8 upcoming events with the educational demonstrations tag

Create your own personalized dog accessories! Learn about technology equipment in our Design Lab while customizing a pet waste bag holder and personalized pet tag. Discover techniques to help entertain and train your dog, and stuff a KONG toy with food, with Roo’s Holistic Pet Supplies.

Mon Oct 24 and Weds Oct 26 – Learn to create engaging content like selfies or reels with special backgrounds with The Selfie Scene, located in Madjax. Then create your personal brand and put it on your own merch using equipment in the Design Lab! 

Cost: $16; member discounts apply

The Orchard Shop at Minnetrista creates a unique shopping experience for all who visit! Join Retail Manager Susan Brumley as she shares her strategy for curating a museum experience through offering local and handmade goods in The Orchard Shop. Join us to learn more about The Shop's history and its community impact goals.

Presenting sponsor: LifeStream Services

The Charles W. Brown Planetarium presents the 3rd Annual Astronomy SLAM! Just 10 minutes a person – that is all the time Ball State students will get to share a piece of our universe with you in the Brown Planetarium. During this event, students will use planetarium visuals to help them present in the most creative way they can while competing for the title of Astronomy Slam Champion! This year's presenters are: Caleb Whitcomb, Madeline Shepley, Kyree Standifer, and Kenya Cole.

Tickets are $4 per person, and registration is required. Purchase tickets online only at https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS114

Cost: $55; member discounts apply

Registration deadline: November 10

Celebrate the holiday season by creating your own glass ornament! Take advantage of the rich history of glasswork in Muncie. Students from the Glick Center for Glass at Ball State University will guide participants in constructing unique and beautiful glass ornaments. Register early to reserve your personal 45-minute session.

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

Just in time for the holidays! Hand build and decorate holiday ornaments for your home or to give as a gift. No previous experience is necessary to register. Face mask is required. Drop in or secure a space by emailing info@clay-wood.com, or call (616) 540-7419.

Cost: $16; member discounts apply

Minnetrista not only has a beautiful past with glass but is also an active participant in the future of glass. Through partnerships with experts like the Marilyn K. Glick Center for Glass at Ball State University, exhibits like Imagine in Glass, and the hosting of Glass Workshops, Minnetrista helps carry on the legacy of glass in our community! Join us to learn about the history and importance of glass at Minnetrista.

Presenting sponsor: LifeStream Services