🌱 DFAC Teacher Promoted + Go Green Initiative + 80s Rock Night

Hello all! Kristen here with your fresh copy of the Dunedin Patch newsletter. Keep reading to find out all the most important things happening in town these days, including updates on...

• A Tartan Sale happening this weekend.
• The new Dunedin Go Green Initiative happening downtown.
• An upcoming 80s Rock Night at Woodwright Brewing Company.

But first, today's weather: Partly sunny and humid. High: 85 Low: 74.

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Here are the top 3 stories in Dunedin today:

1. Meet Todd Still, who has been encouraging students to create art at the Dunedin Fine Art Center for more than 25 years. He has worked hard to provide fun and exciting ways for kids to express their creativity and was recently rewarded with a promotion to vice president of programming. In an interview with FOX 13, he shared how far the program has come since he first started working for the DFAC. "You always have to think out of the box," Still explained. "Creating and what you learn from going through that process of problem-solving and with art you can apply to the world around you." The DFAC offers summer art camps for children between four and 14 years old. You can learn more about their camps here. (FOX 13 Tampa)
2. Several Dunedin restaurants are teaming up to participate in the Dunedin Go Green Initiative by replacing plastic and Styrofoam with bio-degradable paper products. Crown & Bull is one of more than a dozen restaurants participating in the initiative. Some of their environmentally friendly products include recycled cardboard, compostable plastic, and paper straws. Casa Tina and The Honu are also working hard to go green and will eventually be recognized with green stickers, so it'll be clear which restaurants are eco-friendly. The goal is to get more restaurants and businesses on board. (ABC Action News Tampa Bay)
3. Woodwright Brewing Company is hosting 80s Rock Night on May 20 between 7:30 and 11 p.m. Stop by to enjoy some classic 80s rock music and a wide variety of craft beers. There's no cover for this event, and red leather pants are optional. (Woodbright Brewing Company via Facebook)

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Check out this picture of a monarch ready to emerge taken by Denise McAleer!

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Today in Dunedin:

• Young Entrepreneur Market at North Dunedin Baptist Church (10 a.m.)
• Fairy Hair at Roxie K. Boutique (10:30 a.m.)
• Mexican Fiesta Luncheon at the Hale Senior Activity Center (noon)
• Mangos Attacks Beer Release at Cueni Brewing Co. (3 p.m.)
• Suicide Loss Support Group at the Dunedin Community Center (6:30 p.m.)
• Bonsai & Brews at Caledonia Brewing (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• The City of Dunedin congratulates firefighters and paramedics Philip Gandolfo and Chad Denison on their recent promotions to lieutenant! A photo can be seen at the link. Anyone interested in joining the Dunedin Fire Rescue team can apply here. (City of Dunedin via Facebook)
• The City of Dunedin Parks & Recreation Department is looking for a new chorus director to lead the Dunedin Community Chorus, made up of 70 members. The position pays $25 per hour and requires up to 250 hours per season. Email your resume to atrueblood@dunedinfl.net to apply. (City of Dunedin via Facebook)
• The Scottish American Society of Dunedin is holding a Tartan Sale on May 20 and 21 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. They're offering discounts on Tartan sashes, kilts, jewelry, glassware, and more! (Scottish American Society via Facebook)
• HOB is hosting another Greyhound Meet and Greet event on May 21 between noon and 2 p.m. Stop by to meet some beautiful pups up for adoption while enjoying a drink from the bar. (Gold Coast Greyhound Adoptions via Facebook)

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• Gong Sound Immersion (May 17)
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• LEADS Mardi Gras Masquerade Brunch Fundraiser (May 20)
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• Breast Ultrasound Screening Coming Direct to You! (May 22)
• Social Security Seminar on May 22nd and 25th at Oldsmar Public Library (May 22)
• Understanding Social Security - Free Online Course (May 24)
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Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow with another update.