On Exhibit: October 5 – 26
Opening Reception: Saturday, October 5, 4 PM – 7 PM
Artists Talk: Friday, October 11, 11 AM
ACA Downtown, Arts on Douglas, feature gallery
Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10 AM – 5 PM, Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM
Learn more at artsondouglas.net
On Exhibit: August 3 – 31, 2019
Opening Reception: Saturday, August 3, 4 PM – 7 PM
ACA Downtown, Arts on Douglas, feature gallery
Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10 AM – 5 PM, Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM
Learn more at artsondouglas.net
On Exhibit: July 6 – August 16, 2019
Opening Reception: Saturday, August 3, 4 PM – 7 PM
Artists Talk: August 16, 11 AM
ACA Downtown, Arts on Douglas, alt_space gallery
Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10 AM – 5 PM, Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM
Learn more at artsondouglas.net
June 3 – June 17, 2019 | Mondays, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Live Oak Cultural Center, 1000 Live Oak St. New Smyrna Beach.
Caregiving for a loved one is a journey of joy and difficulty. Join ACA Arts & Wellness ambassadors Vicki Gross (MT-BC) and Ashlee Hughes (MT-BC) as they guide you through creative ways to enhance the quality of your daily routine. In collaboration with the National Center for Creative Aging, ACA uses a series of artistic activities that focus on engaging your care partner through experiences promoting relaxation and discovery. Come learn how to connect mind, body and spirit by using the arts as a tool of self-care, social interaction, and lifelong learning. Refreshments and snacks are provided. Free, and open to caregivers and care partners. RSVP required, limited to 20 participants per session.
On Exhibit: April 9-19, 2019
Opening Reception: April 6, 4 PM – 7 PM
Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday, 10 AM – 4 PM | ACA at Harris House, 214 S. Riverside Drive, NSB
Since 2012, ACA continues to engage all generations by connecting community health to the arts. In this special gallery exhibition, ACA Arts & Wellness ambassadors Bethany Bennett and Shy Morris showcase the amazing strides seen at outreach programs to elders, youth, and active adults in Volusia County. These programs improve mental and physical health, offer creative solutions to overcome age and disability discrimination, prevent loneliness and isolation, and support healthy living from a holistic perspective. These outreach programs advocate for accessibility and inclusion by supporting people of every generation to explore their “inner artists” and learn from one another.
Thursdays at Babe James Community Center | 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM from June 6th – July 25th, 2019
Did you know that saxophone legend John Coltrane used Albert Einstein’s Theory of Relativity to map his composition “Giant Steps”? This summer, youth are invited to join ACA artist Bethany Bennett, for a fun, engaging exploration of arts and sciences. This STEAM program (STEM with Arts) is designed for middle school aged youth during the 2019 Summer Camp at Babe James Community Center. Supported by the City of New Smyrna Beach. Call Babe James Community Center to sign up! 386-410-2890
Second Saturdays, 1 PM – 3:30 PM | September 14 | Live Oak Cultural Center, 1050 Live Oak Street, New Smyrna Beach.
Come explore art journaling in this class led by artist/art therapist Laura Bohn. The goal of therapeutic 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. Added benefits can include self-growth, discovery, and joy through visual storytelling in a supportive group environment. Limited to 12 participants. Pre-registration required. Free, and open to everyone. (386) 423-1753 | community@atlanticcenterforthearts.org
On Exhibit: April 6 – 27, 2019
Opening Reception: Saturday, April 6, 4 PM – 7 PM
Artists Talk: Friday, April 12, 11 AM
ACA Downtown, Arts on Douglas, feature gallery
Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10 AM – 5 PM, Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM
Learn more at artsondouglas.net
Presentations of new work, works in-progress and informal studio visits will be presented by Artists-in-Residence. INsideOUT is an extraordinary opportunity for the public to witness Innovative and diverse new works. Adult Content – for mature audiences.
Handmade for the Holidays – Shop with intention and share the joy of Art this season! Support the Arts in our community by shopping at the ACA Volunteer League Boutique. You’ll find unique, handmade gifts like jewelry, crafts, decorations, décor and more by our dedicated group of volunteer artisans. Thursday, November 29, 10 AM – 2 PM | Saturday, December 1, 9 AM – 3 PM (Tour of Homes Day!) | Sunday, December 2 – Wednesday, December 5, 10 AM – 4 PM