🌱 Business Workshop + Pinellas Trail E-Bikes + Get Dunedin Healthy

Hello, neighbors! It's Thursday in Dunedin and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening locally. I'll get right to it...

First, today's weather:

A morning t-storm in the area. High: 88 Low: 78.

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Here are the top three stories today in Dunedin:

1. A free Hub Workshop titled "How to Survive a Recession" will be held today between 5:30 and 7 p.m. The workshop will be led by Michael Gaenzler, a consultant for executives and business owners. Attendees will learn how to work on a balanced approach between navigating the bottom line and initiatives geared towards sales and marketing. Additionally, using special simulation software, the workshop will show the impact of individualized strategies. Those interested can register now online. (Dunedin Chamber of Commerce)
2. Data collected around Pinellas County shows that E-bikes aren't a problem on the Pinellas Trail. Forward Pinellas recently conducted a speed study on the trail that used a combination of counters and 10 hours of field observation with radar at various locations including Dunedin, Palm Harbor, Bay Pines and St. Petersburg. Results showed that the frequency of E-bikes traveling at 20 mph is very low on the trail and amounted to less than 1% of all bicyclists and 5-10% of speeding bicyclists. In total, only 0.5% of bicyclists in Dunedin were speeding. “It’s more of a perception issue,” Commissioner Dave Eggers said, with Dunedin reporting the most conflicts. (Tampa Bay Newspapers)
3. Week three of "Get Dunedin Healthy" kicks off on August 26 offering exercise solutions for those suffering from low back pain. Patty Durell of Rock Solid Fitness will help you learn the basics and provide small achievable goals specific to you. Register online now for the kickoff event on August 26 between noon and 1 p.m. in The Dunedin Chamber of Commerce Boardroom. The $10 fee includes a drink, salad and sandwich for lunch. (Dunedin Chamber of Commerce)

Dunedin Pic of the Day:

Thank you Phil Fisher for submitting this beautiful photo of the sun setting at the Dunedin Marina!

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Today in Dunedin:

• The Dunedin Windlasses Sailing Club (9 a.m.)

From my notebook:

• In honor of Black Cat Appreciation Day on Wednesday, SPCA Tampa Bay shared some ways you can celebrate! First, you can consider adopting a black cat. SPCA Tampa Bay currently has eight! You can also take photos of your black cat at home to share online or stop by a shelter to give a black cat some cuddles. (SPCA Tampa Bay via Facebook | SPCA Tampa Bay)
• Starting next week, you’ll be able to use your mobile phone to pay for parking at most Pinellas County parks and boat ramps using the Flowbird mobile parking app. Learn more about the app at the link. (Pinellas County Government via Facebook | Pinellas County)
• Dunedin Blue Jays are giving locals a chance to win a VIP experience to a Blue Jays game and more great prizes in the Nationwide Pet Dog Dugout Sweepstakes. Check the link to see how to enter! (Dunedin Blue Jays via Facebook | MILB)
• The city of Dunedin reminds residents not to wait and to get ready for hurricanes and severe weather by having an emergency supply kit on hand! The kit should include at least three days of food and water and should be stored in one place that will give you peace of mind if you need to take shelter. Learn more about how to prepare for hurricane season at the link. (City of Dunedin via Facebook | Dunedin Gov)
• Dunedin High School shared a QR code for 9th grade parents interested in joining the School Counseling Remind App. Simply scan this QR code and stay updated with important deadlines and information. (Dunedin High School via Facebook)
• The registration deadline for recreational soccer with Dunedin Stirling Soccer Club is September 15. Check the website for more information. (Dunedin Stirling Soccer Club via Facebook | Dunedin Soccer Club)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll see you soon.