🌱 Touring Musicians Wanted + New After Hours Event

Happy Thursday, neighbors! Let's get you all caught up to start today off on an informed note.

First, today's weather:

Times of clouds and sun. High: 68 Low: 56.

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Here are the top 3 stories in Dunedin today:

1. The Florida Symphonic Winds, a European Touring Band of the Dunedin Music Society, is looking for an additional trumpet, trombone, french horn, tuba player, and percussionist to join the current 54-member ensemble and 75 tour members. Those interested can expect to participate in several local rehearsals in Dunedin, a touring workshop, and a farewell concert. This will be followed by 11 nights in Austria and Germany between July 21-31, 2022 with four performances and an itinerary full of guided sightseeing, free touring time, and more. The band welcomes amateur and professional players alike. (Facebook | Florida Symphonic Winds)
2. The Dunedin Chamber of Commerce is hosting its next After Hours event on March 16 at 5:00 PM. The Alligator Wildlife Discovery Center will be in attendance offering an evening of networking and exotic animals. Attendees can expect refreshments, prizes, and a chance to get up close and personal with animals brought by the Alligator Wildlife Discovery Center. Tickets are now available online. (Facebook | Dunedin Chamber of Commerce)
3. The Dunedin New World Celts are hosting their Spring 2022 Whisky Tasting on March 19. Tastings will be poured by Scotch Masters Bob Peirson and Matt Hartigan, who will enlighten attendees on the nuances of each of the scotches. Additionally, several 15-year-old whiskies will be available to taste, as will a Special Pour for an additional price. Food will be catered by The Dunedin Golf Club, pipers and dancers will provide entertainment, and a silent auction will be held. Tickets are on sale now. (Facebook| Dunedin New World Celts)

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Today in Dunedin:

• Samba Class at the Hale Senior Activity Center (12:30 PM)
• Live music by Kyle Schroeder at the Fenway Hotel (5:30 PM)
• Tiki Bus Brewery Tour around downtown Dunedin (6:00 PM)
• Live music by Irish Dennis at Beach Island Brewery (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The phones at the City of Dunedin City Hall building have been experiencing network outages on and off over the last few days. They expect to have the phones up and running and for City Hall to resume regular hours of operation by today. If you need to reach someone, City Hall staff has access to email. (Facebook | Dunedin Gov)
• The Kiwanis Club of Dunedin shared a photo of last week's guest speaker, Steve Bixenspan from Comedy Blast, Inc. Bixenspan produces comedy shows for nonprofits and discussed past events he has produced at the meeting. (Facebook)
• Blur Nightclub is hosting a Grand Reopening Celebration on Saturday night after completing various remodeling projects over the past two years. The celebration will include music by The Superstars and DJ Luis starting at 7:00 PM. There will also be surprises and prizes throughout the night. (Facebook)

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