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🎨 Local Artists Shine in ‘Innovations 2025’ at OMAM
Ormond Memorial Art Museum is bursting with creativity as it hosts Innovations 2025, the International Society of Experimental Artists’ (ISEA) 34th annual juried exhibition. Running through November 30, the exhibit showcases 96 boundary-pushing works from global experimental artists who are redefining what it means to make art.
From abstract to realistic, each piece represents innovation in approach, concept, or technique. Central Florida made a strong showing among this year’s award winners, with six local artists honored—two from Ormond Beach. Christine Peloquin of New Smyrna Beach earned a Juror Award for her introspective piece I Am at Peace, while Nancy McElroy of Ormond Beach received an Honorable Mention.
Juror Meghan Martin praised the entries for their diversity and imaginative spirit. “Each work presented elements of innovation, insight, and exploration,” she noted.
Visitors can catch the exhibit daily (except Sundays, which have afternoon hours), with donations accepted in lieu of admission. Veterans and museum members always get in free.
Source: Ormond Observer
🏖️ Volusia County Tackles Coastal Protection in Public Meetings
From colorful canvases to coastal concerns, Volusia County leaders are taking proactive steps to preserve the region’s iconic beaches. The final in a trio of community meetings on coastal protection strategies wraps up next Thursday at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach. These sessions are part of a broader effort to gather feedback and present long-term shoreline solutions.
Funded by a $462,655 grant, the county’s coastal feasibility study is exploring options like seawalls, breakwaters, dune reinforcements, and beach nourishment. Coastal Director Jessica Fentress emphasized the urgency: the area lost over 6.6 million cubic yards of sand to recent storms, including Hurricanes Ian and Nicole, which devastated the coastline and disrupted tourism—a major economic driver responsible for over 31,000 local jobs.
The meetings, which are being recorded and posted on Volusia.org, aim to inform residents and invite input, which will remain open through the end of 2025. County leaders acknowledge the process will take time, but they’re focused on doing it right.
Thursday’s meeting is from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Ocean Center, located at 101 N. Atlantic Avenue in Daytona Beach.Thursday’s meeting is from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Ocean Center, located at 101 N. Atlantic Avenue in Daytona Beach.
Source: MyNews13
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Sat Nov 1
Event: 🎨Behind the Scenes — Art Spotlight, Nov 1 – 29
Art Spotlight,67 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach
A members-only art show offering a peek into the creative process that happens beyond the canvas.Event: 🎸Bar Fly, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Saints & Sinners Pub,1635 U.S. Rte 1, Ormond Beach
Enjoy live music from the band Bar Fly.Event: 🎤Bone Daddy @ Ormond Brewing Co., 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Ormond Brewing Company,301 Division Ave UNIT 15, Ormond Beach
Live music performance by Bone Daddy at the brewery.Event: 🎶Live Music with Mark Chirico, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
beach + vine,1458 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach
Enjoy an evening of wine and live music with local artist Mark Chirico.Sun Nov 2
Event: 🧘Floating Sound Bath, 8:00 AM Seabridge
Riverfront Park,3570 John Anderson Dr, Ormond Beach
Immerse yourself in healing vibrations while floating.Event: 🎨Light Up Seaglass Tree or Succulent Class - 11/2, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
The Salty Mermaid,1546 - 1548 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach
A hands-on craft class to make a glowing seaglass tree or succulent display.Event: 🇺🇸HSFC Annual Veteran event — HSFC, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
1001 U.S. Rte 1,1001 U.S. Rte 1, Ormond Beach
An annual event honoring local veterans.Event: 💃ARGENTINE TANGO - Weekly Group Dance Classes, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Dance-ology Studios,533 N Nova Rd Suite 105, Ormond Beach
Our weekly classes are designed to help you embrace the art of leading and following with precision. Whether you're a beginner or have some tango experience, these classes will help you develop strong fundamentals.Mon Nov 3
Event: 🧑⚕️Medicare Made Easy with Eric Sellick, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Ormond Beach Regional Library,30 S Beach St, Ormond Beach
Join us for a complimentary 50-minute educational workshop designed to help individuals approaching age 65 navigate the complexities of Medicare with confidence.
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