🌱 Award Winning Documentary Showing + National Kids To Parks Day

Happy Saturday, Dunedin! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening around Dunedin this weekend.

First, today's weather:

Heavy t-storms in the p.m. High: 86 Low: 76.

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Here are the top three stories today in Dunedin:

1. A new event has been announced for Dunedin Pride Week! A free showing of the 2010 documentary "Gen Silent" is scheduled for June 14 at 5:30 p.m. in the Hale Senior Activity Center. It will be followed by a group discussion. The award-winning documentary follows the lives of six LGBT seniors living in Boston as they struggle with whether or not they will hide their sexuality in order to survive in the long-term health care system. (Facebook | Dunedin Pride)
2. Today is National Kids To Parks Day, so get outdoors and enjoy Dunedin's city parks! With so many nearby parks and playgrounds to discover, consider spending the day with the kids exploring somewhere new! You can find a full list of Dunedin's parks online. (Dunedin Gov)
3. With Dunedin Pride Week rapidly approaching, the subject of sexual orientation and gender identity or expression may arise more often. Many people avoid these discussions because it feels taboo, or because they’re afraid of saying the wrong thing. To assist you, Dunedin Pride has shared a glossary of terms to ease the conversation. If you feel like you need to brush up on some of your LGBTQ terminologies, be sure to check it out! (Dunedin Pride | Glossary)

Today in Dunedin:

• Hands Across the Sand on the Dunedin Causeway (8 a.m.)
• Shredding Event at Coastal Christian Church (9 a.m.)
• Dunedin Downtown Market in Pioneer Park (9 a.m.)
• Fundraiser to support Dunedin Cares at HOB (noon)

From my notebook:

• ROAD CLOSURE: Causeway Blvd from Gary Cir to Honeymoon Island State Park will be closed on Sunday, May 22, between 6 and 10 a.m. for the Dunedin Rotary Triathlon. The triathlon has been one of Florida's preferred sprint distance triathlons since its launch in 2004. It's held each year in Honeymoon Island State Park. (Dunedin Patch)
• The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office thanks Walmart Neighborhood Market Dunedin for donating $1,000 to Pinellas Safe Harbor. Pinellas Safe Harbor is an emergency homeless shelter and jail-diversion program designed to be a safe haven for people who are homeless and require service to help them get back on their feet. (Facebook)
• Are you committed to conserving water resources and protecting the environment by using Florida-friendly landscaping elements, irrigation systems, or techniques that minimize water waste? Enter the Community Water Wise Awards Program! Sponsored by Tampa Bay Water, the award recognizes individuals and businesses committed to conserving water resources and protecting the environment by implementing the Florida-Friendly Landscaping principles. Entries are being accepted through June 30. (Facebook | Tampa Bay Water Wise)
• Get a behind-the-scenes look at preparations for the upcoming New World Celts Spotlight Whiskey Tasting event on June 11! In an episode of Scotch With Bob & Matt, Matt met with Jason Seibert and Sean Oliver at Flanagan's Irish Pub so they could sample the Scotches for the event. Sean likes to taste what we are drinking to be able to properly pair the food with each whisky. A limited number of tickets are available online for $35 each. (Facebook | Dunedin NWC)

• JC's Dunedin Barber Shop is hiring a friendly and reliable licensed barber. Those interested can apply in person Thursday through Sunday during business hours. (Facebook)
• In honor of International HR Day, the City of Dunedin thanked its HR team for their immense work, dedication, and support to help create a great, and inclusive organization to work in. (Facebook)
• Have you heard of GurglePots? The Great Giftsby shared an oddly satisfying video on Facebook demonstrating the sound these unusual pitchers make! (Facebook)

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Events:

• Hands Across the Sand 2022 Dunedin (May 21)
• Shredding Event (May 21)
• Sip & Shop Event at Gallery on Saturday 21st. (May 21)
• Dunedin Rotary Triathlon (May 22)
• Taxes in Retirement Seminar - 12PM & 6:30PM! (May 26)
• Memorial Day Service (May 30)
• Social Security Seminar on June 2nd & 4th! (June 2)
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You're officially in the loop for today! I'll see you around.