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St. Patrick's Day Parade Set for Downtown Muncie

The 28th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade will be held Saturday March 13th beginning at 5:30p.m. in downtown Muncie Indiana.

 

Line-up will begin at 4pm at Muncie Central Field house parking lot. The parade will proceed south on Walnut Street to Charles Street and will return via Mulberry Street.

Parade entry forms will be available www.munciedowntown.com. Click here to download a parade entry form (MS Word format).

or pick one up at the Downtown Development office at the corner of Adams and Walnut streets in Downtown Muncie.

 

For more information, contact Cheryl Crowder at Downtown Development Partnership, (765) 282-7897.

 

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First Thursday Gallery Walk in Downtown Muncie

First Thursday Gallery Walk in Downtown Muncie Meet your friends in downtown Muncie Indiana for the monthly First Thursday gallery walk, March 5, from 5 to 8pm. The galleries simultaneously launch their monthly exhibits on the first Thursday evenings of every month, with meet-the-artist receptions and extended hours, live music and light refreshments.

	111 Arts Gallery & Tattoo Studio ~ 111 East Main Street ~ 765-282-8342 111 Arts Gallery will feature the works of Xorn Crowder. There will be an opening reception during First Thursday, March 4th, from 5 to 8pm at 111 E. Main Street. For more information visit www.tattooindiana.com or http://www.myspace.com/tattooindiana.
	Art and Soul by Phoebe ~ 409 South Walnut Street ~ 765-288-0005 Make a visit to the Southwest this First Thursday, March 4, 2010, at Art & Soul by Phoebe Gallery, 409 S. Walnut Street, as the Gallery's themed new show, "Landscapes-Southwest-Vibrant Color" presents itself at the Opening Reception 5pm to 9pm. Two artists share the spotlight this month, Keith Hasenbalg, Toledo, OH, a muralist, and professional artist, and Herschel Fall, Lebanon, Indiana, whose work was chosen to hang in a gallery in France. Read more...
	The Artist Within ~ 313 S Walnut Street ~ 765-289-7895 March at the Artist Within will feature "Spontaneous Reflections" an exhibit of photography by local artist Earl Dunbar at the studio and gallery, located at 313 S. Walnut Street. An opening reception will be held for the artist on First Thursday March 4, 2010 from 5-8pm. Light refreshments will be served and the reception is free and open to the public. Please make plans to meet Mr. Dunbar and visit the other Downtown Muncie Galleries that evening. Read more...
	Blue Bottle ~ 206 South Walnut Street ~ 765-284-3630 Every First Thursday is Redtail Day at Blue Bottle Coffee Shop. Stop in anytime during the day, or during First Thursday in the evening, and help support Redtail Conservancy. You can also make donations online at fortheland.org. Restaurant 2(oh!)4, part of Blue Bottle, will host an eight course Craft Beer Tasting and Food Pairing Dinner on Feb. 4. There will be two seatings at 5 pm and 8pm. Reservations are suggested and can be made at (765)284-3630 or by stopping in at Blue Bottle/Restaurant 2(oh!)4 204-6 S Walnut St., Muncie.
	Downtown Farm Stand & Farm Stand Deli 125 East Main Street ~ 765-288-3775 Downtown Farm Stand organic market at the corner of Main and Mulberry streets now carries Sue Beach's functional pottery. The Downtown Farm Stand is open during First Thursday, and offers a seasonal selection of meat, dairy, eggs, produce, bulk foods and canned goods from Indiana's finest farms and regional producers. Visit www.downtownfarmstand.com for info.
	Gallery 308 ~ 308 E. Main Street ~ 765-289-8575 Gallery 308 presents the photography of Jill Skupin Burkholder and Dan Burkholder on view March 4 - March 26 at 308 E. Main St., Muncie, Indiana, gallery hours Wednesday-Saturday noon-5:30.   An opening reception with the artists is scheduled during Downtown Muncie's First Thursday gallery walk, March 4 from 5 pm - 8 pm. Admission is free. Read more...
	Gordy Fine Art & Framing ~ 224 E Main Street ~ 765-284-8422 She Said Shred: Abstract Paintings by Shawn Causey will grace the historic wall at Gordy Fine Art and Framing in downtown Muncie for their March exhibition. A reception for the artist will be held during the monthly First Thursday gallery event on March 4, 2010, from 5 to 8 PM. Light refreshments will be served and the public is invited to attend. The show will continue through March 27th and may be viewed during normal business hours: Monday - Friday, 9 AM to 5:30 PM, Saturday, 9 -3, or by appointment. Gordy Fine Art and Framing is located at 224 East Main Street in downtown Muncie. For more information call 765-284-8422 or visit www.gordyframing.com. Read more...
	Muncie Young Professionals Group www.mypg.com Join MYPG as we mix and mingle with the Muncie Symphony Orchestra during our monthly Downtown Wind Down at the Fickle Peach!   Activities include: * Special appearance by Bohuslav Rattay (conductor) and Matthew Hooper (asst. conductor) * Instrument “petting zoo” - Show us your skills! * MSO trivia game * A chance to win FREE symphony tickets * FREE appetizers from Two Johnny’s courtesy of MSO The Downtown Wind Down, a casual social mixer, is held the first Thursday of each month at the Fickle Peach, 117 E. Charles St. The Wind Down begins at 5 p.m. and allows people to mingle with other young professionals in a relaxed, friendly environment.
	Toys Forever Models & Hobbies 311 South Walnut Street ~ 765-288-6505 On First Thursdays, Toys Forever Models & Hobbies hosts a meeting of modelers who build and detail plastic models of cars, trucks, aircraft, ships, sci-fi and other subjects. The meeting is held from 6:00PM to 8:00PM. Come see finished models on display, models in the process of being built and talk to the modelers about tips and techniques. Any person interested is welcome to join and participate in the display and discussion. For more information, contact Brandon Mundell at Toys Forever Models & Hobbies (765) 288-6505. In addition, Toys Forever Models & Hobbies will be open to the public extended hours until 8:00 PM First Thursday. Come meet our knowledgeable and friendly staff while exploring East Central Indiana's premier selection of model and hobby supplies.
Please visit all our other downtown Muncie businesses, many have extended hours or special events during First Thursdays. 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. Click Here for More Downtown Muncie Events. Please send information on your First Thursday event to info [at] munciedowntown.com, or fill out the contact form on the website.

 

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Live Jazz Tonight Performs in Downtown Muncie

Live Jazz Tonight will perform at Two Johnny's at the corner of Charles and Mulberry streets in Downtown Muncie Friday, March 5 and 19, from 7 to 10 p.m. The band performs every other Friday at this venue.

 

The band features Dr. Phil Cooley on piano, Charlie Owen on drums, Tim Van Cleave on vibes and Paul Rhine on doublebass and flute. Enjoy great food and music for a memorable dining experience.

On Sunday, March 7, Live Jazz Tonight will perform at the Kennedy Library in Muncie from 2:30 to 4. A Thelonious Monk tribute is planned, as well as original Paul Rhine compositions and other jazz standards. Come on out and enjoy this free event.

Live Jazz Tonight will return to White River Landing on Charles Street in Muncie on Friday, March 12, performing from 6:30-9:30. The band also performs at Motini's every Saturday from 9 to midnight. Motini's is located above the MT Cup in the Village.

For more information, check out the band's website: www.livejazztonight.net.

 

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Muncie Gras Postponed to March 20

Muncie Gras 2010 has been postponed to Saturday, March 20, due to current and forecast weather conditions.

Any tickets that have been purchased for the February 20th date are valid for the new date; however pre-sold tickets are non-refundable.

The annual Muncie Mardi Gras celebration will now take place Saturday, March 20, from 7pm-2am in the Streets of Downtown Muncie.

Stay tuned to munciedowntown.com/munciegras or facebook.com/munciegras for details regarding any changes that may occur in the entertainment line up and other events of the evening.


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St. Patrick's Day Parade Set for Downtown Muncie

28th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade will be held Saturday March 13th beginning at 5:30p.m. Line-up will begin at 4pm at Muncie Central Field house parking lot. The parade will proceed south on Walnut Street to Charles St. and return via Mulberry St.

Parade entry forms will be available www.munciedowntown.com. Click here to download application (MS Word format).

For more information or applications, contact Cheryl Crowder at Downtown Development Partnership, (765) 282-7897.


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Early Registration Discount for Snowed In Family Camp at Minnetrista!

Spend the night at Minnetrista during "Snowed In: A family overnight adventure!" Friday & Saturday, February 26 & 27 from 7 p.m. Friday to 10 a.m. Saturday.

Science! Nature! Fun! Pretend you're snowed in for the night at Minnetrista! How will you survive? It's an overnight experience for your family and a chance to see new exhibits at Minnetrista after hours! This is a great opportunity for learning at any age. A fun night for adult and child!

You and your family will have a BLAST at this overnight family camp at Minnetrista. We're planning lots of fun activities, like: building a sleeping fort, exploring the exhibits, eating astronaut ice cream snacks, creating a family art project and learning about the stars.

Don't forget to bring your sleeping bag and pillow!

Sign up before February 15 and get $5 off the program price! Call or email to RSVP

Price: Member Family $20 per adult-child pair; $10 each additional child, Non-member Family $25 per adult-child pair; $12 each additional child. (includes snacks and breakfast)

Questions? Call (765) 213-3549 or visit minnetrista.net for more information.


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The Miracle Worker at Muncie Civic Theatre

Muncie Civic Theatre presents The Miracle Worker on the Mainstage Theatre, February 19th-20th, 26th-28th, and March 4th-6th. Thursday through Saturday performances are at 7:30pm and the Sunday matinee on February 28th is at 2:00pm. Tickets are $15 for adults and $7 for students.

Immortalized onstage and screen, this classic tells the story of Annie Sullivan and her student, blind and mute Helen Keller. The Miracle Worker dramatizes the volatile relationship between the lonely teacher and her charge. Helen, trapped in her secret world, is violent, spoiled, and almost sub-human and treated by her family as such. Only Annie realizes that there is a mind and spirit waiting to be rescued from the dark, tortured silence.

Following scenes of intense physical and emotional struggle, Annie's success with Helen finally comes with the utterance of a single word: "water". Helen Keller went on to become an author of 14 books and one of the most influential speakers in the world. Join us as we experience the beginnings of this amazing story. Directed by Robby Tompkins.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.munciecivic.org or by calling 288.PLAY or by stopping by the Box Office, Tuesday-Friday from Noon-6:00pm at 216 E. Main Street in Muncie.

Go online to www.munciecivic.org for complete season information.


Cast List:

Annie Sullivan: Tonya Kunkel
Helen Keller: Paige Cooper
Captain Keller: Jeff Shull
Kate Keller: Antoinette Heard
James Keller: Aaron Beal
Aunt Ev: Rita Wessel
Viney: Denise Hurt
Jimmie Sullivan: Kevin Kratz
Martha: Brianna Tschuor
Percy: Wally Kern
Doctor: Bob Green
Dr. Anagnos: Gary Kern

Blind Girls:
Katie Bitterman
Katie Donahue
Lucy East
Hallie Gick
JJ Kern
Laura Schmidt
Rossi Wingler
Chelsea Wardrop


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Free Muncie Gras Ticket to the 500th Fan on Facebook!

Muncie Gras is just around the corner, and organizers are giving away a FREE ticket for Muncie Gras 2010 to the 500th person to become a fan of the Muncie Gras facebook page! Winner will be notified by email.

On the fan page, you can post your own Muncie Gras photos, videos and links to entertainment websites and other Muncie Gras event listings on facebook. Become a fan today! You'll receive up-to-the-minute updates on Facebook, and you'll be the first to know when next year's Muncie Gras details are available.

Find Muncie Gras on Facebook at facebook.com/munciegras. You can also follow Muncie Gras on twitter @munciegras.

The 9th Annual Muncie Mardi Gras celebration returns to the streets of downtown Muncie Indiana on Saturday night, February 20, from 7pm-2am.


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Cornerstone Center for the Arts Opens Registration for Spring 6 Week Classes

The Cornerstone Arts Program is excited to introduce its spring six week classes, which will run from March 8th to April 22nd. The Arts Program offers classes for youth and adults in numerous areas of the arts. This is a small sampling of classes in a shorter session.

Youth classes (Age 1 through 8th grade) include: Early Art, Youth Art, Art Exploration, Hip Hop for boys and girls, Indian & Bollywood Dancing, Tap Dancing, , and Youth Drama.

9th Grade - Adult classes include: Digital Photography, Drawing, Painting, Ceramics, Cardio Dance Movement, Stage Combat, Line Dancing, & Swing Dancing

In addition, the Cornerstone Arts Program offers private music instruction throughout the year for all ages in the following areas: Drums, Guitar, Piano, Voice, Strings, Trumpet, and Saxophone.

These classes are a great way to have fun, start a new hobby or learn a new skill! Come explore, create, and escape at Cornerstone Center for the Arts!

The full session with multiple classes in each art form will be offered again in the summer. The schedule will be announced in early May.

Register at www.cornerstonearts.org or pick up a brochure in the building for class details. Call Cornerstone Center for the Arts at 765.281.9503 ext. 15 for additional information.


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Muncie Ballet Offers Peter Pan Workshop Classes

When a child performs for an audience they can imagine dream and discover their talents. Muncie Ballet performs two complete story book ballets each season. Join us for Peter Pan six week dance classes, and give your child the magic of ballet theatre.

The six week classes are a great introduction to dance and Muncie Ballet one-of-a-kind performances. Dance or stage experience is not required. Learn a few new steps along the way too. After completing the classes students will perform in Peter Pan with Muncie Ballet.

6 Week classes March 3 - April 10 Perform in Muncie Ballet's Peter Pan April 17th Class fee $75.00

Free family tickets! Costume rental fee included! Tuition assistance available.

Grade K-3 , Wednesday 5:30-6:15 March 3- April 7
Crocodile - slither and jump and be ready for action

Pre K-K Wednesday 6:15-7:00 March 3- April 7
Tip toes, turning & twirling Tinker bells

Grade K-3 Saturday 10:15-11 March 6- April 10
Aarghh Come be a Pirate and dance like a sailor.

Registration RSVP Contact Lisa Love, Muncie Ballet
765-216-5472

www.MuncieBallet.org



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Winter Happenings at Minnetrista

New lower admission at Minnetrista

Minnetrista is pleased to announce that it has lowered the general admission fee to a $5 flat rate. Under the new pricing structure, children age 3 and under will be admitted free. And as always, members of Minnetrista are admitted free.

This rate change makes it easy for a family of four to visit Minnetrista for $20 and explore our incredible exhibits. There is always something new to discover at Minnetrista!



A cool way to keep warm!

This winter, visit your public library to check out a FREE ADMISSION pass to Minnetrista! Participating libraries allow cardholders to check out a pass just like a book! We have exciting exhibits to experience all winter long!

For additional information:
Call (765) 282-4848 or (800) 428-5887
Or visit our Web site at www.minnetrista.net


Discover All Day:


Casey's Clubhouse (NEW!!)

Let your kids become explorers at Casey's Clubhouse at Minnetrista. This interactive exhibit encourages kids to explore their world with their senses and with explorer tools. The clubhouse has secret hiding places and lots of fun items to explore. But the exploration doesn't end there. Families can checkout real explorer tools from the front desk to explore sites on Minnetrista's 40-acre campus.


Minnetrista Boulevard Walk
Daily, 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Take a walk on the boulevard! Minnetrista Boulevard is the site of the beautiful former Ball family homes. This walking tour is filled with stories of history, nature, and gardens.

(Tour includes the G.A. Ball home). Meet in the lobby of the Center Building.


FEBRUARY______________________________________

ADULT PROGRAMS


PBS Club:
American Experience: John and Abigail Adams
Wednesday, February 17
2-4 p.m.


Share an intelligent, stimulating group conversation on John & Abigail Adams. Join us on the third Wednesday of each month from 2-4 p.m. Every meeting we will view a different educational program from WIPB and then have a facilitated group discussion of what we have watched.

Price: Free to members and non-members


Cold Combing Glass Jewelry Wednesday, February 17

Friday, February 5
5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Cut glass, create a template and create some jewelry in this fun class. Participants will learn glass cutting, cold combing, and fusing techniques and complete a jewelry pendant to be picked up at a later date.

Price: members $20, non-members $25


FAMILY PROGRAMS


Snowed In!
(indoors overnight at Minnetrista)

Family (adults w/ kids ages 6-9)
Friday & Saturday, February 26 & 27
7 p.m. Friday to 10 a.m. Saturday

Science, Nature, Fun! Pretend you're snowed in for the night at Minnetrista! How will we survive? It's an overnight experience for your family and an opportunity to see new exhibits at Minnetrista after hours! This is a great opportunity for learning at any age and spending quality family time together. A fun night for adult and child!

Price: Member Family $20 per adult-child pair; $10 each additional child, Non-member Family $25 per adult-child pair; $12 each additional child

Registration Deadline: February 22


EXHIBITS

Eyes on Earth
Through May 9, 2010

Eyes on Earth is a hands-on exhibit designed to help people understand how the Earth is observed from space. This exciting exhibit will help visitors become aware of the importance of satellites in our world.


Disease Detectives
February 13 - May 30, 2010

This exhibition explores the world of infectious diseases. There are many different people involved in solving an infectious disease mystery. Discover why young Adam can't enjoy his birthday cake or why Yolanda has become deathly ill while visiting her family.


20th Minnetrista Annual Juried Art Show and Sale
February 20 - May 2, 2010

This year marks the twentieth anniversary of the Annual Juried Art Show and Sale. This show features the finest of regional talent. A catalog of the art show entries will commemorate this anniversary year.


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