Calendar: Attend the 11th-annual Surfers for Autism event

What to do this week in Ormond Beach.


Palm Coast resident Marc Rigoli gets ready to catch a big wave in 2018's event. File photo by Paige Wilson
Palm Coast resident Marc Rigoli gets ready to catch a big wave in 2018's event. File photo by Paige Wilson
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Thursday, Aug. 11

Quilting Help and making fidget quilts

When: 9:30 a.m. to noon

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

Details: The Mother Hen group of the Racing Fingers Quilt Guild hosts a community outreach meeting on the second Thursday of the month. They welcome anyone who has quilting questions, wants information about the guild, wants to sit and sew with the group, or wants to make fidget quilts for donation to Alzheimer and dementia patients. Fidget quilt materials and instructions are provided. Bring your sewing machine. For more information, visit racingfingersquiltguild.com

Artist Showcase

When: 5-7 p.m.

Where: Mimi's Original Art Gallery, 1385 N. U.S. 1, Ormond Beach

Details: Join Mimi's Original Art Gallery for its artist showcase event, where a portion of proceeds will support the Halifax Humane Society. There will be complimentary light hors' d'oeuvres and samplings from Wines with a Cause. RSVP to [email protected]. Free event.

Friday, Aug. 12

Movies in the Park

When: 8:45-10:45 p.m.

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

Details: Bring your blanket, lawn chairs, picnic baskets and watch "Hook," rated PG, at Central Park. This event is presented by Palm Coast Parks and Recreation. 

Saturday, Aug. 13

11th-annual Surfers for Autism

When: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where: Flagler Beach Municipal Pier, Flagler Beach

Details: Spectators are invited to watch this annual surfing event. Surfers will take to the water from 9 a.m. to noon and then 1-4 p.m. There will be exhibitors, raffles, and a merchandise tent available on the beach throughout the day. 

Low-cost pet shot clinic

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

Where: Astro Skate, 251 N. US 1, Ormond Beach

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. Cash only for shots; cards accepted for product purchase. No appointment needed. Clinic is open to everyone. Proceeds benefit abused animals. Call or text 748-8993 or visit spcavolusia.org

Rob's Jazz Express

When: 3-6 p.m.

Where: Daytona State College amphitheater, 3000 Palm Coast Parkway SE, Palm Coast

Details: The Northeast Florida Jazz Association s presenting Rob’s Jazz Express. Order tickets online at www.nefja.org or contact Muriel McCoy at 386-445-1329. Tickets cost $25.

Monday, Aug. 15

'Taking Woodstock'

When: 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 15, Tuesday, Aug. 16 and Wednesday, Aug. 17.

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

Details: Celebrate the 53rd anniversary of Woodstock by attending a showing of the film, "Taking Woodstock." Limited to 50 people per night. Free, but tickets are required. Visit https://bit.ly/3zCXqXF to get your ticket. 

Tuesday, Aug. 16

Food Truck Tuesday

When: 4-8 p.m.

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

Details: August's Food Truck Tuesday will benefit the Palm Coast Arts Foundation.. Food trucks will feature a variety of appetizers, main dishes, side dishes and desserts available for purchase. Visit parksandrec.fun

Ongoing

Colored Pencil Society of America

When: Open Aug. 7 through Sept. 17

Where: Expressions Art Gallery at Grand Living Realty, 2298 Colbert Lane, Palm Coast

Details: See this exhibition by the Colored Pencil Society of America District Chapter 117, of St. Augustine. The opening reception will take place from 1-3:30 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 7.

Art in Harmony

When: Through Aug. 28

Where: Gallery500, 1870 Victory Circle, Daytona Beach

Details: This exhibition showcases new painting, sculptures and photographs by 12 regional and national contemporary artists, including several of whom who are local. 

Water|Ways

When: Through Sep. 3

Where: African American Museum and Cultural Center of Florida, 4422 N. U.S. 1, Palm Coast

Details: The African American Museum and Cultural Center of Florida, in partnership with the Florida Humanities, presents, "Water|Ways," a traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian's Museum on Main Street program. Water|Ways explores the endless motion of the water cycle, water's effect on landscape, settlement and migration, and its impact on culture and spirituality. For more information, visit aacsmuseum.org/waterways.

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: "Beyond the Plate: Murals and Other Ceramics from the Kendall Art Center" ; "Child’s Play: Historical Toys and Games from the Collection" ; "Art as Alchemy: An Exhibition from Miami’s New World School of the Arts" ; "Epihany! Visions of Art" ; and "Tech Savvy: Home Technology from 1890s to the 1990s".

 

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