Upcoming events

Unless otherwise stated, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kentuckiana events are open to active volunteer Bigs, matched Littles, and enrolled youth and families ONLY. Registrations from non-program participants will be removed.

RESCHEDULED: Big-Little Tennis Clinic
Apr
19

RESCHEDULED: Big-Little Tennis Clinic

Join us at the Central Park tennis courts in Louisville for tennis lessons and free court play hosted by Louisville coaches of the United States Tennis Association! Join us for a 12 p.m. or 1 p.m. clinic, where equipment and snacks will be provided.

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DIY Derby Fascinators
Apr
26

DIY Derby Fascinators

Join us at Ms. Audrey’s Crafting Emporium for a crafty match activity where we’ll create our own Kentucky Derby fascinator hats. Dozens of materials are available for you and your Little to bring their creativity to life.

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Badges & Basketball Tournament with the Floyd County Sheriff's Office
Apr
27

Badges & Basketball Tournament with the Floyd County Sheriff's Office

Calling all RTBM Littles — We’re partnering with our friends at the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office to host an indoor basketball tournament! Littles will compete with and against FCSO employees and officers in several friendly rounds of basketball. Water will be provided. Dress comfortably and be ready to hoop!

Check your email and the Big Bulletin for sign-up details

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Winsday at Churchill Downs
Apr
30

Winsday at Churchill Downs

Get ready for an extraordinary day at the races with Winsday during Derby Week! When you purchase Winsday tickets through our link, you're not just securing a spot for a thrilling day of horse racing—you're also contributing to a greater cause! $5 from each ticket sold supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kentuckiana!

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Graduation Celebration!
May
10

Graduation Celebration!

  • Goodwill West Louisville Opportunity Campus (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Let's celebrate the Class of 2025! Big Brothers Big Sisters is inviting 2025 grads and their families to join us for food and fun as we announce scholarship winners and celebrate YOU as you start your path for a Big Future.

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Links for Littles 2025
Jun
23

Links for Littles 2025

Big Brothers Big Sisters’ annual golf fundraiser brings together more than 180 golfers from around the U.S. and abroad for two flights of world-class golfing at beautiful Big Spring Country Club.

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Hip-Hop Dance Class
Mar
22

Hip-Hop Dance Class

Does your Little like to dance? Do you and your Little want to try something fun and new? Join us for a Hip Hop Dance Class led by Eboni of Envision Dance Company!

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Space Jam Movie Matinee
Mar
15

Space Jam Movie Matinee

Bring your family to this fun movie matinee just for BBBS families with children on our waitlist! It is a small, private theatre which seats over 50. We'll watch Space Jam on a 25 foot screen, with free popcorn and more!

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BBBS Pickleball Clinic
Mar
8

BBBS Pickleball Clinic

This immersive clinic will provide instruction time in small groups with trained staff followed by court time to practice your new skills with your Little and other matches!

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Chef University: Minute to Win It
Mar
7

Chef University: Minute to Win It

In this month's Chef University, we will compete in fun 60-second games. While we won’t be using a “March Madness” bracket to eliminate teams/matches, there will be prizes for winning teams! We will also make a healthier version of a classic game day snack.

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Gentle Yoga for Matches
Mar
2

Gentle Yoga for Matches

Join us for a fun and relaxing yoga class with your Little. Learn how to use breathing and yoga techniques to reduce stress while also having fun with your Little and other matches.

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BBBS Board Game Day
Feb
15

BBBS Board Game Day

  • Goodwill West Louisville Opportunity Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

THIS ACTIVITY IS FOR MATCHES ONLY (Bigs bringing their Little).

We’re inviting Bigs and Littles to come hang out with us and play a bunch of fun board games! We will have refreshments and other games as well. This is a great opportunity to meet other matches!

Check your email for the Big Bulletin to find sign-up details 📩

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B.A.Y.A.: Self-Love
Feb
7

B.A.Y.A.: Self-Love

Join us at the B.A.Y.A. Center on February 7th for an evening all about self-love! Our friends at the Beautiful As You Are (BAYA) Center will lead matches and attendees in a host of fun activities centered on self-worth, positivity, confidence, and more!

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Intro to Fencing Class
Jan
25

Intro to Fencing Class

Join us at our Intro to Fencing class taught by award winning instructors at the Louisville Fencing Center! Fencing is 1 of only 4 sports that have been included in every Olympic Games and is a sport with many college scholarship opportunities.

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Chef University: Game On!
Jan
17

Chef University: Game On!

Join us for a fun, yummy, and active cooking class! We’ll play nutrition-based games to get up and moving and prepare delicious, child-friendly snack foods.

(For community-based matches with Littles ages 9-15)

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Giving Tuesday
Dec
3

Giving Tuesday

GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world.

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Thanksgiving
Nov
28

Thanksgiving

From the Big Brothers Big Sisters family to yours, we hope you enjoy a safe and happy Thanksgiving surrounded by loved ones! 🦃

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Big-Little Hip Hop Dance Class
Nov
24

Big-Little Hip Hop Dance Class

  • Goodwill West Louisville Opportunity Campus (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Does your Little like to dance? Do you and your Little want to try something fun and new? Join us for an introductory hip hop dance class led by Safire of Saffiyah Dance Company!

This class will be held at our space at the Goodwill West Louisville Opportunity Campus. Make sure that you and your Little dress comfortably and be prepared to have fun 💃🕺

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Chef University: Fall Smoothies
Nov
15

Chef University: Fall Smoothies

FOR COMMUNITY MATCHES WITH LITTLE AGES 9-15

Come create and enjoy delicious smoothies with your Little! In this class we will learn what makes for a successful smoothie, what makes a smoothie healthy, compare homemade vs. store-bought smoothies, and enjoy creating smoothies at a mix and match fall smoothie bar.

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The Big Breakfast
Nov
14

The Big Breakfast

Come sit down with community leaders and our Bigs and Littles, enjoy a delicious breakfast, and learn how mentorship makes a positive impact in our community!

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Norton Healthcare Goodwill Opportunity Campus Block Party
Oct
26

Norton Healthcare Goodwill Opportunity Campus Block Party

  • Norton Healthcare Goodwill West Louisville Opportunity Campus (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us as we celebrate Norton West Louisville Hospital’s upcoming opening and the beautiful Goodwill West Louisville Opportunity Center! Block party activities include:
• Live entertainment
• Health screenings and information by Norton Healthcare
• Kentucky Derby Festival FunZone
• Kids Zone
• Trunk or treat - Costumes encouraged
• Food

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BAYA Halloween Bash
Oct
25

BAYA Halloween Bash

Join us at the Baya Center for lively games, spooky crafts, food, and of course, candy at our annual Halloween party! 👻 Costumes are welcome but not required. A bag of candy to contribute to the party trick-or-treating is also welcome but not required.

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Iroquois Park Hike & Picnic
Oct
12

Iroquois Park Hike & Picnic

Do you and your Little love the outdoors? Our hosts and Sierra Club guides, Terrell and Priya, will lead matches on a 1.2 mile roundtrip hike to the scenic Iroquois Park Overlook, with a Jimmy John's picnic lunch provided as well.

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Awesome Autumn Painting Class
Oct
5

Awesome Autumn Painting Class

MATCHES ONLY, LITTLES AGES 12+ | Join our painting instructor Ronnita as she instructs your match in creating a beautiful piece of art capturing the colors of autumn! Each Big will work with their Little to create this fun visual representation of the fall season.

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Chef University: Apple Academy
Sep
20

Chef University: Apple Academy

Are you looking forward to fall? We are kicking off the 24-25 schoolyear of Chef University with an Apple Academy. In this hands on activity we will learn about apple nutrition, have a taste test with varieties of apples, perform a science experiment, learn how to plant and sprout apple seeds, play a game, and of course, bake apple pie! Matches will prepare and enjoy mini apple pies and ice cream.

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The Big Fun Guide

Looking for fun, engaging activities to do in your match? Check out our brand new Big Fun Guide for crafts, recipes, challenges, and more!

free entry for Bigs & Littles

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free entry for Bigs & Littles |

Did you know that as a match at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kentuckiana, you get free entry to the Kentucky Science Center and the Frazier History Museum? What a great way to bond with your Little!

Contact your Match Support Specialist to learn more.

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