Thursday, Oct. 17
Riverfront beer and peanuts at Tomoka Outpost
When: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday to Sunday, Oct. 17-20
Where: Tomoka Outpost inside Tomoka State Park, 2099 N. Beach St., Ormond Beach
Details: Come chill off the beaten path and enjoy ice cold beer and peanuts on the Tomoka River. Park entry fees apply.
Ormond Beach Democratic Club meeting
When: 7 p.m.
Where: 56 N. Halifax Drive, Ormond Beach
Details: Attend the October meeting of the Ormond Beach Democratic Club. Social time and check-in will be from 6:30-7 p.m, after which the meeting will begin. The focus of the meeting will be, “Do Something!” with a listing in the agenda and in presentation of activities to do in support of candidates and issues in the Nov. 5 election. Campaign materials will be available. Like-minded non-members are welcome to attend as guests. Visit ormondbeachdems.org.
Palm Coast Concert Series
When: 6-8 p.m.
Where: The Stage, 1500 Central Ave., Palm Coast
Details: See the U.S. Navy’s band “Pride” play top 40/pop music. Free event. Bring lawn chairs and/or towels for seating.
Friday, Oct. 18
Ormond Beach Senior Games
When: 12 p.m. on Oct. 18, through Oct. 26
Where: Various locations in Ormond Beach and Daytona Beach
Details: The Ormond Beach Senior Games is a week of competitions for athletes ages 50 and over. Now in its 40th year, the Ormond Beach Senior Games Opening Ceremony will be held on Friday, Oct. 18 at the Ormond Beach Senior Center. The games are open to everyone of 50 years old or older. They include the following sports: tennis, swimming, track and field, basketball, bowling pickleball, shuffleboard, golf powerlifting and table tennis.
City Lites Motown & Mo
When: 7 p.m. on Oct. 18, 5 p.m. on Oct. 19
Where: 5500 State Road 100, Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center, Palm Coast
Details: Motown & Mo is performing “Taking A Trip Down Memory Lane” for its the 26th annual musical performance hosted by City Lites Inc. The group will perform music from the genres soul, disco, motown and more.
Purchase tickets by calling 386-437-7547. Hurry before tickets are sold out. Friday still has some availability and Saturday is almost completely booked. Tickets are $30.
Saturday, Oct. 19
The Italian Festival
When: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19; and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20
Where: Flagler County Fairgrounds, 150 Sawgrass Road, Bunnell
Details: There will be food booths, entertainment, music, dancing, cooking demos, an Italian car show, spaghetti eating contest, children’s activity center, grape stomp competition, artisans, crafters, art show, “Dunk-a-Dignitary” and more. Free admission. Parking is $1 per vehicle and goes to the youth group collecting at the gate. For more information, email [email protected].
Cruisin’ the Hill car show
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Holly Hill City Hall, 1065 Ridgewood Avenue, Daytona Beach
Details: Attend the eighth annual 2024 Cruisin’ the Hill Car Show at Holly Hill City Hall. Vehicle entry fee is $10. Free admission for spectators. There will be awards, live music, a 50/50 raffle and food. All proceeds benefit Holly Hill School and UBIC Academy for teacher and student supplies.
Art in the Park
When: 10 a.m. to noon
Where: Palm Coast Community Center, 305 Palm Coast Parkway, Palm Coast
Details: Join Vincent’s Clubhouse for its Art in the Park program hosted by Allie Langan and Erica Mendes. All ages welcome. The October activity will be the decoration of Christmas ornaments for the organization’s holiday tree at the library. All supplies and refreshments provided. Tickets cost $10.
Watercolor workshop — Bibi Gromling
When: 1-4 p.m.
Where: Ocean Art Gallery, 197 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach
Details: Learn to paint in watercolor with artist Bibi Gromling. Class costs $75. All supplies are included. No drawing required. Class is limited to six students. Call 386-317-9400 to reserve your seat.
Monday, Oct. 21
Dinner Church
When: 6-7 p.m.
Where: Tomoka United Methodist Church, 1000 Old Tomoka Road, Ormond Beach
Details: Attend dinner church at Tomoka United Methodist Church, held first and third Monday nights. Email [email protected].
Friday, Nov. 1
33rd Walk Around Florida
When: Friday, Nov. 1 to Sunday, Nov. 3
Where: Central Park at Town Center, 975 Central Ave., Palm Coast
Details: Take part in four walks, a bike and a swim in the Palm Coast area, sponsored by Happy Wanderers, Mid-Florida Milers and the Suncoast Sandpipers, members of the American Volkssport Association. Celebrate Florida nature in this weekend of events. Visit happywanderersfl.org.
Craft Extravaganza
When: Friday, Nov. 1, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 2, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: 1524 S. Central Ave., Flagler Beach, Flagler Woman’s Club clubhouse
Details: The Flagler Woman’s Club is hosting a Craft Extravaganza event which will feature a bake sale, raffle and handmade Christmas items, including home décor, gifts, clothing, accessories, holiday decorations and more. The proceeds will benefit local charities, scholarships and organizations. Entry is free. A lunch will be held from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. For more information call Penny at 386-447-0399.
Saturday, Nov. 16
The Chiles Academy’s annual homecoming carnival
When: 12-4 p.m.
Where: The Chiles Academy, 868 George W. Engram Blvd., Daytona Beach
Details: RESCHEDULED. The Pilot Club of the Halifax Area will be teaching all about brain safety at The Chiles Academy’s homecoming carnival. There will be puppet shows, music, games, a bounce house, pony rides, plus free bicycle helmet fittings and giveaways. Free event.
This event was originally scheduled for Oct. 19 but has been rescheduled to Nov. 16.
Ongoing
Maze Dayz 2024
When: 5-10 p.m. Fridays; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturdays; and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sundays, Oct. 4 to Nov. 3
Where: Cowart Ranch and Farms, 8185 State Route 100, Bunnell
Details: Cowart Ranch and Farms’ annual Maze Dayz are back. Get lost in the farm’s maze, enjoy a pumpkin patch and hayrides, buy local produce and participate in fun activities. Tickets cost $15. Children 2 and under are free. Visit MazeDays.com.
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.
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 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.
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: “Tide Pools: Exploring Coastal Communities” ; “Audubon’s Birds of Florida” ; and “Visions of Florida: The Photographic Art of Clyde Butcher.”
Registration for art classes, workshops
When: Times vary, most classes and workshops begin in October.
Where: Art League of Daytona Beach, 433 South Palmetto Ave., Daytona Beach
Details: Register for fall classes and workshops at the Art League of Daytona Beach. Visit www.artleague.org or phone 386-947-7103. Workshops and classes vary in start time and duration.