Life & Times of Walter Gunther, III

Plans for Douglas Avenue project move forward

Dunedin developer and resident Joe Kokolakis plans to build 65 apartments, 11,700 square feet of retail space and a 195-space parking garage at 940 and 966 Douglas Avenue.

Michael Bryant, whose patrons often use many parking spaces on the city-leased lot on Kokolakis’ property, told city commissioners Feb. 4 that the parking garage is needed to accommodate growth and that Kokolakis has a proven track record as a developer.

“He is going to give us parking underneath when he does the development above. It’s a win-win deal,” Bryant said.

Pieces of the Past Dunedin's History in 40 Objects

Dunedin Historical Museum

Pieces of the Past

                Dunedin's History in 40 Objects

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Special events taking place in Dunedin this upcoming weekend: January-May 2016: Fridays & Saturdays and June 2016: Saturdays only: Dunedin Downtown Market: 9 AM-2 PM, John R. Lawrence Pioneer Park. For more information visit www.TampaBayMarkets.com. Saturday, January 30: Dunedin Friends of the Library Annual Book Drive, 10 AM-1 PM, Dunedin Public Library. For more information call the Dunedin Library at (727) 298-3080. Sunday, January 31: Ella Unplugged: A Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald, 3 PM, Hale Senior Activity Center. Professional jazz musicians Sonny Daye (piano) and Perley Rousseau (vocals), along with a bassist will perform the songs of Ella. Sponsored by the Dunedin Library and the Hale Senior Activity Center. For more information call the Library

at (727) 298-3080.

ANNUAL HISTORY COMES ALIVE

Plan a visit to the Dunedin Historic Cemetery on Saturday, February 27, for the 20th annual History Comes Alive, a living history program celebrating Dunedin's past. Actors or family members recreate the lives of Dunedin residents who are buried in the cemetery. They chat with guests about their careers and life in Dunedin. Participants have scrapbooks, newspapers, and artifacts related to the people they are portraying. This year's theme is "School Days." Some of Dunedin's earliest teachers will share memories and stories from Dunedin's first schools, such as the Brick Schoolhouse on Louden and Wood Street (built in 1913), and the original junior high on Beltrees (built in 1926). Other volunteers will discuss their family history, such as Mr. and Mrs. Houghton and one of Dunedin's military veterans. Visitors can try on vintage clothing and take their pictures posed behind a large antique frame, which gives the appearance of an old-time photograph. As in years past, the Museum thanks Alice and Tom Anderson for their generous support and sponsorship. We also thank Vince Gizzi and the City of Dunedin's Parks and Recreation; Florida Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs; and all the volunteers and staff. The event starts at 10:00 am and ends at 2:00 pm; come anytime and stay as long as you like! Admission is $5 per person and parking is free. The Dunedin Cemetery is located at 2400 Keene Road in Dunedin (just south of Virginia St.) For information call 736-1176.