🌱 Teen Opening On Advisory Committee + New Art Exhibit

Happy Friday, Dunedin! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening around town today.

First, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy. High: 72 Low: 54.

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Here are the top 3 stories today in Dunedin:

1. The Dunedin Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee is looking for a local teen to join their team. The Teen Member must be at least 15 years old and a resident of Dunedin or enrolled in a Dunedin school. They should enjoy participating in the Dunedin Parks & Recreation programs, have community spirit, and have the desire to make their hometown a better place for the next generation. The Advisory Committee serves in an advisory capacity to the Parks & Recreation Department and the City Commission providing insight into the needs of the community as it relates to programs, services, and facilities. Meetings are held on the third Wednesday of the month at 4:00 PM at the Dunedin Community Center. Those interested can apply online. (Press Release Desk | Application)
2. A new exhibit opens at Studio 1212 Art Gallery on February 20 at noon. Enjoy wine, music, and light refreshments during the art reception. The exhibit “Tell Us A Story” runs from February 20 to March 20. (Facebook | Studio 1212)
3. The City of Dunedin’s online payment systems will undergo maintenance and upgrades this weekend and will be unavailable between January 21, at 8:00 PM through January 23, at 5:00 PM. This includes systems that process utility bill payments, building permit payments, and building permit scheduling. (Facebook| Dunedin Gov)

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Today in Dunedin:

• Dunedin Downtown Market at Pioneer Park (9:00 AM)
• Angry Chair Brewing Takeover at Dunedin House of Beer (3:00 PM)
• Live music by Erica Degeglie at Fenway Hotel (5:30 PM)
• Piper On The Pier at the downtown marina (6:00 PM)
• Scotch Whisky Tour at the Scottish American Society of Dunedin (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Witches of Dunedin are a loved annual tradition during the month of October and dedicated to raising money for children's charities. Their recent fundraising efforts have proven to be worthwhile. On Thursday they generously presented a check to the George Koutsourais Dunedin Youth Scholarship Fund in the amount of $7,170. (Facebook)
• Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center in Tarpon Springs is giving away free trees today in honor of Florida Arbor Day. Stop by any time between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM to pick up your tree while supplies last. (Facebook| Brooker Creek Preserve)

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