Events calendar: Celebrate the reopening of the Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center on Sunday

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


The Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center’s lobby has been completely redesigned. Photo by Jarleene Almenas
The Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center’s lobby has been completely redesigned. Photo by Jarleene Almenas
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Thursday, Feb. 15

Ormond Beach Area Democratic Club meeting

When: 7 p.m.

Where: 56 N. Halifax Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: Join the Ormond Beach Area Democratic Club for its January meeting. Check-in and socializing will begin at 6:30 p.m. The focus of the meeting will be on club activities in 2024 in preparation for the November election, how to meet Democratic neighbors, and updates on local, state, and national issues. Like-minded nonmembers are welcome to attend as guests. Visit ormondbeachdems.org.

Friday, Feb. 16

Yoga outdoors

When: 10 a.m.

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

Details: The Environmental Discovery Center is hosting a free outdoor beginner level yoga class by Kim Latford. Chairs available. Mats recommended. Space is limited. Call 386-615-7081.

Special Populations Valentine's Day Party

When: 6-8 p.m.

Where: Nova Community Center, 440 N Nova Road, Ormond Beach

Details: The city of Ormond Beach and the Special Populations Activity & Recreation Council are hosting a Valentine's Day party. Tickets cost $3 at the door. Bring a dessert to share. For more information, contact Lori Koplin, at 386-615-7036 or at [email protected].

An Evening with Anthony Smith and Darryl Worley: Nashville Songwriters

When: 7 p.m.

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

Details: See American country music singers Darryl Worley and Anthony Smith perform. Tickets start at $54. Visit flaglerauditorium.org.

Saturday, Feb. 17

The Great Backyard Bird Count

When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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

Details: Join the city of Ormond Beach for a free family-friendly event featuring bird count stations, activities, crafts, guided walks and more. 

North Atlantic Right Whales: How You Can Help!

When: 1-2 p.m.

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

Details: Sara Ellis and Jim Hain, lead scientists with the Marineland Right Whale Project, will present a 45-minute program about the North Atlantic right whale. Entrance into the park costs $5 per vehicle. 

Victor Wainwright and The Train

When: 7:30 p.m.

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

Details: Grammy nominee Victor Wainwright will perform on opening night for the Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, which was recently closed for renovations. Wainwright is a seven-time Blues Music Award winner and a BB King Entertainer of the Year. Tickets start at $50. Visit https://ormondbeachperformingartscenter.csstix.com

Sunday, Feb. 18

Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center open house

When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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

Details: Tour the recently renovated performing arts center. There will be performances from the Seabreeze High School Marching 100 and The Children's Musical Theatre. For more information, call 386-676-3250.

Monday, Feb. 19

NARFE luncheon

When: 11:30 a.m.

Where: Houligan's, 1643 U.S. 1, Ormond Beach

Details: The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Chapter 2247 of Ormond Beach will meet for lunch and a program featuring a certified public accountant providing an update on taxes for 2023. For more information, email [email protected].

School's Out for Art

When: 2-3:30 p.m.

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

Details: On this student holiday, children ages 4 to 12 are invited to enjoy a guided tour and the opportunity to create art with Youth Curator Diamond Johnson. Program costs $13 for museum members and $16 for non-members. Fee includes all supplies. Visit ormondartmuseum.org.

Tuesday, Feb. 20

Flagler Beach Candidates Night

When: 7 p.m.

Where: Flagler Woman's Club, 1524 S. Central Ave., Flagler Beach

Details: The Flagler Woman’s Club invites the community to meet the candidates for the Flagler Beach City Commissioner race: Eric Cooley and Bob Cunningham. Also, meet Mayor-Elect Patti King. Each candidate will be given time for an initial presentation, followed by a Q+A, and then closing statements. Afterwards will be an opportunity to talk one on one with the candidates. No campaign paraphernalia in the clubhouse. For more information, call Joann Soman at 305-778-2885.

Wednesday, Feb. 21

Edwards Twins — Ultimate Las Vegas Variety Show

When: 7 p.m.

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

Details: See some of the top impersonators and impressionists at the Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center. Anthony and Eddie Edwards use state-of-the-art makeup to look and sound like the superstars of today and yesterday: Sonny and Cher, Billy Joel, Elton John, Neil Diamond, Lionel Richie, Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles, Lady Gaga and more. Tickets start at $25. Visit https://ormondbeachperformingartscenter.csstix.com.

Thursday, Feb. 22

Gatorland Animal Encounter

When: 2-3 p.m.

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

Details: See this free educational and entertaining program sponsored by the Friends of the Ormond Beach Library. A wrangler will share stories of close encounters with some of Florida’s most feared creatures and discover facts about snakes, alligators, tarantulas and more. Then, see some of these animals up close at the end of the program.

Fourever Fab & Sixtiesmania: A Journey Through The '60s

When: 7 p.m.

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

Details: Love the music of the 1960s? This tribute show promises to take audiences on a musical rollercoaster, from The Beatles to The Doors and everything in between. Tickets start at $54. Visit flaglerauditorium.org.

Friday, Feb. 23

Disabled American Veterans' fifth annual fundraiser

When: 6-9 p.m.

Where: Palm Coast’s Club 51 Social Club, 51 Old Kings Road, Palm Coast

Details: Palm Coast’s local chapter of the Disabled American Veterans will host its fifth fundraiser, themed "A Casino Night," to raise funds to support the chapter's operating expenses. There will be games of chance such as roulette, craps, black jack and Texas Hold'em, snacks and hors d'oeuvres. A silent auction will also be held. Tickets cost $45 in advance and $50 at the door. Call 386-439-2122 or 386-569-5883 for tickets, or contact [email protected].

Saturday, Feb. 24

Ninth annual Native American Festival

When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 24-25

Where: Princess Place Reserve, 2500 Princess Place Road, Palm Coast

Details: The Flagler County Native American Festival will feature trading booths, wildlife exhibits, children's activities, luck of the draw dance, arts and crafts and Native American dancing. Tickets cost $10 for adults; $5 for children 5-12 and veterans. Call 386-451-9892.

Scholarship fundraiser fashion show

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

Where: Palm Coast United Methodist Church, 6500 Belle Terre Parkway, Palm Coast

Details: University Women of Flagler are hosting this fundraiser featuring vendors and fashions from Chez Jacqueline. A luncheon catered by Carrabba's is included. Tickets cost $60 online at uwflagler.org.

Race of the Runways

When: 6-8 p.m.

Where: Flagler Executive Airport, 201 Airport Road, Palm Coast

Details: The Rotary Club of Flagler Beach is presenting its 15th anniversary Race of the Runways, a 5K where participants run or walk along illuminated airport runways under the searchlight of a circling helicopter. Participants are encouraged to wear glow-in-the-dark or light-up clothing and accessories. No glow sticks. Race costs $40 in advance or $45 the day of the race for adults; and $20 in advance or $25 the day of the race for children 12 and under. Visit https://runsignup.com/Race/Events/FL/PalmCoast/5KRaceofTheRunways.

Ongoing

Art League of Daytona Beach's annual members' awards exhibit

When: 1-4 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday, through Feb. 16

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

Details: See this exhibit featuring art of all mediums by the members of the Art League of Daytona Beach. The exhibit will run through Feb. 16. Visit artleague.org.

Women's book club

When: 12:30-2 p.m. every Tuesday, beginning Jan. 9

Where: Central Baptist Church, 152 Fairview Ave., Daytona Beach

Details: Join this book club, which will study "Love Stories of the Bible Speak" by Shannon Bream. The book club will meet 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.

Exercises for the maturing body

When: 9:30 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays

Where: First Baptist Church of Palm Coast, 6050 Palm Coast Parkway, Palm Coast

Details: Attend upbeat classes presented by Synergy Senior Fitness and taught by Senior Fitness Specialist Artie Gardella. Classes are ongoing. Insurances that cover fitness accepted, or a donation for those with no coverage. Visit Synergyseniorfitness.com.

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: "The Lure of Florida Fishing" and "Megalodon: Largest Shark that Ever Lived."

 

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