Ball State University's chapter of the National Association for Music Education is partnering with Cornerstone Center for the Arts to host a FREE recital to showcase music education students. One of the primary motivations of planning this recital is to not only display the work and talent of Ball State Music Education students, but to provide the Muncie Community with live music. This recital will consist of a variety of music and ensembles including: Clarinet duet, trumpet ensemble, woodwind quintet, a vocalist, and more. Come on out and we hope to see you!

Sunday, Sunday, Sunday!

Melissa Joy Livermore, Deconstruction project

Muncie Arts and Culture Council's new artist-in-residence program PlySpace welcomes the Muncie Symphony Orchestra Chamber Concert series to the PlySpace Gallery for a special collaborative performance with resident artist Melissa Joy Livermore. 4 by 4 at 4 features a string quartet performing alongside Livermore's ongoing project, Deconstruction, where guests will engage in the act of taking apart a piece of untreated canvas, thread by thread. Four genres of music, from Baroque to Cole Porter, by four strings musicians will be performed in the PlySpace Gallery. During the concert, PlySpace resident artist Melissa Joy Livermore invites the audience to participate in her community collaborative project, Deconstruction.

Deconstruction is a project that invites groups of people to engage in the task of taking a piece of untreated canvas apart, thread by thread. The process is intuitive and allows the participants to focus their attention on the present moment, engaging with those around them, or in this case, the music. Over the last three years, Melissa has performed Deconstruction with groups in China, France, and the U.S. and is excited to bring this performance to Muncie.

Holding the opposite end of the fabric provides the tension necessary to pull each thread from the whole. In a split second, the tension is released and the thread flutters, dropping into a pile. Each thread serves as documentation of time carved out for introspection, intentional conversation, and listening. The act encourages participants to slow down and observe the beauty of the falling thread and the environment around them.

Tickets for this event are available at the MSO Office (t:765.285.5531) and online here: http://www.munciesymphony.org/calendar-item/chamber-concert-at-plyspace/

Tickets: Youth/Students: $10 in advance; $15 at door.

Adults: $20 in advance; $25 at door.

PlySpace is located at 608 E Main Street in Muncie, IN. Limited parking is available adjacent to the PlySpace building, at the corner of Main and Monroe Streets. Please enter the PlySpace Gallery through the parking lot entrance.

For more information, please visit www.plyspace.org/events

PlySpace is a program of Muncie Arts and Culture Council in partnership with the City of Muncie, Ball State University School of Art, and Sustainable Muncie Corporation. PlySpace is generously supported by the National Endowment for the Arts.

This free monthly event for live poetry reading at The Cup will pair flow with joe, rhythm and brews, beats and beans, and result in many a steamed stanza. I'm Miss Moth and I’ll be your Host and I have only one rule for Cuplets: Buy something from The Cup, each and every one of you, no exceptions. :) They've got espresso, coffee, chai, tea, soda, juice, and yummy food too, from bagels to sandwiches and more. That's right, support your scene with a few bucks to the venue. Don't worry about tipping me, but I'm sure the baristas would appreciate the support too. Let's keep them busy!

I CAN'T WAIT TO HEAR YOUR POETRY!

Cuplets is not curated, everyone is welcome to read. I know y'all are nice and will match the length of your reading to the attendance level so everyone has a chance to read. Read new work or old, rhyme or don't. If it's poetry to you, it's poetry at Cuplets!

Many thanks to the owner of The Cup, Martin George, for inviting me to create this monthly event! And a big ol' thank you to Lucian Cruor for the poetry/café word pairings above! :)

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

This non-credit, personal enrichment course is six Tuesdays, April 24-May 29, 10-11:15 a.m.

This DVD series, produced by The Great Courses, steps into the world of forensic science and focuses on the most fascinating historical crimes and mysteries from the last two centuries. Delivered by acclaimed Professor Elizabeth A. Murray of Mount St. Joseph University, a forensic anthropologist with nearly 30 years of experience in the field, the lectures will discuss cutting-edge advancements in science and technology and how they are applied to investigations.

Topics Covered (two, 30-minute lectures per class): 
April 24: The Infamous Jack the Ripper; and Analyzing the Black Dahlia Murder
May 1: Dissecting Hollywood Deaths; and Decomposition and Confusing Interpretations
May 8: Lizzie Borden and the Menendez Brothers; and The Tylenol Murders
May 15: Copycats and Hoaxes; and Frauds and Forgeries 
May 22: Blood Doping and Other Sports Scandals; and Boys of U.S. Politics 
May 29: Criminals of the Wild, Wild West; and Investigating Incredible Bank Heists

Part 2 to be offered Fall 2018. 

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Ball Stores was the cornerstone of downtown Muncie from the grand opening in November 1934, until the last light was turned off in August 1986. Learn about the history of the store, and plan to share your memories.

FINAL FRIDAY: PLACE

Emcees Braydee Euliss and Paul Shortt introduce PechaKucha talks to Muncie to highlight what is unique, unexpected, and inspiring in our city.

Enjoy music by DJ Jannell, refreshments & cash bar, art, a look at the special exhibition Richard Diebenkorn: Beginnings, 1942-1955, and more.

6 - 9 pm | Art, music by DJ Jannell, refreshments, and fun
6:30 pm | Demonstration of place-based art by Maddie Starke of Ginger Snap Design Co.
7 pm | PechaKucha talks
8 pm | Poetry in the Richard Diebenkorn exhibition with Reacting Out Loud

Greenhouse Plant Sale Fundraiser

Attend the Annual Greenhouse Plant Sale Fundraiser at Ball State University. April 28th, from 9:00 a.m. till noon in the Christy Woods Classroom on University Ave. South of Christy Woods.

Succulents, Orchids, Hanging Ferns, Native Plants, Hardy perennials, herbs and more.

Credit cards accepted day of sale only. Cash and checks also accepted.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse (inquire about becoming a Friend). Special Pre-Sale for FRIENDS April 27, 6:00-7:00 p.m. FRIENDS also receive 10% discount.

For more information: 285-8839 or BSU.edu/orchids

Also: Orchid re-potting demonstrations and Greenhouse Tours available.

Nick Witten and Danielle Joy Graves host a professional art practice seminar at PlySpace.

PlySpace Resident Artists Danielle Joy Graves and Nick Witten invite high school and foundation-level college student artists to join them for a free day-long workshop on professional practice for artists and contemporary art issues. The workshop will take place on Saturday, April 28th, starting at 10:00 AM.

Please register through Eventbrite for this FREE event by April 27th to reserve a spot.  Click below for tickets and a comprehensive schedule for the day.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/professional-art-practice-pancake-extravaganza-tickets-45252947785?aff=efbeventtix

The workshop will be geared toward students looking to pursue a career in fine art. Through discussions, presentations, and demonstrations, participants will be introduced to resume building, careers and alternative jobs in the art world, and contemporary art practice. A pancake breakfast will be provided (gluten and dairy free).

In the afternoon, students are also invited to join a group critique of participant's artwork. Students will learn how to photograph their work for a professional portfolio, and the photographic documentation taken during the workshop will be published online for participants to use for future applications and websites. Nick and Danielle will also publish documentation of each critique online so students will be able to use that credential on their resumes.

The event is free and open to any students interested in art practice. Students are encouraged to bring a few pieces of work for the group critique and to have photographed during the demonstration. Participants are welcome to attend the entire day, or just the workshop they find most interesting. Breakfast is provided but please bring your own lunch.

Danielle Joy Graves and Nick Witten are Indianapolis-based artists, collaborative partners, and co-curators of Sugar Space Gallery, a contemporary art gallery focused on emerging artists. Nick holds an MFA in Sculpture from Cranbrook Academy of Art and a BFA in Sculpture from Herron School of Art and Design. He is an Adjunct Instructor at Herron and works with Big Car Collaborative. Danielle holds a BFA in Illustration from Herron School of Art and Design. She works as a professional artist. They are both current resident artists at PlySpace, through the end of April.

PlySpace is a program of the Muncie Arts and Culture Council in partnership with the City of Muncie, Ball State University School of Art, and Sustainable Muncie Corporation. PlySpace is generously supported by the National Endowment for the Arts. Learn more at www.plyspace.org%2F&h=ATNA5SdfVpsAsWfk_8OWvk_7fJmg8ANyfrisVoLcQ1bamRSFSlKnhisrYm6t_xVKKNmk6ORU2EQaUsBRxylwGYRmTN2S0wznJG0TZEaf2nA5vJ4JPhCx3Nn32w3uWmOcdcv1ZUY&s=1" target="_blank">www.plyspace.org

Sunday, Sunday, Sunday!

YART - The Yard Sale for Art!

~ YART - A Yard Sale for Art! ~
In Downtown Muncie, Indiana every Spring and Fall!

- All artists manage their own displays and sales!

- We keep a yard sale vibe with all art priced at $40 and below!

- Meet the artists making LIVE art! 

- Children's Hands-On ArtSpace!

- All kinds of art made by all kinds of artists!

- Everyone is welcome! 

- YART is FREE to attend!

- Artists: There is no vending fee for YART and YART does not take a cut of your sales. You'll need your own display and we suggest some chairs. YART is outdoors, so plan for heat, wind, and hopefully not rain. ;) Make contact to reserve your space NOW! :)

- LIVE entertainers are very welcome! 

- MissMoth@Gmail.com

Muncie, Indiana – YART is Coming! 

YART is a Yard Sale for Art! YART began in Muncie, Indiana with students at Ball State University and continues here and in several U.S. cities - a Muncie original! The Muncie YART is now held Downtown, at Canan Commons, twice a year, Spring and Fall, on the First Thursday of every May and October. 

This community art sale, with a goal of making art affordable and accessible to everyone, brings together Artists and Art patrons in a casual and unique setting. The Spring 2018 Muncie YART will be held in conjunction with the May 2018 First Thursday Gallery Walk on Thursday, May 3rd, from 5-9pm. YART will ring the park at Canan Commons, Muncie's great urban greenspace park and amphitheater at the roundabout on South Walnut Street in Downtown Muncie, Indiana. 

All forms of Art are welcome at YART! Art of all kinds, by all kinds of Artists! YART encourages interaction between Artists and the community, hoping to make Art more accessible, especially to those who think they cannot afford to buy Art for themselves and their homes. To this goal, all YART Art will be priced below $40! YART works to enable local creative entrepreneurs and to improve the Muncie economy. Shop local, support independents, enjoy your town! 

Last YART featured over 100 Artists! Each YART Artist will be present throughout YART to meet the public, discuss their Art, handle sales personally, and some Artists will be making Art LIVE at YART! This is a great opportunity to enjoy your family interacting with local culture in a dynamic, lively, and relaxed atmosphere. We love kids and there will be lots of fun stuff for them at Canan Commons too! 

The Spring 2018 Muncie YART will feature a wide variety of handmade jewelry, photography, clothing, oil/acrylic/watercolor paintings, fused glass, ceramics, knits, pottery, candles, toys, drawings, sculpture, lampwork glass, stuffed animals, digital art, mosaics, the Midwest Writer's Workshop's Poems While You Wait, LIVE ART and LIVE MUSIC, and so much more!

Fun for all ages - YART and the First Thursday Gallery Walk are for the whole family!

Miss Moth (YART Director) and the YART Artists very much thank Cheryl Crowder of the Muncie Downtown Development Partnership and the Muncie Parks Department for their generous support! :) YART is an all-volunteer, zero-budget, community event. THANK YOU!

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