FEBRUARY 19, 2025 ON THE MOVE WITH PARKS & REC
EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT Congratulations to Andrew Powell for being promoted from recreation specialist to recreation coordinator. In his new position, he will oversee all community centers, programs and employee staffing for events. Powell has been with the Parks & Recreation department for over 25 years and looks forward to establishing more programs and events for the community.
BETHUNE POINT PARK PLAYGROUND Designed for youth 5 to 12, The new playground at Bethune Point Park is near completion. Landscaping is finished and crews are making finishing touches. Once finished the park will be open to the public from sunrise to sunset seven days a week.
JACQUELINE WILLIAMS SINGS AT DAYTONA INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY
Parks & Recreation employee Jacqueline Williams’ dream came true when she sang “God Bless America” before The 2025 Duel at Daytona last Thursday. Williams started singing as a child and has previously performed at events and venues but never in front of a crowd this large. Jacqueline is the daughter of city employee Robin Williams and former DBPD detective Nate Williams. Jacqueline is a casual worker at the Schnebly Recreation Center and has been with the Parks & Recreation department for two years.
FREE CONCERT AT DAISY STOCKING PARK FEB. 22 This Saturday, Midtown Music Concert Series will feature BlueMoon, performing a blend of jazz, R&B, funk and soul. The free concert is from 7 to 9 p.m. at the renovated Daisy Stocking Park, 555 Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Blvd. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to enjoy the outdoor performance. The Midtown Music Concert Series offers a lineup of monthly concerts. For more information, visit www.DaytonaBeach.gov/MidtownMusic
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SUMMER CAMP RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER Registration for the city’s summer camp is now open. This popular camp is offering activities for kids 5-16 from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. June 2 to Aug. 1 at the following locations:
• Cherry Cultural & Educational Center, 925 George W. Engram Blvd.
• Schnebly Recreation Center, 1101 N. Atlantic Ave.
• YSG Cultural & Educational Center, 1000 Vine St.
• Sunnyland Recreation Center, 825 Washington St.
Families can choose from full or half-session options, with fees starting at $140 for the first four weeks. Payment must be made in full at registration. Volusia County Scholarship recipients must contact the Parks & Recreation office before registering and provide a valid voucher. For more information or to register, visit DaytonaBeach.gov/Activities or call (386) 671-8337.
DAYTONA BEACH GYMNASTICS The Daytona Beach Gymnastics GymStars shined at their first AAU Qualifier this month! These youth athletes hit the competition floor for their first AAU qualifier of the spring season and did not disappoint. With athletes competing in Levels 3, Xcel Silver, Gold and Platinum, the team racked up 17 scores of 9.0 or higher across individual events and took home 15 podium finishes.
REGISTRATION OPEN FOR YOUTH BASEBALL LEAGUE Youth athletes 7 to 12 are invited to join the Daytona Beach Youth Baseball League to develop their skills and enjoy America’s pastime. Free baseball clinics will be held at Derbyshire Sports Complex and Bethune Point Park to help players improve their hitting, fielding and pitching before the season begins. The co-ed league draft is set for March 17 (ages 7-10) and March 18 (ages 11-12). The season runs from April 5 to May 17, with a $40 registration fee. Registration closes March 15.
For more details, visit DaytonaBeach.gov/YouthBaseball or call (386) 671-3448. To register, visit DaytonaBeach.gov/Activities.
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