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Western Volusia County, the Jewel ofthe Central Florida East Coast

Angel Eggebraaten

Nestled between the hustle and bustle of Orlandocity life and Daytona’s busy boardwalk is an areaof culture, winding tree lined roads and natural

springs. Western Volusia County is where the locals go torelax, unwind and take in some of the very best of what theCentral Florida’s East Coast has to offer. Home of the Vo-lusia County Fair in the autumn, The Blue Spring ManateeFestival in January, Deltona Spring Fest in April, and theDeLand Bar-B-Q and Cook Off this month, Western Volu-sia is a year round destination for locals and tourists alike.

DeLand, the biggest city in Volusia County has never lostits small town charm and appeal. It’s quaint, tree linedstreets are nostalgic of a time almost forgotten, but do notlet the Mayberry appeal deceive you. DeLand is home ofStetson University, Athens Theater, museum of Florida Artand the Florida Museum for Women Artists. Young andold can be seen strolling through Downtown on any givenevening, dining at sidewalk cafes, listening to music at themany clubs and bistros located downtown or just enjoyingthe sights and sounds.


OVES WEST VOLUSIA

Deltona is one of the fastest growing cities in Western Vo-lusia and is rich in culture, with year round festivals andcultural celebrations. Lyonia Preserve is a large scrub habi-tat that the endangered Scrub Jay and a growing popula-tion of Scrub Turtles call home. The Deltona Arts &Historical Center boasts a recording studio, DeltonaRecords, and an art gallery and coffee house for aspiringartists and more.

Orange City, best known for Blue Springs State Park, is thewinter home of hundreds of manatees who flock theirevery winter in search of the warming springs. Orange Cityis also a favorite among families for its Movies in the Park,and many parades and festivals.

DeBary, on the north shore of the St. John’s River is thehome of Gemini Springs Park, the Florida Museum of Art,the African American Museum of Art and DeBary Hall,which is rich in history and family fun. Go for an airboatride, play a round of golf or take in an exhibit.

There is so much to see and do in Western Volusia County.With its country charm, world-class culture and a stunninglandscape, it is surely the jewel of the Central Florida EastCoast. Visit these sponsors of art and entertainment in WestVolusia and visit this issue’s “Datebook” for all the greatevents in West Volusia this month.

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