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Good day, neighbors! Kristen here with the Wednesday copy of the Dunedin Daily.

First, today's weather:

Partly sunny. High: 84 Low: 73.

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Here are the top 3 stories today in Dunedin:

  1. A schedule of April's events and programs at the Hale Senior Activity Center has been released. In addition to the center's usual support services, crafts, card games, dance lessons, music circles, and fitness classes, the schedule includes various socials and special events. Live music with the Ellis Hale Band and dancing is scheduled for April 4 at 7:00 PM. Additionally, an Italian Feast is scheduled for April 20 at noon followed by live music with The Dunedin 3 O'Clock Big Band that evening. In honor of Easter Sunday, EGGstravaganza Bingo is planned for April 27. Click the link to see April's full schedule. (Dunedin Patch | Schedule)
  2. The Dunedin Highland 5k Trail Run benefitting The Dunedin Scottish Arts Foundation will take place on the morning of April 2. Participants will be running from Highlander Park through Hammock Park and back. Each participant will receive a Finishers Medal and a 2022 Dunedin Highland 5K Trail Run T-Shirt, along with entry into the 2022 Dunedin Highland Games. Registration for the event is available online. If you want to get involved without running, consider volunteering for The Rotary Club of Dunedin North. Volunteers will meet in the park at 8:00 AM and be finished by 10:00 AM. Click the link to learn more. (Dunedin 5K)
  3. The Heavy Pets are coming to the Dunedin Brewery on April 8. The jam band is renowned for its funk, jazz, and reggae-infused brand of rock and roll. In 2010 they released their second studio LP The Heavy Pets, which was dubbed a "Top 10 Album of 2010" by The Huffington Post. Currently, the group is composed of guitarists Jeff Lloyd and Mike Garulli, keyboardist Jim Wuest, bassist Tony D'Amato, and drummer Jamie Newitt. The Heavy Pets will also perform in Jacksonville and Fort Lauderdale next month. (Music Fest News)

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Today in Dunedin:

  • Live music with Erica Deciegle at the Fenway Hotel (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • The restrooms at Weaver Park will be closed today, March 30, while the city works to remove a beehive from the building. The city will make an announcement on social media once it's reopened. (Facebook)
  • As Women's History Month comes to a close, the City of Dunedin has put Dunedin's first female City Manager, Jennifer K. Bramley, in the spotlight. Click the link to learn what is most important to Bramley and what has given her the greatest sense of fulfillment. (Facebook)
  • Did you know, the Monroe Parking Garage offers free parking to those visiting downtown Dunedin? Golf cart parking spaces are also available! The parking garage is located at 356 Monroe Street. (Facebook)
  • Dunedin High School counselors visited Pinellas Technical College on Tuesday to learn about their Dual Enrollment and adult programs. If your child enjoys hands-on learning, this could be a great location to earn a certification. Spots are still available for next year, so tell your child to see their school counselor for more information. (Facebook | Pinellas Technical College)
  • Several Dunedin High School seniors were honored at the 5th Annual Maria Edmonds Hispanic Achievement Awards at Ruth Eckerd Hall on Monday, including Karina Zea-Corona, Jadyn Garcia, Jonathan Cruz-Hernandez, and Craig Alnoris Oie-Lugo. Check out the school's social media pages to see photos of the event. (Facebook)
  • Dunedin International Film Festival submissions are now open. Submit your film now for the 2023 festival scheduled between January 12 and January 15. (Facebook)

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