Events calendar: Palm Coast Songwriters Festival to host special charity show

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


Brock Berryhill will perform with Michael Ray and Josh Phillips at the Palm Coast Songwriters Festival kickoff show on April 30. Courtesy photo
Brock Berryhill will perform with Michael Ray and Josh Phillips at the Palm Coast Songwriters Festival kickoff show on April 30. Courtesy photo
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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. 

'Knock Out Cancer' luncheon and fashion show

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

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

Details: The Palmetto Club of Daytona Beach is hosting its annual cancer luncheon, which will include a fashion show by Pepper’s Boutique and jewelry sale by Masterpiece Jewelers. The lunch will be catered by GEI Catering & Events. A $40 donation is requested. Call 610-715-2136.

Earth Day Celebration

When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Where: Washington Oaks Gardens State Park, 6400 N. Oceanshore Blvd., Palm Coast

Details: Celebrate Earth Day with live music, food trucks, arts and craft vendors, a kids zone, environmental booths and presentations. $5 entrance fee per car. 

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.

Sunday, April 27

BACC vintage car display

When: 12-4 p.m.

Where: Teddy Morse's Daytona Harley-Davidson, 1637 N. U.S. 1, Ormond Beach

Details: See this free show. All bikes and classic cars are welcome. There will be a 50/50 raffle benefitting Camp Boggy Creek and live music by J.W. Gilmore & the Blues Authority.

Ormond Beach Historical Society open house

When: 12-3 p.m.

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

Details: The Ormond Beach Historical Society will be conducting an open house. Learn the role the Historical Society plays in preserving and maintaining the story of Ormond Beach, and how everyone can be a part of it. Meet some of the volunteers who help keep our history alive. There will be free parking and refreshments will be provided. Call 386-677-7005 for more information.

Monday, April 28

Volusia County Parks

When: 1 p.m. 

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

Details: Learn more about what Volusia County Parks have to offer to residents and visitors. Free event.

Tuesday, April 29

Film screening

When: 6-8 p.m.

Where: Southeast Museum of Photography, 1200 W. International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach

Details: See "The Monuments Men," a film where allied World War II-era art experts go behind enemy lines in Germany to recover works of art stolen by the Nazis. his film screening will also feature a guest speaker, David Morton. He is an author, educator, filmmaker, and historian based in Orlando. The film is free and open to the public, located in the Madorsky theater at the museum.

Wednesday, April 30

Palm Coast Songwriters Festival special charity kickoff show

When: 5 p.m. Thursday, May 4

Where: Daytona State College Palm Coast Amphitheater, 545 Colbert Lane, Palm Coast

Details: The Palm Coast Songwriters Festival is kicking off its 2025 event with a special charity show, celebrating the grand reopening of the Daytona State College Palm Coast Amphitheater. See performances by country artist Michael Ray, alongside Brock Berryhill and Josh Phillips, and songwriters Wynn Varble, Matt Alderman, Karen Staley and Ashley Estevez. Tickets cost $30-$55. Visit www.palmcoastsongwritersfestival.com.

Thursday, May 1

Palm Coast Songwriters Festival

When: May 1-4, times vary by performance

Where: Daytona State College Palm Coast Amphitheater, 545 Colbert Lane, Palm Coast

Details: Over 40 songwriters with more than 150 hit songs will perform during this four-day music celebration. Single day passes ($30-$55) and four-day passes ($175) available. Visit https://www.palmcoastsongwritersfestival.com.

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 Savannah Savino. Bring a chair or blanket. For more information, call 386-676-3216.

Friday, May 2

Sneaker Ball Gala

When: 6-10 p.m.

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

Details: LLC Rise Above the Violence, Inc. is hosting this inaugural gala where attire is evening glam with sneakers. The theme is "Step into Greatness." The event will support its Curtis Gray Track & Field Scholarships to support athletes making a difference in their community. Tickets cost $75. Visit longlivecurt.com.

Saturday, May 3

20th annual Arbor Day

When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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

Details: Celebrate Arbor Day with the City of Palm Coast. There will be a free tree giveaway, a walk-through butterfly tent, live performances from Palm Coast Community Band and The Dance Method, a children’s activity tent, petting zoo and free craft projects. Residents can receive a free 3-gallon tree in exchange for a non-perishable food item donation for the local food bank.

Art in the Park

When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, May 3; and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 4

Where: Rockefeller Gardens, 26 Riverside Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: The City of Ormond Beach Department of Leisure Services and the Ormond Memorial Art Museum are presenting the 51st annual Art in the Park, which will showcase 100 artists and crafters. There will also be a kids craft zone, food trucks and live entertainment. Free admission. Visit ormondbeach.org.

Second annual Kentucky Derby Celebration and Casino Night

When: 4-8 p.m.

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

Details: The Grand Haven Woman’s Club is presenting this event, to include a a buffet, cash bar, live race, bourbon tasting, live auction, gift basket, 50/50 and more. Proceeds from the event will support local nonprofits. Tickets cost $75 per person. Contact event spokesperson Kristina Bracciale at [email protected].

Flagler Humane Society's Kentucky Derby Casino Night

When: 4:30-9:30 p.m.

Where: 42 Island Estates Parkway, Palm Coast

Details: Don your best Kentucky Derby hat and join the Flagler Humane Society for an evening of games and fundraising. There will be casino game tables, a derby hat contest, unlimited cocktails, a pool and hors' d'oeuvres. Tickets cost $125 per person or $200 per couple. Event is located in a gated community so tickets must be purchased in advance. Visit https://flaglerhumane.harnessgiving.org/events/2800.

Sunday, May 4

Pancake breakfast

When: 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Where: St. Brendan the Navigator Catholic Church social hall, 1000 Ocean Shore Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: The Knights of Columbus Council 13018 is sponsoring a pancake breakfast. The OneBlood Big Red Bus will be onsite to accept blood donations, and all donors will receive a free pass to the breakfast to enjoy scrambled eggs, sausage, and all the pancakes you can eat, along with coffee and orange juice. OneBlood will also offer a free gift and a $20 eGift card in addition to a complimentary wellness checkup. Breakfast for non-donors costs $6, and kids under 12 eat free.

Dive bar poker run

When: 11 a.m.

Where: Eagles Post no. 3800, 190 S. Nova Road, Ormond Beach

Details: Support Barracks of Hope with this poker run. Stops include One Horse Saloon, Last Resort in Port Orange, VFW Post 4250, Cabbage Path and ends at Annie Oakleys. Meet and Greet with veteran residents. Costs $20 per rider and $20 per passenger. Sponsored by ABATE of FL, Inc., Daytona Beach Chapter. 

'Serendipity: Unexpected & Fortunate Discoveries' opening reception

When: 1-4 p.m.

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

Details: See this exhibit featuring the Artist Alley Alliance. The exhibit will run from May 4-30. Visit artleague.org.

Third annual Paws for Music

When: 2-5 p.m.

Where: 1405 Saloon, 1405 E. Moody Blvd., Bunnell

Details: Community Cats of Palm Coast is hosting this fundraiser featuring live music by Jeremy and Andrea from Are Friends Electric. There will be raffles and the $20 entry fee includes a beverage and choice of a hamburger or hotdog with a side of chips. Visit communitycatspc.org/pawsformusic2025.

Monday, May 5

Palm Coast Astronomy Club

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

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

Details: The Palm Coast Astronomy Club will hold its next meeting at the library. The meeting's topic will be "Planets and Moons beyond our own — a peek at the worlds of Star Wars." Everyone interested in astronomy is welcome. The meeting room is located to the right after entering the library.

Saturday, May 24

Stained glass for beginners

When: 1-4 p.m.

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

Details: This is the first of a three-week class series with instructor Peter Berman. The other two classes will be held on May 31 and June 7. Visit artleague.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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