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Wednesday, April 01, 2009

Join Your Friends in Downtown Muncie for First Thursday Gallery Walk

Celebrate the arts in Downtown Muncie at our First Thursday gallery walk, April 2 from 5 to 8pm. Our many art galleries launch their monthly exhibits on the first Thursday evenings of every month, with meet-the-artist receptions.

The following galleries will be opening new exhibits (in alphabetical order by gallery) during First Thursday:




111 Arts Gallery & Tattoo Studio ~ 111 East Main Street ~ 765-282-8342
111 Arts Gallery will feature artworks by Stallio! There will be an opening reception during First Thursday, April 2nd, from 5 to 8pm at 111 E. Main Street. Mike Schulz will be featured on May 7th First Thursday. For more information visit www.tattooindiana.com or http://www.myspace.com/tattooindiana.





The Artist Within ~ 313 S Walnut Street ~ 765-289-7895
"New Works" will be the featured exhibit for April at the Artist Within. Local artist Ross Wagner will showcase his recent oil paintings with an extensive display that will occupy both the main gallery and the upstairs gallery space. An opening reception will be held during the First Thursday Gallery Walk April 2nd from 5-8pm; the public is invited to this free event. READ MORE...





Artworks ~ 301 South Walnut Street ~ 765-288-2221
Artworks in April will feature the artists from the Art Association of Madison County. There will be an opening reception during First Thursday from 5 to 8pm. Artworks is an artist owned and operated sales gallery located at the corner of Walnut and Adams Sts. in downtown Muncie, Indiana. Come visit the gallery and see the original works by outstanding Indiana artists. Hard to Find Yarn and Knitting Supplies now available. Regular Hours are: 11:30 to 5:30 Tuesday thru Saturday.





Blue Bottle ~ 206 South Walnut Street ~ 765-284-3630
Every First Thursday is Redtail Day at Blue Bottle Coffee Shop. Stop in anytime during the day, or during First Thursday in the evening, and help support Redtail Conservancy. You can also make donations online at fortheland.org.





Cornerstone Gallery ~ 520 East Main Street ~ 765-281-9503, ext. 15
Cornerstone Center for the Arts features an art gallery on the second floor, with regular exhibits by local and student artists. The gallery is open during First Thursdays. Local artists are invited to submit their original art work to Cornerstone Center for the Arts' third annual juried art show. Artists can register and submit their work during the week of March 30th through April 3rd from 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. Prizes will be awarded based on the winners for each category in each age group.
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Downtown Farm Stand ~ 125 East Main Street ~ 765-288-3775
Downtown Farm Stand organic market at the corner of Main and Mulberry streets now carries Sue Beach's functional pottery. The Downtown Farm Stand is open during First Thursday, and offers a seasonal selection of meat, dairy, eggs, produce, bulk foods and canned goods from Indiana's finest farms and regional producers. Visit www.downtownfarmstand.com for info.





Gallery 308 ~ 308 E. Main Street ~ 765-289-8575
Local brothers Thurman and Lee Grantham are featured in the April exhibition at Gallery 308, located at 308 East Main, Muncie. The two men are collaborating on a new exhibit entitled "Two Brothers," their first show together. This exhibit highlights their independent yet complimentary artistic styles.
For more information about gallery hours, volunteer and donor opportunities, please call 765-289-8575. READ MORE...





Gordy Fine Art & Framing ~ 224 E Main Street ~ 765-284-8422
Local artist, Martha Gilliom and former Muncie resident, Cheryl Anne Lorance, will exhibit their artwork during the month of April at Gordy Fine Art and Framing Co. Beginning with a reception on Thursday, April 2nd from 5 to 8 PM, the multi-media show continues through April 30th at the downtown gallery. The public is invited to attend the opening, and light refreshments will be served. The show may also be viewed during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5:30 PM, and Saturday, 9 to 3. READ MORE...





Toys Forever Models & Hobbies ~ 311 South Walnut Street ~ 765-288-6505
On First Thursdays, Toys Forever Models & Hobbies hosts a meeting of modelers who build and detail plastic models of cars, trucks, aircraft, ships, sci-fi and other subjects. The meeting is held from 6:00PM to 8:00PM. Come see finished models on display, models in the process of being built and talk to the modelers about tips and techniques. Any person interested is welcome to join and participate in the display and discussion. For more information, contact Brandon Mundell at Toys Forever Models & Hobbies (765) 288-6505. In addition, Toys Forever Models & Hobbies will be open to the public extended hours until 8:00 PM First Thursday. Come meet our knowledgeable and friendly staff while exploring East Central Indiana's premier selection of model and hobby supplies.




Please visit all our other downtown Muncie businesses, many have extended hours or special events during First Thursdays. Additionally, all of Downtown's independently owned bars and restaurants will be open and ready to serve you. For more information, visit www.munciedowntown.com.

Keep us informed of any upcoming events or exhibits in Downtown Muncie. Email details to info [at] munciedowntown.com.


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