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Stuart Rome - Signs and Wonders
Oct 19, 2011 - Mar 19, 2012
9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Friday - Saturday, and 1 - 5 p.m. Sunday.Southeast Museum of Photography's Lyonia Gallery, Deltona Regional Library,  2150 Eustace Ave., Deltona.  This exhibit showcases Rome's landscape images.  (386) 506-4475.  www.smponline.org
DOUGLAS KIRKLAND: RETROSPECTIVE - Fifty Years of Photography
Oct 21, 2011 - Feb 19, 2012
EXHIBITION EVENTS:  ARTIST TALK, BOOK SIGNING & RECEPTION   Reception on October 21 at 6 p.m.Artist Talk sponsored by Canon.  Artist's Talk, Book Signing and Opening Reception.Exhibition Season: October 21, 2011 - February 19, 2012
Reflections II - Watercolors of Florida 1835-2000, from the Collection of Cici and Hyatt Brown
Nov 01, 2011 - Mar 25, 2012
The Museum of Arts & Sciences, 352 S. Nova Road, Daytona Beach. The most comprehensive and prestigious collection for Florida Watercolors will open as part of Reflections II. Featured artists include John James Audubon, Winslow Homer, Doris Lee, Reginald Marsh, Thomas Moran, Jane Peterson, Ogden Minton Pleissner, Anthony Thieme, Laura Woodward, and Andrew Wyeth. 386-255-0285 www.moas.org
Annual Members' Exhibit
Jan 15, 2012 - Feb 10, 2012
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday - Friday; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Saturday.  Gateway Center for the Arts, Gateway Center for the Arts, 880 N. U.S. Highway 17-92, DeBary.    All GCA Members are invited to participate, no entry fees.   www.GatewayCenterForTheArts.org    (386) 668-5553 
The Metropolitan Opera Live at Ocean Walk Shoppes
Jan 21, 2012 - Apr 14, 2012
1 p.m.  Ocean Walk Shoppes, 250 N. Atlantic Ave. Daytona Beach. Schedule of Live Transmissions:January 21 at 1 p.m. The Enchanted Island (Handel, Rameau, Vivaldi & others)February 11 at 12 p.m.  Gotterdammerung (Wagner)February 25 at 1 p.m.  Ernani (Verdi)April 7 at 12 p.m.  Manon (Massener)April 14 at 1 p.m. La Traviata (Verdi)Free wine reception 1 hour before every performance in the Ocean View Room with live music, wine tasting and hors d'oeuvres.  Three hours of free parking for movie patrons.  www.oceanwalkshoppes.com  (386) 238-5252  $15 - $22   
Judith Page - The Politics Of The Personal
Jan 27, 2012 - Mar 02, 2012
6 - 8 p.m. Opening reception.   7 p.m. January 30th - Artist's Lecture.  11 a.m. - 4 p.m.  Monday - Friday.  Homer and Dolly Hand Art Center at Stetson University, Instructional Media Center Room 25, 139 E. Michigan Ave., DeLand.    Sculpture and Paintings:  1986 - 2010.  Exhibition continues through March 2.   www.2.Stetson.edu/HandArtCenter    (386) 822-8920.
Concentrated Color: Watercolors by Oscar Bluemner from the Vera Bluemner Kouba Collection
Jan 27, 2012 - May 02, 2012
11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Stetson University Duncan Gallery of Art - Hand Art Center 421 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand.  Featuring selections from the Vera Bluemner Kouba Collection.  Opening reception 6 - 8 p.m. January 27.  Curator's Talk by Dr. Roberta Samith Favis 7 p.m. on February 29 in the Instructional Media Center, Room 25.  (386) 822-7266.
Teapots From the Collection of Arthur Goldberg
Jan 27, 2012 - Mar 02, 2012
6 - 8 p.m. Opening reception.     11 a.m. - 4 p.m.  Monday - Friday, exhibit hours.  Homer and Dolly Hand Art Center at Stetson University, 139 E. Michigan Ave., DeLand.   The Center will be closed March 5 - 9.  www2.Stetson.edu/HandArtCenter   (386) 822-7270  
Surfland Exhibit by Joni Sternbach
Jan 27, 2012 - Apr 22, 2012
6 - 8 pm January 27,  Artist Talk, Book Signing and Opening Reception.  Southeast Museum of Photography, 1200 W. International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach.   Exhibit:  January 27 - April 22.  Hours: Tues, Thurs, Fri: 11 - 5 p.m.; Wed: 11 - 7 p.m.; Weekends: 1 - 5 p.m.   Historic technique meets contemporary subject in the stunning luminosity of SurfLand.  On the beaches of Montauk's Ditch Plains and Rhode Island to Malibu, Del Mar and Rincon in California; and most recently on Australia's Pacific coast, Sternbach's distinctive process lures surfers to...
Atlantic Center’s Harris House presents the extraordinary works of John Westmark
Jan 31, 2012 - Feb 17, 2012
Share This: Fearless, independent and scandalousAtlantic Center's Harris House presents he extraordinary works of John Westmark  Exhibition Dates: January 7, 2012 - February 17, 2012Opening Reception: Saturday, January 7, 4 - 7 p.m. With sewing patterns and paint John Westmark depicts women of strength and courage.   "I am interested in the metaphorical potential of unorthodox materials." says Westmark. "The fragile paper pattern also presents a dichotomy between male and female stereotypes".Within his figurative works, the sewing...
African Museum of the Arts Reception
Feb 01, 2012 - Mar 10, 2012
6 - 8 p.m. African American Museum of Art 325 Clara Ave., DeLand.  "Lift Every Voice", the art of Anthony Armstrong.  Live jazz and light hors O'duerves.  (386) 873-2532.
Poetry In The Park -Green Springs Park/ Deltona
Feb 04, 2012
1 - 3 p.m.  Manatee Island Park- Amphitheater, Beach Street, Daytona Beach.  Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Hear Ye! You are cordially invited to Poetry In The Park, hosted By Travallion and the Tomoka Poets.  Bring a cushion or maybe a parasol for the sun.  Come get some fresh air.   Hope to see you there.  (386) 615-6433  Free
MUSEUM PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP SERIES
Feb 04, 2012
9 a.m.-4 p.m. Daytona State College at 1200 International Speedway Blvd Introduction to Image Editing Software-Adobe Photoshop CS5 Instructor: Edson Beckett Photoshop is not simply just for professionals anymore. This beginner-friendly three-consecutive Saturday course will introduce students to a program that has redefined the digital imaging process, and has made creative-control of the "digital-darkroom" accessible to amateurs and enthusiasts alike. Participants will become proficient at using the various tools and will learn basic editing techniques including-but not limited to-basic image...
Atlantic Center for the Arts Celebrating 35 years of Collaboration, Innovation & Distinction
Feb 04, 2012
Atlantic Center for the Arts, 1414 Art Center Avenue, New Smyrna Beach.   Since 1977, Atlantic Center for the Arts has fostered a spirit of innovation and collaboration among the world's greatest writers, painters, sculptors, choreographers and composers. Founded by artist, environmentalist, and visionary Doris Leeper (1936-2001), her remarkable vision remains the mission and driving force of the institute to this day.  The 35-year legacy of Leeper will be celebrated through exhibitions, community programs, and its ongoing international artists-in-residence program.  Try to...
"Abstract Painting" - Adult Workshop with Barbara Tiffany
Feb 04, 2012 - Feb 05, 2012
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.  Museum of Florida Art, 600 North Woodland Boulevard, DeLand. Some drawing experience is required.  Barbara will teach you how to create an abstract painting in oil or acrylics from your own photos with a step by step process that she uses through her computer and photo printer.  Once the image is abstracted, Barbara will teach cropping, editing, composition options and color balance and then demonstrate her painting process.  Participants will email Barbara a few images they want to abstract prior to the workshop, and she will have them loaded into her...
Teen Leadership Program - The Etiquette Seed
Feb 04, 2012 - Feb 25, 2012
Mission Possible 2012 Free Concert
Feb 04, 2012
2 p.m. -10 p.m., Family Worship Center, 2462 Park Ave., Sanford.  The white Cup Coffee House and Once Upon A Time Events sponsors this free concert.  Performances are scheduled as follows:  Beka Heckman - 2:00 pm,Quantum X - 2:25 pm,Expressly You - 3:15 pm, Commissary - 3:40 pm, Livingsong - 4:15 pm,True Gain - 5:30 pm, Jenna Premo - 6:35 pm, Inasense - 6:55 pm, The Deepest Red - 8:10 pm.  Bringing Awareness to missions local and internationally.  Donations are welcome. Food, face painting done by Once Upon a time Events, Missions tables, silent auctions. ...
The West Volusia Historical Society Presents: "DeLand...The Athens of Florida"
Feb 04, 2012
7:30 p.m. Athens Theatre A play told in semi-documentary style about the "City in the Pines" as remembered by some of its early settlers and founder. One performance only.  www.AthensTheatre.org  (386) 736-1500 $10- $16
Mary Schimpff Webb: Open It! at the Atlantic Center, New Smyrna Beach
Feb 04, 2012 - Feb 25, 2012
Mary Schimpff Webb: Open It!Opening Reception: Saturday, February 4, 4-7 pmArtist's Talk & Enameling Demo: Friday, February 17 at 11 amFree and open to the publicOn Exhibit February 4 - 25, 2012  The New Smyrna Beach gallery, Arts on Douglas will be presenting a celebration of fine jewelry making in an exhibition by Mary Schimpff Webb entitled Open It! Mary's distinctive use of materials and techniques developed over her extensive career sets her apart from other jewelry makers.  Her wearable artworks are fluid, sculptural and textured forms utilizing unusual combinations...
Cafe Cinematique presents: Screening of Black Orpheus
Feb 05, 2012
4 p.m.    Cafe Cinematique of Daytona, 242 S. Beach Street, Daytona Beach.  Screening of Black Orpheus (1959), with post-film discussion and refreshments.  A retelling of the Orpheus and Eurydice myth, set during the time of the Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro.  Rated: PG / 100 minutes.  Cinematique offers dinner, drinks & movies all at one table!   www.Cinematique.org  (386) 252-3118   $5 - $7
Cafe Cinematique presents: Improv & Indie
Feb 07, 2012
8 p.m.   Cafe Cinematique of Daytona, 242 S. Beach Street, Daytona Beach.  Live improv comedy with Random Acts of Insanity followed by an indie movie!  Cinematique offers dinner, drinks & movies all at one table!   www.Cinematique.org  (386) 252-3118   $5FEB 7:   Mesrine Public Enemy #1: The story of notorious French gangster Jacques MesrineFEB 14: "Battle of the Sexes" improv followed by screening of "Young Goethe In Love"FEB 21: "The Long Hair of Death" in the style of Mystery Science Theater 3,000FEB 28: Oscar Shorts
Stetson University hosts lecture, ‘Race in the Age of Obama,’ by Ta-Nehisi Coates
Feb 07, 2012 - Feb 08, 2012
7 p.m. at Stetson University, Stetson Room of the Carlton Union Building, 131 E. Minnesota Ave., DeLand.  On Tuesday, Author and editor Ta-Nehisi Coates will lecture on "A Deeper Black: Race in the Age of Obama."  The presentation is free and open to the public.   Coates, a writer and senior editor for The Atlantic, is author of the critically acclaimed memoir, The Beautiful Struggle, a tough and touching description of growing up in Baltimore during the age of crack.   On Wednesday morning, Coates will lead a writing workshop, which is also free and open to the...
GEORGE JONES - The Living Legend in Concert
Feb 09, 2012
7:30 p.m.  The Peabody Auditorium, 600 Auditorium Blvd, Daytona Beach.   Through the years, Peabody patrons have been treated to performances by Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, and Merle Haggard, but George Jones is making his first ever appearance at The Peabody! Over the last two decades, George Jones has been referred to as "the greatest living country singer." His solo number-one hits total fifteen, but in collaboration with other artists, his hits are an amazing 150 songs! Celebrated by his early fans as hard-drinking and fast-living, Jones now pokes fun at those years,...
Jules and Jim (Jules et Jim)
Feb 09, 2012
1:30 p. m.  Southeast Museum of Photography, Mori Hosseini Center (Bld. 1200), Daytona State College, 1200 International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach.  Dir. François Truffaut (France, 1962) 105 min.  Hailed as one of the finest films ever made, legendary director François Truffaut's early masterpiece Jules and Jim charts the relationship between two friends and the object of their mutual obsession, a mysterious, enigmatic woman named Catherine, over the course of twenty-five years. Admission by donation.   www.SMPOnline.org  (386) 506-4475
Epiphany 50th Jubilee Concert - Francesco Attesti
Feb 10, 2012
7 p.m.  Epiphany Catholic Church, 201 Lafayette St., Port Orange.    Take your Valentine out for a romantic evening of music!  Francesco Attesti (Cortona, June 6, 1975) is an Italian pianist of international acclaim. Among his generation of musicians, he is considered one of the finest interpreters of the Romantic and early Twentieth Century Repertoire.  The program includes compositions by Bach, Schubert, Beethoven, Chopin and Gershwin.  Opening music by Melody Long Anglin, harpist.   Wine and cheese reception follows.  (386) 253-2901  ...
Surfscape Contemporary Dance Theatre's Presents LOVE.
Feb 10, 2012
 7 p.m.  Museum of Arts & Sciences, 352 South Nova Rd., Daytona Beach, An Evening of Champagne, Food & Professional Dance Featuring the SCDT Company Dancers Performing Love Inspired Choreography Cocktail Attire (386)366-5108 $25
Jerry Seinfeld Live Concert - Peabody Auditorium
Feb 11, 2012
7 p.m.  Peabody Auditorium, 600 Auditorium Blvd., Daytona Beach.Due to popular demand, America's premier comedian is hitting the road in a return to his first love - stand-up comedy.  Hailed as "the master stand-up comic of his generation" and "the best comedian of our time" in a Washington Post article by Tom Shales, Seinfeld has an uncanny ability to joke about the little things in life that relate to audiences everywhere.  Seinfeld now sets his sights on performing his material across the country in 2012.  Purchase tickets beginning November 18 at 10 a.m. at Ticketmaster.com, Walmart Super Centers or Peabody Box Office.  http://www.peabodyauditorium.org  (386)  671-3462.
DeLand Craft Beer Festival
Feb 11, 2012
1- 5 p.m. Artisan Alley, downtown DeLand. Featuring over 70 craft beers, rare & vintage beers, educational break out sessions & a home brew competition. Must be 21 to enter.   Purchase tickets at DeLand Abbey, West Volusia Beacon and MainStreet DeLand Association. www.DelandCraftBeerFestival.com  Advance tickets are $30 in advance and $35 at the door (if available).
MUSEUM PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP SERIES
Feb 11, 2012
9 a.m.-4 p.m. Daytona State College at 1200 International Speedway Blvd Introduction to Image Editing Software-Adobe Photoshop CS5 Instructor: Edson Beckett Photoshop is not simply just for professionals anymore. This beginner-friendly three-consecutive Saturday course will introduce students to a program that has redefined the digital imaging process, and has made creative-control of the "digital-darkroom" accessible to amateurs and enthusiasts alike. Participants will become proficient at using the various tools and will learn basic editing techniques including-but not limited to-basic image...
Wine & Chocolate Walk
Feb 11, 2012
1 p.m. - 6 p.m.  Downtown Daytona Beach, Beach Street.   Calling all wine and chocolate lovers.  A decadent and delicious Wine & Chocolate Walk begins at Cinematique of Daytona, 242 S. Beach Street, where attendees will receive their Wine & Chocolate Walk Passport and beverage tickets.  Event attendees will spend the afternoon strolling through Downtown Daytona Beach visiting over 20 stations enjoying wine tasting and delectable chocolate goodies.  Also featured will be an ice sculpting demonstration, musical performers, and a Sweetheart Get-Away Give-Away.  In...
Recital with Jacob Bartlett & Lisa Lawrence
Feb 12, 2012
3 p.m.  Mary McLeod Bethune Performing Arts Center, 698 W. International Speedway Blvd. (corner of Lincoln Street), Daytona Beach.   Music Department recital with Jacob Bartlett (Baritone) & Lisa Lawrence (Piano).   www.cookman.edu.  (386) 481-2926 or (386) 481-2465.  
Colonial Marker Dedication and Open House
Feb 12, 2012
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.   Three Chimneys Sugar Mill Archeological Site, 715 West Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach.   The Ormond Beach Historical Society will host this special Open House.   FREE.  A colonial marker will be dedicated on-site by the Daughters of the American Colonists.  Please plan to attend and please bring your friends, neighbors, and especially young people to learn of Florida's rich and unique colonial history in Ormond Beach and Central Florida.   Free guided tours available.   Free Parking at 725 W. Granada - a short walk into the woods to the site. (386) 677-7005, www.OrmondHistory.org.
Cafe Cinematique presents: Improv & Indie
Feb 14, 2012
8 p.m.   Cafe Cinematique of Daytona, 242 S. Beach Street, Daytona Beach.  Live improv comedy with Random Acts of Insanity followed by an indie movie!  Cinematique offers dinner, drinks & movies all at one table!   www.Cinematique.org  (386) 252-3118   $5FEB 7:   Mesrine Public Enemy #1: The story of notorious French gangster Jacques MesrineFEB 14: "Battle of the Sexes" improv followed by screening of "Young Goethe In Love"FEB 21: "The Long Hair of Death" in the style of Mystery Science Theater 3,000FEB 28: Oscar Shorts
Paris Belongs to Us (Paris nous appartient)
Feb 16, 2012
1:30 p.m. The Southeast Museum of Photography, Daytona State College, 1200 W. International Speedway Blvd. (Building 1200), Daytona Beach.   Dir. Jacques Rivette (France, 1962) 141 min. Curious as to why a young man would take his own life, Betty Schneider visits many of the places frequented by the dead youth. A playful movie indebted to noir in its conspiratorial storyline and photography - though much lighter than true noir. (386) 506-4475
MUSEUM PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP SERIES
Feb 18, 2012
9 a.m.-4 p.m. Daytona State College at 1200 International Speedway Blvd Introduction to Image Editing Software-Adobe Photoshop CS5 Instructor: Edson Beckett Photoshop is not simply just for professionals anymore. This beginner-friendly three-consecutive Saturday course will introduce students to a program that has redefined the digital imaging process, and has made creative-control of the "digital-darkroom" accessible to amateurs and enthusiasts alike. Participants will become proficient at using the various tools and will learn basic editing techniques including-but not limited to-basic image...
Cruisin' Downtown DeLand Car Show
Feb 18, 2012
3 - 7 p.m. East Indiana Avenue in Downtown DeLand.  Classic cars & rods line the avenue. Live DJ, giveaways, shopping & dining.  www.MainStreetDeLand.org (386)-624-5027 FREE
Mardi Gras on MainStreet Dog Parade
Feb 18, 2012
11a.m.- 4 p.m. DeLand Chess Park  Watch pups and their two legged friends parade through downtown DeLand dressed in costume. www.DogParadeDeLand.com $15 - $20
The Best Of Times
Feb 18, 2012 - Feb 19, 2012
 www.AthensTheatre.org  (386) 736-1500
Atlantic Center for the Arts Presents: Elizabeth Hand, TJ Wilcox and Liz Lerman
Feb 20, 2012 - Mar 11, 2012
Atlantic Center for the Arts, 1414 Art Center Ave., New Smyrna Beach.  ELIZABETH HAND, noir fiction; TJ WILCOX, visual artist; LIZ LERMAN, choreographer.  Pabst Visitor Center & Gallery.   On Friday, March 9: INsideOUT, at 7 p.m.   Harris Theater, ACA (386) 427-6975.  www.AtlanticCenterForTheArts.org
The Living Legends Charity Auction and Celebrity Book Signing
Feb 21, 2012
6 p.m.  The Shores Resort and Spa (formerly The Hilton), 2637 S. Atlantic Avenue, Daytona Beach Shores.  The Living Legends of Auto Racing will host a Celebrity Charity Auction and book signing.  The event will benefit the Victory Junction Gang and other local charities.  Guests for the evening will include, Johnny Allen, Bobby Allison, Donnie Allison, Jack Anderson, Dave Dion, LIghtnin Epton, Dick Fleck, Ray Fox, James Hylton, Jack Ingram, Joe Mihalic, Eddie MacDonald, Sr., Cookie Osterhout, Dick Passwater, Buzzie Reutimann, Ronnie Rohn, Earl Sappenfield, Ernie Saxton,...
Cafe Cinematique presents: Improv & Indie
Feb 21, 2012
8 p.m.   Cafe Cinematique of Daytona, 242 S. Beach Street, Daytona Beach.  Live improv comedy with Random Acts of Insanity followed by an indie movie!  Cinematique offers dinner, drinks & movies all at one table!   www.Cinematique.org  (386) 252-3118   $5FEB 7:   Mesrine Public Enemy #1: The story of notorious French gangster Jacques MesrineFEB 14: "Battle of the Sexes" improv followed by screening of "Young Goethe In Love"FEB 21: "The Long Hair of Death" in the style of Mystery Science Theater 3,000FEB 28: Oscar Shorts
Moving Mountains at Daytona Playhouse
Feb 24, 2012 - Feb 26, 2012
Enjoy the romantic gallivanting of Charlie, a 65 year-old widower who spends his days pursuing "mature" ladies on a beach in Florida.
Beach Racing Day
Feb 24, 2012
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.  Ponce Inlet Lighthouse, 4931 South Peninsula Drive, Ponce Inlet.  See beach racing cars and talk with former drivers, owners and mechanics who used to race on the beach.  Take photographs and get autographs.  Included in the cost of regular admission, no advance reservations required.   Regular admission to the lighthouse museum is $5 for adults (12 years and older), and $1.50 for children.  (386) 761-1821 ext 18
Tchaikovsky's Sleeping Beauty
Feb 24, 2012
7 p.m. Peabody Auditorium 600 Auditorium Blvd., Daytona Beach Moscow Festival Ballet.(386) 253-2901   www.peabodyauditorium.org
Artisan Alley & DeLand Art Walk
Feb 24, 2012
6 p.m. - 9 p.m.  Downtown DeLand.  Gather with friends every fourth Friday of the month at Artisan Alley and also enjoy the DeLand Art Walk!  DeLand Art Walk is a free, self-guided tour of the Historic Downtown area. Art galleries, museums, cultural venues, restaurants and boutiques host artists within their businesses on the fourth Friday of every month, rain or shine. Look for an official Art Walk banner in the front of each stop to identify the participating venues. Choose your own route, or begin from Museum of Florida Art.  www.DelandArtWalk.com (386) 738-9967.
Cafe Cinematique presents: Improv & Indie
Feb 28, 2012
8 p.m.   Cafe Cinematique of Daytona, 242 S. Beach Street, Daytona Beach.  Live improv comedy with Random Acts of Insanity followed by an indie movie!  Cinematique offers dinner, drinks & movies all at one table!   www.Cinematique.org  (386) 252-3118   $5FEB 7:   Mesrine Public Enemy #1: The story of notorious French gangster Jacques MesrineFEB 14: "Battle of the Sexes" improv followed by screening of "Young Goethe In Love"FEB 21: "The Long Hair of Death" in the style of Mystery Science Theater 3,000FEB 28: Oscar Shorts
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