Entertainment

By Steve Lindell— MUNCIE, IN—Memorial Day is always one of the most popular “grilling” holidays on the calendar. I consider grilling an art form, not a “task.”  Grilling outside is something that I have grown to love, especially in recent years, as my wife Nancy shows SO much appreciation for the efforts.  It is a way for us to be outside, with nature, and the tastes created at the end of the process always make the whole family smile.  Another part of my enjoyment is the tremendous variations and experimentations that are always in play. In a word: it’s “FUN.”…

By Dayna Thompson, Planetarium Director— MUNCIE, IN—All planetarium programs are free of charge, cash donations are accepted at the door. No tickets or reservations are required for these public planetarium shows. www.bsu.edu/planetarium One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure Fridays, May 22 and June 12, 26 at 5:00 p.m. Saturdays, May 23 and June 13, 27 at 3:30 p.m. Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky and find the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China. Perfect for families and groups with…

By Barb Stedman— MUNCIE, IN—At the Robert Cooper Audubon Society’s May 20 meeting, Liz Marthaler will give a presentation on the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) and the impact this program had on national, state, and local park systems within the United States, including their impact on the Indiana State Park system. Marthaler, Assistant Property Manager at Mounds State Park, will also discuss issues that these CCC built parks are facing and one possible solution to those issues. The program, which is free and open to the public, begins at 7 p.m. at Ball State University’s Environmental Education Center (aka “Nature Lab”)….

By Brea Cunningham— MUNCIE, IN—The Farmers Market at Minnetrista Museum & Gardens has returned for the outdoor season. We invite the community to shop locally and connect with growers, makers, and artisans from across East Central Indiana. The outdoor Farmers Market will take place every Saturday from May through October, from 9 a.m. to noon, on Minnetrista’s campus in the main parking lot. Throughout the season, select market dates will also feature onsite blood drives with the Versiti Blood Center of Indiana, offering visitors an opportunity to support community health while attending the market. This season also introduces a new…

By Haley Wade, Emens Auditorium— MUNCIE, IN– Young fans and their families nationwide are in store for even more adventure on the creature trail when the world-famous Kratt Brothers hit the road with an all-new stage adventure. Wild Kratts® LIVE 2.0 – Activate Creature Power®, the theatrical production starring Martin and Chris Kratt, based on the Emmy-nominated hit PBS KIDS series, will bring audiences along on a “wild” ride with a dynamic mix of live-action and animation. The stage show will be at Emens Auditorium in Muncie, Indiana on November 13, 2026. Tickets are now available. For information on how…

By Rachel Buckmaster— MUNCIE, IN—A Spring tradition continues at the David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) as Art in Bloom  returns May 15-17 with floral interpretations inspired by works from the museum’s collection. The weekend begins with a free public Preview Party from 5–7 p.m. Friday, May 15, offering guests a first look at the floral arrangements. The reception will feature jazz by the Mark Buselli Trio, hors d’oeuvres, and a cash bar. The museum will then offer extended public hours from 1–5 p.m. Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, with no admission fee. DOMA is located at 2021 W. Riverside…

Community leaders invited to exclusive pre-prom “A Suite Experience” highlighting ‘A Year of Belonging’ initiative By Mindy Kemper, Co-Founder, Special Needs Prom— MUNCIE, IN—Delaware County will once again celebrate inclusion, joy, and community connection with the return of the Delaware County Special Needs Prom Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the Horizon Convention Center. The event is expected to welcome more than 1,000 attendees, including people with special needs, their families, caregivers, and volunteers from across the region. The Special Needs Prom has become one of the area’s most anticipated and impactful community events, offering a fully accessible, high-energy prom experience…

Special edition of First Thursday to feature Flower Hour, Steamroller Printmaking, YART, live music, and more By Chery Crowder— MUNCIE, IN — Downtown Muncie’s most-anticipated spring evening returns on Thursday, June 4, 2026 — the Brink of Summer ArtsWalk + Flower Hour. Presented by the Community Foundation of Muncie & Delaware County, the Brink of Summer ArtsWalk + Flower Hour runs from 5–8 p.m. A special edition of the monthly First Thursday series, Brink of Summer ArtsWalk is a community-wide celebration of the arts, local makers, and the vibrant culture of Downtown Muncie. This year’s event features an expanded lineup…

By E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center— MUNCIE, IN—While local artist Ann Johnson is well known in art circles across the United States and abroad, many people do not fully understand the breadth of her experiences and accomplishments. She has led an extraordinary life, personally and professionally, marked by the kind of journey most people could only imagine. Often described as one of Muncie, Indiana’s, best-kept secrets, she has earned a place among the city’s most notable figures. She has chronicled that journey in her new book, Finding Fogg. It is more than a memoir—it’s a reflection on a lifetime…