🌱 DFAC In 'Facebook Jail' For A Year + Mother's Day Event At Pisces

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Here are the top three stories today in Dunedin:

1. Few locals know the Dunedin Fine Art Center has been in "Facebook Jail" for a year now with no end in sight. Ken Hannon, the arts center's vice president and COO, chronicled the bizarre situation in a recent press release as a desperate attempt to get in contact with a human being at Facebook. So far, Hannon has only received responses from Facebook's AI system. A photo depicting an art piece of a partially nude woman flagged the DFAC Facebook account for violating Facebook's Community Standards, despite being allowed under Part III. Section 14 of Facebook's published standards, which states they "allow photographs of paintings, sculptures, and other art that depicts nude figures.” Share their story to help them gain access to their Facebook account again! (Newsbreak)
2. Did you know that light pollution is a big issue in Pinellas and the Tampa Bay region? It not only wastes energy but also negatively impacts wildlife. Numerous species of plants and animals have evolved to use the moon and celestial lighting to navigate, find food, mate, bloom, and migrate. Artificial lights disrupt these natural cycles and processes. Light pollution and glare from bright, unshielded lights can decrease public safety as well as cause negative human health impacts. Certify your home through the International Dark-Sky Association and learn more on their website. (Facebook | Dark-Sky Association)
3. Looking for something special to do with mom this Mother's Day? Pisces Sushi and Let's Paint and Party are collaborating to host a Paint, Wine & Dine event on May 1 between 5:30 and 8:00 PM. Tickets are $45 each and include a happy hour drink, paint materials, and a guided painting session of a hydrangea. The evening will include breaks to give you time to eat, drink, and mingle! Tickets can be purchased online. (Facebook | Tickets)

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Today in Dunedin:

• Free seminar on Social Security & Disability at the Hale Senior Activity Center (10:00 AM)
• Drop-In Homework Help at the Dunedin Public Library (3:00 PM)
• Dunedin Toastmasters Meeting at the Unity Community Church (7:00 PM)
• Contemporary Book Discussion Group at the Dunedin Public Library (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Honu narrowed down the name of their golf cart to the final top five! They're accepting votes on their Facebook page to help determine the winner. The top names are Hattie, Pearl Driver, Haole, Rum Runner, and Hula Scooda. Vote now and they will announce the final decision early next week. (Facebook)
• GFWC North Pinellas Woman’s Club has partnered with the Rotary Club of Dunedin Florida, Dunedin Public Library, the City of Dunedin, and Literacy Council of Upper Pinellas to provide the Little Free Library to the Dunedin community outside of the MLK Center. They work together to keep it stocked with books on diversity and how to show love, respect, and kindness to all. (Facebook)
• The City of Dunedin put Hale Senior Activity Center volunteer, Didi Martin, in the spotlight for National Volunteer Week. Martin's favorite local activity is to read a book or have a picnic in Weaver Park. (Facebook)
• Did you know if you bring in your own mug, hydro-flask tumbler, cup, etc. to TüKrō Coffeeyou will receive 10 percent off your drink price? It’s a great way to cut the rising costs and an even better way to be more sustainable for our planet! (Facebook | TüKrō Coffee)
• Did you notice an unusual number of pirates and cameras downtown last week? Dunedin locals got the chance to be extras in the movie starring Dean Cain, R.A.D.A.R.: Adventures of the Bionic Dog last week. They spent an afternoon filming a pirate-themed festival in Pioneer Park! If you missed it, Aquarius Home Inspections shared a video of some of the filming online! (Facebook)
• City Arborist, Craig Wilson, is featured in a recent Dunedin Spotlight video where he takes us for a walk around the Gladys Douglas Preserve to discuss the different plants and what is being done with the intrusive species. Click the links to learn how the county is handling invasive plant removal, trash removal, and a floristic plant study. (Facebook | Dunedin Gov)

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