Events on September 20, 2024
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Introduction to Grant Writing
9:00am to 12:00pm @
E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center, Ball State University
3rd floor
400 N. Minnetrista Blvd., Muncie, IN 47306
Cost: $25 Ages: 18+ 
E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center
Cost: $25
Reservations Required
Please reserve online at
https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057
Limited to 24 students
Grant writing is a crucial activity for nonprofits and educators to fund projects and support their mission. In this introductory class, you will learn the basics of grant writing including:- How to find funding opportunities
- The basic elements of a grant proposal
- Developing a project budget
- The “do’s and don’ts” of writing a proposal
About the Instructor
Class is taught by Jackie Davis, director, Pre Award, Strategy, and Outreach, Sponsored Projects Administration, Ball State University. Working as a grant professional for over 20 years, Jackie has experience as a program officer, grant writer, grant program manager, and grant proposal manager. She is a Certified Research Administrator (CRA), who has spent her career assisting others in the pursuit of grant funding.
Glass Workshops: Haunted House Fused Glass
1:00pm to 4:00pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N Minnetrista Pkwy
Cost: $60 | Member discounts apply 
September 20; 1–4 p.m.
Cost: $60 | Member discounts apply
Center Building, CantinaRegistration deadline: September 16
Participants will have the opportunity to craft their own spooky haunted house fused glass panel, employing a range of glass techniques to bring their chilling creation to life.
All tools, supplies, and safety gear will be provided. Glass Workshops are 13 & up unless otherwise noted.
- Big Astronomy 5:00pm to 6:00pm @ Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University 2111 West Riverside Avenue
It takes many people with diverse backgrounds, talents, and skills to run observatories. Journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert— remote, extreme regions that happen to have the perfect conditions for astronomical research. Along the way, meet an inspiring cast of astronomers, engineers, technicians, and support staff who keep these mega-machines running and learn about their work.
Suitable for all ages 10+, all ages are welcome.Program Information
- The planetarium is located on the west end of the Cooper Science Complex, at 2111 W. Riverside Ave., Muncie.
- Cost: FREE, cash donations are accepted at the door. No reservations are required for public planetarium shows except for our annual “Astronomy SLAM!”. However, plan to arrive early as seating is done on a first-come, first-served basis and seating is limited.
- Runtime: Approximately 50 minutes total with live sky tour.
- We do our best to have doors open 30 minutes before show time.
- Food, drinks, gum or candy are not allowed in the planetarium.
- Cellphones and any electronics that emit light must be silenced or turned off at the start of all programs. Please refrain from wearing light-up shoes to any planetarium programs.
- Children 17 years and under should be accompanied by an adult.
- We greatly appreciate your support to make our programs possible.
- We Are Stars 6:30pm to 7:30pm @ Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University 2111 West Riverside Avenue
Narrated by Andy Serkis, this program seeks to answer some of the biggest questions of all time. What are we made of? Where did it all come from? Explore the secrets of our cosmic chemistry, our explosive origins and connect life on Earth to the evolution of the Universe. A family-friendly film full of fun, adventure, and enlightenment.
Most suitable for all ages 8+, all ages welcome.Program Information
- The planetarium is located on the west end of the Cooper Science Complex, at 2111 W. Riverside Ave., Muncie.
- Cost: FREE, cash donations are accepted at the door. No reservations are required for public planetarium shows except for our annual “Astronomy SLAM!”. However, plan to arrive early as seating is done on a first-come, first-served basis and seating is limited.
- Runtime: Approximately 50 minutes total with live sky tour.
- We do our best to have doors open 30 minutes before show time.
- Food, drinks, gum or candy are not allowed in the planetarium.
- Cellphones and any electronics that emit light must be silenced or turned off at the start of all programs. Please refrain from wearing light-up shoes to any planetarium programs.
- Children 17 years and under should be accompanied by an adult.
- We greatly appreciate your support to make our programs possible.
- Kinky Boots at University Theatre 7:30pm @ University Theatre, Ball State University Ball State University, next to Bracken Library and Pruis Hall
Cost: General Public: $18 in advance, $20 at the door Faculty/Staff/Students/Seniors: $15 in advance, $17 at the door Kinky Boots
Book by Harvey Fierstein
Music and Lyrics by Cyndi Lauper
Original Broadway Production Directed and Choreographed by Jerry Mitchell
Based on the Miramax motion picture Kinky Boots
Written by Geoff Deane and Tim Firth
Directed by Bill JenkinsMusical Direction and Conducting by Jeremy Gussin
Choreographed by Anne Beck
University Theatre
September 20-21, 25-28 at 7:30 p.m.
September 22, 28-29 at 2:30 p.m.Charlie Price has reluctantly inherited his father's shoe factory, which is on the verge of bankruptcy. Trying to live up to his father's legacy and save his family business, Charlie finds inspiration in the form of Lola, a fabulous entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos. As they work to turn the factory around, this unlikely pair find that they have more in common than they realized and discover that when you change your mind, you can change your whole world.
KINKY BOOTS is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
Tickets
Tickets are available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office located at Sursa Hall in person, by phone at 765-285-8749, or online.
General Public: $18 in advance, $20 at the door
Faculty/Staff/Students/Seniors: $15 in advance, $17 at the door
