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Art at Work
Art at Work
Art at Work features many Bob Ross Workshop paintings created by Minnetrista staff, alongside those of our instructors, including work by Bob himself. In this unique exhibit, we proudly share our paintings and the lessons we’ve learned by picking up
Imagine in Glass
Imagine in Glass
Oakhurst Gallery, Oakhurst Home Imagine in Glass is a celebration of children's creativity and imagination. Professional glassworkers from the Marilyn K. Glick Center for Glass at Ball State University have brought children's drawings to life in glass. Come and see what
Mindbender Mansion
Mindbender Mansion
Center Building, Gallery 1 Adults and children will be dazzled by the wonderfully puzzling world of Mindbender Mansion, an eclectic exhibit full of puzzles, brainteasers, and interactive challenges guaranteed to test the brain power and problem-solving skills of even the
Minnetrista’s 33rd Annual Juried Art Show
Minnetrista’s 33rd Annual Juried Art Show
The Minnetrista Juried Art Show is going digital! An Invitation to All Indiana Artists Join us in celebrating Hoosier creativity by entering the 33rd Annual Minnetrista Juried Art Show & Sale. Entries will be accepted online from August 1 to
88th Annual Juried Student Art Show
88th Annual Juried Student Art Show
The School of Art Annual Student Art Show showcases work produced by students (undergraduate and graduate) during the previous year. The work is exhibited in The Ned and Gloria Griner Art Gallery, and gives students the opportunity to participate in
A Wild Story – The David and Sarojini Johnson Print Collection
A Wild Story – The David and Sarojini Johnson Print Collection
On view now! Visit DOMA to enjoy "A Wild Story: The David and Sarojini Johnson Print Collection," a special exhibition of nearly 100 diverse prints showcased in both the Brown Study Room (on main floor) and the Special Exhibition galleries
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAMWritten by William ShakespeareDirected by Emily TzuckerStrother TheatreFebruary 24-25, 27-March 2 at 7:30 pmFebruary 25-26 at 2:30 pmA radical, joyful, and raucous adaptation of A Midsummer Night’s Dream that challenges the patriarchy in Shakespeare’s original play. Three
Exhibition Overview for Educators: A Wild Story: The David and Sarojini Johnson Print Collection
Exhibition Overview for Educators: A Wild Story: The David and Sarojini Johnson Print Collection
Start: February 27, 2023 4 p.m. End: February 27, 2023 5 p.m. Location: David Owsley Museum of Art Contact Details David Owsley Museum of Art 765-285-5242 Ball State faculty, area schoolteachers, and DOMA Friends are invited to enjoy a tour of A Wild Story:
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BSU Athletics – Men’s Volleyball – HOME
BSU Athletics – Men’s Volleyball – HOME
Come see the Ball State Men's Volleyball team in action against Central State University. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com.
Menopause The Musical®
Menopause The Musical®
Four women at a lingerie sale have nothing in common but a black lace bra AND memory loss, hot flashes, night sweats, not enough sex, too much sex and more! This hilarious musical parody set to classic tunes from the
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Bob Ross Painting Workshop
Bob Ross Painting Workshop
Cost: $70; member discounts apply 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 the process of painting in Bob Ross’ signature style. Just
First Thursday
First Thursday
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
Ball State Symphony Orchestra
Ball State Symphony Orchestra
The Ball State Symphony Orchestra is a flagship ensemble of the School of Music that performs orchestral music from a wide variety of backgrounds and time periods. Program to be announced. Tickets available for purchase in person or online through
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BSU Athletics – Women’s Tennis – HOME
BSU Athletics – Women’s Tennis – HOME
Come see the Ball State Men's Volleyball team in action against Butler University. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com.
BSU Athletics – Men’s Basketball – HOME
BSU Athletics – Men’s Basketball – HOME
Come see the Ball State Men's Basketball team in action against University of Toledo. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com.
“Birth of Planet Earth” Planetarium Show
“Birth of Planet Earth” Planetarium Show
How did Earth come to be a life-supporting planet? Where did our Moon come from? What does Earth’s history tell us about our chances of finding other worlds that are truly Earth-like? This show tells the twisted tale of our
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Country Flea Market
Country Flea Market
Delaware County Fairgrounds Located in Muncie Indiana, home of the Delaware County Fair as well as several other activities throughout the year! For information on this event and other activities visit https://delawarecountyfair.net/ This event is scheduled on the First Saturday of
Muncie Card and Collectible Show
Muncie Card and Collectible Show
FREE Admission! Everything from sports to Pokémon and toys collectibles and cards! To become a vendor message here or text or call josh (765)716-1227 At Heritage Hall in the Delaware County Fairgrounds
“To Space and Back” Planetarium Show
“To Space and Back” Planetarium Show
Space exploration, our greatest adventure, impacts all of our lives here on Earth. Join us on an incredible journey from the far reaches of our known universe to then explore our own planet. Hear the extraordinary story of human ingenuity
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Albany Farmers Market – Winter
Albany Farmers Market – Winter
The Winter Market for the Albany Farmers Market will take place at the Albany United Methodist Church Youth Building (North of the Church at the stop light). The market will carry homemade items, produce, jewelry, etc. The market will be
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Imagine in Glass
Mindbender Mansion
Minnetrista’s 33rd Annual Juried Art Show
88th Annual Juried Student Art Show
A Wild Story – The David and Sarojini Johnson Print Collection
Bob Ross Painting Workshop
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Horticulture Volunteer Days – March
Horticulture Volunteer Days – March
March 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30; 8–11 a.m. Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to learn and grow in their knowledge of garden
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Betty’s Cabin Activity: Music Making
Betty’s Cabin Activity: Music Making
Free community event Make music and dance to the beat at Betty’s Cabin! Stop by play, sing, and try out a variety of percussion instruments.
“Emily Kimbrough: From Muncie to the World”
“Emily Kimbrough: From Muncie to the World”
This program will celebrate National Women's History Month and the Notable Women of Muncie & Delaware County Project by featuring one of the most notable, Emily Kimbrough. Karen Vincent, Delaware County Historical Society (DCHS) Board Co-President, will share highlights of
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Ball State Athletics – Baseball – HOME
Ball State Athletics – Baseball – HOME
Come see the Ball State Baseball team in action against Western Michigan University. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com.
Trout Fishing in America
Trout Fishing in America
Trout Fishing in America is the songwriting collaboration of Keith Grimwood and Ezra Idlet. For 45 years, their vibrant, percussive sound and dynamic stage presence have cultivated a multi-generational fan base at performing arts centers, clubs, and music festivals all
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Picture-Perfect Nature Photography
Picture-Perfect Nature Photography
Come visit the Orchid Greenhouse from 9am (an hour early) to 3pm to practice your photography skills on our tropical plants and animals. The Muncie Camera Club will be on-hand throughout the day (times TBA) to provide tips and tricks
Ball State Athletics – Baseball – HOME
Ball State Athletics – Baseball – HOME
Come see the Ball State Baseball team in action against Western Michigan University. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com.
BSU Athletics – Men’s Tennis – HOME
BSU Athletics – Men’s Tennis – HOME
Come see the Ball State Men's Tennis team in action against University of Toledo. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com
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Ball State Athletics – Gymnastics – HOME
Ball State Athletics – Gymnastics – HOME
Come see the Ball State Gymnastic team in action against Western Michigan University. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com.
Ball State Athletics – Baseball – HOME
Ball State Athletics – Baseball – HOME
Come see the Ball State Baseball team in action against Western Michigan University. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com.
6 events,
Mindbender Mansion
Minnetrista’s 33rd Annual Juried Art Show
88th Annual Juried Student Art Show
A Wild Story – The David and Sarojini Johnson Print Collection
Bob Ross Painting Workshop
Horticulture Volunteer Days – March
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Delaware County Farm Festival
Delaware County Farm Festival
TWO DAYS OF "DOWN ON THE FARM" FUN AT THE DELAWARE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS ON MARCH 14TH & 15TH, 2023 The Delaware County Farm Festival is an annual event held at the Delaware County Fairgrounds to teach our school children and
Ball State Athletics – Baseball – HOME
Ball State Athletics – Baseball – HOME
Come see the Ball State Baseball team in action against Purdue Ft Wayne University. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com.
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Tea & Talk: Fleeting Flowers of the Garden
Tea & Talk: Fleeting Flowers of the Garden
Cost: $16; member discounts apply Join James Edwards, Minnetrista’s Horticulture Manager, to learn more about our spring flowers and the beauty they bring to Minnetrista’s grounds. From native ephemerals to bulbs from around the world. Discover the horticultural gems and
BSU Athletics – Men’s Volleyball – HOME
BSU Athletics – Men’s Volleyball – HOME
Come see the Ball State Men's Volleyball team in action against Ohio State University. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com.
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THE REAL ST. PATRICK
THE REAL ST. PATRICK
St. Patrick is not just some mythical figure or character devised to help sell cereal or candy. He really existed--although he wasn't Irish. We know about him because he wrote a sort of spiritual biography which tells us many details
BSU Athletics – Men’s Tennis – HOME
BSU Athletics – Men’s Tennis – HOME
Come see the Ball State Men's Tennis team in action against Western Michigan University. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com
Ball State Athletics – Baseball – HOME
Ball State Athletics – Baseball – HOME
Come see the Ball State Baseball team in action against University of Toledo. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com.
10 events,
Ball State Athletics – Baseball – HOME
Ball State Athletics – Baseball – HOME
Come see the Ball State Baseball team in action against University of Toledo. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com.
Ball State Athletics – Women’s Tennis – HOME
Ball State Athletics – Women’s Tennis – HOME
Come see the Ball State Women's Tennis team in action against Western Michigan University. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com. Notice: Weather may move this event indoors. Please check Ball State Sports website
CREATIVE CHALLENGE ZINE MAKING
CREATIVE CHALLENGE ZINE MAKING
Are you needing a creative boost? This two-phase workshop will lead you on a journey of creativity with some maker-inspired artistic challenges to help boost your creativity and teach you the techniques of making a one-sheet “Zine” to feature and
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Muncie Indiana Exotic Pet Expo
Muncie Indiana Exotic Pet Expo
Indiana Exotic Pet Expo/Muncie Growing to be the largest show of it's kind in the state of Indiana! Held bi monthly at the Delaware County Fairgrounds in Muncie Indiana. A huge line of up of Exotics, Reptiles, Feeders, Supplies and more!
BSU Athletics – Men’s Tennis – HOME
BSU Athletics – Men’s Tennis – HOME
Come see the Ball State Men's Tennis team in action against Northern Illinois University. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com
Ball State Athletics – Baseball – HOME
Ball State Athletics – Baseball – HOME
Come see the Ball State Baseball team in action against University of Toledo. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com.
4 events,
Mindbender Mansion
Minnetrista’s 33rd Annual Juried Art Show
A Wild Story – The David and Sarojini Johnson Print Collection
Horticulture Volunteer Days – March
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Women of Song
Women of Song
This annual Women of Song concert is presented in celebration of Women's History Month in conjunction with Ball State's Women's Week. It will feature Ball State's choral ensemble Vox Anima as well as guest choirs. Tickets available for purchase in
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Family Adventure Day: Spring Celebration
Family Adventure Day: Spring Celebration
March 22; 10 a.m.–Noon, 1–3 p.m., 4–6 p.m. Free community event Pre-registration recommended Who’s ready for an adventure? Bring your family and friends for a day full of adventures at Minnetrista! This free community event is open to the whole
DANCING WITH A BRUSH—PORTRAITS
DANCING WITH A BRUSH—PORTRAITS
Instructor: Ann Johnson, local artist and former owner of F.B. FoggLearn how to do a portrait in watercolor from an award-winning artist and entrepreneur. Be inspired as Ann shares her approach to creating fresh and expressive portraits. She’ll show you
Ball State Athletics – Baseball – HOME
Ball State Athletics – Baseball – HOME
Come see the Ball State Baseball team in action against Butler University. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com.
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Printmakers Panel
Printmakers Panel
Join the David Owsley Museum of Art for a panel featuring David and Sarojini Johnson in conversation with friends Colleen McKenna, Teddy Lepley, and Nathaniel Russell as they share perspectives on printmaking and DOMA's current special exhibition "A Wild Story:
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Ball State Athletics – Women’s Tennis – HOME
Ball State Athletics – Women’s Tennis – HOME
Come see the Ball State Women's Tennis team in action against University of Buffalo. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com. Notice: Weather may move this event indoors. Please check Ball State Sports website
Ball State Athletics – Softball – HOME
Ball State Athletics – Softball – HOME
Come see the Ball State Softball team in action against Central Michigan University. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com.
“Birth of Planet Earth” Planetarium Show
“Birth of Planet Earth” Planetarium Show
How did Earth come to be a life-supporting planet? Where did our Moon come from? What does Earth’s history tell us about our chances of finding other worlds that are truly Earth-like? This show tells the twisted tale of our
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Central Indiana Gun Shows
Central Indiana Gun Shows
Central Indiana Gun & Knife Show features an exhibit of new & used guns, custom & factory knives, military & war relics, home defense items, home security, gun, knife and military books, knife sharpening, hunting and military clothing and gun
Glass Workshop: Hot Shop Glass Easter Eggs – SOLD OUT
Glass Workshop: Hot Shop Glass Easter Eggs – SOLD OUT
Cost: $55; member discounts apply Registration deadline: March 15 Experience the heat and glow of the Marilyn K. Glick Center for Glass hot shop at Ball State University! Students from the Glick Center will guide participants in the art of
Family Workshop: Faerie Building Design
Family Workshop: Faerie Building Design
Free community event Registration deadline: March 23 Join Minnetrista and Ball State University’s College of Architecture and Planning for this unique design workshop. Kids will learn more about designing through hands-on experience by creating their own faerie buildings. This is
Ball State Athletics – Softball – HOME
Ball State Athletics – Softball – HOME
Come see the Ball State Baseball team in Double Hitter action against Central Michigan University. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com.
4 events,
Mindbender Mansion
Minnetrista’s 33rd Annual Juried Art Show
A Wild Story – The David and Sarojini Johnson Print Collection
Horticulture Volunteer Days – March
5 events,
Ball State Athletics – Baseball – HOME
Ball State Athletics – Baseball – HOME
Come see the Ball State Baseball team in action against Southern Indiana University. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com.
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All American Circus
All American Circus
Oscar Garcia and Stardust Circus Entertainment presents our all-new show for 2023. All American Circus is coming to a building near you! Featuring all the classics of a real American family circus! Come early and enjoy the kids fun zone
The Passing of the Buffalo: How the Statue Got to Muncie
The Passing of the Buffalo: How the Statue Got to Muncie
On April 25, 1976, Margaret Ball Petty and her son, Edmund, presented the bronze statue, “The Passing of the Buffalo,” to the city of Muncie as a memorial to husband and father Fred J. Petty. This is the story of
BSU Athletics – Softball – HOME
BSU Athletics – Softball – HOME
Come see the Ball State Softball team in Double Hitter action against Northern Illinois University. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com.
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Tea, Scones, Cozy Mysteries, and Not Your Grandmother’s Needlepoint
Tea, Scones, Cozy Mysteries, and Not Your Grandmother’s Needlepoint
This event combines a learning experience with an afternoon tea in the beautiful Ball Brothers mansion. Sally Jo Vasicko will discuss the high tea tradition, Reta Heinkel will talk about the Laura Childs tea shop mysteries, and Linda Burkhart will
PET PRODUCTIONS: CREATE YOUR OWN PET ACCESSORIES AND TOYS
PET PRODUCTIONS: CREATE YOUR OWN PET ACCESSORIES AND TOYS
Create your own personalized pet accessories! Learn about 3D and sublimation printing. Choose from a variety of pet products for dogs, cats, and more. NOTE: While pets are treasured members of our households, they don’t make for great collaborators in
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Ball State Athletics – Women’s Tennis – HOME
Ball State Athletics – Women’s Tennis – HOME
Come see the Ball State Women's Tennis team in action against Northern Illinois University. Support the Cardinals! Chirp! Chirp! Visit www.ballstatesports.com. Notice: Weather may move this event indoors. Please check Ball State Sports website
“Living Worlds” Planetarium Show
“Living Worlds” Planetarium Show
Whether earthly or alien, all life leaves a trace. Join narrator Daveed Diggs on a journey through space and time to discover how life makes Earth livable, where it could be found elsewhere in the cosmos, and what new technologies
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Country Flea Market
Country Flea Market
Delaware County Fairgrounds Located in Muncie Indiana, home of the Delaware County Fair as well as several other activities throughout the year! For information on this event and other activities visit https://delawarecountyfair.net/ This event is scheduled on the First Saturday of
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Indoor Market
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Indoor Market
Join us as Farmers Market moves indoors for the season. Connect with the community while discovering amazing local products!
Muncie Card & Collectible Show
Muncie Card & Collectible Show
FREE Admission!! Tons of vendors with Everything from sports to Pokémon, YuGiOh, MTG, toys, and collectibles! To become a vendor message here or text or call josh (765)716-1227 In the Heartland Building
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Albany Farmers Market – Winter
Albany Farmers Market – Winter
The Winter Market for the Albany Farmers Market will take place at the Albany United Methodist Church Youth Building (North of the Church at the stop light). The market will carry homemade items, produce, jewelry, etc. The market will be