🌱 Road Closures At Fairway Drive + PSTA Cuts Fares In Half

Good morning, neighbors! It's me again, Kristen, your host of the Dunedin Daily.

First, today's weather:

A heavy t-storm in the p.m. High: 80 Low: 68.

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Here are the top 5 stories today in Dunedin:

1. StartingMonday, the intersection of Sarazen Drive and Fairway Drive will be closed n order to repair a reclaimed water main. There will be two "No Through Traffic" signs at the intersections of Sarazen and Brady and Mangrum and Fairway. Roads will be closed until March 22. (Dunedin Patch)
2. Dunedin Parks & Recreation is holding a dance and concert on Wednesday, March 16 at 3:00 PM with live music by "The Dunedin 3 O'clock Big Band." This 18-piece ensemble is led by Ed Geimer who has led the US Air Force Band and played in Broadway shows for over 20 years. Enjoy live music featuring the songs of Stan Kenton, Woody Herman, Les Brown and the 1940s-90s. Tickets are $5 at the door. (Dunedin Patch)
3. Nine-year-old Iliana Gorshe started a donation drive for the community called Iliana's March Cereal Drive. Her inspiration for the project came from a school assignment. "For school, we had to choose something to do. If they’re struggling ... Dunedin Cares can just give them food, so they don’t have to worry about paying for everything. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and I feel like cereal is just like a classic thing to eat for breakfast.” Last year, people donated over 1,100 cereal boxes to Gorshe's project. This year, her goal is 1,200 boxes. Anyone interested in participating can donate cereal to the Dunedin Public Library. (CBS Local)
4. The Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) announced on Monday it's cutting fares in half as gas prices soar across the country. The change will begin Monday, March 21, and last through May 31. PSTA will also further discount fare paid through the Flamingo Fares card or app. The $3 card fee will be waived if you load more than $20 onto your new card. (ABC Action News)
5. The Dunedin Brewery is Florida's oldest microbrewery, founded by Michael Norman Bryant in 1995. He started brewing wine as a teenager, and eventually transitioned to brewing beer. His son, Michael Lyn Bryant, is the current vice president, graphic designer and social media manager at Dunedin Brewery. The historic brewery continues to aid Dunedin's large craft brewery scene as the beer industry in the area continues to thrive. Read the full article to learn more about the brewery's contribution to the Dunedin community. (WFLA)

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Today in Dunedin:

• Woodcarving, Wood Burning and Folk Art Painting at the Hale Senior Activity Center (9:00 AM)
• Live music with Matt Plaisted at The Smokehouse (6:00 PM)
• Sunset Beach Yoga at Honeymoon Island (6:30 PM)
• Dunedin Toastmasters meeting at Unity Community Church (7:00 PM)
• Adult Tap Class at Dreamers Dance Company (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Reboot in Dunedin is celebrating St. Patrick's Day with $3 green beer and $5 drink specials all day. Additionally, Reboot will be hiding gold coins around the bar and on its patio. Anyone who finds one gets a free beer! (Facebook| Reebot Dunedin)
• The Warehouse Club of Dunedin is hosting an open mic night on March 19 at 9:30 PM. Everyone is invited, including musicians, poets, comedians, dancers, live painters, etc. A $5 donation is suggested. All proceeds will go to The Warehouse Club of Dunedin. (Facebook | TWC Dunedin)
• Twenty-one pipe bands have entered the Dunedin Highland Games & Festival, the event's largest entry ever! Bands are traveling to Dunedin from all over Florida, as well as from New York, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Texas, South Carolina, and more! The Dunedin Highland Games & Festival will be held on April 2 at Highlander Park. Tickets are $20 at the gate or $15 online now. (Facebook | Pre-sale Tickets)
• Participants from the city of Dunedin's Senior Basketball program for ages 50+ get together weekly to play ball and shoot around, as well as to enjoy some friendly competition and comradery. Men and women at all levels are welcome to participate. Stop by the MLK, Jr. Recreation Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon to join the game! (Facebook| Dunedin Gov)
• The City of Dunedin continues to spotlight the women of Dunedin. Click the link to meet Liz, the owner of LMB Boutique offering beautiful, unique pieces. (Facebook)

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