- December 24, 2024
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When: 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Where: Palm Coast Elks Lodge 2709, 53 Old Kings Road N, Palm Coast
Details: The Ladies Auxiliary of the Elks Lodge 2709 are holding a Game Day luncheon, featuring a menu of Italian, turkey and chicken salad wraps with bow tie pasta salad, dessert, coffee and tea. Tickets cost $15 per person and are on sale until Sunday, Nov. 17. Tickets are available via email at [email protected].
When: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Hammock Dunes Club, 30 Ave. Royale, Flagler Beach
Details: This month's meeting will feature Carlos M. Cruz as a guest speaker. He will speak on the topic, “What It Takes to Be and Remain an Individual of Influence," and will provide an analysis debrief of the 2024 election. He will also be available before and after the meeting for a book signing. Advance registration and payment required. Tickets cost $35 for members and $40 for guests.
When: 5-7 p.m.
Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach
Details: Celebrate the closing of this festive fundraiser and enjoy a "Gallery of Trees" display in the reception gallery. The six new, pre-lit Balsam Hill trees were decorated by designer Shawn Anderson and have been up for bid in a silent auction. This event is the last chance to bid. Auction winners will be announced with a holiday toast at the conclusion of the evening. Trees will be delivered to the winners' homes or businesses.
When: 5-6 p.m.
Where: Ocean Art Gallery, 197 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach
Details: Attend this presentation by Terran McGinnis, resident biologist at Marineland Dolphin Adventure, about the North Atlantic right whales. The talk is open to the public with free admission. Reservations are required. Call 386-317-9400 to reserve your seat.
When: 6:30 p.m.
Where: 56 N. Halifax Drive, Ormond Beach
Details: Attend the November meeting for the Ormond Beach Area Democratic Club. Check-in ad social time begins at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will start at 7 p.m. The election results will be examined and ways to effectively move forward discussed. Input from members and like-minded guests will be encouraged and welcomed. For more information, visit ormondbeachdems.org.
When: 5-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22 and Saturday, Nov. 23
Where: Flagler County Fairgrounds, 150 Sawgrass Road, Bunnell
Details: Presented by 4-H and FFA Livestock, there will be ranch bronc riding, wild cow milking and bull riding. Gates open at 5 p.m. and the rodeo starts at 7 p.m. Tickets cost $20 at the gate; kids 10 and under are free. For tickets and more information call 386-585-0784 or 386-864-9611.
When: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Goodwill Industries of Central Florida, 1425 W. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach
Details: "Unstuff" ahead of the holidays and donate items to your local Goodwill. Some of the most in-demand items include sneakers and other shoes, clothes, electronics, and small appliances, such as coffee machines and blenders.
When: 10 a.m.
Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach
Details: Join the Early Learning Coalition of Flagler and Volusia for the second annual Storybook Village, a free family-friendly event that celebrates the joy of reading in our community. This year, the coalition is honoring Laura Numeroff, author of "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie." Attendees are encouraged to dress up as their favorite child-friendly book character, as well as participate in a scavenger hunt, an interactive reading of "If You Give a Dog a Donut," face painting and more. Visit elcfv.org/volusia-storybook-village.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 23 and 24
Where: Florida Agricultural Museum, 7900 Old Kings Road, Palm Coast
Details: Attend this festival organized by the United Tiny House Association. There will be tiny and micro homes on display, as well as workshops, presentations, vendors, food concessions and entertainment. Visit unitedtinyhouse.com/florida-tiny-house-festival/.
When: 12-9 p.m.
Where: Florida Agricultural Museum, 7900 Old Kings Road, Palm Coast
Details: This year's event features live music by Hector Roots, Alex Marley paying tribute to the Bob Marley and the Bahamas Junkanoo International. There will also be food vendors and a kid zone. Visit https://www.facebook.com/@IslandFestivalPC.
When: 5:30-8 p.m.
Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach
Details: Chidlren ages 7 to 12 are invited to wear their pajamas and bring a sleeping bag for an evening at the museum. Enjoy holiday-themed craft-making, pizza, popcorn, hot chocolate and screenings of two holiday movies. Admission costs $25 for members and $28 for non-members. Advance registration is required.
When: 7:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where: Daytona State College Flagler/Palm Coast, 3000 Palm Coast Parkway SE, Palm Coast
Details: Before you feast this Thanksgiving, take part in this timed 5K run/walk. Dress up to participate in the costume contest. Placement medals will be awarded to the overall men's winner, overall women's winner, and first, second, and third place men's and women's winners in 14 different age categories. Registration costs $35 in advance and $40 on the day of the race. Student registration costs $20. Visit runsignup.com/Race/FL/PalmCoast/FeettoFeast5k.
When: 12-5 p.m.
Where: Hammock Beach Resort & Spa, 200 Ocean Crest Drive, Palm Coast
Details: Hammock Beach Resort's Thanksgiving Buffet is open to all, hosted in the Ocean Ballroom. It will offer a variety of dishes, including seasonal soups, salads, and seafood, alongside a carving station featuring oven-roasted turkey and marinated strip loin roast. A selection of desserts will include pumpkin pie, pecan pie, sweet potato cheesecake and more. Buffet costs $84 for guests, $68 for members and $25 for children ages 4-12. Reservations required. Calll Christine Losagio at 386-246-5676 or via email at [email protected] by Nov. 25.
When: 1-7 p.m.
Where: Shepherd of the Coast Church, 101 Pine Lakes Parkway S., Palm Coast
Details: See this display of many nativity sets — new, vintage and more. Free event.
When: 4-8 p.m.
Where: Birthplace of Speed Park, 21 Ocean Shore Blvd., Ormond Beach
Details: The Motor Racing Heritage Association will host an open house to view the two replica race cars that competed in the first sanctioned race on the beach in March of 1903. Volunteers will be on hand to give tours and information.
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center, 5500 State Route 100, Palm Coast
Details: Ted Torres Martin is an actor/singer/songwriter/musician that was the 2016 "Images of the King" world champion. He is one of the top Elvis vocal stylists. Tickets cost $44. Visit flaglerauditorium.org.
When: 7 p.m.
Where: The Casements, 25 Riverside Drive, Ormond Beach
Details: See this annual antique car parade. The parade will begin at The Casements and travel east on East Granada Boulevard to A1A, where the car will turn south to Harvard Drive. The cars will also be on display at Fortunato Park, 2 John Anderson Drive, Ormond Beach, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Flagler County Fairgrounds, 150 Sawgrass Road, Bunnell
Details: Shop from over 100 local vendors. There will be food trucks and appearances by Santa. Free entry.
When: 6-9 p.m.
Where: Central Park at Town Center, 975 Central Ave., Palm Coast
Details: The city of Palm Coast invites the community to its tree lighting ceremony, which will kick off Palm Coast Rotary Club's 19th Annual Fantasy Light Festival. Join Santa Claus, the Palm Coast City Council and the Rotary Club of Flagler County for a night of festivities. There will be food trucks, Santa's Village, Letters to Santa station, limited edition 25th anniversary Christmas ornament giveaway and kids crafts. Photos with Santa will also be available.
When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Tomoka Outpost inside Tomoka State Park, 2099 N. Beach St., Ormond Beach
Details: Santa will be making a visit to Tomoka Outpost inside Tomoka State Park. Bring your wish list and take a photo with him. Local vendors will also offer samples of their products for sale. All ages welcome. Park entry fee of $5 per vehicle applies.
When: 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Where: Ormond Beach Presbyterian Church, 105 Amsden Road, Ormond Beach
Details: See the Daytona Beach Choral Society perform parts of the Christmas portion of Handel's Messiah, plus the Hallelujah chorus. There will be a traditional carol sing-along and complimentary refreshments following the concert. A $10 donation is suggested. Visit daytonabeachchoralsociety.com/events.
When: Saturday, Nov. 23, until supplies last
Where: St Brendan the Navigator Catholic Church, 1000 Ocean Shore Blvd., Ormond Beach
Details: The annual Christmas poinsettia sale, sponsored by the Father Eamonn Gill Council 13018 Knights of Columbus, will begin Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024The sale will take place in the church parking lots on Saturdays from 3-5 p.m. and Sundays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., until supplies last. Fresh, locally grown flowers in sizes from 6-14-inch pots are available in various colors. Advance orders are not required, but you may order any quantity for pickup by calling Vince at 386-795-4260. The proceeds support thecharitable works of the Knights of Columbus in the community.
When: 9:30 a.m. to noon on the first Wednesday of each month
Where: UF/IFAS Extension Flagler County Education Center, 150 Sawgrass Road, Bunnell
Details: Join the Memory Makers Quilt Guild. All are welcome.
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" ; "Audubon's Birds of Florida" ; and "Visions of Florida: The Photographic Art of Clyde Butcher."
