April 11–June 7, 2026 
Center Building, Indiana Room 
Created in partnership with Muncie Juneteenth, this powerful exhibition turns the spotlight to our community’s youth. I Am invites children to imagine themselves in the futures they dream of—scientists, artists, leaders, caregivers, and more—and captures those visions in striking portraits. 
Each portrait is a declaration of identity and aspiration—because when children see themselves reflected in the world around them, it affirms that they belong. I Am is both a celebration of dreams and a call to action: the future of our community is already here—and it’s bold, brilliant, and full of promise.

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/i-am-a-vision-of-our-future

Cost: $65-95 | Member Discounts Apply | 14+
Instructor: Joseph Durham, CRI®, CRFI® 

Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from an experienced Certified Ross Instructor® and paint in the building where The Joy of Painting was filmed! Just bring yourself, and we will provide everything you need to have a wonderful time. Just like Bob said, “Let’s get crazy!” 

This workshop is held in the Bob Ross Experience studio, which is only accessible by stairs. Painting workshops are open to participants ages 14 and up. Preregistration is preferred; limited walk-in tickets may be available—please call ahead.

Please note: Admission to the Bob Ross Experience exhibition is not included with workshop registration. All attendees must be registered to participate. Contact our front desk at 765.282.4848 for more information.

https://www.minnetrista.net/events?tag=Painting

Happens on the following Dates:

• Apr 22, 2026, 5:00pm to
  May 22, 2026, 8:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
• May 8, 2026, 1:00pm to 3:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
• May 13, 2026, 1:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
• May 21, 2026, 5:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
• May 27, 2026, 5:00pm to 8:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
• Jun 17, 2026, 5:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
• Jun 24, 2026, 5:00pm to 8:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
• Jun 26, 2026, 1:00pm to 3:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)

May 27 & 28; 6–8:30 p.m.
Cost: $85 | Member Discounts Apply | Ages 18+

Dive into the world of glass mosaics during this immersive, two-day workshop. Using your own custom-designed pattern, you'll craft a stunning 8” x 8” glass mosaic panel. Get ready to unleash your creativity as you work with glass-cutting tools and grinders to bring your artistic vision to life! Participants will be contacted beforehand to discuss pattern requirements.   

Prior experience with glass cutting is necessary for this workshop. All tools, supplies, and safety gear will be provided. Preregistration is preferred. Limited walk-in seating may be available, so please call ahead.  

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/glass-artisan-2day-mosaic-panel-5-27-2026

April 11–June 7, 2026 
Center Building, Indiana Room 
Created in partnership with Muncie Juneteenth, this powerful exhibition turns the spotlight to our community’s youth. I Am invites children to imagine themselves in the futures they dream of—scientists, artists, leaders, caregivers, and more—and captures those visions in striking portraits. 
Each portrait is a declaration of identity and aspiration—because when children see themselves reflected in the world around them, it affirms that they belong. I Am is both a celebration of dreams and a call to action: the future of our community is already here—and it’s bold, brilliant, and full of promise.

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/i-am-a-vision-of-our-future

May 27 & 28; 6–8:30 p.m.
Cost: $85 | Member Discounts Apply | Ages 18+

Dive into the world of glass mosaics during this immersive, two-day workshop. Using your own custom-designed pattern, you'll craft a stunning 8” x 8” glass mosaic panel. Get ready to unleash your creativity as you work with glass-cutting tools and grinders to bring your artistic vision to life! Participants will be contacted beforehand to discuss pattern requirements.   

Prior experience with glass cutting is necessary for this workshop. All tools, supplies, and safety gear will be provided. Preregistration is preferred. Limited walk-in seating may be available, so please call ahead.  

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/glass-artisan-2day-mosaic-panel-5-27-2026

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Thursday, May 28, 6-7:30 p.m.
No Charge
Reservations Required - Limited seating
Please reserve online at https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

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.

That remarkable journey has now found a new form of expression in her recent step into authorship. Her book, "Finding Fogg", is more than a memoir---it is a reflection on a lifetime of creativity, resilience, and reinvention. Through humor and honesty, she shares the story of a Hoosier girl who turned dryer lint into a global artistic legacy.

April 11–June 7, 2026 
Center Building, Indiana Room 
Created in partnership with Muncie Juneteenth, this powerful exhibition turns the spotlight to our community’s youth. I Am invites children to imagine themselves in the futures they dream of—scientists, artists, leaders, caregivers, and more—and captures those visions in striking portraits. 
Each portrait is a declaration of identity and aspiration—because when children see themselves reflected in the world around them, it affirms that they belong. I Am is both a celebration of dreams and a call to action: the future of our community is already here—and it’s bold, brilliant, and full of promise.

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/i-am-a-vision-of-our-future

April 11–June 7, 2026 
Center Building, Indiana Room 
Created in partnership with Muncie Juneteenth, this powerful exhibition turns the spotlight to our community’s youth. I Am invites children to imagine themselves in the futures they dream of—scientists, artists, leaders, caregivers, and more—and captures those visions in striking portraits. 
Each portrait is a declaration of identity and aspiration—because when children see themselves reflected in the world around them, it affirms that they belong. I Am is both a celebration of dreams and a call to action: the future of our community is already here—and it’s bold, brilliant, and full of promise.

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/i-am-a-vision-of-our-future

Beech Grove Cemetery

Saturday, May 30, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Beech Grove Cemetery
No charge; Reservations required
Please register online at https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

Join Indiana resident and author, Kevin Yaney, as he leads a tour of some of the graves of Civil War veterans who were laid to rest at Beech Grove Cemetery. This casual history tour will focus on residents of Delaware County who took part in the war, as well as Indiana’s involvement in the war.

The event will start and end at the cemetery office located at 1400 W Kilgore Avenue, in Muncie.

About the Author:
Kevin Yaney is the author of "The Fourth of July", a trilogy of historical fiction books set during the Civil War. The three books tell the story of Louisa McLain and her two sons, George and Will from Delaware County. Sixty years after the war, on the Fourth of July, Louisa is in a nursing home, reading letters her sons sent her during the conflict. As the story unfolds, it is discovered that both George and Will were recruited as Union spies. They were sent perilously behind enemy lines, dressed as Confederate soldiers. They also became part of the abolitionists’ movement through the Underground Railroad, running slaves out of the South to freedom.

Mr. Yaney will have his books available at the event. For more information on his books, visit www.FourthOfJulyBook.com.

Join us for Serving Mother: Dinner and Drag Show!

The evening begins with Mom's Spaghetti dinner, followed by a drag show featuring four amazing drag performers! Door prizes will be given away throughout the evening.

Doors open at 5:00
Dinner starts at 5:30
Performer Meet and Greet at 6:15
Drag show beginning at 6:30

Tickets:
VIP (preorder only) $50
Dinner and Drag Show (preorder only) $35
Drag show preorder $20
Drag show at the door $25
Kids 4-12 Dinner and Drag show (preorder only) $15

Bring all the Mothers you know for a night of door prizes, dinner, and drag!

April 11–June 7, 2026 
Center Building, Indiana Room 
Created in partnership with Muncie Juneteenth, this powerful exhibition turns the spotlight to our community’s youth. I Am invites children to imagine themselves in the futures they dream of—scientists, artists, leaders, caregivers, and more—and captures those visions in striking portraits. 
Each portrait is a declaration of identity and aspiration—because when children see themselves reflected in the world around them, it affirms that they belong. I Am is both a celebration of dreams and a call to action: the future of our community is already here—and it’s bold, brilliant, and full of promise.

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/i-am-a-vision-of-our-future

Muncie Stitch n' Bitch meets every Sunday! 🧶 We meet weekly at The Cup and we come and go from 3-6p. Everyone is welcome, with any kind of making! The Cup is in The Village, near the campus of Ball State University, at 1606 West University Avenue. Free parking is behind the café, enter the parking lot off of Dill Street by Be Here Now. Support our host venue with purchases from The Cup’s menu! ☕️🥯 Creativity and caffeine, that's our thing! 
 

Join us on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1472977992921700

April 11–June 7, 2026 
Center Building, Indiana Room 
Created in partnership with Muncie Juneteenth, this powerful exhibition turns the spotlight to our community’s youth. I Am invites children to imagine themselves in the futures they dream of—scientists, artists, leaders, caregivers, and more—and captures those visions in striking portraits. 
Each portrait is a declaration of identity and aspiration—because when children see themselves reflected in the world around them, it affirms that they belong. I Am is both a celebration of dreams and a call to action: the future of our community is already here—and it’s bold, brilliant, and full of promise.

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/i-am-a-vision-of-our-future

June 1–5; 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

Location: Education Center

Cost: $255/Week | Member Discounts Apply

Registration Deadline: May 28, 2026

Lunch Provided. Ages 9–11 years old.

Calling all aspiring chefs! This fun and interactive camp introduces participants to the fundamentals of the kitchen—from basic prep to hands-on cooking. Each day offers new culinary adventures designed to spark creativity, build confidence, and inspire a lifelong love of cooking.

Aftercare available for free until 5 p.m.

Food & Medical Information

Before registering, please email knickel@minnetrista.net with any food allergies or dietary restrictions. Some accommodations can be made; however, we are unable to accommodate severe allergies (including gluten or nut), as food is prepared in shared group settings. Minnetrista is also unable to store or administer medication.

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/junior-chefs-camp-2026

April 11–June 7, 2026 
Center Building, Indiana Room 
Created in partnership with Muncie Juneteenth, this powerful exhibition turns the spotlight to our community’s youth. I Am invites children to imagine themselves in the futures they dream of—scientists, artists, leaders, caregivers, and more—and captures those visions in striking portraits. 
Each portrait is a declaration of identity and aspiration—because when children see themselves reflected in the world around them, it affirms that they belong. I Am is both a celebration of dreams and a call to action: the future of our community is already here—and it’s bold, brilliant, and full of promise.

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/i-am-a-vision-of-our-future

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Three Tuesdays, June 2, 9, 16: 2:30-4 p.m.
Cost $55
Limited to 12 students
Reservations required
Please register online at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

This class is for anyone looking to preserve their memories, whether for personal reflection, to share with loved ones, or to publish. It's ideal whether you've already begun a memoir or are just starting to explore writing about your life.

You'll create a series of vignettes, short scenes or snapshots from your life, written in whatever style speaks to you: prose, poetry, dialogue, or even playwriting. No matter the form, the focus is on translating your thoughts into words, and this class will help you build that essential skill. Over three sessions, you'll respond to writing prompts designed to help you "capture your life" on the page. You'll also have the chance to share your writing, ask questions, and exchange feedback and discoveries with the group.

This class is best suited for beginning and intermediate writers. Each class is designed to be repeatable, offering new prompts and insights each time you take it.

Instructor: Lylanne Musselman is an award-winning poet, playwright, and visual artist whose work spans poetry, drama, and creative nonfiction. Drawing on personal experience, memory, and emotional resilience, she explores themes of caregiving, relationships, and Midwestern life. She is the author of several poetry collections and chapbooks, including "It's Not Love, Unfortunately, Paparazzi for the Birds, Staring Dementia in the Face, and Open Up to Poetry: A Memoir and Manual", with a new collection forthcoming in 2026. Her work has appeared in respected literary journals and anthologies and has earned multiple Pushcart Prize nominations. She serves on the executive board of the Midwest Writers Workshop, teaches at Indiana institutions, and leads workshops and readings across the state.

April 11–June 7, 2026 
Center Building, Indiana Room 
Created in partnership with Muncie Juneteenth, this powerful exhibition turns the spotlight to our community’s youth. I Am invites children to imagine themselves in the futures they dream of—scientists, artists, leaders, caregivers, and more—and captures those visions in striking portraits. 
Each portrait is a declaration of identity and aspiration—because when children see themselves reflected in the world around them, it affirms that they belong. I Am is both a celebration of dreams and a call to action: the future of our community is already here—and it’s bold, brilliant, and full of promise.

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/i-am-a-vision-of-our-future

2026 More to Explore in Muncie

Join us at the National Model Aviation Museum on Wednesday, June 3, at 10 AM for a special presentation and guided tour, led by the Academy of Model Aeronautics. After the tour, stick around for a fun hands-on activity! Registration is limited to 60 children.

This program is part of our More to Explore in Muncie summer series, provided weekly by the Muncie Children’s Museum. Each week, we’ll explore different locations around the community to offer FREE, family-friendly activities.

A special thank you to the Ronald L. McDaniel Foundation for supporting More to Explore in Muncie. 

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Wednesday, June 3, 1-3 p.m.
Cost: $45, includes supplies
Limited to 10 students
Reservations required
Please reserve online at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

In this two-hour workshop, explore the beauty of painting flora while learning the essential do's and don'ts of working with both acrylics and oils. Participants will be guided through key techniques, material handling, and best practices to confidently use each medium. Choose from a variety of flora inspirations and create your own unique painting to take home. Perfect for beginners and those looking to expand their skills in a relaxed, creative environment.

Instructor: Ann Johnson is a dedicated painting instructor at the Center, where she shares her passion for art with students of all skill levels. With a strong background in fine arts and years of teaching experience, Ann specializes in helping individuals develop their creative voice while building solid technical foundations.