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• Dunedin Old Fashioned Christmas Parade

  • When
    12/13/2025
  •  
    2:00 PM
  • Location
    On Douglas Ave Across from the Hale Center
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    38

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  Join us for the Dunedin Old Fashioned Christmas Parade. We will be walking in the  parade HANDING OUT (not throwing) candy canes with the DBC card attached (see above). As the candy canes are handled out, the participant will provide a quick explanation of our mission to rebuild the Dunedin Boat Club and Sailing Center building. There is a limit of 50 people who can walk in the parade, so register early.

  The parade spot number has yet to be received and will be provided in the reminder emails to all registered participants. 

  Meeting Location: On Douglas Ave across from the Hale Center
  Meeting Date: December 13, 2025
  Meeting Time: 2:00PM
  Parade starts at 3:30PM

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• Trolley Holiday Lights Ride

  • When
    12/18/2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Dunedin Library
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  TROLLEY HOLIDAY LIGHTS RIDE

  Dunedin and Palm Harbor Locations

  SOLD OUT

  Join the Waitlist in case there are openings

  
  

  WHEN:

  • Date: Thursday evening December 18, 2025
  • Time: 6:00pm to 8:00pm

  COST:

  • $20.00 per person

  WHAT TO BRING:

  • Members can bring their own beverages (all types) to this event
  • Snacks in case you get hungry
  • Small ice chest/cooler okay
  • Rumor: Social may bring Jello shots

  TROLLEY PICK UP POINT:

  • The Dunedin Main Library
    223 Douglas Ave.

  WHAT TO WEAR:

  • Dress appropriately as the weather may be cool -- cold
  • This is the holiday season, be festive

  REGISTRATION:

  • This event is for members only
  • Each member of a Family Membership needs to register
    
  • Single memberships will be allowed to bring a +1

  PLEASE REGISTER:

  • PLEASE REGISTER for the event, there is a fixed number of registrations
  • Registration closes on December 17,2025  

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  For Further Info Text Social at 727-408-0603.

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• Christmas Brunch

  • When
    12/21/2025
  •  
    1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    644 Louden Ave.
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  LOCATION:

  • Fairlie Brinkley's backyard
    644 Louden Ave. in Dunedin

  WHEN:

  • Sunday, December 21, 2025
  • Time: 1 PM - 4 PM

  DETAILS:

  • Free to members
  • This event is limited to 30 members 
  • Live music by Hanna Shelby
  • Sing Christmas songs
  • Social will have Bloody Mary's, Mimosas, and beverages
  • Donations for the building fund will be accepted.

  WHAT TO BRING:

  • Pot Luck - please bring a dish to share. Things like a casserole, muffins, breakfast sandwiches, bagels with cream cheese, breakfast burritos, deviled eggs, pancakes, banana bread, ham, frittiatas, shrimp, hash browns, quiche, bacon, cinnamon buns, etc.
  • Dunkin Donuts coffee with cream and sugar if someone would like to bring this. Let Social know.
  • Bring a chair to sit in.

  PARKING:

  • If you park on the street, please do not park in front of Fairlie's house, we need that for the members who have wheelchairs and cannot walk very far.
  • Do not park in the driveway, that is our walkway to the backyard.
  • Be kind to Fairlie's neighbors and not block their driveways.
  • Do not park across the street.

  GUEST POLICY:

  • This event is for members only
  • Single memberships will be allowed to bring a +1

  PLEASE REGISTER:

  • Each member of a Family Membership needs to register.
  • PLEASE REGISTER for the event, so we can get a headcount for planning purposes.  
  • When logged into our website as a member, you should see a blue "Register" button once Registration is open for the event.

  VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED:
  

  • Volunteers are needed for this event. Click the button below to volunteer.

  Volunteer Here

  Any questions, please text Social at 727-902-4777 or 727-408-0603.

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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.

  
  

  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:

  • 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 #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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• Change of Watch 2026 - Tribute Dinner and Awards

  • When
    01/10/2026
  •  
    6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    Bon Appetit Restuarant
  • Spaces left
    194

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  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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• 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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