Must-Visit Playgrounds for Kids in Volusia County Parks

Each place featured below was voted as the BEST by ECC Facebook Fans. Be sure to “Like” our page to participate next month. Volusia County, located in the heart of Florida’s Atlantic Coast, is a popular tourist destination. Known for its beautiful beaches, scenic parks, and wildlife sanctuaries, the county has much to offer to people of all ages. If you’re traveling with kids, you’ll be pleased … Continue reading Must-Visit Playgrounds for Kids in Volusia County Parks

Karaoke Night in Volusia

Bobby G Takes on Karaoke Night  The DJ’s voice signals the rotation is about to begin as the music starts. Are you ready? Here we go! It’s karaoke night at your favorite bar or restaurant and everyone on the list is ready, or maybe not, to put themselves out there in front of an audience and belt out their best version of their favorite song. … Continue reading Karaoke Night in Volusia

Free Meals for Kids at Summer BreakSpot Sites 

Summer BreakSpot offers balanced breakfasts, lunches, snacks or dinners at no cost for kids 18 and under. Meals will be served on site, at no cost, at places like parks, libraries, schools and churches. Free Meals Available for Kids Throughout the Summer Volusia County’s Human Services Office is sponsoring the Summer Food Service Program for children from June 3 through August 9. The program, funded … Continue reading Free Meals for Kids at Summer BreakSpot Sites 

Curbside Cinema

South Daytona Parks & Recreation presents “Curbside Cinema: Toy Story 4” on Friday, January 29, 2021, at Reed Canal Park, 2871 S Nova Rd at the Utility Field.  Friday, January 29 from 6 – 9 PM @ Reed Canal Park Park opens at 5:30 pm. The movie begins at 6:00 pm and is shown on a large, outdoor movie screen in the park. Tune in … Continue reading Curbside Cinema

Best Local Musicians or Bands To Follow

Each place featured below was voted as the BEST by ECC Facebook Fans. Be sure to “Like” our page to participate next month.  Volusia County is packed with local musical talent! When asked who their favorite band or musician is, locals nominated over 100 acts! Here are the top 5 that always bring the crowds.  All dates listed below are subject to change or cancellation … Continue reading Best Local Musicians or Bands To Follow

Hurricane Dorian: Waste Management Updates

**Regarding waste collection for some areas of Volusia County. This list will be updated as more information becomes available. Daytona Beach Garbage collections will follow normal operations Monday. There will be no garbage, recycling and yard waste collections Tuesday and Wednesday. We will announce the next day for collections after the storm. South Daytona Waste Pro will be collecting as normal on Monday, September 2nd. … Continue reading Hurricane Dorian: Waste Management Updates

5 Tips for Tourists

Visiting a new spot is always exciting. New city, new people, new landscape. Sometimes it’s the beautiful architecture of an old town, or the way the sun sets over tropical waters. Going on vacation renews the soul and rejuvenates the spirit. It’s necessary to our survival, to be honest. I need a new adventure to put perspective into my life. We get so excited, I … Continue reading 5 Tips for Tourists

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Five Spots for the Best Ribs

There’s nothing better than a juicy slab of fall-off-the-bone ribs. Here are the top 5 spots in Volusia County offering tender ribs to get stuck on! The Best Places to Find Ribs Around Daytona Beach 1. FINGER LICKIN’ BBQ & WINGS – NSB Located in New Smyrna Beach, Finger Lickin’ BBQ and Wings serves up home-cooked meals in a humble atmosphere. Forget all the fancy … Continue reading Five Spots for the Best Ribs