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Hey Palm Coast, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Celtic music and heritage festival, Florida Museum of Black History bill, and 5th annual CFP car show + lots of fun things to do for free.

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📰 In the news

Honoring end of life choices: Flagler County Commissioner Kim Carney launched a File of Life initiative to help Palm Coast residents document Do Not Resuscitate wishes, with DNRO forms from Flagler County Fire Rescue paramedics — read the full story.

From kilts to cabers: A short drive from Palm Coast, St. Augustine’s Celtic Music and Heritage Festival will take place March 14-15 with touring Celtic bands, Highland Games, and over 50 artisans and vendors — get all the festival details.

Governance and funding update: The Florida Senate passed a bill to advance the Florida Museum of Black History in St. Augustine, creating a board to oversee construction as a companion bill is weighed — see what’s in the bill.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Highlights this week:

• Enjoy corned beef, green beer, live fiddle
• Taste wine, beer and charcuterie pairings
• Join free Voice Fit for Parkinson’s

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Stacked and satisfying: When midday hunger hits, Dominic’s Deli & Eatery delivers generously piled sandwiches (hello, Dirty Bird), hot-off-the-press paninis, and legit soups, all fast, fresh, and family-run. A dependable, no-fuss lunch spot you’ll keep on repeat, with flavors that punch above their weight and service that keeps pace.

Where the river chills: Need a reset? Waterfront Park delivers breezy Intracoastal views, a fishing pier, a playground, and trails that plug into the city network. Watch for manatees and dolphins gliding by as you wander, snack, or simply sit, breathe, and let the water slow you down.

Imagination pit stop: Whether you need a last-minute birthday save or rainy-day rescue, ToyTopia delivers open-ended toys, puzzles, and games, plus a play-friendly vibe where kids can try things out while you breathe. Locally owned, with friendly play experts who make choosing the one refreshingly easy.

Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

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📆 Free events worth checking out

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🚴 Spinergy Sessions @ Kava Kula | Friday (3/13) at 8:00 AM – At Kava Kula’s Palm Coast spot, Spinergy Sessions is a laid-back flow jam where you move, play, and remember you still have hips. Free, or donate if you feel classy, day props only. Bring hoops, poi, silk fans, juggling gear, and all levels welcome.

🎉 Palm Coast Town Center Grand Opening @ Space Coast Credit Union – Palm Coast Town Center (Flagler Beach) | Friday (3/13) at 9:00 AM – Palm Coast Town Center just scored an SCCU, celebrating with free Toe Beans coffee, Mango Mike’s lunch, and a prize wheel. Throw your name in for a Marineland bundle, annual passes, dolphin meet and greets, and a Tocci-made painting, then meet the money watchdogs.

✂ Die Hard Club (AccuQuilt) @ Cut Up and Sew | Saturday (3/14) at 10:30 AM – Drag that AccuQuilt cutter out of witness protection and join the Die-Hard Club, a free, second-Saturday meetup with project ideas, live demos, and tips. Work the Block of the Month Spool Sampler, share your Sew and Tell, and RSVP your seat via Tickets.

🌱 Plant the Seeds of the Future: Kids Workshop @ Club 51 at Social Club of Palm Coast | Monday (3/16) at 4:00 PM – Palm Coast’s Garden Club is hosting a free, hands-on kids workshop where families plant together, learn the basics, and trade screen time for green time. Powered by The Home Depot and Club 51, register to attend, or email [email protected].

🍀 Parkinson’s Pickleball @ Palm Coast Tennis Center | Tuesday (3/17) at 1:00 PM – If your St. Patrick’s Day deserves more than plastic beads, head to Southern Recreation Center for free, adaptive pickleball for folks living with Parkinson’s. Wear green, all levels welcome, caregivers on the sidelines unless needed, with Halifax Health, Brooks Rehab, and Adaptive Sports backing fun.

🚗 5th Annual CFP Car Show @ Craig Flagler Palms Funeral Home & Flagler Memorial Gardens (Flagler Beach) | Saturday (3/21) at 10:00 AM – If you like shiny cars, classic tunes, and doing some good, roll into the CFP Car Show. Free for lookers, ten bucks to show, with DJ Frank Roberts, prizes, lunch on them, a supply drive for the S.T.U.F.F. Bus, and support for Wreaths Across America.

🤝 Free Community Circle @ Balance Palm Coast | Friday (3/27) at 5:30 PM – Feel like your meals have turned into pit stops? This free community circle slows things down with mindful eating basics, a dash of Ayurveda, and a short meditation. Bring a journal, maybe a favorite healthy recipe, and rediscover dinner as nourishment, not multitasking.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Palm Coast report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 78°F – Low: 66°F – Precip: 11%

Sunny. High near 78, with temperatures falling to around 75 in the afternoon. South wind 2 to 10 mph. Later: Mostly clear. Low around 66, with temperatures rising to around 67 overnight. Southeast wind 6 to 10 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 79°F – Low: 66°F – Precip: 2%

Patchy fog before 8am. Mostly sunny. High near 79, with temperatures falling to around 76 in the afternoon. South wind 5 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy. Low around 66, with temperatures rising to around 67 overnight. South wind 7 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.

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