Playdate. Discover your Community

Presenter(s)

Jadyn Bennett

Abstract

For this project, I designed a wireframe mockup for Playdate, a social media app specifically created to foster connections within local communities. Playdate's primary goal is to provide a platform where both businesses and individuals can engage with their local area, discover new hobbies, and form meaningful connections. The app serves as a hub for people looking to meet others, explore activities, and get involved in their neighborhoods, ultimately aiming to create a more connected and interactive community experience.

The concept behind Playdate is rooted in the idea of building strong local connections, allowing users to easily find and participate in events, clubs, and social gatherings around them. Whether it’s discovering a new fitness class, joining a local book club, or finding out about community events, Playdate serves as an all-in-one platform that helps users get involved and feel a deeper connection to the area they live in. One of the key features of the app is the ability for businesses to showcase their offerings and engage with customers directly, creating a symbiotic relationship between users and local businesses. It provides businesses with a unique opportunity to reach a local audience by promoting events, sales, and special activities through the platform.

By creating an inclusive and engaging space, Playdate ensures that every user, regardless of their interests or background, can find something that appeals to them. The app features easy-to-use tools for discovering activities, joining social groups, and participating in local events, making it simple for users to stay connected and engaged with their community. The wireframe design I created focuses on user-centric functionality and streamlined navigation, allowing individuals to effortlessly explore new opportunities in their area. From browsing local activities to attending gatherings or meeting like-minded people, Playdate helps users build relationships and grow their social network.

The overall mission of Playdate is to promote a sense of community and belonging. By encouraging users to step out of their comfort zones, engage in new experiences, and meet people who share similar interests, the app fosters a stronger sense of unity. It’s not just about discovering local events; it’s about creating an environment where individuals and businesses can thrive together. Playdate is more than just a social media app—it’s a tool for building vibrant, connected communities where everyone has the chance to engage and grow.

College

College of Liberal Arts

Department

Art & Design

Campus

Winona

First Advisor/Mentor

Danilo Bojic

Start Date

4-24-2025 10:00 AM

End Date

4-24-2025 11:00 AM

Presentation Type

Poster Session

Format of Presentation or Performance

In-Person

Session

1b=10am-11am

Poster Number

4

Comments

WSU Review Needed

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Playdate. Discover your Community

For this project, I designed a wireframe mockup for Playdate, a social media app specifically created to foster connections within local communities. Playdate's primary goal is to provide a platform where both businesses and individuals can engage with their local area, discover new hobbies, and form meaningful connections. The app serves as a hub for people looking to meet others, explore activities, and get involved in their neighborhoods, ultimately aiming to create a more connected and interactive community experience.

The concept behind Playdate is rooted in the idea of building strong local connections, allowing users to easily find and participate in events, clubs, and social gatherings around them. Whether it’s discovering a new fitness class, joining a local book club, or finding out about community events, Playdate serves as an all-in-one platform that helps users get involved and feel a deeper connection to the area they live in. One of the key features of the app is the ability for businesses to showcase their offerings and engage with customers directly, creating a symbiotic relationship between users and local businesses. It provides businesses with a unique opportunity to reach a local audience by promoting events, sales, and special activities through the platform.

By creating an inclusive and engaging space, Playdate ensures that every user, regardless of their interests or background, can find something that appeals to them. The app features easy-to-use tools for discovering activities, joining social groups, and participating in local events, making it simple for users to stay connected and engaged with their community. The wireframe design I created focuses on user-centric functionality and streamlined navigation, allowing individuals to effortlessly explore new opportunities in their area. From browsing local activities to attending gatherings or meeting like-minded people, Playdate helps users build relationships and grow their social network.

The overall mission of Playdate is to promote a sense of community and belonging. By encouraging users to step out of their comfort zones, engage in new experiences, and meet people who share similar interests, the app fosters a stronger sense of unity. It’s not just about discovering local events; it’s about creating an environment where individuals and businesses can thrive together. Playdate is more than just a social media app—it’s a tool for building vibrant, connected communities where everyone has the chance to engage and grow.