News from Downtown Muncie Indiana 2/3/2006

February

2nd-4th Civic Theater presents a contemporary tragi-comedy JOE EGG 8:00pm

3rd Uncle Monte's presents Jazz from the 1920's, 30's, and 40's from 6-9pm. 600 S. Mulberry St. 281-1028

3rd DOC's: First Friday's presents Poppa Jazz and Blue News--also Doc and Phil will be playing from 7-9pm.

3rd Muncie Children't Museum Family Fun Night 3-7pm
Enjoy free family fun during Friends and Family Fun Night on Friday, Feb. 3 from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Muncie Children's Museum.
All aboard! Take a ride on the MCM Express as you enjoy an evening full of fun and excitement with the Muncie and Western Model Railroad Club. See special model trains, take a tour of the control room, participate in crafts and activities and have a blast exploring the exhibits of the Muncie Children's Museum.
To learn more, contact the Muncie Children's Museum at (765) 286-1660.

4th Muncie Children's Museum Celebrate Black History Month by embarking on a journey through time at 2 p.m. with Indianapolis author Lois Burnett-Guyinn.
Discover inventions and contributions of African American inventors, scientists, engineers and architects as she reads from her book, Mrs. Townsend's Class. Meet creative characters such as Carbon Filament, Shoe Lasting Machine, the Ice Cream Cones, Traffic Signal and Railway Telegraph. This event is free with general Museum admission.

7th Minnestrista presents Sneak a Peek at the Beaks (for 4&5-Year-Olds) Tuesday, February 7, 9-10 a.m. and 4-5 p.m. Beaks come in all shapes and sizes. We'll use everyday items that are shaped like beaks to experiment with crushing and tearing food like a bird. This program includes a visit to the Hunters of the Sky exhibit.
Call (765) 213-3549 to register.

9th Minnestrista 6-9pm Art Glass Fusion workshop for Adults, Thursday, February 9, 6-9 p.m.
Learn how to fuse a decorative glass frame and create your own design for a special gift worthy of display. Price includes all materials. Call (765) 213-3549 to register.

11th - Muncie Children's Museum "Come As You Were" to International Night 2006
Who were you in high school? Were you an athlete, the homecoming queen or in the band? Take a trip back in time as the Muncie Children's Museum Guild hosts International Night on Saturday, February 11 from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the Horizon Convention Center. It's time to pull out those puffy prom dresses, flip up your shirt collars or try on your old bell bottoms and platform shoes for an exciting evening full of dinner, dancing and much more.
Reserve your tickets today. Tickets are $50.00 per person with all proceeds benefiting the Muncie Children's Museum. For information and to place your reservations, call the Museum at (765) 286-1660.

14th - Slithering Snakes (for 3-Year-Olds) at Minnetrista, Tuesday, February 14, 9-10 a.m. and 4-5 p.m.
Explore the lives of snakes in Indiana. Visit reptiles that live at Minnetrista in the Discovery Cabin and feel their scales. Call (765) 213-3549 to register.

15th - A Bird's Eye View (for 6&7-Year-Olds) at Minnetrista, Wednesday, February 15, 4-5 p.m.
Investigate why birds have such excellent sight and see how we as humans compare. Includes a visit to the Hunters of the Sky exhibit. Call (765) 213-3549 to register.

***************************************************************************************************

ONGOING:

1st-16th Mitchell Place Gallery presents an art exhibit that "tells the stories of 20 courageous Hoosiers living with HIV/AIDS who wanted to go public in this way to help diminish the stigma surrounding the disease."

2nd-28th Gordy's presents: Alan Patrick, "The Indian Creek Drawings" with a portion of the proceeds going to Red-tail Conservancy.

2nd-28th Blue Bottle features Ball State Sociology professor, Dr. Carolyn Kapinus, will exhibit watercolor.

2nd-28th Artist Within; stop in and see their monthly feature.

2nd-28th Artworks features: The Madison County Chapter of the Blind. Various works of art.

21st- April 15th Cornerstone for the Arts: many workshops, for more information call 281-9503 or visit our website at www.cornerstonearts.org.

Thru Feb. 19th Minnetrista Something Old, New, Borrowed and Blue

Thru April 16 - Minnetrista Hunters of the Sky

Thru April 3rd Cornerstone for the Arts application for 401Kids Scholarships

Muncie Children's Museum has new daily programs at 3:30 p.m. Don't miss ABC Read with Me, a preschool program, on Tuesdays, Fun Fine Arts on Wednesdays, Creative Crafts on Thursdays, Sensational Science on Fridays and Weekend Wonders on Saturday and Sunday. To learn more, call the Museum at (765) 286-1660.

Various Dates: Muncie Civic Theater will present HELLO, YOUNG LOVERS: A Valentine Cabaret on February 10, 11, 14, 16, 17 & 18 at 8:00pm and February 12 at 2:00pm. The performances will be at The Muncie Civic Studio Theatre, 222 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana.