This week's calendar, including softball tournament benefiting family that lost home in a fire

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WEDNESDAY, AUG. 12

Animal Adaptions: Live Animal Show

10-11 a.m. in the meeting room at the Flagler County Public Library. Presented by the Jacksonville Zoo. Hands-on learning, complimenting this summer’s “Hero” theme. All children under 12 should be accompanied by an adult. Call 446-6763.

PAWS to Read

4-6 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of every month, at the Flagler County Public Library. Beginners reading session with a real live dog. Build confidence for young readers to read aloud one-on-one with a certified Ambassador Dog, courtesy of the Flagler Humane Society. Call 446-6763.

THURSDAY, AUG. 13

Grow as a Person in Business

10-11 a.m. every Thursday at Fair Trade Café in Parkway Plaza, at 4882 Palm Coast Parkway. Free business networking. Contact Fran at 931-6088.

Baby Class with Ms. Brenda

10-10:45 a.m. at the Flagler County Public Library. For parents and their children ages birth to 14 months to come together for songs, rhymes, books, movement. Call 446-6763.

Back to School Movie Matinee

1:30-4:30 p.m. at the Flagler County Public Library. PG-13 movie, in the meeting room. All children under 12 should be accompanied by an adult. Call 446-6763.

Ravenous Readers

4:30-5:30 p.m., at Flagler County Public Library. A fun food and reading event for kids ages 6 and up. Limited to 20 children; signup begins 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Call 446-6763.

FRIDAY, AUG. 14

Sea Turtle Talk

9-10 a.m. at Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area at Flagler Beach, 3100 S. Oceanshore Blvd. Learn the roles sea turtles play in Florida’s ecosystem. Held at the beachside pavilion on the day use side of the park. Call 517-2086.

Marineland Dolphin Adventure Photographic Workshop

9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Marineland Dolphin Adventure. Photographer Ed Siarkowic, of Ocean Art Gallery, will be teaching a workshop about how to take professional photographs. Call 904-471-1111.

Back to School Hayride

5-8 p.m. at the Florida Agricultural Museum, 7900 Old Kings Road N. Closed-toed shoes are recommended. This family event will include a 30-minute hayride around the museum’s grounds, a visit to the 1890s homestead and general store. A name-the-calf contest will be held. $5 per person, or free for museum members. Hamburgers and hotdogs for sale. Call 446-7630 or email [email protected].

Movies in the Park

8:30 p.m. at Central Park in Town Center. “Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day.” Also on the second Friday of every month. Free. Flagler Sheriff’s PAL program will be selling popcorn and drinks to raise money for their organization. Bring blankets, lawn chairs and bug spray. Contact 986-2323 or visit palmcoastgov.com/movies.

SATURDAY, AUG. 15

2015 First Church Youth Summit

8 a.m. to 10 p.m. at First Church, 91 Old Kings Road N. Breakfast, talent show, guest performances by local Christian artists. The worship service at 10 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, at First Church, will highlight the winners for the Youth Talent Showcase. Call Jeroline McCarthy at 437-5142.

Trail Maintenance at Bulow Parks

9 a.m. at the pavilion of the Bulow Plantation Ruins Historic State Park, 3501 Old Kings Road, Flagler Beach. Hosted monthy by the Bulow Parks Historic Alliance. Workers should bring gloves, hats and water; other tools will be provided. Call 437-5338.

Duct Tape Workshop

10 a.m. to noon, at the Flagler County Public Library. Ages 11 to 16. Bring two rolls of your own colorful duct tape. Call 446-6763.

Pits and Hogs Poker Run

The ride will start at 12:30 p.m.; registration will be 10 a.m. to noon at the Moto Stop at 1575 Aviation Center Parkway, Suite 529, in Daytona Beach, and will end up in DeLand. Benefits pit bulls with the help of Second Chance Rescue. At the end of the run in DeLand, meet adoptable dogs. Donations of food, leashes and toys welcomed. Rider fee is $10, passengers $5. Call 852-6052.

Flagler Playhouse Sewing Workshop

1-3 p.m. at the Flagler Playhouse, 301 E. Moody Blvd., Bunnell. Costuming meeting, plus a free sewing-from-a-pattern workshop. Email [email protected] or visit infofccg.wix.com/fccguild.

Salvo Art: Allevo

7 p.m. at Salvo Art (Nature Scapes), at 313 Old Brick Road, Bunnell. Featuring artists Laura Mongiovi and Michael Kovach. There will also be an installation of mobiles called SWOOP, a special contribution from the children’s summer camp. $10 for adults. Complimentary wine and hors d’oeuvres.

MONDAY, AUG. 17

Flagler County Schools Discussion

6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Palm Coast Community Center, 305 Palm Coast Parkway NE. Join Janet McDonald, District 2 representative on the Flagler County School Board for a conversation about education in Flagler Schools.

Cup Cooking Workshop

1:30-3:30 p.m. the Flagler County Public Library. Hands-on workshop for young adults in the meeting room. Registration with Ms. Sharon will be held no later than Thursday, Aug. 13. Participants should bring their own microwave-safe mug. Call 446-6763.

Family Movie Night

6-7:30 p.m. at the Flagler County Public Library. PG. Under 12 should be accompanied by an adult. Call 446-6763.

TUESDAY, AUG. 18

Survivor Group Luncheon

11:45 a.m. at the Grand Club on Pine Lakes Parkway. The Survivor Group is a support group for those who have lost a spouse. Attendees must RSVP: Call Suzanne at 586-0407.

Summer Movie Matinee

1:30-4 p.m. at the Flagler County Public Library. PG-13. Under 12 years should be accompanied by an adult. Call 446-6763.

Alzheimer’s support group

3:30-5 p.m. at the Las Palmas Retirement Community, 70 Town Court. A comfortable and safe place to share feelings. Encourages caretakers to take a relaxing break. Meets on the first and third Tuesday of every month. Call 800-272-3900.

Fitness Pole Walking Clinic

3:30 p.m., 315 S. Seventh St., Flagler Beach. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Demo Walking Poles will be provided. Free. Limited space. Pre-register by contacting Sheila Vidamour,

certified pole walking instructor, at 904-540-1067 or [email protected]

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 19

Dine for Paws with Second Chance Rescue

7 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Bob Evans Restaurant. Fifteen percent donated back to the homeless animals of Second Chance Rescue, if you mention the community fundraiser at the time of paying the bill.

Bridge and Games

1-4 p.m. at the Flagler Woman’s Club, 1524 S Central Ave, Flagler Beach. Play bridge (progressive and non-progressive) or other games. Call Nancy Bixon at 439-5046 to reserve your spot.

Teen Cup-Cooking Workshop

1:30-3:30 p.m. at the Flagler County Public Library. Hands-on workshop for ages 12-16. Registration with Ms. Sharon will be held no later than Thursday, Aug. 13. Participants should bring their own microwave safe mug. Call 446-6763.

Salsa/Ballroom Dancing Workshop

4-5 p.m. at the Flagler County Public Library. Ages 10 and above. Call 446-6763.

Bunnell Area Council Dinner

5:30 p.m., at Finnegan’s Black Cloud Saloon. The Bunnell Area Council hosts Business After Hours, a networking event. Call Jaclyn Miklos at 566-1353. To RSVP, visit business.flaglerchamber.org/events.

THURSDAY, AUG. 20

A Tribute to Rodgers & Hammerstein

1:30 p.m. at the Flagler County Library. Free concert in recognition of Senior Citizen Day. Classic Broadway songs will be performed by Don Meritt and Annette Moreau. Presented by the Friends of the Library. Complimentary refreshments. Call 446-6763.