Beth Hahn

Mid-Summer Night's Dream at the Orchid Greenhouse

Join us with Muncie Ballet Studio to discover the legends and lore of orchids and the charming world of garden fairies and sprites.

Come dressed as your favorite fairy or sprite for fairy tours, light refreshments, prizes and a whimsical wand-making craft.  All welcome (families/children). Registration not required.

Located at the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse, located in Christy Woods on the Ball State University campus.  

Parking is available near Christy Woods on the Ball State University campus. No permit required on Saturdays. For questions, call 765-285-8839.

Community Artist Invitation “En plein air, indoors” 10 – noon & 1 – 3 p.m. Draw, paint, sketch ‘en plein air’, or write while surrounding yourself with beautiful orchids and other tropical plants. Sketches or finished works are invited to be hung in the Local Artists Rinard Orchid Greenhouse Exhibit, Nov. 3 – 27, 2017 Held at the Dr. Joe and Alice Rinard Orchid Greenhouse, located in Christy Woods on the Ball State University campus. With 2000 orchids, there is always something in bloom throughout the year.

Registration not required. Parking is available near Christy Woods. No permit required on Saturdays. For questions, contact Cheryl LeBlanc cleblanc@bsu.edu or call 765-285-8839.

Tropical Edibles at the Dr. Joe and Alice Rinard Orchid Greenhouse

Tropical Edibles: Come try foods grown here at the Rinard Orchid

Greenhouse! Admission is FREE.

Parking is available and FREE.

Contact Cheryl Leblanc at 765-285-8839 or cleblanc@bsu.edu for more information.

Celebrate National Orchid Month

Feeling Overwhelmed? Stressed? Just need a break? BREATHE....and escape to the warm tropical environment of the Ball State University Rinard Orchid Greenhouse during April, National Orchid Month.

Hours: Mon-Fri 10:00-4:30pm and Saturday 10:00-3pm.

Special 30 minute Mindful Meditation Event on Monday, April 16th at noon.

For more information contact: 285-8839

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.

Butterflies, Hummingbirds & Muncie Ballet

Dr. Joe and Alice Rinard Orchid Greenhouse Saturday Program – June 9 Butterflies,Hummingbirds & Muncie Ballet

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Join us to learn about our winged garden friends and enjoy greenhouse performances by the Muncie Ballet. Explore the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse to learn about butterflies, and hummingbirds. Join us for a special time of fun, discovery and light refreshments. Free Public Event, Free Parking Parking is available near Christy Woods on the Ball State University campus, 2500 W. University Ave. No permit required on Saturdays. For questions, contact Cheryl LeBlanc, 765-285-8839.

Community Artist Invitation “En plein air, indoors” 10 – noon & 1 – 3 p.m. Draw, paint, sketch ‘en plein air’ while you surround yourself with beautiful orchids and other tropical plants. Visit the Dr. Joe and Alice Rinard Orchid Greenhouse, located in Christy Woods on the Ball State University campus. There is always something in bloom.

Free and open to the public. Parking is near Christy Woods; no permit is required on Saturdays. For questions, contact Cheryl LeBlanc or call 765-285-8839.

Tropical Edibles at the Orchid Greenhouse

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.

Holiday in Bloom at the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse

Ball State University’s  Dr. Joe and Alice Rinard Orchid Greenhouse  Presents Holiday in Bloom 

December 1,  6 – 9 pm 

2500 W. University Ave 

• Musical Performances • Hot Cocoa/Marshmallows and Refreshments •  Children’s Activities • Holiday items available; Free photo-op with Santa  •

  Concurrent events at Marilyn K. Glick Glass Center    for Glass, David Owsley Museum of Art,  Minnetrista  Luminaria (Trolley transportation to BSU) and more • For more information: 285-8839; BSU.edu/orchids 

Chase Away the Winter Blues

Come in out of the COLD and explore the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse. Visit the tropics and see lots of flowers with only a tiny travel jaunt!   FREE and open to Adults & Families (children ages 5+) 

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.  

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.

Looking for a Fun, Warm Place to Volunteer??

You are invited to attend a training for community members interested in giving tours, planning programs, taking care of Orchids or helping in a variety of ways at the Dr. Joe and Alice Rinard Orchid Greenhouse on the Campus of Ball State University. 

Community members, who are interested in and willing to learn more about orchids and working with a variety of age groups are encouraged to attend.  Requirements for volunteers include attending one additional training after you complete the initial one.  

Check out our website at www.bsu.edu/orchids. 

If interested in Registering for the Volunteer Training, please e-mail Cheryl LeBlanc, Curator at cleblanc@bsu.edu or call 765-285-8839.  

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. 

Heart-felt Orchids & Valentine's Day

Heart-felt Orchids & Valentine's Day

11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Bring someone special or treat yourself and enjoy the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse for Valentine’s Day. Join us for a special time of fun, discovery and light refreshments. 

Open house for students, adults & families

Registration not required. 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.

Community Photographers Invitation Day

Take advantage of the early morning light to photograph orchids and other tropical plants, large and small. Bring your cameras, tripod and an assortment of lenses and surround yourself with beautiful orchids and other tropical plants.

The Rinard Orchid Greenhouse is located in Christy Woods on the Ball State University campus. The facility houses the largest collegiate collection of orchids in the USA in a lush tropical setting. There is always something in bloom throughout the year. 

Access from University Ave. Parking is available and free on Saturdays.  For information, contact: Curator Cheryl LeBlanc: cleblanc@bsu.edu  or (765) 285-8839­

Inspired by Orchids: Spring Gallery Show

‘Inspired by Orchids’ is the newest exhibition opening at Ball State University’s Dr. Joe and Alice Rinard Orchid Greenhouse. Featured works have been inspired by the tropical environment of the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse. 

April 4 - 30, Rinard Orchid Greenhouse visitors can discover a selection of works of Ball State Art students and local artists whose works have been inspired by the variety of shapes, colors and textures in the greenhouse.  

‘Inspired by Orchids’ is a compilation of works created by Ball State University drawing and painting students. Take a peek into the (local) tropics to enjoy these works of art.  

The exhibit is free and open to the public. 

An artists’ reception will be held, Friday April 5, from 4 - 5 pm.  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.

All About Pollinators

Bees, butterflies, moths and more. Why are these tiny creatures so important? Who does the work and how can we help? For families and children 

Learn about pollinators, how to predict which pollinator types visit different flowers, youth-friendly craft, story-corner and light refreshments.  Located in Christy Woods, across from IUBMH Hospital 

Free and open to the public. Registration not required. 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.

Dr. Joe and Alice Rinard Orchid Greenhouse: Greenhouse Plant Sale

Get a start on your spring planting!

Dr. Joe and Alice Rinard Orchid Greenhouse Plant Sale.

Succulents, Hanging Ferns, Orchids, Perennials, Herbs and more.

Orchid re-potting demonstrations at 10:00. and 11:00 a.m.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse.

Special Pre-Sale for Friends, April 26th from 6-7 p.m. at the Greenhouse. Interested in becoming a Friend? Contact Cheryl LeBlanc at 765-285-8839

Want to donate plants for the sale? Bring donations to the greenhouse no later than April 22nd. Call Cheryl LeBlanc at 765-285-8839 or e mail cleblanc@bsu.edu for more information.

Inspired by Orchids: Spring Gallery Show

‘Inspired by Orchids’ is the newest exhibition opening at Ball State University’s Dr. Joe and Alice Rinard Orchid Greenhouse. Featured works have been inspired by the tropical environment of the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse. 

April 4 - 30, Rinard Orchid Greenhouse visitors can discover a selection of works of Ball State Art students and local artists whose works have been inspired by the variety of shapes, colors and textures in the greenhouse.  

‘Inspired by Orchids’ is a compilation of works created by Ball State University drawing and painting students. Take a peek into the (local) tropics to enjoy these works of art.  

The exhibit is free and open to the public. 

An artists’ reception will be held, Friday April 5, from 4 - 5 pm.  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.

Succulents, What's Not to Love?

What: Succulents: What’s Not to Love?

When: Saturday, May 11th, 2019

Time: 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

Where: Dr. Joe and Alice Rinard Orchid Greenhouse

Join us to learn all about succulents! This diverse group of plants is popular for the home gardener and generally don’t require a large amount of maintenance. Good plants for college residence halls.

Free Public Event.

Free Parking is available near Christy Woods on the Ball State University campus, 2500 W. University Ave. No permit required on Saturdays.

Inquire to sign up. Participation is limited to 15

To register contact Cheryl LeBlanc, 765-285-8839 or cleblanc@bsu.edu

Holiday in Bloom

Annual Holiday in Bloom Open House

December 7, 2019 6:00-9:00 p.m.

Join us for the free annual Holiday in Bloom Open House at the Dr. Joe and Alice Rinard Orchid Greenhouse at Ball State University. Beautiful Holiday lights, musical performances by Sedoctave BSU A Cappella Group and Hillcroft Handbell Choir, hot cocoa, marshmallows, refreshments and a children's activity. Fun for the whole family while you enjoy the beautiful orchids in the warm tropical environment of the orchid house.

Stroll next door to the Marilyn K. Glick Center for Glass for glass blowing demonstrations, follow the luminaria to the David Owsley Museum of Art, and the Charles W. Brown Planetarium. Then ride the MITS Trolley to Minnetrista for the Enchanted Luminaria Walk. Join us for a fun holiday evening!

Located in Christy Woods on W. University Ave. across from IU-Ball Memorial Hospital  

Contact:  Cheryl LeBlanc (285-8839 or cleblanc@bsu.edu) for information, to help volunteer, or donate items in advance of event.

The Holiday in Bloom event is organized by the Friends of the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse.