⭐ There's A New Medium In Town

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10 Mar

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Happenings in Ormond Beach & Daytona Beach!

Big things are happening in our community, from new business expansions to acts of generosity that will leave a lasting impact. Let’s dive into what’s new!

First, for those looking to explore the supernatural, psychic medium Michelle Davidson has opened a new studio in Ormond Beach. Davidson offers psychic readings by appointment, as well as mini-reading nights for walk-ins and sound meditation sessions using crystal singing bowls. She also hosts a monthly “Paranormal Parlor,” where guests can discuss personal encounters with spirits and hear about her journey as a psychic. The first session, "Spirit Speaks," is set for March 16 and includes a small psychic cleansing kit. Davidson hopes to help others embrace their spiritual path while learning from past experiences. If you’re curious about tapping into the unknown, check out her website for more details. Source

Speaking of helping others, a group of local students is making life easier for homeowners by tackling household tasks. The To-Do Dudes, a team of hardworking students offering services like yard work, furniture moving, event setup, and tech assistance, have expanded their reach to Daytona Beach. Originally launched in Flagler County in 2020, the company has now completed over 5,000 projects and helped more than 2,000 customers. Beyond lending a hand, the business provides flexible work opportunities for students, allowing them to earn money while keeping up with their studies. If your to-do list is getting out of hand, you can now book the To-Do Dudes in Daytona Beach. To book the To-Do Dudes, visit book.thetododudes.com or call 386-597-0722. Source

While there are plenty of positive stories in the community, there was also a tragic event this past week. Early Sunday morning, a 74-year-old Ormond Beach woman was killed in a head-on collision in Port Orange. The accident, which occurred on Tomoka Farms Road, left two other individuals seriously injured. Authorities are still investigating the cause of the crash, but the incident is a heartbreaking reminder of the importance of road safety. Our thoughts go out to the families affected. Source

On a brighter note, generosity was in the spotlight as Cici and Hyatt Brown were recognized as the inaugural winners of the Daytona Beach News-Journal Impact Awards. Their $150 million donation to the Museum of Arts and Sciences will fund a new main building and an endowment to ensure its long-term success. Their philanthropic efforts have already transformed parts of Daytona Beach, including the stunning Riverfront Esplanade. Their commitment to arts and culture will benefit the community for generations to come, and this well-deserved recognition highlights the power of giving back. See the original story for the many runners-up! Source

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  • 241 BCE – Battle of the Aegates (First Punic War): The Roman Republic defeats Carthage in a decisive naval battle, leading to the end of the First Punic War.

  • 1629 – Charles I of England dissolves Parliament: This marks the beginning of the 11-year period known as the "Personal Rule," where he ruled without Parliament.

  • 1785 – Thomas Jefferson is appointed U.S. Minister to France: He replaces Benjamin Franklin as America's top diplomat in France.

  • 1848 – Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo is ratified: The U.S. Senate ratifies the treaty, officially ending the Mexican-American War and ceding large territories to the U.S.

  • 1862 – First U.S. paper money issued: The U.S. government issues paper currency for the first time in denominations of $5, $10, and $20.

  • 1876 – First successful telephone call: Alexander Graham Bell makes the first phone call to his assistant, Thomas Watson, saying, "Mr. Watson, come here, I want to see you."

  • 1906 – The Bakerloo Line opens in London: A key underground railway line (part of the London Tube) begins operations.

  • 1910 – China ends slavery: The Qing dynasty officially abolishes slavery in China.

  • 1922 – Mahatma Gandhi is arrested: The British colonial authorities arrest Gandhi and charge him with sedition for his role in the Indian independence movement.

  • 1945 – Firebombing of Tokyo: U.S. forces carry out a devastating firebombing raid on Tokyo during World War II, killing an estimated 100,000 people.

  • 1952 – Fulgencio Batista seizes power in Cuba: The Cuban military leader stages a coup, marking the beginning of his dictatorship.

  • 1969 – James Earl Ray pleads guilty to assassinating Martin Luther King Jr.: He is sentenced to 99 years in prison.

  • 1977 – Rings of Uranus are discovered: Astronomers detect rings around Uranus, making it the second planet (after Saturn) known to have a ring system.

  • 2000 – The Dot-com bubble begins to burst: The NASDAQ reaches a peak before experiencing a massive crash in the coming months.

  • 2023 – Silicon Valley Bank collapses: The largest U.S. bank failure since the 2008 financial crisis, triggering concerns in the global banking sector.

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CITIZENS FOR ORMOND BEACH MEMBERSHIP DRIVE

Wednesday, March 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

If you are new to the area or are not yet familiar with our work we warmly invite you to join us at one of our meetings. Citizens for Ormond Beach (CFOB) is a long established nonprofit, nonpartisan, organization dedicated to communicating important issues to the citizens of Ormond Beach. We also value your input and encourage anyone to share their ideas and feedback membership is only $25 a year per family and we meet on the second Wednesday of every month at 5:30 PM at the Ormond Beach library

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 Mon Mar 10

  • Event: Mosquito Control Awareness class, 10 AM
    Ormond Beach Environmental Discovery Center, 601 Division Ave, Ormond Beach

  • Event: OBCS Cadet meeting, Mar 10 – Mar 11
    760 Airport Rd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Monday Karaoke at Grind Gastropub, 6 – 10 PM
    Grind Gastropub & Kona Tiki Bar, 49 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Elementary Spiritual Emphasis — Calvary Christian, Mar 10 – Mar 14
    Calvary Christian Academy Athletic Department, 1681 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Peer Cafe Meeting – Hybrid, 2:Event: Watercolor Workshop - Stewart Jones, 10 AM – 1 PM
    Ocean Art Gallery, 197 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Semi-Private Training (1-day Session), 2 – 4 PM
    Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Esh x Schief: 31 Supper Club, 5 – 9 PM
    31 Supper Club, 31 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Clayton Sturgeon, 6 – 10 PM
    Grind Gastropub & Kona Tiki Bar, 49 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Vinyasa Flow, 6 – 7 PM
    Sol Wellness Yoga Studio, 725 S Nova Rd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Government Affairs Committee, 8 – 9 PM
    165 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Bold Ladies in Business - Volusia Chapter, 6 – 8 PM
    Fletcher's Brewery, 745 Ridgewood Ave, Holly Hill

  • Event: Online Auction, All Day
    354 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Elementary Spiritual Emphasis — Calvary Christian Academy, All Day (March 10 – March 14)
    Calvary Christian Academy Preschool, 1681 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Open Bezel Jewelry Class by Janie, All Day (February 21 – March 21)
    The Salty Mermaid, 1546 - 1548 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Watercolor Workshop with Artist Bibi Gromling, All Day (Mar 4 – Mar 15)
    Ocean Art Gallery, 197 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

    Tue Mar 11

  • Event: Watercolor Workshop - Stewart Jones, 10 AM – 1 PM
    Ocean Art Gallery, 197 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Semi-Private Training (1-day Session), 2 – 4 PM
    Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Esh x Schief: 31 Supper Club, 5 – 9 PM
    31 Supper Club, 31 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Clayton Sturgeon, 6 – 10 PM
    Grind Gastropub & Kona Tiki Bar, 49 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Vinyasa Flow, 6 – 7 PM
    Sol Wellness Yoga Studio, 725 S Nova Rd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Government Affairs Committee, 8 – 9 PM
    165 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Bold Ladies in Business - Volusia Chapter, 6 – 8 PM
    Fletcher's Brewery, 745 Ridgewood Ave, Holly Hill

  • Event: Online Auction, All Day
    354 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Elementary Spiritual Emphasis — Calvary Christian Academy, All Day (March 10 – March 14)
    Calvary Christian Academy Preschool, 1681 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Open Bezel Jewelry Class by Janie, All Day (February 21 – March 21)
    The Salty Mermaid, 1546 - 1548 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Watercolor Workshop with Artist Bibi Gromling, All Day (Mar 4 – Mar 15)
    Ocean Art Gallery, 197 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

    Wed Mar 12

  • AARP Chapter 1057, 10 am, at
    Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Ormond Beach, 57 N Halifax Dr, Ormond Beach

    AARP Chapters offer opportunities to connect with other AARP members. Join to meet new people, give back and have fun! Activities can include meals, outings, and community service as a major priority.

  • Event: Spring Bird Walks with Joan Tague, 8 AM
    Ormond Beach Environmental Discovery Center, 601 Division Ave, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Site Plan Review Committee, 9 AM
    10X Ormond Beach Apartments, 600 Crowne Commerce Ct, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Learn to bake traditional Italian pastries, 10 AM – 2 PM
    The Casements, 25 Riverside Dr, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Free Landscape Design Lecture & Plant Sale, 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
    Anderson-Price Memorial Building, 42 N Beach St, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Networking Group 2, 12 – 1 PM
    Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce, 165 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Gardening Florida Style, 10:30 AM – 12 PM
    Ormond Beach Environmental Discovery Center, 601 Division Ave, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Leisure Services Advisory Board Meeting, 5:30 PM
    Ormond Beach Performing Arts, 399 US-1, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Florida State Poets Assoc, Tomoka Poets Meeting, 5 PM
    30 S Beach St, Ormond Beach

  • Event: City Commission Goal Setting Workshop, 8 PM
    22 S Beach St, Ormond Beach

  • Event: WEST COAST SWING - Weekly Group Classes in Ormond Beach, 6 – 9 PM
    Dance-ology Studios, 533 N Nova Rd Suite 105, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Chris Gug Underwater Photography Exhibit, March 12 – March 13
    Ocean Art Gallery, 197 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Wednesday is BINGO Night at Kava Kula, 8 – 10 PM
    Kava Kula Kava Bar & Lounge, 142 E Granada Blvd #213/214, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Wednesday Karaoke at the OB with HARRYOKE!, 6:30 – 10:30 PM
    Ormond Beach Sports Corner Bar and Grill, 709 S Nova Rd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Semi-Private Training (1-day Session 2 PM – 4 PM)
    Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Elementary Spiritual Emphasis, Calvary , Mar10 – Mar14
    Calvary Christian Academy Preschool, 1681 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Open Bezel Jewelry Class by Janie, February 21 – March 21
    The Salty Mermaid, 1546 - 1548 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Open Mic Event, March 5 – April 4
    Kava Culture Kava Bar, 500 W Granada Blvd Ste 5, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Open Mic Event, February 24 – March 26
    HyderHead Brewery Inc., 142 W Georgia Ave, Ormond Beach

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