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Editor’s Letter: Cabanas, Community, and the Countdown to School

Well, we made it! The summer break is winding down, and the countdown to back-to-school is officially on. Our family wrapped up our summer travels, and we’re planning to stick close to home until the school bell rings. One of our last big summer moments was celebrating my son Porter’s 10th birthday at Daytona Lagoon. He and a group of his little besties had the Read More » Continue reading Editor’s Letter: Cabanas, Community, and the Countdown to School

Wind & Water: Robinson Day’s Showcase at 2gallaghers Art Studio

On May 23, 2024, 2gallaghers Art Studio gallery, located in the Coquina Plaza at 100 N Cooper Ave, New Smyrna Beach (NSB), Florida, hosted its first art exhibit event, titled Wind & Water. The event featured long-time local, surfer and artist, Etsy.com/shop/RobinsonDay. Day, a seasoned carpenter known for his craftsmanship, has gained recognition in the community as a self-taught professional artist. Over 25 original pieces Read More » Continue reading Wind & Water: Robinson Day’s Showcase at 2gallaghers Art Studio

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INSIDE LOOK: The Florida Local

Q&A with Co-Owners Alonda McCarty & Chelsea Preston Interview by Tiffany Evers // Photos by Kelsey Walters Q: When did you open your doors? A: June 2019 Q: What exactly is The Florida Local? A: The Florida Local is a happy little sip and shop artisan market and specialty coffee bar focused on selling Florida-made products and brands. We represent over 50 different artisans from Read More » Continue reading INSIDE LOOK: The Florida Local

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Culture to Color Adult Coloring Book Features NSB

Photographer and author, Bibi LeBlanc, has just released the second book in a series of adult coloring books featuring cities around the globe. LeBlanc is inspired by beautiful, historic sites found throughout her travel adventures as well as those close to home in DeLand. LeBlanc took her own scenery-inspired photographs and turned them into beautiful mandala coloring pages. Thus, the launch of Culture to Color, Read More » Continue reading Culture to Color Adult Coloring Book Features NSB