Events: Attend the Ormond Beach Celtic Festival, local Easter events

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


Highland Games athlete Brian Burnett participates in multiple events including the caber toss at the 13th annual Ormond Beach Celtic Festival. He placed second overall in the men 40+ division. Photo by Michele Meyers
Highland Games athlete Brian Burnett participates in multiple events including the caber toss at the 13th annual Ormond Beach Celtic Festival. He placed second overall in the men 40+ division. Photo by Michele Meyers
Photo by michele meyers.
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Thursday, April 10

Halifax Genealogical Society Presentation

When: 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Regional Public Library, 30 Beach St., Ormond Beach

Details: Miles and Angela Meyer of OurAncestries Genealogy will discuss what DNA is; why you should do DNA research; the differences among autosomal, mitochondrial, and Y-DNA; and when it is appropriate to use each in your family history research. They will also share the various tools that are available through different companies.

Big, Beautiful Birds of the Loop

When: 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Regional Public Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach

Details:  Melissa Lammers, Halifax River Audubon co-Conservation Chair will present this Regrow the Loop workshop at the library's Sandcastle Auditorium. Free. 

Friday, April 11

Yoga outdoors

When: 10 a.m.

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

Details: Attend this yoga class with Kim Latford. All experience levels welcome. Space is limited. Call 386-235-0143 to sign up.

Fashion show

When: 11:30 a.m.

Where: Flagler Woman's Club, 1524 S. Central Ave., Flagler Beach

Details: The Flagler Woman’s Club invites the community to its fashion show and luncheon. The “Spring Fling” theme features fashions by County Road Boutique and lunch will be catered by Craves. Bring your own beverage. Tickets are $35. Visit flaglerwomansclub.org/events or call Lonnie at 904-377-9842.

The Dallas String Quartet: Strings Unleashed

When: 7 p.m.

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

Details: The Dallas String Quartet performs a fusion of contemporary classical and pop music and has been compared to artists like like Lindsey Stirling, Vitamin String Quartet, Brooklyn Duo and 2Cellos. The core group is composed of violist Ion Zanca, violinists Valory Hight and Melissa Priller and bassist Young Heo. Tickets costs $54-$64. Visit flaglerauditorium.org.

Saturday, April 12

29th annual Spring Classic Tournament

When: 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m,

Where: Herschel King Park, 1000 Grady Prather Jr. Cove, Palm Coast

Details: Flagler Sportfishing Club is hosting its annual spring classic tournament, benefiting Disabled American Veterans. There is a mandatory captains meeting at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 11. The tournament check-out will take place from 7-8 a.m. and weigh-ins from 3:30-5 p.m. Entry fee is $95 per angler and includes one raffle ticket. Visit flaglersportfishingclub.com.

Pyramid Players Golf Tournament

When: 8 a.m.

Where: Pine Lakes Golf Club, 400 Pine Lakes Parkway, Palm Coast

Details: The African American Cultural Society, Inc. is inviting golf enthusiasts to participate in this tournament. Entry fee costs $100 per player, or $400 per foursome. Registration begins at 7 a.m. with a shotgun start at 8 a.m. Hole sponsorships are $50. Participants will receive goodie bags and may purchase a $20 game day pass for Mulligans, raffle tickets and a forward tee advantage. Prizes will be awarded. A luncheon and awards ceremony will follow the tournament at the Clubhouse Restaurant. Call the AAC office for more information on weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 386-447-7030.

Easter Party and Egg Hunt

When: 10 a.m.

Where: Tomoka United Methodist Church, 1000 Old Tomoka Road, Ormond Beach

Details: Tomoka United Methodist Church will host its Easter Party and Egg Hunt. This event is free for children in preschool through fifth grade. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Activities will include a snack, storytime, games, coloring tables, a visit by the Easter Bunny with photo opportunities and an Easter egg hunt. Children will be divided into three age groups for the egg hunt. 

Flagler-Palm Coast Housing Fair

When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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

Details: Housing officials from throughout Flagler County are hosting the annual Flagler-Palm Coast Housing Fair, “The Act in Action," in conjunction with National Fair Housing Month. The event will be led by the Mid Florida Housing Partnership. There will be exhibitors, workshops and local assistance programs.

14th annual Ormond Beach Celtic Festival

When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, April 12-13

Where: The Casements, 25 Riverside Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: Saturate your senses in the sights, sounds and tastes of Celtic heritage at Ormond MainStreet's Celtic Festival, which is returning to Ormond's two downtown parks along the Halifax River. There will be live music, Highland Games, clans and Celtic societies. Admission costs $12 each day for adults in advance; $15 at the festival gate. Children 12 and under are free. Two-day passes are available for $18. Free parking. Visit ormondbeachmainstreet.com.

Egg'Stravaganza

When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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

Details: The City of Palm Coast invites residents and visitors to its annual Egg’Stravaganza. There will be arts and crafts, face painting, carnival games, and more. The Easter Bunny will be available for photo opportunities, and there will be booths from local businesses and organizations where children can earn Easter eggs. 

Low-cost pet shot clinic

When: 9:30-11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where: Ace Hardware, 225 Saint Joe Plaza Drive, Palm Coast (first time slot) and Astro Skate Ormond, 250 N. Yonge St., Ormond Beach (second time slot)

Details: Get your pet vaccinated at a lower cost. Rabies shots will cost $5 for 1-year vaccinations. Other shots offered include dog distemper/parvo combo, dog flu, cat distemper combo, feline leukemia and more. Heartworm prevention and flea control products will be available for purchase. All vaccinations are administered with a licensed veterinarian. No appointment needed. Clinic is open to everyone. Proceeds benefit abused animals. Call or text 748-8993 or visit spcavolusia.org.

Arts and Crafts Walk

When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: Beach Front Grille, 2444 S. Ocean Shore Blvd. Flagler Beach

Details: See over 20 vendors and enjoy live music at this free monthly event. 

Sunday, April 13

Need Ideas for Native Plant Landscaping?

When: 12 p.m.

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

Details: Attend this Regrow the Loop workshop, presented by Katie Tripp, of Natural Beauty Native Florida Landscapes. Hosted in partnership with Dream Green Volusia. There will be classroom learning and a native garden walk. 

Ormond Ballet presents 'Prometheus'

When: 3 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, 399 N. U.S. 1, Ormond Beach

Details: See this original contemporary ballet exploring the themes of human ingenuity, the struggle for freedom, the price of defiance, and the enduring power of hope. Choreographed and directed by Jeremiah Garner, with music from the motion picture "The Fountain" by Clint Mansell. Tickets cost $35. Visit ormondbeachperformingartscenter.csstix.com.

Bethune-Cookman University 48th annual spring concert

When: 4 p.m.

Where: Mary McLeod Bethune Performing Arts Center, 698 W. International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach

Details: Bethune-Cookman University is inviting the community to campus for an afternoon filled with music. The Concert Chorale and the Symphonic Band will perform. Doors open at 3 p.m.; performances start at 4 p.m. Free admission, but donations to support student scholarships are welcome.

Tuesday, April 15

Food Truck Tuesday

When: 5-8 p.m.

Where: Central Park, 975 Central Ave., Palm Coast

Details: Food Truck Tuesday is returning, and this month's event supports the Saving Missing Animals Response Team. Order appetizers, main dishes, side dishes and desserts. Registration is not required. 

Tab Benoit 'I Hear Thunder' Tour

When: 7:30 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, 399 N. U.S. 1, Ormond Beach

Details: Enjoy the music of four-time Grammy-nominated artist Tab Benoit, known for his guitar tone and Otis-Redding-esque voice. Tickets cost $45-$65. Visit ormondbeachperformingartscenter.csstix.com.

Wednesday, April 16

Spring Bird Walks

When: 8-10 a.m.

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

Details: Join Master Naturalist Joan Tague, of the Halifax River Audubon, for a casual bird walk along the trails of Central Park. Bring water. Walking shoes and sunscreen recommended. Free event.

Probus Club of Palm Coast

When: 11 a.m. to noon

Where: Cypress Knoll Golf & Country Club, 53 Easthampton Blvd., Pam Coast

Details: This is a social club for retired and semiretired men and women that meets monthly with a guest speaker on a topic of interest, with other social events during the month. This month's guest speaker is Jonathon Lord, Flagler County emergency management director. All are welcome. Stay for lunch if you like. Explore the benefits of joining Probus, a worldwide organization with 350,000 members in 4,500 clubs. Meet new friends, new activities and social events. For more information contact Larry Wright at palmcoastprobusclub@gmail.com.

Flagler Tiger Bay Club luncheon

When: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where: Hammock Dunes Club, 30 Ave Royale, Palm Coast

Details: The April luncheon will feature guest speaker Brian London, an expert in tourism economics, destination marketing and public policy. The event topic will be "The Impact of Tourism on Florida’s Economy and Politics: Challenges, Opportunities, and Trends." Luncheon costs $35 for members; $40 for guests. Advanced registration required.

Flagler Beach Centennial Birthday Block Party

When: 4-7 p.m.

Where: 2nd Street and Central Avenue, Flagler Beach

Details: Join the City of Flagler Beach and the Flagler Beach Historical Museum in celebrating the first 100 years of Flagler Beach. There will be a kids area and crafts, live music, guest speakers and a cake cutting at 6 p.m. in Veterans Park. Also, at 5 p.m. the Rotary Club of Flagler Beach invites the community to form a "100" on the beach for a photo. Free community event. 

Blues legend Larry McCray and special guest Selwyn Birchwood

When: 7:30 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, 399 N. US 1, Ormond Beach

Details: American blues vocalist and guitarist Larry McCray will perform in Ormond Beach. Florida bues artist Selwyn Birchwood will open. Tickets cost $30-$45. Visit ormondbeachperformingartscenter.csstix.com.

Thursday, April 17

Ormond Beach Area Democratic Club meeting

When: 6:30-8:15 p.m.

Where: 56 N. Halifax Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: Attend the April meeting of the Ormond Beach Democratic Club. There will be an overall review of the April 1 elections and discussion of ways to address current concerning issues and ones anticipated in efforts to continue standing up, showing up, and speaking up. Like-minded guests are welcome to attend. Club information can be found at ormondbeachdems.org.

Friday, April 18

Yoga outdoors

When: 10 a.m.

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

Details: Attend this yoga class with Kim Latford. All experience levels welcome. Space is limited. Call 386-235-0143 to sign up.

Saturday, April 19

Ormond Beach Police Athletic League Donut Dash 5K

When: 8 a.m.

Where: North end of the Trails Shopping Center,  254 N. Nova Road, Ormond Beach

Details: Take part in this year's Donut Dash 5K, benefitting the Ormond Beach Police Athletic League youth programs. Check-in begins at 7 a.m. Registration costs $35 for adults until April 18, $20 for children and $20 for first responders; Race day registration costs $40. Participants will receive medals and a T-shirt. Pre-register at https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/OrmondBeach/OrmondBeachPoliceAthleticLeagueDonutDash5K.

Earth Day at the EDC

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

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

Details: Celebrate Earth Day with the city of Ormond Beach. There will be guided nature walks, games and crafts, environmental exhibitors, native plant vendors and guest presentations,. There will also be a tree giveaway for Ormond Beach residents. 

Watercolor workshop

When: 1-4 p.m.

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

Details: Paint along with watercolor artist Bibi Gromling. All supplies are included in the $75 class fee. No drawing is required. Call 386-317-9400.

Celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month with NEFJA

When: 2:30-4:30 p.m.

Where: Palm Coast United Methodist Church, 6500 Belle Terre Parkway, Palm Coast

Details: Join the Northeast Florida Jazz Association for an afternoon of jazz featuring the Melvin Smith Quintet. Tickets cost $40. Order online at NEFJA.org or purchase in person at Chez Jacqueline in Palm Harbor Village. 

Steeln' Peaches: Celebrating the Allman Brothers Band

When: 7 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, 399 N. U.S. 1, Ormond Beach

Details: Celebrate 55 years of the Allman Brothers Band with Florida tribute band, Steeln' Peaches. Tickets cost $40-$69. Visit ormondbeachperformingartscenter.csstix.com.

The Olivia Show

When: 7 p.m.

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

Details: See this tribute to Olivia Newton-John. The show features live vocals, costumes, chart-topping hits, video graphics and a sing-along section. Tickets cost $54-$64. Visit flaglerauditorium.org.

Ongoing

Memory Makers Quilt Guild

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.

BAM Senior Fitness Class

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.

Women's book club

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.

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.

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: "Audubon's Birds of Florida" ; and "Tide Pool: Exploring Coastal Communities."

 

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