Trafficking awareness night
Helpers of People Enslaved (HOPE) will host an awareness night 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 17, at Trinity United Methodist, 306 W. Wisconsin Ave., DeLand. Jan Edwards will show a docfilm she produced about trafficking titled "Trapped in Trade." For information, call 386-747-4026.
Senator Hukill to honor civil rights leaders
State Senator Dorothy Hukill and Representative Patrick Henry will honor civil rights leaders Harry Tyson and Harriette Vyda Simms Moore 6:30 p.m. Monday, May 14, at 240 S. Clara Ave., DeLand. During the 2018 Legislative Session, Senator Hukill filed Senate Resolution 1934 and Representative Henry filed HR 8057 which recognizes December 15, 2018, as “Harry Tyson Moore and Harriette Vyda Simms Moore Day” in Florida. For information, call 386-316-9033.
DeBary Hall hosts historic walking tour
Take a free, guided walking tour from DeBary Hall Historic Site, 198 Sunrise Blvd., to Gemini Springs Park beginning at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 16. Tour guides will explain the area’s history including the town’s namesake, the Native Americans who inhabited the region, and the development of Gemini Springs Park. Walkers will also learn about the area’s many plant, animal and fish species. The walk is three miles long and will include several stops along the way. Participants are encouraged to wear sunscreen and bring bottled water. Reservations are required; contact Tracy Mestre at 386-668-3840 or tmestre@volusia.org.
Happy Wanderers 5K walk
The Happy Wanderers walking club will meet 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 16, at 135 Riverside Drive, Holly Hill for a 5K fun walk. For information, visit happywanderersfl.org or call 386-256-2160.
Lilian Place winedown
Lilian Place will host a winedown from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 16, at 1000 S. Peninsula Drive, Daytona Beach. Local reenactor and educator Joe Vetter will present "The Real McCoys." Cost is $5 for member, $10 for non-members. Specialty dishes will be available. For information, call 386-256-4810.
Poets Society to meet
The Live Poets Society of Daytona Beach will meet 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 16, at Daytona Beach Regional Library, 105 E. Magnolia Ave. Bring original poems to share during workshops. All types of poets are welcome. For information, call 386-506-9930.
Republicans to meet
Registered Republicans will meet noon Wednesday, May 16, at the Halifax River Yacht Club, 331 S. Beach St., Daytona Beach. Lunch is $20 with a reservation. Non-members who would like to join must call 386-308-0073.
Archaeologist to discuss NSB origins
Archaeologist Rebecca Harris will discuss the research she and her team are doing to uncover the history of New Smyrna Beach during a free program at 2 p.m. Thursday, May 17, at the New Smyrna Beach Regional Library, 1001 S. Dixie Freeway. Harris is the executive director and founder of the Smyrnea Archaeological Research Institute, which was formed in 2017. For information, call the library at 386-424-2910, option 4.
Older Americans month event
In recognition of Older Americans month the Goodwill Job Connection Centers and the NCBA Senior Community Service Employment Program will host "Engage at Every Age" from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, May 17, at 1600 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand. For information, call 386-265-0970.
Lake Helen library plans tea party
Adults can create a scented tea bag sachet during an afternoon tea party at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 16, at the Lake Helen Public Library, 221 N. Euclid Ave. Staff will provide supplies and serve hot tea. Advance registration is required; call 386-228-1152.
Genealogical Society to meet
The Volusia Genealogical Society will meet 6 p.m. Thursday, May 17, at the Daytona Regional Library, 105 E. Magnolia Ave., Daytona Beach. The speaker will be Bill Meister, president of the Flagler County Genealogical Society. For information, call 386-444-8076.
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