Events calendar: See 'The Great American Trailer Park Musical' at Matanzas High School

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


From left to right, Kianna Longhway, Cynthia Geiges and Michele O'neil in "The Great American Trailer Park Musical." Photo by Sierra Williams
From left to right, Kianna Longhway, Cynthia Geiges and Michele O'neil in "The Great American Trailer Park Musical." Photo by Sierra Williams
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Thursday, Jan. 25

Tiger Bay eco-buggy tour

When: 9:30 a.m. to noon

Where: Tiger Bay State Forest, 2201 Rima Ridge Road, Ormond Beach

Details: Forest rangers from the Florida Forest Service will discuss and demonstrate the use and benefits of prescribed fire in land management and willdland fuels reduction. The burning demonstration is weather dependent. All ages are welcome. Free Explore Volusia program presented by the county. Reservations required. Search for Green Volusia activities on Eventbrite.com or contact Tommy Nordmann at [email protected] or at 386-736-5927, ext. 12072.

Magic History and Myths

When: 2 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Library auditorium, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach

Details: The Friends of the Ormond Beach Library will present a program on the history of magic, featuring magician Peter Bugnet. Free program.

'The Great American Trailer Park Musical'

When: 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Jan. 25-26

Where: Matanzas High School, 3535 Pirate Nation Way, Palm Coast

Details: The Flagler Playhouse is presenting this musical, telling the story of a new tenant Armadillo Acres — and all the havoc she wreaks at the trailer park. Tickets cost $30. Visit flaglerplayhouse.org.

Friday, Jan. 26

Artist talk with Clare Radigan: creative process

When: 11 a.m. to noon

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

Details: Clare Radigan, whose works are on display at OMAM's "Surreal Worlds" exhibition, will discuss where her ideas originate and why she paints them. Free admission. Registration is required. Visit ormondartmuseum.org.

Human Nature: Back To The Sound Of Motown

When: 7 p.m.

Where: Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center, 5500 E. Highway 100, Palm Coast

Details: See this group, presented by Smokey Robinson, perform Motown hits. Tickets start at $54. Visit flaglerauditorium.org.

J Alan Six Band concert

When: 7:30 p.m.

Where: MetroHealth Stadium at Pictona, 1060 Ridgewood Ave., Holly Hill

Details: The Holly Hill 2024 Concert Series will begin with the J Alan Six Band, which performs country music. Tickets start at $13. Visit hollyhillevents.org. 

Saturday, Jan. 27

Arts and crafts show

When: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: VFW Post 8696, 47 Old Kings Road, Palm Coast

Details: Come join VFW Post 8696 for an arts and crafts show benefiting veteran programs. There will be a variety of craft vendors with handmade items plus a baked goods table.

Guns and Hoses Chili Challenge

When: 12-2 p.m.

Where: Veterans Park, 101 S. Oceanshore Blvd., Flagler Beach

Details: The Flagler Woman's invites the public to attend the Guns and Hoses Chili Challenge between first responders. For $10, attendees may sample all the various chilies and vote on which one is best for the fan favorite prize. There will be music, a bake sale and raffles. For more information, call 388-569-7813 or 908-839-8862.

Battlefield to Bowtie charity gala

When: 6-10 p.m.

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

Details: Pop Smoke K-9 for Veterans, an Ormond Beach nonprofit, will be holding its first fundraising event, designed to celebrate the journey of veterans as they transition from military service to civilian life. The evening will feature stories from veterans, a silent auction, live entertainment and a gourmet dinner. Individual gala tickets cost $100. Visit https://www.popsmokek9forveterans.org.

Sunday, Jan. 28

VFW Post 8696 free Vietnam veterans lunch

When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: VFW Post 8696, 47 Old Kings Road North, Palm Coast

Details: In recognition of the signing of the Vietnam Peace Accord, VFW Post 8696 is inviting all Vietnam veterans to a free lunch consisting of a barbecue pulled pork sandwich and potato salad. Friends and family may attend as well for $9.50.

Friday, Feb. 2

Yoga outdoors

When: 10 a.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Environmental Discovery Center, 601 Division Ave., Ormond Beach

Details: The Environmental Discovery Center is hosting a free outdoor beginner level yoga class by Victoria Bennett. Chairs available. Mats recommended. Space is limited. Call 386-615-7081.

Movies on the Halifax

When: 6:30 p.m.

Where: Rockefeller Gardens, 26 Riverside Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy a showing of "Sing 2," rated PG. Movies are weather-sensitive. Call 386-676-3216 for rainout information.

Saturday, Feb. 3

Tunnel to Towers 2024

When: 8-10:30 a.m.

Where: Central Park at Town Center, 975 Central Ave., Palm Coast

Details: The city of Palm Coast is hosting the third annual Tunnel to Towers 5K Run/Walk. The previous two events raised nearly $30,000, with all proceeds going to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Visit https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/PalmCoast/TunneltoTowers5KRunWalkPalmCoastFL.

'The impact of Mary McLeod Bethune on the Daytona Beach area'

When: 10-11 a.m.

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

Details: Daytona State Professor Leonard Lempel will speak on Mary McLeod Bethune's history, including how she and her school influenced and continue to influence the local area. This is a free program sponsored by the Florida Humanities Speakers Bureau and hosted by the Ormond Beach Historical Society.

Granada Grand Festival of the Arts

When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where: New Britain Avenue, from Beach Street to Ridgewood Avenue

Details: Ormond Beach MainStreet and the Ormond Beach Arts District's 10th annual free arts festival is back, featuring live music, hands-on activities and of course, lots of art. There will also be an artisan market.

Art walk

When: 3-7 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach MainStreet Arts District, 128 W. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: Join Ocean Art Gallery, Frame of Mind, Art Spotlight, The Studio by Artist Angel Lowden, the Ormond Memorial Art Museum and more on the first Saturday of each month for art openings and art events.

Blue Jeans and Bling

When: 6-10 p.m.

Where: Flagler County Fairgrounds, 150 Sawgrass Road, Bunnell

Details: Attend this benefit dinner and auction supporting the 4-H and FFA Youth Awards and Scholarship Fund. Tickets cost $50 per person. Attire is jeans and your best bling. Visit flaglercountyfair.com.

Invincible: A glorious tribute to Michael Jackson

When: 7 p.m.

Where: Flagler Auditorium, 5500 E. Highway 100, Palm Coast

Details: See this tribute show dedicated to Michael Jackson. The production aims to recreate his performances' energy, talent and magic while playing homage to his career. Tickets cost $64. Visit flaglerauditorium.org.

Sunday, Feb. 4

Knights of Columbus pancake breakfast

When: 8 a.m. to noon

Where: Social Hall at St. Brendan Catholic Church, 1000 Ocean Shore Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: The Father Eamonn Gill Council 13018 Knights of Columbus will serve a pancake breakfast. The meal includes all the pancakes you can eat, scrambled eggs, a sausage link, orange juice and endless coffee. The breakfast costs $6 and children under 12 eat free. All are welcome.

'Fiber art — Natural Expressions' opening reception

When: 1-3:30 p.m.

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

Details: Expressions Art Gallery is celebrating the opening of "Fiber Art — Natural Expressions," a collection of sculpture and wall art by Liz Canali, Amy Hemphill Dove and Jenna Weston. The reception will feature music from the Al Canali Project. The exhibition will be on display through March 16.

Ongoing

Art League of Daytona Beach's annual members' awards exhibit

When: 1-4 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday, through Feb. 16

Where: Art League of Daytona Beach,433 S. Palmetto Ave., Daytona Beach

Details: See this exhibit featuring art of all mediums by the members of the Art League of Daytona Beach. The exhibit will run through Feb. 16. Visit artleague.org.

Women's book club

When: 12:30-2 p.m. every Tuesday, beginning Jan. 9

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 wil meet in the Marchman Building, room 117. Contact Sylvia Meincke at 386-451-5223.

Moms of Pre Schoolers

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.

Exercises for the maturing body

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.

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: "The Lure of Florida Fishing."

 

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