Ball State is going big at the State Fair (for wheel)
INDIANAPOLIS — Ball State University won't just be at the Indiana State Fair this year; its name will be attached to perhaps the most visible element of the whole fair.
Throughout the run of the 2022 State Fair, July 29-Aug. 21, the university will be the exclusive sponsor of the Ball State Cardinal Super Wheel, according to a release. One of the main attractions of the fair, the wheel features 36 air-conditioned gondolas on the largest Ferris wheel in the state.
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On Friday, Saturday, and Sunday each week of the fair, Ball State will have a table and tent located near the base of the Ball State Cardinal Super Wheel. University personnel will hand out Ball State goodies, greet current and future students, and celebrate Cardinal pride with alumni. Ball State also will provide a free 360-degree photo booth for all fairgoers. All are welcome to stop by and receive a fun, complimentary video to share on social media to commemorate their time at the fair.
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Current and future students, employees, and alumni from around the state are invited to wear Ball State gear to the fair to show their pride, according to the release.
Vendors invited to sign up for Muncie Queer Business Expo
MUNCIE — Vendors are invited to sign up for the Muncie Queer Business Expo, scheduled for noon-5 p.m. Aug. 28 on the first floor of the Open Door Administration Building, 220 S. Walnut St.
The event will showcase LGBTQ-owned/supporting businesses and services, including local makers/artists, community service programs, health services and local organizations, according to an announcement.
The vendor fee is $15. Participating vendors will get a 10-by-10-foot space, and are responsible for providing their own chairs, tables, materials, etc. Vendor setup will begin at 11 a.m.
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