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It’s Friday, Palm Coast! In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Winning lottery tickets, a free local artist showcase, and a new waterfront restaurant + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Lottery luck strikes twice: Two Quick Pick tickets bought at Publix in St. Augustine and Lakeland won Fantasy 5 prizes worth about $54,380 and $105,246. Winners have up to 180 days to claim -- see the winning ticket spots.
A milestone music celebration: St. Augustine’s Sing Out Loud will kick off a free Local Artist Showcase over three September weekends, across 17 venues, marking 10 years of the festival, hosted by PNC Bank -- see what’s happening this year.
New waterfront dining spot: The Wharf, a bayfront restaurant, will open in St. Augustine this November at 135 Avenida Menendez on the former Santa Maria site, with menu and opening date still under wraps -- see the Wharf details.
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Big markdowns on makeup made for women over 40: Laura Geller formulates for mature skin specifically. There's even a collection called The Over 40 Edit. The brand is offering new email subscribers up to 65% off, with an extra 22% off layered on top. Your email is all it takes to unlock it — worth a look.*
The bill all retirees should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half -- this free comparison tool makes it easy.* Highlights this week: |
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Quick history pit stop: Need a low-effort, high-payoff brain break? Hernandez Landing Historical Marker is a breezy pull-over that turns a couple minutes into genuine Flagler lore, perfect for a stroll or bike stop, and exactly the kind of neighborhood detail that makes living here feel richer.
Backyard fun, unlocked: PALMCOASTBOUNCE brings the bounce home with clean, professionally set up inflatables and splashy water slides that save you from party-day chaos. They deliver around Flagler and nearby, so if the kids need energy off-ramps this week, consider calling in the fun.
Breathe easier, Flagler: Feeling cooked this week? Salt & Vine Wellness Spa is the local reset button, with an active salt cave for halotherapy, an infrared sauna, oxygen bar, and easygoing facials and massages. Give yourself an hour and leave feeling like your lungs just cleaned house.
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04 — Our recommendations
We got your backA handful of products and services we think are worth a look.
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Home insurance premiums jumped 12% last year alone: That's on top of years of increases that have outpaced inflation. Before you blindly renew with your current insurer, a free comparison tool matches your home with top-rated insurers so you can see quotes side by side, in about two minutes. Some homeowners find hundreds in savings, and if you don't find a better policy, you stay put knowing you checked. *See your options →
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05 — The event calendar Around town this weekendOur favorite events this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🧼 "Clean for a Cause" fundraiser @ Caliber Car Wash (Flagler Beach) | Friday (7/17) at 8:00 AM – Roll through Caliber Car Wash this long weekend, and half your wash goes to Next Chapter Support Services, backing programs for folks with autism and other developmental disabilities. Meet the crew, polish your halo and bumper, and feel smug all week, no extra purchase required.
🚚 Food Truck Friday @ Florida Agricultural Legacy Learning Center, Inc. | Friday (7/17) at 5:00 PM – It’s Food Truck Friday on the farm, with free admission and parking, live music, local trucks, and artisan vendors. Bring the kids, the dog, and your questionable rhythm, because there’s beginner line dancing, a kids zone, and space to debate which truck deserves your loyalty.
🧜 Goddess Retreat Night @ Balance Palm Coast | Friday (7/17) at 6:30 PM – Whether you’re a seasoned siren or just here for the pillows, this women’s retreat dives into ocean-themed bliss: restorative yoga, yoga nidra with heated masks, a sound bath, breathwork, reiki, and a paint night. Small, cozy, Palm Coast mermaid vibes, sweet treats, and blessed quiet.
🚴 Pedal in the Park @ Palm Coast Community Center | Saturday (7/18) at 8:00 AM – Stretch the legs and your sense of direction with a community ride rolling from the Palm Coast Community Center through Linear and Waterfront Parks, the artist formerly known as Tour de Palm Coast. Helmet required, reusable bottle encouraged, light refreshments waiting, Lycra heroics optional.
🚀 Launchpad - Super Mario Galaxy The Movie @ Vincent's Clubhouse Enrichment Center | Saturday (7/18) at 2:00 PM – Give your kid’s inner geek some fuel with Launchpad’s Super Mario Galaxy edition, a low-pressure, inclusive hangout where STEM tinkering, fandom games, and teamwork turn into real conversations. You get a peaceful coffee nearby, they get new friends, confidence, and bragging rights.
🦈 Tropical Shark Week Paint Night on the Patio @ Palm Coast Lanes | Saturday (7/18) at 6:30 PM – The patio is going full Tropical Shark Week with a chill paint night, good tunes, and the kind of sipping that pairs nicely with bold brushstrokes. Think less Jaws, more jaw unclenched, as you paint, sip, dance, and pretend your palm trees are on point.
🐢 Large 18" Resin Sea Turtle Suncatcher Workshop @ City Market Place | Sunday (7/19) at 11:00 AM – Roll up your sleeves at Sherrys Art Studio in Palm Coast, where Sherry guides you through crafting a large 18-inch resin sea turtle suncatcher with paint, fire, ice, glitter, and good humor. All supplies included, small class, then it cures overnight, like the best leftovers. Live music & entertainment:
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
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07 — Palm Coast report Weather forecastToday — High: 87°F — Low: 77°F — Precip: 27%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Mostly sunny. High near 87, with temperatures falling to around 84 in the afternoon. West wind 3 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2am. Partly cloudy. Low around 77, with temperatures rising to around 78 overnight. South wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Tomorrow — High: 87°F — Low: 77°F — Precip: 65%
Showers and thunderstorms likely after 2pm. Mostly sunny. High near 87, with temperatures falling to around 83 in the afternoon. South wind 6 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 77. Chance of precipitation is 70%. This house is wildThis 5-bed, 4.5-bath beachside retreat in Hammock Beach offers 3,658 square feet of relaxed coastal living, plus over 5,200 total square feet. The second floor brings the action with a chef-friendly kitchen, oversized island, big balcony, and guest rooms, while the top-floor primary suite adds ocean sounds and lake views. A saltwater pool and in-law suite seal the deal.
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