🌱 School's Out Day + Mental Health Conference + DHS Homecoming Parade

Hello, neighbors. It's Friday in Dunedin and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in the community today. Without further ado...

First, today's weather:

Heavy afternoon thunderstorms. High: 83 Low: 74.

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Here are the top three stories in Dunedin today:

1. There was an error in Thursday’s newsletter regarding the date of the Dunedin High School Homecoming Parade. I had reported it was Thursday, but it's actually scheduled for today at 3:30 p.m. I apologize for any inconvenience. (Dunedin Gov)
2. Dunedin Parks & Recreation is hosting School's Out Day on October 17 between 7:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. at the MLK Jr. Recreation Center. There are two program options to choose from. The traditional program is ideal for kids ages VPK to fifth grade. Children will enjoy a fun-filled day of games, crafts and activities. The second program option is Fit Kids, designed for kids ages second to fifth grade. Children will have a blast, be active and enjoy a day filled with their favorite sports and fitness activities. Register online or in person before October 14 to take advantage of early bird pricing. (Dunedin Patch)
3. A Dunedin mental health conference is scheduled on September 17 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Conmy Center at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. The event will be run by the House of Mercy and Encouragement Foundation, or HOME, a mental health and educational services nonprofit. After their plans got sidetracked during the COVID-19 pandemic, the founder and director Delores Mortimer is looking to get things back on track with this conference. “We want to give teens a safe space to talk about depression and anxiety,” said Gianna Borst, community outreach coordinator. Read the full article to learn more about the conference and how to register. (Tampa Bay Newspapers)

Dunedin Daily Pic of the Day:

Thank you Brenda D. Gelber for submitting this incredible photo taken on Honeymoon Island!

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Today in Dunedin:

• Group Fitness classes at Dunedin Family Fitness Center (7 a.m.)
• Dunedin Friends of the Library Pop-Up Book Sale at the Dunedin Public Library (9:30 a.m.)
• Float-In Movie at Highlander Pool (6 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• The Dunedin Friends of the Library Pop-Up Book Sale is scheduled for September 16 and September 17 from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Everything is 50 cents or less and all funds raised will support youth, teen and adult library programming. (City of Dunedin via Facebook)
• Reminder: Tonight's Float-In Movie event at Highlander Pool will feature Tim Burton's "The Nightmare Before Christmas." Doors open at 6 p.m. and the movie begins at dark. You can purchase tickets online before the event. (City of Dunedin via Facebook | Dunedin Gov)
• Dreamer's Dance Company was featured in a recent episode of Made in Dunedin. Watch the video now to meet the owner Miss Rose and learn more about the dance studio. (City of Dunedin via Facebook)
• Did you know the City of Dunedin has a page dedicated to information on short-term rentals, vacation rentals and transient uses? You can learn a ton about rentals including how to apply for a registration to operate a short-term vacation rental, and where rentals are prohibited. (Dunedin Gov)

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