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MONDAY
Card Games
Muncie Duplicate Bridge Club, 7-10 p.m., Muncie-Delaware County Senior Center, 2517 W. Eighth St., Muncie. First-timers free. Regular fee: $3. Info: 288-8506 or www.munciebridgeclub.org.
Dance
Couple Dance Lessons, 7-8:30 p.m., American Legion Post 19, 218 N. Walnut, Muncie. Learn Cha cha, Waltz, Mambo, East Coast Swing, Fixed Pattern, Two-step and Rumba. Cost: $5 each. Info: 282-9868 or dgoldbike@aol.com.
Education
Homeschooling 101, 6-9 p.m., Minnetrista, 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., Muncie. Join veteran homeschoolers and Dr. Jay Wile, author of Apologia Science. Dr. Wile will address Homeschooling: The answer to our education problems. Other topics will include how to start, curriculum choices resources available and special needs students. Cost: $15 when pre-registered with name and ages of children by e-mail to maph10@yahoo.com or $20 at the door.
Family
Ginger Bread Babies Storytime, 10:15-10:45 a.m., Kennedy Library, 1700 W. McGalliard Road, Muncie. Lap sit storytime designed for babies ages 4-18 months. Stories and activities to help with language development. Registration: 741-7333.
Fall Family Fest, 6-7 p.m., Maring-Hunt Library, 2005 S. High St., Muncie. Stories, activities and harvest-time crafts. Free and open to the public.
Holiday Event
Operation Christmas Child, The Woodlands, 3820 W. Jackson, Muncie. Collecting shoe boxes filled with gifts for children through Friday. Info: 289-3451.
Literary
Reading Circle Book Discussion, noon-1 p.m., Kennedy Library, 1700 W. McGalliard Road, Muncie. Take a lunch and talk about The Big Sky by A.B. Guthrie. Copies of the selected book are available for check out at the Kennedy Library Circulation Desk.
Writers Club, 6:30-8 p.m., New Castle-Henry County Public Library, 376 S. 15th St., New Castle. Participate in writing exercises and learn from fellow writers.
Martial Arts
Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) Fighter Practice, 6:30 p.m., Center Stage, 306 S. Walnut St., Muncie. Armored combat based on medieval tournament rules. Observers welcome. Info: 286-7446.
Music
Trombone Choir, 8 p.m., Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University, Muncie. Free and open to the public.

TUESDAY
Art
Art High at Noon: Ramberg and Shapiro, noon, Ball State University Museum of Art, 2021 W. Riverside Ave., Muncie. View Schizophrenic Discovery, 1977, by Christina Ramberg and Untitled, 1984, by Joel Shapiro, with a museum docent. Free and open to the public.
Card Games
Euchre, 12:30 p.m., Muncie-Delaware County Senior Center, 2517 W. Eighth St., Muncie. Cost: $2. For ages 60 and older. Info: 289-8182.
Rounders Freerolls, Bypass Bar and Grill, Inc., 3520 S. Meeker Ave., Muncie. Free Texas Hold’em tournament with $50 payout. Learn to play and have sit in on games with approximately 100 players. Sessions: 6 p.m. and 9 p.m.
Dance
Square Dance Lessons, 7-9 p.m., Rangeline Community Center, 1405 N. Rangeline Road, Anderson. Hosted By Footloose Square Dance Club. Cost: $4 each. Info: 643-4556 or 643-3833.
Family
Reading Music Reading Words, 10-10:30 a.m., Maring-Hunt Library, 2005 S. High St., Muncie. For kids 3-5 years. Making music and learning to read.
Ready to Read Storytime, 10:30-11 a.m., Kennedy Library, 1700 W. McGalliard Road, Muncie. For children ages 18-36 months. Storytime and fun activities.
Teens Create!, 3:30-5 p.m., New Castle-Henry County Public Library, 376 S. 15th St., New Castle. Custom paint a book end.
Twilight Tales, 6-7 p.m., Kennedy Library, 1700 W. McGalliard Road, Muncie. Evening storytime with craft.
Food/Drink
Sechler Pickles Available, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Gethsemane United Methodist Church, 1201 W. McGalliard Road, Muncie. Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday-Friday and Saturday mornings. Proceeds benefit church and mission project of United Methodist Men.
Meeting
Quilters Get Together, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., New Castle-Henry County Public Library, 376 S. 15th St., New Castle. Informal time for learning and sharing. Take a project, help with a project or learn how to quilt.
Delaware Kiwanis, 6-7 p.m., MCL Cafeteria, 3501 N. Granville Ave., Muncie. World organization focused on serving children of the world. Guests welcome. Info: 288-0057. Program by Ailesia Franklin, executive director of The Glass Museum, Dunkirk.
Music
Student Jazz Combos, 5:30 p.m., Choral Hall, Ball State University, Muncie. Free and open to the public.
Ball State Faculty Artist Series, 8 p.m., Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University, Muncie. Lori Rhoden, piano with Ray Kilburn, piano; Mary Kothman, violin; Hikaru Tamaki, cell; and Mihoko Watanabe, flute. Free and open to the public.
Religion
HymnSing, 7 p.m., Keller Chapel, 5216 W. Keller Road, Muncie. Singing of hymns with story of how each was written and composed.
Seniors
Age Well Walking Club, 9 a.m., Worthen Arena Ticket Office, Ball State Campus, Muncie. Walk at a medium pace for one hour, including stretching and cool down. Info: 289-4541.
55 Alive, 11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Gethsemane United Methodist Church, 1201 W. McGalliard Road, Muncie. Ministry to older adults with luncheon and program. Cost: $3. Reservations: 284-6877. Program: A Multitude of Services Offered at A Better Way by Teresa Clemmons, director.
Association of Lifelong Learners, 3-4:30 p.m., Ball State University Alumni Center, 2800 W. Bethel Ave., Muncie. Reflections of Forty Years in the Newspaper Business and the New “M” magazine, by Larry Shores, former editor of the Muncie Star Press. Info: RHarris@bsu.edu.
Special Event
Books for Kid’s Sake, 2-8 p.m., Books-A-Million, Muncie Mall, 3501 N. Granville Ave., Muncie. Portion of the sales will benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Delaware County. Vouchers can be obtained at the agency or by downloading from the website. Info: www.bbbsmuncie.org.

WEDNESDAY
Art
Craft It and Keep It, 1:30-3 p.m., New Castle-Henry County Public Library, 376 S. 15th St., New Castle. Learn to emboss a card. Free and open to the public. Space limited. Registration: 529-3062, ext. 310 or www.nchcpl.org.
Card Games
Euchre, 12:30 p.m., Muncie-Delaware County Senior Center, 2517 W. Eighth St., Muncie. Cost: $2. For ages 60 and older. Info: 289-8182.
Muncie Duplicate Bridge Club, 7-10 p.m., Muncie-Delaware County Senior Center, 2517 W. Eighth St., Muncie. First-timers free. Regular fee: $3. Info: 288-8506 or www.munciebridgeclub.org.
Family
Toddler Time, 9:30-10 a.m., Maring-Hunt Library, 2005 S. High St., Muncie. For toddlers ages 18-36 months. Stories and activities designed to help develop early reading skills.
Story and Craft Time, 10:30 a.m., Hartford City Public Library, 314 N. High St., Hartford City. For children of all ages.
Preschool Pals Storytime, 10:30-11 a.m., Kennedy Library, 1700 W. McGalliard Road, Muncie. Preschoolers ages 3-5 years. Activities and stories to encourage early reading skills.
Time Travelers, 3:30-5 p.m., Maring-Hunt Library, 2005 S. High St., Muncie. For kids in grades K-5. Books and activities to spark interest in reading and history. Registration: 741-5151.
Meeting
6-80’s Knitting Club, 1-2 p.m., Muncie Delaware County Senior Citizens Center, 2517 W. 8th St., Muncie. Learn basic stitches. Free and open to the public. Take number 9 circular needle and worsted weight yarn.
Music
Karaoke, Chances R, 3421 S. Walnut, Muncie. Time: 9-1 a.m. No cover charge.
Be a Singing Star, 8 p.m., Bypass Bar & Grill, 3520 S. Meeker Ave., Muncie. Karaoke. Info: 287-0544.
Joey Bowen and Robin Slaven, 8-11 p.m., Mr. Mouse, 9101 W. Smith St., Yorktown. Local musicians Joey Bowen and Robin Slaven play acoustic music. Free cab rides home available.
Religion
Surviving The Holidays, 6:30-8 p.m., South Side Nazarene, 3500 W. Fuson Road, Muncie. Hosted by the Divorce Recovery program. One session ministry designed to create a sense of hope for people struggling with divorce during the holidays. Registration: 759-8940.
Sale
Poinsettia Sale, Cancer Services of East Central Indiana- Little Red Door, 401 W. Jackson St., Muncie. Orders taken through Friday. Colors available: Red, white, pink, marble and jingle bell. Prices: $15 each or $12 each for orders of 25 or more. Free delivery for orders of 10 or more to one address. Place orders by calling 284-9063 or visit www.littlereddooreci.org.
Seniors
Senior Bingo, 3-4 p.m., The Woodlands, 3820 W. Jackson St., Muncie. Free and open to all seniors. Reservations: 289-3451.
Theater
Noises Off, 7:30 p.m., University Theatre, Ball State University, Muncie. Actors play actors playing actors in this look inside the trysts and triumphs of live theatre. Tickets: $12.50 general public, $11.50 faculty and staff, $9.50 seniors and $6.50 students. Box office: 285-8749 or boxoffice@bsu.edu.
Workshop
Eating Healthy Through the Holidays Cooking School, 6:30 p.m., Seventh Day Adventist Church, 1404 W. Cowing Drive, Muncie. Certified nurse practitioner will teach how to eat to lower stress by diet during the holidays. Taste testing, samples and free recipe book. Info: 288-6433.

THURSDAY
Auto Event
Palmer Trucks Annual Truck Show, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Indiana State Fairgrounds, 1202 E. 38th St., Indianapolis. Product demonstrations, new product unveiling, life cycle cost education, fuel economy education, product training, special guests, food and prizes. Free admission with donation of canned food item. Info: www.palmertruckshow.com.
Bazaars
Moonlight Extravaganza Craft Fair, 3:30-6 p.m., Yorktown High School, 1100 S. Tiger Drive, Yorktown. Hosted by Yorktown Fashion Club. Everyone is welcome to participate or shop. Booth space: $10 for vendors. Info: 759-2564.
Card Games
Rounders Freerolls, Bypass Bar and Grill, Inc., 3520 S. Meeker Ave., Muncie. Free Texas Hold’em tournament with $50 payout. Learn to play and have sit in on games with approximately 100 players. Sessions: 6 p.m. and 9 p.m.
Euchre, 6:30 p.m., VFW, 1801 W. Kilgore, Muncie. Public is invited.
Family
Story Time, 10 a.m., Daleville Community Library, 13601 W. County Road 550-S, Daleville. Open to children of all ages. Stories and craft.
Cuddle-up Storytime for Babies, 10-10:30 a.m., Maring-Hunt Library, 2005 S. High St., Muncie. For babies ages 4-18 months to encourage early language skills.
Paws to Read, 11 a.m.-noon, Kennedy Library, 1700 W. McGalliard Road, Muncie. For children grades K-5. Sign-up to read to a trained therapy dog. Registration: 741-7333 for a 15 minute reading session.
Film
A Novel Review, 6:30-9 p.m., New Castle-Henry County Public Library, 376 S. 15th St., New Castle. Showing My Sister’s Keeper. Discussion of book and film. Free and open to adults.
Health
Cholesterol and Glucose Testing, 7-8 a.m., Randolph County YMCA Inc., 1521 E. Washington St., Winchester. Cost: $25. Participants must fast 8-10 hours before screening. Info: 584-9622.
H1N1 Flu Vaccinations, 3-5 p.m., Northside Elementary, 400 E. Mcdonald St., Hartford City. For students. Parents should accompany children. Info: 348-4317.
Holiday Event
Randolph County Extension Homemakers Time for Trees, noon-8 p.m., Randolph County 4-H Fairgrounds, Husted Hall, 1885 S. U.S. 27, Winchester. Featuring silent auction of decorated trees and wreaths donated from Randolph County Extension Homemakers Clubs and local businesses. Free admission.
Jay County Winterfest, Christmas trees available for viewing at the courthouse, 120 N. Court St., Portland. Live nativity production, 6:30 p.m., old fire station, 110 N. Commerce St. Community sing and lighting of the Christmas tree, 7 p.m., courthouse.
Music
Karaoke, Chances R, 3421 S. Walnut, Muncie. Time: 9 p.m.-1 a.m.  No cover charge.
Be a Singing Star, 8 p.m., Bypass Bar & Grill, 3520 S. Meeker Ave., Muncie. Karaoke. Info: 287-0544.
Seniors
Age Well Walking Club, 9 a.m., Worthen Arena Ticket Office, Ball State Campus,, Muncie. Walk at a medium pace for one hour, including stretching and cool down. Info: 289-4541.
Special Event
Rockers for Knockers Benefit, Beatniks Cafe, 123 E. Third St., Marion. Time: 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Benefit for Cancer Services of Grant County’s BESS (Breast Education Screening Survival) program. Performances by Denny Buckler (country and rock), Midwest Hype (funk and reggae), The Coupe De Villains (rockabilly, surf rock), LateNite Jam (jam rock), Waldmere Revival (acoustic indie folk), Ramon Volz (acoustic rock), Eden’s Lost (emo rock) and Mudhippies (acoustic indie folk). Admission: Donations to provide free mammograms to women in need.
Theater
Noises Off, 7:30 p.m., University Theatre, Ball State University, Muncie. Actors play actors playing actors in this look inside the trysts and triumphs of live theatre. Tickets: $12.50 general public, $11.50 faculty and staff, $9.50 seniors and $6.50 students. Box office: 285-8749 or boxoffice@bsu.edu.
Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, 8 p.m., Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 E. Main St., Muncie. Main Street Studio Theatre. Cost: $10 adults, $7 students. Box office: 288-PLAY.
Workshop
Computer Classes, Maring-Hunt Library, 2005 S. High St., Muncie. Hands-on adult computer class. Learn Resume Basics, 10 a.m.-noon, learn to format information and what to put in and what to leave out when creating a resume that works. Learn PowerPoint 2007, 1-3 p.m., basic computer skills required. Photos and Photo Editing on the Computer, 5:30-7:30 p.m., basic computer skills required, learn to edit and organize photos. Free and open to adults. Registration: 741-7337.

FRIDAY
Art
Calming Space for Thoughtful Meditation in the Museum, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Ball State University Museum of Art, 2021 W. Riverside Ave., Muncie. A self-directed experience with a dedicated quiet space available near the Amidha Buddha on the mezzanine.
Auto Event
Palmer Trucks Annual Truck Show, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Indiana State Fairgrounds, 1202 E. 38th St., Indianapolis. Product demonstrations, new product unveiling, life cycle cost education, fuel economy education, product training, special guests, food and prizes. Free admission with donation of canned food item. Info: www.palmertruckshow.com.
Bazaars
Ole Fashion Christmas Bazaar and Craft Show, Houston Brick, 101 E. Main St., Lewisville. Friday, preview night, 6-8 p.m., $3. Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., no admission fee. Features vendors offering quilts, pottery, primitive stitchery items, willow furniture and accessories, handmade gifts and baked goods. Info: 987-7979.
Card Games
Muncie Duplicate Bridge Club, 1-4:30 p.m., Muncie-Delaware County Senior Center, 2517 W. Eighth St., Muncie. First timers free, others $3. Info: 288-8506 or www.munciebridgeclub.org.
Texas Hold’em, American Legion Post 19, 418 N. Walnut St., Muncie. Doors open, 6 p.m. Tournament, 7 p.m. Cost: $25 buy-in.
Free Euchre Tournament, 6:30 p.m., Bypass Bar and Grill, 3520 S. Meeker Ave., Muncie. Play with other euchre enthusiasts. Prizes for winners.
Dance
Ice Crystals, 4-5 p.m., Buley Center, 118 S. Walnut St., Suite A, Muncie. Meets on weekly through Dec. 11. Dance or stage experience not required. Learn a few new steps and then perform in The Children’s Nutcracker on Dec. 18 & 19. Free to Buley center participants and includes costuming and family tickets for the performance. Info: 282-1480.
DJ, 8-11:30 p.m., DJ, 1801 W. Kilgore Ave., Muncie. Free and open to the public.
Fair/Festival
International Festival, 2-5 p.m., Indiana State Fairground, 1202 E. 38th St., Indianapolis. Ethnic artists, international merchandise and food, cultural displays, authentic ethnic entertainment and a naturalization ceremony. Free admission. Info: phubley@familyevents.com.
Family
Friday Preschool Pals, 10:30-11 a.m., Kennedy Library, 1700 W. McGalliard Road, Muncie. Preschoolers ages 3-5. Activities and stories to encourage early reading skills.
Crafty Kidz, 4-5 p.m., New Castle-Henry County Public Library, 376 S. 15th St., New Castle. For all kids up to age 12. Variety of crafts to be offered. Free and open to the public.
Film
Senior Movie Matinee, 1-3 p.m., New Castle-Henry County Public Library, 376 S. 15th St., New Castle. The library, along with Hickory Creek of New Castle, is showing Holiday Inn. Snacks and drinks provided.
Food/Drink
Chili Supper, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Mansfield Park, 2801 S. Eaton Ave., Muncie. Hosted by the committee to re-elect Commissioner Larry Bledsoe. Cost: $5 and children age 10 and younger are free. Dinner includes chili, dessert and drink.
Health
First Fridays: Area Agency on Aging Resources, 11 a.m.-noon, Kennedy Library, 1700 W. McGalliard Road, Muncie. Free Alzheimer’s education series. Info: (317) 575-9620.
Music
Live Jazz with Shawn Salmon Jazz Trio, Heorot Pub and Draught House, 219 S. Walnut St., Muncie. Time: 9-midnight.
Karaoke, Chances R, 3421 S. Walnut, Muncie. Time: 9 p.m.-1 a.m. No cover charge.
Karaoke, 7 p.m., VFW Post 651, 1801 W. Kilgore Ave., Muncie.
Be a Singing Star, 8 p.m., Bypass Bar & Grill, 3520 S. Meeker Ave., Muncie. Karaoke. Info: 287-0544.
Reminisce Band, 8-noon, AmVets Post 12, 7621 N. Ind. 3, Royerton.
Jagged Edge Band, 10 p.m., Bypass Bar and Grill, 3520 S. Meeker Ave., Muncie. $2 cover.
Seniors
Senior Singles, 5 p.m., Gethsemane United Methodist Church, 1201 W. McGalliard Road, Muncie. Take own lunch, and a donation for the pantry. Dessert furnished. Cards and games to follow.
Special Event
Rockers for Knockers Benefit, Beatniks Cafe, 123 E. Third St., Marion. Time: 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Benefit for Cancer Services of Grant County’s BESS (Breast Education Screening Survival) program. Performances by Denny Buckler (country and rock), Midwest Hype (funk and reggae), The Coupe De Villains (rockabilly, surf rock), LateNite Jam (jam rock), Waldmere Revival (acoustic indie folk), Ramon Volz (acoustic rock), Eden’s Lost (emo rock) and Mudhippies (acoustic indie folk). Admission: Donations to provide free mammograms to women in need.
Theater
Noises Off, 7:30 p.m., University Theatre, Ball State University, Muncie. Actors play actors playing actors in this look inside the trysts and triumphs of live theatre. Tickets: $12.50 general public, $11.50 faculty and staff, $9.50 seniors and $6.50 students. Box office: 285-8749 or boxoffice@bsu.edu.
Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, 8 p.m., Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 E. Main St., Muncie. Main Street Studio Theatre. Cost: $10 adults, $7 students. Box office: 288-PLAY.

SATURDAY
Bazaars
Ole Fashion Christmas Bazaar and Craft Show, Houston Brick, 101 E. Main St., Lewisville. Friday, preview night, 6-8 p.m., $3. Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., no admission fee. Features vendors offering quilts, pottery, primitive stitchery items, willow furniture and accessories, handmade gifts and baked goods. Info: 987-7979.
Santa’s Depot Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., National Guard Armory, 1620 N. Jefferson St., Hartford City. Hosted by Hartford City chapter of Tri Kappa. Over 30 vendors. Candles, jewelry, baskets, clothing, quilts, seasonal decorations, cards and other crafts available. Admission, $1. Proceeds support community projects and scholarships. Info: 348-0307.
Christmas Bazaar, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., W. G. Smith Building, Memorial Park, 2221 N. Memorial Drive, New Castle. Lunch available sponsored by Sunnyside Church of God.
Christmas Bazaar, noon-4 p.m., Christmas Bazaar, 11 E. Main St., Hagerstown. Crafts, food, pottery, baskets and more. Free admission.
Card Games
Euchre, 12:30 p.m., Muncie-Delaware County Senior Center, 2517 W. Eighth St., Muncie. Cost: $2. For ages 60 and older. Info: 289-8182.
Dance
Sugar Plum Fairy Dance Class, 11 a.m.-noon, Muncie Ballet, 118 S. Walnut St., Suite A, Muncie. Meets weekly through Dec. 12. Participants will create a sparkle and shine fairy character dance to be used in The Children’s Nutcracker on Dec. 18 & 19. Fee: $75 includes costuming and family tickets to the performance. Tuition assistance is available. Registration: 282-1480 or www.MuncieBallet.org.
Fair/Festival
International Festival, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Indiana State Fairground, 1202 E. 38th St., Indianapolis. Ethnic artists, international merchandise and food, cultural displays, authentic ethnic entertainment and a naturalization ceremony. Free admission. Info: phubley@familyevents.com.
Family
Make and Take Crafts, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Kennedy Library, 1700 W. McGalliard Road, Muncie. Craft table to be stocked with needed supplies. Free and open to the public.
Free Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Muncie Children’s Museum, 515 S. High St., Muncie. Enjoy hands-on exhibits and free admission. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Info: 286-1660 or www.munciechildrensmuseum.com.
Make & Take Kids Crafts, 10 a.m.-noon, New Castle-Henry County Public Library, 376 S. 15th St., New Castle. For children age 12 and younger. Free and open to the public. Info: 529-0362.
Pet Meet ‘n Greet, noon-4 p.m., PetSmart, 3450 N. Morrison Road, Muncie. Shelter pets available for adoption. All pets have been spayed/neutered and have age appropriate vaccinations.
Princess Wishes Tea and Coronation, 2-4 p.m., Muncie Mall, 3501 N. Granville Ave., Muncie. Children will participate in activities including hair styling, make-up, crafts, tea, crowning and runway show. Cost: $10. Proceeds benefit Make A Wish Foundation and the Be the Match Foundation. Registration: 285-4111.
Jay County Winterfest: Little Miss Winterfest Contest, 2:30-4:30 p.m., Jay County Courthouse, 121 N. Court St., Portland. Girls ages 7-10 will compete to be crowned “Little Miss Winterfest”.
Santa Headquarters, 5-7 p.m., 1206 Broad St., New Castle. Schedule to be posted on the door. Photos available or feel free to take a camera. Children receive a treat. Free and open to the public.
Food/Drink
Spaghetti Dinner Benefit for the Scott and Treasa Green Family, noon-4 p.m., Harris Chapel Church, 10450 S. County Road 544-E, Selma. Donations accepted. Proceeds benefit the family who lost everything in house fire on Nov. 6.
Saturday at the V.F.W., 8 p.m., VFW Post 651, 1801 W. Kilgore Ave., Muncie. T-bone steak dinners, $10, 5 p.m. Music by Dust til Dawn, 8 p.m.
Health
H1N1 Vaccine Clinic, Blackford County 4-H Building, 310 E. Park Ave., Hartford City. Time: 9 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. Info: 348-4317.
Free Tour, 11 a.m.-noon, Expectations Birthing Center, 1506 W. White River Blvd., Muncie. Take a tour of Muncie’s only free-standing birth center. Info: 468-7300.
Holiday Event
Jay County Winterfest in Portland, Children’s Breakfast, 8-11 a.m., East Jay Middle School, E. Water St., featuring Mickey, Minnie and friends. Tickets available at the Jay County Chamber of Commerce. Cost: $2.50 adults and $5 children; Kid’s Karnival, 8-11 a.m., East Jay Middle School, E. Water St.. Tickets: $.10 each; Carriage Rides, noon-3 p.m., courthouse, 121 N. Court St., free with a donation of a canned good for the food pantry; Bingo, noon-2 p.m., John Jay Center For Learning, 111 N. Meridian St.; Holiday Parade of Lights, downtown, 118 S. Meridian
Knights of Pythias All-American Christmas Parade, 3 p.m., New Castle, Broad St., New Castle. Marching bands, mini-floats, children’s wagon floats, Murat Shrine Clowns and Santa Claus. Info: www.knightsofphythiasofnewcastle.com.
Lecture
Big Foot: Myth or Reality?, 2-3 p.m., New Castle-Henry County Public Library, 376 S. 15th St., New Castle. Larry Battson of Wildlife Educational Services, Inc., will present a program about Sasquatch, also known as Big Foot. Stories and photos will be shared. Free and open to the public.
Literary
Read Out! Storytime Marathon, noon-3 p.m., Kennedy Library, 1700 W. McGalliard Road, Muncie . Hosted by Ball State Chapter of Golden Key Honour Society. Volunteers will read aloud to children of all ages.
Music
Karaoke, Chances R, 3421 S. Walnut, Muncie. Time: 9 p.m.-1 a.m. No cover charge.
Music at the Library, 3-4 p.m., Kennedy Library, 1700 W. McGalliard Road, Muncie. Performance by the Ball State University’s Songwriter Showcase. Free and open to the public.
Be a Singing Star, 8 p.m., Bypass Bar & Grill, 3520 S. Meeker Ave., Muncie. Karaoke. Info: 287-0544.
Stacy Mitchhart, 8 p.m., Key Palace Theatre, 123 S. Meridian St., Redkey. Cost: $20. Box office: www.keypalacetheatre.com.
Jagged Edge Band, 10 p.m., Bypass Bar and Grill, 3520 S. Meeker Ave., Muncie. $2 cover.
Religion
Cowboy Church, Trinity United Methodist Church, 303 N. Walnut St., Hartford City. Piano music begins at 6:30 p.m. Gospel music with Trinity Cowpokes and friends, 7 p.m.
Theater
Noises Off, 7:30 p.m., University Theatre, Ball State University, Muncie. Actors play actors playing actors in this look inside the trysts and triumphs of live theatre. Tickets: $12.50 general public, $11.50 faculty and staff, $9.50 seniors and $6.50 students. Box office: 285-8749 or boxoffice@bsu.edu.
Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, 8 p.m., Muncie Civic Theatre, 216 E. Main St., Muncie. Main Street Studio Theatre. Cost: $10 adults, $7 students. Box office: 288-PLAY.

SUNDAY
Bazaars
Ole Fashion Christmas Bazaar and Craft Show, Houston Brick, 101 E. Main St., Lewisville. Friday, preview night, 6-8 p.m., $3. Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., no admission fee. Features vendors offering quilts, pottery, primitive stitchery items, willow furniture and accessories, handmade gifts and baked goods. Info: 987-7979.
Card Games
Rounders Freerolls, 6 p.m., Bypass Bar and Grill, Inc., 3520 S. Meeker Ave., Muncie. Free Texas Hold’em tournament with $50 payout. Learn to play and have sit in on games with approximately 100 players. Sessions: 2 p.m., 5 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Dance
Super Singles Dance, White River Plaza, 702 S. Nichols Ave., Muncie. Time: 7-11 p.m. DJ Frances Simmons. $6 cover charge. Info: 358-3358 or 730-9135.
Fair/Festival
International Festival, noon-6 p.m., Indiana State Fairground, 1202 E. 38th St., Indianapolis. Ethnic artists, international merchandise and food, cultural displays, authentic ethnic entertainment and a naturalization ceremony. Free admission. Info: phubley@familyevents.com.
Family
Magician Wayne Hinkel, noon-2 p.m., Scotty’s Brewhouse, 1700 W. University Ave., Muncie. Children eat free with an adult entree purchase.
Food/Drink
Chicken Noodle Dinner, Craft and Bake Sale, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., St. Mary’s Church, 346 S. Broad St., Dunkirk. Cost: $6 adult, $3 age 10 and younger. Info: 768-1262.
Holiday Event
Thanksgiving Service, 10:30 a.m., Trinity Community Church, 13801 W. Main St., Daleville. Concert by pianist Rob Deas. Dinner to follow the service. Community is invited.
Jay County Winterfest: Holiday Home Tours, noon-5 p.m., Jay County Chamber of Commerce, 118 S. Meridian, Portland. Tour 5 Jay County homes decorated for the holiday season. Cost: $5. Tickets available at the Jay County Chamber of Commerce. Info: (260) 726-4481.
Swimming
Community Swim, 2-4 p.m., Jay County High School, 2072 W. Ind. 67, Portland. Cost: $2. Children age 12 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
ONGOING EXHIBITS
Jerald Jacquard’s Creative Process: Sculpture Projects 1999-2009, Ball State University Museum of Art, 2021 W. Riverside Ave., Muncie. Recent sculptural projects including preliminary drawings and scale models for a number of recent monumental works. Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
1968 in America, Minnetrista, 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., Muncie. Learn how the major events of that year impacted East Central Indiana. Included with general admission: $4 child or student, $6 senior and $7 adult. Hours: Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Info: www.minnetrista.net/1968.
But Not Forgotten, The Anderson Center for the Arts, 32 W. 10th St., Anderson. Paintings and photographs by Middletown artist, John Silvey of the old Madison County Home, circa 1975.
Charlene George Oil Paintings, Gordy Fine Art & Framing Co., 224 E. Main St., Muncie. Artist is known for use of Renaissance techniques, including glazing, sfumato (softened edges) and chiaroscuro (strong light and dark) to achieve ultra-realistic focus of both landscape and still life scenes.
Field & Farm, Gordy Fine Art & Framing Co., 224 E. Main St., Muncie. Paintings by Charlene George. Featuring pastel and oil paintings. Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. or by appointment.
Art at the Library, Kennedy Library, 1700 W. McGalliard Road, Muncie. Artist Brian Gordy displaying several giclee and watercolor prints. Many of the pieces on display depict scenes found along Indiana’s riverbanks.
Dr. Charles E. Bracker Orchid Photographs, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Bracken Library, Ball State University, Archives and Special Collections, Room 210, Muncie.
Dr. Entomo’s Palace of Exotic Wonders, Minnetrista, 1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy., Muncie. Explore the world of bugs, from glow-in-the-dark scorpions to the world’s largest bird-eating tarantula. Included with general admission: $4 child or student, $6 senior and $7 adult. Hours: Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Info: www.minnetrista.