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Acclaimed Western Swing band Asleep at the Wheel will perform in a FREE, all ages, outdoor concert as part of the 2021 Muncie Three Trails Music Series! The concert will take place at 7:00 PM on Saturday, September 11th at Canan Commons in Downtown Muncie, Indiana. The Ball State University Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Mark Buselli, will perform as the opening act. This concert is sponsored by Ball State University - learn more here:
www.bsu.edu/jazz

The musicianship of Asleep at the Wheel has become the stuff of legends. Reuter’s pegged The Wheel as "one of the best live acts in the business." Taking a page from Bob Wills’ book, the band has constantly toured at a national level. The alumni roster is well over 80+ members, including an impressive list of musicians who have performed with the artists such as Bob Dylan, George Strait, Van Morrison, Lyle Lovett, Ryan Adams, and many more. A quick scan of awards, such as "Touring Band of the Year" (CMAs, 1976) and "Lifetime Achievement in Performance" (Americana Music Awards, 2009), not to mention their near dominance of the Grammy "Country Instrumental" category over the years (they have won ten Grammys overall!), reflects the reputation of the band’s musicianship. Currently the band consists of Ray Benson on Lead Guitar and Vocals, Katie Shore on Fiddle and Vocals, David Sanger on Drums, Dennis Ludiker on Fiddle, Mandolin, and Vocals, Josh Hoag on Bass, Connor Forsyth on Piano and Vocals, and Flavio Pasquetto on Steel Guitar. Ray Benson fell in love with Western Swing because of its unique combination of American blues, swing, and traditional fiddling, and due its demanding musical chops. It’s what Benson calls "jazz with a cowboy hat". It’s a thrill to hear live and, between those Texas Twin Fiddles and Boogie Piano, you can bet you’ll be dancin’ down the aisles and swingin’ all night long when the Wheel rolls into Muncie!

The Muncie Three Trails Music Series is unique in the state of Indiana as the only annual music series featuring current recording artists of national stature and critical acclaim in FREE public concerts. Other 2021 series artists are Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper, Sensational Barnes Brothers, and the Lost Bayou Ramblers. Full information about the series and all 2021 artists can be found at www.MuncieThreeTrails.com

Enjoy the Trails, Enjoy the Music!

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Startup Weekend is a 54-hour event designed to bring together business people, creatives, and tech gurus to share ideas and create a business over the course of a weekend. No experience is necessary, and everyone has something to add to a team – whether that’s an idea or a specific set of skills. Tickets are only $25 for students and $50 for professionals, which covers 7 full meals, swag, and a one-of-a-kind experience

Join the David Owsley Museum of Art on May 14 and 15 for Art in Bloom, an annual celebration featuring floral creations by regional designers inspired by works of art in the galleries. In addition to the innovative arrangements, visitors can also enjoy extended museum hours of noon to 5pm on both days with live demonstrations, docent-led tours, music, and activities for all ages. There is no admission fee for this event, and weekend parking on the Quad Circle is also free.

Help us spread the word about this community event by sharing or marking your attendance on the Facebook event, and bring your friends and family! The Facebook event will be updated with a detailed schedule of activities closer to the weekend.

The weekend also marks one of the final opportunities to see the special exhibition Body Language: The Art of Larry Day before it closes on May 21.

Visit bsu.edu/doma for more information, and contact Rachel Buckmaster with any questions.

Go, baby, go! Rialzo is back and it’s off to the races to raise funds for Meridian Health Services’ Addictions and Recovery Programs. Rialzo XI is a Horse of a Different Color with a new look, energy, and festivities that Rialzo is known for.

The community is invited to dress in their derby best for the Kentucky Derby-themed charity gala on Saturday, May 14.  Rialzo XI is moving to a grand new space on the campus of Ball State University – Scheumann Family Indoor Practice Facility – located next to Scheumann Stadium. The new location features our incredible new presenting sponsor, Ball State University. This spacious venue allows for large event gatherings that help to expand our space requirements for social distancing and COVID protocols, perfect for the fun and excitement of Rialzo! 

Rialzo features dinner, dancing, fundraising auctions, and spectacular entertainment with performances by Rialzo arts partners - Muncie Civic Theatre, Cornerstone Center for the Arts, and the Muncie Symphony Orchestra. Additionally, the band, Party on the Moon, will perform live on the Rialzo stage with top dance hits of top 40 and country music festive to the Kentucky Derby theme. Unique to Rialzo, are awards for best-dressed couples and best hats, as well as virtual horse racing. 

Governor Eric Holcomb will be in attendance to accept Meridian Health Services’ Spirit of Meridian Award, a recognition that pays tribute to an individual who demonstrates proactive actions in promoting healthier communities. 

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https://rialzo.meridianhs.org.

Join the David Owsley Museum of Art on May 14 and 15 for Art in Bloom, an annual celebration featuring floral creations by regional designers inspired by works of art in the galleries. In addition to the innovative arrangements, visitors can also enjoy extended museum hours of noon to 5pm on both days with live demonstrations, docent-led tours, music, and activities for all ages. There is no admission fee for this event, and weekend parking on the Quad Circle is also free.

Help us spread the word about this community event by sharing or marking your attendance on the Facebook event, and bring your friends and family! The Facebook event will be updated with a detailed schedule of activities closer to the weekend.

The weekend also marks one of the final opportunities to see the special exhibition Body Language: The Art of Larry Day before it closes on May 21.

Visit bsu.edu/doma for more information, and contact Rachel Buckmaster with any questions.

       The sweet, sultry sounds of ‘Swing’  tunes are back in town — the evening of July 28, outdoors on the Ball State arts terrace lawn —  via  the Big Band musicians of America’s Hometown Band.  Free and open to all on the tree- covered quad lawn. 

The Muncie Three Trails Music Series is thrilled to present the 9th season in which the series presents critically acclaimed national recording artists in four FREE concerts at Canan Commons in Downtown Muncie. All shows begin at 7 PM and are all ages. And this season, we will also be presenting a special “Bonus” concert at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. Complete information on the series and all artists, including samples of their music, can be found at www.munciethreetrails.com.

2021 Grammy and Latin GRAMMYs nominees Flor de Toloache, an all-female mariachi ensemble, will return to the Canan Commons stage for our third concert of the year on Saturday, August 27th. Flor De Toloache, which translates as “deadly flower” and also refers to a main ingredient in traditional love potions, was founded in 2008 and is lead by singers Mireya Ramos & Shae Fiol. They weave a variety of influences (e.g., salsa, bactata, cumbia, gypsy, Latin jazz, pop, hip-hop, soul) into their unique sound, giving them an edgy, versatile and fresh take on traditional Mexican music. They perform original songs, new arrangements of classic Mariachi tunes, as well as an eclectic selection of covers that can include songs by artists such as Adele and Erykah Badu. Pavel & Direct Contact will open the show. This concert is sponsored by Ball State University.

The Muncie Three Trails Music Series is a non-profit partnership between Muncie Downtown Development Partnership, Muncie Arts and Culture Council, and Rick Zeigler, series founder and organizer. The mission of the series is to bring critically acclaimed, national recording artists to perform at Canan Commons, Muncie’s premier outdoor performance venue, located in the heart of Downtown Muncie. A second mission is to promote the many recreational, artistic, and cultural attractions located along, or in close proximity to, Canan Commons and Muncie’s popular “Three Trails” -- The White River Greenway, Cardinal Greenway, and Muncie Arts and Culture Trail. We hope attendees will heed our slogan, “Explore the Trails, Enjoy the Music”.

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The Muncie Three Trails Music Series is thrilled to present the 9th season in which the series presents critically acclaimed national recording artists in four FREE concerts at Canan Commons in Downtown Muncie. All shows begin at 7 PM and are all ages. And this season, we will also be presenting a special “Bonus” concert at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. Complete information on the series and all artists, including samples of their music, can be found at www.munciethreetrails.com.

Three Trails’ favorite Pokey LaFarge will be featured at Canan Commons in the fourth concert of our 2022 series on Saturday, September 10th. Mr. LaFarge’s appearances at the 2016 and 2017 Muncie Three Trails Music Series attracted some of the biggest crowds in our history, so we were anxious to have him back. However, we have had to wait, as he first had some personal travails to deal with, self-described as “a fall from grace,” that was then swiftly followed by the Covid pandemic. LaFarge states, “Before the pandemic, I was in a dark place, but the pandemic actually created the much needed space for me to reflect. ... I found peace in the stillness. I was able to recalibrate what it is I do and why I’m doing it. Who I’m to do it with and most importantly, who I’m doing it for.” His newest album, In the Blossom of Their Shade, signals yet another stylistic shift for Pokey, adding influences from the Southwest, South America, and the Caribbean to his mix of hot swing, ragtime, country blues, and Americana. The Ball State University Jazz Ensembles will open the show. This concert is sponsored by The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, Inc..

The Muncie Three Trails Music Series is a non-profit partnership between Muncie Downtown Development Partnership, Muncie Arts and Culture Council, and Rick Zeigler, series founder and organizer. The mission of the series is to bring critically acclaimed, national recording artists to perform at Canan Commons, Muncie’s premier outdoor performance venue, located in the heart of Downtown Muncie. A second mission is to promote the many recreational, artistic, and cultural attractions located along, or in close proximity to, Canan Commons and Muncie’s popular “Three Trails” -- The White River Greenway, Cardinal Greenway, and Muncie Arts and Culture Trail. We hope attendees will heed our slogan, “Explore the Trails, Enjoy the Music".

#MTTMS

#LiveMusic

#MuncieArts

#Summer2022

The Charles W. Brown Planetarium presents the 3rd Annual Astronomy SLAM! Just 10 minutes a person – that is all the time Ball State students will get to share a piece of our universe with you in the Brown Planetarium. During this event, students will use planetarium visuals to help them present in the most creative way they can while competing for the title of Astronomy Slam Champion! This year's presenters are: Caleb Whitcomb, Madeline Shepley, Kyree Standifer, and Kenya Cole.

Tickets are $4 per person, and registration is required. Purchase tickets online only at https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS114

3 great bands all with Muncie/Ball State connections. 

The Why Store

Pushing Daisy's Band

Mike Milligan & Steam Shovel

Free community event

Registration deadline: March 23

Join Minnetrista and Ball State University’s College of Architecture and Planning for this unique design workshop. Kids will learn more about designing through hands-on experience by creating their own faerie buildings. This is the perfect opportunity for children to harness their imaginations and create fantastic things!

For kindergarten through fifth graders & their caregiver adults.

Sponsored Projects Administration and Ball State invites you join us for the 28th Annual Student Symposium! Ball State faculty, staff, and students and the public at large are invited to attend the Ball State Student Symposium on Tuesday, April 11 from 1-4 pm at the Worthen Arena Concourse. 

For more than twenty-eight years the Student Symposium at Ball State University has provided students with the opportunity to present their creative and scholarly projects while competing for cash prizes and gaining valuable insight from faculty and staff judges from across the University. 

This year, we are excited to welcome the Teacher-Scholar participants to the symposium! 

The Symposium encourages interdisciplinary discourse, allowing students to learn from each other about engaging topics. The symposium also provides an opportunity for student participants to discuss their work with a broad audience and is open to any student from Ball State University (undergraduate and graduate), Burris Laboratory School, and the Indiana Academy for Science, Mathematics, and Humanities. 

Please join us in support of these fantastic students and all of the work they have put into these projects! 

What: Ball State Student Symposium 

Date: Tuesday, April 11 

Time: 1- 4 pm 

Location: Worthen Arena Concourse, Gate 1 (ticket center) 

To learn more about this important event, please visit bsu.edu/student-symposium. 

We hope to see you there! 

Join Ball State University’s College of Architecture and Planning for a Design Thinking workshop that is specifically designed for sixth, seventh, and eighth graders. This hands-on experience will help students tackle complex challenges through systematic, creative problem-solving. Come and learn more about how to think like a designer!

This workshop is offered in Partnership with the Ball State University R. Wayne Estopinal College of Architecture and Planning.

Instructor: Derek Bohm

Date: Saturday, April 29 | 10 am–12 pm

Recommended for students in Grades 6–8

Cost: $5

Scholarships are available to any individuals or families with a demonstrated need. Email Kyra Zylstra, Director of Initiatives and Partnerships, at kyra@madjax.org. 

Visit the David Owsley Museum of Art on May 20 and 21 for Art in Bloom, an annual celebration featuring floral creations by regional designers inspired by works of art in the galleries!

From 1pm to 5pm on both days, visitors can enjoy the arrangements, docent-led tours, music, and activities for all ages. An evening reception from 5pm to 7pm on Saturday, May 20, will offer jazz, hors d'oeuvres, and a cash (only) bar.

There is no admission fee for this event, and weekend parking on the Quad Circle is also free.

Help us spread the word about this community event by sharing or marking your attendance on the Facebook event, and bring your friends and family! The Facebook event will be updated with a detailed schedule of activities closer to the weekend.

The weekend also marks the final opportunity to see the special exhibition A Wild Story: The David and Sarojini Johnson Print Collection, which closes on May 21.

Visit bsu.edu/doma for more information, and contact Rachel Buckmaster with any questions.

Based on the animated PBS KIDS show DANIEL TIGER’S NEIGHBORHOOD, and with a nod to MISTER ROGERS’ NEIGHBORHOOD, this event focuses on the importance of being neighborly.

BE MY NEIGHBOR DAY will feature more than 20 booths (neighbors) offering fun activities for the whole family.

We have a lot of great things planned:

• Meet Daniel Tiger!

• Dance along to music by the Atomic Sharks!

• Visit our great neighbors from arts organizations, community centers and other awesome non-profit groups!

• Enjoy performances by Muncie Ballet and Youth Symphony Orchestra, too!

• Pick up your very own Be My Neighbor Day tote bag packed with goodies!

Explore the fascinating world of history and architecture with the Time Travelers program! Designed for children aged 9–12, this two-part workshop will take you on a journey through the past, as you learn about the importance of place and community.

Through hands-on activities, walking tours, scavenger hunts, and experiential learning, you will gain a new perspective on the built environment and how it shapes the communities we live in. You will also have the opportunity to make things, understand the process of designing and building, and engage with your community in a new way.

The Time Travelers program is facilitated at Madjax and is focused on the culture of making, giving you the opportunity to learn through hands-on experiences. Whether you're interested in history, architecture, or just want to learn something new, this program is perfect for you!

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to explore your community and discover the history and architecture that make it special. Register for the Time Travelers program today!

Instructor: J.P. Hall 

Dates: Tuesday, June 27 & Wednesday, June 28

Lunch will be provided

Scholarships are available to any individuals or families with a demonstrated need. Email Kyra Zylstra, Director of Initiatives and Partnerships, at kyra@madjax.org.

We have gift certificates available! Give the gift of a fun learning experience at Madjax to a friend or loved one. Click here to purchase a gift certificate.