A Glimpse at the Future with Allentown Boys & Girls Club CEO, Katarah Jordan

Posted On May 15, 2024 By lvwithlove In /

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Welcome to this episode of the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast. Today, we’re talking with Katarah Jordan, the new CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Allentown.

Katarah’s background in education and community development makes her a perfect fit for the role. From leading the James Lawson Freedom School to fighting food insecurity at Second Harvest Food Bank, she’s dedicated to empowering youth.

We talk about those things as well as her excitement for her new role, which is palpable. She’s passionate about creating transformative spaces for Allentown’s children to thrive.With her dynamic energy, she’s set to inspire staff, members, and stakeholders alike.

As she takes the reins from retiring CEO Deb Fries Jackson, the club enters a new chapter full of promise and possibility.

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Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS’ Youth Financial Literacy Pilot Program

Posted On May 6, 2024 By lvwithlove In / 1

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Hello and Welcome to the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast, I’m your host, George Wacker, In this episode, we meet with the Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS (GLVR) to talk more about their innovative pilot program aimed at enhancing youth education on financial literacy.

Joining us are Lori Campbell, GLVR’s 2024 President, Michael Bernadyn, 2024 President Elect, and Justin Porembo, CEO of GLVR, who I used to play wiffle ball with in college believe it or not.

GLVR’s initiative seeks to partner with local school districts to introduce essential concepts of savings, credit, and homeownership to middle and high school students. Through interactive presentations and thoughtfully crafted materials, GLVR aims to inspire the next generation to shape their financial literacy, foster community development through property ownership, and nurture future leaders within our community.

Tune in as we explore the goals, action plan, and potential impact of this forward-thinking program, designed to empower youth with the knowledge and skills necessary for a financially secure future.

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Lori Campbell, GLVR 2024 President,

Michael Bernadyn, GLVR 2024 President Elect

Justin Porembo, CEO of GLVR

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www.greaterlehighvalleyrealtors.com

Shankweiler’s Drive-In Celebrates 90 Years of Cinema and Americana

Posted On April 13, 2024 By lvwithlove In /

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Shankweiler’s Drive-In is celebrating its 90th birthday! We visited the iconic spot to speak with new owners Matt and Lauren about their plans, the venue’s unique history, and the future of drive-ins.

Discover how it all started with a simple bedsheet, and how neighbors have enjoyed movies from their bedrooms for years. We’ll explore why the new owners are keeping the drive-in open year-round and what exciting things they have in store – including a huge 90th anniversary celebration on Sunday, April 14th. Find out more at www.shankweilers.com/events

The Lehigh Valley is a haven for drive-in enthusiasts, and Matt and Lauren are leading the charge – honoring the past while embracing innovation.

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Matt and Lauren – Shankweiler’s Drive-In

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Hold Us Closer, Tony Danza!

Posted On February 4, 2024 By lvwithlove In /

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We’re talking today with the one and only Tony Danza. An American icon on television, screen, stage, and in our hearts, he’s coming to SteelStacks on April 5 for his one-man-show, Standards & Stories.

Combining timeless music with wit, charm, storytelling and a dash of soft shoe and ukulele performances, Tony Danza performs a selection of his favorite standards from the Great American Songbook while interweaving stories about his life and personal connection to the music.

Today, I ask him some of your questions. We talk about his career from its beginnings in the gym and big break with “Taxi”, to his time on “Who’s the Boss” and, most recently, “Raising Kanan”.

We ask him about the making of some of his movies like the “The Garbage Picking Field Goal Kicking Philadelphia Phenomenon” and we get into what keeps him dancing and singing into his 70s.

We also ask him what he thinks about everyone signing “Hold me Closer Tony Danza” and where that all came from in the first place.

Thank you, Tony!

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Tony Danza

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Tony Danza Performs his Newest One-Man Show, Standards & Stories: SteelStacks.org

The Crossword Show with Zach Sherwin of Epic Rap Battles of History!

Posted On October 19, 2023 By lvwithlove In /

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Best known for his contributions to ‘Epic Rap Battles of History,’ Zach Sherwin is a comedian, writer, rapper, and the creative mind behind The Crossword Show, coming to SteelStacks in Bethlehem on 10/22.

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In this episode, we delve into Zach’s diverse career, from viral rap battles to crafting crossword puzzles for The New York Times. We talk about how he got started, some of his favorite Epic Rap Battles, and find out what makes his upcoming performance at SteelStacks on October 22nd an event not to be missed!

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Zach Sherwin – The Crossword Show / Epic Rap Battles

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The Crossword Show at SteelStacks : https://www.steelstacks.org/event/14872/the-crossword-show-with-zach-sherwin/

Running Every Street in the Lehigh Valley: Joel Hibshman’s Clean Sweep

Posted On September 6, 2023 By lvwithlove In /

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Joel Hibshman is going to run every single street in the Lehigh Valley and pick up as much trash as he can in the process.

Learn about Joel’s incredible journey where he’s already run the 6000 some odd streets in Lehigh County and he’s closing in on the remaining miles in Northampton County. Along the way, he’s collected enough trash to fill up a Lehigh Valley warehouse!

Thanks for the fun conversation and for inspiring others!

Be sure to follow Joel on Instagram at www.instagram.com/joelhibshman to stay up to date!

Some of Joel’s stats as of the publication of this episode:

Completed cities – 57
2023 goal: reach 24,901 lifetime miles.
Long term goal: run of the 11,825 streets in the Lehigh Valley by 2025.
4,373 of 5,816 Northampton county streets completed.
10,382 of 11,825 streets in the Lehigh Valley completed.
All 6,009 streets in Lehigh County completed as of December 2022.

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Joel Hibshman

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12-Foot-Tall Skeleton Crawl 2023

Posted On September 4, 2023 By lvwithlove In Blog / 3

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If you’re any of the above, please use the form below to get in touch with us!

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Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast Featured on Rover’s Morning Glory

Posted On July 27, 2023 By lvwithlove In Blog /

A snippet of the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast episode on fan collectors with Robbie Lawrence and Steve Osdene (original episode here) was played and discussed on an episode of the nationally syndicated Rover’s Morning Glory program. They talk Musikfest, the upcoming 12th Annual Lehigh Valley Fan Meet and other fun stuff. The episode comes in at about 2:30.

This is the original podcast episode that was featured.

Unleashing the Spirit: Tales from the Ginvitational / June 4 at SteelStacks

Posted On May 20, 2023 By lvwithlove In /

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We talk with Juniper & Grain’s Jay Nee about the return of The Ginvitational to SteelStacks on June 4.

A new kind of spirit-tasting event, The Ginvitational is a celebration of cocktail culture featuring gin, bourbon, vodka, and much more. You will be introduced to spirits from a long list of local, national and international distillers, including the Ginvitational Premium Access Lounge sponsor Edrington, who will be featuring their No. 3 London Dry Gin.

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Jay Nee: Juniper & Grain and The Ginvitational

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Ginvintational: https://www.steelstacks.org/event/13753/the-ginvitational/

Exploring the Emotions of “Happy Sadurday” with Coplay Filmaker Hannah Mittermeier

Posted On April 12, 2023 By lvwithlove In /

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“Happy Sadurday” chronicles a young woman’s thought process and the very moments leading up to her 22nd birthday – this occasion, typically filled with excitement, is weighed down by grief and survivor’s guilt, as this is an age that her older brother didn’t quite live to see.

Join us as we speak with Coplay filmmaker Hannah Mittermeier about her first film and how she’d like it to shed a brighter light on mental health, family, and moving forward.

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https://seedandspark.com/fund/happy-sadurday

Happy Sadurday Instagram: www.instagram.com/happysadshortfilm/

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Hanna Mittermeir: Filmmaker

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Happy Sadurday: www.instagram.com/happysadshortfilm/

Lehigh Valley Native American Traditions with PAZA Tree of Life and The Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania

Posted On September 23, 2022 By lvwithlove In /

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In this episode of Lehigh Valley Passport to History, we speak with Delwin Fiddler (AKA Elk Bear, Hehakapa Mahto), Founder of PAZA Tree of Life and Adam DePaul, Tribal Council Member of The Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania.

We are also joined by PAZA Advisory Board Member on Arts and Cultural Affairs, Dr. Samora Free, and Briana Feston, also of PAZA Tree of Life.

Learn more about their continued efforts to preserve, celebrate, and educate on Native American History and Culture throughout the Lehigh Valley and the world.

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Delwin Fiddler (AKA Elk Bear, Hehakapa Mahto): Founder of PAZA Tree of Life

Adam DePaul: Tribal Council Member of The Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania.

Dr. Samora Free: PAZA Tree of Life Advisory Board Member on Arts and Cultural Affairs

Briana Feston: PAZA Tree of Life

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Paza Tree of Life: www.pazatree.org

Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania: www.lenape-nation.org/cultural-center

Lehigh Valley Passport to History: www.LVHistory.org

The Lehigh Valley is rich with possibilities. A proud heritage and bright future that has long attracted makers, innovators, and those with great vision.

Everything you need to create the life you want… on your terms. Vibrant downtowns. Charming Main Streets with surprises around every corner. And lots of open spaces to explore.

Live, work, learn, play. Discover all that’s Made Possible in Lehigh Valley at lehighvalleymadepossible.com.

Wyatt Moore and Tyler Stoudt, Creators of “The Inventor” on The Fantasy Network

Posted On January 30, 2022 By lvwithlove In /

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Wyatt Moore and Tyler Stoudt met at Whitehall High School, where they started the school’s first film club. After both receiving film scholarships to different schools, they kept in touch enough to still put together a web series that was recently picked up by The Fantasy Network.

We talk about how they started their web series, what motivates them, and what’s in store.

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The Fantasy Network: watch.thefantasy.network/tv-show/the-inventor/

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New Year’s Eve Game Night

Posted On January 1, 2022 By lvwithlove In Blog, Video /

We rang in 2022 with a little game night featuring Yeti in My Spaghetti, Mermaid Island, Connect 4, and more!

Wishing you a safe, healthy, and happy 2022 from all of us at Lehigh Valley with Love!

Lehigh Valley with Love Holiday Spectacular LIVE (4+ Hours)

Posted On December 11, 2021 By lvwithlove In /

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Join hosts George Wacker and Phil Reese on for the Lehigh Valley with Love Holiday Spectacular recorded live on December 7, 2021 with some super special musical guests live or recorded including:

Puddles Pity Party
Eljuri
Hannah Gill
Pepperwine
Gangstagrass
Ryan Tennis
Corinne Mammana
Jon Worthy
Carver Commodore
and more!

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Ginger & The Schnappes | New Jazz and Social Music in the Lehigh Valley

Posted On August 4, 2021 By lvwithlove In / No Comments

In this Episode, we’re talking with Joe MIxon and Ginger Brew of Ginger and The Schnappes, a six piece jazz band from the Lehigh Valley.

Ginger and the Schnappes is a star studded affair with Mixon on Guitar, Ginger on Vocals, Brian Bortz on Bass, Dan Twaddell on alto sax, flute, and soprano sax; Vernon Mobley on drums; and Patrick Kerssen on piano.

“Ginger and The Schnappes is a six piece jazz band that swings the great jazz standards. Their broad repertoire covers the great songs from 1920 to 2020 and includes Jazz, Pop, Latin, Country and Blues. Their music is inviting, listenable and danceable.”

We talk about how they formed, promoting during the pandemic, their upcoming shows at Musikfest, their new album social music, and how you can book them for your next gig.

Be sure to see them at Musikfest and check out our Live Stream for August 7 (even if this is after August 7 you can still check it out)

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