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By Scott Smalstig— MUNCIE, IN—With a standing room only crowd of over 200 people at Ivy Tech’s downtown Muncie Community Room, Recovery Café Muncie conducted its second annual fundraising breakfast, captivating all in attendance with stories of love, acceptance, and success. “We can’t thank our sponsors and donors enough,” said Lisa Roossien, Recovery Café’s Executive Director. “We doubled the number of attendees from last year, and we are so proud that our story is resonating with the community. We are…

By Janet Roepke and Elizabeth Douglass— MUNCIE, IN—We propose that the first Saturday in September each year be celebrated as Shondell Day in Delaware County. On Saturday September 2, 2023, a group of former Burris volleyball players announced a new scholarship in honor of Muncie’s Steve Shondell. Mr. Shondell led the school to 21 Indiana state championships and four national championships in girl’s volleyball – making him one of the nation’s winningest high school volleyball coaches. In announcing the scholarship, former Burris…

By Molly Flodder— MUNCIE, IN—When Hillcroft Services, Inc. and the Ross Community Center discovered they will be hosting similar events on Saturday, October 14, they decided to join forces and encourage their own shoppers to visit each other’s venue. Both events, set for 10 a.m.-3 p.m. in Muncie will highlight the work of local artists and merchandise of area vendors. Hillcroft’s Shop & Share will be at their facility at 501 W. Airpark Drive. The Ross Community Center’s Art and…

By Erin Williams— MUNCIE, IN—Muncie Arts and Culture Council (MuncieArts) is excited to welcome the first round of fall resident artists to Muncie to kick of the fifth year of the PlySpace Artist Residency Program. This program invites artists from around the world to Muncie to develop unique creative projects with the community. First off this fall, we are joined by Carmen Nikae (NY/LA), a queer, bi-coastal actor, writer, and clown. Carmen brings the art of clowning to Muncie, where…

By Ro Selvey— MUNCIE, IN—Recovery Café Muncie is a safe place for people to find nourishment, love, connection, and recovery right here in downtown Muncie. They are open for ALL people, including those experiencing substance use disorder, mental illness, poverty, homelessness, loneliness, trauma – whatever it is that’s preventing them from being their best, truest self. They truly meet people where they’re at but wrap them in the love and resources needed to not stay there. When a community member…

By Madjax Maker Force—  MUNCIE, IN —Madjax Maker Force is excited to announce the opening of applications for the 2024 Maker in Residence fellowship cohort. This unique initiative provides a dedicated opportunity for makers, artists, entrepreneurs, and educators to explore and nurture their creative pursuits in a collaborative and inspiring environment. Professional and hobbyist makers are invited to apply for the year-long fellowship that includes training, networking, leading workshops, and a membership to the Madjax Design Lab. The theme for…

By Kallie Sulanke— MUNCIE, Ind.— One thousand American flags will wave on the lawn at Minnetrista beside the White River Greenway during Flags of Honor this September.  Flags of Honor, presented by the Exchange Club of Muncie, is an annual event for families and visitors to join together once a year at Minnetrista in a united show of patriotism. The display will begin with a small collection of flags on Monday, September 4. The complete display of 1,000 flags will…

By Michelle Kinsey— MUNCIE, IN — What can you get for two bucks? Turns out, quite a bit. The “$2 Tour of the Village” returns Saturday, Aug. 26, from 4 to 8 p.m. on University Avenue between Calvert and Dill Streets. Not only is admission free to this event, but the first 100 people through the gates will be given a $2 bill to spend on awesome $2 items from Village businesses (an Art Mart goodie bag or a $2 t-shirt from…

By Kelsey Harrington, Program and Analytics Officer— MUNCIE, IN—Earlier this month, the George and Frances Ball Foundation’s Board of Directors met to review third quarter competitive grant requests. The Foundation’s proactive grantmaking strategy is focused on educational attainment through the collective impact initiative, Cradle to Career Muncie. In addition to this strong, strategic focus, the Foundation also targets grantmaking to advance quality of place. This quarter, George and Frances Ball Foundation leadership made commitments totaling $3.5 million to promote these…