⭐Frozen Frog Opens In OB, New Marriott To Open In August

Issue #954

15 Jun

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🍦 The Frozen Frog Serves Up Community Alongside Sweet Treats

A new ice cream destination is bringing more than just frozen desserts to Ormond Beach. The Frozen Frog, located in Ormond Towne Square on West Granada Boulevard, officially opened its doors with a mission centered on family, faith, and fellowship.

The business is the result of a partnership between mother and daughter Debbie and Kryste Gainey, whose entrepreneurial journey began with a simple snow cone trailer. What started as a small venture eventually grew into a much larger vision after Debbie spotted an empty storefront and imagined an ice cream shop in its place. Although Kryste initially doubted the idea, the pair ultimately turned that vision into reality.

Today, customers can enjoy Hershey’s ice cream flavors, milkshakes, sundaes, shaved ice, and gluten-free options while gathering in a welcoming atmosphere. The shop’s slogan, “Cool Treats. Warm Smiles,” reflects the owners’ desire to create a place where families can slow down, connect, and enjoy time together. Even the business name carries special meaning, as FROG stands for “Fully Rely On God,” a principle the family says guides both their business and their lives.

🏨 New Oceanfront Marriott Hotel Set to Open This Summer

Ormond Beach is preparing to welcome its first newly constructed oceanfront hotel in more than a decade as the new Residence Inn by Marriott moves toward an August opening. Located at 251 South Atlantic Avenue, the five-story property will offer 137 guest rooms, most featuring ocean views and all equipped with full-size kitchens designed for extended stays.

The hotel will include a restaurant, bar, and oceanfront pool, providing both visitors and residents with a new hospitality destination along the beachfront. General Manager Jeremiah Drummond believes the Marriott brand will help elevate Ormond Beach’s appeal while offering accommodations tailored to families and longer-term guests.

Construction is currently ahead of schedule, and the project has already delivered a community benefit through the addition of a new public beach access ramp at Seminole Avenue. City leaders have expressed enthusiasm about the development, noting its potential to support tourism and economic growth. With the finishing touches now underway, the Residence Inn is poised to become one of the city's most significant hospitality investments in recent years and a new landmark along the coastline.

This Day In Florida History

  • 1822 — Jacksonville was founded and named after Andrew Jackson.

  • 1861 — A Civil War-era issue of the St. Augustine Examiner was published in St. Augustine.

  • 1862 — Union gunboats entered the St. Marks River and shelled a Confederate battery near the lighthouse.

  • 1906 — The DeLand Weekly News published its June 15 issue in Volusia County.

  • 1906 — The Weekly True Democrat published its June 15 issue in Tallahassee.

  • 1923 — Frank Toppino, later a notable Key West civic figure, was born in Winter Park.

  • 1950 — Florida’s attorney general issued a formal opinion involving Orange County criminal court procedure.

  • 1955 — The Florida Supreme Court issued decisions in several cases, including Town of Miami Springs v. Scoville.

  • 1972 — St. Petersburg adopted a resolution setting police-officer qualification policy.

  • 1978 — A major USF St. Petersburg campus expansion broke ground at Bayboro Harbor.

  • 1979 — KISS opened its Dynasty Tour at the Lakeland Civic Center.

  • 2006 — Florida approved the law enabling incorporation of Grant-Valkaria.

  • 2009 — Claude “Coach” Woodruff, Central Florida sports and education figure, died.

  • 2011 — Tallahassee recorded its all-time high temperature of 105°F.

  • 2012 — Florida announced the addition of about 20,000 digitized church records to Florida Memory.

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Events for Monday, June 15, 2026

Ormond Beach

  • Event: 🙏Mass in Social Hall, 8:00 AM–9:00 AM
    St. Brendan the Navigator Catholic Church, 1000 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL 32176, Ormond Beach
    A morning Mass held in the social hall at St. Brendan the Navigator Catholic Church.

  • Event: 🧘Sit and Be Fit, Time not listed
    Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S Beach St, Ormond Beach, FL 32174, Ormond Beach
    A library fitness program at the Ormond Beach Regional Library.

  • Event: 🎨Mermaid Summer Camp for Ages 6–11, All Day
    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL 32176, Ormond Beach
    Day 1 of a weeklong children’s art camp at the museum.

Holly Hill

  • Event: 🚴Daytona BMX Open Practice, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM
    Daytona BMX Track, 1666 Strickland Range Road, Holly Hill, FL 32117, Holly Hill
    A $5 open BMX practice session held on Monday evenings.

Daytona Beach

  • Event: 🧘AumShanti Yoga - Living on the Breath, 9:30 AM–10:30 AM
    Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach, 918 N Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32118, Daytona Beach
    An alignment-based yoga class on the Rock Royalty Terrace.

  • Event: 🤱Baby Bunch: AdventHealth Breastfeeding Support Group, 12:30 PM–2:30 PM
    AdventHealth Daytona Beach, 301 Memorial Medical Pkwy, Daytona Beach, FL 32117, Daytona Beach
    A breastfeeding support group for parents and caregivers.

  • Event: ⛵Small-Group Sailing Tour in Daytona Beach, 1:45 PM
    Sailing tour departure point, 721 Ballough Rd, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, Daytona Beach
    A paid small-group sailing tour departing from Ballough Road.

  • Event: 🎲Rock & Roll Bingo, 7:00 PM–10:00 PM
    Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach, 918 N Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32118, Daytona Beach
    A rock-themed bingo night held at Sessions inside the Hard Rock Hotel.

  • Event: 🎤Karaoke at Cristy B’s Comedy Club, 7:00 PM–10:00 PM
    Cristy B’s Comedy Club, 242 S Beach St, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, Daytona Beach
    A free Monday night karaoke event in downtown Daytona Beach.

Events for Tuesday, June 16, 2026

Ormond Beach

  • Event: 💻Digital Survival Part 3: Mobile Scanning and Printing, 2:00 PM–3:15 PM
    Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach, FL 32174
    Learn how to use a mobile device to scan documents and print.

  • Event: 🍝America Celebrates 250th Special – Spaghetti and Meatballs, 4:00 PM–8:00 PM
    Halifax Plantation Golf Club, 3400 Club House Drive, Ormond Beach, FL 32174
    A 250th celebration dining special at Halifax Plantation Golf Club.

  • Event: ⛳Bingo Bango Bongo-Tuesday Golf League, 4:00 PM–8:00 PM
    Halifax Plantation Golf Club, 3400 Club House Drive, Ormond Beach, FL 32174
    Tuesday golf league event at Halifax Plantation Golf Club.

  • Event: 📚Art Book Club, 4:00 PM–5:00 PM
    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 East Granada Boulevard, Ormond Beach, FL 32176
    Discuss Wild Thing: A Life of Paul Gauguin by Sue Prideaux; RSVPs encouraged and refreshments provided.

Ormond-By-The-Sea

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Holly Hill

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Daytona Beach

  • Event: 🍳Summer BreakSpot: Dine-in Breakfast, 9:00 AM–10:00 AM
    Daytona Beach Regional Library, 105 Jackie Robinson Parkway, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Free sit-down breakfast provided at the library during the listed morning hour.

  • Event: 🧘AumShanti Yoga - Let It Be Flow, 9:30 AM–10:30 AM
    Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach, 918 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32118
    Beginner-friendly Vin/Yin yoga class combining vinyasa flow with restorative yin practice.

  • Event: 🎉Celebrate Summer: America250: Community Day!, 10:30 AM–11:30 AM
    Daytona Beach Regional Library Children’s Auditorium, 105 Jackie Robinson Parkway, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    A summer community program sponsored by the Friends of Daytona Beach Regional Library.

  • Event: 🎲Gametastic: Tabletop Games, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM
    Daytona Beach Regional Library Children’s Auditorium, 105 Jackie Robinson Parkway, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Tabletop game session for children and families at the library.

  • Event: ⚽World Cup Watch Party, Match times vary
    PopStroke Daytona Beach, 1283 Cornerstone Boulevard, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Watch World Cup matches on 40 televisions with match-day food and drink specials.

  • Event: 🎵The Essentials Duo, 7:00 PM–10:00 PM
    Sessions at Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach, 918 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32118
    The Essentials Duo performs favorite hits in Sessions.

  • Event: 🔥Polynesian Fire and Dinner Show Ticket in Daytona Beach, 8:00 PM
    Polynesian Fire, 180 N. Beach St., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Dinner show experience featuring Polynesian Fire in downtown Daytona Beach.

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