Good morning, Muncie.

The YMCA of Muncie announced that Christopher Butler is its new president and CEO, bringing over 30 years of YMCA experience from Greater Indianapolis—Board Chair Beth Trammell said his strong leadership and community focus will guide the organization as it grows.

Effective Sept. 2, The Clubhouse in downtown Muncie transitioned into a private event center that now hosts only pre-booked community events—gift cards remain redeemable for event bookings or at Vera Mae’s Bistro at 209 S.

Walnut St. All current bookings will be honored.

Ball State University’s School of Music will host the fifth National Sursa Organ Competition at its Sursa Performance Hall on Sept.

6 and 7, and the event will be free, open to the public, and livestreamed. Semifinal rounds run on Sept. 6 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:15 to 3:15 p.m. while finals take place on Sept. 7 from 12:45 to 4:15 p.m.—participants in both pre-professional and high school divisions will perform on the gifted organ.

Nick Dittmeier & the Sawdusters Live

7 PM – 1 AM — Elm Street Brewing Company — Check out this progressive roots band from Southern Indiana as they perform live.

Indiana Skyward User Group Conference 2025

8 AM — Horizon Convention Center — $190 registration — Attend the annual gathering for Skyward users and enjoy informative sessions and networking opportunities.

Farm to Table Dinner Experience

6-9 p.m. — The Carriage House of Yorktown — Dinner includes appetizer, entree, dessert, and drink ticket — Savor a three-course meal prepared by local chefs while supporting the Soup Kitchen.

2025 Bridge Dinner

5:30-8 p.m. — Washington Street Bridge — Local food and drinks available — Enjoy a community gathering with music, local vendors, and a unique riverside view.

Ball State Women's Volleyball Game

4-8 p.m. — Cooper Science Complex and Planetarium — No admission fee mentioned — Watch the thrilling match between Ball State and Eastern Kentucky Women's Volleyball teams.

The Addams Family Musical

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Emens Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the comical and macabre lives of the Addams family as secrets and romance brew.

Emerson Social

5-7 p.m. — Emerson Dog Park — Free food and drinks — Celebrate the history of Emerson School with the community at this annual gathering.

Farmers Market at Minnetrista

9 a.m.-Noon — Minnetrista Museum & Gardens — Free entry — Discover fresh local produce and connect with community vendors.

Foster Care Awareness Summit

5-7:30 p.m. — City of Muncie — Free entry — Join speaker Matt Peiffer as he shares insights and personal stories about the foster care system to inspire community involvement.

Buffalo Rose Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Ball State University — Tickets required — Experience emotive modern folk sounds from this charismatic Pittsburgh band.