Events calendar: Ormond Beach, Palm Coast to hold Memorial Day celebrations

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


Jim Bowers and  Cmdr. John Higgins place the first ceremonial wreath during the city's annual Memorial Day Remembrance Service. Photo by Jarleene Almenas
Jim Bowers and Cmdr. John Higgins place the first ceremonial wreath during the city's annual Memorial Day Remembrance Service. Photo by Jarleene Almenas
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Thursday, May 23

16th annual Meet the Mayors

When: 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Where: Flagler County Association of Realtors, 4101 E. Moody Blvd., Bunnell

Details: Meet representatives from the town of Beverly Beach, city of Bunnell, city of Flagler Beach, town of Marineland, city of Palm Coast and the Flagler County Commission. The forum format will include updates from all city, town and county representatives, including a Q&A, if time permits. Lunch is provided. The event is open to the public but registration is required. Visit https://bit.ly/3wCXUiO.

Friday, May 24

Puppy Pals Live

When: 7 p.m.

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

Details: See Puppy Pals Live, as seen on America's Got Talent. Tickets cost $10; kids under 12 are free. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Monday, May 27

Palm Coast Memorial Day Ceremony

When: 8 a.m.

Where: Heroes Memorial Park, 2860 Palm Coast Parkway NW, Palm Coast

Details: The city of Palm Coast is hosting a Memorial Day Ceremony to remember the men and women who gave their lives in service to the U.S. military. Mayor David Alfin will open with remarks, and the Palm Coast Fire Department Honor Guard, Matanzas High School Junior ROTC, and Marine Corps League Detachment 876 will conduct ceremonial duties. The Community Chorus of Palm Coast will also perform patriotic songs. Parking is available along Corporate Drive and at the library.

Ormond Beach Memorial Day Remembrance Service

When: 9 a.m.

Where: Rockefeller Gardens, 26 Riverside Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: Join the city of Ormond Beach Department of Leisure Services, The Memorial Remembrance Committee, American Legion Post 267 and American Legion Unit 267 for this free annual remembrance service. The service will include patriotic music, guest speakers, a wreath-laying ceremony and a moment of silence. All are welcome.

Flagler County's Memorial Day Ceremony

When: 10 a.m.

Where: Flagler County Government Services Building, 1769 E. Moody Blvd., Bunnell

Details: Flagler County's Memorial Day Ceremony will feature retired U.S. Marine Corps Col. Mark Thieme as guest speaker. Local Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts will lead attendees in the pledge of allegiance. Melanie DeMartino will sing the national anthem. 

Thursday, May 30

Yogalates

When: 10 a.m.

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

Details: The Environmental Discovery Center is hosting a free beginner level yogalates class by Victoria Bennett. Chairs available. Mats recommended. Space is limited. Call 386-615-7081.

Friday, May 31

Calvary Christian Center food drop

When: 11 a.m.

Where: Calvary Christian Center, 1687 W. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: Calvary Christian Center will hold a free community food drop for people in need. 

Saturday, June 1

Ormond Beach Historical Society bus tour

When: 10 a.m. to noon

Where: Ormond Beach Historical Society, 38 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: Join the Ormond Beach Historical Society on a two-hour tour of the scenic Ormond Loop. See The Casements, the 500-year-old Fairchild Oak at Bulow Creek State Park, the Ormond Yacht Club, the Anderson-Price Memorial Building, Pilgrim's Rest Church, the Ormond Timucua Burial Mound, the Three Chimneys Sugar Mill ruins, historic homes and more. Tickets cost $30 per person. Visit ormondhistory.org/historic-bus-tours.

Vendor Show and Food Drive

When: 10 a.m.

Where: Flagler County Fairgrounds, 150 Sawgrass Road, Bunnell

Details: Peruse wares by over 100 local vendors and food trucks. There will also be a DJ. The event is aimed at helping filling the Grace Community Food Pantry. Bring food items for donation.

Ormond Art Walk

When: 3-7 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach MainStreet Arts District, 128 W. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: Join Ocean Art Gallery, Frame of Mind, Art Spotlight, The Studio by Artist Angel Lowden, the Ormond Memorial Art Museum and more on the first Saturday of each month for art openings and art events.

Disco Party

When: 5:30-9:30 p.m.

Where: The Palmetto Club, 1000 S. Beach St., Daytona Beach

Details: The Palmetto Club of Daytona Beach is hosting its annual Disco Party and encouraging all to put on their funky threads ad boogie shoes. There will be music, dancing, a cash bar and free parking. A buffet diner will be presented by GEI Catering and Events. A $40 donation per person is requested, which will benefit the Palmetto Club and its local charities. RSVP by Friday, May 24. Call 404-626-66558.

Sunday, June 2

Celebrate Recovery Anniversary Celebration

When: 4-7 p.m.

Where: First Baptist Church, 6050 Palm Coast Parkway Northwest, Palm Coast

Details: Join First Baptist Church of Palm Coast as it celebrates the first anniversary of Celebrate Recovery, a Christ-centered, 12-step recovery program. Enjoy food, fun and fellowship with a cook-out, worship, speakers, bounce houses and more. All are welcome. 

Ongoing

'The Joy of Color'

When: May 11-31

Where: The Casements, 25 Riverside Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: See this exhibit by the Florida Women's Arts Association, featuring almost 50 local artists. Free. Visit flwaa.com.

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, 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.

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: "Tide Pools: Exploring Coastal Communities" ; "Waves & Reels: An Ocean Story through Photography Waves & Reels: An Ocean Story through Photography" ; "The Lure of Florida Fishing" ; and "Megalodon: Largest Shark that Ever Lived."


 

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