Office of Community Engagement Calendar

Discover a whole new way to paint in our exciting watercolor class featuring Yupo — a revolutionary synthetic paper that transforms the watercolor experience. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced artist, you'll learn to harness vibrant color, movement, and fluidity while mastering how to control and revise your work with ease.

In this three-session class, you'll create a series of vignettes in either prose or poetry - the choice is yours. You will learn about Hermit Crab Essays, Braided Essays, and Lyric Essays. Guided by prompts designed to "capture your life," you'll bring your memories to the page while sharing your work, ideas, questions, and discoveries along the way. Open to beginning and intermediate writers. | Three Tuesday Sessions

This program will discuss historical events in local history and how the role of fashion influenced them. Fashions from the Mary Beeman Historic Costumes collection at Ball State University will be displayed while presenters describe how women’s fashion was a key part of making history.

This is designed for both beginning and advanced painters. Whether you're just picking up the brush or looking to refine your technique, this session offers clear, step-by-step guidance to help you create vibrant, expressive watercolor paintings with confidence. Learn essential techniques, composition tips, and the magic of color blending. Limited to 10 students

If you are looking for a new or different hobby, consider needlepointing. Today’s needlepointing is not the same as it was during your grandmother’s time. In each class you can create a one-of-a-kind needlepointed piece by selecting your own thread colors. The stitch guide that accompanies this project allows you to even choose the stitches you want to use to complete the project. Class is for the beginner, intermediate, or advanced needlepointer.

Instruction in finger spelling and basic conversation based on American Sign Language and signed English. Certificate of Completion provided to those who attend all six sessions in their entirety.

In this three-session class, you'll create a series of vignettes in either prose or poetry - the choice is yours. You will learn about Hermit Crab Essays, Braided Essays, and Lyric Essays. Guided by prompts designed to "capture your life," you'll bring your memories to the page while sharing your work, ideas, questions, and discoveries along the way. Open to beginning and intermediate writers. | Three Thursday Sessions

Explore the art of tree painting in this hands-on class for all skill levels. Create two tree paintings—one in watercolor and one in acrylic—while learning key techniques in color blending, brushwork, and composition.

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. | Cost includes supplies for making 5 cards

In this three-session class, you'll create a series of vignettes in either prose or poetry - the choice is yours. In these three class sessions, you will write from prompts that will “capture your life” and help get your memories on the page, you’ll share your work, ideas, concerns, questions, and epiphanies. Open to beginning and intermediate writers. | Three Tuesday Sessions

Join us for a panel discussion on some of the eerie happenings and hauntings in Muncie and Delaware County history. Now in its fourth year, this program features panelists who present new and intriguing information each time.You'll see historic photographs, maps, newspaper articles, and hear ghost stories from Muncie's past. Refreshments will be served after the program.

Step into the world of oil painting in this three-week creative journey where faces come to life on canvas. Face to Face is a guided exploration of portraiture designed for all skill levels—from curious beginners to seasoned artists looking to refine their technique.

If you are looking for a new or different hobby, consider needlepointing. Today’s needlepointing is not the same as it was during your grandmother’s time. In each class you can create a one-of-a-kind needlepointed piece by selecting your own thread colors. The stitch guide that accompanies this project allows you to even choose the stitches you want to use to complete the project. Class is for the beginner, intermediate, or advanced needlepointer.

Celebrate Ball State spirit and artistic expression in Cardinals in Color, a vibrant mixed-media painting class where watercolor meets collage. Inspired by the university’s iconic mascot, this creative workshop invites artists of all levels to explore bold color, texture, and movement through the lens of the cardinal.

Join us for a holiday 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. Cost included supplies for making 5 cards

Ann will teach simplified techniques for creating a beautiful holiday watercolor masterpiece from start to finish. Her professional experience enables her to teach novices as well as advanced painters in the same setting. You will have the opportunity to display your artwork at the Center’s Holiday Open House on December 5-6.

Join us for a magical two-day event nestled within Minnetrista's Enchanted Luminaria Walk. Explore the historic Ball family home adorned with festive décor, serenaded by live musicians, and dazzled by local artisans.Experience the heartwarming tradition as members of our community transform trees and rooms into enchanting displays. It's a celebration of the Ball family's legacy and their enduring impact on our community.

Join us for a magical two-day event nestled within Minnetrista's Enchanted Luminaria Walk. Explore the historic Ball family home adorned with festive décor, serenaded by live musicians, and dazzled by local artisans.Experience the heartwarming tradition as members of our community transform trees and rooms into enchanting displays. It's a celebration of the Ball family's legacy and their enduring impact on our community.