E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Wednesday, June 3, 1-3 p.m.
Cost: $45, includes supplies
Limited to 10 students
Reservations required
Please reserve online at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

In this two-hour workshop, explore the beauty of painting flora while learning the essential do's and don'ts of working with both acrylics and oils. Participants will be guided through key techniques, material handling, and best practices to confidently use each medium. Choose from a variety of flora inspirations and create your own unique painting to take home. Perfect for beginners and those looking to expand their skills in a relaxed, creative environment.

Instructor: Ann Johnson is a dedicated painting instructor at the Center, where she shares her passion for art with students of all skill levels. With a strong background in fine arts and years of teaching experience, Ann specializes in helping individuals develop their creative voice while building solid technical foundations.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Friday, June 5, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Cost: $30 (Includes project)
Limited to 15 students
Registration required
Please register online at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

Looking for a creative, hands-on hobby with a modern twist? Try needlepointing! This isn’t your grandmother’s needlepoint. Today’s version is vibrant, customizable, and full of personality.

In each class, you'll design a one-of-a-kind piece by choosing your own thread colors and selecting from a variety of stitches using a helpful stitch guide. Every session features a new project, so there's always something fresh and inspiring to create.

Whether you're just starting out or have years of stitching under your belt, this class welcomes all skill levels—beginner, intermediate, or advanced.

Instructor: Linda Burkhardt, owner or Elegant Needleworks, Inc.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Three Tuesdays, June 2, 9, 16: 2:30-4 p.m.
Cost $55
Limited to 12 students
Reservations required
Please register online at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

This class is for anyone looking to preserve their memories, whether for personal reflection, to share with loved ones, or to publish. It's ideal whether you've already begun a memoir or are just starting to explore writing about your life.

You'll create a series of vignettes, short scenes or snapshots from your life, written in whatever style speaks to you: prose, poetry, dialogue, or even playwriting. No matter the form, the focus is on translating your thoughts into words, and this class will help you build that essential skill. Over three sessions, you'll respond to writing prompts designed to help you "capture your life" on the page. You'll also have the chance to share your writing, ask questions, and exchange feedback and discoveries with the group.

This class is best suited for beginning and intermediate writers. Each class is designed to be repeatable, offering new prompts and insights each time you take it.

Instructor: Lylanne Musselman is an award-winning poet, playwright, and visual artist whose work spans poetry, drama, and creative nonfiction. Drawing on personal experience, memory, and emotional resilience, she explores themes of caregiving, relationships, and Midwestern life. She is the author of several poetry collections and chapbooks, including "It's Not Love, Unfortunately, Paparazzi for the Birds, Staring Dementia in the Face, and Open Up to Poetry: A Memoir and Manual", with a new collection forthcoming in 2026. Her work has appeared in respected literary journals and anthologies and has earned multiple Pushcart Prize nominations. She serves on the executive board of the Midwest Writers Workshop, teaches at Indiana institutions, and leads workshops and readings across the state.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Three Tuesdays, June 2, 9, 16: 2:30-4 p.m.
Cost $55
Limited to 12 students
Reservations required
Please register online at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

This class is for anyone looking to preserve their memories, whether for personal reflection, to share with loved ones, or to publish. It's ideal whether you've already begun a memoir or are just starting to explore writing about your life.

You'll create a series of vignettes, short scenes or snapshots from your life, written in whatever style speaks to you: prose, poetry, dialogue, or even playwriting. No matter the form, the focus is on translating your thoughts into words, and this class will help you build that essential skill. Over three sessions, you'll respond to writing prompts designed to help you "capture your life" on the page. You'll also have the chance to share your writing, ask questions, and exchange feedback and discoveries with the group.

This class is best suited for beginning and intermediate writers. Each class is designed to be repeatable, offering new prompts and insights each time you take it.

Instructor: Lylanne Musselman is an award-winning poet, playwright, and visual artist whose work spans poetry, drama, and creative nonfiction. Drawing on personal experience, memory, and emotional resilience, she explores themes of caregiving, relationships, and Midwestern life. She is the author of several poetry collections and chapbooks, including "It's Not Love, Unfortunately, Paparazzi for the Birds, Staring Dementia in the Face, and Open Up to Poetry: A Memoir and Manual", with a new collection forthcoming in 2026. Her work has appeared in respected literary journals and anthologies and has earned multiple Pushcart Prize nominations. She serves on the executive board of the Midwest Writers Workshop, teaches at Indiana institutions, and leads workshops and readings across the state.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Wednesday, June 17, 6-7:30 p.m.
No Charge - Reservations Required
Please register online at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

Enjoy an inspiring evening featuring the work of Lylanne Musselman, writing instructor at the center, and a selection of readings by a few of her students. Following the program, we’ll host a reception with a delicious array of hors d’oeuvres.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Wednesday, July 8, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cost: $70, 4-hour workshop includes lunch and supplies
Limited to 10 students
Reservations required
Please reserve online at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

Ready to pick your poison? In this four-hour workshop, students will choose their preferred medium--acrylic, oil, or watercolor--to bring a personal portrait to life. Using an 8x10 photo of a loved one, friend, or even a favorite pet, participants will learn foundational techniques for capturing likeness, expression, and detail.

Enjoy a relaxed, creative atmosphere, with a complimentary lunch included at no additional cost. Open to all skill levels.

Instructor: Ann Johnson is a dedicated painting instructor at the E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center, where she shares her passion for art with students of all skill levels. With a strong background in fine arts and years of teaching experience, Ann specializes in helping individuals develop their creative voice while building solid technical foundations.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Tuesday, July 14, 6-7:30 p.m.
No Charge -- Reservations Required -- Limited Seating
Please reserve online at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

Join us for an engaging evening featuring authors Keith Roysdon and Jill Blocker. The duo will be debuting their new novels: "Seven Angels" by Roysdon and "Happily After Ever", Blocker's new young adult novel.

Blocker, a native Hoosier, graduated from Ball State University and worked at The Star Press as an intern. Now a resident of Switzerland, her first novel, "What Was Beautiful and Good", explores love and freedom in the early days of the Dada art movement during World War I.

Her newest book, "Happily After Ever", follows a young American who finds love, heartache, and renewed hope while navigating life as a global citizen. As love evolves and challenges surface, the idea of oneself begins to change, forcing the most uncomfortable question of all: Is love meant to last forever...or just long enough? Tender, sharp, and emotionally honest, the book explores the messy, beautiful reality of love beyond the fairy-tale ending.

Blocker and her twin sister, Jade, are principals of Constellate Creatives, a multifaceted international company that publishes books (through its imprint, Constellate Publishing), provides editorial and market services for a variety of books, authors, and clients, and operates a studio for recording audiobooks and podcasts. Constellate's announcement of its 2026 slate of books was widely publicized earlier this year.

Roysdon, a resident of Tennessee, was a reporter and editor for 40 years at The Star Press (and its predecessors) in his native Muncie. He won or co-won more than 30 first-place awards in Indiana and national journalism competitions. He's the co-author, with Douglas Walker, of four award-winning true crime books about the Muncie area, including "Wicked Muncie, Muncie Murder & Mayhem, The Westside Park Murders" and "Cold Case Muncie". His short fiction, news, and pop culture writing have been widely published.

Roysdon's first novel. "That October", was published in 2025. Set in a fictionalized version of Muncie, the novel follows six high school friends who band together to solve the mystery of a friend's murder and another's disappearance.

His newest book, "Seven Angels", features a young woman who returns to her small Tennessee town to help run the family funeral home. After she's named county coroner, she must not only solve a murder but also battle white supremacists, a pill-pushing doctor, a corrupt sheriff, and a ruthless Russian trafficker hunting a young girl from Ukraine. She assembles a small band of allies--many of them women: an overlooked sheriff's deputy, a fearless state investigator, and an old mountain woman with a mysterious past--to avenge a murder and rescue the Ukrainian girl.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Three Tuesdays, August 4, 11, 18: 2:30-4 p.m.
Cost $55
Limited to 12 students
Reservations required
Please register online at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

This class is for anyone looking to preserve their memories, whether for personal reflection, to share with loved ones, or to publish. It's ideal whether you've already begun a memoir or are just starting to explore writing about your life.

You'll create a series of vignettes, short scenes or snapshots from your life, written in whatever style speaks to you: prose, poetry, dialogue, or even playwriting. No matter the form, the focus is on translating your thoughts into words, and this class will help you build that essential skill.

Over three sessions, you'll respond to writing prompts designed to help you "capture your life" on the page. You'll also have the chance to share your writing, ask questions, and exchange feedback and discoveries with the group.

This class is best suited for beginning and intermediate writers. Each class is designed to be repeatable, offering new prompts and insights each time you take it.

Instructor: Lylanne Musselman is an award-winning poet, playwright, and visual artist whose work spans poetry, drama, and creative nonfiction. Drawing on personal experience, memory, and emotional resilience, she explores themes of caregiving, relationships, and Midwestern life. She is the author of several poetry collections and chapbooks, including "It's Not Love, Unfortunately, Paparazzi for the Birds, Staring Dementia in the Face, and Open Up to Poetry: A Memoir and Manual", with a new collection forthcoming in 2026.

Her work has appeared in respected literary journals and anthologies and has earned multiple Pushcart Prize nominations. She serves on the executive board of the Midwest Writers Workshop, teaches at Indiana institutions, and leads workshops and readings across the state.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Three Tuesdays, August 4, 11, 18: 2:30-4 p.m.
Cost $55
Limited to 12 students
Reservations required
Please register online at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

This class is for anyone looking to preserve their memories, whether for personal reflection, to share with loved ones, or to publish. It's ideal whether you've already begun a memoir or are just starting to explore writing about your life.

You'll create a series of vignettes, short scenes or snapshots from your life, written in whatever style speaks to you: prose, poetry, dialogue, or even playwriting. No matter the form, the focus is on translating your thoughts into words, and this class will help you build that essential skill.

Over three sessions, you'll respond to writing prompts designed to help you "capture your life" on the page. You'll also have the chance to share your writing, ask questions, and exchange feedback and discoveries with the group.

This class is best suited for beginning and intermediate writers. Each class is designed to be repeatable, offering new prompts and insights each time you take it.

Instructor: Lylanne Musselman is an award-winning poet, playwright, and visual artist whose work spans poetry, drama, and creative nonfiction. Drawing on personal experience, memory, and emotional resilience, she explores themes of caregiving, relationships, and Midwestern life. She is the author of several poetry collections and chapbooks, including "It's Not Love, Unfortunately, Paparazzi for the Birds, Staring Dementia in the Face, and Open Up to Poetry: A Memoir and Manual", with a new collection forthcoming in 2026.

Her work has appeared in respected literary journals and anthologies and has earned multiple Pushcart Prize nominations. She serves on the executive board of the Midwest Writers Workshop, teaches at Indiana institutions, and leads workshops and readings across the state.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Friday, August 14, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Cost: $35 (Includes project)
Limited to 15 students
Registration required
Please register online at:
https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

Looking for a creative, hands-on hobby with a modern twist? Try needlepointing! This isn’t your grandmother’s needlepoint. Today’s version is vibrant, customizable, and full of personality.

In each class, you'll design a one-of-a-kind piece by choosing your own thread colors and selecting from a variety of stitches using a helpful stitch guide. Every session features a new project, so there's always something fresh and inspiring to create.

Whether you're just starting out or have years of stitching under your belt, this class welcomes all skill levels—beginner, intermediate, or advanced.

Instructor: Linda Burkhardt has been teaching beginning needlepoint at the E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center since 2017, sharing both her artistic talent and her generous spirit with the community. She is the owner of Elegant Needleworks, a business founded in 1994 with her sister to inspire creativity and expand appreciation for needlepoint in Muncie. Linda's work has helped transform the Center during the holidays, showcasing beautiful hand-stitched decorations created by local artisans.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Three Tuesdays, August 4, 11, 18: 2:30-4 p.m.
Cost $55
Limited to 12 students
Reservations required
Please register online at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

This class is for anyone looking to preserve their memories, whether for personal reflection, to share with loved ones, or to publish. It's ideal whether you've already begun a memoir or are just starting to explore writing about your life.

You'll create a series of vignettes, short scenes or snapshots from your life, written in whatever style speaks to you: prose, poetry, dialogue, or even playwriting. No matter the form, the focus is on translating your thoughts into words, and this class will help you build that essential skill.

Over three sessions, you'll respond to writing prompts designed to help you "capture your life" on the page. You'll also have the chance to share your writing, ask questions, and exchange feedback and discoveries with the group.

This class is best suited for beginning and intermediate writers. Each class is designed to be repeatable, offering new prompts and insights each time you take it.

Instructor: Lylanne Musselman is an award-winning poet, playwright, and visual artist whose work spans poetry, drama, and creative nonfiction. Drawing on personal experience, memory, and emotional resilience, she explores themes of caregiving, relationships, and Midwestern life. She is the author of several poetry collections and chapbooks, including "It's Not Love, Unfortunately, Paparazzi for the Birds, Staring Dementia in the Face, and Open Up to Poetry: A Memoir and Manual", with a new collection forthcoming in 2026.

Her work has appeared in respected literary journals and anthologies and has earned multiple Pushcart Prize nominations. She serves on the executive board of the Midwest Writers Workshop, teaches at Indiana institutions, and leads workshops and readings across the state.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Wednesday, August 19, 1-3 p.m.
Cost: $45, includes supplies
Limited to 10 students
Reservations required
Please reserve online at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

Capture the magic of a perfect sunset in this watercolor class focused on essential techniques such as blending, layering washes, and creating glowing skies with vibrant color transitions. Guided step by step, you'll explore how to build depth, incorporate silhouetted elements, and bring atmosphere to your scene. Open to all skill levels.

Instructor: Ann Johnson is a dedicated painting instructor at the Center, where she shares her passion for art with students of all skill levels. With a strong background in fine arts and years of teaching experience, Ann specializes in helping individuals develop their creative voice while building solid technical foundations.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Thursday, September 17, 1-3 p.m.
Cost: $45, includes supplies
Limited to 10 students
Reservations required
Please reserve online at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

One of our most popular classes, this fun and creative workshop allows you to combine watercolor painting with collage techniques. You'll explore layering, texture, and composition as you build a unique mixed-media piece. Open to all skill levels.

Instructor: Ann Johnson is a dedicated painting instructor at the Center, where she shares her passion for art with students of all skill levels. With a strong background in fine arts and years of teaching experience, Ann specializes in helping individuals develop their creative voice while building solid technical foundations.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Friday, September 18, 2-4 p.m.
Cost: $25, includes supplies for making five cards/envelopes
Limited to 12 students
Reservations required
Please reserve online at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

Join us for a 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.

Instructor: Krista Flynn works in Ball State University's Office of Community Engagement and has taught card-making classes at the Center for several years. She brings her creative vision to the classroom, sharing her knowledge and expertise so participants can learn from her while adding their own personal touch to each card. Krista has also led the Center's holiday decorating efforts, transforming the mansion each season into a festive and inviting space for the community to enjoy.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Thursday, October 22, 1-3 p.m.
Cost: $45, includes supplies
Limited to 10 students
Reservations required
Please reserve online at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

Discover a new way to paint in this watercolor workshop using Yupo--a revolutionary synthetic surface that enhances color and fluidity. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced painter, you'll learn to capture vibrant color, movement, and fluidity while mastering how to control and revise your work with ease.

Instructor: Ann Johnson is a dedicated painting instructor at the Center, where she shares her passion for art with students of all skill levels. With a strong background in fine arts and years of teaching experience, Ann specializes in helping individuals develop their creative voice while building solid technical foundations.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Friday, October 23, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Cost: $35, includes project
Limited to 15 students
Reservations required
Please reserve online at:
https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

Looking for a creative, hands-on hobby with a modern twist? Try needlepointing! This isn't your grandmother's needlepoint. Today's version is vibrant, customizable, and full of personality. In each class, you'll design a one-of-a-kind piece by choosing your own thread colors and selecting from a variety of stitches using a helpful stitch guide. Every session features a new project, so there's always something fresh and inspiring to create. Whether you're just starting out or have years of stitching under your belt, this class welcomes all skill levels---beginner, intermediate, or advanced.

Instructor: Linda Burkhardt has been teaching beginning needlepoint at the E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center since 2017, sharing both her artistic talent and her generous spirit with the community. She is the owner of Elegant Needleworks, a business founded in 1994 with her sister to inspire creativity and expand appreciation for needlepoint in Muncie. Linda's work has helped transform the Center during the holidays, showcasing beautiful hand-stitched decorations created by local artisans.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Friday, November 6, 2-4 p.m.
Cost: $25, includes supplies for making five cards/envelopes
Limited to 12 students
Reservations required
Please reserve online at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

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.

Instructor: Krista Flynn works in Ball State University's Office of Community Engagement and has taught card-making classes at the Center for several years. She brings her creative vision to the classroom, sharing her knowledge and expertise so participants can learn from her while adding their own personal touch to each card. Krista has also led the Center's holiday decorating efforts, transforming the mansion each season into a festive and inviting space for the community to enjoy.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Wednesday, November 18, 1-3 p.m.
Cost: $45, includes supplies
Limited to 10 students
Reservations required
Please reserve online at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

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 4-5.

Instructor: Ann Johnson is a dedicated painting instructor at the E.B. & Bertha C. Ball Center, where she shares her passion for art with students of all skill levels. With a strong background in fine arts and years of teaching experience, Ann specializes in helping individuals develop their creative voice while building solid technical foundations.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Friday, December 4 and Saturday, December 5, 5-9 p.m.
No charge
Reservations NOT Required

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.

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Friday, December 4 and Saturday, December 5, 5-9 p.m.
No charge
Reservations NOT Required

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.