Add social events page

docs/_data/portland-2025-schedule.yaml

@@ -28,7 +28,8 @@ writing_day:
   - time: '17:00'
     title: '<b>End of Writing Day</b>'
   - time: '17:00'
-    title: '<b>Reception starts</b>'
+    title: '<b><a href="../social-events">Reception</a> starts</b>'
+
   - time: '19:00'
     title: '<b>Reception ends</b>'
 
@@ -95,9 +96,9 @@ talks_day1:
   - duration: '0:00'
     title: '<b>Conference day 1 ends</b>'
   - time: '19:00'
-    title: "<b>Social Event</b>"
+    title: '<b><a href="../social-events">Social Event</a> starts</b>'
   - time: '21:00'
-    title: "<b>Social Event Ends</b>"
+    title: '<b>Social Event ends</b>'
 
 talks_day2:
   - time: '8:00'
@@ -106,7 +107,7 @@ talks_day2:
   - duration: '0:05'
     title: "Welcome address"
   - duration: '0:00'
-    title: "<b><a href='../unconference'>Unconference</a> Starts</b>"
+    title: "<b><a href='../unconference'>Unconference</a> starts</b>"
   - duration: '0:30'
     slug: docs-ai-tooling-is-better-and-better-for-us-than-you-think-alex-garnett
   - duration: '0:10'

docs/_templates/2025/menu-desktop.html

@@ -25,6 +25,7 @@
             {% if flaghasboat %}
             <li><a href="{{ pathto('conf/'+shortcode+'/'+year_str+'/boat') }}">Boat Ride</a></li>
             {% endif %}
+            <li><a href="{{ pathto('conf/'+shortcode+'/'+year_str+'/social-events') }}">Social Events</a></li>
             {% if flaglivestreaming %}
             <li><a href="{{ pathto('conf/'+shortcode+'/'+year_str+'/livestream') }}">Live Stream</a></li>
             <li><a href="{{ pathto('conf/'+shortcode+'/'+year_str+'/qa') }}">Speaker Q&A</a></li>
@@ -56,7 +57,7 @@
   <li>
     <ul class="uk-navbar-nav">
       <li>
-        <a href="{{ pathto('conf/'+shortcode+'/'+year_str+'/about') }}"">About</a>
+        <a href="{{ pathto('conf/'+shortcode+'/'+year_str+'/about') }}">About</a>
         <div class="uk-navbar-dropdown">
           <ul class="uk-nav uk-navbar-dropdown-nav">
             <li><a href="{{ pathto('conf/'+shortcode+'/'+year_str+'/venue') }}">Venue</a></li>

docs/_templates/2025/menu-mobile.html

@@ -22,6 +22,7 @@
       {% if flaghasboat %}
       <li><a href="{{ pathto('conf/'+shortcode+'/'+year_str+'/boat') }}">Boat Ride</a></li>
       {% endif %}
+      <li><a href="{{ pathto('conf/'+shortcode+'/'+year_str+'/social-events') }}">Social Events</a></li>
       {% if flaglivestreaming %}
       <li><a href="{{ pathto('conf/'+shortcode+'/'+year_str+'/livestream') }}">Live Stream</a></li>
       <li><a href="{{ pathto('conf/'+shortcode+'/'+year_str+'/qa') }}">Speaker Q&A</a></li>
@@ -42,7 +43,7 @@
 
 
   <li class="uk-parent">
-    <a href="{{ pathto('conf/'+shortcode+'/'+year_str+'/') }}"">About</a>
+    <a href="{{ pathto('conf/'+shortcode+'/'+year_str+'/') }}">About</a>
     <ul class="uk-nav-sub">
       <li><a href="{{ pathto('conf/'+shortcode+'/'+year_str+'/venue') }}">Venue</a></li>
       {% if not flagisvirtual %}

docs/conf/portland/2025/lightning-talks.md

@@ -52,12 +52,11 @@ Exact times to be posted on our [Schedule](/conf/{{shortcode}}/{{year}}/schedule
 
 ## Planning Your Lightning Talk
 
-A Lightning Talk is five minutes and intentionally designed to encourage speakers to be mindful in how they communicate their topic. Use the time to give an overview, provide insights, and ignite curiosity. 
+A Lightning Talk is five minutes and intentionally designed to encourage speakers to be mindful in how they communicate their topic. Use the time to give an overview, provide insights, and ignite curiosity.
 
-### 1. Choose a topic
-
-You are welcome to submit any topic you are passionate about. It does not have to be related to documentation. Some of our most popular Lightning Talk topics included legos, music, design software, and more.
+### 1. Choose a Topic
 
+You are welcome to submit any topic you are passionate about. It does not have to be related to documentation. Some of our most popular Lightning Talk topics included Legos, music, design software, and more.
 
 **Topic selection tips:**
 
@@ -66,13 +65,13 @@ You are welcome to submit any topic you are passionate about. It does not have t
 - Any relevant content that the audience might be interested in knowing more about.
 - Technical topics are wonderful and welcome but not mandatory.
 
-### 2. Create an outline
+### 2. Create an Outline
 
 - Who is your audience?
 - What is the goal of your talk?
 - What points do you need to make to help the audience understand your goal?
 
-### 3. Choose points of interest
+### 3. Choose Points of Interest
 
 - What could you use this for or when could you use it? Have you already used it? How?
 - When would it not be as useful? What are some contraindications to using it?
@@ -89,7 +88,6 @@ While there is a short tech check to acclimate you to the stage, all technology
 
 **Slides**
 
-
 - Use a platform you are familiar with - Microsoft Word, Keynote, a PDF, a website, etc. Even a terminal or console window where you enter commands can work well for presenting your ideas.
 - Don’t worry if it does not look polished; Lightning Talks do not need to be!
 - Keep in mind that the projector is lower resolution, typically 1024x768. Low-contrast slides don’t display well.

docs/conf/portland/2025/opportunity-grants.md

@@ -6,7 +6,7 @@ banner: _static/conf/images/headers/2025/grants.jpg
 
 # Opportunity Grants
 
-The grant program for Write the Docs Portland 2025 supports people who would otherwise not be able to attend the conference, by covering ticket and/or attendance costs. 
+The Grant program for Write the Docs Portland 2025 supports people who would otherwise not be able to attend the conference by covering ticket and/or attendance costs. 
 
 ## Eligibility
 

docs/conf/portland/2025/schedule.rst

@@ -53,6 +53,7 @@ All times are in `{{ tz }} <https://time.is/{{ tz }}>`_.
    {{ date.day_two.summary }}
 
 {% if flaghasfood %}
+
 Writing day is held in {{about.venue}}, {{about.unconfroom}}.
 
 *Snacks and drinks will be provided throughout the day.*
@@ -78,22 +79,6 @@ We'll pass on some information about the conference specifically for first-timer
 * **Where**: {{about.unconfroom}}
 * **Details**: :doc:`/conf/{{shortcode}}/{{year}}/attendee-guide`
 
-{% if flaghasfood %}
-
-Reception
-~~~~~~~~~
-
-We encourage everyone to drop by on Sunday evening for the conference reception.
-This is a great chance to meet other attendees,
-and make sure you know your way around the conference venue.
-
-* **Where**: {{about.venue}}, {{about.unconfroom}}
-{% if not flaghasschedule %}
-* **When**: **{{ date.day_two.reception_time }} {{ tz }}**
-{% endif %}
-
-{% endif %}
-
 .. raw:: html
 
    <hr>
@@ -124,27 +109,10 @@ and make sure you know your way around the conference venue.
     A detailed schedule will be announced soon.
 {% endif %}
 
-{% if about.social_venue %}
-
-Social Event
-~~~~~~~~~~~~
-
-The official Write the Docs social!
-Expect a relaxed atmosphere where you can chat and network with your fellow documentarians.
-
-Snacks and drinks (non-alcoholic & alcoholic) will be provided.
-
-* **Where**: {{ about.social_venue }}
-{% if not flaghasschedule %}
-* **When**: **{{ date.day_three.social_time }} {{ tz }}**
-{% endif %}
-
 .. raw:: html
 
    <hr>
 
-{% endif %}
-
 {{date.day_four.dotw}}, {{date.day_four.date}}
 -----------------------------------------
 

docs/conf/portland/2025/social-events.md

@@ -0,0 +1,32 @@
+---
+template: {{year}}/generic.html
+og:image: _static/conf/images/headers/{{shortcode}}-{{year}}-opengraph.jpg
+---
+
+# Social Events
+
+Write the Docs is a community conference,
+which means a big part of the experience is meeting and getting to know other documentarians.
+Along with the talks and Unconference sessions,
+we have a few social events planned to help you connect with other attendees.
+
+## Sunday Reception
+
+We encourage everyone to drop by on Sunday evening for the conference reception.
+This is a great chance to meet other attendees,
+and make sure you know your way around the conference venue.
+
+**Where**: {{about.venue}}, {{about.unconfroom}}  
+**When**: 5-7 PM
+
+*Both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and snacks will be provided.*
+
+## Monday Night Social
+
+Join us for our Monday night social event! This is a great chance to meet more of your fellow documentarians 
+and chat about the conference in a relaxed atmosphere.
+
+**Where**: {{about.social_venue}}  
+**When**: 7-9 PM
+
+*Both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and snacks will be provided.*