20 - How to View Upcoming Events

Connect’s calendar shows upcoming lodge events, meetings, and activities. This guide shows you how to view events.

What are Connect Events?

Events on Connect include:

• Stated meetings
• Degree work
• Social activities
• Community service events
• Fundraisers
• Special programs
• Dinners and gatherings

Where to Find Events

Main Calendar

From Connect home page:

1. Click “Calendar” in the main menu
2. View all upcoming events across groups you follow

Group Calendar

From a specific group:

1. Go to the group’s page (your lodge)
2. Click the “Calendar” or “Events” tab
3. View events for that group only

Home Feed

Recent and upcoming events appear in your home feed.

Calendar Widget (Sidebar)

Some systems show a mini calendar or event list in the sidebar.

Viewing the Calendar

Calendar Views

Month View:

• Shows full month
• Events appear on their dates
• Click a date to see events that day

List View:

• Events listed chronologically
• Shows details for each
• Easier to read on mobile

Week View:

• Shows one week at a time
• See events by day of week

Day View:

• Shows one day’s events
• Most detailed view

To switch views:

• Look for view options (Month, List, Week, Day)
• Click your preference

Navigating the Calendar

To view different months:

• Click forward/back arrows
• Click month name to select different month
• Click “Today” to return to current date

On mobile:

• Swipe left/right to change months
• Tap date to see events

Viewing Event Details

Click on an Event

1. Click the event name or date
2. Event details page opens

Event Information

You’ll see:

• Event name/title
• Date and time
• Location (with map if available)
• Description - What the event is about
• Who’s invited - All members, specific group, etc.
• RSVP status - Who’s attending
• Photos - Related to the event
• Attachments - Documents, forms, etc.

RSVP Information

See:

• How many are attending
• Who’s attending (may show names)
• Who’s not attending
• Who hasn’t responded

To RSVP: See How to RSVP to an Event

Types of Events

Recurring Events

Some events repeat:

• “Every 1st Tuesday” - Stated meetings
• “Every Thursday” - Weekly events
• “Monthly”

Viewing recurring events:

• Each occurrence shows separately
• Or one event shows with “Repeating” indicator
• Click to see all instances

Private Events

Some events are visible only to:

• Officers
• Specific committees
• Invited members

You’ll only see events you have permission to view.

Cancelled Events

Cancelled events may show:

• “CANCELLED” indicator
• Strike through text
• Different color
• Still appear so you know not to attend

Past Events

Most calendars show past events:

• Grayed out
• In a separate “Past Events” section
• Can view photos and details from past events

Filtering Events

By Group

If you follow multiple groups:

1. Look for group filter dropdown
2. Select specific group
3. See only that group’s events

Or select “All Groups” to see everything.

By Type

Filter by event type:

• Meetings
• Social events
• Degree work
• Community service

Look for “Filter” or “Event Type” dropdown.

By Date Range

View events in specific timeframe:

• Next 7 days
• Next 30 days
• This month
• Custom date range

Your Personal Calendar

My Events

View only events you’re attending:

1. Click your profile menu
2. Click “My Calendar” or “My Events”
3. See events you RSVP’d “Yes” to

Great for:

• Planning your schedule
• Seeing what you committed to
• Not missing events

Calendar Integration

Some systems let you:

• Export to Google Calendar
• Export to Outlook/iCal
• Add to your phone calendar

Look for “Export” or “Add to Calendar” buttons.

Event Reminders

Email Reminders

Get email reminders about events:

• Day before
• Day of event
• One week before

To set up:

• See Contact Preferences
• Enable event notifications

Text Reminders

Some lodges send text reminders:

• Make sure your phone number is current
• Opt in to text notifications

Adding Events to Your Calendar

Export Single Event

1. View event details
2. Look for “Add to Calendar” button
3. Select your calendar app
4. Event downloads/opens in your calendar

Subscribe to Lodge Calendar

Some systems offer subscription:

1. Look for “Subscribe” or “Calendar Feed”
2. Copy the calendar URL
3. Add to Google Calendar, Outlook, or iPhone
4. All lodge events appear in your personal calendar automatically

Updates automatically when new events are added!

Event Notifications

You may receive notifications when:

• New event is created
• Event you RSVP’d to is updated
• Event is cancelled
• Event is approaching (reminder)

Manage these in Contact Preferences

Troubleshooting

Can’t See Calendar

Problem: No calendar option in menu.

Possible reasons:

• Not logged in
• Calendar feature disabled
• Wrong group selected

Solutions:

1. Make sure you’re logged in
2. Check main navigation menu
3. Try from group page
4. Contact webmaster

Calendar is Empty

Problem: No events showing.

Possible reasons:

• No upcoming events scheduled
• Filter is too restrictive
• Wrong group selected
• Events are private (you don’t have access)

Solutions:

1. Check date range - try viewing future months
2. Clear any filters
3. Select “All Groups”
4. Contact secretary if you think there should be events

Events Show Wrong Time

Problem: Event times don’t look right.

Possible causes:

• Time zone setting
• Event was entered incorrectly

Solutions:

1. Check event details for correct time
2. Contact event creator if time is wrong
3. Check your device time zone setting

Can’t Click on Event

Problem: Can’t open event details.

Solutions:

1. Try clicking event name, not just date
2. Try a different browser
3. Refresh the page
4. May be a display-only calendar (view-only)

Calendar Won’t Load

Problem: Calendar page is blank or loading forever.

Solutions:

1. Refresh the page
2. Check internet connection
3. Try different browser
4. Clear browser cache
5. Contact webmaster

Using the Calendar Effectively

Check Regularly

• Check at least weekly
• New events added often
• Details may change

RSVP Promptly

• Help organizers plan
• Easier to get accurate count
• Shows you’re engaged

Read Event Details

• Don’t just read the title
• Check location, time, what to bring
• Read full description

Add to Your Personal Calendar

• Don’t rely on memory
• Export events you’re attending
• Set your own reminders

Share Events

If an event is public:

• Share with potential attendees
• Help spread the word
• See How to Share a Post

Need Help?

Contact your lodge secretary or webmaster if:

• You can’t access the calendar
• Events aren’t appearing
• Times or details look wrong
• You need help subscribing to calendar
• You have questions about specific events

Next Steps

• How to RSVP to an event
• How to create an event (if you have permissions)
• How to view event guest list