Events calendar: OBPAL to host annual Donut Dash, city to celebrate Earth Day

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


Vanessa Martin all decked out in donuts! Photo by Alexis Miller
Vanessa Martin all decked out in donuts! Photo by Alexis Miller
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Thursday, April 17

Ormond Beach Area Democratic Club meeting

When: 6:30-8:15 p.m.

Where: 56 N. Halifax Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: Attend the April meeting of the Ormond Beach Democratic Club. There will be an overall review of the April 1 elections and discussion of ways to address current concerning issues and ones anticipated in efforts to continue standing up, showing up, and speaking up. Like-minded guests are welcome to attend. Club information can be found at ormondbeachdems.org.

Friday, April 18

Yoga outdoors

When: 10 a.m.

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

Details: Attend this yoga class with Kim Latford. All experience levels welcome. Space is limited. Call 386-235-0143 to sign up.

Saturday, April 19

Ormond Beach Police Athletic League Donut Dash 5K

When: 8 a.m.

Where: North end of the Trails Shopping Center,  254 N. Nova Road, Ormond Beach

Details: Take part in this year's Donut Dash 5K, benefitting the Ormond Beach Police Athletic League youth programs. Check-in begins at 7 a.m. Registration costs $35 for adults until April 18, $20 for children and $20 for first responders; Race day registration costs $40. Participants will receive medals and a T-shirt. Pre-register at https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/OrmondBeach/OrmondBeachPoliceAthleticLeagueDonutDash5K.

Earth Day at the EDC

When: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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

Details: Celebrate Earth Day with the city of Ormond Beach. There will be guided nature walks, games and crafts, environmental exhibitors, native plant vendors and guest presentations,. There will also be a tree giveaway for Ormond Beach residents. 

Spring Fling 2025

When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: Joanne King Park, 150 Sawgrass Road, Bunnell

Details: Presented by Charming Sisters, this free event will have over 100 vendors, food trucks, music by a DJ, a kids zone and a visit from the Easter Bunny. 

Watercolor workshop

When: 1-4 p.m.

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

Details: Paint along with watercolor artist Bibi Gromling. All supplies are included in the $75 class fee. No drawing is required. Call 386-317-9400.

Egg Splash event

When: 1-2 p.m.

Where: Palm Coast Aquatics Center, 339 Parkview Drive, Palm Coast

Details: Dive into the pool and hunt for floating or underwater eggs. Open for all ages. Registration costs $8. Visit parksandrec.fun.

Celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month with NEFJA

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

Where: Palm Coast United Methodist Church, 6500 Belle Terre Parkway, Palm Coast

Details: Join the Northeast Florida Jazz Association for an afternoon of jazz featuring the Melvin Smith Quintet. Tickets cost $40. Order online at NEFJA.org or purchase in person at Chez Jacqueline in Palm Harbor Village. 

Easter at The Trails 2025

When: 3-5 p.m.

Where: The Trails Shopping Center, 216-348 N. Nova Road, Ormond Beach

Details: Celebrate Easter at The Trails. Take a photo with the Easter Bunny and enjoy treats, bounce houses and other activities. Get a ticket for a free ice cream cone at Dairy Queen. Visit Five Star Pizza for a free slice of pizza. 

Steeln' Peaches: Celebrating the Allman Brothers Band

When: 7 p.m.

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

Details: Celebrate 55 years of the Allman Brothers Band with Florida tribute band, Steeln' Peaches. Tickets cost $40-$69. Visit ormondbeachperformingartscenter.csstix.com.

The Olivia Show

When: 7 p.m.

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

Details: See this tribute to Olivia Newton-John. The show features live vocals, costumes, chart-topping hits, video graphics and a sing-along section. Tickets cost $54-$64. Visit flaglerauditorium.org.

Bulow nighttime tour

When: 7:30-9 p.m.

Where: Bulow Plantations Ruins Historic State Park, 3501 Old Kings Road, Flagler Beach

Details: Join the Friends of Tomoka State Parks for an after-hours tour of the Bulow Sugar Mill Ruins. Led by a park ranger, attendees will be guided through the ruins, specially illuminated for the occasion, and learn about the night in 1836 when the Seminole tribe set fire to the mill. Only 13 spots available. Bring your flashlight or battery/solar operated lantern, insect repellent and water. Tour costs $25 per person. Call 386-793-8300.

Wednesday, April 23

Spring Bird Walks

When: 8-10 a.m.

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

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

Thursday, April 24

Swing Into Spring

When: 6:30-8 p.m.

Where: The Casements, 25 Riverside Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: Attend this free spring concert on the north lawn of The Casements, featuring Diego & Co. Bring a chair or blanket. For more information, call 386-676-3216.

Friday, April 25

Yoga outdoors

When: 10 a.m.

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

Details: Attend this yoga class with Kim Latford. All experience levels welcome. Space is limited. Call 386-235-0143 to sign up.

Turtle Talk

When: 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

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

Details: Learn about the role sea turtles play in Florida and how your actions can help preserve these animals for generations. All ages welcome. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Park entry fee applies. 

Volusia Community Arts Symphony and Jazz Ensemble

When: 7 p.m.

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

Details: See live music performed by the Volusia Community Arts Jazz Ensemble and full symphony orchestra. This is a community driven nonprofit. Tickets cost $35. Visit ormondbeachperformingartscenter.csstix.com.

Saturday, April 26

Youth pickleball tournament

When: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, April 26-27

Where: Southern Recreation Center, 1290 Belle Terre Parkway, Palm Coast

Details: Take part in this youth pickleball tournament, played in double-elimination style and will feature singles, doubles and mixed-doubles. T-shirts will be available for a limited time, so early registration is recommended. Registration costs $20. Visit parksandrec.fun.

Flagler Woman's Club charity golf tournament

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

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

Details: The Flagler Woman’s Club invites the community to take part in this tournament, where net proceeds benefit local charities. Registration costs $100 and includes greens fees, cart, contest passes, range balls and lunch with unlimited soda and beer. Call Mary at 386-569-7813.

Annual WaterSafe event

When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where: Belle Terre Swim and Racquet Club, 73 Patricia Drive, Palm Coast

Details: This is a free water and sun safety event. Swim with mermaids, watch the SyncroBelles perform and sign up for swim lessons.

Arts and Crafts Walk

When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: Beach Front Grille, 2444 S. Ocean Shore Blvd. Flagler Beach

Details: See over 20 vendors and enjoy live music at this free monthly event. 

Tomoka State Park: Ranger walk/guided tour

When: 10 a.m. to noon

Where: Tomoka State Park, 2099 N. Beach St., Ormond Beach

Details: A park ranger will take 35 people on a walk through the park. Free event. Register at www.eventbrite.com/e/tomoka-state-park-ranger-walkguided-tour-tickets-1272760895099?aff=erelexpmlt.

Celebrate Trails Day

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

Where: Waterfront Park, 150 Waterfront Park Road, Palm Coast

Details: The City of Palm Coast, in partnership with the Flagler County Tourist Development Council, is inviting the community to Celebrate Trails Day. There will be booths and activities like corn hole, chalk art and a scavenger hunt. Learn about local wildlife and plants in a 30-minute nature walk. 

Micha Biton's 'Salute to Israel'

When: 7 p.m.

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

Details: The Jewish Federation of Volusia and Flagler Counties is presenting a concert by Israeli musician Micha Biton, who will share his personal journey during the "Salute to Israel" performance. Tickets cost $36. Visit ormondbeachperformingartscenter.csstix.com.

Thursday, May 8

Second annual Women's Golf Tournament

When: 9 a.m.

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

Details: Christmas Come True, Cypress Knoll Golf and Country Club and Flagler County Bold Ladies in Business have partnered for tis second annual golf tournament, benefitting Christmas Come True, which supports families in need struggling with financial and medical challenges. The first 50 golf player registrations receive a complimentary ticket to the “Oliva Show – A Tribute to Olivia Newton-John” at the Fitzgerald Performing Art Center. Register by April 18 for a $95 registration fee. Visit Christmascometrue.org.

Ongoing

Memory Makers Quilt Guild

When: 9:30 a.m. to noon on the first Wednesday of each month

Where: UF/IFAS Extension Flagler County Education Center, 150 Sawgrass Road, Bunnell

Details: Join the Memory Makers Quilt Guild. All are welcome.

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

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: "Audubon's Birds of Florida" ; and "Tide Pool: Exploring Coastal Communities."

 

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