Entertainment

By: Stephen Mortland—  Muncie, IN—Celebrate Independence Day with Minnetrista this Fourth of July with Summer Stage Fest: America’s Hometown Band. Come early at 5:30 p.m. to enjoy food vendors, picnicking, and lots of family fun. Then, stay for live music by America’s Hometown Band at 8 p.m., followed by fireworks at dusk. Make your Fourth of July memorable with Summer Stage Fest: America’s Hometown Band on Wednesday, July 4th. For more information, visit minnetrista.net or call 765.282.4848. Follow us on Facebook and…

By: Michelle Kinsey— Muncie, IN—Muncie Civic Theatre is going down under – the sea, that is — for its latest production. The historic downtown theatre is presenting Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” live on stage June 8-24. For tickets, call 288-PLAY or go to www.munciecivic.org. Watch the beloved animated classic come to life with your favorite characters, including Ariel, Ursula, Sebastian, and songs, including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl” and “Part of Your World.” “Little Mermaid” tells the fishy tail, er tale, of…

By: Jennifer Johnson— “Festival on the Green” will move indoors today, June 9th, to the Field Sports Building, which is right next to and connected to Worthen Arena. —Picnics are still encouraged, but no alcohol can be brought into the Field Sports Building. — Public can still bring their lawn chairs, but a few folding chairs will be available in Field Sports. — No sharp objects should be set on the floor. We need to keep the floor protected. —…

By: Stephen Mortland— Muncie, IN—Spring into summer gardening with Garden Fair at Minnetrista on Saturday, June 2 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event is one day only this year, and the Farmers Market will be open for business throughout the entirety. “From plants, flowers, herbs, and compost, to garden art, bird feeders, and more, vendors will have everything you’ll need for your yard and garden,” said Sales & Events Manager Brett Ellison. “Expect to see enthusiastic, creative, and…

By: Sarah Shaffer— Muncie, IN—Join Cornerstone Center for the Arts on Thursday, June 7, from 6:00 to 7:30 pm for Bad Art Night at Cornerstone. Leave your talent at the door and create your best disasterpiece at this free event. Bad Art Night encourages attendees to create the tackiest, ugliest, and most ridiculous artwork with a chance to win prizes. Bad Art Night on First Thursday will take place in Studio A on the second floor of Cornerstone Center for…

By: Stephen Mortland— Muncie, IN—Add some fun and creativity to your child’s summer break with four camps coming up at Minnetrista! Culinary Kids—June 4–8; 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Order up! Treat your child to an exciting cooking camp this summer, where they will learn how to pick and create kid-friendly recipes, experiment with authentic kitchen appliances, and expand their culinary palates. For young cooks 8–10 years old. Registration deadline is May 31.   Junior Chefs—June 11–15; 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Yes chef!…

By: Richard Zeigler—  Muncie, IN—The Muncie Three Trails Music Series announced its 2018 lineup in a celebration at the Muncie Music Center on May 3, 2018. The series will once again feature four critically acclaimed national recording artists who will perform in a series of four FREE concerts at Canan Commons in downtown Muncie. All shows begin at 7 PM. Complete information on the series and all artists, including songs and videos, can be found at www.munciethreetrails.com. Celebrated bluegrass group Balsam…

By: Morgan Dean— Muncie, IN, – The Muncie Symphony Orchestra concludes their 2017-2018 subscription season this Saturday, April 28, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. in Emens Auditorium. “Season Finale” features the Youth Symphony Orchestra of East Central Indiana, along with 2017 MSO Young Artist Competition winner, pianist Phillip Shou. An informative pre-concert talk with MSO Artistic Director and Conductor, Douglas Droste, and pianist, Phillip Shou, will take place at 6:30 p.m. in Williams Lounge. Refreshments will be offered in the George…

By: Mike Rhodes & FM Music— Muncie, IN—Mike Martin & The Beautiful Mess will perform live at Elm Street Brewery, beginning at 9pm on April 27th. Mike will also be performing his song from the newly released 45 RPM vinyl record, “Take Your Pills.” Mike has been a Muncie fixture for years. Early on, he moved to Muncie from Fairmount, IN after moving back to Indiana from Folly Beach, SC. Mike always enjoyed spending time in Muncie and he thought…