Summer events, new apps, & your social media starter kit ☀️
Published about 1 month ago • 3 min read
We hope you’ve had a beautiful start to spring! When it hasn't been raining, our team has been soaking up fresh air and exploring the outdoors. A few team members recently took a road trip to the Quehanna Wild Area, a stunning 50,000-acre preserve tucked within the PA Wilds. If you’re looking for an easy, peaceful hike, check out the Beaver Run Impoundment Loop — we even spotted a bald eagle nesting!
What’s new + what’s coming ✨
Earlier this month, we visited one of our clients, Harmony Forge Inn, a charming bed & breakfast, wedding venue, and event center in Central PA. The property dates back to the 1790s and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Once home to the Harmony Forge and Milesburg Iron Works, it now serves as a picture-perfect backdrop for weddings, events, and relaxing weekend escapes.
We’ll be attending the Inn’s Unveiling Event on Friday, June 27, where the public is invited to explore the beautiful renovations, enjoy live music, delicious food, and refreshing craft beverages. If you’re in the area, we’d love to see you there!
Coming Soon: Creator Network Meetup
Can’t make it to the unveiling? Join us for the Creator Network Meetup, also hosted at Harmony Forge Inn, on Saturday, July 19!
This event is designed to inspire, connect, and equip content creators and influencers with the tools and community support to grow. With the beauty of Happy Valley as our backdrop, it’s going to be a creative, energizing day.
We’re excited to support the Central PA Festival of the Arts with their social media this year! Happening in downtown State College from July 9–13, the festival is a summer staple — one of the country’s top juried art fairs and a beloved Penn State alumni weekend. With music, art, food, and community fun, it’s the place to be right after the Fourth of July.
We love a good community-driven post and team members Sara and Katey nailed it with this one. With Sara's creative eye and Katey's knack for crafting compelling copy, the post perfectly captured the heart and hustle of downtown State College businesses, with a heartfelt reminder to continue supporting them with every visit, purchase, and shoutout. 💛
Campus Steaks Downtown State College
The Social Starter Kit 🤝
You’re not ready to hire a full-time social media team, but you are ready to stop winging it.
The Social Starter Kit is designed for growing brands that need a clear plan and real support to get started the right way.
You know social media matters for growing your business. But between figuring out what to post, how to find the right people to collaborate with, and what’s actually working… things get overwhelming fast.
The Social Starter Kit was designed for teams and growing brands that need a clear plan — and a little help making meaningful connections — to get started the right way.
Here's what's included: ✨ 1:1 initial strategy session ✨ Custom strategy guide complete with content pillars, calendar samples, and engagement tips ✨ Curated content creator matchmaking to expand your reach ✨ Ongoing support — we're just an email away
Last week, the Hello Social Co. team came together for our annual retreat in Happy Valley, Pennsylvania—our home base. Along with a site visit to Harmony Forge Inn, the retreat gave out-of-town team members a chance to connect face-to-face with local clients and explore some of the area’s amazing businesses. From painting pottery at 2000 Degrees in downtown State College to enjoying dinner and drinks at The View Restaurant & Bar in Boalsburg, we had an unforgettable time soaking up all that Happy Valley has to offer!
It’s designed to simplify content creation for creators on the go. While it may not be the tool for more advanced editing, it is useful for quick editing to add overlays like captions and photos, music, and voice-overs. Download it now and give it a try!
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