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August 2019
Summer Programming 2019: ISPY
From June 2 to July 31, join us at the Muncie Children’s Museum for ISPY, this year's summer programming, sponsored by Friends of the Muncie Endurathon and Navient. Transform into a secret agent when you visit the museum this summer as you get the chance to do spy-themed activities such as maneuvering through “laser” obstacle courses, writing and decoding secret messages with invisible ink, and fingerprinting. We’ll also have secret missions that families can complete together around the museum. Activities…
Find out more »Amazing Pollinators Exhibit
Take on the role of bats, bees, beetles and butterflies. Show off your Pollination Powers and discover their wondrous benefits to earth’s flora, ecosystems and human civilization. The exhibit includes a colorful, curvy maze, undulating walls, a bat cave, bee hive, beetle den and butterfly garden. Maze sections are themed by environments that require pollinating: home garden, meadow, farm, orchard, wetland, jungle, roadside habitats, etc. Activities outside the maze allow visitors to learn more about pollination and pollinators. Minnetrista is…
Find out more »August Mini Classes at Muncie Ballet
Unicorns, Rainbows, and Pirates. Oh My! Join Muncie Ballet for ballet fun. During the month of August special introduction classes will be offered. Come for one or more classes. $15 per class or $38 for 3. Register online @MuncieBallet.org, call or text 765-216-5472. Age 2 and up, Tuesday, 5:00-5:30 PM Storybook Princess Ballet, August 13, Bitty Ballerina, August 20 Pirates and Pixies, August 27 Age 4 and up, Mondays 4:45-5:30 PM Unicorn Clouds, August 12 Tiptoes & Tiaras, August 19…
Find out more »Ballet Academy Open House
Ballet Academy Open House – Muncie Ballet Studio Thursday, August 22 or Tuesday, August 27, 5:30-7:00 PM Enroll your dancer in the Ballet Academy at Muncie Ballet. Come to the Open Hosue and register for a class or sign up to volunteer. There will be dance demonstrations and door prizes. Plan to attend, Thursday, August 22 or Tuesday, August 27, 5:30-7:00 PM. Tuition assistance is available. Visit MuncieBallet.org or call 765-216-5472
Find out more »Community Arts Expo
Come see all our hometown has to offer in the fine/performing arts and creative expression. Featuring 40+ local arts exhibitors, live music, food, drinks, door prizes and more! Experiencing creative expression enriches our lives and community by empowering each to share their voice and enabling us to experience the voice of others. Learn more at bsu.edu/artsexpo Interested in becoming an exhibitor? Register at bsu.edu/artsexpo Sponsored by: Ball State University, Cornerstone Center for the Arts, Muncie Arts & Culture Council, The…
Find out more »Willy Wonka
Muncie Civic Theatre presents WILLY WONKA on the Mainstage August 16-18, 23-25, and 29-31. Thursday, Friday, & Saturday shows are at 7:30pm and the Sunday Matinees are at 2:30pm. Enjoy a world of pure imagination featuring the beloved songs from the film starring Gene Wilder. This delicious adventure is a scrumdiddlyumptious musical guaranteed to delight everyone’s sweet tooth. The Sensory-Friendly Performance will be Saturday August 17 @ 2:30pm.
Find out more »We Are Stars – Planetarium Show
Narrated by Andy Serkis, this program seeks to answer some of the biggest questions of all time. What are we made of? Where did it all come from? Explore the secrets of our cosmic chemistry, our explosive origins and connect life on Earth to the evolution of the Universe. A family-friendly film full of fun, adventure, and enlightenment.
Find out more »Willy Wonka
Muncie Civic Theatre presents WILLY WONKA on the Mainstage August 16-18, 23-25, and 29-31. Thursday, Friday, & Saturday shows are at 7:30pm and the Sunday Matinees are at 2:30pm. Enjoy a world of pure imagination featuring the beloved songs from the film starring Gene Wilder. This delicious adventure is a scrumdiddlyumptious musical guaranteed to delight everyone’s sweet tooth. The Sensory-Friendly Performance will be Saturday August 17 @ 2:30pm.
Find out more »Open Space: Art About the Land
Celebrate the significance of land and its importance in an art competition and exhibition. In cooperation with Red-Tail Land Conservancy. A portion of the proceeds will go to help further its mission to preserve, protect, and restore natural areas and farm land in East Central Indiana while increasing awareness of our natural heritage. Non-members $5; Free for members and children 3 and under
Find out more »Farmers Market at Minnetrista
Saturdays; 8 a.m.–Noon It’s that time of year again. Join your family and friends at the outdoor season of Farmers Market at Minnetrista! Connect with vendors to discover fresh produce and plants while enjoying fresh air. Don’t forget to stop in The Orchard Shop during your next visit.
Find out more »Muncie Makers Market
Fresh homemade food, locally grown fruit and vegetables, fresh and dried herbs, live plants, beautiful art, and handmade crafts of all kinds, all weekly from May-October at the Muncie Makers Market on Saturdays from 4-7p outside of Books & Brews at 2100 West White River Boulevard in the White River Plaza! Shop LOCAL and please JOIN us on Facebook and Instagram!
Find out more »We Are Stars – Planetarium Show
Narrated by Andy Serkis, this program seeks to answer some of the biggest questions of all time. What are we made of? Where did it all come from? Explore the secrets of our cosmic chemistry, our explosive origins and connect life on Earth to the evolution of the Universe. A family-friendly film full of fun, adventure, and enlightenment.
Find out more »Willy Wonka
Muncie Civic Theatre presents WILLY WONKA on the Mainstage August 16-18, 23-25, and 29-31. Thursday, Friday, & Saturday shows are at 7:30pm and the Sunday Matinees are at 2:30pm. Enjoy a world of pure imagination featuring the beloved songs from the film starring Gene Wilder. This delicious adventure is a scrumdiddlyumptious musical guaranteed to delight everyone’s sweet tooth. The Sensory-Friendly Performance will be Saturday August 17 @ 2:30pm.
Find out more »We Are Stars – Planetarium Show
Narrated by Andy Serkis, this program seeks to answer some of the biggest questions of all time. What are we made of? Where did it all come from? Explore the secrets of our cosmic chemistry, our explosive origins and connect life on Earth to the evolution of the Universe. A family-friendly film full of fun, adventure, and enlightenment.
Find out more »September 2019
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 »We Are Stars – Planetarium Show
Narrated by Andy Serkis, this program seeks to answer some of the biggest questions of all time. What are we made of? Where did it all come from? Explore the secrets of our cosmic chemistry, our explosive origins and connect life on Earth to the evolution of the Universe. A family-friendly film full of fun, adventure, and enlightenment.
Find out more »The Wolves – BSU Theater and Dance
Left quad. Right quad. Lunge. A soccer team warms up. A portrait of nine American girls who just want to score some goals while trying to navigate their team dynamic and school spirit versus individuality and finding themselves. From the safety of their suburban stretch circle, the team tackles big questions and wages tiny battles with all the vim and vigor of a pack of adolescent warriors. Contains mature language and themes. “The Wolves” is presented by special arrangement with…
Find out more »Farmers Market at Minnetrista
Saturdays; 8 a.m.–Noon It’s that time of year again. Join your family and friends at the outdoor season of Farmers Market at Minnetrista! Connect with vendors to discover fresh produce and plants while enjoying fresh air. Don’t forget to stop in The Orchard Shop during your next visit.
Find out more »Muncie Makers Market
Fresh homemade food, locally grown fruit and vegetables, fresh and dried herbs, live plants, beautiful art, and handmade crafts of all kinds, all weekly from May-October at the Muncie Makers Market on Saturdays from 4-7p outside of Books & Brews at 2100 West White River Boulevard in the White River Plaza! Shop LOCAL and please JOIN us on Facebook and Instagram!
Find out more »We Are Stars – Planetarium Show
Narrated by Andy Serkis, this program seeks to answer some of the biggest questions of all time. What are we made of? Where did it all come from? Explore the secrets of our cosmic chemistry, our explosive origins and connect life on Earth to the evolution of the Universe. A family-friendly film full of fun, adventure, and enlightenment.
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