On this episode, Laurie Hackett first welcomes Teri Haddad, VP of Advancement & Marketing at Phoebe Ministries, to talk about the growing rate of loneliness among our seniors. Teri explores what true connection really looks like and how Phoebe gives back to the entire community through its work.
Then, Laurie sits down with Mel Klausner, Will Ervin, and Julia Ulrich to talk about the ability of local theatre to teach and inspire. The group shares some of the biggest life lessons theatre can teach young people, their work to rebuild the Salisbury High School theatre program, and why the arts matter in our community.
A Closer Look explores the many nonprofit organizations throughout the Lehigh Valley. New episodes air the fourth Monday of every month from 6:30 to 7:00 PM following Lehigh Valley Arts Salon.
(Original air-date: 8/24/26)
