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February 2020
Animationland Exhibit
Tracey the pencil dog and her crew guide visitors through the basics of turning a story into an animation at Minnetrista's newest exhibit. On January 25, the newest addition to Minnetrista’s educational repertoire is an exhibit that seeks to educate visitors about the art and science of animation. Animationland transports visitors of all ages to a fantastical land with a quirky cast of characters where inspiration is everywhere! The exhibit focuses on the basics of the animation process using interactive…
Find out more »EVA A-7063: The Story of Eva Mozes Kor
This documentary by Ted Green, Mika Brown, and WFYI, tells a story of an Auschwitz survivor’s fight to heal the world. As a 10-year-old "Mengele Twin," Eva Mozes Kor suffered the worst of the Holocaust. At 50, she helped launch the biggest manhunt in history. Into her 80s, after decades of pain and anger, she traveled the world to promote what her life journey taught: hope, healing, and humanity. This special screening is sponsored by Ball State University’s Center for…
Find out more »March 2020
Community Photographers Invitation Day at Rinard Orchid Greenhouse
Tripods welcome. Bring your camera and your creative eye to the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse on Ball State University Campus. With over 2,000 orchids, Ball State Univ. has the largest collegiate orchid collection in USA. This large and diverse species orchid collection is housed in the Dr. Joe and Alice Rinard Orchid Greenhouse, at Ball State University. Focus: Orchid education, conservation and research, displayed in a naturalistic setting. Free and open to the public.
Find out more »Half-Price Sunday at the Muncie Children’s Museum
Join the Muncie Children's Museum on the second Sunday of each month in 2020 and enjoy half-price admission!
Find out more »The Delaware County Substance Use Disorder Symposium
The College of Health is sponsoring the 1st annual Delaware County Substance Use Disorder Symposium on Tuesday, March 10 from 10 - 3:30pm open to all students, practitioners, and the general public. The day consists of two optional trainings from 10-noon (Naloxone Administration or SBIRT, choose one) and two town hall panel discussions about effective community response to substance use disorder (12:30-3:30pm). The event is free of charge, but registration is required at the following link: https://dcsuds.eventbrite.com This symposium presents an…
Find out more »Beginning Sign Language
Course meets six Wednesdays, March 11-April 15, 7-9 p.m. Instruction in finger spelling and basic conversation based on American Sign Language and signed English. Instructor: Mrs. Laura Shadoin, retired teacher, Muncie Community Schools
Find out more »Beginning Conversational Spanish
Course meets six Wednesdays, March 11-April 15, 7-9 p.m. For adults with no previous instruction in Spanish or for those who wish to brush up on their skills in conversational Spanish at a beginning level. Instructor: Mr. Mario Tellez-Garcia, experienced translator, interpreter, and language instructor for both corporate clients and not-for-profit organizations
Find out more »The Game is Afoot: Reading Sherlock Holmes Like a Sherlockian
In addition to sharing a short history about the “Baker Street Irregulars,” Shelly will discuss “The Adventure of the Copper Beeches,” one of the 56 Sherlock Holmes short stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, providing the various analyses that Sherlockians have made of the story through the years. Attendees are strongly encouraged to read the story (or watch the Granada version with Jeremy Brett) prior to the session. Presenter: Mrs. Shelly Gage, human resources & accounting specialist, Muncie Public…
Find out more »Destination Mars – Planetarium Show
Ever wonder what it would be like to fly to Mars? NASA – and others – have their sights set on the Red Planet and they are building the technology to get us there! Explore the work being done around the globe to help make the dream of getting humans to Mars a reality. Fly to and see inside the International Space Station, where astronauts are already living and working in space, and follow the rockets and vehicles that will…
Find out more »Art Maker Space
Ready, set, go! Let your imagination and artistic skills run wild in the Art Maker Space at Minnetrista. This space provides craft and coloring materials and allows families to discover new ways to have fun and create with art. The possibilities are endless!
Find out more »Destination Mars – Planetarium Show
Ever wonder what it would be like to fly to Mars? NASA – and others – have their sights set on the Red Planet and they are building the technology to get us there! Explore the work being done around the globe to help make the dream of getting humans to Mars a reality. Fly to and see inside the International Space Station, where astronauts are already living and working in space, and follow the rockets and vehicles that will…
Find out more »2020 Delaware County Farm Festival
The Delaware County Farm Festival is an annual event held at the Delaware County Fairgrounds to teach our school children and adults in our state about farming and agriculture, past and present, and the importance it plays in today's society. The festival is located in Muncie, Indiana. For more information visit: www.farmfestival.org
Find out more »Marhoefer: A Link to Muncie’s Past
It’s been more than forty years since Marhoefer Packing Company ceased its Muncie operation, leaving behind a 45-acre site on North Elm Street. Mr. Ted Shideler will chart the company’s course from its humble roots as the Kuhner Packing Company through its expansion to one of the twelve largest meat packing companies in the nation and beyond. No Charge - Reservations Required
Find out more »A Woman’s Place: Notable Locations in Local Women’s History
This program will feature maps, historic photographs, newspaper articles, and even diary entries related to some of the interesting locations that helped shape the history of women in Muncie and east central Indiana, including churches, opera houses, bars, and specific residences of impact. You’ll hear stories from the following panelists: -Sara McKinley, local history and genealogy supervisor, Muncie Public Library -Sarah Allison, head of archives user engagement, Ball State University Libraries -Emily Johnson, assistant professor, Department of History, Ball State…
Find out more »2020 Delaware County Farm Festival
The Delaware County Farm Festival is an annual event held at the Delaware County Fairgrounds to teach our school children and adults in our state about farming and agriculture, past and present, and the importance it plays in today's society. The festival is located in Muncie, Indiana. For more information visit: www.farmfestival.org
Find out more »Beginning Sign Language
Course meets six Wednesdays, March 11-April 15, 7-9 p.m. Instruction in finger spelling and basic conversation based on American Sign Language and signed English. Instructor: Mrs. Laura Shadoin, retired teacher, Muncie Community Schools
Find out more »Beginning Conversational Spanish
Course meets six Wednesdays, March 11-April 15, 7-9 p.m. For adults with no previous instruction in Spanish or for those who wish to brush up on their skills in conversational Spanish at a beginning level. Instructor: Mr. Mario Tellez-Garcia, experienced translator, interpreter, and language instructor for both corporate clients and not-for-profit organizations
Find out more »Planet Nine – Planetarium Show
In July 2015, the New Horizons spacecraft gave us our first close look at Pluto. The New Horizons flyby was big news, and the pictures it sent back to Earth reveal a world far more complex than anyone realized. Follow Mike Brown and his team at CalTech as they uncover other dwarf worlds, whose orbits take them deep into the far reaches of the Solar System. Is there a new planet beyond these distant objects? Join us on the hunt!
Find out more »Annual Disability Awareness Concert
Each year, Hillcroft clients come together to collaborate and create this production as a way to celebrate Disability Awareness Month. This year's theme is 'BE YOU', as in be yourself, be unique, and more importantly, BElieve in YOUrself! Concert will be held at the Muncie Civic Theatre, with performances beginning at 6:30 p.m. Event is free to attend and open to the public. Invite a friend, and come celebrate with us!
Find out more »Planet Nine – Planetarium Show
In July 2015, the New Horizons spacecraft gave us our first close look at Pluto. The New Horizons flyby was big news, and the pictures it sent back to Earth reveal a world far more complex than anyone realized. Follow Mike Brown and his team at CalTech as they uncover other dwarf worlds, whose orbits take them deep into the far reaches of the Solar System. Is there a new planet beyond these distant objects? Join us on the hunt!
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