Community Connection

New Episodes Every Friday

Hosted by Lisa Mazzarella

An interview series dedicated to celebrating the incredible work of nonprofit organizations across Northeastern and Central Pennsylvania. Airs each Friday on WVIA Radio during NPR’s Morning Edition and All Things Considered programs. Also available as an extended podcast.

Latest Episodes

Child Development Center of NEPA

Guest: Ashley Winslow, Executive Director, Child Development Council of NEPA
The Hope Center of Nescopeck

Guest: Elliot Maleski, President of The Hope Center of Nescopeck
Transitions of PA

Guest: Mae-Ling Kranz, Executive Director, Transitions of PA
Greater Wyoming Valley Area YMCA

Guests: Samantha Reinhardt, Aquatics Instructor, Wyoming Valley YMCAEd Snitko, Volunteer Aquatics and Movement Instructor
Northeast Sight Services

Guest: Amy Feldman, President and CEO, Northeast Sight Services
Supporting Area Families Everyday (S.A.F.E)

Guest: Heather McNett, Executive Director and Founder, S.A.F.E
Pathway to Recovery Counseling and Education Services at the W.A.V.E.S Center

Guest: Angelia Petrillo, Cessation Specialist, Pathway to Recovery
Winterspring Sanctuary

Guests: Nicole Will, Founder and Executive Director of Winterspring SanctuarySarah Walzer, Founding Board Member, Winterspring Sanctuary
The Improved Milton Experience (T.I.M.E.)

Guest: Heather Powell, Executive Director, T.I.M.E.
Muncy Area Mutual Aid Association (MAMA)

Guest: Neal Winder, Treasurer, Muncy Area Mutual Aid Association

Lisa Mazzarella

Since 1993, Lisa Mazzarella has been the "early morning voice" on WVIA Radio. From 10am to noon, she produces and hosts a classical music program highlighting some of the "lighter fare" included in the WVIA Radio music library. With the goal of making classical music accessible to everyone, she recently inaugurated "The Classical Club" which encourages audience feedback, commentary, and musings about selected pieces of music featured during the morning show.