Marvel-ous workshops announced for Sunscreen Film Festival
ST. PETERSBURG, FL – (APRIL 4, 2023) – The Sunscreen Film Festival is excited to present its full slate of guests and workshops for 2023 taking place at the AMC Theaters Sundial in St. Petersburg, from Thursday, April 27 through Sunday, April 30, 2023.
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ST. PETERSBURG, FL – (MARCH 7, 2023) – The Sunscreen Film Festival is excited to present its full slate of films and workshops for 2023 taking place at the AMC Theaters Sundial in St. Petersburg, from Thursday, April 27 through Sunday, April 30, 2023.
Read full storyDunedin artist, Essie Bergen, creates adorable 'Mama & Me' series inspired by her newborn son
Essie Bergen's new 'Mama & Me' series will be available starting March 1. Dunedin resident and artist, Essie Bergen, is currently working on a new series, "Mama & Me," inspired by the recent birth of her son. The initial rollout of the collection includes two floral designs, one featuring the state of Florida and the second featuring the word “MAMA." Both designs are available on t-shirts, greeting cards, and prints on her website.
Read full storyJolley Trolley launches largest hop-on, hop-off brew crawl
Includes 20 stops at the best breweries and entertainment venues from Clearwater Beach to Tarpon Springs. Clearwater, FL - Pinellas County is home to some of the leading breweries and brew masters in Florida and undeniably the United States, not to mention wine, distilleries, tiki and rooftop bars, and unique entertainment venues. In an effort to help locals and visitors alike visit these amazing destinations, the Jolley Trolley is launching a new fun, and safe way to visit 20 of the best destinations in North Pinellas. The 38-foot pirate-themed trolley will begin rolling from Clearwater Beach to Tarpon Springs on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays this weekend. Next weekend, a second pirate-themed trolley will be joining the voyage to make for more frequent stops at each location. Guests can pay one fee to hop on at any of the participating locations and hop off at as many of the stops as they choose; the one-cost ticket can be used all weekend. The participating locations will be providing specials for guests as well.
Read full storyPinellas Update: County to open two community shelters tonight
Winds and rain from Tropical Storm Nicole are expected to intensify Wednesday evening. Pinellas County is under a tropical storm warning, and the area may experience winds of up to 65 miles per hour overnight tonight into Thursday afternoon. While Wednesday evening and Thursday morning will have lower-than-usual tidal levels, coastal flooding is anticipated on Thursday evening going into Friday morning.
Read full storySavor St. Pete returns November 5 & 6 for its 10-year anniversary
Attention all foodies! Savor St. Pete is back this weekend in downtown St. Petersburg celebrating its 10-year anniversary. The two-day festival will take place on November 5 and November 6 in North Straub Park overlooking Tampa Bay.
Read full storyPinellas plans webinar, education campaign for Tenants Bill of Rights
Ordinance goes into effect Oct. 3 to address income discrimination, notice of rent increases. Following County Commission approval in August, the countywide Tenants Bill of Rights goes into effect Oct. 3.
Read full storyLocal Dunedin bar plays host to feature film
If you haven’t heard about the feature film currently filming in the Tampa/Clearwater area you will. In fact, when restaurateur Luanne Haver got the call from the production she knew she wanted to be a part of it. Stirling Wine, Dunedin's premier wine bar, has been selected as a location site for the local film, “Women Want Everything!”
Read full storyHouse of Mercy and Encouragement Foundation presents Help, Hope, and Healing Mental Health Conference
Dunedin, FL – House of Mercy & Encouragement (HOME) Foundation will present Help, Hope, & Healing, a mental health conference, taking place at Our Lady of Lourdes Church on Saturday, September 17, 2022, that will provide knowledge and resources to all members of the community.
Read full storyCreative Pinellas announces a new mural project at St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport
Creative Pinellas is excited to announce that they are partnering with St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE) on an exciting PIE Gate 12 Mural project located at 14700 Terminal Blvd #221, Clearwater, FL 33762. This mural project will consist of two murals over three walls at Gate 12 and the murals will feel complimentary to each other while still having their own style.
Read full storyTop kid-friendly events happening in Dunedin this Summer
Looking for plans your kids will love this summer? Here's a list of some of the most exciting events happening in Dunedin throughout July and August! If you're hosting a kid-friendly event in Dunedin that wasn't listed, feel free to add it in the comments section!
Read full storyDecision made by Dunedin quilting group leads to fundraiser earning $2,100 for Ukraine relief
The quilt that was raffled off to raise money for Ukraine| COGS Crafters Facebook. A crafting group at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd in Dunedin raised $2,100 for the Episcopal Relief & Development’s Ukraine Crisis Response Fund. Even though they started the project weeks before Russia invaded Ukraine, a crucial decision made back in January ultimately inspired them to host a fundraiser aiding Ukrainian refugees.
Read full storyPinellas BCC updates ordinance governing retail sale of dogs or cats
Changes promote humane treatment of animals, enhance consumer protections. The Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) on Tuesday passed a series of updates to its animal ordinance that will ban the opening of new retail stores that sell dogs and/or cats while grandfathering in existing stores. The amendments provide for new stricter regulations on commercial pet retail establishments while keeping existing requirements in effect for hobby breeders who produce no more than two litters or 20 dogs or cats per year.
Read full storyPinellas County Commission to host Free Fresh Food Giveaway
Free drive-thru event on June 10th is open to all county residents. Event to be held at England Brothers Park, 5010 81st Avenue North, Pinellas Park. Free food giveaway is a joint effort between the Pinellas County Commission, St. Pete Free Clinic and community partners.
Read full storyPinellas County to host free Hurricane Preparedness Day event on June 4
The family-friendly event will run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Lealman Exchange. Hurricane season is here, and Pinellas County will host a free Hurricane Preparedness Day event on Saturday, June 4, to provide residents with a wealth of information and resources.
Read full storyPinellas: Department of Solid Waste will no longer collect household electronics for recycling
Program change asks residents to donate working household electronics, bring electronics to recycling drop-off or place electronics in garbage for curbside collection. Public information sessions to be held throughout month of June.
Read full storyAnnual ‘Paint Dunedin Purple’ fundraiser is expanding to Safety Harbor
Residents of both cities to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s Association. DUNEDIN, Fla., May 23, 2022 – For the past three years, Dunedin resident Steve Olson has joined in the fight to end Alzheimer’s by encouraging local businesses and friends to help him “Paint Dunedin Purple” in support of the Alzheimer’s Association. This Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, he is bringing the fundraiser back again, and this time, he’s casting a wider net.
Read full storyPinellas County Construction Licensing Board vacancy announced
Pinellas County is now accepting applications to fill one vacancy on the Pinellas County Construction Licensing Board (PCCLB). This appointment will fulfill the remainder of a current term ending on Sept. 30, 2022.
Read full storyBig Storm Brewing Co. creates signature beer in honor of country singer
Country singer Craig Campbell at Big Storm Brewing Co |Instagram. Instagram video brings Clearwater-based company& Nashville performer together for a new partnership. Clearwater, Fla. – Big Storm Brewing Co. is releasing a signature beer in honor of country singer Craig Campbell; C.C. Cold Beer. After seeing an acoustic performance of Campbell’s popular single “All My Friends Drink Beer” on Instagram, Big Storm commented, “but do all your friends drink Big Storm beer?” Campbell replied and soon after a new partnership was formed. Big Storm brewed C.C. Cold Beer, a smooth pilsner for all your friends to enjoy.
Read full storyThe Dunedin Fine Art Center reaches one year in 'Facebook Jail'
This week marks the one-year anniversary of a 46-year-old Pinellas county cultural institution running into the buzz-saw of a social media giant’s algorithm-driven artificial intelligence assassin.
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