We work to make listings useful and clear about their source and review age. Program details can change, so always confirm current availability and requirements with the organizer before making plans.
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Check the organizer’s source
We look for an official program or event page, registration page, or other source from the organization. We record when the details were checked and use that source to summarize dates, eligibility, costs, and availability.
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Show when details were checked
Each listing displays its last verified date. A check within the past 7 days is labeled Recently Updated. Listings remain Verified through day 90 and are marked Needs Review after 90 days; missing or future check dates also need review. Event dates and application deadlines can make an item Expired sooner.
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Review reports and suggestions
Visitor reports and suggested programs go to a private review queue. They do not change public listings automatically. We review the information and confirm it against an organizer source before changing or publishing a listing.
SOURCE TRANSPARENCY
What verification labels mean
Labels describe the source and age of the information VOW recorded. We do not treat a listing as an endorsement or promise of availability.
VERIFIED — DIRECT
The record identifies a direct confirmation or reply from the organization.
VERIFIED — OFFICIAL SOURCE
The record identifies an official organization, government, registration, or publication source.
VERIFIED — MULTIPLE SOURCES
The record explicitly documents more than one reliable source.
COMMUNITY INFORMATION
Details come from a community announcement or flyer and should be confirmed with the organizer before travel or registration.
NEEDS REVIEW
A source, current check date, or important detail is missing or uncertain.
EXPIRED / ARCHIVED
The recorded event or application period has ended; the record may remain for reference.