Recreation Worker how-to

How to Plan a Community Event

Events build community.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Events build community. In short: set; choose; plan, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Set goals and audience.

  2. Choose a date and location.

  3. Plan activities and vendors.

  4. Arrange staff and volunteers.

  5. Promote the event.

  6. Run it and gather feedback.

Safety reminders for recreation workers

  • Do frequent head counts
  • Follow ratios and supervision rules
  • Know medical and allergy needs
  • Watch weather and heat

Program · Participant · Ratio · Waiver · Inclusion · Icebreaker: see the full recreation worker glossary.

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