🌱 Smoking Regulations In Dunedin Parks + 'Deadpool' Band Performing

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Here are the top three stories today in Dunedin:

1. Dunedin may regulate smoking in parks. The new state law gives the city the authority to ban the smoking of cigarettes at municipal beaches and parks. City commissioners discussed the topic during a July 26 meeting, during which they laughed about how the law doesn't ban unfiltered cigars. "That's so ridiculous, but I'm just saying," said Commissioner Moe Freaney. According to the article, the bill focuses on preventing litter rather than smoke although both are environmental concerns. City officials are working with county staff and Dunedin Parks and Recreation to make a decision. They're also looking into what other cities in the county are doing before making a final decision. (Tampa Bay Newspapers)
2. Four Star Riot will be playing a free show at Dunedin Brewery on August 6 at 9 p.m. The alternative band is best known for its song “Something So Right” which was featured in the background of the pizza delivery scene in Deadpool! Additionally, they've opened up for Howard Jones and A Flock Of Seagulls at the Cuban Club six years ago. (CL Tampa)
3. Dunedin New World Celts have been getting a lot of media attention lately after making several hilarious videos for the city. Founded back in 2000, the organization is responsible for raising money to support the Dunedin community. It offers scholarships to those in need, runs a bagpipe lending program, hosts various whiskey tasting events and volunteers across the city. The New World Celts 22nd Anniversary Banquet and Founder's Celebration will be held this weekend at the Dunedin Golf Club. The sold-out event is open to the public as well as other members! Learn more about the organization and how to join on the website! (Tampa Bay Newspapers | Dunedin NWC)

Dunedin Daily Pic of the Day:

Thank you Betsy Clement for submitting this awesome photo of the United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket launch taken from the Dunedin Causeway drawbridge! (Note: A previous version of this newsletter mislabeled the image as a launch from SpaceX)

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Today in Dunedin:

• Crafter's Corner at the Hale Senior Activity Center (10 a.m.)
• Cold Process Soap Making Workshop at Jade Soap Shop (10 a.m.)
• Line Dance Class at the Hale Senior Activity Center (10:30 a.m.)

From my notebook:

• Can you believe it's already time for kids to go back to school? Pinellas PAL is hosting its annual back-to-school event on August 6 between 9 a.m. and noon at the Lealman Sports Complex in St. Pete. The event will include a variety of educational vendors, food, a water slide, and free backpacks filled with school supplies while supplies last. (Pinellas County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
• Dunedin Parks & Recreation will host a Multiplayer Gaming Night on August 19 at the MLK Jr. Recreation Center between 7 and 9 p.m. Kids between nine and 14 can register to partake in head-to-head tournament-style Mario Party matches. Corndog bites will be on hand for participants and prizes will be offered to the winners. You can register online at the link. (Dunedin Patch)
• Pinellas County Schools has a new system for parents to complete their students' back-to-school forms electronically via Focus. If you need help creating or accessing your parent ID and password, or if you need your student attached to your account in Focus, please contact your school. (Pinellas County Schools via Facebook)
• The Dunedin Chamber of Commerce invites you to join them for next week's panel on August 10 at 5:30 p.m. at The Hub where four local business owners will talk about "How to Scale Growth and Take on Employees!" This event is free. Reserve your spot online now. (Dunedin Chamber of Commerce via Facebook | Dunedin Chamber of Commerce)

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