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Minnetrista file photo.

Entertainment June 1, 2016

Minnetrista Exhibits and Events in June

By: Sam Condon— EXHIBITS The Wizard of Oz™ Educational Exhibit Through September 18, 2016 FOLLOW THE YELLOW BRICK ROAD™ to Minnetrista for the official THE WIZARD OF OZ™ Educational Exhibit, the first-ever, Warner Bros. Consumer Products licensed traveling educational exhibit based on the beloved movie classic. Visitors of all ages are invited to come along with DOROTHY™ and TOTO™ on a multi-sensory, cross-disciplinary exploration of the Land of Oz. Along the way, discover personal strengths and gifts using: literacy, visual,…

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Indiana artist Gwen Gutwein

Entertainment May 31, 2016

Discover the Artwork of Gwen Gutwein at Heritage Barns of Indiana

Muncie, IN—Discover the compelling stories behind the barn paintings of Indiana artist Gwen Gutwein at Heritage Barns of Indiana, at Minnetrista May 21 through August 14. The Heritage Barns of Indiana Project began in 2004 with a focus on the dwindling heritage of early Indiana barns. Gwen Gutwein, a member on the Barn Alliance, and owner of a fine art studio/gallery in Fort Wayne, is working to paint at least two old and/or historic barns from each of Indiana’s 92 counties….

A scene from Saturday's "Bark for Life." Photo by: Jay Garrison

Entertainment, Non-Profit May 23, 2016

“Bark for Life” American Cancer Society Fundraiser Held at Morrow’s Meadow

By: Jay Garrison— By 9am on Saturday, Morrow’s Meadow in Yorktown had gone to the dogs. Literally, this time, giving that phrase a positive connotation. Delaware County’s third annual American Cancer Society Bark For Life, hosted by Midwest Homes For Pets, raised funds and honored the care-giving qualities of our canine “best friends.” At Bark For Life, families and their dogs came together for a few hours to celebrate cancer survivorship (human and canine), to honor those that have been…

Special Needs Prom at MCHS. Photos by: Mike Rhodes

Education, Entertainment May 21, 2016

Photo Gallery: Special Needs Prom Held at Muncie Central High School

By: Mindy Kemper— Students with Special Needs and their Best Buddies from around Delaware County gathered at Muncie Central High School Saturday night for the Mad Hatter Ball. It was evident that many hours of effort went into the production of the prom event for those in attendance.  The evening, provided purely through donations and many hours of student and volunteer effort, came together as one beautiful magical scene from Alice in Wonderland. The dance was free to students and…

The historic Wysor Street Depot opened in 1901 along the Cincinnati, Richmond, and Muncie railroad line for passenger and freight traffic. After a meticulous restoration, the Depot now serves as the headquarters for Cardinal Greenways, Inc. Photo provided by Cardinal Greenways, Inc.

Entertainment, Non-Profit May 20, 2016

Celebrate National Trails Day with the Cardinal Greenway on June 4th

By: Angie Pool— Muncie, IN—Cardinal Greenway invites members of the community to help celebrate the American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day in Muncie on June 4, 2016. Events that day will celebrate the many features the Cardinal and White River Greenway trails have to offer and provide an opportunity for local residents to support these important community assets. The Cardinal and White River Greenways contribute to the quality of life of area residents by providing a scenic and safe route…

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Entertainment May 20, 2016

Cornfed Derby Dames Host Third Home Bout of Season 6 on June 12

Muncie, IN – The Cornfed Derby Dames (CFDD) are on a winning streak after defeating two teams at home and making some impressive wins at the K-town Shakedown tournament. Next up for the Dames is a doubleheader Sunday, June 12 at Gibson’s Skating Arena, 2610 S. Mock Ave. The CFDD All-Stars will take on the Gem City Rollergirls (Dayton) and the Muncie Missfits will be playing A-town Roller Derby (Anderson). Doors open for the double header at 1 p.m. with…

The Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Entertainment May 20, 2016

Charles W. Brown Planetarium 2016 Summer Schedule

Black Holes, Wormholes & the Movies Fridays:   June 3, 10 @ 6:30PM July 1, 15, 22, 29 @ 6:30PM August 12 @ 6:30PM A place from which nothing can escape, not even light, is called a black hole. Once thought to be only a mathematical curiosity, astronomers now think they are real. The theory of relativity also predicts the existence of wormholes that connect different regions of the universe. Popular movies have shown black holes as places of great destruction…

Photo by: Jay Garrison

Entertainment May 15, 2016

Delaware County Fair is Just Around the Corner

Muncie, IN— The Delaware County Fair kicks off with the queen contest and finishes with a rodeo! The 164th annual Delaware County Fair will officially open with 4-H events, on July 13; with midway rides opening July 18. The queen contest will be held June 25, at the Northside auditorium, to accommodate a larger audience for this exciting event. The line-up for the Delaware County Grandstand events for this year’s fair: Saturday, July 16, Horse and Pony Pull Sunday, July 17, Motocross…

The Sursa Family Concert Organ. Photo provided.

Education, Entertainment May 9, 2016

Ball State University’s School of Music Hosts First Sursa American Organ Competition

By: Ball State University Divison of Strategic Communications– MUNCIE, Indiana — Raúl Prieto Ramírez believes not enough people know about Ball State’s organ major. Or that Ball State’s Sursa Performance Hall is home to one of Indiana’s only concert hall organs, which this year celebrates its 10th year gracing the stage of the 600-seat venue. That’s why the instructor and internationally acclaimed concert organist has worked tirelessly in recent months planning the School of Music’s first Sursa American Organ Competition….

Mary Poppins at Muncie Civic Theater. Photo by: Kishel Photography

Carlson, Entertainment April 27, 2016

John Carlson: Reflections on “A Father’s Love for His Child”

By: John Carlson— It’s amazing how sometimes, when you least expect it, you have an encounter that makes you think about the truly important things in life, or in my case, just flat out humbles you. It happened to me Friday night when Nan and I went to see Mary Poppins at Muncie Civic Theatre. It was a wonderful show, a smash by all who worked so hard to put it on, and a tribute to the play’s director, Laura Williamson, who happens to…