Join Us for Music in the Park at Plantation Bay

Join Us for Music in the Park at Plantation Bay - music in the park crowd

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This Sunday (April 6th) ICI Homes will host “Music in the Park” at Prestwick Parke in Plantation Bay from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Now in its 10th year, this semiannual event is a resident favorite, and is expected to be attended by more than 300 Plantation Bay residents.

As the name suggests, there will be plenty of live music including jazz, old time rock, and upbeat dance music.

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April Activities & Events at Plantation Bay

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The Easter Bunny brings more than just hard-boiled eggs and candy to residents of Plantation Bay during the month of April.

With spring officially here, golf tournament season is coming down the home stretch with multiple events scheduled to close out the season, including the Mixed Club Championship, the Men’s Member Guest Golf Tournament, and the Children’s Museum Golf Classic.

The month of April will also be bringing us a new schedule of social events, a new lineup of Tuesday night dinner specials, and even a new weekly special at Club de Bonmont.

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2014 Plantation Bay Parade of Homes Entries

2014 Plantation Bay Parade of Homes Entries - Hernando

The 2014 Parade of Homes is upon us, and this year we actually have three Plantation Bay homes entered in the parade.

The parade officially runs March 22 through March 30, and during that time the following homes will be open Monday through Saturday 10-5 p.m. and Sunday 12-5 p.m.

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Best Bars and Pubs in Ormond Beach

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The areas around Plantation Bay and Ormond Beach are filled with great places to relax with an evening cocktail. Some of the best bars and pubs in all of Florida are located right in this area. Many of them are well known by local residents, but there are also some hidden gems that you might not have heard about.

Here are some of the most popular bars and pubs in the Ormond Beach area:

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Day Trip from Plantation Bay: Tomoka State Park

Day Trip from Plantation Bay: Tomoka State Park - tomoka state park

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Located just 15 minutes from Plantation Bay, Tomoka State Park provides local residents with all the natural amenities one would expect from a state park, only this one is right in your own backyard.

The park is a natural peninsula, created by the Tomoka River and the Halifax River. It offers a wide range of amenities, including boating and fishing facilities, camping and picnic facilities, a nature trail, and a museum.

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How Secure Is That Florida Gated Community?

How Secure Is That Florida Gated Community? - plantation bay gate

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One of the most requested features among those searching for new Florida communities is that they be gated.

But there are various types of gated communities in Florida, some more secure than others.

Here’s a look at the different types of gated communities in Florida you may come across in your search, as well as information about each type that will help you pick the one that’s right for you.

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March Activities & Events at Plantation Bay

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The month of February is coming to a close, and the month of March will be here before you know it. That means we are all getting one-step closer to spring! In the spirit of the coming spring, the activities calendar at Plantation Bay is filled with another fantastic assortment of events. Whether you are …

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Cooking Classes at Frappe’s in Ormond Beach

Cooking Classes at Frappe's in Ormond Beach - cooking

One of the great aspects of life in Plantation Bay is all of the exceptional dining options available in nearby Ormond Beach. One option just a quick 15-minute drive away is Frappe’s North. Located on Granada, Frappe’s North is a popular local restaurant that serves “organically groovy” food made from all fresh ingredients. The ever-changing …

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Refer a Friend. Get Rewards.

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“You can choose your friends but you sho’ can’t choose your family” wrote Harper Lee in To Kill a Mockingbird. But did you know that to some extent you can choose your neighbors? It may sound hard to believe but 33% of new home sales in Plantation Bay are the result of a referral from …

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