Faeries, Sprites & Lights at Minnetrista

Minnetrista will host Faeries, Sprites & Lights: "Faerie Jam," July 11-12 from 6 to 9 pm. This year the event will take guests on an enchanted trip into the lives of faeries through song, dance and interaction.

Join us as we celebrate the one-year anniversary of Faerie Towne with the musical experience, "Faerie Jam."

Interact with Prim Rose, Nettle and the rest of the faerie friends July 11-12 from 6 to 9 pm.

The celebration will include:

* Rumored faerie sightings in the enchanted Oakhurst gardens. With a little bit of luck and keen senses you may be able to witness faerie happenings first-hand!
* Live minstrel music by Bob Ford & The Ragamuffins.
* The Art of Faeries, Sprites and Lights exhibit. This juried art show will be on display in the historic Oakhurst house for all to view. The inspiration behind the local artists' creations is that of faeries, sprites, elves and other mystical characters.
* Faerie pictures and airbrush tattoos
* A chance to play faerie instruments with your favorite character.
* Panto: Thumbelina by Muncie Civic Theatre.
* Refreshments, shopping and much more.
* Learn about the faerie world from characters who are friends of the faeries found in Oakhurst Gardens.
* Willow Sage, the plant healer.
* River Reed, the instrument maker.
* Cricket, the nature composer.
* Nettle, the voice coach.
* Prim Rose, the music critic.

Come dressed in your faerie or sprite attire and experience the magic of Faeries Sprites and Lights first-hand!

Cost: General admission: Adults $7, seniors $6, children & students $4.Member admission: Adults $3; children $2. Advanced tickets: $1 off.
For more information please call (765) 282-4848, or visit us online at www.minnetrista.net.

Located along historic White River, Minnetrista includes 40 acres of beautiful gardens and grounds, a modern museum facility, an historic home, Nature Area, numerous sculptures, and a portion of the Cardinal Greenway. Minnetrista serves East Central Indiana with dynamic community activities and exhibits that honor and reflect its natural and cultural heritage. For more information about Minnetrista, visit www.minnetrista.net.