Calendar: Blue Jeans and Bling scholarship fundraiser upcoming

Things to do in Flagler County.


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Southern Chaos performs at the Blue Jeans and Bling benefit in 2018. File photo
Southern Chaos performs at the Blue Jeans and Bling benefit in 2018. File photo
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Thursday, Jan. 17

Indoor rowing

When: 4:30-5:30 p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 17 to May 23

Where: Palm Coast Community Center, 305 Palm Coast Parkway NE

Cost: $7 per class

Details: In partnership with Flagler Rowing Club, experienced rowing members will instruct on proper technique while using the erg with a focus on both mechanics and breathing during this class hosted by the city of Palm Coast Parks and Recreation. All fitness levels are welcome, ages 18 and up. Participants should bring a towel, water and a mat for floor exercises. Call 986-2323 or visit https://www.parksandrec.fun/wellness.

 

Inspired Mic night

When: 6 p.m.

Where: Hidden Treasure Raw Bar and Grill, 820 Moody Lane, Flagler Beach

Cost: $12.50 online; $15 at the door

Details: Each month, 14 individuals present seven minutes of their creative performance, ranging from poetry to stand-up comedy and everything in between. The first performer opens at 6:30 p.m. The ticket includes one drink and entry into a drawing with a prize of $25 cash or a $50 gift certificate to Hidden Treasure restaurant. Visit https://www.theinspiredmicus.com.

 

Saturday, Jan. 19

MLK parade

When: 10 a.m.

Where: Carver Recreation Center, 203 E. Drain St., Bunnell

Cost: Free

Details: The celebrate the life and efforts of Martin Luther King Jr., there will be a “Unity in the Community” parade at 10 a.m., with a barbecue cook-off at 9 a.m. There will be free hotdogs and drinks, kickball, basketball and corn hole.

 

Ecumenical Celebration

When: noon to 2 p.m.

Where: Santa Maria Del Mar Catholic Church, Flagler Beach

Cost: Free

Details: The 10th-annual Ecumenical Celebration is being attended by several Palm Coast and Flagler Beach churches and musicians from various religious expressions. This event strives toward standing together and total Christian unity throughout denominations. The Matanzas High School Steel Drum band will also perform. Voluntary donations will all go to the Family Life Center. Visit http://www.flagler-churches-together.info/.

 

Chili Challenge

When: noon to 4 p.m.

Where: Veterans Park, 105 S. 2nd St., Flagler Beach

Cost: $10

Details: The Flagler Woman’s Club invites you to join the Guns and Hoses Chili Challenge between first responders. Tickets will allow guests to sample all the various chilies and vote on which one you think is the best. The winning chili gets bragging rights and a trophy. There will be a DJ, bake sale, raffles bounce house and face painting. Call Barbara Macready at 215-209-9332 or Mary Louk at 569-7813.

 

Sunday, Jan. 20

The 'Celebration of the Trees'

When: 11:30 a.m.

Where: Temple Beth Shalom, 40 Wellington Drive

Cost: Free

Details: Tu B’Shevat, the 15th day in the Hebrew month of Shevat, is the day since biblical times as been celebrated by Jews worldwide to tithe their fruit harvest and plant new trees. In modern times, the holiday assumed an even more important role as Jews worldwide contributed funds to plant trees in Israel in order to bring the land from desert to orchards. Globally, Tu B’Shevat known as the Celebration of the Trees, has taken on a more ecological aspect, and is celebrated with a ceremonial planting of a tree. On this Sunday, the 14th day of Shevat in the Hebrew year 5779, rabbis and members of Temple Beth Shalom will celebrate this holiday by planting a young fig tree in front of the building with a prayer for the world, followed by a feast of foods that contain all sorts of fruit. The public is welcome to attend. Visit www.tbspalmcoast.org, or call 445-3006.

 

Friday, Jan. 25

Blue Jeans and Bling scholarship fundraiser

When: 7-11 p.m.

Where: Flagler County Fairgrounds Cattleman’s Hall, 150 Sawgrass Road, Bunnell

Cost: $75

Details: Bring your fancy duds or your best jeans. Come out and listen to some great music by “Southern Chaos,” eat a prime rib dinner, win some door prizes or buy some auction items. All proceeds fund the annual scholarship awards to the 4H and FFA youth exhibitors that are graduating each year. Call 931-6597 to purchase tickets. You must be 18 to attend. The Flagler County Fair and Youth Show is a nonprofit.

 

Sunday, Jan. 20

MLK church service

When: 8 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. services

Where: First Church of Palm Coast, 91 Old Kings Road N.

Cost: Free

Details: Join Pastor Gillard S. Glover as he preaches, celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King's mission and commitment to human rights and equality. All are invited to celebrate Dr. King's legacy. Special music will be provided. Call 446-5759.

 

Sunday, Jan. 27

Youth Reality Show

When: 4-7 p.m.

Where: African American Cultural Society Center, 4422 N. U.S. 1

Cost: Free

Details: The 16th-annual Youth Black History Reality Show will feature local youth who creatively showcase historical presentations. Seating is limited. Call Jeanette Wheeler, Youth Black History Committee, at 447-3218 for participation and scholarship information.

 

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