Downtown News & Events

Downtown News!!!



The Challenge (credit to Genny Gordy):

Let’s challenge ourselves and our employees to do a portion of our holiday shopping from downtown merchants! Please post this information in your lunch room or a prominent place so that all employees and customers will see it….or better yet forward the email to them.

Downtown offers a wide array of potential gifts:

* Art in all price ranges (Gordy's, Artworks Gallery, Artist within, Blue bottle, David Dale Designs, Mitchell Place)
* Handmade paper anything; world famous animal clocks, gifts from around the world, and fun clothes (FB Fogg)
* One-of-a-kind women's clothing (Town Boutique, FB Fogg)
* Jewelry (Pazols, Standts, Murray’s, Jeff Carter, Wishbone gifts, Artworks Gallery)
* Cameras, binoculars, telescopes, etc. (Jack's Camera Shop)
* Bikes & accessories (Kirk’s Bike Shop)
* Glass art (Artworks Gallery, Gordy's, FB Fogg)
* Vases, plates, decorator items, plants, balloons, flowers (Dandelions, Normandy)
* Gift certificates available all over downtown
* Gift certificates for art classes all ages (the Artist Within, Gordy's)
* Clothing & hats, accessories for men & women (Town Boutique)
* Gift certificates for meals from any of the restaurants
* Watches, figurines, fine pens, posters (Jewelry stores, Wishbone gifts)
* Stationery & cards (Dandelions, Gordy's, Artworks Gallery)
* Musical instruments/lessons (Muncie Music Center)
* Picture framing (Gordy’s, Jack’s Camera Shop)
* Vacuum sweepers (T&H Sweeper)
* YMCA memberships
* YWCA memberships
* Civic Theatre memberships
* US Savings Bonds (banks)
* Candy (Artworks Gallery, FB Fogg)


Also remember to eat at the downtown restaurants while doing your shopping or on your lunch hour: Blue Bottle, Vera Mae Bistro, Mezza Luna, White River Landing, Uncle Monte, Stirlings, Subway, Judges Chambers, NY, McDonalds, Rally’s, Hotel Roberts.


Dates and Events to remember:



New: Blue Bottle will have a coffee cart in the downtown YMCA lobby. Also they have

Blue Bottle Coffee Shop has expanded its hours on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. On those days, the coffee shop will close at 10 PM. A line of chocolates, jellybeans, and other sweet goodies are now available for retail. You can take home Blue Bottle Coffee in 12oz packages too. Stop in and see what all they have.


December 10th 9:00pm DOC’S Country Kross Roads

December 11th 10am-4:00pm FB Fogg, Saturday Salon featuring miniatures, pottery, jewelry, wine and much more.

December 11th at DOC’S Interphase & Hip Hop Anonymous

December 15th 9:00pm Mike Martin and the Singer/Songwriter Showcase at DOC’S

December 16th Poppa Jazz at DOC’S 9:00pm

December 17th 9:00pm at DOC’S Red Asphalt

December 22st 9:00pm Mike Martin and the Singer/Songwriter Showcase at DOC’S

December 23rd Poppa Jazz at DOC’S 9:00pm

December 24th open to the public Folly Moon Christmas Party at DOC’S

December 31st at DOC’S News Eve with Walking Catfish

January 14-15th 8:00pm Muncie Civic Theatre presents THE SECOND CITY national touring company—see comedy stars in the making, hilarious satire and cutting-edge improvisation.

Ongoing, at David Dale Designs, 421 S. Walnut St. the Ontario Art Collection open to the public for purchase. The exhibit will run through Dec. 31st.

Downtown Events

News from the great group of Do It Downtown!

Dates and Events to remember:


November 17th 9:00 pm at Doc’s, Folly Moon

November 18th 7 pm At Mitchell Place Gallery: Dana Froemminger, figurative ceramic artist.

November 19th 7 pm at Vera Mae’s: the Second annual Wine/Art Auction for the benefit of Mitchell Place Gallery.

November 19th at Doc’s, Ridiculishus

November 20th at Doc’s Catfish

November 21st 2:30 pm at Mitchell Place Gallery: Heartland Stage Co. returns for the reading of two plays; The Reluctant Nudist by Fred Woodress and To Serve Justice by Jerry Burchard.

November 24th 9:00pm Folly Moon

November 26th 9:00pm The Goat

November thru 27th at Mitchell Place Gallery: “Species of Light” exhibit.

December 2nd 5:00pm-8:00pm at Gordy Fine Art & Framing: “Middletown Studies” in prints by David Johnson.

December 2nd 5:00pm-8:00pm Ontario Art Collection opens to the public for purchase. The exhibit will run through Dec. 31st.

December 2-4th 5:00pm -8:00pm, Light up the town: downtown merchants will be lighting their windows and placing luminaries on the sidewalks.

December 3rd and 4th at 8:00pm Muncie Civic Theatre presents the Broadway Musical version of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol

December 5th at 2:00pm Muncie Civic Theatre presents the Broadway Musical version of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol

December 11th 10am-4:00pm FB Fogg, Saturday Salon featuring miniatures, pottery, jewelry, wine and much more.


Keep in mind the downtown Holiday walk will be December 2-4 from 5:00pm -8:00pm. We are asking that all business owners put out luminaries in front of your shop and down the street (if you are willing). Spread the word that there will be horse and carriage rides….Yea!!! Let’s light up downtown!

Downtown Events

News from the great group of Do It Downtown!



At our last meeting, there was a majority opinion that wanted to continue our Downtown Luminaries. This will be a much smaller version supported by the downtown merchants. We have contacted Ed Teal, the gentleman with carriage rides, to give carriage rides downtown on Dec. 2nd and 3rd. This will cost us $250 a night. We still need a couple of sponsors. So far we have $300 pledged. If you are willing to help out with the cost, contact Jay at Kirk's Bikes or Rod Crossland at Wishbone Gifts.



Dates and Events to remember:



November 3rd-27th at Mitchell Place Gallery the exhibit of Species of Light.

November 11th 9:00 pm at Doc’s, Ross Locke and Midwest DJ’s

November 12th 9:00 pm at Doc’s, Country Kross Roads

November 13th 9:00 pm at Doc’s, Hip Hop Anonymous

November 13th 10:00 am at Jacks Camera Shop free seminar, “Easy Prints from Digital” bring your camera and/or media. RSVP needed

November 13th at Vera Mae’s 2 shows 7:30pm and 9:00pm an evening of live jazz with Eric Schneider Quartet, cover: $12/person

November 13th 10am-4pm at FB Fogg 7 artist will be featured at this special Holiday Preview Saturday Salon.

November 17th 9:00 pm at Doc’s, Folly Moon

November 18th 7 pm At Mitchell Place Gallery: Dana Froemminger, figurative ceramic artist.

November 19th 7 pm at Vera Mae’s: the Second annual Wine/Art Auction for the benefit of Mitchell Place Gallery.

November 19th at Doc’s, Ridiculishus

November 20th at Doc’s Catfish

November 21st 2:30 pm at Mitchell Place Gallery: Heartland Stage Co. returns for the reading of two plays; The Reluctant Nudist by Fred Woodress and To Serve Justice by Jerry Burchard.

Downtown Events

News from the great group of Do It Downtown!

Dates and Events to remember:

Holiday Walk update: Originally, we were going to have each business take care of their own area with set up, etc. Penny Prow arranged it so that Community Corrections will be setting up the luminaries for us. The only part we really need to worry about is making sure the candles are getting lit at 5 and being extinguished at 8 p.m. Thank you Penny!!!!!!!


NOW OPEN: the Artist Within 313 S. Walnut St. paint your own pottery, gift shop, and gallery.

November 26th 9:00pm The Goat at Doc’s

November 27th 9:00pm Flipside at Doc’s

November thru 27th at Mitchell Place Gallery: “Species of Light” exhibit.

December 1st 9:00pm Mike Martin and the Singer/Songwriter Showcase at Doc’s

December 2nd ‘First Thursday’ at Mitchell Place Gallery presents an exhibition by Arlon Bayliss featuring one-of-a-kind glass sculptures, vessels and wall hangings.

December 2nd 5:00pm-8:00pm at Gordy Fine Art & Framing: “Middletown Studies” in prints by David Johnson.

December 2nd 5:00pm-8:00pm at David Dale Designs, 421 S. Walnut St.
Ontario Art Collection opens to the public for purchase. The exhibit will run through Dec. 31st.

December 2nd Poppa Jazz at Doc’s 9:00pm

December 2-4th 5:00pm -8:00pm, Light up the town: downtown merchants will be lighting their windows and placing luminaries on the sidewalks.

December 2-4th Pazols will be having the Friends Memorial Church set up at the front of the Copy Dept. at 123 S. Walnut—the church will be collecting non perishable items for the food pantry.

December 3rd and 4th at 8:00pm Muncie Civic Theatre presents the Broadway Musical version of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol

December 4th 9:00pm at Doc’s Austin Bridges

December 5th at 2:00pm Muncie Civic Theatre presents the Broadway Musical version of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol

December 8th 9:00pm Mike Martin and the Singer/Songwriter Showcase at Doc’s

December 10th 9:00pm Doc’s Country Kross Roads

December 11th 10am-4:00pm FB Fogg, Saturday Salon featuring miniatures, pottery, jewelry, wine and much more.

December 11th at Doc’s Interphase & Hip Hop Anonymous

December 15th 9:00pm Mike Martin and the Singer/Songwriter Showcase at Doc’s

December 16th Poppa Jazz at Doc’s 9:00pm

December 17th 9:00pm at Doc’s Red Asphalt

December 22st 9:00pm Mike Martin and the Singer/Songwriter Showcase at Doc’s

December 23rd Poppa Jazz at Doc’s 9:00pm

December 24th open to the public Folly Moon Christmas Party at Doc’s

December 31st at Doc’s News Eve with Walking Catfish

January 14-15th 8:00pm Muncie Civic Theatre presents THE SECOND CITY national touring company—see comedy stars in the making, hilarious satire and cutting-edge improvisation.


Holiday walk will be December 2-4 from 5:00pm -8:00pm. Spread the word that there will be horse and carriage rides….Yea!!! Let’s light up downtown!


Happy Thanksgiving!!!!!

Artworks Gallery schedule

Artworks Gallery Inc. corner of Walnut and Adams street, hours M-F 11:30-5:30

Our annual highly anticipated artist holiday tree will be decorated and lit on November 6th. Artworks has over 25 artist, many have created handmade ornaments for this tree. The ornaments will range in price from $5. up and will be of various mediums: paper, beads, ceramic, glass, Santa gourds, fiber arts.

November 7th is the Artworks gallery bus trip to SOFA exhibit in Chicago. This is open to the public and cost $40 which includes the bus trip, entry ticket to SOFA, 2 meals and lots of fun! Call Nancy Norris for more details (h) 765-282-2016 or (w) 765-608-6204.

Artworks Gallery will celebrate it's 3rd year anniversary on November 11th. We will be treating our board members to dinner at Vera Mae's then retiring at the gallery.

Middletown Idol

Congratulations to Beth Levell-Davis, winner of the Middletown Idol contest.
More than 60 vocalists entered in the competition, sponsored by the Community Arts and Building Foundation and WLBC radio.
Michael Andrews placed second, and Allison Saul placed third.

Witches Ball at Center Stage

Witches Ball at Center Stage
Welcome....all witches, vampires, monsters, ghosts and ghouls. ("Oh Yeah, and humans too. ") We invite you to join us for... The First Annual "Witches Ball"
Saturday, October 30th at Center Stage, 306 South Walnut Street, Downtown Muncie
Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
Show starts 6:30 p.m. - 2 a.m.

The spirit of All Hallow's Eve will be alive and well throughout the evenings' activities. Although some of our guests may be dead... (or undead), this Ball won't be!

The evening will include live music from six different bands from all over the midwest, costume contests, tarot readings, door prizes, enchanting gift baskets, and much more!!!!

Tickets on sale now!
Tickets in advance: $10.00, at the door: $13.00

For more information, or to participate, E-Mail: cabercrombie2004@comcast.net

more details including vendors and band line-up at: http://www.witchesball.net

This is an all ages event.... while offering a cash bar with beer, wine, & Spirits for 21 & older. Portions of the proceeds will go to...

"Haden's Heroes"
Haden Michael Gaunt was born August 15,2003. Named in honor of his father's beloved cousin, Aaron Michael Gaunt, (12/5/79 - 9/24/01).

Haden has been diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder called Hurler's Syndrome. Hurler's is referred to as a "storage disorder" in which his body lacks the necessary enzymes to dispose of unneeded cells. The wasted cells are stored in internal organs and brain. If not treated, Haden's life will be considerably shortened. Meanwhile his condition will progressively deteriorate to the point of respiratory and cardiac distress, bone deformities, severe pain and mental decline.

In order for Haden to receive enzyme replacement therapy, his parents, Nick and Brooke, drive him four hours (one- way) every other week to Cincinnati Children's Hospital as there is currently no treatment for Hurler's in Indiana. The infusion takes several hours each time. A bone marrow transplant is the only chance Haden has for survival and time is of the essence. A national search of the registry is currently underway to find a suitable donor. It is hopeful the transplant can be done in October. When that occurs, Haden will be hospitalized for several months in Cincinnati.

His parents must shoulder an overwhelming financial burden. Nick and Brooke are in dire need of moral and financial support. They live in Dunkirk, Indiana where Nick works at a small, non union manufacturing plant. Brooke works part-time in local nursing home. Brooke will stay by Haden's side through the week and Nick must try to visit with his family on the weekends. The trips to Cincinnati have drained on their savings, stressed their vehicles and compromised their jobs as well. There has been little good news for this young family.....

But there is HOPE for HADEN.

Portions of proceeds on merchandise, raffle tickets, and every ticket sold to the Witches Ball will go to this family that desperately needs support. Thanks to all of our sponsors and all who come in support of Haden Michael Gaunt.

Hotel Roberts Renovation

The historic Hotel Roberts will be undergoing remodeling in the coming months.
Built by developer George D. Roberts in 1921, the hotel is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

YMCA Open House

YMCA Open House
Downtown Branch, 500 South Mulberry St.
Thursday, November 11, 6:30 am - 7:30 pm
Opento the public with FREE facility tours, FREE fitness evaluations (limited),FREE massage therapy, and refreshments all day. The pool will be open witha giant snail slide for the kids in the evening from 5 to 7 pm.
The next6-week program session begins November 8. For program fees or additionalinformationvisit www.muncieymca.org or call 765-281-YMCA.

Magna Cum Murder

Magna Cum Murder crime writing festival returns October 22 to 24 at the Hotel Roberts and Horizon Convention Center in Downtown Muncie, Indiana.
Guest of Honor is Alexander McCall Smith, True Crime Guest of Honor is Don Hale, and Banquet Keynote Speaker is Dr. Elliot Engel.
Registration is required and costs $185 for all events, $95 for Saturday only (banquet NOT included), $40 for Saturday Luncheon only, or $45 for Saturday banquet only.
Registration deadline is October 13.
For more information, call 765-285-8975, fax 765-747-9566 or email jamabigger@aol.com or kennisonk@aol.com.
Details available at www.magnacummurder.com

Halloween at Muncie Children's Museum

The Basement is Back!
Muncie Children's Museum's The Basement returns for another Halloween season. This year's theme is An Underground Circus.
The haunting begins October 7 and continues through Halloween. Hours are 7 - 11 p.m. at the Muncie Children's Museum, 515 South High Street, Downtown Muncie.
Admission is $6 (museum membership is not applicable).
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR YOUNG CHILDREN!!
Instead, bring them to:

Monster Masquerade
Saturday, October 30, 10 am - 11:30 am
Activities include a costume contest, creepy crafts, scary snacks and a haunted photo.
The cost of this special event is $15 for MCM members and $25 for non-MCM members. Seating is limited and registration is required!! For more information or to register your child, please contact the museum at 765-286-1660.

For more information on these and other MCM events, visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com

Call for Arts

Muncie is a city of the arts, and audition season is upon us. Classes, too!

The White River Youth Choir is for singers ages 8 to 18. A registration and information meeting is August 30 at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Arts and Building Foundation, 520 E. Main Street.
Rehearsals will begin Monday, Sept. 13. For more information, call 765-282-8476.

Muncie Ballet Studio begins a new dance season with an open house Sept. 7 from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at 520 E. Main Street.
Visitors can review or register for classes, meet teachers, and view demonstrations. Volunteers can also sign up to help with the annual holiday performance of The Children's Nutcracker in December.
Auditions for upper-level classes will be Thursday, September 9.
For more information, visit www.muncieballet.org.

Muncie Civic Theatre will have general auditions on Thursday, Sept. 2 at 6:30 p.m. on the main stage, 216 E. Main Street in Downtown Muncie.
Auditions are for the 2004-2005 season as well as for the Studio Theatre Cabaret and Alternative Programming series. Auditioners will be asked to prepare a monologue and a song (if auditioning for musicals). An accompanist will be provided for singers.
Roles are open for the following productions: A Christmas Carol, Sherlock Holmes, Fools, Honk!, Into the Woods, Hoagy Carmichael & Cole Porter Cabaret, Jerome Kern and Harold Arlen Cabaret, My Three Angels, The Rocky Horror Show and Equus.

Artists are sought for the fourth annual "Open Space: Art About the Land," an art competition and exhibition. "Open Space," organized by Brian Gordy and co-sponsored by Minnetrista, seeks to recognize and encourage artists in Indiana who derive creative inspiration from the land (nature) or whose work celebrates the nature of open space as it relates to land.
Deadline for actual work is Sept. 3 and 4. The event will open at Minnetrista with a reception Sept. 17 from 5:30-7:30 pm.
The exhibition will run through October 17 at Minnetrista, from Nov. 7-30 at the Art Association of Henry County, and from Dec. 7 to Jan. 7 at the Anderson Fine Arts Center.
The competition has been a fund-raise for Red-tail Conservancy for the past three years. Any artist who submits work and pays the entry fee is automatically a member of Red-tail Conservancy for a year.
Artists interested in submitting work should contact Minnetrista Cultural Center, 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy, Muncie IN 47303, call 765-282-4848, or email kvincent@eciheritage.net. To download entry materials, go to www.fortheland.com.

The Community Arts & Building Foundation Inc. (formerly Muncie Center for the Arts and Community Civic Center) begins its fall session of arts classes September 11 - November 21. Arts classes for all ages include The Strings Institute, Private & Group Piano, Private & Group Flute, many levels of Dance Theatre and Visual Arts, and American Sign Language.
Registration Deadline is September 1. For more information call 765-281-9503, ext. 23. The Community Arts & Building Foundation, Inc. is located at 520 E. Main Street.

Local artist Karen Fisher will offer an oil painting class on Tuedays beginning in September at Mitchell Place Gallery, 301 S. Walnut Street in Downtown Muncie.
The class will help the artist "satisfy your desire to create and acquire the skills to help you fulfill that desire." The class will meet for 10 weeks from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays beginning September 14. The fee is $125 plus supplies.
For more information or to enroll call 765-284-2919.

Gordy's Fine Art & Framing, 224 E. Main Street in Downtown Muncie, will host a 10-week series of arts & crafts classes from September 13 to November 18.
Mother & Child Art Studio will be taught by Ginny Gordy, Intermediate/Advanced Watercolor will be taught by store owner Brian Gordy, and Knitting (European or Continental Style) will be taught by Lina Gordy.
Fore more information call 765-284-8422.

Attention Job Seekers!

Job hunters can take advantage of a couple upcoming free events:

THE STAR PRESS CAREER SHOWCASE
Tuesday, Sept. 14 • 10 am - 6 pm
at the Horizon Convention Center, Downtown Muncie
Free to the public
Come face to face with quality employment opportunities at The Star Press Career Showcase. As a job seeker, interact with energetic businesses who will even interview promising candidates on the spot.
Organizations represented include Alexandria School of Scientific Therapeutics, Alltrista Corp., Ball State University, Bankers Life & Casualty, Cardinal Health System, Centrial Indiana Carpenters Joint Apprenticeship & Training Program, Hiner Transport, Indiana Wesleyan University, Ivy Tech, Muncie Police Department, Pizza King, Rural King, Rush Temporaries, The Star Press, TruGreen/ChemLawn, Weaver Popcorn and WMDH Radio.

WORK ONE JOB SEARCH WORKSHOP
Wednesday, Sept. 15 • 9 - 11:30 am
at the WorkOne office, 201 E. Charles Street, Downtown Muncie.
Topics will include resumes and cover letters, interviews, skill assessment, and self-marketing strategies. Register at the office, or call 289-1861, ext. 115.

American Heart Walk

The American Heart Association
Heart Walk
Saturday, September 18
at the Muncie Family YMCA in Downtown Muncie
Walk begins at 8 am (registration at 7 am)
For more information, call 765-288-4448 or visit www.muncieymca.org.
If you are interested in being part of the 2004 American Heart Walk, call 317-873-3640 or visit www.heartwalk.kintera.org/eastcentralin

Star Press Rummage Roundup

Star Press Rummage Roundup
Saturday, Sept. 18 • 8 am - 3 pm
Delaware County Fairgrounds Memorial Building
Free admission • Free parking • Food and Restroom Facilities Available
The public is invited to shop or to sell. Booth space is $30 for 10'x10' space, and includes a 3-line garage sale ad in the Star Press. Booths are available on a first come, first served basis. Only 60 booths available. Reservation deadline is by noon on Monday, Sept. 13.
For more information or to purchase a booth, call 765-213-5777 or 1-800-883-0730.

Star Press Rummage Roundup

Star Press Rummage Roundup
Saturday, Sept. 18 • 8 am - 3 pm
Delaware County Fairgrounds Memorial Building
Free admission • Free parking • Food and Restroom Facilities Available
The public is invited to shop or to sell. Booth space is $30 for 10'x10' space, and includes a 3-line garage sale ad in the Star Press. Booths are available on a first come, first served basis. Only 60 booths available. Reservation deadline is by noon on Monday, Sept. 13.
For more information or to purchase a booth, call 765-213-5777 or 1-800-883-0730.

Ribfest '04

RIBFEST RETURNS FOR TWO DELICIOUS DAYS!

Saturday, August 7 • Noon - 11:00 pm AND
Sunday, August 8 • 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Muncie's finest BBQ comes to Downtown Muncie....Sample them all, then vote for the Best of Ribfest! Come for the food, and stay for the vendors, crafts and fun for the kids including pony rides and a rock climbing wall.
Musical entertainment on the WMDH / Star Press Stage will include Ryan Caudill and Country Crossroads, Pray for Mojo, and Cooke & Bell on Saturday. Local bands will also perform at the top of each hour.
On Sunday, The Bob Eichhorn Band and River of Life Church Choir will be among the entertainment on the WMDH / Star Pres Stage, plus a Karaoke contest.
For more information, call Cheryl Crowder at Downtown Development at 765-282-7897, or email cherylcrowder@munciedowntown.com.

All About Artists Month at MCM

The Muncie Children's Museum is celebrating All About Artists month in August. Each week will feature a different art-related theme.
Participants can learn about different art styles, and take part activities to go along with MCM's daily summer themes like Tasty Tuesdays and Wacky Wednesdays.
For more details, call 765-286-1660 or visit the Muncie Children's Museum website at http://www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.

Garfield Beanie Babies

The beloved characters of Muncie's own Garfield are now available as Ty Beanie Babies at the Muncie Visitor's Bureau, 425 North High Street in Downtown Muncie.
The exclusive series is being sold at the MVB through an arrangement with Paws, Inc.
For more information call the Muncie Visitor's Bureau at 765-284-2700. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays.

END OF SUMMER JAM

Tickets go on sale Monday, August 2, at 10 a.m. for Downtown Development's Third Annual "End of Summer Jam," featuring Peter Frampton and Kansas, Friday, Sept. 10 in the streets of Downtown Muncie. Ticket prices range from $15 to $45.

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Press Release
July 18, 2004
Contact: Brian Lough BriLough@aol.com

Frampton Comes Alive In Downtown Muncie

Peter Frampton, one of the biggest arena rock star of the 70’s and classic rock legends Kansas will play at this years End-of-Summer Jam, September 10th in the streets of Downtown Muncie.

Frampton’s fame skyrocketed with the release of the album “Frampton Comes Alive” which became the biggest selling live album of its time. Selling over 16 million copies to date, the album includes his hits “Show Me the Way,” “Baby, I Love Your Way,” and “Do You Feel Like I Do.”

An original member of Humble Pie, Frampton is known as one of the best live performers and guitarist in the world.

Also appearing on stage is Kansas featuring original band members, Steve Walsh, Phil Ehart, Robby Steinhardt and Rich Williams. The band is best known for their classic hits “Dust in the Wind,” “Point of No Return,” and “Carry on Wayward Son.”

Starting the evening off will be Drama Queen, an all female band playing hits from Heart and Fleetwood Mac.

This is the third Muncie End-of-Summer Jam. Previous artist include BTO, Grand Funk Railroad, Little River Band, Foreigner, and Atlanta Rhythm Section.

Tickets for the concert are available through all Ticketmaster location and at Ticketmaster.com. Prices are $45 for VIP, $25 and $20 for reserved seating and $15 for lawn.

The event is sponsored by Budweiser, Stoops Automotive Group, WLBC, MAX, WERK, The Star Press and Downtown Development Partnership.

For more information, visit Ticketmaster online or call Downtown Development at 765-282-7897.

YART Returns to Downtown Muncie

The annual YART sale returns for the second year to the corner of Charles and Walnut Streets. This year's sale is August 21 from 8 p.m. to dusk. Yart is a rummage sale featuring original art by local and student artists (Art + Yard Sale = YART). For more information, call Luke at 254-9556.

Uncle Monte's Grand Opening

Welcome Downtown, Uncle Monte!
Uncle Monte's Soul Food Dining & Entertainment restaurant will celebrate its Grand Opening on Tuesday, August 3, at 600 South Mulberry Street. Uncle Monte's will be serving up some fried catfish and chicken and home-style side dishes, baked and vegetarian meals for the health-conscious eater, and of course - desserts. A stage in the dining room will feature music and entertainment, especially on the weekends.
The smoke-free restaurant will be open Tuesdays through Sundays. Reservations are recommended. Uncle Monte's moved downtown from its former location on Hoyt Avenue.
For more information, call 288-8410.

The Great Lakes Story continues at Minnetrista

LIGHTHOUSES OF THE GREAT LAKES
What: Former lighthouse keepers of the Big Sable Lighthouse in Ludington, Michigan will share their experience in "Lighthouses of the Great Lakes" at Minnetrista Cultural Center.
When: Thursday, August 12, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.,
Cost: Registration deadline is August 5 and costs $5 per non-member (members are free). To register, call (765) 213-3549.

Mezza Luna is Expanding

After regaining their beer and wince license, downtown restaurant Mezza Luna is planning to add on a large banquet room. According to a Star-Press report, the expansion is one of several improvements, including a new menu, planned by the fine eatery. Mezza Luna is located at 105 East Main Street, at the corner of Main and Walnut streets.

It's Fair Time Again!

Bring the family Downtown by the river for the 152nd Delaware County Fair
1210 N. Wheeling Ave., Muncie, Indiana
4-H Events July 23 ~ 28, 2004 • Fair and Midway July 26 ~ 31, 2004
FREE Entry Every Day! • $2.00 Parking after 4pm/12pm on Saturday
or Park & Ride MITS Free Shuttle from the Fieldhouse Monday-Friday from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Saturday from Noon to 11 p.m..
Midway by Mid America Shows • Parker City, Indiana
Click Here to Download the PDF

or read on for details and Fair Schedule...

The 152nd DELAWARE COUNTY FAIR

4-H Pre Fair Events

Sunday July 18
7:00pm ~ Queen Contest @ the Ball State Student Center / Cardinal Room

Monday July 19
9:00am 4-H Tractor Driving / Grandstand
1:00pm-5:30pm 4-H Sewing, Fashion Revue, and Consumer Clothing Judging @ Delta H.S.

Tuesday July 20
3:00pm Judging 4-H Foods and Microwave Cooking @ Delta HS

Wednesday July 21
9:30am Judging Non-animal and Mini 4-H projects in the Memorial Building
7:00pm 4-H and Adult Fashion Revue at Delta H.S.

4-H Events
Friday July 23
8:00am 4-H Craft and Family Arts Judging
9:30am 4-H Crops, Gardening & Flowers Judging @ the Memorial Building
11:00am 4-H Dairy Show@ Show Arena
5:00pm 4-H Horse and Pony Contesting @ the Horse and Pony Arena

Saturday July 24
8:00am Horse & Pony Halter and Pleasure Judging/Horse & Pony Arena
9:00am Rabbit Judging / Show Arena
12N - 9:pm Memorial Building Open for 4-H Projects & Home and Family Arts Displays
1:00pm Poultry Judging / Show Arena
6:00pm Dairy & Boer Goat Judging / Show Arena

Sunday July 25
2:00pm 4-H Beef Judging / Show Arena
1:00pm-7:00pm Memorial Building open / 4-H Projects & Home and Family Arts Displays

Monday July 26
9:00am 4-H Swine Judging / Show Arena
12N - 9:00pm Memorial Building open / 4-H Projects & Home and Family Arts Displays

Tuesday July 27
9:00am 4-H Alpaca and Llama Judging / Show Arena
11:00am 4-H Small Animal Judging / Memorial Building
2:00pm 4-H Sheep Judging / Show Arena
12N - 9:00pm Memorial Building open / 4-H Projects & Home and Family Arts Displays

Wednesday July 28
1:00pm 4-H Supreme Showmanship / Show Arena
5:00pm - 9:00pm Memorial Building open / 4-H Projects & Home and Family (Last Day)
6:00pm 4-H Animal Auction / Show Arena

Thursday July 29
11:00am 4-H Cat Show / Memorial Building

Saturday July 31
10:00am 4-H Dog Show / Memorial Building

Fair and Midway Entertainment

Saturday July 24
5:00pm Horse Pull / Grand Stand

Monday July 26 YOUTH & 4-H DAY
5:00pm -10:00pm Mid America Shows open on the Midway - $15 Armband
7:00pm - 9:00pm Figure 8 Races / Grandstand
7:00pm - 9:00pm Big Daddy band@ the South Stage (Free)

Tuesday July 27 - FARMERS DAY / WLBC, MAX, WERK RADIO "Dollar Day"
5:00pm - 10:PM Mid America Shows open on the Midway-WITH STICKER - ALL RIDES $1.00 EACH
6:00pm Parade of Antique Tractors around grounds and Grand Stand
6:30pm Singer Sled Truck & Tractor Pull, Street, Pro and Farm Stock / Grandstand
7:00pm Walking Catfish @ the South Stage (Free)

Wednesday July 28 - DEMOCRAT DAY
5:00pm - 10:00pm Mid America Shows open on the Midway - $15 Armband
6:00pm Wagon Backing Games @ Antique Tractor Display
6:30pm Demolition Derby / Grandstand
7:00 - 9:00pm Etc. @ the South Stage (Free) (country - classic rock)

Thursday July 29 - REPUBLICAN DAY
4:00pm Eastern Indiana Carcass Swine Show / Show Arena
5:00pm- 10:00pm Mid America Show open on the Midway - $15 Armbands
6:00pm Obstacle Course @ Antique Tractor Display
6:30pm Flynnville Train / Grandstand
7:30pm THE KENTUCKY HEADHUNTERS / Grandstand - Rain or Shine Event
7:00pm - 9:00pm Bob McVey - Elvis Impersonator @ the South Stage (Free)

Friday July 30 - SENIOR DAY / HIGH SCHOOL BAND DAY
9:00am - 1:00pm Lifestream Services - Senior Entertainment and Bingo
5:00pm - 11:00pm Mid America Shows open on the Midway - $15 Armband
6:00pm Blind Race @ Antique Tractor Display
6:00pm High School Marching Band Contest / Grand Stand
7:00pm - 9:00pm Spike and the Bulldogs @ the South Stage (Free)

Saturday July 31 - KIDS DAY
9:00am Open Dairy Show / Show Arena
11:30am Pedal Pull, Slow Race, Fast Start @ Antique Tractor Display
12N - Close Mid America Shows open on the Midway Noon - 10pm $15 Armband
2:00pm Magician - Wayne Hinkle @ the South Stage
3:30pm Youth Talent Contest @ the South Stage
4:00pm Harley Davidson Cruise-In behind the Grandstand
4:30pm Bicycle/Motorcycle Moto-Cross / Grandstand
6:00pm America's Hometown Band @ the South Stage (Free)
7:30pm Wanted @ the South Stage (Free)

There is a $5 charge for ALL Grandstand events.
Not Responsible for accidents, injury or acts of God
NO KNIVES, GUNS OR ALCOHOL ALLOWED ON FAIRGROUNDS

Comcast Leaving Downtown

Comcast will close the doors to its downtown office on Friday, July 16. The local cable company will reopen on Monday at its new location on W. 26th Street, near Wilson Middle School.

RibFest Call for Participants

Muncie Downtown Development is accepting applications for Ribfest 2004 Aug. 7-8 in Downtown Muncie.
Food vendors, arts & crafts dealers, and bluegrass, blues, country or gospel entertainment are all welcome to apply.
For more information, call Cheryl Crowder at 765-282-7897 or email cherylcrowder@munciedowntown.com.

Danners Deserves a Better Deal

July 17, 12:30 - 4 p.m.
Danner's Books and Gifts, the plaza at White River and Tillotson

Danner's Bookstore lovers are encouraged to participate in a "Free Danner's Appreciation Open Mic and Music Event" presented by Accord Unlimited Service Projects and 401 Poetry Society of Muncie.
The event is open to a limited number of pets and solo artists for a Woodstock-style open mic and music rally supporting Danners Bookstore. The theme is "Danner's Deserves a Better Deal."
Danner's is losing their used books section, children's playroom and readers / meeting space to a fast food franchise (with other stores already in Muncie). Bring lawn chairs, blankets, picket signs, and show your love for Danners.
This is a family oriented event. Participants are asked to select verse and lyrics accordingly. Rain or shine. To reserve a space to participate, call 765-288-4084 or email accordlovegift@yahoo.com. Deadline for participant requests is Tuesday, July 13.

Super Summer Camps at MCM

Super Summer Camps at Muncie Children's Museum in Downtown Muncie!
Each camp is filled with fun activities, field trips and special visitors.

"Kids Making Messes" - July 12-16
Kids will experiment with different mediums of art

"Kids Build and Destroy" - July 19-23
Kids will construct things big and small

"Kids Magic Carpet Ride" - July 26-30
Kids will learn about different cultures around the world

"Kids Acting Up" - August 2-6
Kids will learn about the world of theater and perform daily

Camps are $100 per week for MCM members, and $125 per week for non-MCM members. Space is limited! For more information or to register your child, call the Muncie Children's Museum at 765-286-1660 or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.

Blue Bottle Opens New Gallery Space

The Blue Bottle, in conjuction with Gordy's Fine Art and Framing Co., has recently opened a new art gallery space at 206 S. Walnut Street in Downtown Muncie.
Brian Gordy is curator for the new gallery space, which opens with an exhibit of Gordy's watercolor paintings, "Spontaneous Generation: Nature Beyond the Narrative."

Calling All Race Fans!

Dale Earnhardt Jr's #8 Daytona 500 winning show car will be on display Friday, July 30, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the corner of Charles and Walnut Streets in Downtown Muncie.
The Budweiser Ambassadors will be on hand to take pictures of fans standing next to the car. The car will then head to the Brickyard 400 the following weekend.
Music and concessions will be available. The event is free to the public.
For more information, call the Downtown Development office at 282-7897.

Freaky Tiki Fridays

The Blue Bottle and Vera Mae's offer Freaky Tiki Fridays, every Friday this summer after work (5 p.m.)
Tiki torches light up the parking lot between Bank One and the Blue Bottle on the 200 block of South Walnut Street. Meet your friends downtown, where you can find music by local musicians; coffee, tea and snacks from the Blue Bottle, and alcoholic beverages from Vera Mae's.
After you've unwound, wander down the block and enjoy the Free Friday Movies on the white wall at the corner of Charles and Walnut Streets.

Muncie Endurathon Celebrates 25 Years

The 25th Muncie Endurathon will cross the finish line at the corner of Charles and Walnut Streets in Downtown Muncie on Saturday, July 17. For complete details, visit www.muncieendurathon.com

INFORMATION
The Muncie Endurathon is a 2004 USA Triathlon Elite/Pro Long Distance Triathlon National Championship race. The course includes 1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike and 13.1 mile run. $25,000 Pro Prize Purse / $4,000 Age Group Open Purse.
The Online registration for the 2004 Muncie Endurathon is now closed. You may still register for the race by sending an e-mail to muncieendurathon@yahoo.com. You will be e-mailed a registration form to print off and return to the Endurathon. There are only a few slots left so register immediately.

SCHEDULE
Friday, July 16th, 2004
All activities at the Horizon Convention Center, 401 South High Street
1:00 - 8:00 p.m. Sports Expo
2:00, 3:00, 4:00, 5:00, 6:00, 7:00, 8:00 p.m. Pre-race meetings
*ATTENDANCE IS MANDATORY*
2:00 - 8:00 p.m. Packet pick-up & body marking. For the safety of both athletes and volunteers, it is mandatory that you attend a pre-race meeting. Do not expect later meeting times on Friday or early on race day.
IF YOU DO NOT ATTEND A PRE-RACE MEETING, YOU WILL NOT PARTICIPATE

Saturday, July 17, 2004
Race starts at Prairie Creek Reservoir
5:00 a.m. Transition area opens. ARRIVE EARLY TO AVOID THE RUSH
5:00 - 6:30 a.m. Check in and body marking
6:50 a.m. Invocation
7:00 a.m. Start of the 2004 Muncie Endurathon 25th Anniversary
9:15 a.m. Swim course closes
1:15 p.m. Bike course closes
12:30 p.m. Post-race meal begins
3:30 p.m. Awards Ceremony
4:15 p.m. Run course closes
The 2004 Muncie Endurathon will finish in Downtown Muncie

Sunday, July 18, 2004
10:00 a.m. Muncie Endurathon Youth Triathlon
Race is held at the Muncie Family YMCA 500 S. Mulberry Street Downtown Muncie

ENTERTAINMENT
In addition to the exciting race, scheduled entertainment includes the "Tribute 1964" Beatles act, with The Buckinghams. Visit www.muncieendurathon.com for details, or call 765-287-1799 or Downtown Development at 282-7897.

Performers Wanted for Endurathon

Performers Wanted!
For the 25th anniversary Muncie Endurathon Run Course on Cardinal Greenway
Saturday, July 17 from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Any form of entertainment is welcome: rock, country, jazz, soloists, singers, dancers, cheerleaders, dog acts, shool bands, etc.
For more information call 765-744-3367

Oldies Revival Downtown!

Bring the family to Downtown Muncie this summer for some great Oldies music.
Following the 25th Muncie Endurathon on South Walnut Street, classic Oldies act The Buckinghams, along with "Tribute 1964" Beatles act, will perform. For more information on this free concert, please call Downtown Development office at 765-282-7897.
Then on August 21, head down by the river to Minnetrista Cultural Center to see The Grass Roots, part of the Star Press Free Summer Concert Series. On Sept. 18, the concert series brings country rock group Exile. For more information on the concert series, please call 765-282-4848.

Summer News

DOWNTOWN UPDATE
Last Updated 6.13.04

The Star Press Free Summer Concert Series begins June 26 with country music stars David Lee Murphy and Lee Roy Parnell. Bring the family and the picnic baskets to the east lawn at Minnetrista Cultural Center, 1200 N. Minnetrista Parkway. Free Parking is available at the Delaware County Fairgrounds. All concerts begin at 7:30 p.m., and are free to the public.
June 26 - David Lee Murphy and Lee Roy Parnell (country).
July 3 - Patriotic with America's Hometown Band (traditional)
August 21 - The Grass Roots (oldies)
September 18 - Exile (country / classic rock)
For more information, call 765-282-4848.

Let Vera Mae's pack a picnic basket for you before you head out to The Water Bowl for jazz and blues nights, Thursday evenings this summer. For more info, call Vera Mae's Bistro at 747.4941.

The Comedy Zone has replaced Crackers night at Doc's, 215 S. Walnut Street downtown. The night stays the same... enjoy top-class national comedy acts every Tuesday night at Doc's. For more info call 286-0949 or visit Doc's website at www.mugjoint.com/docs.

Congratulations, Muncie, for making Money magazine's list of Best Places to Live!

Wysor Street Depot recently celebrated its Grand Opening. On the Greenway trail, the depot features historical displays, a conference room, a gift shop and restrooms (which will be nice for those jogging or biking along our beautiful Greenway!). Visit the Delaware Greenways website at www.delgreenways.org.

Farmers Market season has begun in downtown Muncie. Visit Minnetrista Cultural Center on Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings, or stop by the corner of Charles and Walnut streets on Thursday evenings for strictly organic produce. Click here for more information.

Look out for the new 4-Way STOP sign at the corner of Charles and Walnut streets!

The Spot is now open for dinner only. Hours are Tuesdays-Thursdays 5-9 p.m. and Fridays-Saturdays 5-10 p.m. The Spot is located at 118 N. Walnut Street.