Living in McKenzie County: WCHS Cultural Fair (Season 1, Episode 11)

Описание: Welcome to the 'Living in McKenzie County' podcast, guest hosted by Jessie Veeder Scofield, the Director of the Long X Arts Foundation. In this episode, Jessie is joined by key figures from the community to discuss the upcoming Cultural and Food Fair at Watford City High School on March 25th. The conversation features Amy Polivka, the Student Council Advisor at Watford City High School, students Kyra Delgado and Maxwell Hansen, and community member Gloria Asare. They delve into the origins, growth, and impact of the Cultural Fair, which celebrates the multicultural aspects of Watford City and McKenzie County by involving students and community members in a vibrant display of cultural arts, food, and performances. The episode highlights how the fair fosters community connections, brings diverse cultures to the forefront, and encourages mutual respect and understanding among residents.

‘Living in McKenzie County’ is a multi-platform content series co-hosted by McKenzie County Economic Development Director Daniel Stenberg, and City of Watford City Community and Business Development Director Vawnita Best. It is produced and directed by Brock White, City of Watford City Marketing and Communications Coordinator. Emanating from The Studio at Long X, new episodes drop the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month on YouTube and all major podcast platforms.

View the community orientation guide at: www.livinginmckenziecounty.com

00:00 Introduction to the Living in McKenzie County Podcast
01:03 Meet the Cultural Fair Organizers
02:00 The Origins and Growth of the Cultural Fair
04:13 Student Involvement and Community Impact
05:35 Cultural Fair Highlights and Personal Stories
08:28 Logistics and Planning of the Cultural Fair
17:15 Community Engagement and Student Leadership
21:10 Sampling the Best: Gloria's Popular Table
21:25 Challenges and Triumphs in Cooking for Large Crowds
22:37 Student Involvement and Community Support
23:45 Highlighting Participants: Maritza's Journey
25:13 Funding and Support for the Cultural Fair
26:07 Logistics and Setup of the Cultural Fair
27:16 Recognition and Expansion to Other Communities
28:33 Impact on Students and Community Connections
30:42 Personal Experiences and Cultural Integration
35:42 The Importance of Inclusivity and Welcoming Newcomers
42:20 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans

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