Events calendar: Ormond MainStreet to present annual Riverfest Seafood Festival

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


Lonnie Burkes (seated), Troy Stanton, Greg Lewis and John Williams have been serving up seafood at Riverfest for the past 10 years. Lewis and Williams also work for the city of Ormond Beach. Photo by Suzanne McCarthy
Lonnie Burkes (seated), Troy Stanton, Greg Lewis and John Williams have been serving up seafood at Riverfest for the past 10 years. Lewis and Williams also work for the city of Ormond Beach. Photo by Suzanne McCarthy
Photo by Suzanne McCarthy
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Thursday, Nov. 13

Halifax Genealogical Society

When: 1:30 p.m.

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

Details: This is the monthly meeting of the Halifax Genealogical Society. All are welcome. This month's topic is "The Highly Probable Ancestor," presented by Jerry Finley.

Friday, Nov. 14

Marvelous Manatees

When: 10:30-11 a.m. and 3:30-4 p.m.

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

Details: Take part in this family-friendly program for students K-12 to learn about Florida's manatees. Stop in all weekend for self-guided manatee-themed crafts, activities and a scavenger hunt. Call 386-610-0615.

Samaritan Ministries annual banquet and silent auction

When: 5-10 p.m.

Where: First Baptist Bunnell Fellowship Hall, 2301 Commerce Parkway, Bunnell

Details: Learn about Samaritan Ministries' transition home for battered women and help raise funds to allow the ministry to continue its mission. There will be a catered meal, entertainment, door prizes and a guest speaker. Call 386-437-4372 for tickets. For more information, visit samaritianministriesflagler.org.

Cozy Concert

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

Where: Holy Child Episcopal Church, 1225 W. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: Holy Child Church is hosting a "Cozy Concert" event with hot dogs, chips, drinks and sweets at 5:30 p.m. Alex Fisher and Emma Floyd from Stetson University will perform starting at 6 p.m. Free event.

Sock Hop

When: 6-10 p.m.

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

Details: Enjoy a dinner of hamburgers and hot dogs from 6-7 p.m. before dancing the night away with DJ Big Mike. Event is open to the public. Tickets cost $20 per person or $30 per couple. Buy tickets in advance at the VFW Post 8696 bar.

CRT presents 'Around the World in 80 Days'

When: 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, Nov. 14, 15, 21 and 22; and 3 p.m. on Sundays, Nov. 16 and 23

Where: City Repertory Theatre, 160 Cypress Point Parkway, Suite B-207, Palm Coast

Details: This play inspired by Jules Vernes' novel, and adapted by playwright Mark Brown, features five actors playing every part, including an elephant, at a speed that promises to keep audiences gasping and laughing all the way through. Tickets cost $25 for adults and $15 for students. Visit crtpalmcoast.com.

Saturday, Nov. 15

Tommy Tant Memorial Surf Classic 2025

When: 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 15 and Sunday, Nov. 16

Where: South of the Flagler Beach pier, 105 S. 2nd St., Flagler Beach

Details: A surf tradition in Flagler County, this event celebrates the memory of local surfer Tommy Tant who died in 1998 from an aortic aneurysm. Hundreds will compete in the professional, open and amateur divisions. Free for spectators. Visit tommytant.com.

17th annual A1A Super Scenic Garage Sale

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

Where: Locations vary

Details: Friends of A1A and its Florida Scenic Highway partners are presenting a 150-mile-long garage sale route. Visit ScenicA1A.org for a garage sale map. Registration to be a seller costs $25. Contact A1A Super Scenic Garage Sale Coordinator Danielle Anderson at 904-425-8055.

Grounds Up Motors Fall car show

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

Where: 2 Commerce Blvd. Palm Coast

Details: Open to all years, makes and models of cars and trucks. This is a free show, with no registration or entry fee. First come, first served for spots. Don't arrive before 9 a.m. The show ill have raffles, prizes, a live DJ, food trucks and more.

Ormond Beach Riverfest Seafood Festival

When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15; and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16

Where: Rockefeller Gardens, 26 Riverside Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: Attend this year's Riverfest Seafood Festival for fresh seafood, live music and family activities.. Presented by Ormond MainStreet. There will also be local artisans, crafters, food vendors, a beer garden and a free water taxi. Free admission and parking.

God's Family Bible Church Pantry food distribution

When: 10-11 a.m.

Where: Parking lot across Gods Family Bible Church, 256 Old Brick Road, Bunnell

Details: God's Family Bible Church distributes food every first and third Saturday in this drive-thru event.

Imagine School at Town Center Fall Festival

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

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

Details: Take part in this fall festival featuring bounce hoses, food trucks and vendors. Free admission. Open to the public.

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

When: 2 p.m.

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

Details: Learn all about pumpkins in this cooking demonstration, presented by library staff. Free event.

The Dance Factory presents: 'Our 25th Holiday Showcase — The Nutty Nutcracker'

When: 6 p.m.

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

Details: The Dance Factory is celebrating 25 years of holiday magic with a playful twist on a beloved classic: The Nutty Nutcracker, inspired by Tchaikovsky's ballet. Tickets cost $25-$30. Visit ormondbeachperformingartscenter.csstix.com.

Sunday, Nov. 16

Flagler Family Fun Fest

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

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

Details: Enjoy crafts, games, competitions, face painting, music and food. Free event.

BACC vintage car display

When: 12-4 p.m.

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

Details: See this free show. All classic cars and bikes welcome. There will be awards given and a 50/50 raffle benefiting Camp Boggy Creek kids, live music by Octane Bill, and a food truck and classic Good Humor Ice Cream Truck will be on site.

Beaux Arts annual members'  exhibit opening reception

When: 1-4 p.m.

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

Details: See the latest exhibit at the Art League of Daytona Beach. The exhibit will be on display through Dec. 14. 

The Art Shoppe

When: 1-5 p.m.

Where: Conklin Davis Center for the Visually Impaired, 405 White St., Daytona Beach

Details: Help support visually impaired students. There will be handmade items for sale, including jewelry, greeting cards, wine and cell phone bags, tactile art, paintings, sculptures and more. Proceeds benefit the Conklin Davis Center. Call 386-258-3441 for more information.

Monday, Nov. 17

Migratory Birds of Florida

When: 1 p.m.

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

Details: Halifax River Audubon will discuss how to spot different types of migratory birds in Florida. Free program.

Wednesday, Nov. 19

Probus Club of Palm Coast

When: 11 a.m. to noon

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

Details: This is a social club for retired and semiretired men and women that meets monthly with a guest speaker on a topic of interest, with other social events during the month. This month's guest speaker is Ansley Wren-Key, Flagler County coastal engineering administrator. All are welcome. Join some members and stay for lunch if you like. Probus is a worldwide organization with 345,000 members in 27 countries and 4500 clubs. For more information, contact Larry Wright at [email protected] or at 386-597-3055.

Flagler Tiger Bay Club November meeting

When: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where: Hammock Dunes Club, 30 Avenue Royale, Flagler Beach

Details: This month's guest speaker is Aaron Kaplowitz, president of the United States-Israel Business Alliance. Event costs $35 for members and $40 for guests. Visit  www.flaglertigerbayclub.com/events.

Thursday, Nov. 20

Wild Edibles Hike: Forage & Explore Nature's Bounty

When: 9:30-11:30 a.m. 

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

Details: Hike through Joe Kenner Nature Trail and learn about foraging. The hike will end with a special tasting of tea. Space is limited to 10.. Register by calling 386-517-2086. Park entry fee applies. 

Eighth annual 'All Things Christmas' sale

When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 20 and 21; and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 22

Where: Santa Maria del Mar Catholic Church, 915 North Central Ave., Flagler Beach

Details: This is the church's major fundraising event, with all proceeds supporting St. Vincent de Paul, Santa Maria Del Mar Conference, with charitable activities to support the community. There will be hundreds of Christmas items at thrift store prices. New merchandise added daily. Raffle baskets also available. Free admission.

Recipes and Reads Culinary Lab: Basic Cooking — Sage

When: 2 p.m.

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

Details: Learn all about sage and its uses in this cooking demonstration, presented by library staff. Free program.

Ormond Beach Area Democratic Club

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

Where: 56 N. Halifax Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: Attend the November meeting of the Ormond Beach Area Democratic Club. Federal, state and local issues will be discussed with available actions to address them. Like-minded guests are welcome to attend. Visit ormondbeachdems.org.

Friday, Nov. 21

Early Release Program

When: 3:30-4 p.m.

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

Details; K-12 students are invited to join the EDC for a presentation on seasonal fall changes. Free program.

Steve Solomon: "From Brooklyn to Broadway"

When: 6:30-9 p.m.

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

Details: Spend an evening with Steve Solomon, the author and star of one of the longest running one-man comedies in Broadway’s history, "My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish & I’m in Therapy." Tickets cost $54-$64. Visit flaglerauditorium.org.

Saturday, Nov. 22

Magnificent Moths

When: 10-11 a.m.

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

Details: Children 5-11 years old are invited to learn about the characteristics and life cycles of moths in a presentation, hands-on activity and a craft project. Space is limited. Call 386-610-0615 to sign up. Free program.

Honeybee Buzz: Heroes Of Our Planet, Making Honey Happen

When: 10-11 a.m.

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

Details: Join beekeepers Bill and Barry to learn about bees, which Florida plants benefit them and what it takes to raise bees and harvest honey. Park entry fee applies. 

Kix Country Fest presents Chase Bryant

When: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Where: Flagler County Fairgrounds, 150 Sawgrass Road, Bunnell

Details: Join the Flagler County Fairgrounds for a day of live country music, presented by Arctic Breeze. Gates open at 10 a.m. and live music starts at noon. Tickets cost $25 and parking costs $10; portion of proceeds will benefit local charities. There will be food trucks, a kids zone and more. Headliner Chase Bryant will perform at 6 p.m. 

'It Was Just An Accident' film screening

When: 2 p.m.

Where: Cinematique Theater, 242 S. Beach St., Daytona Beach

Details: See Jafar Panahi's latest Persian film, with English subtitles. Free to the public. Hosted by the Iranian American Society of Daytona Beach. RSVP by Nov. 19 by calling 386-882-1694 or emailing [email protected].

Flagler Flicks: 'Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory'

When: 7 p.m.

Where: Veterans Park, 105 S. 2nd St., Flagler Beach

Details: Attend a movie in the park. Free event.

An Evening with Acoustic Alchemy

When: 7:30 p.m.

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

Details: See this smooth jazz group, presented by the Regalitos Foundation. Tickets cost $50-$65. Visit ormondbeachperformingartscenter.csstix.com.

Ongoing

A Course in Miracles study group

When: 1:30 p.m. on Thursdays

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

Details: This group meets weekly in the church's classroom. Please bring your own book if you have one and a $2 donation. Contact Aynne McAvoy at 315-481-9073 for more information.  

Maze Days 2025

When: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sundays and Saturdays, starting Oct. 4 to Nov. 2

Where: Cowart Ranch and Farms, 8185 W. Highway 100, Bunnell

Details: Enjoy this farm's 5-acre walkthroughh maze, pick pumpkins, take a hayride, play in corn pits and enjoy bonfires in the evenings. Admission costs $15; children 2 and under are free. Visit https://cowartranchandfarms.com/maze-dayz.

Seaside Herb Society 

When: 9:30 a.m. on the third Saturday of the month

Where: Bailey Riverbridge Gardens meeting house, 1 N. Beach St., Ormond Beach

Details: Learn about growing and using herbs with the Seaside Herb Society, which meets from September through May. Visitors are welcome. For information, call or text Denny Lee Snyder at 443-497-0044 or visit https://www.seasideherbsociety.com.

Country Market

When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every second Saturday, September through May

Where: Old dairy barn at the Florida Agricultural Museum, 7900 Old Kings Road N., Palm Coast

Details: Enjoy vendors, live music, a festival atmosphere and food trucks. Admission and parking is free. Visit floridaagmuseum.org to see what the special theme each month will be.

Nara-Anon Group

When: 6 p.m. Mondays

Where: St. Marks by the Sea Lutheran Church, 303 Palm Coast Parkway NE, Palm Coast

Details: Nara-Anon Groups are for those who are affected by someone else's addiction. For more information, call Nancy at 386-569-0417.

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 meets 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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