What's Happening at Village Promenade

Welcome, August!

Aug 07, 2017

Every time summer gets here, we can’t wait to get our bucket list made that will include all our best adventures for the summer, trying out new things, and living life carefree. With less than 30 days left of summer for most of us, now is the perfect time to fit in any last minute items you have wanted to do! Summer ’17 has been all about time spent with family and friends, preparing ourselves for the upcoming school year, and doing things we never thought possible last summer. All in all, it has been one for the books! Time to go out with a bang!

Here are a few last minute bucket list items you can add to your already impressive list-

1.       Enjoy live music at your county or state fair

2.       Cook everything on a grill & invite your friends over for a fun night

3.       Take a nap in a hammock

4.       Watch/catch the fireflies at dusk

5.       Take a family (or friends) photo just because

6.       Do a three-day technology detox (that means no social media!)

7.       Read 3 books off the NYT best seller’s list

8.       Fly a kite

9.       Clean out your closet and declutter around the house

10.   Take a trip to the zoo or aquarium

11.   Attend a baseball game & splurge on the good seats

12.   Dance in the rain instead of running inside to avoid it

13.   Have an all-day Netflix move marathon

14.   Volunteer locally

15.   Float down a river on an inner tube

For more bucket list items, take a look here à https://www.pinterest.com/explore/summer-bucket-lists/?lp=true

Starting The Year Right at Ball State University

Jul 12, 2017

The start of a new school year is an exciting time for every Cardinal , but it also means you’ll have a packed schedule and a to-do list 100 miles long. We’d like to make it a little easier for you to keep up with so, we’ve put together some important dates to get you through syllabus week  at Ball State:

·         Last day to drop all Fall classes at Ball State: August 20th 

·         Move in day at Village Promenade: August 12th

·         Classes Start for Cardinals: August 21st

·         The first day off, we know you need it: Sept 5 Labor day, yup Ball State is off that day. 

 More info here on the academic calendar: http://cms.bsu.edu/calendar/calendars/administrative/registrar​ 

Summer Is Coming!

May 01, 2017

The beauty in the month of May is not just the small changes that let you know Spring is almost over and Summer is right around the corner, but also all the different days worth celebrating and adding to your calendar. There are many different occasions worth mentioning that happen within the 31 days of May, but listed below are a few of our favorites and why:

May Day- celebrated on May 1^st, is a different celebration depending on where you are in the world on that day. No matter where you are though, use this day to take a moment to smell the flowers blooming around you and smile into the atmosphere.

Cinco de Mayo- celebrated on May 5^th, not to be confused with the celebration of Mexican Independence which is celebrated on May 16^th. Cinco de Mayo has molded into a day filled with songs, dances, and family gatherings to celebrate the rich Mexican and Hispanic culture.

National Teachers Day- celebrated on May 9^th, gives you the perfect opportunity to tell a teacher/professor how much of an impact they have made in your life. A teacher is an individual who gives their life to help enrich yours, tell them Thank You today!

Mother’s Day- celebrated on May 14^th this year, lands on the second Sunday of May each year. Use this day to celebrate your mom and all she has done to help you get to where you are today. Mother’s Day is not reserved for just one person, this is a day to celebrate any woman who has made an impact in your life in a motherly way.

Memorial Day- celebrated on May 29^th this year, is a day we dedicate to all of our service men & women who have given their lives to protect our freedom and country. Most will celebrate this holiday by attending a parade or honoring and remembering those who have served, past and present.

Mark your calendars & plan something fun and memorable to do with your neighbors, friends, and family! Summer fun will begin before you know it.