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Good morning Dunedin! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Are you overwatering your Dunedin lawn this winter?
- What Shapiro’s new deal means for Dunedin’s Blue Jays complex
Today's riddle: What did the stop sign say to the yield sign? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Find out what's happening in Dunedinfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Monday: Not as warm, with a high of 67 and low of 50 degrees.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny and beautiful, temps: high: 72, low: 59.
- Wednesday: Beautiful with clouds and sun, with a high of 76 and low of 61 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Dunedin Urges Residents to Conserve Water by Reducing Lawn Irrigation in Winter Months (hoodline.com) — Dunedin officials are urging residents to scale back lawn irrigation from December through February, noting grass needs far less water in cooler months. Backed by the Southwest Florida Water Management District, the advice stresses saving money on utility bills while helping conserve regional water supplies through simple timer and watering adjustments at home. 
Find out what's happening in Dunedinfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
• MLB News: Mark Shapiro inks 5-year deal to stay as Jays' president, CEO (cweb.com) — Toronto Blue Jays president and CEO Mark Shapiro has signed a five-year extension after leading the team to a near World Series title and major roster investments. For Dunedin fans, he also oversaw recent renovations to the Jays’ spring-training complex here, reinforcing the city’s ongoing role in the club’s future.
📸 Around Dunedin
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Dunedin
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★ Featured events ★
- Dunedin Downtown Market – December 27, 2025, Dunedin, FL
John R. Lawrence Pioneer Park, 420 Main St, Dunedin
9:00 am
Saturday December 27
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Other local events
- W-FA569 Tour of Italy with Chef Craig Tinling
Dunedin Fine Art Center , 1143 Michigan Blvd , Dunedin
6:00 pm - W-FA574 Tex-Mex Double Stacker Tacos with Chef Tara Valle
Dunedin Fine Art Center , 1143 Michigan Blvd , Dunedin
6:00 pm - A Course in Miracles
Unity Community Church , 1315 Bayshore Boulevard , Dunedin
10:00 am - Sunday Service
Unity Community Church , 1315 Bayshore Boulevard , Dunedin
10:00 am - W-YH623 Winter Break Bonanza Two-Day Workshop
Dudedin Fine Art Center Dunedin, FL 34698
9:00 am
Wednesday December 17
Thursday December 18
Friday December 19
Sunday December 21
Monday December 22
📣 Dunedin Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Let's Grow Baby Oh!
Clearwater Main Library , 100 N Osceola Ave , Clearwater
10:30 am - Woodworking Studio
Clearwater Main Library , 100 N Osceola Ave , Clearwater
11:00 am - Open Studio (ART)
Clearwater Main Library , 100 N Osceola Ave , Clearwater
10:00 am - Christmas Storytime with Santa *Registration Required**
Clearwater Main Library , 100 N Osceola Ave , Clearwater
10:30 am - Roll With It: Dungeons And Dragons Group
Clearwater Main Library , 100 N Osceola Ave , Clearwater
5:00 pm - Sunset on the Roof
Clearwater Main Library , 100 N Osceola Ave , Clearwater
5:00 pm
Monday December 15
Tuesday December 16
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Update: Pet Reunited
Norman, a cat who went missing in Dunedin, FL, has been safely reunited with their family after 1 days, 7 hours. Message from Owner: "Super gentle… (Nextdoor Historic Dunedin) - MISSING.
My baby girl snuck out yesterday around 230. Saw her at 6pm but she bolted. She's 1 1/2 yo female named dolly. Lost her in countryside manor at 1275… (Nextdoor San Christopher Dr)
- Molly Maid, LLC posted a job opening for Residential House Cleaning Professional - No Experience Required in Dunedin. Apply here.
- O'Reilly Auto Parts posted a job opening for Parts Specialist in Dunedin. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Dunedin here.
🗞 Nearby News
Palm Harbor
- Jewish community gathers in Clearwater to celebrate Hanukkah after tragic Australia shooting (fox13news.com)
- Nancy Ann (Hulst) Wilson (spencerdailyreporter.com)
Tampa
- Mother Shares Heartfelt Reflections Following Son's Tragic Death in Tampa DUI Incident (newsfinale.com)
- Sandra Kay Rickerson (villages-news.com)
- AAPI President Dr. Amit Chakrabarty strengthens community bonds by visiting chapters (newsindiatimes.com)
Ok Dunedin! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I don’t know either. They were speaking in sign language.
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