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⭐The History of Turkey Run, A Wetter Week Ahead, What's Open Today

Issue #884

06 Apr

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🚙🚙The Spring Daytona Turkey Run came and went last weekend at Daytona International Speedway, drawing nearly 1,000 cars and thousands of visitors to the infield — but the event's origin story is worth revisiting on a day about second chances. In 1973, Stuart Sarjeant showed up to the Ormond Beach Gaslight Parade with his 1923 Ford hot rod and was turned away at the gate. His four-year-old son cried. Sarjeant went home and decided to build his own show. The first Turkey Run ran in 1974 with 45 cars at a Howard Johnson hotel. By 1989 it had outgrown every venue it tried and landed a partnership at Daytona International Speedway, where the fall edition now draws over 100,000 attendees and ranks as the largest combined car show and swap meet in the country. Since that partnership began, the event has raised more than $21 million for local charities. Sarjeant, now 81, still personally delivers the checks. The 53rd Annual Turkey Run returns November 25–29. More at turkeyrun.com.

🌧️🌧️What's coming Monday and beyond. A strong cold front is tracking toward Central Florida, with rain chances climbing to 60–70% by Monday afternoon and becoming widespread after 2 p.m. The front is expected to stall across the region through midweek, keeping showers and storms in the picture through Thursday. Coastal totals of 2–4 inches are forecast, with some spots potentially seeing 5–7 inches. Rip current danger at the beaches will be high through Thursday or Friday. If low-lying areas near you flood easily, keep an eye on conditions early in the week. The silver lining: the drought could use the drink.

✔️✔️Easter Monday, April 6 — what's open

  • Banks — open, Easter Monday is not a federal holiday

  • Post offices — open, mail delivery continues as normal

  • Florida DMV offices — open

  • Stock market — open, regular hours 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET

  • Florida public schools — open (no statewide holiday)

Sources
"Are banks and the post office open on Easter Monday?" — Daytona News-Journal, April 5, 2026
"Heavy rain expected early this week across Central Florida" — Click Orlando, April 5, 2026
"A legacy that gives back: The 53-year history of Daytona's Turkey Run" — HomeTown News, April 2026

This Day In Florida History

  • 1908 — A major streetcar workers’ strike began in Pensacola, setting off the labor unrest and riots that followed.

  • 1911 — Sanford passed a resolution to absorb Goldsboro, a key step in the controversial consolidation of the two communities.

  • 1914 — U.S. destroyers were moored at the naval station on Fleming Key in Key West, reflecting the importance of the Key West naval base in the pre–World War I era.

  • 1922 — During Daytona Beach speed-week activity, a group was photographed with the Wisconsin Special, the car tied to the next day’s land-speed-record run.

  • 1927 — Webber College was established in Babson Park, one of the earliest business schools in the United States founded specifically for women.

  • 1933 — A Grand Army of the Republic parade took place in St. Cloud, reflecting the city’s strong Civil War veteran roots.

  • 1934 — The Lake Monroe Bridge on U.S. 17 was dedicated between Seminole and Volusia counties.

  • 1934 — Severe soil erosion in the West Florida belt near Allentown was documented by the Florida Forest Service.

  • 1934 — Foresters also documented a 20-year-old longleaf pine still under 18 inches tall near Allentown, illustrating poor growing conditions.

  • 1934 — Another forest record from the same day documented natural slash-pine regeneration in the absence of fire near Allentown.

  • 1960 — During the Tallahassee civil-rights sit-in crisis, Minister James King wrote to Patricia and Priscilla Stephens in Leon County Jail to express support for their activism.

  • 1960 — On the same day, Linda Smith and Sue Kalfir also wrote to the Stephens sisters, reflecting growing support for the Tallahassee movement.

  • 1965 — A Catholic service in Tallahassee was documented, preserving a snapshot of religious life in the capital during the mid-1960s.

  • 1972 — Florida legislators Tom Johnson and Warren Henderson were documented in Tallahassee during the legislative session.

  • 1983 — Governor Bob Graham’s workday jogging routine was documented in Tallahassee as he ran with security captain Casey Cason.

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📅 Monday, April 6, 2026

📍 Ormond Beach

📚 Library & Community

  • eLab Open Assistance

    • Start your work week by getting those tech issues sorted. Drop into the library's eLab for free, one-on-one assistance with basic computer skills, cover letter and resume building, email setup, or navigating job applications.

    • Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    • Location: Ormond Beach Regional Library (LaunchPad, 30 S Beach St)

  • Master Gardener Plant Clinic

    • Bring your spring gardening questions, pest issues, or sickly plant clippings! Volusia County Master Gardeners are on-site to offer free, expert advice to help your garden thrive as the weather warms up.

    • Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

    • Location: Ormond Beach Regional Library (30 S Beach St)

🌿 Parks & Recreation

  • Post-Holiday Park Clean-Up Walk

    • A great way to get outside, enjoy the spring weather, and give back after the holiday weekend. Locals often gather informally for morning walks along the Halifax River or the beach approaches to help pick up any lingering Easter weekend litter.

    • Time: Morning

    • Location: Andy Romano Beachfront Park or Rockefeller Gardens

📍 Holly Hill

🏛️ Civic & Local Government

  • Board of Planning and Appeals Meeting

    • Local city business resumes after the holiday weekend. Residents are welcome to attend this evening's public meeting regarding local planning, development, and zoning appeals.

    • Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

    • Location: Holly Hill City Hall (1065 Ridgewood Ave)

🏓 Active & Leisure

  • Monday Open-Play Pickleball @ Pictona

    • Burn off that remaining Easter candy! The 49-court facility is back to its standard open-play schedule to kick off the week. Drop in for a few games or head inside to the Osprey Room for indoor table games at the "Club Hub."

    • Time: Open daily (typically 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM)

    • Location: Pictona at Holly Hill (1060 Ridgewood Ave)

Daytona Beach

📣 Major Sports & Competitions

  • NCA & NDA Collegiate Cheer and Dance Championship (Kickoff)

    • Heads up, locals—the cheerleaders have arrived! Today marks the start of the massive, multi-day NCA & NDA National Championships. While the main stage competitions peak later in the week, expect to see thousands of collegiate athletes descending on the Bandshell, Ocean Center, and local beaches for practices and team events starting today.

    • Time: Check the NCA/NDA schedule for specific practice and performance times

    • Location: Daytona Beach Bandshell & Ocean Center (101 N Atlantic Ave)

🤸 Community & Fitness

  • Active Classes at the Shores Community Center

    • Get your week moving! The Daytona Beach Shores Community Center has a packed Monday schedule of active events for locals:

      • Intro to Pickleball: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM (Held at McElroy Park)

      • Sittercise: 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM

      • Zumba Gold: 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM

      • Euchre (Card Game): 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM

      • Chair Volleyball: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

    • Location: Shores Community Center (3000 Bellemead Dr)

🎶 Live Music & Nightlife

  • Esh x Schief at the Ocean Deck

    • Wind down your Monday night with a drink on the beach! Jam with this multi-genre electro/acoustic duo covering classic hits and original music at one of Daytona's most iconic beach bars.

    • Time: 9:00 PM – 1:00 AM

    • Location: Ocean Deck Restaurant & Beach Club (127 S Ocean Ave)

📅 Local Events: Tuesday, April 7, 2026

📍 Ormond Beach

🎭 Live Entertainment

  • Piano Men: Generations

    • Get ready to sing along! Experience a fantastic musical tribute to the legendary Billy Joel and Elton John. This high-energy show features two pianos, incredible vocals, and all the classic hits you know and love.

    • Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

    • Location: Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center (399 N. US-1)

    • Tickets: $40 – $60

📍 Holly Hill

🏓 Active & Leisure

  • Tuesday on the Courts @ Pictona

    • Keep your weekly fitness routine going strong! Pictona is open for standard play across its 49 courts. If you prefer to stay out of the afternoon sun, head to the "Club Hub" in the Osprey Room for indoor table games and socializing.

    • Time: Open daily (typically 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM)

    • Location: Pictona at Holly Hill (1060 Ridgewood Ave)

🌮 Local Dining

  • Taco Tuesday at the Duck

    • Support a great local business and treat yourself to dinner! The Drunken Duck Brewing Company frequently hosts local food trucks, and Tuesday evenings are all about grabbing some tacos to pair with their fantastic craft beers on tap.

    • Time: Taproom opens at 4:00 PM

    • Location: Drunken Duck Brewing Company (101 2nd Street, Unit 401)

📍 Daytona Beach

🏛️ Civic & Local Government

  • Daytona Beach City Commission Meeting

    • Standard city business continues this evening. Residents are welcome to attend the City Commission meeting to stay updated on local policies, budgets, and community development.

    • Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

    • Location: Daytona Beach City Hall (301 S Ridgewood Ave)

🤸 Community & Fitness

  • Active Classes at the Shores Community Center

    • The Daytona Beach Shores Community Center has a completely packed schedule today to keep residents moving, socializing, and having fun:

      • Zumba Gold: 8:45 AM

      • Sittercise: 9:00 AM

      • SilverSneakers: 9:30 AM

      • Bridge (Card Game): 11:30 AM

      • Chair Yoga: 4:30 PM

      • Gentle Yoga: 6:00 PM

    • Location: Shores Community Center (3000 Bellemead Dr)

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