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Sunday, April 21, 2013

Fifth Graders Need Your Help to Get to Kennedy Space Center

The San Jose Elementary School fifth graders have launched a fundraising campaign so they can travel as a class to Kennedy Space Center. Donations are tax deductible.

Thursday, March 21, 2013

Honduras Mission Fundraiser Monday at Juan's Mexican Grill

Head Monday to Juan's Mexican Grill for a fundraiser for a mission trip to Honduras. Mario, the owner of Salon Suites on Main is hosting the fundraiser for stylists Jayne Dowdy and Christa Daoud, who are going on the 8-day mission trip in July.

Thursday, January 24, 2013

Things to Do in Dunedin This Weekend: Shred-a-Thon, Caladesi Race, Crock Pot Cook-Off and More

Looking for things to do in Dunedin this weekend? Here's a few gems we found coming up in the calendar!

Caladesi Discovery Race (*Race Day Registration OK) Shred-A-Thon Fundraiser for Pinellas Hope  Cook A Crock for a Cure Smithsonian Traveling Exhibit: "Journey Stories" Here also, we found some dog-friendly events in the Dunedin Patch calendar: Looking for more entertainment options in beautiful Dunedin, such as live music and dining specials? Search the Dunedin Patch calendar by date for more ideas. Or would you like to get your event featured in Patch? Add it to the calendar!

Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Dunedin Businesses Needed for Bowling Pin Decorating Contest

Organizers of a fundraiser for critically-ill children are looking for Dunedin businesses to decorate old bowling pins for a contest. The winner will be showcased in Dunedin Patch. Find out how you can get involved!

Saturday, October 13, 2012

Beat Cancer with Beer at Downtown Pub Crawl

Tonight's $25 pub crawl fundraiser through downtown Dunedin benefits the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Here's how to register.

Friday, July 20, 2012

5 Things to Do This Weekend

If you see people on the streets dressed like Marty McFly, Madonna, Super Man or Jem and the Holograms this Saturday, now you'll know why.

1. '80s Scavenger Hunt and Pub Crawl. Take a blast to the past this weekend with the third annual '80s Scavenger Hunt and Pub Crawl. It includes lots of fun activities including live music, a costume contest and face and glitter painting. Proceeds benefit Family Network on Disabilities. 2. Super Hero Night. Just in time for the "Dark Knight Rises," dress up in your favorite super hero costume this weekend and watch the Dunedin Blue Jays take on the St. Lucie Mets in style. The Blue Jays are giving away a special edition Blue Jay Comic Book to the first 500 fans.  3. Shell Show and Exhibit. This monthly event features an outstanding array of shells from Honeymoon Island, along with hands-on learning activities. 4. "Nights in the Moroccan …

Thursday, July 19, 2012

Back to the '80s Scavenger Hunt & Pub Crawl: What to Know

Here's everything you need to know for the Back to the '80s Scavenger Hunt & Pub Crawl Fundraiser in downtown Dunedin on Saturday.

It's time to dig those the neon leggings, slap bracelets and parachutte pants out of the closet. The 1980s are back in a big way this weekend in Dunedin.  The third annual Back to the '80s Scavenger Hunt and Pub Crawl Fundraiser includes costume contests, face painting and more. It must be fun, because it was voted as the No. 9 event fundraiser in the Tampa Bay Business Journal's "Best in the Biz" Readers' Choice Awards last year.  1) When/Where: Saturday, July 21; 5 p.m. to 2 a.m.; meet at Pioneer Park, 420 Main St. 2) To Participate: Either register online in advance or the night of the event (starting at 5 p.m.). The cost $15 for the pub crawl and anywhere from $50 to $75 to join the team scavenger hunt (price includes pub crawl drink …

Saturday, June 30, 2012

5 Things to Do This Weekend: June 29-July 1

Here are our picks for fun things to do this weekend in Dunedin. Have an idea of your own? Share it in the comments!

1. All American Art Show. Get ready for Independence Day with an All American Art Show this weekend. There will be free local and affordable art, in addition to fun, food, and games. Door prizes will be available as well. 2. "America, The Beautiful" Concert. The Kirk Pipe Organ Concert Series presents Terry Charles, an international curator of the Kirk Pipe Organ, in this American concert. Get into the American spirit with this musical event this weekend. 3. Sunset Music Series. Come out for the last event in the Sunset Music Series. Ron & The Classics will sing '50s, '60s, '70s, '80s and vocal impersonations. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket. 4. Holy Grail Movie Day. The New World Celts will host a movie day for visitors and members this …

Suncoast Animal League Saves Animals With Dog Wash Fundraiser

Does your dog need a good wash? Checkout the Suncoast Animal League Dogwash at Fairway Pizza every 4th Saturday of the month.

This past Saturday I checked out the Suncoast Animal League Dog Wash. This event is a fundraiser for Suncoast Animal League which is "dedicated to the needs of the community as it relates to the protection and welfare of animals", according to their official website.  The event is usually held on the 4th Saturday of the month in the parking lot behind Fairway Pizza and is held in Safety Harbor on the 3rd Friday of the month. Suncoast Animal League is a no-kill facility and takes in abandoned, abused, homeless, and unwanted animals. The cost is $7 for small dogs. $8 for medium dogs, and $12 for large dogs. The event organizer said at the event, "We are pleased with the setting at Fairway Pizza. There is plenty of shade available and a …

Susan Philbeck

7:53 pm on Saturday, June 30, 2012

Hard to find a better bargain, especially for those big dogs. Remember the date: 4th Saturday of every month. Proceeds go directly to the Suncoast Animal League to help them continue the wonderful work they do in our community.   more ›

Sunday, June 24, 2012

Debby Drenches Dunedin: Your Photos, Updates Here

The Chili Cookoff fundraiser for RCS Food Bank has been pushed back to Tuesday, June 26, because of heavy rain from Tropical Storm Debby.

The Dunedin Blue Jays postponed Sunday's planned Chili Cook-Off because of Tropical Storm Debby. The Chili Cook-off, a fundraiser for RCS Food Bank, is rescheduled for Tuesday, June 26, at Florida Auto Exchange Stadium, 373 Douglas Ave. It will begin at 5:30 p.m., with setup at 5 p.m.  The game against the Bradenton Marauders, originally scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Sunday, was also postponed. It will be made up as part of a doubleheader Monday beginning at 5 p.m. Today’s rainy weather is largely a result of Tropical Storm Debby, currently moving through the Gulf of Mexico and projected to make landfall later this week. While Debby isn’t expected to strike Florida, showers and strong storms are anticipated in the Tampa area at least until mid-…

Joan Lind

1:09 pm on Monday, June 25, 2012

I live in Island Towers (Woodette Drive off Causeway Blvd.) We had water up to the bottom of our fishing dock for a while, and some ponding on our grass, but our parking lot didn't fill with water, and neither did our street. I guess we have great draining, and we are directly waterfront property! Across the street, not direct waterfront, the grounds were filled with water. I never worry here at …   more ›

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