🌱 Painting For A Cause + Local On The Morning Show + Medicare 101

Welcome back, Dunedin! I'm here in your inbox this morning to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on around town. Today we have these stories and more:

• A local musician performs on the morning news ahead of album release
• Wu-Tang member will play speed chess with locals downtown
• Cafe hosts a paint night to raise money for local Ukrainian refugees

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A t-storm around in the p.m. High: 87 Low: 76.

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Here are the top 3 stories today in Dunedin:

1. Veskolini Cafe is hosting Painting for a Cause, today, September 21 between 6:00 and 8:00 p.m. The event will raise money for a Ukrainian family moving to Dunedin with $15 from each ticket purchased going towards their childcare needs. Tickets are $45 per person and include paint supplies and a glass of wine or coffee. The instructor will provide step-by-step instructions to paint a beautiful depiction of the sun and moon. Follow the link to check out a sample of the finished painting and to register. (Dunedin Patch)
2. Local musician Wendy Barmore appeared on the morning show on Tuesday to promote her new album. The album, titled Rescue Me, is a tribute to Barmore's mother and was inspired by one of her paintings. We can expect to see more from Barmore and other local musicians as the album release party was filmed for an upcoming project that will likely include performances and interviews. Barmore is scheduled to perform around Dunedin this weekend. She'll be at Lucky Lobster Co. on September 23 between 6:00 and 9:30 p.m. and at Blur on September 24 between 8:00 and 11:00 p.m. Be sure to check her out live as well as on the show! (ABC Action News via Youtube | Wendy B Music)
3. A free seminar titled Medicare 101 will be held on September 27 at 10:00 a.m. in the Hale Senior Activity Center. This seminar will provide information about your current options for Medicare, Advantage Plans, and Part D. A volunteer from the SHINE program will host the event, answer any questions, and provide enrollment or benefit application assistance. (Dunedin Patch)

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Today in Dunedin:

• Chessboxin' With Wu Tang's GZA at Dunedin Brewery (3:00 PM)
• Free Fly Casting Night at Soggy Bottom Brewery (6:00 PM)
• Paint and sip benefitting a Family from Ukraine at Veskolini Cafe (6:00 PM)
• Conversation Skills at Unity Community Church (6:00 PM)
• Pack-A-Snack packing event at HOB Brewing (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Reminder: Wu-Tang member GZA, aka The Genius, is hosting Chessboxin at the Dunedin Brewery today September 21 at 3:00 p.m. Fans will have the chance to play speed chess against GZA and enjoy a freestyle rap session. (Dunedin Patch)
• Meet Anthony, a six-year-old pup up for adoption at Pinellas County Animal Services. At 55-pounds, volunteers have labeled him a hidden gem. Anthony walks wonderfully on a leash and gives the best kisses! Head to the shelter today to meet him and all of his other doggy friends! (Pinellas County Animal Services via Facebook)
• The City of Dunedin reminds residents that in the event of a crash, even buckled up, a child is more likely to be injured or killed if they are sitting in the front seat. So whether they are in a car seat, booster seat, or using a seat belt, the best place for your children under 13 is in the back seat. (City of Dunedin via Facebook)
• Friends of the Island Parks is celebrating National Estuaries Week! Each year, this week is a celebration of these incredible ecosystems and the benefits estuaries provide, including recreational opportunities, which are especially important to physical and mental health. They encourage you to get out and wade into an estuary near you and enjoy these benefits for yourself! (Friends of the Island Parks via Facebook)
• New World Celts reminds residents that September 30 is kilt night at Caledonia Brewing! Stop by between 7:00 and 9:00 p.m. to enjoy an evening with Clover's Revenge. (New World Celts - Dunedin Chapter via Facebook)
• The Dunedin Give Back is holding a Pack-A-Snack packing event today, September 21, at 7:00 p.m. at HOB Brewing Company. This week they will be sitting over by the main bar, in front of the food trucks. Check their website to see what donations they need! (The Dunedin Give Back via Facebook | The Dunedin Give Back)
• The Rotary Club of Dunedin North has created an official website for this year's cornhole tournament. It will be held on October 30 between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. at HOB Brewing. The website offers information about the event, sponsorship opportunities, and a form for those interested in signing up. (Rotary Club of Dunedin North via Facebook | Dunedin Cornhole)

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