3 Past Events at Dr. Joe & Alice Rinard Orchid Greenhouse

Learn about these fascinating migratory insects, what they symbolize and why we should care. Includes youth-friendly crafts and a story corner suitable for most ages. Families and children from the community are welcome to attend.

This event is hosted at the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse, located in Christy Woods on the Ball State University campus, across the street from IU Ball Memorial Hospital and adjacent to the Marilyn K. Glick Center for Glass.

Questions? Contact Cheryl LeBlanc at cleblanc@bsu.edu or 765-285-8839.

General hours: M-F 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Closed Sunday and during Ball State breaks and holidays.

Parking: Available in lot G13 off of University Ave., with metered parking also available on University Ave. Overflow parking is available to the west (near Picnic shelter, C3) and east (near tennis courts, G15). For more information about the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse and a parking map, visit www.bsu.edu/orchids. View an interactive parking map.

To learn more about the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse, visit www.bsu.edu/orchids.

Did you know the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse here on campus grows bananas, coffee, vanilla and much more? Come try some with us! The event is FREE so what do you have to lose? Explore and taste the origins of various tropical foods and their uses. 

Open house for Adults & Families (children ages 5+) 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Registration not required, but first come, first served. 

Parking is available near Christy Woods on the Ball State University campus. No permit required on Saturdays. 

For questions, contact Cheryl LeBlanc or call 765-285-8839.

“Nature-Rich Meditation”

Wednesday, November 20 from 3 - 3:30 pm in the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse

Meditation in nature is associated with greater feelings of regeneration and energy.www.ehe.health%2Fblog%2Foutdoor-meditation&data=02%7C01%7Celforstater%40bsu.edu%7C2f053b5a80fa41176a8208d767866a5e%7C6fff909f07dc40da9e30fd7549c0f494%7C0%7C0%7C637091699310833625&sdata=9Jz%2Fwk2awhUrgqlBAaMEChLWpGLEw%2Fp1d9HEmR5VNVo%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank">https://www.ehe.health/blog/outdoor-meditation Join us in the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse for a dose of nature and oxygen and help reduce stress.

To help with the rise in mental-health awareness and treatment options, departments at Ball State helped form the Ball State UniversityMeditation Partnership. The Meditation Partnership is a collaboration between Working Well, the Counseling Center, the Office of Health, Alcohol, and Drug Education, the Museum of Art, the Orchid Greenhouse, and the Brown Planetarium. This partnership provides meditation and mindfulness programs for campus and community members to improve mental health and resilience.

Take a deep breath, relax and meditate among the flowers. All are welcome to attend this free session in the Dr. Joe and Alice Rinard Orchid Greenhouse Conservatory. Wear comfortable clothing. Folding chairs will be provided.