- January 1, 2026
When: 10-11:30 a.m.
Where: Gamble Rogers State Park, 3100 S. Oceanshore Blvd., Flagler Beach
Details: Celebrate the new year in the outdoors with a hike on the Joe Kenner Trail with a park ranger. Learn about native plants, animals of the maritime hammock and the coastal strand ecosystem. All ages welcome. Group size is limited to 15. Pre-registration is required. Call 386-517-2086.
When: 5:30-7 p.m.
Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach
Details: Bring your family for a fun art project. All art supplies are provided. No art experience needed. All ages are welcome. Free program.
When: 3-7 p.m.
Where: Ormond Beach MainStreet Arts District, 128 W. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach
Details: Join Frame of Mind, Art Spotlight, The Studio by Artist Angel Lowden, the Ormond Memorial Art Museum and more on the first Saturday of each month for art openings and art events.
When: 3-7 p.m.
Where: The Casements, 25 Riverside Drive, Ormond Beach
Details: The Florida Women's Arts Association presents this exhibition where artists were challenged to think about being positive. The works range from realism to abstracts and are a diverse collection by local female artists. The exhibition will be on display through Jan. 30. Free admission. Visit flwaa.com.
When: 5:30-6:15 p.m.
Where: Gamble Rogers Memorial State Park, 3100 S Oceanshore Blvd., Flagler Beach
Details: Learn about the moon as you watch it rise. Bring binoculars and a camera for photo opportunities. Meet at the beachside pavilion. Entrance into the park is $5 per vehicle.
When: 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where: St. Brendan the Navigator Catholic Church, 1000 Ocean Shore Blvd., Ormond Beach
Details: The Knights of Columbus Council 13018 will serve a pancake breakfast at the Social Hall and the OneBlood Big Red Bus will be onsite to accept blood donations. All donors will receive a free pass to the pancake breakfast, as well as a free gift, $20 eGift card and a complimentary wellness checkup from OneBlood.The breakfast includes all the pancakes you can eat, scrambled eggs, sausage, orange juice and coffee. The breakfast for non-donors costs $6 for adults, and children under 12 eat free. All are welcome.
When: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Palm Coast Fuel Depot, 22 Utility Drive, Palm Coast
Details: Recycle your Christmas tree and receive a free 3-gallon tree or shrub in exchange at this 19th annual event hosted by the city. Recycled trees will be turned into mulch for the city's parks and trails. You must remove all decorations, lights, tinsel and ornaments. There will also be free document shredding.
When: 1-2 p.m.
Where: Palm Coast Community Center, 305 Palm Coast Parkway NE, Palm Coast
Details: Listen to Mike McGinness and Jeff Davies as they present, "Florida: A History in Pictures – From the Stone Forts at St. Augustine to the Big Swamp." Free event. Preregistration required. Visit parksandrec.fun.
When: 1 p.m..
Where: Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach
Details: Halifax Health educator Annette Tracy, a registered nurse, will discuss how movement and exercise can have surprising health benefits. Free.
When: 2-3:30 p.m.
Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach
Details: Students ages 5-12 are invited to join this workshop where participants will write and illustrate their own comic strip. All supplies are included. Seats are limited. Costs $15 for museum members and $20 for non-members. Visit ormondartmuseum.org to register.
When: 4 p.m.
Where: Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach
Details: Participate in a variety of activities designed for teens while hanging out with other teens and learning about library services. Free.
When: 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Where: Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach
Details: This month's presentation is "Death Certificates, Much More than a Record of Death!" presented by Bill Meister.
When: 2-3:30 p.m.
Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach
Details: Take part in this free art program focusing on self-expression, growth and relaxation, with a meditative component. Registration required. Visit www.ormondartmuseum.org/classes-programs.
When: 10 a.m.
Where: Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach
Details: Enjoy white tea while learning more about the history of teas, presented by library staff. Free.
When: 5-8 p.m.
Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach
Details: Stroll Ormond's beachside cultural district during this annual event, held in partnership with The Casements and the Ormond Beach Historical Society. Free admission.
When: 10-11 a.m.
Where: Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreational Area, 3100 S. Oceanshore Blvd., Flagler Beach
Details: Join beekeepers Bill and Barry for an educational program on the importance of honeybees, Florida native "bee friendly" plants and what is involved in raising honeybees and
harvesting the honey. Park entry fee of $5 per vehicle applies.
When: 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach
Details: Learn about wet felting with Liz Canali. Workshop will teach the basics of smooth, fine layout, even edges and wool types to create a table runner or wall hanging. Embellish with yarns, silk, bamboo, viscose and more. All felting materials included; participants should bring towels and a plastic bag. Workshop costs $120 for museum members and $150 for non-members. Register at www.ormondartmuseum.org/classes-programs.
When: 1-4 p.m.
Where: Ormond Beach Regional Public Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach
Details: The Halifax Genealogical Society is hosting a free, one-on-one research assistance program for anyone interested in researching family history. The volunteers convene in the Sandpiper Room in the library. To register, contact [email protected].
When: 2 p.m.
Where: Daytona Beach Regional Library, 105 Jackie Robinson Parkway, Daytona Beach
Details: See the Sandy Back Porch band perform. Free event.
When: 2 p.m.
Where: Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach
Details: USA Today bestselling author Jen Turano will present an author talk at the library auditorium. She will discuss her journey to publication, her writing process and then what happens after she delivers her manuscript to her publisher and editing team. Time permitting, there will be a Q+A session at the end. Free program sponsored by the Friends of the Ormond Beach Library.
When: 2-4 p.m.
Where: Gamble Rogers Memorial State Park, 3100 S Oceanshore Blvd., Flagler Beach
Details: Join in for a tribute to legendary Florida folk singer and storyteller, James Gamble Rogers IV. Musicians of all skill levels are welcome to bring their acoustic instruments and join. Park entry fee of $5 per vehicle applies.
When: 2 p.m.
Where: Daytona Beach Regional Library, 105 Jackie Robinson Parkway, Daytona Beach
Details: Spend an afternoon with Hungrytown as they perform Celtic and Americana ballads and psychedelia. Free event.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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: "Expedition: Dinosaur," "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."
