APRIL 16, 2025 ON THE MOVE WITH PARKS & REC
REGISTRATION OPEN FOR GIRLS FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE The Girl’s Flag Football season is set to kick off at the Derbyshire Complex, 849 Derbyshire Road, for ages 10 to 15. To help players prepare for the season, free clinics will be offered on April 21 and April 23 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. These sessions offer an opportunity for players to improve their skills before the season begins. Registration is open through May 5 for the league, with a $40 fee.
The season will run from May 7 to June 14. For more information or to register, visit www.DaytonaBeach.gov/Activities.
Thank you to our sponsors AdventHealth and Wellness Shoppe.
EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT Dhandre Presley has dedicated over 25 years to the city’s Parks & Rec Department. At the Dickerson Recreation Center, he plays a key role in managing programs, ensuring a safe environment, coordinating staff schedules and supporting the daily flow of activities. Dhandre is committed to making sure programs are accessible, showing the community they’re supported and being there to help individuals when needed. He’s especially passionate about keeping kids and students off the streets and engaged in positive activities. For Dhandre, it’s all about seeing new faces each day—and doing his best to make sure they leave with a smile, staff included. MIDTOWN MUSIC CONCERT SERIES The Midtown Music Concert Series returns to Daisy Stocking Park for the Crab & Seafood Festival Saturday, April 26. Get ready to dance the night away from 7 to 9 p.m. at Daisy Stocking Park with a performance by LA Robinson and the Street Life Band. Enjoy the Crab & Seafood Festival from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Blvd. before and during the concert.
The festival will feature several seafood and non-seafood vendors for attendees to enjoy.
City of Daytona Beach | www.DaytonaBeach.gov | 301 S. Ridgewood Ave., Daytona Beach
DAYTONA BEACH GYMNASTICS BRINGS MEDALS HOME The Daytona Beach Gymnastics Team had a strong performance at the qualifier this month in Orange City. More than 20 competing athletes secured multiple top-three placements in individual events. Additionally, 13 gymnasts placed in the All-Around competition, with six scoring 36.0+ and two achieving 37.0+, advancing to the Elite division, bringing the team’s total Elite competitors to three.
Next up, the team will compete at the AAU Florida State competition here in Daytona Beach at the Ocean Center from May 9 through 11.
YAC EASTER PARTY The Young Adult Club held their annual fun-filled Easter Party this past Friday at the Schnebly Rec Center. The evening included an Easter egg hunt, music from a DJ, lots of dancing, and tasty refreshments.
Thank you for everyone who attended and made it an egg-citing evening!
REGISTRATION STILL OPEN FOR SUMMER CAMP The nine-week program runs from June 2 to Aug. 1 and offers a fun experience for children ages 5 to 16. Camp hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Activities include weekly swim lessons, sports, crafts, reading, computer time and special events. Optional field trips are available for an additional fee. Breakfast and lunch are provided at no cost. Program fees start at $140, and flexible payment options are available.
To register, visit www.DaytonaBeach.gov/Activities or call (386) 671-8337.
The Summer Camp program is sponsored in part by AdventHealth and Wellness Shoppe.
NEW SWIM PROGRAMS OFFERED IN MAY Two new Learn-to-Swim programs are being offered next month -- Baby & Me for ages six months to three years old and swim lessons for teens 11-14. Lessons are offered at the Cypress Aquatic Center. Baby and Me will be offered Saturdays at 11:30 a.m. and the teen program will be offered Wednesdays at 5 p.m.
For times and days for all swim programs, visit DaytonaBeach.gov. To register, visit www.DaytonaBeach.gov/Activities.
Special thanks to our sponsors AdventHealth and Wellness Shoppe!
City of Daytona Beach www.DaytonaBeach.gov 301 S. Ridgewood Ave., Daytona Beach
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