🌱Charcuterie Pop Up + Spill At Coca-Cola Plant + Rec Leaders Needed

Hello, everybody. It's Saturday in Dunedin and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening in our community today. Here goes...

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First, today's weather:

A p.m. t-storm in spots. High: 87 Low: 76.

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Here are the top four stories today in Dunedin:

1. A specialized charcuterie board company is coming to Dunedin! Founded by local resident Britty Murawinski, The Pop Up Picnic Girl is a catering company that specializes in home charcuterie parties. In September it will be setting up live pop up picnics in local parks or indoor spaces, which will be ticketed events open to the public. It’s also working on opening a brick-and-mortar shop in the new Dunedin Fix food hall that is scheduled to open in the fall on the corner of Broadway and Skinner Boulevard. People will be able to order specialized charcuterie boards from The Pop Up Picnic Girl and other similar vendors. (Tampa Bay Newspapers)
2. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection is investigating a spill of 300 gallons of apple juice that took place on August 1 at the Coca-Cola bottling plant in Dunedin. According to a spokesperson for DEP, the spill may have killed bass, bluegill, and tilapia fish in a retention pond at the 27-acre facility. The agency is analyzing water samples to determine if the juice raised acid levels enough that it would be deadly to wildlife. The apple juice spilled from a ruptured tote bladder while it was being unloaded from a truck and drained into the pond. A large number of fish were later reported dead on August 3. (Tampa Bay Newspapers)
3. The Dunedin Parks & Recreation Department is hiring recreation leaders for its Before & After School Programs at Dunedin, Garrison-Jones and San Jose Elementary Schools. The position offers a part-time schedule ideal for high school and college students 18 years and older. They're looking for applicants who can assume a leadership role, enjoy working with children, are enthusiastic, and have high energy. Learn more about the position and how to apply at the link. (Dunedin Patch)
4. Dunedin Parks & Recreation is offering a "Create & Take" program for kids ages seven to 12 between 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. at the MLK Jr. Recreation Center. The program will encourage your child's inner artist to shine through unique and creative projects for them to take home each week. No artistic experience is needed! Register your child now to participate in any of the following activities: Lava and Painted Rocks on September 13, Frightful Mosaics on October 18, and Festive Fall Pumpkins on November 15. (Dunedin Patch)

Dunedin Pic of the Day:

Thank you Eric Manley for submitting this lovely beach photo!

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Today in Dunedin:

• August Beach Cleanup at the Dunedin Causeway (8 a.m.)
• Dunedin Downtown Market in the Dunedin History Museum Parking Lot (9 a.m.)

From my notebook:

• Is your teenager interested in a career in law enforcement? Several spots are still available at the Pinellas County Sheriff's Teen Citizens Academy. The academy is designed for teens between 14 and 18 years old and takes place on three consecutive Saturdays starting on October 15. Participants will receive hands-on experience as well as instruction on the defensive tactics patrol deputies are taught, the wide world of forensics, and firearms proficiency. Click the link to learn more about the program and how to apply. (Pinellas County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
• Check out a live stream of the City of Dunedin Pipe Band's performance overseas! The band will perform at 6:30 a.m. and 9:50 a.m. local time. Click the link to check out the live stream! (City of Dunedin Pipe Band via Facebook | Live Stream)
• Meet Joy, the nine-year-old pup available for adoption through Pinellas County Animal Services. According to Joy's foster mom, Joy is "everything good in the world! ... When you are in a million directions, she coaxes you on the couch for snuggles! The healing power of her love is immeasurable!" Learn more about Joy and other pups up for adoption at the Pinellas County Animal Services on their website. (Pinellas County Animal Services via Facebook | Pinellas County Animal Services)
• The Dunedin Chamber of Commerce has kicked off Week #1 of #GetDunedinHealthy! Along with Patty Durell, CEO of Rock Solid Fitness, they're on a mission to improve the health and fitness of 500 people in the Dunedin community. Check their calendar to see upcoming events and how to participate! (Dunedin Chamber of Commerce via Facebook | Event Calendar)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Saturday off right! See you tomorrow morning for another update.