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Idyl Wyld Presents Valentine's Party Feb. 14
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Students From Around Region Offer Special Concert in Marion on Feb. 14
Students from around region offer special concert in Marion on Feb. 14More than 80 Marion students will participate in Circle the State With Song at the Walton Performing Arts Center, along with hundreds of other young singers. On Feb. 14, hundreds of students from our region will gather here in Marion as part of the Indiana Music Education Association’s 37th annual Circle the State with Song festival. More than 300 talented young singers from elementaries, middle schools, and junior high schools in
Brunch & Learn Senior Expo at Cedar Creek March 7
You're Invited! Red Carpet Premiere of PBS's ''Now Entering Marion''
You're Invited! Red Carpet Premiere of PBS's "Now Entering Marion"Shareemailfacebooklinkedintwitterreddit Feb 2, 2026 | Web Administrator YOU’RE INVITED, MARION! Reserve your free spot to view the première of “Now Entering Marion,” produced by Ball State University, at the Red Carpet event at Marion Public Library!! The event is in the evening of February 26th, 2026. RSVP through EVENTBRITE.
Fairmount Offers Hometown Hero Banners, Order Through March 31
A meaningful way to honor a hometown heroMain Street Fairmount is proud to renew our Hometown Heroes Banner Program, recognizing current and former Fairmount residents who have served or are currently serving in the United States military.Each banner:• Measures 3 ft x 5 ft• Printed in full color on durable 18oz vinyl• Displayed on Main & Washington Street for TWO years (Memorial Day–Veterans Day each year)Cost: $200 per banner sideNew this year: Every sponsor receives a FREE 9”x12” foam board print of their
''Valentines at the Mansion'' at the Hostess House
Valentine's Dinner at the Mansion Enjoy a romantic evening with an Italian buffet and cash bar at Don's Tap. Sip cocktails starting at 5:30, then sit down for dinner at 6:00. Indulge in Chicken Piccata, a fresh salad bar, a pasta bar, and a tempting array of Italian desserts. Prepaid reservations are required and can be purchased online or by calling the Mansion.Marion Lunch | Hostess House | United States
Art Alive with Alecia Ribbon-Cutting
Calling All Giants Fans: Limited-edition card set commemorates Giants basketball history
Calling all Giants fans: Limited-edition card set commemorates Giants basketball historyGet your set free at the Marion vs. Lebanon game on 2/20/26! Marion Community Schools is partnering with some of our outstanding alumni to provide a special opportunity to fans of Giants basketball. On Feb. 20, 2026, at the Marion Giants vs. Lebanon game at the Bill Green Athletic Arena at MHS, there will be a very special giveaway to the first 2,500 Marion Giants fans who arrive, sponsored by Dr. Courtney Gorman, MHS
Students Gain Hands-On Work Experience with Disney Internships
PRESS RELEASE Jacob Sala, left; Lexi Eisaman, and Reese Bruns are interns at Walt Disney World Resort. Students gain hands-on work experience with Disney internships KOKOMO, Ind. — A cast of thousands works behind the scenes every day to make the Walt Disney World Resort “the most magical place on earth.” Two Indiana University Kokomo students and one recent alumna are part of the team creating the magic for guests every day, through internship programs based in the Florida parks. Reese Bruns and
4 MJH Students Earn Top Awards at Regional Art Competition;
4 MJH students earn top awards at regional art competition; 10 other MCS students also honoredGold Key winner will continue on to national Scholastic Art Awards competition. Four McCulloch Junior High School students earned the highest regional honor for their artwork submitted to the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards and will continue on to national-level competition. Three other McCulloch students and seven Marion High School students were also recognized for their outstanding work.Tallulah Gibson, MJH
Minnetrista Announces Transition to Dual Leadership Model
Minnetrista Announces Transition to Dual Leadership Model Written By Brea Cunningham January 28, 2026 Media Contact: Brea Cunningham, Director of Marketing & CommunicationsE-mail: bcunningham@minnetrista.netTel: 765.287.3525 Muncie, IN—Minnetrista Museum & Gardens, has announced the adoption of a dual leadership model, effective January 2026, designed to enhance strategic capacity and support the organization’s continued growth and community impact. Under this structure, Brian Statz will continue serving
Minnetrista Announces ''Emmett Till & Mamie Till-Mobley: Let the World See'' January 24 through April 12, 2026
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens is honored to announce the opening of Emmett Till & Mamie Till-Mobley: Let the World See, on view January 24 through April 12, 2026, in the Center Building, Gallery 3.This powerful exhibition examines the life and legacy of Emmett Till and his mother, Mamie Till-Mobley, whose courage helped galvanize the modern civil rights movement. Through compelling images and firsthand narratives, the exhibition invites visitors to reflect on the past, confront difficult truths, and consider
Sweet Tasting February 11th at Senior Center
SWEET TASTING DESSERTS & CANDY FEBRUARY 11, 2026 1-3 PM $5 @ THE SENIOR CENTER
Learn to Skate at Idyl Wyld
CSA Civic Theatre Announces “Love at First Act,”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CSA Civic Theatre Announces “Love at First Act,” It's First-Ever Interactive Season Reveal Fundraiser Marion, Indiana — CSA Civic Theatre invites the community to fall in love with theatre at Love at First Act, a one-of-a-kind Valentine’s event that combines matchmaking fun with the exciting reveal of the upcoming CSA Civic Theatre season. This marks the first event of its kind at CSA Civic Theatre and serves as a special fundraising event supporting future productions and
200 Tickets Released at 50% off to see Shining Star on January 31at The GCPAC
200 tickets released at 50% off to see Shining Star on January 31, 2026.Promotion code is: MarionWhile they last at THEgascitypac.com Earth, Wind and Fire have never sounded so good!
An Evening with Rainn Wilson, April 12, at GCPAC
Tickets for "An Evening with Rainn Wilson" will be available starting tomorrow morning at 5 a.m.! Certain tickets come with a VIP Photo Experience, so make sure to order early to guarantee your meet-and-greet and photo opportunity. TICKETS Rainn Wilson played Dwight Schrute on NBC's American version of The Office from 2005 to 2013, earning three consecutive Emmy nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for his performance. In addition to his well-known acting career, Rainn
Celtic Magic St. Patrick's Day, March 17th at The GCPAC
Prepare for the best St. Patrick's Day Party EVER! The Magic of Daniel Greenwolf is a show that takes Highly Visual Magic, Theatrical Storytelling, Exhilarating Irish Music, Interactive Comedy, & Thrilling Danger and wraps it in a Celtic Theme that has been described as “A Witty, Modern-Day Celtic Viking. Like James Joyce with a Broad Sword.” Tuesday, March 17, 2026 TICKETS GO ON SALE THIS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2025! This ALL-AGES show will start at 6:00PM with all the glory of St. Patrick's Day
