Calendar: Celebrate veterans during OMAM's annual tribute, Flagler County parade

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


Wynn Hamilton, of Ormond Beach, holds a hand to her heart during OMAM's 2021 Veterans Day Tribute. File photo by Jarleene Almenas
Wynn Hamilton, of Ormond Beach, holds a hand to her heart during OMAM's 2021 Veterans Day Tribute. File photo by Jarleene Almenas
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Thursday, Nov. 9

Veterans Day Celebration and Luncheon

When: 12-2 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Senior Center, at 351 Andrews St., Ormond Beach

Details: Celebrate Veterans Day with the city of Ormond Beach. Veterans may attend for free and guest tickets cost $7. Reserve tickets in person until Nov. 6 at the Leisure Services Office, located at 399 N. U.S. 1. The office is open 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday to Friday. 

Halifax Genealogical Society monthly meeting and program

When: 1:30 p.m.

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

Details:  Miles Meyer will present “Navigating the Past: Uncovering Your Ancestral Journey through Ship Manifests and Immigration Records." Discover how to decode and utilize historical ship manifests, passenger lists, and immigration records to unlock the stories of your ancestors. Guest registration is free.

Veterans Resource Fair

When: 2-7 p.m.

Where: Flagler County Public Library, 2500 Palm Coast Parkway NW, Palm Coast

Details: The Department of Veterans Affairs is hosting a resource fair. Community partners include the Wounded Warrior Project, VFW Post 8696 and Guitars for Vets. Call 386-446-6763.

'The Molecular Anatomy of Animal Body Plans'

When: 7 p.m.

Where: UF Whitney Laboratory Lohman Auditorium, 9505 Ocean Shore Blvd., St. Augustine

Details: Attend the latest Evening at Whitney Lecture Series hosted by the Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience, titled "The Molecular Anatomy of Animal Body Plans," featuring Stanford University Associate Professor Chris Lowe. Visit https://www.whitney.ufl.edu/.

Friday, Nov. 10

NAACP veteran meet and greet

When: 12-2:30 p.m.

Where: African American Cultural Society Hall, 4422 N. U.S. Highway 1, Palm Coast

Details: The Flagler County NAACP invites veterans to a meet and greet. The event aims to reach out to various veterans, including those who participated in significant conflicts and wars, service-disabled veterans, and dedicated career military personnel. For more information, call 386-447-7030

'Classics and a Salute to Veterans'

When: 7:30 p.m.

Where: St. James Episcopal Church, 44 S. Halifax Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: The Seipp/Sheets trumpet and organ duo from Washington, D.C. is presenting a free multimedia concert featuring music by Vivaldi, Handel, Mussorgsky, and Gershwin. The concert will also pay tribute to veterans. Randall Sheets is retired ceremonial organist for Arlington National Cemetery. Chuck Seipp is retired trumpeter from The United States Army Band, “Pershing’s Own."

Saturday, Nov. 11

Holiday Bazaar

When: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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

Details: Tomoka United Methodist Church is hosting a Holiday Bazaar featuring a selection of fall, Christmas and year-round crafts, gifts, jewelry, books and pants. There will also be a themed gift basket raffle. A homemade lunch will be served between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. and bake sale items will be available. Free admission.

Free haircuts for veterans

When: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Where: Sports Clips, 1474 W. Granada Blvd., Suite 485, Ormond Beach

Details: Sports Clips is giving free haircut to veterans and active duty service members on Veterans Day.

Veterans Day Parade

When: 10 a.m. to noon

Where: Starting at Bunnell Coquina City Hall, 604 E. Moody Blvd. Suite 6, and continuing east until the Flagler County Government Services Building, at 1769 E. Moody Blvd. Suite 1, Bunnell

Details: The city of Bunnell, Flagler County, city of Palm Coast, city of Flagler Beach, town of Marineland and town of Beverly Beach will host their annual Veterans Day Parade, featuring U.S. Congressman Michael Waltz as the grand marshal. Visit flaglerveteransdayparade.com.

OMAM's Veterans Day Tribute

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

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

Details: The Ormond Memorial Art Museum will host its annual Veterans Day tribute, featuring music by the Daytona Beach Choral Society and speeches by Cmdr. Anita Williams and Cmdr. John Higgins. The program will conclude with an art display from Hope4Veterans. Free and open to the public. Park at The Casements or at St. James Episcopal Church.

Sunday, Nov. 12

Palm Coast Fall Arts Festival

When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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

Details: Presented by the city of Palm Coast and Flagler County Cultural Council, this festival will have art, music, food and fun. See regional artists and artisan crafters showcase their wares.

Monday, Nov. 13

Flagler Youth Orchestra's fall concert

When: 7 p.m.

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

Details: See the Flagler Youth Orchestra, composed of over 200 students, perform its fall concert. Tickets cost $10 for adults; $4 for students. Visit flaglerauditorium.org.

Tuesday, Nov. 14

Once Upon a Storytime

When: 10-11 a.m.

Where: The Casements, 25 Riverside Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: The city of Ormond Beach Department of Leisure Services is hosting a storytime event for ages 4 and under at The Casements' north lawn. There will be a free craft activity and snack. To RSVP, call 386-676-3216.

Wednesday, Nov. 15

Fall bird walks with Joan Tague

When: 8 a.m.

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

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

Thursday, Nov. 16

'All Things Christmas' sale

When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16 to Saturday, Nov. 18

Where: Santa Maria del Mar Church Parish Hall, 915 N. Central Ave., Flagler Beach

Details: The Nearly New Thrift Store will hold its sixth annual "All Things Christmas" sale, with proceeds going toward the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Santa Maria del Mar Conference, with charitable activities to benefit Flagler County. There will be Christmas trees, Christmas lights, wreaths, ornaments, jewelry and more. 

Flagler Tiger Bay Club November luncheon

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

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

Details: The Flagler Tiger Bay Club is hosting Scenic America President Mark Falzone for its November luncheon meeting. Falzone will speak about how Scenic America is helping shape legislation and impact policymakers at the state and federal levels. Event costs $35 for members; $40 for guests. Advanced registration required. Visit Flaglertigerbayclub.com.

Ormond Beach Area Democratic Club meeting

When: 7 p.m.

Where: 56 N. Halifax Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: Join the Ormond Beach Area Democratic Club for its monthly meeting. Check-in and social visiting will begin at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will focus on getting ready to vote under the new election laws and how to meet democratic neighbors. There will be updates on local, state and national issues and effective ways to respond to those to support American democratic values. Like-minded nonmembers are welcome to attend as guests. Visit ormondbeachdems.org.

Friday, Nov. 17

National Garden Club flower show

When: 12-4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17; and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18

Where: Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran Church, 101 Pine Lakes Parkway, Palm Coast

Details: The Garden Club is hosting a National Garden Club Small-Standard Flower Show aimed at educating and stimulating interest in horticulture and floral design. Free and open to the public. Visit gardenclubatpalmcoast.org.

Tanger Outlets tree lighting ceremony

When: 6-8:30 p.m.

Where: Tanger Outlets Daytona Beach, 1100 Cornerstone Blvd., Daytona Beach

Details: Kick off the holiday season at this annual tree lighting ceremony, presented by Halifax Health. There will be a live "snow" fall, giveaways, kids craft stations, musical entertainment and a visit from Santa Claus.

Saturday, Nov. 18

Holiday Artisan Market

When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where: Tanger Outlets Daytona Beach, 1100 Cornerstone Blvd., Daytona Beach

Details: Peruse this market, sponsored by For the Love of Shopping. There will be crafters, vendors, local artisans and free photos with Santa.

14th annual Riverfest Seafood Festival

When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18; and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 19

Where: Rockefeller Gardens, 26 Riverside Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: Attend this free two-day community celebration of seafood, activities, live music and more. There will be a free kids' fishing clinic and pole giveaway, boat rides and paddle boarding. Visit ormondbeachmainstreet.com.

'Genealogy in the Library' program

When: 1-4 p.m.

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

Details: The Halifax Genealogical Society is hosting a free, one-on-one research assistance program for anyone interested in researching family history. The volunteers convene in Meeting Room 3 in the library. To register, contact [email protected].

Celebrate America's Veterans

When: 5-10 p.m.

Where: VFW Hall, 47 Old Kings Road, Palm Coast

Details: Attend this musical tribute to America's veterans by the Bel Canto Singers. Tickets cost $45 and include dinner and dancing. For tickets, call Peggy Wald at 631-848-4047 or Lourdes Planas at 787-362-7312.

Almost ABBA

When: 7 p.m.

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

Details: Almost ABBA recreates the magic and nostalgia of ABBA in a costumed, choreographed and interactive audience experience. The show will feature hits from "Mamma Mia." Tickets start at $54. Visit flaglerauditorium.org.

Ongoing

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.

'The Chosen'

When: 5:30 p.m. on Thursdays, through the end of November

Where: Central Baptist Church, 152 Fairview Ave., Daytona Beach

Details: "The Chosen," a TV series on the life of Jesus, will be aired at Central Baptist Church every Thursday, beginning with Season 1. Free admission. Discussion and light refreshments will follow the showings. Call 386-255-2588.

Exercises for the maturing body

When: 10:30 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 show on display: “Visions of Visionaries: Beaux Arts of Central Florida" (through Nov. 19) ; "Wings of History: World War II Aviation Art of John D. Shaw" ; and "World War II: Stories from the American Experience."

 

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