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🌱 Financial Wellness Workshop + Dolphin Cruise + Tenants' New Rights

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Hello, everybody. It's Kristen, your host of the Dunedin Daily — back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in our community. Including news about:

  • The new Pinellas County Tenants Bill of Rights ordinance
  • The 50th Annual Our Lady of Lourdes Fall Festival
  • The Dunedin New World Celts Fall 2022 Whisky Tasting event

But first, today's weather:

Sunny and pleasant. High: 85 Low: 66.

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Here are the top 5 stories today in Dunedin:

  1. The City of Dunedin has provided updates on the cybersecurity incident impacting the city's network. Recreation payments currently can't be made online or in person via credit card. All payments must be made in person by cash or check for all programs, events, pavilion rentals, marina, and driving range. The Utility Billing Department currently accepts cash or check payments. For online utility payers, you can still make payments through the city online portal, Paymentus. Once city officials gain access to the system, your payment will be credited to your account. Permit fees will not be collected at this time. Instead, the city will issue manual placards to commence work, and the system will prompt collection when back up. Online inspection requests are currently not available. To schedule an inspection, you can call 727-298-3210. (Dunedin Patch)
  2. The Dunedin Public Library is holding a "Financial Wellness: Behind on Bills" workshop on Oct. 8 at 6:30 p.m. Hosted by Kate Joslin of the Tampa Bay Neighborhood Housing Services, attendees will learn about different methods and tools to improve overall financial wellness. This class will share tips and tricks on how to get back on track with your bills. (Dunedin Public Library)
  3. Friday, Oct. 7 is the last day you can register for the Sponge-O-Rama Dolphin Cruise for seniors scheduled for Nov. 9 between 9:15 a.m. and 3:15 p.m. Experience Florida's natural beauty while learning about Tarpon Springs' rich cultural history. Cruise down the Anclote River and out to the Gulf of Mexico in search of dolphins, manatees, and other wildlife. Visit the sponge docks after the cruise for lunch and shopping on your own. To register bring $42 per person in cash or check to the Hale Senior Activity Center. (Dunedin Gov)
  4. Get ready for the 50th Annual Our Lady of Lourdes Fall Festival in Dunedin between Oct. 13 and Oct. 16. Attendees will enjoy a weekend full of games, rides, music, and much more. Admission and parking are free. The Jolley Trolly will also be running for free between Our Lady of Lourdes and the Dunedin High School parking lot that Friday and Saturday. The money raised during the event benefits the children of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School, offering reduced tuition, new technology in classrooms, and more. (OLL Fall Festival)
  5. Pinellas County's new Tenants Bill of Rights ordinance is now in effect countywide. Here's everything you need to know: "1. Landlords must provide a Notice of Rights for all new or renewing leases after Oct. 3, 2022. 2. Landlords cannot discriminate against potential tenants based on a valid source of income, such as a housing voucher. 3. Landlords must give advanced notice of late fees and rent increases of 5 percent or more. 4. This ordinance applies countywide except in cities that have formally opted out or adopted their own ordinance with different provisions, which is currently only the City of St. Pete." (Pinellas County Government via Facebook | Rent Pinellas)

Patch deal of the day:

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Dunedin Daily Pic of the Day:

Submitted by Priscilla DiBlasi
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Today in Dunedin:

  • "Meet The Faculty: Work of Art Educators" exhibit at the DFAC (10:00 a.m.)
  • "I Love Squares" exhibit preview at Studio 1212 Art Gallery (11:00 a.m.)
  • Live music at Mangos and Marley (5:00 p.m.)
  • Movies in the Park in Pioneer Park (6:30 p.m.)
  • "Death by Chocolate" theater performance at the Community Center (7:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

  • The City of Dunedin reported on Thursday, Oct. 6, that the Solid Waste Division is back on a regular schedule with all residential routes. Delays may still occur due to expected heavier volumes by the end of the week. (City of Dunedin via Facebook)
  • Draught Haus Fall Fest 2022 will take place on Nov. 12 from 3 to 8 p.m. at Clear Sky Draught Haus on Main Street. The event will feature live music, local craft beers, and live music by the band Six Volt Rodeo starting at 4 p.m. Wristbands will be available the day of the event for $20. (Dunedin Patch)
  • Meet Buster, a high-energy pup who has been waiting too long to find his furever home. Stop by Pinellas County Animal Services in Largo to meet Buster and all of his friends looking for families. (Pinellas County Animal Services via Facebook | Pinellas County Adoption Center)
  • Tickets are now on sale for the Dunedin New World Celts Fall 2022 Whisky Tasting scheduled for Oct. 29 at 7 p.m. Treat yourself to the wonderful world of Scotch Whisky by taking a liquid tour of Scotland. Scotch Masters Bob Peirson and Matt Hartigan will enlighten guests on the nuances of each of the scotches. The event will also include catered food by The Dunedin Golf Club, a silent auction, pipers, and dancers. (New World Celts - Dunedin Chapter via Facebook)

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