For Immediate Release

Get outside with Volusia County outings on conservation lands

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 12:50:21 -0500

Before the lazy days of summer end, outdoor enthusiasts are invited to get out and enjoy Volusia County's conservation lands during free outdoor adventures sponsored by Volusia County's Land Acquisition and Management Division Aug. 14, Sept. 5; and Sept 18.

Art Walk on Flagler Avenue on Aug. 22

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 12:48:56 -0500

Beat the heat in August at the Surfs Up Art Walk on historic Flagler Avenue, New Smyrna Beach, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22.

Junior League Daytona Beach to hold Best Foot Forward Event

Sun, 09 Aug 2009 10:53:22 -0500

The Junior League of Daytona Beach will hold its annual Best Foot Forward project which will provide over 140 Title I Elementary School children back-to-school clothing and shoes that would otherwise be unaffordable. The event will take place Sunday September 13th from...

"your word" Teen Creative Writing Residency INsideOUT

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 16:31:29 -0500

This is the culminating public event for Atlantic Center for the Arts' second annual "your word" Teen Creative Writing Residency held July 26 - August 8, 2009 on the grounds of the main campus. ACA's 2009 "your word" residency is an international program offering 21 teens an extraordinary opportunity to explore and expand the power of their individual voices through multi-genre writing workshops with contemporary masters, including Master Writers Terrance Hayes, Ander Monson, Victoria Redel, and the 2009 "your word" Fellow, Arisa White.

Young Masters Exhibition at the Atlantic Center for the Arts

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 16:11:52 -0500

The children's summer art camp culminates by celebrating the imagination and creativity of our campers. The exhibit will feature art and handmade souvenirs from the participants' travels through time.

Drum circle in Flagler Beach

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 15:00:55 -0500

There is a new drum circle group creating vibes in Flagler Beach! This Friday, July 24th at 6:30pm

Auditions for "Squabbles" in New Smyrna Beach

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 14:07:19 -0500

Auditions are open to the public, and stage experience is not necessary.

INsideOUT at the Atlantic Center for the Arts

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 18:32:52 -0500

Meet the Artists-in-Residence from the Atlantic Centerfor the Arts as they share their works-in-progress in an informal "open studio" setting.

First official wine tasting at Peter's Wine Shop, Port Orange

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 18:56:54 -0500

First official wine tasting this Thursday, July 9! Format: $10 tasting charge which is washed if you purchase a bottle of wine. (this will change when the wine club is up and running in August) Time: 4-9 PMTasting Menu this...

First Rib-Eating Contest Celebrates Southern Bar-B-Q at its Best

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 18:27:46 -0500

Honorary Ribbon Cutting and First Rib-Eating Contest Celebrate Southern Bar-B-Q at its Best~ Woody's Bar-B-Q® Spare Ribs - Yum! Leigh Cort Publicity904-806-3613leighcort@bellsouth.net Representing: Woody's Bar-B-Q® Jacksonville, Florida (July 7, 2009) Lifting a perfectly smoked spare rib to your lips and beating out...

July Yappy Hour Date Change

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 18:25:37 -0500

July Yappy Hour Date Change Our next Yappy Hour which was scheduled for July 8th at Roar Motorcycles for Women has been rescheduled for Wednesday, July 15th.For Immediate Release This months Yappy Hour will be at ROAR Motorcycles in...

Three County Programs Recognized for Excellence

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:52:19 -0500

(Provided by Pat Kuehn) The National Association of Counties (NACo) is honoring three Volusia County programs - the Citizens Academy, Trails Program and Liberty Web Assistant - with 2009 Achievement Awards. The awards, which recognize unique and innovative county...

Local Author to Speak at Ormond Beach Library July 14

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:18:05 -0500

(Provided by Pat Kuehn) Local author Marian Strong Tomblin will discuss her books and creative strategies at 5 p.m. Tuesday, July 14, at the Ormond Beach Regional Library. Using her knowledge of local history, she has written three novels,...

Take Out and From Gutter to Gallery Exhibitions

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 08:47:11 -0500

(Provided by Jackie Borsanyi) Extended by Popular Demand: Take Out and From Gutter to Gallery exhibitions at the Brevard Art Museum MELBOURNE, FL - In response to the public's appreciation for the whimsical variety of Take Out and...

Vehicle Registration Renewal Fees to Increase

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 08:43:40 -0500

(Provided by Pat Kuehn) The State of Florida will increase vehicle registration fees Sept. 1, but residents whose birthdays are before Dec. 1 can beat the rate increase by renewing early. Residents whose birthdays are: ● on or before Aug....