Thursday, July 31, 2008
Weekly Downtown E-News 7/31/08
AUGUST EVENTS: August 1 - The Muncie Children's Museum is throwing a party! Come to August's Friends and Family Fun Night for an End of Summer Party at the MCM from 3 - 7 p.m. Admission is free. August 1 - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Walden Song. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle. August 1 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Transformers" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street. August 1 & 2 - Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista, featuring Oklahoma!, presented by Muncie Civic Theatre (Free Admission). August 2 & 3 - This year's Ribfest will be held August 2nd, noon-10:00p.m and August 3rd 11:00a.m.-4:00p.m. in the streets of downtown Muncie. Visit munciedowntown.com for vendor applications and more information. August 7 - First Thursday in Downtown Muncie from 5 to 8pm. All the art galleries open their monthly exhibits with meet-the-artists receptions. Cornerstone Center for the Arts now has an art gallery that will also be included in First Thursday! August 7 - Carol Cheney will be giving portrait demonstrations at the ArtWorks Art Gallery on First Thursday, August 7, from 5:00 to 7:30 pm. Carol is a painter and local artist/educator. Her watercolor and oil paintings will be on display at ArtWorks Gallery for the month of August. August 8 - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from the Easy Leis and Tim VanCleave Trio. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle. August 8 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Spiderman 3" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street. August 9th - Making Music (For 4 - 9 year-olds) at Minnetrista, 10 a.m. - Noon Muncie Music Center will demonstrate how to play instruments from each musical family, then you can create music in our Wild Music Jam Room and make a flute to take home! Registration required. August 10th - Second Annual Cornerstone Carnival from 2 to 5 pm at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. Games for children of all ages, prizes, crafts, free classes, performances, refreshments, and much more! August 11th - Artworks will host an artistic earrings class by Artist Heidi J Hale from 6-9:00pm. Learn how to make three different unique earrings with various techniques using sterling silver wire and semi-precious gemstones. Class limit 6. August 15th - Cardinal Greenway 15th Anniversary celebration continues with an Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social - Cool off with ice cream after strolling along the Greenway! August 15th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from The Joan Hamilton Band. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle. August 15th - Free Friday Night Movie - "Underdog" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street. August 20th - PBS Program Club at Minnetrista, 2:00 p.m. - 4 p.m. Watch and discuss this PBS production about the Aztec Massacre. Price: Free, registration requested. August 22nd - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Losing September w/ Looking for Chairs. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle. August 22nd - Free Friday Night Movie - "Shrek the Third" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street. August 26th - Artworks will host a beginning photography class by Artist Jack Reynolds from 6:30-8:30pm at ArtWorks Gallery. Learn to take control of your camera, composition, lighting, action tips and more. Make better images with your point and shoot or other digital camera. August 27th - Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista, Pops Concert, featuring Muncie Symphony Orchestra (Free Admission) August 28th - Wildlife Solutions at Minnetrista, 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. This seminar will teach you to diagnose and identify garden intruders and discuss prevention techniques. Registration deadline Aug. 25. August 29th- Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Ruined for Life. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle. August 29th - Free Friday Night Movie - "The Game Plan" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street. August 30th - Glass Bead Minne-trip, 8: 00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. (Lunch will be provided) Join us as we travel to Inspired Fire Glass Studio & Gallery in Lafayette, Indiana. Experience flame-working techniques firsthand, create glass beads to take home, and learn the basics of creating a small glass sculpture. Registration deadline Aug. 25. August 30th - Farmers Market Cooking Demonstration Saturday, August 30, 9:00 a.m. at Minnetrista. Enjoy this FREE cooking demonstration featuring chefs from the local chapter of the American Culinary Federation. All demonstrations include locally grown ingredients found at Farmers Market. AUGUST ONGOING Every Monday - Jazz at the Fickle Peach features Ralph Johnson on drums, Paul Rhine on double-bass and flute, and Phil Cooley on Piano. They perform every Monday night from 9 to 11. Daily at Minnetrista--Historical House Tours at 11, 1 and 3pm; The Minnetrista Story 2pm ; and Nature & Garden Fun at 4pm Through August 16 - Young artists from Clay Camp will have their work on display at Gallery 308 the first two weeks of August. The exhibit will include work created by children in summer art camps at the Art Mart and the Artist Within. An opening reception to meet the young artists will be held Thursday August 7th from 5-8 pm. Through August - "Resonating Bio-forms" by Thurman Grantham will be on exhibit at ArtWorks through August. The watercolor and oil paintings of Carol Cheney will also be on display. There will be an opening reception, as well as an art demonstration from Cheney, during First Thursday. Through August - Gallery Sale at Gordy Fine Art & Framing. Included in the exhibit/sale will be many recognizable names - Alan Patrick, Jim Faulkner, Margie Prim, David and Sarojini Johnson, Bill Zack, Shonet Martin, Eric Ernstberger, Martha Gilliom, Jerry Henning, Sally Myers, Carol Burt, the Gordy's, and others. There will be an opening reception during First Thursday. Through August - "Friends and Family" is an exhibition of some of the artwork the Artist Within owners Bob and Vicki Hartley have collected over the years. There will be an opening reception during First Thursday. Through August 28 - Muncie Children's Museum - Summer Storytime. Included with admission. Join the MCM educators every Tuesday and Thursday, at 1:00 p.m., for Summer Storytime in the Book Nook! Pre-registration is not required. Through August 31 - Recording History: The Grand Pianos and Diverse Sounds of Starr Gennett at Minnetrista. Visit www.minnetrista.net for info. Through Sept. 7 - Wild Music: Sounds & Songs of Life at Minnetrista, May 31 - September 7. Visit www.minnetrista.net for info. Through October - Minnetrista Farmers Market meets every Wednesday evening from 4pm until sold out, and every Saturday morning from 8am to noon. Featuring vegetables, fruits, flowers, eggs, honey, baked goods, meat, cheese and much more. LOOKING AHEAD... September 5 - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Mike Martin & Friends. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle. Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
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Schedule for Rib Fest 2008 in Downtown Muncie Indiana
RibFest returns to Walnut Street in Historic Downtown Muncie Indiana on Saturday, August 2nd from noon to 10:00pm and Sunday, August 3rd, from 11:00am to 4pm. This summer celebration continues to be one of Muncie's favorite Downtown events. 5,000 people who love to eat, two days, fabulous entertainment and great partners promise to make RibFest 2008 something you won't want to miss! Admission $5.00, kids 10- and under free. * For more info or to be a vendor CLICK HERE or please call: Cheryl Crowder @ 282-7897 * Sponsored by: Downtown Development Partnership, Muncie Sanitary District, Sam Pierce Chevrolet, WLBC, MAX and WERK RIBFEST 2008 FEATURES: * Kids activities, rock wall, inflatable games, games with prizes, and The Pumpkin Vine Express Train, sponsored by The Fickle Peach! * 20 of Indiana's finest food Vendors-MMM Finger Licking Good RIBS! * Beer Gardens * Arts and Craft Vendors * Not-for Profit and Information Booths 22 fabulous bands on three stages Saturday evening Headliner: Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band Classic, Hot Rod and Custom Cruise-In Sponsored by Toys Forever Models and Hobbies August 2- 6pm-10pm August 3- 1pm-5pm Entertainment Lineup for Saturday August 2nd Noon-10pm: FM Music Stage 12-12:45- Nathan Fox Trio 1-1:45- Muncie Central Jazz Ensemble 2-2:45- 67 South Band 3-3:45- Nyx Redemption 4-4:45- Ruined for Life 5-5:45- Mike Martin Band 6-6:45- Mike Feeney 7-7:45-The Buzz 8-8:45-Chet O'Keefe and the Farmers Co-op 9-10:00- James Brown Car Alarm Sam Piece Chevrolet Stage 12:30-1:15- Smoking Guns 1:30-2:15- Ryan Caudill and the Country Krossroads 3:00-3:45- Mud Eye Joe 4:00-4:45- The Spitshine 5:00-5:45- Joan Hamilton Band 6:00-6:45- Pray for Mojo 7:00-7:45- Dave Helms Band 8:15-10:00- Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band Muncie Music Center Stage 12:15-1:15- Gordon Brook 1:30- 2:30- John Allen 2:45-4:00- Doc Peterson, Simmons and Dunn 4-4:45- Ancient Arts Dance Studio Belly Dancers 5:00-10:00- Dr. Feel Good Karaoke Contest- Elimination Round Sponsored by Pete's Duck Inn, Texas Roadhouse, Oasis and Hinee's Entertainment Lineup for Sunday August 3rd- 11am-4pm: Sam Pierce Stage 11:15-12:15- Blues Funk Project 12:30-1:30- Morgan and Jason Duet 1:45-2:45- Jarheads 3:00-4:00- We're History Now FM Music Stage Final Rounds of Dr. Feel Good Karaoke Contest- Sponsored by Pete's Duck Inn, Texas Roadhouse, Oasis and Hinee's $300 first prize 11-12 open karaoke 12- 4 Finals Motorcycle Show Sponsored by Delaware County ABATE 11-4pm
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Meet Actor Doug Jones Tonight at the Muncie Mall
 Meet the star of My Name is Jerry, Doug Jones! He'll be signing autographs and taking photos at the Muncie Mall on Thursday, July 31st from 6-8pm. The first 50 people to arrive will receive a free signed 8x10 Abe Sapien photo! We'll also have a photographer available to take stills of visitors with Doug on a green screen, and put them both in a scene from My Name is Jerry for $5 (a portion of the proceeds benefit the Simon Youth Foundation). This is also a great chance to learn more about the film and maybe buy a My Name is Jerry t-shirt. My Name is Jerry follows Jerry (Pan's Labyrinth's Doug Jones), a forty-something door-to-door book salesman, who is used to having doors shut in his face. However, a chance meeting with Trisha, engaging young punk rocker, opens the door into a new world. Members of the distinguished cast include Catherine Hicks (Annie Camden on ?7th Heaven?) as Dana, Don Stark (Bob Pinciotti on ?That 70?s Show) as David, and Allison Scagliotti (Mindy Crenshaw on ?Drake &Josh?). The movie is set to be released in 2009. My Name Is Jerry is a student and industry professional collaborate effort in partnership with The Institute for Digital Entertainment and Education, The College of Fine Arts, and Ball State University. Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
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Wednesday, July 30, 2008
August at the Artist Within and Gallery 308
"Friends and Family" is an exhibition of some of the artwork the Artist Within owners Bob and Vicki Hartley have collected over the years. During his years as an art teacher, Bob was frequently asked how he became interested in art. His answer was simply stated, "I grew up with it. The walls of our home were covered with art and my mother and siblings were always doing artwork of some sort. We were encouraged to explore art and were taken to galleries at an early age." August's exhibit will feature a look at some of the artwork that the Hartleys have "grown up with". An opening reception will be held Thursday August 7th from 5-8 pm and the show will remain up through August 30th. Young artists from Clay Camp will have their work on display at Gallery 308 the first two weeks of August. The exhibit will include work created by children in summer art camps at the Art Mart and the Artist Within. An opening reception to meet the young artists will be held Thursday August 7th from 5-8 pm. Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
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Gordy Fine Art & Framing to Host Gallery Sale
Overstuffed closets can be a beautiful thing, especially when the stuffing is in the form of luscious oil paintings, hand-thrown pottery, crisp watercolors, and hand-pulled prints. Gallery owners, Brian and Genny Gordy, have decided to thin out the works left in their care by offering the first comprehensive art sale at their downtown shop.  Included in the exhibit/sale will be many recognizable names - Alan Patrick, Jim Faulkner, Margie Prim, David and Sarojini Johnson, Bill Zack, Shonet Martin, Eric Ernstberger, Martha Gilliom, Jerry Henning, Sally Myers, Carol Burt, the Gordy's, and others. "Artists love to sell their work. Galleries love to sell artists' work. Art patrons and collectors love to have beautiful things for their homes," offered son, Ben, a framer and burgeoning art collector. "Of course, we also love to put beautiful frames on that art whenever we can." The Gordy gallery wall will be filled with dozens of pieces, salon-style, throughout August. As objects sell, they will be replaced with other pieces, also on sale. The public is invited to attend the First Thursday opening on August 7th, from 5 to 8 PM, where light refreshments will be served. The exhibit may also be viewed during normal business hours, Monday - Friday, 9 AM to 5:30 PM, and Saturday, 9 to 3, or by appointment. Gordy Fine Art & Framing Company is located at 224 East Main Street, next door to Civic Theatre. For more information, call 284-8422, or visit www.gordyframing.com. Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
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Agenda for Thursday's Downtown Business Council Meeting
Mayor Sharon McShurley is expected to address the Muncie Downtown Business Council at the group's upcoming meeting on Thursday, July 31st, at 3pm in the Star Press building's conference room. Your attendance and involvement is strongly encouraged at this meeting; and the input of all downtown businesses, residents and supporters is very important at this time of uncertainty about Downtown Muncie. White River Landing will then host this month's DBC "Meet the Members Mixer," immediately following the meeting from 4:30 to 6:00pm. The meeting's agenda follows below:: Muncie Downtown Business Council Membership Meeting July 31, 2008 at 3:00 PM in the Star Press building conference room MDBC Statement of Purpose "The primary purpose of the Muncie Downtown Business Council is to create and maintain an environment for growth and expansion of businesses in the downtown area of Muncie, Indiana" AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Committee Reports , Updates & Items for Decision a. Special Events & Volunteers Wrap-Up on BSU Parent Orientation Tours RibFest & Muncie MusicFest Preperations BSU Homecoming & BSU vs. Navy Football Game b. Membership & Marketing Nancy Buchert Regarding Business Expo New Corporate Structure for MDBC & Membership Dues c. Planning & Advocacy 2008 Weed Eradication Plan Gus Macker Discussion 3. Discussion with Mayor Sharon McShurley & Jim Borgmann, President of Heart of the City 4. Today's Membership Mixer at White River Landing! 5. Announcements 6. Adjournment Next Membership Meeting: Wednesday, August 27th at 3:00 PM at StarPress NEW MAILING ADDRESS FOR MDBC! P.O. Box 1093 Muncie, IN 47308 Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
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"My Name is Jerry" Update
Welcome to the first My Name is Jerry Newsletter! Today 9July 26) was the tenth day of filming (we're halfway!) and Don Stark was in downtown Muncie to perform his scenes as David, a salesman friend of Jerry (Doug Jones). We filmed in the Horizon Convention Center and Muncie Star Press offices. You may recognize Don as the character Bob Pinciotti from That 70's Show.  On Wednesday, Catherine Hicks of 7th Heaven fame was in Muncie to film her scenes as the character Dana Holderman at the Ball State University Alumni Center. Filming has been going well despite the interruption of many passing trains during outdoor scenes. However, given the film's Midwestern setting, they are an undeniable part of the ambiance. On July 31, the film's star, Doug Jones, will be making an appearance at the Muncie Mall from 6-8 PM signing autographs and taking photos. The first 50 fans to arrive will receive signed pictures of Abe Sapien, Jones' role in "Hellboy II: The Golden Army." Be sure to come and meet Dougie - he's a sweetheart! For daily updates from the set, be sure to check out our blog and see the latest videos, pictures, and more! In the News: My Name is Jerry has been featured recently on WRTV (Indianapolis Channel 6 News), The Star Press, and IPR. If you would like to help us spread the word about this exciting film, please contact Jessica Seaton, jlseaton@bsu.edu, with your suggestions! Behind the Scenes Check out our Flickr page to view the latest behind the scenes photos, and view all of the amazing Muncie locations we've already visited! Doug Jones Rap Our Doug Jones Rap video on YouTube has immediately become one of the most popular videos we've posted. Check out Doug having some fun with a few of his Chicago co-stars. Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
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Monday, July 28, 2008
Minnetrista Names New Vice President of Philanthropy
Following an extensive search, Robert Scott has joined the staff at Minnetrista as Vice President of Philanthropy.  Scott earned a Bachelors degree in Social Studies Education from Purdue University in 1988, and completed a Masters in Executive Development for Public Service from Ball State University in 1999. He has held the Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential since 2000. Scott started his career in Illinois supporting the development of small not-for-profit neighborhood organizations. Most recently he held the position of Executive Director of Development for the East Central Region of Ivy Tech Community College. During his 12 year tenure he managed annual fundraising and grant-seeking efforts, coordinated capital campaigns, and administered the scholarship program. Robert Scott hails from Hagerstown, Indiana and is an active member of the Muncie/Delaware County Chamber of Commerce, Kiwanis Club of Muncie, Teamwork for Quality Living, and Eden Church. He resides near Albany, with his wife Julie and two children, Rachel and Caleb. Scott is looking forward to contributing to the continued growth of Minnetrista and supporting the efforts to expand programs that enrich our community. Located along historic White River, Minnetrista includes 40 acres of beautiful gardens and grounds, a modern museum facility, an historic home, Nature Area, numerous sculptures, and a portion of the Cardinal Greenway. Minnetrista serves East Central Indiana with dynamic community activities and exhibits that honor and reflect its natural and cultural heritage. For more information about Minnetrista, visit www.minnetrista.net Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
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Upcoming Events at Minnetrista
Daily Tours at Minnetrista - daily activities always included with admission! Admission: $4 child/student, $6 senior, $7 adult. Discovery Kits - Get a little more out of your experience. Inquire at the front desk to learn about our Discovery Kits--they're perfect for families! Back in Time: Historical House Tour - Daily at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., & 3 p.m. Explore this historic home and discover what life was like for the family who once lived here. Garden Spirits - Daily, 2 p.m. Can you find the magic in Oakhurst Gardens? Look and listen closely--learn the lore of the garden spirits who may live here. Create your magic story as you seek and play. Nature & Garden Fun - Daily, 4 p.m. Join us for a nature adventure! Discover what's blooming in the gardens, wildlife in the Nature Area, or Indiana animals that call our Discovery Cabin home. See the sign in the lobby for daily program details. Events: Farmers Market Cooking Demonstration Saturday, August 30, 9:00 a.m. Enjoy this FREE cooking demonstration featuring chefs from the local chapter of the American Culinary Federation. All demonstrations include locally grown ingredients found at Farmers Market. Family Programs: Making Music (For 4 - 9 year-olds) Saturday, August 9 10 a.m. - Noon Muncie Music Center will demonstrate how to play instruments from each musical family, then you can create music in our Wild Music Jam Room and make a flute to take home! Price: Members, $7; non-members, $10. Registration required. Adult Programs: PBS Program Club Wednesday, August 20 2:00 p.m. - 4 p.m. Watch and discuss this PBS production about the Aztec Massacre. Price: Free, registration requested. Wildlife Solutions Thursday, August 28 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Are garden critters causing you headaches? You're not alone. This seminar will teach you to diagnose and identify garden intruders and discuss prevention techniques. Our speaker will focus on rabbits, deer, bats, raccoons, squirrels, and moles. If one of these furry culprits is a pest in your garden, you don't want to miss this informative seminar! Price: Members, $7; non-members, $10. Registration deadline: Monday, August 25. Glass Bead Minne-trip Saturday, August 30 8: 00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Lunch will be provided) Join us as we travel to Inspired Fire Glass Studio & Gallery in Lafayette, Indiana. Experience flame-working techniques firsthand, create glass beads to take home, and learn the basics of creating a small glass sculpture. Price: Members, $100; non-members, $110. Registration deadline: Monday, August 25. *Space is limited. Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
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Carnival at Cornerstone Center for the Arts
Join Cornerstone Center for the Arts for the second annual Cornerstone Carnival on August 10th from 2:00-5:00 pm. This event is free and open to the entire community, so invite your friends, family, and neighbors. Last year over 800 people of all ages found something fun and exciting to do at the Cornerstone Carnival. This year's carnival will feature Guitar Hero and Rock Band videogame stations provided by Best Buy, carnival games, prizes, face painting, and free classes such as line dancing, belly dance, hip hop, Kindermusik and more! Our talented students will perform on stage, give music recitals, and display their artwork. Free kids' meals and dinners from Texas Roadhouse will be given out as door prizes. Popsicles, popcorn, and drinks from McDonald's will all be free. All participants will also be able to make fun crafts at our activity stations as well as sign up for fall arts classes. All these wonderful free activities are brought to you by the sponsors already mentioned as well as The Community Foundation, The Indiana Arts Commission, and Indiana Public Radio. * What: FREE Cornerstone Carnival * When: Sunday, August 10, 2-5pm * Where: Cornerstone Center for the Arts, 520 E. Main St. Muncie, IN 47305 * Who: Open to the public. * Cost: Everything is FREE! If you or someone you know would like to volunteer to help with games or crafts, please contact the Education Office at 281.9503 ext. 15.
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End of Summer Party at Muncie Children's Museum
The Muncie Children's Museum is throwing a party! Come to August's Friends and Family Fun Night for an End of Summer Party at the MCM, on Friday, August 1, 2008, from 3 - 7 p.m. Admission is free. Come and enjoy the last party of the summer before school begins! Attend Friends and Family Fun Night to hear and take part in interactive story time, explore the Museum during a scavenger hunt and make friendship bracelets! Underwriting for this event is provided by the Edmund F. & Virginia B. Ball Foundation. For more information about Friends and Family Fun Night, call (765) 286-1660 or visit www.munciechildrensmuseum.com. The Muncie Children's Museum provides hands-on, educational and innovative learning. The Museum is located at 515 S. High St. Museum hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays and 1-5 p.m. Sundays. Admission is $6 a person ages 1-100. Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
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Cardinal Greenways 15th Anniversary Events
Come join us at the Historic Wysor Street Depot, 700 E. Wysor St., Muncie, IN, for some family fun! Guests of all ages are invited to help us celebrate the anniversary of Cardinal Greenways with these special events: Ice Cream Social On Friday, August 15, 2008 from 5:00 to 8:00 pm, come enjoy a tasty ice cream treat and take a stroll along the Greenway. Come one or come all to cool off and to take in the beautiful trails! Motion Analysis On Monday, September 15, 2008 at 7:00 pm, come and listen as Jeff Frame, Manager of the Biomechanics lab at Motion Analysis, explains proper bike fit and gives tips on proper running and walking shoe fit. Be active and be safe by learning how to move the right way! Fall Scavenger Hunt On Wednesday, October 15, 2008, bring the family for a fall scavenger hunt along the trail from 4:00 - 6:00 pm . Kick off the season with some fun in the foliage and stick around for some tasty fall treats! Write your Story for a Healthier Life On Saturday, November 15, 2008, at 10:00 am, come and listen as Lori Byers from Ball State University, explains how we have the power to improve our health based on the story and script we "write" for ourselves. Learn how to develop a pro-active plan for living a healthier life. Christmas Treats at the Depot Take a break from shopping on Monday, December 15, 2008 and stop by the Depot for a Christmas treat from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. You will also be able to learn the history of the Depot and Cardinal Greenway. Be sure and check out our gift shop for your Holiday shopping.
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Thursday, July 24, 2008
Weekly Downtown E-News 7/24/08
Downtown Announcements: the Downtown Business Council meeting will be Thursday, July 31st at 3pm at the Star Press building conference room. This is a rescheduled from our usual meeting date, so please take note. Mayor Sharon McShurley is expected to address the group about future plans for downtown. This is a very important meeting, and everyone is encouraged to attend. The meeting will also cover info about Business Expo and discussion about Gus Macker downtown. Read more...Do you have too many tiaras, tutus or tea dresses in your closet? Muncie Ballet will host a fundraiser "Tag Sale for Tutus" during RibFest August 2nd & 3rd, downtown Muncie. You can help by donating, gently used dance wear, costumes, dance shoes, dance themed items and pretty dresses. Please bring your donation to Mr. Super Rent Equipment on the corner of Centennial and Wheeling, 1631 N. Wheeling Ave. Muncie, IN 47303 before Friday August 1. Call Lisa Love at Muncie Ballet for more information, 282-1480. Volunteers are needed to help with RibFest Aug. 2 & 3. Call Cheryl at 282-7897. Click here for the RibFest schedule of events and entertainment lineup.Today is the last day to get David Allan Coe tickets at Doc's before the price goes up dramatically! The outlaw country legend will be in concert tomorrow, Friday July 25th, at Doc's Music Hall. Read More Downtown News at MuncieDowntown.com JULY EVENTS July 21-25th - Blast Off: A Trip to the Sky Summer Camp at Muncie Childrens Museum. Call the museum for details 286-1660. July 21-25th - Camp Minnetrista 2008. Your child will engage in days of fun, learning and discovery this summer at Camp Minnetrista! Choose from two week-long sessions in July, or attend both. Visit www.minnetrista.net/camp or contact us at (765) 282-4848. July 24-26th - Muncie Civic Theatre presents: Oklahoma 7:30pm July 25th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Doc's Americana. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle. July 25 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Daddy Day Camp" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street. July 25 - David Allan Coe returns to Doc's Music Hall. 21+ Visit www.docsmusichall.com for info. July 26th - Great Greenway Tour at Cardinal Greenway. Registration from 7 to 10am at Wysor Street Depot. For more information, contact the Cardinal Greenway Office at 287-0399 or email greatgreenwaytour@yahoo.com July 26 - Muncie Children's Museum - Free Family Saturday. Free admission from 10 am to 5 pm. July Ongoing - Muncie Children's Museum - Make 'n Take. Included with admission. Come to the MCM every Wednesday and Friday, at 1:00 p.m., to take part in innovative and fun crafts in the Museum's Make 'n Take! Pre-registration is not required. July 26 - Wild Songs of Summer at Minnetrista, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Special guest Brian Cunningham, Education Manager of Wild Birds Unlimited, will help us explore the wild sounds of our feathered friends and other sounds in nature. Registration deadline: Mon., July 21. July 26th - Know More Robots will put on one last show at Doc's Music Hall before moving to Austin. Also on the schedule is Soraia. Show starts 10pm. Visit docsmusichall.com. July 27th - Join Muncie Ballet on July 27th for a special event! Valery Lantratov, artistic director, Russian National Ballet foundation, the "People's Artist of Russia" awarded by President Boris Yeltsin AND Laura Lee author of A Child's Introduction to Ballet. Muncie Ballet will offer two ballet classes, a story time and art activity July 27th. Children of any age may come for a story time and art activity beginning at 12noon. Dance class reservations are required.. please email MuncieBallet@gmail.com to reserve your space today. July 31st - Muncie Downtown Business Council meets at 3:00pm in the Star Press building conference room. Mayor Sharon McShurley is expected to address the group about downtown Muncie on Thursday, July 31st. NOTE: This is a departure from our usual meeting date of the third Wednesday of every month. JULY ONGOING Through July - Artwork by Eric Ernstberger will be on exhibit at Blue Bottle Coffee Shop in July. If you have artwork you'd like to be displayed at Blue Bottle, please contact Lelly at 284-3630. Through July - Artist Within will feature the photography of Brad Ayers in an encore exhibit, "Pushing Reality" with an artists' reception Thursday July 3rd from 5-8pm. Through July - "Woman As Vessel," a new exhibition by artist Kimberly Anderson, will be on display at Artworks through July 31st. An opening reception will be from 5 to 8pm during First Thursday July 3rd. Through July - Gallery 308 will have its annual Members' Show in July, with an opening reception during First Thursday downtown, July 3rd. The opening reception is from 5 to 7 p.m. Admission is free and refreshments are provided. The 2008 Members' Show will be on view through the end of July. Through July - Gordy Fine Art and Framing exhibit: twelve members of the Indiana Plein Air Painters Association will be on exhibit. Opening reception on June 5th 5-8pm Through July - Muncie Children's Museum - Make 'n Take. Included with admission. Come to the MCM every Wednesday and Friday, at 1:00 p.m., to take part in innovative and fun crafts in the Museum's Make 'n Take! Pre-registration is not required. Through Aug. 7th - Art gallery at Cornerstone features "Artwork of a Muncie Youth" by David Freeman, winner of the 2nd Annual Cornerstone Art Show. Through-Aug. 7th - Cornerstone Center for the Arts classes for youth and adults run June 16th-August 7th. This summer, more than 50 classes are offered in a variety of categories, such as dance, language, visual arts, music, Kindermusik, theater, and writing. Visit www.cornerstonearts.org. Through August 28 - Muncie Children's Museum - Summer Storytime. Included with admission. Join the MCM educators every Tuesday and Thursday, at 1:00 p.m., for Summer Storytime in the Book Nook! Pre-registration is not required. Through August 31 - Recording History: The Grand Pianos and Diverse Sounds of Starr Gennett at Minnetrista. Visit www.minnetrista.net for info. Through Sept. 7 - Wild Music: Sounds & Songs of Life at Minnetrista, May 31 - September 7. Visit www.minnetrista.net for info. Through October - Minnetrista Farmers Market meets every Wednesday evening from 4pm until sold out, and every Saturday morning from 8am to noon. Featuring vegetables, fruits, flowers, eggs, honey, baked goods, meat, cheese and much more. Every Monday - Jazz at the Fickle Peach features Ralph Johnson on drums, Paul Rhine on double-bass and flute, and Phil Cooley on Piano. They perform every Monday night from 9 to 11. Daily at Minnetrista--Historical House Tours at 11, 1 and 3pm Daily at Minnetrista--The Minnetrista Story 2pm Daily at Minnetrista--Nature & Garden Fun at 4pm AUGUST EVENTS August 1 & 2 - Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista, featuring Oklahoma!, presented by Muncie Civic Theatre (Free Admission). August 1 - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Walden Song. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle. August 1 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Transformers" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street. August 2 & 3 - This year's Ribfest will be held August 2nd, noon-10:00p.m and August 3rd 11:00a.m.-4:00p.m. in the streets of downtown Muncie. Visit munciedowntown.com for vendor applications and more information. August 7 - First Thursday in Downtown Muncie from 5 to 8pm. All the art galleries open their monthly exhibits with meet-the-artists receptions. Cornerstone Center for the Arts now has an art gallery that will also be included in First Thursday! August 7 - Carol Cheney will be giving portrait demonstrations at the ArtWorks Art Gallery on First Thursday, August 7, from 5:00 to 7:30 pm. Carol is a painter and local artist/educator. Her watercolor and oil paintings will be on display at ArtWorks Gallery for the month of August. August 8 - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from the Easy Leis and Tim VanCleave Trio. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle. August 8 - Free Friday Night Movie - "Spiderman 3" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street. August 10th - Second Annual Cornerstone Carnival from 2 to 5 pm at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. Games for children of all ages, prizes, crafts, free classes, performances, refreshments, and much more! August 11th - Artworks will host an artistic earrings class by Artist Heidi J Hale from 6-9:00pm. Learn how to make three different unique earrings with various techniques using sterling silver wire and semi-precious gemstones. Class limit 6. August 15th - Cardinal Greenway 15th Anniversary celebration continues with an Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social - Cool off with ice cream after strolling along the Greenway! August 15th - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from The Joan Hamilton Band. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle. August 15th - Free Friday Night Movie - "Underdog" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street. August 22nd - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Losing September w/ Looking for Chairs. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle. August 22nd - Free Friday Night Movie - "Shrek the Third" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street. August 26th - Artworks will host a beginning photography class by Artist Jack Reynolds from 6:30-8:30pm at ArtWorks Gallery. Learn to take control of your camera, composition, lighting, action tips and more. Make better images with your point and shoot or other digital camera. August 27th - Summer Stage Fest at Minnetrista, Pops Concert, featuring Muncie Symphony Orchestra (Free Admission) August 29th- Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Ruined for Life. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle. August 29th - Free Friday Night Movie - "The Game Plan" begins at dusk in the 400 block of South Walnut Street. AUGUST ONGOING Every Monday - Jazz at the Fickle Peach features Ralph Johnson on drums, Paul Rhine on double-bass and flute, and Phil Cooley on Piano. They perform every Monday night from 9 to 11. Daily at Minnetrista--Historical House Tours at 11, 1 and 3pm; The Minnetrista Story 2pm ; and Nature & Garden Fun at 4pm Through August - "Resonating Bio-forms" by Thurman Grantham will be on exhibit at ArtWorks through August. The watercolor and oil paintings of Carol Cheney will also be on display. There will be an opening reception, as well as an art demonstration from Cheney, during First Thursday. Through August 28 - Muncie Children's Museum - Summer Storytime. Included with admission. Join the MCM educators every Tuesday and Thursday, at 1:00 p.m., for Summer Storytime in the Book Nook! Pre-registration is not required. Through August 31 - Recording History: The Grand Pianos and Diverse Sounds of Starr Gennett at Minnetrista. Visit www.minnetrista.net for info. Through Sept. 7 - Wild Music: Sounds & Songs of Life at Minnetrista, May 31 - September 7. Visit www.minnetrista.net for info. Through October - Minnetrista Farmers Market meets every Wednesday evening from 4pm until sold out, and every Saturday morning from 8am to noon. Featuring vegetables, fruits, flowers, eggs, honey, baked goods, meat, cheese and much more. LOOKING AHEAD... September 5 - Freaky Tiki Friday food, drink and live music from Mike Martin & Friends. Starts at 5pm in the parking lot next to the Blue Bottle. Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
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Muncie Ballet's Tag Sale for Tutus
Do you have too many tiaras, tutus or tea dresses in your closet? Muncie Ballet will host a fundraiser "Tag Sale for Tutus" during RibFest August 2nd & 3rd, downtown Muncie. You can help by donating, gently used dance wear, costumes, dance shoes, dance themed items and pretty dresses. Please bring your donation to Mr. Super Rent Equipment on the corner of Centennial and Wheeling, 1631 N. Wheeling Ave. Muncie, IN 47303 before Friday August 1. Contact Lisa Love at Muncie Ballet Studio, 765-282-1480, for details. Muncie Ballet Studio, Inc.is a 501c3 non profit org. Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
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Wednesday, July 23, 2008
Artworks to Host Workshops in August
Artworks Gallery, 301 S. Walnut, will feature two art workshops in August. Artistic earrings class by Artist Heidi J Hale will be Monday, August 11, 2008 6-9:00pm. Learn how to make three different unique earrings with various techniques using sterling silver wire and semi-precious gemstones. Class limit 6 Beginning photography class by Artist Jack Reynolds will be Tuesday, August 26, 2008 6:30-8:30pm at ArtWorks Gallery Fall colors are coming - be ready! Learn to take control of your camera, composition, lighting, action tips and more. Make better images with your point and shoot or other digital camera. Please call Artworks Gallery for more information -765 288 2221 ARTWORKS GALLERY'S MISSION: as a non-profit cooperative artist gallery, our mission is to serve the Muncie community and provide local artists a facility to exhibit their art and to provide education opportunities and affordable art to our community
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Thurman Grantham and Carol Cheney Featured at Artworks in August
"Resonating Bio-forms" by Thurman Grantham will be on exhibit at ArtWorks through August. There will be an opening reception during First Thursday Downtown from 5 to 8pm. Additionally, Carol Cheney will be giving portrait demonstrations at the ArtWorks Art Gallery on First Thursday, August 7, from 5:00 to 7:30 pm. Carol is a painter and local artist/educator. Her watercolor and oil paintings will be on display at ArtWorks Gallery for the month of August.  ArtWorks Gallery will be presenting artist demonstrations within the gallery once a month on First Thursdays. These demonstrations are free to the public. Thurman Grantham's surrealistic flora and fauna are out of this world and truly exotic. Grantham's media of choice is auto-body plastic and layers of crystal-based paints and clear coat. He often includes insects hidden within the foliage. His first six sculptures were created over a six-year span.  Grantham is a native of Albany, Indiana and is a graduate of Delta High School. His occupation is a paint restoration specialist at Muncie Imports and Classics. The media he uses to restore rust eaten Jaquars is also used to create his sculptures. Grantham is considered by definition as an "Outsider Artist". This term is often used to define a group of artists who have not had formal art instruction. Grantham relies on his creative imagination and his innate artistic sense of design, color and composition to fabricate his creations. Grantham is 52 and soft spoken. He states "I have been an artist all my life". Art just comes naturally to him and when he was a youngster he dabbled in watercolors. His older brother is a professional artist in Chicago. Grantham started using auto-body plastic and paints in 2002 when two of his buddies complained about not having the money to buy their wives flowers for Valentine's Day. Grantham replies: "We'll just make them". He made one for his wife as well. According to his wife of 27 years, Marilyn "You never know what he is going to come up with next"!
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Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Mayor to Speak at Downtown Business Council Meeting July 31st
Mayor Sharon McShurley is expected to address the Muncie Downtown Business Council at the group's upcoming meeting on Thursday, July 31st, at 3pm in the Star Press building's conference room. This meeting is a departure from our usual meeting day, so please take note. The meeting was previously scheduled for July 23rd.
McShurley and new Heart of the City President Jim Borgmann are both expected to speak about current and ongoing plans for Downtown Muncie. White River Landing will then host this month's DBC "Meet the Members Mixer," immediately following the meeting from 4:30 to 6:00pm. Your attendance and involvement is strongly encouraged at this meeting; and the input of all downtown businesses, residents and supporters is very important at this time of uncertainty about Downtown Muncie. Downtown Business Council meetings are an excellent opportunity to network with your downtown peers, keep informed of downtown happenings, and learn all about the Downtown Business Council and our continued efforts to market your business and our downtown neighborhood. Members will be available to answer any questions about the Downtown Business Council, and membership applications will be available for anyone who wants to join. Please come by, bring a friend, and help take part in making Downtown Muncie the best place to be. You don't have to be a DBC member to attend the meetings, but we encourage your involvement in the organization. Downtown Business Council is not limited to businesses and merchants. Residents, organizations and supporters of downtown in general are also welcomed to join DBC. The Downtown Business Council typically meets the fourth Wednesday of every month at 3pm at the Star Press building. The "Meet the Members" mixers are held very other month at varying locations. If your business would like to host a mixer, please email info@munciedowntown.com. More info on the Downtown Business Council can be found online at munciedowntown.com. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Downtown Business Council Statement of Purpose "The primary purpose of the Muncie Downtown Business Council is to create and maintain an environment for growth and expansion of businesses in the downtown area of Muncie, Indiana"
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Monday, July 21, 2008
David Allan Coe in Concert This Friday at Doc's Music Hall
Get your David Allan Coe ticket before Friday, and save a whopping five bucks! The outlaw country legend will play this Friday, July 25th, at Doc's Music Hall in Downtown Muncie. Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Get tickets at Doc's, 215 South Walnut Street in Downtown Muncie, or online at www.docsmusichall.com. The line up for the night is Eat The Rich (slide blues) 7 - 9pm Missing Mercer (rock) 9 - 10pm DAVID ALLAN COE 10:30 - 11:30 Michael Martin Band 12am - 3am Also happening this week at Doc's Music Hall: MONDAY; A $50 bar will be awarded to the winning team in our weekly Cornhole/ Beer Pong Tournament. STREET TEAM: We also hold our street team meetings at 6pm on Mondays, and offer free beer and pizza to everyone interested in helping promote Doc's...earn a Doc's Dollar good for one FREE drink/appetizer for every hour you help out! Food and Drink Specials: $3.00 PBR Pitchers $2.00 Jager Shots/$3.00 Jager Bombs $2.00 Red Bull $2.00 Pitcher of Fries TUESDAY: A $50 bar will be awarded to the winning team in our weekly Pool Tournament! Food and Drink Specials: $1.00 Well U-Call-Its $5.00 Gut Buckets (your choice of 4 appetizers) WEDNESDAY: Sign up for your preferred half-hour slot early. Music starts at 9:30 pm and goes on until close. As a token of appreciation for all of the hardworking musicians that come out to play for us on Open Mic Night, FMMusic will purchase two drinks for every performer! Come rock out or bring some friends and start a JAM session!!! Drink and Food Specials: $2.00 Well Whisky $5.00 Pitchers $2.00 Loaded Fries THURSDAY: DAVID CARTER BENEFIT CONCERT...come celebrate the life of David Carter, a close friend of Doc's Music Hall. Doc Peterson, Nyx Redemption, MC Sparkplug & friends will perform...all donations, door proceeds, and a percentage of sales will go to the Carter Family. Show your support for the family of a friend that was taken too soon. Drink & Food Specials: 1/2 Priced 3 Olives Martinis $1.00 PBR $2.50 Calzones FRIDAY: DAVID ALLAN COE IS BACK TO ROCK DOC'S MUSIC HALL...feat. Missing Mercer & the Michael Martin Band. Tickets still available...buy yours early & save $5!!! myspace.com/iamdavidallancoe myspace.com/michaelmartinband myspace.com/missingmercer Drink and Food Specials: $2.00 All Import Bottles $2.00 1/2lb. Burger SATURDAY: FREE KNOW MORE ROCOTS FAREWELL SHOW w/Soraia, Nyx Redemption, & the Genius File...come wish the Know More guys happy trails as they travel to Austin, Texas! YEEEHHHAAAWWW...ITS FREE!!! $1 Long Islands Penny Pitchers of PBR til the Bands start $5 Cheese Pizza SUNDAY: The weekly battle of wit and cunning where egos are crushed and legends are born continues this Sunday with Doc's Trivia Night. It's absolutely free to play, and the winning team gets a $50 bar tab. But remember that teams have to be ready to play at 9pm sharp! Drink and Food Specials: $1.00 Pints w/ FM Mug $10.00 Cheese Pizza & your choice of Pitcher $2.50 Wraps And as always, you can check out our calendar of events, food and drink menus, printable coupons, pictures, and videos on www.DocsMusicHall.com Please tell them you saw it on munciedowntown.com
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Upcoming Classes and Events at Muncie Ballet
Dance season at Muncie Ballet is almost ready to start! I hope I will see some of you at Valery Lantrotov's master class on July 27th or the Ball State Dance Camp in early August. I know many families are getting the last of summer vacations taken care of.. I hope all are safe and relaxing. Come back ready to dance! A pointe shoe trip will be made on August 9t to Indianapolis.. Please call or email if you would like to join me. A local visit to Hot Toes on Wheeling will be made on August 23rd. If you need tights, soft ballet shoes or just want to join us for an afternoon. Please let me know if you would like to participate in this as well, so I can let Mary at Hot Toes know how many to expect. Our rehearsal schedule and performance schedule will be available soon. Twice a week dance classes begin Tuesday, August 12th. Pre-Pointe 5:00-6:30 and Pointe 6:00-6:30. Twice a week students : - Please plan on keeping most Saturday afternoons from 12-2 available in October and November. Once a week dance classes begin September 8th. If you would like to join the twice a week class please email or call me. I would love to see you join us. Class schedule Please email me with the class you plan on attending. Thank you. PreK Monday 6:30-7:15 Tuesday 4:00-5:00 Saturday 11-11:45 K-1 Thursday 4:00-5:00 Saturday 10-11 Grade 1-3 Monday 4:30-6:30 Saturday 9:00-10:00 Grade 3-6 Monday 5:30-6:30 Saturday 9:00-10:00 Adults Thursday 7:30-8:30 Saturday rehearsals for once a week students will not begin until late October and will be for 6 weeks. We have some wonderful opportunities available this season - I can't wait to share them with you! Please call or email with any questions. Lisa Lisa Love 765-730-2708 cell 765-282-1480 studio
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