General Events

April 27; 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Free community event
Center Building

Come together with Minnetrista, Muncie's Urban Forestry Committee, and our community partners for the Muncie Arbor Day celebration featuring a sapling giveaway. Engage in informative tree and sapling planting demos, offering practical insights for effective tree care. Unleash your creative side at craft stations, promoting artistic expression for families and children. Choose your sapling from our selection of oaks, sycamore, bald cypress, hawthorn, and more. Whether you need help planting a sapling, advice on selecting the perfect tree and its ideal location, or want to take part in a free raffle to win a tree, gardening tools, and other great prizes—you are in for an informative and enjoyable experience!

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

May 10; 4–8 p.m. & May 11; 9 a.m.–3 p.m. 
Free community event 

At Garden Fair, you'll discover a world of beautiful plants, landscaping tools, and crafts to enhance your summer gardening projects. This two-day community event is the perfect destination for foodies, music lovers, and garden enthusiasts alike. And that's not all, Garden Fair also includes live music, crafts and activities, a beer and wine garden, food, and much more. There will be something for everyone at this unique community event!  

In partnership with LeafGuard. 

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

May 10; 4–8 p.m. & May 11; 9 a.m.–3 p.m. 
Free community event 

At Garden Fair, you'll discover a world of beautiful plants, landscaping tools, and crafts to enhance your summer gardening projects. This two-day community event is the perfect destination for foodies, music lovers, and garden enthusiasts alike. And that's not all, Garden Fair also includes live music, crafts and activities, a beer and wine garden, food, and much more. There will be something for everyone at this unique community event!  

In partnership with LeafGuard. 

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

This professional development session will help participants understand how to take inventory of their current workplace culture and climate and develop skills to improve team member interactions. A basic understanding of belongingness will be discussed and how developing a sense of mattering can foster community.

Presenter: Michael A. Martinez, Associate Director of Training and Development, Office of Inclusive Excellence, Ball State University

No charge — Reservations required
Please reserve your space at:
https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

Center Building 
Cost: $30 per person, $15 for children ages 3–12, 2 and under are free | Member discounts apply 

Delight in a superb buffet intentionally crafted by our seasoned Hospitality team, with elevated cuisine to please every palate. Your ticket guarantees unlimited access to the buffet, complete with complimentary coffee, tea, and juices. Elevate your brunch experience by opting for our delightful mimosa upgrade. Pre-register for convenience, walk-ins are welcome as space allows. 

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

June 3–7; 9 a.m.–2 p.m. 
Cost: $275 | Member discounts apply 
Registration deadline: May 30 

Campers will learn to follow recipes, experiment with kitchen appliances, and broaden their culinary skills! The fun will include a cook-off where teams showcase their new skills and receive feedback from a professional chef on Minnetrista’s hospitality team.  

For young chefs 9–11 years old. Lunch provided. 

June 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, & 27; 8–11 a.m., June 8
9 a.m.–Noon
Free community event 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

If you are interested in volunteering, please email James Mitchell at jmitchell@minnetrista.net. 

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Cost: $55 – Reservations Required
Please register online at https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057
Limit of 12 students

Have you ever wanted to write your memoir, but didn't know where to start? Do you feel like it's an overwhelming task even if you have given it a try? Come join this class to get your memoir jumpstarted. Besides that, you will learn that you can write a memoir using poems, or a combination of both prose and poems. We will look at how you can frame your memoir around a major life event or a series of happenings that others can relate to. In this series of three class sessions, you can begin to piece together a manuscript that you can seek to publish for the masses, gift to your family, or just write for yourself. We will write from prompts that will "capture your life" and help you get your memories on the page and we'll share our work, ideas, concerns, questions, and epiphanies. Each of our three sessions will have a loose theme - but that doesn't mean we won't stray into some other themes during each session - writing has a way of doing that. Come and join in on the fun and surprises of writing your life!

Instructor: Lylanne Musselman, award-winning poet, playwright, and visual artist

June 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, & 27; 8–11 a.m., June 8
9 a.m.–Noon
Free community event 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

If you are interested in volunteering, please email James Mitchell at jmitchell@minnetrista.net. 

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

If you are looking for a new or different hobby, consider needlepointing. Today’s needlepointing is not the same as it was during your grandmother’s time. In each class you can create a one-of-a-kind needlepointed piece by selecting your own thread colors. The stitch guide that accompanies this project allows you to even choose the stitches you want to use to complete the project. Class is for the beginner, intermediate, or advanced needlepointer.  

Instructor: Linda Burkhardt, owner, Elegant Needleworks, Inc.

Reservations required
Please reserve online at:
https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

June 10–14; 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
Cost: $275 | Member Discounts Apply
Registration Deadline: June 6

Attention, aspiring young chefs! Grab your aprons and get ready to dive into the kitchen in our upper-level summer camp. Campers will whip up exciting new recipes, hone their skills with kitchen appliances, and explore techniques to expand their culinary palates.  

For young chefs 12–14 years old. Lunch provided. 

June 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, & 27; 8–11 a.m., June 8
9 a.m.–Noon
Free community event 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

If you are interested in volunteering, please email James Mitchell at jmitchell@minnetrista.net. 

June 12; 9 a.m.–5 p.m. 
Free community event  
Center Building, Oakhurst Home, & L.L. Ball Home  

Experience Minnetrista during this all-access event, tailored for older adults. Guests who are 60 or older will enjoy complimentary admission, captivating exhibitions, and exclusive activities crafted just for you! 

Generously sponsored by LifeStream Services and Meeks Mortuary. 

June 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, & 27; 8–11 a.m., June 8
9 a.m.–Noon
Free community event 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

If you are interested in volunteering, please email James Mitchell at jmitchell@minnetrista.net. 

International

Steampunk

Day After

June 14-16. 2024

Muncie, Indiana

Join the Steampunk Constortum & Queen City Steam for the weekend!

We will be exploring the city of Muncie through food, strolls and tours with the main event being a burlesque show on Saturday night

at The Mark III.

Main Event

10PM

The Mark III

Vintase Dolls & Autematons

by

The Fabulous Funcie Femmes

VID tickets are $20

General admission: $15

Friday

Dinner & Bar Crawl

Saturday

Brunch, Walking Tour l Dinner

Sunday

Brunch Meet-Up

Watch our Facebook Groups for ticket information: thequeencitysteam

thesteampunkconsortium

Make sure to check out

www.thesteampunkconsortium.org

for ticket purchases.

Hosted By:

The Steampunk Consortium

& Queen City Steam

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

International

Steampunk

Day After

June 14-16. 2024

Muncie, Indiana

Join the Steampunk Constortum & Queen City Steam for the weekend!

We will be exploring the city of Muncie through food, strolls and tours with the main event being a burlesque show on Saturday night

at The Mark III.

Main Event

10PM

The Mark III

Vintase Dolls & Autematons

by

The Fabulous Funcie Femmes

VID tickets are $20

General admission: $15

Friday

Dinner & Bar Crawl

Saturday

Brunch, Walking Tour l Dinner

Sunday

Brunch Meet-Up

Watch our Facebook Groups for ticket information: thequeencitysteam

thesteampunkconsortium

Make sure to check out

www.thesteampunkconsortium.org

for ticket purchases.

Hosted By:

The Steampunk Consortium

& Queen City Steam

Member discounts apply 
Center Building 

Indulge in an exceptional buffet by our skilled Hospitality team, featuring elevated cuisine to satisfy your culinary cravings. Your ticket includes unlimited access to the buffet, inclusive of complimentary coffee, tea, and juices. Enhance your brunch experience by opting for a mimosa upgrade. Pre-register for convenience, walk-ins are welcome as space allows. 

International

Steampunk

Day After

June 14-16. 2024

Muncie, Indiana

Join the Steampunk Constortum & Queen City Steam for the weekend!

We will be exploring the city of Muncie through food, strolls and tours with the main event being a burlesque show on Saturday night

at The Mark III.

Main Event

10PM

The Mark III

Vintase Dolls & Autematons

by

The Fabulous Funcie Femmes

VID tickets are $20

General admission: $15

Friday

Dinner & Bar Crawl

Saturday

Brunch, Walking Tour l Dinner

Sunday

Brunch Meet-Up

Watch our Facebook Groups for ticket information: thequeencitysteam

thesteampunkconsortium

Make sure to check out

www.thesteampunkconsortium.org

for ticket purchases.

Hosted By:

The Steampunk Consortium

& Queen City Steam

June 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, & 27; 8–11 a.m., June 8
9 a.m.–Noon
Free community event 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

If you are interested in volunteering, please email James Mitchell at jmitchell@minnetrista.net. 

June 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, & 27; 8–11 a.m., June 8
9 a.m.–Noon
Free community event 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

If you are interested in volunteering, please email James Mitchell at jmitchell@minnetrista.net. 

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

Free community event  
Center Building, Heritage Collection Gallery  

Join Karen Vincent, local historian, and author behind Ball Stores: East Central Indiana’s Shopping Center, as she leads a discussion through Minnetrista’s Ball Stores exhibition. Take a trip down memory lane to the vibrant era of downtown department store shopping, uncover fascinating tales from Ball Stores, and discover Karen’s process of transforming research and writing into a buzz-worthy book that has captivated our community! 

June 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, & 27; 8–11 a.m., June 8
9 a.m.–Noon
Free community event 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

If you are interested in volunteering, please email James Mitchell at jmitchell@minnetrista.net. 

June 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, & 27; 8–11 a.m., June 8
9 a.m.–Noon
Free community event 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

If you are interested in volunteering, please email James Mitchell at jmitchell@minnetrista.net. 

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

No Charge – Reservations Required
Please reserve at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057
Open to age 21 and older
A reception and book signing to follow the presentation

Join us for a captivating evening featuring award-winning writer, researcher, and editor Keith Roysdon, alongside esteemed author and former journalist Jill Blocker. Together, they will engage in a compelling discussion about their latest works and offer insights into their unique perspectives.

Keith Roysdon, a lifelong Indiana resident now residing in Tennessee, will discuss the latest book he co-authored with Douglas Walker, Cold Case Muncie. The book marks the duo's fourth collaboration on crime and justice in Muncie and Delaware County. It delves into the chilling narratives of unsolved murders in the area, providing a gripping exploration of the mysteries that haunt the community. Roysdon will also talk about writing fiction, including recently published short stories.

Joining Roysdon is Ball State alum Jill Blocker, author of What Was Beautiful and Good. Her novel transports readers to the tumultuous era of the First World War, where a young singer's ‘joie de vivre’ is disrupted by the chaos of conflict. Blocker's narrative explores themes of freedom and resilience, inspired by real-life events that sparked an international art movement. Originally from the U.S., Blocker currently lives in Zurich, Switzerland.

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

No Charge—Reservations Required
Please reserve your space at https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

Roy Weaver and Shawn Sriver, co-authors of “Running Against the Grain: The Story of Philadelphia Eagle and Movie Star Timmy Brown,” will detail the story of Timmy Brown who went from being a child of divorce to living at an orphanage in rural Indiana to a sports success at Ball State. In the 1960s, he played pro football at Green Bay and in Philadelphia. More than 50 years after he left the Eagles, he still held four team records. He ended his career as a Baltimore Colt in Super Bowl Ill. 

Timmy also aspired to have equal success on stage, as a singer and actor. His recordings and live appearances scored in the Philadelphia area, and his acting career led him to roles in two of the most acclaimed movies of the 1970s. 

Presenters: Roy Weaver, Former Dean, Teachers College, and Shawn Sriver, Entertainment Historian, and Accreditation and Assessment Coordinator, Teachers College, Ball State University

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.

Free community event

Farmers Market is the perfect place to discover fresh produce, baked goods, plants, eggs, meats, and more! Connect with local vendors and experience what our community has to offer. 

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors. 

The outdoor Farmers Market is generously presented by 3Rivers Federal Credit Union.