Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once asked, "What are you doing for others?" as an inspiration to civic and community involvement.
http://www.MLKDay.gov" states, "On January 15, 2007, as we celebrate the 21st anniversary of the Martin Luther King Jr. federal holiday, hundreds of thousands of Americans across the country will remember and memorialize Dr. King by participating in service projects in their communities. Together, they will honor King’s legacy of tolerance, peace, and equality by meeting community needs and making the holiday...A day ON, not a day OFF.”
Danner's supports the ideals and goals of this mission and join in this celebration by launching our year-long fund-raising campaign for twelve local charities. Danner's will collect funds and goods for a different local cause each month of 2007.
January 2007 - Animal Rescue Fund
February 2007 - Action for Animals
March 2007 - A Better Way
April 2007 - Take 5
May 2007 - The Muncie Scene
June 2007 - The Muncie Mission
July 2007 - Second Harvest
August 2007 - Wayside Mission
September 2007 - Friends Memorial Food Pantry
October 2007 - BSU Music Co-Op
November 2007 - The Cardinal Greenway
December 2007 - Food Not Bombs
We invite the community to join us in raising awareness and funds for these great local causes! Stop by Danner's to donate!
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 a locally owned and operated independent bookstore since 1975.
http://www.DannersBooks.com
Thursday, January 11, 2007
Wednesday, January 10, 2007
2007 Deadline Dates for The Star Press Downtown Page
The following are 2007 deadline dates for advertising in the monthly Downtown Page in the Star Press newspaper. Special rates are available for this special section. For more information, contact Mark DiFabio at The Star Press, or email
mdifabio@muncie.gannett.com.
Send jpegs to Starpressads@comcast.net
2007 DUE DATES:
Jan 11
Feb15
Mar 15
Apr 12
May 10
June 14
July 12
Aug 16
Sept 13
Oct 11
Nov 15
Dec 13
mdifabio@muncie.gannett.com.
Send jpegs to Starpressads@comcast.net
2007 DUE DATES:
Jan 11
Feb15
Mar 15
Apr 12
May 10
June 14
July 12
Aug 16
Sept 13
Oct 11
Nov 15
Dec 13
Tuesday, January 09, 2007
Armed & Famous Premiere Party Downtown
Join your friends (and maybe the celebrities) downtown to watch the premiere of Armed & Famous on the big screen at Doc's, 215 S. Walnut St. The party starts at 7 p.m.
For updates about Armed and Famous, breaking headlines, reviews and links, check http://www.munciedowntown.com/armedandfamous.php.
The new reality cop show will air two new episodes on CBS Wednesday and Thursday nights, and the show will regularly show on Wednesdays.
The series follows Erik Estrada, La Toya Jackson, Jack Osbourne, Jason "Wee-Man" Acuna and Trish Stratus as they train to become Muncie police and work the field arresting
Muncie citizens.
Downtown Muncie wishes to thank the cast and crew for their courtesy and support while working downtown at the Muncie Police Department and staying downtown at the former Hotel Roberts.
For updates about Armed and Famous, breaking headlines, reviews and links, check http://www.munciedowntown.com/armedandfamous.php.
The new reality cop show will air two new episodes on CBS Wednesday and Thursday nights, and the show will regularly show on Wednesdays.
The series follows Erik Estrada, La Toya Jackson, Jack Osbourne, Jason "Wee-Man" Acuna and Trish Stratus as they train to become Muncie police and work the field arresting
Muncie citizens.
Downtown Muncie wishes to thank the cast and crew for their courtesy and support while working downtown at the Muncie Police Department and staying downtown at the former Hotel Roberts.
Friday, January 05, 2007
Weekly Downtown E-News 1/5/07
Weekly Newsletter Friday, January 5th, 2007
DOWNTOWN ANNOUNCEMENTS:
The Downtown Business Council regular meeting has been rescheduled to Wednesday, January 17th, at 7:30 a.m. in the Star-Press conference room. Coffee and donuts will be provided. Anyone and everyone is welcome to attend. Spread the word, bring a friend, and help take part in making Downtown Muncie the place to be!
Everybody's talking about "Armed & Famous," which premieres on CBS next Wednesday, January 10th. Find news, updates, videos and comments from local residents about the new celebrity reality series on these local websites:
Armed and Famous forum at http://www.munciefreepress.com
Armed & Famous updates at http://www.munciedowntown.com/armedandfamous.php
Continuing A&F coverage at http://www.thestarpress.com
JANUARY EVENTS:
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.
6th - Author and Muncie fire fighter, Patrick O'Brian will be at Danner's Books-Gifts-Yarn on Wheeling Ave. from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to sign copies of his newest book, Snowbound. This is the 4th book in the West Baden Murders series.
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.
17th - The Downtown Business Council meeting Wednesday, January 17th, at 7:30 a.m. in the Star-Press conference room. Anyone and everyone is welcome to attend.
18th - Gallery 308 (formerly known as "MPG") presents the first " Living Art" program of 2007 featuring ceramic artist Ted Neal. Neal will discuss the ceramic arts in a 7 p.m. program which is open to the public at no charge. Gallery 308 is located at 308 East Main in downtown Muncie.
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.
27th - Muncie Children's Museum Free Family Saturday. Free admission from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Everyone is welcome to spend the day at the MCM and enjoy our 18 hands-on interactive exhibits. Free Saturdays in 2007 are sponsored by the Muncie Sunrise Rotary Club.
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 January - Gallery 308 (formerly MPG) located at 308 E. Main St. features this month sculptor Alex Lathrop, and photographers Leslie Rodgers and Zachary Schlemmer.
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 JackOs 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.
Beginning Jan. 22 - Cornerstone Center for the Arts begins its Arts Adventure program with classes for all ages. Online registration is currently being accepted at their website, www.cornerstonearts.org. New classes include: Scrapbooking, Calligraphy, the Cornerstone Youth Choir, Fashion Design, Salsa, several writing classes, and many more. Returning classes include: Ballet, Adult Tap, Martial Arts, Theatre classes for children, Youth Art, Drawing, Painting, Musical Theatre, and many more.
Every Wednesday - Muncie Children's Museum January Weekly After School Workshop - All About Insects. Children will get an in depth look at the characteristics and life cycles of these tiny creatures at the Museum's January After School Workshop. The weekly workshop is every Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Contact the Museum at 286-1660 for pricing information and to make your child's reservation.
Through January - 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:
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.
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.
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.
Feb. 2 - Muncie Children's Museum - Grand Opening of Kangaroo Crossing, a hands on exhibit all about Australia - the land down under! This exciting exhibit will be at the Museum through April. Grand opening festivities begin at 3 p.m. as part of our February Friends & Family Fun Night. Admission is free from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Outback Steakhouse will provide free prizes and coupons for each family attending.
February 3rd - The 3rd annual Muncie Mission "Walk A Mile In My Shoes" begins with registration at 8:30 a.m. at the Horizon Convention Center. Participants will walk the one-mile route to the Mission's New Life Center at the corner of Liberty and Memorial. Food and hot drinks will be available both before and after the event. Tours of the New Life Center will be available after the walk is completed. Return transportation to the Horizon Center provided by MITS. For more information call Heather Davis at 288-9122 ext 7 or visit www.munciemission.org.
Feb. 14th - The Artist Within third annual "Valentine's Day Desserts and More" February 14th from 6-9 pm. For more information, visit www.theartistwithininc.com.
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SEND NEWS ITEMS:
Send information on downtown-related events for the weekly emailed newsletter to nancylnorris@aol.com.
Send information to be added to the downtown website to info@munciedowntown.com.
DOWNTOWN ANNOUNCEMENTS:
The Downtown Business Council regular meeting has been rescheduled to Wednesday, January 17th, at 7:30 a.m. in the Star-Press conference room. Coffee and donuts will be provided. Anyone and everyone is welcome to attend. Spread the word, bring a friend, and help take part in making Downtown Muncie the place to be!
Everybody's talking about "Armed & Famous," which premieres on CBS next Wednesday, January 10th. Find news, updates, videos and comments from local residents about the new celebrity reality series on these local websites:
Armed and Famous forum at http://www.munciefreepress.com
Armed & Famous updates at http://www.munciedowntown.com/armedandfamous.php
Continuing A&F coverage at http://www.thestarpress.com
JANUARY EVENTS:
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.
6th - Author and Muncie fire fighter, Patrick O'Brian will be at Danner's Books-Gifts-Yarn on Wheeling Ave. from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to sign copies of his newest book, Snowbound. This is the 4th book in the West Baden Murders series.
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.
17th - The Downtown Business Council meeting Wednesday, January 17th, at 7:30 a.m. in the Star-Press conference room. Anyone and everyone is welcome to attend.
18th - Gallery 308 (formerly known as "MPG") presents the first " Living Art" program of 2007 featuring ceramic artist Ted Neal. Neal will discuss the ceramic arts in a 7 p.m. program which is open to the public at no charge. Gallery 308 is located at 308 East Main in downtown Muncie.
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.
27th - Muncie Children's Museum Free Family Saturday. Free admission from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Everyone is welcome to spend the day at the MCM and enjoy our 18 hands-on interactive exhibits. Free Saturdays in 2007 are sponsored by the Muncie Sunrise Rotary Club.
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 January - Gallery 308 (formerly MPG) located at 308 E. Main St. features this month sculptor Alex Lathrop, and photographers Leslie Rodgers and Zachary Schlemmer.
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 JackOs 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.
Beginning Jan. 22 - Cornerstone Center for the Arts begins its Arts Adventure program with classes for all ages. Online registration is currently being accepted at their website, www.cornerstonearts.org. New classes include: Scrapbooking, Calligraphy, the Cornerstone Youth Choir, Fashion Design, Salsa, several writing classes, and many more. Returning classes include: Ballet, Adult Tap, Martial Arts, Theatre classes for children, Youth Art, Drawing, Painting, Musical Theatre, and many more.
Every Wednesday - Muncie Children's Museum January Weekly After School Workshop - All About Insects. Children will get an in depth look at the characteristics and life cycles of these tiny creatures at the Museum's January After School Workshop. The weekly workshop is every Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Contact the Museum at 286-1660 for pricing information and to make your child's reservation.
Through January - 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:
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.
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.
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.
Feb. 2 - Muncie Children's Museum - Grand Opening of Kangaroo Crossing, a hands on exhibit all about Australia - the land down under! This exciting exhibit will be at the Museum through April. Grand opening festivities begin at 3 p.m. as part of our February Friends & Family Fun Night. Admission is free from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Outback Steakhouse will provide free prizes and coupons for each family attending.
February 3rd - The 3rd annual Muncie Mission "Walk A Mile In My Shoes" begins with registration at 8:30 a.m. at the Horizon Convention Center. Participants will walk the one-mile route to the Mission's New Life Center at the corner of Liberty and Memorial. Food and hot drinks will be available both before and after the event. Tours of the New Life Center will be available after the walk is completed. Return transportation to the Horizon Center provided by MITS. For more information call Heather Davis at 288-9122 ext 7 or visit www.munciemission.org.
Feb. 14th - The Artist Within third annual "Valentine's Day Desserts and More" February 14th from 6-9 pm. For more information, visit www.theartistwithininc.com.
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SEND NEWS ITEMS:
Send information on downtown-related events for the weekly emailed newsletter to nancylnorris@aol.com.
Send information to be added to the downtown website to info@munciedowntown.com.
Wednesday, January 03, 2007
MPG Arts Changes Name to "Gallery 308"
New Year, New Name, New Exhibit:
"Gallery 308" to Exhibit Works by Three Ball StateGraduates
The Board of Directors for MPG (the nonprofit community art gallery located at 308 East Main in downtown Muncie) announced today that it has formally changed the gallery's name to Gallery 308.
Gallery 308 (formerly known as Mitchell Place Gallery and then called "MPG" after moving to 308 East Main Street last August) has not changed its mission, however. It will continue to present innovative art by local artists.
Gallery 308 opens the 2007 exhibition season on January 8 displaying works by three recent graduates of the Ball State University Department of Art, sculptor Alex Lathrop, and photographers Leslie Rodgers andZachary Schlemmer. All three completed BFA degrees from Ball State University in December.
Alex Lathrop sculpts from an organic perspective. His contributions to the January exhibition come from his senior thesis show, where he chose a medium - steel forging - that was relatively unfamiliar to him.
Leslie Rodgers' photographs combine abstract textures and human forms. She says, "With Polaroid instamatic film, I use photography as a merger between abstract expressionism and the female nude, a classical concept." She is influenced both aesthetically and conceptually by the female nude body.
Zack Schlemmer works from a straightforward documentary approach, with images composed and printed so as to allow for more attention to the subject rather than the processes used by the photographer. "I commonly use a blunt point of view when shooting the subject, intending to present it as objectively as possible," he says.
The three artists's works will be displayed from January 8th through the end of the month. There will be no opening reception for the January exhibition.
The public is welcome to attend the first educational program of the year when, on January 18th, the first Living Art program of 2007 is held. The guest speaker is ceramist Ted Neal who will give a program that starts at 7 p.m.
For more information about gallery hours, volunteer and donor opportunities, please call 765-289-8575.
"Gallery 308" to Exhibit Works by Three Ball StateGraduates
The Board of Directors for MPG (the nonprofit community art gallery located at 308 East Main in downtown Muncie) announced today that it has formally changed the gallery's name to Gallery 308.
Gallery 308 (formerly known as Mitchell Place Gallery and then called "MPG" after moving to 308 East Main Street last August) has not changed its mission, however. It will continue to present innovative art by local artists.
Gallery 308 opens the 2007 exhibition season on January 8 displaying works by three recent graduates of the Ball State University Department of Art, sculptor Alex Lathrop, and photographers Leslie Rodgers andZachary Schlemmer. All three completed BFA degrees from Ball State University in December.
Alex Lathrop sculpts from an organic perspective. His contributions to the January exhibition come from his senior thesis show, where he chose a medium - steel forging - that was relatively unfamiliar to him.
Leslie Rodgers' photographs combine abstract textures and human forms. She says, "With Polaroid instamatic film, I use photography as a merger between abstract expressionism and the female nude, a classical concept." She is influenced both aesthetically and conceptually by the female nude body.
Zack Schlemmer works from a straightforward documentary approach, with images composed and printed so as to allow for more attention to the subject rather than the processes used by the photographer. "I commonly use a blunt point of view when shooting the subject, intending to present it as objectively as possible," he says.
The three artists's works will be displayed from January 8th through the end of the month. There will be no opening reception for the January exhibition.
The public is welcome to attend the first educational program of the year when, on January 18th, the first Living Art program of 2007 is held. The guest speaker is ceramist Ted Neal who will give a program that starts at 7 p.m.
For more information about gallery hours, volunteer and donor opportunities, please call 765-289-8575.
Tuesday, January 02, 2007
Muncie's "Armed and Famous" to Premiere on CBS Jan. 10
WISH-TV 8 in Indianapolis reports that filming
is nearly completed for the "Armed and Famous" reality TV program
right here in downtown Muncie Indiana!Read
the article here.The series is scheduled to begin airing on the CBS-TV network Wednesday, January
10.
The new reality cop show features Erik Estrada,
La Toya Jackson, Jack Osbourne, Jason "Wee-Man" Acuna and Trish
Stratus as they train to become Muncie police and work the field arresting
Muncie citizens.
Share your stories on the Muncie Free Press "Armed
and Famous" forum:
http://www.munciefreepress.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=372
The official Armed and Famous website on CBS:
http://www.cbs.com/primetime/armed_and_famous/
Click Here for continuing coverage of Armed and Famous by Muncie's The Star-Press newspaper:
http://thestarpress.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/99999999/NEWS01/61127017&template=theme&theme=ARMED%20AND%20FAMOUS
Or to read their blog:
http://orig.thestarpress.com/blogs/armedandfamous/
More blogs entries about Armed+Famous and its
celebrities:
http://www.imnotobsessed.com/2006/12/07/armed-and-famous-has-reality-tv-gone-too-far/
http://sarenastraus.blogspot.com/2006/12/mister-da-is-back-glad-to-see-mister.html
http://bork.wordpress.com/2006/12/06/why-call-it-armed-and-famous/
http://www.officer.com/interactive/2006/12/08/armedandmoronic/
http://www.amiannoyingornot.com/(s12rhu45hhglib455l5fqia2)/collection.aspx?collection=7265
http://forums.televisionwithoutpity.com/index.php?showtopic=3149085&st=0
http://seriouslyomgwtf.blogsome.com/2006/12/22/armed-and-famous-actors-giving-back-to-muncie/
http://popwatch.ew.com/popwatch/2006/12/how_do_you_take.html
http://p085.ezboard.com/fsurvivorsucksfrm16.showMessageRange?topicID=5603.topic&start=1&stop=20
Armed + Famous Fan sites:
http://www.armed-famous.com
http://www.armedandfamous.net
http://www.armedandfamous.org
Episode summaries at TV.com:
http://www.tv.com/armed-and-famous/show/67046/summary.html
Read about armed and famous on Wikipedia:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Armed_and_Famous
See cast and crew information, and schedule
(when available):
http://tv.yahoo.com/armed-and-famous/show/40959/castcrew
Coverage from WISH-TV channel 8 in Indianapolis:
http://www.wishtv.com/Global/story.asp?S=5772707
Article from TIME magazine:
http://www.time.com/time/nation/article/0,8599,1570279,00.html
Excellent article on the filming of Armed &
Famous and its impact on Muncie, Indiana:
http://www.austin360.com/tv/content/tv/stories/2006/12/29armedfamous.html
UK's "The Guardian" printed an article
about the filming of Armed & Famous in Muncie.
Read the full article here:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/international/story/0,,1967123,00.htmlF
Another article from Variety:
http://www.variety.com/article/VR1117954683.html?categoryid=1071&cs=1
An article from USA Today:
http://www.usatoday.com/life/television/news/2006-12-06-armed-famous_x.htm
Armed & Famous story from CNN:
http://www.cnn.com/2006/SHOWBIZ/TV/12/07/tv.armedandfamous.ap/index.html
From TV.com:
target="_blank">http://www.tv.com/story/7321.html?q=
YouTube Links:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6iw2Z3g1dY
More videos from Armed & Famous:
http://blip.tv/file/122428
Listen to an audio interview with the show's
producer:
http://www.bybradio.net/?p=525
Armed-Famous Celebrity Links:
Erik Estrada
Official Website for
Erik Estrada
Article
from the Muncie IN newspaper
Trish Stratus
TrishStratus.com
Blog
Entry about Armed & Famous
Jason"Wee Man" Acuña
Official Wee Man Website
About Wee Man
Acuna
LaToya Jackson
Official
Website for La Toya Jackson
Blog
Entry about Armed and Famous
Jack Osbourne
About
JackOsbourne
Blog
Entry about Armed and Famous
Monday, January 01, 2007
Cornerstone Center for the Arts Opens Registration
Cornerstone Center for the Arts in Muncie has opened registration for its Spring session of the Arts Adventure program. Classes for all ages begin January 22nd. Cornerstone is also proud to present its brand new online registration system, which allows anyone to view class information, read teacher bios, and register for classes at www.cornerstonearts.org.
New classes include: Scrapbooking, Calligraphy, the Cornerstone Youth Choir, Fashion Design, Salsa, several writing classes, and many more.
Returning classes include: Ballet, Adult Tap, Martial Arts, Theatre classes for children, Youth Art, Drawing, Painting, Musical Theatre, and many more.
* What: Arts Adventure Program
* When: Registration now open, classes run January 22nd-April 19th
* Where: Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E. Main St. Muncie, IN 47305
* Who: All ages
* Website: www.cornerstonearts.org
For more information about the Arts Adventure program, call RobbyTompkins, Director of Education, at 765.281.9503.
New classes include: Scrapbooking, Calligraphy, the Cornerstone Youth Choir, Fashion Design, Salsa, several writing classes, and many more.
Returning classes include: Ballet, Adult Tap, Martial Arts, Theatre classes for children, Youth Art, Drawing, Painting, Musical Theatre, and many more.
* What: Arts Adventure Program
* When: Registration now open, classes run January 22nd-April 19th
* Where: Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E. Main St. Muncie, IN 47305
* Who: All ages
* Website: www.cornerstonearts.org
For more information about the Arts Adventure program, call RobbyTompkins, Director of Education, at 765.281.9503.
Friday, December 29, 2006
Weekly Downtown E-News 12/29/06
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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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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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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Tuesday, November 21, 2006
14 Area Artists at Gordy Fine Art & Framing Holiday Exhibit
Pressed for Prints: Traditional & Giclee
Holiday Exhibit at Gordy Fine Art & Framing Company Features 14 Area Artists
Traditional printmakers will exhibit alongside artists who typically work in oils, watercolors, photography and collage in a two-month show that aims to be both visually exciting and educational. The five printmakers, David & Sarojini Johnson from the Ball State Art Department, two of their graduate students, Jake Saunders and Josh Winkler, and BSU graduate and gallery owner, Genny Gordy, will exhibit limited edition relief prints, lithographs and serigraphs ranging in subject from decorative and farm animals to saints, toys and helicopters. They will be joined by eight traditional artists who will hang giclee prints of some of their most popular pieces.
The world of fine art prints recently expanded with technological advances that created giclee prints. Pronouced, jee-clay, the term is French for "spray of ink." A digital image is taken from a work of art by either high-quality scanning or camera, and copies are made with the color saturation and tone appearance of the original. When printed with today's high quality inks onto rag papers or canvas, giclees are considered extremely accurate archival reproductions. In some cases, the giclee may outlast the original and be more affordable.
Framed works by Alan Patrick, Paul Laseau, Martha Gilliom, Julie Eflin, Shonet Lambert Martin, Margie Prim, Sherry Powell, Jay Zimmerman, and Brian Gordy will give patrons the opportunity to examine the new prints and perhaps take some home for the holidays. 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.
Pressed for Prints will run through January 29, 2007, and may be viewed during business hours, Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5:30 PM, Saturday, 9 to 3. Gordy Fine Art & Framing is located at 224 East Main Street, across the street from Jack's Camera Shop. For more information, call 284-8422 or visit www.gordyframing.com.
Holiday Exhibit at Gordy Fine Art & Framing Company Features 14 Area Artists
Traditional printmakers will exhibit alongside artists who typically work in oils, watercolors, photography and collage in a two-month show that aims to be both visually exciting and educational. The five printmakers, David & Sarojini Johnson from the Ball State Art Department, two of their graduate students, Jake Saunders and Josh Winkler, and BSU graduate and gallery owner, Genny Gordy, will exhibit limited edition relief prints, lithographs and serigraphs ranging in subject from decorative and farm animals to saints, toys and helicopters. They will be joined by eight traditional artists who will hang giclee prints of some of their most popular pieces.
The world of fine art prints recently expanded with technological advances that created giclee prints. Pronouced, jee-clay, the term is French for "spray of ink." A digital image is taken from a work of art by either high-quality scanning or camera, and copies are made with the color saturation and tone appearance of the original. When printed with today's high quality inks onto rag papers or canvas, giclees are considered extremely accurate archival reproductions. In some cases, the giclee may outlast the original and be more affordable.
Framed works by Alan Patrick, Paul Laseau, Martha Gilliom, Julie Eflin, Shonet Lambert Martin, Margie Prim, Sherry Powell, Jay Zimmerman, and Brian Gordy will give patrons the opportunity to examine the new prints and perhaps take some home for the holidays. 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.
Pressed for Prints will run through January 29, 2007, and may be viewed during business hours, Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5:30 PM, Saturday, 9 to 3. Gordy Fine Art & Framing is located at 224 East Main Street, across the street from Jack's Camera Shop. For more information, call 284-8422 or visit www.gordyframing.com.
Saturday, November 18, 2006
Santa visits Cornerstone Center for the Arts
SANTA VISITS CORNERSTONE!!
Hundreds come out to see Santa.
November 18, 2006
Brett A. Ellison, Director of Rentals & Events
Saturday was the day for children of all ages to step into a winter
wonderland at Cornerstone's Candy Cane Lane. There may not have been any
snow on the ground outside but Cornerstone's Great Room located on the
second floor was transformed into Candy Cane Lane presented by The Alpha
Chapter of Psi Iota Xi here in Muncie.
Children were lined up to get their Free Picture with Santa in this magical
land. Decorating could not have been done without the many volunteers who
spent their week here at Cornerstone in Preparation for today's events.
Special thank you's go to the Alpha Chapter of Psi Iota Xi for sponsoring
the event, Marilyn Cleary and Ricky Moracle, Advanced Smile Dentistry,
Indiana Public Radio, Indiana Arts Commission, Mattel and A Bright Smile Toy
Drive.
Once children had their picture take with Santa
They were able to visit his toy store courtesy of Mattel and A Bright Smile
Toy Drive and Advanced Smile Dentistry,
Then they were able to make and take a picture frame,
;
And then they could go to the Theatre Room to listen to music by Piano
Teacher, Judy Kiger and some of her students while waiting to get a balloon
from Blossom the Clown or get a tattoo.
It turned out to be a wonderful day for children of all ages to come and
visit Cornerstone Center for the Arts and kick off the Holidays.
Approximately 400 visitors came through Candy Cane Lane.
Hundreds come out to see Santa.
November 18, 2006
Brett A. Ellison, Director of Rentals & Events
Saturday was the day for children of all ages to step into a winter
wonderland at Cornerstone's Candy Cane Lane. There may not have been any
snow on the ground outside but Cornerstone's Great Room located on the
second floor was transformed into Candy Cane Lane presented by The Alpha
Chapter of Psi Iota Xi here in Muncie.
Children were lined up to get their Free Picture with Santa in this magical
land. Decorating could not have been done without the many volunteers who
spent their week here at Cornerstone in Preparation for today's events.
Special thank you's go to the Alpha Chapter of Psi Iota Xi for sponsoring
the event, Marilyn Cleary and Ricky Moracle, Advanced Smile Dentistry,
Indiana Public Radio, Indiana Arts Commission, Mattel and A Bright Smile Toy
Drive.
Once children had their picture take with Santa
They were able to visit his toy store courtesy of Mattel and A Bright Smile
Toy Drive and Advanced Smile Dentistry,
Then they were able to make and take a picture frame,
And then they could go to the Theatre Room to listen to music by Piano
Teacher, Judy Kiger and some of her students while waiting to get a balloon
from Blossom the Clown or get a tattoo.
It turned out to be a wonderful day for children of all ages to come and
visit Cornerstone Center for the Arts and kick off the Holidays.
Approximately 400 visitors came through Candy Cane Lane.
Friday, November 17, 2006
Weekly Downtown E-News 11/17/06
NOVEMBER EVENTS :
17th - A Taste of Danner's, from 5 to 8pm. The Book Clubs and Knitting Groups of Danner's invite the public to A Taste of Danner's, with a smorgasbord of multi-ethnic food and drinks including wine, cheese, appetizers, entrees, desserts, and more! Tickets available at the door at Danner's, 1316 North Wheeling Ave. Call 765-288-1122.
18th - Muncie Children's Museum; free family Saturday 10am-5pm.
18 - Minnetrista features: Winter Markets 9 a.m. - noon at the Orchard Shop Courtyard, market will include meat, eggs, honey, cheese and baked goods.
18th - Minnetrista; Where the Wind Blows Minn-trip to Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center at Goshen College. Appropriate for adults, 10am-6pm. Registration deadline is Nov. 10. Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
18th - Cornerstone Center for the Arts presents Candy Cane Lane~~crafts, presents, refreshments, entertainment, and photos with Santa: 1-4 pm. For more info, contact Brett Ellison @ 765-281-9503, ext. 53.
18 - Vera Mae's Bistro Jazz Event, 6:30-10pm, featuring jazz vocalist Mary Ann Moss, with Frank Smith on string bass and Frank Puzzullo on piano. Reservations are recommended. Call 747-4941 for info.
19 - Cornerstone Center for the Arts' Sunday Sampler Series presents African Dance 2pm - 3:30pm, and Salsa 3:30pm - 5pm Classes are open to anyone. African Dance taught by Janae Mackins; Salsa taught by Joyce Maxwell - Chenault. For more information about our Sunday Sampler series, please contact Mr. Robby Tompkins, Director of Education at (765) 281-9503.
21st - Minnetrista features: Just Say Cheese 5:30-7:30 p.m. -Learn about various types of cheese and take home lemon cheese spread. Call by 11.19 for registration and info.
24th-25th - Santa Claus visits the Muncie Children's Museum. Children will be able to share their list with Santa on Friday, November 24 between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. and on Sunday, November 26 between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Santa visits are free to members and are included in the regular admission cost.
24-25th 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.
25th - Muncie Children's Museum, 2pm, Snakehead Ed & Friends return by popular demand. Meet ten of Ed's friendly snakes, up close and personal, learning both the facts and myths about snakes. Free to members and is included in the Museum's regular admission price.
25th - Minnetrista presents: Gingerbread Homes 1-3 p.m.; -Assemble and decorate your own gingerbread house. Registration deadline 11.17. Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
26th - Muncie Civic Theater presents: Over the River & Through the Woods at 2:00 pm Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
26th - Minnetrista presents: Origami Show & Tell 1:30-3 p.m. Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
25th - The Artist Within turns two this month! Stop by Saturday, November 25th for cake and punch and to help us celebrate and to thank you for your support the past two years!
30th 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.
NOVEMBER ONGOING :
Through November - The Artist Within will feature the artwork of Thomas L. Farris throughout the month of November. His one man show, "IDEA DRIVEN...MEDIA EXPLORATION", runs November 1-25, 2006 with an artist opening reception Thursday, November 2 from 5-8 pm. The upper level gallery will feature the work of two Ball State University seniors. Painting majors Jessica Green and Duncan Ford will exhibit recent works. Jessica will showcase painting done while on her trip to France last summer; Duncan will feature his figure studies. They will also have an artists reception from 5-8 pm on Thursday November 2nd. For more info and calendar, visit www.theartistwithininc.com.
Through November - Gordy Fine Art & Framing Co. features: Sally Myers and Brian Gordy
Through Nov. 30 - ArtWorks features: artist Jeanette Gilbert~~opening reception Thurs. Nov. 2nd 5:30-8:00pm
Through November - MPG Arts features art by Bill Inman. Opening reception on First Thursday Nov. 2.
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 January 22 Minetrista presents: It's Not Just a Game! Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
DECEMBER EVENTS :
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 - 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
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 - 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 celebrate the holidays 7:30-9:30pm at The Lofts 301 S. Walnut. Appetizers and cash bar, dress in cocktail, dressy casual or festive attire. Contact tlutton@muncie.com for more details.
9th - Minnetrista features: Winter Markets 9 a.m. - noon at the Orchard Shop Courtyard, market will include meat, eggs, honey, cheese and baked goods.
Dec. 15-17th - Muncie Ballet presents The Children's Nutcracker, attended by over 1600 community children annually. Now in it's 6th year, families have made a tradition of attending this children's holiday classic. Details at MuncieBallet.org
DECEMBER ONGOING :
Dec. 15-23 - MUNCIE CIVIC THEATRE will present the inaugural production of its new Family Theatre Workshop Series with THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER! by Barbara Robinson. The play will perform on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, December 15, 16, 21, 22 & 23 at 7:30pm as well as on Sunday, December 17 at 2:00pm. The performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana.
Dec. 20-23 MAIN STREET STUDIO THEATRE will present A CHRISTMAS CABARET on December 20, 21, 22 & 23 at 8:00pm. The performances will be at The Main Street Studio Theatre, 222 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. The production is rated G. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office. Box Office hours are Tuesday through Friday from 3:00pm to 6:00pm and one hour prior to each performance.
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.
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17th - A Taste of Danner's, from 5 to 8pm. The Book Clubs and Knitting Groups of Danner's invite the public to A Taste of Danner's, with a smorgasbord of multi-ethnic food and drinks including wine, cheese, appetizers, entrees, desserts, and more! Tickets available at the door at Danner's, 1316 North Wheeling Ave. Call 765-288-1122.
18th - Muncie Children's Museum; free family Saturday 10am-5pm.
18 - Minnetrista features: Winter Markets 9 a.m. - noon at the Orchard Shop Courtyard, market will include meat, eggs, honey, cheese and baked goods.
18th - Minnetrista; Where the Wind Blows Minn-trip to Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center at Goshen College. Appropriate for adults, 10am-6pm. Registration deadline is Nov. 10. Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
18th - Cornerstone Center for the Arts presents Candy Cane Lane~~crafts, presents, refreshments, entertainment, and photos with Santa: 1-4 pm. For more info, contact Brett Ellison @ 765-281-9503, ext. 53.
18 - Vera Mae's Bistro Jazz Event, 6:30-10pm, featuring jazz vocalist Mary Ann Moss, with Frank Smith on string bass and Frank Puzzullo on piano. Reservations are recommended. Call 747-4941 for info.
19 - Cornerstone Center for the Arts' Sunday Sampler Series presents African Dance 2pm - 3:30pm, and Salsa 3:30pm - 5pm Classes are open to anyone. African Dance taught by Janae Mackins; Salsa taught by Joyce Maxwell - Chenault. For more information about our Sunday Sampler series, please contact Mr. Robby Tompkins, Director of Education at (765) 281-9503.
21st - Minnetrista features: Just Say Cheese 5:30-7:30 p.m. -Learn about various types of cheese and take home lemon cheese spread. Call by 11.19 for registration and info.
24th-25th - Santa Claus visits the Muncie Children's Museum. Children will be able to share their list with Santa on Friday, November 24 between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. and on Sunday, November 26 between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Santa visits are free to members and are included in the regular admission cost.
24-25th 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.
25th - Muncie Children's Museum, 2pm, Snakehead Ed & Friends return by popular demand. Meet ten of Ed's friendly snakes, up close and personal, learning both the facts and myths about snakes. Free to members and is included in the Museum's regular admission price.
25th - Minnetrista presents: Gingerbread Homes 1-3 p.m.; -Assemble and decorate your own gingerbread house. Registration deadline 11.17. Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
26th - Muncie Civic Theater presents: Over the River & Through the Woods at 2:00 pm Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
26th - Minnetrista presents: Origami Show & Tell 1:30-3 p.m. Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
25th - The Artist Within turns two this month! Stop by Saturday, November 25th for cake and punch and to help us celebrate and to thank you for your support the past two years!
30th 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.
NOVEMBER ONGOING :
Through November - The Artist Within will feature the artwork of Thomas L. Farris throughout the month of November. His one man show, "IDEA DRIVEN...MEDIA EXPLORATION", runs November 1-25, 2006 with an artist opening reception Thursday, November 2 from 5-8 pm. The upper level gallery will feature the work of two Ball State University seniors. Painting majors Jessica Green and Duncan Ford will exhibit recent works. Jessica will showcase painting done while on her trip to France last summer; Duncan will feature his figure studies. They will also have an artists reception from 5-8 pm on Thursday November 2nd. For more info and calendar, visit www.theartistwithininc.com.
Through November - Gordy Fine Art & Framing Co. features: Sally Myers and Brian Gordy
Through Nov. 30 - ArtWorks features: artist Jeanette Gilbert~~opening reception Thurs. Nov. 2nd 5:30-8:00pm
Through November - MPG Arts features art by Bill Inman. Opening reception on First Thursday Nov. 2.
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 January 22 Minetrista presents: It's Not Just a Game! Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
DECEMBER EVENTS :
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 - 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
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 - 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 celebrate the holidays 7:30-9:30pm at The Lofts 301 S. Walnut. Appetizers and cash bar, dress in cocktail, dressy casual or festive attire. Contact tlutton@muncie.com for more details.
9th - Minnetrista features: Winter Markets 9 a.m. - noon at the Orchard Shop Courtyard, market will include meat, eggs, honey, cheese and baked goods.
Dec. 15-17th - Muncie Ballet presents The Children's Nutcracker, attended by over 1600 community children annually. Now in it's 6th year, families have made a tradition of attending this children's holiday classic. Details at MuncieBallet.org
DECEMBER ONGOING :
Dec. 15-23 - MUNCIE CIVIC THEATRE will present the inaugural production of its new Family Theatre Workshop Series with THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER! by Barbara Robinson. The play will perform on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, December 15, 16, 21, 22 & 23 at 7:30pm as well as on Sunday, December 17 at 2:00pm. The performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana.
Dec. 20-23 MAIN STREET STUDIO THEATRE will present A CHRISTMAS CABARET on December 20, 21, 22 & 23 at 8:00pm. The performances will be at The Main Street Studio Theatre, 222 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. The production is rated G. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office. Box Office hours are Tuesday through Friday from 3:00pm to 6:00pm and one hour prior to each performance.
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.
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Friday, November 10, 2006
Weekly Downtown E-News 11/10/06
Downtown Announcements:
About 20 people attended the Downtown Business Council meeting this week. If you missed the meeting, the minutes are available on the Downtown Business Council blog:
http://downtownbusinesscouncil.blogspot.com/2006/11/dbc-meeting-minutes-1182006.html.
DBC members are also encouraged to look over the results of the special planning session, and review the proposed committee plan and goals to be voted on with the officers' election. The outline of that plan is also available on the DBC blog at http://downtownbusinesscouncil.blogspot.com/2006/10/downtown-business-council-planning.html.
Plans are underway for the downtown Holiday Lights event, scheduled for First Thursday, Dec. 7, from 5-9pm. All downtown building owners and/or residents are asked to put clear white lights in their windows, especially on the upper floors. Anyone wishing to volunteer some help for the evening is encouraged to call Downtown Development @ 765 282-7897. For a complete outline of details and help needed, click here: http://downtownbusinesscouncil.blogspot.com/2006/11/downtown-holiday-lights-update.html
NOVEMBER EVENTS :
11th - 2pm, Barbara Lantz will sign copies of her new book, The Return of Chief Joseph, at Danner's Books-Gifts-Yarn on Wheeling Ave. Visit www.dannersbooks.com for info.
12 - 2-3:30pm. Cornerstone Center for the Arts' Sunday Sampler Series presents Self Defense, led by Carl Jackson, Sr. For more information about our Sunday Sampler series, please contact Mr. Robby Tompkins, Director of Education at (765) 281-9503.
14th - Minnetrista; Holidays Around the World, appropriate for 4-5 year olds, 4-5pm. This program includes a trip to the exhibit, Children Just Like Me.Registration Deadline is Nov. 10. Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
15th - Minnetrista ; Play Around the World, appropriate for 3 year olds 4-5pm. This program includes a trip to the exhibit, Children Just Like Me.Registration Deadline is Nov. 10. Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
16th - Minnetrista: Celebrations around the World appropriate for 6 & 7 year olds from 4-5pm. This program includes a trip to the exhibit, Children Just Like Me.Registration Deadline is Nov. 10. Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
17th - A Taste of Danner's, from 5 to 8pm. The Book Clubs and Knitting Groups of Danner's invite the public to a special event held to benefit the bookstore, A Taste of Danner's! will feature a smorgasbord of multi-ethnic food and drinks, including wine, cheese, appetizers, entrees, desserts, and more! More info available at Danner's: Books-Gifts-Yarns 1316 North Wheeling Ave. Call 765-288-1122 or visit www.DannersBooks.com
18th - Muncie Children’s Museum; free family Saturday 10am-5pm.
18th - Minnetrista; Where the Wind Blows Minn-trip to Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center at Goshen College. Appropriate for adults, 10am-6pm. Registration deadline is Nov. 10. Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
18th - Cornerstone Center for the Arts presents Candy Cane Lane~~crafts, presents, refreshments, entertainment, and photos with Santa: 1-4 pm. For more info, contact Brett Ellison @ 765-281-9503, ext. 53.
19 - Cornerstone Center for the Arts' Sunday Sampler Series presents African Dance 2pm - 3:30pm, and Salsa 3:30pm – 5pm Classes are open to anyone. African Dance taught by Janae Mackins; Salsa taught by Joyce Maxwell – Chenault. For more information about our Sunday Sampler series, please contact Mr. Robby Tompkins, Director of Education at (765) 281-9503.
24th-25th - Santa Claus visits the Muncie Children's Museum. Children will be able to share their list with Santa on Friday, November 24 between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. and on Sunday, November 26 between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Santa visits are free to members and are included in the regular admission cost.
24-25th 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.
25th - Muncie Children's Museum, 2pm, Snakehead Ed & Friends return by popular demand. Meet ten of Ed's friendly snakes, up close and personal, learning both the facts and myths about snakes. Free to members and is included in the Museum's regular admission price.
26th - Muncie Civic Theater presents: Over the River & Through the Woods at 2:00 pm Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
25th - The Artist Within turns two this month! Stop by Saturday, November 25th for cake and punch and to help us celebrate and to thank you for your support the past two years!
30th 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.
NOVEMBER ONGOING :
Through November - The Artist Within will feature the artwork of Thomas L. Farris throughout the month of November. His one man show, "IDEA DRIVEN…MEDIA EXPLORATION", runs November 1-25, 2006 with an artist opening reception Thursday, November 2 from 5-8 pm. The upper level gallery will feature the work of two Ball State University seniors. Painting majors Jessica Green and Duncan Ford will exhibit recent works. Jessica will showcase painting done while on her trip to France last summer; Duncan will feature his figure studies. They will also have an artists reception from 5-8 pm on Thursday November 2nd. For more info and calendar, visit www.theartistwithininc.com.
Through November - Gordy Fine Art & Framing Co. features: Sally Myers and Brian Gordy
Through Nov. 30 - ArtWorks features: artist Jeanette Gilbert~~opening reception Thurs. Nov. 2nd 5:30-8:00pm
Through November - MPG Arts features art by Bill Inman. Opening reception on First Thursday Nov. 2.
Through January 22 Minetrista presents: It’s Not Just a Game! Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
UPCOMING IN DECEMBER:
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.
3rd - Cornerstone Center for the Arts presents: Rag Quilting 2:00-3:30pm and Holiday card making 3:30-5:00pm
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 - 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.
Dec. 15-17th - Muncie Ballet presents The Children's Nutcracker, attended by over 1600 community children annually. Now in it's 6th year, families have made a tradition of attending this children's holiday classic. Details at MuncieBallet.org
Dec. 15-23 - MUNCIE CIVIC THEATRE will present the inaugural production of its new Family Theatre Workshop Series with THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER! by Barbara Robinson. The play will perform on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, December 15, 16, 21, 22 & 23 at 7:30pm as well as on Sunday, December 17 at 2:00pm. The performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana.
Dec. 20-23 MAIN STREET STUDIO THEATRE will present A CHRISTMAS CABARET on December 20, 21, 22 & 23 at 8:00pm. The performances will be at The Main Street Studio Theatre, 222 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. The production is rated G. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office. Box Office hours are Tuesday through Friday from 3:00pm to 6:00pm and one hour prior to each performance.
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About 20 people attended the Downtown Business Council meeting this week. If you missed the meeting, the minutes are available on the Downtown Business Council blog:
http://downtownbusinesscouncil.blogspot.com/2006/11/dbc-meeting-minutes-1182006.html.
DBC members are also encouraged to look over the results of the special planning session, and review the proposed committee plan and goals to be voted on with the officers' election. The outline of that plan is also available on the DBC blog at http://downtownbusinesscouncil.blogspot.com/2006/10/downtown-business-council-planning.html.
Plans are underway for the downtown Holiday Lights event, scheduled for First Thursday, Dec. 7, from 5-9pm. All downtown building owners and/or residents are asked to put clear white lights in their windows, especially on the upper floors. Anyone wishing to volunteer some help for the evening is encouraged to call Downtown Development @ 765 282-7897. For a complete outline of details and help needed, click here: http://downtownbusinesscouncil.blogspot.com/2006/11/downtown-holiday-lights-update.html
NOVEMBER EVENTS :
11th - 2pm, Barbara Lantz will sign copies of her new book, The Return of Chief Joseph, at Danner's Books-Gifts-Yarn on Wheeling Ave. Visit www.dannersbooks.com for info.
12 - 2-3:30pm. Cornerstone Center for the Arts' Sunday Sampler Series presents Self Defense, led by Carl Jackson, Sr. For more information about our Sunday Sampler series, please contact Mr. Robby Tompkins, Director of Education at (765) 281-9503.
14th - Minnetrista; Holidays Around the World, appropriate for 4-5 year olds, 4-5pm. This program includes a trip to the exhibit, Children Just Like Me.Registration Deadline is Nov. 10. Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
15th - Minnetrista ; Play Around the World, appropriate for 3 year olds 4-5pm. This program includes a trip to the exhibit, Children Just Like Me.Registration Deadline is Nov. 10. Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
16th - Minnetrista: Celebrations around the World appropriate for 6 & 7 year olds from 4-5pm. This program includes a trip to the exhibit, Children Just Like Me.Registration Deadline is Nov. 10. Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
17th - A Taste of Danner's, from 5 to 8pm. The Book Clubs and Knitting Groups of Danner's invite the public to a special event held to benefit the bookstore, A Taste of Danner's! will feature a smorgasbord of multi-ethnic food and drinks, including wine, cheese, appetizers, entrees, desserts, and more! More info available at Danner's: Books-Gifts-Yarns 1316 North Wheeling Ave. Call 765-288-1122 or visit www.DannersBooks.com
18th - Muncie Children’s Museum; free family Saturday 10am-5pm.
18th - Minnetrista; Where the Wind Blows Minn-trip to Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center at Goshen College. Appropriate for adults, 10am-6pm. Registration deadline is Nov. 10. Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
18th - Cornerstone Center for the Arts presents Candy Cane Lane~~crafts, presents, refreshments, entertainment, and photos with Santa: 1-4 pm. For more info, contact Brett Ellison @ 765-281-9503, ext. 53.
19 - Cornerstone Center for the Arts' Sunday Sampler Series presents African Dance 2pm - 3:30pm, and Salsa 3:30pm – 5pm Classes are open to anyone. African Dance taught by Janae Mackins; Salsa taught by Joyce Maxwell – Chenault. For more information about our Sunday Sampler series, please contact Mr. Robby Tompkins, Director of Education at (765) 281-9503.
24th-25th - Santa Claus visits the Muncie Children's Museum. Children will be able to share their list with Santa on Friday, November 24 between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. and on Sunday, November 26 between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Santa visits are free to members and are included in the regular admission cost.
24-25th 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.
25th - Muncie Children's Museum, 2pm, Snakehead Ed & Friends return by popular demand. Meet ten of Ed's friendly snakes, up close and personal, learning both the facts and myths about snakes. Free to members and is included in the Museum's regular admission price.
26th - Muncie Civic Theater presents: Over the River & Through the Woods at 2:00 pm Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
25th - The Artist Within turns two this month! Stop by Saturday, November 25th for cake and punch and to help us celebrate and to thank you for your support the past two years!
30th 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.
NOVEMBER ONGOING :
Through November - The Artist Within will feature the artwork of Thomas L. Farris throughout the month of November. His one man show, "IDEA DRIVEN…MEDIA EXPLORATION", runs November 1-25, 2006 with an artist opening reception Thursday, November 2 from 5-8 pm. The upper level gallery will feature the work of two Ball State University seniors. Painting majors Jessica Green and Duncan Ford will exhibit recent works. Jessica will showcase painting done while on her trip to France last summer; Duncan will feature his figure studies. They will also have an artists reception from 5-8 pm on Thursday November 2nd. For more info and calendar, visit www.theartistwithininc.com.
Through November - Gordy Fine Art & Framing Co. features: Sally Myers and Brian Gordy
Through Nov. 30 - ArtWorks features: artist Jeanette Gilbert~~opening reception Thurs. Nov. 2nd 5:30-8:00pm
Through November - MPG Arts features art by Bill Inman. Opening reception on First Thursday Nov. 2.
Through January 22 Minetrista presents: It’s Not Just a Game! Call (765) 213-3549 for details.
UPCOMING IN DECEMBER:
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.
3rd - Cornerstone Center for the Arts presents: Rag Quilting 2:00-3:30pm and Holiday card making 3:30-5:00pm
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 - 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.
Dec. 15-17th - Muncie Ballet presents The Children's Nutcracker, attended by over 1600 community children annually. Now in it's 6th year, families have made a tradition of attending this children's holiday classic. Details at MuncieBallet.org
Dec. 15-23 - MUNCIE CIVIC THEATRE will present the inaugural production of its new Family Theatre Workshop Series with THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER! by Barbara Robinson. The play will perform on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, December 15, 16, 21, 22 & 23 at 7:30pm as well as on Sunday, December 17 at 2:00pm. The performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana.
Dec. 20-23 MAIN STREET STUDIO THEATRE will present A CHRISTMAS CABARET on December 20, 21, 22 & 23 at 8:00pm. The performances will be at The Main Street Studio Theatre, 222 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. The production is rated G. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office. Box Office hours are Tuesday through Friday from 3:00pm to 6:00pm and one hour prior to each performance.
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Thursday, November 09, 2006
Cornerstone Candy Cane Lane
Alpha Chapter of Psi Iota Xi presents Cornerstone Candy Cane Lane at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E. Main Street, 2nd floor, on Saturday, Nov. 18, from 1 to 4 p.m.
Come join Cornerstone Center for the Arts for this FREE event to start off
the holiday season! Children and adults alike will enjoy various activities
on the 2nd floor of the Cornerstone Center for the Arts building.
We will have Crafts for the children to make, Entertainment provided in our Theatre
Room, and best of all children can come walk through Candy Cane Lane to get
their picture taken with Santa and receive a gift (for the first 150 boys
and first 150 girls) courtesy of Mattel and A Bright Smile Toy Drive!
For more information please contact Brett Ellison @ 765-281-9503, ext. 53.
Additional Support provided by Indiana Public Radio, Indiana Arts
Commission.
Come join Cornerstone Center for the Arts for this FREE event to start off
the holiday season! Children and adults alike will enjoy various activities
on the 2nd floor of the Cornerstone Center for the Arts building.
We will have Crafts for the children to make, Entertainment provided in our Theatre
Room, and best of all children can come walk through Candy Cane Lane to get
their picture taken with Santa and receive a gift (for the first 150 boys
and first 150 girls) courtesy of Mattel and A Bright Smile Toy Drive!
For more information please contact Brett Ellison @ 765-281-9503, ext. 53.
Additional Support provided by Indiana Public Radio, Indiana Arts
Commission.
Wednesday, November 08, 2006
MPG's Living Art Program
MPG's Living Arts Program
Features "The Arts of Poetry" November 9
"The Art of Poetry" is the focus of November's Living Arts Series at MPG, Thursday, November 9 at 7:00 p.m. The program takes place at the gallery, located at 308 E. Main Street. Several poets from the Tipton Poetry Journal will read from their work, discuss their creative processes, and autograph copies of the just-released 2006 Tipton Poetry Journal which will be available for purchase. Several poets are traveling to participate in this months Living Arts Program.
From 2002 to 2005, poets from central and east central Indiana attended the Tipton Poetry Reading, a monthly gathering featuring prominent Indiana poets which always included an open mike format. The Tipton Poetry Journal evolved from the energy of these poets. Since the fall of 2005, the Journal no longer limits itself to Indiana poets, seeking quality work from all areas.
The November Living Arts program will offer light refreshments to those in attendance. Admission is free. For more information, contact MPG at 765-289-8575.
MPG
www.mpgarts.org
mpgarts@gmail.com
765-289-8575
Features "The Arts of Poetry" November 9
"The Art of Poetry" is the focus of November's Living Arts Series at MPG, Thursday, November 9 at 7:00 p.m. The program takes place at the gallery, located at 308 E. Main Street. Several poets from the Tipton Poetry Journal will read from their work, discuss their creative processes, and autograph copies of the just-released 2006 Tipton Poetry Journal which will be available for purchase. Several poets are traveling to participate in this months Living Arts Program.
From 2002 to 2005, poets from central and east central Indiana attended the Tipton Poetry Reading, a monthly gathering featuring prominent Indiana poets which always included an open mike format. The Tipton Poetry Journal evolved from the energy of these poets. Since the fall of 2005, the Journal no longer limits itself to Indiana poets, seeking quality work from all areas.
The November Living Arts program will offer light refreshments to those in attendance. Admission is free. For more information, contact MPG at 765-289-8575.
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Tuesday, November 07, 2006
Downtown Holiday Lights Update
Here is an update from our Downtown Holiday Lights Celebration committee. I have tried to take what we discussed from last Wednesday's meeting and put it into action along with a list of needs and desires. Remember this is a work in progress and is intended to be updated as things are confirmed, added or changed.
If you have information, organizations or activities that can be added to the list, or if you would like to take on an additional responsibility, just cut and paste this list into a new document, make your additions or changes and e-mail to the entire group. Hopefully this will make this outline an evolving document that we all can all work with. Just be sure to use the last outline sent to you, so we don't lose or overlook any changes.
There will be some expense to this event. Do we have any money to work with? Does someone want to approach an underwriter? I think we could do everything included in this outline with about $1000.
The Star Press has committed to some advertising support in addition to the Holiday tab Mark DiFabio is working on. The tab deadline is Wednesday.
I think we can anticipate some assistance from All Access and the reporting staff as well. Carrie will go to work with her marketing magic through the website along with everyone using their own mailing and e-mail resources. Traci has volunteered to do our design work. I have sent our basic info (invitation to participate) to WLBC, Visitors Bureau, Star Press, Daily News, All Access and MuncieDowntown. Hopefully by next week we will be able to send a PR of actual activities to all sources.
We will ask for help where it is missing at the DBC meeting on Wednesday. What else are we missing?
I did not include Ms. Gant from United Insurance...anyone have her e-mail address? If so please forward to all so that we can put her in the loop.
Did we schedule a date for our next meeting? If we did, I can't find it in my notes.
Not a bad start for a weeks worth of work!
Thanks for everything you do!
Cheryl Crowder
Downtown Development
If you have information, organizations or activities that can be added to the list, or if you would like to take on an additional responsibility, just cut and paste this list into a new document, make your additions or changes and e-mail to the entire group. Hopefully this will make this outline an evolving document that we all can all work with. Just be sure to use the last outline sent to you, so we don't lose or overlook any changes.
There will be some expense to this event. Do we have any money to work with? Does someone want to approach an underwriter? I think we could do everything included in this outline with about $1000.
The Star Press has committed to some advertising support in addition to the Holiday tab Mark DiFabio is working on. The tab deadline is Wednesday.
I think we can anticipate some assistance from All Access and the reporting staff as well. Carrie will go to work with her marketing magic through the website along with everyone using their own mailing and e-mail resources. Traci has volunteered to do our design work. I have sent our basic info (invitation to participate) to WLBC, Visitors Bureau, Star Press, Daily News, All Access and MuncieDowntown. Hopefully by next week we will be able to send a PR of actual activities to all sources.
We will ask for help where it is missing at the DBC meeting on Wednesday. What else are we missing?
I did not include Ms. Gant from United Insurance...anyone have her e-mail address? If so please forward to all so that we can put her in the loop.
Did we schedule a date for our next meeting? If we did, I can't find it in my notes.
Not a bad start for a weeks worth of work!
Thanks for everything you do!
Cheryl Crowder
Downtown Development
Friday, November 03, 2006
Weekly Downtown E-News 11/3/06
Downtown Announcements:
I&M presents: Holiday Lights Downtown, Thursday December 7th from 5-9pm.
Plans are underway for our big Holiday Event Downtown! Everyone is invited to participate in this Downtown Holiday tradition. Come shop, sell your wares or gather a group to carol Downtown in our beautifully renovated and decorated shops, pubs and restaurants. Opening Ceremonies, street decoration and luminaria lighting will kick off the evening at 5:00pm on the courthouse square. Anyone wishing to volunteer some cheer to the evening is encouraged to call Downtown Development @ 765 282-7897.
Tune in again this Sunday to HGTV's program Re ZONED will feature the living quarters of Mike and Sherri Powell of Jack's Camera Shop. Click here for show details.
Keep watching HGTV for re-runs of the Re ZONED program that featured the living quarters of Kent Shuff and Steve Fennimore of Vera Mae's. Click here for details on that program.
NOVEMBER EVENTS :
3rd - MPG and Vera Mae's invite you to the4th Annual Fine Wine Dinner & Art Auction at 7 pm. Auction proceeds to benefit A.R.F. Reservations are required, and seating is limited. Call 765-747-4941
3rd - Groundbreaking for the new construction of an office building for Defur Voran attorneys at law, 3pm at the corner of Charles and Walnut.
3rd - Muncie Children's Museum - Friends & Family Fun Night. Free admission from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. November's event features Fire Safety. The Muncie Fire Department will be at the Museum to do fire safety programs, give tours of a real firetruck and hand out firefighter hats and fire safety coloring books. Everyone is welcome!
4th - 11:30am, Wes Gehring, BSU professor of film and the author of The Charlie Chaplin Murder Mystery, will sign copies of his newest book at Danner's Books-Gifts-Yarn on Wheeling Ave.
8th - Downtown Business Council regular meeting at 7:30am at the StarPress conference room. Anyone and everyone is welcome to attend! We plan to review, discuss and confirm if our membership supports the focal areas and goals established at last month's planning session.
11th - 2pm, Barbara Lantz will sign copies of her new book, The Return of Chief Joseph, at Danner's Books-Gifts-Yarn on Wheeling Ave. Visit www.dannersbooks.com for info.
17th - A Taste of Danner's, from 5 to 8pm. The Book Clubs and Knitting Groups of Danner's invite the public to a special event held to benefit the bookstore, A Taste of Danner's! will feature a smorgasbord of multi-ethnic food and drinks, including wine, cheese, appetizers, entrees, desserts, and more! More info available at Danner's: Books-Gifts-Yarns 1316 North Wheeling Ave. Call 765-288-1122 or visit www.DannersBooks.com
24th-25th - Santa Claus visits the Muncie Children's Museum. Children will be able to share their list with Santa on Friday, November 24 between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. and on Sunday, November 26 between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Santa visits are free to members and are included in the regular admission cost.
24-25th 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.
25th - Muncie Children's Museum, 2pm, Snakehead Ed & Friends return by popular demand. Meet ten of Ed's friendly snakes, up close and personal, learning both the facts and myths about snakes. Free to members and is included in the Museum's regular admission price.
26th - Muncie Civic Theater presents: Over the River & Through the Woods at 2:00 pm Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
25th - The Artist Within turns two this month! Stop by Saturday, November 25th for cake and punch and to help us celebrate and to thank you for your support the past two years!
30th 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.
NOVEMBER ONGOING :
Through November - The Artist Within will feature the artwork of Thomas L. Farris throughout the month of November. His one man show, "IDEA DRIVEN...MEDIA EXPLORATION", runs November 1-25, 2006 with an artist opening reception Thursday, November 2 from 5-8 pm. The upper level gallery will feature the work of two Ball State University seniors. Painting majors Jessica Green and Duncan Ford will exhibit recent works. Jessica will showcase painting done while on her trip to France last summer; Duncan will feature his figure studies. They will also have an artists reception from 5-8 pm on Thursday November 2nd. For more info and calendar, visit www.theartistwithininc.com.
Through Nov. 30 - ArtWorks features: artist Jeanette Gilbert~~opening reception Thurs. Nov. 2nd 5:30-8:00pm
UPCOMING IN DECEMBER:
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.
Dec. 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 - 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.
Dec. 15-17th - Muncie Ballet presents The Children's Nutcracker, attended by over 1600 community children annually. Now in it's 6th year, families have made a tradition of attending this children's holiday classic. Details at MuncieBallet.org
Dec. 15-23 - MUNCIE CIVIC THEATRE will present the inaugural production of its new Family Theatre Workshop Series with THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER! by Barbara Robinson. The play will perform on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, December 15, 16, 21, 22 & 23 at 7:30pm as well as on Sunday, December 17 at 2:00pm. The performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana.
Dec. 20-23 MAIN STREET STUDIO THEATRE will present A CHRISTMAS CABARET on December 20, 21, 22 & 23 at 8:00pm. The performances will be at The Main Street Studio Theatre, 222 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. The production is rated G. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office. Box Office hours are Tuesday through Friday from 3:00pm to 6:00pm and one hour prior to each performance.
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I&M presents: Holiday Lights Downtown, Thursday December 7th from 5-9pm.
Plans are underway for our big Holiday Event Downtown! Everyone is invited to participate in this Downtown Holiday tradition. Come shop, sell your wares or gather a group to carol Downtown in our beautifully renovated and decorated shops, pubs and restaurants. Opening Ceremonies, street decoration and luminaria lighting will kick off the evening at 5:00pm on the courthouse square. Anyone wishing to volunteer some cheer to the evening is encouraged to call Downtown Development @ 765 282-7897.
Tune in again this Sunday to HGTV's program Re ZONED will feature the living quarters of Mike and Sherri Powell of Jack's Camera Shop. Click here for show details.
Keep watching HGTV for re-runs of the Re ZONED program that featured the living quarters of Kent Shuff and Steve Fennimore of Vera Mae's. Click here for details on that program.
NOVEMBER EVENTS :
3rd - MPG and Vera Mae's invite you to the4th Annual Fine Wine Dinner & Art Auction at 7 pm. Auction proceeds to benefit A.R.F. Reservations are required, and seating is limited. Call 765-747-4941
3rd - Groundbreaking for the new construction of an office building for Defur Voran attorneys at law, 3pm at the corner of Charles and Walnut.
3rd - Muncie Children's Museum - Friends & Family Fun Night. Free admission from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. November's event features Fire Safety. The Muncie Fire Department will be at the Museum to do fire safety programs, give tours of a real firetruck and hand out firefighter hats and fire safety coloring books. Everyone is welcome!
4th - 11:30am, Wes Gehring, BSU professor of film and the author of The Charlie Chaplin Murder Mystery, will sign copies of his newest book at Danner's Books-Gifts-Yarn on Wheeling Ave.
8th - Downtown Business Council regular meeting at 7:30am at the StarPress conference room. Anyone and everyone is welcome to attend! We plan to review, discuss and confirm if our membership supports the focal areas and goals established at last month's planning session.
11th - 2pm, Barbara Lantz will sign copies of her new book, The Return of Chief Joseph, at Danner's Books-Gifts-Yarn on Wheeling Ave. Visit www.dannersbooks.com for info.
17th - A Taste of Danner's, from 5 to 8pm. The Book Clubs and Knitting Groups of Danner's invite the public to a special event held to benefit the bookstore, A Taste of Danner's! will feature a smorgasbord of multi-ethnic food and drinks, including wine, cheese, appetizers, entrees, desserts, and more! More info available at Danner's: Books-Gifts-Yarns 1316 North Wheeling Ave. Call 765-288-1122 or visit www.DannersBooks.com
24th-25th - Santa Claus visits the Muncie Children's Museum. Children will be able to share their list with Santa on Friday, November 24 between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. and on Sunday, November 26 between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Santa visits are free to members and are included in the regular admission cost.
24-25th 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.
25th - Muncie Children's Museum, 2pm, Snakehead Ed & Friends return by popular demand. Meet ten of Ed's friendly snakes, up close and personal, learning both the facts and myths about snakes. Free to members and is included in the Museum's regular admission price.
26th - Muncie Civic Theater presents: Over the River & Through the Woods at 2:00 pm Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at www.munciecivic.org.
25th - The Artist Within turns two this month! Stop by Saturday, November 25th for cake and punch and to help us celebrate and to thank you for your support the past two years!
30th 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.
NOVEMBER ONGOING :
Through November - The Artist Within will feature the artwork of Thomas L. Farris throughout the month of November. His one man show, "IDEA DRIVEN...MEDIA EXPLORATION", runs November 1-25, 2006 with an artist opening reception Thursday, November 2 from 5-8 pm. The upper level gallery will feature the work of two Ball State University seniors. Painting majors Jessica Green and Duncan Ford will exhibit recent works. Jessica will showcase painting done while on her trip to France last summer; Duncan will feature his figure studies. They will also have an artists reception from 5-8 pm on Thursday November 2nd. For more info and calendar, visit www.theartistwithininc.com.
Through Nov. 30 - ArtWorks features: artist Jeanette Gilbert~~opening reception Thurs. Nov. 2nd 5:30-8:00pm
UPCOMING IN DECEMBER:
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.
Dec. 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 - 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.
Dec. 15-17th - Muncie Ballet presents The Children's Nutcracker, attended by over 1600 community children annually. Now in it's 6th year, families have made a tradition of attending this children's holiday classic. Details at MuncieBallet.org
Dec. 15-23 - MUNCIE CIVIC THEATRE will present the inaugural production of its new Family Theatre Workshop Series with THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER! by Barbara Robinson. The play will perform on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, December 15, 16, 21, 22 & 23 at 7:30pm as well as on Sunday, December 17 at 2:00pm. The performances will be on the main stage at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana.
Dec. 20-23 MAIN STREET STUDIO THEATRE will present A CHRISTMAS CABARET on December 20, 21, 22 & 23 at 8:00pm. The performances will be at The Main Street Studio Theatre, 222 East Main Street, Muncie, Indiana. The production is rated G. Reservations and ticket sales are available by calling 765-288-PLAY or at the Box Office. Box Office hours are Tuesday through Friday from 3:00pm to 6:00pm and one hour prior to each performance.
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Send information on downtown-related events for the weekly emailed newsletter to nancylnorris@aol.com.
Send information to be added to the downtown website to info@munciedowntown.com.
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Plans Underway for Holiday Lights Downtown
I&M presents: Holiday Lights Downtown, Thursday December 7th from 5-9pm.
Plans are underway for our big Holiday Event Downtown! Not only is this a first Thursday for all Art Galleries Downtown, it is the perfect opportunity to get into the holiday spirit and shop locally for all of your holiday gift giving needs.
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!
Everyone is invited to participate in this Downtown Holiday tradition. Come shop, sell your wares or gather a group to carol Downtown in our beautifully renovated and decorated shops, pubs and restaurants.
Opening Ceremonies, street decoration and luminaria lighting will kick off the evening at 5:00pm on the courthouse square.
Anyone wishing to volunteer some cheer to the evening is encouraged to call Downtown Development @ 765 282-7897.
Plans are underway for our big Holiday Event Downtown! Not only is this a first Thursday for all Art Galleries Downtown, it is the perfect opportunity to get into the holiday spirit and shop locally for all of your holiday gift giving needs.
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!
Everyone is invited to participate in this Downtown Holiday tradition. Come shop, sell your wares or gather a group to carol Downtown in our beautifully renovated and decorated shops, pubs and restaurants.
Opening Ceremonies, street decoration and luminaria lighting will kick off the evening at 5:00pm on the courthouse square.
Anyone wishing to volunteer some cheer to the evening is encouraged to call Downtown Development @ 765 282-7897.
Wednesday, November 01, 2006
Groundbreaking Invitation Downtown
There will be a groundbreaking ceremony at the construction site of the new office building at the corner of Charles and Walnut on Friday November 3rd @ 3pm. The newly constructed building is slated to be the new home of Defur Voran attorneys at law.
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