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🌱 Progress On The Dunedin Nature Preserve + Scooter Program For Kids

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Hello, friends and neighbors! I'm back in your inbox this winter morning with your new edition of the Dunedin Daily. Let's get this weekend started off right with a quick dive into the most important things happening in town, including:

  • Progress on the Dunedin nature preserve — we've got the scoop below.
  • The city is offering a scooter instruction program for the kiddos!
  • New Year's Eve festivities for you and your loved ones.

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Here are the top stories today in Dunedin:

1) Dunedin city officials push forward on the nature preserve initiative. As of Dec. 14, the planning agency has "approved the annexation of two unplatted parcels consisting of 78.80 acres located south of Indigo Drive and east of Weathersfield Drive. Included is Jerry Lake," Tampa Bay News reports. In January, the City Commission will review ordinances for the project, before it moves on to the county for review. Plans for the project include an observation tower, hiking trails, a kayak launch and a brand-new nature center — how exciting! Tampa Bay News has more on this exciting development here.

2) Reminder: All City of Dunedin facilities will be closed Monday, Jan. 2, 2023, in observance of New Year's Day. Residential curbside solid waste and recycling services will continue in their regular collections schedule. For additional details head over to the city's website.

Today in Dunedin:

  • Family New Year's Eve Bowling Party at Dunedin Lanes. (5 p.m.)
  • New Year's Eve Dinner at HEW Chophouse. (5 p.m.)
  • A French-Inspired New Year's Eve at The Restorative. (5 p.m.)
  • Scottish New Year's Eve Party at the Scottish Cultural Center. (8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

  • 🛴 Scooter program for the kiddos: "Does your little one own a trick scooter? Or did they receive one for Christmas? Dunedin Parks & Recreation is offering a 'Little Rippers' program for ages 3-5 at MLK Rec Center/Skate Park. Our instructor will work hands-on with your little ripper teaching them the fundamental skills and staying safe while on their trick scooter. This program is held Fridays, January 6-27, 11:30 am-12:15 pm. $35/person." (City of Dunedin Florida - Government via Facebook)
  • 📅 Dunedin American Legion January 2023 Event Schedule: "Here is our calendar of events. As always subject to change." (Dunedin American Legion Post 275 via Facebook)
  • 😻 Paws-itive news from the SPCA: "🎉 A Very Backstreet Adoption 🎉 All five of the Backstreet Boy Kittens have found their fur-ever homes. A big thanks to the Backstreet Kitten fandom for helping spread the word about these lil' guys and getting them adopted so quickly..." (SPCA Tampa Bay via Facebook)

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You're officially in the loop for today. I'll see you soon!

— Jessica Collins

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