🌱 Dogs Banned From Retail Stores + Art Classes Open At DFAC

Hi all, Kristen here. Check out your Wednesday edition of the Dunedin Daily, filled with all the community information you need to know to get through the day!

First, today's weather:

Partly sunny and humid. High: 88 Low: 79.

Here's to the great local businesses who sponsor this newsletter. Check out what they can do for you:

• Looking to sell or buy a luxury property in or near Dunedin? Terri Novitsky at Lauren Michaels Real Estate Partners specializes in luxury homes in our area. Terri works tirelessly on behalf of her clients, and brings concierge-level service, deep market knowledge and innovative marketing strategies to ensure clients get top dollar for their properties. Email Terri at terrinLMREP@gmail.com.

• Dreaming of owning a home in the Sunshine State? You should speak with Brian Conboy at Seacoast National Bank. Brian has over 28 years of experience securing loans for first time homebuyers to downsizing retirees — from lot loans to construction loans, and everything in-between, including pre-approvals. He considers all of his customers family and will help you find the best mortgage program to fit your needs. Visit Brian here today to see if you prequalify, and make your dream home a reality.

• Getting your gutters cleaned and repaired is the homeowner’s equivalent of flossing — you know it’s good for you even if it’s not something you look forward to. Friendly nudge: don’t put it off. One Clean Gutter are local, woman-owned gutter experts who can install new seamless gutters and guards or clean your existing gutters. Daily readers get 10% off — tell them Patch sent you and avoid house cavities! Visit One Clean Gutter today.

Want to see your business featured in this spot? Click here to get started.

Here are the top three stories today in Dunedin:

1. Registration is now open for the summer and fall sessions at the Dunedin Fine Art Center for children, teens and adults. With over 100 classes available, you can choose from traditional art classes, such as drawing, painting, and pottery, or try your hand at digital imaging, jewelry making, metal-working, and more. Classes are available during the day and in the evening. Check out the full schedule of classes for more information on the Dunedin Fine Art Center's website. (Dunedin Patch | DFAC)
2. A workshop on financial planning for small business owners will be held TODAY at The Hub at 5:30 p.m. Attendees will learn practical tips on how to manage your finances, create a budget and plan for the future. The workshop will provide tools that are useful to those just starting out or who have been in business for years. Register on The Hub website to attend. (Dunedin Hub | Dunedin Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
3. The Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners passed a series of updates to its animal ordinance on Tuesday that will ban the opening of new retail stores that sell dogs or cats. Under the new ordinance, existing stores cannot expand their floor space for pet sales and may only relocate if they meet multiple requirements, including reducing the number of kennels on their sales floor. They must also submit a point-of-sale certificate to Pinellas County Animal Services for each pet sold. While Dunedin already has a full ban on the sale of commercially bred dogs and cats, the county-wide transition will help encourage the humane treatment of animals and improve consumer protections. (Newsbreak | WTSP.com)

Today in Dunedin:

• Experienced Line Dancing Class at the Hale Senior Activity Center (10:30 p.m.)
• Financial Planning Workshop at The Hub (6:30 p.m.)
• Affordable Housing Workshop at First Presbyterian Church of Dunedin (7 p.m.)
• Sunset Beach Yoga at Honeymoon Island (7 p.m.)
• Freestyle Hip-Hop Open Mic at Blur Nightclub (9 p.m.)

Groups in Dunedin:

• Dunedin Daytime Dames: "For women in the area that like to stay busy and active, a variety of events will be scheduled with emphasis on our physical, emotional, and social health." Contact Debra at 508-527-3620 or healthmaiden@gmail.com for more information.

Do you run a group or club based in Dunedin? If it's open to new members, email me at Dunedin@Patch.com with a brief description of the group, any relevant links, and contact information that can be shared in a future Dunedin Daily newsletter.

From my notebook:

• In honor of Pride Month, the City of Dunedin Commission, members of the Chamber of Commerce, and community members gathered in a ceremony on Tuesday to raise the Pride flag at Dunedin City Hall. Check out some photos from the ceremony on the city's Facebook page. (City of Dunedin via Facebook)
• On Tuesday, the Board of County Commissioners signed a proclamation officially recognizing June as Pride Month. A proclamation was presented to representatives from St. Pete Pride and Equality Florida Action PAC at the meeting. (Pinellas County Government via Facebook)
• The Honu Monthly Drum Circle will be held on June 12 this month between 6:30 and 9:30 p.m. Bring your drums, congas, duns, flutes and other instruments or simply throw on your dancing shoes. This is both a kid-friendly and dog-friendly event! (The Honu via Facebook)
• If you're looking for ways to freshen up your workout routine, try Glow Yoga at Blur Nightclub on June 9 at 7:00 p.m. Using the club's lighting system and DJ booth, they put a unique spin on traditional yoga to get the blood flowing. Bring your own yoga mat and get there early if you want to get some blacklight-sensitive body art for just $5! Buy tickets to the class online to reserve your spot. (Blur Nightclub via Facebook | Eventbrite)
• Get ready for more drum circle news! The Dunedin Public Library is hosting a Giving Tree Drum Circle in the community rooms on June 13 at 2 p.m. This is a free event designed for all ages. No registration is required. (City of Dunedin via Facebook)
• Reminder: The 2022 Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday will end after June 10. Be sure to stock up on qualifying items before the end of the week to tax advantage of the holiday. The full list of qualifying tax-exempt disaster prep items can be seen online. (Pinellas County Government via Facebook | Florida Revenue)
• Did you know that Pinellas County Government offers assistance to special needs residents during weather emergencies? See if you qualify and how to register in advance on the county's website. (Pinellas County Government via Facebook | Pinellas County)

More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Featured businesses:

• The Tub Guy — (Visit website)
• Tarot Card Readings with Nicole —
• Add your business here

Events:

• Breast Ultrasound Screening Coming Direct to You! (June 9)
• Pinellas County Commissioner Candidate Forum Hosted by Pinellas Federated Republican Women (June 9)
• The Market Marie (JUNE) (June 11)
• Hire A Pro To Clean Up The Yard For Dad (June 19)
• Add your event

For sale:

• Tarot Card Readings and Intuitive Consultations with Nicole! One on One and / or Parties! (Details)
• Add your item

Job listings:

• Executive Administrator / Bookkeeper (Details)
• Add your job listing

You're all caught up for today. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!