Play that funky music!

Downtown Wind Down: March 4

Join MYPG as we receive a sneak peak of the People’s Choice Concert during the monthly Downtown Wind Down! Muncie Symphony Orchestra will be on-hand during the monthly social event to play a few pieces from the show, offer a chance to chat up the musicians, and even let you play an instrument or two!

Check out images from the last time MSO came out to play with MYPG!

The Downtown Wind Down, a casual social mixer, is held the first Thursday of each month at the Fickle Peach, 117 E. Charles St. The Wind Down begins at 5 p.m. and allows people to mingle with other young professionals in a relaxed, friendly environment.

Muncie Gras 2010 Postponed to March 20

Muncie Gras 2010 has been postponed to Saturday, March 20, due to weather conditions.

All presale tickets will be honored for the new date; however pre-sold tickets are non-refundable.

The annual Muncie Mardi Gras celebration will now take place Saturday, March 20, from 7pm-2am in the Streets of Downtown Muncie.

Stay tuned to munciedowntown.com/munciegras or facebook.com/munciegras for further details and up-to-date information!

Avenue Q at Emens Auditorium on April 20th

MYPG got you the hook-up…. again!

Avenue Q is the smash-hit Broadway musical about real life in New York City, as told by a cast of people and puppets through a hilariously irreverent, Tony-winning book and score. The show contains adult language and content and is not intended for children.

What: Avenue Q
Where: Emens Auditorium
When: April 20, 2010

6:45 p.m. – MYPG gathering in lower level William’s Lounge with Cash Bar

7:30 p.m. – Show Begins

Cost: MYPG Member Price: $25 (tickets regularly $38)
Members may reserve a ticket for a non-member guest at the discounted rate.
Seating is limited! We have a block of 40 seats.

RSVP: SMKnecht@gmail.com

February Leadership Lunch


LAST CALL FOR RSVP’S FOR FRIDAY’S LEADERSHIP LUNCH!

RSVP: Due by 12 p.m. Wednesday, February 10 to Traci Lutton at tlutton@muncie.com

Who:  Jay Julian, President/CEO and Chief Economic Development Officer, Muncie-Delaware County Chamber of Commerce

Where: Minnetrista, 1200 Minnetrista Parkway, Muncie, IN

When:  Friday, Feb. 12, 2010 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Cost for lunch is $10

Jay Julian joined the Muncie-Delaware County Chamber of Commerce July 1, 2009. We figured it was time to invite Jay to give us an update on current economic development efforts to attract quality, well-paying jobs for skilled workers. He will also address why Muncie-Delaware County CAN and IS contending on the state and national level for economic development projects, and what you can do to help. By the way, Jay is a big fan of MYPG and serves as an unofficial ambassador for our group!

Downtown WindDown: February 4th

It’s February, so wouldn’t you just LOVE to enjoy drinks and free appetizers by the pool!  Well you can!  Join MYPG members at the Fickle Peach, 117 E. Charles St. (Downtown Muncie) this Thursday and enjoy FREE pool games and drink specials compliments of the Fickle Peach and FREE appetizers from MYPG! Put on your game face, mingle with other YPs, and enjoy a great time with friends new and old. Watch out for sharks!

P.S.: Don’t forget after the WindDown, be sure to visit the fine galleries in Downtown Muncie for simultaneous opening ceremonies for this month’s art exhibits. The artists will be available to meet patrons, and most galleries offer food and entertainment

New to MYPG? Respond to this email and give us a heads up that you’re attending so we can greet you when you arrive! Email Sharm at smknecht@gmail.com.

What’s the Haps?

Get an exclusive tour of the newest downtown Muncie happenings! Join MYPG as we tour the newly renovated Patterson Building. We will start with a short tour of the Ivy Tech Culinary Arts School and then head downstairs to Vecinos Coffee Gallery where we can nibble on tasty treats and drinks at a discounted price.

*Member Benefit!* Show your MYPG business card at Vecinos and receive 10% off your order ANYTIME!

When: Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2010
, Ivy Tech tour begins @ 5:45 p.m.
Vecinos from 6 – 7 p.m.

Where: Patterson Building/Vecinos
102 S. Walnut St.

RSVP: Monday, Jan. 25 5 p.m. to cellefson@yahoo.com

SWAG ALERT: Show up and receive a MYPG business card holder stocked with MYPG business cards!

BIG BRAINS = FREE BEER!

Come to this Thursday’s WindDown for two rounds of trivia on the big screen with Ty, our quizmaster and friendly beerslinger and maybe win a round for you and your friends.

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What: Smarty Pants Trivia at the Downtown WindDown

When: Thursday, January 14, 2010 @ 5 p.m., Trivia starts at 6 p.m.

Where: The Fickle Peach, 117 E. Charles St.

Cost: Free

Being smart has never been cooler.

Scenes from the 2009 Holiday Party

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