🌱 Stream Bionic Dog Movie + Cyndi Lauper Fundraiser + Grateful Dead

Hello, neighbors! It's Thursday in Dunedin, and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening locally. Today you'll read about:

• Fireworks safety tips for pets.
• Movie filmed in Dunedin is now available to stream.
• Free concert by Grateful Dead cover band.

Today's newsletter is sponsored by Studio 1212 Art Gallery

Visit Dunedin’s Studio 1212 Art Gallery — for two years in a row, named by Tampa Bay Magazine the best small art gallery cooperative for 2023

Since 1971, Studio 1212 – a nonprofit art gallery owned and managed by an all-volunteer group of local, award-winning artists — has been a part of the creative community in the Dunedin area.

Here are a few things you can do at Studio 1212:

• Attend an exhibit of local artists (check out the schedule here)
• Get your own artwork critiqued for free by volunteer artists (on the first Saturday and third Tuesday of each month at 10am)
• Support local artists by buying their work – art prints, note cards and fine hand-crafted gift items – in the gift boutique
• Sign up for a workshop to expand and improve your own artistic abilities
• Join other local art lovers by becoming a benefactor of Studio 1212 (Learn more here.)

Studio 1212 is located at 234 Monroe St. in Downtown Dunedin and is open Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visit Studio 1212 — a part of the Dunedin area arts community for over 50 years.

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Now, today's weather: Humid; a stray a.m. t-storm. High: 93 Low: 80.

Here are the top 3 stories today in Dunedin:

1. Do you remember the film “R.A.D.A.R.: The Adventures of the Bionic Dog” starring Dean Cain that was filmed in Dunedin not too long ago? Well, it's now available to stream! The family-friendly movie is about two kids who find pirate treasure with the help of a bionic dog. It was filmed in several places downtown, including the Dunedin History Museum and Pioneer Park. You can watch the movie now on Vudu and Amazon Prime Video and try to spot all of the areas filmed in Dunedin! (Q105)
2. D & J Records on Patricia Avenue is hosting a drawing in support of Cyndi Lauper's Girls Just Want to Have FUNdamental Rights fundraiser. Stop by the store to purchase tickets for $5 each or $12 for three. Thirteen names will be drawn on July 5 to receive an exclusive 45. You can learn more about Lauper's fundraiser here. (D & J Records via Facebook)
3. Do you enjoy the Grateful Dead? Head to the Dunedin Brewery on July 8 at 9 p.m. to enjoy a performance by Dead Set Florida. This free concert will offer plenty of tunes, food, and craft beers. Be sure to get there early to make sure you get a good spot! (Dunedin Brewery via Facebook)

Dunedin Patch Pic of the Day:

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Today in Dunedin:

Thursday, June 29

• Kids' Canvas Class at Art from the Heart Cafe (3 p.m.)
• Guided Shamanic Meditation at Pilates Supreme (6 p.m.)
• Pride Summer Send Off at Crown & Bull (6 p.m.)
• Author Talk and Book Signing at the Public Library (6:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Do you have a child starting kindergarten in the fall? Pinellas County Schools shared some literacy tips to help you prepare your young scholar for the transition. Check them out at the link. (Pinellas County Schools via Facebook)
• Not everyone loves fireworks this time of the year, especially our furry friends. If you have a dog or cat at home, check out some safety tips shared by SPCA Tampa Bay. While fireworks and celebrations can be a blast for us, the loud noises and bright lights can be a very scary experience for pets. (SPCA Tampa Bay via Facebook)
• Don't forget the City of Dunedin is reviewing its Golf Cart Infrastructure Plan to look for ways to enhance the user experience. Some potential enhancements include adding charging stations, defined parking spots, and more. If you own a golf cart or have strong options about these additions, be sure to take the city's survey on the matter here. (City of Dunedin via Facebook)

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Featured events:

• Join us for an evening of meditation and energy healing provided by Shabnam Hashemi RN (June 29)
• Disney Descendants, The musical (June 30)
• Crossing Over with Psychic Medium John Edward Live! (July 28)
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You're officially in the loop for today. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with a new update!