Join in the celebration of 2025 Court Reporting & Captioning Week being observed Feb. 1-8 with an array of activities.
Saturday is kick-off
First, if you are planning to attend NCRA’s Leadership & Legislative Boot Camp Feb. 2-4 in Washington, D.C., consider arriving early to take part in a fun-filled marketing photo shoot happening Sat., Feb. 1 from 2-5 pm. Besides celebrating the profession in pictures, you might just end up on one of NCRA’s house ads promoting anything from membership to Celebrate Certification Month in May to Conference or even next year’s Court Reporting & Captioning Week. Plus you’ll have the chance to snap a picture for social media of yourself or some friends in a special commemorative frame that will be onsite during Boot Camp. To sign up for the photo shoot or for more information, email pr@ncra.org. If you plan to attend, also consider bringing your machine!
Throughout the week the Virginia Court Reporters Association (VCRA) has planned a number of social events across the Commonwealth as well as Washington, D.C., to bring together court reporters, captioners, and friends for either an afternoon or evening of fun, networking, and celebration.
Below is a complete schedule of dates, times, and locations:
- Feb., 4: 6 p.m.: Cast Plates & Pints, 3555 Electric Rd., Roanoke, Va. RSVP by Jan. 28 to Terri Ferris at mtheresaferris@gmail.com or Kelly Hopkins at kelhopkins@aol.com.
- Feb. 5: 6 p.m.: Crafted RVA, Libbie Mill Midtown, 4900 Libbie Mill East Blvd., Richmond, Va. RSVP to Ruth Levy at ruthlevyrpr@gmail.com.
- Feb. 7: 4-7 p.m.: Baker’s Crust Artisan Kitchen, 330 W. 21st St., Norfolk, Va. RSVP to Dana Pon at stenochica@cox.net.
- Feb. 7: 6-9 p.m.: In collaboration with the Maryland Court Reporters Association, Mission Dupont Circle, 1606 20th St. N.W., Washington, D.C. RSVP to Stephanie Barnes at Barnes.Stephanie90@gmail.com.
- Feb. 8: 6-9 pm: 2 Silos, Manassas, Va. RSVP to Stephanie Barnes at Barnes.Stephanie90@gmail.com.
On Feb. 1, from 10-11:30 a.m. EST, VCRA is also sponsoring “Voices of Steno: Inspiring Success for Court Reporting & Captioning Week 2025,” a free, dynamic, and interactive Zoom event that will celebrate the art and profession of stenography as well as inspire, educate, and empower the next generation of court reporters. Featured speakers will include industry leaders Joshua Edwards, RDR, CRR, CRC, a CART captioner and court reporter from New York, N.Y.; Debbie Dibble, FAPR, RDR, CRR, CRC, an NCRA past president and freelance court reporter and captioner from Salt Lake City, Utah; and moderator VCRA President Michele Eddy, RPR, CRR, CRI, a freelance court reporter from Washington, D.C. Register here.
The New York State Court Reporters Association is celebrating Court Reporting & Captioning Week with an event being held Feb. 6 at 6 p.m. on Long Island. Members are gathering at Mannino’s Italian Kitchen and Lounge located at 2158 Jericho Turnpike, Commack, N.Y., to enjoy free appetizers, a cash bar, and raffle prizes. Space is limited, so those interested should RSVP to hbrenner@realtimecenter.com and put in the subject line CR&CW 2/6.
Other events happening throughout the week include:
Steno Love Karaoke Party, hosted by Margary Rogers, RPR, CRI, an official court reporter and NCRA Board Member from Washington, D.C., Feb. 7. Learn more here.
Strides for Steno is holding its annual Virtual 5k Walk/Run between Feb. 1 and 8. Learn more here.
Motivation Monday hosted by NCRA’s Membership, Marketing, & Outreach Committee. Learn more here.
Beyond the Transcript: Essential Skills for Future Court Reporters, a free webinar hosted by Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C) for students on Tues., Feb. 4. Register now.
Master Your Practice Plan, a webinar for students and new professionals being offered through NCRA’s Learning Center, Feb. 5. Learn more here.
