State parks are free on Sunday

This weekend offers opportunities to enjoy the natural beauty of the state.

All Indiana State Parks will offer free admission on Sunday, May 4, to celebrate Welcome Weekend and the opening day of Visit Indiana Week.

Campgrounds at state parks are now open. Sunday is also a free fishing day.

“We’re excited to welcome back longtime visitors, and we also warmly invite anyone who’s never visited,” said Ginger Murphy, deputy director of Indiana State Parks, in a press release. “Our parks offer beautiful scenic views, camping and healthy outdoor activities, nature centers for learning about Indiana’s history and natural resources, and delicious dining and restful lodging at our inns.”

For a full list of activities planned for the weekend, visit calendar.dnr.IN.gov. Find a list of state parks at on.IN.gov/stateparks.

Cafe is May 20

Indiana Youth Institute will host a virtual Youth Worker Cafe on youth voice and civic engagement at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 20.

The event is designed for those who work with youth and will provide education on equipping young people with leadership skills and engaging them in the decision-making process. It will also explore ways to build partnerships with families, friends and schools.

For more information, or to register, visit iyi.org.

Series announced

The Muncie Three Trails Music Series will host seven concerts this summer.

The series will open with a performance by Steep Canyon Rangers on Saturday, May 31, at Canan Commons. 

Dates for other shows are as follows:

•Friday, June 13 — Harlem Gospel Travelers at Canan Commons

•Saturday, Aug. 16 — Blue Moon Marquee at Canan Commons

For details, visit munciethreetrails.com.