🌱 Meet Jade Soap Shop Owner + Toronto Blue Jays Prospect At 17

Happy Thursday, neighbors! Here's everything happening today in town.

First, today's weather:

Humid; an afternoon t-storm. High: 79 Low: 70.

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Here are the top 3 stories today in Dunedin:

1. Jenny Ho, a soap master and owner of Jade Soap Shop, is featured in a local spotlight article celebrating Women's History Month. Ho started soap making as a hobby but soon found that having control over the ingredients improved the appearance of her skin. When her family and friends saw the results her handmade soaps had on her skin, they began requesting their own. Encouraged by their positive feedback, Ho began selling her soaps in retail stores and at local markets. She now offers soap-making workshops at her retail location off Main Street next to Weathersfield Commons. (Newsbreak)
2. The 2022 Chamber Golf Tournament is now offering sponsorship opportunities for local businesses. Sponsoring a hole gives you a sign with your company name on it or the ability to promote your business with a merch table. Other sponsorship options will get your company logo on the event promotional materials, event program, banners, and more. The golf tournament is scheduled for Friday, April 1, at 1:00 PM. (Dunedin Chamber of Commerce | Sponsorship)
3. At just 17-years-old, Toronto Blue Jays prospect Manuel Beltre is already receiving praise from coaches and the Blue Jays’ player development staff. Signed for $2.35 million out of Invivienda, Dominican Republic, Beltre was billed as one of the most advanced hitters in the 2020-’21 International class. This year, a bulkier Beltre hopes to make a full-season roster. “Last year, I felt like I was hitting the ball hard, but the ball wasn’t going that far,” Beltre said. “There wasn’t much exit velocity. This year, I’m just throwing my hands and I can see the ball flying off the bat.” Read the full article for more on what we can expect from Beltre. (MLB)

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Today in Dunedin:

• Zumba Gold at the Hale Senior Activity Center (10:15 AM)
• Samba Card Games at the Hale Senior Activity Center (12:30 PM)
• Beer & the Bible at Cueni Brewing Co. (6:30 PM)
• Seven Nations In Concert at the Scottish Cultural Center (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The City of Dunedin has posted a survey to gather feedback from residents on the Dunedin Market. Your answers help the city know what to focus on and how to plan for the future. If you have a minute, consider taking the survey now. It's only two questions! (Survey)
• IMPORTANT: Due to weather concerns, Dunedin's Florida Bike Month event has been rescheduled for Friday, March 18 at 9:00 AM. Those interested should meet along the Pinellas trail by Eli’s Bar-B-Que for food, merch, and bike safety lessons. (Facebook)
• Dates for Dunedin Stirling Soccer Club's Summer Camp have been posted and registration is now live. Both half-day and full-day options are available for boys and girls ages five to 12 at various skill levels. (Facebook | Camp Schedule)
• The Hub and First Home Bank are hosting an "Ask Anything" event on March 15 between 12:00 and 1:00 PM. This informal session gives you the opportunity to ask any business banking or funding questions. Register online now as the event is limited to 20 people. (Facebook | Dunedin Hub)

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