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Evaporating Daytona Beach Condo Inventory 2012
Monday, May 14th, 2012 at 6:13am. 50 Views, 0 Comments.
And there was one! Yes, only one Opus condo left with an asking price less than $300,000.00. The subject unit is #102 located on the north side on the first floor with a parking lot view! This is a trend we are seeing throughout the Daytona Beach area, not just at the Opus condominium. Overall, it’s not as easy to locate a condo for a great price with incredible views. If you look back only a year or two, there was a plethora of condos to choose from in a wide variety of newer constructed buildings. Today, in buildings like the Bella Vista in Daytona Beach Shores, there are only 3 units for sale! Listed below you will find a list of newer constructed condos and the available inventory as of today.
- Ocean Vistas – 6 units for sale, Only two…
VPK Registration Port Orange 2012
Saturday, April 28th, 2012 at 7:38am. 101 Views, 0 Comments.
New residents that recently moved to Volusia County or the Port Orange area may not realize that their children are entitled to free voluntary pre-kindergarten (VPK). The VPK program is essentially a preschool program that is offered to every four year old in the state, free of charge.
Children who attend VPK will learn skills that will help prepare them for entering and succeeding in one of the Volusia County elementary schools. 4 year olds experience the classroom atmosphere, learn letters, numbers, cutting, pasting, and more. Children also learn important social interaction with teachers and children their age. It’s a wonderful summer program for those parents who have children who will be entering kindergarten in the fall.
To learn more…
Golf Courses, Tournaments & More In Daytona Beach 2012
Monday, April 23rd, 2012 at 7:20am. 84 Views, 0 Comments.
Golf courses are a big attraction for buyers relocating to the Daytona Beach area. Daytona Beach and surrounding areas offer golfing opportunities all year long that are very hard to beat. The prices and the courses are very competitive! You can hit the green early in the morning to beat the heat, or spend your evening chipping away. Based on your budget or skill level, there are many courses to choose from.
There is an upcoming golf tournament that any local golfer should add to his/her schedule. It is The Mayor’s Invitational, which takes place in Port Orange on June 16, 2012 at The Golf Club at Cypress Head. To get involved in this event, call 386-506-5851 for more information. If you are just getting started and need some instruction or want…
Port Orange History Lectures 2012
Monday, April 16th, 2012 at 5:57am. 83 Views, 0 Comments.
Edmund Burke, an Irish philosopher, once said, “Those who don’t know history are destined to repeat it.” Whether you have been a long time history buff, or you have a new found interest in the subject, there are some interesting history events taking place in the Ormond Beach and Port Orange area.
Here are a couple of upcoming Volusia County history events that you can put on your calendar:
- Port Orange History Lecture Series – Do you want to learn about the history of Port Orange? Well, you can attend a series of lectures that will teach you all about the history of Port Orange, Florida. The lecture series will be at the Port Orange City’s Adult Center Annex, located at 3738 Halifax Drive at 1:00 p.m. Dates scheduled include April…
Treating And Avoiding Jellyfish Stings
Friday, March 30th, 2012 at 7:03am. 163 Views, 1 Comments.
Summer weather is finally here again and it's time to enjoy the Daytona area beaches. This time of year you may see different warning flags at the beach. One warning you may find on the beach this time of year is the jellyfish or man o' war warning. Steady east or northeast winds may push this marine wildlife to shallow waters. It's always a good idea to consult a lifeguard about colored flags positioned at Daytona Beach lifeguard stands.
The only way you can completely avoid jellyfish stings is to stay away from the beach. That's hard to do when the weather is perfect! We live here in the Daytona Beach area for the beach, so that’s not an option for many of us. Awareness of the jellyfish or man o' war presence is key to avoiding a sting or…
Florida Landscape Help - Port Orange
Wednesday, March 14th, 2012 at 8:32am. 124 Views, 0 Comments.
Maintaining your landscaping for your Florida home does not have to be difficult. When planting, it is important to make sure you use Florida natural trees, shrubs, and landscaping materials. Using this step will help make sure what you have in your yard is going to survive. It can become costly to keep replace dead plants that can’t survive the Florida winters and summers. There are some plants, trees and shrubs that are going to do better in this area than others. Choosing the right plants now, will save you lots of Port Orange yard work in the future.
There are a couple of Florida landscaping websites that you can review for free online to find information about landscaping in Florida. Most of these Florida landscaping sites are regional specific.…
Port Orange Dog Park & More
Monday, February 20th, 2012 at 6:39am. 125 Views, 0 Comments.
There are very convenient dog parks to choose from in Port Orange and surrounding areas in Volusia County. Some parks are located on the beach and a few are located in residential areas. Hours of these parks are usually dusk to dawnn, but may vary.
Listed below are a few dogs parks and designated areas for pets in the Daytona Beach area:
- Port Orange: The All Children’s Park in Port Orange has a newer built dog park that is completely fenced. Many local Port Orange residents frequent this park due to the convenient location. Seating, trash bins, picnic tables, and the All Childrens Playground are very close.
- Ponce Inlet: Dogs are welcome on the beach in Ponce Inlet in designated areas. Lighthouse Point Park is a big destination for dog…
Daytona Beach Running For Charity
Thursday, February 16th, 2012 at 9:44am. 115 Views, 0 Comments.
Have you every participated in a 5k or 10k charity Daytona Beach area run? Don't be discouraged by the word "run". Most of these local events are open to walkers, pets, kids, and more! There are many local charities in the Daytona Beach and Port Orange area that contribute funds to local Volusia County residents from these run walk events.
Here are a couple of upcoming 5K’s that may interest you:
- Palmer Chiropractic Clinics Healthy Heart. This 5K and 10K will be taking place Saturday, February 18, 2012. It will take place in Port Orange at the City Center.
- Venetian Bay 5K Run / Walk. This is going to take place right at Venetian Bay, in New Smyrna Beach. The application to register will be available online beginning February 21st. The…
Nook & Kindle Help Volusia County Libraries
Tuesday, February 14th, 2012 at 8:25am. 126 Views, 0 Comments.
Are you one of the many people who purchased a Kindle or Nook for Christmas? Millions of people own them today, so that means millions are just now learning how to use this new technology. The Volusia County Library is offering assistance to help new users learn how to use these devices correctly and easily!
Area library branches, including Port Orange, Edgewater, and New Smyrna Beach, are offering short classes that will teach you how to download books onto your Nook or Kindle device. They are free classes, but they do require reservations. Currently, a couple of classes are offered per month for free at the local libraries.
This is a great opportunity to get information about how to gain access to many free audio books and e-books through the…
Green Market & Produce Market Port Orange Areas
Friday, February 10th, 2012 at 7:23am. 120 Views, 0 Comments.
There are so many things to love about living in the Daytona Beach and Port Orange area. One thing to love is the availability of all the great year-round farmer markets with fresh fruits, vegetables and much more. Port Orange residents and Daytona Beach visitors can get fresh produce at affordable prices each week at these local outdoor markets.
Three farmer markets in the area that you may want to visit include:
- Green Market at The Pavilion at Port Orange. This is a great outdoor market where you can just enjoy the morning and stroll around looking at all the produce goods. Breakfast items, produce, and homemade items, make this an enjoyable market that brings charm to Port Orange. This market is scheduled every Saturday morning.
- New Smyrna…