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SUMMARY:Hope Spot Festival 2023
DESCRIPTION:See more info on the Hope Spot Festival here\n\n\nCLICK HERE to see the List of Exhibitors\, Hands on Activities and Speakers from last year!\n\nLearn more about the Florida Gulf Coast Hope Spot here:\nhttps://bluegreenconn.org/hope-spot/\n\nQuestions? Please contact events@bluegreenconnections.org
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/2023-hope-spot-festival/
LOCATION:Edgewater Park\, 51 Main St\, Dunedin\, FL\, 34698\, United States
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SUMMARY:Hope Learning Youth Webinar #2 - Salty Science
DESCRIPTION:Please register via Zoom at: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_M9TG9ss0R46bUk3CIdlf4Q \nBlue-Green Connections presents\, the “Hope Learning Youth Webinar” series! Come meet our guest speaker\, and Hope Spot Protector\, Noelle Helder! \nWe will be chatting with Noelle\, as she calls in from Fairbanks\, Alaska where she is currently working on a coastal mapping project! Join us for our discussion about women in science\, her journey and how she is preparing for a trip across the Atlantic ocean! Submit a question during the live zoom event and be entered into our raffle to win a prize! \nRegister today\, to be emailed a zoom link for the event on Tuesday January 24th @ 5pm EST!
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/hope-learning-youth-webinar-1-ecosystems-and-species-of-the/
LOCATION:FL
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SUMMARY:Edgewater Park and Dunedin Marina Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Join Blue-Green Connections at Edgewater Park in downtown Dunedin for a shoreline cleanup.  Help keep plastics and other trash from becoming marine debris protect our Hope Spot! \nWHERE TO MEET: Edgewater Park. Cleanup registration will be just west of the restrooms at the park \nWHAT TO WEAR: Please wear closed toed shoes and clothing you don’t mind getting dirty. We recommend bringing a hat or sunglasses too.  The City of Dunedin requires volunteers to wear identifying clothing.  Orange vests will be provided.   Blue-Green Connections shirts that feature the exclusive image of the turtle from the Dunedin Water Tower will also be available for purchase.  All proceeds from shirt sales will help advance our non-profit’s environmental efforts. \nWHAT TO EXPECT: All cleanup supplies are provided including pickers\, reusable gloves\, trash bags\, sunscreen\, hand sanitizer\, and bug spray. A water refill station will be provided\, please bring a reusable water bottle. \n*** \n**Please note: There is no need to print a “ticket” to attend.**
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/edgewater-park-and-dunedin-marina-cleanup/
LOCATION:Edgewater Park\, 51 Main St\, Dunedin\, FL\, 34698\, United States
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SUMMARY:ThanksGIVING Hurricane Relief Drive for SW Florida
DESCRIPTION:This Thanksgiving season\, if we have food\, shelter\, clothes\, and access to clean water\, we should feel blessed. Many of our neighbors in Southwest Florida are not as fortunate.  Some lost everything in Hurricane Ian and are still struggling to put food on their table.  Blue-Green Connections is partnering with Water Warrior Alliance to deliver needed supplies to these folks.  Please join us in making their holiday season a little brighter! \nDonation locations:\nWild Iris Cafe – now through 2pm Friday 12/2 – drop-off\nWild Iris Cafe – 12/2 8am-2pm – Fill the RV and visit Blue-Green Connections table while sipping your cup of joe!\nDunedin Boat Club – 6pm – 7pm Thursday\, 12/1 – drop-off\nItems Needed – The items below are especially needed.  Clothing should be new or very gently used (no stains\, etc) and preferably sorted by gender and size.  Christmas presents should be new and unwrapped.  All other items should be clean and in good working condition. \n\nKids toys\nChristmas donations\nBatteries\nCoolers\nFood (local restaurants are welcome to donate food.  It will be heated it back up to its glory on site!)\nCleaning supplies\nStorage totes and containers\nTarps\nLandscaping tools\nShovels\nWheel barrels\nGift cards\nClothes- sorted\, like new gently used\n\nAs you’re shopping for Thanksgiving dinner or Black Friday sales\, please consider throwing a little something extra in for those less fortunate in mind. \nMany thanks to Water Warrior Alliance for organizing the delivery.  Delivery will be made on December 3rd to Fort Myers Beach- Beach Baptist Church at 10:30 am.  A caravan will meet at Edgewater Park at 7:00 am and depart Dunedin at 7:10 am.  If you have a truck and a load\, please feel free to join us!
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/thanksgiving-hurricane-relief-drive-for-sw-florida/
LOCATION:FL
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SUMMARY:Dunedin Parks Shoreline Cleanup with Plant/Seed Swap
DESCRIPTION:Join Blue-Green Connections at Edgewater Park in downtown Dunedin for a shoreline cleanup and plant/seed swap.  Protect our Hope Spot by helping to keep plastics and other trash from becoming marine debris!  Plants can also protect our waters! Planting natives and otherwise useful non-invasive plants help the environment and/or prevent unnecessary pollution.  Do you have natives\, edibles\, medicinals\, nitrogen fixers\, pollinator plants\, etc\, that you’d like to share?  Bring them!  After the cleanup\, beginning at 10:30\, those involved can swap for ones they don’t have or just give or receive while meeting like-minded people!  There will be no charge for the plants/seeds\, just an opportunity to all learn\, give and receive \nREGISTER HERE:\n \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/dunedin-parks-shoreline-cleanup-with-plantseed-swap-tickets-411569695037 \nWHEN:  \n\n8:45 – 9:00 am – Registration\n9:00 -11:00 am – Edgewater Park & Marina Cleanup and Plant/Seed Swap\n\nWHERE TO MEET: Edgewater Park\, Dunedin\, FL. Registration will be at the pavilion at the NE corner of the park (near Edgewater and Main Street intersection.)  All participants in the cleanup and plant swap must register and sign waiver. \nWHAT TO WEAR: Please wear closed toed shoes and clothing you don’t mind getting dirty. We recommend bringing a hat or sunglasses too.  The City of Dunedin requires volunteers to wear identifying clothing.  Orange vests will be provided.   Blue-Green Connections shirts that feature the exclusive image of the turtle from the Dunedin Water Tower will also be available for purchase.  All proceeds from shirt sales will help advance our non-profit’s environmental efforts. \nWHAT TO EXPECT: All cleanup supplies are provided including pickers\, reusable gloves\, trash bags\, sunscreen\, hand sanitizer\, and bug spray. A water refill station will be provided\, please bring a reusable water bottle. \n*** \n**Please note: REGISTRATION REQUIRED VIA EVENTBRITE LINK \nThere is no need to print a “ticket” to attend.**
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/edgewater-park-cleanup-2023-09/
LOCATION:Edgewater Park\, 51 Main St\, Dunedin\, FL\, 34698\, United States
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SUMMARY:Living Shoreline Restoration and Planting - Ignacio Haya Linear Park
DESCRIPTION:Local environmental groups are banding together to assist the Ecosphere Restoration Institute\, The City of Tampa\, the Environmental Protection Commission of Hillsborough County\, and the South Seminole Heights Civic Association in installing native plants at Ignacio Haya Linear Park. The goal is to create a living shoreline and return the area to a healthy\, thriving watershed. \nBlue-Green Connections is teaming up with Ol’ Salty Souls\, The Water Warrior Alliance\, and Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful to offer logistical support and assistance. Volunteers are needed to help plant native trees\, shrubs\, and grasses\, in the designated areas. If the project is completed early\, a clean-up of the park is scheduled. As part of the day’s goals\, the groups plan on cleaning up an overgrown drainage ditch and returning it to a meandering stream. \nThe groups will provide all supplies necessary\, so volunteers need only bring their green thumbs. \nEcosphere Restoration Institute has been working throughout the greater Tampa Bay area to restore and improve wetlands\, coastal areas and return the area to a thriving\, healthy watershed. By partnering with local environmental groups\, they can gain access to a wider group of volunteers to achieve their mission. \nParking is available along North River Boulevard and North Osborne Avenue\, but carpooling is recommended.
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/living-shoreline-restoration-and-planting-ignacio-haya-linear-park/
LOCATION:Ignacio Haya Linear Park\, 5108 N River Blvd\, Tampa\, FL\, 33603\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T080000
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SUMMARY:Hands Across the Sands 2022 - Dunedin Causeway
DESCRIPTION:Blue-Green Connections\, the City of Dunedin and Keep Pinellas Beautiful invite all who enjoy our local waters to stand together in support of keeping our waters healthy and against offshore drilling in the Gulf of Mexico.\nWHEN\n8:00-9:30 – Registration (Just east of the restrooms on he south side of the causeway)\n8:00 – 9:30am – Causeway Cleanup\n9:40 – 10am – Words from city commissioners\, staff\, and environmental groups\n10:00 – Join hands (or not) and form a line in the sand to stand in solidarity against offshore drilling \n\nWHO\nYou! Hands Across the Sand is a movement made up of people from all walks of life; parents\, friends\, neighbors\, small business owners\, and more. We span political lines\, geographic boundaries\, and socioeconomic groups. We are united by the desire to protect our oceans\, marine life\, wildlife\, our environment and our way of life.\n\nWHAT TO BRING/HOW TO ARRIVE\nWe recommend bringing sunscreen\, a hat or sunglasses\, and a reusable bottle to stay hydrated. If you forget your bottle\, there will be a (very) limited supply of Hope Spot water bottles for sale and water fountains nearby. We encourage a reduced use of fossil fuels\, so carpooling\, biking\, walking and skateboarding are all highly encouraged!\n\nAFTERWARDS\nStay to frolic in the water and bask in the sun\, bike/walk to Honeymoon Island\, or hop a ferry\, kayak\, or paddleboard to Caladesi Island (rentals available from Sail Honeymoon). Call the Local Tiki Rides after 5pm for free group transportation to Downtown Dunedin to enjoy the many shops\, restaurants\, breweries and bars and explore all that Dunedin has to offer!\nCool side note – If you approach the causeway from the east on Curlew Rd\, check out the new artwork on the water tower! Inspired by the Florida Gulf Coast Hope Spot and Dunedin’s Hope Spot “Home City” designation\, Henry the Gopher tortoise has been partially completed! For more information on the Florida Gulf Coast Hope Spot visit https://bluegreenconn.org/hope-spot/\n\nFor more information visit our Facebook event page\nwww.facebook.com/events/317873517157141\n\n\nTo register for the cleanup\, please visit \n\n\n\n\n\nwww.eventbrite.com/e/dunedin-causeway-cleanup-tickets-337344846517
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/hands-across-the-sands-2022-dunedin-causeway/
LOCATION:Dunedin Causeway South\, 61 Causeway Blvd\, Dunedin\, FL\, 34698\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220227T210000
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SUMMARY:Hope Spot Gala
DESCRIPTION:  \nIt’s time for Blue-Green Connections’ annual celebration of our Florida Gulf Coast Hope Spot on February 27! \nJoin us for an elegant evening gala at the historic Fenway Hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy live jazz music and gourmet hors d’oeuvres from 360 Eats\, pose with living mermaids\, and socialize with like minded individuals from 5-6pm. Then enter the ballroom where captivating speakers will engage a roomful of guests dining on chef prepared\, sustainably sourced fare from HEW Parlor & Chophouse. Learn about the importance the Florida Gulf Coast\, sustainable actions and on-going efforts to keep it healthy for generations to come. Top the night with dessert and a silent auction. \nEarly Bird tickets available now! \nDinner from executive chef Eric McHugh includes Seared King Oyster Mushroom “Scallops”\, Grain Mustard Staetzle\, Brussel Sprouts\, Frisee and Grapefruit Buerre Blanc. \nSpeakers include: \n— Paige Konger-Henry – Blue-Green Connections Board of Directors \n— Cameron Macleish – CEO & Founder 360 Eats \n— Dr. TH Culhane – Director of Climate Change and Sustainability at USF Patel College of Global Sustainability \n— Dr. Laura Harrison and Dr. Brooke Hansen\, USF Egmont Key Project \n— Dr. Ryan Orgera – Ocean Conservationist \n— Ed Sherwood – Director Tampa Bay Estuary Program \n— Natalie Gass – City of Dunedin Sustainability Coordinator \n— Shelby Thomas – CEO & Founder Ocean Rescue Alliance | 1000 Mermaids Artificial Reef Project \nDunedin\, the home city of this Hope Spot\, is especially near and dear to Mission Blue’s heart– this town is where Dr. Sylvia Earle\, founder of Mission Blue\, grew up and first fell in love with the ocean. Dr. Earle’s marine conservation nonprofit Mission Blue declared the Florida Gulf Coast a Hope Spot in recognition of the action from research programs\, conservation projects and educational programs of the several dozen organizations hard at work along the coast to preserve the area’s ecosystems and life within them. Join us to celebrate the Florida Gulf Coast Hope Spot and all working to preserve it. \nDress: Florida Cocktail Attire \nBlue-Green Connections is a 501c3 organization.
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/hope-spot-gala/
LOCATION:Fenway Hotel\, 453 Edgewater Dr\, Dunedin\, FL\, 34698\, United States
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SUMMARY:Save the West Klosterman Preserve Fundraiser - Property Tour & Brewery Crawl
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun adventure as we raise funds to help save the West Klosterman Preserve!\nTickets for this event are $20.00\n– Exclusive tour of the property *for first 25 tickets sold*! (purchase asap)\n– Opportunity for a gift with every ticket purchase. Opportunities at each location.\n– Link to sign up above ^^^\n– Link to sign waiver here:\nhttps://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=7013q000002GUb1AAG&mapLinkHref=\nSchedule:\n3:00PM – WKP Property Tour\n4:15 – 5:15PM @ Silverking Brewing\n5:30 – 7:00PM @ Unrefined Brewing\n7:15 – 8:30PM @ Brighter Days Brewing\n– Parking for the brewery crawl in public lot off South Ring Avenue between Lemon & Tarpon Avenues\, behind Silverking Brewing (325 E Lemon St\, Tarpon Springs\, FL 34689). Additional street parking available.\n\n– Please plan for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. Drink responsibly. No underage drinking permitted. Never drink & drive\, have a designated driver.\n\n– Covid Safety: Most of the event will take place outdoors. Please do not attend if you have been exposed or are not feeling well. Please wear masks inside and when social distancing isn’t possible.\n\n**All proceeds will go to the Pinellas Community Foundation\, West Klosterman Preserve Fund\, directly supporting the purchase and creation of the West Klosterman Preserve\, a 14-acre forest in Tarpon Springs\, preventing it from being sold to developers. For more information visit:\nhttps://pinellascf.org/giving/wkpreserve-fund/\nhttps://wkpreserve.com
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/save-the-west-klosterman-preserve-fundraiser-property-tour-brewery-crawl/
LOCATION:West Klosterman Preserve 28.123408\, -82.774089\, 28.123408\, -82.774089
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SUMMARY:Eat\, Drink Local (Dunedin)
DESCRIPTION:Join us during the City of Dunedin and Blue-Green Connections’ annual celebration of the Florida Gulf Coast Hope Spot! \nThe Hope Spot Festival is a free event open to the public on February 12th at Edgewater Park in Dunedin. The Eat & Drink Local section will feature a full dinner plate of samples from local eateries\, dessert\, and 5 drink samples from local breweries and bars. The commemorative mug will be yours to take home!  \nFeaturing Jesse Ray Stout performing live! \nGenerous local establishments donating samples include: \n\nCueni Brewing Co.\nHOB Brewing Company\nStirling Wine\n7venth Sun Brewery\nThe Honu\nBeach Island Brewery\nCasa Tinas\nLiving Forward House\nOhana Cafe\nCorvo Bianco\nWild Iris\nThe Marshmallow Factory\nHuarache Azteca\nMangos & Marley\n\nThe home city of the Florida Gulf Coast Hope Spot\, Dunedin\, is especially near and dear to Mission Blue’s heart– this town is where Dr. Sylvia Earle\, founder of Mission Blue\, grew up and first fell in love with the ocean. Dr. Earle’s marine conservation nonprofit Mission Blue declared the Florida Gulf Coast a Hope Spot in recognition of the action from research programs\, conservation projects and educational programs of the several dozen organizations hard at work along the coast to preserve the area’s ecosystems and life within them. We look forward to celebrating it with you!
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/eat-drink-local-2/
LOCATION:Edgewater Park\, 51 Main St\, Dunedin\, FL\, 34698\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T180000
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SUMMARY:Mermaid Art Sculpture via SHAMc Artreach (Festival Event)
DESCRIPTION:The project is part of SHAMc’s Artreach program\, led by up-cycle artist and activist Heather Richardson and Michael Montini.  They will guide the creation of a community contributed sculpture\, using the collected and found trash during the Hope Spot Festival. The creation will take place in front of the gazebo with full community contribution. \nAt 9am on February 12th\, during HopeSpot Festival\, Blue-Green Connections is partnering with Keep Pinellas Beautiful\, Sweetwater Kayaks and Water Warrior Alliance for a waterfront cleanup.  Trash collected from this cleanup and throughout the festival will be utilized to create this  piece of art that is expected to later reside in John Grant Hubbard Park on Edgewater Drive in Dunedin next to the Hope Spot Signage. \nKumpa Tawornprom\, well known for creating large art sculptures at them parks\, Clearwater Marine Aquarium\, etc\, has been working with SHAMc artists to create the armature.  Join us and be a part of this community contributed work of art!!
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/mermaid-art-sculpture-via-shamc-artreach-festival-event/
LOCATION:Edgweater Park\, Dunedin\, 51 Main St.\, Dunedin\, FL\, 34698\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mermaid Art Sculpture via SHAMc Artreach (Festival Event)
DESCRIPTION:The project is part of SHAMc’s Artreach program\, led by up-cycle artist and activist Heather Richardson and Michael Montini.  They will guide the creation of a community contributed sculpture\, using the collected and found trash during the Hope Spot Festival. The creation will take place in front of the gazebo with full community contribution. \nAt 9am on February 12th\, during HopeSpot Festival\, Blue-Green Connections is partnering with Keep Pinellas Beautiful\, Sweetwater Kayaks and Water Warrior Alliance for a waterfront cleanup.  Trash collected from this cleanup and throughout the festival will be utilized to create this  piece of art that is expected to later reside in John Grant Hubbard Park on Edgewater Drive in Dunedin next to the Hope Spot Signage. \nKumpa Tawornprom\, well known for creating large art sculptures at them parks\, Clearwater Marine Aquarium\, etc\, will be workin with SHAMc artists to create the armature.  Join us and be a part of this community contributed work of art!!
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/mermaid-art-sculpture-installation-via-shamc-artreach/
LOCATION:Edgweater Park\, Dunedin\, 51 Main St.\, Dunedin\, FL\, 34698\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T100000
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SUMMARY:2nd Annual Hope Spot Festival!
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE for more details\n\n\nCLICK HERE to see the List of Exhibitors\, Hands on Activities and Speakers!\n\nCLICK HERE to learn more about the Florida Gulf Coast Hope Spot\n\nQuestions? Please contact info@bluegreenconnections.org
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/2nd-annual-hope-spot-festival/
LOCATION:Edgewater Park\, 51 Main St\, Dunedin\, FL\, 34698\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue-Green Connections":MAILTO:info@bluegreenconnections.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T230000
DTSTAMP:20260423T145140
CREATED:20220131T044741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220131T045342Z
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SUMMARY:Waterfront and Dunedin Marina Kayak Cleanup beginning at Edgewater Park in Dunedin!
DESCRIPTION:Join Blue-Green Connections\, Keep Pinellas Beautiful\, Water Warrior Alliance\, and Sweetwater Kayaks on Feb. 12th at Edgewater Park in downtown Dunedin for a cleanup in celebration of the Florida Gulf Coast Hope Spot! Volunteers are encouraged to attend the Florida Gulf Coast Hope Spot Festival after the cleanup. \nSHAMc Artreach\, led by upcycle artist and activist Heather Richardson and Michael Montini\, will guide the creation of a community contributed sculpture\, using the collected and found trash during the Hope Spot Festival Waterfront Cleanup. \n*** \nWHEN: Saturday\, February 12th from 9 AM to 11 AM \nWHERE TO MEET: Edgewater Park. Cleanup registration will be just west of the restrooms at the park (see map below – tan oval) \nWHAT TO WEAR: Please wear closed toed shoes and clothing you don’t mind getting dirty. We recommend bringing a hat or sunglasses too. \nWHAT TO EXPECT: All cleanup supplies are provided including pickers\, reusable gloves\, trash bags\, sunscreen\, hand sanitizer\, and bug spray. A water refill station will be provided\, please bring a reusable water bottle. \n*** \nFor questions\, please contact Stephanie Lawler-Ellington at sellington@kpbcares.org \n**Please note: There is no need to print a “ticket” to attend.**
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/waterfront-and-dunedin-marina-kayak-cleanup-beginning-at-edgewater-park-in-dunedin/
LOCATION:Edgewater Park\, 51 Main St\, Dunedin\, FL\, 34698\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue-Green Connections":MAILTO:info@bluegreenconnections.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220207T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220207T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T145140
CREATED:20220131T042535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220131T052215Z
UID:3705-1644253200-1644267600@bluegreenconn.org
SUMMARY:Casa Tina - Eat\, Drink\, Support Our Waters and Preserve Our History - 3D Virtual Reality FUNdraiser
DESCRIPTION:Want to contribute to Dunedin’s green scene\, coastal and historic preservation all at the same time in a fun\, educational\, and delicious way? Join us February 7th at Casa Tina for dinner\, drinks and a 3d goggle virtual reality experience you won’t want to miss! Many thanks to Casa Tina who will generously donate 20% of the generating sales to Blue-Green Connections.\n\nThis fundraiser is a collaborative effort between Blue-Green Connections\, USF\, Casa Tina’s and the Pinellas Community Foundation. Blue-Green Connections is a Dunedin-based nonprofit working to protect our local land and waters. Reserve a night out now and experience a unique opportunity to learn more about our special local waters and peer into the rich history of Egmont Key. Reservations should be made in advance by calling Casa Tinas directly at 727-734-9226. Let them know you’re with the Blue-Green Connections Hope Spot Fundraiser.\n\nDr. Laura Harrison\, Director of University of South Florida’s Access 3D Lab\, will be showcasing the Egmont Key Virtual Reality Experience. It offers a virtual tour of the island’s coastal habitats and endangered heritage sites.\n\nHave you hea\nrd about the Kellogg Mansion in Dunedin? The Pinellas Community Foundation\, in collaboration with the Dunedin History Museum\, is spearheading an effort to virtually preserve the Kellogg Mansion in much the same way as the Egmont Key project. Come out and experience first hand the technology that will be used for the Kellogg Mansion Digital Preservation. \n\nFew people realize that Egmont Key\, now a wildlife refuge off the coast of St. Petersburg\, FL\, was once an island internment camp where Seminole Indians were imprisoned during the Indian Removal Period\, from 1856-1858.\n\nIn the past 150 years\, half of Egmont Key’s landmass has eroded into the Gulf of Mexico. With the loss of land comes the disappearance of an important habitat for thousands of nesting shorebirds and migratory species\, as well as the destruction of irreplaceable cultural heritage sites that attest to Tampa Bay’s rich history. The virtual reality experience will allow users to tour the disappearing island in 3D\, while exploring interactive digital stories that bring the past\, present and future of Egmont Key to life.\n\nMuch of the Florida Gulf Coast was designated as a Hope Spot in August of 2019. The City of Dunedin was named Home City for this internationally recognized designatio\nn. Learn more about the Hope Spot and upcoming events in Dunedin to celebrate and protect it\, including: \n• Feb 12\, 9am – Waterfront Cleanup – https://www.eventbrite.com/…/edgewater-park-cleanup…\n• Feb 12\, 10-6pm – Hope Spot Festival –https://www.facebook.com/events/853904135545608 \n• Feb 12\, 4-6pm – Eat & Drink Local – https://www.eventbrite.com/…/florida-gulf-coast-hope…\n• Feb 15 – Art Installation at John Grant Hubbard\n• Feb 19 \, 3-8:30pm – Save the West Klosterman Preserve Fundraiser – Property Tour & Brewery Crawl –https://www.facebook.com/events/902106090434187 \n• Feb 27\, 5-9pm – Hope Spot Gala – https://www.eventbrite.com/…/florida-gulf-coast-hope…\n• May 1-9 Fundraiser for BGC – Costa Rica: Wild Osa\, the Last Frontier – by Eat the Peach Travel –https://www.facebook.com/events/643247733470495 \nCrawl \nVisit: https://bluegreenconn.org/ for more info on the Hope Spot\, our work and upcoming events.\nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/casa-tina-eat-drink-support-our-waters-and-preserve-our-history-3d-virtual-reality-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Casa Tina\, 365 Main S\, Dunedin\, FL\, 34698\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue-Green Connections":MAILTO:info@bluegreenconnections.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220128T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220128T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T145140
CREATED:20220129T081553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220129T085506Z
UID:3683-1643356800-1643389200@bluegreenconn.org
SUMMARY:Eat\, Drink Local
DESCRIPTION:Join us from 4:00pm – 6:00pm during the City of Dunedin and Blue-Green Connections’ annual celebration of the Florida Gulf Coast Hope Spot! \nThe Hope Spot Festival is a free event open to the public on February 12th at Edgewater Park in Dunedin. The Eat & Drink Local section will feature a full dinner plate of samples from local eateries\, dessert\, and 5 drink samples from local breweries and bars. The commemorative mug will be yours to take home!  \nFeaturing Jesse Ray Stout performing live! \nGenerous local establishments donating samples include: \n\nCueni Brewing Co.\nHOB Brewing Company\nStirling Wine\n7venth Sun Brewery\nThe Honu\nBeach Island Brewery\nCasa Tinas\nLiving Forward House\nOhana Cafe\nCorvo Bianco\nWild Iris\nThe Marshmallow Factory\nHuarache Azteca\nMangos & Marley\n\nThe home city of the Florida Gulf Coast Hope Spot\, Dunedin\, is especially near and dear to Mission Blue’s heart– this town is where Dr. Sylvia Earle\, founder of Mission Blue\, grew up and first fell in love with the ocean. Dr. Earle’s marine conservation nonprofit Mission Blue declared the Florida Gulf Coast a Hope Spot in recognition of the action from research programs\, conservation projects and educational programs of the several dozen organizations hard at work along the coast to preserve the area’s ecosystems and life within them. We look forward to celebrating it with you! \nBlue-Green Connections is a 501c3 organization.
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/eat-drink-local/
LOCATION:Edgweater Park\, Dunedin\, 51 Main St.\, Dunedin\, FL\, 34698\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Blue-Green Connections":MAILTO:info@bluegreenconnections.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211106T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211106T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T145140
CREATED:20211013T003633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211013T004534Z
UID:3262-1636189200-1636196400@bluegreenconn.org
SUMMARY:Beach Cleanup on Honeymoon Island
DESCRIPTION:Join Blue-Green Connections and Keep Pinellas Beautiful for a cleanup at Honeymoon Island State Park!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nWHEN: Saturday\, November 6th from 9 AM to 11 AM \nWHERE TO MEET: Oasis Beach at Honeymoon Island State Park \nWHAT TO WEAR: Please wear closed toed shoes and clothing you don’t mind getting dirty. We recommend a hat or sunglasses too. For the safety of our staff and volunteers\, masks are encouraged. \nWHAT TO EXPECT: All cleanup supplies are provided including pickers\, reusable gloves\, trash bags\, sunscreen\, hand sanitizer\, and bug spray. A water refill station will be provided\, please bring a reusable water bottle. \n*** \nFor questions\, please contact Stephanie Lawler-Ellington at sellington@kpbcares.org \n**Please note: There is no need to print a “ticket” to attend.**
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/beach-cleanup-on-honeymoon-island/
LOCATION:Oasis Beach – Honeymoon Island\, Oasis Beach\, Dunedin\, FL\, 34698\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Keep Pinellas Beautiful":MAILTO:Sellington@kpbcares.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211017T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211017T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T145140
CREATED:20210913T043845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211013T132332Z
UID:3225-1634493600-1634500800@bluegreenconn.org
SUMMARY:Panel Discussion and Q&A with Dr. Sylvia Earle and local experts
DESCRIPTION:Florida Gulf Coast Hope Spot 2nd Anniversary is upon us! \nFlorida Gulf Coast Hope Spot 2nd Anniversary is upon us! \n\nJoin us for an exciting panel discussion featuring speakers from renowned organizations dedicated to protecting our precious Gulf waters! You will learn more about our shared Florida Gulf Coast Hope Spot features\, threats to the health of our precious waters\, and what YOU can do to help! All donations support the 501(c)3 not for profit organization Blue-Green Connections’ mission to support sustainable use of our land and waters. Speakers for the event include: \n\nBlue-Green Connections – Paige Konger Henry\nDunedin Sustainability Coordinator – Natalie Gass\nFlorida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission – Dr. Kathy Guindon\nInspector Planet – Dr. Tracy Fanara\nMission Blue – Dr. Sylvia Earle\nPinellas Community Foundation – Duggan Cooley\nSanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation – Dr. Ryan Orgera\nTampa Bay Estuary Program – Ed Sherwood\n\nWe appreciate the time dedicated by each of these individuals and organization and thank you for your interest!  We encourage you to consider donating to one of the above organizations to show your support here. \nNote – Registration for this event is a two step process. Following Eventbrite registration\, you will receive a link to register through Zoom. You must do that to be able to participate in the online event. \n 
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/2021-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:FL
ORGANIZER;CN="Blue-Green Connections":MAILTO:info@bluegreenconnections.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211017T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211017T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T145140
CREATED:20211005T061909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211013T025829Z
UID:3233-1634488200-1634491800@bluegreenconn.org
SUMMARY:Hope Spot Youth Summit with Dr. Sylvia Earle
DESCRIPTION:Legendary Dr. Sylvia Earle\, Inspector Planet\, and Dr. G engage our youth with inspirational discussion about the Florida Gulf Coast Hope Spot and protecting our waters.\n \n\nJoin us for an exciting youth summit  with “Inspector Planet” Dr. Tracy Fanara and “Her Deepness” Dr. Sylvia Earle! We will also hear from Blue-Green Connections Hope for the Future Winners and the Roots and Shoots Chapter from the University of Tampa with their “shell-tastic” video made right here in our Hope Spot! \nLearn about our Hope Spot and how you can help protect and preserve it for all to enjoy! Ask Dr. Sylvia Earle and Inspector Planet questions about our oceans and how you can be a Hope Spot Protector! Send your questions today to  angelique@bluegreenconnections.org to be asked LIVE during our Hope Spot Youth Summit! \nGet your creative juices flowing as we announce an exciting call for artists to be showcased during our Hope Spot Festival in Feb 2022! Tune into our Youth Summit to get all the details!!! All donations support the 501(c)3 not for profit organization Blue-Green Connections’ mission to support sustainable use of our land and waters. \nNote – Registration for this event is a two step process. Following Eventbrite registration\, you will receive a link to register through Zoom. You must do that to be able to participate in the online event. \n\n \n 
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/2021-youth-summit/
LOCATION:FL
ORGANIZER;CN="Blue-Green Connections":MAILTO:info@bluegreenconnections.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201010T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201010T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T145140
CREATED:20200830T000734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201003T133510Z
UID:2416-1602345600-1602351000@bluegreenconn.org
SUMMARY:Panel Discussion and Q&A with Dr. Sylvia Earle\, Tampa Bay Estuary Program\, Florida Aquarium\, Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation\, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium\, and City of Dunedin
DESCRIPTION:Florida Gulf Coast Hope Spot Week is upon us! Join us for a stimulating panel discussion followed by Q&A with Dr. Sylvia Earle and local organizations making waves to protect our local waters as they share their work. Learn about recent progress they’ve made and exciting breakthroughs that can facilitate restoration efforts both locally and around the world! Then hear from one of the most respected and inspiring marine biologists\, Dr. Sylvia Earle\, on the importance of their work\, the value of the oceans\, and why we should all be working to protect our Hope Spot. What does it mean to be a Hope Spot? How you can become more involved in protecting our Hope Spot? Join us and find out!  \nPanelists include: \n\nDr. Sylvia Earle – Mission Blue\nEd Sherwood – Executive Director – Tampa Bay Estuary Program\nKeri O’Neil – Senior Coral Scientist – Florida Aquarium’s Center for Conservation\nDr. Ryan Orgera – CEO – Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation\nKevin Claridge – VP for Sponsored Research & Coastal Policy Programs – Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium\nNatalie Gass – Sustainability Coordinator – City of Dunedin\nVicki Love – Director – Blue-Green Connections\n\nThis virtual event is limited to 1.5 hours and our local organizations have so much to share! So\, leading up to this Panel Discussion\, October 3-10 will be a week of informative videos\, podcasts\, and other educational content from local organizations on the forefront of marine research\, restoration and conservation.  \nThis is a free virtual discussion that is open to the public. Registration is required. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.    \nYou are invited to a Zoom webinar.\nWhen: Oct 10\, 2020 04:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)\nTopic: Florida Gulf Coast Hope Spot Panel Featuring Dr. Sylvia Earle \nRegister in advance for this webinar:\nhttps://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Zil3I3TXSxuXf9TNFfK2tw \nPlease be sure to participate in the Hope Spot 1-Year Anniversary Week Education and Celebration leading up to this discussion!
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/panel-discussion-2020-10/
LOCATION:FL
ORGANIZER;CN="Blue-Green Connections":MAILTO:info@bluegreenconnections.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201010T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201010T154000
DTSTAMP:20260423T145140
CREATED:20200829T224227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201005T181700Z
UID:2402-1602342000-1602344400@bluegreenconn.org
SUMMARY:First Annual Hope Spot Youth Summit with Dr. Sylvia Earle
DESCRIPTION:Join the legendary Dr. Sylvia Earle and her sidekick\, Shannon the Shark\, for inspirational talk about the Florida Gulf Coast Hope Spot and protecting our waters\nAfter a week of engaging videos\, citizen science\, activities and challenges for kids\, tune in to our first annual Hope Spot Youth Summit!  Hear from one of the most passionate and inspiring marine biologists in the world\, Dr. Sylvia Earle.  Learn how you can become more involved in protecting our Hope Spot. Check your knowledge with fun games and ocean-friendly prizes!  Winners of the latest Hope for the Future Challenge awards will be revealed. \nThis Youth Summit will be interactive and fun for all ages!  All participants will receive the first two issues of Seekers of Science comic ebook AND will be entered into a raffle for awesome ocean-friendly prizes!  The lineup includes: \n\nHost Paige Konger Henry from Tarpon Springs Aquarium\, Paige’s Planet and Blue-Green Connections with live animal encounters!\nCo-hosts and Youth Advocates Ryan Moralevitz from the Fishes Wishes and Enzo DeFerrari-Wilson from O.N.E (Ocean Needs Everyone) offering tips\, prizes and raffles\nDr. Sylvia Earle and Shannon the Shark discuss the importance of protecting our waters and the significance of a Hope Spot\nTrivia game and talk from Sea Smart’s founder Dr. Elaine Leung\nDr. Tracy Fanara\, a.k.a. Inspector Planet discusses what kids can do locally to protect our Hope Spot (also featured in Polar\, Ice\, Ice\, Baby music intro)\n\nPlease be sure to participate in the First Anniversary Hope Spot Week full of free ocean activities and challenges leading up to this event.  Join us for more in depth opportunities to explore each of these organizations.  Learn more about what our local organizations are doing to protect our waters and participate in fun activities for great ocean-friendly prizes! \nThis is a free summit that is open to the public. Registration is required. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.    \nYou are invited to a Zoom webinar.\nWhen: Oct 10\, 2020 03:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)\nTopic: Hope Spot Youth Summit Featuring Dr. Sylvia Earle \nRegistration Link\nhttps://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PtTalSHqT-WAtddyvzjJ5Q\nPlease be sure to participate in the Hope Spot 1-Year Anniversary Week Education and Celebration leading up to this discussion! \nTo see more about the organizations involved\, please follow the links below: \n       
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/hope-spot-youth-summit/
LOCATION:FL
ORGANIZER;CN="Blue-Green Connections":MAILTO:info@bluegreenconnections.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201007T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201007T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T145140
CREATED:20200830T011339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T011558Z
UID:2431-1602086400-1602104400@bluegreenconn.org
SUMMARY:Watch Party - Fenway Hotel co-hosted by Dunedin International Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:View films and videos from local organizations working toward protecting the Florida Gulf Coast Hope Spot\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Blue-Green Connections and Dunedin Film Festival in downtown Dunedin at the Fenway Hotel Ballroom\, overlooking St. Joseph’s Sound on October 7th from 4-9pm. We’ll be hosting a Watch Party of films and videos from local organizations focused on marine conservation\, research and education. Watch\, reflect\, and discuss with like-minded individuals while enjoying exceptional food and drinks available for purchase. Submit questions to be answered during the October 10th  Panel Discussion and Q&A session with Dr. Sylvia Earle\, Tampa Bay Estuary Program\, Florida Aquarium\, Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation\, Blue-Green Connections and the City of Dunedin. \nPurchase tickets for a single hour or make a full day of it with Full Access tickets that allows access to the full 5 hour event. Order ahead for “Dinner and a Movie.”  Overview of the evening is as follows: \n\n4:00-5:00 pm – Threats  – View films from Youth Making Ripples\, a Sarasota based organization that highlights the intersection of science and film through the eyes of our youth. View footage on threats such as algal blooms\, invasive species\, hurricanes\, ocean warming\, etc from Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium\, Inspector Planet and Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council \n5:00-6:00 pm – Corals and Preservation – Learn about coral breakthroughs that could have global impacts! See what one organization is doing to ensure preservation in their area. Video footage from Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium\, The Florida Aquarium\, Youth Making Ripples\, Inspector Planet\, and Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation\n6:00-7:00 pm – Blue Holes\, Collaboration in Tampa Bay plus Live Performance by Inspector Planet – Discover the benefits of seagrasses and how the Tampa Bay Estuary Program is working to ensure a healthy bay. Learn about new research on fascinating ecological hot spots called Blue Holes\, just off our shores. Video footage from Youth Making Ripples\, Inspector Planet\, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium\, and Tampa Bay Estuary Program. Includes Live Performance below!! \n6:50 – LIVE PERFORMANCE!! – Dancing encouraged! Outdoor performance of rap song Polar Ice\, Ice\, Baby by Inspector Planet along with a talk on how kids of any age can become involved in science and how everyone can make a difference. Enjoy the sunset overlooking St. Joseph’s Sound. This portion of the evening is free and open to everyone! Come early or stay late to view films in the ballroom. \n7:15-9:00 – Mission Blue – Feature Film –  Full Hi-Fi menu and bar in the ballroom. Order ahead for Dinner and a Movie.   Afterwards\, ascend to Hi-Fi Rooftop Bar and pair your cocktail with sweeping views. Make a night of it by reserving a room with special locals rate!\n\nIn order to respect social distancing recommendations\, capacity will be limited. Tickets must be purchased in advance.  Prices range from $10 for one hour access to $25 for the full 5 hour watch party.  Get tickets HERE \n\n\n\n \nPowered by Eventbrite
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/watch-party-fenway-hotel/
LOCATION:Fenway Hotel\, 453 Edgewater Dr\, Dunedin\, FL\, 34698\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Blue-Green Connections":MAILTO:info@bluegreenconnections.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201011
DTSTAMP:20260423T145140
CREATED:20200829T203751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T161456Z
UID:2395-1601683200-1602374399@bluegreenconn.org
SUMMARY:Hope Spot Week - One Year Anniversary Education and Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The fun and learning opportunities are virtually endless!\n\nIn depth look at local efforts and initiatives to protect our Hope Spot from Tampa Bay Estuary Program\, Florida Aquarium\, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium\, Sanibel-Captive Conservation Foundation and City of Dunedin\nEngaging learning opportunities\, videos and podcasts aimed to educate our community and celebrate our Hope Spot\nFun activities and challenges for kids of all ages!  Special prizes for winners will be given during the Hope Spot Youth Summit with Dr. Sylvia Earle on October 10th\nWatch Party  at the Fenway Hotel in downtown Dunedin with food\, drinks\, and good company!\nQuestion gathering for the upcoming Panel Discussion and Q&A with Dr. Sylvia Earle\, Tampa Bay Estuary Program\, Florida Aquarium\, and Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation and City of Dunedin on October 10th
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/hope-spot-anniversary-celebration-week/
LOCATION:FL
ORGANIZER;CN="Blue-Green Connections":MAILTO:info@bluegreenconnections.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200830T005148
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200830T005148
DTSTAMP:20260423T145140
CREATED:20190627T072231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190627T072231Z
UID:368-1598748708-1598748708@bluegreenconn.org
SUMMARY:Dunedin Boat Club Presentation
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/dunedin-boat-club-presentation/
LOCATION:FL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200816
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210101
DTSTAMP:20260423T145140
CREATED:20201003T043855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201003T043924Z
UID:2554-1597536000-1609459199@bluegreenconn.org
SUMMARY:Funky Fitness Challenge and Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Funky Fitness Challenge and Cleanup\nJoin our Hope Spot Funky Fitness Cleanup and keep yourself\, your family\, and your Hope Spot healthy! It’s a win\, win\, win!  Start today and get a jump on the competition! \nYou’ll be surprised at how much trash you can keep out of our waterways in just 10-15 minutes.  The rainy season is upon us\, and our summer storms are very effective at washing plastics and other debris into our Hope Spot.  We’d like to collect data on the amount of trash collected and location over the course of the year to see if our efforts are working and to better understand which areas should be targeted for future group cleanups.  Can you help? Instructions on the flyer \nFitness data not actually required\, but why not?  May as well make good use of that bending and lifting! \nArt also not required\, but if your looking for an outlet for your creativity\, we’d love to add your photo to our collage of Hope Spot litter art. (Tongs suggested – stay safe!)  Share your photo on Facebook or Instagram with hashtag #HopeSpotCleanup.   Remember\, it’s family fitness month\, so see how may family members you can get to participate! \nThis is the beginning of our collage…
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/funky-fitness-challenge-and-cleanup/
LOCATION:FL
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200816
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210101
DTSTAMP:20260423T145140
CREATED:20200924T055351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201003T133304Z
UID:2454-1597536000-1609459199@bluegreenconn.org
SUMMARY:Trashy Art Contest and Self-Guided Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Join our Trashy Art Contest Self-Guided Cleanup! \nYou’ll be surprised at how much trash you can keep out of our waterways in just 10-15 minutes.  The rainy season is upon us\, and our summer storms are very effective at washing plastics and other debris into our Hope Spot.  We’d like to collect data on the amount of trash collected and location over the course of the year to see if our efforts are working and to better understand which areas should be targeted for future group cleanups.  Can you help? Instructions on the flyer \nArt is actually not required\, but if your looking for an outlet for your creativity\, we’d love to add your photo to our collage of Hope Spot litter art. (Tongs suggested – stay safe!)  Share your photo on Facebook or Instagram with hashtags #HopeSpotCleanup #FloridaGulfCoastHopeSpotFun.   See how may family members you can get to participate! \nThis is the beginning of our collage…
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/hope-spot-fitness-and-self-guided-cleanup-2/
LOCATION:FL
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200816
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210101
DTSTAMP:20260423T145140
CREATED:20200817T042105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201003T133109Z
UID:2293-1597536000-1609459199@bluegreenconn.org
SUMMARY:Funky Fitness Challenge and Self-Guided Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:September is Family Health and Fitness Month!\nJoin our Hope Spot Fitness Cleanup and keep yourself\, your family\, and your Hope Spot healthy! It’s a win\, win\, win!  Start today and get a jump on the competition! \nYou’ll be surprised at how much trash you can keep out of our waterways in just 10-15 minutes.  The rainy season is upon us\, and our summer storms are very effective at washing plastics and other debris into our Hope Spot.  We’d like to collect data on the amount of trash collected and location over the course of the year to see if our efforts are working and to better understand which areas should be targeted for future group cleanups.  Can you help? Instructions on the flyer \nFitness data not actually required\, but why not?  May as well make good use of that bending and lifting! \nArt also not required\, but if your looking for an outlet for your creativity\, we’d love to add your photo to our collage of Hope Spot litter art. (Tongs suggested – stay safe!)  Share your photo on Facebook or Instagram with hashtag #HopeSpotCleanup.   Remember\, it’s family fitness month\, so see how may family members you can get to participate! \nThis is the beginning of our collage…
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/hope-spot-fitness-and-self-guided-cleanup/
LOCATION:FL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200516T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T145140
CREATED:20200316T131113Z
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SUMMARY:Canceled - Hands Across the Sands - Honeymoon Island
DESCRIPTION:The waters of St. Joseph Sound are now part of the newly designated Florida Gulf Coast Hope Spot and Dunedin has been named the Home City! Please join hands with us in support of keeping our Hope Spot healthy. The line of supporters we form will symbolize our community’s resolve to improve the health of our waters and eliminate threats including offshore oil drilling and seismic testing in our gulf waters. \nMay 16th 2020 \nSCHEDULE subject to change:\n9:30 – 10:30 – Registration\n9:30 – 10:30am – Coastal Cleanup (please bring gloves and buckets/reusable bags)\n10:30 – 10:45 – Words from dignitaries and environmental groups\n10:45 – 11:05 – Join Hands! \nENTRANCE: This event is organized to encourage a reduced dependency on fossil fuels\, so carpooling\, biking\, walking and skateboarding are all highly encouraged! \nOur daily actions on land can affect our waters and vice-versa. Oceans\, aquifers and waterways\, all of which are critical to our survival as well as our marine life ecosystems\, our economy\, our property values\, and our businesses. Now is the time for citizens across the globe to join hands and steer our energy policy away from our dependence on fossil fuels and towards clean energy and renewables. In 2019 the state of Florida organized 30 Hands Across the Sands events\, more than any other state! Please join us again this year and put Dunedin Florida on the map as the city having the LONGEST line! Hands Across the Sand is a movement made up of people from all walks of life; parents\, friends\, neighbors\, small business owners\, and more. We span political lines\, geographic boundaries\, and socioeconomic groups. We are united by the desire to protect our oceans\, marine life\, wildlife\, our environment and our way of life. Please remember to bring your reusable bottle and stay hydrated! \nName : TRACY LOVE TIPPIN \nEmail : tracy@bluegreenconnections.org
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/hands-across-the-sands-honeymoon-island/
LOCATION:Honeymoon Island State Park\, 1 Causeway Blvd\, Dunedin\, FL\, 34698\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200519
DTSTAMP:20260423T145140
CREATED:20200316T135343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200318T204630Z
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SUMMARY:Canceled - Presentation at Island Earth Days 2020
DESCRIPTION:Island Earth Days is coordinated with National Earth Day and organized by Friends of the Islands. Event is from 11-5pm Saturday and Sunday. The theme for Earth Day 2020 is climate action.\nThe enormous challenge — but also the vast opportunities — of action on climate change have distinguished the issue as the most pressing topic for the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. Climate change represents the biggest challenge to the future of humanity and the life-support systems that make our world habitable. \nSpecial presentations\, including Blue-Green Connections\,\, at Honeymoon Island at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday\, April 18 and 19\, include these topics: \n\nReduction of Plastics Pollution\nProtection of Disappearing Coastlines\nDisappearance of Florida Wildlife\nSustainable Water Resources\n\nGuided Osprey Trail nature walks will be available hourly during the weekend. ​Osprey Village will include displays from state and local nonprofit environmental agencies\, conservation agencies and sustainability groups. ​ \nA number of children’s activities will be ongoing including crafts and face painting. Puppet-making featuring butterflies\, moths or flowers with a parade of pollinators will follow for photo ops. ​ \nContinuous live entertainment with Steel Drums with Jessica Renaud\, the Time Bandits\, the Wendy Barmore Band and the Cadillac Cowboys. A variety of tasty food and beverages including craft beers will be available. ​ \nVisitors can win a kayak donated by Osprey Bay Outdoors or a new bicycle. Tickets for the prizes will be on sale both days with drawings on Sunday at 4 p.m. Participants need not be present to win. There also will be a chance to win other prizes with your car admission ticket received on entry to the park.
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/presentation-at-island-earth-days-2020/
LOCATION:Honeymoon Island State Park\, 1 Causeway Blvd\, Dunedin\, FL\, 34698\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191026T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191026T183000
DTSTAMP:20260423T145140
CREATED:20191010T043718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191010T043718Z
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SUMMARY:Prizes at HOB Brewing Co. Back Patio
DESCRIPTION:Conclude the afternoon with awards at the family friendly HOB Brewing Co Patio! \nPrizes for Best Ocean-themed Costume\, Costume with Most Creative Use of Recycled Materials\, Best Poker Hand\, Scavenger Hunt Winner. \n  \n 
URL:https://bluegreenconn.org/event/prizes-at-hob-brewing-co-back-patio/
LOCATION:HOB Brewing Co\, Monroe St\, Dunedin\, FL\, 34698\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Blue-Green Connections":MAILTO:info@bluegreenconnections.org
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