Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City – Kids Night Out
More than 1,200 guests enjoyed Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City’s Kids Night Out on April 14th at the Kansas City Convention Center. Alison Krauss, winner of 27 Grammy Awards, was the featured performer. Partygoers enjoyed a special musical tribute featuring both current and former Club members. Dave Smith, who is preparing to retire from Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City after 25 years of leadership, addressed the guests.
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| (Center) Alison Krauss, special guest star; answered questions from Boys & Girls Clubs Youth of the Year Vanesa R., Xavier C. and KeiMonie M. |
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| (Seated) Jeff Dobbs and Monica Stewart (standing) Roshann Parris and Brent Stewart |
Also featured in the May 26, 2018 issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: Chris Crum
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