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• Mardi Gras Float Work Session #1

  • When
    01/03/2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    200 Cevera Drive in Dunedin.

  
  

  Help build this year’s Mardi Gras float!

  
  

  Our float this year is a Viking longboat!

  
  

  There will be work sessions beginning Saturday, Jan. 3 and every Saturday through Feb. 14, weather permitting. There may be an additional session on Feb. 15 to finish before the parade.

  
  

  You don't need to sign up, just show up.

  
  

  Check the details below as the location has changed. 

  
  

  Work Session #1

  The work plan details:

  • Deconstructing the remnants of last year's float.
  • Evaluating old coroplast to determine its potential for reuse.

  What to bring:

  • Battery-based and power drills with star bits, jig saws, circular saws, pry bars, other tools
  • Saw horses, plywood to use as worktable tops, ladders
  • Sturdy scissors, box cutters and pencils
  • Old paint brushes to clean off the coroplast
  • Drop cloths and rags
  • Don't forget drinks, snacks, sunscreen, work gloves, and a desire to have fun with other DBC members. 

  Details:
  

  • Date & Time: Saturday, Jan. 3, 10:00am – 1:00pm. 
  • Address: Terry and Liza Hopkins' driveway at 200 Cevera Drive in Dunedin.
  • Attendees: DBC members and prospective members.

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• Mardi Gras Float Work Session #2

  • When
    01/10/2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    200 Cevera Drive in Dunedin.

  
  

  Help build this year’s Mardi Gras float!

  
  

  Our float this year is a Viking longboat.

  
  

  There will be work sessions beginning Saturday, Jan. 3 and every Saturday through Feb. 14, weather permitting.

  
  

  You don't need to sign up, just show up.

  
  

  Check the details below as the location has changed. 

  
  

  Work Session #2

  The work plan details:

  • TBD.

  What to bring:

  • Power hand tools, jigsaws and star bits for screws 
  • Sturdy scissors and pencils
  • Saw horses
  • Ladders
  • Don't forget drinks, snacks, sunscreen, work gloves, and a desire to have fun with other DBC members. 

  Details:
  

  • Date & Time: Saturday, Jan. 3, 10:00am – 1:00pm. 
  • Attendees: DBC members and prospective members.  (For prospective members, this is a great way to fulfill your "Good of the Club" membership requirement.)
  • Address: Terry and Liza Hopkins driveway at 200 Cevera Drive, Dunedin, FL 34698.

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• DBC Blood Drive with OneBlood

  • When
    01/10/2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    VFW Parking Lot, 360 Douglas Ave.

  
  

  SAVE THE DATE

  DETAILS:

  • Organized By:  Chris Benson, held in conjunction with VFW Post #2550.
  • Registration:  Follow the link below to schedule an appointment at the OneBlood website.

  Register Here
  

  • People's Stories:  Click on this link to read the stories of people who have been helped by OneBlood blood donors.

      OneBlood Testimonials

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• Change of Watch 2026 - Tribute Dinner and Awards

  • When
    01/10/2026
  •  
    6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    Bon Appetit Restuarant
  • Spaces left
    162

  Register

  
  

  
  

  Join us as we celebrate 2025 and install our 2026 Bridge and Board. 

  Hosted by the DBC Past Commodores, our annual Change of Watch is an opportunity to thank and honor the current DBC Bridge and Board, and welcome the newly elected officers for 2026.  Annual awards including the "Member of the Year" will also be presented.  Enjoy great food, dancing, and a fun time with your fellow Dunedin Boat Club friends.

  SCHEDULE FOR THE EVENING

  • Happy Hour 
  • Hors d’Oeuvres 
  • Salad served
  • Dinner served 
  • Awards and Change of Watch will follow the dinner
  • Music by our own Newton Beardsley
  • A cash bar will be available throughout the evening

  FEES

  • Members - $85
  • Guests - $85

  LOCATION:

  • Bon Appetit Restuarant 
    148 Main St
    Dunedin, FL
  • Valet parking available

  RESERVATIONS

  • Special for this year: Reserve you own table for 10 for just $1000. Please contact Harold Schomaker for this reservation. Extra $150 will go to the DBC Building Fund. Limited number of tables available for this special deal. 
  • Advanced reservations required
  • You must be a DBC Member or invited guest to attend this event.  Adult member can bring up to 2 guests each.
  • Reservations will be limited to 200 people.
  • Dinner Entree Options (to be selected during your online registration):  
  • • 6 oz. Filet Mignon Grilled with a Sauce Bearnaise on Zucchini Crouton
    • Chicken Marsala, Caramelized Shallots, Sliced Mushrooms & Marsala
    • Grilled Salmon with Plum Tomatoes, Caper, Olives & Roasted Garlic
  • To Register, click on the blue "Register" button when logged into our website.  
  • • When registering, please to pay online via credit/debit card.

  Register Here
  

  NOTE:  Registration closes on January 3, 2026 ( 7 days before the event) so we can give an accurate attendee count. 

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• Mardi Gras Float Work Session #3

  • When
    01/17/2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    200 Cevera Drive in Dunedin.

  
  

  Help build this year’s Mardi Gras float!

  
  

  Our float this year is a Viking longboat.

  
  

  There will be work sessions beginning Saturday, Jan. 3 and every Saturday through Feb. 14, weather permitting.

  
  

  You don't need to sign up, just show up.

  
  

  Check the details below as the location has changed. 

  
  

  Work Session #3

  The work plan details:

  • TBD.

  What to bring:

  • Power hand tools, jigsaws and star bits for screws 
  • Sturdy scissors and pencils
  • Saw horses
  • Ladders
  • Don't forget drinks, snacks, sunscreen, work gloves, and a desire to have fun with other DBC members. 

  Details:
  

  • Date & Time: Saturday, Jan. 3, 10:00am – 1:00pm. 
  • Attendees: DBC members and prospective members.  (For prospective members, this is a great way to fulfill your "Good of the Club" membership requirement.)
  • Address: Terry and Liza Hopkins driveway at 200 Cevera Drive, Dunedin, FL 34698.

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• Mardi Gras Float Work Session #4

  • When
    01/24/2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    200 Cevera Drive in Dunedin.

  
  

  Help build this year’s Mardi Gras float!

  
  

  Our float this year is a Viking longboat.

  
  

  There will be work sessions beginning Saturday, Jan. 3 and every Saturday through Feb. 14, weather permitting.

  
  

  You don't need to sign up, just show up.

  
  

  Check the details below as the location has changed. 

  
  

  Work Session #4

  The work plan details:

  • TBD.

  What to bring:

  • Power hand tools, jigsaws and star bits for screws 
  • Sturdy scissors and pencils
  • Saw horses
  • Ladders
  • Don't forget drinks, snacks, sunscreen, work gloves, and a desire to have fun with other DBC members. 

  Details:
  

  • Date & Time: Saturday, Jan. 3, 10:00am – 1:00pm. 
  • Attendees: DBC members and prospective members.  (For prospective members, this is a great way to fulfill your "Good of the Club" membership requirement.)
  • Address: Terry and Liza Hopkins driveway at 200 Cevera Drive, Dunedin, FL 34698.

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• Mardi Gras Float Work Session #5

  • When
    01/31/2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    200 Cevera Drive in Dunedin.

  
  

  Help build this year’s Mardi Gras float!

  
  

  Our float this year is a Viking longboat.

  
  

  There will be work sessions beginning Saturday, Jan. 3 and every Saturday through Feb. 14, weather permitting.

  
  

  You don't need to sign up, just show up.

  
  

  Check the details below as the location has changed. 

  
  

  Work Session #5

  The work plan details:

  • TBD.

  What to bring:

  • Power hand tools, jigsaws and star bits for screws 
  • Sturdy scissors and pencils
  • Saw horses
  • Ladders
  • Don't forget drinks, snacks, sunscreen, work gloves, and a desire to have fun with other DBC members. 

  Details:
  

  • Date & Time: Saturday, Jan. 3, 10:00am – 1:00pm. 
  • Attendees: DBC members and prospective members.  (For prospective members, this is a great way to fulfill your "Good of the Club" membership requirement.)
  • Address: Terry and Liza Hopkins driveway at 200 Cevera Drive, Dunedin, FL 34698.

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• Mardi Gras Float Work Session #6

  • When
    02/07/2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    200 Cevera Drive in Dunedin.

  
  

  Help build this year’s Mardi Gras float!

  
  

  Our float this year is a Viking longboat.

  
  

  There will be work sessions beginning Saturday, Jan. 3 and every Saturday through Feb. 14, weather permitting.

  
  

  You don't need to sign up, just show up.

  
  

  Check the details below as the location has changed. 

  
  

  Work Session #6

  The work plan details:

  • TBD.

  What to bring:

  • Power hand tools, jigsaws and star bits for screws 
  • Sturdy scissors and pencils
  • Saw horses
  • Ladders
  • Don't forget drinks, snacks, sunscreen, work gloves, and a desire to have fun with other DBC members. 

  Details:
  

  • Date & Time: Saturday, Jan. 3, 10:00am – 1:00pm. 
  • Attendees: DBC members and prospective members.  (For prospective members, this is a great way to fulfill your "Good of the Club" membership requirement.)
  • Address: Terry and Liza Hopkins driveway at 200 Cevera Drive, Dunedin, FL 34698.

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• Casino Royale Fundraiser

  • When
    02/28/2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Location
    TBA

  *** Save the Date ***

  Casino Royale Fundraiser 
  for the Dunedin Boat Club and Sailing Center

  Where:  

  • Will be announce in the near future

  When:

  • Saturday, February 28, 2026
  • 7:00pm - 11:00pm

  Details:

  • Details still being worked out

  Cost:

  • 
    

  What to Bring:

  Suggested Parking:

  • 
    

  Live Music:

  • 
    

  Questions:

  If you have questions, please email or text Cindy and/or Butch Cole.  

  
  

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• DBC Blood Drive with OneBlood

  • When
    03/14/2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    VFW Parking Lot, 360 Douglas Ave.

  
  

  SAVE THE DATE

  DETAILS:

  • Organized By:  Chris Benson, held in conjunction with VFW Post #2550.
  • Registration:  Follow the link below to schedule an appointment at the OneBlood website.

  Registration currently not open

  • People's Stories:  Click on this link to read the stories of people who have been helped by OneBlood blood donors.

      OneBlood Testimonials

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• DBC Blood Drive with OneBlood

  • When
    05/16/2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    VFW Parking Lot, 360 Douglas Ave.

  
  

  SAVE THE DATE

  DETAILS:

  • Organized By:  Chris Benson, held in conjunction with VFW Post #2550.
  • Registration:  Follow the link below to schedule an appointment at the OneBlood website.

  Registration currently not open

  • People's Stories:  Click on this link to read the stories of people who have been helped by OneBlood blood donors.

      OneBlood Testimonials

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• DBC Blood Drive with OneBlood

  • When
    07/18/2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    VFW Parking Lot, 360 Douglas Ave.

  
  

  SAVE THE DATE

  DETAILS:

  • Organized By:  Chris Benson, held in conjunction with VFW Post #2550.
  • Registration:  Follow the link below to schedule an appointment at the OneBlood website.

  Registration currently not open

  • People's Stories:  Click on this link to read the stories of people who have been helped by OneBlood blood donors.

      OneBlood Testimonials

  Show details
• DBC Blood Drive with OneBlood

  • When
    09/19/2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    VFW Parking Lot, 360 Douglas Ave.

  
  

  SAVE THE DATE

  DETAILS:

  • Organized By:  Chris Benson, held in conjunction with VFW Post #2550.
  • Registration:  Follow the link below to schedule an appointment at the OneBlood website.

  Registration currently not open

  • People's Stories:  Click on this link to read the stories of people who have been helped by OneBlood blood donors.

      OneBlood Testimonials

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• Star Clipper Cruise

  • Start
    10/31/2026
  • End
    11/14/2026
  • Location
    Barbados to Panama

  Register

  
  

  This event is promoted and sponsored by Mary Kolb.

  Please Note: Star Clippers will donate 3% of the cruise fare for all staterooms sold, exclusive of port taxes to the Dunedin Boat Club toward reconstruction of the clubhouse.

  Click the link below for brochure details of the cruise event. 

  Star Clipper Cruise Brochure
  

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• DBC Blood Drive with OneBlood

  • When
    11/21/2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    VFW Parking Lot, 360 Douglas Ave.

  
  

  SAVE THE DATE

  DETAILS:

  • Organized By:  Chris Benson, held in conjunction with VFW Post #2550.
  • Registration:  Follow the link below to schedule an appointment at the OneBlood website.

  Registration currently not open

  • People's Stories:  Click on this link to read the stories of people who have been helped by OneBlood blood donors.

      OneBlood Testimonials

  Show details