Dates on National Site

What are people's thoughts about the value of posting each community's dates on the national site as opposed to having a link to each community's website (assuming they have a community site)? I can see the pros and cons of both approaches. I'd like to start this discussion somewhere.

Needs of the Many

What info would you like to see posted here? Don't hesitate to make suggestions or send email if there is news that you'd like to have posted.