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The Weekend To-Do List: September 14 - 16, 2012

Need something to do for the weekend of September 14-16? Fear not! Brian McTavish returns with the Weekend To-Do List for Kansas City.

Expo Americas: Celebration of Latin culture in the U.S. with music festival, entertainment and art, 11 a.m. to midnight Saturday, noon to 10 p.m. Sunday.  Union Station, Pershing and Main streets.  Tickets: $15 ($40 family four-pack), ages 5 and younger get in free.

Gotye: “Buzz Under the Stars” modern rock show also featuring Chairlift and Zammuto, 7:30 p.m. Friday  
Crossroads KC, 417 E. 18th St. Tickets: $35
 
Con X KC: Horror, sci-fi and pop culture convention with celebrities, artists and authors.  Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Ramada Conference Center, 1601 Universal Ave.  Tickets: $20 ($45 weekend pass); ages 12 and younger get in free.
KC Improv Festival: Improvisational comedy performers from Kansas City and around the country. 8 p.m. Thursday, Kick Comedy Theater, 410 Westport Road, 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Off Center Theatre, Crown Center, 2450 Grand Blvd.  Tickets: $10

Paws in the Park Dog Walk Festival: Dog walk and other canine-friendly events and demonstrations 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, English Landing Park, Parkville.  Admission: Free
 

Brian McTavish follows popular culture in the belief that the search for significance can lead anywhere. Brian explains, "I've written articles and reviews ... reviewed hundreds of concerts, films and plays. And the thing is, these high arts all sprang from the pop culture of their day. Don't forget: Shakespeare was once Spielberg."
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.