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Up To Date

Summer Programs For Urban Core Youth

The combination of bored kids with lots of free time in the summer can be a challenge for parents, especially those living in the urban core where resources are stretched and choices are often limited. On this edition of Up To Date, guest host Danie Alexander discusses summer programs for inner city youth in Kansas City.

Guests:

  • Wendy Pearson is the marketing director for Wildwood Outdoor Education Center located in La Cygne, Kansas.
  • Chantell Garrett is a special assistant at the Mayor's Office of Civic and Community Engagement for Kansas City, Mo., which sponsors Mayor's Nights for youth and adults.
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As senior producer of Up To Date, I want our listeners to hear familiar and new voices that shine light on the issues and challenges facing the myriad communities KCUR serves, and to expose our audiences to the wonderful and the creative in the Kansas City area. Just as important to me is an obligation to mentor the next generation of producers to ensure that the important conversations continue. Reach me at alexanderdk@kcur.org.
Kansas City needs journalists who show up not just on people’s worst days, but on their best ones — and the boring ones in between. I build relationships across the metro, so our newsroom can bring you critical information when times are tough, and seek out moments of joy to celebrate. Email me at lisa@kcur.org.