Governor's Arts Awards in Review

The 2009 Governor’s Arts Awards were held on Friday, September 25th at Cornerstone. The evening was a great success and honored many outstanding Hoosier artists and arts supporters.

This bi-annual event showcased the thriving arts community in Muncie. This was only the second time this ceremony has been held outside of Indianapolis and our city shone!

The honorees were: Angela Brown, the International Violin Competition of  Indianapolis, George and Frances Ball Foundation, Ball Brothers Foundation, Sweetwater Sound, and the Vectren Corporation.  Congratulations to all the winners and thank you to all the sponsors and the over 700 attendees.
 

Feed the Soul Festival

Cornerstone Center for the Arts announces the first annual Feed The Soul Festival to be held on Sunday, October 18, 2009 at Cornerstone Center For The Arts, 520 East Main Street in Muncie.

The event includes a buffet brunch at 1:30pm by Chef Jason Reynolds and the Ivy Tech Culinary School, followed by a concert at 2:45pm by acclaimed regional and national artists Doug Henthorn, Al Shikaly, Frank Bradford, Jon Barnard, Randy Baker, Max Marty and gospel artists Tab & Toni forming the Feed The Soul Fest Band.

The Feed the Soul Band will perform popular songs from the 70’s that will revive and rejuvenate the hearts and spirits of the audience. Inspired by the House of Blues Sunday Gospel Brunch, the Feed The Soul Festival is focused on engaging the community in positive ways while entertaining the mind, body and spirit. 

Tickets are on sale now. Click here to purchase with your credit card or call 765.281.9503, ext. 50. You can also stop by the building at 520 East Main Street for tickets. Tables seating 8 may be purchased for $125. Tickets for the Brunch & Concert are $20 per person. Tickets just for the concert at 2:45pm are $10 each.

Feed The Soul Festival proceeds will benefit Cornerstone Center for the Arts and is sponsored by First Merchants Bank with contributing sponsors, Fisher Meats, Ivy Tech Culinary School, WERK 104.9 FM, Muncie Music Center, and Sysco Foods. For more information contact Lorri Agullana-Markum, Event Organizer at 765-730-9952 or Chris Mahon, Director of Community Engagement at 765.281.9503, ext. 50.

Featured Artist India Cruse-Griffin

India Cruse-Griffin, a mixed media visual artist from Richmond, was selected from among five finalists submitting proposals to create the 2009 Governor’s Arts Awards. Her multi-media work is now on display in the Cornerstone Art Gallery on the second floor.

India’s work is almost always associated with her childhood memories of growing up in Indiana. Her mixed media art includes layers of bold colors, shapes, and texture, using a combination of paint and collage to reveal an illusion of distance and space. This complex style of construction results in lasting impression of Indiana culture and community.

Griffin has taken part in selected state and national exhibitions dating back to the 1980s. Her work is featured in the public collections of Indiana Governor’s  residence, Indiana University East, Indiana University Bloomington Campus, IUPUI, Richmond Art Museum, and the Dunn Center. Griffin holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Art Education from Ball State University, and currently teaches art in the Richmond  Community Schools.

Fall Six Week Class Series

Our 6 week class series will begin October 26 with classes offered in Dance, Visual Arts, Music, Theatre, Spanish and Kindermusik. In addition, the Cornerstone Arts Program offers private instruction for all ages in the following areas: drums, guitar, piano, voice, strings, trumpet and saxophone.

Have you ever wanted to try your hand at drawing? Maybe your child wasn’t able to sign up for ballet in the fall? Would you like to learn some Spanish or refresh your memory? This is a great opportunity to take a shorter class and try out a new skill.

Click here to register online or pick up a brochure in the building. Please call Sarah at 281-9503, ext. 15 for more information. 

Community Halloween Party

Join Cornerstone for a spectacular Halloween Party on October 29. Children and families are invited to attend for FREE! The party will take place at Cornerstone on the first floor Colonnade Room from 4-6 pm.

You can come in a costume or not to this family friendly event. This event is open to the public and will include prizes, games, treats and more!

Candy Cane Lane

Join us when we turn Cornerstone into a Winter Wonderland on November 21st from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. Children can enjoy crafts, presents, entertainment, and photos with Santa.

Cornerstone will be decorated as Candy Candy Lane for the children. All children will get to visit with Santa and recieve a free toy for the holidays!  Last year about 1,000 visitors enjoyed this fun event.

The event is free and open to the public, so please come and help us to celebrate the holidays!

The Harvest Moon Film Festival aims to provide the regional community with a gathering of films and filmmakers celebrating the Midwest. Harvest Moon provides opportunities for the community to experience the art of film and promotes Midwestern filmmaking.

Movies will be screened at both at Cornerstone and Muncie Civic Theatre. This is a great opportunity to view independent films from across the nation right here in Muncie. The festival will also hold educational workshops for local aspiring filmmakers.

The festival will take place November 12 - 14, in Downtown Muncie. Harvest Moon Film Festival awards prizes in the areas of feature length, short film, documentary, and student film. More details will be coming soon at www.harvestmoonfilmfestival.com.

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Calendar of Events

October 18
Feed the Soul Festival
1:30-4:00pm
Enjoy a delicious brunch and relax as talented musicians fill the Auditorium with music. This is a ticketed event with all proceeds to benefit programming at Cornerstone.

October 26 - 29
Fall 6 Week Classes Begin
A small sampling of classes in dance, music, Spanish, theatre, visual arts, and yoga in a shorter session.

October 29
Halloween Party
4:00-6:00pm
Children and families are invited to come out and enjoy this FREE event that is open to the public and includes prizes, treats, and more.

November 12-14
Harvest Moon Film Festival
A gathering of film and filmmakers celebrating the art of cinema. Filmmakers from across the nation will be showcased at this third annual event that includes a gala dinner, educational seminars, and independent film screenings.

November 21
Candy Cane Lane 
1:00-3:00pm
A magical event where children enjoy crafts, presents, entertainment, and photos with Santa. This event is FREE and open to the public.

December 13
Cornerstone Celebration
2:00-5:00pm
All students and family members are invited to come out and enjoy this FREE event that is open to the public. Refreshments, arts, crafts, and performances will be offered.
 

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