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Join the summer camp at Babe 'Alonzo' James Community Center, as ACA Community Artist, Bethany Bennett leads a weekly workshop for youth. 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! For example, the first week will answer questions about sketching: What is a sketch? What are sketches used for? What is…

Join the summer camp at Babe 'Alonzo' James Community Center, as poet and artist Nakia Jade leads a weekly workshop for youth. Poetry Kickoff! is an opportunity for youth to express themselves using poetry, spoken word and freestyle lyrics. This program will cover different poetic styles such as Ekphrastic and Acrostic poems, and give students resources from books, poetry collections, and hip hop videos. The workshops offer opportunities to build confidence by learning performance skills such as body language, vocal…

Join us as we discuss a few of Florida's most iconic wildlife species: manatees, scrub-jays and gopher tortoises! 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. Program is ongoing between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Main tables will be located in the lower parking lot near the Thursby House. Keep in mind that the park will be busy and park closures are very likely. Please feel…

Do you feel the time is right to memorialize someone? Is there a mentor that helps you in your life? Is there a famous artist, musician, writer that you look up to? Join M.A.A.T. certified art therapist, Laura Bohn to explore creating an art/visual journal tribute page dedicated to a mentor, loved one, or ancestor. Creating a tribute art journal page or even an entire art journal of a loved one is a way to give meaning and storytelling to…

REGISTER AT THE LINKS BELOW 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. There is downtime for snacks, stretching, games, and lunch. Participants will meet new friends and take home artwork every week. Camp administrator, Ms. Peggy is looking forward to a great…

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. 1PM - 3PM at ACA Harris House June 18th - featuring James Sienna Please bring the following supply list: Canvas or bristol board, brushes and paint colors of your choice; if you do not have these supplies, ACA will provide them for a donation. No registration required. Walk-ins welcome! image copyright © James Sienna Bethany Bennett…

Are you interested in the sounds of nature? Join us this summer for the Young Sound Seekers Audio Lab! 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. We will visit local parks to collect sounds, then work in teams at the Digital Arts studios of Stetson University to storyboard, edit, and build an audio adventure that you help create. Camp Dates - June…

A celebration of the summer solstice! 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. Summer solstice is a time to celebrate your solar energy and courageous self. What does your inner child want to do that is playful and free? You can use any art supplies you have on…

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). with Sonja Jean Craig: 2 PM Tuesdays, July 12 - August 16, 2022 meets at the Daytona Beach Shores Community Center located…

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. 1PM - 3PM at ACA Harris House July 16th - featuring Michelle Grabner Please bring the following supply list: Canvas or bristol board, brushes and paint colors of your choice; if you do not have these supplies, ACA will provide them for a donation. No registration required. Walk-ins welcome! image copyright © Michelle Grabner Bethany Bennett…

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. 1PM - 3PM at ACA Harris House August 20th - featuring Diana Cooper Please bring the following supply list: Canvas or bristol board, brushes and paint colors of your choice; if you do not have these supplies, ACA will provide them for a donation. No registration required. Walk-ins welcome! image copyright © Diana Cooper Bethany Bennett…

Celebrate the fall equinox! 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. Fall is the time of year when we harvest our gifts and get cozy. As we shift from summer, we can listen to our inner muse for guidance and support to keep our creative fires going. For this exercise, get some…

Fun for the whole family, ACA will host an event filled with art activities, performances, and more! Community Day features ACA artist ambassadors Bethany Bennett, Peggy Imbert, and Shy Morris with invited guest performers. Join us at ACA's downtown Community Arts center, Harris House and contribute to a community quilt mosaic using paints and homemade stamps. All ages, free, and open to everyone! Thank you to the following sponsors for your commitment to our 2022 Community Programs! AdventHealth|New Smyrna Beach…