Events calendar: Head downtown for Ormond's monthly art walk, see Concordia Chicago Kapelle Choir in Palm Coast

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


The Art Spotlight gallery is usually the hub of activity during the Ormond Beach First Saturday Art Walks. Photo by Michele Meyers
The Art Spotlight gallery is usually the hub of activity during the Ormond Beach First Saturday Art Walks. Photo by Michele Meyers
Photo by michele meyers.
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Thursday, March 5

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, often with a meditative component. Appropriate for all artistic skill levels. No art experience necessary. All supplies are provided. Register at www.ormondartmuseum.org/classes-programs.

Recipes and Reads Culinary Lab: 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 Oolong tea while learning more about the history of teas, presented by library staff. Free event.

Friday, March 6

Coffee and Conversations with your City Manager

When: 9-10 a.m.

Where: Panera Bread, 5880 State Route 100, Palm Coast

Details: The City of Palm Coast invites residents to grab a cup of coffee with City Manager Mike McGlothlin. Ask questions, share ideas, and discuss what matters most to you. Free event. Registration required. Visit www.parksandrec.fun.

Her Story, In Color opening reception

When: 5-7 p.m.

Where: Gallery 500, 1870 Victory Circle, Daytoa Beach

Details: In conjunction with Women's History Month, this exhibition by the Florida Women's Art Association challenges local women artists to explore their identity, memory, resilience and heritage.The artists will express their visions from classic realism to bold abstracts in various media. The reception is free and open to the public. The exhibit will be on display through April 26. Visit flwaa.com.

Free Family Art Night

When: 5:30-7 p.m.

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

Details: This month's art night event invites families to make a faux quilt hanging collage with instructors Linda King and Emma Dennison. Free. All art supplies provided. 

'Shirley Chisholm: Unbossed & Unbowed'

When: 5:30 p.m.

Where: African American Cultural Society, 4422 N. U.S. 1, Palm Coast

Details: New York award-winning writer and performer Ingrid Griffith will present her acclaimed solo play, “Shirley Chisholm: Unbossed & Unbowed." This is a one-woman show about the first African American woman to win a seat in Congress and the first to run for president in the U.S. Tickets cost $35. Visit https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/womens-history-month-opening-event-shirley-chisholm-unbossed-and-unbowed-by-ingrid-griffith..

Flagler Beach First Friday

When: 6-9 p.m.

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

Details: Enjoy community, music and vendors. Entertainment will be provided by Anthony Wild.

Concordia Chicago Kapelle Choir

When: 7 p.m.

Where: Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran Church, 101 Pine Lakes Parkway, Palm Coast,

Details: Attend this free concert featuring the Concordia Chicago Kapelle Choir. Under the direction of Dr. Charles P. Brown, the choir will be performing classical Christian music with piano and organ accompaniments. A freewill offering will be collected to support the Kapelle Choir. For more information, visit www.sotcpc.com.

Saturday, March 7

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.

Gladius

When: 2 p.m.

Where: Daytona Beach Regional Library, 105 Jackie Robinson Parkway, Daytona Beach

Details: Experience Gladius, an award-winning composer and classical/flamenco style guitarist. This event is co-sponsored by Volusia County Public Library and Friends of the Daytona Beach Regional Library. Registration is not required.

Recipes and Reads Culinary Lab: Basic Cooking — Spice Lab: Juniper Berries

When: 2 p.m.

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

Details: Learn all about juniper berries and their uses in this cooking demonstration, presented by library staff. Free event. 

First Saturday Ormond Art Walk

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.

Sunday, March 8

Plantation Bay 22nd annual Art Show and Sale

When: 1-4 p.m.

Where: Founders Club, 301 Plantation Bay Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: See original oil, acrylic and watercolor paintings, photography, jewelry, sculptures, prints and more by professional and amateur artists of all ages. Free and open to the public.

First Museum Member beach bonfire

When: 5-7 p.m.

Where: Beach at 10th St. North, Flagler Beach

Details: Hosted by the Flagler Beach Historical Museum, this beach bonfire is open to museum members and their families. Bring blankets or chairs.The Eastern Surfing Association is sponsoring marshmallows and drinks for the event. Non-members can attend for $15. Visit flaglerbeachhistoricalmuseum.org.

Monday, March 9

Ormond Beach Lions Giveback event

When: 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Where: PopStroke, 1283 Cornerstone Blvd., Daytona Beach

Details: Join the Ormond Beach Lions Club for a fundraiser at PopStroke in Daytona. Mention the Lions at checkout and 20% of the golf pass sales will be donated.

La Hora del Cuento

When: 11 a.m.

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

Details: Children and their caregivers are introduced to basic building blocks of literacy, in English and Spanish, through stories, rhymes and music. Free program. Registration is not required.

The Garden Club at Palm Coast monthly meeting

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

Where: Club 51 Social Club, 51 Old Kings Road N., Palm Coast

Details: Join the Garden Club at Palm Coast for its monthly meeting. Arrive early and buy lunch, mingle and check out the plant sale. The gathering begins at noon for registration and raffle tickets. The meeting starts at 1 p.m. This month's guest speaker is Master Gardener Sharon Smith. 

Wednesday, March 11

AARP meeting

When: 10 a.m. to Noon

Where: Ormond Beach Unitarian Universalist Church, 56 N. Halifax Drive, Ormond Beach 

Details: This month's guest speaker is Jan Gillespie, Regions Bank branch manager, who will speak about protection from scams, identity theft and financial exploitation. The public is invited; A $5 optional light lunch to follow. for more information, call Jeff Boyle at 386-341-9013.

Plein Air Workshop in the Gardens 

When: 12-3 p.m.

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

Details: Priscilla Humay will lead this outdoor painting workshop where she will teach composition, perspective, color, value, form, line and texture in nature and will provide individual assistance, demonstrations and handouts. Workshop includes an open critique and discussion of the finished pieces. Students may use any medium of their choice [dry, wet, or both] and are responsible for bringing their own supplies. Workshop costs $45 for members; $55 for future members.

Water and wastewater treatment plant tours

When: 2-4 p.m.

Where: 

Details: Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the Palm Coast water and wastewater treatment operations. Sign up at parksandrec.fun.

The Hunger Games Trivia Hang Out

When: 4 p.m.

Where: Daytona Beach Regional Library, 105 Jackie Robinson Parkway, Daytona Beach

Details: Compete in The Hunger Games trivia, held at the teen area. This program is for those in grades 6-12. Registration is not required.

Thursday, March 12

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 "Using Technology to Organize Your Research," presented by Miles Meyer.

54th annual Volusia Students Create opening reception

When: 5-7 p.m.

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

Details: Celebrate the opening of this student art reception. Meet the artists and enjoy refreshments and music. Free admission.

DSC Music Technology Production presents 'MPT Rocks!'

When: 5:30 p.m.

Where: News-Journal Center, 221 N. Beach St., Daytona Beach

Details: This is a free event. For more information, call the box office at 386-226-1888 or email [email protected].

TOBY — The Experience

When: 7 p.m.

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

Details: See this Toby Keith tribute concert, featuring Hollywood Yates performing classics like "How Do You Like Me Now," "Should've Been a Cowboy," and "I Love This Bar." Tickets cost $40-$60. Visit ormondbeachperformingartscenter.csstix.com.

Friday, March 13

The Luck of the Pickle pickleball tournament

When: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday to Sunday, March 13-15

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

Details: Open to all skill levels and features double elimination format. Singles are on Friday, March 13; men's and women's doubles are on Saturday, March 14; and mixed doubles are on Sunday, March 15. Participants must be 13 years and older. Registration fee is $50. Visit parksandrec.fun.

City Building & Landscape Perspective Drawing

When: 1:30-3:30 p.m. March 13, 20 and 27

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

Details: Learn how to draw city buildings and landscapes in this three-session perspective class with artist and instructor Sylvia Gortz. No advanced drawing experience is required. Class costs $180 for members; $200 for non-members. Register at www.ormondartmuseum.org/classes-programs.

School's Out for Art Youth Workshop

When: 2-3:30 p.m.

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

Details: Students ages 5-12 are invited to create a polka dot painting inspired by the “Spot Paintings” of Damien Hirst with Youth Curator Emma Dennison. All supplies are included. Seats are limited, so early sign-up is encouraged. Costs $15 for members; $20 for non-members. Visit www.ormondartmuseum.org to register.

An Evening with Wishbone Ash

When: 7:30 p.m.

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

Details: Featuring Argus Live, see classic rock legends Wishbone Ash perform in Ormond Beach. Tickets cost $40-$50. Visit ormondbeachperformingartscenter.csstix.com.

Saturday, March 14

Ultimate Garth and Shania Tribute

When: 7:30 p.m.

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

Details: Kip Sweeny and Cristi Vale will bring Garth Brooks and Shania Twain to life during this tribute concert. Tickets cost $45. 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.

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.

The Brown/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: "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."

 

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