Entertainment

By Katy Maggart— MUNCIE, IN—Minnetrista’s outdoor season of Farmers Market begins on May 6 from 9 a.m. to noon. Get ready for a summer of fresh, locally-sourced food and fun at Minnetrista’s outdoor Farmers Market! The market is the perfect place to discover new flavors, meet local vendors, and experience the best of our community. There’s plenty to see, do, eat, and buy at Farmers Market at Minnetrista! With a wide range of fresh produce, baked goods, plants, meats, artisan goods, and more, you’re sure to find something delicious to eat or take home with you. Connect with local vendors…

By Christina Blanch— MUNCIE, IN— Free Comic Book Day at Aw Yeah Comics, located in Downtown Muncie, is on May 6, 2023 from 12 noon to 6 pm. Aw Yeah Comics is one of the thousands of comic book shops around the world celebrating the largest event in the comic book industry: Free Comic Book Day! Each year, thousands of participating stores give away comic books to millions of fans to introduce them to the wonderful world of comics. “Free Comic Book Day is an awesome event that the whole family can enjoy. This is something that we love doing for the…

By Michelle Kinsey, for Muncie Civic Theatre— MUNCIE – Take notes, class. There will be a quiz at the end of this article. Today’s lesson is about “School of Rock,” a musical opening this week at Muncie Civic Theatre. “School of Rock” is about struggling musician Dewey Finn, who needs cash and poses as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. Dewey decides to ditch the curriculum and start a band with his students, convincing them to trade their pencils for drumsticks and calculators for keyboards. The musical, created by Andrew Lloyd Webber, is based on the 2003 Richard…

By Michelle Kinsey, Ball State University’s Office of Community Engagement— MUNCIE, IN – It’s one of Cheryl Crowder’s favorite downtown events. “Muncie’s Bridge Dinner is a beautiful gathering of people from all walks of life, just enjoying each other’s company,” she said. Crowder, events director for Muncie Downtown Development Partnership, has been involved in the planning of the event since it began in 2017. This year’s free event, set for April 27, is no exception. In fact, she and other Dinner planners – most of them have been involved since Day 1 – gathered near the bridge Thursday to discuss…

By Planetarium Staff— All planetarium programs are free of charge, cash donations are accepted at the door. No tickets or reservations are required for public planetarium shows.  Due to construction being done on the Cooper Science Complex, select parking and pathway access to the planetarium is blocked off. Plan to arrive early to safely navigate the area and arrive on time for the program. Visit our location and transportation webpage for up-to-date information. www.bsu.edu/planetarium May & June  Eclipse: The Sun Revealed  Fridays: May 12, 19; June 9 at 6:30pmThere will be a total solar eclipse visible from Muncie on April 8, 2024, and a…

By Katy Maggart— MUNCIE, IN— Mark your calendars for Muncie’s annual Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday, April 29 at Minnetrista Museum & Gardens. This FREE community event is a must-attend for tree lovers of all ages. This year is extra special, as we’re celebrating Muncie’s 25th anniversary of being a Tree City USA. And what better way to celebrate than by giving away eleven varieties of native saplings? The saplings will be given away on a first come first served basis from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Don’t miss your chance to take home a beautiful tree to plant in…

By BSU Marketing & Communications— MUNCIE, IN – Ball State University alumnus David Letterman, ‘69, is returning to his alma mater for the premiere of an original documentary, created by Ball State students and featuring Mr. Letterman, about the art of glass. The University will present the documentary, “Clear Reception,” at 7 p.m. Monday, May 1, 2023, at Emens Auditorium on Ball State’s campus. Following the screening of the film, Mr. Letterman will conduct a Q&A with two Ball State graduates who served as director and producer of the piece, respectively. The program is free and open to the public,…

By Katy Maggart— MUNCIE, IN— Minnetrista Museum & Garden’s annual Garden Fair is a must-attend for anyone with a green thumb and those looking for an incredible weekend filled with food, music, and fun. This two-day community event on May 12 and 13 is the perfect destination for foodies, music lovers, and garden enthusiasts alike. At Garden Fair, you’ll discover a world of beautiful plants, landscaping tools, and crafts to enhance your summer gardening projects. Meet and learn from vendors and horticulture experts while spending time with loved ones in a vibrant community atmosphere. And that’s not all – Garden…

By Christina Blanch— MUNCIE, IN— Muncie Comic Con will return for its second year April 15, 2023 at the Delaware County Fairgrounds.  Doors to the Heartland Building will open at 10:00 am and will close at 5:00 pm. Tickets are $10 and children under 10 are free. VIP tickets are $15.00 which allows early entrance at 9:30 am and also includes a free exclusive Muncie Comic Con print by award winning cartoonist, Art Baltazar. There will be vendors selling comic books, art prints, original art, pop culture related arts and crafts, and so much more. The cosplay contest parade will…