🌱 Nominate An Environmental Hero + Spring Whisky Tasting Event

Welcome back, Dunedin! It's Saturday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on today in Dunedin.

First, today's weather:

Plenty of sun. High: 85 Low: 67.

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Here are the top 3 stories today in Dunedin:

1. The City of Dunedin is looking for nominations for Dunedin Environmental Hero! Nominees should take actions to protect, preserve, and improve the environment. They can be a community leader, a business, a classroom, a teacher, a parent, a neighbor, or a friend. Submit your nominees online by Sunday, March 27. Winners will be announced at a City Commission Meeting in April in honor of Earth Month! (Facebook | Nomination Form)
2. The New World Celts Dunedin Chapter is hosting its Spring 2022 Whisky Tasting on March 19 at The Dunedin Golf Club. Tickets are $65 which includes catered food, four tastings of 15-year-old whiskies, pipers, dancers, and a Special Pour for an additional price. Doors open at 6:30 PM. Tickets must be purchased in advance. (Facebook | Dunedin NWC)
3. Tampa Bay Interiors is hosting two watercolor painting workshops on April 9 and April 10. Hosted by Laura Lobdell of Printed Hues, participants will learn various watercolor techniques and receive two 8-by-10-inch templates of Coastal Watercolor Maps to paint. The workshop is $165 and includes a 36-color set of watercolor paint, six paintbrushes, a mixing palette, and a paintable watercolor guide. Register online today! (Tampa Bay Interiors)

Today in Dunedin:

• Dunedin Downtown Market at Pioneer Park (9:00 AM)
• Grief Support Group at the Unity Community Church (10:00 AM)
• HOB 12th Annual Music & Craft Beer Festival at Edgewater Park (12:00 PM)
• Piper on the Pier at the downtown marina (Sunset)

From my notebook:

• Youth Leadership Pinellas is seeking local students to participate in the program next year. Learn more about the program and how to apply during a Zoom meeting on March 8 at 6:00 PM. This is a great opportunity for teens to improve their leadership skills and strengthen their resumes. (Facebook | Youth Leadership Pinellas)
• In honor of Women's History Month, Patty Durell, the owner of Rock Solid Fitness FL, has shared some tips to enhance your health and improve your overall wellness. Watch the video to learn more and celebrate the accomplishments of local women with the hashtag #DunedinHerStory. (Facebook)

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