't seen it yet, please be our friend at www.myspace.com/munciedowntown.
MARCH EVENTS:
6th - First Thursday Downtown, 5-8pm, featuring art gallery openings and meet-the-artist receptions.
6th - Community Center for Vital Aging: offers For the Birds 6:30-8:00pm Free
6th - The Artist Within: First Thurs 5-8pm and all month during normal business hours, features: Lynnsy Terrill
6th - ArtWorks Gallery features: Sandy Day, opening reception 5:30-8:00pm
6-8th - Main Street Studio features: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest 8pm
7th - Muncie Children's Museum-Friends and Family Fun Night. Free Adm. 3-7pm
7th - Vera Mae's presents a "Pre Concert Jam Session" for Dimensions in Jazz featuring Buddy DiFranco, guest jazz clarinetist, from 7:30-10:30pm. Call for info, 747-4941.
7th-9th - Horizon Convention Center: Muncie Home Builders Home Show
7th - Morton's Pub & Grub features a taste of Americana with Doc Warner and Nicole Smith, 9pm. Visit www.myspace.com/mortonspub
8th - Star Press Spelling Bee, 8:30am at Cornerstone Center for the Arts
8th - Funk Night at Doc's Music Hall, featuring Covert Operations, Ladymoon and MC Sparkplug. Visit www.docsmusichall.com for info.
8th - Moton's Pub & Grub features DJ Simple Simon at 10pm.
9th - Main Street Studio presents: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest 2:00pm
10th-April 24th - Cornerstone Center for the Arts: registration for classes--check out their website: www.cornerstonearts.org
11th-12th - Delaware County Farm Festival at the Delaware County Fairgrounds 8:30am-8:00pm--lots to see and do!
13th - Community Center for Vital Aging: Luck of the Irish 6:30-8:00pm FREE
13th - Morton' Pub & Grub features Get Lost! (Then Get Stoned), 9:00 pm
13th - Muncie-Delaware County Chamber of Commerce presents "Increasing Your Bottom Line" on March 13, 2008 from 8:00 a.m. - 12 noon at the Horizon Convention Center.
14th - Community Center for Vital Aging: TRIAD meeting 10-11am
14th-16th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest--Friday and Sat. performances 8:00pm, Sunday matinees at 2:00pm
14th - Morton's Pub & Grub features Megan's Mystical Harp, 8:00 pm
14th - Community Center for Vital Aging: Brown Bag lunch and a Movie 12-2pm "A Patch of Blue"
15th - Downtown Muncie-- Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade 5:30pm
15th - Katie's Birthday Party at Morton's Pub & Grub, featuring Cory Hill, 9:00 pm
17th - Community Center for Vital Aging: Medication Management 6:30-8:00pm FREE
17th - ST. PATRICK'S DAY
17th - Colin Elliot at Doc's Music Hall, 8pm.
18th - Marti Icenogle offers "Basic Art Clay Silver" at The Artist Within from 6-9pm.
18th - Dan Tedesco at Doc's Music Hall, 8pm.
19th - Community Center for Vital Aging: Radio of YesterYear 2-3:30pm
21st - Malbec and Feguson will be playing at The Living Room on March 21st. Doors open at 8pm, show starts at 8:30pm. Check out their myspace pages at myspace.com/malbectheband and myspace.com/therealferguson.
21, 25th-28th Muncie Children's Museum - Spring Break Programming
22nd - Joan Hamilton Band at Doc's Music Hall, 9-11pm.
26th - The Downtown Business Council will meet at 3:00 at Minnetrista, immediately followed by a "Meet the Members" mixer from 4:30 to 6:00pm. This meeting at Minnetrista is a departure from our usual meeting place. DBC meetings are open to businesses, residents and supporters of Downtown Muncie - please bring a friend! Visit munciedowntown.com for more information.
28th - Community Center for Vital Aging: Craft Seminar 10-12:00pm
28th - Muncie Children's Museum Free Family Saturday 10am-5pm
28th - Brown Bag Lunch lecture series at BSU Center for Media Design at Mitchell Place Gallery, 301 S. Walnut St. This month's lecture features Trina Cooper (USA | 3D Animation/Media Artist, Assistant Professor at Ball State University) .
29th - Morton's Pub & Grub features acoustic music from Daniel Seymour Saturday Mar 29, 2008 at 8:00 PM.
29th - Doc's Music Hall features Losing September and Boho Paisley, 8pm.
31st - Community Center for Vital Aging: The Art of Writing: Memories to be remembered and recorded 6:30-8:00pm
MARCH ONGOING :
Through March - Tthe Artist Within will feature paintings by Lynnsy Terrill from March 4-29, 2008. An opening reception, which is free and open to the public, will be from 5-8pm on Thursday, March 6.
Through March -Artworks will exhibit "Passion and Sensitivity" featuring paintings by Sandy Day. An opening reception will be held during First Thursday, March 6, 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Through March - Gordy Fine Art and Framing will exhibit paintings by Robert Farlow. The artist will be on hand for a reception during the First Thursday event, from 5 to 8 PM on March 6th. Light refreshments will be served and the public is invited to attend.
Through March - Gallery 308 will exhibit "Ben Bates and Ted Neal: New Ceramics Work." The opening reception for the pair's new exhibit is First Thursday, March 6 at 308 East Main in downtown Muncie. Admission is free; refreshments will be served.
Through March 30 - 18th Minnetrista Annual Juried Art Show & Sale. The visual arts are alive and flourishing in East Central Indiana. Artists from across East Central Indiana will participate in the 18th Minnetrista Annual Juried Art Show & Sale. The exhibit will be open to the public February 16 - March 30, 2008 at Minnetrista.
Through Apr. 24th Cornerstone for the Arts winter classes. Call for more info about classes at 281-9503 or visit www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through April 27th - "Grossology: The (Impolite) Science of the Human Body" exhibit at Minnetrista. For more information, call (765) 282-4848, visit www.minnetrista.net, or visit the Grossology tour Web site at www.grossologytour.com.
Through May 2 - Muncie Children's Museum presents Chagall for Children, a one-of-a-kind traveling exhibit. Admission is included with regular admission to the Museum. For more information on Chagall for Children, call (765) 286-1660 or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com
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SEND NEWS ITEMS:
Send information on downtown-related events for the weekly emailed newsletter to nancylnorris@aol.com.
Send information to be added to the downtown website to info@munciedowntown.com.
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March Specials at Blue Bottle Coffee Shop
Spring MUST be on the way ! One day the temperature is almost 60, the next day freezing and snow, High School basketball tourneys are in full swing ( I'm sure you Delta fans are happy) and we change our clocks again this coming weekend. Yep....spring is almost here.
As some of you know, we are now open for dinner Thursdays, Fridays and Saturday nights. Chelsea has planned our specials for March and here they are:
Monday & Tuesday Lunch.... Red beans and Rice with Cheddar Jalapeno Corn Muffin
Wednesday Lunch... Etoufee with Cheddar Jalapeno Corn Muffin
Thurday Lunch.. SURPRISE
Friday and Saturday Lunch and Dinner Specials:
3/7 Blackend Salmon Pasta
3/8 Cajun Spiced Pork Chops with Sweet Potato Casserole
3/14 Corn and Black Bean Samosa with Avacado (Vegetarian)
3/15 Beef with red wine reduction and roasted veggies
3/21 Fish with lemon sauce and corn pudding
3/22 Blackened Chicken with corn pudding
3/28 Jerk Tempeh Sandwich with Sweet Potato Fries (Vegetarian)
3/29 Jerk Chicken with Cheddar Grits
As you can see we are adding some vegetarian dishes to the menu at the request of our customers. For you meat eaters, there will still be selections available. The above are just the specials. Look for the Monday through Wednesday items to become the permanent specials for those days. Those specials are available about every day later in the week as well.
Chelsea, Jenica and myself attended the Sysco Spring Food show in indianapolis and came home with some new items and ideas that we will be presenting soon. Several will become regular items on the new menu coming out in about a month. Most of the menu will NOT be changing. We will still be keeping our best sellers, just making some room for constant requests. We saw our friends Kent, Steve and Dave from Vera Maes cruising for ideas to bring to there fantastic eating establishment so don't forget to stop in to see what they come up with. Those guys are always thinking !
Today is the first Thursday of the month which means that the downtown art galleries are open late. Come downtown and find something to hang on that blank wall or set on that empty place on the shelf. Oh yes, don't forget, we are open until nine so you can get a hot beverage or a quick meal.
One last note. A little late for some, but not others. Today is Red-tail Day at the Blue Bottle. 10% of our sales will go to The Red-tail Conservancy. Barry Banks and his staff and all of the Red-tail supporters continue to do a great job helping to save some of our countries natural assets. I have been a supporter of Red-tail from it's early days and have been impressed with this fine organization. Help us save our land for generations to come.
Don't forget those clocks next Sunday and if you wonder what to do with that extra hour of daylight.........drink coffee !
As some of you know, we are now open for dinner Thursdays, Fridays and Saturday nights. Chelsea has planned our specials for March and here they are:
Monday & Tuesday Lunch.... Red beans and Rice with Cheddar Jalapeno Corn Muffin
Wednesday Lunch... Etoufee with Cheddar Jalapeno Corn Muffin
Thurday Lunch.. SURPRISE
Friday and Saturday Lunch and Dinner Specials:
3/7 Blackend Salmon Pasta
3/8 Cajun Spiced Pork Chops with Sweet Potato Casserole
3/14 Corn and Black Bean Samosa with Avacado (Vegetarian)
3/15 Beef with red wine reduction and roasted veggies
3/21 Fish with lemon sauce and corn pudding
3/22 Blackened Chicken with corn pudding
3/28 Jerk Tempeh Sandwich with Sweet Potato Fries (Vegetarian)
3/29 Jerk Chicken with Cheddar Grits
As you can see we are adding some vegetarian dishes to the menu at the request of our customers. For you meat eaters, there will still be selections available. The above are just the specials. Look for the Monday through Wednesday items to become the permanent specials for those days. Those specials are available about every day later in the week as well.
Chelsea, Jenica and myself attended the Sysco Spring Food show in indianapolis and came home with some new items and ideas that we will be presenting soon. Several will become regular items on the new menu coming out in about a month. Most of the menu will NOT be changing. We will still be keeping our best sellers, just making some room for constant requests. We saw our friends Kent, Steve and Dave from Vera Maes cruising for ideas to bring to there fantastic eating establishment so don't forget to stop in to see what they come up with. Those guys are always thinking !
Today is the first Thursday of the month which means that the downtown art galleries are open late. Come downtown and find something to hang on that blank wall or set on that empty place on the shelf. Oh yes, don't forget, we are open until nine so you can get a hot beverage or a quick meal.
One last note. A little late for some, but not others. Today is Red-tail Day at the Blue Bottle. 10% of our sales will go to The Red-tail Conservancy. Barry Banks and his staff and all of the Red-tail supporters continue to do a great job helping to save some of our countries natural assets. I have been a supporter of Red-tail from it's early days and have been impressed with this fine organization. Help us save our land for generations to come.
Don't forget those clocks next Sunday and if you wonder what to do with that extra hour of daylight.........drink coffee !
Monday, March 03, 2008
Meet the Artists at First Thursday Downtown
Celebrate the arts in Downtown Muncie for extended hours this First Thursday, March 6th, from 5 to 8pm. Our many art galleries spotlight their exhibit openings on the first Thursday evenings of every month, with meet-the-artist receptions.
Some of the gallery events (in alphabetical order by gallery) at the next First Thursday:
The Artist Within ~ 313 S Walnut Street ~ 765-289-7895
March at the Artist Within will feature paintings by Lynnsy Terrill. Although Lynnsy was born and raised in Fort Wayne, she now calls Muncie home. After coming to Muncie to attend Ball State University in 1991 and graduating from there in 1995, she has settled in and never left this area.
She is very active in the live art weekends at Muncie Alliance Church and frequently paints at the Friday Night Cafe's that are held there. She feels that this is a great way to expose the community to the arts and people seem to enjoy watching her paint and following the progress of her work.
Lynnsy believes that everyone has a story to tell and her paintings are her way of documenting her spiritual journey in life. "Documenting my life is important to me and sometimes I feel like my paintings are like having my journal entries all over the walls", states this young artist. She works primarily with oils, acrylics and collage and "Veritas in Color" (Truth in Color) is an exhibit of her recent works.
Her exhibit will be held March 4-29, 2008 with an opening reception, that is free and open to the public, from 5-8pm on Thursday, March 6.
Lynnsy Terrill has displayed her work in Indianapolis and locally at Danner's Bookstore, Mitchell Place Gallery, Muncie Alliance Church, Pathologists Associated and has had work in the consignment shop at the Artist Within.
Artworks ~ 301 South Walnut Street ~ 765-288-2221
Artworks will exhibit "Passion and Sensitivity" featuring paintings by Sandy Day. An opening reception will be held during First Thursday, March 6, 5:30pm to 8:30pm.
Sandy Day is an artist who is a long time resident of Anderson, Indiana along with her husband the three children. Day is noted for her watercolor paintings and pastel drawings throughout Indiana. Day has received many awards for her work including the Hoosier Salon, has exhibited at the Indiana Governor's Mansion and received an award for her artistic contribution to the City of Anderson. She is a member of the Madison County Art Association, Indiana Artists’ Club, Hoosier Salon, Indiana Watercolor Society and the Henry Art Association.
Ongoing Exhibits: Anna Maria Delk - Fiber Artist, Kris Gruppe - Fused Glass Artist, Bette Graham - Print Maker
Artworks is an artist owned and operated sales gallery, featuring original works for sale by outstanding Indiana artists. Regular gallery hours are from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm.
Artworks is an artist owned and operated sales gallery, featuring original works for sale by outstanding Indiana artists. Regular gallery hours are from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm.
Gallery 308 ~ 308 E. Main Street ~ 765-289-8575
Gallery 308 will exhibit "Ben Bates and Ted Neal: New Ceramics Work." The opening reception for the pair's new exhibit is First Thursday, March 6 at 308 East Main in downtown Muncie. Admission is free; refreshments will be served.
Between them they have a wealth of experience-and a wealth of talent. Neal is an assistant professor of art at Ball State; Bates is a Ceramics Studio Artist living in Libertyville, Illinois and a ceramics instructor at the College of Lake County (Illinois).
Neal enjoys working in a dichotomy of styles. He is currently exploring both utility and sculpture within the realm of the clay vessel. Themes that dominate his sculptural work are the "proliferation of mass-produced industrial objects, the modern need for portability, and the veneration of the commonplace." He is especially interested in objects that are discarded or have disappeared into the background-objects that have gone from useful to garbage and sometimes back again.
Bates is interested in the functional format as a realm of exploration but strives to transcend the utilitarian boundaries and function as sculptural elements. He uses the ideals of the vessel to clarify design and explore form as it relates to space. "To me, working in clay is more about composition, proportion and surface than it is about efficiency of use."
Gordy Fine Art & Framing ~ 224 E Main Street ~ 765-284-8422
Winchester resident Robert Farlow, well-known sculptor and oil painter, will exhibit his paintings at Gordy Fine Art and Framing in March. The artist will be on hand for a reception during the First Thursday event, from 5 to 8 PM on March 6th. Light refreshments will be served and the public is invited to attend.
Initially a teacher, Farlow has been a professional artist for over fifty years. He continues to paint and exhibit regularly, and has won numerous awards throughout Indiana. He was one of the featured artists in the book, Painting Indiana II, produced by the Indiana Plein Air Painters Association and the Center for Agricultural Science & Heritage.
Plein air painters differ from studio painters in that that they paint on the site of the scene they're depicting. Plein air artists may do sketches and studies outside and return to their studios to complete the works, but it is this initial work out-of-doors that qualifies their standard.
Mitchell Place Studio ~ 301 S Walnut
Institute for Digital Intermedia Arts & Animation Student Art & Research Showcase
Thursday March 6th, 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.
Other downtown Muncie businesses may have art exhibits or special events during First Thursdays include:
~ Cortex Hair Salon, 112 W Jackson Street - 765-288-6685
~ David Dale Designs, Interior Designs & Fine Art Gallery, 421 S Walnut Street - 765-284-4987
~ FB Fogg, 418 E Main Street - 765-289-7464
~ Glitterati in the Rose Court on Charles Street
~ 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.
Please help keep us informed of any upcoming events or exhibits in Downtown Muncie. Email details to info [at] munciedowntown.com.
Some of the gallery events (in alphabetical order by gallery) at the next First Thursday:
The Artist Within ~ 313 S Walnut Street ~ 765-289-7895
March at the Artist Within will feature paintings by Lynnsy Terrill. Although Lynnsy was born and raised in Fort Wayne, she now calls Muncie home. After coming to Muncie to attend Ball State University in 1991 and graduating from there in 1995, she has settled in and never left this area.
She is very active in the live art weekends at Muncie Alliance Church and frequently paints at the Friday Night Cafe's that are held there. She feels that this is a great way to expose the community to the arts and people seem to enjoy watching her paint and following the progress of her work.
Lynnsy believes that everyone has a story to tell and her paintings are her way of documenting her spiritual journey in life. "Documenting my life is important to me and sometimes I feel like my paintings are like having my journal entries all over the walls", states this young artist. She works primarily with oils, acrylics and collage and "Veritas in Color" (Truth in Color) is an exhibit of her recent works.
Her exhibit will be held March 4-29, 2008 with an opening reception, that is free and open to the public, from 5-8pm on Thursday, March 6.
Lynnsy Terrill has displayed her work in Indianapolis and locally at Danner's Bookstore, Mitchell Place Gallery, Muncie Alliance Church, Pathologists Associated and has had work in the consignment shop at the Artist Within.
Artworks ~ 301 South Walnut Street ~ 765-288-2221
Artworks will exhibit "Passion and Sensitivity" featuring paintings by Sandy Day. An opening reception will be held during First Thursday, March 6, 5:30pm to 8:30pm.
Sandy Day is an artist who is a long time resident of Anderson, Indiana along with her husband the three children. Day is noted for her watercolor paintings and pastel drawings throughout Indiana. Day has received many awards for her work including the Hoosier Salon, has exhibited at the Indiana Governor's Mansion and received an award for her artistic contribution to the City of Anderson. She is a member of the Madison County Art Association, Indiana Artists’ Club, Hoosier Salon, Indiana Watercolor Society and the Henry Art Association.
Ongoing Exhibits: Anna Maria Delk - Fiber Artist, Kris Gruppe - Fused Glass Artist, Bette Graham - Print Maker
Artworks is an artist owned and operated sales gallery, featuring original works for sale by outstanding Indiana artists. Regular gallery hours are from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm.
Artworks is an artist owned and operated sales gallery, featuring original works for sale by outstanding Indiana artists. Regular gallery hours are from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm.
Gallery 308 ~ 308 E. Main Street ~ 765-289-8575
Gallery 308 will exhibit "Ben Bates and Ted Neal: New Ceramics Work." The opening reception for the pair's new exhibit is First Thursday, March 6 at 308 East Main in downtown Muncie. Admission is free; refreshments will be served.
Between them they have a wealth of experience-and a wealth of talent. Neal is an assistant professor of art at Ball State; Bates is a Ceramics Studio Artist living in Libertyville, Illinois and a ceramics instructor at the College of Lake County (Illinois).
Neal enjoys working in a dichotomy of styles. He is currently exploring both utility and sculpture within the realm of the clay vessel. Themes that dominate his sculptural work are the "proliferation of mass-produced industrial objects, the modern need for portability, and the veneration of the commonplace." He is especially interested in objects that are discarded or have disappeared into the background-objects that have gone from useful to garbage and sometimes back again.
Bates is interested in the functional format as a realm of exploration but strives to transcend the utilitarian boundaries and function as sculptural elements. He uses the ideals of the vessel to clarify design and explore form as it relates to space. "To me, working in clay is more about composition, proportion and surface than it is about efficiency of use."
Gordy Fine Art & Framing ~ 224 E Main Street ~ 765-284-8422
Winchester resident Robert Farlow, well-known sculptor and oil painter, will exhibit his paintings at Gordy Fine Art and Framing in March. The artist will be on hand for a reception during the First Thursday event, from 5 to 8 PM on March 6th. Light refreshments will be served and the public is invited to attend.
Initially a teacher, Farlow has been a professional artist for over fifty years. He continues to paint and exhibit regularly, and has won numerous awards throughout Indiana. He was one of the featured artists in the book, Painting Indiana II, produced by the Indiana Plein Air Painters Association and the Center for Agricultural Science & Heritage.
Plein air painters differ from studio painters in that that they paint on the site of the scene they're depicting. Plein air artists may do sketches and studies outside and return to their studios to complete the works, but it is this initial work out-of-doors that qualifies their standard.
Mitchell Place Studio ~ 301 S Walnut
Institute for Digital Intermedia Arts & Animation Student Art & Research Showcase
Thursday March 6th, 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.
Other downtown Muncie businesses may have art exhibits or special events during First Thursdays include:
~ Cortex Hair Salon, 112 W Jackson Street - 765-288-6685
~ David Dale Designs, Interior Designs & Fine Art Gallery, 421 S Walnut Street - 765-284-4987
~ FB Fogg, 418 E Main Street - 765-289-7464
~ Glitterati in the Rose Court on Charles Street
~ 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.
Please help keep us informed of any upcoming events or exhibits in Downtown Muncie. Email details to info [at] munciedowntown.com.
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