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May 1

Prayer Connection —9:30 a.m. at PNC Bank 21 Cypress Parkway. Palm Coast Christian Women's Connection hosts the event, which consists of praying for family, friends, country, community. Snack or dessert will be served. Bring your own beverage. Call 445-6703.

Toddler Storytime — 10:30-11:15 a.m. at the Flagler County Public Library, 2500 Palm Coast Parkway N.W. For ages 1-2. Adult participation required. Stories, songs, rhymes, puppets and crafts. Introduces early literacy skills in a fun atmosphere. Free. Call 446-6763.

Playground Pals — 1 p.m. Call for location. Meet at one of the City of Palm Coast’s local parks for active play, arts, crafts and games. For ages 2-3. Free. Registration required. Call 986-2323.

Pre School Storytime — 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the Flagler County Public Library, 2500 Palm Coast Parkway N.W. For ages 3-5. Adult caregivers must remain on library premises during the program. Stories, songs, rhymes, puppets and crafts. Introduces early literacy skills. Free. Call 446-6763.

Big Red Bus Blood Drive — 2:30-7 p.m. at Indian Trails Middle School, 5505 Belle Terre.

Inter-Faith Theology Club Meeting — 3-4:30 p.m. at Saint Thomas Episcopal Church, 5400 Belle Terre Parkway. Hosted by the Association of Roman Catholic Women Priests. Email [email protected] or [email protected] or call 502-320-6817.

Hispanic Social Club Bingo — 5:30 p.m. at Hispanic American Club, 5 Commercial Court. All are welcome.

Flagler County Republican Club Meeting — 5:30 p.m. at Palm Coast Community Center, 305 Palm Coast Pkwy. All registered republicans, their guests and those interested in finding out about the Republican Party are invited. Call 283-5512.

Young Professionals Group Social — 6-8 p.m. at Houligan's 50 Plaza Dr #106. Potential members (40 and under) get in for $10. Admission for 40 and over is $20. Call 447-3580.

May 2

Marineland Beach Walk — 9-10:30 a.m. Join the GTM Research Reserve for a hike through Flagler County’s River to Sea Preserve Oceanside at the Town of Marineland. RSVP online at gtmnerrmarinelandbeach.eventbrite.com or call (904) 823-4500.


Diabetes Support Group — 9-10 a.m. at Florida Hospital Flagler in Classroom A, 60 Memorial Medical Parkway. Led by one of the hospital’s diabetes educators. Topics include nutrition, medications, new monitoring devices, research updates and the emotional aspects of diabetes. Free. No registration required. Call 231-3178.

People Who Need People Club Meeting — 10:30 a.m. at Hancock Bank, 300 Palm Coast Parkway N.E. Formed so no one ever has to spend a day or holiday alone. Call 931-3006.

Peoples Social Club Meeting — 10:30 a.m. to Noon at 1410 Palm Coast Parkway N.W. “Never Feel Lonely Again.” Active ages 50-80. Many functions and activities. Call 586-2833.

H.E.R.O.S.E.S Luncheon — 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Hammock Beach Resort
Atlantic Ballroom, 200 Ocean Crest Drive. Cost $15 per person. Visit business.flaglerchamber.org/events/details/tourism-week-kick-off-2253.

Third-annual Day of Prayer — 1 p.m. at Edward Johnson Park, 401 E. Court St., Bunnell. Alliance of Involved Ministries hosting event. Speakers from different churches, music and an interfaith prayer circle. Call 437-7425, or email [email protected].

THE CENTRAL PARK FIVE — 2 p.m. at AACS Cultural Center, 4422 US1 N. A documentary about the infamous Central Park Jogger case details how a rush to judgment by police, media and an outraged public led to five black and Latino teenagers being convicted for a heinous crime that they did not commit.

Head and Neck Cancer Support Group — 4 p.m. at Florida Hospital Flagler, Classroom C, 60 Memorial Medical Parkway. Support for People with Oral, Head and Neck Cancer, Inc. (SPOHNC), a national organization dedicated to offering a safe and comforting environment where patients and survivors can discuss coping strategies, experiences, and hope. Call 864-7895.

SPOHNC Meeting — 4-5:30 p.m. at 2 N. Village Drive. Support for People with
Oral and Head and Neck Cancer, Inc. (SPOHNC) is a patient-directed,
self-help organization dedicated to meeting the emotional, physical and
humanistic needs of oral and head and neck cancer patients and their
caregivers. Call 864-7895.

Flagler County Combat Vet's Spouse Support Group — 6 p.m. at the Coastal Center Conference Room on 4750 Moody Blvd. E., Bunnell. Primarily for the spouses of combat vets with PTSD. Call 313-1611.


Fearless — 7 p.m. at The Flagler Auditorium, 5500 Hwy 100. Flagler Palm Coast High School presents the 2013 dance concert. Admission $6. Email [email protected].

May 3

Family Storytime — 10-11 a.m. at the Flagler County Public Library, 2500 Palm Coast Parkway NW, Palm Coast. Stories, songs, rhymes, puppets and crafts. Library storytimes introduce early literacy skills in a fun atmosphere. No cost or registration. Call 446-6763.

Big Red Bus Blood Drive 12-6 p.m. at Books A Million, 5220 State Route 100.

Opera Education Society Meeting — 1:30-4:30 p.m. at Flagler Palm Coast Library, 2500 Palm Coast Pkwy NW. Ralph Piscitelli will present a program of operatic excerpts about heroic women who come to the rescue of their loved ones. Call 447-8318.

"FUNCH" — 5-8 p.m. at Bunnell Elementary,305 N Palmetto St, Bunnell. Families United for Nutrition and Community Health is to get families "moving" together and to get a better understanding about basic nutrition, and going green.437-7533 ext. 4056.

Art Reception for International Artist — 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Ocean Art Gallery, located at 200 S. Oceanshore Blvd (A1A). Ocean Art Gallery will present the sculpture and photographic art of Krystyna Madejczyk. Call 693-4882.

First Friday — 6-9 p.m. at Veterans Park, Flagler Beach. Music by David Lane, Navy Band, Shade Out Melanoma.

Spring Concert — 7 p.m. at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 156 N. Florida Park Drive. The Community Chorus of Palm Coast will perform a free spring concert of beautiful pop, folk and sacred music. Call 569-8657.

Fearless — 7 p.m. at The Flagler Auditorium, 5500 Hwy 100. Flagler Palm Coast High School presents the 2013 dance concert. Admission $6. Email [email protected].

May 4

5K Root Run/Walk and 1M Flutter Foam Fun Run/Walk — 8 a.m. at Central Park in Town Center, 975 Central Ave. Visit palmcoastgov.com/arborday.


Second Chance Rummage Sale — 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Celico Auto Body parking lot, 309 N. state Rd, Bunnell. Benefitting Flagler County Drug Court Foundation. Call 283-4905 to donate.

Ride for Food — 8:30 a.m. at Palm Coast Community Church, Pine Lakes Parkway N. Cost $20 per bike and $5 per passenger. Call 264-8986.

Beginner's Surf Fishing Program — 8:30-10 a.m. at Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area at Flagler Beach, 3100 S. Ocean Shore Blvd, Flagler Beach. Points covered will also include choosing the right fishing gear (rod, reel, line, hooks,
rigs, weights, sand spikes), as well as baits, best tides to fish, and identifying good
spots on the beach. Cost $10. Call 517-2086.

Palm Coast Decorative Painters Meeting — 9 a.m. at Flagler Beach Women’s Club, 1524 S. Central Ave, Flagler Beach. Monthly meeting, followed by a painting workshop. All levels of painters are welcome. Visit www.palmcoastdecorativepainters.com or email [email protected].

‘Feed a Mouth, Get a Tree, Grow a Community’ — 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Central Park in Town Center, 975 Central Ave. A day-long event featuring a tree give-away, butterfly release, food drive, walk/run, exhibits and fun activities for children including a petting zoo, character visits and rock-climbing wall. Call 986-3722.

S.T.E.M. and Innovative Teaching Expo — 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Palm Coast Arbor Day
Central Park at Town Center. A showcase of K-12 student discoveries that resulted from their involvement in classroom projects made possible by the Flagler County Education Foundation’s Dell Trayer Grant Program. Call 437-7526 ext 3125.

Arbor Day Celebration — 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Central Park in Town Center, 975 Central Ave. Featuring tree give-away, exhibits, crafts, canned food drive, entertainment, butterfly release, games and Flagler Schools STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)/Service Learning Expo. Call 986-3708.


Pre-Mother’s Day Sale-A-Bration — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at First Church, 91 Old Kings Rd N. The event will be showcasing a classic hat sale and other vendors, including Taste of Caribbean, Edward Tucker Caterers, Desserts by Alberta, Desserts by Wanda, plus entertainment, face-painting and more. Call 446-5759 to find out the cost of a table.

Relay For Life — May 4-5, 3 p.m. to 9 a.m. at Veterans Park and Flagler Beach Farmers Market. Email [email protected].

Big Red Bus Blood Drive 4:30-10 p.m. at Flagler Beach Relay for Life, Veterans Park, Flagler Beach.

May 5

Cinco De Mayo at Palm Harbor Golf Club — 7-11 a.m. at Palm Harbor Golf Club, 20 Palm Harbor Dr. Cost $39.95 includes 18 holes of golf, green fees and cart Fees, range balls and Mexican lunch with choice of Margarita or Corona from Canfield’s.Visit PalmHarborGolfClub.com or call 986-GOLF (4653).

Big Red Bus Blood Drive 1-5 p.m. at Highjackers Restaurant, 202 Airport Road.

"Veterans Recognition Day" — 2 p.m. at VFW, 47 Old Kings Road. The event will honor WW II and Korea Veterans. The event is followed a buffet, music and dancing. Cost $10. Call 446-8696.

Spring Concert — 4 p.m. at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 156 N. Florida Park Drive. The Community Chorus of Palm Coast will perform a free spring concert of beautiful pop, folk and sacred music. Call 569-8657.

Duck Dive — 4-8 p.m. at the Grand Club at PIne Lakes, 400 Pine Lakes Parkway North. Food, Fun, and Games for the entire family. There will be a buffet. Cost $25.

Cinco de Mayo Dinner Dance — 5:30 p.m. at 51 N. Old Kings Rd. Entertainment by Tim Rippy. Cost $21. Call 446-5632.

Picnic and Pops Concert — 6:30 p.m. at Central Ave, Town Center. Maestro Nakahara returns to Palm Coast with the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra to conduct "Symphony In Central Park". Call 263-2991 or visit thepcaf.org.

7th ANNUAL PICNIC & POPS CONCERT - 6:30-10 p.m. featuring “Symphony In Central Park” with the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra. Picnic & concert will be held on Central Avenue at Town Center, Palm Coast. Call the Palm Coast Arts Foundation at 263-2991 for tickets or information.


May 6

Palm Coast Teddy Bear Picnic — 10-11a.m. at Palm Coast Community Center, 305 Palm Coast Parkway NE. Toddlers ages 2-4 and their favorite teddy bear/stuffed toy will enjoy story time, crafts, games and snacks. Free to attend but children must be pre-registered. Call 986-2323.


Retired Educators Association — 11 a.m. at Herschel King Park, 1000 Grady Prather Jr. Cove. Celebrating the end of a wonderful year with a picnic. Cost is $5 for non-members. All are welcome. Call 447-3701.

Big Red Bus Blood Drive 12-5 p.m. at Publix Palm Harbor, 298 PC Pkwy.

The Palm Coast Scrabble Club — 12:30 p.m. at Hancock Bank, 300 Palm Coast Parkway N.E. Three games will be played. Call 447-0632.
Free Fitness Pole Walking Clinics — 4:30 p.m. at Waterfront Park off Colbert Lane. Learn how to turn a simple walk around the block into an effective, efficient, aerobic and total body
workout. Call 904-540-1067 or email [email protected].
Take Off Pounds Sensibly (T.O.P.S.) — 6 p.m. at Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary School's Media Center, 4550 Belle Terre Parkway. A weight loss support and wellness educational organization. Call 447-7755.

The Astronomy Club — 6 p.m. at the Flagler County Public Library, 2500 Palm Coast Parkway NW. Subject: Current events and viewing opportunities for May, and also start a new Video Lecture series by Professor Sean Carroll of Caltec, "Dark Matter, Dark Energy: The Dark Side of the Universe". Free and open to the public. Call 793-1201.

Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group — 6-7 p.m. at the Flagler Pines Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, 300 Dr. Carter Blvd., Bunnell. Call 437-4168.

May 7

Heritage Crossroads Committee — 9 a.m. at the Government Services Building, 1769 E. Moody Blvd. Help bring recognition to historical landmarks of Flagler County. Annual membership is $10. Visit www.heritagecrossroads.org. Call 439-1646.

Flagler County Horseshoe Pitching Club — 9-11 a.m. at Old Dixie Community Park, 1250 S. Old Dixie Highway, Bunnell. Meet new people. All ages and genders welcome. Cost is $2 dollars. Free pizza party the first Tuesday of each month. Call 447-3559.

Big Red Bus Blood Drive 9 a.m to 2 p.m. Flagler Animal Hospital, 130 Old Kings Road South.

Caregiver Support Group — 10-11 a.m at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 4600 Belle Terre Parkway. Facilitator: Liz Knowlton, LCSW. Sponsored by VITAS Innovative Hospice Care. Free and open to the public. Call 1.855.753.3700.

Toddler Storytime — 10:30-11:15 a.m. at the Flagler County Public Library, 2500 Palm Coast Parkway N.W. For ages 1-2. Adult participation required. Stories, songs, rhymes, puppets and crafts. Introduces early literacy skills in a fun atmosphere. Free. Call 446-6763.

Palm Coast Digital Society Meeting — 6:30 p.m. at Hancock Bank, 300 Palm Coast Parkway N.E. Brings together interested individuals wanting to share knowledge and camaraderie in technology. Open to all. Call 793-3009, or email [email protected].

CREATION Health Workshop — Every Tuesday, May 7 to June 25, 7-8:30 p.m. at Florida Hospital Flagler Education Center, 60 Memorial Medical Parkway. Fee Individual $29 and Couples $39.
Fee includes blood work, workbook, demonstrations, and food samples. Visit healthyflagler.com.

Bunnell Masonic Lodge 200 F and AM — 7:30 p.m. at Bunnell Masonic Lodge, 109 S. Bay St., Bunnell. Meet and greet 6:30-7:20 p.m.

Hammock Conservation Coalition Meeting — 7:30 p.m. at Hammock Community Center on Malacompra Road. The meeting will feature Barb Kelley on history of the byways and Carole McCleery on the value to Flagler County of A1A scenic byway.

 

 

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