Events calendar: City Repertory Theatre to open 'The 25th annual Putnam County Spelling Bee'

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


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Thursday, July 10 

Recipes and Reads Culinary Lab: The Culture and History of Food — Afternoon tea

When: 3 p.m.

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

Details: Enjoy rooibos tea while learning more about the history of tea, presented by library staff.

Moonrise at the beach

When: 8:30-9:15 p.m. 

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

Details: Take in the view of the moon rising over the Atlantic Ocean. Bring binoculars and a camera for photo opportunities. Entrance into the park is $5 per vehicle. Call 386-517-2086.

Gentle yoga

When: 6-7 p.m.

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

Details: Attend this all-levels, gentle Christ-centered yoga class designed to nurture body, mind, and spirit. This class is open to all ages, genders and body types. Bring a yoga mat. A $5-$10 donation is suggested. Proceeds support St. Thomas Episcopal Church ministries.

Friday, July 11

Turtle Talk

When: 10-11 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. 

Summer Sounds

When: 6-8 p.m.

Where: The Casements, 25 Riverside Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: See the Black Velvet Duo perform. Grab a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live music with the city of Ormond Beach's Department of Leisure Services. Free.

A True Crime Comedy Night

When: 8:30-10 p.m.

Where: Cristy B Comedy: The Club, 160 Cypress Point Parkway, Suite A110, Palm Coast

Details: Attend a night of stand-up comedy featuring Daisy Tackett and Casey Skinner, who will share the story on how he unknowingly spent two months living at the infamous Cecil Hotel. Tickets cost $24.80. Visit cristybcomedy.com.

'The 25th annual Putnam County Spelling Bee'

When: 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, July 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 and 26; and 3 p.m. Sunday, July 13, 20 and 27. 

Where: City Repertory Theatre, 160 Cypress Point Parkway, Unit B207, Palm Coast

Details: See this Tony and Drama Desk award-winning play telling the story of an eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. Tickets cost $32.70 for adults and $17.17 for students. Visit crtpalmcoast.com.

Saturday, July 12

Local author spotlight: Erika Barger

When: 1 p.m.

Where: Novel Tea Book Shop, 150 Tomoka Ave., Ormond Beach

Details: Local author Erika Barger will host a book signing for her book, "Scholarship Hacks: Insider Tips for Winning College Money."

Monday, July 14

Camp Paw Print Summer Camp 2025

When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday, July 14-18; and July 28 to Aug. 1.

 Where: Flagler Humane Society, 1 Shelter Drive, Palm Coast

Details: Join Flagler Humane Society for a summer camp where kids will explore the world of animal care, meet shelter pets and enjoy a variety of interactive activities. Camp costs $250 per child. A $25 off discount is available for a family's second child enrolled. Call 386-445-1814.

Tuesday, July 15

The American Red Cross: Pillowcase Project & Hands-on CPR

When: 2 p.m.

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

Details: The Pillowcase Project is a preparedness education program for grades 3-5 that teaches students about personal and family preparedness and safety skills, local hazards, and basic coping skills. Red Cross volunteers lead students through a “Learn, Practice, Share” framework to engage them in disaster preparedness and survival skills. Families will also learn how to perform hands-only CPR.

Wednesday, July 16

Probus Club of Palm Coast

When: 11 a.m. to noon

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

Details: This social club for retired and semiretired men and women meets monthly with a guest speaker on a topic of interest with other social events during the month. This month's guest speaker is Mike Lutz, commander with the Flagler County Sheriff's Office. He will discuss "Fraud Activity in Palm Coast." All are welcome. Lunch is optional. For more information, contact Larry Wright at [email protected].

Thursday, July 17

Ormond Beach Area Democratic Club meeting

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

Where: 56 N. Halifax Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: Attend the July meeting of the Ormond Beach Area Democratic Club. The guest speaker will be Charleen Smith, secretary of the Volusia County Democratic Executive Committee. She will discuss immediate and future initiatives to promote member and citizen involvement in response to “What can we do?” Like-minded guests are welcome to attend. Club information can be found at ormondbeachdems.org.

Friday, July 18

Summer Sounds

When: 6-8 p.m.

Where: The Casements, 25 Riverside Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: See Derek Trull & EasyStreet perform. Grab a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live music with the city of Ormond Beach's Department of Leisure Services. Free. 

Saturday, July 19

Pedal in the Park

When: 8-10:30 a.m.

Where: Palm Coast Community Center, 3005 Palm Coast Parkway NE, Palm Coast

Details: Formerly known as Tour de Palm Coast, this bike ride will begin at 8 a.m. and take participants through Linear and Waterfront Parks. Bring a reusable water bottle. All riders must wear a helmet. Light refreshments will be served afterward. Free event.

Christmas in July

When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: Granada Boulevard, from A1A to Orchard Street, Ormond Beach

Details: Support local businesses and celebrate summer with a holiday vibe. There will be visits by Santa and Mrs. Claus, a family-friendly "Elf on the Shelf" scavenger hunt beginning July 12, live entertainment and more. Visit ormondbeachmainstreet.com/christmasinjuly.

Rummage, bake and doll sale with car show

When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: Trinity Presbyterian Church, 156 Florida Park Drive, Palm Coast

Details: Rummage of all kinds will be available. Dolls will be 75% off. Event includes the Wheels in Motion antique car show. Free admission.

Book signing by Lusine Torossian

When: 12-3 p.m.

Where: Vedic Moons, 4984 Palm Coast Parkway NW, Unit 4, Palm Coast

Details: Lusine Torossian will sign her novel, "Light Weaver," a young adult dark fairy tale woven with mythology. There will be author swag for the first 15 arrivals. Call 386-585-5167 for more information.

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.

Salve Regina Organ Recital

When: 3-4 p.m.

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

Details: See "Salve Regina: Organ Devotionals to the Blessed Virgin Mary," an organ recital featuring Caleb R. Klinzing on the magnificent Cornel-Zimmer Organ. Free event. 

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: "Bugs Outside the Box: Discover the Art Within the Sciences" ; "Shoosty Bugs: An Art Infestation" ; and "It's a Ship Show: Florida's Maritime Canvas."

 

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