Calendar: Celebrate International Dog Day with a photo at The Casements

What to do this week in and around Ormond Beach.


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Thursday, Aug. 25

Volusia County Takes Care of Sea Turtles

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

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

Details: Allyson Greenberg from Volusia County HCP Program will take audiences through what the county does to protect endangered seat turtles. The program is free and open to the public. Reservations are required. Call 386-317-9400. 

Friday, Aug. 26

International Dog Day

When: 9-11 a.m.

Where: The Casements, 25 Riverside Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: Celebrate International Dog Day at The Casements. Stop by Rockefeller Gardens with your dog and take a photo with your pup in a photo frame. Use the hashtag #pawsforapic and tag The Casements on Facebook and Instagram. Event sponsored by Nauti Pets.

Sunday, Aug. 28

Starting Point Members Class, First Baptist Bunnell

When: 4-5 p.m.

Where: First Baptist Church Bunnell, 2301 Commerce Parkway, Bunnell

Details: Are you interested in becoming a member of a church? First Baptist Bunnell has a passionate message about the gospel. This is a great class to attend if you are interested in finding out what the church stands for and how to become a member. Class will be later in the evening after Sunday service. For information, go to: www.fbcbunnell.org.

Wednesday, Aug. 31

Flagler Youth Orchestra Strings Program Open House

When: 5:30-7 p.m.

Where: Flagler Auditorium, 5500 State Road 100, Palm Coast

Details: The Flagler Youth Orchestra Strings Program, a special project of the Flagler County School District, is launching the eighteenth season. Flagler public, private, charter and home-schooled students, 8 years and older, may sign up to play violin, viola, cello, or double bass. Beginner, intermediate and advanced musicians are welcome. Tuition is free. Limited instrument scholarships are available. One-hour classes are held at Indian Trails Middle School on Mondays and Wednesdays between 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Attend the Aug. 31 orientation to learn more. Go to flagleryouthorchestra.org to enroll online, or, for more information, call 386-503-3808 or email [email protected].

Improv Basics: a 6-week class for grown-ups

When: 6:30-9 p.m.

Where: 11 Old Mission Ave., St. Augustine 

Details: Bring more joy, fun and laughter into your life while learning to get out of your head and into the moment — while making new friends! Throughout this 6-week Level 1 intro class, students will explore the basic concepts of improvisational theater in a warm, safe and supportive environment. The class begins Aug. 31 and ends Oct. 5. All classes are 6:30-9 p.m. at Limelight Theatre in St. Augustine. Early bird price through August 24 is $175; regular price from Aug. 25 to Aug. 30 is $195. For information, email [email protected] or visit The Adventure Project at adventure-project.com.

Saturday, Sept. 3

Paint 'n Sip

When: 4-7 p.m.

Where: To Better Days Wine Bar and Bistro, 197 N. Yonge St., Ormond Beach

Details: Come join local artist Marianne Verna in this event. You'll learn how to paint a seascape in a new light while enjoying some wine or beer. Cost is $45 and includes all art supplies. Each participant will receive two drink tickets. Limited to 14 participants. RSVP to Marianne Verna, 435-773-1700.

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" ; "Epiphany! Visions of Art" ; and "Tech Savvy: Home Technology from 1890s to the 1990s".

 

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