Events calendar: Ormond Beach Historical Society to host 50th anniversary celebration

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


Ormond Beach Historical Society is represented by head archivist Suzanne Heady,
president Jayne Fifer, volunteer Rita Vogl, board member Joyce Benedict and past president Mary Smith at Founder’s Day. Photo by Suzanne McCarthy
Ormond Beach Historical Society is represented by head archivist Suzanne Heady, president Jayne Fifer, volunteer Rita Vogl, board member Joyce Benedict and past president Mary Smith at Founder’s Day. Photo by Suzanne McCarthy
Photo by Suzanne McCarthy
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Thursday, Aug. 20

Third Thursday Docent Tour

When: 11 a.m. to noon

Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: This tour is included with museum admission and is free for members and U.S. veterans. Includes the reception gallery, the stairway gallery, a walk through the gardens to learn more about the military tributes; and a tour of the historic Emmons Cottage. The tour concludes with tea on the museum’s rooftop terrace. No advanced registration is required; meet inside the reception gallery by 11 a.m.

Peninsula Womens Club games

When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where: Peninsula Womens Club, 415 S. Peninsula Drive, Daytona Beach

Details: Play Bridge, Samba, "Hand, Foot and Elbow" players. All ladies who enjoy cards welcome. Call Betsy Patton at 386-843-1061.

Art of Healing workshop

When: 2-3:30 p.m.

Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: This workshop focuses on self-expression, growth and relaxation. A professional art facilitator will offer creative instruction appropriate for all artistic skill levels, and all materials are provided. Free program. Registration is required. Register at www.ormondartmuseum.org/classes-programs.

Friday, Aug. 21

Paddle into adventure!

When: 9-11 a.m.

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

Details: Take this two-hour guided kayak tour, presented by the Friends of Gamble Rogers State Park. Registration is a donation of $50 per person; $25 if bringing your own kayak. Space is limited. Call 386-517-2086 to register.

Veterans Lunch & Learn

When: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: Veterans and current service members are invited to enjoy a special presentation and art activity with a professional instructor, followed by a complimentary boxed lunch. All supplies are provided. No art experience necessary. Free program. Registration is required. Register at www.ormondartmuseum.org/classes-programs.

Food Truck Friday at the Farm

When: 5-9 p.m.

Where: Florida Agricultural Legacy Learning Center, 7900 Old Kings Road N., Palm Coast

Details: Presented by the museum, enjoy food trucks, local vendors, live music and a free kids zone. Visit floridaagmuseum.org.

Saturday, Aug. 22

Ormond Beach Historical Society's 50th anniversary celebration

When: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and 7-11 p.m. (Disco Dance)

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

Details: Join the Ormond Beach Historical Society to celebrate its 50th anniversary. Enjoy family fun and games on the front lawn from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., including a mini carnival and face painting. There will also be a pancake breakfast from 8-10 a.m. Speakers will begin at 11 a.m. through 1 p.m., to be followed by Bingo. Then, in the evening, attend the 1970s Disco Dance. Tickets for the disco dance cost $50 for members and $65 for non-members. Visit ormondhistory.org.

Friends of the Library book and bake sale

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

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

Details: Browse fiction, nonfiction, children's, young adult books and more. 

Lecture: St. Augustine's Role in the American Revolution

When: 2-3:30 p.m.

Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: Presented by Dr. Trevor Bryant, a history professor at Flagler College, this lecture is part of OMAM’s special series: "America at 250: Florida’s History Through Power, People and Place." The lecture will explore how the people of St. Augustine navigated the American Revolution. Free. Registration is requested. Register at www.ormondartmuseum.org/classes-programs.

The Culture and History of Food — Afternoon Tea

When: 2 p.m.

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

Details: Enjoy cinnamon stick tea while learning about the history of teas from library staff. Free program.

Gamble Jam

When: 2-4 p.m.

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

Details: Join in for the Gamble Jam where musicians of all skill levels are invited to bring their acoustic instruments. Park entry fee applies. 

Monday, Aug. 24

Environmental Discovery Center

When: 1 p.m.

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

Details: Representatives from the center will share information about Ormond Beach’s diverse ecosystems and the programs the center offers. Free program. 

Wednesday, Aug. 26

Veterans Creative Expressions workshop

When: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: One of OMAM’s art instructors will guide participants through a creative project. All materials are provided and no art experience is necessary. Open to U.S. veterans and current service members, but a family member or friend age 16 or older may also register. Free program. Registration required. Visit www.ormondartmuseum.org/classes-programs.

'How Women Won the Vote'

When: 3-4 p.m.

Where: Bunnell Library at Nexus Center, 2199 Commerce Parkway, Bunnell

Details: Join the American Association of Women Flagler County for a presentation on Women's Equality Day to commemorate the ratification of the 19th amendment, which gave women the right to vote. Free and open to the community.

One-minute challenges

When: 4 p.m.

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

Details: Students in grades 6-12 can try their skills with one-minute challenges and receive prizes. This program is co-sponsored by Friends of the Ormond Beach Library. Free program.

Palm Coast Astronomy Club meeting

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

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

Details: Join the Palm Coast Astronomy Club for its monthly meeting. The topic will be "Inexplicable Space and Cosmology." Everyone interested in astronomy is welcome. Meeting room is located to the right after entering the library. 

Thursday, Aug. 27

Little Artist Workshop with ELC

When: 10:30 a.m. to noon

Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: Children ages 3-5 will use their imaginations and develop fine motor skills as they explore one of the elements of art. Afterward, the group will enjoy a story time experience. A parent or caregiver must be present with their child during the workshop. Offered in partnership with the Early Learning Coalition of Flagler & Volusia. Free program. Registration is required. Visit www.ormondartmuseum.org.

Peninsula Womens Club games

When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where: Peninsula Womens Club, 415 S. Peninsula Drive, Daytona Beach

Details: Play Bridge, Samba, "Hand, Foot and Elbow" players. All ladies who enjoy cards welcome. Call Betsy Patton at 386-843-1061.

Beats and Eats

When: 6-8 p.m.

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

Details: Beats and Eats is a new monthly community event that combines the familiar Food Truck Tuesday experience with live concert entertainment from the Palm Coast Concert Series. The band is Stealing Vanity and the beneficiary will be Parkinson's of Flagler/Palm Coast.

Friday, Aug. 28

Beachside Garage open house

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

Where: Birthplace of Speed Park, 21 Ocean Shore Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: The Motor Racing Heritage Association is hosting this open house. Volunteers will be on hand for tours and information. The Garage holds the two replica race cars that competed in the first sanctioned race on the beach in March of 1903. Call 386-676-7675.

Acoustic jam session

When: 2-5 p.m.

Where: Mala Compra Community Center, 79 Mala Compra Road, Palm Coast

Details: Bring your acoustic string instrument (no amplifiers), a snack, a drink and a folding chair and join other local amateur musicians for a jam session. Free. Held every fourth Friday of the month. Visit flaglerjam.com.

Saturday, Aug. 29

Surfers for Autism

When: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where: South 6th Street and South 7th Street, Flagler Beach

Details: This is a free surf event for children and adults with autisms and other developmental delays. Visit https://surfersforautism.org/.

Back to '96: Ormond MainStreet 30th anniversary party

When: 5-8 p.m.

Where: Cassen Park, 1 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach; and Bailey Riverbridge Gardens, 1 N. Beach St., Ormond Beach

Details: Rescheduled! Join Ormond MainStreet for a free 90s-themed block party to celebrate three decades of community, commerce and culture. There will be music, food and drinks, family-friendly activities, photo opportunities and more. RSVP on Facebook.

Community fish fry outreach event

When: 6-8 p.m.

Where: United Evangelical Missionary and Outreach Church, 99 Old Kings Road N., Palm Coast

Details: Join the church for food, fellowship and giving back to the community. The fish fry event is also a blanket and teddy bear drive for foster children. 

Ongoing

Coastal Colors: Light, Sea and the Flagler Pier

When: Through end of April

Where: Barnhill's Cafe, Bar and Grill, 202 S. Central Ave., Flagler Beach

Details: See this photography exhibition by Lori Vetter Bowers. Cafe is closed on Mondays.

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.

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. Meetings end with a luncheon buffet. The club currently has 63 members and is looking to add new ones. Annual membership fee is $25.

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.

 

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