⭐ Paws, Elections, Spaceshots

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31 Mar

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🐾 Reminder!! Ormond Beach's Dog-Friendly Shores Up for Vote

Dog lovers in Ormond Beach may soon have a reason to wag their tails. The Volusia County Council is set to vote on Tuesday regarding the permanence of the dog-friendly beach pilot program initiated in November 2023. This 0.6-mile stretch between Milsap Road and Rockefeller Drive has welcomed nearly 13,000 canine visitors without any reported incidents of aggression. While the initiative has garnered significant support, it hasn't been without controversy, sparking petitions both for and against its continuation. A favorable vote would place Ormond Beach alongside other esteemed dog-friendly coastal spots in Florida, much to the delight of local pet owners.​

🏛 Congressional Showdown: Florida's 6th District Heats Up

As the special election for Florida's 6th Congressional District approaches, the political atmosphere is charged. With early voting concluded, turnout stands at a modest 17.5%, leaving candidates Randy Fine (Republican) and Josh Weil (Democrat) with a vast pool of voters to engage before polls close on Tuesday at 7 p.m. Weil, an Orlando public school teacher, has amassed over $10 million in campaign funds, tapping into progressive enthusiasm nationwide. Conversely, Fine, a state senator from Melbourne Beach, has secured endorsements from prominent figures, including President Donald Trump and entrepreneur Elon Musk. Despite Republicans casting 44.6% of early ballots compared to Democrats' 40.6%, the race remains tight, serving as a litmus test for the current administration's influence and the potency of grassroots activism.​

🚀 SpaceX Sets Sights on Monday Launch for Starlink Satellites

Space enthusiasts, mark your calendars! SpaceX is gearing up to launch 28 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. Originally slated for Sunday evening, the liftoff has been rescheduled to Monday, March 31, at 3:32 p.m. ET. This mission marks the 17th flight for the first-stage booster, which has previously supported notable missions including Ax-2, Euclid, and multiple Starlink deployments. Post-launch, the booster is expected to land on the "Just Read the Instructions" droneship stationed in the Atlantic Ocean. Should weather or technical issues arise, backup opportunities are available starting Tuesday, April 1, at 2:24 p.m. ET.​

Source: SpaceX

  • 1492 – Queen Isabella and King Ferdinand of Spain issued the Alhambra Decree, expelling all Jews from Spain.

  • 1889 – The Eiffel Tower officially opened to the public in Paris, France.

  • 1918 – The United States implemented daylight saving time for the first time.

  • 1930 – The cities of Constantinople and Angora were officially renamed to Istanbul and Ankara, respectively.

  • 1931 – An earthquake in Nicaragua destroyed the capital, Managua, killing over 2,000 people.

  • 1943 – The USS Liscome Bay was commissioned during World War II.

  • 1949 – Newfoundland officially became a province of Canada.

  • 1951 – The first UNIVAC I computer was delivered to the U.S. Census Bureau.

  • 1966 – The Soviet Union launched Luna 10, the first spacecraft to orbit the moon.

  • 1968 – U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson announced he would not seek re-election.

  • 1970 – Explorer Danielle Burnett became the first woman to solo climb Mount Cook in New Zealand.

  • 1980 – Jesse Owens was posthumously awarded the Congressional Gold Medal by President Jimmy Carter.

  • 1991 – The Warsaw Pact officially dissolved.

  • 1992 – The USS Missouri, the last active battleship in the U.S. Navy, was decommissioned.

  • 1995 – Singer Selena Quintanilla-Pérez was tragically murdered by her fan club president in Corpus Christi, Texas.

Monday, March 31; 7pm-8pm

A free introductory dance class led by Kristina as she shares the joy of dance that has done so much to enrich her life.
See Website: https://dance-ology.com/

Interested in A.I.?
Ormond Beach Author Pens AI Beginners Guide

Debra Brenneman, an Ormond Beach-based author, brings clarity and warmth to a complex topic in her new book AI for Beginners. Inspired by a casual conversation with her son, Brenneman realized just how deeply artificial intelligence has become embedded in our daily lives—from GPS and Alexa to tools like ChatGPT. Recognizing that many people still feel intimidated by the concept, she set out to write a guide that breaks AI down in a way that's accessible, relatable, and free of technical jargon. With AI for Beginners, Brenneman offers a friendly, approachable introduction to the world of artificial intelligence, helping everyday readers understand what AI is, how it works, and why it matters now more than ever. The book goes on sale on Amazon on April 1.

“If you like the book, please leave me a good review on Amazon”
-Debra Brenneman

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Ormond North Beach Cam at Ormond Lifeguard Station
Ormond South Beach Cam at Cardinal Drive - Not Available
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NOTE: Event information is gathered from online sources without verification. Readers are advised to check with the venue or other sources to confirm info

  • Mon Mar 31

  • Event: Dare to Dance - Free Community Class, 7pm-8pm

    Park Plaza, Suite 105, 533 N. Nova Road, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Open Mic Event, Mar 5 – Apr 4
    Kava Culture Kava Bar, 500 W Granada Blvd Ste 5, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Once Upon a Storytime Series, Mar 11 – Apr 8
    The Casements, 25 Riverside Dr, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Tue Apr 1

  • Event: Master Gardening Plant Clinic, 10 AM – 12 PM
    Ormond Beach Environmental Discovery Center, 601 Division Ave, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: The Tech Tutor, 10:30 – 11:30 AM
    Ormond In The Pines Senior Living, 101 Clyde Morris Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Watercolor Workshop, 1 – 4 PM
    Ocean Art Gallery, 197 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Private Training: 1 Day, 2 – 4 PM
    Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: City Commission Workshop - Public Art, 5:30 PM
    Events Center at Ormond Beach, 1437 US-1 STE C1, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: City Commission Meeting, 7 PM
    Ormond Beach City Hall, 22 S Beach St, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: WWII Militaria Grand Finale Auction, 6 – 10 PM
    Dunn's Attic, 136 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Wed Apr 2

  • Ormond By The Sea Lions Club Meeting, 6:30 PM,
    Alfies Restaurant, 1666 Ocean Shore Blvd., Ormond Beach
    All Are Welcome!  More info at (386) 441-4421

  • Ormond Beach Garden Club Meeting, 9:30am - 12pm  (Sep-May)

    The Casements, 25 Riverside Drive, Ormond Beach

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

  • Event: $5 to Wear Blue (Autism Awareness Month), 8 AM – 3 PM​
    Calvary Christian Academy Preschool, 1681 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach​

  • Event: Mixed Media Night Light or Suncatcher Class, 3 – 5 PM​
    The Salty Mermaid, 1546 - 1548 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach​

  • Event: Private Training: 1 Day, 12 – 2 PM​
    Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond Beach​

  • Event: Dave Mason's Traffic Jam Let It Flow Tour 2025, 8:00 – 11:30 PM​
    Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, 399 US-1, Ormond Beach​

  • Event: Open Mic Event, Mar 5 – Apr 4​
    Kava Culture Kava Bar, 500 W Granada Blvd Ste 5, Ormond Beach​

  • Event: Once Upon a Storytime Series, Mar 11 – Apr 8​
    The Casements, 25 Riverside Dr, 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: SADY Classes, 6 – 8 PM​
    Sica Hall, 1065 Daytona Ave, Holly Hill

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