Events calendar: Celebrate Memorial Day with ceremonies in Ormond Beach, Palm Coast

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


People lay flowers in honor of fallen veterans during Ormond Beach's Memorial Day Remembrance Service on Monday, May 27. Photo by Jarleene Almenas
People lay flowers in honor of fallen veterans during Ormond Beach's Memorial Day Remembrance Service on Monday, May 27. Photo by Jarleene Almenas
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Thursday, May 22

Brandon Stanley pop-up photography exhibit

When: 5-8 p.m.

Where: The Renaissance Daytona Beach Oceanfront Hotel, 640 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach

Details: Gallery500 is presenting a collaborative pop-up exhibition with local photographer Brandon Stanley, whose art is inspired by his life as a Daytona Beach lifeguard and artist. An artist Q&A will begin at 7 p.m. Free and open to the public.

'Aladdin Jr.'

When: 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 22, and Friday, May 23

Where: Matanzas High School Pirate Theater, 3535 Pirate Nation Way, Palm Coast

Details: Indian Trails Middle School theater students will perform "Aladdin Jr." Tickets are $10. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. For more information, contact ITMS Theater/Chorus Director Kassy Pierre Louis at [email protected] or call 386-338-8195.

Friday, May 23

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. 

Saturday, May 24

Fourth annual CFP car show

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

Where: Craig Flagler Palms Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens, 511 Old Kings Road South, Flagler Beach

Details: Attend this free, family-friendly event featuring a morning of classic cars and a cause, as proceeds will benefit Wreaths Across America. There will be free ice cream and lunch. A $10 donation is encouraged for car show participants. Admission is free for spectators. Visit https://www.facebook.com/share/1BCXKxHPje.

Speaker Series: The History of Manufacturing in Volusia County

When: 10-11 a.m.

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

Details: Jayne Fifer, retired president/CEO of the Volusia Manufacturers Association, will take attendees on a journey through Volusia County’s manufacturing history and explore how these industries shaped its growth and success. Presented by the Ormond Beach Historical Society. 

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. 

Nature Journaling: Native Bees

When: 11 a.m. to noon

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

Details: Learn about native bees while journaling. Program is designed for ages 13 and older. Beginners are welcome, and materials will be provided if needed.

Community hot dog day

When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: Flagler Beach United Methodist Church, 1520 S. Daytona Ave., Flagler Beach

Details: The Flagler Beach United Methodist Church is hosting a Community Hot Dog Day. Stop on by for a free hotdog, chips and a drink.

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.

Pool Safety Day

When: 1-4 p.m.

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

Details: Learn how to be safe through pool games, mini swimming lessons, and hands-on demonstrations. Families will learn the steps for basic first aid, CPR, water rescues and more. Event costs $2 per adult and $1 for youth 17 and under and senior citizens.

Monday, May 26

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. New this year is a chance for locals to hear their hero's name spoken in remembrance during the ceremony. Submissions can be made by visiting palmcoast.gov/events and clicking on the Memorial Day Ceremony icon. The event will feature presentations, remarks and a ceremonial wreath presentation. After the ceremony, attendees can participate in the Honor Walk, a procession around Heroes Memorial Park. 

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.

VFW Post 8696 BBQ picnic

When: 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Where: VFW Post 8696, 47 Old Kings Road, Palm Coast

Details: Celebrate Memorial Day with VFW Post 8696 with a ceremony, a barbecue and raffles. Call 386-446-8696 for more information.

Thursday, May 29

Historical walking tour

When: 10:30 a.m. to noon

Where: MacDonald House, 38 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: Step back in time with the Ormond Beach Historical Society during the last historical walking tour of the season. Learn the stories of Ormond's historical sites and local legends. Costs $20 per person. Visit ormondhistory.org/walking-tour.

Palm Coast Concert Series

When: 6-8 p.m.

Where: The Stage at Town Center, 1500 Central Ave., Palm Coast

Details: The Palm Coast Concert Series is back, and Chillula will kick off the free community event. There will be live music, food trucks, vendors, yard games, and beer and wine. Bring a chair. This concert will also featuure the "Biz & Brews" pop-up event. 

Saturday, May 31

Nature Journaling with Ecology Ellie: Otters

When: 11 a.m. to noon

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

Details: Learn about otters while journaling. Program is designed for ages 13 and older. Beginners are welcome, and materials will be provided if needed.

Summer Wellness Jam

When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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

Details: The City of Palm Coast, in partnership with the Palm Coast-Flagler Health Alliance, is inviting the community to this free, family-friendly event promoting healthy living through fitness, fun and food awareness. The event will feature "To Dye For," a documentary, as well as youth pickleball clinic & kids fitness classes, a Q&A session with the documentary creators, and pickleball and fitness demonstrations. 

Smokin' at the House

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

Where: Flagler Beach Fire Station 11, 320 S. Flagler Ave., Flagler Beach

Details: The Flagler Woman’s Club invites the community to celebrate the men and women of the Flagler Beach police and fire departments Hometown award-winning barbecue champ Tom Snow of the Parrot Head Porkers will be serving up pulled pork with sides. A $12 donation is requested. Eat in or take out. Call Kathi at 908-839-8862 or Mary at 386-569-7813 for more information.

Sunday, June 1

Knights of Columbus pancake breakfast

When: 8 a.m. to noon

Where: St. Brendan Catholic Church, 1000 Ocean Shore Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: The Father Eamonn Gill Council 13018 Knights of Columbus will serve its famous pancake breakfast in the social hall. The meal includes all the pancakes you can eat, scrambled eggs, a sausage link, orange juice and endless coffee. The breakfast costs $6 and children under 12 eat free. All are welcome. 

Dance & Acting with Ms. Debby presents 'Mol's Speak Easy

When: 2 p.m.

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

Details: See the Dance & Act with Ms. Debby 2025 June recital, a 1920s review that follows the antics of Charlotte and the Newsies. Tickets cost $25. Visit ormondbeachperformingartscenter.csstix.com.

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: "Shoosty Bugs: An Art Infestation" ; and "Tide Pool: Exploring Coastal Communities."

 

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