Cornerstone Center for the Arts News and Happenings

Join Cornerstone as we celebrate our summer classes! The third annual Cornerstone Carnival will be held August 2nd from 2:00-5:00 pm.

All classes and lessons will be showcased through performances, visual arts exhibits, multimedia, and a private lessons recital. Instructors will be talking to summer students soon about their involvement in the carnival. You will also have the opportunity to sign up for fall classes.

This event is open to the entire community, so make sure to invite your friends, family, and neighbors! The Carnival will include games for children of all ages, prizes, crafts, free classes, performances, refreshments, and much more! Cornerstone Carnival has something fun and exciting for every member of the family.

Cornerstone is currently seeking volunteers who would be interested in helping with a booth or running a game. A volunteer page is available on our Facebook page. Volunteers for this fun event can also check us out online at www.cornerstonearts.org or by contacting the Education Office at 281.9503, ext. 15

We look forward to showcasing our students, events, classes and community in our third annual Carnival. Be sure to bring the whole family and enjoy a fun-filled Sunday with Cornerstone!

Cornerstone Dance Company

Cornerstone Center for the Arts is proud to introduce the Cornerstone Dance Company. The Cornerstone Dance Company will consist of two groups with ages ranging from 5-21 years old. There will be a competition group and a performance group. Auditions will be held August 26-27 at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. The dance auditions are free and open to the public. Preparatory workshops are offered but are not required to audition.

The competition group will compete in various competitions and perform at local events. This group will focus on technique development and competitive dance routines. Competition and costume fees will be included in the monthly class fee. Auditions for this group will be held Wednesday, August 26. Ages 5-8 will audition from 4:30-6:00 pm; ages 9-18 will audition 6:00-7:30 pm.

The performance group will perform for various community events including festivals, fairs, and more. This group will focus on technique development and performance choreography without a competitive focus. Auditions for this group will be held Thursday, August 27. Ages 5-8 will audition from 4:30-6:00 pm; ages 9-21 will audition 6:00-7:30 pm.

Individuals who wish to prepare for the audition can sign up for workshops that will focus on the needs of both groups. The dancers will rehearse styles of dance including: tap, jazz, ballet, hip hop, and contemporary. Students must register for these workshops to receive a spot. The workshops range from $25-30 and will be held August 24-25.

For additional information on the Cornerstone Dance Company or to register for the workshops please visit us online at www.cornerstonearts.org , call us at 281-9503, ext. 15, or come to our second floor desk.

Registration for Fall Classes Coming Soon!

Looking for after school fun for the whole family? Cornerstone Center for the Arts is offering 12 week classes beginning the week of September 14, 2009. Registration for fall classes will begin August 2, 2009.

Classes are available for every age group and skill level for girls, boys, and adults. Classes are offered in Dance, Visual Arts, Fitness, Music, Theatre, Kindermusik, and Martial Arts. In addition, the Cornerstone Arts Program offers private instruction for all ages in the following areas: drums, guitar, piano, voice, strings, trumpet and saxophone. More details, including the Fall schedule, will be released on our website in early August at www.cornerstonearts.org .

Class fees can be paid upon registration or in payment installments throughout the course of the session. Payment plans and financial aid are available. Registration forms can be picked up at the second floor lobby, online at www.cornerstonearts.org , or mailed in to 520 E. Main Street. Call 281.9503, ext. 15 for any additional questions.

Harvest Moon Film Festival

It’s not too late to submit your entries for the third annual Harvest Moon Film Festival which will take place November 12 – 14, 2009, in downtown Muncie. The deadline for entries submitted through Withoutabox is extended until July 24, 2009, so there is still plenty of time to showcase your filmmaking. The Harvest Moon Film Festival awards prizes in the areas of feature length, short film, documentary, and student film. The top film receives a $3,000 grand prize. Selected filmmakers will be spotlighted throughout the weekend.

Harvest Moon Film Festival is looking for documentaries, short films, feature length films, and more for the festival weekend. Accepted films will be shown during the festival and be eligible for a prize in their category of $1,000 as well as the grand prize. Films can be submitted online at www.harvestmoonfilmfestival.com , through Withoutabox, an Amazon affiliate, or through a paper submission form. Please refer to the website for submission guidelines, fees, and additional information. Selected films will be announced in September.

Cornerstone Art Gallery Exhibit: "Eyes on You"

Cornerstone Center for the Arts will display the photographic artwork of Kenton Waltz beginning July 1, 2009. Kenton Waltz’s collection titled “Eyes on You” will be displayed in the Cornerstone Art Gallery from July 1 through August 21. A reception will be held August 6 from 5-8 pm where patrons are welcome to enjoy the exhibit and discuss the pieces with the artist. The collection was created by a device that Kenton Waltz constructed himself. Utilizing six lights with a camera in the center Kenton Waltz was able to capture a unique effect.

Kenton Waltz is currently a senior at Ball State University studying Theatre and Telecommunications. He first became interested in photography by taking photographs of nature. He believes that his passion and addiction to learn has taught him a great deal about the history and art of photography. He is constantly experimenting with new types of photography and keeps a camera close by, so he never misses a chance to capture a moment.

Go online at www.cornerstonearts.org or call the Education Office at 281-9503, ext. 15 for more information about upcoming exhibits.

Noodles & Co. Fundraiser Success

Cornerstone Center for the Arts would like to extend it’s gratitude for all of the supporters that attended our Noodles & Co. fundraiser on Saturday, June 27. We had a fantastic turn-out! Not only were people able to enjoy great food but also great entertainment from our performers. We would like to send a special thank-you to those that donated their time to entertaining the patrons.

Cornerstone Center for the Arts plans to continue fundraiser events in the fall and hopes that everyone will join us. If you or someone you know is interested in donating to Cornerstone click here or contact us at 281.9503, ext. 15.

Building Renovations

Cornerstone Center for the Arts is currently undergoing renovations to the building. Cornerstone is excited about making these improvements to the building with the new activities that will be held this summer and fall. Renovations should be complete in time for the Governor’s Arts Awards Banquet that will be hosted by Cornerstone on Sept. 25, 2009. Please excuse any mess, as we will be doing the renovations during business hours. We appreciate your understanding, and are excited on how these renovations will improve your time spent in the building.


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Downtown Muncie Rib Fest 2009 Entertainment Lineup

MAX Muncie RibFest will be held in the streets of Downtown Muncie on August 1st from noon-10pm and August 2nd from 11 am-4pm.

The event will feature some of the regions finest summer food offerings, arts and craft vendors, 33 bands on 4 stages, gigantic kids area, Dr. Feelgood karaoke contest, beer gardens, custom and classic car cruise-in, remote control car racing and kite flying. Something for everyone!

Admissions August 1st is only $5 for adults, kids 10 and under are free. August 2nd- BOGO! Buy one adult ticket and get the other free! For vendor information and event info, please visit www.munciedowntown.com. or Cheryl Crowder @ (765) 282-7897.

This event is an annual fundraiser for Heart of the City/Muncie Downtown Development and is sponsored in part by MSD Recycling and Education Initiative and Budweiser.

August 1 Entertainment Schedule:

FM Music Stage- 200 Blk Walnut

12-12:45- Bryce Taylor
1-1:45- Leon
2-2:45- Nyx Redemption
3-3:45- Doc Peterson, Simmons and Dunn
4-4:45- Mike Feeney and Ryan Vaughn
5-5:45- Muncie Central Jazz Ensemble
6-6:45- The Smileys
7-7:45- Joan Hamilton Band
8-8:45- Crazy Larry and the Dead Blues Band
9-10:00- Blues Funk Project

Budweiser Stage- Walnut and Charles

12:30-1:15- TBA
1:30-2:15- Boot Hill
3:00-3:45- Timothy Scott and the Road Kings
4:00-4:45- Flipside
5:00-5:45- Mud Eye Joe
6:00-6:45- South of Sunset
7:00-7:45- Crash Landing Blues
8:00-8:45- Pray for Mojo
9:00-10:00- TBA

Muncie Music Center Stage - 400 Blk Walnut

12:15-1:15- RuthAnn Burkey
1:30- 2:30- Billy G Miller
2:45-4:00- TBA
4-4:45- Andrea Kuieck
5:00-10:00- Dr. Feel Good Karaoke Contest- Elimination Round

Toys Forever Stage

6-8- Sonny Yingst Band
8-10- Reminisce Band


Classic, Hot Rod and Custom Cruise-In
400 Block Walnut
Sponsored by Toys Forever Models and Hobbies
August 1- 6pm-10pm


August 2nd Schedule of Events:
BOGO- 2 admissions for price of one!


Budweiser Stage- Charles and Walnut

11:30-12:30- Creating Constellations
12:45-1:45- The Buzz
2:00-2:45- The Thump
3:00-4:00- Chuck Mock Band

FM Music Stage- 200 blk Walnut
Final Rounds of Dr. Feel Good Karaoke Contest $300 first prize
11-12 open karaoke 12- 4 Finals

Muncie Music Center Stage

12-1- Steve Roberts
1-2- Nate Randall
2-3- Andrea Kuieck
3-4- Mike Feeney


Classic, Hot Rod and Custom Cruise-In
400 Block Walnut
Sponsored by Toys Forever Models and Hobbies
August 2- 1pm-4pm


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Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn at Muncie Civic Theatre

Muncie Civic Theatre presents Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn on the Mainstage Theatre, July 17-19 & 23-25. Thursday through Saturday performances are at 7:30pm and the Sunday matinee on July 19th is at 2:00pm. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for students. Directed by Marty Grubbs.

Mark Twain's timeless classic sweeps us down the mighty Mississippi as the irrepressible Huck Finn helps his friend Jim, a slave, escape to freedom at the mouth of the Ohio River. Their adventures along the way are hilarious, suspenseful and heartwarming, bringing to life your favorite characters from the novel - the Widow Douglas and her stern sister, Miss Watson; the uproarious King and Duke, who may or may not be as harmless as they seem; Huck's partner in crime, Tom Sawyer, and their rowdy gang of pals; Huck's drunken father, the sinister Pap Finn; the lovely Mary Jane Wilkes and her trusting family. Propelled by an award winning score from Roger Miller, the king of country music, this jaunty journey provides a brilliantly theatrical celebration of pure Americana.

Call 288.PLAY to purchase your tickets over the phone or stop by the Box Office, Wednesday-Friday from Noon-6:00pm at 216 E. Main Street in Muncie.

Cast List:



Huck Finn - Drew Eberhard

Jim - Robert Hughes

Tom Sawyer - Eddie Franklin

Miss Watson - Sonja Rees

Widow Douglas - Rita Wessell

Pap Finn/Sheriff Bell - Tom Cherry

Mary Jane Wilkes - Erica Dumond

The King - Jeff Shull

The Duke - Ed Conley

Jo Harper/Joanna - Lauren Donahue

Ben Rogers/Young Fool - Neil Reinke

Alice - Nicole Regala

Judge Thatcher/Harvey Wilkes/Silas - Bob Green

Dick/Andy/Servant - Austin Light

Strange Woman/ Sally Phelps - Donna Light

Susan Wilkes - Melissa Franklin

Lafe/ Counselor Robinson - Larry Rees

Mark Twain/Doctor - Gary Kern

Simon/Hank - Arttacgo Luckett

Chorus:

Catie Noller

Jennifer Robbin

Kierstein Thaxton

Shawn Berkey

Lori Loyd

Skylar Etchison

Lisa Wade

Heidi Karner

Missy Donahue

Sarah Brenner

Susan Lankford

Linda Sherfick

Go online to www.munciecivic.org for complete season information.


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Cornerstone Art Gallery Exhibit: Eyes on You

Cornerstone Center for the Arts is showcasing the photographic artwork of Kenton Waltz titled "Eyes on You" will be displayed in the Cornerstone Art Gallery from July 1st- August 21st. A reception will be held August 6th from 5-8 pm where patrons are welcome to discuss the pieces with the artist. The collection was created by a device that Kenton Waltz constructed, where he utilized six lights with a camera in the center to capture a unique effect.

The Cornerstone Art Gallery is located on the second floor of Cornerstone Center for the Arts. The gallery exhibits and promotes the artwork of Cornerstone students and instructors, local high school and college students, as well as local and regional artists.

Go online at www.cornerstonearts.org or call the Education Office at 281-9503, ext. 15 for more information about upcoming exhibits.


Artist Biography

Kenton Waltz is currently a senior at Ball State University studying Theatre and Telecommunications. He first became interested in photography by taking photos of nature. His passion and addiction to learning has taught him a great deal about the history and art of photography. He is constantly experimenting with new types of photography and keeps a camera close by, so he never misses a chance to capture a moment.


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Clear the Table Sale at Cassella's Kitchen

Cassella's kitchen is having a "Clear the table sale" Wednesday July 8th through Saturday July 18th.

Stop in for 33% off selected all clad, utensils, and cutlery, and 33% to 50% off entire line of gourmet foods, spices, oils, and teas. Also get 50% off selected housewares and Vietri tabletop, and 50% off selected kitchen accessories, linens and fragrances.

Visit us at www.cassellaskitchen.com! Cassella's Kitchen is open Tuesday--Saturday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm in downtown Muncie, on the corner of Walnut and Charles streets.


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Muncie Downtown Weekly E-News 7-2-09

Celebrate July 4th in Downtown Muncie with fireworks on the levee at dusk. A free MITS shuttle will be provided every 15 minutes, starting at 8pm, from Northside Middle School and Southside High School parking lots. The buses will return people to their cars after the fireworks. Catch America's Hometown Band at 8:30 p.m. at Minnetrista while you watch the fireworks! Read more...

Downtown Muncie is gearing up for its most delicious event - RibFest 2009 returns to the streets of downtown Saturday, August 1st, from noon - 10pm and Saturday, August 2nd from 11am - 4pm. Applications are being accepted for Food Vendors as well as Arts, Crafts or Community information booths, music and entertainment. Read more...

Read More Downtown News at MuncieDowntown.com

JULY EVENTS

July 2 - First Thursday gallery walk, 5-8pm at various galleries and businesses along Walnut and Main Streets in Downtown Muncie.

July 2 & 3 - Muncie Civic Theatre presents The Vagina Monologues by Eve Ensler in the Studio Theatre, June 26-28; July 2-3; 10-11. Thursday through Saturday performances are at 8:00pm. Read more...

July 3 - Muncie Children's Museum Friends & Family Fun Night from 3-7 pm. Admission and activities are free. Take part in 4th of July activities! Visitors will be able to make blow-paint firecracker art, create their own bubble-art, design Popsicle stick sparklers and even enjoy a tasty July 4th-inspired treat! Read More...

July 3 - Free Friday Night Movie: Igor. Free family movies will be shown every Friday all summer long in the 400 block of Walnut Street at dusk. Read more...

July 3 - Freaky Tiki Friday with Derek Jones. Start the weekend with friends, food, drink and free live music in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle every Friday in summer, from 7 to 11 pm. Read more...

July 4 - Farmers Market at Minnetrista from 8am to noon outside the Orchard Shop. Shop for your favorite local products. FREE cooking demonstrations are offered on the last Saturday of each month. READ MORE...

July 4 - Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista featuring America's Hometown Band, 8:30 p.m. READ MORE...

July 4 - Fireworks on the levee at dusk, with free MITS shuttle provided from Northside Middle School and Southside High School parking lots. Read more...

July 6 - FM Music Live at Doc's Downtown, a live radio broadcast each Monday on MAX 93.5 & 96.7 FM from Doc's Music Hall. Tune in every Monday from 10p-12a to hear an interview and LIVE acoustic set from regional bands.

July 8 - Farmers Market at Minnetrista from 4-6pm outside the Orchard Shop. Shop for your favorite local products. READ MORE...

July 10 - Friday Dance Movie & Crafts at Muncie Ballet Studio, 6:30-9:00pm. Drop off your dancer at the studio for a movie, popcorn, and fun crafts! READ MORE...

July 10 - Free Friday Night Movie: Superman. Free family movies will be shown every Friday all summer long in the 400 block of Walnut Street at dusk. Read more...

July 10 - Freaky Tiki Friday with Tom Kat Brothers. Start the weekend with friends, food, drink and free live music in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle every Friday in summer, from 7 to 11 pm. Read more...

July 10 & 11 - Faeries, Sprites & Lights, 6-9pm at Minnetrista. Faeries, Sprites & Lights is a summertime tradition featuring all the best of faeries, theatre, music, luminaries and more, is a yearly celebration that takes place mid-summer at Minnetrista. Read More...

July 10 & 11 - Muncie Civic Theatre presents The Vagina Monologues by Eve Ensler in the Studio Theatre, June 26-28; July 2-3; 10-11. Thursday through Saturday performances are at 8:00pm. Read more...

July 11 - Farmers Market at Minnetrista from 8am to noon outside the Orchard Shop. Shop for your favorite local products. FREE cooking demonstrations are offered on the last Saturday of each month. READ MORE...

July 11 - Faerie Tea Party at Minnetrista, 11:00am and 1:30pm. Faeries and sprites of all ages are invited to attend our very special tea party! Featuring refreshments, games, crafts and a visit from one of our "faerie friends." READ MORE...

July 13 - FM Music Live at Doc's Downtown, a live radio broadcast each Monday on MAX 93.5 & 96.7 FM from Doc's Music Hall. Tune in every Monday from 10p-12a to hear an interview and LIVE acoustic set from regional bands.

July 15 - Farmers Market at Minnetrista from 4-6pm outside the Orchard Shop. Shop for your favorite local products. READ MORE...

July 17 - Free Friday Night Movie: The Incredible Hulk. Free family movies will be shown every Friday all summer long in the 400 block of Walnut Street at dusk. Read more...

July 17 - Freaky Tiki Friday with Michael Martin Band. Start the weekend with friends, food, drink and free live music in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle every Friday in summer, from 7 to 11 pm. Read more...

July 18 - Farmers Market at Minnetrista from 8am to noon outside the Orchard Shop. Shop for your favorite local products. FREE cooking demonstrations are offered on the last Saturday of each month. READ MORE...

July 20 - FM Music Live at Doc's Downtown, a live radio broadcast each Monday on MAX 93.5 & 96.7 FM from Doc's Music Hall. Tune in every Monday from 10p-12a to hear an interview and LIVE acoustic set from regional bands.

July 22 - Farmers Market at Minnetrista from 4-6pm outside the Orchard Shop. Shop for your favorite local products. READ MORE...

July 22 - Heart of the City downtown meeting at 3pm in the Star Press building conference room. The public is invited to attend.

July 24 - Friday Dance Movie & Crafts at Muncie Ballet Studio, 6:30-9:00pm. Drop off your dancer at the studio for a movie, popcorn, and fun crafts! READ MORE...

July 24 - Free Friday Night Movie: The Tale of Despereaux. Free family movies will be shown every Friday all summer long in the 400 block of Walnut Street at dusk. Read more...

July 24 - Freaky Tiki Friday with The Tom Kats. Start the weekend with friends, food, drink and free live music in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle every Friday in summer, from 7 to 11 pm. Read more...

July 25 - July 25- Muncie Children's Museum - Free Saturday. Free admission from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Visitors receive free admission to the MCM all day thanks to a generous grant from Old National Bank Foundation.

July 25 - Farmers Market at Minnetrista from 8am to noon outside the Orchard Shop. Shop for your favorite local products. FREE cooking demonstrations are offered on the last Saturday of each month. READ MORE...

July 27 - FM Music Live at Doc's Downtown, a live radio broadcast each Monday on MAX 93.5 & 96.7 FM from Doc's Music Hall. Tune in every Monday from 10p-12a to hear an interview and LIVE acoustic set from regional bands.

July 29 - Farmers Market at Minnetrista from 4-6pm outside the Orchard Shop. Shop for your favorite local products. READ MORE...

July 31 - Free Friday Night Movie: Perfect Game. Free family movies will be shown every Friday all summer long in the 400 block of Walnut Street at dusk. Read more...

July 31 - Freaky Tiki Friday with 8 Stories High. Start the weekend with friends, food, drink and free live music in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle every Friday in summer, from 7 to 11 pm. Read more...

JULY ONGOING

Wednesdays Through July - Muncie Children's Museum - Weekly Summer Programming. Included with admission. 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Wildlife Wednesdays Every Wednesday will focus on a different animal living at the Muncie Children's Museum.

Thursdays Through July - Muncie Children's Museum - Weekly Summer Programming. Included with admission. 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Thrifty Thursdays Every Thursday will feature craft time that focus on recycling old "trash" items into new usable items.

Fridays Through July - Muncie Children's Museum - Weekly Summer Programming. Included with admission. 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Fun Game Fridays Every Friday will get the chance to learn about fun and easy games that they can play with their friends at home.

July - Muncie Ballet Studio Summer Camps offer Crafts, Dance, Pointe, Theatre at the Island & Dance Movie Nights. Crafts & Dance in every class! July 9, 16, 23, 30. READ MORE...

Through July - Hartford City photographer Mary T. McVicker is the featured artist for July at the Artist Within, in an exhibit titled "Pleasant Sting." An opening reception will be held Thursday July 2nd from 5-8pm with live music by Peter Dragoo and Friends, and light refreshments. READ MORE...

Through July - The entire month of July, admission to Minnetrista is just $4 per person. In addition to discounted admission, Minnetrista has partnered with local libraries to provide complimentary performances from Minnetrista Theatre Preserves and free admission passes.

Through July - Muncie Children's Museum - Make 'n Take. Included with admission. Come to the MCM every Tuesday, at 3:30 p.m., to take part in innovative and fun crafts in the Museum's Make 'n Take! Pre-registration is not required.

July 2 - 25th - 5th Annual Members Show at Gallery 308. Juried art show with an opening reception during First Thursday, July 2nd, from 5 to 7 p.m.

July 20 - 31 - Camp Minnetrista is for kids Pre-K to those who are entering sixth grade in the fall of 2009. Taking place on the Minnetrista grounds, the four week-long day camps are an exciting and educational experience for their children. Campers can come one week or four weeks and can choose to attend half day or full day camps. READ MORE...

Through August 16 - Sand and Fire: A Juried Glass Show at Minnetrista, features work from glass artists from Indiana, Ohio, Illinois, Kentucky and Michigan. Glasswork styles represented will be torchwork, mosaics, etched and cold techniques, blown, fused, cast and stained glass. Read More...

Through August 23 - Can It! 125 Years of the Ball Jar exhibit at Minnetrista, April 4 through August 23. This highly interactive original exhibit not only looks at the historical production of the Ball jar and its influence on Muncie and surrounding communities. READ MORE...

Through Sept. 6 - Animal Secrets exhibit at Minnetrista. Children and parents can explore the hidden habitats and secret lives of forest animals. READ MORE...


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Start July With a Bang at Muncie Children's Museum

Start July off with a BANG, by coming to the Muncie Children's Museum's Friend's & Family Fun Night, on July 3, 2009, from 3 - 7 p.m! Admission and activities are free.

Come to the MCM for July's Friends & Family Fun Night to take part in 4th of July activities! Visitors will be able to make blow-paint firecracker art, create their own bubble-art, design Popsicle stick sparklers and even enjoy a tasty July 4th-inspired treat!

Underwriting for Friends & Family Fun Night is provided by the Edmund F. & Virginia B. Ball Foundation.

For more information on July's Friends & Family Fun Night, call (765) 286-1660 or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.

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The Muncie Children's Museum provides hands-on, educational and innovative learning. The Museum is located at 515 S. High St. Museum hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays and 1-5 p.m. Sundays. Admission is $6 a person ages 1-100.



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