Calendar: Attend a poetry reading at the OMAM gardens

What to do this week in Ormond Beach.


Volusia County Poet Laureate David Axelrod will host a free poetry reading at the OMAM gardens on Tuesday, May 18. Courtesy photo
Volusia County Poet Laureate David Axelrod will host a free poetry reading at the OMAM gardens on Tuesday, May 18. Courtesy photo
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Thursday, May 13

Halifax Genealogical Society monthly webinar

When: 1:30-2:45 p.m.

Where: Virtual

Details: Professional genealogist Annette Burke Lyttle will present, "'What did you do in the war, granny?': Women in the Army in World War II." For free guest registration, contact [email protected]

Saturday, May 15

Fourth-annual Neighbors Helping Neighbors golf tournament

When: 7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Where: LPGA International Golf Club 1000 Champions Dr.

Details: Join the Halifax Humane Society to help raise $25,000 for the community's animals. The 18-hole golf tournament is sponsored by Subaru of Daytona. The tournament will be held in a four-person scramble format, and sponsorship levels are available. A single golfer green fee is $125. Pre-register at HHSMayGolf.givesmart.com

Sunday, May 16

SPCA pet shots 

When: 9-11 a.m. 

Where: Big Lots plaza, 122 N. Nova Road

Details: Get your pet vaccinated at a lower cost. Rabies shots will cost $5 for 1-year vaccinations $12 for 3-year vaccinations. Other shots offered include dog distemper/parvo combo, dog flu, cat distemper combo, feline leukemia and more. Heartworm prevention and flea control products will be available for purchase. All vaccinations are administered with a licensed veterinarian. Cash only for shots; cards accepted for product purchase. No appointment needed. Clinic is open to everyone. Proceeds benefit abused animals. Call or text 748-8993.

Tuesday, May 18

Free poetry reading

When: 10:30 a.m.

Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd.

Details: The Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens will host a poetry reading with Volusia County Poet Laureate David Axelrod under the cover of the gazebo in the gardens. Axelrod is celebrating his 24th book of poetry, titled "Mother Tongue," and he will share selections from it. Free program, but seating is limited, so advance registration is required. Masks and social distancing required. Visit omrondartmuseum.org or call 676-3347. 

Ongoing

MOAS exhibitions

When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday

Where: Museum of Arts and Sciences, 352 S. Nova Road

Details: Want to spend a day looking at fine art? The Museum of Arts and Sciences has the following shows on display: "In the Style of the Emperor: Napoleonic Decorative Arts From the Collection;" "Fresh Off the Easel: Watercolors" by Frank Spino; "Seeing Differently: Photography" by Margo Kessler Cook; and "Time Honored: The Art of Dean Mitchell." Opening on May 8 are: "Time Honored: The Art of Dean Mitchell;" "Home: Paintings by Sara Pedigo;" and "Eyes in the Sky: The World of Aerial Drones."

 

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