Get Out! DFAC Unveils New Wing and New Exhibits

Give in and you’ll find lots of things to do this weekend in Dunedin. Check out these free or low-cost top weekend picks:

FRIDAY:

• Live music and more: That’s what you’ll find downtown at the Second Friday Wine/Art Walk. Enjoy live music at Pioneer Park by the Plush Band, plus merchant special offers and give-aways for those with wristbands ($10). While downtown, check out an art reception and show featuring landscape photographer Ron Piskorski at the Stiring Art Studios & Gallery from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• More music under the stars: The Nielsen Starlight Concerts series is back with another night of sock-rocking tunes from the Rockaways. Young and old two-legged humans and their four-legged friends are all invited. Check out the Dunedin Doggie-Rescue (DDR) adoptables, purchase raffle tickets for prize baskets, and enjoy a Dunedin Brewery brew, all designed to support the DDR’s mission. This musical Yappy Hour begins at 7 p.m. on Highlander Park’s Sindoon Stage, behind the Community Center at 1920 Pinehurst Road.
• Step right up and see the talent: The Dunedin Fine Art Center (DFAC) welcomes everyone to the unveiling of its brand new Louis & Valerie Flock East Wing. Also being unveiled this evening are three amazing exhibits that are sure to pique your interest. This delightful fall extravaganza kicks off at 6 p.m. with free admission plus tours of the new wing, live music, refreshments and fun for everyone.  

SATURDAY:

• Calling all kids: Come see what young aspiring artists have been working on all summer at the Kid’s ART Fest, co-sponsored by the Dunedin Kiwanis. The DFAC continues its two-day FREE festival from 10 a.m. until 2.p.m. with games, food, music, tours, and hands-on activities. There’s also a special awards ceremony at 1 p.m. If you’re looking for something different to do, you’ll find it Under the Big Top!
• We will never forget: The National Armed Services & Law Enforcement Memorial Museum (NASLEMM) helps ensure we never forget with a moving 9/11 display and special half-price admission. A trip to NASLEEM is a fitting way to remember the 10th anniversary of this fateful day. From 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. adult admission is $2.50 and child admission is $1.50. NASLEMM is located at 500 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. (727) 734-0700.

Enjoy!