Adding events calendar in WordPress

An events calendar lets you display upcoming events, meetings, or activities directly on your WordPress site. On ruachost.com, you can easily add an events calendar using the My Calendar plugin.

Why Add an Events Calendar?

• Showcase upcoming events in a professional format.

• Allow visitors to view event details (title, description, date, time, location).

• Improve engagement by keeping your audience informed.

• Add shortcodes to display calendars anywhere on your site.

Steps to Install and Configure My Calendar Plugin

1. Log in to WordPress with an administrator account.

2. In the dashboard, go to Plugins → Add New.

3. Search for My Calendar.

4. Click Install Now, then Activate.

5. In the dashboard, go to My Calendar in the sidebar.

6. To add a new event:

   • Click Add Event.

   • Fill in event details (title, description, date, time, duration, location).

   • Click Publish.

7. To display the calendar:

   • Go to My Calendar → Shortcodes.

   • Generate a shortcode (e.g., [my_calendar]).

   • Copy and paste the shortcode into a post, page, or widget.

✅ Your events calendar will now appear on your site.

Important Notes

• You can customize the calendar’s appearance under My Calendar → Settings.

• Events can be displayed in multiple formats (grid, list, or mini‑calendar).

• Always test shortcode placement to ensure proper display.