Events

ABC East Lanes Bowling 1001 Eisenhower Blvd., Harrisburg  Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.  Members: $25 Future Members/Guests: $30  The cost includes two hours of bowling, shoe rental, food, and non-alcoholic beverages. Alcohol must be individually purchased.  Register here by Monday, Nov. 27, 2023. This event is capped at 50 people, so register early!  We’re Committed to…

Amy Hill, APR to Receive the 2023 Ernest R. McDowell Award Amy Hill, APR has been selected as the recipient of the 2023 Ernest R. McDowell Award. The award recognizes individuals for sustained excellence in the field of public relations, in both the profession and the community. Amy embodies the pillars of public relations by…

Featured Speakers:  Christine Cronkright, Internal Communications Manager, Gannett Flemming Nicole McCartan, M.B.A., PhD(c), Marketing and Business Development at STEM-UP Network Description: Dive into the intricacies of human behavior and its profound impact on communication. From the intricate workings of the brain to the profound influences on thoughts, emotions, and actions, behavioral neuroscience has long been…

It’s everyone’s favorite time of year – the Joint Summer Social is back! Mark your calendars to get together with friends and colleagues from PPRS and PRSA Central PA on Wednesday, July 26, 2023. Where: Zeroday Brewing, 925 N. Third St., Harrisburg  When: Wed., July 26, 2023 Cost:  $30 for PPRS members and guests The menu…

Thursday, June 22, 7-8 p.m. (virtual) With Abe Amorós, PA Municipal League, and Kate Moyer, PSECU  Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than buzzwords. As a Forbes Leadership article states, “When it comes to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), organizations must respond not only in their hiring and human resources practices but also in their…

We’re mixing it up! Join us for a FREE opportunity to spend time with fellow public relations professionals in Central PA! Whether you are a familiar face or looking to learn more about our group, all are welcome. This casual networking event allows attendees to stay for the full event, or drop in for as…

In the age of social media and 24/7 news cycles, effective stakeholder engagement is more critical than ever. When it comes to changing the narrative of an organization or company, how we engage stakeholders can profoundly impact the desired outcomes. Kelli Roberts, Director of Policy and External Affairs for the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, will discuss…

Featured Speakers: Kelly Kautz, Lead UX Strategist, JPL and Josh Barlup, Manager of Interactive Developers, JPL The web has come a long way since the first website was introduced over 30 years ago. Since then, we as professional communicators have learned the importance of user-focused design, and more important still, site accessibility.  Join us as…

Hear from Harrisburg University’s Director of Live Entertainment Frank Schofield about how the HU Presents program came to be and the purpose it serves for the community. Marketing Director Sara Bozich will share her tactics for engaging their audience through social media, email, and traditional PR tactics.  Plus, you’ll hear about the University’s all-new Emerging…

Thursday, Feb. 23, 12-1 p.m. (Virtual) Join us for a special VIRTUAL meeting featuring Melissa Hariri, Executive Director, Communications at Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar. Leading a national casual dining restaurant brand requires expertise in everything from crisis communications, public relations, social media, advertising, and internal communications. Hear about Melissa’s experience as a communications leader,…

Featured Speakers:  Bob Saline, APR, Fellow PRSA Deborah Saline, APR, Fellow PRSA Description: A global pandemic shut down professional networking for two years. Now that we are regularly returning to in-person events, it’s time for us to polish up our social skills!  Join us to learn about GEM (graciousness, etiquette and manners) and a professional…