Jessie Irwin

Satisfy your artistic craving with this fun, relaxing workshop. Our experienced instructor will guide you step-by-step to creating a masterpiece that you can call your own!

Coffee & Paints is provided as a part of the Cornerstone Center for the Arts arts program. Proceeds benefit the non-profit's arts education scholarships and the preservation of the historic facility. 

Enjoy a fun night out painting with friends at The Fickle Peach in Downtown Muncie. The teacher will guide you step by step to create your own piece of artwork. Each session will feature a different painting. Registration fee includes one workshop, supplies, and a drink of choice provided by The Fickle Peach. Registration is limited and payment at the time of registration is required.

Pints & Paints is provided as a part of the Cornerstone Center for the Arts arts program. Proceeds benefit the non-profit's arts education scholarships and the preservation of the historic facility. 

Enjoy a fun night out painting with friends at The Fickle Peach in Downtown Muncie. The teacher will guide you step by step to create your own piece of artwork. Each session will feature a different painting. Registration fee includes one workshop, supplies, and a drink of choice provided by The Fickle Peach. Registration is limited and payment at the time of registration is required.

Pints & Paints is provided as a part of the Cornerstone Center for the Arts arts program. Proceeds benefit the non-profit's arts education scholarships and the preservation of the historic facility. 

Enjoy a fun night out painting with friends at The Fickle Peach in Downtown Muncie. The teacher will guide you step by step to create your own piece of artwork. Each session will feature a different painting. Registration fee includes one workshop, supplies, and a drink of choice provided by The Fickle Peach. Registration is limited and payment at the time of registration is required.

Pints & Paints is provided as a part of the Cornerstone Center for the Arts arts program. Proceeds benefit the non-profit's arts education scholarships and the preservation of the historic facility. 

Satisfy your artistic craving with this fun, relaxing workshop. Our experienced instructor will guide you step-by-step to creating a masterpiece that you can call your own!

Coffee & Paints is provided as a part of the Cornerstone Center for the Arts arts program. Proceeds benefit the non-profit's arts education scholarships and the preservation of the historic facility. 

The start of a new year is the perfect time to begin a new hobby! Cornerstone Center for the Arts’ Monthly Dance Club is a great way to have fun with friends, or to make new friends, while enjoying ballroom, Latin, and swing dancing.

Join David Fennig, Cornerstone dance instructor and director of the Harmony Dance Group, for this monthly social event which will meet on January 21 and February 4 at 7 p.m. Each evening will include an hour of dance lessons followed by two to three hours of open dancing. This social dance event is perfect for couples, groups of friends, or individuals looking for a fun way to spend their Saturday evening. No partner or previous experience is necessary.

Admission for the Monthly Dance Club is $12 per person and $8 for students and children ages 10 and up. No pre-registration is required. Proceeds from the Monthly Dance Club will benefit Cornerstone’s arts program and scholarship fund.

For more information about this event, visit cornerstonearts.org or call 765-281-9503.

The start of a new year is the perfect time to begin a new hobby! Cornerstone Center for the Arts’ Monthly Dance Club is a great way to have fun with friends, or to make new friends, while enjoying ballroom, Latin, and swing dancing.

Join David Fennig, Cornerstone dance instructor and director of the Harmony Dance Group, for this monthly social event which will meet on January 21 and February 4 at 7 p.m. Each evening will include an hour of dance lessons followed by two to three hours of open dancing. This social dance event is perfect for couples, groups of friends, or individuals looking for a fun way to spend their Saturday evening. No partner or previous experience is necessary.

Admission for the Monthly Dance Club is $12 per person and $8 for students and children ages 10 and up. No pre-registration is required. Proceeds from the Monthly Dance Club will benefit Cornerstone’s arts program and scholarship fund.

For more information about this event, visit cornerstonearts.org or call 765-281-9503.

Cornerstone Center for the Arts and Muncie Public Library are excited for another "Bad Art Night." on Thursday, February 16. The two organizations invite you to Cornerstone for an evening of terribly awesome art! 

All supplies will be provided and awards will be given for the best "bad art." No skills are required, skills may be frowned upon.

This event is FREE and open to the public for adults ages 18 and up. A suggested donation of $5 to help defray supply costs is recommended but not required.

Cornerstone Center for the Arts, Shafer Leadership Academy, and Harmony Dance Group will partner this spring for a unique leadership workshop through tango dancing. The workshop titled, Movement: Exploring leadership through the art of tango, will be on Tuesday, February 21 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Cornerstone Center for the Arts in the Grand Hall.

This three-hour long program is designed to increase an individual’s understanding of leadership, following, and two way communications through the use of tango dancing as a metaphor and teaching tool. The workshop is not a dance class but a lesson in leadership through the fundamentals of the art form. Participants will leave with a better concept of leadership which they can apply to their business and personal lives.

In addition, participants will walk away with a clear understanding of the difference between management and leadership, a recognition of the two-way nature of communication in all forms of leader and follower connections, tools to diagnose breakdowns in communication between leaders and followers, and active advice on how to re-establish trust and confidence in team members and to build up communication within a group.

This workshop is open to anyone seeking to improve their personal and business relationships. The workshop is $25 per person to attend and is limited to 20 participants. Registration is available online at shaferleadership.com/movement/. For more information or questions about the workshop, call Shafer Leadership Academy at 765-748-0403. 

Cornerstone Center for the Arts is excited to present a rock musical like no other, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, on Saturday, February 25 at 9:30 p.m. The show will be at The Mark III Tap Room, 306 S Walnut St. in Downtown Muncie. The event is a fundraiser for Cornerstone’s low-cost quality arts programming for youth and adults. Additional support for the event comes from the Mark III Taproom and Wagglebottoms Kennel & Cattery. Admission is available for ages 21 and up only.

 Come prepared to laugh as you hear the outrageous story of Hedwig, a genderqueer German singer, who received a botched sex-change operation and did it all for love. Zachary Allen, locally known for his performance as Dr. Frank N. Furter in Cornerstone’s annual production of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, pushes gender boundaries – well, all boundaries - as Hedwig takes you on a musical journey through her life. Additional cast members include Haley Nicole Dillon, who plays Columbia in Cornerstone’s Rocky Horror shadow cast, and Blake Mellencamp.

 The show will begin at 9:30 p.m. at The Mark III Taproom. Ten VIP tickets will be available for $25 in advance only. VIP ticketholders will have reserved seating in The Mark III’s VIP section with a dedicated server for the section. In addition, a limited amount of reserved seating tickets will be available for $15. General admission tickets will be available for $10 with seating first come, first serve the night of the event. Tickets are available in advance online at cornerstonearts.org, at Cornerstone’s second floor desk from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, or by calling 765-289-9687. A limited number of general admission tickets will be available at the door the night of the event.

 Proceeds from Hedwig will support Cornerstone’s mission to provide the community with quality arts programming for all. Cornerstone’s arts program serves thousands of people each year, many of which who receive some form of financial aid or discount, with life enhancing arts education. To find out more about Hedwig and the Angry Inch and Cornerstone visit cornerstonearts.org. 

The Cornfed Derby Dames (CFDD) will hold their season 7 home opener on Sunday, February 26 at Gibson's Skating Arena, 2610 S. Mock Ave. The CFDD All-Stars will take on the Derby City Rollergirls All-Stars (Louisville) and the Muncie Missfits will be playing the Derby City Rollergirl's Bourbon Brawlers.

Doors open for the double header at 1 p.m. with a 2 p.m. start time for the All-Stars game. Tickets at the door are $12 per person (cash or card) or $10 in advance through Brown Paper Tickets or from any Cornfed Derby Dame. College students are just $8 with a valid ID and children ages 10 and under are free with the purchase of an adult ticket (limit two children). 

Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages are available at the concession stand. A portion of all bout proceeds this season will benefit Muncie OUTreach.

The Cornfed Derby Dames kicked off their seventh season with two very close games against the Derby City Rollergirls of Louisville, Kentucky on Sunday, February 26. The Cornfed All-Stars skated away with an eight-point victory with the Muncie Missfits taking a narrow loss by 12 points.

Cornfed will hold its second home game of the season on Sunday, March 12 at Gibson’s Skating Arena, 2610 S. Mock Ave. The team will host Ann Arbor Roller Derby’s B and C teams for a double header. Doors will open at 1 p.m. with a 2 p.m. start time for the Muncie Missfits vs. the Ypsilanti Vigilantes followed by the Cornfed All-Stars vs. Arbor Bruising Co. at approximately 4 p.m.

Admission is $12 per person at the door, $10 in advance through Brown Paper Tickets, or from any Cornfed Derby Dame. College students are just $8 with an ID and children ages 10 and younger are free with the purchase of an adult ticket (limit two children). Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages are available at the concession stand. A portion of all bout proceeds in 2017 will be donated to Muncie OUTreach.

Two additional home dates will take place on Sunday, April 2 and Saturday, July 8. Cornfed will travel to Dayton, OH on April 22, Indianapolis, IN on June 3, Cincinnati, OH on June 10, Cleveland, OH on June 24, and Quincy, IL on July 22. The Muncie Missfits will also participate in the “B-Cup Tournament” May 20 & 21 in Bloomington, IN. Due to the high costs of travel and lodging, the dames are accepting donations from fans online here.

The Cornfed Derby Dames (CFDD) will hold their third game of season 7 on Sunday, April 2 at Gibson's Skating Arena, 2610 S. Mock Ave. The CFDD All-Stars will take on Gem City Roller Derby (Dayton, OH) and the Muncie Missfits will play the A-Town Roller Derby (Anderson, IN).

Doors open for the double header at 1 p.m. with a 2 p.m. start time for the All-Stars game, the Missfits will play second at approximately 4 p.m. Tickets at the door are $12 per person (cash or card) or $10 in advance through Brown Paper Tickets or from any Cornfed Derby Dame. College students are just $8 with a valid ID and children ages 10 and under are free with the purchase of an adult ticket (limit two children). 

Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages are available at the concession stand. A portion of all bout proceeds this season will benefit Muncie OUTreach.

Join us for the official after party at Twin Archer Brewpub!

April’s First Thursday festivities will include the opening of a new gallery show featuring the winners of the 2017 Young Artist Exhibition presented by PrimeTrust Federal Credit Union. School age children living in and around Delaware County submitted over 100 2D and 3D pieces of artwork to the Young Artist Exhibition in March. A panel of esteemed judges chose the top three and one honorable mention in four grade categories. The winners were announced at a public reception on Thursday, March 2.

The top 16 pieces will be on display in the Cornerstone Art Gallery throughout the month of April with the opening of the show on Thursday, April 6 in conjunction with First Thursday. In preparation for the show, all of the winning 2D pieces were matted and framed by Gordy Fine Art & Framing Company.

Young artists included in the show are Elizabeth Coleman, Natalie Talbot, Michael Marling, Clarissa Terry, Megan Trappe, Maddie McBride, Jadon Waterhouse, Emma White, Alexandra Stone, Christina Ray, Meghan Buehler, Lilly Cole, Lillian Barber, Moira McCrory, Johanna McKee, and Aaron Buehler.

The Cornerstone Art Gallery will be open to the public from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 6. The 2017 Young Artist Exhibition winners will remain on display in the Cornerstone Art Gallery throughout April. For more information about the show visit cornerstonearts.org. 

Join Cornerstone Center for Arts for First Thursday on May 4, 2017 for an opening reception and art show featuring the art of Leon Crosby. The show titled “Synesthesia” which means to see sound in color, is an exploration of art as a representation of musical expression.

Each vibrant painting in the collection was inspired by a piece of music and captures the feelings emoted by that particular song. Using techniques incorporating watercolor, gradients, and multiple stylings Crosby created colorful emotions that spur the imagination. To allow the viewer to appreciate the symbiosis of the artwork paired with song, QR codes and headphones will be available the evening of the opening allowing participants to experience the musical inspiration of each painting using just their cell phone and QR scanner.

The opening reception will take place from 5:00 to 8:00 pm at the Cornerstone Art Gallery on the second floor of Cornerstone Center for the Arts. The show will be on display and open to the public throughout the month of May.

Leon, a visual arts instructor at Cornerstone, was born in Toledo Ohio and started his journey in art at a young age. His biggest inspirations come from Japanese art, American Graffiti, and comic book graphics. He has received both formal and informal instruction from the Toledo Museum of Art and the University of Toledo and regularly displays and sells his art throughout the Muncie community. In addition to teaching at Cornerstone, Leon has volunteered his time at Sutton Elementary and has several private lesson students. His passion for art and teaching encourages him to inspire his students to make the world a more beautiful place.

For more information about the show call Cornerstone’s Department of Education & Communication at 765-281-9503, ext. 23. 

Cornerstone Center for the Arts’ Monthly Dance Club is a great way to have fun with friends, or to make new friends, while enjoying ballroom, Latin, and swing dancing. 

Join David Fennig, Cornerstone dance instructor and director of the Harmony Dance Group, for this monthly social event which will meet on May 6th from 7 to 10:30 p.m. The evening will include an hour of dance lessons followed by two to three hours of open dancing. This social dance event is perfect for couples, groups of friends, or individuals looking for a fun way to spend their Saturday evening. No partner or previous experience is necessary.

Admission for the Monthly Dance Club is $12 per person and $8 for students and children ages 10 and up. No pre-registration is required. Proceeds from the Monthly Dance Club will benefit Cornerstone’s arts program and scholarship fund.

For more information about this event, visit cornerstonearts.org or call 765-281-9503.

Children ages 2 to 6 will enjoy this painting workshop, designed especially for younger children! Whether your child is an experienced artist or brand new to the world of visual arts, this workshop is all about having fun!

This workshop includes painting for one child and one adult.

Click here to register!

Join Cornerstone Center for Arts for First Thursday on June 1, 2017 for an opening reception and art show featuring the art of Sarah Shaffer. The show titled “We Are What We Think” is a series of drawings and paintings that utilize the visual representation of neurons to portray the human body.

 Inspiration for the collection came from the affects neurons have on who we are as people. As we grow our minds and personalities are shaped by experience; we literally are what we think. Each piece is an illustration of neurons forming various parts of the body as well as the entire human figure.

 The opening reception of “We Are What We Think” will take place on Thursday, June 1 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Cornerstone Art Gallery on the second floor of Cornerstone Center for the Arts. The show will be on display and open to the public throughout the month of June.

 Sarah Shaffer is a native of Indiana, growing up in Fort Wayne with a love of art from an early age. Sarah is a graduate of Ball State University's Art Department, with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Metalsmithing earned in 2007. Sarah lives with her husband and daughter in Muncie, Indiana, and works as an art instructor for Cornerstone Center for the Art as well as a commissioned artist.

 For more information about the show call Cornerstone’s Department of Education & Communication at 765-281-9503, ext. 23 or visit cornerstonearts.org. 

Satisfy your artistic craving with this fun, relaxing workshop. Our experienced instructor will guide you step-by-step to creating a masterpiece that you can call your own!

Enjoy a fun night out painting with friends at The Fickle Peach in Downtown Muncie. The teacher will guide you step by step to create your own piece of artwork. Each session will feature a different painting. Registration fee includes one workshop, supplies, and a drink of choice provided by The Fickle Peach. Registration is limited and payment at the time of registration is required.