Events calendar: Spend a romantic evening at the Flagler Youth Orchestra's upcoming concert

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


The Flagler Auditorium has rebranded to The Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center, complete with a new logo. Image courtesy of The Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center
The Flagler Auditorium has rebranded to The Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center, complete with a new logo. Image courtesy of The Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center
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Thursday, Feb. 8

Art of Healing workshop

When: 2-3:30 p.m.

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

Details: Join OMAM for this program to create art projects that focus on self-expression, growth, and relaxation, often with a meditative component. Open to anyone 16 and older in need of reflective time, including caregivers, survivors, and those who have lost a loved one. Free admission. Registration is required. Visit ormondartmuseum.org.

Halifax Genealogical Society monthly meeting and program

When: 1:30 p.m.

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

Details: Terry Hall will present the program, titled "Transcribing Historical Handwriting: An 1846 Travelogue." Hall is the president of Roots & Branches Genealogical Society and volunteers in the Genealogy Room of the DeLand Library. 

Italian Festival

When: 5-9 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 8 and Friday Feb. 9; and 12-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10

Where: 1014 N. Halifax Ave., Daytona Beach

Details: Attend this festival featuring authentic Italian food, games, live music, free kids activities and arts and crafts. Call 386-255-0433.

Friday, Feb. 9

St. Thomas rummage sale

When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 9; and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10

Where: St Thomas Episcopal Church, 5400 Belle Terre Parkway, Palm Coast

Details: This rummage sale features clothing, linens, books, kitchen items and more, as well as baked goods for sale. No shopping bags allowed. Call 386-446-2300.

Flagler Woman's Club rummage sale 

When: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 9; and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10

Where: Clubhouse at 1524 S. Central Ave., Flagler Beach. 

Details: Rain or shine, everyone is invited. Plenty of things to choose from including jewelry, household items, home decor, clothing, toys, electronics, collectibles, and much more at bargain prices. For information call Barbara at 215-209-9332 or Shelly at 630-209-9660.

Yoga outdoors

When: 10 a.m.

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

Details: The Environmental Discovery Center is hosting a free outdoor beginner level yoga class by Kim Latford. Chairs available. Mats recommended. Space is limited. Call 386-615-7081.

Valentine's Sweetheart Dance

When: 6-9 p.m.

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

Details: Attend this family-friendly event, open to all ages, and eat, play games and dance. Registration costs $15 per person; children 3 and under are free.

Saturday, Feb. 10

OBMS Panther Prowl 5K

When: 8:30-10:30 a.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Middle School, 151 Domicilio Ave., Ormond Beach

Details: Join OBMS for a 5K. Check-in begins at 7:15 a.m. Race costs $20 for students and staff; $20 for local cross country and track teams; and $30 on the day of the race. Visit https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/OrmondBeach/OBMSHoliday5K.

Mayor's Health and Fitness Challenge Kick-off and Weigh-in

When: 9 a.m. to noon

Where: South Ormond Neighborhood Center, 176 Division Ave., Ormond Beach

Details: The 2024 Mayor’s Health and Fitness Challenge will begin with a kick-off and weigh-in. The eight-week program is a citywide initiative designed for individuals of all fitness levels. Registration costs $35 per individual or $70 for families with up to three children, 18 and under. Visit ormondbeach.org/MHFC.

Valentine's cookie decorating class

When: 10 a.m. to noon

Where: Becca's Sweet Tooth, 2710 E. Moody Blvd., Unit B, Bunnell

Details: Learn the basics of working with royal icing. The class will provide everything needed to complete six decorated cookies. Class costs $45 and is recommended for ages 15 and older. Deadline to register is Feb. 7. Call 386-309-9957.

'Women of To-morrow: Social Activism of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings and Ellen Glasgow'

When: 10-11 a.m.

Where: Anderson-Price Memorial Building, 42 N. Beach St., Ormond Beach

Details: Ashley Lear, professor of humanities at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, will speak about the literary friendship of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings and Ellen Glasgow and the roles they played in women's suffrage. This is a free live history program sponsored by the Florida Humanities Speakers Bureau and hosted by the Ormond Beach Historical Society.

American Association of University Women general meeting

When: 11 a.m.

Where: Cypress Knoll Golf and Country Club, 53 Easthampton Blvd., Palm Coast

Details: The American Association of University Women will host Lenny Foster, owner of Gallery 141 in St. Augustine, as its speaker for Black History Month. Lunch is available for $20. The meeting costs $5 for those not eating lunch. Reservations are required. Visit https://flaglercounty-fl.aauw.net/.

Volusia ECHO Rangers children's history program

When: 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Where: Fortunato Park, 2 John Anderson Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: Children in grades first through fifth are invited to partake in this free program hosted by the Ormond Beach Historical Society. Learn about the Timicua Indians, Ponce de Leon, plantation settlers, Hotel Ormond and more. Register by calling 386-677-7005.

'Genealogy in the Library' program

When: 1-4 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Regional Public 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 the Sandpiper Room in the library. To register, contact [email protected].

Community music concert

When: 3 p.m.

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

Details: See instrumental and vocal music featuring high school musicians and adult musicians from the community. Free admission with a donation of a non-perishable food item. 

Sunday, Feb. 11

'Romancing the Strings' concert

When: 3:30 p.m.

Where: Lighthouse Christ Presbyterian Church, 1035 W. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: The Daytona Solisti Chamber Players is presenting Beethoven's violin concerto with Ukrainian violinist and Daytona Solisti concertmaster Olga Kolpakova. A $15 donation is requested at the door. For more information, visit daytonasolisti.com or call 386-562-5423.

Monday, Feb. 12

A Romantic Evening with the Flagler Youth Orchestra

When: 7 p.m.

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

Details: Join the Flagler Youth Orchestra program for its second performance of the year. Tickets cost $10 for adults; $4 for students. Visit flaglerauditorium.org.

Tuesday, Feb. 13

20th annual Mardi Gras Gala

When: 6 p.m.

Where: Grand Haven Golf Club, 500 Riverfront Drive, Palm Coast

Details: The Flagler County Education Foundation is hosting its annual Mardi Gras Gala. Masks are encouraged. Proceeds will support the Take Stock in Children and senior scholarship program. Tickets cost $100. Visit flagleredfoundation.org.

Wednesday, Feb. 14

Probus Club of Palm Coast

When: 11 a.m. to noon

Where: Social Club of Palm Coast, 51N Old Kings Road, Palm Coast

Details: Join this social club for retired and semi-retired men and women who meet monthly with a guest speaker of interest and other social events during each month. This month's speaker is Dr. John Patrick, who will outline the opportunities and concerns associated with artificial intelligence. All are welcome to attend. Free. For more information, contact Larry Wright at [email protected] or at 386-597-3055.

Valentine spaghetti dinner

When: 5:30 p.m.

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

Details: Celebrate Valentine's Day with Central Baptist Church with this spaghetti dinner event, which will also include soup and salad, garlic bread, drinks and dessert. Tickets cost $10. This is a fundraiser for the Central Youth summer camp. Call 386-255-2588.

Stayin' Alive: One Night of the Bee Gees

When: 7 p.m.

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

Details: See this tribute band perform Bee Gees hits like "Night Fever," "Jive Talkin'," "How Deep is Your Love" and of course, "Stayin' Alive." Tickets start at $54. Visit flaglerauditorium.org.

Thursday, Feb. 15

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 January meeting. Check-in and socializing will begin at 6:30 p.m. The focus of the meeting will be on club activities in 2024 in preparation for the November election, how to meet Democratic neighbors, and updates on local, state, and national issues. Like-minded nonmembers are welcome to attend as guests. Visit ormondbeachdems.org.

Friday, Feb. 16

Yoga outdoors

When: 10 a.m.

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

Details: The Environmental Discovery Center is hosting a free outdoor beginner level yoga class by Kim Latford. Chairs available. Mats recommended. Space is limited. Call 386-615-7081.

An Evening with Anthony Smith and Darryl Worley: Nashville Songwriters

When: 7 p.m.

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

Details: See American country music singers Darryl Worley and Anthony Smith perform. Tickets start at $54. Visit flaglerauditorium.org.

Saturday, Feb. 17

Reel in the Fun

When: 9 a.m.

Where: Central Park I, 601 Fleming Ave., Ormond Beach

Details: The city of Ormond Beach is hosting a free kids' catch and release fishing tournament, open to residents only. Children must be between 4-12 years old and accompanied by one adult. Sponsored by Ike Leary, of Granada Pier Bait and Tackle. Register by Feb. 14. Visit ormondbeach.org/lsresigration.

The Great Backyard Bird Count

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

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

Details: Join the city of Ormond Beach for a free family-friendly event featuring bird count stations, activities, crafts, guided walks and more. 

North Atlantic Right Whales: How You Can Help!

When: 1-2 p.m.

Where: Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreational Area, 3100 S. Oceanshore Blvd., Flagler Beach

Details: Sara Ellis and Jim Hain, lead scientists with the Marineland Right Whale Project, will present a 45-minute program about the North Atlantic right whale. Entrance into the park costs $5 per vehicle. 

Victor Wainwright and The Train

When: 7:30 p.m.

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

Details: Grammy nominee Victor Wainwright will perform on opening night for the Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, which was recently closed for renovations. Wainwright is a seven-time Blues Music Award winner and a BB King Entertainer of the Year. Tickets start at $50. Visit https://ormondbeachperformingartscenter.csstix.com

Ongoing

Art League of Daytona Beach's annual members' awards exhibit

When: 1-4 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday, through Feb. 16

Where: Art League of Daytona Beach,433 S. Palmetto Ave., Daytona Beach

Details: See this exhibit featuring art of all mediums by the members of the Art League of Daytona Beach. The exhibit will run through Feb. 16. Visit artleague.org.

Women's book club

When: 12:30-2 p.m. every Tuesday, beginning Jan. 9

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.

Exercises for the maturing body

When: 9:30 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 shows on display: "The Lure of Florida Fishing."

 

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