NEW YEAR'S CELEBRATIONS DOWNTOWN:
Vera Mae's Bistro will be serving a four-course meal, featuring your choice of several selections, including shrimp cocktail, steak and lobster, chicken brie raspberry, New York cheesecake and beverages. Seating will begin at 5 p.m. and will end at 10 p.m. Live entertainment will begin at 6:30 p.m. Reservations suggested: (765) 747-4941.
Doc's, The Fickle Peach and The Heorot downtown will all feature live music on New Year's Eve with no cover charge. Doc's will feature Doc Peterson and Phil Dunn, The New Buck Creek Ramblers, Dan Seymour and Johnny B. The Fickle Peach will have music by The Great Divide, and Taste of Texas will provide snacks. Local and regional comedians will be performing all night at The Heorot. For more information call (765) 286-0949.
The Knitting Nook at Danner's will host "A New Year's Knit-In" on Monday, January 1st, beginning at noon, all knitters and crocheters are
welcome to bring your projects and snacks. Danner's will provide soft drinks, plates, napkins and utensils. Please RSVP to Danner's at 288-1122 if you plan to attend. This event is free and open to everyone.
DECEMBER EVENTS :
30th - Muncie Children's Museum - DeFur Voran Free Family Saturday. Enjoy the Museum for free from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Through December - Mitchell Place Gallery will showcase Bill Inman during the 'First Thursday,' exhibiting his landscape oil paintings at MPG Thursday, December 7, 5-8pm... Mitchell Place Gallery is the longest running fine art gallery in downtown Muncie... now located at 308 E. Main Street (next to Jack's).
Through Dec. 31 - The Glitterati Salon in Rose Court, 125 E. Charles, will feature local artist Rod Overla through the holidays; his "I believe Series" Christmas Santas" may be ordered or purchased.
Through Dec. 31 - Artist Within will feature recent paintings by Lindsay Walker in a one man show entitled "One Way Signs". An artist reception is scheduled for Thursday, December 7, from 5-8 pm. Handmade gifts from Beyond I Can will be on display and for sale during the First Thursday Holiday Lights festivities.
JANUARY EVENTS:
3rd - Muncie Children's Museum - January Weekly After School Workshop - All About Insects. Every Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
5th - Muncie Children's Museum - Friends & Family Fun Night. Free admission from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. with special activities for children. Sponsored by Indiana Michigan Power.
13th - MUNCIE CIVIC THEATRE will hold open auditions on Saturday, January 13 at 1:00pm. Auditions will be on the main stage of Muncie Civic Theatre at 216 E. Main Street in downtown Muncie. Directors will be seeking actors for the following productions: SEUSSICAL: THE MUSICAL! (seeking up to 50 actors of all ages and experience levels - the roles of Horton & Gertrude are already cast); TV THEME SONG CABARET (seeking 3 men & 3 women who sing). Auditioners are asked to prepare a memorized one-minute monologue or speech of their choosing and a short song of their choosing. An accompanist will be provided.
15th - Muncie Children's Museum -Normally closed on Monday's, the Museum will be open on January 15, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with activities featuring African American artists.
19-20th - Main Street Studio Theatre, 222 East Main Street, Muncie, presents "The Chairs " at 8pm. This production is rated PG. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY.
21st - Main Street Studio Theatre, 222 East Main Street, Muncie, presents "The Chairs " at 2pm. This production is rated PG. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY.
25-27th - Main Street Studio Theatre, 222 East Main Street, Muncie, presents "The Chairs " at 8pm. This production is rated PG. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY.
26-27th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents "Moon Over Buffalo" at 7:30pm. This production is rated PG-13. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY.
28th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents "Moon Over Buffalo" at 2 pm. This production is rated PG-13. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY.
Jan. 29th-March 5 Dance Classes at High ST. United Methodist Church 219 S. High St. Classes offered: Latin 5:30-6:30; Beginning Ballroom 6:30-7:30; Beginning Swing 7:30-8:30. For more details: Melodie Carr, 765-286-8828 (h) or 765-749-9080 (c) or email melodie.carr@gmail.com.
JANUARY ONGOING:
Through January - The Artist Within will offer a "sneak peek" of work by the artists who will be featured in 2007, with an opening on First Thursday, Jan. 4, from 5 to pm.
Through Jan. 29 - Gordy Fine Art & Framing features Pressed for Prints: Traditional & Giclee Holiday Exhibit, featuring 14 area artists. A First Thursday artists' reception will be held from 5 to 8 PM on December 7, 2006 at the downtown frame shop/gallery. Additionally, Brian and Genny Gordy will give a talk at 5:30 PM, Printmaking Methods & How to Start a Print Collection. At 6 PM, Greg Harty will give a talk on Giclee Printing at JackÕs Camera Shop. Back at Gordy's, Ben Gordy will demonstrate the art of water gilding beginning at 6:30 PM. The public is invited to each presentation and to the artists. reception. Light refreshments will be served.
Through Jan. 22 -Minnetrista presents: It's Not Just a Game! Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
Every Wednesday - Muncie Children's Museum: After School Workshop - The Science of Natures Museum, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Pre-registration is required, call for details and cost.
Muncie Children's Museum - Pre-School Clubs. Train Club meets on Tuesdays from 10:30-11:30 am. Dino Club meets on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 am. Messy Stuff Art Club meets on Fridays from 10:30-11:30 am.
UPCOMING IN FEBRUARY:
Feb. 1-3rd - Muncie Civic Theatre presents "Moon Over Buffalo" at 7:30pm. This production is rated PG-13. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY.
Muncie Civic Theatre ~ sign up now for the Winter Acting Academy. Classes begin in February and are 10 weeks long. Call for details, 765-288-PLAY.
February 1st-March 8th-Dance classes at Old Forest Park E.S. (Muncie/Delaware Co. Senior Center). Beginning Ballroom 6:30-7:30 and Beginning Swing 7:30-8:30. For more details: Melodie Carr, 765-286-8828 (h) or 765-749-9080 (c) or email melodie.carr@gmail.com.
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Friday, December 29, 2006
Muncie Civic Theatre Announces January Auditions
MUNCIE CIVIC THEATRE will hold open auditions on Saturday, January 13 at 1:00pm. Auditions will be on the main stage of Muncie Civic Theatre at 216 E. Main Street in downtown Muncie. Directors will be seeking actors for the following productions: SEUSSICAL: THE MUSICAL! (seeking up to 50 actors of all ages and experience levels - the roles of Horton & Gertrude are already cast); TV THEME SONG CABARET (seeking 3 men & 3 women who sing). Auditioners are asked to prepare a memorized one-minute monologue or speech of their choosing and a short song of their choosing. An accompanist will be provided.
This audition is the fifth in a new series of auditions for the 2006-2007 Muncie Civic Theatre and Main Street Studio Theatre Series'. Future auditions are scheduled on the second Saturday of each month through May of 2007 with different productions being cast each month. The audition calendar includes February 10, 2007 (HAIR and AMERICAN SONGBOOK CABARET), March 13, 2007 (PSYCHO BEACH PARTY), April 14, 2007 (STATE FAIR) and May 12, 2007 (WILLY WONKA). Information brochures about the auditions and the audition process are available free of charge in the theatre lobby. All acting opportunities are volunteer positions. Anyone interested in volunteering for backstage crew, production staff or general volunteer work around the theatre should attend one of the auditions sessions and complete a volunteer application form.
For more information call 765-288-PLAY.
This audition is the fifth in a new series of auditions for the 2006-2007 Muncie Civic Theatre and Main Street Studio Theatre Series'. Future auditions are scheduled on the second Saturday of each month through May of 2007 with different productions being cast each month. The audition calendar includes February 10, 2007 (HAIR and AMERICAN SONGBOOK CABARET), March 13, 2007 (PSYCHO BEACH PARTY), April 14, 2007 (STATE FAIR) and May 12, 2007 (WILLY WONKA). Information brochures about the auditions and the audition process are available free of charge in the theatre lobby. All acting opportunities are volunteer positions. Anyone interested in volunteering for backstage crew, production staff or general volunteer work around the theatre should attend one of the auditions sessions and complete a volunteer application form.
For more information call 765-288-PLAY.
Thursday, December 28, 2006
New Year's Knit-In at Danners
The Knitting Nook at Danner's will host our New Year's Knit-In! on
Monday, January 1st, beginning at noon. All knitters and crocheters are
welcome to come to The Knitting Nook at Danner's a day away from all of
the football games! Bring your projects and snacks and come to have fun.
Danner's will provide soft drinks, plates, napkins and utensils. At our
last Knit-In we had 27 knitters and tons of good food! Please RSVP to
Danner's at 288-1122 if you plan to attend so that we can get an idea of
how many will be attending. You don't want to miss this event!
This event at Danner's is free and open to everyone - please join us!
Danner's carries a full line of books for all ages and interests,
greeting cards, unique gifts, local artists' work, magazines, calendars,
and features our Gift Shop and Knitting Nook. We specialize in special
orders, children's books, mysteries, and special service. Danner's has
been locally owned and operated independent bookstore since 1975.
Monday, January 1st, beginning at noon. All knitters and crocheters are
welcome to come to The Knitting Nook at Danner's a day away from all of
the football games! Bring your projects and snacks and come to have fun.
Danner's will provide soft drinks, plates, napkins and utensils. At our
last Knit-In we had 27 knitters and tons of good food! Please RSVP to
Danner's at 288-1122 if you plan to attend so that we can get an idea of
how many will be attending. You don't want to miss this event!
This event at Danner's is free and open to everyone - please join us!
Danner's carries a full line of books for all ages and interests,
greeting cards, unique gifts, local artists' work, magazines, calendars,
and features our Gift Shop and Knitting Nook. We specialize in special
orders, children's books, mysteries, and special service. Danner's has
been locally owned and operated independent bookstore since 1975.
Friday, December 15, 2006
Weekly Downtown E-News 12/15/06
DOWNTOWN ANNOUNCEMENTS:
MPG, the nonprofit art gallery at 308 East Main, concluded a successful art auction last month. The auction, held in conjunction with a dinner at Vera Mae's Bistro, raised money for A.R.F., the animal rescue program in Delaware County. MPG's Board of Directors wishes to thank A.R.F. for its generosity, and also to thank the artists who donated items for the auction as well as the art and animal lovers who made the event a success. Last but not least, thanks to Kent Shuff and his staff at Vera Mae's for providing dinner and hosting the event.
DECEMBER EVENTS :
14th-16th Main Street Studio Theatre 8:00pm will present DEATH AND THE MAIDEN by Ariel Dorfman. The performances will be on the stage at Main Street Studio Theatre, 222 East Main Street. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
15th Minnetrista: presents Winter Stargazing Campfire 5:30pm-9pm, dress warm, bring binoculars, telescope or camera for this special event under the winter sky.
15-16th Muncie Civic Theatre presents Best Christmas Pageant Ever! 7:30pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
16th - Author Reid Duffy will be at Danner's Books-Gifts-Yarn on Saturday, December 16th, from 11:00a.m. to 1:00p.m., to sign copies of his newly revised book, Reid Duffy's Guide to Indiana's Favorite Restaurants: With a Recipe Sampler. Reid Duffey is a noted TV personality and columnist.
16th - Muncie Ballet presents The Children's Nutcracker at 7pm in the Edmund Burke Ball Auditorium at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E Main Street,Call 289-9687 or visit MuncieBallet.org
17th - Muncie Ballet presents The Children's Nutcracker at 3pm in the Edmund Burke Ball Auditorium at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E Main Street,Call 289-9687 or visit MuncieBallet.org
17th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Best Christmas Pageant Ever! 2:00pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
21st-23rd - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Best Christmas Pageant Ever! 7:30pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
20th-23rd - Main Street Studio Theatre presents: A CHRISTMAS CABARET at 8:00pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
30th - Muncie Children's Museum - DeFur Voran Free Family Saturday. Enjoy the Museum for free from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
DECEMBER ONGOING:
Through December - Mitchell Place Gallery will showcase Bill Inman during the 'First Thursday,' exhibiting his landscape oil paintings at MPG Thursday, December 7, 5-8pm... Mitchell Place Gallery is the longest running fine art gallery in downtown Muncie... now located at 308 E. Main Street (next to Jack's).
Through Dec. 31 - The Glitterati Salon in Rose Court, 125 E. Charles, will feature local artist Rod Overla through the holidays; his "I believe Series" Christmas Santas" may be ordered or purchased.
Through Dec. 31 - Artist Within will feature recent paintings by Lindsay Walker in a one man show entitled "One Way Signs". An artist reception is scheduled for Thursday, December 7, from 5-8 pm. Handmade gifts from Beyond I Can will be on display and for sale during the First Thursday Holiday Lights festivities.
Dec. 7 through Jan. 29 - Gordy Fine Art & Framing features Pressed for Prints: Traditional & Giclee Holiday Exhibit, featuring 14 area artists. A First Thursday artists' reception will be held from 5 to 8 PM on December 7, 2006 at the downtown frame shop/gallery. Additionally, Brian and Genny Gordy will give a talk at 5:30 PM, Printmaking Methods & How to Start a Print Collection. At 6 PM, Greg Harty will give a talk on Giclee Printing at Jack's Camera Shop. Back at Gordy's, Ben Gordy will demonstrate the art of water gilding beginning at 6:30 PM. The public is invited to each presentation and to the artists' reception. Light refreshments will be served.
Through Jan. 22 -Minnetrista presents: It's Not Just a Game! Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
Every Wednesday - Muncie Children's Museum: After School Workshop - The Science of Natures Museum, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Pre-registration is required, call for details and cost.
JANUARY EVENTS:
3rd - Muncie Children's Museum - January Weekly After School Workshop - All About Insects. Every Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
5th - Muncie Children's Museum - Friends & Family Fun Night. Free admission from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. with special activities for children. Sponsored by Indiana Michigan Power.
15th - Muncie Children's Museum -Normally closed on Monday's, the Museum will be open on January 15, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with activities featuring African American artists.
Jan. 29th-March 5 Dance Classes at High ST. United Methodist Church 219 S. High St. Classes offered: Latin 5:30-6:30; Beginning Ballroom 6:30-7:30; Beginning Swing 7:30-8:30. For more details: Melodie Carr, 765-286-8828 (h) or 765-749-9080 (c) or email melodie.carr@gmail.com.
JANUARY ONGOING:
Muncie Children's Museum - Pre-School Clubs. Train Club meets on Tuesdays from 10:30-11:30 am. Dino Club meets on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 am. Messy Stuff Art Club meets on Fridays from 10:30-11:30 am.
UPCOMING:
Muncie Civic Theatre~~sign up now for the Winter Acting Academy. Classes begin in February and are 10 weeks long. Call for details, 765-288-PLAY.
February 1st-March 8th-Dance classes at Old Forest Park E.S. (Muncie/Delaware Co. Senior Center). Beginning Ballroom 6:30-7:30 and Beginning Swing 7:30-8:30. For more details: Melodie Carr, 765-286-8828 (h) or 765-749-9080 (c) or email melodie.carr@gmail.com.
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MPG, the nonprofit art gallery at 308 East Main, concluded a successful art auction last month. The auction, held in conjunction with a dinner at Vera Mae's Bistro, raised money for A.R.F., the animal rescue program in Delaware County. MPG's Board of Directors wishes to thank A.R.F. for its generosity, and also to thank the artists who donated items for the auction as well as the art and animal lovers who made the event a success. Last but not least, thanks to Kent Shuff and his staff at Vera Mae's for providing dinner and hosting the event.
DECEMBER EVENTS :
14th-16th Main Street Studio Theatre 8:00pm will present DEATH AND THE MAIDEN by Ariel Dorfman. The performances will be on the stage at Main Street Studio Theatre, 222 East Main Street. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
15th Minnetrista: presents Winter Stargazing Campfire 5:30pm-9pm, dress warm, bring binoculars, telescope or camera for this special event under the winter sky.
15-16th Muncie Civic Theatre presents Best Christmas Pageant Ever! 7:30pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
16th - Author Reid Duffy will be at Danner's Books-Gifts-Yarn on Saturday, December 16th, from 11:00a.m. to 1:00p.m., to sign copies of his newly revised book, Reid Duffy's Guide to Indiana's Favorite Restaurants: With a Recipe Sampler. Reid Duffey is a noted TV personality and columnist.
16th - Muncie Ballet presents The Children's Nutcracker at 7pm in the Edmund Burke Ball Auditorium at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E Main Street,Call 289-9687 or visit MuncieBallet.org
17th - Muncie Ballet presents The Children's Nutcracker at 3pm in the Edmund Burke Ball Auditorium at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E Main Street,Call 289-9687 or visit MuncieBallet.org
17th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Best Christmas Pageant Ever! 2:00pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
21st-23rd - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Best Christmas Pageant Ever! 7:30pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
20th-23rd - Main Street Studio Theatre presents: A CHRISTMAS CABARET at 8:00pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
30th - Muncie Children's Museum - DeFur Voran Free Family Saturday. Enjoy the Museum for free from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
DECEMBER ONGOING:
Through December - Mitchell Place Gallery will showcase Bill Inman during the 'First Thursday,' exhibiting his landscape oil paintings at MPG Thursday, December 7, 5-8pm... Mitchell Place Gallery is the longest running fine art gallery in downtown Muncie... now located at 308 E. Main Street (next to Jack's).
Through Dec. 31 - The Glitterati Salon in Rose Court, 125 E. Charles, will feature local artist Rod Overla through the holidays; his "I believe Series" Christmas Santas" may be ordered or purchased.
Through Dec. 31 - Artist Within will feature recent paintings by Lindsay Walker in a one man show entitled "One Way Signs". An artist reception is scheduled for Thursday, December 7, from 5-8 pm. Handmade gifts from Beyond I Can will be on display and for sale during the First Thursday Holiday Lights festivities.
Dec. 7 through Jan. 29 - Gordy Fine Art & Framing features Pressed for Prints: Traditional & Giclee Holiday Exhibit, featuring 14 area artists. A First Thursday artists' reception will be held from 5 to 8 PM on December 7, 2006 at the downtown frame shop/gallery. Additionally, Brian and Genny Gordy will give a talk at 5:30 PM, Printmaking Methods & How to Start a Print Collection. At 6 PM, Greg Harty will give a talk on Giclee Printing at Jack's Camera Shop. Back at Gordy's, Ben Gordy will demonstrate the art of water gilding beginning at 6:30 PM. The public is invited to each presentation and to the artists' reception. Light refreshments will be served.
Through Jan. 22 -Minnetrista presents: It's Not Just a Game! Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
Every Wednesday - Muncie Children's Museum: After School Workshop - The Science of Natures Museum, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Pre-registration is required, call for details and cost.
JANUARY EVENTS:
3rd - Muncie Children's Museum - January Weekly After School Workshop - All About Insects. Every Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
5th - Muncie Children's Museum - Friends & Family Fun Night. Free admission from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. with special activities for children. Sponsored by Indiana Michigan Power.
15th - Muncie Children's Museum -Normally closed on Monday's, the Museum will be open on January 15, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with activities featuring African American artists.
Jan. 29th-March 5 Dance Classes at High ST. United Methodist Church 219 S. High St. Classes offered: Latin 5:30-6:30; Beginning Ballroom 6:30-7:30; Beginning Swing 7:30-8:30. For more details: Melodie Carr, 765-286-8828 (h) or 765-749-9080 (c) or email melodie.carr@gmail.com.
JANUARY ONGOING:
Muncie Children's Museum - Pre-School Clubs. Train Club meets on Tuesdays from 10:30-11:30 am. Dino Club meets on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 am. Messy Stuff Art Club meets on Fridays from 10:30-11:30 am.
UPCOMING:
Muncie Civic Theatre~~sign up now for the Winter Acting Academy. Classes begin in February and are 10 weeks long. Call for details, 765-288-PLAY.
February 1st-March 8th-Dance classes at Old Forest Park E.S. (Muncie/Delaware Co. Senior Center). Beginning Ballroom 6:30-7:30 and Beginning Swing 7:30-8:30. For more details: Melodie Carr, 765-286-8828 (h) or 765-749-9080 (c) or email melodie.carr@gmail.com.
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My Two Left Feet? Dance Lessons Beginning in Jan.
My Two Left Feet?
Spring 2007 dance sessions are as follows:
MONDAY CLASSES
January 29 - March 5, 2007
High St. United Methodist Church
219 S. High St., Muncie
Latin!!! - 5:30-6:30
Beginning Ballroom - 6:30-7:30
Beginning Swing - 7:30-8:30
THURSDAY CLASSES
February 1 - March 8, 2007
Old Forest Park E.S.
(Muncie/Delaware Co. Senior Center)
2517 W. 8th St., Muncie
Beginning Ballroom - 6:30-7:30
Beginning Swing - 7:30-8:30
All classes (except Latin) are $80/person or $140/couple and include a practice DVD and CD. Latin class is $65/person. GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE. Dance lessons make a great gift idea!
BALLROOM II and SWING II classes are as follows:
MONDAY CLASSES
March 9 - March 30, 2007
High St. United Methodist Church
Ballroom II - 6:30-7:30
Swing II 7:30-8:30
THURSDAY CLASSES
March 12 - May 3, 2007
Old Forest Park E.S.
Ballroom II - 6:30-7:30
Swing II - 7:30-8:30
Ballroom II and Swing II classes are $45/person.
Spring 2007 dance sessions are as follows:
MONDAY CLASSES
January 29 - March 5, 2007
High St. United Methodist Church
219 S. High St., Muncie
Latin!!! - 5:30-6:30
Beginning Ballroom - 6:30-7:30
Beginning Swing - 7:30-8:30
THURSDAY CLASSES
February 1 - March 8, 2007
Old Forest Park E.S.
(Muncie/Delaware Co. Senior Center)
2517 W. 8th St., Muncie
Beginning Ballroom - 6:30-7:30
Beginning Swing - 7:30-8:30
All classes (except Latin) are $80/person or $140/couple and include a practice DVD and CD. Latin class is $65/person. GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE. Dance lessons make a great gift idea!
BALLROOM II and SWING II classes are as follows:
MONDAY CLASSES
March 9 - March 30, 2007
High St. United Methodist Church
Ballroom II - 6:30-7:30
Swing II 7:30-8:30
THURSDAY CLASSES
March 12 - May 3, 2007
Old Forest Park E.S.
Ballroom II - 6:30-7:30
Swing II - 7:30-8:30
Ballroom II and Swing II classes are $45/person.
Thursday, December 14, 2006
MPG Event is Successful
MPG, the nonprofit art gallery at 308 East Main, concluded a successful art auction last month. The auction, held in conjunction with a dinner at Vera Mae's Bistro, raised money for A.R.F., the animal rescue program in Delaware County. At the conclusion of the event, Terri Panzi, of A.R.F., announced that the proceeds would be split with the host, MPG.
MPG's Board of Directors wishes to thank A.R.F. for its generosity, and also to thank the artists who donated items for the auction as well as the art and animal lovers who made the event a success. Last but not least, thanks to Kent Shuff and his staff at Vera Mae's for providing dinner and hosting the event.
MPG is a nonprofit community-supported art gallery, located next door to Jack's Camera Shop at 308 East Main Street in downtown Muncie. Queries about the gallery may be directed to 765-289-8575.
MPG's Board of Directors wishes to thank A.R.F. for its generosity, and also to thank the artists who donated items for the auction as well as the art and animal lovers who made the event a success. Last but not least, thanks to Kent Shuff and his staff at Vera Mae's for providing dinner and hosting the event.
MPG is a nonprofit community-supported art gallery, located next door to Jack's Camera Shop at 308 East Main Street in downtown Muncie. Queries about the gallery may be directed to 765-289-8575.
Tuesday, December 12, 2006
Winter Acting Academy at Muncie Civic Theatre
MUNCIE CIVIC THEATRE is currently accepting registration for classes being offered as part of the Winter Acting Academy, the new expansion of the Young Actors Workshop which has been a vital program at Muncie Civic since the 1960s. Classes are available for ages 7 - Adult. Class sessions will begin February 17 and continue for 10 weeks culminating in final performances and demonstration classes the week of May 12. Registration for each class will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Class size is limited to 15 per class. Tuition for classes range from $75-$100 depending on the class. All classes are held at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 E. Main Street in downtown Muncie. Registration is available by completing a registration form and returning it to the theatre along with required deposit. Registration forms are available in the lobby of the theatre or by calling 765-288-PLAY.
Classes being offered as part of the WINTER ACTING ACADEMY include: Performance Playlab: DISNEY'S 101 DALMATIONS (a performance-based class for ages 7-12 -Saturdays 9:0-12:00), Family Theatre Workshop: AND THEN THEY CAME FOR ME: REMEMBERING THE WORLD OF ANNE FRANK (an advanced level performance-based class for all ages - this class is offered by audition only classes begin January 20 with performances March 23-31 - classes meet Saturdays 10:00-2:00), Improvisation (ages 8-10 - Wednesdays 4:00-6:00; ages 10-12 - Saturdays 12:00-2:00), Acting for Adults (all ages class - Mondays 7:00-9:00).
Instructors for the classes include Muncie Civic Education Director Marty Grubbs, Muncie Civic Executive Director Darrin Murrell, and High Street Methodist Church Children's Choir Director and Taylor University instructor Julie Barber. Assistant Teachers and Interns are students from the Ball State Theatre Department's Education Program.
For more information call 765-288-PLAY.
Classes being offered as part of the WINTER ACTING ACADEMY include: Performance Playlab: DISNEY'S 101 DALMATIONS (a performance-based class for ages 7-12 -Saturdays 9:0-12:00), Family Theatre Workshop: AND THEN THEY CAME FOR ME: REMEMBERING THE WORLD OF ANNE FRANK (an advanced level performance-based class for all ages - this class is offered by audition only classes begin January 20 with performances March 23-31 - classes meet Saturdays 10:00-2:00), Improvisation (ages 8-10 - Wednesdays 4:00-6:00; ages 10-12 - Saturdays 12:00-2:00), Acting for Adults (all ages class - Mondays 7:00-9:00).
Instructors for the classes include Muncie Civic Education Director Marty Grubbs, Muncie Civic Executive Director Darrin Murrell, and High Street Methodist Church Children's Choir Director and Taylor University instructor Julie Barber. Assistant Teachers and Interns are students from the Ball State Theatre Department's Education Program.
For more information call 765-288-PLAY.
Friday, December 08, 2006
Armed & Famous makes the UK news
UK's "The Guardian" today included an article about the filming of Armed & Famous in Muncie:
Reality show turns B-list into gun-toting cops
by Ed Pilkington
Friday December 8, 2006
The Guardian
Just when you thought that reality TV had reached the end of its natural life and the pot of mindless, vapid "concepts" had finally been emptied, along comes Armed and Famous.
The idea, courtesy of CBS television, is simple. Take a bunch of minor celebrities, give them guns, train them to use said weapons, give them a police uniform and badge, and send them out to uphold the law on the streets.
These new "recruits" as reserve officers are La Toya Jackson, Michael's sister, Jack Osbourne, son of Ozzy, and the skateboarder and Jackass star Wee Man. Also taking part are Erik Estrada, star of the television series CHiPs, in which he played a motorcycle cop, and Trish Stratus, a former wrestler . The series is being filmed in Muncie, Indiana (population 66,000), chosen for its quintessential middle-America features. The city's police are doing the training.
Read the full article here:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/international/story/0,,1967123,00.html
Reality show turns B-list into gun-toting cops
by Ed Pilkington
Friday December 8, 2006
The Guardian
Just when you thought that reality TV had reached the end of its natural life and the pot of mindless, vapid "concepts" had finally been emptied, along comes Armed and Famous.
The idea, courtesy of CBS television, is simple. Take a bunch of minor celebrities, give them guns, train them to use said weapons, give them a police uniform and badge, and send them out to uphold the law on the streets.
These new "recruits" as reserve officers are La Toya Jackson, Michael's sister, Jack Osbourne, son of Ozzy, and the skateboarder and Jackass star Wee Man. Also taking part are Erik Estrada, star of the television series CHiPs, in which he played a motorcycle cop, and Trish Stratus, a former wrestler . The series is being filmed in Muncie, Indiana (population 66,000), chosen for its quintessential middle-America features. The city's police are doing the training.
Read the full article here:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/international/story/0,,1967123,00.html
Weekly Downtown E-News 12/8/06
DOWNTOWN ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Thank you to everyone who braved to cold to come out for last night's Holiday Lights celebration downtown. Special thanks to all the volunteers who gave their time and energy to help make the event successful.
DECEMBER EVENTS :
8th - Muncie Young Professionals Group holiday party, 7:30-9:30pm at The Lofts 301 S. Walnut. Appetizers and cash bar provided by Vera Mae's; dress in cocktail, dressy casual or festive attire. RSVP to Traci Lutton at tlutton@muncie.com.
8th-9th - MAIN STREET STUDIO THEATRE 8:00pm will present DEATH AND THE MAIDEN by Ariel Dorfman. The performances will be on the stage at Main Street Studio Theatre, 222 East Main Street
9th - John Carlson, Local author and columnist for The Star Press will be at Danner's on Saturday, December 9th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to sign copies of his latest book, Nice Try. Annetta Moore Nelson, the award-winning artist and illustrator of the book, will also be here!
9th - Minnetrista features: Winter Markets 9 a.m. - noon at the Orchard Shop Courtyard, market will include meat, eggs, honey, cheese and baked goods. This will take place rain or shine.Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
9th MUNCIE CIVIC THEATRE will hold open auditions at 1:00pm. Directors will be seeking actors for HEDWIG & THE ANGRY INCH (seeking 1 man for lead role - must be strong rock & roll singer, and 1 piano player in hard rock/punk rock style); also for OLEANNA (seeking one man 30's-40's and one woman, early 20's); and AN THEN THEY CAME FOR ME: REMEMBERING THE WORLD OF ANNE FRANK (seeking 20 children ages 7 - 17 as well as 2 men and 2 women 30's-40's) . Auditioners are asked to prepare a memorized one-minute monologue or speech of their choosing. Those auditioning for HEDWIG should also be prepared to sing a song of their choosing. An accompanist will be provided.
9th-10th - Muncie Children's Museum - Santa visits for the last time before Christmas. Saturday, 9 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., or on Sunday, between 2 p.m. & 4 p.m.
10th Main Street Studio Theatre 2:00pm will present DEATH AND THE MAIDEN by Ariel Dorfman. The performances will be on the stage at Main Street Studio Theatre, 222 East Main Street
12th Minnetrista presents: World of Stories for 4-5 year olds from 4pm-5pm. Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
13th Minnetrista presents: Puppets for 3 year olds from 4pm-5pm Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
14th Minnetrista presents: Great Games for 6-7 year olds from 4pm-5pm
14th-16th Main Street Studio Theatre 8:00pm will present DEATH AND THE MAIDEN by Ariel Dorfman. The performances will be on the stage at Main Street Studio Theatre, 222 East Main Street. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
15th Minnetrista: presents Winter Stargazing Campfire 5:30pm-9pm, dress warm, bring binoculars, telescope or camera for this special event under the winter sky.
15-16th Muncie Civic Theatre presents Best Christmas Pageant Ever! 7:30pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
16th - Author Reid Duffy will be at Danner's Books-Gifts-Yarn on Saturday, December 16th, from 11:00a.m. to 1:00p.m., to sign copies of his newly revised book, Reid Duffy's Guide to Indiana's Favorite Restaurants: With a Recipe Sampler. Reid Duffey is a noted TV personality and columnist.
16th - Muncie Ballet presents The Children's Nutcracker at 7pm in the Edmund Burke Ball Auditorium at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E Main Street,Call 289-9687 or visit MuncieBallet.org
17th - Muncie Ballet presents The Children's Nutcracker at 3pm in the Edmund Burke Ball Auditorium at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E Main Street,Call 289-9687 or visit MuncieBallet.org
17th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Best Christmas Pageant Ever! 2:00pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
21st-23rd - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Best Christmas Pageant Ever! 7:30pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
20th-23rd - Main Street Studio Theatre presents: A CHRISTMAS CABARET at 8:00pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
30th - Muncie Children's Museum - DeFur Voran Free Family Saturday. Enjoy the Museum for free from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
DECEMBER ONGOING :
Through December - Mitchell Place Gallery will showcase Bill Inman during the 'First Thursday,' exhibiting his landscape oil paintings at MPG Thursday, December 7, 5-8pm... Mitchell Place Gallery is the longest running fine art gallery in downtown Muncie... now located at 308 E. Main Street (next to Jack's).
Through Dec. 31 - The Glitterati Salon in Rose Court, 125 E. Charles, will feature local artist Rod Overla through the holidays; his "I believe Series" Christmas Santas" may be ordered or purchased.
Through Dec. 31 - Artist Within will feature recent paintings by Lindsay Walker in a one man show entitled "One Way Signs". An artist reception is scheduled for Thursday, December 7, from 5-8 pm. Handmade gifts from Beyond I Can will be on display and for sale during the First Thursday Holiday Lights festivities.
Dec. 7 through Jan. 29 - Gordy Fine Art & Framing features Pressed for Prints: Traditional & Giclee Holiday Exhibit, featuring 14 area artists. A First Thursday artists' reception will be held from 5 to 8 PM on December 7, 2006 at the downtown frame shop/gallery. Additionally, Brian and Genny Gordy will give a talk at 5:30 PM, Printmaking Methods & How to Start a Print Collection. At 6 PM, Greg Harty will give a talk on Giclee Printing at Jack's Camera Shop. Back at Gordy's, Ben Gordy will demonstrate the art of water gilding beginning at 6:30 PM. The public is invited to each presentation and to the artists' reception. Light refreshments will be served.
Through Jan. 22 -Minetrista presents: It's Not Just a Game! Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
Every Wednesday - Muncie Children's Museum: After School Workshop - The Science of Natures Museum, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Pre-registration is required, call for details and cost.
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Thank you to everyone who braved to cold to come out for last night's Holiday Lights celebration downtown. Special thanks to all the volunteers who gave their time and energy to help make the event successful.
DECEMBER EVENTS :
8th - Muncie Young Professionals Group holiday party, 7:30-9:30pm at The Lofts 301 S. Walnut. Appetizers and cash bar provided by Vera Mae's; dress in cocktail, dressy casual or festive attire. RSVP to Traci Lutton at tlutton@muncie.com.
8th-9th - MAIN STREET STUDIO THEATRE 8:00pm will present DEATH AND THE MAIDEN by Ariel Dorfman. The performances will be on the stage at Main Street Studio Theatre, 222 East Main Street
9th - John Carlson, Local author and columnist for The Star Press will be at Danner's on Saturday, December 9th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to sign copies of his latest book, Nice Try. Annetta Moore Nelson, the award-winning artist and illustrator of the book, will also be here!
9th - Minnetrista features: Winter Markets 9 a.m. - noon at the Orchard Shop Courtyard, market will include meat, eggs, honey, cheese and baked goods. This will take place rain or shine.Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
9th MUNCIE CIVIC THEATRE will hold open auditions at 1:00pm. Directors will be seeking actors for HEDWIG & THE ANGRY INCH (seeking 1 man for lead role - must be strong rock & roll singer, and 1 piano player in hard rock/punk rock style); also for OLEANNA (seeking one man 30's-40's and one woman, early 20's); and AN THEN THEY CAME FOR ME: REMEMBERING THE WORLD OF ANNE FRANK (seeking 20 children ages 7 - 17 as well as 2 men and 2 women 30's-40's) . Auditioners are asked to prepare a memorized one-minute monologue or speech of their choosing. Those auditioning for HEDWIG should also be prepared to sing a song of their choosing. An accompanist will be provided.
9th-10th - Muncie Children's Museum - Santa visits for the last time before Christmas. Saturday, 9 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., or on Sunday, between 2 p.m. & 4 p.m.
10th Main Street Studio Theatre 2:00pm will present DEATH AND THE MAIDEN by Ariel Dorfman. The performances will be on the stage at Main Street Studio Theatre, 222 East Main Street
12th Minnetrista presents: World of Stories for 4-5 year olds from 4pm-5pm. Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
13th Minnetrista presents: Puppets for 3 year olds from 4pm-5pm Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
14th Minnetrista presents: Great Games for 6-7 year olds from 4pm-5pm
14th-16th Main Street Studio Theatre 8:00pm will present DEATH AND THE MAIDEN by Ariel Dorfman. The performances will be on the stage at Main Street Studio Theatre, 222 East Main Street. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
15th Minnetrista: presents Winter Stargazing Campfire 5:30pm-9pm, dress warm, bring binoculars, telescope or camera for this special event under the winter sky.
15-16th Muncie Civic Theatre presents Best Christmas Pageant Ever! 7:30pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
16th - Author Reid Duffy will be at Danner's Books-Gifts-Yarn on Saturday, December 16th, from 11:00a.m. to 1:00p.m., to sign copies of his newly revised book, Reid Duffy's Guide to Indiana's Favorite Restaurants: With a Recipe Sampler. Reid Duffey is a noted TV personality and columnist.
16th - Muncie Ballet presents The Children's Nutcracker at 7pm in the Edmund Burke Ball Auditorium at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E Main Street,Call 289-9687 or visit MuncieBallet.org
17th - Muncie Ballet presents The Children's Nutcracker at 3pm in the Edmund Burke Ball Auditorium at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E Main Street,Call 289-9687 or visit MuncieBallet.org
17th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Best Christmas Pageant Ever! 2:00pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
21st-23rd - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Best Christmas Pageant Ever! 7:30pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
20th-23rd - Main Street Studio Theatre presents: A CHRISTMAS CABARET at 8:00pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
30th - Muncie Children's Museum - DeFur Voran Free Family Saturday. Enjoy the Museum for free from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
DECEMBER ONGOING :
Through December - Mitchell Place Gallery will showcase Bill Inman during the 'First Thursday,' exhibiting his landscape oil paintings at MPG Thursday, December 7, 5-8pm... Mitchell Place Gallery is the longest running fine art gallery in downtown Muncie... now located at 308 E. Main Street (next to Jack's).
Through Dec. 31 - The Glitterati Salon in Rose Court, 125 E. Charles, will feature local artist Rod Overla through the holidays; his "I believe Series" Christmas Santas" may be ordered or purchased.
Through Dec. 31 - Artist Within will feature recent paintings by Lindsay Walker in a one man show entitled "One Way Signs". An artist reception is scheduled for Thursday, December 7, from 5-8 pm. Handmade gifts from Beyond I Can will be on display and for sale during the First Thursday Holiday Lights festivities.
Dec. 7 through Jan. 29 - Gordy Fine Art & Framing features Pressed for Prints: Traditional & Giclee Holiday Exhibit, featuring 14 area artists. A First Thursday artists' reception will be held from 5 to 8 PM on December 7, 2006 at the downtown frame shop/gallery. Additionally, Brian and Genny Gordy will give a talk at 5:30 PM, Printmaking Methods & How to Start a Print Collection. At 6 PM, Greg Harty will give a talk on Giclee Printing at Jack's Camera Shop. Back at Gordy's, Ben Gordy will demonstrate the art of water gilding beginning at 6:30 PM. The public is invited to each presentation and to the artists' reception. Light refreshments will be served.
Through Jan. 22 -Minetrista presents: It's Not Just a Game! Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
Every Wednesday - Muncie Children's Museum: After School Workshop - The Science of Natures Museum, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Pre-registration is required, call for details and cost.
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Tuesday, December 05, 2006
Celebrate the Season With Your Friends in Downtown Muncie!
The Downtown Business Council invites merchants, friends and residents of downtown to join us for a Holiday Mixer on Thursday, December 7th (following Holiday Lights), at 9:00pm at the Fickle Peach on Charles Street. This is a great opportunity to network with your downtown peers and enjoy a little holiday cheer.
On Friday, December 8th, current and potential members are invited to attend the Muncie Young Professionals Group holiday party, from 7:30-9:30pm at The Lofts 301 S. Walnut. Appetizers and cash bar provided by Vera Mae's; dress in cocktail, dressy casual or festive attire. RSVP to Traci Lutton at tlutton@muncie.com.
Other downtown holiday celebrations include Chamber After Hours at Stirling's from 5-7pm on December 7th.
BRING THE FAMILY TO HOLIDAY LIGHTS DOWNTOWN ON THURSDAY, DEC. 7TH
Downtown will celebrate Holiday Lights to celebrate the season on Thursday, Dec. 7th, from 5-9pm., beginning with a lighting ceremony at the courthouse square. The event is part of the monthly First Thursdays art gallery exhibit openings. Bring the whole family to enjoy holiday carolers, children's activities and holiday movie. Warm up with refreshments and hot drinks offered at many spots throughout downtown, and ride the trolley for free! Also taking place willb e the Muncie Symphony League Chili Cook Off, Midwest Writer Book Sale, not to mention specialty foods and crafts, street musicians and lots of Downtown cheer! For more info call Downtown Development @ 765 282-7897.
OTHER FIRST THURSDAY AND HOLIDAY EVENTS:
Through Dec. 31 - The Glitterati Salon in Rose Court, 125 E. Charles, will feature local artist Rod Overla through the holidays; his "I believe Series" Christmas Santas" may be ordered or purchased.
Through Dec. 31 - Artist Within will feature recent paintings by Lindsay Walker in a one man show entitled "One Way Signs". An artist reception is scheduled for Thursday, December 7, from 5 to 8 pm. Handmade gifts from Beyond I Can will be on display and for sale during the First Thursday Holiday Lights festivities. Heidi and Vicki also invite you to come to their one day show/sale of "look-alike" handbags during First Tursday Deember 7th 5-9pm.
Dec. 7 through Jan. 29 - Gordy Fine Art & Framing features Pressed for Prints: Traditional & Giclee Holiday Exhibit, featuring 14 area artists. A First Thursday artists' reception will be held from 5 to 8 PM on December 7, 2006 at the downtown frame shop/gallery. Additionally, Brian and Genny Gordy will give a talk at 5:30 PM, Printmaking Methods & How to Start a Print Collection. At 6 PM, Greg Harty will give a talk on Giclee Printing at Jack's Camera Shop. Back at Gordy's, Ben Gordy will demonstrate the art of water gilding beginning at 6:30 PM. The public is invited to each presentation and to the artists' reception. Light refreshments will be served.
On Friday, December 8th, current and potential members are invited to attend the Muncie Young Professionals Group holiday party, from 7:30-9:30pm at The Lofts 301 S. Walnut. Appetizers and cash bar provided by Vera Mae's; dress in cocktail, dressy casual or festive attire. RSVP to Traci Lutton at tlutton@muncie.com.
Other downtown holiday celebrations include Chamber After Hours at Stirling's from 5-7pm on December 7th.
BRING THE FAMILY TO HOLIDAY LIGHTS DOWNTOWN ON THURSDAY, DEC. 7TH
Downtown will celebrate Holiday Lights to celebrate the season on Thursday, Dec. 7th, from 5-9pm., beginning with a lighting ceremony at the courthouse square. The event is part of the monthly First Thursdays art gallery exhibit openings. Bring the whole family to enjoy holiday carolers, children's activities and holiday movie. Warm up with refreshments and hot drinks offered at many spots throughout downtown, and ride the trolley for free! Also taking place willb e the Muncie Symphony League Chili Cook Off, Midwest Writer Book Sale, not to mention specialty foods and crafts, street musicians and lots of Downtown cheer! For more info call Downtown Development @ 765 282-7897.
OTHER FIRST THURSDAY AND HOLIDAY EVENTS:
Through Dec. 31 - The Glitterati Salon in Rose Court, 125 E. Charles, will feature local artist Rod Overla through the holidays; his "I believe Series" Christmas Santas" may be ordered or purchased.
Through Dec. 31 - Artist Within will feature recent paintings by Lindsay Walker in a one man show entitled "One Way Signs". An artist reception is scheduled for Thursday, December 7, from 5 to 8 pm. Handmade gifts from Beyond I Can will be on display and for sale during the First Thursday Holiday Lights festivities. Heidi and Vicki also invite you to come to their one day show/sale of "look-alike" handbags during First Tursday Deember 7th 5-9pm.
Dec. 7 through Jan. 29 - Gordy Fine Art & Framing features Pressed for Prints: Traditional & Giclee Holiday Exhibit, featuring 14 area artists. A First Thursday artists' reception will be held from 5 to 8 PM on December 7, 2006 at the downtown frame shop/gallery. Additionally, Brian and Genny Gordy will give a talk at 5:30 PM, Printmaking Methods & How to Start a Print Collection. At 6 PM, Greg Harty will give a talk on Giclee Printing at Jack's Camera Shop. Back at Gordy's, Ben Gordy will demonstrate the art of water gilding beginning at 6:30 PM. The public is invited to each presentation and to the artists' reception. Light refreshments will be served.
Friday, December 01, 2006
Weekly Downtown E-News 12/1/06
DOWNTOWN ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Join everybody Downtown this First Thursday, December 7th, for the Holiday Lights celebration! Opening Ceremonies, street decoration and luminaria lighting will kick off the evening at 5:00pm on the courthouse square. Lots of events and activities are planned for the entire family. Also taking place downtown that evening will be the Muncie Symphony League Chili Cook Off, and the Midwest Writer Book Sale. Don't forget to put white lights in your downtown windows to show your holiday spirit! For more information, call Downtown Development office at 765 282-7897.
DECEMBER EVENTS :
1st - Muncie Children's Museum - Friends & Family Fun Night - Children and adults will take a tour of Winter Celebrations around the World. Crafts, activities and more await visitors at this Free Admission Event from 3 pm to 7 pm.
1st - 2nd - Minnetrista features: Enchanted Luminaria Walk 6-9 p.m. Enjoy a carriage ride or winter stroll through Minnetrista's gardens and grounds. Free Admission.
1st-2nd - Muncie Civic Theater presents: Over the River & Through the Woods at 7:30pm Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
2nd - 11am-1pm, Danner's Books-Gifts-Yarn presents a book signing by Author and former Muncie resident, Jane Davis Van Ryan. She will sign copies of her book, The Seduction of Miss Evelyn Hazen. Van Ryan is the sister of Judy Davis Benken (Normandy Florists) and the daughter of Paul Davis (Paul Davis Flowers).
2nd - Minnetrista presents: Holiday Wreaths the Natural Way 2-4 p.m. -Create your own unique holiday masterpiece utilizing items found in nature. Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
3rd - Cornerstone Center for the Arts presents: Rag Quilting 2:00-3:30pm and Holiday card making 3:30-5:00pm
6th - Muncie Children's Museum -weekly after school workshop features Hand Made Gifts. The workshop is every Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m
7th - Holiday Lights Downtown, 5-9pm. Holiday Carolers, children's activities and holiday movie, Muncie Symphony League Chili Cook Off, Midwest Writer Book Sale, specialty foods and crafts, street musicians and lots of Downtown cheer! For more info call Downtown Development @ 765 282-7897.
7th - Downtown Holiday party, at 9pm following Holiday Lights, at the Fickle Peach. The Downtown Business Council invites merchants, friends and residents of downtown to join us and celebrate the most wonderful time of the year!
7th - Open House - The Lofts @ Mitchell Place. 301 South Walnut Street. Tour the remaining unsold units and see what everyone is talking about. 5:30PM-7:00PM. Call 765.730.1862 or at www.theloftsatmitchellplace.com for more information.
7th - Minnetrista presents: Animal Adventures 10-10:30 a.m. for toddlers ages 1-2. Registration deadline is Dec. 1. Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
7th - Chamber After-Hours at Stirling's 5-7pm, drinks, snacks and live music
8th - Muncie Young Professionals Group holiday party, 7:30-9:30pm at The Lofts 301 S. Walnut. Appetizers and cash bar provided by Vera Mae's; dress in cocktail, dressy casual or festive attire. RSVP to Traci Lutton at tlutton@muncie.com.
8th-9th - MAIN STREET STUDIO THEATRE 8:00pm will present DEATH AND THE MAIDEN by Ariel Dorfman. The performances will be on the stage at Main Street Studio Theatre, 222 East Main Street
9th - Local author and columnist for The Star Press, John Carlson will be at Danner's on Saturday, December 9th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to sign copies of his latest book, Nice Try. Annetta Moore Nelson, the award-winning artist and illustrator of the book, will also be here!
9th - Minnetrista features: Winter Markets 9 a.m. - noon at the Orchard Shop Courtyard, market will include meat, eggs, honey, cheese and baked goods. This will take place rain or shine.Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
9th MUNCIE CIVIC THEATRE will hold open auditions at 1:00pm. Directors will be seeking actors for HEDWIG & THE ANGRY INCH (seeking 1 man for lead role - must be strong rock & roll singer, and 1 piano player in hard rock/punk rock style); also for OLEANNA (seeking one man 30's-40's and one woman, early 20's); and AN THEN THEY CAME FOR ME: REMEMBERING THE WORLD OF ANNE FRANK (seeking 20 children ages 7 - 17 as well as 2 men and 2 women 30's-40's) . Auditioners are asked to prepare a memorized one-minute monologue or speech of their choosing. Those auditioning for HEDWIG should also be prepared to sing a song of their choosing. An accompanist will be provided.
9th-10th - Muncie Children's Museum - Santa visits for the last time before Christmas. Saturday, 9 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., or on Sunday, between 2 p.m. & 4 p.m.
10th Main Street Studio Theatre 2:00pm will present DEATH AND THE MAIDEN by Ariel Dorfman. The performances will be on the stage at Main Street Studio Theatre, 222 East Main Street
12th Minnetrista presents: World of Stories for 4-5 year olds from 4pm-5pm. Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
13th Minnetrista presents: Puppets for 3 year olds from 4pm-5pm Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
14th Minnetrista presents: Great Games for 6-7 year olds from 4pm-5pm
14th-16th Main Street Studio Theatre 8:00pm will present DEATH AND THE MAIDEN by Ariel Dorfman. The performances will be on the stage at Main Street Studio Theatre, 222 East Main Street. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
15th Minnetrista: presents Winter Stargazing Campfire 5:30pm-9pm, dress warm, bring binoculars, telescope or camera for this special event under the winter sky.
15-16th Muncie Civic Theatre presents Best Christmas Pageant Ever! 7:30pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
16th - Author Reid Duffy will be at Danner's Books-Gifts-Yarn on Saturday, December 16th, from 11:00a.m. to 1:00p.m., to sign copies of his newly revised book, Reid Duffy's Guide to Indiana's Favorite Restaurants: With a Recipe Sampler. Reid Duffey is a noted TV personality and columnist.
16th - Muncie Ballet presents The Children's Nutcracker at 7pm in the Edmund Burke Ball Auditorium at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E Main Street,Call 289-9687 or visit MuncieBallet.org
17th - Muncie Ballet presents The Children's Nutcracker at 3pm in the Edmund Burke Ball Auditorium at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E Main Street,Call 289-9687 or visit MuncieBallet.org
17th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Best Christmas Pageant Ever! 2:00pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
21st-23rd - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Best Christmas Pageant Ever! 7:30pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
20th-23rd - Main Street Studio Theatre presents: A CHRISTMAS CABARET at 8:00pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
30th - Muncie Children's Museum - DeFur Voran Free Family Saturday. Enjoy the Museum for free from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
DECEMBER ONGOING :
Through Dec. 31 - The Glitterati Salon in Rose Court, 125 E. Charles, will feature local artist Rod Overla through the holidays; his "I believe Series" Christmas Santas" may be ordered or purchased.
Through Dec. 31 - Artist Within will feature recent paintings by Lindsay Walker in a one man show entitled "One Way Signs". An artist reception is scheduled for Thursday, December 7, from 5-8 pm. Handmade gifts from Beyond I Can will be on display and for sale during the First Thursday Holiday Lights festivities.
Dec. 7 through Jan. 29 - Gordy Fine Art & Framing features Pressed for Prints: Traditional & Giclee Holiday Exhibit, featuring 14 area artists. A First Thursday artists' reception will be held from 5 to 8 PM on December 7, 2006 at the downtown frame shop/gallery. Additionally, Brian and Genny Gordy will give a talk at 5:30 PM, Printmaking Methods & How to Start a Print Collection. At 6 PM, Greg Harty will give a talk on Giclee Printing at Jack's Camera Shop. Back at Gordy's, Ben Gordy will demonstrate the art of water gilding beginning at 6:30 PM. The public is invited to each presentation and to the artists' reception. Light refreshments will be served.
Through Jan. 22 -Minetrista presents: It's Not Just a Game! Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
Every Wednesday - Muncie Children's Museum: After School Workshop - The Science of Natures Museum, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Pre-registration is required, call for details and cost.
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Join everybody Downtown this First Thursday, December 7th, for the Holiday Lights celebration! Opening Ceremonies, street decoration and luminaria lighting will kick off the evening at 5:00pm on the courthouse square. Lots of events and activities are planned for the entire family. Also taking place downtown that evening will be the Muncie Symphony League Chili Cook Off, and the Midwest Writer Book Sale. Don't forget to put white lights in your downtown windows to show your holiday spirit! For more information, call Downtown Development office at 765 282-7897.
DECEMBER EVENTS :
1st - Muncie Children's Museum - Friends & Family Fun Night - Children and adults will take a tour of Winter Celebrations around the World. Crafts, activities and more await visitors at this Free Admission Event from 3 pm to 7 pm.
1st - 2nd - Minnetrista features: Enchanted Luminaria Walk 6-9 p.m. Enjoy a carriage ride or winter stroll through Minnetrista's gardens and grounds. Free Admission.
1st-2nd - Muncie Civic Theater presents: Over the River & Through the Woods at 7:30pm Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
2nd - 11am-1pm, Danner's Books-Gifts-Yarn presents a book signing by Author and former Muncie resident, Jane Davis Van Ryan. She will sign copies of her book, The Seduction of Miss Evelyn Hazen. Van Ryan is the sister of Judy Davis Benken (Normandy Florists) and the daughter of Paul Davis (Paul Davis Flowers).
2nd - Minnetrista presents: Holiday Wreaths the Natural Way 2-4 p.m. -Create your own unique holiday masterpiece utilizing items found in nature. Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
3rd - Cornerstone Center for the Arts presents: Rag Quilting 2:00-3:30pm and Holiday card making 3:30-5:00pm
6th - Muncie Children's Museum -weekly after school workshop features Hand Made Gifts. The workshop is every Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m
7th - Holiday Lights Downtown, 5-9pm. Holiday Carolers, children's activities and holiday movie, Muncie Symphony League Chili Cook Off, Midwest Writer Book Sale, specialty foods and crafts, street musicians and lots of Downtown cheer! For more info call Downtown Development @ 765 282-7897.
7th - Downtown Holiday party, at 9pm following Holiday Lights, at the Fickle Peach. The Downtown Business Council invites merchants, friends and residents of downtown to join us and celebrate the most wonderful time of the year!
7th - Open House - The Lofts @ Mitchell Place. 301 South Walnut Street. Tour the remaining unsold units and see what everyone is talking about. 5:30PM-7:00PM. Call 765.730.1862 or at www.theloftsatmitchellplace.com for more information.
7th - Minnetrista presents: Animal Adventures 10-10:30 a.m. for toddlers ages 1-2. Registration deadline is Dec. 1. Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
7th - Chamber After-Hours at Stirling's 5-7pm, drinks, snacks and live music
8th - Muncie Young Professionals Group holiday party, 7:30-9:30pm at The Lofts 301 S. Walnut. Appetizers and cash bar provided by Vera Mae's; dress in cocktail, dressy casual or festive attire. RSVP to Traci Lutton at tlutton@muncie.com.
8th-9th - MAIN STREET STUDIO THEATRE 8:00pm will present DEATH AND THE MAIDEN by Ariel Dorfman. The performances will be on the stage at Main Street Studio Theatre, 222 East Main Street
9th - Local author and columnist for The Star Press, John Carlson will be at Danner's on Saturday, December 9th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to sign copies of his latest book, Nice Try. Annetta Moore Nelson, the award-winning artist and illustrator of the book, will also be here!
9th - Minnetrista features: Winter Markets 9 a.m. - noon at the Orchard Shop Courtyard, market will include meat, eggs, honey, cheese and baked goods. This will take place rain or shine.Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
9th MUNCIE CIVIC THEATRE will hold open auditions at 1:00pm. Directors will be seeking actors for HEDWIG & THE ANGRY INCH (seeking 1 man for lead role - must be strong rock & roll singer, and 1 piano player in hard rock/punk rock style); also for OLEANNA (seeking one man 30's-40's and one woman, early 20's); and AN THEN THEY CAME FOR ME: REMEMBERING THE WORLD OF ANNE FRANK (seeking 20 children ages 7 - 17 as well as 2 men and 2 women 30's-40's) . Auditioners are asked to prepare a memorized one-minute monologue or speech of their choosing. Those auditioning for HEDWIG should also be prepared to sing a song of their choosing. An accompanist will be provided.
9th-10th - Muncie Children's Museum - Santa visits for the last time before Christmas. Saturday, 9 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., or on Sunday, between 2 p.m. & 4 p.m.
10th Main Street Studio Theatre 2:00pm will present DEATH AND THE MAIDEN by Ariel Dorfman. The performances will be on the stage at Main Street Studio Theatre, 222 East Main Street
12th Minnetrista presents: World of Stories for 4-5 year olds from 4pm-5pm. Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
13th Minnetrista presents: Puppets for 3 year olds from 4pm-5pm Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
14th Minnetrista presents: Great Games for 6-7 year olds from 4pm-5pm
14th-16th Main Street Studio Theatre 8:00pm will present DEATH AND THE MAIDEN by Ariel Dorfman. The performances will be on the stage at Main Street Studio Theatre, 222 East Main Street. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
15th Minnetrista: presents Winter Stargazing Campfire 5:30pm-9pm, dress warm, bring binoculars, telescope or camera for this special event under the winter sky.
15-16th Muncie Civic Theatre presents Best Christmas Pageant Ever! 7:30pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
16th - Author Reid Duffy will be at Danner's Books-Gifts-Yarn on Saturday, December 16th, from 11:00a.m. to 1:00p.m., to sign copies of his newly revised book, Reid Duffy's Guide to Indiana's Favorite Restaurants: With a Recipe Sampler. Reid Duffey is a noted TV personality and columnist.
16th - Muncie Ballet presents The Children's Nutcracker at 7pm in the Edmund Burke Ball Auditorium at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E Main Street,Call 289-9687 or visit MuncieBallet.org
17th - Muncie Ballet presents The Children's Nutcracker at 3pm in the Edmund Burke Ball Auditorium at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E Main Street,Call 289-9687 or visit MuncieBallet.org
17th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Best Christmas Pageant Ever! 2:00pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
21st-23rd - Muncie Civic Theatre presents Best Christmas Pageant Ever! 7:30pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
20th-23rd - Main Street Studio Theatre presents: A CHRISTMAS CABARET at 8:00pm. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
30th - Muncie Children's Museum - DeFur Voran Free Family Saturday. Enjoy the Museum for free from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
DECEMBER ONGOING :
Through Dec. 31 - The Glitterati Salon in Rose Court, 125 E. Charles, will feature local artist Rod Overla through the holidays; his "I believe Series" Christmas Santas" may be ordered or purchased.
Through Dec. 31 - Artist Within will feature recent paintings by Lindsay Walker in a one man show entitled "One Way Signs". An artist reception is scheduled for Thursday, December 7, from 5-8 pm. Handmade gifts from Beyond I Can will be on display and for sale during the First Thursday Holiday Lights festivities.
Dec. 7 through Jan. 29 - Gordy Fine Art & Framing features Pressed for Prints: Traditional & Giclee Holiday Exhibit, featuring 14 area artists. A First Thursday artists' reception will be held from 5 to 8 PM on December 7, 2006 at the downtown frame shop/gallery. Additionally, Brian and Genny Gordy will give a talk at 5:30 PM, Printmaking Methods & How to Start a Print Collection. At 6 PM, Greg Harty will give a talk on Giclee Printing at Jack's Camera Shop. Back at Gordy's, Ben Gordy will demonstrate the art of water gilding beginning at 6:30 PM. The public is invited to each presentation and to the artists' reception. Light refreshments will be served.
Through Jan. 22 -Minetrista presents: It's Not Just a Game! Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
Every Wednesday - Muncie Children's Museum: After School Workshop - The Science of Natures Museum, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Pre-registration is required, call for details and cost.
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