privileged kids so they can participate in recreation programs,” Duncan said. While programming and offerings may change, the Arts and Rec staff remain committed to their mission, Duncan said. “We work when other people play, but it doesn’t mean you can’t have a good time while you are working. The most critical part of our job is to make sure other people are having a fun and safe time. It’s our job to make sure they are enjoying what they are doing,” Duncan said. He said a good recreation department improves quality of life when it offers a variety of programs and facilities to keep everybody engaged. “It keeps kids active and doing things. We also have high school kids that work for us as recreation leaders,” Duncan said, adding some of the recreation leaders discovered a passion for arts and recreation through the program. “They grew up playing here, went off to college and received a job in the field.” For more information about Ayden Arts and Recreation or to learn more or register for programs and offerings visit aydenartsandrec.recdesk.com.
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