Create an Event

• WordPress Training Guide
• Why the Change?
• WordPress Basics
• User Roles
• Access & Navigation
• Creating & Editing Pages
• Workflow Stages
• Uploading Files
• Adding Links
• Create an Event
• Structuring Pages (Parent/Child)
• Final Exam
• Tips & Best Practices

Events are a custom post type in WordPress. When an event is created and approved, it automatically appears in the Events widget on the site.

Step 1: Navigate to Events

• From the Admin Menu, go to Events → Add New.

Step 2: Use Simple Page Layout

• Choose Simple Page Layout for consistency.
• Add:
  • Title: The name of the event.
  • Heading 1: Usually the event title again or a descriptive heading.
  • Description: Include details about the event, agenda, and any materials.

Step 3: Enter Event Settings

• In the Settings → Events tab (right sidebar):
  • Event Date: Use the date picker.
  • Start Time: e.g., 2:00 p.m.
  • End Time: e.g., 3:00 p.m.
  • Event Type: Select from available types (e.g., Webinar, Meeting).
  • Audience: Choose who the event is for (current options: Individuals & Families, Partners, Providers).
  • Topic: Select relevant topics.
  • Program (optional): Decide if this is needed—users may not know program names.
  • Division: Likely not needed for filtering—agree to omit if possible.

Step 4: Add Buttons

• Use button blocks for actions:
  • [Register] for events requiring registration.
  • [Join Webinar] for events without registration.

Step 5: Add Additional Details

• Include agenda or meeting materials as needed.
• Add links to files (using the file linking method we covered earlier).

Step 6: Workflow

• Save as Draft until ready.
• Submit for OC Review.
• Once approved, the event will appear in the Events widget automatically.

Important Behavior:

• The date entered in the sidebar automatically displays on the page—you don’t need to manually add it.
• Users will filter events by:
  • When (date)
  • Audience
  • Topic
  • Event Type