Weekend: Cloudy but cooler as the weekend progresses, with highs in the lower 80s Friday, the mid-80s Saturday, and the 70s Sunday, with nights in the 60s the first two nights, then the upper 50s Sunday night. Details here.
Today’s document from the National Archives and the Astronomy Picture of the Day.
Today’s tides: at the beaches, at the Intracoastal Waterway.
Drought Index: 299
The OED’s Word of the Day: a-tittup, adv..
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“The circumstances in the valley, and many of the missions his platoon was ordered to perform, caused him to wonder what the Army was thinking. In an outpost with a purpose that felt poorly conceived, Soto reduced the mission to its most basic rationale. We’re here because we’re here. If nothing else, the soldiers could fight for one another. That was something worth fighting for, and with a tangible purpose and a defined end.”
–From C.J. Chivers’s “The Fighters” (2018).
Previously:
Note: all government meetings noticed below are free and open to the public unless otherwise indicated. Many can be heard or seen live through each agency’s website.
The Sheriff’s daily incident reports and jail bookings are posted here.
In Court Friday: A jury trial enters its fifth day in the case of Jonathan Canales, who faces an attempted first-degree murder charge. He is accused of shooting his now-29-year-old ex-girlfriend in the neck in their Mondex trailer four years ago as the victim’s three children slept nearby. Canales has pleaded innocence, claiming Tiffany Norman shot herself. The trial begins with jury selection before Circuit Judge Terence Perkins in Courtroom 401 at 9 a.m. at the Flagler County courthouse. Assistant State Attorney Melissa Clark is prosecuting the case, Garry Wood is defending Canales. Layers are expected to present closing arguments late this morning or in early afternoon. The jury would deliberate afterward. See background here. (2014CF000956)
Free For All Fridays on WNZF: Host David Ayres welcomes Helga van Eckert, the county’s economic development director, to talk about the latest scores, tourism director Matt Dunn on the effects of Hurricane Michael on the local tourism industry, Kathy Catron of the St. Johns County tourism bureau, and Palm Coast Mayor Milissa Holland.
Friday: Lunch N’ Lecture Series sponsored by Florida Hospital Flagler 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Palm Coast Community Center, 305 Palm Coast Pkwy. NE. This month: “The Search for Amelia Earhart” with Dr. Leo Murphy. The lecture and lunch are free, but pre-registration is required (while space available) by 11 a.m. Oct. 17: www.parksandrec.fun/seniors. More info: 386-986-2323.
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: “The Rocky Horror Show,” directed by John Sbordone, at City Repertory Theatre, Friday at 7:30 p.m., two shows Saturday, at 7:30 p.m. and 11:30 p.m., and Sunday at 3 p.m. Performances at CRT’s venue in City Market Place at 160 Cypress Point Parkway, Suite B207, Palm Coast. Tickets are $25 adults and $15 students. For more information or tickets, call the CRT box office at 386-585-9415 or easily book online here. See a preview here.
Friday, Saturday: Holler-Ween-Fest at the Florida Agricultural Museum, 7900 Old Kings Rd., Palm Coast, 6:30 to 11 p.m., with a pumpkin patch, boo bash bounce house, story time, a bonfire, all sorts of games and treats and more, adults $15, kids ages 4-12, $10, and kids under 4, free. For information, call 386/447-4663 or 446-7630.
Friday, Saturday: Fields of Fear at Cowart Ranch and Farms, 8185 W. Highway 100, Bunnell, 7 to 11 p.m.
Friday: Stetson University Symphonic Band, Douglas Phillips, conductor, 7:30 p.m. Lee Chapel in Elizabeth Hall, 421 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand. Call 386-822-8950. Admission: $10 adults, $5 youth and students and free for ages 12 and under. Tickets are available at the door or at www.stetson.edu/music-tickets.
Saturday: NAACP Freedom Fund Awards Luncheon: Chaired by new member Marian Howell the award will showcase the annual event from 1 to 5 p.m. at the African American Cultural Society, 4422 U.S. 1 North, Palm Coast. The Honorable Dawn P. Fields, Seventh Judicial Circuit Judge, will be the speaker. In addition, the luncheon will provide a terrific meal, music – possibly dancing – and a cash bar. The cost is $50 per person. Tickets may be purchased from any of the following Executive Committee members: Linda Sharpe Matthews, Barbara Goss, Ernest Voyard, the Rev. Sims Jones, Donald Matthews, Carol Gaines, Jeroline McCarthy, Holsey Moorman, Sonia White, John White, Marian Howell, Blanche Valentine, William McCloud, Eric Josey, Orlando Johnson, Phyllis Pearson, and Marian Irvin-Reddin. To expedite purchasing your tickets, call 386-627-1249.
Saturday: Crabbing Basics: making it Delicious, keeping it Sustainable: The tidal salt marsh of our park is home to the Atlantic Blue Crab, a popular seafood and keystone species of the local ecosystem. Learn to catch these tasty crustaceans in a one hour hands-on program, appropriate for adults and families. We will be meeting on the west side of the park. This program is free with park admission! Call the Ranger Station at (386) 517-2086 for more information. From 10 to 11 a.m. at Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area At Flagler Beach, 3100 South Oceanshore Blvd., Flagler Beach.
Saturday: University Women of Flagler Workshop: “Beauty really is Skin Deep!” presented by Sharon Parziale, RN. This workshop with Sharon Parziale will give you a better understanding about how maintaining good health leads to better health decisions. This class is a foundational study about skin, its function, and the simple steps to maintaining it. The objective is to empower decisions based in knowledge. This presentation reviews basic skin physiology, introduces the holistic perspective of skin through the language of both Jin Shin Jyutsu (Japanese acupressure) and Ayurveda, and then discusses home care for naturally beautiful skin without the purchase of costly “beauty” products. Noon, at the Hilton Garden Inn, 55 Town Center Blvd, Palm Coast, admission fee is $10 (to be donated to the Scholarship Fund). Friends, family and the entire community are invited to attend. Come join us for an educational and fun afternoon. Reserve your spot by sending an email to Donna Daly Boggs (and pay at the door).
Saturday: American Red Cross Babysitting Class, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at Frieda Zamba Swimming Pool, 339 Parkview Drive, Palm Coast. This class will prepare and teach teens the fundamentals of babysitting in a 6.5-hour course. Participants will receive a handbook, reference guide and CD, and a two-year certification. $50/person with pre-registration required at www.parksandrec.fun/teens. More info: 386-986-4741.
Saturday, Sunday: 7th Annual Maze Days at Cowart Ranch and Farms, 8185 W. Highway 100 Bunnell, with a corn maze, barrel train, farm animals, a country store, a pumpkin patch and pony rides, $10 admission, children 3 and under free.
Saturday: Stetson Opera Theatre: An Evening of Opera and Musical Theater, Russell Franks, director. Join us for an evening of opera and musical theater, featuring selections from The Tales of Hoffmann, Kismet, Into the Woods, Hairspray, Sister Act and The Light in the Piazza. Saturday at 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 3 p.m. McMahan Hall 421 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand, 386-822-8950. Admission: $10 adults, $5 youth and students and free for ages 12 and under. Tickets are available at the door or at www.stetson.edu/music-tickets.
Sunday: The Jazz Sunday Rendezvous with singer Linda Cole, 12:30 p.m. at Cue Note Billiard Room, 169 Cypress Pointe Pkwy, Ste C114, Palm Coast, $5 cover charge. Full bar and select lunch menu. The Jazz Sunday Rendezvous is every Sunday except the last Sunday of every month. Contact Linda Cole by email, [email protected]
Sunday, Monday: Sea Ray Boats, the one-time big employer off Colbert lane in Palm Coast that closed its doors in August, is holding a two-day sale of sport yachts, yacht parts and accessories at the old Sea Ray plant, Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Monday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact [email protected] for questions and click here to see what’s on sale. Cash and credit cards accepted. All sales are final. The buyer must make all logistical arrangements to transport whatever is bought.
Sunday: Stetson Percussion Ensemble, Dan Johnson, director. A riveting musical tour de force featuring the Stetson University Percussion Studio. 1 p.m. Lee Chapel in Elizabeth Hall 421 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand, 386-822-8950. Free.
Sunday: Stetson Brass Ensembles: The concert will feature the Brass Choir, directed by David Schmidt performing the famous Sonata pian e’ forte by Giovanni Gabrieli. The Horn Ensemble, directed by Kathy Thomas will perform Eric Ewazen’s Legend of Sleeping Bear. The Trombone Ensemble, also directed by David Schmidt will play a beautiful sound piece by Joe Buono titled Eclipse. Also performing will be the Trumpet Ensemble, directed by Tom Macklin and the Tuba/Euphonium Ensemble, directed by Ryan Sorenson. 7:30 p.m. Lee Chapel in Elizabeth Hall 421 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand. 386-822-8950. Free.
Blood Donations: The Big Red Bus will be at the following locations this week (schedule your donation by going to the website and entering a Palm Coast zip code, then locating one of the venues below):
- Friday: Rue & Ziffra, 4879 Palm Coast Parkway, #1, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Saturday: Epic Theaters, 1185 Central Avenue, Palm Coast, 1 to 6 p.m.
Jail Bookings and Last 24 Hours' Incidents in Flagler, Palm Coast, Flagler Beach, Bunnell
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In Florida and in State Government:
Note: Some proceedings below can be followed live on the Florida Channel. Most legislative proceedings can be followed through the Senate or House websites.
FPL DEAL ON TABLE: The state Public Service Commission will hold a hearing on a proposed deal in which Florida Power & Light would buy Vero Beach’s city-run utility and charge FPL rates to Vero Beach customers. The Public Service Commission on June 5 gave approvals needed for the deal, which FPL said at the time it hoped to close Oct. 1. But challenges emerged, spurring regulators to hold the hearing. (Thursday, 9 a.m., Betty Easley Conference Center, 4075 Esplanade Way, Tallahassee.)
PAROLE CASES ON ISSUE: The Florida Commission on Offender Review will meet in Lake County. (Thursday, 9 a.m., Minneola City Hall, 800 U.S. 27, Minneola.)
SUPREME COURT RELEASES OPINIONS: The Florida Supreme Court is expected to release its regular weekly opinions. (Thursday, 11 a.m.)
—-Compiled by the News Service of Florida and FlaglerLive
In Coming Days in Palm Coast, Flagler and the Occasional Beyond:
To include your event in this section, please fill out this form. Apr 13 Tue Apr 13 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am Apr 13 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Apr 13 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm Apr 14 Wed Apr 14 @ 8:45 am – 10:00 am
Apr 14 @ 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
Apr 14 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Apr 14 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm Paws to Read at the Flagler County Public Library 2500 Palm Coast Pkwy NW, Palm Coast, in the Children’s Department. The Flagler County Public Library in partnership with the Flagler Humane Society offer the opportunity for kids ages 4-8 to read to a real dog. Every Wednesday from 4 to 5:30 p.m. First Come – First Serve. Contact: Alyssa Gilbert or Theresa Ten Eyck at 386-446-6763 or email: [email protected] Apr 14 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Code Enforcement Board members are Joy Allen, Delories Hall, Kenneth Gordon, Julie Auiar and Stephen Woodin Sr. Apr 15 Thu Apr 15 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am The Widow, Widower’s Support Group meets at 10 a.m. at the Palm Coast Community Center, 305 Palm Coast Pkwy. NE. Have you suffered the loss of your significant other? This is a chance to meet others who have had a similar loss in their life. Free but please register at www.parksandrec.fun/seniors. More info: 386-986-2323.
Apr 15 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Apr 16 Fri
Apr 17 Sat Apr 17 @ 8:30 am – 10:00 am
Frequently Asked Questions
Apr 17 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Apr 18 Sun Apr 18 @ 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm Apr 18 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
At the time DC-117 was established in 2005, it was designated as “St. Augustine” as the city is a central point on the First Coast. However, our meetings are held in Palm Coast and our members attend from a wide area ~ Jacksonville to New Smyrna Beach and west to Gainesville. Our Chapter, founded by Bill Shoemaker and Hanneke Jevons, started with a number of colored pencil enthusiasts and their desire to share and nurture their love of colored pencil as a fine art. Anyone who is interested is welcomed at our meetings – no experience necessary! Many people get started in this medium after going to one meeting or show. They are fascinated with the vast possibilities of colored pencil. Our Chapter also sponsors workshops with nationally-known artists to help us learn new techniques and refine our skills. We welcome all interested artists to attend a meeting where we share our talents and colored pencil art information. Apr 18 @ 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Apr 19 Mon Apr 19 @ 7:00 am – 9:00 pm
For Palm Coast Alateen Sereniteen and Al-Anon meetings, go here. For help with alcoholism or if you think you have a problem with alcohol you can contact the Flagler County Helpline at 386-445-help (386-445-4357). SAMHSA’s (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration) National Helpline 1-800-662-HELP (4357) is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders. The referral service is free of charge. If you have no insurance or are underinsured, SAMHSA will refer you to your state office, which is responsible for state-funded treatment programs. SAMHSA can often refer you to facilities that charge on a sliding fee scale or accept Medicare or Medicaid. If you have health insurance, you are encouraged to contact your insurer for a list of participating health care providers and facilities. Apr 19 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am Apr 19 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Contact the commissioners by email:
Apr 19 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm The Nar-Anon Family Group for those affected by someone else’s addiction meets at 6 p.m. at St Mark by the Sea Lutheran Church, 303 Palm Coast Pkwy. There are no dues or fees. The only requirement for membership is that there be a problem of addiction in a relative or friend. We’re never affiliated with any other organization or outside entity. Do you need Nar-Anon? Ask yourself these questions. Addiction is a family disease. It affects the relationships of those close to the addict: parents, spouses, siblings, children, longtime friends, and employers. If someone’s addiction is affecting you, first you must help yourself. Nar-Anon is a twelve step support group for families and friends of addicts. There are no dues or fees to join. Just come to a meeting. You will hear others, who are going through similar problems, talk about how they cope and find recovery. Watch the video: Palm Coast Alateen Sereniteen and Al-Anon meetings: Alateen, part of Al-Anon Family Groups, is for teens bothered by someone else’s drinking. The group meets at 8 p.m. every Monday at Advent Health, 60 Memorial Medical Parkway, Palm Coast, at the south entrance, in meeting room D. Al-Anon meets at the same time. For more information about Alateen or Al-Anon, call toll free 1-888-4AL-ANON, or visit www.al-anon.org. Note: All Alateen meetings are only open to teenagers who have been affected by another person’s drinking. For AA and NA meetings in Palm Coast, Flagler Beach and Bunnell, go here. Apr 20 Tue Apr 20 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
The school board’s full agenda is accessible here. See previous board meeting videos here. The School Board members and their email addresses: Apr 20 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Apr 20 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm Food Truck Tuesdays, 5-8 p.m. at Central Park in Town Center, 975 Central Ave, Palm Coast. Purchase and enjoy delicious cuisine available from food trucks situated along Park Street next to Central Park. Free entertainment is also provided. Proceeds from each Food Truck Tuesday benefit a local organization whose work supports children and families. This month’s beneficiary: Palm Coast Arts Foundation. More info: www.palmcoast.gov.com/foodtruck or call 386-986-2323. Apr 20 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Planning Board members are Thea Mathen, chair, Jerry Jones, Howard Kane, Carl Lilavois, Shannon Strickland and Tonya Gordon. Apr 20 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Apr 21 Wed Apr 21 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am
Apr 21 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am
The council is a collection of government representatives and tourism-related business representatives, appointed by the county commission to oversee the nearly $3 million in revenue generated by the county’s 5 percent sales surtax on hotel, motel, short-term rentals and other short-term lodging in the county. The budget is divided three ways between capital projects that enhance the local tourism experience, beach protection, and promotion and marketing of tourism events, including grants to local and national cultural, non-profit and for-profit organizations that put on events attractive to visitors. See budget figures here. Council members are County Commissioner Greg Hansen, chairman, Flagler Beach Commissioner Eric Cooley, Palm Coast Mayor Milissa Holland, Stephen Baker, Ryan Crabb, Marc Richardson, Pamela Walker, John Lulgjuraj, and Felicia Robinson Cook. See agendas here. Apr 21 @ 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
Apr 21 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm Paws to Read at the Flagler County Public Library 2500 Palm Coast Pkwy NW, Palm Coast, in the Children’s Department. The Flagler County Public Library in partnership with the Flagler Humane Society offer the opportunity for kids ages 4-8 to read to a real dog. Every Wednesday from 4 to 5:30 p.m. First Come – First Serve. Contact: Alyssa Gilbert or Theresa Ten Eyck at 386-446-6763 or email: [email protected] Apr 21 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
The board approves or denies applications of Flagler County authorized contractor licenses and enforces the provisions of the Code in regulation of Class I, Class II, and local specialty and unlicensed contracting. The board hears appeals of decisions and interpretations of the building official and the licensing administrator, including determinations of unsafe building, and issues orders necessary to bring a violation into compliance. The board usually consists of 10 members elected to four-year terms, but some seats aren’t always filled. The current board consist of Luis Medeiros, William Dudley, Jr., William Sink, James Wingo, Glenn Torre, Howard Edgin, and Jill Snyder. See agendas here. Apr 21 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Apr 22 Thu Apr 22 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am The Widow, Widower’s Support Group meets at 10 a.m. at the Palm Coast Community Center, 305 Palm Coast Pkwy. NE. Have you suffered the loss of your significant other? This is a chance to meet others who have had a similar loss in their life. Free but please register at www.parksandrec.fun/seniors. More info: 386-986-2323.
Apr 22 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Apr 22 @ 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Mayor, City Commissioners and City Manager emails: Apr 23 Fri
Apr 23 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am The Scenic A1A PRIDE Committee meets at 9 a.m. at the Hammock Community Center, 79 Mala Compra Rd. off A1A in the Hammock. Friends of A1A Scenic & Historic Coastal Byway is a non-profit organization. Its mission is to preserve, protect, promote and enhance the outstanding resources of the 72-mile A1A corridor through northeast Florida’s coastal counties of Flagler and St. Johns. The organization is composed of volunteer citizens who collaborate with municipalities, government agencies and other civic groups to improve facilities, amenities and promote interpretive stories about the area’s intrinsic resources including nature, culture, recreation, archaeology, scenery, and history.To subscribe to A1A’s emails, go here. Apr 25 Sun Apr 25 @ 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm Apr 26 Mon Apr 26 @ 7:00 am – 9:00 pm
For Palm Coast Alateen Sereniteen and Al-Anon meetings, go here. For help with alcoholism or if you think you have a problem with alcohol you can contact the Flagler County Helpline at 386-445-help (386-445-4357). SAMHSA’s (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration) National Helpline 1-800-662-HELP (4357) is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders. The referral service is free of charge. If you have no insurance or are underinsured, SAMHSA will refer you to your state office, which is responsible for state-funded treatment programs. SAMHSA can often refer you to facilities that charge on a sliding fee scale or accept Medicare or Medicaid. If you have health insurance, you are encouraged to contact your insurer for a list of participating health care providers and facilities. Apr 26 @ 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Apr 26 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm The Nar-Anon Family Group for those affected by someone else’s addiction meets at 6 p.m. at St Mark by the Sea Lutheran Church, 303 Palm Coast Pkwy. There are no dues or fees. The only requirement for membership is that there be a problem of addiction in a relative or friend. We’re never affiliated with any other organization or outside entity. Do you need Nar-Anon? Ask yourself these questions. Addiction is a family disease. It affects the relationships of those close to the addict: parents, spouses, siblings, children, longtime friends, and employers. If someone’s addiction is affecting you, first you must help yourself. Nar-Anon is a twelve step support group for families and friends of addicts. There are no dues or fees to join. Just come to a meeting. You will hear others, who are going through similar problems, talk about how they cope and find recovery. Watch the video:
 Palm Coast Alateen Sereniteen and Al-Anon meetings: Alateen, part of Al-Anon Family Groups, is for teens bothered by someone else’s drinking. The group meets at 8 p.m. every Monday at Advent Health, 60 Memorial Medical Parkway, Palm Coast, at the south entrance, in meeting room D. Al-Anon meets at the same time. For more information about Alateen or Al-Anon, call toll free 1-888-4AL-ANON, or visit www.al-anon.org. Note: All Alateen meetings are only open to teenagers who have been affected by another person’s drinking. For AA and NA meetings in Palm Coast, Flagler Beach and Bunnell, go here. Subscribe |
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Palm Coast Construction and Development Progress Reports
Here’s a summary of the latest city developments as of Oct. 11, 2018, with a link to the full week in review here.
Road and Interstate Construction:
Cultural Coda
Beethoven: Symphony No. 7, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Iván Fischer, cond.
Previous Codas:
- Beethoven Concerto for Violin and Orchestra, Hilary Hahn, violin
- Händel: Keyboard Suite HWV 428, Daria van den Bercken, piano
- Aznavour: Full Concert from the Palais des Congrès de Paris, 1996
- Hilary Hahn Plays Brahms’s Violin Concerto, Cond. Paavo Jarvi
- Hilary Hahn Plays the Presto from Bach’s Violin Sonata Nr. 1
- LP: Lost On You
- Final Fantasy X: To Zanarkand
- 2 Cellos: Thunderstruck
- Igor Stravinsky : Le Sacre du Printemps, Orchestre philharmonique de Radio France, Mikko Franck
- Giuseppe Tartini: Violin concerto in D minor
- Víkingur Ólafsson: Philip Glass, Étude No. 5
- Ignaz Brüll: Sonata for Pianoforte, op. 73, 1st Mvt.
- Mozart: Clarinet Concerto in A major, K.622, Iceland Symphony Orchestra
- Couperin, Second Concert from ‘Concerts Royaux’
- Covering the New Wars: A Conversation with C.J. Chivers
- Erroll Garner: Where or When (1962)
- Joaquín Rodrigo’s Concierto de Aranjuez, Performed by Pepe Romero
- Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade, Vienna Philharmonic (Salzburg Festival 2005)
- Barenboim & Argerich : Mozart Sonata for Two Pianos, K.448
