ParkTalk Podcast

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S7 Episode 05: Operations - What's New in Staffing and Technology Jan 31, 2019

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Staff recruiting and retention initiatives are discussed in addition to technology enhancements that help connect patrons in our parks and facilities across the District. Guests: Katie Sepe, Director of Human Resources; Omar Sandoval, Director of Information Technology

S6 Episode 02 - Partnering To End Hunger Dec 14, 2018

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Nancy Wiersum from Loaves &Fishes Community Services and Brad Wilson from Naperville Park District discuss the impact of donations like garden fresh produce and pumpkin pies on ending hunger in our community.

S6 Episode 01 - Giving Gardens Dec 14, 2018

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Master Gardener Jan Gricus talks about the joys and challenges of growing vegetables at our community gardens and how donations of produce bring nutritious food to families in need.

S5 Episode 06 - 3 Stories Of How The Park District Helps Students Beat Stress - 2 Nov 28, 2018

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Three high school students explain how their workouts or dance activities at the Naperville Park District benefit them and relieve stress.

S5 Episode 05: Address The Stress Nov 14, 2018

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KidsMatter CEO and Executive Director Kamala Martinez returns to talk about several initiatives to help students beat stress: free online tutoring, a digital leader program and a job fair for high school and college students.

S5 Episode 04: State Of The Kids Oct 19, 2018

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KidsMatter CEO and Executive Director Kamala Martinez reports the results of an eye-opening survey of youth stress and new resources to help kids and parents recognize and deal with stress in a healthy way.

S5 Episode 03: Nature Play For Young Children Oct 05, 2018

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Knoch Knolls Nature Center Manager Angelique Harshman and Naturalist Barbara Vrchota talk about a new program for young children, Nature Playtime, and other ways for busy families to enjoy nature.

S5 Episode 02: Nature Therapy Sep 12, 2018

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Physical therapist Allison Mitch discusses health benefits of spending time in nature for both adults and children.

S5 Episode 01: Health And The Park District Mission Aug 31, 2018

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Executive Director Ray McGury explains what's behind the new mission statement of the Naperville Park District, which is to provide recreation and park experiences that promote healthy lives, healthy minds and a healthy community.

S4 Episode 05: WellFit For Balance And Strength Aug 14, 2018

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Occupational therapist Dina Kartsonas describes the benefits for seniors of her WellFit Seated Strength Training and Better Balance and Core classes.

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