🌱 Blue Jays Back-To-School Night + Pride Bowling + Mandala Mug Monday

Hi all! Kristen here with your Saturday edition of the Dunedin Patch newsletter, filled with all the things you need to know about what's going on locally. In this issue, you'll find:

• Back-to-School Night with the Dunedin Blue Jays.
• Mandala Mug Monday at Caledonia Brewing.
• Video of shark sighted playing with dolphins.

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Now, today's weather: A shower and thunderstorm. High: 92 Low: 79.

Here are the top 3 stories in Dunedin today:

1. The Dunedin Blue Jays are hosting Back-to-School Night on Aug. 5 at 5:30 p.m. at TD Ballpark. Kids will get to run the bases, participate in crafts, and enjoy a bounce house. There will also be a scavenger hunt around the park, during which families can follow clues to find prizes. The first 500 kids will also receive a free DJay lunch box! (Dunedin Blue Jays via Facebook)
2. Get your tickets now to Pride Bowling Night at Dunedin Lanes on Aug. 3 at 10 p.m. Admission is $10 and includes unlimited cosmic bowling, shoe rental, and a midnight show starring Jocelyn Summers, Veronica Vixen, and Lady Janet. Guests will have the chance to participate in contests as well for the chance to win exciting prizes. (Dunedin Lanes via Facebook)
3. Caledonia Brewing is hosting Mandala Mug Monday on July 31 between 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. Attendees will learn easy techniques that will help to create a beautiful mandala mug. Tickets include all materials. Craft beers and other beverages will be available for purchase. (Caledonia Brewing via Facebook)

Dunedin Patch Pic of the Day:

Check out this beautiful photo taken by Lisa Belaus along Edgewater Drive!

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Today in Dunedin:

Saturday, July 29

• End of Summer Pool Party at the Fenway Hotel (11 a.m.)
• Christmas in July at the Dunedin American Legion Post 275 (12:30 p.m.)
• Disney's "The Lion King Jr." at Dunedin High School (3 p.m.)
• Brewery Spotlight: Drekker at HOB (4 p.m.)
• Black Tot Day at The KaPakele Rum Bar (6 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Don't forget! Dog adoptions at Pinellas County Animal Services are only $5 during their Dog Days of Summer event. Stop by the shelter in Largo to meet all of the pups in need of homes. (Pinellas County Government via Facebook)
• Drone footage captured by John Yanchoris shows sharks and dolphins playing together in the water surrounding Caladesi Island. Check out the adorable video at the link! (WFLA)
• A recent Dunedin Spotlight video features Ollie The Do Good Dog, a 3-year-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, helping raise money for animal rescues. Along with his dad Michael, Ollie will jet ski from Pittsburgh to Cincinnati in hopes of raising $5 million. Be sure to check out the video and check out their fundraiser. (City of Dunedin via Facebook)
• Join the Dunedin Chamber of Commerce at the Beach Babes Salon Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Aug. 1 between 4 and 6 p.m. Stop by the event at 952 Patricia Ave. to help them celebrate! (Dunedin Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday. I'll see you around!