Events

Summer PRSA Lunch & Learn Session

PLEASE NOTE: Due to unforeseen circumstances, we need to reschedule this event. We’ll update everyone as soon as possible with a new date and time.

đź“… Date/Time: TBA

đź“Ť Location: Giant Food Trindle Road Camp Hil PA (2nd fl. conference center)

🎉 Event: Join Us for a Summer PRSA Lunch & Learn Session

💬 Description: Geisinger’s innovative Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) partnership with Penn State Athletics

Featuring Valerie Reed, Senior Marketing Strategist at Geisinger

Discover how Geisinger’s innovative Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) partnership with Penn State Athletics earned the 2025 Keystone Award and is reshaping community engagement and brand strategy.

Valerie Reed will share insights into this groundbreaking collaboration with Penn State University student-athletes, designed to elevate Geisinger’s brand visibility and deepen connections with local communities.

Key Discussion Points

  • NIL Partnership: How collaboration supports athletic programs, fosters community relationships, and drives mutual revenue growth.
  • Strategic Initiatives: Behind-the-scenes look at events, communications, and marketing strategies that boosted employee and community engagement.

Why Attend?

  • Gain a deeper understanding of the NIL program and its strategic value.
  • Learn actionable strategies for enhancing brand awareness and community outreach.
  • Hear directly from a leading voice in healthcare marketing.

Cost: $20 for members, $30 for non-members

Registration Open: Midtown Mural Stroll and Joint Summer Social

📅 Date/Time: Thursday, July 31 at 5:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Millworks, Midtown Harrisburg
🅿️ Parking: Millworks parking lot
🎉 Event: Midtown Mural Stroll & Joint Summer Social
đź’¬ Description:
Lace up your sneakers and join us for the annual PPRS/PRSA joint summer social in Midtown Harrisburg! On July 31 at 5:30 p.m., we’ll meet in the Broad Street Market courtyard for a 1-mile looping, guided walking tour of the Midtown area murals led by Sprocket Mural Works followed by food and drinks at Millworks. This event is open to members, guests and families! Register by July 24th.

Cost: $30, includes food and one free drink ticket!

Register

PR Connect – Happy Hour & APR Insights

đź“… Date/Time: Wednesday, June 18 at 5:30 p.m.
đź“Ť Location: South County Brewing Co. (Lancaster location) at the Park Bar outside located at 26 West King Street, Lancaster, PA 17603 (formerly The Pressroom).
🅿️ Parking: The nearest parking is available at the Steinman Parking Garage (corner of Vine St. and Prince St.). Additional details will be included in your confirmation email. We also are working through potentially offering free parking. This is not yet confirmed. 
🎉 Event: PR Connect – Happy Hour & APR Insights
đź’¬ Description:
Join us on Wednesday, June 18 for a lively and informative happy hour at the outdoor Park Bar of South County Brewing Co in downtown Lancaster!

This event is designed for public relations professionals to connect, exchange ideas and explore the APR (Accreditation in Public Relations) credential in a relaxed setting. Whether you’re curious about the process, currently pursuing your APR, or already a seasoned APR looking to mentor others—this event is for you! And, if you are just looking to mix and mingle with peers in the profession, we welcome you to join the fun.

This is a free event and open to everyone—you don’t need to be a member to attend. Enjoy great conversations, share a bit about your professional journey, and leave with new insights and connections.

The event is rain or shine. In the case of rain, we will just host the gathering inside, rather than at the Park Bar outside of the restaurant.

đź’µ Cost: Free! RSVP kindly requested.

Register Here