Good Neighbors Live Here Premiere Party

Join us for the premiere of Lehigh Valley Public Media and Greenleaf Productions' new program, Good Neighbors Live Here
About this Event

Enjoy the premiere of Good Neighbors Live Here, a brand-new Lehigh Valley Public Media television series celebrating the people who are dedicated to elevating the Lehigh Valley for a better tomorrow.

Join us on Thursday, September 10 at 5:30 PM at the Univest Public Media Center for a special evening of stories, connection, music, refreshments, and the premiere of the upcoming ten-episode series.

Rooted in the spirit of community, Good Neighbors Live Here showcases the voices, experiences, and contributions of local changemakers. From educators and nonprofit leaders to entrepreneurs and advocates, the series shares inspiring stories of impact from neighbors throughout the Lehigh Valley.

Our September 10 guests include:

• Hasshan Batts, Founder, Promise Neighborhoods of the Lehigh Valley & Pr*son Survivor Network
• Dawn Godshall, Executive Director, Community Action Lehigh Valley

This premiere is free to attend, but space is limited and advance registration is required.

Come celebrate the stories that connect our community, one neighbor at a time. 🏡📺

Cant attend? Good Neighbors Live Here will be airing on September 15 at 6:30 p.m.! Catch the first few episodes on the following dates:

• 9/15
• 9/29
• 10/6
• 10/20

You can stream the episodes on PBS Passport as they air. Want access to even more? Donate and become a member today to watch exclsuive specials and other PBS shows!

Show guests include

1. Dawn Godshall, Community Action Lehigh Valley + Hasshan Batts, Promise Neighborhoods of the Lehigh Valley & Pr*son Survivor Network
2. Anne Baum, Lehigh Valley Reilly Children's Hospital (retired) + Eric Ruth, Kellyn Foundation
3. David Robertson, Joshway + Harrison Bailey, Wilson High School
4. Nathaniel Williams, ChildFirst Services & ChildPromise Inc + Alisa Baratta, Third Street Alliance
5. Dr. David Ruth, Northampton Community College + David Shaffer, Just Born (retired) + Jack Silva, Bethlehem Area School District (retired)
6. Linda Vega Sirop, Magistrate District Judge + Dr. Michelle Laureano, Mujer Lehigh Valley Magazine
7. Rick Anderson, St. Luke's University Health Network + Bob Spenzierato, Bethlehem Area School District Bus Driver
8. Kevin Greene, Faces International & Preventive Measures + Yamelisa Jimenez Taveras, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of the Greater Lehigh Valley & Counseling Solutions of the Lehigh Valley
9. Kurt Landes, Lehigh Valley IronPigs + Vicki Doule, Capital Blue Cross
10. Jim Brooks + Rob Brooks, Lehigh Valley Phantoms

About Greenleaf Productions

Green Leaf Productions, Inc. is a multi-award-winning production studio founded in 2004. Their production experts have decades of combined experience, from local to national and international productions.

Greenleaf Productions is partnering with Lehigh Valley Public Media to produce Good Neighbors Live Here in 2026.

Thank you to our sponsor!

Agenda

🕑: 05:30 PM - 06:15 PM
Reception

Info: Doors open at 5:30 PM. Enjoy refreshments and mingling with guests until the program starts

🕑: 06:15 PM
Welcome
🕑: 06:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Episode Premiere
🕑: 07:00 PM - 07:25 PM
Panel Discusison
🕑: 07:25 PM - 07:30 PM
Closing remarks