Archived Events & Exhibitions

August 2024
	ACA Spotlight 8/17/2024, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by artist, Bethany Bennett.
July 2024
	Creative Expressions for Veterans 7/24/2024 -12/18/2024 Atlantic Center for the Arts is proud to partner with the Daytona Beach Vet Center to present ongoing workshops of music, writing, and visual art.
	ACA Spotlight 27 7/20/2024, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by artist, Bethany Bennett.
	Arts & Emotion with Justincredible 7/17/2024, 7:00pm Local Poet and Music Producer, Justincredible shares his knowledge of using the arts to gain emotional intelligence.
	Open House Family Fun Day at Live Oak Cultural Center 7/13/2024, 9:00am – 12:00pm Celebrate our New Smyrna Beach community at the Live Oak Cultural Center! Join us for a morning of arts, crafts, games and family activities for all ages.
	INsideOUT #194 7/11/2024, 6:30pm – 9:00pm INsideOUT is an extraordinary opportunity for the public to witness Innovative and diverse new works. Presentations of new work, works in-progress and informal studio visits will be presented by Artists-in-Residence.
June 2024
	Speaking with the Land 6/29/2024, 10:00am – 12:00pm Atlantic Center for the Arts is proud to present Speaking with the Land, an interactive and immersive outdoor experience inspired by the environmental legacy of founder, artist and environmentalist Doris ‘Doc’ Leeper.
	DEAR ROBIN / LOVE FRED 6/28/2024, 10:00am – 4:00pm Alumna Robin Brailsford returns to Atlantic Center for the Arts with DEAR ROBIN / LOVE FRED, exhibition dedicated to the late Fred Chappell (1936-2024), Mentoring Artist Residency #30, April 2-22, 1989.
	OUTreach: Angela Dufresne 6/26/2024, 6:00pm – 7:00pm Angela Dufresne will present her approach to building narratives through conversations, dialogue, shared authorship, and collaboration, focusing on exploring complex themes in art.
	OUTreach: Okwui Okpokwasili 6/24/2024, 7:30pm – 9:30pm adaku, part 1: the road opens premiered at ICA Boston and was subsequently staged at REDCAT and BAM in 2023. In this chapter of a larger speculative mythology, a precolonial African village is at the cusp of a major upheaval.
	OUTreach: Kahil El’Zabar 6/24/2024 7:30pm – 9:30pm “It is crucial for us to emphasize the value of human creativity in the era of artificial intelligence and prioritize an ethical approach to research and development. By nurturing artistic development through pedagogy, we foster growth and avoid mere conjecture. Therefore, exploring improvisation as a means of discovering new possibilities beyond established methods.” – Kahil El’Zabar
	African Dance Improvisation for Youth 6/19/2024, 2:00pm – 3:00pm Celebrate Juneteenth with ACA and the City of New Smyrna Beach! Dancer and artist, Sauda Jackson presents African Dance Improvisation for Youth.
	ACA at Alonzo ‘Babe’ James Community Summer Camp 6/19/2024 – 7/29/2024 ACA brings exceptional local talent to the summer camp of Alonzo “Babe” James Community Center in New Smyrna Beach. Mondays from 1-2pm
	ACA Spotlight 26 6/15/2024, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by artist, Bethany Bennett.
	Summer Art Camp 2024 6/11/2024 – 7/26/2024 Atlantic Center for the Arts’ Summer Art Camp is held at ACA Harris House and Yurick Studios in downtown New Smyrna Beach. Each weekly session gives kids an opportunity to explore ideas of art and culture through hands-on experience with a variety of art forms.
May 2024
	INsideOUT #193 5/30/2024, 6:30pm – 9:00pm INsideOUT is an extraordinary opportunity for the public to witness Innovative and diverse new works. Presentations of new work, works in-progress and informal studio visits will be presented by Artists-in-Residence.
	OUTreach: Pamela Z 5/27/2024, 7:30pm – 9:30pm Join us for Mentoring Artist-in-Residence colloquium series featuring leading artists presenting their studio practice, work process and notable works. Mature content.
	OUTreach: Sonja Henderson 5/27/2024, 7:30pm – 9:30pm Join us for Mentoring Artist-in-Residence colloquium series featuring leading artists presenting their studio practice, work process and notable works. Mature content.
	Speaking with the Land 5/25/2024, 10:00am – 12:00pm Atlantic Center for the Arts is proud to present Speaking with the Land, an interactive and immersive outdoor experience inspired by the environmental legacy of founder, artist and environmentalist Doris ‘Doc’ Leeper.
	OUTreach: Crystal Wilkinson 5/23/2024 Crystal Wilkinson, a recent fellowship recipient of the Academy of American Poets, is Kentucky’s Poet Laureate. She is the award-winning author of Perfect Black, a collection of poems, and three works of fiction—The Birds of Opulence, Water Street and Blackberries, Blackberries.
	ACA Spotlight 25 5/18/2024, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by artist, Bethany Bennett.
	35th Annual University Student Exhibition 5/17/2024, 5:00pm – 7:00pm Join us for the 35th Annual University Student Exhibition at Atlantic Center for the Arts, Juried by Cartoonist and Playwright Dean Haspiel (Mentoring Artist-in-Residence #147, #188).
	Literary Tea 5/9/2024, 4:00pm – 6:00pm A gathering, facilitated by Sonja Jean Craig, of writers and listeners. The first part of the program features a mentor, who will speak on relevant issues for the writing journey. Followed be an opportunity to share whatever you are working on, all kinds of writing. Tea and snacks will be available.
	33rd Annual Volusia County Select Exhibition 5/4/2024, 4:00pm – 7:00pm Atlantic Center for the Arts is proud to host and sponsor the annual Volusia County Select Exhibition that showcases the artistic talents of Volusia County public high school students.
	BRUNO MOSKOLA: The Outskirts 5/4/2024 – 6/15/2024
April 2024
	Speaking with the Land 4/27/2024, 1:00pm – 5:00pm Celebrate Earth Day by Speaking with the Land! Join ACA and Stetson University Institute for Water and Environmental Resilience for a fun, educational celebration of the lands surrounding Atlantic Center for the Arts.
	POETRY, LYRICS AND QUOTES OH MY! – an art journaling workshop 4/27/2024, 9:30am – 12:00pm Humans have fallen in love with certain poetry, lyrics, and quotes since these art forms began! And what is it about certain song lyrics, poems or quotes that stir our emotions or leave a positive or relatable impact on us?
	ACA Spotlight 24 4/20/2024, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by artist, Bethany Bennett.
	Leeper’s Seekers: Part 2 – Doris “Doc” Leeper on Environmentalism 4/19/2024, 2:00pm – 4:00pm Leap into the legacy of visionary Doris “Doc” Leeper in a four-part educational program that explores Leeper’s art, environmentalism, fundraising, and dedication to volunteerism in Volusia County.
	ACA Arts & Wellness Academy 4/19/2024 – 4/21/2024 Atlantic Center for the Arts (ACA) is driven by a mission that focuses on multidisciplinary artistic collaboration and mentorship. Since 2015, ACA Arts & Wellness ambassadors have developed a shared culture and experiential method that connects the arts to community health.
	Book signing with ShORE keynote speaker, Clay Henderson 4/11/2024, 4:00pm – 5:30pm Join ACA and ShORE for a book signing after this year’s annual conference. Keynote speaker, Clay Henderson will sign his book, Forces of Nature.
	Sharing Our Research With Everyone 4/11/2024, 10:00am – 4:00pm Celebrate Indian River Lagoon by attending this convening presented by Marine Discovery Center, Stetson University, Bethune-Cookman University, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, the Indian River Lagoon National Estuary Program, Volusia County Public Schools, and Atlantic Center for the Arts.
	41st Annual Horsin’ Around Auction 4/7/2024, 11:00am – 4:00pm For 41 years, Horsin’ Around has been THE event to enjoy an afternoon with friends in support of the arts! Pick up a restaurant gift certificate, a spa day, or a round of golf.
	Seed Lynn, Children’s Home Society: Photography As Voice 4/6/2024, 4:00pm – 7:00pm Photography as Voice, led by ACA Artist Ambassador Bethany Bennett, is an intensive photography workshop produced in partnership with the Children’s Home Society. Through this program, children work with photographer Seed Lynn to produce a series of self-portraits exploring narrative storytelling.
	Speak Your Peace – The Use of Music and Art for Healing 4/6/2024, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Join ACA and guest artist Katie Martin for an afternoon of exploring sound frequencies, plant music, and healing through words and vibrations . Katie will discuss the power of words and intention when using art and music for a source of healing, while also diving into the world of sound healing through certain tones and frequencies.
	Under Nature’s Spell: Paintings by Leslie Neumann 4/6/2024 – 5/25/2024
	Freeing Our Poetic Voices 4/3/2024 – 4/24/2024 Celebrate National Poetry Month with ACA!
March 2024
	Literary Tea 3/28/2024, 4:00pm – 6:00pm A gathering, facilitated by Sonja Jean Craig, of writers and listeners. The first part of the program features a mentor, who will speak on relevant issues for the writing journey.
	Leeper’s Seekers 3/27/2024, 10:00am – 12:00pm Leap into the legacy of visionary Doris “Doc” Leeper in a four-part educational program exploring Leeper’s art, environmentalism, fundraising, and dedication to volunteerism in Volusia County.
	Light is Key 3/23/2024, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learning how to shape and use light in photography is a transformative skill that can elevate your portraiture work to new heights. Join local photographer, James Carey (of Cultuvue Productions) for a live demonstration of his creative process.
	ACA Spotlight 23 3/16/2024, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by artist, Bethany Bennett.
	Open Studio feat. Perri Lynch Howard & Gordon Hempton 3/14/2024, 12:00pm – 2:00pm These two artists will be using ACA Harris House Gallery as an open studio, inviting the public to investigate their creation of sound installations with visual touchstones delving into the process of finding edges in our soundscape.
	Soundwalk with Artists-in-Residence Gordon Hempton & Perri Lynch Howard 3/9/2024, 11:00am – 1:00pm Explore the sounds and rhythms of our urban and natural world with Atlantic Center for the Arts. Beneficial for people of all ages to relieve stress, gain focus, and develop a deeper understanding of how we fit into the ecosystem of our environment.
	Sound is an Expression of Space: The Art of Listening w/Gordon Hempton and Perri Lynch Howard 3/8/2024, 7:00pm – 9:00pm ACA Soundscape Field Station artists-in-residence, Gordon Hempton and Perri Lynch Howard present an evening of conversation and stories about the sounds and quiet within the environment.
	Art It Through 3/5/2024 – 3/12/2024 A workshop for those moving through grief after a loss. Join artist ambassador Monica Vidal for an inspiring guided opportunity to use the arts for self-care.
	Artist Talk with Perri Lynch Howard 3/2/2024, 5:30pm – 6:30pm 3/14/2024, 12:00pm – 2:00pm Join the ACA Soundscape Field Station Artist-in-Residence Perri Lynch Howard for an artist talk delving into her process of finding edges in our soundscape. Perri will be using ACA Harris House Gallery as an open studio, inviting the public to investigate her creation of sound installations with visual touchstones.
	Sound & Story with Artist-in-Residence Perri Lynch Howard 3/2/2024, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Awaken your sense of place and creatively engage your surroundings through a sound walk and journaling workshop led by artist, Perri Lynch Howard. This workshop is a part of the ACA Soundscape Field Station at Canaveral National Seashore
	Nancy Hamlin Vogler: Backyard Studio Kitchen 3/2/2024 – 4/13/2024
	10,000 Hours: Paintings by Rene Guerin 3/2/2024 – 3/30/2024
February 2024
	INsideOUT #192 2/29/2024, 6:30pm – 9:00pm INsideOUT is an extraordinary opportunity for the public to witness Innovative and diverse new works. Presentations of new work, works in-progress and informal studio visits will be presented by Artists-in-Residence.
	OUTreach: Renee Cox 2/26/2024, 5:00pm – 6:00pm Join us for Mentoring Artist-in-Residence colloquium series featuring leading artists presenting their studio practice, work process and notable works. Mature content.
	Bird As Metaphor – an art journaling workshop 2/24/2024, 9:30am – 12:00pm In this art journaling workshop we will explore the bird of your choosing and the symbols and metaphors that relate to you and your stories.
	OUTreach: william cordova 2/21/2024, 5:00pm – 6:00pm Join us for Mentoring Artist-in-Residence colloquium series featuring leading artists presenting their studio practice, work process and notable works. Mature content.
	OUTreach: Sharon Bridgforth 2/20/2024, 5:00pm – 6:00pm Join us for Mentoring Artist-in-Residence colloquium series featuring leading artists presenting their studio practice, work process and notable works. Mature content.
	ACA Spotlight 22 2/17/2024, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Join us for Mentoring Artist-in-Residence colloquium series featuring leading artists presenting their studio practice, work process and notable works. Mature content.
	Art Journaling for Self-Care 2/14/2024, 11:00am – 12:30pm In this introductory art journaling workshop, you will learn how to create an art journal page spread not only for self-care and storytelling but also to explore fun and creative mark making and collage techniques used in mixed media.
	Soundwalk 2/10/2024, 11:00pm – 12:30pm Explore the sounds and rhythms of our urban and natural world with Atlantic Center for the Arts. Beneficial for people of all ages to relieve stress, gain focus, and develop a deeper understanding of how we fit into the ecosystem of our environment.
	2024 INFOBAHN 2/10/2024 – 5/11/2024 The Atlantic Center for the Arts proudly presents Associate Artists Alumni Exhibition INFOBAHN of printed works on paper and digital media. Featuring artists working in visual, literary, media, time-based and performing arts.
January 2024
	Adorn: A Jewelry Invitational 1/26/2024 – 2/23/2024
	Calming Totems 1/25/2024, 11:00am – 12:30pm Join medical professional and artist, Dr. Eileen Hernandez for a unique workshop to create your own Calming Totem. These totems are personalized reminders affirming a quote, mantra or prayer to carry with you throughout your day.
	ACA Spotlight 21 1/20/2024, 1:00 – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by artist, Bethany Bennett.
	Body Dialogues 1/20/2024, 10:00am – 2:00pm Learn Body Dialogue with Janice Rous, a mind/ body practice that synthesizes dance, contemplative movement, energy work, visual journaling and breathing practices in the holistic space of care and compassion.
	Soundwalk 1/13/2024, 11:00am – 12:30pm Explore the sounds and rhythms of our urban and natural world with Atlantic Center for the Arts. Beneficial for people of all ages to relieve stress, gain focus, and develop a deeper understanding of how we fit into the ecosystem of our environment.
	NEVER ODD OR EVEN: An Exhibition of Paintings by Carrie Ann Baade 1/6/2024 – 2/9/2024 Carrie Ann Baade is a contemporary painter whose work quotes from, interacts with, and deeply relates to art history. For her upcoming alt_space exhibition at Arts on Douglas, she presents Never Odd or Even.
	Literary Tea 1/4/2024, 4:00pm – 6:00pm A gathering, facilitated by Sonja Jean Craig, of writers and listeners.
December 2023
	ACA Spotlight 20 12/16/2023, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by ACA Community Artist, Bethany Bennett.
	Brian Turner & Kelle Groom: READINGS, Q&A, BOOK SIGNINGS 12/15/2023, 6:00pm – 8:00pm Join us as two acclaimed Central Florida writers launch new books at ACA. Readings, Q&A, Book Signings
	Creative Medicine: Poetry and Prose with Rhythm 12/14/2023, 4:00pm – 5:30pm Welcome to Creative Medicine. A place to find well-being through the creative process.
	Conversations \| Artist-Led Residencies: Seedbeds for Exchange in Florida 12/9/2023, 3:00pm – 4:00pm Often established by artists, residencies offer vital time and space to create. They offer impactful and transformative experiences and help artists forge deep new connections with other art practitioners.
	Literary Tea 12/7/2023, 4:00pm – 5:00pm A gathering, facilitated by Sonja Jean Craig, of writers and listeners.
	Colin Finlay: “Taking Note” 12/4/2023, 10:00am – 2:00pm Highlights of the exhibit include portraits of recording artists Aimee Mann, Beck, Bonnie Raitt, Linda Perry and Nile Rodgers, and record producers Rick Rubin, The-Dream and Tricky Stewart.
November 2023
	ACA Spotlight 19 11/18/2023, 1:00pm – 3:00pm
	Atlantic Center for the Arts Volunteer League Fashion Show 11/8/2023, 11:30am – 1:30pm Atlantic Center for the Arts Volunteer League hosts an exclusive Chico’s Fashion Show featuring Holiday and Resort Wear.
	Felicia Savage Friedman, Alisha B Wormsley & Renee Cox: Collective Conjuring Virtual Panel Discussion 11/4/2023, 2:00pm – 3:00pm This is a program of Open Ashram: Collectively Conjuring exhibition partnership with Sibyls Shrine, curated by Jessica Gaynelle Moss.
October 2023
	Nature Sketch Club 10/28/2023, 11:00am – 12:00pm Enjoy the outdoors with this engaging activity. Artist Bethany Bennett, MFA leads you through sketch techniques and wellness exercises to bring you closer to nature.
	BIG INK – Inky Fingers Tour 10/28/2023 – 10:00am – 5:00pm ACA presents BIG INK and their Big Tuna printing press at our downtown Harris House location.
	INsideOUT 10/26/2023, 6:30pm – 9:00pm INsideOUT is an extraordinary opportunity for the public to witness Innovative and diverse new works. Presentations of new work, works in-progress and informal studio visits will be presented by Artists-in-Residence.
	ACA Spotlight 18 10/21/2023, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by ACA Community Artist, Bethany Bennett.
	OUTreach: Addae Moon 10/18/2023, 5:00pm – 6:00pm Join us for Mentoring Artist-in-Residence colloquium series featuring leading artists presenting their studio practice, work process and notable works. Mature content.
	OUTreach: Missy Mazzoli 10/17/2023, 5:00pm – 6:00pm Join us for Mentoring Artist-in-Residence colloquium series featuring leading artists presenting their studio practice, work process and notable works. Mature content.
	OUTreach: avery r. young 10/16/2023, 5:00pm – 6:00pm Join us for Mentoring Artist-in-Residence colloquium series featuring leading artists presenting their studio practice, work process and notable works. Mature content.
	Soundwalk 10/14/2023, 11:00am – 12:30pm Explore the sounds and rhythms of our urban and natural world with Atlantic Center for the Arts. Beneficial for people of all ages to relieve stress, gain focus, and develop a deeper understanding of how we fit into the ecosystem of our environment.
	Felicia Savage Friedman & Alisha B Wormsley: Open Ashram: Collectively Conjuring 10/7/2023, 4:00pm – 7:00pm Exploring movement, gesture and moving image, this exhibition has transformed the Atlantic Center for the Arts’ Harris House into a protected ashram, paying homage to the life of and work of artist, mother, and spiritual leader Alice Coltrane Turiyasangitananda.
	Joseph Palmerio: Brushstrokes 10/7/2023 – 11/18/2023
	Creative Medicine: Poetry and Prose with Rhythm 10/5/2023 Join local poet, Sonja Jean Craig for a community gathering to share thoughts and writings that focus on wellness. This is a place to find well-being through the creative process.
	“Writing a Personal Essay” with Carl Scharwath 10/3/2023, 1:00pm – 2:30pm Personal essays are a powerful medium for self-expression and connection. They allow us to delve deep into our memories, emotions, and observations, weaving them into narratives that captivate and engage others.
	Art It Through 10/3/2023 – 11/7/2023 A workshop for those moving through grief after a loss. Join artist ambassador Monica Vidal for an inspiring guided opportunity to use the arts for self-care.
September 2023
	OneBeat 2023 Concert at Atlantic Center for the Arts 9/30/2023, 7:00pm – 10:00pm This diverse group of musicians will be in residency at Atlantic Center for the Arts for two weeks to exchange ideas, create original music, and develop meaningful friendships prior to touring venues and meeting with community partners in the Southeast.
	Frewuhn: REVELATION Virtual Performance 9/16/2023, 2:00pm – 3:00pm Frewuhn presents selected compositions from REVELATION exhibition featured at Harris House, produced in partnership with SEISMIQUE. In this mixed media performance, she offers a glimpse into the depths of the exhibition’s poetic landscape.
	ACA Spotlight 17 9/16/2023, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by ACA Community Artist, Bethany Bennett.
	The Art of Collage with Mary Jo Pingley 9/14/2023, 1:00pm – 3:00pm This class will introduce you to the art of collage. Using paper as an art medium originated over a century ago. Participants will learn to use color, shapes, and textures to create an original decorative work of art.
	#Greatness: Behind the Scenes 9/11/2023 – 5/31/2024 ACA and Justincredible present a day of mentorship and talent featuring local and regional performing artists discussing their craft during a full day interactive workshop in Volusia County Public Schools.
	Expressive Art Journaling – Archetypes 9/9/2023, 1:00pm – 3:30pm Come explore visual art journaling and explore who we are in relation to archetypes.
	Literary Tea 9/7/2023, 4:00pm – 5:00pm A gathering facilitated by ACA Artist Ambassador Sonja Jean Craig, of writers and listeners.
	Healing Power of Mindfulness: Women’s Health and Breast Cancer Care 9/6/2023, 5:30pm – 7:30pm Focusing on the many health benefits of mindfulness, this event is for anyone who wants to learn natural ways to keep their body healthy while providing education on women’s health and breast cancer prevention, treatments and recovery.
	Frewuhn: REVELATION Reception 9/2/2023, 4:00pm – 7:00pm Drawing upon her background as a sonic artist, Frewuhn creates a multisensory experience that invites audiences to explore the sustainability of their current and future existence.
	Frewuhn: REVELATION Virtual Artist Talk 9/2/2023, 2:00pm – 3:00pm Join Atlantic Center for the Arts’ Curatorial and Residency Director Sadie Woods, Seismique International Director of Civic Art and Immersive Experiences Janice Bond, and artist Frewuhn in conversation about exhibition and select works featured in REVELATION.
	Audrey Hope: WHEN THE YOGI IS TIRED 9/2/2023 – 10/14/2023
August 2023
	Expressive Art Journaling 8/22/2023, 11:00am – 12:30pm Explore your creativity in this fun, playful session led by Atlantic Center for the Arts artist ambassador, Bethany Bennett.
	ACA Spotlight 16 8/19/2023, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by ACA Community Artist, Bethany Bennett.
	Frewuhn: REVELATION 8/19/2023 – 9/30/2023 In REVELATION, visionary artist Frewuhn travels to the year 2030, where water has reclaimed much of the earth, leaving only the resonance of sound as the primary essence of existence. The artist invites visitors to an immersive sanctuary through a carefully curated collage of soundscapes, video installations, and evocative photography.
	2024 Pabst Visitor Center and Gallery Exhibition Open Call 8/14/2023 – 12/15/2023 Atlantic Center for the Arts is committed to providing a platform for emerging, mid-career and established artists to present concepts that have been nurtured and developed during residencies through exhibitions programming.
	Speak Your Peace – The Use of Music and Art for Healing 8/12/2023, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Join ACA and guest artist Katie Martin for an afternoon of music, poetry, and art. Katie will discuss the power of words and intention when using art and music for a source of healing and how to find a mixture of focused and free form expression to create an emotional release in a safe space.
	2024 INFOBAHN Open Call 8/7/2023 – 12/15/2023 The Atlantic Center for the Arts cordially invites all previous Associate Artists to participate in INFOBAHN Exhibition. This annual alumni show exhibits modern and contemporary visual art, literary arts, performing arts, and time-based works in digital format.
	ENDLESS SUMMER: A Group Exhibition 8/5/2023 – 9/23/2023
July 2023
	ACA Spotlight 15 7/15/2023, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by ACA Community Artist, Bethany Bennett.
	INsideOUT 7/13/2023, 6:30pm – 9:00pm INsideOUT is an extraordinary opportunity for the public to witness Innovative and diverse new works. Presentations of new work, works in-progress and informal studio visits will be presented by Artists-in-Residence
	OUTreach: Alteronce Gumby 7/10/2023, 5:00pm – 6:00pm Join us for Mentoring Artist-in-Residence presentations at the Atlantic Center for the Arts residency program. This event is free and open to the public. Mature content.
	OUTreach: Helina Metaferia 7/5/2023, 5:00pm – 6:00pm Join us for Mentoring Artist-in-Residence presentations at the Atlantic Center for the Arts residency program. This event is free and open to the public. Mature content.
	OUTreach: Larry Ossei: Mensah 7/3/2023, 5:00pm – 6:00pm Join us for Mentoring Artist-in-Residence presentations at the Atlantic Center for the Arts residency program. This event is free and open to the public. Mature content.
	Jason Schwab: Speak Soft(er) & Carry a Big Stick 7/1/2023, 10:00am – 4:00pm A visual exploration of masculine tropes and archetypes
June 2023
	We Are One 6/19/2023, 10:00am – 11:30am Celebrate Juneteenth with ACA and the City of New Smyrna Beach! Dancer and artist, Sauda Jackson presents We Are One, based on a song by Sweet Honey in the Rock.
	ACA Spotlight 14 6/17/2023, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by ACA Community Artist, Bethany Bennett.
	Arts & Mindfulness – Live Zoom with Rachel Chase 6/15/2023 – 7/27/2023 Join ACA artist ambassador, Rachel Chase to explore four aspects of self: physical, mental, emotional, spiritual. Learn and experience simple practices and processes for self exploration and healing.
	ACA Summer Art Camp 2023 6/13/2023 – 7/28/2023 Atlantic Center for the Arts’ Summer Art Camp is held at ACA Harris House and Yurick Studios in downtown New Smyrna Beach. Each weekly session gives kids an opportunity to explore ideas of art and culture through hands-on experience with a variety of art forms.
	ACA at Alonzo ‘Babe’ James Summer Camp 6/9/2023 – 7/31/2023 ACA partners with Creative Purpose Productions to bring exceptional local talent to the summer camp of Alonzo “Babe” James Community Center in New Smyrna Beach.
	Past Perfect: Group Exhibition + Sale 6/3/2023 – 7/8/2023
	Put A Bird On It 6/3/2023 – 8/19/2023 In the spring of 2023, Atlantic Center for the Arts invited the public to a series of free talks designed to create an awareness and appreciation of the environment through the study of birds and the Florida Wildlife Corridor. Southeast Volusia Audubon Society, Stetson University Water and Environmental Resilience Institute, Florida Native Plant Society and Canaveral National Seashore speakers informed audiences on these important topics.
	INsideOUT 6/1/2023, 6:30pm – 9:00pm INsideOUT is an extraordinary opportunity for the public to witness Innovative and diverse new works. Presentations of new work, works in-progress and informal studio visits will be presented by Artists-in-Residence.
May 2023
	OUTreach: Nina C. Young 5/30/2023, 5:00pm – 6:00pm Join us for an artist presentation by composer Nina C. Young, Mentoring Artist-in-Residence at the Atlantic Center for the Arts residency program.
	OUTreach: Sky Hopinka 5/25/2023, 5:15pm – 6:15pm Join us for an artist presentation by film maker and visual artist Sky Hopinka, Mentoring Artist-in-Residence at the Atlantic Center for the Arts residency program.
	OUTreach: Rone Shavers 5/22/2023, 5:00pm – 6:00pm Join us for an artist presentation by fiction writer Rone Shavers, Mentoring Artist-in-Residence at the Atlantic Center for the Arts residency program.
	ACA Spotlight 13 5/20/2023, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by ACA Community Artist, Bethany Bennett.
	34th Annual University Student Exhibition 5/20/2023 – 7/29/2023
	Art It Through 5/9/2023, 6:00pm – 7:30pm A workshop for those moving through grief after a loss. Join artist and internationally accredited psychologist, Monica Vidal for an inspiring guided opportunity to use the arts for self-care. Participants will engage in activities that allow for support and creative expression while navigating the stages of grief.
	Around The World 5/9/2023. 9:00am – 12:00pm Join ACA’s art camp coordinator Peggy Imbert for a tour around the world. Each month ACA will feature different art techniques and styles of our global neighbors, Great Britain, Mexico, Italy, Egypt, China, Japan, France, and more!
	32nd Annual Volusia County Select Exhibition 5/6/2023, 4:00pm – 7:00pm Atlantic Center for the Arts is proud to host and sponsor the 32nd annual Volusia County Select, an exhibition that showcases the artistic talents of Volusia County high school students.
	“How-To” Festival 5/6/2023, 11:00am – 12:00pm ACA’s Arts & Wellness ambassador, Bethany Bennett will lead a fun kids activity at the NSB Regional Public Library.
April 2023
	OneBeat 2023 Concert at Atlantic Center for the Arts 4/29/2023, 7:30pm – 9:00pm OneBeat is thrilled to be returning to ACA for our eleventh edition of the program. ACA continues to be an invaluable partner and home to the OneBeat residency, setting the standard for an inspiring, supportive and safe creative space.
	Celebrate National Poetry Month at ACA! Anne Barngrover Reading from Everwhen 4/28/2023, 5:00pm – 6:00pm Anne Barngrover is the author of two earlier poetry collections, including Brazen Creature (University of Akron Press, 2018).
	Art It Through 4/25/2023 – 5/30/2023 A workshop for those moving through grief after a loss. Join artist and internationally accredited psychologist, Monica Vidal for an inspiring guided opportunity to use the arts for self-care.
	Painting for Wellness 4/21/2023, 12:00pm – 1:30pm Join ACA artist ambassador, Bethany Bennett for a fun and relaxing session of painting. Learn easy techniques and practice mindfulness while we play with colors and shapes to create a beautiful landscape. No experience necessary. Fun for everyone!
	Sharing Our Research with Everyone (ShORE) Symposium 4/21/2023, 10:00am – 4:00pm Celebrate Earth Day by attending this convening presented by Marine Discovery Center, Stetson University, Bethune-Cookman University, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, the Indian River Lagoon National Estuary Program, Volusia County Public Schools, and Atlantic Center for the Arts.
	ACA Spotlight 12 4/15/2023, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by ACA Community Artist, Bethany Bennett.
	ACA Arts & Wellness Academy 4/14/2023 – 4/16/2023 Atlantic Center for the Arts (ACA) is driven by a mission that focuses on multidisciplinary artistic collaboration and mentorship. Since 2015, ACA Arts & Wellness ambassadors have developed a shared culture and experiential method that connects the arts to community health.
	Second Saturday Soundwalk 4/8/2023, 11:00am – 1:00pm Explore the sounds and rhythms of our urban and natural world with Atlantic Center for the Arts. Beneficial for people of all ages to relieve stress, gain focus, and develop a deeper understanding of how we fit into the ecosystem of our environment.
	Freeing Our Poetic Voices The Formal Way 4/5/2023 – 4/26/2023 Convinced that sonnets are for Sonneteers? Sure that writing in the traditional poetic forms is the surest way to muzzle creativity? Join Florida Poet Laureate for Volusia County, M.B. McLatchey, in exploring how writing in poetic forms – chants, odes, haikus, epistolary poems, and more – can unleash our most authentic voices.
March 2023
	Final Concert Performance: Listening Pasts – Listening Futures 3/25/2023, 7:30pm – 9:30pm Atlantic Center for the Arts and The World Forum for Acoustic Ecology welcomes you to the conference’s closing night concert.
	Listening Pasts – Listening Futures: World Forum for Acoustic Ecology Conference 3/23/2023 – 3/26/2023 The World Forum for Acoustic Ecology (WFAE) and Atlantic Center for the Arts present a week of environmental sound events featuring the 30th WFAE conference: Listening Pasts – Listening Futures, its first hybrid virtual and in-person international conference since 2011 and the first conference of its kind in the United States of America.
	Panel Discussion: Listening Pasts – Listening Futures 3/22/2023, 7:00pm – 9:00pm Join ACA and The World Forum for Acoustic Ecology for a free, public panel discussion with writer David Haskell and fellow keynote speakers Amanda Guiterrez, Claude Schryer and 2023 ACA Soundscape Field Station artist-in-residence Jacek Smolicki.
	Sound Art Installation & Soundwalk with Jacek Smolicki: Listening Pasts – Listening Futures 3/22/2023, 3:00pm – 5:00pm The World Forum for Acoustic Ecology (WFAE) and Atlantic Center for the Arts present a week of environmental sound events featuring the 30th WFAE conference: *Listening Pasts – Listening Futures*, its first hybrid virtual and in-person international conference since 2011 and the first conference of its kind in the United States of America.
	Sound & Story with Perri Lynch Howard: Listening Pasts – Listening Futures 3/21/2023, 5:00pm – 7:00pm Awaken your sense of place and creatively engage your surroundings through a sound walk and journaling workshop led by artist, Perri Lynch Howard.
	The Lucky Trikes: Listening Pasts – Listening Futures 3/20/2023, 10:00am – 11:00am Storyteller/vocalist/uke player, Deirdre Harrison brings this storytelling chamber band that has been delighting intergenerational audiences since 2014. Each storytime is curated around a theme.
	Soundwalk: Listening Pasts – Listening Futures 3/19/2023, 11:00am – 1:00pm The World Forum for Acoustic Ecology (WFAE) and Atlantic Center for the Arts present a week of environmental sound events featuring the 30th WFAE conference: *Listening Pasts – Listening Futures*, its first hybrid virtual and in-person international conference since 2011 and the first conference of its kind in the United States of America.
	ACA Spotlight 11 3/18/2023, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by ACA Community Artist, Bethany Bennett.
	2023 Soundscape Field Station Artist in Residence 3/11/2023, 11:00am – 1:00pm The ACA Soundscape Field Station, a partnership between Atlantic Center for the Arts and Canaveral National Seashore, announces Sweden-based sound artist, Jacek Smolicki as its 2023 artist-in-residence.
	Art It Through 3/7/2023 – 4/11/2023 A workshop for those moving through grief after a loss. Join artist and internationally accredited psychologist, Monica Vidal for an inspiring guided opportunity to use the arts for self-care.
	INsideOUT 3/2/2023, 6:30pm – 9:00pm INsideOUT is an extraordinary opportunity for the public to witness Innovative and diverse new works. Presentations of new work, works in-progress and informal studio visits will be presented by Artists-in-Residence.
February 2023
	Expressive Art Journaling 2/28/2023, 11:00am – 1:00pm The goal of art journaling is to reduce stress and promote relaxation by increasing participants’ ability to play, experiment and gain self-guided insight and understanding of one’s own emotions.
	OUTreach: Judd Greenstein \| Composer, Performer 2/24/2023, 3:30pm – 4:30pm Mentoring Artist-in-Residence Presentation and Q&A
	OUTreach: Susanna Sonnenberg \| Writer 2/22/2023, 4:30pm – 5:30pm Susanna Sonnenberg is the author of two memoirs, Her Last Death and She Matters: A Life in Friendships, a New York Times Editors’ Choice, both published by Scribner.
	OUTreach: Dean Haspiel \| Cartoonist 2/20/2023, 5:00pm – 6:00pm Emmy Award-winning cartoonist Dean Haspiel is best known for creating Billy Dogma and The Red Hook, collaborating with Harvey Pekar, and Jonathan Ames, and illustrating for HBO’s “Bored to Death.”
	ACA Spotlight 10 2/18/2023, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by ACA Community Artist, Bethany Bennett.
	2023 INFOBAHN 2/11/2023 – 5/13/2023 The Atlantic Center for the Arts proudly presents Associate Artists’ artwork in the inaugural INFOBAHN Exhibition of printed works on paper and digital media. Featuring over 50 artists working in visual, literary, media, time-based and performing arts.
	Creative Medicine: Poetry and Prose with a Rhythmic Twist 2/9/2023, 4:00pm – 5:30pm Join local poet, Sonja Jean Craig for a community gathering to share thoughts and writings that focus on wellness concepts. We will come together to share. You are welcome to participate in person, on zoom or in spirit.
	Clay Henderson Reading & Book Signing 2/4/2023, 3:00pm – 4:30pm Don’t miss Clay Henderson, “the undisputed expert on land conservation law in Florida,” reading from his new book, Forces of Nature: A History of Florida Land Conservation (University Press of Florida).
January 2023
	ADORN: A Jewelry Invitational 1/27/2023, 4:00pm – 7:00pm On Exhibit: January 27 – February 24, 2023 Exhibition Preview during IMAGES: A Festival of the Arts: January 27 – January 29, 10 AM – 5 PM Opening Reception: February 4, 4 – 7 PM ACA Downtown: Arts on Douglas Feature Gallery Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10 AM – 5 PM; Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM
	Creative Caregiving 1/24/2023, 11:00am – 1:00pm Caregiving for a loved one is a journey of joy and difficulty. Come learn how to use creativity and the arts as a tool of self-care, social interaction, and lifelong learning.
	ACA Spotlight 9 1/21/2023, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by ACA Community Artist, Bethany Bennett.
	Intuitive to Intentional Painting Retreat 1/21/2023, 10:00am – 5:00pm Come spend a relaxing day at the beautiful ACA main campus for a one day Arts & Wellness retreat with artist and art therapist, Laura Bohn. In this day-long workshop, we will first align our bodies with gentle yoga before moving into painting, using the wisdom and intuition of a relaxed body and mind.
	Creative Medicine: Poetry and Prose with a Rhythmic Twist 1/12/2023, 4:00pm – 5:30pm Join local poet, Sonja Jean Craig for a community gathering to share thoughts and writings that focus on wellness concepts. We will come together to share. You are welcome to participate in person, on zoom or in spirit.
	Art It Through 1/10/2023 – 2/14/2023 A workshop for those moving through grief after a loss. Join artist and internationally accredited psychologist, Monica Vidal for an inspiring guided opportunity to use the arts for self-care.
	Ericka Sobrack: Late Night Stroll 1/7/2023 – 2/11/2023 Opening Reception: Saturday, January 7, 4 -7 PM On Exhibit: January 7 – February 11, 2023 Artist Talk: Friday, January 13, 11 AM ACA Downtown: Arts on Douglas alt_space Gallery Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10 AM – 5 PM; Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM
December 2022
	Magical Mandalas – an Arts & Wellness presentation by Rachel Chase 12/21/2022, 11:00am – 12:00pm Take some time for you to connect with your inner light with a visualization exercise and centering contemplation. Draw and paint with ACA Arts & Wellness Ambassador, Rachel Chase to express the magic and beauty of the season.
	ACA Spotlight 8 12/17/2022, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by ACA Community Artist, Bethany Bennett.
	Creative Medicine: Poetry and Prose with a Rhythmic Twist 12/15/2022, 4:00pm – 5:30pm Join local poet, Sonja Jean Craig for a community gathering to share thoughts and writings that focus on wellness concepts. We will come together to share. You are welcome to participate in person, on zoom or in spirit.
	Yin Yoga and Soundbath 12/4/2022, 1:00pm – 3:00pm The combination of yin yoga for relaxation and stretching with sound bath healing for deep meditation will bring you into a deeper mind/body connection. Join Michele Benton of Om Sunshine Yoga and Stacey Colbath of Love Hertz Sound Healing for a magical experience hosted by ACA.
	Small Things Considered: A Special Holiday Group Exhibition 12/3/2022 – 1/10/2023 Small Things Considered: A Special Holiday Group Exhibition ON EXHIBIT: December 3, 2022 – January 10, 2023, OPENING RECEPTION: Saturday, December 3, 4-7 PM, ACA Downtown: Arts on Douglas, Feature Gallery, Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10 AM – 5 PM, Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM
	ACA Volunteer League Holiday Boutique 12/2/2022 – 12/4/2022, 10:00am – 4:00pm
November 2022
	ACA Spotlight 7 11/19/2022, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by ACA Community Artist, Bethany Bennett.
	The Southeast Museum of Photography presents Andrew Sovjani 11/17/2022 – 2/4/2023 Andrew Sovjani is a visual artist recognized for blurring the boundaries between photography, printmaking and painting. Raised in a family of working studio artists, art making is in his blood.
	Jan Tomlinson Master: Configured 11/5/2022 – 12/9/2022 ON EXHIBIT: November 5 – December 9, 2022, OPENING RECEPTION: Saturday, November 5, 4-7 PM, ARTIST TALK: Friday, December 9, 2022, Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10 AM – 5 PM Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM
	Stacey Fletcher: Silver Linings 11/5/2022 – 11/26/2022 ON EXHIBIT: November 5 – 26, 2022, OPENING RECEPTION: Saturday, November 5, 2022, ARTIST TALK: Friday, November 18, 11 AM, In the Feature Gallery, Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10 AM – 5 PM Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM
	ACA Volunteer League TRASH TO TREASURE SALE 10/22/2022, 8:00am – 2:00pm
	Karlene McConnell: Roses are Not Always Red 10/8/2022- 11/5/2022 On Exhibit: October 8 – 29, 2022, Opening Reception: October 8, 4-7 PM, Artist Talk: Friday, October 28, 11 AM. Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10 AM – 5 PM Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM
	The Healing Power of Mindfulness: Breast Cancer Awareness and Prevention 9/22/2022, 5:30pm – 7:30pm In partnership with Atlantic Center for the Arts (ACA), AdventHealth is proud to host a free Breast Cancer Awareness and Prevention education event for the community focusing on the many health benefits of mindfulness; featuring: Mindful Meditation, Dinner and Refreshments, Expert Speakers and Expressive Writing and Poetry.
	Self-Compassion Collage Cards – an Arts & Wellness presentation by Rachel Chase 9/22/2022, 11:00am – 12:00pm ACA Arts & Wellness Ambassador, Rachel Chase will guide a short mindfulness practice to center your mind. Make self-compassion collage cards that express compassion for life to soothe your mind and connect with your soul.
	#GREATNESS: Behind The Scenes 9/21/2022, 10:00am – 12:00pm ACA and the City of New Smyrna Beach Leisure Services present a talent showcase featuring Justincredible and his crew of local performing artists talking about their craft and leading workshop sessions while coaching performing arts students on the process of being an artist.
	ACA Spotlight 9/17/2022, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by ACA Community Artist, Bethany Bennett.
	Expressive Art Journaling: Welcoming Change 9/16/2022, 11:00am – 1:00pm Change is constant. Just as seasons change, so do the phases of our lives. How can we prepare for change?
	ACA Open House and Member Event 9/15/2022, 5:00pm – 7:00pm Open to all ACA members and future members, we invite you to join us for an evening of celebration!
	Art It Through 9/13/2022 – 10/18/2022 A workshop for caregivers moving through grief after the loss of their care partner. Join artist and internationally accredited psychologist, Monica Vidal for an inspiring guided opportunity to use the arts for self-care.
	Speak Your Peace – The Use of Music and Art for Healing 9/10/2022, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Join ACA and guest artist Katie Martin for an afternoon of music, poetry, and art. Katie will discuss the power of words and intention when using art and music for a source of healing and how to find a mixture of focused and free form expression to create an emotional release in a safe space. She’ll be creating musical soundscapes for participators to collaborate in.
	Trent Berning: Relics from Youth ON EXHIBIT: September 3 – October 15, 2022, OPENING RECEPTION: Saturday, September 3, 4–7 PM, ARTIST TALK: Friday, September 16, 11 AM, Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10 AM – 5 PM Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM
	Warm and Cool Colors: Landscapes by Don Sondag On Exhibit: September 3 – 24, 2022. Opening Reception: Saturday, September 3, 4-7 PM. Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday, 10AM – 5 PM
August 2022
	ACA Spotlight 8/20/2022, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by ACA Community Artist, Bethany Bennett.
	“Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” at ACA 8/20/2022, 11:30am – 5:00pm Atlantic Center for the Arts will host a production of Edward Albee’s Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, live on stage in the Joan James Harris Theater to celebrate its 40th year of artist residencies.
	University of Central Florida Flying Horse Editions: The Art of Research On Exhibit: August 13 – October 29, 2022 Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10 AM – 4 PM, Saturday 10 AM – 2 PM
	Endless Summer: A Juried Group Exhibition Opening Reception: Saturday, August 6, 4 – 7 PM, On Exhibit: August 6 – 27, 2022. Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday, 10 AM – 5 PM Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM
July 2022
	Open Call to Atlantic Center for the Arts: INFOBAHN 2023 Alumni Associate Artist Exhibition Submission Deadline: EXTENDED TO SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2022, 11:59 PM EST Exhibition Dates: February 11 – May 6, 2023
	ACA Spotlight 7/16/2022, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by ACA Community Artist, Bethany Bennett.
	Carmelita Tropicana aka Alina Troyano – Mentoring Artist Talk 7/8/2022, 4:00pm – 5:00pm Carmelita Tropicana (aka Alina Troyano) has been performing in New York’s downtown arts scene since the 1980s, straddling the worlds of performance art and theater with irreverent humor, subversive fantasy and bilingual puns.
	Ryan McGinness – Mentoring Artist Talk 7/7/2022, 4:00pm – 5:00pm Ryan McGinness is an American artist, living and working in New York, New York. He grew up in the surf and skate culture of Virginia Beach, Virginia, and then studied at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, as an Andrew Carnegie Scholar.
	Margaret Schedel – Mentoring Artist Talk 7/6/2022, 4:00pm – 5:00pm With an interdisciplinary career blending classical training in cello and composition, sound/audio data research, and innovative computational arts education, Margaret Anne Schedel transcends the boundaries of disparate fields to produce integrated work at the nexus of computation and the arts.
	Echoes from the Past: Drawings by Dennis Angel On Exhibit: July 2 – August 13, 2022 Opening Reception: Saturday, July 2, 4-7 PM Artist Talk: Friday, August 12, 11 AM Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10 AM – 5 PM Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM
June 2022
	Residency #186 Atlantic Center for the Arts hosts Residency #186 with Mentoring Artists Ryan McGinness – visual artist, Margaret Schedel – composer/performer, and Carmelita Tropicana (aka Alina Troyano) – writer/performer, and 18 Associate Artists from across the United States.
	Groovy Summer Mood Boost – an Arts & Wellness presentation with Rachel Chase 6/21/2022, 11:00am – 12:00pm Draw and paint with ACA Arts & Wellness Ambassador, Rachel Chase for mood boosting fun this summer. Do some breathing and stretching to connect with your body, then create colorful and groovy drawings and paintings to express your emotions.
	Young Sound Seekers Audio Lab: summer camp 6/19/2022 – 6/25/2022 This environmental arts program will teach you how to collect sounds using portable audio recorders and use a digital audio workstation to produce a podcast.
	ACA Spotlight 6/18/2022, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by ACA Community Artist, Bethany Bennett.
	ACA Summer Art Camp 6/14/2022 – 7/29/2022 Atlantic Center for the Arts’ Summer Art Camp is held at ACA Harris House and Yurick Studios in downtown New Smyrna Beach. Each weekly session gives kids an opportunity to explore ideas of art and culture through hands-on experience with a variety of art forms.
	Protected Species Awareness at Blue Spring State Park 6/11/2022, 10:00am – 2:00pm Blue Spring State Park will be partnering with Atlantic Center for the Arts to provide crafting projects and interactive displays/challenges focused on each species.
	Poetry Kickoff! June 10 – August 5, 2022 Fridays at 10AM
	STEAM Sketch Club June 6 – August 1, 2022 Mondays at 12PM The STEAM Sketch Club is an opportunity for youth to have fun learning about science, technology, engineering and math using the arts. Bethany Bennett will guide students through topics including architecture, design, kaleidoscope lettering, Tesselations, and more!
	Spencer Pettit: Elusiveness and Illusion in Contemporary Art On Exhibit: June 4 – July 30, 2022
	INsideOUT 185 6/2/2022, 7:00pm – 9:00pm Associate Artists’ presentations and scheduled studio visits with Associate Artists-in-Residence. Adult Content – for mature audiences.
May 2022
	Eileen Myles – Mentoring Artist Talk 5/27/2022, 5:00pm – 7:00pm Eileen Myles (they/them) came to New York from Boston in 1974 to be a poet, subsequently novelist, public talker and art journalist.
	Patrick Martinez – Mentoring Artist Talk 5/25/2022, 5:00pm – 6:00pm Patrick Martinez is largely known for mixed media “landscape” paintings, neon sign sculptures, and memorial/Pee Chee paintings. The landscape works are abstractions composed of working-class Los Angeles surface content, e.g. distressed stucco, spray paint, street level commercial signage, ceramic tile and flowers, neon, etc.
	Phillip Ewell – Mentoring Artist Talk via Zoom 5/23/2022, 5:00pm – 7:00pm Ewell’s research specialties include critical-race studies, Russian music and music theory, modal theory, hiphop and popular music, and cello performance.
	ACA Spotlight 5/21/2022, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn about the many world-renowned Mentors of ACA. Study works and learn techniques from contemporary art professionals, led by ACA Community Artist, Bethany Bennett.
	ACA Arts & Wellness 5/20/2022- 5/22/2022 Atlantic Center for the Arts (ACA) is driven by a mission that focuses on multidisciplinary artistic collaboration and mentorship. Since 2015, ACA Arts & Wellness ambassadors have developed a shared culture and experiential method that connects the arts to community health.
	Creative Medicine: Poetry and Prose with a Rhythmic Twist 5/19/2022, 4:00pm – 5:30pm Join local poet, Sonja Jean Craig for a community gathering to share thoughts and writings that focus on wellness concepts. We will come together to share. You are welcome to participate in person, on zoom or in spirit.
	ACA Volunteer League 5/18/2022, 10:00am – 11:30am Join an extraordinary group of volunteers who have loads of fun supporting ACA’s work in the community!
s	Bouquet of Self Love – an Arts & Wellness presentation with Rachel Chase 5/14/2022, 11:00am – 12:00pm April showers bring May flowers. In this workshop, be guided through a journey of color and word play to boost self-esteem and express love to yourself.
	Atlantic Center for the Arts 33rd Annual University Student Exhibition 5/14/2022 – 8/6/2022 Through the annual University Student Exhibition, Atlantic Center for the Arts honors the outstanding work being produced by state university art students and recognizes their dedication to the pursuit of excellence.
	Volusia County Select Exhibition 5/7/2022 – 5/13/2022 Atlantic Center for the Arts is proud to host and sponsor the 31st annual Volusia County Select, an exhibition that showcases the artistic talents of Volusia County high school students.
	Mark Serrianne: Forgotten and Found – Recovered Objects and the Stories They Tell On Exhibit: May 7 – June 11, 2022 Opening Reception: Saturday May 7, 4-7 PM Artists Talk: Friday, May 13, 11 AM
	Victor Bokas • Bokas Blooms – Grown in Trying Times On Exhibit: May 7 – 27, 2022 Opening Reception: Saturday May 7, 4-7 PM Artists Talk: Friday, May 27, 11 AM
	Expressive Art Journaling 5/5/2022, 10:00am – 12:00pm Draw your furry best friend and explore art journaling in this class led by Atlantic Center for the Arts Community Artist Bethany Bennett. In this session, you’re invited to honor the special place in your heart held by your favorite pet.
April 2022
	Conservation/Conversation: a sound artist talk with Mary Edwards 4/29/2022, 1:00pm – 2:00pm Join sound artist Mary Edwards, the 2022 artist in residence at the ACA Soundscape Field Station at Canaveral National Seashore for a special presentation about her current exhibition Conservation/Conversation (on display through May 2^nd at Apollo Beach).
	Yin Yoga and Soundbath 4/10/2022, 1:00pm – 3:00pm The combination of yin yoga for relaxation and stretching with sound bath healing for deep meditation will bring you into a deeper mind/body connection. Join Michele Benton of Om Sunshine Yoga and Stacey Colbath of Love Hertz Sound Healing for a magical experience hosted by ACA.
	Unleashing our Poetic Voices 4/6/2022 – 4/27/2022 Feeling leashed to free verse? Join Florida Poet Laureate for Volusia County, M.B. McLatchey, in exploring how writing in poetic forms can unleash our most authentic voices.
	Creative Caregiving 4/5/2022 – 5/10/2022 Caregiving for a loved one is a journey of joy and difficulty. Come learn how to connect mind, body and spirit by using the arts as a tool of self-care, social interaction, and lifelong learning. Each session is in person and open to 20 participants. We welcome caregivers and their care partners (CNA / HHA are also welcome).
	Atlantic Center for the Arts Annual Horsin’ Around Benefit Auction 4/3/2022, 11:00am – 3:00pm For 38 years, Horsin’ Around has been THE event to enjoy an afternoon with friends in support of the arts! Pick up a restaurant gift certificate, a spa day, or a round of golf. The auction also provides a great opportunity to make an investment in a piece of art that you’ll be proud to have in your collection.
	Sara Pedigo: Light Passes Through On Exhibit: April 2 – 29, 2022 Opening Reception: Saturday, April 2, 4 – 7 PM Artist Talk: Friday, April 29, 11 AM ACA Downtown: Arts on Douglas Feature Gallery Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10 AM – 5 PM, Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM
March 2022
	Conservation/Conversation 3/30/2022 – 5/2/2022 During her residency with the ACA Soundscape Field Station at Canaveral National Seashore, Mary Edwards’ objective has been to enhance the listener’s spatial-sensory, historical and ecological awareness.
	Exploring the Spiritual in Art 3/5/2022, 11:00am – 12:00pm Explore and play with various media expressing intuitive evocative imagery that speaks to your own soul. Discover the power of the abstract to evoke a healing response. Learn about the inspirational work and life of Wassily Kandinsky, a pioneer of abstraction in modern art.
	Juliana Romnes: Coastal Impressions On Exhibit: March 5 – April 16, 2022 Opening Reception: Saturday, March 5, 4-7 PM Artist Talk: Friday, April 15, 11 AM ACA Downtown: Arts on Douglas, alt_space gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10 AM – 5 PM, Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM
	A Woman’s Prerogative: Artwork by Christine Peloquin On Exhibit: March 5 – 26, 2022 Opening Reception: Saturday, March 5, 4-7 PM Artist Talk: March 25, 11 AM ACA Downtown: Arts on Douglas, Feature Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10 AM – 5 PM, Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM www.artsondouglas.net; 386-428-1133
	ACA Volunteer League Annual Plant Sale 3/5/2022, 9:00am – 2:00pm Benefiting Children’s Art Programs
	INsideOUT Residency #184 3/3/2022, 7:00pm – 9:00pm Presentations of new work and works in progress will be presented by Associate Artists. INsideOUT is an extraordinary opportunity for the public to witness Innovative and diverse new works. Adult Content – for mature audiences.
	ACA Soundscape Field Station Artist Talk / Sound Immersion / Soundwalk with Mary Edwards 3/3/2022 – 3/12/2022 The ACA Soundscape Field Station, a partnership between Atlantic Center for the Arts and Canaveral National Seashore, announces Mary Edwards as its 2022 artist-in-residence. This residency program invites musicians, composers, and ecologists to find innovative approaches that help preserve a healthy and balanced soundscape for current and future generations.
February 2022
	Guadalupe Maravilla – Mentoring Artist Talk via Zoom 2/25/2022, 5:00pm – 6:00pm Guadalupe Maravilla is a transdisciplinary visual artist, choreographer, and healer.
	Jaquira Díaz – Mentoring Artist Talk via Zoom 2/24/2022, 5:00pm – 6:00pm Born in Puerto Rico and raised in Miami, Jaquira Díaz is the author of Ordinary Girls: A Memoir, winner of a Whiting Award, a Florida Book Awards Gold Medal, and a Lambda Literary Awards finalist.
	Timo Andres – Mentoring Artist Talk via Zoom 2/22/2022, 5:00pm – 6:00pm Timo Andres (b. 1985, Palo Alto, CA) is a composer and pianist who grew up in rural Connecticut and lives in Brooklyn, NY.
	Altered Book as Art Journal Workshop 2/19/2022, 1:00pm – 3:30pm Come turn a book into a personal art journal with artist/art therapist Laura Bohn. We will transform old books and recycle them into personal art expressions that respond to our needs and goals.
	Make a Masterpiece of Me: Sounds & Sacrifice 2/12/2022, 11:00am – 3:00pm Join artist, Arsimmer McCoy for a two-part experience in celebration of African-American History Month.
	Breaking Boundaries: Exploration and Collaboration 2/12/2022 – 5/7/2022 The collection serves as a rare illustration of contemporary art at the end of the 20th century. It also represents an invaluable tribute to Atlantic Center and is an exceptional portrayal of its history and philosophy.
	Creative Caregiving 2/7/2022 – 3/22/2022 Caregiving for a loved one is a journey of joy and difficulty. Come learn how to connect mind, body and spirit by using the arts as a tool of self-care, social interaction, and lifelong learning. Each session is in person and open to 20 participants.
	Breathing with Ease: Opening to Joy 2/5/2022, 11:00am – 12:00pm This gentle practice is for anyone who would like to use the breath to open the stuck places in our body/mind, to feel the joy of life itself. It is divided into three discreet sections so you can do a practice that works in your day.
January 2022
	ADORN: A Jewelry Invitational 1/28/2022 – 2/25/2022
	46th Annual IMAGES: A Festival of the Arts 1/28/2022 – 1/30/2022 IMAGES has something for everyone – enjoy the work of 237 artists, including three Daytona State College students who were selected for our new Trish Thompson Memorial Emerging Artist Program at IMAGES In partnership with Daytona State College, food trucks, fabulous live music, free art projects for the kids and an exhibit of student artwork.
	Visualize The Process: A Vision Board Art Journal Workshop 1/22/2022, 1:00pm – 3:30pm Come relax, stretch and breathe into the New Year with your Art Journal. Create a Vision Board page spread with your goals, dreams, gratitude, or mindset for the year. Learn how to list steps in visualizing the process to meet your goals.
	Exploring Soundscapes at Blue Springs 1/16/2022, 2:00pm – 4:00pm Atlantic Center for the Arts partners with the rangers at Blue Springs, alongside Stetson University to offer the opportunity to listen to live audio underwater using hydrophones (at St. Johns River T-dock). Hear manatees in real-time underwater!
	NSB’s #GREATNESS Talent Show: New School & Old School 1/15/2022, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Enjoy the entertainment or audition and be in the spotlight. Justincredible brings his lyric talent to Babe James Community Center alongside talented guest performers and artists.
	ACA Volunteer League Meeting 1/12/2022, 10:00am – 11:30pm
	Rebecca Sexton Larson: Playback Theatre 1/4/2022 – 2/18/2022
	Stetson University MFA of the Americas: January 2022 Readings 1/1/2022 – 1/8/2022 Take a peek into Stetson’s MFA of the Americas low-res creative writing program and join us for a series of guest and faculty readings as part of the program’s January residency at Atlantic Center for the Arts.
	Healing Art: Inspired by Georgia O’Keeffe 1/1/2022, 11:00am – 12:00pm Explore and play with nature and emotion using various media. Discover the power of the abstract to evoke a healing response. Learn about the inspirational work and life of Georgia O’Keeffe, the “Mother of Modernism.” Enjoy Rachel Chase’s fun and welcoming teaching style.
December 2021
	It’s All About the Birds! – An Art Journal Workshop 12/4/2021, 1:00pm – 3:30pm Art therapist, Laura Bohn leads this workshop about the importance of birds and connecting to nature. Participants will use images of birds, wings, or flying to create an art journal page. This mixed-media creation will have personal meaning for self-care.
	Small Things Considered 12/4/2021 – 1/11/2022
	Images Holiday Boutique 12/3/2021 – 12/5/2021 Features handmade items created by our Volunteer League.
November 2021
	ACA Soundscape Field Station at Canaveral National Seashore 11/26/2021 – 12/26/2021 You are kindly invited to participate in the project Listeners by French field-recordist, Félix Blume. You will pick your favorite location in the park and be filmed while listening to the soundscape of that place, amplified live through sensitive microphones and professional headphones.
	Yin Yoga and Soundbath 11/21/2021, 1:00pm – 3:00pm The combination of yin yoga for relaxation and stretching with sound bath healing for deep meditation will bring you into a deeper mind/body connection. Join Michele Benton of Om Sunshine Yoga and Stacey Colbath of Love Hertz Sound Healing for a magical experience hosted by ACA.
	FLORIDA: A LANDSCAPE OF DREAMS 11/6/2021 – 2/5/2022 Florida: A Landscape of Dreams takes audiences on a visual journey across our state while addressing issues such as land conservation, water quality, and wildlife diversity.
	Anna Tomczak 11/6/2021 – 12/11/2021
	25th Anniversary Show 11/6/2021 – 11/27/2021
October 2021
	Bob Holman – Mentoring Artist Talk via Zoom 10/22/2021, 2:00pm – 3:00pm Bob Holman is an American poet and poetry activist, most closely identified with the oral tradition, the spoken word, and poetry slam. He was described by Henry Louis Gates Jr. in The New Yorker as “the postmodern promoter who has done more to bring poetry to cafes and bars than anyone since Ferlinghetti.”
	Gregg Deal – Mentoring Artist Talk via Zoom 10/20/2021, 2:00pm – 3:00pm Gregg Deal (Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe) is a provocative contemporary artist who challenges Western perceptions of Indigenous people, touching on issues of race, history and stereotypes. Through his work—paintings, murals work, performance art, filmmaking and spoken word—Deal critically examines issues and tells stories of decolonization and appropriation that affect Indian country.
	Shahzad Ismaily – Mentoring Artist Talk via Zoom 10/18/2021, 2:00pm – 3:00pm Shahzad Ismaily was born in the States to Pakistani parents who emigrated here just before his birth. He grew in a bicultural household, always following a multitude of paths and perusals. He is mostly self-taught as a musician, composer, recording engineer, and producer.
	ACA Volunteer League Annual Trash to Treasure Sale 10/16/2021, 8:00am – 3:00pm Classroom A, at AOD, will be open for donations beginning Tuesday, Sept. 7. Donation drop-off days will be every Tuesday and Wednesday during the month of September
	ACA Volunteer League Meeting 10/15/2021 – 11/17/2021 Potential Atlantic Center for the Arts Volunteers welcome!
	Creative Caregiving 10/11/2021 – 11/15/2021 Caregiving for a loved one is a journey of joy and difficulty. Come learn how to connect mind, body and spirit by using the arts as a tool of self-care, social interaction, and lifelong learning.
	Residency #183 10/10/2021 – 10/30/2021 Mentoring Artists Gregg Deal – visual / performance artist, Bob Holman- poet, Shahzad Ismaily – composer/performer, and 19 Associate Artists from across the United States.
	Soundwalk 10/9/2021 – 4/16/2022 Explore the sounds and rhythms of our urban and natural world with Atlantic Center for the Arts. Beneficial for people of all ages to relieve stress, gain focus, and develop a deeper understanding of how we fit into the ecosystem of our environment.
	Donne Bitner and Cheryl Bogdanowitsch: A Visual Conversation 10/2/2021 – 10/30/2021
September 2021
	Grab A Seat: Pop-Up Gallery & Artist Reception 9/28/2021 – 10/2/2021 ACA Volunteer League will have creative chairs for sale.
	Creativity & Wellness 9/9/2021 – 11/11/2021 Local Poet and Music Producer, Justincredible introduces the possibilities for wellness through creativity. Discover the benefits of intuitive thinking, creative problem solving and finding your artistic voice – even if you do not consider yourself an Artist.
	Altered Books as Art Journals – Pt. 2 9/4/2021, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Come turn a book into a personal art journal with artist/art therapist Laura Bohn. We will transform old books and recycle them into personal art expressions that respond to our needs and goals.
	Robert C Beck: Chemical Delusion 9/4/2021 – 10/16/2021
	Jim Draper: Radical Naturalism 9/4/2021 – 9/24/2021 Jacksonville-based artist Jim Draper is known for his paintings that depict the rich diversity of flora and fauna indicative of the South. Draper’s artwork is strongly influenced by the philosophy of radical naturalism, and he draws inspiration from conservationists, naturalists, and other artists known for their expert observations of the natural world.
	Jack Mitchell Portrait Gallery 9/1/2021 – 9/1/2030 The Jack Mitchell Portrait Gallery showcases 180 Artist photographs spanning 22 years, from Atlantic Center for the Arts inaugural residency in 1982 to the end of 2004.
	Volunteer Summer Luncheons 8/18/2021, 12:00pm – 2:00pm Atlantic Center for the Arts Volunteer League is a group of individuals from a variety of diverse backgrounds who work to further the growth of the arts in our community. The league meets once a month to brainstorm fundraising ideas, sign-up for activities, and increase awareness of Atlantic Center for the Arts programming.
	Mindful Mandalas For Self-Confidence – Facebook LIVE 8/14/2021, 1:00pm – 2:00pm We all have a part if ourselves that can feel unsure at times. Creating a mandala design can help to ease the fears of speaking or expressing yourself.
	Endless Summer: A Group Exhibition 8/7/2021 – 8/28/2021 ACA Downtown, Arts on Douglas, feature gallery
	Creative Caregiving 8/2/2021 – 8/30/2021 Caregiving for a loved one is a journey of joy and difficulty. Come learn how to connect mind, body and spirit by using the arts as a tool of self-care, social interaction, and lifelong learning.
July 2021
	Share-In-Joy 7/27/2021, 7:30pm – 9:30pm The public is invited to the closing gathering in celebration of the 2021 Embodiology Summer Program, hosted by Atlantic Center for the Arts and Dr. S. Ama Wray.
	ACA Volunteer League at Christmas Eve in July 7/24/2021, 9:00am – 4:00pm Join us on the 24th for Christmas Eve in July! A portion of Canal Street will be closed to make room for more than 25 vendors ready to make you feel like tonight’s the night the big guy in the red suit comes down the chimney.
	The Embodiology® Summer Program 2021 7/21/2021 – 7/27/2021 Join us for an immersive experience at the beautiful environmental sanctuary of Atlantic Center for the Arts in New Smyrna Beach, Florida.
	Painting for Wellness 7/20/2021 – 8/17/2021 Join ACA Community Artist Bethany Bennett, MFA as she takes you on adventures around the globe.
	World Listening Day Celebration 7/18/2021 The ACA Soundscape Field Station will contribute an audio postcard to the World Listening Day celebration.
	Healing Grief And Loss Through Art – Facebook Live 7/10/2021, 1:00pm – 2:00pm An experiential process of connecting with feelings through color, shape, and the activity of painting. This workshop is for everyone, non-artists and artists welcome.
	Mentoring Artist Talk with cartoonist Phoebe Gloeckner via Zoom 7/9/2021, 5:00pm – 6:00pm Phoebe Gloeckner is a cartoonist, visual artist, and author. She was born in Philadelphia and raised in San Francisco. Her books include A Child’s Life and Other Stories and The Diary of a Teenage Girl; an Account in Words and Pictures. The Diary of a Teenage Girl was adapted for the screen and produced as a film in 2015.

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