- November 21, 2024
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When: 11 a.m. to noon
Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach
Details: Celebrate the holiday season with handbell music in the gardens by the St. James Ringers, a volunteer ensemble from St. James Episcopal Church. Admission is free, and guests are encouraged to walk the gardens and enjoy the music. The museum will also offer hot tea and coffee as well as a holiday card-making activity until 3 p.m. All art supplies will be provided. The cards will be delivered by the museum staff to local nursing homes. All ages are welcome.
When: 2 p.m.
Where: Ormond Beach Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach
Details: The Friends of the Ormond Beach Library will present a concert by Linda Cole, jazz singer and a member of the legendary Nat “King” Cole family. Free program. Open to the community.
When: 4 p.m.
Where: Central Baptist Church, 142 Fairview Ave., Daytona Beach
Details: Attend this service of quiet contemplation — whether you personally struggle during the holidays or would like to pray on behalf of someone who is. Call 386-255-2588.
When: 7 p.m.
Where: 56 N. Halifax Drive, Ormond Beach
Details: Join the Ormond Beach Area Democratic Club for its monthly meeting. Check-in and social visiting will begin at 6:30 p.m. There will be a review of club activities in 2023 and a look ahead to club activities in 2024 in preparation for the November election, with information on how to meet Democratic neighbors and updates on local, state and national issues. Like-minded nonmembers are welcome to attend as guests. Visit ormondbeachdems.org.
When: 10 a.m.
Where: Tomoka State Park recreation hall, 2099 N. Beach St., Ormond Beach
Details: Join a park ranger on a guided 1-mile hike through the hardwood hammock of Tomoka State Park. Learn about the park's history, wildlife and flora. Bring water, sunscreen and insect repellent and wear sturdy shoes. Program is free with park entry of $5 per vehicle.
When: 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Palm Coast Community Center, 305 Palm Coast Parkway NE, Palm Coast
Details: Celebrate the holidays with the Palm Coast Fire Department. The event features a Christmas sing-along, a magic show and photos with Santa.
When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: European Village, 101 Palm Harbor Parkway, Unit B113, Palm Coast
Details: AW Custom Kitchens, Inc. is partnering with Toys-for-Tots for a nonprofit toy drive event. Every toy donated grants the donor a ticket for a sweepstakes featuring a chance to win a TV, iPad, Apple Air Pods and more. There will be free popcorn, snow cones, cotton candy, hot dogs, refreshments and a bounce house. The prize drawing will take place at 2 p.m. Donate toys from now until the date of the event. Call 386-237-5139.
When: 11 a.m. to noon
Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach
Details: Create a "New Year Shooting Star" art project while learning about the elements of art and how to use various art tools and materials. Open to veterans and current service members, but a family member (age 16 or older) may also take the workshop if registered together. Visit ormondartmuseum.org.
When: 2-6 p.m.
Where: African American Cultural Center and Museum of Florida, 4422 N. U.S. Highway 1, Palm Coast
Details: Celebrate the seven principles of Kwanzaa during the African American Cultural Society's annual Kwanzaa Celebration. Afternoon activities will include cultural performances, live music and a pop-up marketplace featuring a festive selection of food, crafted jewelry, fashion and more. Visit aacspalmcoast.org.
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center, 5500 E. Highway 100, Palm Coast
Details: See The Little Mermen in this Disney tribute concert for all ages. The band, dressed in full costume, will perform songs from "The Little Mermaid," "Mary Poppins," "Frozen," "Encanto" and more. Tickets cost $25 for adults, $10 for children under 18 and $5 for children under 12. Visit flaglerauditorium.org.
When: 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: Main Street, Daytona Beach
Details: The 2024 annual New Year's Eve Street Party will feature five stages of live entertainment, plus street performers, food trucks and fireworks at midnight. Free admission.
When: 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Where: European Village, 101 Palm Harbor Parkway, Palm Coast
Details: Ring in the New Year at the European Village New Year’s Eve party. There will be live music, dancing, dining, party favors, a countdown and palm tree drop at midnight.
When: Midnight
Where: Veteran's Park, 101 N. Ocean Shore Blvd., Flagler Beach
Details: Come out and celebrate the New Year with the city of Flagler Beach. In addition to fireworks, there will also be a surfboard drop. Free event.
When: 9:30-11:30 a.m. on the second and fourth Friday of the month
Where: Central Baptist Church, 152 Fairview Ave., Daytona Beach
Details: Moms of Pre Schoolers is a free faith-based program for moms, moms-to-be and their preschoolers for support and encouragement. Breakfast is provided, as well as a video with discussion and crafts. Playtime offered for children, with adult supervision. Call 386-255-2588.
When: 9:30 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays
Where: First Baptist Church of Palm Coast, 6050 Palm Coast Parkway, Palm Coast
Details: Attend upbeat classes presented by Synergy Senior Fitness and taught by Senior Fitness Specialist Artie Gardella. Classes are ongoing. Insurances that cover fitness accepted, or a donation for those with no coverage. Visit Synergyseniorfitness.com.
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, Daytona Beach
Details: Want to spend a day looking at fine art? The Museum of Arts and Sciences has the following shows on display: "Wings of History: World War II Aviation Art of John D. Shaw"; and "World War II: Stories from the American Experience."