- December 20, 2024
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When: 5:30-8 p.m.
Where: Palm Coast Community Center, 305 Palm Coast Parkway NE, Palm Coast
Details: Join over 100 community leaders, club members and guests in this sixth anniversary celebration and enjoy live entertainment, wine tasting and hors d'oeuvres. Tickets cost $40. Visit FlaglerTigerBayClub.com.
When: 10-11 a.m.
Where: Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area, 3100 S. Oceanshore Blvd., Flagler Beach
Details: Participants will learn about the important role sea turtles play in "the real Florida" and how actions can help preserve this species. All ages welcome; minors must be accompanied by an adult. Entrance into the park costs $5 per vehicle.
When: 11 a.m.
Where: Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach
Details: Learn all about substitutions in baking from library staff. Free program. Registration not required.
When: 8:30 a.m. to noon
Where: Ormond Beach Environmental Discovery Center, 601 Division Ave., Ormond Beach
Details: Take part in a native plant walk at 8:30 a.m. before perusing the plant sale at 9 a.m. The "Be Floridian Now" program will start at 10 a.m. Free.
When: 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Aug. 24; and 3-5 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 26, and Saturday, Aug. 31
Where: Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach
Details: This is an interactive reading program designed for children up to age 12. Children will practice basic reading aloud skills by pairing up with a specially trained volunteer dog. Reservations, for 15-minute reading sessions, are required. Books are provided, or children can bring their favorite story. Free program.
When: 10-11 a.m.
Where: Ormond Beach Discovery Center, 601 Division Ave., Ormond Beach
Details: Environmental Specialist Holly Giles will teach attendees about Florida native plants and how to safeguard local waterways. The workshop will include a live demonstration of arrangements of native, non-native and invasive plant species. There will also be a hands-on demonstration of how to make an effective bug repellent from the Florida native Beautyberry. This workshop is part of the "Walk, Talk, and Learn" event with the Pawpaw Chapter of the Native Plant Society and is open to the public. All ages are welcome. Reservations required. Contact Holly Giles at [email protected] or 386-736-5927, ext. 12330, or search for Green Volusia events on Eventbrite.com.
When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Birthplace of Speed Park, 21 Ocean Shore Blvd., Ormond Beach
Details: The Motor Racing Heritage Association will host an open house at the Ormond Garage model at the Birthplace of Speed Park. The garage holds the two replica race cars that competed in the first sanctioned race on the beach in March 1903.
When: 2 p.m.
Where: Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach
Details: Learn about the history of "Florida foods" from library staff. Free program. Registration not required.
When: 5-8 p.m.
Where: Palm Coast United Methodist Church, 6500 Belle Terre Parkway, Palm Coast
Details: Fellowship of Christian Athlete's Night of Champions will bring together coaches and student athletes across Flagler County for an evening of food, fellowship, inspiration and the gospel. RSVP by Monday, Aug. 19. Visit flaglerfca.org/night-of-champions.
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Sip N Surf Coffee, 701 N. Ocean Shore Blvd., Flagler Beach
Details: Attend this free event at Sip N Surf Coffee, themed carnival. There will be games, prizes, local vendors, coffee and more. Presented by FB Real Estate Co.
When: 5:30-7 p.m.
Where: Commission chambers at City Hall, 22 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach
Details: The city of Ormond Beach is updating its Comprehensive Plan and residents are invited to share their thoughts. Ice cream from Neighborhood Scoop will be provided.
When: 1-4 p.m.
Where: Tomoka United Methodist Church, 1000 Old Tomoka Road, Ormond Beach
Details: Attend this free community event designed to encourage healthy lifestyles, prevent and manage diseases and connect you to other resources. Free eye exams, blood pressure and blood sugar screenings will be available. Many other local health related organizations will be participating in this event. For more information, email [email protected] or call 386-441-4421.
When: 2 p.m.
Where: Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach
Details: Volusia County Animal Services will discuss responsible pet ownership. Free program.
When: 2 p.m.
Where: Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach
Details: Learn about juniper and how to use it from library staff. Free program.
When: 2 p.m.
Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach
Details: Artists ages 3-5 are invited to focus on exploring colors with activities designed to develop fine motor skil;s and encourage imagination. The program will end with immersive storytelling. Free and offered in partnership with the Early Learning Coalition of Flagler and Volusia. Registration is required. Visit ormondartmuseum.org.
When: 6-8 p.m.
Where: The Stage, 1500 Central Ave., Palm Coast
Details: End Parks and Recreation Month by attending this free event featuring the SoulFire band. They will bring country/rock to The Stage. There will be food trucks and vendors. Bring lawn chairs or towels for seating.
When: 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where: St. Brendan the Navigator Catholic Church social hall, 1000 Ocean Shore Blvd., Ormond Beach
Details: The Knights of Columbus Council 13018 is sponsoring a pancake breakfast. The OneBlood Big Red Bus will be onsite to accept blood donations, and all donors will receive a free pass to the breakfast to enjoy scrambled eggs, sausage, and all the pancakes you can eat, along with coffee and orange juice. OneBlood will also offer a free gift and a $20 eGift card in addition to a complimentary wellness checkup. Breakfast for non-donors costs $6, and kids under 12 eat free.
When: Aug. 22, 29
Where: Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach Street, Ormond Beach
Details: An interactive, 21st Century literacy program designed for children between the ages of 18 months and 3 years old. Children and caregivers are introduced to basic building blocks of literacy through stories, rhymes, and music; in a fun and educational environment. Programs may end with a brief S.T.R.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, and Math) activity.
When: 9:30 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays
Where: Palm Coast First Baptist Church, 6050 Palm Coast Parkway NW, Palm Coast
Details: Join this Balance and Motion class and develop strength and endurance, core stability and balance. Taught by senior fitness specialist Artie G, the class is open to all fitness levels and free with most insurances. A donation is accepted for those without coverage. See full schedule at synergyseniorfitness.com or call 386-931-3485.
When: 12:30-2 p.m. every Tuesday
Where: Central Baptist Church, 152 Fairview Ave., Daytona Beach
Details: Join this book club, which will study "Love Stories of the Bible Speak" by Shannon Bream. The book club will meet in the Marchman Building, room 117. Contact Sylvia Meincke at 386-451-5223.
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: 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: "Tide Pools: Exploring Coastal Communities" ; "The Lure of Florida Fishing" ; and "Lohman Planetarium 2.0"
When: Times vary, most classes and workshops begin in October.
Where: Art League of Daytona Beach, 433 South Palmetto Ave., Daytona Beach
Details: Register for fall classes and workshops at the Art League of Daytona Beach. Visit www.artleague.org or phone 386-947-7103. Workshops and classes vary in start time and duration.