Join Your Friends in Downtown Muncie for First Thursday Gallery Walk

So what if it's snowing outside, it's warm indoors at all of Downtown Muncie's art galleries! Meet your friends downtown tonight for the monthly First Thursday gallery walk, January 7, from 5 to 8pm.

The galleries simultaneously launch their monthly exhibits on the first Thursday evenings of every month, with meet-the-artist receptions and extended hours, live music and light refreshments. This month's exhibits will be opening at the following galleries (in alphabetical order by gallery) during First Thursday:

Art and Soul by Phoebe ~ 409 South Walnut Street ~ 765-288-0005
The public is invited to the opening reception for a new show at Art & Soul by Phoebe, "Explosion of Art and Fashion," which will take place during First Thursday, January 7, from 5pm to 9pm.

The featured artist this month is Jean McCauley, a well known local artist and member of The Muncie Artist Guild. She is showing her vast array of oils, pastels and photography.

In addition, the gallery is featuring the original designs in fashion of Ann Johnson. These delights in color and design are featured throughout the Gallery, and will be spotlighted in a Fashion Show on January 16th, 1-4pm at the Gallery. At this time, Ann's designs will be joined with the fashions of Town Boutique for a great afternoon of fashion to be modeled by local personalities. Read more...

The Artist Within ~ 313 S Walnut Street ~ 765-289-7895
The Artist Within in Downtown Muncie will feature a "Consignment Artists Salon" in January. The artists who have work on consignment will be featured on the "gallery wall" through January 30th at the studio, located at 313 S. Walnut Street.

There will be a "First Thursday" opening from 5-8 pm January 7th. Come support local artists with The Artist Within's "buy it-take it" format and "special pricing". Read more...

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.

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 ~ 765-289-857
Gallery 308 announces a new exhibition entitled "Faces and Places of Muncie," works by local artist Pamela de Marris, will open with a public reception on January's First Thursday, January 7, from 5 to 8 p.m. The opening of this exhibition marks the Gallery's 10th anniversary year. Read more...

Gordy Fine Art & Framing ~ 224 E Main Street ~ 765-284-8422
The annual printmaking exhibit will be hung for the month of January at Gordy Fine Art and Framing in downtown Muncie. Wood, Metal, Paper and Ink was curated by BSU printmaking professors, Sarojini and David Johnson.

An opening reception will be held during the First Thursday monthly event, January 7, 2010, from 5 to 8 PM. Light refreshments will be served and the public is invited to attend. Parking is available on the street and in the Merchants Bank lot across the street. 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.

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