? Blue Jay Saves Woman + Spring Training Season + Seafood Festival

Hello, neighbors! I’m back in your inbox this morning with updates on all of the most important things happening in town these days. Today you’ll find news about:

Free fitness classes in Weaver Park with donation
Blue Jays manager saved woman choking at local restaurant
The Dunedin Seafood and Music Festival is coming up next month

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Here are the top 3 stories in Dunedin today:

Blue Jays manager John Schneider recently revealed that he performed the Heimlich maneuver on a woman while having lunch with his wife at Clear Sky Draught House in Dunedin. “You have to help out when you can,” Schneider said on Sunday. “I was eating lunch, and a woman was choking on, I think it was a shrimp. I wandered over there, asked if I could help, nobody at her table was helping, so a couple Heimlichs and she was all good.” The restaurant manager was quick to thank Schneider, offering him a free beer. (The Spec)
Local businesses are looking forward to the first normal spring training season since 2019. Previously, the season was affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and last year’s labor issues which caused a delayed start. This year, local businesses are looking forward to finally getting things back on track. “Business was down substantially from pre-COVID,” said Delco’s co-owner Cyndi Bowers. “We’re really looking forward to it, and we have already seen business pick up.” It was just in October that Canada lifted its cross-border travel restrictions, so Dunedin businesses especially will see an uptick in sales. (Forbes)
Save the date! The Dunedin Seafood and Music Festival is coming to Olde Bay Café and Edgewater Park on March 25 between noon and 9 p.m. Enjoy delicious food from local restaurants and pop-ups such as stone crabs, fish, ceviche, crepes, blue crabs, lobster, shrimp, burgers, chicken, hotdogs, BBQ, and so much more. They will also serve craft beers from local breweries, wine, and sangria. Local schools, civic groups, bands, and talent groups will take the community stage, providing guests with plenty of entertainment. Additionally, attendees will enjoy live music performed by local favorites Steve McNulty, Aubrey Wollet, and Jericho Turnpike. Those interested in performing on the community stage or volunteering at the event can text 727-451-9214 or email Festival@OldeBayCafe.com. (Olde Bay Café via Facebook)

Dunedin Patch Pic of the Day:

Submitted by Norma Scheele

Thank you, Norma Scheele, for sharing some awesome photos from Mardi Gras over the weekend! Here’s another one from inside the VIP tent:

Today in Dunedin:

Caregiving Survival Tips Seminar at the Hale Senior Activity Center (10 a.m.)
Stay & Play Mardi Gras Craft in Weaver Park (10:20 a.m.)
Fat Tuesday at Happy’s Bayou Bites (11 a.m.)
Fat Tuesday Mardi Gras Lawn Event at Fenway Hotel (5 p.m.)
The Wellness Tree Grand Opening on Beltrees Street (5 p.m.)
Golf Course Community Input Meeting at the Hale Senior Activity Center (6:30 p.m.)
Suncoast Sierra Club Info & Social at Caledonia Brewing (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

Want to see more photos from Mardi Gras? Check out the City of Dunedin’s Facebook page! (City of Dunedin via Facebook)
If you missed out on the Blue Jays Celebration at TD Ballpark over the weekend, the City of Dunedin shared some awesome photos on its Facebook page! (City of Dunedin via Facebook)
Adoptable puppies at the SPCA Tampa Bay shelter had a blast hanging out with Brandon Lowe and some of the other Tampa Bay Rays players over the weekend! Check out some adorable photos at the link. (SPCA Tampa Bay via Facebook)
Looking for a lazy pup to cuddle with? Meet Flicker, the 4-year-old dog who would love to share your bed or couch for an all-day snooze fest. His caretakers describe him as a sloth or slug unless there are treats or some food nearby. While he’ll love to roll around in your yard, don’t expect Flicker to be your workout buddy. Meet this adorable cuddle bug and any of his furry friends at Pinellas County Animal Services in Largo. (Pinellas County Animal Services via Facebook)
Want to win a day trip to Honeymoon Island? Follow the instructions provided at the link! The winner will receive a $30 to Cafe Honeymoon and chair and umbrella rentals for two! (Romantic Honeymoon Island via Facebook)
Driptide Wellness is coming to Dunedin! According to their website, they offer “the highest quality vitamins, minerals, amino acid nutrients, and antioxidants to deliver a custom IV Infusion, Injection, and Weight Management experience.” They will be located at 660 Douglas Ave. in downtown Dunedin. (DripTide Wellness via Facebook)
In honor of its grand opening, The Athletic Society, based in Tarpon Springs, is holding several fitness classes throughout the month of March in Weaver Park. Simply bring a donation for the Kimberly Home Center to participate! Classes include Movement & Mobility, Zumba, and Total Body – Beginner. (The Athletic Society via Facebook)