Calendar: Attend local educational forums on turtles

What to do this week in Ormond Beach and Palm Coast.


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Thursday, June 22

Turtle rehabilitation

When: 5:30 p.m.

Where: Ocean Art Gallery, 197 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: Ocean Art Gallery will host an educational forum talk on turtle rehabilitation with Allie Bernstein, manager of turtle rehabilitation at the Marine Science Center. Reservations are required. Call 386-317-9400.

Volusia-Flagler Sierra Club meeting

When: 6-7:30 p.m.

Where: Natural Concepts Revisited, 142 W. International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach

Details: Join the Volusia-Flagler Sierra Club for a presentation on rain barrels by Chris Rentz, "The Barrel Man" from DeLand. The meeting will also include updates on current group efforts and activities. Free and open to the public.

Daytona State College summer jazz concert

When: 7:30 p.m.

Where: The News-Journal Center, 221 N. Beach St., Daytona Beach

Details: Attend this DSC jazz concert to kick off the summer. Free admission.

Friday, June 23

Walking with Warriors: A Project Rebirth training

When: 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where: Florida National Guard Armory, 100 Fin Way Palm Coast

Details: Attend this training designed for those who care about veterans and first responders. Presented by Flagler Open Arms Recovery Services, the aim of the training is to provide participants with practical tools and resources for responding to the unique needs of veterans and first responders. Participants will receive a free lunch. Register at https://tinyurl.com/mt6hcx5

Turtle Talk

When: 11 a.m.

Where: Gamble Rogers Memorial State Park, 3100 S. Oceanshore Blvd., Flagler Beach

Details: Learn about the role sea turtles play in Florida and how your actions can help preserve turtles for generations to come. Program is limited to 25. All ages are welcome. Entrance into the park is $5 per vehicle. Call 386-517-2086 to reserve your seat.

Barbecue and Jazz

When: 4 p.m.

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

Details: Join the North East Florida Jazz Association for its annual Barbecue and Jazz event, featuring the Shawn Pfaffman Quartet. Tickets cost $40 for members, $45 for guests and are available at Chez Jacqueline, at 25 Palm Harbor Village Way, or online at NEFJA.org.

Dog Days of Summer fundraiser

When: 6 p.m.

Where: Club Mosaic Bandshell, 715 Mosaic Blvd., Daytona Beach

Details: The Taylor Road Band will be performing and donating a large percentage of its performance fee to help the community's animals. Free event. Register at https://conta.cc/43F8FMR.

Saturday, June 24

Crabbing basics

When: 8:30 a.m.

Where: Gamble Rogers Memorial State Park, 3100 S. Oceanshore Blvd., Flagler Beach

Details: Learn how to catch Atlantic blue crabs during this one-hour, hands-on program. All ages are welcome. Entrance into the park is $5 per vehicle. Pre-registration required. Call 386-517-2086.

Summer open house weekend at Belle Terre Swim and Racquet Club

When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 24 and Sunday, June 25

Where: Belle Terre Swim and Racquet Club, 73 Patricia Drive, Palm Coast

Details: The club, which is run by Flagler Schools, is looking to boost membership. Open house includes a free cookout both days from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

Naval Civil War in Florida

When: 10 a.m.

Where: Anderson-Price Memorial Building, 42 N. Beach St., Ormond Beach

Details: Robert Mattson, member of the USS Pawnee Guard, will discuss a broad overview of naval actions in Florida during the American Civil War, based on his book, "The Civil War Navy in Florida." Free admission. Event presented by the Ormond Beach Historical Society.

American Radio Relay League’s annual Field Day

When: 2 p.m. Saturday, June 24 to 2 p.m. Sunday, June 25

Where: Hammock Community Center, 79 Mala Compra Road, Palm Coast

Details: Local amateur radio operators will take part in the American Radio Relay League's annual Field Day. Every June, more than 40,000 hams throughout North America set up temporary transmitting stations in public places to demonstrate ham radio's science, skill and service to our communities for 24 hours. The local effort will include hams associated with the Flagler Palm Coast Amateur Radio Club, Flagler Emergency Communications Association, and Flagler County Amateur Radio Emergency Service. Free event. 

Sunday, June 25

Lt. Col. Allen West presentation and book signing

When: 2-5 p.m.

Where: Forever Ranch, 3600 West S.R. 40, Ormond Beach

Details: The Atlantic Federated Republican Women and John Hamlin will host Lt. Col. Allen West, who will speak on the topic on how to bring Black voters back into the Republican Party. General admission tickets cost $65. Visit atlanticrepublicanwomen.com/special-event.

Wednesday, June 28

Guided kayak tour

When: 9 a.m.

Where: Gamble Rogers Memorial State Park, 3100 S. Oceanshore Blvd., Flagler Beach

Details: Join this two-hour guided kayak tour to learn about the importance of the local coastal ecosystem. All levels of experience are welcome. Registration and donation of $45 per person requested; $20 if using your own kayak. Space is limited. Call 386-517-2086 for more information. 

Ongoing

Inspirations and Reflections

When: June 4 through July 15

Where: Expressions Art Gallery, 2298 Colbert Lane, Palm Coast

Details: See this exhibition featuring artists Suzanne Barrett and Louise Kennedy. 

Exercises for the maturing body

When: 10:30 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.

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, Daytona Beach

Details: Want to spend a day looking at fine art? The Museum of Arts and Sciences has the following shows on display: "Unfolding the Universe: The James Webb Space Telescope," and “Caribbean Indigenous Resistance.”

 

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