Welcome to the Women of Wayland podcast season 4. Today we're introducing a new category: Wayland Trailblazers! A "Wayland trailblazer" refers to someone who pioneers innovative solutions, particularly within the Wayland community. Our inaugural guest in this category is Karen Kelly, a remarkable woman whose journey embodies the essence of a Wayland trailblazer. Take a listen and discover the untold story behind Karen's groundbreaking after-school program, PASS, launched on September 11th, 2023. In this heart to heart conversaton, Karen opens up about her diverse professional background that helped her to find after school care solutions in Wayland and her plans to address the loneliness epidemic.Podcast Episode Sponsor : Btone Fitness, WaylandLinks- Women of Wayland Podcast Website- Music by Epidemic Sound- Podcast Subscription - Connect with Karen Kelly- Non-Profit Spotlight- Vox article on after school careThank you for tuning in to this episode of the Women of Wayland podcast. Witness the power of women empowering their communities and facing challenges head-on, just like Karen Kelly. Don't forget to connect with Btone Wayland for your fitness needs and follow Karen's journey beyond this episode. Stay tuned for more incredible stories from our local community. Keep listening, keep empowering!