Events on April 12, 2026

April 11–June 7, 2026 
Center Building, Indiana Room 
Created in partnership with Muncie Juneteenth, this powerful exhibition turns the spotlight to our community’s youth. I Am invites children to imagine themselves in the futures they dream of—scientists, artists, leaders, caregivers, and more—and captures those visions in striking portraits. 
Each portrait is a declaration of identity and aspiration—because when children see themselves reflected in the world around them, it affirms that they belong. I Am is both a celebration of dreams and a call to action: the future of our community is already here—and it’s bold, brilliant, and full of promise.

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/i-am-a-vision-of-our-future

Muncie Stitch n' Bitch meets every Sunday! 🧶 We meet weekly at The Cup and we come and go from 3-6p. Everyone is welcome, with any kind of making! The Cup is in The Village, near the campus of Ball State University, at 1606 West University Avenue. Free parking is behind the café, enter the parking lot off of Dill Street by Be Here Now. Support our host venue with purchases from The Cup’s menu! ☕️🥯 Creativity and caffeine, that's our thing! 
 

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About

For their spring performance, Ball State’s Opera Theatre program will present The Marriage of Figaro.

The Marriage of Figaro continues the plot of The Barber of Seville (which centers around Count Almaviva's pursuit of Rosina) several years later, and recounts a single "day of madness" (la folle journée) in the palace of Count Almaviva. Rosina is now the countess. Dr. Bartolo is seeking revenge against Figaro for thwarting his plans to marry Rosina himself, and Count Almaviva has degenerated from the romantic youth of Barber, into a scheming, bullying, skirt-chasing baritone. Having gratefully given Figaro a job as head of his servant-staff, he is now persistently trying to exercise his feudal right to bed a servant girl on her wedding night (which he had prior relinquished in his courtship with the Countess) – with Figaro's bride-to-be, Susanna, who is the countess's maid. He keeps finding excuses to delay the civil part of the wedding of his two servants, which is arranged for this very day. Figaro, Susanna, and the countess conspire to embarrass the count and expose his scheming. He retaliates by trying to compel Figaro legally to marry a woman old enough to be his mother, but it turns out at the last minute that she really is his mother. Through the clever manipulations of Susanna and the countess and several hijkinks along the way, Figaro and Susanna are finally able to marry.

Learn more about the Ball State Opera Theatre program, director Jon Truitt, and vocal coach Cara Chowning. 

Other Performances

This is the second of two performances. The first performance is at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 11.

Tickets

• General Public: $18 in advance, $20 at the door
  Students: $5 in advance, $8 at the door
  Seniors (62+)/ BSU Faculty/Staff: $15 in advance, $17 at the door

Tickets are sold through the College of Fine Arts Box Office located at Sursa Hall. Purchase options:

• ONLINE
• Phone: 765-285-8749
• In person: Monday through Friday from Noon to 5 p.m., or starting 1 hour before the performance at the performance venue

**Please note: As part of our commitment to sustainability, all College of Fine Arts tickets are paperless and are accessible via email confirmation. Your confirmation email contains your digital tickets which can be scanned at the door from your mobile device, or you can print your digital tickets at home to be scanned. There is no need to visit Will Call prior to the performance.

Parking

Parking is available in the McKinley Parking Garage (entrance on Ashland Avenue) located immediately south of Sursa Hall. This garage is free on weekends.

Cost: $35 | Member Discounts Apply | Ages 18+ 

Capture the warm, spiced flavors of carrot cake in this beginner-friendly canning workshop. You’ll learn the fundamentals of water-bath canning while creating a flavorful, spiced jam perfect for spreading on toast, swirling into yogurt, or elevating your favorite baked treats—and you’ll leave with a jar of your handcrafted jam to take home. This relaxed, hands-on experience is filled with cozy flavors and practical skills you can use at home.

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/no-fear-canning-carrot-cake-jam-4-12-26

Come join us for a new reading every Sunday at our weekly Marxist reading group! Beginners welcome and readings will be provided. 

Muncie Civic Theatre presents HELLO, DOLLY! on the Mainstage April 10-26. This Broadway hit, is bursting with humor, romance, high-energy dancing and iconic songs. A rich and cantankerous widower engages the services of Dolly Levi, professional matchmaker, to help him find a wife. Little does he know she’s got her sights set on him. Don’t let the parade pass you by, this classic musical is fun for the whole family.

Thursday, Friday, and Saturday shows are at 7:30pm and the Sunday Matinees are at 2:30pm. Rated G. Reserved Seating.