Here’s a concise plan for your project: a suggested title, synopsis, and a sample outline for a “Recycled Pallet Tree” event entry, plus quick notes on organizing a community events calendar using Bartow listings as a model.
Suggested title
– Designing a Community Events Calendar: Lessons from Bartow’s Event Listings
Suggested synopsis
– Best practices for curating a local events calendar, using Bartow listings as examples—categorization, accessibility, and promotion tips.
Event entry: Recycled Pallet Tree (Choose from Nov. 15 or Dec. 6)
– Organizer: UF/IFAS Extension Polk County Master Gardener Volunteers
– Activity: Upcycled Christmas tree craft using deconstructed pallets and can lids
– Date options: November 15 or December 6
– Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
– Location: Brenneman Auditorium, main Extension building (enter on south side; signs posted)
– Age/participants: All ages welcome (adult supervision as needed)
– What to expect:
– Hands-on crafting: select pre-cut boards, assemble into a 40–45 inch tall free-standing tree
– Decorative options: whitewash or green wash; decorate with can lids featuring Christmas symbols or messages
– Casual, festive environment with help for assembling
– accommodations: Contact Julie Schelb at 863-519-1041 or j.schelb@ufl.edu (request accommodations at least 10 days prior)
– Registration/ticket: No printed ticket needed; check-in at door with name (electronic)
– Cancellation policy: Event may be canceled for low registration; updates posted on Eventbrite; registrants notified by email
– Resources: More information at https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/polk/
– Contact: 863-519-1041
– Accessibility note: Ensure venue has reachable entrance and seating; provide any needed accommodations upon request
Notes for building a Bartow-style community events calendar
– Categorization
– Group events by type: Education/Workshops, Faith/Spiritual, Arts/Crafts, Community Service, etc.
– Tag by audience: families, adults, seniors, youth, general
– Accessibility and clarity
– Include essential details: date(s), start/end times, location, cost (if any), registration method, and contact
– Use consistent formatting for date/time and addresses; avoid jargon
– Include direct links to more information when possible
– Promotion and visibility
– Provide a brief, compelling summary (what participants will experience)
– Highlight unique or hands-on components (e.g., “upcycled pallets”; “hands-on crafting”)
– Note any accommodations early (accessibility, language accessibility, etc.)
– Event structure and consistency
– For recurring events, show the next few dates upfront (e.g., “Next: Nov 15, Dec 6”)
– Maintain a single source of truth (one calendar system) to avoid duplications
– Registration and logistics
– Clarify ticketing: free vs. paid, cancellation/refund policy, check-in process
– Provide clear contact information for questions
– Visuals and accessibility
– If possible, include a short image or thumbnail for each event
– Ensure alt-text for images and accessible color contrast in the calendar UI
– Verification with organizers
– Confirm dates, times, locations, and any changes with the event organizers before posting
– Note any capacity limits or safety guidelines
Sample calendar entry (for Bartow-style listing)
– Title: Recycled Pallet Tree Workshop
– Organizer: UF/IFAS Extension Polk County Master Gardener Volunteers
– Date: November 15, 2024
– Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
– Location: Brenneman Auditorium, Main Extension Building (South entrance)
– Description: Upcycled Christmas tree craft using deconstructed pallets and can lids; choose from pre-cut boards; 40–45 inches tall; optional white/green wash; decorate with can-lid designs; hands-on, festive session
– Registration: No ticket needed; check-in at door with name
– Fees: Free
– Accessibility: Please request accommodations at least 10 days prior (contact Julie Schelb)
– Contact: 863-519-1041; j.schelb@ufl.edu
– Link: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/polk/
If you’d like, I can format multiple event entries (including the PMP training listing you included) into a clean calendar-ready set and tailor them to Bartow’s typical layout or your preferred platform.