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By: Jeff Robinson— Muncie, IN—Each year the South Asian Muncie Association hosts a festival showcasing the culture of South Asia. This year the association has partnered with Cornerstone Center for the Arts and is welcoming the general public to enjoy an evening of food, dance, fashion, and performances. SAMA Fest will be held at Cornerstone on Saturday, November 11, 2017  beginning at 5 p.m Guests will have the opportunity of sampling traditional cuisine from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan. Traditional…

By: Polly Craig, Executive Director, YOC Foundation— Muncie, IN—The Youth Opportunity Center (YOC) Foundation celebrated the twelfth anniversary of the Shafer Giving Society and the legacy of the late Hamer and Phyllis Shafer at a luncheon held in the YOC Gymnasium on October 6, 2017. The Shafer Giving Society was formed in 2006 to honor donors who have made cumulative gifts of $1,000 or more. The theme of this year’s event was Transforming Together: The Next Chapter. The Shafer Giving Society…

By: Tina Sulfridge, Beech Grove Cemetery— Muncie, IN—Join local historians and actors for the 4th annual guided walking tour of a portion of Delaware County’s largest landmark and learn about many interesting historical figures. The beautiful fall foliage lends itself to provide the perfect backdrop for the information packed tours that are family friendly and will feature prominent members from our community as well as lesser known names. Previous tours have introduced guests to “Diamond” Harriett Mitchell Anthony-a local socialite…

By: Morgan Dean— Muncie, IN – The Muncie Symphony Orchestra’s second concert of the 2017-2018 season, “Classics 2: Bach and Schubert,” will be Oct. 14, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. in Pruis Hall. The pre-concert talk will be held at 6:30 p.m. in Pruis Hall. “Our performance will feature more intimate works in a familiar venue, Pruis Hall. Schubert’s Unfinished Symphony is a beautifully crafted piece and appropriately demonstrates why he was such a masterful writer of art songs. Andrew Crow…

By: Chrystal Pearson— Muncie, IN—Women in Business Unlimited (WIBU), an organization dedicated to providing networking opportunities for business women of East Central Indiana, is pleased to announce the Nominees for the 2017 ATHENA Awards. After closing public nominations on September 22nd, WIBU received a total of seventeen (17) candidates for the internationally recognized awards. Nominations were solicited from the public. In order to remain impartial, the 17 nominations were forwarded to the judging panel for review. Each judge reviews and…

By: Erin Moore, Ball State Office of Community Engagement— Muncie, IN—If you happened to drive by the Washington Street Bridge last Thursday evening, you saw a sight that was just a dream a few months ago – tables and chairs spanning the length of the bridge under a perfect autumn sky, colored lights, jazz music, food, laughter, and tons of Muncie love. Video produced by: Higher Aerial Photography and Guardian Brewery Our community’s first Bridge Dinner brought together more than 500…

By:  Allison Gregory– Muncie, IN– During United Way of Delaware County’s 2017 Campaign, Muncie employers are investing in their high-potential employees by lending them to serve and fundraise as Loaned Executives. The program is designed to provide leadership development and skill-building opportunities for participating employers and employees. This year, acting Loaned Executives are engaging with local business leaders in the following interactive workshops: United Way and Community Need Overview with United Way President and CEO Jenni Marsh, Power of Purpose…

By: Sam Condon—  Muncie, IN—It’s time for a new adventure! Today, Minnetrista rolled out its new Museums for All membership to the Muncie community. “We are excited to offer this new membership opportunity,” said Rebecca Gilliam, Vice President, Visitor Experience. “Minnetrista is a great place for families to spend time together, explore outside, play in the Backyard Garden, and check out the newest exhibition.” Museums for All is a cooperative initiative between the Association of Children’s Museums (ACM) and the…