Saturday, October 5, 2024
9 a.m.
Join us for Bingo during Family Weekend for prizes and family fun!
11 a.m.
Join organist Edie Johnson for a masterclass in Sursa Hall! Event is free and open to the public.
12 p.m.
Grab the family and get ready to cheer on the Cardinals at CharlieTown! Don't miss the food, fun, and entertainment before Ball State football takes on the Broncos during Community + Family Weekend! CharlieTown begins 2 hours prior to kickoff.
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[L] Ball State University Football vs Western Michigan - Community and Family Weekend L 42-45 Streaming Audio: https://thevarsitynetwork.com/audioapplink/source/oas-1239/content/bsu:allaccess-Live-1987 Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/ball-state-university-cardinals-football-vs-muncie-indiana-10-05-2024/event/050060E88BF3249A?refArtist=K8vZ9171zTf&f_simplified_filter=true&f_enable_merch_slot=true Location: Scheumann Stadium
3:30 p.m.
Coyote has many misconceptions about our home planet and its most familiar neighbors. His confusion about the universe makes viewers think about how Earth, Moon and Sun work together as a system and learn to distinguish between myths and science. Learn the basics of fusion and solar energy and why the Sun rises and sets. Best suited for families and groups with kids ages 8+, all ages are welcome.
4 p.m.
[L] Ball State University Women's Volleyball at Central Michigan L 2-3 TV: ESPN+ Streaming Video: https://www.espn.com/watch/player/_/id/7823a75c-fcf2-4f57-bf53-f9ee39004cf4 Location: Mount Pleasant, MI
5 p.m.
Saturn’s rings are one of the most beautiful sights in the solar system. They can be seen clearly even with a small backyard telescope. Astronomers have known about these rings for over 400 years, yet they still present many questions. In 2004 the Cassini orbiter and the Huygens probe reached Saturn. During this show we will explore the mysterious features seen by these spacecraft. Suitable for all ages 10+, all ages are welcome.
6:30 p.m.
What do you associate with Halloween? Trick-or-Treating, costumes… astronomy? After all, Halloween is an astronomical holiday! During this program you will learn the history of Halloween and how it fits into the seasons as a “cross-quarter day.” We will also explore the night sky and learn what planets, constellations, and stars will be out on your Halloween evening. Suitable for all ages 8+, all ages are welcome.