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By Katharine Burris— MUNCIE, IN—To celebrate the most wonderful time of the year, Masterworks Chorale will present its annual holiday concert, “The Spirit of the Season,” on Saturday, December 16th at 7:30 pm at First Presbyterian Church. Masterworks Chorale will share the stage with baritone soloist John Glann and cellist Heather Scott as it presents a wide tapestry of winter and holiday choral music. The concert title “Spirit of the Season” reflects one of the songs that will be performed…

By Planetarium Staff— MUNCIE, IN—Ball State’s holiday arts and culture night is Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. In addition to the holiday arts and culture night programs, the planetarium has two more weekends of planetarium shows left for the year… The Christmas Star and Magic Treehouse planetarium shows are playing in December at Ball State’s Charles W. Brown Planetarium: The Christmas StarFridays: Dec. 1, 8 at 6:30pmSaturdays: Dec. 2, 9 at 5:00pm & 6:30pm Over the years people have tried to…

By Brea Cunningham— MUNCIE, IN— Embrace the enchantment of the season with family and friends at Minnetrista’s Enchanted Luminaria Walk on December 1 and 2, from 5–9 p.m. each night. “Enchanted Luminaria Walk holds a special place in our hearts at Minnetrista,” shared Natalie Young, Associate Director of Experience & Education. “It’s our heartfelt gift to the community, offering countless opportunities for joy, family fun, and unforgettable memories. The atmosphere is alive with anticipation and delight, marking the perfect start…

By Hannah Dunckel— MUNCIE, IN —Meridian Health Services invites the community to Holidays at Gresham, a free drive-thru light exhibit with over one million lights on display brought to you by Meridian Health Services and presenting sponsor American Electric Power Foundation. Attendees will enjoy driving through the many lighted exhibits including Candyland, seeing Mr. and Mrs. Claus, hearing the sounds of Christmas music, and feeling the holiday season in the air. Holidays at Gresham will be open every weekend in December…

By Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief— MUNCIE, IN—Today we are bringing you a special holiday program from our partners at FOX News Radio. Lisa Kennedy was born in Indianapolis and is a commentator for FOX News. She is a former MTV video DJ and is host of her own podcast titled Kennedy Saves the World on FOX News Radio. Thanksgiving is one of Kennedy’s favorite holidays, and she’s here to possibly save yours. During this one-hour Kennedy Saves the World special, she…

By Planetarium staff— MUNCIE, IN—One dome, a passion for astronomy, and 10 minutes. That is what four Ball State students have to work with to impress you, the audience, for their chance to become this year’s Astronomy Slam Champion. Experience what excites Ball State students about astronomy at the 4th annual Astronomy Slam hosted by the Charles W. Brown Planetarium. During this event, students use planetarium visuals to help them present in the most creative way they can. Audience members…

By Sue Errington— MUNCIE, IN—The Bazaar in the Woods – now in its 125th consecutive year – will welcome shoppers of all ages on Saturday, November 4, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Muncie, 4800 W. Bradford Dr. Start the day with a breakfast of cinnamon rolls, coffee, milk and orange juice at the Chalice Cafe, 800 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. or take a lunch break of chili (regular or vegetarian), cornbread (regular or Gluten-free),…

By Ball State University’s Charles W. Brown Planetarium— MUNCIE, IN—Indiana residents will have the rare opportunity to view two solar eclipses in the upcoming months. You may have heard about the total solar eclipse coming to most Indiana cities in April 2024. There is also a partial solar eclipse happening during the day on October 14 throughout all of Indiana. The last partial solar eclipse visible from Indiana cities, such as Muncie, was back in 2017. This is recent compared…