🌱 Volunteers Needed Saturday + Preschool Power Hour + Annual Toy Run

Hi all! It's Kristen, your host of the Dunedin Daily. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town. In today's issue, you'll find these stories and more...

• Intergenerational Week in Dunedin has officially begun
• Volunteers needed for this weekend's Old Fashioned Christmas event
• Ride through Dunedin for the Suncoast Brotherhood's 42nd Annual Toy Run

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Sunny and pleasant. High: 79 Low: 63.

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Here are the top 3 stories today in Dunedin:

1. Dunedin Parks & Recreation is looking for teen and adult volunteers to help with the annual Old Fashioned Christmas event on Dec. 10 between 4 and 9:30 p.m. Volunteers will assist with the craft tables, games, train ride, s'mores station, carriage ride, and snow slide. Two lucky volunteers will lend Santa a hand as his elves! This experience is a great way to volunteer with friends and family or fulfill volunteer service hours. Those interested in volunteering can call Franchesca Molinary at 727-812-4530 or email fmolinary@dunedinfl.net. (Dunedin Gov)
2. Does your toddler enjoy learning about different animals? Sign them up for Little Explorers Preschool Power Hour today, Dec. 6, at the Dunedin Public Library between 11 a.m. and noon! This monthly educational program for kids between three and five years old covers different topics during each workshop, with this month's topic being Winter Animals. Kids will learn about how different animals experience winter while making new friends. Register them online now, or if you can't make it this month, plan ahead for their future workshops. (Dunedin Library)
3. Suncoast Brotherhood's 42nd Annual Toy Run is scheduled for Dec. 18 at noon! Pinellas County's longest-running and safest toy run will kick things off at the American Legion Post 275 on Wilson Street. From there, the route takes participants to Curlew Road, Belcher Road, and around Downtown Dunedin! Check out this map of the route to be sure you catch a glimpse of everyone on their bikes. Those interested in participating should expect to pay a $5 registration fee and should bring an unwrapped toy or gift card to benefit the Pinellas County Foster and Adoptive Parent Association. A party will be held after the toy run at the American Legion with raffles, vendors, and a live auction. (Suncoast Brotherhood)

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Today in Dunedin:

• Business Before Hours at The Ivory Palm and Iberian Import Co. (8 a.m.)
• Seaglass Starfish Ornament Workshop at the Institute For Creative Arts (10:30 a.m.)
• Preschool Power Hour at the Dunedin Public Library (11 a.m.)
• Marketing on Social Media Seminar at PAVA (1 p.m.)
• Music Mash at the Dunedin Public Library (4 p.m.)
• Virtual Author Talk with Geraldine Brooks (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Don't forget, Intergenerational Week in Dunedin has officially begun! Enjoy some of the free events planned at the library, Hale Senior Activity Center, and more. Check out the link for a full schedule. (Dunedin Gov)
• It looks like construction has begun at Frozen in Paradise, an adult frozen slushy bar and lounge coming soon to Dunedin! Be sure to follow them on Facebook to receive updates on opening day. (Frozen in Paradise via Facebook)
• Dunedin Stirling Soccer Club is offering two Winter Soccer Camp sessions for kids looking for something fun to do during their winter break! Sessions run from Dec. 26 through Dec. 30 and Jan. 2 through Jan. 6. Choose from half-day and full-day camps. Single days are available upon request. (Dunedin Stirling Soccer Club via Facebook | Register Here)
• In honor of Celebrate Shelter Pets Day on Monday, Pinellas County Government shared some ways you can celebrate and help bring awareness to pets in need of homes. If you're able to, adopt a pet from a shelter. Never buy a pet! You can also support your local shelter by volunteering or making a donation. Finally, they suggest celebrating by spoiling your shelter pup with extra hugs and kisses! (Pinellas County Government via Facebook)
• The annual ESE Career, College, and Life Fair is scheduled for Dec. 7 between 6 and 7:30 p.m. at Pinellas Technical College in Clearwater. This free event helps students with disabilities and their families plan for the future. (Pinellas County Schools via Facebook | PCSB)

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