Daytona Beach Convention and Visitor's Bureau

Halifax Happenings - October 16, 2009
Greetings from the
Daytona Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau

Looking for some fun and affordable things to do with family and friends? Here are a few upcoming activities and events to consider:

My Big, Fat, Greek Cooking Class! - October 17, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. - The Casements - 25 Riverside Dr., - Ormond Beach -- Learn how to create a variety of yummy Greek dishes including feta cheese triangles, Greek salads, baklava and more. The cost is $25. For more information call (386) 676-3216.

Bandshell Live! - October 17, 1 p.m. - Boardwalk -Ocean Ave., Daytona Beach -- Enjoy live music featuring Bobby Friss Band, Fortunate Son (Credence Clearwater Rivival tribute band) and Mark Hodgson. Admission is FREE, however a $5 donation is greatly appreciated.

Dinner and a Movie - October 21, 7 p.m. - Daytona State College's Cafe 101 - 1200 W. International Blvd., Daytona Beach -- Enjoy dinner in the beautiful dining room and then settle back in a comfortable chair and enjoy The Hunchback of Notre Dame. This classic film, released in 1939, follows the deformed outcast hunchback Quasimodo who lives as a bell-ringer in the towers of Notra Dame's Cathedral. He is scorned by villagers but is shownpity and kindness by a beautiful gypsy dancer. For dinner prices and reservations call (386) 506-3859. Admission to the Southeast Museum of Photography's Madorsky Theater is by donation. Movie and dinner are available separately. Parking is FREE. Insiders' tip: Cafe 101 is also open for Sunday brunch 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Reservations are required.

Barktoberfest - October 24, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. - Halifax Humane Society - 2364 LPGA Blvd., - Daytona Beach -- This family event will feature a microchip clinic, pet photos, face painting, refreshments and music. Adult admission is $3; children and dogs are FREE. Proceeds benefit homeless or abandoned animals in Volusia County. Insiders' tip: bring a can of pet food and you will be entered into a drawing for great prizes.

Boo Bash! - October 24, 1 - 6 p.m. - Ocean Walk Shoppes - 250 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach -- Enjoy kid-friendly trick-or-treating, monster mash dance, a kids' costume contest, a pumpkin carving contest, and even a "not so scary" haunted house. For more information call (386) 258-9544.

Hallogreen - October 31, 8 a.m. - 2. p.m. - City Island - Downtown Daytona Beach -- This event is an alternative to traditional Halloween festivities. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in games, activities, trick-or-treating, a costume party, "green" fashion show and more. This is a fundraiser The Fair Share Urban Garden Project, which serves to raise awareness of the three Gs of green: Good for people; Good for the planet and Good for communities. Admission is FREE.For more information on The Fair Share Urban Garden Project visit http://www.weigfairshare.org/

Michael Winslow Live! - Plaza Ocean Club - Main Ballroom - 640 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach -- This actor and comedian is best known as the "Man of 10,000 sound effects" and for his role in the movie Police Academy. For tickets or reservations call (386) 239-9800.

Time Out! - RiverGrille on the Tomoka - 950 N. U.S. Hwy 1, Ormond Beach -- This local favorite is celebrating Oktoberfest every day in October with an impressive selection of Bratwurst, Knackwurst steamed in beer and tangy sauerkraut, homemade German potato salad and a zesty selection of mustard dipping sauces. Plus, you'll get an Oktoberfest beer with the platter for only $12.99 or $9.99 minus the beer. Several Oktoberfest beers will be available including Michelob Marzen, Gordon Biersch, Festbier and more. Check out their complete menu at http://www.rivergrille.net . RiverGrille also offers live music every Friday and Saturday evening 5 - 9 p.m. on the beautiful outdoor deck.

Want More?
For upcoming events visit www.daytonabeach.com/calendar.cfm .

Travel Tip - Toss a dryer sheet in your suitcase before leaving home. It will keep both your suitcase and your clothes smelling fresh and clean.

Hot Off the Press! - The 2009-10 Visitor Guide is now available. Stop by one of our Visitor Information Centers, located at the Daytona 500 Experience, Bruce Rossmeyer's Destination Daytona, Daytona Lagoon, or the CVB's main office at 126 E. Orange Ave., Daytona Beach and pick one up!

Did you know?
The Daytona Beach Area CVB has been providing FREE travel planning assistance to visitors for more than 20 years! There are CVBs all over the country that are available to help you with any travel questions you may have. Be sure to check them out when planning your next trip.

For lots of ideas on what to see and do in the area, including a great list of FREE options, log on towww.daytonabeach.com, the CVB's primary Web site for visitors. You can even order a Visitor Guide for family or friends that are planning to visit.

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We're all ears! If you have comments or questions on this newsletter or other CVB activities, please contact us at (386) 255-0415 x 114. You can even follow us on Facebook and Twitter!
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Thank you!

Your CVB Staff