Get Posted! (on the Website)
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The article below is geared primarily towards Chairmen and other members responsible for the various events that take place at EDW. But, the information is relevant for any member who has information to share or a story to tell -- the Website is yours. But the first move is yours... contact us.

[Originally printed in the October 2006 Knight Life]

Over the past year, the Website has proven itself to be an effective tool. However, it can do more if we choose to use it. Using the Website to inform and promote can demonstrate better, to more members and non-members, that EDW is a vibrant and active Council.

If you are responsible for a Council event (such as a crab feast, holiday party, picnic, or book-signing) you are encouraged to use the Web as a tool for promotion. No special skills required. BUT, as the event owner YOU must take the lead. Just as you send a story to the Knight Life via the Editor, you should contact the Website via the Webmaster. To get your project online, here is what should happen:

1. Decide how to promote it. The Web is a more flexible, cheaper medium than the newsletter so you can do more than simply provide the date, location, and price. Even for regular events, don’t assume everyone knows the drill. Think about it; most members haven’t been to our events before.
2. Supply your content (story, fliers, etc.) to the Webmaster. This can be much earlier than the Knight Life if you’re planning more than a month ahead.
3. The Webmaster will post your info and help design something nice if you would like.
4. After the event you can choose to post an update, such as “The Car Show was a huge success. Thanks to...” Otherwise, the post will be pulled down in the week or two afterwards.

If you are responsible for a regular event (such as 500 Club, Bridge, etc,) consider requesting a simple web page. Just submit the content including a description, details, contact information, and any ideas you might have.

The EDW Webmaster has a background in graphic design, Web design, and marketing and is willing to work with anyone interested in fully promoting their events given enough time. Contact webmaster@kofcedw2473.org. Take the first step; reach more people and entice them to attend your next event.