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December 2020
A MESSAGE FROM MUNCIECALENDAR.COM
With the coronavirus outbreak, many attractions and events have been cancelled and/or postponed in the Muncie area. The staff at the Muncie Visitors Bureau has been updating the MuncieCalendar.com website with these changes. We do ask that you check with the venue and/or event organizer before attending the events. www.munciecalendar.com
Find out more »Mission Aerospace
Public Admission: October 10–February 14, 2021 October 2–February 14 (Member Preview: October 2–9) Explore this interactive maze to learn about the history of flight, navigation, and NASA’s vision for the future! Experiment with thrust, lift, control surfaces and gyroscopes. Build rockets and paper airplanes, then test them for distance and air-dexterity. Launch your imagination and urge for learning at this out of this world exhibit!
Find out more »Karen’s Favorite Things
Located in our Center Building’s Heritage Gallery, will be a unique look at many of the wonderful and curious items from the Minnetrista Heritage Collection. The exhibit was curated by Karen Vincent, who will celebrate her retirement in 2021 after more than 3 decades of service across the institution.
Find out more »Enchanted Luminaria Walk
Enchanted Luminaria Walk at Minnetrista is reimagined to comply with new regulations by local government. Lights and decorations will still welcome visitors this holiday season. Muncie, IN—There will not be an Enchanted Luminaria Walk in the traditional sense at Minnetrista this year. Minnetrista understands and will continue to comply with the Delaware County Health Department and county commissioners’ decisions to minimize public gatherings to fewer than 50 attendees. The decision to cancel this event was hard yet necessary to keep…
Find out more »Bob Ross at Home – Artist, Teacher, Friend
Join us to view and enjoy many Bob Ross original paintings never before seen on public view. Bringing together paintings from private individuals, artwork from Minnetrista’s own museum collection, and photographs of Bob Ross, this exhibit will be a one-of-a-kind experience you won’t want to miss!
Find out more »Nutcracker Dance Camp
The Muncie Mall and Muncie Ballet Studio invite you to join a Nutcracker Dance Camp at the Muncie Mall. Class meets October 18 - December 6th and ends with a performance in The Children's Nutcracker. The class fee is $8 weekly or one-time tuition of $60. The class includes a tutu for girls, a t-shirt for boys which will be worn in the free community performance Your dancer will join Muncie Ballet and Ballerina Academy dancers on December 12 and…
Find out more »First Thursdays – DWNTWN Muncie
Join us on the first Thursday of each month from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. for a gallery walk around DWNTWN Muncie. Watch and learn from local artists as they perform their craft in various DWNTWN shops. Enjoy their company and purchase their unique creations. If you have an event you would like to have added to the monthly gallery guide, please send your info to: Dr. Natalie Phillips at nephillips@bsu.edu.
Find out more »Light Up DWNTWN Muncie
THURSDAY, DEC. 3, 2020 | 6 PM MUSIC & LIGHT SHOWS AT 6, 7, 8, AND 9 PM EVERY THURSDAY–SUNDAY IN DECEMBER Spread the Christmas cheer with galleries, restaurants, retailers, and neighbors throughout DWNTWN during December’s First Thursday. Physical distancing & face masks required. VIRTUAL TREE LIGHTING AT 6PM ON FACEBOOK LIVE HOLIDAY SHOPPING & FIRST THURSDAY GALLERY EVENTS THROUGHOUT DWNTWN FEATURING: AMAZING ELF ADVENTURE! Some of Santa’s elves have arrived in Muncie! Throughout the month of December, 80 elves…
Find out more »Holiday in Bloom at Rinard Orchid Greenhouse
We will be decked out for the holidays but must skip our big annual evening program. Visit the greenhouse throughout the month for a socially distant holiday experience. Dr. Joe and Alice Rinard Orchid Greenhouse 1211 Riverside Avenue Ball State University Muncie, IN 47306 (765) 285-8839 Website https://bsu.edu/orchids https://www.facebook.com/WOCSB and https://www.instagram.com/bsu_rogh/
Find out more »Ball State Athletics- Men’s Basketball – HOME
Come see the Ball State Men's Basketball team in action against University of Illinois Chicago. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com TIME TO BE ANNOUNCED
Find out more »Albany IN Farmers Market – Winter Market
The Albany IN Farmers Market will be having a Winter Market at 145 N. Broadway, Albany, IN 47320. Winter Markets inside the Methodist Church Youth Building on Broadway on the following Sunday's: Nov 15th & 29th, Dec 6th & 20th, Jan 3 2021, Feb 7, 2021, Mar 7th, 2021 & Apr 4, 2021. The building is handicap accessible with parking available next to the building or along Broadway. Masks will be suggested as long as the State has their indoor…
Find out more »Stitch & Bitch- VIRTUAL on Facebook
Currently meeting on Facebook for a virtual event- We now meet every Sunday, starting at 5p and often going until The Cup closes. Not everyone has a yarn project, not everyone crochets or knits. Some bring mending or work on jewelry crafts or sketch. Mostly, we want to gather together in creative fellowship and caffeine! Please join us, everyone is welcome! Location: The Cup, 1606 W. University Ave., Muncie, IN 47303
Find out more »Ball State Athletics – Men’s Basketball – HOME
Come see the Ball State Men's Basketball team in action against Illinois State University. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com TIME TO BE ANNOUNCED
Find out more »Ball State Athletics – Football – HOME
Come see the Ball State Football team in action against Western Michigan University. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com Time to be announced
Find out more »You & Me Workshop: Gingerbread House
Cost: $25/house; member discounts apply Registration deadline: December 10 Register here Bring the magic of Christmas to life when you create a gingerbread masterpiece with your whole family at Minnetrista! Enjoy sweet cookies and holiday music, meet and take photos with Gingy the gingerbread man, and explore his magical castle.
Find out more »Stitch & Bitch- VIRTUAL on Facebook
Currently meeting on Facebook for a virtual event- We now meet every Sunday, starting at 5p and often going until The Cup closes. Not everyone has a yarn project, not everyone crochets or knits. Some bring mending or work on jewelry crafts or sketch. Mostly, we want to gather together in creative fellowship and caffeine! Please join us, everyone is welcome! Location: The Cup, 1606 W. University Ave., Muncie, IN 47303
Find out more »Glass Workshop: Etched Ornaments
Cost: $25; member discounts apply Registration deadline: December 13 Register here Come create your own glass etched ornament in celebration of the holiday season. A Minnetrista glass expert with guide you in creating a one-of-a-kind piece to be enjoyed forever.
Find out more »Bob Ross Painting Workshop
Cost: $70; member discounts apply Registration deadline: December 16 Register here Paint with a Certified Ross Instructor on the site where Bob painted for years. This workshop is the perfect opportunity to get creative and learn to paint like Bob. Just bring yourself and we will provide everything you need to have a great time. Just like Bob said, “Let’s get crazy!” In this workshop you will paint the Bob Ross painting “Winter’s Grace” from Season 28, Episode 9 on…
Find out more »Cheer Max Christmas Cheer – Horizon Convention Center
Join us for a day of FUN & COMPETITION! The competition will also have vendors to share with you all the best items to buy and see in the industry! Also, a full concessions concourse provides plenty of hot and cold meals for you to enjoy. The event will take place at the Horizon Convention Center in downtown Muncie. For more information visit: http://www.apexchampionships.com/
Find out more »Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Indoor Market
Gather with your family and friends this fall as Farmers Market moves indoors for the season. Connect with the community while discovering amazing finds! There’s no place quite like the Farmers Market at Minnetrista! Join your family, friends, and the community to discover fresh and local finds, and to explore what’s new in The Orchard Shop at Minnetrista.
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