24 upcoming events with the educational demonstrations tag

October 7–January 7, 2024

Center Building, Gallery 3

Brain literally takes you inside the brain! Designed to appeal to audiences of all ages, this exhibit employs innovative special effects, hands-on learning activities, and interactive technology to delve into the brain's inner workings, including its processes, potentials, and mysteries.

October 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31; 8–11 a.m.  

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to help maintain and further our lively gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to learn and grow in their knowledge of garden cultivation alongside helpful professionals. Whether cleaning and preparing soil for future seeds or digging and planting, there’s always plenty of work to be done!

If you are interested in volunteering, please email Mary Zwickl at mzwickl@minnetrista.net.

October 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31; 8–11 a.m.  

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to help maintain and further our lively gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to learn and grow in their knowledge of garden cultivation alongside helpful professionals. Whether cleaning and preparing soil for future seeds or digging and planting, there’s always plenty of work to be done!

If you are interested in volunteering, please email Mary Zwickl at mzwickl@minnetrista.net.

October 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31; 8–11 a.m.  

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to help maintain and further our lively gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to learn and grow in their knowledge of garden cultivation alongside helpful professionals. Whether cleaning and preparing soil for future seeds or digging and planting, there’s always plenty of work to be done!

If you are interested in volunteering, please email Mary Zwickl at mzwickl@minnetrista.net.

October 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31; 8–11 a.m.  

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to help maintain and further our lively gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to learn and grow in their knowledge of garden cultivation alongside helpful professionals. Whether cleaning and preparing soil for future seeds or digging and planting, there’s always plenty of work to be done!

If you are interested in volunteering, please email Mary Zwickl at mzwickl@minnetrista.net.

Experience the partial solar eclipse at Ball State University’s Community Block Party as you partake in hands-on science and art activities, and observe the sky safely during the day with telescopes and free solar eclipse glasses (while supplies last). Join us out in nature as we come together during this celebration that includes a bounce house, family activities, music, and more!

This event is planned during the annular solar eclipse visible by only a small fraction of the world (weather permitting, with proper eye protection). While we will not see the full annular event at Ball State, we have the chance to see a partial solar eclipse. The partial solar eclipse begins at 11:41 a.m., and the Moon will continue to block out more of the Sun until maximum occurs at 1:03 p.m. The partial solar eclipse will then end at 2:28 p.m. This will be a great experience to help get us excited for the Total Solar Eclipse coming to Muncie on April 8, 2024—an amazing and rare opportunity for our community!

When: Saturday: Oct. 14, from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm
Who: Everyone is invited! Community friends, families, students… everyone!
Cost: FREE, suggested cash donation of $5 accepted at registration table
Where: The Quad at Ball State University (bordered by North Quad, the Fine Arts Building, and the Cooper Science Complex) & the Charles W. Brown Planetarium (inclement weather location: Fine Arts Building Recital Hall)

Remember, you need proper eye protection to safely watch solar eclipses. Learn more about this solar eclipse and others online at TimeAndDate.com or www.bsu.edu/planetarium/eclipse-2024.

ACTIVTIES & PROGRAMS

• Free Ball State solar eclipse glasses (while supplies last)
• Hands-on science and art activities and stations
• Boot Camp Challenge Inflatable Obstacle Course, crewed by Ball State’s ROTC
• Solar telescopes (weather permitting)
• Live-streaming of the eclipse from the path of annularity
• Planetarium Shows (11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm)
• Information about the Total Solar Eclipse coming to Muncie on April 8, 2024

Sign up to host a station at the event with your unit or organization, OR
sign up to work a volunteer shift at the event by Friday, September 30.

This event is made possible by the Charles W. Brown Planetarium and the Office of Community Engagement at Ball State University, with partial support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

October 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31; 8–11 a.m.  

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to help maintain and further our lively gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to learn and grow in their knowledge of garden cultivation alongside helpful professionals. Whether cleaning and preparing soil for future seeds or digging and planting, there’s always plenty of work to be done!

If you are interested in volunteering, please email Mary Zwickl at mzwickl@minnetrista.net.

October 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31; 8–11 a.m.  

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to help maintain and further our lively gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to learn and grow in their knowledge of garden cultivation alongside helpful professionals. Whether cleaning and preparing soil for future seeds or digging and planting, there’s always plenty of work to be done!

If you are interested in volunteering, please email Mary Zwickl at mzwickl@minnetrista.net.

October 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31; 8–11 a.m.  

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to help maintain and further our lively gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to learn and grow in their knowledge of garden cultivation alongside helpful professionals. Whether cleaning and preparing soil for future seeds or digging and planting, there’s always plenty of work to be done!

If you are interested in volunteering, please email Mary Zwickl at mzwickl@minnetrista.net.

October 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31; 8–11 a.m.  

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to help maintain and further our lively gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to learn and grow in their knowledge of garden cultivation alongside helpful professionals. Whether cleaning and preparing soil for future seeds or digging and planting, there’s always plenty of work to be done!

If you are interested in volunteering, please email Mary Zwickl at mzwickl@minnetrista.net.

Cost: $70; member discounts apply

Paint with a Certified Ross Instructor on the site where Bob painted for years. This workshop is the perfect opportunity to get creative and learn the process of painting in Bob Ross’ signature style. Just bring yourself, and we will provide everything you need to have a great time. Just like Bob said, “Let’s get crazy!”

Bob Ross Painting Workshops are 14 & up unless otherwise noted. All supplies are included. Everyone in attendance must be registered for the workshop, and The Bob Ross Experience ticket is not included. This workshop space is only accessible via a staircase. We do offer workshops in accessible spaces throughout the year. Contact our front desk at 765.282.4848 for more information about accessibility.

Cost: $70; member discounts apply

Paint with a Certified Ross Instructor on the site where Bob painted for years. This workshop is the perfect opportunity to get creative and learn the process of painting in Bob Ross’ signature style. Just bring yourself, and we will provide everything you need to have a great time. Just like Bob said, “Let’s get crazy!”

Bob Ross Painting Workshops are 14 & up unless otherwise noted. All supplies are included. Everyone in attendance must be registered for the workshop, and The Bob Ross Experience ticket is not included. This workshop space is only accessible via a staircase. We do offer workshops in accessible spaces throughout the year. Contact our front desk at 765.282.4848 for more information about accessibility.

October 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31; 8–11 a.m.  

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to help maintain and further our lively gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to learn and grow in their knowledge of garden cultivation alongside helpful professionals. Whether cleaning and preparing soil for future seeds or digging and planting, there’s always plenty of work to be done!

If you are interested in volunteering, please email Mary Zwickl at mzwickl@minnetrista.net.

November 9; 2-4 p.m
Cost: $55; member discounts apply
Registration deadline: November 2

Come and “paint” in glass! Learn how to use tiny grains of glass frit to paint a realistic portrait or build an abstract design of your own. This class is geared toward beginner and intermediate-level art glass workers, and no glass cutting is required. Registrants are encouraged to bring printed imagery, patterns, or drawings to use as inspiration. Two distinct sessions of this class are being offered to accommodate a variety of schedules.

All tools, supplies, and safety gear will be provided. Glass Workshops are 13 & up unless otherwise noted.

November 9; 6–8 p.m
Cost: $55; member discounts apply
Registration deadline: November 2

Come and “paint” in glass! Learn how to use tiny grains of glass frit to paint a realistic portrait or build an abstract design of your own. This class is geared toward beginner and intermediate-level art glass workers, and no glass cutting is required. Registrants are encouraged to bring printed imagery, patterns, or drawings to use as inspiration. Two distinct sessions of this class are being offered to accommodate a variety of schedules.

All tools, supplies, and safety gear will be provided. Glass Workshops are 13 & up unless otherwise noted.

Cost: $70; member discounts apply

Paint with a Certified Ross Instructor on the site where Bob painted for years. This workshop is the perfect opportunity to get creative and learn the process of painting in Bob Ross’ signature style. Just bring yourself, and we will provide everything you need to have a great time. Just like Bob said, “Let’s get crazy!”

Bob Ross Painting Workshops are 14 & up unless otherwise noted. All supplies are included. Everyone in attendance must be registered for the workshop, and The Bob Ross Experience ticket is not included. This workshop space is only accessible via a staircase. We do offer workshops in accessible spaces throughout the year. Contact our front desk at 765.282.4848 for more information about accessibility.

Cost: $70; member discounts apply

Paint with a Certified Ross Instructor on the site where Bob painted for years. This workshop is the perfect opportunity to get creative and learn the process of painting in Bob Ross’ signature style. Just bring yourself, and we will provide everything you need to have a great time. Just like Bob said, “Let’s get crazy!”

Bob Ross Painting Workshops are 14 & up unless otherwise noted. All supplies are included. Everyone in attendance must be registered for the workshop, and The Bob Ross Experience ticket is not included. This workshop space is only accessible via a staircase. We do offer workshops in accessible spaces throughout the year. Contact our front desk at 765.282.4848 for more information about accessibility.