🌱 Sunset Paint Night + Meet Drone Pilot + Wearable Art Fashion Show

Hey, neighbors! I’m back with your new copy of the Dunedin Patch newsletter. Here’s everything you need to know about what’s happening in town, including…

• Send your first-day photos to Pinellas County Schools.
• Get tickets to a watercolor paint night with Essie Bergen.
• Wearable Art 17, a fashion show, is coming to Dunedin.

But first, today’s weather: A t-storm around in the p.m. High: 94 Low: 82.

Here are the top 3 stories in Dunedin today:

1. Interested in learning how to paint a beautiful watercolor sunset? Join local artist Essie Bergen on Aug. 30 between 6 and 8 p.m. at Pearly’s Beach Eats! In addition to her incredible instructions, attendees will receive a mini guide and reference image to help them along. Space is limited, so those who are interested should grab tickets ASAP! (Essie Bergen Artwork)
2. The Rotary Club of Dunedin North will be hosting drone pilot John Yanchoris on Aug. 9 at 7:15 a.m. at the Dunedin Golf Club. Yanchoris has captured videos of sharks off the Dunedin Causeway, including a great hammerhead. Join the Rotary Club for breakfast to hear Yanchoris talk about this and other sightings! (Rotary Club of Dunedin North via Facebook)
3. Tickets are now available for Wearable Art 17, Tampa Bay’s Premiere Art fashion show featuring 10 designers. The event will be held on Aug. 26, kicking things off with a pre-party at the Dunedin Fine Art Center at 7 p.m. The runway show will begin at 8 p.m. in the Dunedin Community Center and can be viewed at a discount on a live stream. Learn more about the event and get your tickets at the link. (Eventbrite)

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Dunedin Patch Pic of the Day:

Thank you, Lori Duvall, for sharing this beautiful photo!

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• Hurricane Preparedness & Scams Seminar at the Hale Senior Activity Center (10 a.m.)
• Fencing Beginners Class at the Dunedin Community Center (7 p.m.)
• FlaMingo Music Bingo at Dunedin House of Beer (8 p.m.)
• Liter of Laughs at Dunedin Brewery (8 p.m.)
• Hip-Hop Happy Hour at Reboot (10 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Did you know the City of Dunedin has a Public Art Interactive Map on its website? Check it out here and take a walking tour of the city next time you hang out downtown! (City of Dunedin via Facebook)
• If your kids are heading back to school in a few days, you’ll likely be taking lots of photos. Pinellas County Schools wants you to send them your first day pictures to be featured on the district website and social media! Learn more at the link. (Pinellas County Schools via Facebook)
• Have you seen the Sand Live Oak trees around the new City Hall building? According to the City of Dunedin, they’re estimated to be over 150 years old! (City of Dunedin via Facebook)
• Check out some of the photos of the Dunedin American Legion Post 275 honoring their Purple Heart Vets at TD Ballpark over the weekend! Click the link to see pictures of Department Commander Michael “Gambler” Raymond and members of Post 275. (Dunedin American Legion Post 275 via Facebook)

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