13 upcoming events with the science tag
144 past events with this tagApr 4, 2024
Thursday
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Solar Telescope Viewing Party!
11am to 2pm @
Scramble Light, Ball State University
Corner of McKinley & Riverside
Start: April 4, 2024 11 a.m.
End: April 4, 2024 2 p.m.Weather permitting, view the Sun through one of Ball State’s powerful Solar Telescopes setup at the Scramble Light on the campus of Ball State University. See the Sun in a very specific color of red light known as Hydrogen-alpha and view the atmospheric region of the Sun called the chromosphere. Learn about and see dramatic features like solar prominences, filaments, and flares!
Eclipse glasses and training sessions will also be available at this event as we will be continuing to get the community ready for April’s total solar eclipse.
Learn more about the upcoming total solar eclipse happening at Ball State to prepare for the spectacular event. Glasses are partially funded through support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Simons Foundation.
- Cost: FREE, cash donations accepted
- Location: Ball State Scramble Light, paid parking available at McKinley Avenue Parking Garage
Apr 5, 2024
Friday
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"Earth, Moon, & Sun" Planetarium Show!
5:30pm @
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
2111 West Riverside Avenue
Start: April 5, 2024 5:30 p.m.
End: April 5, 2024 6:15 p.m.Charles W. Brown Planetarium
Coyote has many misconceptions about our home planet and its most familiar neighbors. His confusion about the universe makes viewers think about how Earth, Moon and Sun work together as a system and learn to distinguish between myths and science. Learn the basics of fusion and solar energy and why the Sun rises and sets.
Best suited for families and groups with kids ages 8+, all ages are welcome.
One free pair of solar eclipse glasses will be provided to each planetarium show guest for a suggested cash donation of $1, while supplies last. Glasses are partially funded through support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Simons Foundation. Learn more about the upcoming total solar eclipse happening at Ball State to prepare for this spectacular event.
Cost: FREE, cash donations are accepted at the door. No reservations are required. However, plan to arrive early as seating is done on a first-come, first-served basis and seating is limited. We do our best to have doors open 30 minutes before show time.
Runtime: Approximately 45 minutes total with live sky tour.
Due to nearby construction, select parking and pathway access to the planetarium is blocked off. Plan to arrive early to safely navigate the area and to arrive on time for the program.
- The planetarium is located on the west end of the Cooper Science Building, at 2111 West Riverside Avenue on the campus of Ball State University in Muncie.
- Food, drinks, gum or candy are not allowed in the planetarium.
- Cellphones and any electronics that emit light must be silenced or turned off at the start of all programs. Please refrain from wearing light-up shoes to any planetarium programs.
- Children 17 years and under should be accompanied by an adult.
- We greatly appreciate your support to make our programs possible, and cash donations are accepted at the door.
- "Eclipse: The Sun Revealed" Planetarium Show! 6:30pm @ Charles W. Brown Planetarium 2111 West Riverside Avenue
Start: April 5, 2024 6:30 p.m.
End: April 5, 2024 7:30 p.m.
Charles W. Brown PlanetariumThere will be a total eclipse of the Sun visible from Muncie, Indiana on April 8, 2024. Come learn how solar and lunar eclipses happen, and about scientific discoveries that have been supported by total solar eclipses. This show also uses beautiful visuals to explore the historical and cultural view of eclipses, and explains how to safely see these awe-inspiring sights.
Most suitable for ages 10+, all ages are welcome.One free pair of solar eclipse glasses will be provided to each planetarium show guest for a suggested cash donation of $1, while supplies last. Glasses are partially funded through support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Simons Foundation. Learn more about the upcoming total solar eclipse happening at Ball State to prepare for this spectacular event.
Cost: FREE, cash donations are accepted at the door. No reservations are required. However, plan to arrive early as seating is done on a first-come, first-served basis and seating is limited. We do our best to have doors open 30 minutes before show time.
Runtime: Approximately 45 minutes total with live sky tour.
Due to nearby construction, select parking and pathway access to the planetarium is blocked off. Plan to arrive early to safely navigate the area and to arrive on time for the program.- The planetarium is located on the west end of the Cooper Science Building, at 2111 West Riverside Avenue on the campus of Ball State University in Muncie.
- Food, drinks, gum or candy are not allowed in the planetarium.
- Cellphones and any electronics that emit light must be silenced or turned off at the start of all programs. Please refrain from wearing light-up shoes to any planetarium programs.
- Children 17 years and under should be accompanied by an adult.
- We greatly appreciate your support to make our programs possible, and cash donations are accepted at the door.
Apr 6, 2024
Saturday
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Magic City Market & Musicfest!
10am to 6pm @
Delaware County Fairgrounds
Heartland Hall
1210 Wheeling Ave, Muncie IN
Plan to spend your weekend with us! There is a special Magic in Muncie!
The Delaware County Fairgrounds is Muncie's in-town camping and RV accommodation hub for everyone visiting for the Total Eclipse of the Heartland! The Magic City Market, with live music and dozens of artisan Makers, will be there all weekend for visitors and locals! While you enjoy our wonderful Hoosier town, you will be able to socialize and shop with the Muncie Makers Market at the Magic City Market held in Heartland Hall at the Fairgrounds. For THREE DAYS in April 2024 - Saturday the 6th, Sunday the 7th, and Monday the 8th - from 10a-6p, in Heartland Hall, we will feature a General Store, 2024 Eclipse souvenirs, beautiful handmade arts, delicious homemade goodies, craft beer, local food trucks with hot meals, live music, indoor seating and outdoor picnic seating, and much more. Unique and high quality offerings from our creative community await! This is a mandatory event for locals and a welcoming place for visitors!
Don't miss your chance to be part of this once in a lifetime solar celebration. Grab your camping/RV reservations NOW (765-288-1854), bring your positive vibes, and let's make this Solar Eclipse weekend in the Path of Totality a time to remember. Cheers to good company, great artisan offerings, enchanted music, warm Hoosier Hospitality, and the magic that awaits!
All Magic City Market Vendors must register in advance, see attached flyer to request information.
- Nature and the Solar Eclipse! 10am to 3pm @ Dr. Joe and Alice Rinard Orchid Greenhouse 2500 West University Avenue
Start: April 6, 2024 10 a.m.
End: April 6, 2024 3 p.m.
Location: Dr. Joe and Alice Rinard Orchid Greenhouse
Solar eclipses are an amazing natural phenomenon, and Muncie, Indiana is about to have its first total solar eclipse in over a thousand years! How will our wildlife respond to a full solar eclipse? Stop by the Nature Lab to find out! Activity stations will share information about how insects, flowers, birds, and more might respond to this year's total solar eclipse. All activities will be family-friendly and free solar eclipse glasses will be available while supplies last.
- Kids Make Solar Art at DOMA! 1:30pm to 4pm @ David Owsley Museum of Art 2021 West Riverside Avenue
Start: April 6, 2024 1:30 p.m.
End: April 6, 2024 4 p.m.
Location: David Owsley Museum of Art
Join student teachers from the Ball State Art Education program for an afternoon of games, activities, and tours in the DOMA galleries - plus (weather permitting) creating sunprints on the Quad as a pre-solar eclipse activity! This fun opportunity for families and kids of all ages is open to the public and free with registration by April 3rd:https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS023?itemcode=EMS023-WKS4
Children must be accompanied by an adult guardian.
- Magic City Market at the Magic City Brewfest! 2pm to 6pm @ Cornerstone Center for the Arts Mezzanine of the Colonnade Room 520 E Main St. Muncie, IN 47305
Cost: $30 Brewfest Tickets must be purchased in advance - Magic City Market admission is included! Ages: 21+ Join us for an unforgettable celebration at the Magic City Brewfest, happening April 6th, the Saturday before the April 8th Total Eclipse of the Heartland! Get ready for a day filled with craft beer, winery and distillery offerings, live music, artistic makers, and an atmosphere that's nothing short of magical! We will celebrate in the historic Cornerstone Center for the Arts, an enchanted gem just waiting for us to help her shine!
Picture this: a vibrant gathering of craft enthusiasts, local and beyond brewers showcasing their finest creations, and the perfect blend of flavors to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or just looking for a good time, this event promises something for everyone. While you enjoy the Hoosier excellence at Brewfest, you will be able to shop with twenty Artisans from the Muncie Makers Market at the Magic City Market held on the Mezzanine above. Unique and high quality offerings from our creative community await! This is a mandatory event for locals and a welcoming place for visitors!
As the sun sets and casts its warm glow over the venue, immerse yourself in the rhythm of live music that will keep you grooving all night long in the gorgeous auditorium of this charmed venue. The party continues throughout the evening at the Magic City Music Fest free to Brewfest attendees from 4pm-midnight. The Magic City Brewfest is not just an event; it's an experience that transcends the ordinary. Plan to spend the weekend with us! There is a special Magic in Muncie!
Don't miss your chance to be part of this once in a lifetime solar celebration. Grab your tickets now, bring your positive vibes, and let's make the Saturday before the Eclipse a time to remember. Cheers to good company, great craft offerings, enchanted music and the magic that awaits!
Tickets for the Magic City Brewfest are LIMITED - get yours NOW:
https://event.ontaptickets.com/events/magic-city-brewfest-muncie-4-6-2024
All Magic City Market Vendors must register in advance, see attached flyer to request information.
- Special Saturday Eclipse Activities! 2:30pm to 7pm @ Charles W. Brown Planetarium 2111 West Riverside Avenue
Start: April 6, 2024 2:30 p.m.
End: April 6, 2024 7 p.m.
Come learn about solar eclipses during special workshops, lectures, planetarium programs, and more as we continue to get ready for April’s total solar eclipse.
When: Saturday, April 6, from 2:30pm – 7pm (last planetarium show starts at 6:30pm, show schedule listed below)
Who: Everyone is invited! Community friends, families, students… everyone!
Cost: FREE, cash donations accepted. Space is limited, and seating will be done on a first-come, first-served basis.
Where: The Charles W. Brown Planetarium and Cooper Science BuildingACTIVITIES & PROGRAMS
- Free Ball State solar eclipse glasses, while supplies last, for a suggested donation of $1/pair
- Hands-on science and art activities and workshops for all ages
- Special eclipse lecture by Ball State Astronomy Professor Dr. Todd Vaccaro at 5:30pm in the Brown Planetarium
- 30-minute planetarium shows for all ages:
- 2:30pm – One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure (ages 3+)
- 3:30pm – Kitz the Cat’s SuperMoon Adventure (ages 6+)
- 4:30pm – Earth, Moon, & Sun (ages 8+)
- 5:30pm – Special lecture by Professor Dr. Todd Vaccaro in the planetarium (ages 12+)
- 6:30pm – Eclipse: The Sun Revealed (ages 9+)
- Information about the Total Solar Eclipse coming to Muncie on April 8, 2024
Learn more about the upcoming total solar eclipse happening at Ball State to prepare for the spectacular event. Glasses are partially funded through support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Simons Foundation.
Due to nearby construction, select parking and pathway access to the planetarium is blocked off. Plan to arrive early to safely navigate the area and to arrive on time for the program.
- The planetarium is located on the west end of the Cooper Science Building, at 2111 W. Riverside Ave., Muncie, IN.
- Food, drinks, gum or candy are not allowed in the planetarium.
- Cellphones and any electronics that emit light must be silenced or turned off at the start of all programs. Please refrain from wearing light-up shoes to any planetarium programs.
- Children 17 years and under should be accompanied by an adult.
- We greatly appreciate your support to make our programs possible, and cash donations are accepted at the door.
Apr 7, 2024
Sunday
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Magic City Market & Musicfest!
10am to 6pm @
Delaware County Fairgrounds
Heartland Hall
1210 Wheeling Ave, Muncie IN
Plan to spend the your weekend with us! There is a special Magic in Muncie!
The Delaware County Fairgrounds is Muncie's in-town camping and RV accommodation hub for everyone visiting for the Total Eclipse of the Heartland! The Magic City Market, with live music and dozens of artisan Makers, will be there all weekend for visitors and locals! While you enjoy our wonderful Hoosier town, you will be able to socialize and shop with the Muncie Makers Market at the Magic City Market held in Heartland Hall at the Fairgrounds. For THREE DAYS in April 2024 - Saturday the 6th, Sunday the 7th, and Monday the 8th - from 10a-6p, in Heartland Hall, we will feature a General Store, 2024 Eclipse souvenirs, beautiful handmade arts, delicious homemade goodies, craft beer, local food trucks with hot meals, live music, indoor seating and outdoor picnic seating, and much more. Unique and high quality offerings from our creative community await! This is a mandatory event for locals and a welcoming place for visitors!
Don't miss your chance to be part of this once in a lifetime solar celebration. Grab your camping/RV reservations NOW (765-288-1854), bring your positive vibes, and let's make this Solar Eclipse weekend in the Path of Totality a time to remember. Cheers to good company, great artisan offerings, enchanted music, warm Hoosier Hospitality, and the magic that awaits!
All Magic City Market Vendors must register in advance, see attached flyer to request information.
- Special Sunday Eclipse Programs! 2:30pm to 7pm @ Charles W. Brown Planetarium 2111 West Riverside Avenue
Start: April 7, 2024 2:30 p.m.
End: April 7, 2024 7 p.m.
Charles W. Brown PlanetariumWhen: Sunday, April 7, from 2:30pm – 7pm (last planetarium show starts at 6:30pm, show schedule listed below)
Who: Everyone is invited! Community friends, families, students… everyone!
Cost: FREE, cash donations accepted. Space is limited, and seating will be done on a first-come, first-served basis.
Where: The Charles W. Brown PlanetariumACTIVITIES & PROGRAMS
- Free Ball State solar eclipse glasses, while supplies last, for a suggested donation of $1/pair
- Solar telescopes (weather permitting)
- 30-minute planetarium shows for all ages:
- 2:30pm – One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure (ages 3+)
- 3:30pm – Kitz the Cat’s SuperMoon Adventure (ages 6+)
- 4:30pm – Earth, Moon, & Sun (ages 8+)
- 5:30pm – Eclipse: The Sun Revealed (ages 9+)
- 6:30pm – Eclipse: The Sun Revealed (ages 9+)
Learn more about the upcoming total solar eclipse happening at Ball State to prepare for the spectacular event. Glasses are partially funded through support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Simons Foundation.
Due to nearby construction, select parking and pathway access to the planetarium is blocked off. Plan to arrive early to safely navigate the area and to arrive on time for the program.
- The planetarium is located on the west end of the Cooper Science Building, at 2111 West Riverside Avenue on the campus of Ball State University in Muncie.
- Food, drinks, gum or candy are not allowed in the planetarium.
- Cellphones and any electronics that emit light must be silenced or turned off at the start of all programs. Please refrain from wearing light-up shoes to any planetarium programs.
- Children 17 years and under should be accompanied by an adult.
- We greatly appreciate your support to make our programs possible, and cash donations are accepted at the door.
Apr 8, 2024
Monday
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Solar Eclipse at the Academy of Model Aeronautics Free
10am to 5pm @
Academy of Model Aeronautics
5161 E Memorial Drive, Muncie,IN 47302
- Magic City Market & Musicfest & Viewing Party! 10am to 6pm @ Delaware County Fairgrounds Heartland Hall 1210 Wheeling Ave, Muncie IN
Plan to spend the your weekend with us! There is a special Magic in Muncie!
The Delaware County Fairgrounds is Muncie's in-town camping and RV accommodation hub for everyone visiting for the Total Eclipse of the Heartland! The Magic City Market, with live music and dozens of artisan Makers, will be there all weekend for visitors and locals! While you enjoy our wonderful Hoosier town, you will be able to socialize and shop with the Muncie Makers Market at the Magic City Market held in Heartland Hall at the Fairgrounds. For THREE DAYS in April 2024 - Saturday the 6th, Sunday the 7th, and Monday the 8th - from 10a-6p, in Heartland Hall, we will feature a General Store, 2024 Eclipse souvenirs, beautiful handmade arts, delicious homemade goodies, craft beer, local food trucks with hot meals, live music, indoor seating and outdoor picnic seating, and much more. Unique and high quality offerings from our creative community await! This is a mandatory event for locals and a welcoming place for visitors!
Don't miss your chance to be part of this once in a lifetime solar celebration. Grab your camping/RV reservations NOW (765-288-1854), bring your positive vibes, and let's make this Solar Eclipse weekend in the Path of Totality a time to remember. Cheers to good company, great artisan offerings, enchanted music, warm Hoosier Hospitality, and the magic that awaits!
All Magic City Market Vendors must register in advance, see attached flyer to request information.
- Celestial Event: Total Solar Eclipse 1:50pm to 4:30pm @ Charles W. Brown Planetarium 2111 West Riverside Avenue
Start: April 8, 2024 1:52 p.m.
End: April 8, 2024 4:25 p.m.
A total solar eclipse will occur during the day on April 8, 2024 and will only be visible by only some of the world, including Muncie, IN (weather permitting, with proper eye protection)! The solar eclipse will begin on Monday, April 8, 2024 at approximately 1:52:13 p.m., when the Moon starts to block out the southwest side of the Sun (at the 5 o'clock mark). The Moon will continue to block out more of the Sun until totality, when the Sun is fully blocked by the Moon. Totality in Muncie begins at 3:07:37 p.m.* You can safely view this portion of the eclipse, and this short portion alone, without any eye protection because the entire face of the Sun will be completely blocked by the Moon. Here at Ball State University, totality will last about 3 minutes and 40 seconds, with it ending at 3:11:15 p.m. The partial solar eclipse will continue until the entire event ends at 4:24:16 p.m. *Exact start and end times will vary by location. Follow safety guidelines for determining when to view totality.
To learn more about this solar eclipse and others, keep watching our website and social media pages, and visit our 2024 Solar Eclipse page.
- Magic City Market & Musicfest & Viewing Party! 10am to 6pm @ Delaware County Fairgrounds Heartland Hall 1210 Wheeling Ave, Muncie IN
- Special Sunday Eclipse Programs! 2:30pm to 7pm @ Charles W. Brown Planetarium 2111 West Riverside Avenue
- Nature and the Solar Eclipse! 10am to 3pm @ Dr. Joe and Alice Rinard Orchid Greenhouse 2500 West University Avenue