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By Times Staff Writer
Published November 2, 2007
COUNTYWIDE Do you know a young hero? Speak up now Nominations for Pinellas County Schools' Young Heroes Award are being accepted. This award recognizes students who perform community service, inspire others with their deeds or model strength of character in difficult situations. Any K-12 student who lives in Pinellas County and attends a public school is eligible. Nominations may come from anyone. The nomination deadline is Nov. 15. An elementary, middle and high school winner will be selected. Each recipient will receive a $500 savings bond. To nominate a deserving young person, go to www.pcsb.org to download and print the nomination form, or call (727) 588-6122. DUNEDIN Author, WWII pilot to share his story Elliot Heit, a World War IIArmy Air Corps pilot, graduate of West Point and leader in the travel industry, will be at the Dunedin Public Library, 223 Douglas Ave., at 2 p.m. Wednesday to talk about his book, One of Eight. For more information, call the library at (727) 298-3080, ext. 224. Session looks at Medicaid changes Want to know more about the upcoming changes in Medicare and Medicaid? The Florida Department of Elder Affairs is sponsoring a free presentation at 2 p.m. Nov. 9 at the Dunedin Public Library, 223 Douglas Ave. With open enrollment Nov. 15 through Dec. 31, this is an opportunity to become informed. For more information, call (727) 298-3080, ext. 224. CLEARWATER Take free tour of Marine Aquarium The Clearwater Marine Aquarium Auxiliary is hosting an open house from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday at the aquarium, 249 Windward Passage, Island Estates. There will be tours and refreshments. Admission is free with reservations made before Monday. To make a reservation, call Barbara Bell at (727) 443-5907 or Betty Budd at (727) 441-6023. PALM HARBOR Bereavement support offered The Hospice of the Florida Suncoast is offering a bereavement support group for those who are grieving. Counselors will guide participants through the grief process, the pain and issues to a path toward healing. Sessions will meet at the Hospice of the Florida Suncoast, 2675 Tampa Road, from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, next week through Dec. 20. For more information and to register, call Barb Jiracek at (727) 523-3451.
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