Entertainment

4th Annual Astronomy Slam to Take Place on November 4th

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…

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Unitarian Universalist Church Bazaar in the Woods Still Going Strong in Its 125th Year

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),…


Residents in Indiana Will Soon Be in the Path of Two Solar Eclipses Starting in October 2023

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…


Ball State University to Host Grand Opening Concert, Ribbon Cutting for Brown Family Amphitheater

By Ball State Marketing and Communications— MUNCIE, IN – Ball State University will hold a grand opening on Sept. 19 for the Brown Family Amphitheater—a new outdoor performance and gathering space on campus that the entire community can enjoy. Located between Park and Pruis halls and between Noyer and Woodworth complexes, this grand lawn venue is an impressive performance facility for artists and audiences. Following the ribbon-cutting ceremony will be a free jazz concert featuring the Ball State Jazz Ensemble…


What Are You Doing for Dinner on Thursday, Sept. 21? Muncie’s Fall Bridge Dinner is the Place to Be

By Michelle Kinsey— MUNCIE, IN—What are you doing for dinner on Thursday, Sept. 21?  You are invited to join hundreds of your friends and neighbors for Muncie’s Fall Bridge Dinner on the Washington Street Bridge.  The free outdoor community event will be from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Rain date will be Sept. 28.  Grab some food and beverages from local vendors – or bring your own – and take a seat at one of the large community tables on the…


Ticket Sales Begin Today for Comedy Duo John Mulaney and Pete Davidson’s Emens Performance

By Ball State Marketing and Communications— MUNCIE, IN— Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. ET Friday, Sept. 15, for comedy duo John Mulaney and Pete Davidson’s Oct. 7 performance at Ball State University’s Emens Auditorium. Tickets for the 7 p.m. performance will be available through the Emens box office, online at Ticketmaster.com, or by phone at 765-285-1539. This event will be a phone-free experience. Use of phones, smart watches and accessories, will not be permitted in the performance space….


46th Annual Old Washington Festival is Sept 16th and 17th

By Kimberly Stiers— MUNCIE, IN—The Old Washington Street Festival returns for its 46th year this Saturday and Sunday, September 16 and 17, 2023. The Festival combines the long, storied history of the Emily Kimbrough Historic District with modern-day fun and is free and open to all.  The Festival features a wide array of free entertainment options. Music will include rock, country, blues, and jazz musicians, and there will be several hours of open mic. Other entertainment includes fan-favorite Olde Wrestling, an…


Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio to Headline FREE Concert at Canan Commons in Muncie

By Rick Zeigler—MUNCIE, IN –The critically acclaimed soul-jazz Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio will be performing a FREE outdoor concert as part of the 2023 Muncie Three Trails Music Series. This concert is sponsored by Defur Voran and will take place at 7:00 PM on Saturday, September 9th at Canan Commons (500 S. Walnut Walnut St.) in the heart of downtown Muncie, IN. The Ball State University Jazz Ensemble will open the show.The Delvin Lamarr Organ Trio (DL03) started in May,…


Woof Boom Radio Celebrates 10 Years With ‘Muncie You-Nite’ Concert

By Camille McCreery— MUNCIE, IN – There are many reasons to celebrate where you are from. For the team at Woof Boom Radio, an anniversary celebration is more than enough reason to go big. Muncie has been the headquarters for Woof Boom Radio for 10 years as of this past June. As part of our anniversary celebration, Woof Boom Radio has decided to host a FREE  concert at the one and only Canan Commons located at 500 S. Walnut St….


Bookmark This: Local Author Fair Set for September 8th

By Michelle Kinsey— MUNCIE, IN —The E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center will have its first Local Author Fair Friday, Sept. 8, at the center, 400 W. Minnetrista Blvd. The event, from 2 to 6 p.m., is free and open to the public. More than 20 local authors are scheduled to participate. Ink Drinker’s Anonymous, an independent bookstore located in downtown Muncie, will have a booth as well. “The E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center has a rich history of…