🌱 New Kids' Fishing Camp + Voices Of Jazz Concert + Aquatic Complex

Hello neighbors! It's Kristen, your host of the Dunedin Patch newsletter — back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in our community. Today you'll find news about:

• The opening of the “Color Outside The Lines” exhibit at Studio 1212 Art Gallery.
• A new fishing camp that's available for kids this summer.
• City plans for a new Highlander Park Aquatic Complex.

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Here are the top 3 stories today in Dunedin:

1. Dunedin Parks & Rec is offering a new fishing camp this summer for kids between 8 and 11. Campers will go out on a charter boat and learn about the skills and tools needed to catch "the big one." Camp sessions are held June 7 through June 9 and July 5 through July 7 between 8 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Space is limited, so those who are interested should register as soon as possible! You can find more information here. (City of Dunedin via Facebook)
2. Dunedin Parks & Recreation presents Voices of Jazz, a free concert on March 24 at 7 p.m. in the Dunedin Community Center. The concert will include big-band jazz, swing music, and modern arrangements of popular tunes. In lieu of ticket fees, donations will be accepted. (Dunedin Gov)
3. Dunedin City Commissioners discussed plans for a new Highlander Park Aquatic Complex during a recent meeting. They plan to upgrade facilities with a competitive pool, a lazy river, an activity pool, slides, and shade structures for 2025. According to City Manager Jennifer Bramley, the aquatic center and other large city projects, such as the proposed parking garage and Dunedin Golf Course improvements, are funded by the American Rescue Plan Act. The discussion will continue among commissioners next month. (TBN Weekly)

Dunedin Patch Pic of the Day:

Thank you, Angie and Dave Phillips, for sharing this epic photo of the SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft returning home earlier this month!

Today in Dunedin:

• Learn to Make Your Grocery Dollars Go Further at The Hub (10 a.m.)
• Personal Legacy Writing Workshop at the Hale Senior Activity Center (10 a.m.)
• Painting Party at HOB Brewing (5 p.m.)
• Live music with Mallory Moyer at Caracara (6 p.m.)
• Sunset Beach Yoga at Honeymoon Island (6:30 p.m.)

Inspired by Dunedin:

Recognize this bar? Local artist Shari Gaines is an oil painter whose style is described as "Painterly Representational Realism leaning towards Impressionism." You can get a closer look at this incredible painting suitably titled "Two Dollar PBRs" here.

Want your photo to be included in the Dunedin Pic of the Day or Inspired by Dunedin section? Submit it to Dunedin@Patch.com for consideration! Please confirm in the email that you own the rights to the photo and that Patch has permission to republish it.

From my notebook:

• Dunedin High School congratulates 11th grader Kaylienne Brandis on her recent scholarship. She received $2,500 for her capstone project with the Architecture, Construction, and Engineering Mentorship Program of Tampa Bay. Congrats Kaylienne! (Dunedin High School via Facebook)
• Attention Dunedin Elementary School parents. The school's yearbook is now on sale, and families have the opportunity to personalize two pages for their students for free! Be sure to take advantage of this opportunity before April 10. (Dunedin Elementary School PTA via Facebook)
• Dunedin High School freshman Aubrey Indorf was selected to sing at the Yankees vs. Red Sox pre-season game last week! You can watch her nail the National Anthem on YouTube here. Great job, Aubrey! (Dunedin High School via Facebook)
• A new art exhibit is coming to Studio 1212 Art Gallery on March 24. “Color Outside The Lines” honors internationally known Artist, William Pachner, who lived, painted, and taught in the Tampa Bay Area during the '70s. Stop by to check it out Wednesdays through Sundays between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. (Dunedin Patch)
• The City of Dunedin is looking for residents interested in becoming a member of the Hammock Advisory Committee. Apply here to become a member of the committee and analyze the environmental and ecological conditions in the park. Learn more at the link. (City of Dunedin via Facebook)
• Have you noticed an increase in the number of caterpillars in the area lately? I certainly have! They've been known for causing itching and welts, so it's best not to touch them. Learn more about these fuzzy creatures at the link! (UF IFAS)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday off right! I'll see you tomorrow.