🌱 Tropical Christmas Market + Day Of Giving Telethon + Wine Festival

Hello again, everybody! It's Wednesday in Dunedin and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening in the community, including news about:

• An event where young residents can discuss mental health topics
• The upcoming Tropical Christmas Market
• VIP tickets are still available for the Wines the Blues Festival

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 86 Low: 73.

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Here are the top 3 stories today in Dunedin:

1. The Dunedin Collective is hosting a Tropical Christmas Market on Dec. 11 at Pop Stansell Park in Palm Harbor. Attendees can stop by to enjoy live music and shop with 30+ vendors. Bring the kids for a meet and greet with Santa, fun activities, and special kids' sensory areas. Food trucks and drinks will also be on site! The market begins at 10 a.m., so be sure to stop by! (Dunedin Collective via Facebook)
2. SPCA Tampa Bay's annual Day of Giving Telethon is coming up on Nov. 10. The event helps raise money for homeless animals and baby wildlife. During the telethon, all donations are matched by sponsors, like Dylan Marvin, who is supporting SPCA Tampa Bay in the loving memory of Nicholas Boddy. "The friends and family of Nicholas are proud to support SPCA Tampa Bay in all its efforts. Contributions made will benefit critters and humans alike, and we encourage all in the community to consider SPCA Tampa Bay when it's time to give!" A $25 donation will provide an animal food, shelter, and medicine for one day. (SPCA Tampa Bay via Facebook | SPCA Tampa Bay)
3. The Dunedin Wines the Blues Festival is coming up on Nov. 12 between 1 and 11 p.m. Four stages will be set up downtown along Main Street and Broadway. Check the event website for the schedule of performances by bands like SoulFish, Backtrack Blues Band, No Money Down, and Memphis Lightning. Vendors, food trucks, and drink tents will also be set up along the street. This event is free to attend with VIP ticket options available online. Hope to see you there! (Wine the Blues)

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Today in Dunedin:

• Pen It! Children's Writers Group at the Dunedin Public Library (10 a.m.)
• Small Business Consulting at The Hub (10 a.m.)
• Alzheimer Caregiver Support Group at the Hale Senior Activity Center (10 a.m.)
• Flip Frenzy IFPA Pinball Tournament at Reboot (5:30 p.m.)
• Building on the Past: Kellogg Mansion at the Dunedin Public Library (6 p.m.)
• Mosaic workshop at Caledonia Brewing (6:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Meet artist John Williams who will be attending his 5th Art Harvest this weekend. Through his art, John gives downed trees a second life by turning them into something beautiful. Check out his work on his website or at the 58th Annual Art Harvest on Nov. 5 and Nov. 6 in Highlander Park. (Junior League of Clearwater-Dunedin Art Harvest via Facebook)
• Also, meet artist Elflocked Bohemian who will be attending her first Art Harvest! "My jewelry business was born out of the boredom we all had to deal with in early 2020 during quarantine. And in October 2020, I took a jewelry design class in St. Pete. And now I’m doing shows. So the year of the pandemic wasn’t all bad. It helped me find something I love doing. I was able to quit the 9-5 job and get myself a 24/7 job!" Elflocked will also be at the 58th Annual Art Harvest on Nov. 5 and Nov. 6 in Highlander Park. (Junior League of Clearwater-Dunedin Art Harvest via Facebook)
• The Dunedin Give Back needs more bins for its Pack-A-Snack program, as some of the ones they had broke or got lost a school. They're looking for specific 27-gallon black bins with yellow lids from Home Depot or Amazon. If you're looking to donate, check out the links shared on Facebook. (The Dunedin Give Back via Facebook)
• Pinellas County Government wants to hear from young residents ages 10-18 on the issues they are experiencing that may impact their mental health. They are hosting Growing Hope on Nov. 10 between 6:30 and 8:15 p.m. at the SPC Clearwater Campus. The event will include a panel discussion and focus groups for both parents and kids. Register online for this free event if you're interested. (Pinellas County Government via Facebook)

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