🌱 Reptile Discovery In Hammock Park + Free Fresh Food Distribution

Hey, everybody! It's Tuesday in Dunedin and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in town. Let's do it...

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and humid. High: 88 Low: 76.

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Here are the top three stories in Dunedin today:

1. Friends of the Hammock of Dunedin will host its monthly Second Saturday Educational Event on June 11 at 10 a.m. in Hammock Park. The event will be hosted by Bruce Shwedick of Reptile Discovery Programs and will focus on the history and conservation of reptiles. He will also have some live reptiles for attendees to check out! Sign up online to reserve your spot. (Hammock Park | Sign Up
2. The Dunedin City Commission will consider limited financial assistance for Social/Cultural Non-Profit Organizations in the City’s upcoming FY 2023 Budget. Priority will be given to organizations that benefit the community as a whole, and for which there is no other City of Dunedin funding source. The deadline for applications is June 20. View the website to learn more about qualifications and how to apply. (Dunedin Gov)
3. The Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners is hosting a free fresh food distribution event along with community partners on June 10. Those in need can receive food from the drive-through event at 9:00 AM at England Brother Park in Pinellas Park. The event will run until 11 a.m. or while supplies last. Organizers aim to ensure public well-being and meet the growing need for food assistance by distributing healthy foods countywide. (Dunedin Patch)

Dunedin Daily Pic of the Week:

Thank you Syndi Tunberg for submitting your photo taken during your walk on Honeymoon Island beach!

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Today in Dunedin:

• Creative Music Writing at Creative Keys Music School (11 a.m.)
• Pride Flag Raising at Dunedin City Hall (noon)
• Dunedin Toastmasters meeting at Unity Community Church (7 p.m.)
• Books & Brews at Cueni Brewing Co. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• The Dunedin Public Library is now accepting book donations. Recycle your new and gently used books by donating them to the library on Mondays and Fridays between 9:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. They accept up to three boxes of books per household. If you only have a few items to donate, the library has donation drops inside you can use during regular hours of operation. (Dunedin Friends of the Library via Facebook)
• The owners of Mangos and Marley are featured on the cover of Dunedin Living Magazine with their two kids! They shared a bit about their experience on Facebook saying, "We had the honor of being asked to be the feature family of the June edition of Dunedin Living Magazine. Still kind of overwhelmed by all the love that our sweet little town has given us! Keep it comin’." You can check out the photo of the magazine cover on their Facebook page. (Mangos and Marley via Facebook)
• Summer reading has begun in the adult department of the Dunedin Public Library! Anyone interested can visit the reference desk at the library and sign up for the program. Participants will receive a blue “Oceans of Possibilities” bag containing a folder with your prize slip attached. By filling out the slip and submitting it with your contact information, you're eligible to win a special prize at the end of the month! (Dunedin Friends of the Library via Facebook)
• Paying your utility bill is now easier than ever for Dunedin residents. The improved interface provides many new benefits, enabling you to pay your bills safer, faster, easier, and more conveniently. Learn more online. (Dunedin Gov | City of Dunedin via Facebook)

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That's it for today! I'll see you around.