Bring Smiles to Little Faces this Season
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We warmly invite residents to join us in spreading holiday cheer by contributing unopened and unwrapped toys. Your generous donations will bring joy to children in our community, particularly those aged 4-14, who may benefit from additional support during this festive season.

In close partnership with the school district and DeBary Elementary, the Civic Center ensures that families in need receive thoughtful gifts for their children. Please note that the Civic Center has already coordinated with these families, and recipients for the donated gifts have been pre-identified. Your participation in this heartwarming initiative is greatly appreciated!
Toys will be collected through December 15th at DeBary City Hall!
Free Festive Postcards Straight from the North Pole!
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Embark on a magical journey with Volusia County Parks, Recreation, and Culture's cheerful holiday elves, as they team up to deliver enchanting postcards straight from the heart of Santaland, USA!

Parents and caregivers, here's your golden ticket to sprinkle some extra magic this season—simply email your child's full name and address to elves@volusia.org, and watch as the mailbox transforms into a portal of joy!
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Each postcard, personally signed by Santa, confirms your little one's place on the nice list, making this holiday season even more special.

Children 12 years and younger, it's your time to shine in the festive spotlight!
Hurry, the Elf Workshop needs your info by Friday, Dec. 8, as Santa's reindeer are all set for takeoff.
For more details, contact the Volusia County Parks, Recreation, and Culture Division at 386-736-5953.
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Light Up DeBary!
Let's Light Up DeBary! Get in the Christmas spirit, decorate your house, and enter our Light the Night Contest! Open to DEBARY RESIDENTS ONLY, it's your chance to shine bright and win recognition and prizes!

🏠 Cost: FREE
📅 Registration Dates: Nov 13 - Dec 8, 2023
🎁 Judging Deadline: Dec 17 (Judges) | Dec 19 (Public)

Categories:
1️⃣ Lights A Palooza: The brightest display that truly lights up the night.
2️⃣ Santa’s Favorite: Best display with an organized theme.
3️⃣ Misfit Toys: Best Use of Inflatables or Characters.
4️⃣ Christmas Spirit: Light Display that Captures the Classic or Traditional Christmas.
5️⃣ HOA Throw Down: Most festive subdivision entrance decorations.

🏆 Prizes awarded to the top 3 in each category! Don't miss out on the festive fun—contact the Parks and Recreation Department to register. Let's make DeBary shine this holiday season! ✨🏡🎅
Three Decades of Excellence
Celebrate DeBary's 30th Anniversary with us this December!

Join us for the magical FREE Tree Lighting Ceremony and Chili Cookoff on December 2nd. Then, don't miss our glamorous 30th Anniversary Ball on December 30th at 6pm for ages 21+.

Let's make this December a month to remember!
Pardon Our Progress: Road Enhancements Coming to DeBary!
Attention, DeBary residents! The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has an upcoming road work project that may affect your commute. Here are the details you need to know:

  • Project Began: November 12th and will last approx. 60 days
  • Start and End Times: 7:30 PM to 7:00 AM
  • Type of Closure: Single Lane
  • Direction: Southbound
  • Work to be Performed: Turning Lane Extension
  • Approximate Location of Lane Closures: US 17/92 at Highbanks Rd.

Please plan your travels accordingly and consider alternative routes during these hours. FDOT is working hard to improve our road infrastructure, and your patience is greatly appreciated as we make these enhancements to our community.

For more information and updates on this project, visit the FDOT website or contact their local office. Drive safely, DeBary!
Mayor Chasez Honors Local Heroes at VFW Auxiliary Post 8093
This past Saturday, Mayor Chasez joined our local heroes at the VFW Auxiliary Post 8093 to express gratitude and celebrate Veterans Day.

While Veterans Day has passed, our gratitude for the brave men and women who have served our nation knows no bounds. To all our local veterans, we extend a heartfelt THANK YOU for your dedication, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to our great nation.
If you have any questions regarding the information above, email info@debary.org
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