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“Big Astronomy” 5pm Planetarium Show
Charles W Brown Planetarium 2111 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesStart: September 13, 2024 5 p.m. End: September 13, 2024 6 p.m. It takes many people with diverse backgrounds, talents, and skills to run observatories. Journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert— remote, extreme regions that happen to have the perfect conditions for...
Halloween: Celestial Origins
Charles W Brown Planetarium 2111 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesWhat do you associate with Halloween? Trick-or-Treating, costumes ... astronomy? After all, Halloween is an astronomical holiday! During this program you will learn the history of Halloween and how it fits into the seasons as a "cross-quarter day". We will also explore the night sky and learn what planets, constellations,...
Classics to Classical
A Free Concert presented by the Flute & Clarinet Choirs of America’s Hometown Band - Sat., Oct. 19 2:00 pm be Playing For You on Saturday, October 19 at 2:00 pm, are two of the very talented music ensemble groups from America’s Hometown Band of Muncie -- the Central Indiana...
Earth, Moon and Sun
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...
“Big Astronomy”
Charles W Brown Planetarium 2111 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesStart: September 14, 2024 5 p.m. End: September 14, 2024 6 p.m. It takes many people with diverse backgrounds, talents, and skills to run observatories. Journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert— remote, extreme regions that happen to have the perfect conditions for...
Saturn and Beyond
Saturn's rings are one of the most beautiful sights in the solar system. They can be seen clearly even with a small backyard telescope. Astronomers have known about these rings for over 400 years, yet they still present many questions. In 2004 the Cassini orbiter and Huygens probe reached Saturn. ...
Boo-levard Bash
Minnetrista 1200 N Minnstrista Parkway, Muncie, IN, United StatesBoo-levard Bash 5:00 PM 8:00 PM Join us for trick-or-treating on our historic Boulevard!
Halloween: Celestial Origins
Charles W Brown Planetarium 2111 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesWhat do you associate with Halloween? Trick-or-Treating, costumes … astronomy? After all, Halloween is an astronomical holiday! During this program you will learn the history of Halloween and how it fits into the seasons as a “cross-quarter day”. We will also explore the night sky and learn what planets, constellations,...
A Simpler Thyme Antique Show
Delaware County Fairgrounds 1210 N Wheeling Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesA Simpler Thyme Antique Show Sat, October 26, 2024 9am-3pm Admission $4.00 Delaware County Fairgrounds 1210 N. Wheeling Ave Heartland BuildingMuncie, IN Louise & Steve Swihart & Bev Korn are working hard to prepare a great event! Join us for a gathering of friends who brought you their best Country...
Costumed Creature Crawl
Downtown Muncie 300 N High St, Muncie, IN, United StatesCalling all creatures great and small! Bring your human DWNTWN and show off their creativity! All furry, feathered, scaled, hairy, or hairless costumed friends are welcome to join our pet parade through the streets of DWNTWN. Compete for prizes and experience a fun nature show at Canan Commons. Then, explore...
Monster Mash Halloween Dance an LGBTQ+ Spooktacular Event
Cornerstone Center for the Arts 520 E Main St, Muncie, IN, United StatesMuncie OUTreach LGBTQ+ Center is hosting a spooktacular Halloween Dance on October 26th from 7 PM to 10 PM! The event is free and open to all middle and high school youth. Dance is being held in the very spooky Majestic Room on the third floor of Cornerstone Center for the...
Halloween Extravaganza at the Muncie Children’s Museum
Muncie Children's Museum 515 South High St., Muncie, IN, United StatesJoin us for a spooktacular time at Muncie Children's Museum's annual Halloween Extravaganza on Sunday, October 27, from 1pm-4:30pm. This family-friendly event offers games, crafts, face painting, and trick-or-treat stations throughout the museum. Costumes are encouraged! All activities are included with the price of admission. Cost is $8 per person,...
UU Church of Muncie Bazaar in the Woods
Unitarian Universality Church of Muncie West Bradford Drive, Muncie, IN, United StatesUU Church of Muncie Bazaar in the Woods at Unitarian Universality Church of Muncie, 4800 W. Bradford Dr., Muncie Enjoy browsing through collectibles, pottery, plants, gently-used clothing, books, food, jewelry, and much more. Artisan booths with local and regional handmade items will also be available. Cinnamon rolls, coffee, and juice...
Holiday Art & Craft Show
At Muncie Central High School. Dozens of vendors selling everything from candles, jewelry, soaps, clothing, handmade crafts, baked goods, candy and crochet items to Pampered Chef, Scentsy, Tastefully Simple, Thirty-One, and Zyia. Chili lunch and concessions available for purchase to earn money for the Muncie Central Senior Trip to Washington,...
Astronomy SLAM!
Charles W Brown Planetarium 2111 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesStart: November 2, 2024 6:30 p.m. End: November 2, 2024 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2 at 6:30pm (tickets required) Cost: $4/person, tickets available online During this event, Ball State students use planetarium visuals to present in the most creative way they can while competing. Ten minutes a person—that is all...
The Universe Update
Travel through our universe in both space and time during this live presentation and learn about the most recent and exciting astronomy news. Hear updates about the JWST team and their findings, learn about stellar evolution and black holes, and find out how space exploration and research help us out...
Holiday Handcrafters Showcase & Market…36th Annual – Nov 15 & Nov 16
Delaware County Fairgrounds 1210 N Wheeling Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesDistinctive Exhibits from several states, filling two buildings brimming full of Americana, Primitive, Folk Art, Contemporary Art & Crafts, Holiday Decor, Garden Art, Collectibles, Antiques, Repurposed, Farmhouse, Exclusive Home & Personal Products and Gift foods. Two Large Buildings • Demonstrations • Santa Comes to Town • Claus Café • Ample...
Gobble Wobble & Small Business Saturday
Downtown Muncie 300 N High St, Muncie, IN, United StatesSATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • 8AM–10PM The turkey has been eaten, you've watched way too much Netflix, you really want to get out of the house, and—my, oh, my—does a beer sound good! If any of this sounds familiar, head DWNTWN for the Gobble Wobble post-Thanksgiving pub + eatery crawl. Bars...
The Christmas Star
Over the years many people have tried to explain the appearance of the Star of Bethlehem, as described in the Bible. Can the star be explained as an exploding star, a comet, or some other natural event in the sky? Potential natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem and common...
One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure
Charles W Brown Planetarium 2111 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, United States“One World, One Sky” is a brillant program that follows Sesame Street’s Big Bird and Elmo as they explore the night sky with Hu Hu Zhu, a new friend from China. Together, they take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, where they discover how different it is...