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⭐ Celebrating 75 Years, More Wedding Bells, Paying It Forward
Issue #606
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29 Jun
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IMPORTANT CORRECTION: Yesterday’s story on Christmas in July incorrectly stated the date and time of the event. The event takes place on Saturday, July 19, from 10am to 5pm, not July 20 as reported. Sorry for the confusion!
⭐ Celebrating 75 Years, More Wedding Bells, Paying It Forward
Carolyn & Robert “Bud” Gerard: Courtesy Photo
💍 75 Years of Love: Ormond Couple Bud and Carolyn’s Enduring Bond
Ormond-by-the-Sea residents Robert "Bud" and Carolyn Gerard recently hit a rare and heartwarming milestone: their 75th wedding anniversary. Married on June 17, 1950, this Ohio-born couple now calls sunny Florida home, where they continue to inspire with their unwavering devotion.
Their love story began with a blind date at Bud’s senior class picnic in 1947. Three years later, they tied the knot and went on to build a life rich with love, family, and community. Bud served in the Army and retired as a postmaster, while Carolyn, an educator with a master’s degree, dedicated her career to teaching in Wilmington, Ohio.
Now, decades and adventures later, the Gerards enjoy time with their two daughters, four grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. They're active members of Grace Lutheran Church and still cherish their shared passion for travel. As their family put it: “They have shared a life of love for each other, their family, their church and their love of travel.”
Source: Ormond Observer
💐 Wedding Bells and Grace: Church Marries Eight Couples for Free
Transitioning from lifelong love to new beginnings, Tomoka Christian Church celebrated its 10th annual free wedding event by marrying eight couples, including some with stories straight from the heart. The event, hosted on June 20, covered everything from flowers to food — with the help of generous local vendors and 75 enthusiastic volunteers.
Among the couples was Nancy Mehler and George White, who had been together for 25 years but never officially wed. After learning about the event at a Sunday service, they decided to say "I do" in the eyes of God — and in front of loved ones from as far as Maryland and Massachusetts. The ceremony, Mehler said, made her feel “special” again.
Director Christina Moore, who launched the event a decade ago after a life-changing napkin note, shared how this tradition offers grace and dignity to all, no matter their circumstances. From brides in T-shirts to Cinderella gowns, each love story is celebrated equally. Over 150 couples have been married through this effort, which Moore calls “a beautiful way to love people.”
Source: Ormond Observer
🚗 Paying It Forward: A Nurse's Selfless Gift
Rounding out this week’s feel-good trio is a story of everyday heroism. Trainet Kauffman, a patient care technician at AdventHealth Palm Coast, was struggling without a car after hers was totaled. With a son requiring medical care and no reliable way to commute, her situation grew more urgent by the day.
Enter Kirsten Uveges, a fellow nurse with a heart as big as her skillset. She and her husband had a spare vehicle — a gift from her father — and chose to give it to Kauffman, no payment required. “Sometimes the answer to someone’s prayer is sitting right in your driveway,” said Uveges.
For Kauffman, it wasn’t just a car; it was a lifeline. It meant easier commutes, fewer logistical nightmares, and the ability to focus on her patients and son. The gesture reflects a team culture of compassion, where coworkers step up without hesitation. “No strings attached. Just kindness,” Kauffman said.
Source: Daytona News-Journal
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Sun Jun 29
Event: 🧘♀️Floating Sound Bath, 7 AM
Seabridge Riverfront Park, 3570 John Anderson Dr, Ormond Beach
Immerse yourself in healing vibrations while floating in water for a unique meditative experience.Event: 🎶Sunday Afternoon with Driven, 1 – 5 PM
Saints & Sinners Pub, 1635 US-1, Ormond Beach
Enjoy an afternoon of live music and fun with the band Driven.Event: 🧘♂️Sunday Semi-Private: FG/KO, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond Beach
Focused football training session combining field goals and kick-offs for youth athletes.Event: 🍽️"What's the Point?" - Speaker and Dinner, 11:30 PM
1079 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach
An enlightening evening featuring an inspirational speaker and dinner.Event: 🦞Cousins Maine Lobster at Holly Hill: Drunken Duck, 1 – 6 PM
Drunken Duck Brewing Company, 101 2nd St Unit 401, Holly Hill
Enjoy fresh lobster dishes served up by the famous food truck at your favorite local brewery.Event: 📚Book Signing with Author Kimberly Lipsky Weidman, Time not specified
Fern & Fable Books, 51 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach
Meet the author and get your copy signed in a cozy bookshop setting.
Mon Jun 30
Event: 🎨Create, Cook & Code: A Week of Storytelling, 12:00 AM
1089 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL
An engaging, multi-day camp experience combining creativity, culinary fun, and coding for kids.Event: 🍺Monday is Growler Refill Day, 11 AM – 8 PM
Kava Kula Kava Bar & Lounge, 142 E Granada Blvd #213/214, Ormond Beach, FL
Bring your growler and enjoy discounted refills all day long.
Tue Jul 1
Event: 🎉Family Bingo, 9:30 – 10:30 PM
1464 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL
Enjoy a lively evening of family-friendly bingo fun!Event: 🎨Watercolor Workshop-Bibi Gromling, 1 – 4 PM
Ocean Art Gallery, 197 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL
Learn watercolor techniques in a workshop led by artist Bibi Gromling.Event: 🦎Painting With Reptiles- homeschool education k-12, 3 – 5 PM
46 Spring Meadows Dr, Ormond Beach, FL
An educational art session combining reptile interaction with painting for homeschoolers.\Event: 👴The Tech Tutor, 10:30 – 11:30 AM
Ormond In The Pines Senior Living, 101 Clyde Morris Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL
Receive help with technology questions in a friendly, senior-focused setting.Event: 🌿Master Gardening Plant Clinic, 10 AM – 12 PM
Ormond Beach Environmental Discovery Center, 601 Division Ave, Ormond Beach, FL
Get expert gardening advice and solutions from Master Gardeners.Event: 🏋️♂️Private Training: 1 Day, 2 – 4 PM
Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond Beach, FL
One-day personal training session to enhance fitness goals.Event: 🎶Stephen Marley, (no time listed)
The Pavilion at Destination Daytona, 1651 US-1, Ormond Beach, FL
Live performance by Stephen Marley—experience his reggae legacy.
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