General Events

Start your morning with a pop-up brunch during the Farmers Market at Minnetrista. Stop by the lobby for a fresh, made-to-order menu featuring buttermilk biscuits with sausage gravy, Liege waffles with warm cinnamon-maple syrup, custom omelets, and seasonal sides. This casual, drop-in experience is perfect for enjoying a relaxed weekend morning while you browse market vendors and connect with the community.

 À la carte pricing ($2–$10 per item) 

Free Admission & Easter Bunny Photos

Hop into the Muncie Children’s Museum on Saturday, March 7, for a special day of family fun, including photos with the Easter Bunny from 10 am–3 pm.

Thanks to our generous sponsor, JarKids, museum admission is FREE all day (10 am–5 pm)! That means more time to explore exhibits, play together, and make lasting memories.

Bring the whole family and celebrate the season with a fun, festive day at MCM!

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

Ladies Night Event

✨ Ladies Night at Dillman’s Furniture ✨

Grab your friends and join us for a fun night out at Dillman’s Furniture! Enjoy an evening of shopping, exclusive specials, refreshments, and a relaxed atmosphere while you explore beautiful furniture, home décor, and over 20+ vendor booths. It’s the perfect excuse for a girls’ night with great finds and even better company.

📅 Date & Time: Sunday, March 8th | 5–7 PM

📍 Location: 4701 N Wheeling Ave., Muncie

🎉 Specials • Refreshments • Giveaways

Mark your calendars and make plans to join us—we can’t wait to see you there! 🍹✨

All candidates are invited to participate in a forum to bring their voice directly to the voters. All candidates will be asked the same questions. Questions will be solicited from the audience, as well as prepared common questions. 

Horticulture Volunteer Day

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. If you are interested in volunteering, please visit minnetrista.net/volunteer to apply.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Three Tuesdays, March 10, 17, and 24; 2:30–4 p.m.
Cost: $55
Limited to 12 students
Registration 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 best suited for beginning and intermediate writers and is designed to be repeatable, with new prompts and insights each time.

Three separate sessions of this class will be offered during the Spring Semester. Each session is independent; you may register for any one, two, or all three.

Instructor: Lylanne Musselman, award-winning poet, playwright, and visual artist

Horticulture Volunteer Day

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. If you are interested in volunteering, please visit minnetrista.net/volunteer to apply.

Fridays: March 13, 27 at 5:00 p.m.
Saturdays: March 14, 28 at 3:30 p.m.

Travel with Jack and Annie, stars of the Magic Tree House® best-selling children’s book series, as they search for answers to a mysterious riddle and meet a helpful astronomer and astronaut.
Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners; all ages are welcome.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time.

Fridays: March 13, 27 at 6:30 p.m.
Saturdays: March 14, 28 at 6:30 p.m.

This show tells the twisted tale of our planet’s origins, and helps us explore the potential of other possible worlds like our own.
Suitable for adults and ages 10+; all ages are welcome.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time.

Horticulture Volunteer Day

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. If you are interested in volunteering, please visit minnetrista.net/volunteer to apply.

Fridays: March 13, 27 at 5:00 p.m.
Saturdays: March 14, 28 at 3:30 p.m.

Travel with Jack and Annie, stars of the Magic Tree House® best-selling children’s book series, as they search for answers to a mysterious riddle and meet a helpful astronomer and astronaut.
Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners; all ages are welcome.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time.

Saturdays: March 14, 28 at 5:00 p.m.

Saturn’s rings have intrigued astronomers for over 400 years, and this show explores the mysterious features researchers have uncovered over time.
Suitable for all ages 10+, all ages are welcome.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time.

Fridays: March 13, 27 at 6:30 p.m.
Saturdays: March 14, 28 at 6:30 p.m.

This show tells the twisted tale of our planet’s origins, and helps us explore the potential of other possible worlds like our own.
Suitable for adults and ages 10+; all ages are welcome.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time.

Join us for good music, great food, and a family-friendly atmosphere while listening to fantastic music performed by Joe Deckard Duo! 🎶⛳️ Grab your friends or family and settle in for a night of great music, delicious food, and family-friendly fun. 🍕✨️🥤

We'll also have some great specials available! 🎸⛳️ We hope to see you there!

*No outside food or beverages permitted*

All candidates are invited to participate in a forum to bring their voice directly to the voters. All candidates will be asked the same questions. Questions will be solicited from the audience, as well as prepared common questions. 

Horticulture Volunteer Day

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. If you are interested in volunteering, please visit minnetrista.net/volunteer to apply.

FREE ADMISSION - Open to the Public - All ages! FESTIVAL HOURS : TUESDAY - 8:30AM - 8:00PM & WEDNESDAY - 8:30AM - 7:00PM Preserving The Farmers Harvest - info on Canning, Freezing & Dehydrating Food - Enter to win a waterbath canner & accessories!

Cow Milking, Kettle Corn Making $1.00 per bag, Inflatable Corn Maze, Educational & Vendors Booths, New Farm Implements, Sheep Shearing, Black Smithing, Farm Animals, Antique Tractors & More.

Tuesday:11 A.M. - 2 P.M. BAKED STEAK LUNCH With Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Cole Slaw OR Applesauce, Bread & Butter, Cake & Beverage Extension Homemakers in Heartland Hall $10 *All Proceeds Help Fund Annual Scholarships.

5 P.M. - 7 P.M. PORK CHOP DINNER in Heartland Hall -  Includes Sides, Dessert & Beverage $10 

TUESDAY: 6 P.M. - ANNUAL FARM FESTIVAL AUCTION in Heartland Hall Proceeds Help To Fund Our Farm Festival Each Year - Come Out & Bid on Your Favorite Items Donated By Local Businesses.

Wednesday: 11 A.M. - 2 P.M CHICKEN NOODLE LUNCH With Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Cole Slaw OR Applesauce, Bread & Butter, Cake & Beverage by Extension Homemakers in Heartland Hall $10 *All Proceeds Help Fund Annual Scholarships.

5 P.m. - 7 P.M BBQ COOK-OFF DINNER - Vote for your favorite!  Heartland Hall - Includes Sides, Dessert & Beverage $10 

Music During Dinner By Common Ground 

WEDNESDAY: ANNUAL CHILDREN'S PEDAL PULL in Memorial Building - Sign-Up - 4:30pm - 5:30 P.M. Weight Classes - To 60 lbs. PEDAL PULL - 6 P.M.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Three Tuesdays, March 10, 17, and 24; 2:30–4 p.m.
Cost: $55
Limited to 12 students
Registration 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 best suited for beginning and intermediate writers and is designed to be repeatable, with new prompts and insights each time.

Three separate sessions of this class will be offered during the Spring Semester. Each session is independent; you may register for any one, two, or all three.

Instructor: Lylanne Musselman, award-winning poet, playwright, and visual artist

FREE ADMISSION - Open to the Public - All ages! FESTIVAL HOURS : TUESDAY - 8:30AM - 8:00PM & WEDNESDAY - 8:30AM - 7:00PM Preserving The Farmers Harvest - info on Canning, Freezing & Dehydrating Food - Enter to win a waterbath canner & accessories!

Cow Milking, Kettle Corn Making $1.00 per bag, Inflatable Corn Maze, Educational & Vendors Booths, New Farm Implements, Sheep Shearing, Black Smithing, Farm Animals, Antique Tractors & More.

Tuesday:11 A.M. - 2 P.M. BAKED STEAK LUNCH With Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Cole Slaw OR Applesauce, Bread & Butter, Cake & Beverage Extension Homemakers in Heartland Hall $10 *All Proceeds Help Fund Annual Scholarships.

5 P.M. - 7 P.M. PORK CHOP DINNER in Heartland Hall -  Includes Sides, Dessert & Beverage $10 

TUESDAY: 6 P.M. - ANNUAL FARM FESTIVAL AUCTION in Heartland Hall Proceeds Help To Fund Our Farm Festival Each Year - Come Out & Bid on Your Favorite Items Donated By Local Businesses.

Wednesday: 11 A.M. - 2 P.M CHICKEN NOODLE LUNCH With Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Cole Slaw OR Applesauce, Bread & Butter, Cake & Beverage by Extension Homemakers in Heartland Hall $10 *All Proceeds Help Fund Annual Scholarships.

5 P.m. - 7 P.M BBQ COOK-OFF DINNER - Vote for your favorite!  Heartland Hall - Includes Sides, Dessert & Beverage $10 

Music During Dinner By Common Ground 

WEDNESDAY: ANNUAL CHILDREN'S PEDAL PULL in Memorial Building - Sign-Up - 4:30pm - 5:30 P.M. Weight Classes - To 60 lbs. PEDAL PULL - 6 P.M.

Horticulture Volunteer Day

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. If you are interested in volunteering, please visit minnetrista.net/volunteer to apply.

All candidates are invited to participate in a forum to bring their voice directly to the voters. All candidates will be asked the same questions. Questions will be solicited from the audience, as well as prepared common questions. 

Celebrate the upcoming growing season with a morning of seed exchanges, sustainable gardening tips, and meaningful connections with fellow nature enthusiasts. Enjoy free seed packets, hands-on demonstrations, interactive activities, and expert guidance throughout the morning. Bring your own seeds to trade—or simply come to learn, explore, and connect. Seeds are welcome but not required to participate. Let’s grow a greener future together!

Make a poster to carry at the No King 3 protest on Saturday, March 28!

In America, we have No Kings.

When our families are under attack and costs are pushing people to the brink, silence is not an option. We will defend ourselves and our communities against this administration’s unjust and cruel acts of violence. America does not belong to strongmen, greedy billionaires, or those who rule through fear. It belongs to us, the people.

Check out https://www.nokings.org/ for more information. Link to local event: 

Start: March 21, 2026 1:30 p.m.
End: March 21, 2026 2:30 p.m.
 

Get ready for spring with a special chair yoga session under the stunning planetarium sky. You’ll also enjoy a brief tour of the spring night sky and learn about the science behind the equinox. Ages 12+. 

Times: 1:30 PM | 3:00 PM on Saturday, March 21 sessions last roughly 60-minutes

Cost: $15, registration required

No experience needed—just bring yourself, some comfy clothes, and curiosity!

Waivers are required, so arrive early to sign and settle into your spot under the stars.

🔗 Register at https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_ESS058?cname=YOGA  

Start: March 21, 2026 3 p.m.
End: March 21, 2026 4 p.m.
 

Get ready for spring with a special chair yoga session under the stunning planetarium sky. You’ll also enjoy a brief tour of the spring night sky and learn about the science behind the equinox. Ages 12+. 

Times: 1:30 PM | 3:00 PM on Saturday, March 21, sessions last roughly 60-minutes

Cost: $15, registration required

No experience needed—just bring yourself, some comfy clothes, and curiosity!

Waivers are required, so arrive early to sign and settle into your spot under the stars.

🔗 Register at https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_ESS058?cname=YOGA

Horticulture Volunteer Day

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. If you are interested in volunteering, please visit minnetrista.net/volunteer to apply.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Three Tuesdays, March 10, 17, and 24; 2:30–4 p.m.
Cost: $55
Limited to 12 students
Registration 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 best suited for beginning and intermediate writers and is designed to be repeatable, with new prompts and insights each time.

Three separate sessions of this class will be offered during the Spring Semester. Each session is independent; you may register for any one, two, or all three.

Instructor: Lylanne Musselman, award-winning poet, playwright, and visual artist

Spring Break is getting a STEAM-powered upgrade at the Muncie Children’s Museum! Join us for STEAM Break, where kids will explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on activities and playful learning. Be sure to view the graphic above for a full schedule of activities and the times they are offered each day. All activities are INCLUDED with museum admission and membership.

Robotics Program at MCM

Spring Break is getting a STEAM-powered upgrade at the Muncie Children’s Museum!

Join us for an exciting hands-on Robotics Program led by Kids Explore Robotics! Participants will develop engineering and problem-solving skills while building two working robots — and possibly a third (if time allows).

This program is perfect for children in grades 1–3, and a parent or guardian must accompany their child for the entire session to ensure safety and support.

Dates & Times: March 25–28: 12 PM – 3 PM | March 29: 1 PM – 4 PM
Cost: Included with museum admission and free for MCM members
Registration: Advanced registration is required; spots are limited.
Click HERE to register!

Horticulture Volunteer Day

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. If you are interested in volunteering, please visit minnetrista.net/volunteer to apply.

Spring Break is getting a STEAM-powered upgrade at the Muncie Children’s Museum! Join us for STEAM Break, where kids will explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on activities and playful learning. Be sure to view the graphic above for a full schedule of activities and the times they are offered each day. All activities are INCLUDED with museum admission and membership.

Robotics Program at MCM

Spring Break is getting a STEAM-powered upgrade at the Muncie Children’s Museum!

Join us for an exciting hands-on Robotics Program led by Kids Explore Robotics! Participants will develop engineering and problem-solving skills while building two working robots — and possibly a third (if time allows).

This program is perfect for children in grades 1–3, and a parent or guardian must accompany their child for the entire session to ensure safety and support.

Dates & Times: March 25–28: 12 PM – 3 PM | March 29: 1 PM – 4 PM
Cost: Included with museum admission and free for MCM members
Registration: Advanced registration is required; spots are limited.
Click HERE to register!

Spring Break is getting a STEAM-powered upgrade at the Muncie Children’s Museum! Join us for STEAM Break, where kids will explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on activities and playful learning. Be sure to view the graphic above for a full schedule of activities and the times they are offered each day. All activities are INCLUDED with museum admission and membership.

Robotics Program at MCM

Spring Break is getting a STEAM-powered upgrade at the Muncie Children’s Museum!

Join us for an exciting hands-on Robotics Program led by Kids Explore Robotics! Participants will develop engineering and problem-solving skills while building two working robots — and possibly a third (if time allows).

This program is perfect for children in grades 1–3, and a parent or guardian must accompany their child for the entire session to ensure safety and support.

Dates & Times: March 25–28: 12 PM – 3 PM | March 29: 1 PM – 4 PM
Cost: Included with museum admission and free for MCM members
Registration: Advanced registration is required; spots are limited.
Click HERE to register!

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Friday, March 27, 2-3:30 p.m.
Cost: $10
Limited to 40 guests
Registration required
Please register online at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

We'll start our afternoon on the third floor with a talk on how needlepoint cozy mysteries are becoming an increasingly popular genre. Then we'll head down to the first floor to enjoy a delightful afternoon tea in the elegant Ball Family mansion.

Fridays: March 13, 27 at 5:00 p.m.
Saturdays: March 14, 28 at 3:30 p.m.

Travel with Jack and Annie, stars of the Magic Tree House® best-selling children’s book series, as they search for answers to a mysterious riddle and meet a helpful astronomer and astronaut.
Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners; all ages are welcome.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time.

Fridays: March 13, 27 at 6:30 p.m.
Saturdays: March 14, 28 at 6:30 p.m.

This show tells the twisted tale of our planet’s origins, and helps us explore the potential of other possible worlds like our own.
Suitable for adults and ages 10+; all ages are welcome.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time.

Spring Break is getting a STEAM-powered upgrade at the Muncie Children’s Museum! Join us for STEAM Break, where kids will explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on activities and playful learning. Be sure to view the graphic above for a full schedule of activities and the times they are offered each day. All activities are INCLUDED with museum admission and membership.

Robotics Program at MCM

Spring Break is getting a STEAM-powered upgrade at the Muncie Children’s Museum!

Join us for an exciting hands-on Robotics Program led by Kids Explore Robotics! Participants will develop engineering and problem-solving skills while building two working robots — and possibly a third (if time allows).

This program is perfect for children in grades 1–3, and a parent or guardian must accompany their child for the entire session to ensure safety and support.

Dates & Times: March 25–28: 12 PM – 3 PM | March 29: 1 PM – 4 PM
Cost: Included with museum admission and free for MCM members
Registration: Advanced registration is required; spots are limited.
Click HERE to register!

Fridays: March 13, 27 at 5:00 p.m.
Saturdays: March 14, 28 at 3:30 p.m.

Travel with Jack and Annie, stars of the Magic Tree House® best-selling children’s book series, as they search for answers to a mysterious riddle and meet a helpful astronomer and astronaut.
Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners; all ages are welcome.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time.

Saturdays: March 14, 28 at 5:00 p.m.

Saturn’s rings have intrigued astronomers for over 400 years, and this show explores the mysterious features researchers have uncovered over time.
Suitable for all ages 10+, all ages are welcome.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time.

Fridays: March 13, 27 at 6:30 p.m.
Saturdays: March 14, 28 at 6:30 p.m.

This show tells the twisted tale of our planet’s origins, and helps us explore the potential of other possible worlds like our own.
Suitable for adults and ages 10+; all ages are welcome.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time.

Robotics Program at MCM

Spring Break is getting a STEAM-powered upgrade at the Muncie Children’s Museum!

Join us for an exciting hands-on Robotics Program led by Kids Explore Robotics! Participants will develop engineering and problem-solving skills while building two working robots — and possibly a third (if time allows).

This program is perfect for children in grades 1–3, and a parent or guardian must accompany their child for the entire session to ensure safety and support.

Dates & Times: March 25–28: 12 PM – 3 PM | March 29: 1 PM – 4 PM
Cost: Included with museum admission and free for MCM members
Registration: Advanced registration is required; spots are limited.
Click HERE to register!

All candidates are invited to participate in a forum to bring their voice directly to the voters. All candidates will be asked the same questions. Questions will be solicited from the audience, as well as prepared common questions. 

Horticulture Volunteer Day

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. If you are interested in volunteering, please visit minnetrista.net/volunteer to apply.

STEAM Breat at MCM (Week 2)

Spring Break is getting a STEAM-powered upgrade at the Muncie Children’s Museum! Join us for STEAM Break, where kids will explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on activities and playful learning. Be sure to view the graphic above for a full schedule of activities and the times they are offered each day. All activities are INCLUDED with museum admission and membership.

STEAM Breat at MCM (Week 2)

Spring Break is getting a STEAM-powered upgrade at the Muncie Children’s Museum! Join us for STEAM Break, where kids will explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on activities and playful learning. Be sure to view the graphic above for a full schedule of activities and the times they are offered each day. All activities are INCLUDED with museum admission and membership.

STEAM Breat at MCM (Week 2)

Spring Break is getting a STEAM-powered upgrade at the Muncie Children’s Museum! Join us for STEAM Break, where kids will explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on activities and playful learning. Be sure to view the graphic above for a full schedule of activities and the times they are offered each day. All activities are INCLUDED with museum admission and membership.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Friday, April 3, 2026; 2-4 p.m.
Cost: $25; Includes supplies for making five cards/envelopes
Limited to 12 students
Registration required
Please register online at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

Join us for this special occasion card-making class featuring different styles of stamps and a variety of supplies. In addition to learning helpful tips and tricks for making your cards stunning, you’ll also receive all the supplies you need to make five one-of-a-kind cards for your family and friends during class.

Instructor: Krista Flynn, Program Coordinator, Office of Community Engagement, Ball State University

STEAM Breat at MCM (Week 2)

Spring Break is getting a STEAM-powered upgrade at the Muncie Children’s Museum! Join us for STEAM Break, where kids will explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on activities and playful learning. Be sure to view the graphic above for a full schedule of activities and the times they are offered each day. All activities are INCLUDED with museum admission and membership.

Saturdays: April 11, 25 at 3:30 p.m.
Fridays: April 10, 24 at 5:00 p.m. 

Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky, and learn about 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 pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time.

Fridays: April 10, 24 at 6:30 p.m.
Saturdays: April 11, 25 at 6:30 p.m.

Narrated by Andy Serkis, this program explores our cosmic chemistry, explosive origins, and the evolution of the Universe, answering some of the biggest questions of all time.
Perfect for adults and ages 10+; all ages are welcome.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time.

Saturdays: April 11, 25 at 3:30 p.m.
Fridays: April 10, 24 at 5:00 p.m. 

Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky, and learn about 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 pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time.

Saturdays: April 11, 25 at 5:00 p.m.

Enjoy a guided meditation experience with views of an amazing sunset as you travel to the North Pole to relax under a night sky filled with stars and glimpses of the Northern Lights.
Perfect for ages 12+, all ages are welcome.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time.

Fridays: April 10, 24 at 6:30 p.m.
Saturdays: April 11, 25 at 6:30 p.m.

Narrated by Andy Serkis, this program explores our cosmic chemistry, explosive origins, and the evolution of the Universe, answering some of the biggest questions of all time.
Perfect for adults and ages 10+; all ages are welcome.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time.

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!”  

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/bob-ross-painting-workshop-apr-15-26

Start: April 17, 2026 5 p.m.
End: April 17, 2026 6 p.m.
 

Friday: April 17 at 5:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.

In this live presentation with partners from the Levi and Catharine Coffin State Historic Site, discover how people have used the stars throughout history as a guide. Learn how freedom-seekers followed the North Star to escape slavery and find their way to freedom. Then partake in astronomy-focused crafts and hands-on activities. This event is recommended for school-age children and their caregivers, but all ages are welcome!

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time.

Start: April 17, 2026 6:30 p.m.
End: April 17, 2026 7:30 p.m.
 

Friday: April 17 at 5:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.

In this live presentation with partners from the Levi and Catharine Coffin State Historic Site, discover how people have used the stars throughout history as a guide. Learn how freedom-seekers followed the North Star to escape slavery and find their way to freedom. Then partake in astronomy-focused crafts and hands-on activities. This event is recommended for school-age children and their caregivers, but all ages are welcome!

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time.

Muncie Mama's Market Mother's Day

Muncie Mama’s Market – Spring Market!

Sunday, April 19, 2026

Delaware County Fairgrounds (Memorial and Heartland)

10am-4pm

$4 at the door 12 and under are FREE

Join us for a vibrant spring market celebrating mamas, makers, and small businesses from our local community and all over Indiana! JUST IN TIME FOR MOTHER'S DAY!

Shop from 110+ handmade vendors, featuring:

• Handmade goods & art

• Boutique items

• Home décor

• Kids & baby items

• Treats & sweets

Bring the whole family and enjoy a fun, welcoming atmosphere that supports local creators and (mostly) women-owned businesses. Whether you’re shopping for something special, treating yourself for Mother's Day or just want a Girl's day out, Muncie Mama’s Market is the place to be.

High Quality Curated Shops

Family-friendly

Supporting small & local

Mark your calendars — you won’t want to miss this one!

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Tuesday, April 21, 2:30-4:30 p.m.
Cost: $30
Limited to 15 students
Registration required
Please register online at:
https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

Ready to send your manuscript, poems, or stories into the world but not sure where to start? In this two-hour workshop, we’ll explore publishing options—from big houses and small presses to journals and self-publishing—answer your questions, and give you practical tools and inspiration to get your work published. Taught by Lylanne Musselman, award-winning poet, playwright, and visual artist.

Instructor: Lylanne Musselman, award-winning poet, playwright, and visual artist

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Friday, April 24, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Cost: $30 (Includes project)
Limited to 15 students
Registration required
Please register online at:
https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

Looking for a creative, hands-on hobby with a modern twist? Try needlepointing! This isn’t your grandmother’s needlepoint. Today’s version is vibrant, customizable, and full of personality.

In each class, you'll design a one-of-a-kind piece by choosing your own thread colors and selecting from a variety of stitches using a helpful stitch guide. Every session features a new project, so there's always something fresh and inspiring to create.

Whether you're just starting out or have years of stitching under your belt, this class welcomes all skill levels—beginner, intermediate, or advanced.

Instructor: Linda Burkhardt, owner or Elegant Needleworks, Inc.

Saturdays: April 11, 25 at 3:30 p.m.
Fridays: April 10, 24 at 5:00 p.m. 

Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky, and learn about 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 pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time.

Fridays: April 10, 24 at 6:30 p.m.
Saturdays: April 11, 25 at 6:30 p.m.

Narrated by Andy Serkis, this program explores our cosmic chemistry, explosive origins, and the evolution of the Universe, answering some of the biggest questions of all time.
Perfect for adults and ages 10+; all ages are welcome.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time.

Saturdays: April 11, 25 at 3:30 p.m.
Fridays: April 10, 24 at 5:00 p.m. 

Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky, and learn about 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 pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time.

Saturdays: April 11, 25 at 5:00 p.m.

Enjoy a guided meditation experience with views of an amazing sunset as you travel to the North Pole to relax under a night sky filled with stars and glimpses of the Northern Lights.
Perfect for ages 12+, all ages are welcome.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time.

Fridays: April 10, 24 at 6:30 p.m.
Saturdays: April 11, 25 at 6:30 p.m.

Narrated by Andy Serkis, this program explores our cosmic chemistry, explosive origins, and the evolution of the Universe, answering some of the biggest questions of all time.
Perfect for adults and ages 10+; all ages are welcome.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Three Tuesdays, May 12, 19, and 26; 2:30–4 p.m.
Cost: $55
Limited to 12 students
Registration 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 best suited for beginning and intermediate writers and is designed to be repeatable, with new prompts and insights each time.

Three separate sessions of this class will be offered during the Spring Semester. Each session is independent; you may register for any one, two, or all three.

Instructor: Lylanne Musselman, award-winning poet, playwright, and visual artist

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Three Tuesdays, May 12, 19, and 26; 2:30–4 p.m.
Cost: $55
Limited to 12 students
Registration 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 best suited for beginning and intermediate writers and is designed to be repeatable, with new prompts and insights each time.

Three separate sessions of this class will be offered during the Spring Semester. Each session is independent; you may register for any one, two, or all three.

Instructor: Lylanne Musselman, award-winning poet, playwright, and visual artist

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Three Tuesdays, May 12, 19, and 26; 2:30–4 p.m.
Cost: $55
Limited to 12 students
Registration 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 best suited for beginning and intermediate writers and is designed to be repeatable, with new prompts and insights each time.

Three separate sessions of this class will be offered during the Spring Semester. Each session is independent; you may register for any one, two, or all three.

Instructor: Lylanne Musselman, award-winning poet, playwright, and visual artist

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Friday, June 5, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Cost: $30 (Includes project)
Limited to 15 students
Registration required
Please register online at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

Looking for a creative, hands-on hobby with a modern twist? Try needlepointing! This isn’t your grandmother’s needlepoint. Today’s version is vibrant, customizable, and full of personality.

In each class, you'll design a one-of-a-kind piece by choosing your own thread colors and selecting from a variety of stitches using a helpful stitch guide. Every session features a new project, so there's always something fresh and inspiring to create.

Whether you're just starting out or have years of stitching under your belt, this class welcomes all skill levels—beginner, intermediate, or advanced.

Instructor: Linda Burkhardt, owner or Elegant Needleworks, Inc.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Wednesday, June 17, 6-7:30 p.m.
No Charge - Reservations Required
Please register online at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

Enjoy an inspiring evening featuring the work of Lylanne Musselman, writing instructor at the center, and a selection of readings by a few of her students. Following the program, we’ll host a reception with a delicious array of hors d’oeuvres.