Taoist Tai Chi Society Open House April 1 and 6

April 1, 2019, 6 pm – 7 pm AND April 6, 2019, 12 pm – 1 pm
1370 Main Street, Dunedin


The Taoist Tai Chi Society in Dunedin is hosting two open houses in April that will include Tai Chi demonstrations and audience participation. Come see how Taoist Tai Chi arts can help you improve your health by reducing stress and improving balance and circulation!

New beginner classes start Sunday, April 7.  Classes are offered in Dunedin, Palm Harbor, Oldsmar (727-599-1633) and New Port Richey (727-841-4560).

For more information contact the Dunedin Taoist Tai Chi Society branch at 727-733-0860, email dunedin.fl@taoist.org, or visit our website: https://www.taoisttaichi.org/locations/dunedin-branch/.

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Graduation March 19

March 19, 2019, 6 pm
Countryside High School

3000 FL 580, Clearwater

Join us in welcoming five new K-9s as we celebrate their graduation from Basic Patrol K-9 Operations School:

– Corporal Aitken & K-9 Taco (Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office)
– Deputy Lorusso & K-9 Logan (Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office)- Deputy Baroff & K-9 Smitty (Pasco Sheriff’s Office)
– Officer Nguyen & K-9 Charlie K (Tarpon Springs Police Department)
– Officer Hansmann & K-9 Chato (Largo Police Department)

This event is free and will feature a parade of K-9 cruisers, agility demonstrations, bite demonstrations, and a few more surprises! RSVP online and share the event with your friends on Facebook here: https://bit.ly/2SZnYQl.

Creative Artists Guild of Dunedin 7th Annual “Florida Impressions” Reception

Creative Artists Guild of Dunedin will host its Art Reception for the 7th annual “Florida Impressions” show at Stirling Art Studios & Gallery, 730 Broadway/2nd floor, Dunedin, on March 8, 5:30-8:00 p.m. The reception is free and includes complimentary wine and light fare.View the artwork, and meet the artists.  Stirling artists will have their studios open. The reception is in conjunction with Dunedin 2nd Friday.

Haggis Celtic Concerts Present Runa March 2

March 2, 7:30-10 pm, the Scottish American Society of Dunedin hosts a Celtic concert featuring Runa.Runa has been pushing the boundaries of Celtic folk into Americana and roots music formats since their formation. Interweaving the haunting melodies and exuberant tunes of Ireland and Scotland with lush harmonies, they offer a thrilling and redefining take on traditional music. They’ve won Top Traditional Band at the Irish Music Awards as well as Best Live Album, Best World/Traditional Song and Best Bluegrass Song. Runa consists of vocalist and step-dancer, Shannon Lambert-Ryan, guitarist, Fionán de Barra, Cheryl Prashker on percussion, Zach White on guitar, mandolin & banjo, and Maggie White on fiddle.

Tickets available on line at eventbrite.com  or at the Celtic Shop of Dunedin, 354 Main St., Dunedin. Cash only please. $15. For more information phone: 727-465-6229.

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Career Fair February 28

If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career in law enforcement, join us on February 28th at the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Career Fair! We have multiple certified and civilian opportunities at a variety of different skill levels, from part-time crossing guard to certified law enforcement deputy.
Don’t forget to bring your resume, sheet of references, and a list of questions to ask! To read a full list of job descriptions and requirements, visit our website: https://www.pcsoweb.com/administration/human-resources/current-openings

H.O.M.E. Hosts Coffee with the Counselor April 9

House of Mercy and Encouragement will host Coffee with the Counselor featuring Dolores Mortimer
on April 9, 2019, 6:30-8:00 pm, at Our Lady of Lourdes, Conmy Center – Room B, 750 San Salvador Dr., Dunedin.

There are many types of depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. Identification of symptoms, proper diagnosis of the condition, exploring treatment options, and utilizing the right resources can restore wellness and lead to very successful outcomes. Come and explore different types of therapies, medication options, nutrition, and much more. A panel of discussion, including therapists and medical professionals will provide helpful information to assist in educating the attendees in these very complex, yet common conditions.

Dolores Mortimer, Founder and Director of the House Of Mercy and Encouragement is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, National Certified Counselor with advanced studies in pastoral counseling will address these and many other issues. To reserve a spot, e-mail: Stacy.Dennison@HouseofMercy-FL.org.

H.O.M.E. Spirit Night March 1

Friday, March 1, 5 to 8 pm, visit Chik-fil-A in the Countryside Mall for H.O.M.E. Spirit Night. H.O.M.E. will receive a portion of the sales made during this time to support its mission of serving the emotional, mental and behavioral health need of children and families. Be sure to mention H.O.M.E. when you place your order!

Welcome New Member Stephanie Joines, Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate!

Stephanie Joines, Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate, is available to assist you with buying or selling a home. She understands the idiosyncrasies of our local neighborhoods and the unique features each one offers. She uses a consultative approach, answering your questions about the process and provides support throughout.

For more information, contact Stephanie Joines at (727) 244-3845 or Stephanie.d.joines@gmail.com, or visit our website: https://www.tampabayrealestatetips.com/.

Welcome New Member St. Andrews Presbyterian Church!

St. Andrews Presbyterian Church is a member church of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) denomination, one of the Reformed theological traditions of the Christian church. We are also active in the Fellowship Community, a network of churches and leaders called together to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ by growing in Christ’s likeness, living by God’s Word, and joining in God’s mission in the world. For more information contact Joy Laughridge, joy@sapcd.org, or visit our website: https://sapcd.org/

Welcome New Member Lunz Group!

The Lunz Group is a full-service architectural firm located in Central Florida specializing in design for commercial clients in municipal, higher education, healthcare and workplace sectors. We use a value-based, client-centered design process that is centered on you, the client, from the onset of a project.

For more information contact Andrew Pavalis at (863) 682-1882 or visit our website: https://www.lunz.com/.

GFWC’s 1st Annual Curtain Call Fundraiser May 1

Chess, a significant and powerful piece of musical theater that has been referred to as a metaphor for the Cold War, features music by Benny Anderson and Bjorn Ulvaeus of the Pop Group ABBA and lyrics by Tim Rice, (the Lion King, Aladdin, Beauty, and the Beast, Evita).

Doors open at 6:30 PM – beer, wine, appetizers & desserts will be served. Opportunity baskets are available.

Purchasing a ticket automatically enters you in a drawing to win 2 reserved seats to any play during Francis Wilson’s 90th Season, 2019-2020. Tickets are $30 each. They can be purchased from any GFWC North Pinellas Woman’s Club member or contact us for more information and tickets: info@gfwcnpwc.org. 100% of net proceeds will be donated to GFWC North Pinellas Woman’s Club Foundation Inc.’s Grants and Scholarships program distributed annually in Pinellas County.

46th Annual Scholarship Luncheon and Fashion Show

The Dunedin Youth Guild will host their 46th Annual Scholarship Luncheon and Fashion Show on Saturday, March 9, 2019, at the Conmy Center (Our Lady of Lourdes Church), 750 San Salvador Drive, in Dunedin.  Doors open for a social hour at 11:00 am and lunch will be served at noon.  Additionally, there will be door prizes and many opportunities will be available to purchase tickets for beautiful items donated by members, generous merchants, and friends of the Dunedin Youth Guild.

The cost is $35.00 per person and reserved tickets can be purchased from any Dunedin Youth Guild member, by calling 727-734-0394, or online by visiting www.dunedinyouthguild.org.  For additional information about our organization, please visit our website at www.dunedinyouthguild.org.

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Shoot with the Stars

Shoot With The Stars is a sporting clay event hosted by the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office February 23, 2019, to raise funds for the Pinellas Sheriff’s Police Athletic League (PAL).

The non-profit organization benefits at-risk juveniles and supports the youth development programs at Pinellas PAL.

Visit the website to register and read more information: www.shootwiththestars.com.

Haggis Celtic Concerts Present Screaming Orphans

Image result for scottish american society dunedinFebruary 7,  7:30-10 pm, the Scottish American Society of Dunedin hosts a Celtic concert featuring the Screaming Orphans from County Donegal, Ireland. The Screaming Orphans are 4 sisters raised in the magic of County Donegal, Ireland. There’s a great tradition of music found there, especially in the Gaeltacht or Irish-speaking areas which have produced Clannad, Altan and Enya. They’ve traveled Europe, America and Canada, appearing on David Letterman and many other shows and also recorded with Peter Gabriel and on Joni Mitchell’s “Magdalene Laundries” for the Chieftains “Tears of Stone” album. This will be an acoustic concert featuring traditional songs and ballads “they learned from their Mam!”

Tickets available on line at eventbrite.com  or at the Celtic Shop of Dunedin. Cash only please. $12 in advance or $15 at the door. Refreshments will be on sale at the event and please bring non-perishable food for Dunedin Cares, Inc. For more information phone: 727-465-6229.

Welcome New Member GFWC North Pinellas Women’s Club

GFWC North Pinellas Woman’s Club is a nonprofit service organization working to improve the community by volunteering our time and financial resources through programs and fundraising that support numerous local charities and groups in Pinellas County. GFWC North Pinellas Woman’s Club attends to the diverse needs of the community through service projects, fundraising, education, leadership, and friendship.

For more information contact Laura Connelly, President, gfwcnpwcpresident@gmail.com.

Welcome New Member House of Mercy & Encouragement!

The House Of Mercy & Encouragement Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to faithfully providing mental health and educational services to children and their families that encourage caring, compassion, and a sense of well being in a welcoming and comfortable environment.

HOME provides play therapy, family counseling, behavior management, mental health workshops and assessments, referral networking to parents, educational support and tutoring. We serve children 2 years old through adolescence. The majority of children we serve are preschoolers through the early high school years.

For more information contact Stacy Dennison, Community Outreach Coordinator, Stacy.Dennison@houseofmercy-fl.org or (727) 786-7951.

Welcome New Member SCUBAnauts International!

The SCUBAnauts International™ marine science education program was founded in May  2001 in an effort to introduce young men and women, ages 12-18, to informal science education through underwater exploration.

The uniqueness of the SCUBAnauts International program is its focus on guided learning by discovery. With each new exploration, we step into unknown and exciting experiences. Our activities center around leadership, environmental science, community service, social interaction, fitness, and citizenship. Through marine research SCUBA diving, classroom participation, project leadership, research expeditions, field trips, weekend excursions and one-on-one interaction with mentors, Nauts master skills that will be beneficial for the rest of their lives and make them better stewards of our environment.

For more information, visit http://scubanautsintl.org/ or call Cyndi Foisey (727) 688-0239.

Welcome New Member 3 Choices Creative Communications!

3 Choices Creative Communications helps you deliver the right message to the right person in the right format. Founder Margaret Meps Schulte specializes in marketing and communications for nonprofits, artists, and authors – people with a mission to make the world a better place. She recognizes that you have limited resources, and she uses the power of creativity to help you identify and reach your audience. Formerly based in Seattle, Washington, Meps brings 35 years of experience in creative communications to Dunedin and the Tampa Bay area. Her portfolio includes websites, videos, print collateral, training materials, document vaults, and the strategy to put it all together. Not only that, but clients say she’s fun to work with!

Visit http://www.3greatchoices.com for more information or give Meps a call at 206-232-1234.