1,559 past events with the downtown tag
11 upcoming events with this tagNov 17, 2023
Friday
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Gene Deer Harvest Jam
5pm @
Farm Stand Second Story Lounge
Above The Downtown Farm Stand
107 S Mulberry St. Muncie, IN. 47305
Cost: $6 Ages: 18+ Gene Deer will jam his own mix of originals, blues, rock, and country. You will always hear something new from Gene! His guitar licks will leave you wanting more, his songwriting is soulful and real. Jeff Napier from Nuovo Magazine said in 2016, “Gene Deer is absolutely the most underrated Hoosier musical treasure still walking the Earth.” You will never get a better venue to hear Gene Deer, and he loves playing here. Get your ticket today for the harvest jam
We'll be serving a sausage, smoked chicken, and shrimp gumbo! Also a vegetarian jambalaya! Shrimp cocktail and a brie cheese appetizer!
Doors open at 5:00
Show time 7:00
Nov 27, 2023
Monday
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Ceramic Holiday Ornaments
6pm to 8pm @
Madjax Muncie
Art Studio/Classroom - 2nd Floor
515 East Main Street Muncie, In 47302
Cost: $10 per person due at registration Ages: 16+; 8+ with registered adult Create and sculpt your own custom holiday ornaments. During the first session participants will use hand-building pottery techniques to form their own custom ornaments or keepsakes. In the second session participants will use under-glaze to paint and decorate their creations.
Ornaments will be available in early December for pick-up after they have been glazed and fired in the kiln.
Event Details:
***THIS IS A 2-PART WORKSHOP AND YOU MUST BE ABLE TO ATTEND BOTH SESSIONS***
2-PART WORKSHOP DATES: Monday, November 27
Wednesday, November 29
TIMES: 6:00–8:00pm
LOCATION: Madjax Maker Force, 515 E. Main St. Muncie, IN 47305
COST: $10 PER PERSON DUE AT REGISTRATION
This workshop is recommended for adults or families. Youth aged 16 or older may register independently. Youth younger than 16 may register if accompanied by a registered adult. This class is led by Tammeron & Anna Francis, a husband and wife team from ClayWood Pottery.
All of our workshops and classes are led by professional makers, artists, entrepreneurs, educators and community partners. We strive to provide high-quality and unique learning experiences. Registration will close up to 72 hours prior to the start of the event to provide time for instructors to prepare.
*Note: Registrations and email reminders will be processed through SimpleTix. For multi-session workshops, only the first class meeting will appear on your ticket.Special thanks to our grant funders and donors who make our workshops financially accessible. Scholarships are available for individuals and families with a demonstrated need. Email kyra@madjax.org for more info.
Dec 7, 2023
Thursday
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December's First Thursday (full listing)
5pm to 8pm @
Downtown Muncie
Downtown Development
Canan Commons
Kick-Off Event: Spread the Christmas cheer with galleries, restaurants, retailers, and neighbors throughout DWNTWN during December’s First Thursday:-Community Tree Lighting (6pm) with Animated Light Show Synchronized to Music
-Santa & The Kiddie Express Train at Canan Commons
-Holiday Gift Market by the Muncie Makers Market
-Holiday Gallery Walk
-Live Music & Performances
-Starting at 5pm at Canan Commons: The Harmony Players, Muncie Community Elementary School Choir, Code Red Dancers, George Wolfe and Friends, and Greg Rhodes
-Santa, Charlie Cardinal, Rudy the RoadRunner, Rudolph and Frosty will all be on hand for holiday cheer and selfies!
-Enjoy music and light shows at 6, 7, 8, and 9pm every Thursday-Sunday in December at Canan CommonsNEW THIS YEAR!
HOLIDAY WINDOW DISPLAY CONTEST
Businesses all across DWNTWN are getting in the holiday spirit and decorating their storefront windows—or their entire building. Explore DWNTWN and experience the holiday cheer during Light Up DWNTWN all December long. Vote for your favorite display and they might win a $500 micro-grant for their business! Check back soon to see the list of participating businesses and submit your ballot. Voting will be open December 7–31, 2023.DWNTWN businesses: Want in? Email cheryl@downtownmuncie.org by Friday, December 1 to register for the contest!
111 Arts Gallery
111 E. Main
We are having our Christmas specials (Krampus tattoos) featuring a variety of images of Christmas devils for your tattoo fantasy. Our window is also decorated to add to it. Whether you collect tattoos or not, stop in and check out the museum!The Bargain Box
607 E. Charles St (behind McDonald’s)
Holiday Boutique at the Bargain Box is a boutique shopping experience at resale prices. The Holiday Boutique is open Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10 am to 2 pm and Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm. With special hours for First Thursday, 5 pm to 8 pm. Operated by the ladies of Psi Iota Xi - Alpha Chapter, all proceeds from the Holiday Boutique and Bargain Box are gifted back into our community. Last year Psi Iota Xi – Alpha Chapter was able to support the following organizations A Better Way, Cornerstone Center for the Arts, Guardian Advocates, Masterworks Chorale, United Day Care, and Youth Symphony Orchestra. Since 1963 $1,130,578 have been gifted back to Muncie’s non-profit organizations. Come Shop the Box!Carrie Wright Silk Gifts and Gallery
405 S. Walnut (above the Caffeinery)
We offer fine artisan-made gifts at every price point, including some unique stocking stuffers under $15! Stop by for a delicious cup of Ghirardelli hot cocoa and receive a free gift with every purchase, our way to show you how much we appreciate you!The Clubhouse
115 S. Walnut
Visit us on Thursday December 7th for buy one get one free dinners from 5pm – 9pm! We’ll also have a free kids crafting corner where they can make their own Holiday ornaments. Frosty and Rudolph will be on site from 7pm until 8pm for the perfect winter photo op.College of Architecture and Planning, Ball State University
#HeartofMuncie (an Exhibition)
220 S Walnut St (Black Glass Building)
The iMADE immersive learning studio through Ball State’s College of Architecture and Planning (CAP) is showcasing their work for the semester. Come to see the students’ master planning strategy for the city of Muncie as well as their work on the column installation in Accutech’s parking lot.Conflux III (Interactive Installation)
220 S Walnut St (Black Glass Building)
BSU’s IDIA Lab, also from CAP, will present an interactive installation using AI – triggered by a QR code and cellphone on the exterior of Muncie’s own Skidmore Owings and Merrill designed building at 220 S Walnut Street. The event will take place from 5-8pm. All are welcome to attend and free food and drinks will be provided.Cornerstone Center for the Arts
520 E. Main
We are celebrating 22 years of FIRST THURSDAY in Muncie. At Cornerstone Center for the Arts, we have a Muncie artwork donation exhibit, which is now 20% off. Many pieces of this generous donation were originally purchased from Gordy’s Fine Arts and Framing, and there are over 40 pieces. They include ceramics, sculpture, fiber art, prints, paintings, and drawings. If you’re a patron of Muncie arts don’t miss this incredible installation, or your opportunity to purchase some amazing art. All proceeds go to Cornerstone Center for the Arts and can be viewed in Cornerstone’s Judith Barnes Memorial Gallery. The event is being coordinated by Artist in Residence Debra Gindhart.Community artists participating this December include Val Kelley, Mikell Vawter, Angel Gillette, Liliana Osborne, Tom Stader, Jill Palumbo, Jennifer Morris, Ashley Lambert, Stefan McKell, Early Kenny, and Kristin Ramsey.
Cornerstone staff artists include Mike Lassiter and Debra Gindhart Dragoo.
Music guest: Dj Kendrick ShadoanCornerstone Center for the Arts offers opportunities for creative expression for all through community and rental spaces in a historic setting. Cornerstone is home to The Masterworks Chorale and Orchestra Indiana for additional information go to Cornerstone's website.
Gordy Fine Art & Framing Co.
224 E. Main
Holiday Party and Salon Show with music by Barry Banks. This will start a 10% sale on all artworks in the gallery which will run through December 16th. The gallery is filled with paintings, prints, pottery, journals, scarves, and jewelry made by artists with connections to Muncie and our region. Refreshments will be served.Grace Episcopal Church
300 S. Madison
All are welcome to a concert of “Organ Music for the Nativity Season” at Grace Episcopal Church, 300 S. Madison (corner Adams & Madison–next to iconic McDonald’s sign). Fr. Paul Jacobson, pastor of the church and accomplished musician, will perform beginning at 7:00. The program and reception following are free and open to the public.Kat’s Crystals & Curiosities
111 E Adams St
Join us at Kat’s Crystals to shop 11% off our entire store from 5-8pm. We feature items from 14 local artists and makers in our store! We have original paintings, prints, jewelry, crochet, wreaths, candles, and so many more hand crafted items. This is the perfect opportunity to give the gift of handmade this holiday season. We will also be offering free refreshments!Madjax Muncie
515 E. Main St.
DESIGN LAB POP-UP WORKSHOP: ORNAMENTS
Join us in the Design Lab on First Thursday from 5–8 pm! Personalize and engrave your own wooden ornament using the Glowforge laser cutter and engraver. No pre-registration is required. 5–8pm (Drop in anytime)Parking available in the lot at the corner of Main St and Monroe St
Free for Design Lab members, $5 per ornament for nonmembersCFA: Crosby Family Art
Join us for First Thursday at Madjax! Crosby Family Art is thrilled to be at Madjax for an unforgettable First Thursday event. Explore our vibrant collection of art pieces crafted by the talented Crosby family. From stunning paintings to unique jewelry, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness creativity in action! Mark your calendar and come celebrate art with us at Madjax on December 7th from 5-8pm. See you there!Muncie Artist’s Guild
Various locations
MAggie Abby Molino is our Muncie Artists Guild's Artist of the Month for December 2023.Artist Statement/Bio:
I came to Earth loving buffalo, boots, hats and horses and howled when Mother tried to get me into dresses. Then Mother sewed me a dress with horses on the material and I had been outsmarted. There’s still a remnant of that dress in the little pink box Grandpa brought me my first sewing machine in. I love to sew.That was about the same time my father showed me how to use the Kodak Instamatic. Yet another true love was born. I’ve not been without a camera since.
In grade school, I met the piano and the pencil. I wrote poems and drew horse farm plans, Indiana sunsets and insects. I was the 1968 Indiana State 4-H Champion of Entomology Insect Identification and won a trip to New York City and Washington DC.I was still studying piano and performing on stage when I went to Indiana University Bloomington a few years later. There I majored in Journalism and Communications and took photography classes. I loved the dark room and the film camera.
While pursuing journalism I got a job at Bloomington Hospital as a clinical secretary and somehow, despite dreams of a radio broadcast career, I graduated, after five and a half years of studying, with a BSN in Nursing from IU Indianapolis. Nursing allows room for variety. I’ve co-owned a custom marine canvas shop where I designed boat tops and boat covers and worked as a professional seamstress while I water-skied my heart out and raised two boys; had a 50-year career in health care working in Clinics, Emergency Rooms, Psychiatric facilities, Hospitals and Nursing Homes; went through a stack of cameras of all types; and raised a riding and driving horse along with a menagerie of goats, sheep, geese, ducks, dogs, cats and pigs. While I haven’t owned a buffalo, I do decorate my house with bison, have a collection of boots and hats and wear them regularly. I now play a keyboard and am a Google Guide with over a thousand photos on line with nearly 23,500,000 views of my pictures.
As I say in my Google Bio: Nurse, Writer, Poet, Musician, Artist. Forever just isn’t long enough to explore life to its fullest, but photography helps.
Her work will be shown at the following locations:
Northwest Bank (E Charles), Old National Bank (S Madison), Rosebud Coffee House, Vera Mae's Bistro, and Parlour Salon.Muncie Makers Market
227 S. Walnut
The Holiday Gift Market at Light Up DWNTWN, presented by the Muncie Makers Market, is your chance to shop early! We are excited to be at the heart of it all! From 5-8pm, at the Royalty Event Center at 227 South Walnut Street, between Heorot Pub and Trust Your Butcher Steakhouse, we will show up BRIGHT and MERRY showcasing local businesses, all with handmade creations and homemade goodies! We really hope that you will #ShopSmallFirst this season!Join your community at Light Up DWNTWN for a delightful and fun evening of shopping - America's Hometown Band will have a Jazz Combo outside and All Out Productions will bring the holiday tunes inside!
Muncie Makes Lab
628 S. Walnut
“Something Every Week”
Curator: Ben Fusco
Artists: Alyvia Hebner, Matt Holman, Olivia Smith, Sam Meyers, Ricardo Ayala, Finn Hannan, Katie Holland, Mary Kate Hopf, Justine Horlander, Nathan Horlander, Nicole Pokorny, Nathan FreybergerOver 30 weeks between January and August of 2023, 13 artists/designers committed to making something every week, intending to display it on a 9x 12 paper poster. There were no limitations to what could be made as long as it was something every week. Some participants used their posters as an opportunity to experiment with mediums, styles, and techniques, while others drew inspiration from activities and environments. The collection of posters becomes a record of experiences over the 30 weeks. The project's foundational belief is that the more that can be created and seen, the stronger the initial ideas become and the more they can grow and change.
Plsypace
304 S. Walnut
Local artists, Aimee Maychack and Mary Arnett-Delaney (M.A-D.), are hosting a pop-up shop featuring a variety of unique items. Inspired largely by the natural world, Aimee creates cards, mini-graphic novels (zines), paintings and linocut prints. M.A-D’s artwork finds humor and sincerity through zines, prints, paintings and stickers. There's something for everyone at affordable prices just in time for your holiday shopping. Stop by Plyspace at 304 S. Walnut St. (next door to Forever Toys) for this exclusive pop-up and support local art!Vera Mae’s Bistro
207-209 S. Walnut
First Thursday Cajun Night at Vera’s! Featuring Fresh Oysters other Cajun fixin’s. Or join us for a cocktail amidst our beautiful Holiday décor!- Muncie's Annual Holiday Gift Market at Light Up DWNTWN 5pm to 8pm @ Royalty Event Center Between Trust Your Butcher Steakhouse and Heorot Pub & Draughthouse. 227 South Walnut Street
The 2023 Holiday Gift Market at Light Up DWNTWN is SOON! PLEASE TELL EVERYONE! We are small businesses in a small town, your word of mouth referral will really help us, thank you!
We have all been working very hard to bring this special event to you and we can’t wait to show you! You will find a great choice of high quality and unique gifts for your lists here! Presented by the Muncie Makers Market, your chance to shop early will be kicking off the Winter season in Downtown Muncie. We invite you to celebrate with us!
The next BIG event for the Muncie Makers Market is the Holiday Gift Market, on December 7th, during December's First Thursday, which is Light Up DWNTWN, from 5-8p, at the Royalty Event Center. There will be fun events all over Downtown Muncie which are sponsored by the Muncie Downtown Development Partnership, and we are excited to be at the heart of it all! Every December’s First Thursday is branded as Light Up DWNTWN and we will show up BRIGHT and MERRY!
The Holiday Gift Market showcases local business! All with handmade creations, homemade delights, locally grown goodies, and SO MUCH MORE! We really hope that you will #ShopSmallFirst this season!
Our event location is the brand new Royalty Event Center at 227 South Walnut Street, right between Heorot Pub & Draughthouse and Lahody’s Trust Your Butcher Steakhouse, just North of the intersection of Walnut and Adams. Very easy to find, with lots of free parking all around!
Join your community at Light Up DWNTWN for a fun evening of shopping in a festive environment. America's Hometown Band will have a Jazz Combo at our entrance and we’ll have All Out Productions inside with the holiday tunes! AND Royalty Event Center will host a cash Beer/Wine/Spritzer Bar all evening! We encourage folks to #ShopLocal on First Thursday, December 7, 2023 from 5-8p INDOORS with the wonderful local Growers and Makers of the Muncie Makers Market at Light Up DWNTWN in Downtown Muncie at our Holiday Gift Market! DO NOT MISS THIS! Please spread the word!
All Vendors must register in advance - currently this event is full with a Waiting List.
- Muncie's Annual Holiday Gift Market at Light Up DWNTWN 5pm to 8pm @ Royalty Event Center Between Trust Your Butcher Steakhouse and Heorot Pub & Draughthouse. 227 South Walnut Street
The 2023 Holiday Gift Market at Light Up DWNTWN is SOON! PLEASE TELL EVERYONE! We are small businesses in a small town, your word of mouth referral will really help us, thank you!
We have all been working very hard to bring this special event to you and we can’t wait to show you! You will find a great choice of high quality and unique gifts for your lists here! Presented by the Muncie Makers Market, your chance to shop early will be kicking off the Winter season in Downtown Muncie. We invite you to celebrate with us!
The next BIG event for the Muncie Makers Market is the Holiday Gift Market, on December 7th, during December's First Thursday, which is Light Up DWNTWN, from 5-8p, at the Royalty Event Center. There will be fun events all over Downtown Muncie which are sponsored by the Muncie Downtown Development Partnership, and we are excited to be at the heart of it all! Every December’s First Thursday is branded as Light Up DWNTWN and we will show up BRIGHT and MERRY!
The Holiday Gift Market showcases local business! All with handmade creations, homemade delights, locally grown goodies, and SO MUCH MORE! We really hope that you will #ShopSmallFirst this season!
Our event location is the brand new Royalty Event Center at 227 South Walnut Street, right between Heorot Pub & Draughthouse and Lahody’s Trust Your Butcher Steakhouse, just North of the intersection of Walnut and Adams. Very easy to find, with lots of free parking all around!
Join your community at Light Up DWNTWN for a fun evening of shopping in a festive environment. America's Hometown Band will have a Jazz Combo at our entrance and we’ll have All Out Productions inside with the holiday tunes! AND Royalty Event Center will host a cash Beer/Wine/Spritzer Bar all evening! We encourage folks to #ShopLocal on First Thursday, December 7, 2023 from 5-8p INDOORS with the wonderful local Growers and Makers of the Muncie Makers Market at Light Up DWNTWN in Downtown Muncie at our Holiday Gift Market! DO NOT MISS THIS! Please spread the word!
All Vendors must register in advance - currently this event is full with a Waiting List.
Dec 8, 2023
Friday
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Queer Family Movie Night
7pm @
Muncie OUTreach
YWCA Gym
310 E Charles St
Dec 31, 2023
Sunday
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Fabulous Funcie Femmes Present: NYE 2024
7pm @
Mark III Tap Room
306 S Walnut St, Muncie, Indiana 47305
Cost: Presale: $15 GA, $20 VIP//Door: $20 GA, $25 VIP Ages: 21+ Jan 4, 2024
Thursday
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January's First Thursday (full listing)
5pm to 8pm @
Downtown Muncie
Cornerstone Center for the Arts
520 E. Main
CCA is continuing our Muncie artwork donation exhibit, with many new pieces added to the collection for January First Thursday. This generous LOCAL ART DONATION includes ceramics, sculpture, fiber art, prints, paintings, and drawings. If you’re a patron of Muncie arts don’t miss this incredible installation, or your opportunity to purchase some amazing art. All proceeds go to Cornerstone Center for the Arts and can be viewed in Cornerstone’s Judith Barnes Memorial Gallery, 2nd floor. Community artists participating in January 2024 First Thursday at CCA include Val Kelley, Mikell Vawter, Alyssa Geary, Blu Dawn, Barbara Howrey, Lily Elizabeth Catron, Jill Palumbo, Tom Stader, Stephen M. Millben II, Muncie Map Company studio, and more. Cornerstone Artist in Residence Debra Gindhart Dragoo is curating this monthly community event. Music guest: Nash Hammond; singer- songwriter.Cornerstone Center for the Arts offers opportunities for creative expression for all through community and rental spaces in a historic setting. Cornerstone is home to The Masterworks Chorale and Orchestra Indiana.
Madjax Muncie
515 E. Main St.
Design Lab at Madjax Pop-Up Workshop: Create Your Own Magnet. Join us in the Design Lab at Madjax on Thursday, January 4 from 5–8 pm! Design and press your own magnet. Either create a design or upload a photo, then print your finished magnet design on sublimation paper and press it on the heat press. No pre-registration is required. Drop in anytime. Free for Design Lab members, $5 per magnet for nonmembers.Muncie Artist’s Guild
Various locations
Lylanne Musselman is our Muncie Artists Guild's Artist of the Month for January 2024.Artist Statement/Bio:
Lylanne Musselman is an award-winning poet, visual artist, and playwright. Lylanne specializes in people and pet portraits in pastels, gouache, and acrylics. She has traveled coast to coast doing cat shows, pet expos, and art fairs with her pet portraits. Lylanne has exhibited her work at Hoosier Salon, Watercolor Society of Indiana, Ventures in Creativity, Will Vawter Annual, Wabash Valley Exhibition, Northern Indiana Pastel Society, Indiana Heritage Arts, Open Space, and Minnetrista’s Annual Juried Show, among many others. She writes poems bi-monthly for Hancock County Arts Newsletter’s “Pause for Words.” Her art has appeared on the covers of a couple of her poetry chapbooks, and it has appeared in several literary journals, including Etchings 36.1, and the featured artist for Last Stanza Poetry Journal, Issue 3. Musselman teaches writing at Ivy Tech Community College and Indiana Writers Center.Her work will be shown at the following locations:
Northwest Bank (E Charles), Old National Bank (S Madison), Rosebud Coffee House, Vera Mae's Bistro, and Parlour Salon.Listing of works on display:
Lylanne Musselman
“Cap ‘n Kid”
Gouache
9x12
$375
Lylanne Musselman
“Riding Off Into a Tucson Sunset”
Gouache
16x20
$425
Lylanne Musselman
“Flying High”
Acrylic
14x18
$225
Lylanne Musselman
“Masquerading as Plague Doctor”
Acrylic
16x20
$250
Lylanne Musselman
“Muncie Depot WWII Sendoff”
Pastel
18x22
$495Jan 26, 2024
Friday
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2024 Indiana Economic Outlook
11:30am to 1:30pm @
Horizon Convention Center
Delaware Hall
401 S High Street
Cost: $40 individual / $240 table sponsor (6 seats per table) How will our national and regional economy perform in 2024? How will inflation continue to affect businesses and households? Get insight at the 28th annual Indiana Economic Outlook luncheon, sponsored by First Merchants Bank.
This event includes lunch, the 2024 economic forecast, and a keynote presentation by Todd Young, U.S. Senator for Indiana.
Speakers
- Todd Young is a U.S. Senator for the State of Indiana.
- Michael J. Hicks, PhD is the G&F Ball distinguished professor of economics and director of CBER at Ball State University.
Registration
- Register no later than Jan. 15, 2024 (5 PM Eastern)
All attendees MUST register online by Jan. 15, 2024. No walk-ins, registration or payment will be accepted on event day. Price includes event seating and a plated lunch—please select your entree and specify dietary needs on the registration form.
Note to Journalists: Email us to make media accommodations no later than Jan. 15th. All journalists must present their press credentials at the door.
This event is proudly sponsored by First Merchants Bank.
Feb 1, 2024
Thursday
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Februrary's First Thursday (full listing)
5pm to 8pm @
Downtown Muncie
The Clubhouse
115 S. Walnut
Visit us on Thursday February 1st for buy one get one free dinners from 5pm – 9pm!Cornerstone Center for the Arts
520 E. Main
Cornerstone Center for the arts introduces Mikell Vawter as our February featured artist exhibition in our Judith Barnes Memorial Gallery. Vawter speaks on her artworks, “I am a self taught artist originally from Northwest Indiana. I moved to Muncie in October 2022. I specialize in portraits of both animals and people. I do commissions from photographs. I love monsters and fictional characters. I hope someday I can have my own studio/ gallery, but for now I create in my porch turned into an art room.” Meet the artist at February’s First Thursday.CCA is also excited to announce our monthly musical guest is Arttacgo Alexander. Mr. Arttacgo is a performing arts educator and community engagement coordinator on a mission to create performing arts jobs right here in Delaware County. First Thursdays is the first stop on Mr. Arttacgo's Community Concert Tour, where he will be entertaining the crowd with original music from various genres. Are you ready to be entertained?
CCA will again host several talented community artists and makers.
Cornerstone Center for the Arts is a cultural hub located in Muncie, Indiana. It hosts various arts-related activities, classes, and events. If you have specific questions or if there’s something particular you’d like to know about Cornerstone Center for the Arts, feel free to ask! Cornerstone Center for the Arts offers opportunities for creative expression for all through community and rental spaces in a historic setting. Cornerstone is home to The Masterworks Chorale and Orchestra Indiana.Gordy Fine Art & Framing Co.
224 E. Main
Gordy Fine Art and Framing is proud to highlight the art of printmaker Sarojini Johnson, Professor of Art in the Ball State University School of Art. The party will be on First Thursday, February 1, from 5 – 8 pm. The artist will be on hand. Light refreshments will be served, and the public is invited to attend.Sarojini Jha Johnson has been a printmaker for over four decades, known mostly for color intaglio printmaking a complex and physically demanding process. The prints in this show represent some of her most ambitious work from throughout her career. Currently teaching intaglio printmaking at Ball State University since 1985, Johnson received an MFA in printmaking from Miami University. Her work intertwines memories and impressions of India, featuring native animals and plants rendered in colors connected to her cultural heritage and her family.
At 6:15, Sarojini will speak about her work and her techniques.
The exhibit will remain on view through March 16.
Gordy Fine Art and Framing Company promotes talented artists and offers expert design and craftsmanship for framing and displaying treasured family possessions and works of art. Summer Invitational may also be viewed through the end of August during regular business hours: Monday through Friday, 9 am – 5:30 pm, Saturday, 10 am – 3 pm. Gordy Fine Art and Framing Company is located at 224 East Main Street, next door to Muncie Civic Theatre. For more information, visit www.gordyframing.com or call 765-284-8422.
Madjax Muncie
515 E. Main St.
Join us in the Design Lab on Thursday, February 1 for a pop-up workshop! Create and customize up to 5 one-of-a kind valentine cards using unique craft supplies and custom stamps. Our Design Lab staff will guide you in the process and will also be on hand for tours and to answer any questions about the lab. All ages welcome.Cost: Free for Design Lab and CO:LAB members, nonmembers pay $5 for 5 cards
Muncie Artist’s Guild
Various locations
Kerry Anne Craft is our Muncie Artists Guild's Artist of the Month for February 2024.Kerry's Artist Statement/Bio:
I realized from a very early age that I loved to draw. I believe one of the ways I have managed through the years is finding and focusing on the beautiful things around me. Hopefully by using the gifts and abilities I’ve been given, I’ve captured some of that beauty for you. What artist doesn’t want to touch the heart of others with their work? That’s my true reward. I’ve been having a lot of fun capturing different historic monuments and locations here in my hometown, Muncie. One of the responsibilities we all have is to do what we love. It’s how we bless others, and I truly enjoy my work. Hopefully you enjoy it as well. It’s a little taste of where we’re from.Her work will be shown at the following locations: Northwest Bank (E Charles), Old National Bank (S Madison), Rosebud Coffee House, Vera Mae's Bistro, and Parlour Salon.
Vera Mae’s Bistro
207-209 S. Walnut
First Thursday Cajun Night at Vera’s! Featuring Fresh Oysters other Cajun fixin’s.Feb 16, 2024
Friday
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Kirk Whalum Jazz Concert
7pm to 8:30pm @
Cornerstone Center for the Arts
Main Auditorium
520 E Main St. Muncie, IN 47305
Feb 24, 2024
Saturday
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Intro to Vinyl Creations
1pm to 4pm @
Madjax Maker Force
Design Lab on the first floor (Main St entrance)
515 E Main St, Muncie, IN 47305
Cost: $20, Scholarships are available. Must pre register. Ages: 16+, 13+ with an adult Mar 2, 2024
Saturday
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Custom Keepsake Boxes
1pm to 4pm @
Madjax Maker Force
515 E Main St, Muncie, IN 47305
Cost: $15, Scholarships available, Must register in advance Ages: 16+, 13+ with an adult Practice painting and appliqué techniques to create your own custom wooden keepsake box. This workshop will teach you how to create an original Keepsake Box while having fun doing it. Professional crafter Jennifer Amos will guide participants through a fun interactive afternoon painting, decorating, sealing, and decorating their own custom keepsake boxes. These small wooden boxes would make a great gift for Easter or Mother’s Day, could store cherished items from Baby’s First Year, a far-away loved one, or serve as a family heirloom in the making.
Mar 7, 2024
Thursday
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March's First Thursday (full listing)
5pm to 8pm @
Downtown Muncie
111 Arts Gallery
111 E. Main
As always, 111 Arts Gallery has artwork from Ron Bias, a Fort Recovery artist who recently passed. We have tattoo artifacts he made from 1981-82. Moving to Indiana, tattooing was illegal so he began to do tombstones. Celebrate the life of Ron Bias. Stop by to see his tattoo art and get a tattoo.Cornerstone Center for the Arts
520 E. Main
Join Maya Doss inside the Judith Barnes Memorial Gallery on the 2nd Floor of Cornerstone Center for the Arts for the opening reception of her first gallery showing- Resurrect on March 7th from 5-8pm! Celebrate our regenerated spirits awakening in the Spring sun by walking through 10-years worth of Maya's artwork themed around death and rebirth, personal transformation, and spiritual visions. Her collection will be up the entire month of March, but on March 7th, alongside Muncie's traditional First Thursday celebration, will be the opening reception for her curated collection. Join the local art scene for Maya Doss' speech, refreshments, and to tell her how her artwork has impacted you!CCA will again also host several talented community artists and makers, which are listed below:
Musical guest: Katie Jo Robinson
Cornerstone Center For the Arts community artists, creatives, and makers: Stefan Mckell, Val Kelley, Janessa Erickson , Alyssa Geary, Lily Elizabeth Catron, Mikell Vawter, Zanita Whitley, Tom Stader, Angel Gillette, Will Britton Jr., Lucas Jared, Michael Lassiter, Jill Palumbo, Hannah Zedaker, William Erickson, Debra Gindhart Dragoo (First Thursday curator and Muncie community arts advocate).Cornerstone Center for the Arts is a cultural hub located in Muncie, Indiana. It hosts various arts-related activities, classes, and events. If you have specific questions or if there’s something particular you’d like to know about Cornerstone Center for the Arts, feel free to ask! Cornerstone Center for the Arts offers opportunities for creative expression for all through community and rental spaces in a historic setting. Cornerstone is home to The Masterworks Chorale and Orchestra Indiana
First Thursday Events located on the Second Floor on March 7 from 5-8pm. First Thursday Events located on the Second Floor on March 7 from 5-8pm.
Gordy Fine Art & Framing Co.
224 E. Main
Gordy Fine Art and Framing will celebrate the First Thursday in March with a party on the 7th from 5 – 7 pm. Art by printmaker Sarojini Johnson, Professor of Art in the Ball State University School of Art will be on view. Light refreshments will be served, and the public is invited to attend.Sarojini Jha Johnson has been a printmaker for over four decades, known mostly for color intaglio printmaking, a complex and physically demanding process. The prints in this show represent some of her most ambitious work from throughout her career. Currently teaching intaglio printmaking at Ball State University since 1985, Johnson received an MFA in printmaking from Miami University. Her work intertwines memories and impressions of India, featuring native animals and plants rendered in colors connected to her cultural heritage and her family.
The exhibit will remain on view through March 16.
Gordy Fine Art and Framing Company promotes talented artists and offers expert design and craftsmanship for framing and displaying treasured family possessions and works of art. Summer Invitational may also be viewed through the end of August during regular business hours: Monday through Friday, 9 am – 5:30 pm, Saturday, 10 am – 3 pm. Gordy Fine Art and Framing Company is located at 224 East Main Street, next door to Muncie Civic Theatre. For more information, visit www.gordyframing.com or call 765-284-8422.
Muncie Artist’s Guild
Various locations
Stephen M. Millben II is our Muncie Artists Guild's Artist of the Month for March 2024.Stephen’s Artist Statement/Bio:
I have always wanted to be an artist, so I have done many different styles of art. From my days at Ball State working with oils and ceramics, to my days as a freelance graphic designer. My artwork is a culmination of years of experimenting. The majority of my work is done in what I call a “stained glass” look. Very reminiscent of the stained glass my father used to create. I also do Urban Mandalas which is my take on the traditional mandalas. Mine use random images and doodles to create very complex images.His work will be shown at the following locations: Northwest Bank (E Charles), Old National Bank (S Madison), Rosebud Coffee House, Vera Mae's Bistro, and Parlour Salon.
Muncie Makes Lab
628 S. Walnut
Muncie Central High School AP Artists: Then & Now! Exhibition:
Join in on the first call back exhibition for AP Artists! On display is art portfolio work from our current AP Art students AND current art from all of the MCHS AP Art Alumni students who are currently studying ART at Ball State University. This casts the vision of where our AP art students go after graduation, and also highlights the amazing preparation they have in the AP art program at Muncie Central to become artists, animators, and art educators. This exhibit will showcase 14 students and their artistic journey. Drop by to join this visual adventure!MCHS Art Teachers: Carol Daugherty (2D Art) & John McKalip (3D Art).
Featured BSU Artists (Art education, Animation, Fine Arts): Zake Campbell, Jenaka Davenport, Trinity DeWitt, La’Saiha Ewing, Rayven Lopez, Alex McNeill, Maria Sanchez, Adam Schuler .
MCHS AP Artists: Olivia Church, Waverley Daugherty, Samantha Fowler, Blue Munson, Gabe Reynolds, Elaina Sander.
Murray Building
405 S. Walnut (between the Caffeinery & Atty. Frank Brinkman's)
Murray Building Trio of Open Studios:
Please join us for the launch of our 2024 First Thursday Open Studios Season! See the work in progress Jeff Brackett is creating as he prepares for his big opening at Gordy's in May; Cassie Dunmyer has work on display from her solo show at Anna Bier Art Gallery; and Carrie Wright is offering a sneak peak of her eclipse themed art collection she's creating for the upcoming Indiana Artisan Marketplace in April!Mar 16, 2024
Saturday
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Design With Magic
1pm to 3pm @
Madjax Maker Force
515 E Main St, Muncie, IN 47305
Cost: $5, Must register in advance Ages: 13+, Family registration 8+ Learn to create your own magic show using the principles of design thinking. Ball State University Emerging Media Professor Tong Li will guide students and families through an immersive learning experience to create and perform their own magic tricks. Participants will create their first magic trick to share with family and friends! Through this process, you will understand design thinking and its connection with magic!
This workshop is recommended for adults/youth ages 13+ and families. Children ages 8–12 may register with an adult who will be present for the duration of the workshop.
Registration will close up to 72 hours prior to the start of the event to provide time for instructors to prepare.
- St. Patrick's Day Parade 6pm @ Muncie City Hall 300 North High Street
☘️ Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with an exciting parade through the streets of DWNTWN! ☘️
The Parade will begin at Muncie City Hall, travel South on Walnut Street to Charles Street, and return along Mulberry Street. Parade attendees are asked to line up on Walnut Street between Wysor and Charles Streets, and on Charles Street from Walnut to Mulberry Streets. No candy will be thrown until parade entries reach Wysor Street. 🍬
Want to participate in the parade?
Community groups, businesses, and individuals are invited to join the parade.
Entry fees are as follows:
Political Entries: $75.00
Business Entries: $50.00
Non-Profit/Family/Neighborhood Entries: $25.00Download Parade Entry Form here:
https://www.downtownmuncie.org/s/DTM_StPatricksParadeForm_2024.pdf
Pay Entry Fee here:
https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/DWNTWNMUNCIE
Parade line-up for participants will begin at 4:30 pm at Muncie City Hall parking lot. Parade sign in and entrance will be from Walnut Street entrance.
Contact Cheryl Crowder for more information.
Mar 29, 2024
Friday
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YMCA of Muncie's Good Friday Breakfast
7am @
Horizon Convention Center
401 S High Street
Cost: Registration for our Good Friday Breakfast is now open! We're welcoming Muncie local, Jonathon Mize! He was born in Muncie, Indiana and now resides in Yorktown. As a Christ follower, husband, father of two beautiful girls and a former Paralympic archer, he’s competed in sports and traveled the world after having a spinal cord injury at the age of 19. He currently works in an industry that provides complex rehabilitation equipment for people to gain mobility.
Click here to register! You must register yourself and anyone who will come with you
WHAT TO EXPECT
7:00 am – Breakfast buffet opens
7:30 am – Program Begins
- Opening
- Prayer
- Praise Team
- Special Dancers
- Guest Speaker Jonathon Mize
- Closing Prayer
8:30 am – closing comments
QUESTIONS?
Contact Tonya Locke at tlocke@muncieymca.org.
Apr 4, 2024
Thursday
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First Thursday Gallery Walk - Total Solar Eclipse Edition - John Morris, Out of This World
5pm to 8pm @
Gordy Fine Art & Framing Company
224 East Main Street
Gordy Fine Art & Framing Company is proud to highlight the art of graphic artist John Morris during the First Thursday Gallery Walk - TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE Edition. The artist will be on hand. Light refreshments will be served, and the public is invited to attend. At 6:15, John will speak about his work and his process.
John Morris’s art builds a conversation between the digital world and the actual world. His works are built in stages by first designing digital collages from comic book images and then meticulously recreating them as real collages with physical clippings. When that is complete, he then translates the composition into its final iteration using Perler Beads. This process mimics the action of flattening a digital file and highlights the value Morris places on manual labor in the digital age through the labor-intensive use of beads,
The exhibit will remain on view through April 27.
- First Thursday Gallery Walk - Total Solar Eclipse Edition - John Morris, Out of This World 5pm to 8pm @ Gordy Fine Art & Framing Company 224 East Main Street
Gordy Fine Art & Framing Company is proud to highlight the art of graphic artist John Morris during the First Thursday Gallery Walk - TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE Edition. The artist will be on hand. Light refreshments will be served, and the public is invited to attend. At 6:15, John will speak about his work and his process.
John Morris’s art builds a conversation between the digital world and the actual world. His works are built in stages by first designing digital collages from comic book images and then meticulously recreating them as real collages with physical clippings. When that is complete, he then translates the composition into its final iteration using Perler Beads. This process mimics the action of flattening a digital file and highlights the value Morris places on manual labor in the digital age through the labor-intensive use of beads,
The exhibit will remain on view through April 27.
Apr 5, 2024
Friday
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One Man, Two Guvnors - Total Solar Eclipse Weekend
7pm @
Muncie Civic Theatre
Casazza Family Studio Theatre
216 E. Main St. Muncie, IN 47305
Cost: $12 Adults, $10 Students Muncie Civic Youth Education Theatre’s in partnership with Ball State University’s Theatre Education Program present ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS in the Casazza Family Studio Theatre.
In collaboration with Ball State University's Theatre Education program, Muncie Civic’s Act 2 Youth Education Program presents ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS in the CASAZZA FAMILY STUDIO THEATRE.
By Richard Bean. Based on THE SERVANT OF TWO MASTERS by Carlo Goldoni with songs by Grant Olding.
Friday, April 5th and Saturday, April 6th shows are at 7:00pm. Sunday, April 8th matinees are at 3:00pm. General Admission.
- First Thursday Gallery Walk - Total Solar Eclipse Edition - John Morris, Out of This World 5pm to 8pm @ Gordy Fine Art & Framing Company 224 East Main Street
- St. Patrick's Day Parade 6pm @ Muncie City Hall 300 North High Street
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Design With Magic
1pm to 3pm @
Madjax Maker Force
515 E Main St, Muncie, IN 47305
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March's First Thursday (full listing)
5pm to 8pm @
Downtown Muncie
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Custom Keepsake Boxes
1pm to 4pm @
Madjax Maker Force
515 E Main St, Muncie, IN 47305
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Intro to Vinyl Creations
1pm to 4pm @
Madjax Maker Force
Design Lab on the first floor (Main St entrance)
515 E Main St, Muncie, IN 47305
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Kirk Whalum Jazz Concert
7pm to 8:30pm @
Cornerstone Center for the Arts
Main Auditorium
520 E Main St. Muncie, IN 47305
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2024 Indiana Economic Outlook
11:30am to 1:30pm @
Horizon Convention Center
Delaware Hall
401 S High Street
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January's First Thursday (full listing)
5pm to 8pm @
Downtown Muncie
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Fabulous Funcie Femmes Present: NYE 2024
7pm @
Mark III Tap Room
306 S Walnut St, Muncie, Indiana 47305
- Muncie's Annual Holiday Gift Market at Light Up DWNTWN 5pm to 8pm @ Royalty Event Center Between Trust Your Butcher Steakhouse and Heorot Pub & Draughthouse. 227 South Walnut Street
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December's First Thursday (full listing)
5pm to 8pm @
Downtown Muncie
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Ceramic Holiday Ornaments
6pm to 8pm @
Madjax Muncie
Art Studio/Classroom - 2nd Floor
515 East Main Street Muncie, In 47302