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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…

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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…

Minnetrista is located at 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy, Muncie, IN 47303. File photo by Mike Rhodes

Entertainment April 23, 2016

Outdoor Farmers Market Begins May 7th at Minnetrista

Muncie, IN—Breathe in the spring air and find market-fresh produce at Farmers Market at Minnetrista! The Outdoor Market begins May 7, and takes place from 8 a.m. to noon, every Saturday through October. “Outdoor market is a great time to spice up your life with a variety of fresh produce,” said Farmers Market Coordinator Rosemary Tankersley. “Come often and learn about the many different varieties of produce that are offered throughout the season, and don’t forget, this food is as…

Night at the Opera. Photo provided.

Entertainment April 19, 2016

The Muncie Symphony Orchestra Presents “Night at the Opera”

By: Tracy Dishman— Muncie, IN – Long before Downtown Abbey mesmerized audiences, Carmen flirted with Don José. Figaro married Susanna. And ‘Butterfly’ deeply loved Lt. Pinkerton. Join the Muncie Symphony Orchestra and guests for “Night at the Opera”, Saturday, April 23 at 7:30 p.m. in Emens Auditorium. Tickets start at $20 for adults in advance and $5 for youth, K – 12. Contact the Emens Box Office at 765.285.1539 or visit munciesymphony.org. “’Night at the Opera’ is basically opera’s greatest hits….

It's grilling season! Photo by: Mike Rhodes

Entertainment April 16, 2016

It’s Grilling Season. Here Are Some Safety Tips and a Fun Recipe!

By: Ball State Division of Strategic Communications— Ball State University’s Matt Chappell has seen it time after time. A fun afternoon in the backyard ruined by a mishap at the grill. Instead of eating perfectly cooked burgers, hot dogs and steaks, people spend a summer’s day in the emergency room being treated for burns. “Safety is all important when grilling food,” says Chappell, a hospitality and food management instructor at Ball State. “However, many people are in a rush to…

Halteman Village Swim Club. Photo provided.

Entertainment, Non-Profit April 14, 2016

Halteman Village Pool to Open for 58th Season

By: Keith Roberts— Halteman Village Swim Club is currently seeking new members for the upcoming season. The pool has been a fixture in the neighborhood for nearly six decades. Nestled in Halteman Village on Lancaster Ave., Halteman Pool serves not only the Halteman Village neighborhood, but residents of several northwest Muncie neighborhoods. With a recent shift in leadership, the new board decided this year to abandon the traditional model of “stock” membership and heavy first-year fees and charge a flat,…

Photo provided by: Masterworks Chorale

Entertainment April 10, 2016

Masterworks Chorale Offers World Premiere Performance of Middletown Chronicles

By: Andy Saxon— MUNCIE, Ind. – Masterworks Chorale has something very special in the works for this spring, and you’re invited. As their thirty-eighth season winds to a close, the local choral singing ensemble and their artistic director, Dr. Andrew Crow, plan to leave the audience on a high note with the event, Middletown USA. The May 14th event will kick-off the Delaware County celebrations honoring Indiana’s bicentennial at 7:30 p.m. in the Muncie Central High School auditorium, and tickets…