OPINION: Unknown Hinson, the King of Country & Western Troubadours, is playing a showdate at Doc's Music Hall in Downtown Muncie on Friday July 11th. This is a can't-miss show for all guitar aficionados and fans of good schlocky psychobilly fun. I saw him at a New Year's Eve gig in Kentucky, and again last Thursday at Radio Radio in Indianapolis. While his "rackerds" are pure sappy countrypolitan circa 1972, and though he insists that "rowk & roll is straight from hay-ell," that's exactly what you'll get at his showdate concerts. Hay-ell raising rowk. Wooow! [BANG] Check out the story of Unknown Hinson here, then git down to Doc's and buy your tickets to tomorrow's show! -- carey @ munciedowntown.com
It's Faerie time of year again at Minnetrista and Oakhurst Gardens! Faeries, Sprites and Lights return on Friday and Saturday. Read more...
Today is the last day for the BSU orientation parent tours of Downtown Muncie. Many thanks to everyone involved at Ball State, Downtown Development and Muncie Visitor's Bureau, and extra thanks to all the downtown businesses, volunteers and tour guides who helped contribute to the success of this year's tours. In its third year, the tour program continues to be well received by the parents. Good job, everyone!
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JULY EVENTS
July 11th - Muncie Civic Theatre is presenting The Servant of Two Masters at Main Street Studio, 222 E. Main St., on Friday, July 11 at 8pm. Call 288-PLAY.
11th - Muncie Children's Museum - Friends and Family Fun Night. Admission is free. The theme for July's Friends and Family Fun Night will be celebrating All American Pet Photo Day. Bring a picture of your pet to the Museum to be entered into the Cutest Pet and Most Unique Pet Contests. Decorate a frame for your pet's picture, play animal bingo and meet the pets of the Museum. Underwriting for this event is provided by the Edmund F. & Virginia B. Ball Foundation.
July 11th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from The Last Domino. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
July 11th - Free Friday Night Movie - "Hairspray" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South WWalnut Street.
July 11th - Unknown Hinson, "King of Country & Western Troubadours," at Doc's Music Hall. www.unknownhinson.com.
July 11 - Faeries, Sprites & Lights: "Faerie Jam" at Minnetrista's Oakhurst Gardens from 6 to 9pm. Join us for the magic and excitement as we learn how faeries sing, dance, party, and play!
July 12 - Faeries, Sprites & Lights: "Faerie Jam" at Minnetrista's Oakhurst Gardens from 6 to 9pm. Join us for the magic and excitement as we learn how faeries sing, dance, party, and play!
July 14-18th - Summer Art Camps for 9-12 year olds Clay Camp, 9am-noon at the Artist Within. Contact the Art Mart at 284-2919 or the Artist Within at 289-7895 for more information or to enroll in camp.
July 14-18 - Camp Minnetrista 2008. Your child will engage in days of fun, learning and discovery this summer at Camp Minnetrista! Choose from two week-long sessions in July, or attend both. Visit www.minnetrista.net/camp or contact us at (765) 282-4848.
July 15th - Anny Delk, fiber artist and member of ArtWorks Gallery will be giving a class on making a COPTIC STITCH HANDMADE JOURNAL on July 15th, from 6 to 8pm at Artworks, 301 S. Walnut St.
July 15th - Stan Hodge, a Master Gardener and Greenway Volunteer, will give a presentation on the more than 100 different types of wildflowers that can be found along the Cardinal Greenway at the Historic Wysor Street Depot, 7pm.
July 16th - PBS Program Club at Minnetrista,2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Watch and discuss this informative PBS production about Winston Churchill. Price: Free, registration requested.
July 18th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from The Easy Leis. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
July 18 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Surf's Up" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
July 19th - Show & Tell: Interpreting Music at Minnetrista, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Music is more than notes on paper or the sounds we hear. See how music can be interpreted visually. Don't forget to explore the Wild Music exhibit to learn more about music! Price: Included with paid admission
July 21-25th - Blast Off: A Trip to the Sky Summer Camp at Muncie Childrens Museum. Call the museum for details 286-1660.
July 21-25th - Camp Minnetrista 2008. Your child will engage in days of fun, learning and discovery this summer at Camp Minnetrista! Choose from two week-long sessions in July, or attend both. Visit www.minnetrista.net/camp or contact us at (765) 282-4848.
July 25th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Doc's Americana. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
July 25 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Daddy Day Camp" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
July 25 - David Allan Coe returns to Doc's Music Hall. 21+ Visit www.docsmusichall.com for info.
July 26 - Muncie Children's Museum - Free Family Saturday. Free admission from 10 am to 5 pm. July Ongoing - Muncie Children's Museum - Make 'n Take. Included with admission. Come to the MCM every Wednesday and Friday, at 1:00 p.m., to take part in innovative and fun crafts in the Museum's Make 'n Take! Pre-registration is not required.
July 26 - Wild Songs of Summer at Minnetrista, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Special guest Brian Cunningham, Education Manager of Wild Birds Unlimited, will help us explore the wild sounds of our feathered friends and other sounds in nature. Registration deadline: Mon., July 21.
July 30th - Muncie Downtown Business Council meets at 3:00pm in the Star Press building conference room. Mayor Sharon McShurley is expected to address the group about downtown Muncie.
JULY ONGOING
Through July 10th - Guided tours of Downtown Muncie for the parents of BSU orientation students, Tuesdays through Thursdays, from 10:30 to 11:50am.
Through July 15th - Art gallery at Cornerstone features "Artwork of a Muncie Youth" by David Freeman, winner of the 2nd Annual Cornerstone Art Show.
Through July - Artwork by Eric Ernstberger will be on exhibit at Blue Bottle Coffee Shop in July. If you have artwork you'd like to be displayed at Blue Bottle, please contact Lelly at 284-3630.
Through July - Artist Within will feature the photography of Brad Ayers in an encore exhibit, "Pushing Reality" with an artists' reception Thursday July 3rd from 5-8pm.
Through July - "Woman As Vessel," a new exhibition by artist Kimberly Anderson, will be on display at Artworks through July 31st. An opening reception will be from 5 to 8pm during First Thursday July 3rd.
Through July - Gallery 308 will have its annual Members' Show in July, with an opening reception during First Thursday downtown, July 3rd. The opening reception is from 5 to 7 p.m. Admission is free and refreshments are provided. The 2008 Members' Show will be on view through the end of July.
Through July - Gordy Fine Art and Framing exhibit: twelve members of the Indiana Plein Air Painters Association will be on exhibit. Opening reception on June 5th 5-8pm
Through July - Muncie Children's Museum - Make 'n Take. Included with admission. Come to the MCM every Wednesday and Friday, at 1:00 p.m., to take part in innovative and fun crafts in the Museum's Make 'n Take! Pre-registration is not required.
Through-Aug. 7th - Cornerstone Center for the Arts classes for youth and adults run June 16th-August 7th. This summer, more than 50 classes are offered in a variety of categories, such as dance, language, visual arts, music, Kindermusik, theater, and writing. Visit www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through August 28 - Muncie Children's Museum - Summer Storytime. Included with admission. Join the MCM educators every Tuesday and Thursday, at 1:00 p.m., for Summer Storytime in the Book Nook! Pre-registration is not required.
Through August 31 - Recording History: The Grand Pianos and Diverse Sounds of Starr Gennett at Minnetrista. Visit www.minnetrista.net for info.
Through Sept. 7 - Wild Music: Sounds & Songs of Life at Minnetrista, May 31 - September 7. Visit www.minnetrista.net for info.
Through October - Minnetrista Farmers Market meets every Wednesday evening from 4pm until sold out, and every Saturday morning from 8am to noon. Featuring vegetables, fruits, flowers, eggs, honey, baked goods, meat, cheese and much more.
Every Monday - Jazz at the Fickle Peach features Ralph Johnson on drums, Paul Rhine on double-bass and flute, and Phil Cooley on Piano. They perform every Monday night from 9 to 11.
Daily at Minnetrista--Historical House Tours at 11, 1 and 3pm
Daily at Minnetrista--The Minnetrista Story 2pm
Daily at Minnetrista--Nature & Garden Fun at 4pm
LOOKING AHEAD...
August 1 - Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista, featuring Oklahoma!, presented by Muncie Civic Theatre (Free Admission).
August 1 - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Walden Song. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 1 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Transformers" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 2 & 3 - This year's Ribfest will be held August 2nd, noon-10:00p.m and August 3rd 11:00a.m.-4:00p.m. in the streets of downtown Muncie. Visit munciedowntown.com for vendor applications and more information.
August 8 - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from the Easy Leis and Tim VanCleave Trio. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 8 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Spiderman 3" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 15th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from The Joan Hamilton Band. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 15 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Underdog" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 22nd - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Losing September w/ Looking for Chairs. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 22 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Shrek the Third" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 27 - Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista, Pops Concert, featuring Muncie Symphony Orchestra (Free Admission)
August 29th- Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Ruined for Life. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 29th - Free Friday Night Movie - "The Game Plan" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street. ]
September 5 - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Mike Martin & Friends. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
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Thursday, July 10, 2008
Tuesday, July 08, 2008
All American Pet Photo Day at the Muncie Children's Museum
The theme for July's Friends and Family Fun Night will be celebrating All American Pet Photo Day. Come and enjoy an evening of activities and entertainment on Friday, July 11, 2008, from 3-7 p.m. Admission is free.
Bring a picture of your pet to the Museum to be entered into the Cutest Pet and Most Unique Pet Contests. Decorate a frame for your pet's picture, play animal bingo and meet the pets of the Museum.
2008 Friends and Family Fun Night are sponsored by the Edmund F. & Virginia B. Ball Foundation.
For more information about Friends and Family Fun Nights, call (765) 286-1660 or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
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Bring a picture of your pet to the Museum to be entered into the Cutest Pet and Most Unique Pet Contests. Decorate a frame for your pet's picture, play animal bingo and meet the pets of the Museum.
2008 Friends and Family Fun Night are sponsored by the Edmund F. & Virginia B. Ball Foundation.
For more information about Friends and Family Fun Nights, call (765) 286-1660 or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
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Friday, July 04, 2008
Wild About Wildflowers at Cardinal Greenway
On Tuesday, July 15, 2008 at 7:00 p.m., Stan Hodge, a Master Gardener and Greenway Volunteer, will give a presentation on the more than 100 different types of wildflowers that can be found along the Cardinal Greenway. Come join us at the Historic Wysor Street Depot, 700 E. Wysor St., Muncie, IN, for this 15th anniversary event.
For more information, contact Cardinal Greenway, Inc. at 765-287-0399 or on the web at www.cardinalgreenways.org.
For more information, contact Cardinal Greenway, Inc. at 765-287-0399 or on the web at www.cardinalgreenways.org.
Music on the Move Returns to MCM
The Muncie Children's Museum received a Region Five grant award from Arts Place, INC., the Indiana Arts Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts, to bring Music on the Move: Musical Instruments Come Alive by the Muncie Symphony Orchestra to the MCM. Music on the Move will be back at the Museum starting in January 2009 and running through April 2009.
Music on the Move will take place during the Muncie Children’s Museum's Free Saturdays, which are designed to give the community free admission to the Museum for the day. Each Music on the Move program will consist of two parts and focus on a different musical instrument each time. The first part of the day’s activities will include a small mini-concert and give children the opportunity to handle the instruments during an instrument petting zoo. The second half of the program will feature an interactive storytelling session or activity with a take-home book or craft.
In June 2009, grant monies will also bring the Muncie Children's Museum to conduct activities at the annual Symphony on the Green performances at Ball State University. The Ball Brothers Foundation is also providing support for Music on the Move.
This grant was made possible through the Indiana Regional Partnership Initiative Program, collaboration between the Indiana Arts Commission and Indiana's Regional Arts Partners.
This is the second time the Muncie Children's Museum has partnered with the Muncie Symphony Orchestra to bring Music on the Move to the Museum. In 2006 and 2007, the Muncie Symphony Orchestra brought entertainment and music to children at the Museum on five Free Saturday mornings.
For more information about Music on the Move: Musical Instruments Come Alive at the Muncie Children’s Museum, call (765) 286-1660 or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
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The Muncie Children's Museum provides hands-on, educational and innovative learning. The Museum is located at 515 S. High St. Museum hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays and 1-5 p.m. Sundays. Admission is $6 a person ages 1-100.
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Music on the Move will take place during the Muncie Children’s Museum's Free Saturdays, which are designed to give the community free admission to the Museum for the day. Each Music on the Move program will consist of two parts and focus on a different musical instrument each time. The first part of the day’s activities will include a small mini-concert and give children the opportunity to handle the instruments during an instrument petting zoo. The second half of the program will feature an interactive storytelling session or activity with a take-home book or craft.
In June 2009, grant monies will also bring the Muncie Children's Museum to conduct activities at the annual Symphony on the Green performances at Ball State University. The Ball Brothers Foundation is also providing support for Music on the Move.
This grant was made possible through the Indiana Regional Partnership Initiative Program, collaboration between the Indiana Arts Commission and Indiana's Regional Arts Partners.
This is the second time the Muncie Children's Museum has partnered with the Muncie Symphony Orchestra to bring Music on the Move to the Museum. In 2006 and 2007, the Muncie Symphony Orchestra brought entertainment and music to children at the Museum on five Free Saturday mornings.
For more information about Music on the Move: Musical Instruments Come Alive at the Muncie Children’s Museum, call (765) 286-1660 or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
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The Muncie Children's Museum provides hands-on, educational and innovative learning. The Museum is located at 515 S. High St. Museum hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays and 1-5 p.m. Sundays. Admission is $6 a person ages 1-100.
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Thursday, July 03, 2008
Weekly Downtown E-News 7/3/08
Today is First Thursday, and all our art galleries in Downtown Muncie will be open extended hours from 5 to 8pm, with meet-the artist opening receptions. Vera Mae's will have a special art viewing tonight as well! Read more...
Celebrate the Fourth of July in Downtown Muncie! There will be fireworks on the levee, as usual, with free bus rides provided by MITS. America's Hometown Band will perform at Minnetrista's Summer Stage Fest. After the fireworks, wander down to the Uncle Sam Jam at Morton's Pub and Grub, or the Free...Free...Freedom Fest at Doc's Music Hall. Check the calendar at munciedowntown.com for details on all these events and more.
The Muncie Parks survey deadline has been extended one week to July 8th. Please share your opinions concerning Muncie parks & recreation by taking the time to answer a survey for Muncie's 5 year Park & Recreation Master Plan. This survey is a rare opportunity to provide input for a plan that will help shape our parks (which also influences the character of our city). Click Here to take survey.
Read More Downtown News at MuncieDowntown.com
JULY EVENTS
July 3rd - First Thursday in Downtown Muncie from 5 to 8pm. All the art galleries open their monthly exhibits with meet-the-artists receptions.
July 3rd - Vera Mae's Bistro presents a special viewing of the paintings of artist Phoebe Wantz from 5 to 7pm, in conjuction with First Thursday.
July 3rd - Free...Free...Freedom Fest at Doc's Music Hall. Three nights of free music from 10 local bands. Thursday will feature One Piece Suit, Vandelay Industries and Jack of Suede.
July 4th - Fireworks on the Levee and Minnetrista Summer Stage Fest with patriotic music, featuring America's Hometown Band, 8:30pm. Free MITS rides will be available.
July 4th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Doc, Dunn, and Simmons and Diana and the Pushtwangers. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
July 4th - Free...Free...Freedom Fest at Doc's Music Hall. Three nights of free music from 10 local bands. Friday will have Losing September, Nyx Redemption, Red Light Remedy and Michael Martin Band.
July 4th - Uncle Sam Jam at Morton's Pub & Grub, with Doc Warner, Daniel Seymour, and Pray For Mojo. No cover.
July 5th - Muncie Civic Theatre is presenting The Servant of Two Masters at Main Street Studio, 222 E. Main St., on Saturday, July 5 at 8pm. Call 288-PLAY.
July 5th - Free...Free...Freedom Fest at Doc's Music Hall. Three nights of free music from 10 local bands. Saturday will feature Vegetation, Know More Robots, Bashville Boys and MC Sparkplug.
July 6th - Muncie Civic Theatre is presenting The Servant of Two Masters at Main Street Studio, 222 E. Main St., on Sunday, July 6 at 2pm. Call 288-PLAY.
July 7 thru 11th - Incredible Edible Science Summer Camp at Muncie Childrens Museum. Call the museum for details 286-1660.
July 7-11th- Summer Art Camps for 9-12 year olds at the Art Mart, 9am-noon. Contact the Art Mart at 284-2919 or the Artist Within at 289-7895 for more information or to enroll in camp.
11th - Muncie Children's Museum - Friends and Family Fun Night. Admission is free. The theme for July's Friends and Family Fun Night will be celebrating All American Pet Photo Day. Bring a picture of your pet to the Museum to be entered into the Cutest Pet and Most Unique Pet Contests. Decorate a frame for your pet's picture, play animal bingo and meet the pets of the Museum. Underwriting for this event is provided by the Edmund F. & Virginia B. Ball Foundation.
July 11th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from The Last Domino and Tim VanCleave Improv Band Trio. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
July 11th - Free Friday Night Movie - "Hairspray" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South WWalnut Street.
July 11th - Unknown Hinson, "King of Country & Western Troubadours," at Doc's Music Hall. www.unknownhinson.com.
July 11 - Faeries, Sprites & Lights: "Faerie Jam" at Minnetrista's Oakhurst Gardens from 6 to 9pm. Join us for the magic and excitement as we learn how faeries sing, dance, party, and play!
July 12 - Faeries, Sprites & Lights: "Faerie Jam" at Minnetrista's Oakhurst Gardens from 6 to 9pm. Join us for the magic and excitement as we learn how faeries sing, dance, party, and play!
July 14-18th - Summer Art Camps for 9-12 year olds Clay Camp, 9am-noon at the Artist Within. Contact the Art Mart at 284-2919 or the Artist Within at 289-7895 for more information or to enroll in camp.
July 14-18 - Camp Minnetrista 2008. Your child will engage in days of fun, learning and discovery this summer at Camp Minnetrista! Choose from two week-long sessions in July, or attend both. Visit www.minnetrista.net/camp or contact us at (765) 282-4848.
July 15th - Anny Delk, fiber artist and member of ArtWorks Gallery will be giving a class on making a COPTIC STITCH HANDMADE JOURNAL on July 15th, from 6 to 8pm at Artworks, 301 S. Walnut St.
July 16th - PBS Program Club at Minnetrista,2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Watch and discuss this informative PBS production about Winston Churchill. Price: Free, registration requested.
July 18th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from The Easy Leis. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
July 18 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Surf's Up" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
July 19th - Show & Tell: Interpreting Music at Minnetrista, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Music is more than notes on paper or the sounds we hear. See how music can be interpreted visually. Don't forget to explore the Wild Music exhibit to learn more about music! Price: Included with paid admission
July 21-25th - Blast Off: A Trip to the Sky Summer Camp at Muncie Childrens Museum. Call the museum for details 286-1660.
July 21-25th - Camp Minnetrista 2008. Your child will engage in days of fun, learning and discovery this summer at Camp Minnetrista! Choose from two week-long sessions in July, or attend both. Visit www.minnetrista.net/camp or contact us at (765) 282-4848.
July 25th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Doc's Americana. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
July 25 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Daddy Day Camp" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
July 25 - David Allan Coe returns to Doc's Music Hall. 21+ Visit www.docsmusichall.com for info.
July 25 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Daddy Day Camp" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
July 26 - Muncie Children's Museum - Free Family Saturday. Free admission from 10 am to 5 pm. July Ongoing - Muncie Children's Museum - Make 'n Take. Included with admission. Come to the MCM every Wednesday and Friday, at 1:00 p.m., to take part in innovative and fun crafts in the Museum's Make 'n Take! Pre-registration is not required.
July 26 - Wild Songs of Summer at Minnetrista, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Special guest Brian Cunningham, Education Manager of Wild Birds Unlimited, will help us explore the wild sounds of our feathered friends and other sounds in nature. Registration deadline: Mon., July 21.
July 30th - Muncie Downtown Business Council meets at 3:00pm in the Star Press building conference room. Mayor Sharon McShurley is expected to address the group about downtown Muncie.
JULY ONGOING
Through July 10th - Guided tours of Downtown Muncie for the parents of BSU orientation students, Tuesdays through Thursdays, from 10:30 to 11:50am.
Through July 15th - Art gallery at Cornerstone features "Artwork of a Muncie Youth" by David Freeman, winner of the 2nd Annual Cornerstone Art Show.
Through July - Artwork by Eric Ernstberger will be on exhibit at Blue Bottle Coffee Shop in July. If you have artwork you'd like to be displayed at Blue Bottle, please contact Lelly at 284-3630.
Through July - Artist Within will feature the photography of Brad Ayers in an encore exhibit, "Pushing Reality" with an artists' reception Thursday July 3rd from 5-8pm.
Through July - "Woman As Vessel," a new exhibition by artist Kimberly Anderson, will be on display at Artworks through July 31st. An opening reception will be from 5 to 8pm during First Thursday July 3rd.
Through July - Gallery 308 will have its annual Members' Show in July, with an opening reception during First Thursday downtown, July 3rd. The opening reception is from 5 to 7 p.m. Admission is free and refreshments are provided. The 2008 Members' Show will be on view through the end of July.
Through July - Gordy Fine Art and Framing exhibit: twelve members of the Indiana Plein Air Painters Association will be on exhibit. Opening reception on June 5th 5-8pm
Through July - Muncie Children's Museum - Make 'n Take. Included with admission. Come to the MCM every Wednesday and Friday, at 1:00 p.m., to take part in innovative and fun crafts in the Museum's Make 'n Take! Pre-registration is not required.
Through-Aug. 7th - Cornerstone Center for the Arts classes for youth and adults run June 16th-August 7th. This summer, more than 50 classes are offered in a variety of categories, such as dance, language, visual arts, music, Kindermusik, theater, and writing. Visit www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through August 28 - Muncie Children's Museum - Summer Storytime. Included with admission. Join the MCM educators every Tuesday and Thursday, at 1:00 p.m., for Summer Storytime in the Book Nook! Pre-registration is not required.
Through August 31 - Recording History: The Grand Pianos and Diverse Sounds of Starr Gennett at Minnetrista. Visit www.minnetrista.net for info.
Through Sept. 7 - Wild Music: Sounds & Songs of Life at Minnetrista, May 31 - September 7. Visit www.minnetrista.net for info.
Through October - Minnetrista Farmers Market meets every Wednesday evening from 4pm until sold out, and every Saturday morning from 8am to noon. Featuring vegetables, fruits, flowers, eggs, honey, baked goods, meat, cheese and much more.
Every Monday - Jazz at the Fickle Peach features Ralph Johnson on drums, Paul Rhine on double-bass and flute, and Phil Cooley on Piano. They perform every Monday night from 9 to 11.
Daily at Minnetrista--Historical House Tours at 11, 1 and 3pm
Daily at Minnetrista--The Minnetrista Story 2pm
Daily at Minnetrista--Nature & Garden Fun at 4pm
LOOKING AHEAD...
August 1 - Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista, featuring Oklahoma!, presented by Muncie Civic Theatre (Free Admission).
August 1 - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Walden Song. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 1 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Transformers" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 2 & 3 - This year's Ribfest will be held August 2nd, noon-10:00p.m and August 3rd 11:00a.m.-4:00p.m. in the streets of downtown Muncie. Visit munciedowntown.com for vendor applications and more information.
August 8 - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from the Easy Leis and Tim VanCleave Improv Band Trio. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 8 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Spiderman 3" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 15th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from The Joan Hamilton Band. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 15 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Underdog" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 22nd - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Losing September. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 22 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Shrek the Third" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 27 - Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista, Pops Concert, featuring Muncie Symphony Orchestra (Free Admission)
August 29th- Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Ruined for Life. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 29th - Free Friday Night Movie - "The Game Plan" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street. ]
September 5 - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Mike Martin & Friends. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
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Celebrate the Fourth of July in Downtown Muncie! There will be fireworks on the levee, as usual, with free bus rides provided by MITS. America's Hometown Band will perform at Minnetrista's Summer Stage Fest. After the fireworks, wander down to the Uncle Sam Jam at Morton's Pub and Grub, or the Free...Free...Freedom Fest at Doc's Music Hall. Check the calendar at munciedowntown.com for details on all these events and more.
The Muncie Parks survey deadline has been extended one week to July 8th. Please share your opinions concerning Muncie parks & recreation by taking the time to answer a survey for Muncie's 5 year Park & Recreation Master Plan. This survey is a rare opportunity to provide input for a plan that will help shape our parks (which also influences the character of our city). Click Here to take survey.
Read More Downtown News at MuncieDowntown.com
JULY EVENTS
July 3rd - First Thursday in Downtown Muncie from 5 to 8pm. All the art galleries open their monthly exhibits with meet-the-artists receptions.
July 3rd - Vera Mae's Bistro presents a special viewing of the paintings of artist Phoebe Wantz from 5 to 7pm, in conjuction with First Thursday.
July 3rd - Free...Free...Freedom Fest at Doc's Music Hall. Three nights of free music from 10 local bands. Thursday will feature One Piece Suit, Vandelay Industries and Jack of Suede.
July 4th - Fireworks on the Levee and Minnetrista Summer Stage Fest with patriotic music, featuring America's Hometown Band, 8:30pm. Free MITS rides will be available.
July 4th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Doc, Dunn, and Simmons and Diana and the Pushtwangers. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
July 4th - Free...Free...Freedom Fest at Doc's Music Hall. Three nights of free music from 10 local bands. Friday will have Losing September, Nyx Redemption, Red Light Remedy and Michael Martin Band.
July 4th - Uncle Sam Jam at Morton's Pub & Grub, with Doc Warner, Daniel Seymour, and Pray For Mojo. No cover.
July 5th - Muncie Civic Theatre is presenting The Servant of Two Masters at Main Street Studio, 222 E. Main St., on Saturday, July 5 at 8pm. Call 288-PLAY.
July 5th - Free...Free...Freedom Fest at Doc's Music Hall. Three nights of free music from 10 local bands. Saturday will feature Vegetation, Know More Robots, Bashville Boys and MC Sparkplug.
July 6th - Muncie Civic Theatre is presenting The Servant of Two Masters at Main Street Studio, 222 E. Main St., on Sunday, July 6 at 2pm. Call 288-PLAY.
July 7 thru 11th - Incredible Edible Science Summer Camp at Muncie Childrens Museum. Call the museum for details 286-1660.
July 7-11th- Summer Art Camps for 9-12 year olds at the Art Mart, 9am-noon. Contact the Art Mart at 284-2919 or the Artist Within at 289-7895 for more information or to enroll in camp.
11th - Muncie Children's Museum - Friends and Family Fun Night. Admission is free. The theme for July's Friends and Family Fun Night will be celebrating All American Pet Photo Day. Bring a picture of your pet to the Museum to be entered into the Cutest Pet and Most Unique Pet Contests. Decorate a frame for your pet's picture, play animal bingo and meet the pets of the Museum. Underwriting for this event is provided by the Edmund F. & Virginia B. Ball Foundation.
July 11th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from The Last Domino and Tim VanCleave Improv Band Trio. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
July 11th - Free Friday Night Movie - "Hairspray" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South WWalnut Street.
July 11th - Unknown Hinson, "King of Country & Western Troubadours," at Doc's Music Hall. www.unknownhinson.com.
July 11 - Faeries, Sprites & Lights: "Faerie Jam" at Minnetrista's Oakhurst Gardens from 6 to 9pm. Join us for the magic and excitement as we learn how faeries sing, dance, party, and play!
July 12 - Faeries, Sprites & Lights: "Faerie Jam" at Minnetrista's Oakhurst Gardens from 6 to 9pm. Join us for the magic and excitement as we learn how faeries sing, dance, party, and play!
July 14-18th - Summer Art Camps for 9-12 year olds Clay Camp, 9am-noon at the Artist Within. Contact the Art Mart at 284-2919 or the Artist Within at 289-7895 for more information or to enroll in camp.
July 14-18 - Camp Minnetrista 2008. Your child will engage in days of fun, learning and discovery this summer at Camp Minnetrista! Choose from two week-long sessions in July, or attend both. Visit www.minnetrista.net/camp or contact us at (765) 282-4848.
July 15th - Anny Delk, fiber artist and member of ArtWorks Gallery will be giving a class on making a COPTIC STITCH HANDMADE JOURNAL on July 15th, from 6 to 8pm at Artworks, 301 S. Walnut St.
July 16th - PBS Program Club at Minnetrista,2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Watch and discuss this informative PBS production about Winston Churchill. Price: Free, registration requested.
July 18th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from The Easy Leis. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
July 18 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Surf's Up" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
July 19th - Show & Tell: Interpreting Music at Minnetrista, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Music is more than notes on paper or the sounds we hear. See how music can be interpreted visually. Don't forget to explore the Wild Music exhibit to learn more about music! Price: Included with paid admission
July 21-25th - Blast Off: A Trip to the Sky Summer Camp at Muncie Childrens Museum. Call the museum for details 286-1660.
July 21-25th - Camp Minnetrista 2008. Your child will engage in days of fun, learning and discovery this summer at Camp Minnetrista! Choose from two week-long sessions in July, or attend both. Visit www.minnetrista.net/camp or contact us at (765) 282-4848.
July 25th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Doc's Americana. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
July 25 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Daddy Day Camp" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
July 25 - David Allan Coe returns to Doc's Music Hall. 21+ Visit www.docsmusichall.com for info.
July 25 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Daddy Day Camp" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
July 26 - Muncie Children's Museum - Free Family Saturday. Free admission from 10 am to 5 pm. July Ongoing - Muncie Children's Museum - Make 'n Take. Included with admission. Come to the MCM every Wednesday and Friday, at 1:00 p.m., to take part in innovative and fun crafts in the Museum's Make 'n Take! Pre-registration is not required.
July 26 - Wild Songs of Summer at Minnetrista, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Special guest Brian Cunningham, Education Manager of Wild Birds Unlimited, will help us explore the wild sounds of our feathered friends and other sounds in nature. Registration deadline: Mon., July 21.
July 30th - Muncie Downtown Business Council meets at 3:00pm in the Star Press building conference room. Mayor Sharon McShurley is expected to address the group about downtown Muncie.
JULY ONGOING
Through July 10th - Guided tours of Downtown Muncie for the parents of BSU orientation students, Tuesdays through Thursdays, from 10:30 to 11:50am.
Through July 15th - Art gallery at Cornerstone features "Artwork of a Muncie Youth" by David Freeman, winner of the 2nd Annual Cornerstone Art Show.
Through July - Artwork by Eric Ernstberger will be on exhibit at Blue Bottle Coffee Shop in July. If you have artwork you'd like to be displayed at Blue Bottle, please contact Lelly at 284-3630.
Through July - Artist Within will feature the photography of Brad Ayers in an encore exhibit, "Pushing Reality" with an artists' reception Thursday July 3rd from 5-8pm.
Through July - "Woman As Vessel," a new exhibition by artist Kimberly Anderson, will be on display at Artworks through July 31st. An opening reception will be from 5 to 8pm during First Thursday July 3rd.
Through July - Gallery 308 will have its annual Members' Show in July, with an opening reception during First Thursday downtown, July 3rd. The opening reception is from 5 to 7 p.m. Admission is free and refreshments are provided. The 2008 Members' Show will be on view through the end of July.
Through July - Gordy Fine Art and Framing exhibit: twelve members of the Indiana Plein Air Painters Association will be on exhibit. Opening reception on June 5th 5-8pm
Through July - Muncie Children's Museum - Make 'n Take. Included with admission. Come to the MCM every Wednesday and Friday, at 1:00 p.m., to take part in innovative and fun crafts in the Museum's Make 'n Take! Pre-registration is not required.
Through-Aug. 7th - Cornerstone Center for the Arts classes for youth and adults run June 16th-August 7th. This summer, more than 50 classes are offered in a variety of categories, such as dance, language, visual arts, music, Kindermusik, theater, and writing. Visit www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through August 28 - Muncie Children's Museum - Summer Storytime. Included with admission. Join the MCM educators every Tuesday and Thursday, at 1:00 p.m., for Summer Storytime in the Book Nook! Pre-registration is not required.
Through August 31 - Recording History: The Grand Pianos and Diverse Sounds of Starr Gennett at Minnetrista. Visit www.minnetrista.net for info.
Through Sept. 7 - Wild Music: Sounds & Songs of Life at Minnetrista, May 31 - September 7. Visit www.minnetrista.net for info.
Through October - Minnetrista Farmers Market meets every Wednesday evening from 4pm until sold out, and every Saturday morning from 8am to noon. Featuring vegetables, fruits, flowers, eggs, honey, baked goods, meat, cheese and much more.
Every Monday - Jazz at the Fickle Peach features Ralph Johnson on drums, Paul Rhine on double-bass and flute, and Phil Cooley on Piano. They perform every Monday night from 9 to 11.
Daily at Minnetrista--Historical House Tours at 11, 1 and 3pm
Daily at Minnetrista--The Minnetrista Story 2pm
Daily at Minnetrista--Nature & Garden Fun at 4pm
LOOKING AHEAD...
August 1 - Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista, featuring Oklahoma!, presented by Muncie Civic Theatre (Free Admission).
August 1 - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Walden Song. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 1 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Transformers" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 2 & 3 - This year's Ribfest will be held August 2nd, noon-10:00p.m and August 3rd 11:00a.m.-4:00p.m. in the streets of downtown Muncie. Visit munciedowntown.com for vendor applications and more information.
August 8 - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from the Easy Leis and Tim VanCleave Improv Band Trio. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 8 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Spiderman 3" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 15th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from The Joan Hamilton Band. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 15 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Underdog" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 22nd - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Losing September. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 22 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Shrek the Third" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 27 - Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista, Pops Concert, featuring Muncie Symphony Orchestra (Free Admission)
August 29th- Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Ruined for Life. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 29th - Free Friday Night Movie - "The Game Plan" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street. ]
September 5 - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Mike Martin & Friends. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
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Wednesday, July 02, 2008
Muncie Civic's Darrin Murrell Named Managing Director of Historic Farmland USA
Historic Farmland USA, a nationally-recognized non-profit Main Street Program and community enrichment group in Randolph County, has hired Darrin Murrell as Managing Director to oversee and guide all aspects of the organization. Among the goals and objectives set forth by Murrell are increased grant writing and fundraising, the development of a long-range business plan, working with local professionals to attract more patronage to the historic downtown business district and the development of more and diverse cultural and entertainment activities for presentation at the Farmland Cultural Center, a building owned and operated by Historic Farmland USA. Farmland is an historic agricultural community located at the junction of Indiana Highways 1 & 32 in western Randolph County and is home to popular destinations including The Chocolate Moose Soda Fountain & Restaurant, The Main Street Coffee Company, One Fun Farm and Tanglevine Crossing Gifts.
Among the first projects planned by Murrell are a studio of after-school arts classes to begin in the fall, a Harvest Festival in October, a concert series and a professional dinner theatre project set to open in late summer and continue throughout the year. Murrell will also be entering Historic Farmland for consideration of funding through the Great American Main Street Awards, the Downtown Enhancement Grant offered by the Indiana Office of Community & Rural Affairs and Indiana Main Street., and the new Indiana Artisan Development Project recently announced by Lt. Governor Becky Skillman. Additionally, Murrell will oversee annual events including Chili Cook Off, Fright in Farmland and Holiday Evening, develop and manage annual budgets, lead an annual membership campaign, develop and implement cooperative town-wide advertising campaigns, write and distribute monthly newsletters, and develop new grant funding opportunities throughout the year.
Historic Farmland USA was founded in 1992 as an Indiana Main Street organization and has achieved national recognition for its downtown revitalization efforts, historic preservation projects and community cultural enrichment activities. Through the work of Historic Farmland USA, the town of Farmland is now on the National Register of Historic Places and has received more than one million dollars in grant funding for historic renovation and preservation. The revitalized downtown commercial district now hosts a number of unique shops and restaurants as well as the Farmland Cultural Center. Opened by Historic Farmland USA in 2000, the Farmland Cultural Center offers music and theatre performances, holiday brunches and dinners, private parties and art classes as well as revolving art exhibits featuring local, regional and national artists. Historic Farmland USA has also gained attention for annual events such as the Holiday Evening and Fright In Farmland as well as founding board member Larry Francer's movie projects "Fright In Farmland," "It Happened In Farmland" and "Courthouse Girls of Farmland." "Courthouse Girls of Farmland" a documentary which recently won a top award at the 2008 Breckinridge Film Festival and gained entry to the 2008 DC Independent Film Festival, details the creation of The Courthouse Girls Calendar which gained national notoriety for featuring pictures of nearly-nude older women in a successful attempt to shed light on efforts to save the historic Randolph County courthouse in Winchester.
Darrin Murrell, former Executive Director of Muncie Civic Theatre and Anderson's Paramount Theatre, previously sat on the Board of Directors for Historic Farmland USA and recently completed a term as Board President. He is currently serving a term as President of the Indiana Community Theatre League and serves as Regional Representative to the National Board of Directors of the American Association of Community Theatres. Murrell is a resident of rural Parker City, a neighboring community to Farmland, where he and his family reside on the historic Murrell family homestead farm settled and built in 1850. He returned to his home community in 2003 after spending 20 years crossing the country as a professional actor, stage director and theatre producer. He continues to work as a freelance stage director, performer and educator, will direct two shows this year for Muncie Civic Theatre and leads the drama program at Monroe Central High School. His wife, Julie Barber, is a professional singer and teaches music at Taylor University as well as private voice and piano lessons. They have two children, Sofia and Sage, and have recently established their own artist management and booking company, Main Street Artists, which will be represented at the 2008 Mid-West Arts Conference in Kansas City.
For more information regarding programs, events or rental opportunities with Historic Farmland USA or the Farmland Cultural Center, call 765-468-7631 or visit the official website at www.farmlandindiana.org.
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Among the first projects planned by Murrell are a studio of after-school arts classes to begin in the fall, a Harvest Festival in October, a concert series and a professional dinner theatre project set to open in late summer and continue throughout the year. Murrell will also be entering Historic Farmland for consideration of funding through the Great American Main Street Awards, the Downtown Enhancement Grant offered by the Indiana Office of Community & Rural Affairs and Indiana Main Street., and the new Indiana Artisan Development Project recently announced by Lt. Governor Becky Skillman. Additionally, Murrell will oversee annual events including Chili Cook Off, Fright in Farmland and Holiday Evening, develop and manage annual budgets, lead an annual membership campaign, develop and implement cooperative town-wide advertising campaigns, write and distribute monthly newsletters, and develop new grant funding opportunities throughout the year.
Historic Farmland USA was founded in 1992 as an Indiana Main Street organization and has achieved national recognition for its downtown revitalization efforts, historic preservation projects and community cultural enrichment activities. Through the work of Historic Farmland USA, the town of Farmland is now on the National Register of Historic Places and has received more than one million dollars in grant funding for historic renovation and preservation. The revitalized downtown commercial district now hosts a number of unique shops and restaurants as well as the Farmland Cultural Center. Opened by Historic Farmland USA in 2000, the Farmland Cultural Center offers music and theatre performances, holiday brunches and dinners, private parties and art classes as well as revolving art exhibits featuring local, regional and national artists. Historic Farmland USA has also gained attention for annual events such as the Holiday Evening and Fright In Farmland as well as founding board member Larry Francer's movie projects "Fright In Farmland," "It Happened In Farmland" and "Courthouse Girls of Farmland." "Courthouse Girls of Farmland" a documentary which recently won a top award at the 2008 Breckinridge Film Festival and gained entry to the 2008 DC Independent Film Festival, details the creation of The Courthouse Girls Calendar which gained national notoriety for featuring pictures of nearly-nude older women in a successful attempt to shed light on efforts to save the historic Randolph County courthouse in Winchester.
Darrin Murrell, former Executive Director of Muncie Civic Theatre and Anderson's Paramount Theatre, previously sat on the Board of Directors for Historic Farmland USA and recently completed a term as Board President. He is currently serving a term as President of the Indiana Community Theatre League and serves as Regional Representative to the National Board of Directors of the American Association of Community Theatres. Murrell is a resident of rural Parker City, a neighboring community to Farmland, where he and his family reside on the historic Murrell family homestead farm settled and built in 1850. He returned to his home community in 2003 after spending 20 years crossing the country as a professional actor, stage director and theatre producer. He continues to work as a freelance stage director, performer and educator, will direct two shows this year for Muncie Civic Theatre and leads the drama program at Monroe Central High School. His wife, Julie Barber, is a professional singer and teaches music at Taylor University as well as private voice and piano lessons. They have two children, Sofia and Sage, and have recently established their own artist management and booking company, Main Street Artists, which will be represented at the 2008 Mid-West Arts Conference in Kansas City.
For more information regarding programs, events or rental opportunities with Historic Farmland USA or the Farmland Cultural Center, call 765-468-7631 or visit the official website at www.farmlandindiana.org.
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July Events at The Artist Within
This month The Artist Within will offer Heidi Hale's Basic Wire Jewelry class. This is a perfect "getaway evening" and gives you the skills to continue making wire jewelry on your own. We need four students signed up in advance to make the class "go". The cost is $50 and includes all materials, use of tools and instruction by Heidi J. Hale…check out her beautiful website: heidijhale.com.
"Pushing Reality" is our gallery show featuring the photography of Brad Ayers. His new work is quite different from that in his earlier exhibit here at the Artist Within.
Although we are closed this week for our Summer Break, we will host Brad’s "First Thursday" opening this Thursday, July 3rd from 5-8 pm. We will also be closed when Gus Macker returns to the Downtown July 20th. However, private parties may be scheduled that day.
"Thank you" goes out to all of you who took advantage of our "Gas Beater Special" we will continue to subtract the daily price of one gallon of unleaded regular gas from your $15 or more pottery bill throughout the Summer. The offer will be good through August 31, 2008.
Another incentive is our "Christmas in July Week" offering pottery painting with NO STUDIO FEE.
Be sure to stop in July 22-26. Clay Camp for 9-12 year olds is July 14-18…space is still available.
Check out the complete calendar of promotions and events at http://www.theartistwithininc.com.
"Pushing Reality" is our gallery show featuring the photography of Brad Ayers. His new work is quite different from that in his earlier exhibit here at the Artist Within.
Although we are closed this week for our Summer Break, we will host Brad’s "First Thursday" opening this Thursday, July 3rd from 5-8 pm. We will also be closed when Gus Macker returns to the Downtown July 20th. However, private parties may be scheduled that day.
"Thank you" goes out to all of you who took advantage of our "Gas Beater Special" we will continue to subtract the daily price of one gallon of unleaded regular gas from your $15 or more pottery bill throughout the Summer. The offer will be good through August 31, 2008.
Another incentive is our "Christmas in July Week" offering pottery painting with NO STUDIO FEE.
Be sure to stop in July 22-26. Clay Camp for 9-12 year olds is July 14-18…space is still available.
Check out the complete calendar of promotions and events at http://www.theartistwithininc.com.
Anny Delk Offers Coptic Stitch Handmade Journal Workshop at ArtWorks
Anny Delk, fiber artist and member of ArtWorks Gallery will be giving a class on making a COPTIC STITCH HANDMADE JOURNAL on July 15th, from 6 to 8pm at Artworks, 301 S. Walnut St.
You will take home a beautiful journal that you make yourself. Handmade journals make wonderful gifts. No prior knowledge needed.
If you wish to join this class please call the ArtWorks Gallery at 765 288 2221 for more information. Space is limited and you need to call or stop in to sign up prior to July 15.
Our hours are Monday to Saturday, 11:30am to 5:30pm.
In the upcoming months the artists at ArtWorks Gallery will be providing the community with more workshops. For beginners and intermediate wishing to refresh their skills.
August - Photography
September - Knitting Sampler Scarf - 3 day workshop from 6-7:00pm
October - Felted Handbag and Needle Felting
November - Christmas Printmaking Cards
If you are interested in any of these workshops please call ArtWorks Gallery for more information.
You will take home a beautiful journal that you make yourself. Handmade journals make wonderful gifts. No prior knowledge needed.
If you wish to join this class please call the ArtWorks Gallery at 765 288 2221 for more information. Space is limited and you need to call or stop in to sign up prior to July 15.
Our hours are Monday to Saturday, 11:30am to 5:30pm.
In the upcoming months the artists at ArtWorks Gallery will be providing the community with more workshops. For beginners and intermediate wishing to refresh their skills.
August - Photography
September - Knitting Sampler Scarf - 3 day workshop from 6-7:00pm
October - Felted Handbag and Needle Felting
November - Christmas Printmaking Cards
If you are interested in any of these workshops please call ArtWorks Gallery for more information.
Tuesday, July 01, 2008
Downtown Art Galleries Open New Exhibits at First Thursday July 3
Celebrate the arts in Downtown Muncie this First Thursday, July 3rd, from 5 to 8pm. Our many art galleries launch their monthly exhibits on the first Thursday evenings of every month, with meet-the-artist receptions.
The following exhibits will be opening (in alphabetical order by gallery) at the next First Thursday:
The Artist Within ~ 313 S Walnut Street ~ 765-289-7895
The Artist Within presents the photography of Brad Ayers in an encore exhibit opening First Thursday, July 3, and continuing through July. In the exhibit "Pushing Reality", Ayers combines his lifelong love of art and photograph by using the techniques of digital photography to blur the boundaries between the two.
A former middle-school teacher, who splits his time between Muncie and Florida, Ayers has exhibited in Muncie and in juried exhibitions in Florida at the Art Center Manatee and at Selby Gardens. Growing up surrounded by the architecture of his hometown Columbus, Indiana, and the paintings of his grandmother, a Brown County artist, he developed an interest and appreciation for art. The well-traveled Ayers shoots a wide range of subjects and is drawn to the colors, patterns, and images in both natural and urban scapes. His interests extend from vibrant colors to classic black and white.
Digital photography allows him to alter images similarly to the way film photographers do in photo labs. He enjoys pushing the reality of photography into the realm of fine art by enhancing digital images, extending them further from reality into impressionism and abstraction. His goal is to inspire the viewer to appreciate and to display photography as another form of fine art and to enjoy the experience.
Artworks ~ 301 South Walnut Street ~ 765-288-2221
"Woman As Vessel," a new exhibition by artist Kimberly Anderson, will be on display at Artworks through July 31st. An opening reception will be from 5 to 8pm during First Thursday July 3rd.
Kimberly Anderson was born in Evanston, IL and is now a resident of Hartford City, IN. Her mother is a therapist/social worker and her father is a college professor of science, which forged her fascination with science and the human psyche. These influences helped foster her sense of wonder which influenced artistic interests. Early in life, her parents moved to a 96 acre farm nestled in heavily wooded hills in rural Pennsylvania where she was to enjoy nature. They raised a menagerie that included horses, cows, pigs, ducks, rabbits, chickens, opossums, cats and dogs. These experiences with nature and animals are an important aspect of her personality and work.
Anderson holds three degrees focusing on ceramics and spent eight years in management. Her struggle to balance work and art left her unfulfilled. She decided to pursue her passion for art full-time. She began doing shows in 2001 and in April 2002 Milkweed Ceramics became her full-time career.
"Upon graduation I married my husband, Scott, who is also an artist". They relocated to Indiana and Scott accepted a position as assistant professor of art at Ball State University in Muncie, IN. Anderson is still teaching in addition to participating in juried shows, solo exhibitions and traveling to art shows across the country to promote Milkweed Ceramics. The technical aspects of her work explore both functional and sculptural elements, using both high and low-fire materials.
Anderson states: "Human life unfolds in the fabric of time and history. My sculptures and functional ware are based on issues that surround the mysteries of existence and human origin. In my work I am addressing ideas that evoke a since of memory and human relations to and about the land. The work considers both personal and historical relationships to the environment. My sculptures and figurative vessels reference archeological excavations, feminine roles, cycles of renewal and decay, evolution vs. mythic beliefs, and relate to events in my personal history. I am exploring views and ideas that revel in life's mysteries and stir thoughts of becoming and being. I am influenced by two spheres of thought: the physical sciences and the human psyche. Science provides the facts and the psyche reveals mystery".
"My thrown and altered pottery is an ongoing investigation about woman as vessel. The fertility vessels quote Neolithic sources. I use a variety of firings to enhance interpretation. The ideas I am exploring are open ended. I am not searching for truth or exposure, but for a secret".
ARWORKS GALLERY'S MISSION: As a non-profit cooperative artist gallery, our mission is to serve the Muncie community and provide local artists a facility to exhibit their art and to provide educational opportunities and affordable art to our community.
ONGOING ARTWORKS EXHIBITS: Watercolors: Jeanette G Pottery: Barbara Swain
Blue Bottle ~ 206 South Walnut Street ~ 765-284-3630
Artwork by Eric Ernstberger will be on exhibit at Blue Bottle Coffee Shop in July.
If you have artwork you'd like to be displayed at Blue Bottle, please contact Lelly at 284-3630.
Gallery 308 ~ 308 E. Main Street ~ 765-289-8575
Gallery 308 will have its annual Members' Show in July, with an opening reception during First Thursday downtown, July 3rd.
Each July the nonprofit gallery has a celebratory exhibit in recognition of its members. Individuals who support the Gallery as "members" are invited to participate in the show by contributing as many as three pieces to be exhibited. The work shown is always representative of the many talented artists in our community who support the Gallery's mission.
The opening reception is from 5 to 7 p.m. Admission is free and refreshments are provided. The 2008 Members' Show will be on view through the end of July.
Gallery 308 is a 501(c)(3) community art gallery which exists to provide exhibition space for artists, encourage innovative work and serve the community as a cultural and educational resource. Contributions to Gallery 308 are tax-deductible. For more information about gallery hours, volunteer and donor opportunities, please call 765-289-8575.
Gordy Fine Art & Framing ~ 224 E Main Street ~ 765-284-8422
Indiana Plein Air Painters Association exhibit continues through July at Gordy Fine Art & Framing.
The two-month exhibit features a dozen artists from across the state (and Kentucky!) who paint outside, on site. They are all part of the Indiana Plein Air Painters Association. Paintings range from farm scenes to woods, waterways and gardens, displayed in all seasons. The award-winning artists include two from east central Indiana - Carol Strock Wasson and Robert Farlow. Visitors may view the show during normal business hours, Mon - Friday, 9 AM to 5:30, and Sat., 9 to 3. For information call 284-8422 or visit www.gordyframing.com.
Mitchell Place Studio ~ 301 S Walnut
Institute for Digital Intermedia Arts & Animation Student Art & Research ShowcaseThursday April 3rd, 5 p.m.
See monthly showcase of recent, supported student art and research projects in association with First Thursdays downtown. For more information on this and other IDIAA programs visit www.bsu.edu/cmd/mps.
Vera Mae's Bistro ~ 207-209 South Walnut Street ~ 765-747-4941
You are invited to attend a special viewing of the paintings by artist Phoebe Wantz on First Thursday, from 5 to 7pm in Vera Mae's Ballaird Hall. This viewing is in conjunction with First Thursday downtown.
Phoebe, a Muncie native, majored in art at Ball State University, but is better known locally for her work in community theatre. She currently serves on two Board of Directors - Middletown Arts Project and Heartland Stage Company. We saw her on stage last year in the MAP production of "Shedtown." Last year she directed "Death in Them Thar Hills" at Vera Mae's as a fundraiser for the Heartland Stage Company. She was awarded "Best Actress" at Muncie Civic Theatre for her performance in "Alone Together."
She is currently turning her focus towards her artisitic talent and has established a new venture, "Art and Soul by Phoebe" and has approximately 80 canvases on display. These cover a variety of themes from Southwestern art to nudes done in acrylic. You can tell by her work that the "muse" has really taken her by storm, because she has accomplished all of these paintings since March 2008!
Other downtown Muncie businesses may have art exhibits or special events during First Thursdays include:
~ Cortex Hair Center, 112 W Jackson Street - 765-288-6685~ David Dale Designs, Interior Designs & Fine Art Gallery, 421 S Walnut Street - 765-284-4987~ FB Fogg, 418 E Main Street - 765-289-7464~ Glitterati in the Rose Court on Charles Street~ Minnetrista, 1200 N. Minnetrista Parkway - 765-282-4848
Additionally, all of Downtown's independently owned bars and restaurants will be open and ready to serve you. For more information, visit www.munciedowntown.com.
Paintings by Phoebe Wantz - Special Viewing at Vera Mae's
You are invited to attend a special viewing of the paintings by artist Phoebe Wantz on First Thursday, from 5 to 7pm in Vera Mae's Ballaird Hall. This viewing is in conjunction with First Thursday downtown.
Phoebe, a Muncie native, majored in art at Ball State University, but is better known locally for her work in community theatre. She currently serves on two Board of Directors - Middletown Arts Project and Heartland Stage Company. We saw her on stage last year in the MAP production of "Shedtown." Last year she directed "Death in Them Thar Hills" at Vera Mae's as a fundraiser for the Heartland Stage Company. She was awarded "Best Actress" at Muncie Civic Theatre for her performance in "Alone Together."
She is currently turning her focus towards her artisitic talent and has established a new venture, "Art and Soul by Phoebe" and has approximately 80 canvases on display. These cover a variety of themes from Southwestern art to nudes done in acrylic. You can tell by her work that the "muse" has really taken her by storm, because she has accomplished all of these paintings since March 2008!
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Phoebe, a Muncie native, majored in art at Ball State University, but is better known locally for her work in community theatre. She currently serves on two Board of Directors - Middletown Arts Project and Heartland Stage Company. We saw her on stage last year in the MAP production of "Shedtown." Last year she directed "Death in Them Thar Hills" at Vera Mae's as a fundraiser for the Heartland Stage Company. She was awarded "Best Actress" at Muncie Civic Theatre for her performance in "Alone Together."
She is currently turning her focus towards her artisitic talent and has established a new venture, "Art and Soul by Phoebe" and has approximately 80 canvases on display. These cover a variety of themes from Southwestern art to nudes done in acrylic. You can tell by her work that the "muse" has really taken her by storm, because she has accomplished all of these paintings since March 2008!
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Upcoming Events at Minnetrista
Minnetrista offers daily tours... daily activities always included with admission!
Admission: $4 child/student, $6 senior, $7 adult.
Discovery Kits!
Get a little more out of your experience. Inquire at the front desk to learn about our Discovery Kits--they're perfect for families!
Back in Time:
Historical House Tour
Daily at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., & 3 p.m.
Explore this historic home and discover what life was like for the family who once lived here.
Garden Spirits
Daily, 2 p.m.
Can you find the magic in Oakhurst Gardens? Look and listen closely--learn the lore of the garden spirits who may live here. Create your magic story as you seek and play.
Nature & Garden Fun
Daily, 4 p.m.
Join us for a nature adventure! Discover what's blooming in the gardens, wildlife in the Nature Area, or Indiana animals that call our Discovery Cabin home. See the sign in the lobby for daily
program details.
Events:
Faeries, Sprites and Lights
July 11-12, 6 - 9 p.m.
Join us for "Faerie Jam," a musical celebration of Faerie Towne's one-year anniversary. Discover the magic and excitement of faerie song and play!
Our celebration includes:
- Panto: Thumbelina by the Muncie Civic Theatre
- Live minstrel music by Bob Ford & the Ragamuffins
- An exhibit: The Art of Faeries, Sprites and Lights
- The sights and sounds of Faerie Jam
- Refreshments, shopping and much more!
General Event Admission:
Adults $7, seniors $6, children & students $4.
Member admission: Adults $3; children $2
Advance tickets $1 off
Summer Stage Fest 2008:
Patriotic Music
July 4, 8:30 p.m.
America's Hometown Band
Oklahoma!
August 1 - 2, 7:30 p.m.
Muncie Civic Theatre
Pops Concert
August 27, 7:30 p.m.
Muncie Symphony Orchestra
ADULT PROGRAMS:
PBS Program Club
Wednesday, July 16
2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Watch and discuss this informative PBS production about Winston Churchill.
Price: Free, registration requested.
FAMILY PROGRAMS:
Show & Tell: Interpreting Music
Saturday, July 19
1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Music is more than notes on paper or the sounds we hear. See how music can be interpreted visually. Don't forget to explore the Wild Music exhibit to learn more about music!
Price: Included with paid admission ($4 child/student; $6 senior; $7 adult).
Wild Songs of Summer
Saturday, July 26
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Special guest Brian Cunningham, Education Manager of Wild Birds Unlimited, will help us explore the wild sounds of our feathered friends and other sounds in nature. Learn all about bird calls. Tour the Wild Music exhibit and enjoy a nature hike while learning how to become part of nature's soundtrack.
Price: Members, $10 per family, non-members, $15 per family.
Registration deadline: Mon., July 21.
CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS:
Camp Minnetrista 2008!
July 14-18 and July 21-25
Your child will engage in days of FUN, LEARNING & DISCOVERY this summer at Camp Minnetrista! Choose from two week-long sessions in July, or attend both.
For more information, visit www.minnetrista.net/camp or contact us at (765) 282-4848.
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Admission: $4 child/student, $6 senior, $7 adult.
Discovery Kits!
Get a little more out of your experience. Inquire at the front desk to learn about our Discovery Kits--they're perfect for families!
Back in Time:
Historical House Tour
Daily at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., & 3 p.m.
Explore this historic home and discover what life was like for the family who once lived here.
Garden Spirits
Daily, 2 p.m.
Can you find the magic in Oakhurst Gardens? Look and listen closely--learn the lore of the garden spirits who may live here. Create your magic story as you seek and play.
Nature & Garden Fun
Daily, 4 p.m.
Join us for a nature adventure! Discover what's blooming in the gardens, wildlife in the Nature Area, or Indiana animals that call our Discovery Cabin home. See the sign in the lobby for daily
program details.
Events:
Faeries, Sprites and Lights
July 11-12, 6 - 9 p.m.
Join us for "Faerie Jam," a musical celebration of Faerie Towne's one-year anniversary. Discover the magic and excitement of faerie song and play!
Our celebration includes:
- Panto: Thumbelina by the Muncie Civic Theatre
- Live minstrel music by Bob Ford & the Ragamuffins
- An exhibit: The Art of Faeries, Sprites and Lights
- The sights and sounds of Faerie Jam
- Refreshments, shopping and much more!
General Event Admission:
Adults $7, seniors $6, children & students $4.
Member admission: Adults $3; children $2
Advance tickets $1 off
Summer Stage Fest 2008:
Patriotic Music
July 4, 8:30 p.m.
America's Hometown Band
Oklahoma!
August 1 - 2, 7:30 p.m.
Muncie Civic Theatre
Pops Concert
August 27, 7:30 p.m.
Muncie Symphony Orchestra
ADULT PROGRAMS:
PBS Program Club
Wednesday, July 16
2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Watch and discuss this informative PBS production about Winston Churchill.
Price: Free, registration requested.
FAMILY PROGRAMS:
Show & Tell: Interpreting Music
Saturday, July 19
1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Music is more than notes on paper or the sounds we hear. See how music can be interpreted visually. Don't forget to explore the Wild Music exhibit to learn more about music!
Price: Included with paid admission ($4 child/student; $6 senior; $7 adult).
Wild Songs of Summer
Saturday, July 26
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Special guest Brian Cunningham, Education Manager of Wild Birds Unlimited, will help us explore the wild sounds of our feathered friends and other sounds in nature. Learn all about bird calls. Tour the Wild Music exhibit and enjoy a nature hike while learning how to become part of nature's soundtrack.
Price: Members, $10 per family, non-members, $15 per family.
Registration deadline: Mon., July 21.
CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS:
Camp Minnetrista 2008!
July 14-18 and July 21-25
Your child will engage in days of FUN, LEARNING & DISCOVERY this summer at Camp Minnetrista! Choose from two week-long sessions in July, or attend both.
For more information, visit www.minnetrista.net/camp or contact us at (765) 282-4848.
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Monday, June 30, 2008
Faeries, Sprites & Lights at Minnetrista
Minnetrista will host Faeries, Sprites & Lights: "Faerie Jam," July 11-12 from 6 to 9 pm. This year the event will take guests on an enchanted trip into the lives of faeries through song, dance and interaction.
Join us as we celebrate the one-year anniversary of Faerie Towne with the musical experience, "Faerie Jam."
Interact with Prim Rose, Nettle and the rest of the faerie friends July 11-12 from 6 to 9 pm.
The celebration will include:
* Rumored faerie sightings in the enchanted Oakhurst gardens. With a little bit of luck and keen senses you may be able to witness faerie happenings first-hand!
* Live minstrel music by Bob Ford & The Ragamuffins.
* The Art of Faeries, Sprites and Lights exhibit. This juried art show will be on display in the historic Oakhurst house for all to view. The inspiration behind the local artists' creations is that of faeries, sprites, elves and other mystical characters.
* Faerie pictures and airbrush tattoos
* A chance to play faerie instruments with your favorite character.
* Panto: Thumbelina by Muncie Civic Theatre.
* Refreshments, shopping and much more.
* Learn about the faerie world from characters who are friends of the faeries found in Oakhurst Gardens.
* Willow Sage, the plant healer.
* River Reed, the instrument maker.
* Cricket, the nature composer.
* Nettle, the voice coach.
* Prim Rose, the music critic.
Come dressed in your faerie or sprite attire and experience the magic of Faeries Sprites and Lights first-hand!
Cost: General admission: Adults $7, seniors $6, children & students $4.Member admission: Adults $3; children $2. Advanced tickets: $1 off.
For more information please call (765) 282-4848, or visit us online at www.minnetrista.net.
Located along historic White River, Minnetrista includes 40 acres of beautiful gardens and grounds, a modern museum facility, an historic home, Nature Area, numerous sculptures, and a portion of the Cardinal Greenway. Minnetrista serves East Central Indiana with dynamic community activities and exhibits that honor and reflect its natural and cultural heritage. For more information about Minnetrista, visit www.minnetrista.net.
Join us as we celebrate the one-year anniversary of Faerie Towne with the musical experience, "Faerie Jam."
Interact with Prim Rose, Nettle and the rest of the faerie friends July 11-12 from 6 to 9 pm.
The celebration will include:
* Rumored faerie sightings in the enchanted Oakhurst gardens. With a little bit of luck and keen senses you may be able to witness faerie happenings first-hand!
* Live minstrel music by Bob Ford & The Ragamuffins.
* The Art of Faeries, Sprites and Lights exhibit. This juried art show will be on display in the historic Oakhurst house for all to view. The inspiration behind the local artists' creations is that of faeries, sprites, elves and other mystical characters.
* Faerie pictures and airbrush tattoos
* A chance to play faerie instruments with your favorite character.
* Panto: Thumbelina by Muncie Civic Theatre.
* Refreshments, shopping and much more.
* Learn about the faerie world from characters who are friends of the faeries found in Oakhurst Gardens.
* Willow Sage, the plant healer.
* River Reed, the instrument maker.
* Cricket, the nature composer.
* Nettle, the voice coach.
* Prim Rose, the music critic.
Come dressed in your faerie or sprite attire and experience the magic of Faeries Sprites and Lights first-hand!
Cost: General admission: Adults $7, seniors $6, children & students $4.Member admission: Adults $3; children $2. Advanced tickets: $1 off.
For more information please call (765) 282-4848, or visit us online at www.minnetrista.net.
Located along historic White River, Minnetrista includes 40 acres of beautiful gardens and grounds, a modern museum facility, an historic home, Nature Area, numerous sculptures, and a portion of the Cardinal Greenway. Minnetrista serves East Central Indiana with dynamic community activities and exhibits that honor and reflect its natural and cultural heritage. For more information about Minnetrista, visit www.minnetrista.net.
Gallery 308 Members Show on Exhibit in July
Gallery 308 will have its annual Members' Show in July, with an opening reception during First Thursday downtown, July 3rd.
Each July the nonprofit gallery has a celebratory exhibit in recognition of its members. Individuals who support the Gallery as "members" are invited to participate in the show by contributing as many as three pieces to be exhibited. The work shown is always representative of the many talented artists in our community who support the Gallery's mission.
The opening reception is from 5 to 7 p.m. Admission is free and refreshments are provided. The 2008 Members' Show will be on view through the end of July.
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
Each July the nonprofit gallery has a celebratory exhibit in recognition of its members. Individuals who support the Gallery as "members" are invited to participate in the show by contributing as many as three pieces to be exhibited. The work shown is always representative of the many talented artists in our community who support the Gallery's mission.
The opening reception is from 5 to 7 p.m. Admission is free and refreshments are provided. The 2008 Members' Show will be on view through the end of July.
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
Sunday, June 29, 2008
Shooter Jennings Concert Tonight at Doc's Music Hall
Shooter Jennings w/Michael Martin Band & Derreck Jones tonight at Doc's Music Hall...tickets still available & only $20! Show starts at 8pm...great beer specials, delicous food, and a foot-stomping good time!
For info/tickets:
docsmusichall.com or (765)286-0949
Hope to see you there!
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
For info/tickets:
docsmusichall.com or (765)286-0949
Hope to see you there!
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
Thursday, June 26, 2008
Brad Ayers Photography Exhibit "Pushing Reality" at The Artist Within
The Artist Within presents the photography of Brad Ayers in an encore exhibit opening First Thursday, July 3, and continuing through July. In the exhibit "Pushing Reality", Ayers combines his lifelong love of art and photograph by using the techniques of digital photography to blur the boundaries between the two.
A former middle-school teacher, who splits his time between Muncie and Florida, Ayers has exhibited in Muncie and in juried exhibitions in Florida at the Art Center Manatee and at Selby Gardens. Growing up surrounded by the architecture of his hometown Columbus, Indiana, and the paintings of his grandmother, a Brown County artist, he developed an interest and appreciation for art. The well-traveled Ayers shoots a wide range of subjects and is drawn to the colors, patterns, and images in both natural and urban scapes. His interests extend from vibrant colors to classic black and white.
Digital photography allows him to alter images similarly to the way film photographers do in photo labs. He enjoys pushing the reality of photography into the realm of fine art by enhancing digital images, extending them further from reality into impressionism and abstraction. His goal is to inspire the viewer to appreciate and to display photography as another form of fine art and to enjoy the experience.
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
A former middle-school teacher, who splits his time between Muncie and Florida, Ayers has exhibited in Muncie and in juried exhibitions in Florida at the Art Center Manatee and at Selby Gardens. Growing up surrounded by the architecture of his hometown Columbus, Indiana, and the paintings of his grandmother, a Brown County artist, he developed an interest and appreciation for art. The well-traveled Ayers shoots a wide range of subjects and is drawn to the colors, patterns, and images in both natural and urban scapes. His interests extend from vibrant colors to classic black and white.
Digital photography allows him to alter images similarly to the way film photographers do in photo labs. He enjoys pushing the reality of photography into the realm of fine art by enhancing digital images, extending them further from reality into impressionism and abstraction. His goal is to inspire the viewer to appreciate and to display photography as another form of fine art and to enjoy the experience.
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
"Woman as Vessel" Exhibit by Kimberly Anderson at Artworks
"Woman As Vessel," a new exhibition by artist Kimberly Anderson, will be on display at Artworks through July 31st. An opening reception will be from 5 to 8pm during First Thursday July 3rd.
Kimberly Anderson was born in Evanston, IL and is now a resident of Hartford City, IN. Her mother is a therapist/social worker and her father is a college professor of science, which forged her fascination with science and the human psyche. These influences helped foster her sense of wonder which influenced artistic interests. Early in life, her parents moved to a 96 acre farm nestled in heavily wooded hills in rural Pennsylvania where she was to enjoy nature. They raised a menagerie that included horses, cows, pigs, ducks, rabbits, chickens, opossums, cats and dogs. These experiences with nature and animals are an important aspect of her personality and work.
Anderson holds three degrees focusing on ceramics and spent eight years in management. Her struggle to balance work and art left her unfulfilled. She decided to pursue her passion for art full-time. She began doing shows in 2001 and in April 2002 Milkweed Ceramics became her full-time career.
"Upon graduation I married my husband, Scott, who is also an artist". They relocated to Indiana and Scott accepted a position as assistant professor of art at Ball State University in Muncie, IN. Anderson is still teaching in addition to participating in juried shows, solo exhibitions and traveling to art shows across the country to promote Milkweed Ceramics. The technical aspects of her work explore both functional and sculptural elements, using both high and low-fire materials.
Anderson states: "Human life unfolds in the fabric of time and history. My sculptures and functional ware are based on issues that surround the mysteries of existence and human origin. In my work I am addressing ideas that evoke a since of memory and human relations to and about the land. The work considers both personal and historical relationships to the environment. My sculptures and figurative vessels reference archeological excavations, feminine roles, cycles of renewal and decay, evolution vs. mythic beliefs, and relate to events in my personal history. I am exploring views and ideas that revel in life's mysteries and stir thoughts of becoming and being. I am influenced by two spheres of thought: the physical sciences and the human psyche. Science provides the facts and the psyche reveals mystery".
"My thrown and altered pottery is an ongoing investigation about woman as vessel. The fertility vessels quote Neolithic sources. I use a variety of firings to enhance interpretation. The ideas I am exploring are open ended. I am not searching for truth or exposure, but for a secret".
ARWORKS GALLERY'S MISSION: As a non-profit cooperative artist gallery, our mission is to serve the Muncie community and provide local artists a facility to exhibit their art and to provide educational opportunities and affordable art to our community.
ONGOING ARTWORKS EXHIBITS:
Watercolors: Jeanette G
Pottery: Barbara Swain
Kimberly Anderson was born in Evanston, IL and is now a resident of Hartford City, IN. Her mother is a therapist/social worker and her father is a college professor of science, which forged her fascination with science and the human psyche. These influences helped foster her sense of wonder which influenced artistic interests. Early in life, her parents moved to a 96 acre farm nestled in heavily wooded hills in rural Pennsylvania where she was to enjoy nature. They raised a menagerie that included horses, cows, pigs, ducks, rabbits, chickens, opossums, cats and dogs. These experiences with nature and animals are an important aspect of her personality and work.
Anderson holds three degrees focusing on ceramics and spent eight years in management. Her struggle to balance work and art left her unfulfilled. She decided to pursue her passion for art full-time. She began doing shows in 2001 and in April 2002 Milkweed Ceramics became her full-time career.
"Upon graduation I married my husband, Scott, who is also an artist". They relocated to Indiana and Scott accepted a position as assistant professor of art at Ball State University in Muncie, IN. Anderson is still teaching in addition to participating in juried shows, solo exhibitions and traveling to art shows across the country to promote Milkweed Ceramics. The technical aspects of her work explore both functional and sculptural elements, using both high and low-fire materials.
Anderson states: "Human life unfolds in the fabric of time and history. My sculptures and functional ware are based on issues that surround the mysteries of existence and human origin. In my work I am addressing ideas that evoke a since of memory and human relations to and about the land. The work considers both personal and historical relationships to the environment. My sculptures and figurative vessels reference archeological excavations, feminine roles, cycles of renewal and decay, evolution vs. mythic beliefs, and relate to events in my personal history. I am exploring views and ideas that revel in life's mysteries and stir thoughts of becoming and being. I am influenced by two spheres of thought: the physical sciences and the human psyche. Science provides the facts and the psyche reveals mystery".
"My thrown and altered pottery is an ongoing investigation about woman as vessel. The fertility vessels quote Neolithic sources. I use a variety of firings to enhance interpretation. The ideas I am exploring are open ended. I am not searching for truth or exposure, but for a secret".
ARWORKS GALLERY'S MISSION: As a non-profit cooperative artist gallery, our mission is to serve the Muncie community and provide local artists a facility to exhibit their art and to provide educational opportunities and affordable art to our community.
ONGOING ARTWORKS EXHIBITS:
Watercolors: Jeanette G
Pottery: Barbara Swain
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Gallery 308 invites artists to participate in the 4th Annual Members Show. Non-members, or those whose contributions are not updated for 2008, may enter by joining at the level of their choice. To become a member (if you are not one now), call the Gallery at 765-289-8575 or contact Sherry Powell at 765-282-0204 and ask for a membership form. Read more...
JUNE EVENTS
23 thru 27th - ARTBeat! Summer Camp at Muncie Childrens Museum. Call the museum for details 286-1660.
23 thru 27th- Summer Art Camps for 6-8 year olds Clay Camp, 9am-noon at the Artist Within. Contact the Art Mart at 284-2919 or the Artist Within at 289-7895 for more information or to enroll in camp.
26th - After 5 at Minnetrista from 6 - 9 p.m. will feature video games, such as Rock Band, Guitar Hero and a variety of other games on a large projection screen and prizes! Rock stars and fans will enjoy a cash bar, food, and two exhibits featuring music. Must be 21+ to attend.
26th - Thought Criminals: Kerry White and Dan Tessitore with MC Vinnie Landfert at Centerstage. Show @ 8 pm. doors @ 7pm. Tickets available @ the Heorot or Alter Ego Comics.
26th - Community Center for Vital Aging, meetings held at Cornerstone Center for the Arts: A Healthy Way to Eat Sweets 6:30-8:00. A small fee will be charged.
27th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Mike Martin & Friends. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
27th - Free Friday Night Movie - "Enchanted" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South WWalnut Street.
27th - After 5 at Minnetrista - Rock On! from 6-9 p.m. Be a Rock Star! Play the "Rock Band" game on stage while your fans enjoy the show on our large projection screen. Rock stars will enjoy a cash bar, food, and two exhibits featuring music. Registration deadline: Monday, June 23. Call (765) 213-3549.
28th - Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista, country concert, featuring country music star Andy Griggs, 7:30pm.
28th - Free Family Saturday at Muncie Children's Museum. On the last Saturday of every month the Museum offers free admission all day, from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
28th - Geo-Jam! at Minnetrista, 10am - 3pm. Join us for a day of rhythmic adventure, where geocaching and music collide! Visit www.minnetrista.net.
29th - Doc's Music Hall presents Shooter Jennings on Sunday, June 29th. Visit www.docsmusichall.com for more information.
29th - A free workshop performance of Those Killing Feares, a newly devised musical monodrama will be presented at Muncie Civic Theatre at 7:00pm. Admission is free, but donations are welcome to help "Save the Civic".
JUNE ONGOING
Through June - Artwork by Joshua Chatwin and Brie Thompson will be on exhibit at Blue Bottle Coffee Shop in June. Eric Ernstberger's artwork will be featured in July. If you have artwork you'd like to be displayed at Blue Bottle, please contact Lelly at 284-3630.
Through June - Artist Within will feature the collaborative work of Nick Carnes and Jason Bord. The collaborative paintings will be on display from June 3-28, 2008 with an artists' reception Thursday June 5th from 5-8pm.
Through June - exhibit at Artworks will be "Earth and Fire" featuring Sue Beach and Carol Burt. Their works will be on display June 5, 2008 through July 1, 2008, with an opening reception at First ThursdayJune 5 from 5 to 8pm.
Through June - exhibit at Gallery 308 will feature three members of Ball State's Department of Architecture faculty--Joseph C. Blalock, Jr., Lohren Deeg, and Brian Hollars. "Muncie Triptych: A Vision of Hope in Three Parts" will open June 5 with free public reception for the First Thursday opening from 5 to 8 p.m.
Through June - Gordy Fine Art and Framing exhibit: twelve members of the Indiana Plein Air Painters Association will be on exhibit. Opening reception on June 5th 5-8pm
Through July 10th - Guided tours of Downtown Muncue for the parents of BSU orientation students, Tuesdays through Thursdays, from 10:30 to 11:50am.
Through July 15th - Art gallery at Cornerstone features "Artwork of a Muncie Youth" by David Freeman, winner of the 2nd Annual Cornerstone Art Show.
June 16-Aug. 7th - Cornerstone Center for the Arts classes for youth and adults run June 16th-August 7th. This summer, more than 50 classes are offered in a variety of categories, such as dance, language, visual arts, music, Kindermusik, theater, and writing. Visit www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through August 31 - Recording History: The Grand Pianos and Diverse Sounds of Starr Gennett at Minnetrista. Visit www.minnetrista.net for info.
Through Sept. 7 - Wild Music: Sounds & Songs of Life at Minnetrista, May 31 - September 7. Visit www.minnetrista.net for info.
Through October - Minnetrista Farmers Market meets every Wednesday evening from 4pm until sold out, and every Saturday morning from 8am to noon. Featuring vegetables, fruits, flowers, eggs, honey, baked goods, meat, cheese and much more.
Every Monday - Jazz at the Fickle Peach features Ralph Johnson on drums, Paul Rhine on double-bass and flute, and Phil Cooley on Piano. They perform every Monday night from 9 to 11.
Daily at Minnetrista--Historical House Tours at 11, 1 and 3pm
Daily at Minnetrista--The Minnetrista Story 2pm
Daily at Minnetrista--Nature & Garden Fun at 4pm
JULY EVENTS
July 2nd - Muncie on the Move at theHorizon Convention Center. Doors open at 6:45 a.m.for a buffet style breakfast. The program begins at 7:30 a.m.
July 3rd - First Thursday in Downtown Muncie from 5 to 8pm. All the art galleries open their monthly exhibits with meet-the-artists receptions.
July 3rd - Vera Mae's Bistro presents a special viewing of the paintings of artist Phoebe Wantz from 5 to 7pm, in conjuction with First Thursday.
July 4th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Doc, Dunn, and Simmons and Diana and the Pushtwangers. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
July 4th - Fireworks and Minnetrista Summer Stage Fest with patriotic music, featuring America's Hometown Band, 8:30pm.
July 7 thru 11th - Incredible Edible Science Summer Camp at Muncie Childrens Museum. Call the museum for details 286-1660.
July 7 thru 11th- Summer Art Camps for 9-12 year olds at the Art Mart, 9am-noon. Contact the Art Mart at 284-2919 or the Artist Within at 289-7895 for more information or to enroll in camp.
11th - Muncie Children's Museum - Friends and Family Fun Night. Admission is free. The theme for July's Friends and Family Fun Night will be celebrating All American Pet Photo Day. Bring a picture of your pet to the Museum to be entered into the Cutest Pet and Most Unique Pet Contests. Decorate a frame for your pet's picture, play animal bingo and meet the pets of the Museum. Underwriting for this event is provided by the Edmund F. & Virginia B. Ball Foundation.
July 11th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from The Last Domino and Tim VanCleave Improv Band Trio. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
July 11th - Free Friday Night Movie - "Hairspray" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South WWalnut Street.
July 11th - Unknown Hinson, "King of Country & Western Troubadours," at Doc's Music Hall. www.unknownhinson.com.
July 11 & 12 - Faeries, Sprites and Lights at Minnetrista Oakhurst Gardens, 6 " 9 p.m.
July 14 thru 18th- Summer Art Camps for 9-12 year olds Clay Camp, 9am-noon at the Artist Within. Contact the Art Mart at 284-2919 or the Artist Within at 289-7895 for more information or to enroll in camp.
July 18th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from The Easy Leis. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
July 18 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Surf's Up" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
July 21 thru 25th - Blast Off: A Trip to the Sky Summer Camp at Muncie Childrens Museum. Call the museum for details 286-1660.
July 25th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Doc's Americana. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
July 25 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Daddy Day Camp" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
July 25 - David Allan Coe returns to Doc's Music Hall. 21+ Visit www.docsmusichall.com for info.
July 25 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Daddy Day Camp" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
July 26 - Muncie Children's Museum - Free Family Saturday. Free admission from 10 am to 5 pm. July Ongoing - Muncie Children's Museum - Make 'n Take. Included with admission. Come to the MCM every Wednesday and Friday, at 1:00 p.m., to take part in innovative and fun crafts in the Museum's Make 'n Take! Pre-registration is not required.
July Ongoing - Muncie Children's Museum - Summer Storytime. Included with admission. Join the MCM educators every Tuesday and Thursday, at 1:00 p.m., for Summer Storytime in the Book Nook! Pre-registration is not required.
LOOKING AHEAD...
August 1 - Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista, featuring Oklahoma!, presented by Muncie Civic Theatre (Free Admission).
August 1 - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Walden Song. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 1 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Transformers" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 2 & 3 - This year's Ribfest will be held August 2nd, noon-10:00p.m and August 3rd 11:00a.m.-4:00p.m. in the streets of downtown Muncie. Visit munciedowntown.com for vendor applications and more information.
August 8 - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from the Easy Leis and Tim VanCleave Improv Band Trio. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 8 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Spiderman 3" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 15th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from The Joan Hamilton Band. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 15 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Underdog" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 22nd - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Losing September. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 22 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Shrek the Third" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 27 - Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista, Pops Concert, featuring Muncie Symphony Orchestra (Free Admission)
August 29th- Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Ruined for Life. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 29th - Free Friday Night Movie - "The Game Plan" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street. ]
September 5 - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Mike Martin & Friends. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
Gallery 308 invites artists to participate in the 4th Annual Members Show. Non-members, or those whose contributions are not updated for 2008, may enter by joining at the level of their choice. To become a member (if you are not one now), call the Gallery at 765-289-8575 or contact Sherry Powell at 765-282-0204 and ask for a membership form. Read more...
JUNE EVENTS
23 thru 27th - ARTBeat! Summer Camp at Muncie Childrens Museum. Call the museum for details 286-1660.
23 thru 27th- Summer Art Camps for 6-8 year olds Clay Camp, 9am-noon at the Artist Within. Contact the Art Mart at 284-2919 or the Artist Within at 289-7895 for more information or to enroll in camp.
26th - After 5 at Minnetrista from 6 - 9 p.m. will feature video games, such as Rock Band, Guitar Hero and a variety of other games on a large projection screen and prizes! Rock stars and fans will enjoy a cash bar, food, and two exhibits featuring music. Must be 21+ to attend.
26th - Thought Criminals: Kerry White and Dan Tessitore with MC Vinnie Landfert at Centerstage. Show @ 8 pm. doors @ 7pm. Tickets available @ the Heorot or Alter Ego Comics.
26th - Community Center for Vital Aging, meetings held at Cornerstone Center for the Arts: A Healthy Way to Eat Sweets 6:30-8:00. A small fee will be charged.
27th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Mike Martin & Friends. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
27th - Free Friday Night Movie - "Enchanted" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South WWalnut Street.
27th - After 5 at Minnetrista - Rock On! from 6-9 p.m. Be a Rock Star! Play the "Rock Band" game on stage while your fans enjoy the show on our large projection screen. Rock stars will enjoy a cash bar, food, and two exhibits featuring music. Registration deadline: Monday, June 23. Call (765) 213-3549.
28th - Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista, country concert, featuring country music star Andy Griggs, 7:30pm.
28th - Free Family Saturday at Muncie Children's Museum. On the last Saturday of every month the Museum offers free admission all day, from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
28th - Geo-Jam! at Minnetrista, 10am - 3pm. Join us for a day of rhythmic adventure, where geocaching and music collide! Visit www.minnetrista.net.
29th - Doc's Music Hall presents Shooter Jennings on Sunday, June 29th. Visit www.docsmusichall.com for more information.
29th - A free workshop performance of Those Killing Feares, a newly devised musical monodrama will be presented at Muncie Civic Theatre at 7:00pm. Admission is free, but donations are welcome to help "Save the Civic".
JUNE ONGOING
Through June - Artwork by Joshua Chatwin and Brie Thompson will be on exhibit at Blue Bottle Coffee Shop in June. Eric Ernstberger's artwork will be featured in July. If you have artwork you'd like to be displayed at Blue Bottle, please contact Lelly at 284-3630.
Through June - Artist Within will feature the collaborative work of Nick Carnes and Jason Bord. The collaborative paintings will be on display from June 3-28, 2008 with an artists' reception Thursday June 5th from 5-8pm.
Through June - exhibit at Artworks will be "Earth and Fire" featuring Sue Beach and Carol Burt. Their works will be on display June 5, 2008 through July 1, 2008, with an opening reception at First ThursdayJune 5 from 5 to 8pm.
Through June - exhibit at Gallery 308 will feature three members of Ball State's Department of Architecture faculty--Joseph C. Blalock, Jr., Lohren Deeg, and Brian Hollars. "Muncie Triptych: A Vision of Hope in Three Parts" will open June 5 with free public reception for the First Thursday opening from 5 to 8 p.m.
Through June - Gordy Fine Art and Framing exhibit: twelve members of the Indiana Plein Air Painters Association will be on exhibit. Opening reception on June 5th 5-8pm
Through July 10th - Guided tours of Downtown Muncue for the parents of BSU orientation students, Tuesdays through Thursdays, from 10:30 to 11:50am.
Through July 15th - Art gallery at Cornerstone features "Artwork of a Muncie Youth" by David Freeman, winner of the 2nd Annual Cornerstone Art Show.
June 16-Aug. 7th - Cornerstone Center for the Arts classes for youth and adults run June 16th-August 7th. This summer, more than 50 classes are offered in a variety of categories, such as dance, language, visual arts, music, Kindermusik, theater, and writing. Visit www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through August 31 - Recording History: The Grand Pianos and Diverse Sounds of Starr Gennett at Minnetrista. Visit www.minnetrista.net for info.
Through Sept. 7 - Wild Music: Sounds & Songs of Life at Minnetrista, May 31 - September 7. Visit www.minnetrista.net for info.
Through October - Minnetrista Farmers Market meets every Wednesday evening from 4pm until sold out, and every Saturday morning from 8am to noon. Featuring vegetables, fruits, flowers, eggs, honey, baked goods, meat, cheese and much more.
Every Monday - Jazz at the Fickle Peach features Ralph Johnson on drums, Paul Rhine on double-bass and flute, and Phil Cooley on Piano. They perform every Monday night from 9 to 11.
Daily at Minnetrista--Historical House Tours at 11, 1 and 3pm
Daily at Minnetrista--The Minnetrista Story 2pm
Daily at Minnetrista--Nature & Garden Fun at 4pm
JULY EVENTS
July 2nd - Muncie on the Move at theHorizon Convention Center. Doors open at 6:45 a.m.for a buffet style breakfast. The program begins at 7:30 a.m.
July 3rd - First Thursday in Downtown Muncie from 5 to 8pm. All the art galleries open their monthly exhibits with meet-the-artists receptions.
July 3rd - Vera Mae's Bistro presents a special viewing of the paintings of artist Phoebe Wantz from 5 to 7pm, in conjuction with First Thursday.
July 4th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Doc, Dunn, and Simmons and Diana and the Pushtwangers. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
July 4th - Fireworks and Minnetrista Summer Stage Fest with patriotic music, featuring America's Hometown Band, 8:30pm.
July 7 thru 11th - Incredible Edible Science Summer Camp at Muncie Childrens Museum. Call the museum for details 286-1660.
July 7 thru 11th- Summer Art Camps for 9-12 year olds at the Art Mart, 9am-noon. Contact the Art Mart at 284-2919 or the Artist Within at 289-7895 for more information or to enroll in camp.
11th - Muncie Children's Museum - Friends and Family Fun Night. Admission is free. The theme for July's Friends and Family Fun Night will be celebrating All American Pet Photo Day. Bring a picture of your pet to the Museum to be entered into the Cutest Pet and Most Unique Pet Contests. Decorate a frame for your pet's picture, play animal bingo and meet the pets of the Museum. Underwriting for this event is provided by the Edmund F. & Virginia B. Ball Foundation.
July 11th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from The Last Domino and Tim VanCleave Improv Band Trio. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
July 11th - Free Friday Night Movie - "Hairspray" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South WWalnut Street.
July 11th - Unknown Hinson, "King of Country & Western Troubadours," at Doc's Music Hall. www.unknownhinson.com.
July 11 & 12 - Faeries, Sprites and Lights at Minnetrista Oakhurst Gardens, 6 " 9 p.m.
July 14 thru 18th- Summer Art Camps for 9-12 year olds Clay Camp, 9am-noon at the Artist Within. Contact the Art Mart at 284-2919 or the Artist Within at 289-7895 for more information or to enroll in camp.
July 18th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from The Easy Leis. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
July 18 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Surf's Up" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
July 21 thru 25th - Blast Off: A Trip to the Sky Summer Camp at Muncie Childrens Museum. Call the museum for details 286-1660.
July 25th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Doc's Americana. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
July 25 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Daddy Day Camp" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
July 25 - David Allan Coe returns to Doc's Music Hall. 21+ Visit www.docsmusichall.com for info.
July 25 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Daddy Day Camp" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
July 26 - Muncie Children's Museum - Free Family Saturday. Free admission from 10 am to 5 pm. July Ongoing - Muncie Children's Museum - Make 'n Take. Included with admission. Come to the MCM every Wednesday and Friday, at 1:00 p.m., to take part in innovative and fun crafts in the Museum's Make 'n Take! Pre-registration is not required.
July Ongoing - Muncie Children's Museum - Summer Storytime. Included with admission. Join the MCM educators every Tuesday and Thursday, at 1:00 p.m., for Summer Storytime in the Book Nook! Pre-registration is not required.
LOOKING AHEAD...
August 1 - Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista, featuring Oklahoma!, presented by Muncie Civic Theatre (Free Admission).
August 1 - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Walden Song. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 1 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Transformers" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 2 & 3 - This year's Ribfest will be held August 2nd, noon-10:00p.m and August 3rd 11:00a.m.-4:00p.m. in the streets of downtown Muncie. Visit munciedowntown.com for vendor applications and more information.
August 8 - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from the Easy Leis and Tim VanCleave Improv Band Trio. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 8 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Spiderman 3" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 15th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from The Joan Hamilton Band. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 15 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Underdog" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 22nd - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Losing September. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 22 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Shrek the Third" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 27 - Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista, Pops Concert, featuring Muncie Symphony Orchestra (Free Admission)
August 29th- Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Ruined for Life. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
August 29th - Free Friday Night Movie - "The Game Plan" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street. ]
September 5 - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Mike Martin & Friends. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
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Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Gallery 308 Members Show Call for Entries
Gallery 308 invites you to participate in the 4th Annual Members Show. This non-juried exhibit is your opportunity to share your artistic endeavors. Non-members, or those whose contributions are not updated for 2008, may enter by joining at the level of their choice. (The minimum membership contribution is $35 for an individual or $20 for student membership.)
Pass on the word and help Gallery 308 grow! To become a member (if you are not one now), call the Gallery at 765-289-8575 or contact Sherry Powell at 765-282-0204 and ask for a membership form.
Specifications for Members Show:
Exhibitors must be current members of Gallery 308.
Maximum of 3 pieces per member.
The gallery will exhibit as much as the space will allow.
2D work, including frame, must not exceed 48" in any direction
nor 50 lbs.; and, must be wired for hanging.
3D work must not exceed 36" in any of its dimensions, nor 75 lbs.
All work must be labeled with the following information:
Title: Date: Media: Artist Name: Price/NFS
All work must be original and completed within the last 2 years.
All work must be exhibition ready.
All work must remain in the exhibition for its duration.
Gallery 308 reserves the right to photograph and reproduce images of exhibited work for publicity purposes.
Gallery 308 does not retain a commission from the sale of art and rely upon the kind donations from the artists that sell their work during or as a result of the exhibition.
Gallery 308 is a 501(c) (3) organization.
All contributions and donations are deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Dates to Remember about the Members' Show:
June 26th - 28th: Delivery of Artwork to the gallery - 2:30 to 5:00 PM
July 3rd - 24th - 4th Annual Members Show
Opening Reception July 5th - 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
July 25th & 26th
Pick up of work - 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Gallery 308 is a nonprofit art gallery located at 308 East Main, Muncie. To volunteer as a docent, to make a contribution to the Gallery, or for more general information, call 765-289-8575.
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Pass on the word and help Gallery 308 grow! To become a member (if you are not one now), call the Gallery at 765-289-8575 or contact Sherry Powell at 765-282-0204 and ask for a membership form.
Specifications for Members Show:
Exhibitors must be current members of Gallery 308.
Maximum of 3 pieces per member.
The gallery will exhibit as much as the space will allow.
2D work, including frame, must not exceed 48" in any direction
nor 50 lbs.; and, must be wired for hanging.
3D work must not exceed 36" in any of its dimensions, nor 75 lbs.
All work must be labeled with the following information:
Title: Date: Media: Artist Name: Price/NFS
All work must be original and completed within the last 2 years.
All work must be exhibition ready.
All work must remain in the exhibition for its duration.
Gallery 308 reserves the right to photograph and reproduce images of exhibited work for publicity purposes.
Gallery 308 does not retain a commission from the sale of art and rely upon the kind donations from the artists that sell their work during or as a result of the exhibition.
Gallery 308 is a 501(c) (3) organization.
All contributions and donations are deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Dates to Remember about the Members' Show:
June 26th - 28th: Delivery of Artwork to the gallery - 2:30 to 5:00 PM
July 3rd - 24th - 4th Annual Members Show
Opening Reception July 5th - 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
July 25th & 26th
Pick up of work - 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Gallery 308 is a nonprofit art gallery located at 308 East Main, Muncie. To volunteer as a docent, to make a contribution to the Gallery, or for more general information, call 765-289-8575.
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Monday, June 23, 2008
Minnetrista Summer Stage Fest Kicks Off Saturday with Andy Griggs
Join us to kick-off Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista with Country Music Star Andy Griggs, June 28 at 7:30 p.m. Griggs has found numerous successes since his first album was released in 1999. Griggs has graced the Billboard Country Charts with Top 10 hits such as, "You Won't Ever Be Lonely," "I'll Go Crazy," and "She's More." A close friend of the late Waylon Jennings, the two recorded a duet together on the same album; You Won't Ever Be Lonely, which was certified gold in 2000. Griggs is now with Montage Music Group, where he recently released The Good Life in May of 2008.
Admission is just $5 for adults 18 and over. Admission is free for children under the age of 18.
Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista will also include three FREE concerts:
July 4 at 8:30 p.m.
Patriotic music with America's Hometown Band
August 1 - 2 at 7:30 p.m.
The Rodgers and Hammerstein classic, Oklahoma, presented by The Muncie Civic Theatre
August 27 at 7:30 p.m.
Pops Concert with Muncie Symphony Orchestra, led by Bohuslav Rattay
Grab your blankets, lawn chairs and picnic baskets and meet us at Minnetrista for Summer Stage Fest 2008! Parking is available at the Delaware County Fairgrounds.
For more information call (765) 282-4848, or visit www.minnetrista.net.
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Admission is just $5 for adults 18 and over. Admission is free for children under the age of 18.
Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista will also include three FREE concerts:
July 4 at 8:30 p.m.
Patriotic music with America's Hometown Band
August 1 - 2 at 7:30 p.m.
The Rodgers and Hammerstein classic, Oklahoma, presented by The Muncie Civic Theatre
August 27 at 7:30 p.m.
Pops Concert with Muncie Symphony Orchestra, led by Bohuslav Rattay
Grab your blankets, lawn chairs and picnic baskets and meet us at Minnetrista for Summer Stage Fest 2008! Parking is available at the Delaware County Fairgrounds.
For more information call (765) 282-4848, or visit www.minnetrista.net.
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No Downtown Business Council Meeting This Week
The meeting of the Downtown Business Council this week has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 23rd, at 3pm in the Star Press building conference room. Mayor Sharon McShurley will address the group about future plans for Downtown Muncie.
A "Meet the Members" mixer will follow from 4:30 to 6:30pm at White River Landing.
For more information on Muncie Downtown Business Council, visit www.munciedowntown.com/DBC.
A "Meet the Members" mixer will follow from 4:30 to 6:30pm at White River Landing.
For more information on Muncie Downtown Business Council, visit www.munciedowntown.com/DBC.
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Upcoming Events at Doc's Music Hall
Mark your calendars for the upcoming concerts at Doc's Music Hall - Shooter Jennings June 29th, Unknown Hinson on July 11th, and David Allan Coe on July 25th. Stay tuned to docsmusichall.com for information on these and future national touring acts.
Wednesday, June 18th will feature all original roots jam rock rebel music with Vegetation & MC Sparkplug.
>From their Myspace Page:
Vegitation was formed in Ocean Beach, California, in 2002 by a like minded group of people joining in one mission...to make life better. The band brings positive music with a powerful message and universal appeal to the world. Vegitation's sound is roots reggae mixed with classic rock, blues, and pop, put together to create their own unique, original sound that transcends ages and musical tastes. When you are a part of a live show, you are part of a movement and a family. Vegitation has put out three full length cds and is currently working on their fourth with new drummer Ishmael the Peacemaker.
Ishmael the Peacemaker has been playing reggae music for more than 40 years. Ishmael has put out three of his own cds and has just released 'Gracious Gorilla', his fourth. He has been spreading his words throughout the world and is extremely excited about this merger.
Vegitation has new strength and is currently booking shows worldwide. Be a part of the movement. Let the music bring you peace and the beats move your feet. Vegitation has become a must see act around the country. Vegitation has shared the stage with The Wailers, Michael Franti & Spearhead, The Skatalites, Wailing Souls, The Abyssinians, Ozomatli, John Brown's Body, Giant Panda Guerrilla Dub Squad, Midnite, Yonder Mountain String Band, Steve Kimock, Karl Denson, Cake, Barrington Levy, Tea Leaf Green, Blue Turtle Seduction, Brett Dennen, Fishbone, Eek-a-Mouse, Ras Michael, B-Side Players, Sister Carol, the Itals, and many other international acts. Be a part of the revolution. Let the music bring you peace.
Drink & Food Specials:
$2 Well Whisky
$5 Pitchers
$2 Loaded Fries
Music starts 10pm
Thursday, June 19th * SPIRITUAL REZ
SPIRITUAL REZ (Reggae, Funk, Afro Beat)
>From Their Myspace Page:
SPIRITUAL REZ is a 7-piece reggae horn funk dance party that has been tirelessly touring the country while commanding an extremely unique and high energy sound. Since 2003, the band has shared the stage with internationally touring acts such as Culture, Gregory Isaacs, Jimmy Buffett, Israel Vibration, Buju Banton and Jamaican Legends The Skatalites. They have also been lucky enough to play shows featuring Bernie Worrell (founding Parliamant Funkadelic member and keys for the Talking Heads) ..boards. Their EP, RISING IN THE EAST was released independantly in 2006 and the band plans a live album in the summer.
DRINK AND FOOD SPECIALS:
$1 PBR
1/2 PRICED 3 OLIVE MARTINIS
$2.50 CALZONES
Friday, JUNE 20th * NINEPIN & Solumun Grundy
NINEPIN (Metal)
>From their Myspace Page:
NINEPIN IS A HARD DRIVEN ALTERNATIVE ROCK BAND FROM CENTRAL INDIANA READY TO MAKE THEIR MARK ON THE ROCK N ROLL CIRCUIT.....CATCH US AT A SHOW NEAR YOU......BE READY TO PARTY!!
Solumun Grundy (Metal, Alternative)
>From their Myspace Page:
A stoner rock all original band on the road to and indie label. Alternative music with thought provoking and sexually explicite lyrics this band is your ticket to a good time. Check out our newest CD, Songs for Strippers!
DRINK AND FOOD SPECIALS:
$2 IMPORT BOTTLES
$2 BURGER W/ ONE FREE PUB PICKLE
MUSIC STARTS @ 8PM WITH DOC PETERSON & FRIENDS
$5 COVER
Saturday, JUNE 21st * BOHO PAISLEY, THE NEVERBEENS & Nyx Redemption
Boho Paisley (Rock, Funk, Alternative)
>From their Myspace Page:
Boho Paisley is an original rock experience from Chicago consisting of Mike, Ryan, Justin, and Ed. You can't keep our sound in a box, but if you tried, it would turn into multiple parts to form a funk, rock, alternative, jam sandwich, and then you'd eat that sandwich....and it would be awesome.
The Neverbeens (Indie, Folk)
>From their Myspace Page:
The Neverbeens were formed in the winter of 2006, when Steve Ferrara and Tali Hersh, two established New York singer-songwriters, crossed paths at a Brooklyn open mic. Today, The Neverbeens are a 4 piece, Brooklyn based, inde band of multi-instrumentalist. A show of their's could possibly include guitar, piano, mandolin, trumpet, vocals, percussion, harmonica, electric bass and drums. A set will travel through sweet melodic whispers to a neurotic crashes of rhythm and soul. Their influences come from a variety of artists and musical styles some of which are Suzanne Vega, Bright Eyes, Joseph Arthur and Cat Power. When in their NYC home, The Neverbeens perform at various venues including: Mercury Lounge, Knitting Factory, Sidewalk Caf?, and Europa. They have also performed throughout Western Europe and North Eastern America. They released a self titled EP in February 2007. The Neverbeens are currently touring the US in support of their first full album Straightline released September 2007.
Nyx Redemption (Rock, Blues)
Ashley Grey's new band from Muncie!
DRINK AND FOOD SPECIALS:
$1 LONG ISLANDS
PENNY PITCHERS OF PBR UNTIL THE BAND STARTS
$5 HOMEMADE CHEESE PIZZAS
MUSIC STARTS 9PM
$5 COVER
Sunday, June 8th- Trivia Night
The weekly battle of wit and cunning where egos are crushed and legends are born continues this Sunday with Doc's Trivia Night. It's absolutely free to play, and the winning team gets a $50 bar tab. But remember that teams have to be ready to play at 9pm sharp!
Drink and Food Specials:
$1.00 Pints w/ FM Mug
$10.00 Cheese Pizza & your choice of Pitcher
$2.50 Wraps
And as always, you can check out our calendar of events, food and drink menus, printable coupons, pictures, and videos on www.DocsMusicHall.com.
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Wednesday, June 18th will feature all original roots jam rock rebel music with Vegetation & MC Sparkplug.
>From their Myspace Page:
Vegitation was formed in Ocean Beach, California, in 2002 by a like minded group of people joining in one mission...to make life better. The band brings positive music with a powerful message and universal appeal to the world. Vegitation's sound is roots reggae mixed with classic rock, blues, and pop, put together to create their own unique, original sound that transcends ages and musical tastes. When you are a part of a live show, you are part of a movement and a family. Vegitation has put out three full length cds and is currently working on their fourth with new drummer Ishmael the Peacemaker.
Ishmael the Peacemaker has been playing reggae music for more than 40 years. Ishmael has put out three of his own cds and has just released 'Gracious Gorilla', his fourth. He has been spreading his words throughout the world and is extremely excited about this merger.
Vegitation has new strength and is currently booking shows worldwide. Be a part of the movement. Let the music bring you peace and the beats move your feet. Vegitation has become a must see act around the country. Vegitation has shared the stage with The Wailers, Michael Franti & Spearhead, The Skatalites, Wailing Souls, The Abyssinians, Ozomatli, John Brown's Body, Giant Panda Guerrilla Dub Squad, Midnite, Yonder Mountain String Band, Steve Kimock, Karl Denson, Cake, Barrington Levy, Tea Leaf Green, Blue Turtle Seduction, Brett Dennen, Fishbone, Eek-a-Mouse, Ras Michael, B-Side Players, Sister Carol, the Itals, and many other international acts. Be a part of the revolution. Let the music bring you peace.
Drink & Food Specials:
$2 Well Whisky
$5 Pitchers
$2 Loaded Fries
Music starts 10pm
Thursday, June 19th * SPIRITUAL REZ
SPIRITUAL REZ (Reggae, Funk, Afro Beat)
>From Their Myspace Page:
SPIRITUAL REZ is a 7-piece reggae horn funk dance party that has been tirelessly touring the country while commanding an extremely unique and high energy sound. Since 2003, the band has shared the stage with internationally touring acts such as Culture, Gregory Isaacs, Jimmy Buffett, Israel Vibration, Buju Banton and Jamaican Legends The Skatalites. They have also been lucky enough to play shows featuring Bernie Worrell (founding Parliamant Funkadelic member and keys for the Talking Heads) ..boards. Their EP, RISING IN THE EAST was released independantly in 2006 and the band plans a live album in the summer.
DRINK AND FOOD SPECIALS:
$1 PBR
1/2 PRICED 3 OLIVE MARTINIS
$2.50 CALZONES
Friday, JUNE 20th * NINEPIN & Solumun Grundy
NINEPIN (Metal)
>From their Myspace Page:
NINEPIN IS A HARD DRIVEN ALTERNATIVE ROCK BAND FROM CENTRAL INDIANA READY TO MAKE THEIR MARK ON THE ROCK N ROLL CIRCUIT.....CATCH US AT A SHOW NEAR YOU......BE READY TO PARTY!!
Solumun Grundy (Metal, Alternative)
>From their Myspace Page:
A stoner rock all original band on the road to and indie label. Alternative music with thought provoking and sexually explicite lyrics this band is your ticket to a good time. Check out our newest CD, Songs for Strippers!
DRINK AND FOOD SPECIALS:
$2 IMPORT BOTTLES
$2 BURGER W/ ONE FREE PUB PICKLE
MUSIC STARTS @ 8PM WITH DOC PETERSON & FRIENDS
$5 COVER
Saturday, JUNE 21st * BOHO PAISLEY, THE NEVERBEENS & Nyx Redemption
Boho Paisley (Rock, Funk, Alternative)
>From their Myspace Page:
Boho Paisley is an original rock experience from Chicago consisting of Mike, Ryan, Justin, and Ed. You can't keep our sound in a box, but if you tried, it would turn into multiple parts to form a funk, rock, alternative, jam sandwich, and then you'd eat that sandwich....and it would be awesome.
The Neverbeens (Indie, Folk)
>From their Myspace Page:
The Neverbeens were formed in the winter of 2006, when Steve Ferrara and Tali Hersh, two established New York singer-songwriters, crossed paths at a Brooklyn open mic. Today, The Neverbeens are a 4 piece, Brooklyn based, inde band of multi-instrumentalist. A show of their's could possibly include guitar, piano, mandolin, trumpet, vocals, percussion, harmonica, electric bass and drums. A set will travel through sweet melodic whispers to a neurotic crashes of rhythm and soul. Their influences come from a variety of artists and musical styles some of which are Suzanne Vega, Bright Eyes, Joseph Arthur and Cat Power. When in their NYC home, The Neverbeens perform at various venues including: Mercury Lounge, Knitting Factory, Sidewalk Caf?, and Europa. They have also performed throughout Western Europe and North Eastern America. They released a self titled EP in February 2007. The Neverbeens are currently touring the US in support of their first full album Straightline released September 2007.
Nyx Redemption (Rock, Blues)
Ashley Grey's new band from Muncie!
DRINK AND FOOD SPECIALS:
$1 LONG ISLANDS
PENNY PITCHERS OF PBR UNTIL THE BAND STARTS
$5 HOMEMADE CHEESE PIZZAS
MUSIC STARTS 9PM
$5 COVER
Sunday, June 8th- Trivia Night
The weekly battle of wit and cunning where egos are crushed and legends are born continues this Sunday with Doc's Trivia Night. It's absolutely free to play, and the winning team gets a $50 bar tab. But remember that teams have to be ready to play at 9pm sharp!
Drink and Food Specials:
$1.00 Pints w/ FM Mug
$10.00 Cheese Pizza & your choice of Pitcher
$2.50 Wraps
And as always, you can check out our calendar of events, food and drink menus, printable coupons, pictures, and videos on www.DocsMusicHall.com.
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Thursday, June 12, 2008
Weekly Downtown E-News 6/12/08
News Announcements: Get down to the Greenway this weekend! Sign up for the "Run for the Season" 10K Run/5KWalk on Saturday. Click here for details. Or Take Dad to the Depot on Sunday, and celebrate Father's Day with free root beer floats. Details here.
Cornerstone Center for the Arts has reopened our newly renovated Art Gallery on the 2nd floor in an effort to nurture the growing art community in Muncie and surrounding areas. The first exhibit, "Artwork of a Muncie Youth", will showcase the artwork of David Freeman, winner of the 2nd Annual Cornerstone Art Show. The opening reception is tonight, Thursday, June 12th at 6:00pm. The show will be on display until July 15th.Read More...
Do you like Muncie's parks? Do think Muncie's parks are lacking? Do you have ideas about Muncie's parks that would help them be better? Please share your opinions concerning Muncie parks & recreation by taking the time to answer a survey for Muncie's 5 year Park & Recreation Master Plan. This survey is a rare opportunity to provide input for a plan that will help shape our parks (which also influences the character of our city). Click Here to take survey.
Read More Downtown News at MuncieDowntown.com
JUNE EVENTS
9th thru 13th - Indiana Safari Summer Camp at Muncie Childrens Museum. Call the museum for details 286-1660.
12th - Cornerstone opens its art gallery with "Artwork of a Muncie Youth." An opening reception is Thursday, June 12th at 6:00pm and the show will be on display until July 15th.
12th - Bluegrass Bash featuring Special ed and the Short Bus at Doc's Music Hall, 9pm. Visit www.docsmusichall.com for info.
12th - Community Center for Vital Aging, meetings held at Cornerstone Center for the Arts: Stretch to Strength 11:00am-12:00pm Free.
13th Community Center for Vital Aging, meetings held at Cornerstone Center for the Arts: TRIAD Meeting 10-11am, open to the general public.
13h Community Center for Vital Aging, meetings held at Cornerstone Center for the Arts: Brown Bag Lunch and a Movie.
13th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from John Allen. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
13th - Free Friday Night Movie - "Step Up to the Street" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South WWalnut Street.
14th - Cardinal Greenway is hosting the 2nd Annual Run for the Season 10K Run/5KWalk on Saturday, June 14, 2008 with a start time of 7:30 a.m.
14th - Garden Trough Workshop at Minnetrista Saturday, June 14 from 9am to noon, interactive workshop led by members of the Delaware County Master Gardeners. Registration deadline: Tuesday, June 10.
14th - Muncie Ballet Registration Saturday, June 14th @ MSO Symophony on the Green, Ball State Arts Terrace 4:30-8:30. Sign up for ballet classes available for children age 3 and older. Classical dance, music and performances for children. 08-09 season performances include the The Children's Nutcracker and Alice in Wonderland. Information: www.MuncieBallet.org or call 765-282-1480.
15th - FATHER'S DAY
15th - Free Floats for Father's Day at Wysor Street Depot from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Free root beer floats for all. While you are there learn about Depot history, check out our free cruiser bikes or just enjoy bonding time while strolling down the Greenway.For more information, contact Cardinal Greenway, Inc. at 765-287-0399 or on the web at www.cardinalgreenways.org.
16th - Summer classes at Cornerstone Center for the Arts begin June 16th. Register at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E. Main St. or online at www.cornerstonearts.org
16-20th - Summer Art Camps for 6-8 year olds at the Art Mart, 9am-noon. Contact the Art Mart at 284-2919 or the Artist Within at 289-7895 for more information or to enroll in camp.
17th - Community Center for Vital Aging, meetings held at Cornerstone Center for the Arts: Taste of India 6:30-8:00pm.
17th - Richard Julian and Micah Dalton will be performing at Doc's Music Hall. Visit www.docsmusichall.com for info.
18th - Community Center for Vital Aging, meetings held at Cornerstone Center for the Arts: Creative Retirement 6:30-8:00pm
19th - Three members of Ball State's Department of Architecture faculty, Joseph C. Blalock, Jr., Lohren Deeg, and Brian Hollars, will present the program for Gallery 308's Living Art series on Thursday, June 19, at 7 p.m. They will discuss Muncie Triptych in detail. Public policy makers, community leaders, and everyone who cares about Muncie should plan to attend the free presentation.
20th - Community Center for Vital Aging, meetings held at Cornerstone Center for the Arts: Make it and Take it Craft Session 10-11:30am $8.00 per person
20th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from The Good Buzz and a jazz trio. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
20th - Free Friday Night Movie - "High School Musical 2" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
23rd - Community Center for Vital Aging, meetings held at Cornerstone Center for the Arts: Decorating: A Simple Solution 6:30-8:00pm
23 thru 27th - ARTBeat! Summer Camp at Muncie Childrens Museum. Call the museum for details 286-1660.
23 thru 27th- Summer Art Camps for 6-8 year olds Clay Camp, 9am-noon at the Artist Within. Contact the Art Mart at 284-2919 or the Artist Within at 289-7895 for more information or to enroll in camp.
24th - Community Center for Vital Aging, meetings held at Cornerstone Center for the Arts: Oh My Aching Back 6:30-8:00pm FREE
25th - Community Center for Vital Aging, meetings held at Cornerstone Center for the Arts: Creative Retirement 6:30-8:00pm
25th - Muncie Downtown Business Council meets at 3pm at the Star Press Building's conference room. You do not need to be a member to attend the meetings, but membership is encouraged.
26th - Thought Criminals: Kerry White and Dan Tessitore with MC Vinnie Landfert at Centerstage. Show @ 8 pm. doors @ 7pm. Tickets available @ the Heorot or Alter Ego Comics.
26th - Community Center for Vital Aging, meetings held at Cornerstone Center for the Arts: A Healthy Way to Eat Sweets 6:30-8:00. A small fee will be charged.
27th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Mike Martin & Friends. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
27th - Free Friday Night Movie - "Enchanted" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South WWalnut Street.
27th - After 5 at Minnetrista - Rock On! from 6-9 p.m. Be a Rock Star! Play the "Rock Band" game on stage while your fans enjoy the show on our large projection screen. Rock stars will enjoy a cash bar, food, and two exhibits featuring music. Registration deadline: Monday, June 23. Call (765) 213-3549.
28th - Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista, country concert, featuring Andy Griggs, 7:30pm.
28th - Free Family Saturday at Muncie Children's Museum. On the last Saturday of every month the Museum offers free admission all day, from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
28th - Geo-Jam! at Minnetrista, 10am - 3pm. Join us for a day of rhythmic adventure, where geocaching and music collide! Visit www.minnetrista.net.
29th - Doc's Music Hall presents Shooter Jennings on Sunday, June 29th. Visit www.docsmusichall.com for more information.
29th - A free workshop performance of Those Killing Feares, a newly devised musical monodrama will be presented at Muncie Civic Theatre at 7:00pm. Admission is free, but donations are welcome to help "Save the Civic".
JUNE ONGOING
Through June - Artwork by Joshua Chatwin and Brie Thompson will be on exhibit at Blue Bottle Coffee Shop in June. Eric Ernstberger's artwork will be featured in July. If you have artwork you'd like to be displayed at Blue Bottle, please contact Lelly at 284-3630.
Through June - Artist Within will feature the collaborative work of Nick Carnes and Jason Bord. The collaborative paintings will be on display from June 3-28, 2008 with an artists' reception Thursday June 5th from 5-8pm.
Through June - exhibit at Artworks will be "Earth and Fire" featuring Sue Beach and Carol Burt. Their works will be on display June 5, 2008 through July 1, 2008, with an opening reception at First ThursdayJune 5 from 5 to 8pm.
Through June - exhibit at Gallery 308 will feature three members of Ball State's Department of Architecture faculty--Joseph C. Blalock, Jr., Lohren Deeg, and Brian Hollars. "Muncie Triptych: A Vision of Hope in Three Parts" will open June 5 with free public reception for the First Thursday opening from 5 to 8 p.m.
Through June - Gordy Fine Art and Framing exhibit: twelve members of the Indiana Plein Air Painters Association will be on exhibit. Opening reception on June 5th 5-8pm
Through July 10th - Guided tours of Downtown Muncue for the parents of BSU orientation students, Tuesdays through Thursdays, from 10:30 to 11:50am.
Through July 15th - Art gallery at Cornerstone features "Artwork of a Muncie Youth" by David Freeman, winner of the 2nd Annual Cornerstone Art Show.
June 16-Aug. 7th - Cornerstone Center for the Arts classes for youth and adults run June 16th-August 7th. This summer, more than 50 classes are offered in a variety of categories, such as dance, language, visual arts, music, Kindermusik, theater, and writing. Visit www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through August 31 - Recording History: The Grand Pianos and Diverse Sounds of Starr Gennett at Minnetrista. Visit www.minnetrista.net for info.
Through Sept. 7 - Wild Music: Sounds & Songs of Life at Minnetrista, May 31 - September 7. Visit www.minnetrista.net for info.
Through October - Minnetrista Farmers Market meets every Wednesday evening from 4pm until sold out, and every Saturday morning from 8am to noon. Featuring vegetables, fruits, flowers, eggs, honey, baked goods, meat, cheese and much more.
Every Monday - Jazz at the Fickle Peach features Ralph Johnson on drums, Paul Rhine on double-bass and flute, and Phil Cooley on Piano. They perform every Monday night from 9 to 11.
Daily at Minnetrista--Historical House Tours at 11, 1 and 3pm
Daily at Minnetrista--The Minnetrista Story 2pm
Daily at Minnetrista--Nature & Garden Fun at 4pm
LOOKING AHEAD...
July 2nd - Muncie on the Move at theHorizon Convention Center. Doors open at 6:45 a.m.for a buffet style breakfast. The program begins at 7:30 a.m.
July 3rd - First Thursday in Downtown Muncie from 5 to 8pm. All the art galleries open their monthly exhibits with meet-the-artists receptions.
July 4th - Fireworks and Minnetrista Summer Stage Fest with patriotic music, featuring America's Hometown Band, 8:30pm.
July 7 thru 11th - Incredible Edible Science Summer Camp at Muncie Childrens Museum. Call the museum for details 286-1660.
July 7 thru 11th- Summer Art Camps for 9-12 year olds at the Art Mart, 9am-noon. Contact the Art Mart at 284-2919 or the Artist Within at 289-7895 for more information or to enroll in camp.
July 11th - Free Friday Night Movie - "Hairspray" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South WWalnut Street.
July 11th - Unknown Hinson, "King of Country & Western Troubadours," at Doc's Music Hall. www.unknownhinson.com.
July 11 & 12 - Faeries, Sprites and Lights at Minnetrista Oakhurst Gardens, 6 " 9 p.m.
July 14 thru 18th- Summer Art Camps for 9-12 year olds Clay Camp, 9am-noon at the Artist Within. Contact the Art Mart at 284-2919 or the Artist Within at 289-7895 for more information or to enroll in camp.
July 18 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Surf's Up" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
July 21 thru 25th - Blast Off: A Trip to the Sky Summer Camp at Muncie Childrens Museum. Call the museum for details 286-1660.
July 25 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Daddy Day Camp" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
July 25 - David Allan Coe returns to Doc's Music Hall. 21+ Visit www.docsmusichall.com for info.
July 25 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Daddy Day Camp" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 1 - Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista, featuring Oklahoma!, presented by Muncie Civic Theatre (Free Admission).
August 1 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Transformers" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 2 & 3 - This year's Ribfest will be held August 2nd, noon-10:00p.m and August 3rd 11:00a.m.-4:00p.m. in the streets of downtown Muncie. Visit munciedowntown.com for vendor applications and more information.
August 8 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Spiderman 3" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 15 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Underdog" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 22 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Shrek the Third" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 27 - Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista, Pops Concert, featuring Muncie Symphony Orchestra (Free Admission)
August 29th - Free Friday Night Movie - "The Game Plan" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
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JUNE EVENTS
9th thru 13th - Indiana Safari Summer Camp at Muncie Childrens Museum. Call the museum for details 286-1660.
12th - Cornerstone opens its art gallery with "Artwork of a Muncie Youth." An opening reception is Thursday, June 12th at 6:00pm and the show will be on display until July 15th.
12th - Bluegrass Bash featuring Special ed and the Short Bus at Doc's Music Hall, 9pm. Visit www.docsmusichall.com for info.
12th - Community Center for Vital Aging, meetings held at Cornerstone Center for the Arts: Stretch to Strength 11:00am-12:00pm Free.
13th Community Center for Vital Aging, meetings held at Cornerstone Center for the Arts: TRIAD Meeting 10-11am, open to the general public.
13h Community Center for Vital Aging, meetings held at Cornerstone Center for the Arts: Brown Bag Lunch and a Movie.
13th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from John Allen. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
13th - Free Friday Night Movie - "Step Up to the Street" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South WWalnut Street.
14th - Cardinal Greenway is hosting the 2nd Annual Run for the Season 10K Run/5KWalk on Saturday, June 14, 2008 with a start time of 7:30 a.m.
14th - Garden Trough Workshop at Minnetrista Saturday, June 14 from 9am to noon, interactive workshop led by members of the Delaware County Master Gardeners. Registration deadline: Tuesday, June 10.
14th - Muncie Ballet Registration Saturday, June 14th @ MSO Symophony on the Green, Ball State Arts Terrace 4:30-8:30. Sign up for ballet classes available for children age 3 and older. Classical dance, music and performances for children. 08-09 season performances include the The Children's Nutcracker and Alice in Wonderland. Information: www.MuncieBallet.org or call 765-282-1480.
15th - FATHER'S DAY
15th - Free Floats for Father's Day at Wysor Street Depot from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Free root beer floats for all. While you are there learn about Depot history, check out our free cruiser bikes or just enjoy bonding time while strolling down the Greenway.For more information, contact Cardinal Greenway, Inc. at 765-287-0399 or on the web at www.cardinalgreenways.org.
16th - Summer classes at Cornerstone Center for the Arts begin June 16th. Register at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E. Main St. or online at www.cornerstonearts.org
16-20th - Summer Art Camps for 6-8 year olds at the Art Mart, 9am-noon. Contact the Art Mart at 284-2919 or the Artist Within at 289-7895 for more information or to enroll in camp.
17th - Community Center for Vital Aging, meetings held at Cornerstone Center for the Arts: Taste of India 6:30-8:00pm.
17th - Richard Julian and Micah Dalton will be performing at Doc's Music Hall. Visit www.docsmusichall.com for info.
18th - Community Center for Vital Aging, meetings held at Cornerstone Center for the Arts: Creative Retirement 6:30-8:00pm
19th - Three members of Ball State's Department of Architecture faculty, Joseph C. Blalock, Jr., Lohren Deeg, and Brian Hollars, will present the program for Gallery 308's Living Art series on Thursday, June 19, at 7 p.m. They will discuss Muncie Triptych in detail. Public policy makers, community leaders, and everyone who cares about Muncie should plan to attend the free presentation.
20th - Community Center for Vital Aging, meetings held at Cornerstone Center for the Arts: Make it and Take it Craft Session 10-11:30am $8.00 per person
20th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from The Good Buzz and a jazz trio. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
20th - Free Friday Night Movie - "High School Musical 2" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
23rd - Community Center for Vital Aging, meetings held at Cornerstone Center for the Arts: Decorating: A Simple Solution 6:30-8:00pm
23 thru 27th - ARTBeat! Summer Camp at Muncie Childrens Museum. Call the museum for details 286-1660.
23 thru 27th- Summer Art Camps for 6-8 year olds Clay Camp, 9am-noon at the Artist Within. Contact the Art Mart at 284-2919 or the Artist Within at 289-7895 for more information or to enroll in camp.
24th - Community Center for Vital Aging, meetings held at Cornerstone Center for the Arts: Oh My Aching Back 6:30-8:00pm FREE
25th - Community Center for Vital Aging, meetings held at Cornerstone Center for the Arts: Creative Retirement 6:30-8:00pm
25th - Muncie Downtown Business Council meets at 3pm at the Star Press Building's conference room. You do not need to be a member to attend the meetings, but membership is encouraged.
26th - Thought Criminals: Kerry White and Dan Tessitore with MC Vinnie Landfert at Centerstage. Show @ 8 pm. doors @ 7pm. Tickets available @ the Heorot or Alter Ego Comics.
26th - Community Center for Vital Aging, meetings held at Cornerstone Center for the Arts: A Healthy Way to Eat Sweets 6:30-8:00. A small fee will be charged.
27th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Mike Martin & Friends. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle.
27th - Free Friday Night Movie - "Enchanted" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South WWalnut Street.
27th - After 5 at Minnetrista - Rock On! from 6-9 p.m. Be a Rock Star! Play the "Rock Band" game on stage while your fans enjoy the show on our large projection screen. Rock stars will enjoy a cash bar, food, and two exhibits featuring music. Registration deadline: Monday, June 23. Call (765) 213-3549.
28th - Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista, country concert, featuring Andy Griggs, 7:30pm.
28th - Free Family Saturday at Muncie Children's Museum. On the last Saturday of every month the Museum offers free admission all day, from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
28th - Geo-Jam! at Minnetrista, 10am - 3pm. Join us for a day of rhythmic adventure, where geocaching and music collide! Visit www.minnetrista.net.
29th - Doc's Music Hall presents Shooter Jennings on Sunday, June 29th. Visit www.docsmusichall.com for more information.
29th - A free workshop performance of Those Killing Feares, a newly devised musical monodrama will be presented at Muncie Civic Theatre at 7:00pm. Admission is free, but donations are welcome to help "Save the Civic".
JUNE ONGOING
Through June - Artwork by Joshua Chatwin and Brie Thompson will be on exhibit at Blue Bottle Coffee Shop in June. Eric Ernstberger's artwork will be featured in July. If you have artwork you'd like to be displayed at Blue Bottle, please contact Lelly at 284-3630.
Through June - Artist Within will feature the collaborative work of Nick Carnes and Jason Bord. The collaborative paintings will be on display from June 3-28, 2008 with an artists' reception Thursday June 5th from 5-8pm.
Through June - exhibit at Artworks will be "Earth and Fire" featuring Sue Beach and Carol Burt. Their works will be on display June 5, 2008 through July 1, 2008, with an opening reception at First ThursdayJune 5 from 5 to 8pm.
Through June - exhibit at Gallery 308 will feature three members of Ball State's Department of Architecture faculty--Joseph C. Blalock, Jr., Lohren Deeg, and Brian Hollars. "Muncie Triptych: A Vision of Hope in Three Parts" will open June 5 with free public reception for the First Thursday opening from 5 to 8 p.m.
Through June - Gordy Fine Art and Framing exhibit: twelve members of the Indiana Plein Air Painters Association will be on exhibit. Opening reception on June 5th 5-8pm
Through July 10th - Guided tours of Downtown Muncue for the parents of BSU orientation students, Tuesdays through Thursdays, from 10:30 to 11:50am.
Through July 15th - Art gallery at Cornerstone features "Artwork of a Muncie Youth" by David Freeman, winner of the 2nd Annual Cornerstone Art Show.
June 16-Aug. 7th - Cornerstone Center for the Arts classes for youth and adults run June 16th-August 7th. This summer, more than 50 classes are offered in a variety of categories, such as dance, language, visual arts, music, Kindermusik, theater, and writing. Visit www.cornerstonearts.org.
Through August 31 - Recording History: The Grand Pianos and Diverse Sounds of Starr Gennett at Minnetrista. Visit www.minnetrista.net for info.
Through Sept. 7 - Wild Music: Sounds & Songs of Life at Minnetrista, May 31 - September 7. Visit www.minnetrista.net for info.
Through October - Minnetrista Farmers Market meets every Wednesday evening from 4pm until sold out, and every Saturday morning from 8am to noon. Featuring vegetables, fruits, flowers, eggs, honey, baked goods, meat, cheese and much more.
Every Monday - Jazz at the Fickle Peach features Ralph Johnson on drums, Paul Rhine on double-bass and flute, and Phil Cooley on Piano. They perform every Monday night from 9 to 11.
Daily at Minnetrista--Historical House Tours at 11, 1 and 3pm
Daily at Minnetrista--The Minnetrista Story 2pm
Daily at Minnetrista--Nature & Garden Fun at 4pm
LOOKING AHEAD...
July 2nd - Muncie on the Move at theHorizon Convention Center. Doors open at 6:45 a.m.for a buffet style breakfast. The program begins at 7:30 a.m.
July 3rd - First Thursday in Downtown Muncie from 5 to 8pm. All the art galleries open their monthly exhibits with meet-the-artists receptions.
July 4th - Fireworks and Minnetrista Summer Stage Fest with patriotic music, featuring America's Hometown Band, 8:30pm.
July 7 thru 11th - Incredible Edible Science Summer Camp at Muncie Childrens Museum. Call the museum for details 286-1660.
July 7 thru 11th- Summer Art Camps for 9-12 year olds at the Art Mart, 9am-noon. Contact the Art Mart at 284-2919 or the Artist Within at 289-7895 for more information or to enroll in camp.
July 11th - Free Friday Night Movie - "Hairspray" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South WWalnut Street.
July 11th - Unknown Hinson, "King of Country & Western Troubadours," at Doc's Music Hall. www.unknownhinson.com.
July 11 & 12 - Faeries, Sprites and Lights at Minnetrista Oakhurst Gardens, 6 " 9 p.m.
July 14 thru 18th- Summer Art Camps for 9-12 year olds Clay Camp, 9am-noon at the Artist Within. Contact the Art Mart at 284-2919 or the Artist Within at 289-7895 for more information or to enroll in camp.
July 18 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Surf's Up" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
July 21 thru 25th - Blast Off: A Trip to the Sky Summer Camp at Muncie Childrens Museum. Call the museum for details 286-1660.
July 25 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Daddy Day Camp" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
July 25 - David Allan Coe returns to Doc's Music Hall. 21+ Visit www.docsmusichall.com for info.
July 25 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Daddy Day Camp" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 1 - Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista, featuring Oklahoma!, presented by Muncie Civic Theatre (Free Admission).
August 1 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Transformers" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 2 & 3 - This year's Ribfest will be held August 2nd, noon-10:00p.m and August 3rd 11:00a.m.-4:00p.m. in the streets of downtown Muncie. Visit munciedowntown.com for vendor applications and more information.
August 8 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Spiderman 3" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 15 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Underdog" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 22 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Shrek the Third" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
August 27 - Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista, Pops Concert, featuring Muncie Symphony Orchestra (Free Admission)
August 29th - Free Friday Night Movie - "The Game Plan" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street.
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Farmers Market at Minnetrista is Open for the Season
Find organic and locally grown products from over 40 vendors at the Farmers Market at Minnetrista The market is open on Saturdays, 8 a.m. - noon; and Wednesdays, 4 - 6 p.m., from June through October.
Shop at the Farmers Market for o Offerings include:
* Meat - Bison, pork, sausage, lamb, steak and more
* Cheese - Goat cheese, herbed, cheddar
* Coffee - coffee, teas, espresso drinks & fresh roasted whole beans from Compulsion Coffee.
* Baked goods - cakes, pies, cookies, sweet bread, dill bread, apple dumplings, and more!
* Fruits & Vegetables - a wide variety of seasonal produce
* Honey - local honey, beeswax products
* Honey Wine & Hard Cider- from New Day Meadery
* Plants - hanging baskets, potted plants, annuals, perennials
* Flowers - fresh cut flowers and arrangements
* Herbs - pots and fresh cut
* And much more!
Enjoy free Cooking Demonstrations on the last Saturday of every month. Chefs from the American Culinary Federation prepare recipes you can sample using fresh Farmers Market products.
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
Shop at the Farmers Market for o Offerings include:
* Meat - Bison, pork, sausage, lamb, steak and more
* Cheese - Goat cheese, herbed, cheddar
* Coffee - coffee, teas, espresso drinks & fresh roasted whole beans from Compulsion Coffee.
* Baked goods - cakes, pies, cookies, sweet bread, dill bread, apple dumplings, and more!
* Fruits & Vegetables - a wide variety of seasonal produce
* Honey - local honey, beeswax products
* Honey Wine & Hard Cider- from New Day Meadery
* Plants - hanging baskets, potted plants, annuals, perennials
* Flowers - fresh cut flowers and arrangements
* Herbs - pots and fresh cut
* And much more!
Enjoy free Cooking Demonstrations on the last Saturday of every month. Chefs from the American Culinary Federation prepare recipes you can sample using fresh Farmers Market products.
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Free Float for Father's Day at the Depot
Take Dad to the Depot and celebrate Father’s Day with free root beer floats for all. Stop by the Wysor Street Depot from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for your free float. While you are there learn about Depot history, check out our free cruiser bikes or just enjoy bonding time while strolling down the Greenway.
For more information, contact Cardinal Greenway, Inc. at 765-287-0399 or on the web at www.cardinalgreenways.org.
For more information, contact Cardinal Greenway, Inc. at 765-287-0399 or on the web at www.cardinalgreenways.org.
Cardinal Greenways Run for the Season 10K Run/5K Walk
Cardinal Greenway is hosting the 2nd Annual Run for the Season 10K Run/5K Walk on Saturday, June 14, 2008 with a start time of 7:30 a.m.
The event features a 10K competitive run and a non-competitive 5K walk. The entry fee is $15. Registration will be from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. Entry forms may be downloaded from www.cardinalgreenways.org or picked up at the Wysor Street Depot, the YMCA or Kirk’s Bike Shop.
Awards will be given for the 10K competitive run for 1st place male & female, 2nd place male & female, 3rd place male & female. Awards will also be given in 12 additional age divisions for both male & female.
The course will start and finish at the Historic Wysor Street Depot and travel along the paved Cardinal Greenway and White River Greenway as well as on the roads and dirt trails through McCulloch Park. Timers will be at each mile. NO PETS ALLOWED!
We hope you will join us for an opportunity to improve your health and enjoy the beginning of Summer while you run the Greenway.
For more information, contact Cardinal Greenway, Inc. at 765-287-0399 or visit www.cardinalgreenways.org
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
The event features a 10K competitive run and a non-competitive 5K walk. The entry fee is $15. Registration will be from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. Entry forms may be downloaded from www.cardinalgreenways.org or picked up at the Wysor Street Depot, the YMCA or Kirk’s Bike Shop.
Awards will be given for the 10K competitive run for 1st place male & female, 2nd place male & female, 3rd place male & female. Awards will also be given in 12 additional age divisions for both male & female.
The course will start and finish at the Historic Wysor Street Depot and travel along the paved Cardinal Greenway and White River Greenway as well as on the roads and dirt trails through McCulloch Park. Timers will be at each mile. NO PETS ALLOWED!
We hope you will join us for an opportunity to improve your health and enjoy the beginning of Summer while you run the Greenway.
For more information, contact Cardinal Greenway, Inc. at 765-287-0399 or visit www.cardinalgreenways.org
Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
Monday, June 09, 2008
A New Baroque Musical Monodrama Premiers at Muncie Civic Theatre
A free workshop performance of Those Killing Feares, a newly devised musical monodrama will be presented at Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 E. Main Street in Muncie, IN on Sunday, June 29, 2008 at 7:00pm. Admission is free, but donations are welcome to help "Save the Civic". For more information contact Julie Lyn Barber at 765-468-6153.
The production utilizes vocal music by the Baroque era English songwriter, Henry Purcell and dramatized selections from the three volume 17th century novel, Love-Letters Between a Noble Man and His Sister, by female author, Aphra Behn. The story centers on "Cynthia," the abandoned victim of a seducer and political traitor (her brother-in-law), now in hiding. Through Purcell's music and the contents of her letters, we learn the history of her relationship, her current situation, and her lover's fate as well as her own. The presentation is being developed for future presentation at Early Music Festivals and Chamber Music SeriesÎ. The audience will have the opportunity to offer feedback and discuss the performance with the performers immediately following the show.
Julie Lyn Barber, soprano, performs the role of "Cynthia." She holds a Masters degree in Opera and Music Theatre and is gaining recognition as an Early Music Specialist. She recently served as stage director for the Bloomington Early Music Festival's educational opera, Inside Scarlatti's 'Tigrane.' and last year, for Early Music Muncie's inaugural production of Dido and Aeneas. In 2004, she was the recipient of an Astral Career Grant from the National Foundation for the Advancement of the Arts to attend the prestigious Vancouver Early Music Festival's Baroque Vocal Workshop where she studied with Ellen Hargis. This year she was a finalist in the Bel Canto Regional Artist Competition where she earned praise for her pure tone and flexible upper range. Amy Riffle-Kouyeas, pianist, will accompany. Amy teaches piano at Arts Place in Portland, IN. She has a Master of Music degree in piano performance and piano pedagogy from West Virginia University. Amy also works part time at Taylor University and Ball State University as an accompanist and has served as pianist and music director for a number of theatrical productions. She is the musical director at First Presbyterian Church in Hartford City.
Henry Purcell (1659-1695) was the foremost composer of his day. He was organist at Westminster and wrote much music for theatrical performances in the newly developed concert scene in Restoration London. From 1690-1695 he wrote music for more than forty plays.
Aphra Behn (1640-1689) was one of the first professional female authors in England. She had worked for King Charles II as a spy during the Second Dutch War and endured debtor's prison before becoming a successful author of poetry, plays and novels. Her poetry made her famous in her time and only John DrydenÎs plays were produced more often. The source material for this production comes from her three volumes, Love-Letters Between a Noble-Man and his Sister (1684)), Love Letters From a Noble Man to his Sister (1685), and The Amours of Philander and Silvia (1687).
For more information, contact Julie Lyn Barber at 765-468-6153.
fPlease tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
The production utilizes vocal music by the Baroque era English songwriter, Henry Purcell and dramatized selections from the three volume 17th century novel, Love-Letters Between a Noble Man and His Sister, by female author, Aphra Behn. The story centers on "Cynthia," the abandoned victim of a seducer and political traitor (her brother-in-law), now in hiding. Through Purcell's music and the contents of her letters, we learn the history of her relationship, her current situation, and her lover's fate as well as her own. The presentation is being developed for future presentation at Early Music Festivals and Chamber Music SeriesÎ. The audience will have the opportunity to offer feedback and discuss the performance with the performers immediately following the show.
Julie Lyn Barber, soprano, performs the role of "Cynthia." She holds a Masters degree in Opera and Music Theatre and is gaining recognition as an Early Music Specialist. She recently served as stage director for the Bloomington Early Music Festival's educational opera, Inside Scarlatti's 'Tigrane.' and last year, for Early Music Muncie's inaugural production of Dido and Aeneas. In 2004, she was the recipient of an Astral Career Grant from the National Foundation for the Advancement of the Arts to attend the prestigious Vancouver Early Music Festival's Baroque Vocal Workshop where she studied with Ellen Hargis. This year she was a finalist in the Bel Canto Regional Artist Competition where she earned praise for her pure tone and flexible upper range. Amy Riffle-Kouyeas, pianist, will accompany. Amy teaches piano at Arts Place in Portland, IN. She has a Master of Music degree in piano performance and piano pedagogy from West Virginia University. Amy also works part time at Taylor University and Ball State University as an accompanist and has served as pianist and music director for a number of theatrical productions. She is the musical director at First Presbyterian Church in Hartford City.
Henry Purcell (1659-1695) was the foremost composer of his day. He was organist at Westminster and wrote much music for theatrical performances in the newly developed concert scene in Restoration London. From 1690-1695 he wrote music for more than forty plays.
Aphra Behn (1640-1689) was one of the first professional female authors in England. She had worked for King Charles II as a spy during the Second Dutch War and endured debtor's prison before becoming a successful author of poetry, plays and novels. Her poetry made her famous in her time and only John DrydenÎs plays were produced more often. The source material for this production comes from her three volumes, Love-Letters Between a Noble-Man and his Sister (1684)), Love Letters From a Noble Man to his Sister (1685), and The Amours of Philander and Silvia (1687).
For more information, contact Julie Lyn Barber at 765-468-6153.
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Saturday, June 07, 2008
Summer Classes at Cornerstone Begin June 16
Summer classes at Cornerstone Center for the Arts begin June 16th and there is still time to register!! Classes for infants, youth, and adults run June 16th-August 7th. This summer, more than 50 classes will be offered in a variety of categories, such as dance, language, visual arts, music, Kindermusik, and theatre. Classes are filling up fast, so donít miss your chance to participate in this fun and exciting arts program!
This past spring, enrollment in classes reached over 430 students. Class fees vary from $25.00 to $70.00 for the whole session and financial aid scholarships are available to those who qualify.
To register for a summer class, visit Cornerstone Center for the Arts at 520 E. Main St. Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or register online at www.cornerstonearts.org.
Classes begin June 16 and there is still time to register!
Register at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E. Main St. or online at www.cornerstonearts.org
Cost: Varies per class
For more information, call Cornerstone Center for the Arts at 765.281.9503 or visit www.cornerstonearts.org.
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This past spring, enrollment in classes reached over 430 students. Class fees vary from $25.00 to $70.00 for the whole session and financial aid scholarships are available to those who qualify.
To register for a summer class, visit Cornerstone Center for the Arts at 520 E. Main St. Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or register online at www.cornerstonearts.org.
Classes begin June 16 and there is still time to register!
Register at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E. Main St. or online at www.cornerstonearts.org
Cost: Varies per class
For more information, call Cornerstone Center for the Arts at 765.281.9503 or visit www.cornerstonearts.org.
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Friday, June 06, 2008
Free Admission to the Muncie Children's Museum in 2008
Throughout the year the Muncie Children's Museum offers dozens of free days with high hopes that the community will take advantage of them. During the first Friday of every month, from 3 - 7 p.m., come to the Museum to take part in Friends and Family Fun Nights. On the last Saturday of every month the Museum offers free admission all day, from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., during Free Family Saturdays.
2008 Friends and Family Fun Nights are underwritten by the Edmund F. & Virginia B. Ball Foundation:
Friday, June 6
Friday, July 11
Friday, August 1
Friday, September 5
Friday, October 3
Friday, November 7
Friday, December 5
The Muncie Sunrise Rotary Club and Muncie Noontime Rotary Club are underwriting the 2008 Family Saturday in June. Psi Iota Xi is underwriting Family Saturdays July through December of 2008.
Saturday, June 28
Saturday, July 5
Saturday, August 30
Saturday, September 27
Saturday, October 25
Saturday, November 29
Saturday, December 27
For more information about free days at the Muncie Children's Museum, call (765) 286-1660 or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
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The Muncie Children's Museum provides hands-on, educational and innovative learning. The Museum is located at 515 S. High St. Museum hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays and 1-5 p.m. Sundays. Admission is $6 a person ages 1-100.
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2008 Friends and Family Fun Nights are underwritten by the Edmund F. & Virginia B. Ball Foundation:
Friday, June 6
Friday, July 11
Friday, August 1
Friday, September 5
Friday, October 3
Friday, November 7
Friday, December 5
The Muncie Sunrise Rotary Club and Muncie Noontime Rotary Club are underwriting the 2008 Family Saturday in June. Psi Iota Xi is underwriting Family Saturdays July through December of 2008.
Saturday, June 28
Saturday, July 5
Saturday, August 30
Saturday, September 27
Saturday, October 25
Saturday, November 29
Saturday, December 27
For more information about free days at the Muncie Children's Museum, call (765) 286-1660 or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
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The Muncie Children's Museum provides hands-on, educational and innovative learning. The Museum is located at 515 S. High St. Museum hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays and 1-5 p.m. Sundays. Admission is $6 a person ages 1-100.
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