🌱 Career Exploration Camp + 'The Lion King Jr.' + Be Seagrass Safe

Hello, hello! It's Kristen, your host of the Dunedin Patch newsletter — back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in our community today. Today's issue includes...

• Pinellas County residents are invited to celebrate 727 Day at The Honu.
• Career Exploration helps kids explore careers in various fields.
• The City of Dunedin pledges to be seagrass safe.

But first, today's weather: A t-storm around in the p.m. High: 91 Low: 78.

Here are the top 3 stories in Dunedin today:

1. Kids are enjoying a new summer camp offered by Pinellas County Schools, where they get to explore potential careers in architecture, construction, robotics, and welding. Career Exploration is offered to incoming 6th through 9th graders and offers students the opportunity to try out career paths they maybe never would have even considered. It also introduces middle schoolers to programs they can pursue in high school, as the district offers specialty programs in each of these areas. Read the full article to learn more about the camp and the projects the kids are working on. (Bay News 9)
2. Ovations Dance Academy of Tampa is offering two opportunities to catch performances of Disney's "The Lion King Jr." on July 29 at Dunedin High School. Get your tickets now for the 11 a.m. or the 3 p.m. showing online at the link for just $15. This coming-of-age tale is perfect for the whole family and features many of your favorite songs, including "The Circle of Life," "I Just Can't Wait to be King," and "Hakuna Matata." (Ovations Dance of Tampa)
3. The City of Dunedin recently shared its pledge to be seagrass safe with a new sign posted at the downtown marina. Seagrass offers many benefits to marine life as well as our economy as it provides essential food, habitat, and nursery areas to many fish species, keeping industries like commercial and recreational fishing and nature/wildlife tourism afloat. They also offer nutrients to coral reefs and other sensitive habitats, so the city asks boaters to avoid seagrass beds and utilize navigation channels when on the water. Learn more ways you can help protect seagrass at the link. (City of Dunedin via Facebook)

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Today in Dunedin:

Tuesday, July 25

• Christmas in July at Cueni Brewing Co. (3 p.m.)
• Happy Taps at the Hale Senior Activity Center (3:15 p.m.)
• Minecraft and more games for kids at the Dunedin Public Library (4 p.m.)
• Paint Florida Oranges at HoB Brewing Co. (6:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Dunedin High School shared the news of the passing of their former head baseball coach, Ron Sexton. According to the school's post, Coach Sexton started coaching for them in 2011 as an assistant with the Falcon softball team before he was promoted to head baseball coach in 2013. Under his leadership, the Falcon baseball teams won four district titles, three regional championships, and finished as state runner-up in 2019. (Dunedin High School via Facebook)
• The City of Dunedin is hosting a public "Listening Session" at 6:30 p.m. on July 26 at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall. Details state the event will focus on "our Dunedin brand story to enhance, align and preserve our Dunedin vibe for all who live, work and visit here." (City of Dunedin via Facebook)
• The Honu is hosting 727 Day in celebration of locals on July 27 between 3 and 10 p.m. Simply show them your ID with a Pinellas County address and receive 10 percent off your bill! (The Honu via Facebook)
• Meet Bill, a loving 11-year-old black and white kitty looking for a place to retire. According to SPCA Tampa Bay, Bill loves affection and would make a great cuddle buddy. He also has experience living with other cats and would make a great addition to any feline family. Meet him at the shelter today! (SPCA Tampa Bay via Facebook)
• The KaPakele Rum Bar at The Honu and Florida Rum Society are partnering with Black Tot Royal Navy Rum to Celebrate Black Tot Day on July 29 at 6 p.m. Get your tickets now to enjoy a welcome cocktail, appetizers, merch from Black Tot Ambassadors, and exclusive cocktail and rum menu items. Seats are limited, so make your reservations today! (The Honu via Facebook)

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