Halifax Magazine Nov/Dec 2023

FEATURES

6 See The Lights

8 Holiday Reads

10 Get The Gear: Tech Toys for All Ages

12 House Guests

14 Holiday Travel

16 50th Annual Daytona Turkey Run

EVERY ISSUE

17-26 Scene: Events, Music, Art, Theater

28, 30 Halifax Cuisine

Cover Artist: Leon Ruiz

Born in Mexico City as the youngest of six, Leon Ruiz comes from a long line of artists who have influenced his passion for painting.

Leon sees his work as a product of his life, journey, and experiences. He has been painting professionally for 30 years; his work has been exhibited in art shows and galleries throughout the U.S., and he has won multiple awards, including “Best in Show” at several art shows.

After experimenting with countless mediums, he has found his niche in oil and acrylic. Most recently, he has been experimenting with a new style of painting, creating art without tools and using only sound vibrations to generate a new series entitled, “Pulse.”

See The Lights!

The history of Christmas lights is a bright and cheery tale that begins with candles on Christmas trees in 17th century Germany. Things got much safer and more exciting with the invention of electric lights by Thomas Edison in the late 19th century. From there, it’s been a journey of innovation, with bubble lights, twinkling lights, and miniatures all adding to the festive glow. The energy-efficient LED lights of today have become a staple in both indoor and outdoor holiday decorations, lighting up homes and streets in dazzling displays. So, whether it’s a simple string of lights or an elaborate synchronized show, Christmas lights continue to bring joy and sparkle to the holiday season.

The Christmas Mansion

November 1 – January 20

The Stetson Mansion

The baby grand will welcome you into the Mansion where each year 10 rooms are embellished with all new elaborate designer decorations and 24 nativities from around the world to celebrate the birth of Christ.

Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

November 17, 6pm – 8:30pm

Tanger Outlets Daytona Beach

Kick off the holiday season at the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. Live Snow fall, Giveaways, Kids craft stations, Musical entertainment featuring Mr. Harley, plus, a special visit from Santa Claus.

Gingerbread Fantasy Holiday Light Display

November 17th – January 5

Rose Villa Southern Table & Bar

This holiday season, Rose Villa Southern Table and Bar will transform into a Gingerbread Fantasy decorative light display that evokes classic storybook memories in exquisite style.

Nights of Lights 2023

November 18, 4pm

Historic Downtown St. Augustine Nights of Lights “Light-Up! Night” is one of the most anticipated events in St. Augustine. And, it’s a great way to start the holiday season.

36th Annual Light Up Flagler

December 1, 5pm – 8pm

Flagler Ave, New Smyrna Beach

The merchants of Flagler Avenue invite you to kick-off the Holidays and celebrate the 36th Annual Light Up Flagler Holiday Merchant Open House.

Light Up Deland

December 1, 6pm – 9pm

Volusia County Historic Courthouse

Come together with your friends, family, and neighbors to create cherished memories at this year’s Light Up DeLand!

Join us on West Indiana Avenue for live performances, photos with Santa, and of course, the magical moment when DeLand’s Christmas tree is lit, signifying the beginning of the holiday season.

Surf Illumination 2023

December 2, 3pm – 6pm

St. Johns County Ocean & Fishing Pier

St. Augustine Beach’s Surf Illumination lighting festival kicks off the holiday season.

PARADES

DeLand Rotary Christmas Parade

December 2, 6pm

Downtown Deland

www.mainstreetdeland.org

NSB Christmas Parade – A Christmas Back Home

December 2, 4:30pm

New Smyrna Beach Leisure Services www.vistinsbfl.com

42nd Annual Holiday Regatta of Lights Boat Parade

December 9, 6pm – 7:30pm

Bayfront Inn, St Augustine

www.visitstaugustine.com

40th Annual Palm Coast Holiday Boat Parade

December 9, 6pm

Palm Coast Yacht Club

www.palmcoastyachtclub.com

Nights of Lights - St. Augustine

HolidayReads

Thanksgiving: How to Cook It Well

By Sam Sifton

From the planning of the meal to the washing of the last plate, Thanksgiving poses more—and more vexing— problems for the home cook than any other holiday. But there is no need for fear. You can cook a great meal on Thanksgiving. You can have a great time.

With simple, fool-proof recipes for classic Thanksgiving staples, as well as new takes on old standbys, this book will show you that the fourth Thursday of November does not have to be a day of kitchen stress and family drama.You can make a better turkey than anyone has ever served you in your life, and you can serve it with gravy that is not lumpy or bland but a salty balm, rich in flavor, that transforms all it touches. Make Thanksgiving the best holiday of the year. It is not fantasy. If you prepare, it will happen. And this book will show you how.

Christmas Gnomes: Coloring Book for Adults

By Kate Robinson and Whimiscal Brush

Our fun Christmas Gnomes Coloring Book is perfect for every gnome lover.

30 unique, detailed illustrations with cute Gnome characters - professional-quality designs from one artist. Single sided pages to reduce bleed through! 30 detailed pages for adults, featuring adorable Gnomes in Christmas and winter scenes.

Christmas Jars

By Jason F Wright

Christmas Jars shares the story of Hope Jensen, an aspiring journalist who uncovers the remarkable secret behind a holiday phenomenon: money-filled glass jars anonymously given to people in need. Hope desperately wants to post the story, but doing so would be a breach of trust to the family who entrusted her with the secret. What she decides to do will change her life forever. A heartwarming story that will restore your faith in humanity and make you want to start your own Christmas Jar tradition.

Christmas Carols Crossword Puzzles

By Michelle Brubaker

Can you remember the words to all the Christmas carols?

Reminisce in the joy of the season with this fill-instyle crossword puzzle book. Includes favorite songs of the season with over 1,200 words to fill in!

Large print font: 22pt size on the songs, 16pt font on the crossword grids to make it easy to see. Perfect for everyone who loves Christmas themed activity books and crosswords.

Thanksgiving Adult Coloring Book

By Creative Coloring Pumpkins, Turkeys, Cornucopia, Fall Leaves, Apples, Autumn Harvest, Thanksgiving Feast, Fall Animals, and Much More!

A Thanksgiving holiday coloring book for adults. Contains 32 intricate designs to color including turkeys, pumpkins, fall leaves, and Thanksgiving day feasts. This Thanksgiving designs adult coloring book is suitable for older children, teens and adults.

The Easy Christmas Cookie Cookbook

By Carroll Pellegrinelli

‘Tis the season to pull out those cookie cutters and get ready to whip up an array of magical, mouthwatering Christmas cookies! From Gingerbread People to Candy Cane Cookies, this standout among Christmas cookbooks is packed with foolproof baking guidance, tons of festive decorating tips, and dozens of super easy recipes for tasty treats—perfect for gifting and simple enough to sweeten any occasion. This guide is everything Christmas cookbooks should be, starting with the best practices of holiday baking. Find hands-on guidance for decorating techniques like piping icing and adding flair with sprinkles and sugar. Then, bake up some Christmas cheer with simple step-by-step recipes for more than 60 delightful cookies, brownies, bars, and even special treats not found in other Christmas cookbooks.

The Christmas Movie Cookbook

By Julia Rutland

Do you ever yearn for roast turkey while watching National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation? Or, for the more cynical, do you wish you could taste the roast beast from How the Grinch Stole Christmas? Well, top up your mug of eggnog and don your coziest ugly sweater: ‘tis the season to recreate the dishes from all of your favorite holiday movies with the help of The Christmas Movie Cookbook. This season you can indulge alongside your favorite Elf characters as they make special spaghetti and get tipsy with the Bad Moms crew while they imbibe their spiced cider. Just crack open The Christmas Movie Cookbook and discover sixty-five mouthwatering recipes to add joy to any holiday gathering.

Traditions of Christmas

By Melissa Lester

Heralding the season with jubilance, we offer ideas for creating a festive welcome to your home and embrace the time-honored tradition of sending greeting cards. As the tree is often the center of holiday décor, you’ll find a breathtaking cavalcade of the prettiest evergreens—each lovely branch brimming with exquisite ornaments and twinkling lights. Impassioned homeowners open their doors wide, allowing glimpses into grand old residences where holiday traditions of the past meet new ones in the making and treasured collections find pride of place amid the holly and the ivy. Since entertaining goes hand in hand with the holidays, gracious tables and delectable menus take center stage this time of year. Included in the book is a selection of elegantly merry settings, accompanied by delectable recipes certain to become new favorites.

The Big Book of Christmas Mysteries

By Otto Penzler

This collection touches on all aspects of the holiday season, and all types of mysteries. They are suspenseful, funny, frightening, and poignant. Included are puzzles by Mary Higgins Clark, Isaac Asimov, and Ngaio Marsh; uncanny tales in the tradition of A Christmas Carol by Peter Lovesey and Max Allan Collins; O. Henry-like stories by Stanley Ellin and Joseph Shearing, stories by pulp icons John D. MacDonald and Damon Runyon; comic gems from Donald E. Westlake and John Mortimer; and many, many more. Almost any kind of mystery you’re in the mood for--suspense, pure detection, humor, cozy, private eye, or police procedural—can be found in these pages.

Get the Gear Tech Toys for All Ages

Vtech Toddler Tech Laptop - $14.97

Hear numbers and first words for weather and more as you press five app buttons for the weather, email, a camera, calendar and music. Get little fingers moving with a spinning disc, a slider, buttons and an arrow that slides to choose an animal. Discover songs, music and phrases that play as kids explore. Send pretend emails or chat with animal friends; mirrored screen includes light-up emojis that add starry eyes and smiles to your child’s reflection.

Kidzlane Floor Piano Mat - $41.99

Newly Released Dance Mat for Kids: Dance mat for kids has colorful keys to make some music on the Kidzlane Dance Pad! With a full 6 feet of touch-sensitive keys and 8 music instruments. This musical mat plays 10 classical tunes at the touch of a button. Made of high-quality toxin-free material, this giant piano mat is designed to last through many dance sessions! It’s easy to wipe clean, durable enough to withstand endless jumping, and safety-certified.

Talkfun Bilingual Musical Learning Cube - $29.99

Excellent educational toy for baby or little toddlers with six different themed, alphabet A-Z, numbers 1-10, 7 instrument sounds, 10 pop baby songs, 13 animal sounds, 7 color lights. 1 year old learning toys for 9-18 months boy or girl. 2 volume levels to choose, enough to capture attention of little children and not too loud for parents. The buttons are large and sensitive, easy for little hands to press. Lightweight 1 Lb and perfect size 5 Inch, easy for kids to take it everywhere and travel outside.

Teach Tech “Hydrobot Arm Kit” - $55.36

Build Working Robots: Teach your kids mechanical engineering in a way they can’t resist! Designed for kids 12+, this kit will guide your learner through the process of building real, working robots - taught in a way that they’ll understand!

Powered by water. Moves, rotates & grabs. Use the levers to control the gripper which can open and close or be replaced with suction components to pick up objects.

Snap Circuits Teach Tech Mech 5 –Mechanical Coding Robot - $30.83

Mech-5 is a one-of-a-kind Mechanical Coding Robot. This mission-based, entry level robot is designed to inspire young engineers to learn about mechanical engineering principles and coding basics. This stem robot can throw, lift, kick, draw, and more, All by snapping the Coding buttons onto the Coding wheel. Build it. Code it. Watch it move! Learn by doing. Geared toward future engineers ages 10+.

Speks Crags Ferrite Putty - $24.95

Tantalizing Tactile Feedback: It’s like putty without the mess. Mashable dough without the clean-up stress. Cloud nine bliss and nothing less. Every set comes with over 500 ferrite stones in a metal tin. Mash ‘em, mold ‘em, stack ‘em, and feel anxiety slip away as the rocks slip past your fingers. Pro Tip: grab your Crags before work video calls and fidget through the mind-numbingly boring shenanigans.

Holy Stone GPS Drone with 1080p HD Camera - $159.99

GPS Auto Return: Equipped with GPS Location, the drone can memorize the “HOME” point and return automatically whenever the drone lose signal or lose power or whenever you press down auto return button.

Intelligent Features: You may set a Customer Flight Path at your will or instruct the drone to follow you automatically. Easy for beginners

ROSIDA Wireless Headphones for TV - $59.49

Rosida wireless headphones for TV featuring latest wireless 2.4 GHz technology (NOT Bluetooth) ; it reduces the audio lag down to as low as 28ms,significantly less than the 220ms of Standard Bluetooth and the 40ms of aptX Low Latency, you will experience NO lip-sync delay making you immersed in enjoying watching your favorite TV programs in bedroom.

Our TV headphones wireless for seniors are built-in the audio amplifier, provides Hi-Fi stereo sound to watch tremendous live ball games, movies and TV shows without disturbing anyone.

Extreme Comfort Design: Soft adjustable over ear pads are made with premium protein leather and memory sponge, shaped for ergonomic fit.

HOUSE GUESTS

10 Tips to Make Their Stay More Enjoyable

Yes, it’s a bit exhausting to have extra people within your walls, and yes, it does provide more work – for a time. But really, having houseguests can be enjoyable and benefit everyone. They usually play with the children, which everyone enjoys, and it provides the hosts with a nice break from the hum-drum of daily life. Hosting guests doesn’t have to be a pain – it can be something you look forward to. Here are 10 ways you can help visitors feel more at home:

1. Be yourself. Truly. Most house guests aren’t expecting a perfectly immaculate house, and if they are, there’s no point in loading your shoulders with the pressure to try. The best kind of guests are there to see you, not you on stage.

2. Let your guests be themselves. Really mean it when you say, “make yourself at home.” If you’re willing to have guests, be willing to let them put their feet up on your coffee table.

3. Provide extra toiletries.

Have a basket of essentials that can be brought out for overnighters and leave it on the guest bathroom counter for them to help themselves. It doesn’t have to be anything fancy – just toothpaste, soap, lotion, shampoo and conditioner, and unopened toothbrushes.

4. Make things easy to find. When they first arrive, have all their needed towels either out on the bathroom counter, or on their bed or nightstand. If they’re early risers leave out some basic breakfast goodies for them to help themselves. If they arrive after a long trip, put a little basket of refreshments on their nightstand. A simple bottle of water, a package of nuts, maybe a banana, and a little welcome note can really make them feel welcome.

5. Keep coffee and tea on hand. Even if you don’t drink it, a coffee drinker is always thankful to have the means to make a cup of joe in the morning. It doesn’t have to be anything high-end if you don’t drink it, but make sure it’s fresh.

6. Create some simple extra touches. Place an inexpensive flower in a small vase on their nightstand. Provide a great-smelling candle and a book of matches. Make sure there’s an alarm clock available, too.

7. Provide reading material. Collect a few magazines and put them in an easy-to-reach basket near their bed. Maybe even select a good book of short stories (short stories are good, so that guests can actually finish what they’re reading, as opposed to a long novel).

8. Provide information about where you live. If they’re in town on vacation, provide some brochures about tourist spots, a map, and maybe something unique about where you live for them to enjoy while they’re in town.

9. Let them help around the house. Don’t put them to work, of course, but people will be more relaxed and feel less like an intruder if you say yes to their inevitable question, “Can I do anything?” Let them do something small, like set the silverware at the dinner table, or stir the soup bubbling on the stove.

10. Keep your immediate family’s time sacred. Do your best to still spend some quality time with just those in your household. This is especially true if you have small children, who don’t always understand why Mom is busier than usual, or why a new person is sleeping in their playroom.

www.theartofsimple.net/tips-to-help-guests-feel-welcome/

Holiday Travel

Christmas getaways represent a rare opportunity for families who like to travel. Whether your kids are toddlers, teens, or all grown up, you can usually count on some time off from school and work for everyone to gather in one place. And one of the great things about Christmas vacations is they don’t have to be spent at home for everyone to have quality family time together. In fact, some of the best Christmas vacations for families are the trips where everyone’s traveling to a new and exciting destination (or hotel) that goes all in on Christmas spirit. If you’re dreaming of a white Christmas (whether snow or sand), here’s where to go for Christmas in the U.S., Caribbean, Europe, and Central America.

San Antonio, Texas

For hundreds of years, the home of the Alamo has adorned its iconic River Walk with Mexican Christmas lanterns believed to help light the way for the Holy Family. Families visiting San Antonio for Christmas vacations between mid-November and mid-January can immerse themselves in this awe-inspiring tradition either by foot or boat with Go Rio Cruises, a kid-friendly tour operator that even lets you stow strollers onboard.

The holiday magic continues at The DoSeum, San Antonio’s kids museum, which hosts an elaborate Winter Wonderland event once a year; and at the San Antonio Botanical Garden, whose enchanting grounds twinkle with more than a million Christmas lights. Celebrations continue underground at the Natural Bridge Caverns, where professional Christmas carolers’ voices echo 180 feet below the surface. There’s also ice skating, beautiful Christmas trees, and more, making San Antonio a fab place to spend the holidays.

Puerto Rico

Taking the award for world’s longest Christmas season, Puerto Rico makes it easy for families to plan Christmas vacations that suit their schedule and budget. Beginning the day after Thanksgiving and ending weeks after New Year’s Day, Puerto Rico’s Christmas celebrations comprise colorful street parties, boat parades, lights, lively music, and holiday dishes. And after the devastation caused by Hurricane Fiona, Puerto Rico is ready to welcome tourists back in time for the holidays.

One of the best places to visit for Christmas with family, San Juan is at the heart of Puerto Rico’s seasonal festivities. The city’s waterfront amphitheater, Bahia Urbana, becomes Navitown, a Christmas-themed carnival with rides, whimsical decorations, and a special rendition of Santa’s Workshop.

Puerto Rico

San Antonio, Texas

South Tyrol, Italy

German Christmas Markets

Nowhere else in the world does Christmas vacations quite like Germany. The birthplace of the Christkindlmarkt could easily light up a map with its sheer number of Christmas markets, each commingled with intricate wooden huts selling everything from handcrafted toys and ornaments to fresh-cooked delicacies and warm gluhwein. While you really can’t go wrong with any German Christmas market destination, those in Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Trier, and Dresden are particularly well regarded for their authenticity and kid-friendly atmosphere.

St. Augustine, Florida

St. Augustine’s annual Nights of Lights event, during which three million white lights illuminate the historic district from mid-November to late January, has been recognized as one of the world’s top light displays. In addition to this feast for the senses, families can savor the holiday spirit on Christmas vacations with cheerfully cheeky historical tours, St. Augustine’s annual Christmas Parade, and the Holiday Regatta of Lights. Landmark attractions such as the Castillo de San Marcos and the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum are also incorporated into the city’s Christmas experiences.

South Tyrol, Italy

Cocooned amongst fairy tale towns like Bolzano, Merano, Brunico, Vipiteno, and Bressanone, dramatic views of the Dolomites and Italian Alps serve as the backdrop to South Tyrol’s Christmas markets. Appearances by Santa Claus, horse-drawn carriages, Thun teddy bears, and the world-famous Angel of Bozen further make it one of the best places to visit for Christmas with your family.

Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

About an hour north of Philadelphia in the Lehigh Valley is a town straight out of a Hallmark movie: Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. During the holiday season, the Christmas City makes kids’ wishes come true with a chance to read stories with Santa, get crafty with his elves, and participate in a gingerbread man decorating contest.

Bethlehem’s Main Street is lined with traditional Christmas markets (with some also indoors), while choir singers serenade visitors. Parents can have fun sipping their way along the Holiday Cocktail Trail. Bethlehem is also less than 20 minutes from the Delaware River Railroad, one of only a handful of tracks offering Christmas train rides themed to the Polar Express.

Coastal New England

Experiencing Christmas in New England’s small coastal towns and villages is like stepping back in time. You can get a taste of the region’s timeless traditions in three different states along the coast (Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine) with festivities generally taking place from late November through December.

Noteworthy holiday celebrations can be found in Salem, Massachusetts; Portsmouth, New Hampshire; and Kennebunkport, Maine. These charming little cities bring the holiday magic to life with activities such as a holiday trolley ride with the Good Witch of Salem, a candlelight walk in Portsmouth, and a special visit from Santa in Kennebunkport, who arrives by lobster boat.

Madeira, Portugal

Madeira, Portugal, offers the best of both worlds for Christmas vacations: all the magical sights, smells, tastes, and sounds of a European Christmas plus warm weather. The city of Funchal‘s historic walking area, Avenida Arriaga, comes alive with Christmas carolers, illuminated botanical gardens, and tropical-themed Christmas markets selling handcrafted goods and mulled wine. Kids will revel in (snow-free) toboggan rides, the toy museum, and a storybook theme park for all ages.

https://familyvacationist.com/christmas-vacations-where-to-go-for-the-holidays/

Coastal New England

St. Augustine, Florida

German Christmas Markets

Madeira, Portugal

Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

50th Annual Daytona Turkey Run

Four days of classic cars and family-friendly fun!

Get ready for a fun-filled weekend with thousands of beautiful classic cars for show and sale, a massive Swap Meet, delicious food, arts and crafts on Artisan Alley, a Kids Zone, and so much more! The 50th Daytona Turkey Run is Thursday, November 23rd – Sunday, November 26th at the Daytona International Speedway and you won’t want to miss it! There truly is something for everyone! Guests can

• Meet Chad Hiltz & Jolene Macintyre, celebrity hosts of Bad Chad Customs.

• Meet Joe and Mandi Martin, celebrity hosts of Iron Resurrection.

• See the Batcopter, Batmobile, and Batbike. The Original BATCOPTER that appeared in the Original BATMAN Movie and the Original BATMAN TV Series.

• The Hops and Hoods Craft Beer Festival! Taste more than 120 different beers from 40 different breweries at the Hops and Hoods Beer Festival! Beer tickets are $5 for 4 samples, $10 for 10 samples, and UNLIMITED samples for $35. Tickets can be purchased in advance or onsite. See www.turkeyrun.com for more info.

• Take a Kid to a Car Show - Spending quality time with a kid is the greatest gift you can give them. And sharing your appreciation for collector cars is a great way to nurture their interest in a hobby that you can enjoy together for many years to come. The first 500 kids to enter will get a special Turkey Run gift.

Arts and Crafts on Artisan Alley – Beautiful art and fashion for kids and adults. Handcrafted work designed by both local and outof-state designers all available for purchase.

• Kidzone: – Kids will have a blast in bounce houses, slides, inflatable games and more. All Play Zone activities are free of charge.

Show Details

Dates:

Thursday, November 23rd – Sunday, November 26th

Hours:

Thursday - Saturday ~ 8AM - 4PM

Sunday ~ 8AM - 2PM

Tickets:

Thursday - Saturday ~ $20/day, Sunday ~ $15 Kids 11 and under free

Location:

Daytona International Speedway

Parking: FREE. Available outside speedway.

Infield Spectator Parking: Inside the infield, south of the lake

For more Information: www.TurkeyRun.com

Stay Updated:

Facebook: @TURKEYRUN

Instagram: @DAYTONATURKEYRUN #DaytonaTurkeyRun

EventScene

Ongoing

Rum Distillery Tour & Tasting

Every Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat

Copper Bottom Craft Distillery www.copperbottomspirits.com

Canal Street Nights

3rd Thursday Monthly, New Smyrna Beach www.visitnsbfl.com

Jewelry Making and Design with Debbie Moser Every Friday Canal Street www.thehuboncanal.org

First Friday Flagler Beach Flagler Beach www.visitflagler.com

First Friday Garden Walk Washington Oaks Garden State Park www.visitflagler.com

1st Saturday Sip & Stroll Canal Street Historic District www.canalstreetnsb.com/sip-stroll/

Cruisin’ Car Show

First Saturday Monthly

One Daytona www.onedaytona.com

Classic Cars on Canal

2nd Saturday Monthly, New Smyrna Beach www.visitnsbfl.com

Flagler Avenue Wine Walk

4th Saturday Monthly, New Smyrna Beach www.visitnsbfl.com

Climb to the Moon - Full Moon Monthly Ponce Inlet Lighthouse www.ponceinlet.org

November 1

Historic Sportscar Racing & Classic Daytona Daytona International Speedway www.daytonabeach.com

November 1 – January 20

The Christmas Mansion

The Stetson Mansion, Deland www.stetsonmansion.com

November 2

Volusia County Fair & Youth Show

Fairgrounds & Expo Center www.daytonabeach.com

November 3 – 5

21st Annual Daytona Beach Festival of Magic The Shores Resort & Spa www.daytonabeach.com

November 4

Monster Truck Nitro Tour

Ocean Center Daytona Beach www.daytonabeach.com

November 5

Top Class Auto Fest

Ocean Center Daytona Beach www.daytonabeach.com

November 9

46th Annual Greek Festival St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church www.daytonabeach.com

November 8, December 13

Wine, Women, & Chocolate Downtown Deland www.mainstreetdeland.org

November 11

Volusia County Veterans Day Parade Downtown Deland www.mainstreetdeland.org

November 16, December 7

My Big Fat Greek Cooking Class The Casements, 4pm www.mybigfatgreekcookingclass.com

November 17

Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

November 17, 6pm – 8:30pm Tanger Outlets Daytona Beach www.allevents.in

Gingerbread Fantasy Holiday Light Display Rose Villa Southern Table & Bar www.daytonabeach.com

November 18

Indigenous Peoples Heritage Day Ponce Inlet Lighthouse www.visitnsbfl.com

Night of Lights 2023 4pm, Historic Downtown St. Augustine www.floridahistoriccoast.com

3rd Annual Slider Challenge

Food Tasting 1pm – 5pm Flagler Ave, NSB www.flaglerave.com

EventScene

November 18

Riverfest Seafood Festival

The Casements

www.daytonabeach.com

November 19

Fashion Show

Flagler Ave, 1pm – 4pm Flagler Ave, NSB www.flaglerave.com

November 21

Walk & Talk Tour – Building the Lighthouse Ponce Inlet Lighthouse www.visitnsbfl.com

November 23 - 26

Daytona Turkey Run 2023

Daytona International Speedway www.daytonabeach.com

November 24 – 25

Birthplace of Speed Antique Gaslight Car Parade The Casements, Ormond Beach www.daytonabeach.com

November 24 – Dec 31st

Holiday Cocktail Tour Flagler Ave, NSB www.flaglerave.com

November 25

Small Business Saturday Shop Small Downtown Deland www.mainstreetdeland.org

December 1

Light Up Deland, 6pm – 9pm Volusia County Historic Courthouse www.deland.org

December 2

45th Annual Christmas Gala Holiday Teas, The Casements www.daytonabeach.com

NSB Christmas Parade – A Christmas Back Home 4:30pm, New Smyrna Beach Leisure Services www.vistinsbfl.com

36th Annual Light Up Flagler 5pm – 8pm, Flagler Ave, New Smyrna Beach www.flaglerave.com

Surf Illumination 2023, 3pm – 6pm St. Johns County Ocean & Fishing Pier www.oldcity.com

December 2 - 3

7th Annual Palm Coast Chili Cook-Off European Village www.allevents.in

Deland Rotary Christmas Parade Downtown Deland www.mainstreetdeland.org

December 2 - 3

7th Annual Palm Coast Chili Cook-Off European Village www.allevents.in

December 9

40th Annual Palm Coast Holiday Boat Parade Palm Coast Yacht Club www.palmcoastyachtclub.com

Boat Parade Watching Tour 6:30pm – 8:30pm, Marine Discovery Center www.visitnsbfl.com

42nd Annual Holiday Regatta of Lights Boat Parade

December 9 6pm – 7:30pm

Bayfront Inn, St Augustine www.visitstaugustine.com

2nd Annual Winter Family Fest

Riverfront Esplanade, Daytona Beach 10am – 3pm www.riverfrontesplanade.com

December 16

Downtown Deland Cruise East Indiana Avenue www.mainstreetdeland.org

December 23

Wine Walk 1-pm – 7pm Flagler Ave, New Smyrna Beach www.flaglerave.com

December 27

NSB Grilled Cheese Challenge 2023

Flagler Ave, New Smyrna Beach www.flaglerave.com

December 28

Walk & Talk Tour – Treacherous Waters

Ponce Inlet Lighthouse www.visitnsbfl.com

MusicScene

Ongoing – November 18

The Legendary Cyclones Band at JB’s Fish Camp www.vistnsbfl.com

November 1

US Navy Band: Commodores Jazz Ensemble Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center https://ritztheatersanford.com

November 2 - 5

The Florida Smooth Jazz Weekend Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront www.allevents.in

November 3

Art in the Form of Film (Belfast) The Hub on Canal www.visitnsbfl.com

November 4

2023 Orange City Country & Bluegrass Music Festival Mill Lake Park www.daytonabeach.com

November 5

Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra Peabody Auditorium www.daytonabeach.com

November 7

Karaoke Night at Dave & Buster’s Dave & Buster’s www.daytonabeach.com

November 9

Night of Jazz at the Museum MOAS, 6p – 8p, Daytona Beach www.allevents.in

November 11

Bango Bango’s Ladies of the 80’s Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center https://ritztheatersanford.com

1964: The Tribute, a Beatles Show Peabody Auditorium 8p

Daytona Beach www.daytonabeach.com

November 15

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Peabody Auditorium

www.daytonabeach.com

Scavenger Hunt @ the Park Timucuan Oaks Garden www.daytonabeach.com

November 16

Patti LaBelle in Concert Peabody Auditorium, 7pm, Daytona Beach www.daytonabeach.com

2023

November 16 - 18

11th Annual NSB Rock & Roll Music Fest Flagler Ave, NSB www.flaglerave.com

November 17

Ultimate Floyd Tribute

Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center https://ritztheatersanford.com

November 18

The Society Band: Motown Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center https://ritztheatersanford.com

November 23

Thanksgiving with The Cyclones Duo 3pm – 7pm River Deck Tiki Bar & Restaurant www.visitnsbfl.com

November 24

Thanksgiving Gifts Event Ponce Inlet Lighthouse www.visitnsbfl.com

November 25

A Night of Love Songs

The Historic Artisan Hotel, Deland www.thepinnaclesingers.com

December 1 – 23rd

Merry Hitmas Music Festival

Every Weekend, Flagler Ave, NSB www.flaglerave.com

December 3

Sanford Jazz Ensemble – Let’s Celebrate Christmas

Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center https://ritztheatersanford.com

December 8

The Prophecy Show: The Music of Trans Siberian Orchestra

Peabody Auditorium www.peabodyauditorium.org

December 13

Dog House Presents The Tree of Life Duo

Dog House Bar & Grill, 6pm – 9pm www.visitnsbfl.com

December 16

A Night Before Christmas

The Historic Artisan Hotel, Deland www.thepinnaclesingers.com

December 17

Orlando Big Band – A White Christmas

Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center

https://ritztheatersanford.com

December 19

Celtic Woman A Christmas Symphony

Peabody Auditorium

www.daytonabeach.com

November 4 & 5 • Downtown Daytona Beach

61st Annual

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4 - 9AM TO 5PM

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 5 - 10AM TO 4PM

Historic Downtown Riverfront Park on Beach Street, between Bay Street and Orange Avenue.

Enjoy over 200 fine eartists and artisans from around the country. www.HalifaxArtFestival. org

Artist Credit: Leon F. Ruiz, Half Way There, acrylic on canvas

THE GUILD OF THE MUSEUM OF ARTS & SCIENCES presents

ArtScene

Ongoing

Volusia County

Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art Museum of Arts & Sciences www.moas.org

Florida Weather

Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art Museum of Arts & Sciences www.moas.org

The Seminole and the Everglades

Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art Museum of Arts & Sciences www.moas.org

Jack Mitchell Portrait Gallery

ACA Main Campus, Pabst Visitor Center & Gallery www.atlanticcenterforthearts.org

Annual Members Showcase Awards Exhibit

Art League of Daytona Beach www.artleague.org

Art Connects ALZ

Every Wednesday

The Hub on Canal www.thehuboncanal.org

Artisan Alley

Every Friday

Downtown DeLand www.mainstreetdeland.org

Art & Artisan Stroll – Gallery Walk

1st Saturday Monthly, Canal Street www.visitnsbfl.com

Ongoing - November 12

“Annual Members’ Showcase” Awards Exhibit Art League of Daytona Beach www.artleague.org

Ongoing – November 30

Can you Digget? The Life and Legacy of Mr. Lawson Digget Halifax Historical Museum www.halifaxhistorical.org

Ongoing – December 31

Vintage Toys Exhibit – Toy for Tots Halifax Historical Museum www.halifaxhistorical.org

November 2

Game Night at the Museum Deland Museum of Art Guild https://moartdeland.org/

November 4

61st Annual Halifax Art Festival Riverfront Shops of Daytona Beach www.daytonabeach.com

November 4

Painting at the Museum Beach Resin on Canvas

Ponce Inlet Historical Museum www.daytonabeach.com

Talk Art! Deborah Mongato

The Hub on Canal www.visitnsbfl.com

International Fly Fishing Film Festival New Smyrna Beach www.allevents.in

November 4 - 5

202 Halifax Art Festival

Ormond Beach from Orange Ave to Bay Street www.allevents.in

November 8

Coffee, Chocolates, and Collections

WW2 Stories MOAS, 3p – 4p, Daytona Beach www.allevents.in

November 11

Quilting with Joni David The Hub on Canal www.visitnsbfl.com

November 11, 12

The Flamingo Follies Holiday Art Show Flagler Ave., 9am – 5pm www.visitnsbfl.com

November 12

Palm Coast Fall Arts Festival Central Park, 11a – 3p www.palmcoast.gov

November 13

Palette Knife Painting with Pamela Tatum The Hub on Canal www.visitnsbfl.com

November 18

Holiday Artisian Market Tanger, Daytona Beach www.daytonabeach.com

Festival of the Arts Deland Downtown Deland www.daytonabeach.com

Indigenous Peoples Heritage Day

Ponce Inlet Lighthouse www.visitnsbfl.com

November 18 – 19

Fall Festival of the Arts Downtown Deland www.mainstreetdeland.org

TheaterScene

November 2 – 5

Educating Rita City Repertory Theatre www.crtpalmcoast.com

November 3

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center

https://ritztheatersanford.com

Movies on the Halifax - Soul The Casements www.daytonabeach.com

November 4

BIA Network Fall Premiere 2023

Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center https://ritztheatersanford.com

November 4, 7

Random Acts of Insanity Improv Comedy Cinematique Theatre www.daytonabeach.com

November 4 – 5

Broadway at the Beach

The Little Theatre www.visitnsbfl.com

November 10 – 26

Storefront Church

Limelight Theatre www.limelight-theatre.org

November 17

Bonkerz Comedy Night

Cici & Hyatt Brown Museum of Art

6p – 8:30p, Daytona www.allevents.in

November 17-19

2 and 7 pm

Nutcracker by Ormond Ballet

The Coliseum 176 N Beach St www.ormondballet.com/events/nutcracker

November 26, 30, December 1-3, 7-10, 14-17

Irving Berlin’s White Christmas Musical Athens Theatre www.daytonabeach.com

November 30, December 1-3, 7-10

A Christmas Carol

The Little Theatre of NSB https://www.nsbplayers.org

December 1

Family Movie Classics – The Polar Express

Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center https://ritztheatersanford.com

December 1 – 3

CRT’s Holiday Cabaret City Repertory Theatre

www.crtpalmcoast.com

December 1-3, 8-10, 15-17

Christmas Chaos

Shoestring Theatre

www.shoestringtheatre.net

December 2

A Christmas Carol The Musical

Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater

www.drphillipscenter.org

Russian Ballet Orlando Nutcracker

Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center

https://ritztheatersanford.com

December 4

The Book of Mormon Musical

Peabody Auditorium 7:30p

Daytona Beach

www.daytonabeach.com

December 8

Movies on the Halifax – Unaccompanied Minors The Casements www.daytonabeach.com

December 8 – 10, 14 – 17

How to Steal a Picasso

Daytona Playhouse www.daytonaplayhouse.org

December 8 – 24

World Premiere: The Nutcracker Steinmetz Hall www.drphillipscenter.org

December 9 – 10

Stone Dance Academy – The Nutcracker

Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center

https://ritztheatersanford.com

December 12

Derek Hough Symphony of Dance

Walt Disney Theater

www.drphillipscenter.org

December 15

The Illusionists Magic of the Holidays

Walt Disney Theater

www.drphillipscenter.org

Phantasmagoria: A Most Haunted Christmas

Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center

https://ritztheatersanford.com

Art in the Form of Film: tick, tick… BOOM!

The Hub on Canal www.visitnsbfl.com

Daytona Beach

American Chart House 1100 Marina Point Dr. 255 9022

The Club At Pelican Bay 350 Pelican Bay Dr. 756 0040

Doc Bales Grill 100 N Atlantic Ave. 254 8200

Daytona’s Steakhouse & Wine Bar at First Turn

5236 S Ridgewood Ave. 788 5434

H2O Daytona Bar & Grill

1615 South Atlantic Ave. 255 0921

Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse Grill

Daytona Beach Hilton 100 N. Atlantic Ave. 226 9844

Malcolm’s Bar & Grill 1000 Champion Dr. 523 2088

Malibu Beach Grill

The Pavilion at Port Orange 5543 S Williamson Blvd., Suite 900 492 2968

Millie’s Restaurant & Catering 3218 South Atlantic Ave. 275 1492

Monkey Morning Cafe 1728 S Nova Rd. 238-9045

The Red Bud Cafe 317 Seabreeze Blvd. 310 8512

HalifaxCuisine

American Sloppy Joe’s 250 N. Atlantic Ave., Suite 220 239 0014

Webber’s Steakhouse 2017 S. Ridgewood 761 5982

Pub

BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse 2514 W International Speedway Blvd. 226 2005

Daytona Tap Room 310 Seabreeze Blvd. 872 3298

Miller’s Ale House 1564 Outlet Blvd.

Seafood Crabby Joe’s Deck & Grill 3701 S. Atlantic Avenue 788 3364

Joe’s Crab Shack 1200 Main St 238 4050

Macker Seafood 600 Mason Ave., Ste. 100 253 9905

Sushi

Ronin Sushi & Bar, LLC 111 W International Speedway Blvd. 252 6320

Sushi King 238 N Nova Rd. 310 4129

Diner/Café

Mai Tai Bar

N. Atlantic Ave. 947 2493

Ocean Deck Restaurant & Beach Club 127 Ocean Ave. 253 5224

Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery Shoppes at One Daytona 516 8322

Seafood Bay St. Seafood 141 Bay Street 386 255 8650

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. 250 N. Atlantic Ave. 947 8433

Honeybaked Ham & Café 345 Bill France Blvd 238 0026

Starlite Diner 401 N. Atlantic Ave. 25 9555

Steve’s Famous Diner 2011 N. Atlantic Ave. 252 7340

Mexican Chucherias Hondurenas 101 2nd St., Holly Hill 239 0548

Italian Anna’s Trattoria Italian Cuisine 304 Seabreeze Blvd. 239 9624

Cafe D’Amore Bellevue Ave. 220 4411

Carrabas 2200 W. International Speedway Blvd. 255 3344

The Cellar 220 Magnolia Avenue 258 0011

Don Vito’s Italian Restaurant 137 West International Speedway Blvd. 492 7935

Rosselini’s Italian Restaurant 136 S. Atlantic Ave. 253 8333

Pizza Fratelli’s Pizzeria 2328 S Atlantic Ave. 256-4888

French Chez Paul 927 North Beach Street 252 3588

Asian Hibachi Grill 1320 W Int’l Speedway Blvd 748 3817

Siam Spice 101 Bay St. 252 8792

HalifaxCuisine

Asian Zen Bistro 223 Magnolia Ave 248 0453

Indian Masala Indian Cuisine 581 Beville Rd. 760 4505

Caribbean Bahama Breeze Island Grille 1786 W International Speedway 226 2292

Caribbean Jack’s 701 Ballough Rd. 523 3000

Healthy Dancing Avocado Kitchen 110 S. Beach St. 947 2022

Kale Café Juice Bar & Vegan Bistro 116 N Beach St. 872-5097

Sweet Treats Angell and Phelps Cafe 156 S Beach St. 257 2677

Duck Donuts 1405 Cornerstone Blvd. Suite C 256 7714

Sweet Marlays 214 S Beach St. 310 7817

Port Orange Area

American Lola’s Cantina & Burger Bar 1665 Dunlawton Ave. #101 761 6868

Original First Turn Restaurant 5236 S Ridgewood Ave 788 5434

Our Deck Down Under 78 Dunlawton Ave. 767 1881

Seafood

Aunt Catfish’s 4009 Halifax Drive 767 4768

Italian

Genovese’s Italian Cafe 116 Dunlawton Blvd. 767 4151

Coffee/Wine/Spirits

Dunes Brewing 59 Dunlawton Ave Port Orange ( under the Dunlawton Bridge) www.dunesbrewing.com

95 and Vine 1665 Dunlawton Avenue 947 7929

Ponce Inlet

American Hidden Treasure Rum Bar & Grill 4940 South Penninsula Drive 761 9271

Racing’s North Turn Beach Bar & Grill 4511 S Atlantic Ave 322 3258

Seafood

Down the Hatch Seafood Comapny 4894 Front Street 761 4831