⭐ Chuck Spano, Board NDA's, Riverbend Update

Issue #666

28 Aug

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🎶 Remembering Chuck Spano: Ormond’s Rhythm Keeper

If you’ve ever tapped your foot to a drumbeat at the Ormond Beach Celtic Festival, you have Chuck Spano to thank. Spano, who passed away on Aug. 12 at 78, dreamed up the festival 15 years ago and carried it on his shoulders—from booking musicians to playing the bodhrán himself. Friends and colleagues describe him as calm, compassionate, and a man who “never sweated the small stuff.” His love for music brought together clans, vendors, families, and countless musicians into what has become a staple of Ormond’s cultural calendar. Beyond festivals, he was known for his kindness, his unflappable nature, and his devotion to his wife, Pat. As Ormond MainStreet looks ahead, there are plans to dedicate next year’s festival in his honor—ensuring the rhythm he set keeps playing on.

🏫 School Board Dust-Up: NDAs in the Spotlight

From the sounds of drums to the sound of silence—literally. At the Aug. 26 Volusia School Board meeting, a quiet pause followed member Donna Brosemer’s call to rescind non-disclosure agreements signed by about 100 staff. Brosemer argues the NDAs run afoul of Florida’s public records laws, calling them “a naked admission” of hiding information. Superintendent Carmen Balgobin defended the agreements as necessary to protect sensitive district operations, while the board attorney maintained their legality. With dueling opinions (and even a bit of divorce-law analogy), the issue now heads to a future workshop for further debate. It seems the final verdict will take more than one memo.

🚨 Update - Former Teacher Under Investigation at Riverbend

Meanwhile, a much more serious matter has shaken Ormond Beach. Police say Heyward Evans, 48, a former Riverbend Academy teacher and church leader, admitted to groping and kissing three teenage girls 20 years ago. Church elders confronted Evans after spotting allegations on a Reddit forum, and he confessed before being immediately terminated from both school and church leadership roles. The alleged victims, now in their late 30s, have yet to be located, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward. Pastor Jason Karr described informing families with “great heaviness” but emphasized swift reporting and action once the misconduct surfaced. The investigation continues as the community grapples with the disturbing allegations.

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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

Thu Aug 28

  • Event: 🥕 Ormond Beach Farmer's Market, 8 AM – 1 PM
    Ormond Beach City Hall, 22 S Beach St, Ormond Beach, FL
    Shop local produce, baked goods, and artisan items at the weekly community farmers market.

  • Event: 📊 Board of Directors Meeting, 8:30 – 9:30 AM
    Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce, 165 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL
    Monthly Chamber board meeting open to members and guests.

  • Event: 🎨 Little Notes & Narratives, 10:30 AM – 12 PM
    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach
    An engaging session blending storytelling and creative expression.

  • Event: ⚽ Private Training: 1 Day, 10 AM – 12 PM
    Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond Beach, FL
    One-day private athletic training program for youth and adults.

  • Event: ✂️ Ribbon Cutting - Ira & Son Shoe Repair!, 4 – 5 PM
    Ira & Son Shoe Repair, 298 S Nova Rd STE A, Ormond Beach, FL
    Celebrate the grand opening of Ira & Son Shoe Repair with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

  • Event: 🎸 Country Music Night featuring Jordan Redding!, 6 – 9 PM
    Saints & Sinners Pub, 1635 U.S. Rte 1, Ormond Beach, FL
    Enjoy a lively evening of country music performed by Jordan Redding.

  • Event: 🎶 Chuck Morel, 7 – 10 PM
    Grind Gastropub & Kona Tiki Bar, 49 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL
    Live music performance by Chuck Morel at one of Ormond’s favorite venues.

 Fri Aug 29

  • Event: 🎶 BEACHSIDE, 6:30 PM
    Salty D’s Beachside, 790 S Atlantic Ave, Ormond Beach
    Live music and beachside vibes at this fun coastal hangout.

  • Event: 🎸 Bradford Buckley, 6 – 9 PM
    Ormond Garage, 48 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach
    Enjoy great food and live tunes in a stylish, historic venue.

  • Event: 🎤 Javier Perez, 7 – 10 PM
    Grind Gastropub & Kona Tiki Bar, 49 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach
    Chill out with island-style vibes and live acoustic music.

  • Event: 🎶 Big Engine: Saints & Sinners Friday night, 6 – 10 PM
    Saints & Sinners Pub, 1635 U.S. Rte 1, Ormond Beach
    Rock out with Big Engine in this biker-friendly pub.

  • Event: 🎵 SOUNDEVICE @ Kona Tiki Bar, Aug 29 – Aug 30
    Grind Gastropub & Kona Tiki Bar, 49 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach
    Two nights of electrifying live music in a tropical setting.

  • Event: 🏈 Private Training: 1 Day, 10 AM – 12 PM
    Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond Beach
    Sports skill-building session for young athletes.

  • Event: 🎨 Resin Jewelry Class!, 5:30 – 7:30 PM
    The Salty Mermaid, 1546 - 1548 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach
    Craft your own beachy resin jewelry with expert guidance.

  • Event: 🎶 JimmyAli at The Grind on Friday, 9:00 – 11:55 PM
    Grind Gastropub & Kona Tiki Bar, 49 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach
    Late-night music with JimmyAli to keep the weekend vibes alive.

Sat Aug 30

  • Event: 🎉Summer Open House - FREE CLASSES, 6 PM
    443 S Nova Rd, Ormond Beach, FL
    Join us for a night of free classes and community fun!

  • Event: ☕sober café, 7 – 10 PM
    Grind Gastropub & Kona Tiki Bar, 49 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL
    An evening of connection, live music, and sober celebration.

  • Event: 🎶Janet LaVigne, 6 – 9 PM
    Ormond Garage, 48 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL
    Enjoy live music in a vibrant atmosphere.

  • Event: 💎Authentic Gemstone Jewelry Class, 1 – 3 PM
    The Salty Mermaid, 1546 - 1548 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL
    Create your own gemstone jewelry with guidance.

  • Event: 🎨Sea Turtle Pallet Painting Class, 2 – 4 PM
    The Salty Mermaid, 1546 - 1548 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL
    Paint a beautiful sea turtle on wood pallets.

  • Event: 🧘Learning to Love Yourself, 1 – 7 PM
    600 S Nova Rd, Ormond Beach, FL
    A transformative experience focused on self-love and mindfulness.

  • Event: 🏈Uga Vs Marshall Tailgate, 3:00 – 11:59 PM
    Ormond Garage, 48 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL
    Tailgating fun with food, drinks, and football fans.

  • Event: 🌅Break of Dawn Watercolor Painting Class, 11 AM – 1 PM
    The Salty Mermaid, 1546 - 1548 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL
    Learn to paint serene sunrises with watercolors.

  • Event: ⚽Small Group Saturdays-K, 9 – 11 AM
    Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond Beach, FL
    Youth soccer and athletic development activities.

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