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November 2019
Hoosier Innovation
Making the Modern Kitchen Following East Central Indiana’s gas boom, the Hoosier cabinet, an innovative free-standing piece of kitchen furniture, emerged as one of the most iconic products of the region’s booming industry. Created around 1900, the Hoosier not only revolutionized the home kitchen, but also left its mark on the region, state, and nation for decades to come. Hoosier Innovation considers the story of this influential product and the companies that made it. Take a walk through the gas…
Find out more »“Recent Acquisitions: Connecting to the Past, Committing to the Future”
The David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) presents a special opportunity to view nearly 100 works of art new to the museum’s collection, including works from Africa, Asia, North America, Europe, and the Pacific Islands. In addition to spanning the globe, the highlighted works represent art from a vast array of mediums—from sculpture, drawings, prints, photographs, paintings, and ceramics to ritual objects and masks—including notable works by Ruth Duckworth, Frank Gehry, Zaha Hadid, Marsden Hartley, Wassily Kandinsky, Conrad Marca-Relli, Pablo…
Find out more »The Furniture Guild of Indiana Artisan Exhibition
This exhibition will feature the work of Indiana craftsmen designated by the state as Indiana Artisan furniture makers. Their work represents a wide variety of furniture style and the storied history of Hoosier furniture craftsmen. The exhibition will be hosted in the newly renovated Oakhurst home.
Find out more »Beginning Genealogy
Class meets four Wednesdays, Oct. 30-Nov. 20; 10-11:30 a.m. Tracing your roots is a way to document history and family information that you can pass along to future generations. With many resources available online, genealogy is becoming popular and easier to accomplish. Class is for those will little or no previous knowledge of genealogy. Course is taught by Mrs. Karen Good, board member and chair of Ancestor Hunters, Delaware County Historical Society. Karen is also the Indiana County Genealogist for…
Find out more »BYRD, BEARCATS, AND BIKERS: PUTTING INDIANA SPORTS HISTORY ON THE MAP
This program will feature maps created by the Bracken Library Map Collection about some of the great champions and sports stories in Indiana history, including stories related to Muncie Central’s championship basketball AND football teams, the state’s family volleyball dynasty, the world’s fastest racehorse, and legends and pioneers in sports like John Wooden, Bill Garrett, Judi Warren, Gregg Popovich, Ray Ewry, and even Wilma Rudolph. Wednesday, November 13, 6:30-8:00 pm
Find out more »A Little Night Music – BSU Theatre and Dance
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim - Book by Hugh Wheeler - Directed by Bill Jenkins - Musical Direction by Sean Paul Mills and Johnna Tavianini - Choreography by Michael Worcel Set in 1900 Sweden, Stephen Sondheim’s musical, based on the Ingmar Bergman film Smiles of a Summer Night, explores the tangled web of affairs centered around actress, Desirée Armfeldt, and the men who love her: lawyer Fredrik Egerman and the Count Carl-Magnus Malcom. When all the players agree to…
Find out more »Glass Workshop: Copper Enameling Ornaments
Christmas is just around the corner, and these copper enameled ornaments make the perfect gifts or decoration for the holiday season. Join friends and family at Minnetrista to create a one-of-a-kind, copper enameled piece of art at Minnetrista! By kiln firing powdered glass onto copper, you can produce an extraordinary piece of art to take home, or to give as a gift to someone special this year. For ages 13 years and up. Cost: $35; member discounts apply Registration deadline: November…
Find out more »Bad Art Night at Maring-Hunt Library
Leave your talent at the door and come make something terrible with us! Create something awful and win! Prizes for the worst art. No skills required. Skills frowned upon. This event is a partnership between Muncie Public Library and Cornerstone Center for the Arts taking place at Maring-Hunt Library. For more information contact Muncie Public Library or Cornerstone Center for the Arts
Find out more »Elm Street Brewing Presents: Jazz Nights
Jazz and Blues Night every Thursday at Elm Street Brewing Company
Find out more »The Neighborhood in the Heart of Campus
In 1945-46, Ball State University’s first mobile home court was constructed on the corner of Tillotson and Gilbert, along with three barracks-style buildings which the college converted into two-bedroom and one-bedroom apartments. These units were part of Ball State’s first accommodations for married students. In addition to providing housing for married students, these apartments also provided housing for some faculty members and their families. The duo will share information and photographs for this gone-but-not-forgotten housing. Free Admission - Reservations Required
Find out more »A Little Night Music – BSU Theatre and Dance
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim - Book by Hugh Wheeler - Directed by Bill Jenkins - Musical Direction by Sean Paul Mills and Johnna Tavianini - Choreography by Michael Worcel Set in 1900 Sweden, Stephen Sondheim’s musical, based on the Ingmar Bergman film Smiles of a Summer Night, explores the tangled web of affairs centered around actress, Desirée Armfeldt, and the men who love her: lawyer Fredrik Egerman and the Count Carl-Magnus Malcom. When all the players agree to…
Find out more »Holiday Handcrafters’ Showcase and Marketplace
A festive, holiday craft show! Repurposed, shabby chic, vintage, fine arts, crafts, bath and body, home decor, gift foods, visits with Santa and MUCH MORE. Come out and join us and get that Christmas list checked off! Claus Cafe will be open to enjoy a delicious dessert, lunch or dinner. Two buildings for your shopping pleasure! Show hours are Friday 2pm to 8pm and Saturday 10am-4pm. Admission is $5 for adults, children under 12 and parking are free. Visit our…
Find out more »Wine & Music at Tonne Winery
Come join us for Wine & Music. Kenny Kipp of Indy's Island Party will be playing 6 -8 pm. Pitmasters will have food available for purchase by 5:30. Grab some friends and enjoy your favorite Tonne wines while spending a relaxing Friday night with us!
Find out more »After Hours at Minnetrista: Oakhurst House Party!
Enjoy a beautiful evening with your friends in the Oakhurst home! The home has a rich history of housing eager minds, the library has long been a haven for all sorts of literary traditions and a place of endless discovery. Join friends and family for some food and drink and imagine together the things this house has seen. A 21-and-older event. Cost: $15; member discounts apply Pre-register by November 14
Find out more »Dawn of the Space Age – Planetarium Show
From the launch of the first artificial satellite Sputnik, to the magnificent lunar landings and privately operated space flights. Be immersed and overwhelmed with this most accurate historic reconstruction of Man’s first steps into space. Who were these Men and Women that took part in these death defying endeavors? Witness their drive, their passion, and their perseverance to explore, in Dawn of the Space Age.
Find out more »Frozen Jr.
Muncie Civic Youth Education’s Act 2 program presents FROZEN JR. on the Mainstage November 15 & 16 @ 7:00pm and November 16 & 17 @ 2:30pm. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for students. Reserved Seating.
Find out more »Ball State Athletics – Women’s Volleyball – Home
Come see the Ball State Women's Volleyball team in action against Eastern Michigan University. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com
Find out more »The Laramie Project
Muncie Civic Theatre presents THE LARAMIE PROJECT in the Casazza Family Studio Theatre November 8-10 and 15-17. Tickets are $15 for adults and $13 for students. General Admission Seating. This award winning docudrama is based on the brutal murder of Matthew Shepard in Laramie, WY. The play skillfully intertwines a collage of interviews, court transcripts, and reactions to the incident to explore humanity’s ruthlessness as well as its compassion. $15 adults/$13 students
Find out more »A Little Night Music – BSU Theatre and Dance
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim - Book by Hugh Wheeler - Directed by Bill Jenkins - Musical Direction by Sean Paul Mills and Johnna Tavianini - Choreography by Michael Worcel Set in 1900 Sweden, Stephen Sondheim’s musical, based on the Ingmar Bergman film Smiles of a Summer Night, explores the tangled web of affairs centered around actress, Desirée Armfeldt, and the men who love her: lawyer Fredrik Egerman and the Count Carl-Magnus Malcom. When all the players agree to…
Find out more »Ball State Athletics – Football – Home
Come see the Ball State Football team in action against Central Michigan. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com Times to be announced
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