🌱 March Brings Art In The Park + Water Safety Pop Ups

Good morning, neighbors! Kristen here with a fresh issue of the Dunedin Daily.

First, today's weather:

Partly sunny and warmer. High: 72 Low: 59.

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Here are the top 3 stories today in Dunedin:

1. Art in the Park is coming back to Dunedin on Sunday, March 13 at Pioneer Park. The event will take place from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM and will feature dozens of local artists. Any artists who wish to exhibit their work must be a member of the Creative Artist Guild and have their work approved by the organization's jury. Those interested can find an application and instructions on the guild's website. (Destination Tampa Bay | Creative Artist Guild)
2. Water Safety Pop Up Days are coming to Dunedin in March! The Dunedin Parks & Recreation staff will host the events for kids six months and older. They will provide valuable water safety information and free lifejackets for children while supplies last. View the full article for pop up dates, times, and locations. (Dunedin Patch)
3. Dunedin Parks & Recreation will host Howard's Line Dance Social at the Hale Senior Activity Center on February 21 and the third Monday of every month thereafter. Classes are between 6:30 and 8:30 PM for those ages 50 and older. Dances will begin with some simple instructions taught by Margaret Howard, followed by informal line dancing to country and non-country songs. Beginners and experienced dancers are encouraged to join. Have fun dancing while making new friends! (Dunedin Patch)

Today in Dunedin:

• Identity Theft Seminar at the Hale Senior Activity Center (10:00 AM)
• Dulcimer Club at the Hale Senior Activity Center (1:00 PM)
• Dunedin Toastmasters meeting at the Unity Community Church (7:00 PM)
• Music Bingo at Caledonia Brewing (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Learn some fly casting tips and tricks at Soggy Bottom Brewery on February 16 at 6:00 PM taught by Captain Court Douthit of Recreation Specialist. Attendees may also participate in a friendly competition at 8:00 PM for a chance to win some new swag. (Patch| Recreation Specialist)
• Studio 1212 Art Gallery is hosting an art critique today, February 15, at 10:00 AM. Those interested can bring a few unfinished works to the gallery for a free critique from studio members. This event is open to the public. (Facebook | Studio 1212)
• The City of Dunedin and the 2022 Tampa Bay Ukulele Society is hosting workshops at the Dunedin Public Library for those interested in learning to play the ukulele. Bring a ukulele if you have one or borrow a ukulele from TBUS or the library. Classes are held on Tuesdays at 6:45 PM. To sign up, call the reference desk at 727-298-3080 ext: 1707. (Facebook)

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