Learn Creative Caregiving through New Program

The city of Daytona Beach Shores is partnering with Atlantic Center for the Arts to offer a new Creative Caregiving program for caregivers and their care partners. Register Now for the new Artistic Program for Caregivers Registration is now open for this free program, with each session limited to 20 people (10 pairs of caregivers with care partner – CNA/HHA welcome). Creative Caregiving will be … Continue reading Learn Creative Caregiving through New Program

Buddy Davenport State Farm: 46 Years in the Making

There is something so special about living in a small town like New Smyrna Beach. From residents to business owners to visitors, there is a strong sense of community that holds us all together. A place where locals genuinely support locals, and the passion about protecting our little piece of paradise is at the top of everybody’s list.  It’s the type of small town where … Continue reading Buddy Davenport State Farm: 46 Years in the Making

Paxton Motors, circa 1940, at what is now Arts on Douglas

Arts on Douglas in NSB Celebrates 25 Years

Featured image: Paxton Motors, circa 1940, at what is now Arts on Douglas. All images provided by Arts on Douglas On this date 25 years ago we opened our doors at 123 Douglas Street and have been promoting the work and careers of professional Florida artists at this location ever since. Over the past 25 years, we have worked with hundreds of artists, opened over … Continue reading Arts on Douglas in NSB Celebrates 25 Years

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Historic Preservation in Our Small Town

As a young girl growing up in New Smyrna, my family was dedicated to making sure we all knew about our local history. I know having access to our local legends every day shaped my life to want to continue their legacy by contributing all of my time to unique spaces like the Mary S. Harrell Museum. This gem is my favorite place in New … Continue reading Historic Preservation in Our Small Town

ACA Plans to Develop a New Program for Blind and Low-sighted Youth

The Atlantic Center for the Arts (ACA) will launch its Young Sound Seekers program on August 22, 2020. This five-year initiative is made possible by a grant award from the National Park Service Natural Sounds and Night Skies Division. The program encourages the appreciation of natural sounds and will help overcome barriers to access by creating a safe, undistracted outdoor space for blind and low-sighted … Continue reading ACA Plans to Develop a New Program for Blind and Low-sighted Youth

AdventHealth New Smyrna Beach Foundation Awards $25,000 in Community Grants

On July 30, the AdventHealth New Smyrna Beach Foundation awarded local community groups with $25,000 in grants during a special luncheon ceremony at the AdventHealth Medical Park in New Smyrna Beach.  The Atlantic Center for the Arts received $5,000 to fund its “Healthy Minds, Healthy Hearts” art and wellness program at New Smyrna Beach High School. Burns Science and Technology Charter School received $2,500 to … Continue reading AdventHealth New Smyrna Beach Foundation Awards $25,000 in Community Grants

Atlantic Center for the Arts Welcomes Creature to Harris Theater Stage

Creature, the comic play by Heidi Schreck set in medieval England, is coming to the Atlantic Center for the Arts in New Smyrna Beach August 15 – 18 with three evening performances and two matinées. The Art Center is located at 1414 Art Center Avenue in New Smyrna Beach. New Play at Atlantic Center for the Arts this August The play is produced by Positively … Continue reading Atlantic Center for the Arts Welcomes Creature to Harris Theater Stage

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Second Saturday SoundWalk

Second Saturday monthly @ 11 AM Locations Vary Explore the sounds and rhythms of the urban and natural world with Atlantic Center for the Arts (ACA). Happening at a variety of locales, each walk is beneficial for people of all ages to de-stress, focus, and develop a deeper understanding of how we fit into the ecosystem of our environment. Explore the sounds and rhythms of … Continue reading Second Saturday SoundWalk