BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana - ECPv6.16.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.bebigforkids.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Indiana/Indianapolis BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250602T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250602T200000 DTSTAMP:20250505T142007Z CREATED:20250505T142005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T142007Z UID:10000187-1748887200-1748894400@www.bebigforkids.org SUMMARY:Waiting Youth: Girl Talk DESCRIPTION:May 23 \, 2026 \n Match Activity: Big Day of Little Adventures \n \n\nProviding teenage girls a safe space to share\, grow\, and become their best selves. \n\n\n\n Register Your Child\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more:\n\n\n\nWho: Girls\, ages 10-18 years oldWhen: Mondays – 6/2\, 6/9\, 6/16\, 6/23\, 6/30\, 7/7\, 7/14\, 7/21 \n\n\n\nWhat: Girl Talk will focus on areas such as health and wellness\, confidence building\, coping skills\, and college preparedness just to name a few. With these tools available to young girls\, it is our goal to equip them with life skills that will enable them to make good decisions and become successful in achieving their personal and professional goals.Consistent participation may result in youth being prioritized for interview for 1:1 mentoring URL:https://www.bebigforkids.org/event/waiting-youth-girl-talk/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://www.bebigforkids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/girl-talk.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250603T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250606T170000 DTSTAMP:20250514T133642Z CREATED:20250204T172213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T133642Z UID:10000158-1748937600-1749229200@www.bebigforkids.org SUMMARY:Play for Kids DESCRIPTION:May 23 \, 2026 \n Match Activity: Big Day of Little Adventures \n Play for Kids\, our annual fundraiser\, is back and bigger than ever. BBBSCI is joining forces with PepsiCo to call upon our corporate partners\, local businesses\, and supporters to Play for Kids! \n\n Get Involved!\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On Your Marks\, Get Set\, Play! \n Play for Kids returns with a week full of events for you and your team to get in the game! With a full line-up of exciting events\, there is sure to be an opportunity for everyone to show up and show out. All sponsorships and tickets help fund the Annual Play for Kids Celebration – a unique and exclusive event open to all youth and families in our program for one evening only! Matches will spend an evening at the Riley Children’s Sports Legend Experience\, an outdoor experience that captures Indy’s best attractions in one space. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n Join Play for Kids Events to…\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tuesday\, June 3: Pickleball Join us for a friendly competition and fun evening as teams play for bragging rights and prizes! \n \n \n Sponsor or Purchase Tickets \n \n \n \n \n Wednesday\, June 4: Trivia at Planetary Brewing Join us for an exciting and innovative trivia experience for teams of up to ten! \n \n \n Sponsor or Purchase Tickets \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Secure the Win! \n Through your generosity during Play for Kids\, you’ll unlock a one-of-a-kind experience for Bigs\, Littles\, referred youth\, and their families in the BBBS program for one night only! Hosted at The Children’s Museum’s Riley Children’s Health Sports Legend Experience\, this event will provide a space for kids and adults in our program to just have fun. \n\n \n Email to Learn More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Sponsors\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n Pickleball Presenting Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n Play for Kids Celebration Presenting Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n Trivia at Planetary Brewing Event Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n Pickleball Team Sponsors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n Trivia Team Sponsors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n Trivia Provided By\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Become a Sponsor\n Sponsor Play for Kids to unlock exclusive perks and take part in a meaningful\, fun-filled week! \n\n \n \n Learn More \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Experience the Fun! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n Photos from 2024 URL:https://www.bebigforkids.org/event/play-for-kids/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bebigforkids.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/IMG_4426-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250603T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250603T200000 DTSTAMP:20250505T142254Z CREATED:20250505T142253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T142254Z UID:10000188-1748973600-1748980800@www.bebigforkids.org SUMMARY:Waiting Youth: Tru Colors DESCRIPTION:May 23 \, 2026 \n Match Activity: Big Day of Little Adventures \n \n\nWhere youth become a more active and aware community member and leader. \n\n\n\n Register Your Child\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more:\n\n\n\nWho: youth ages 12-18 years oldWhen: Tuesdays – 6/3\, 6/10\, 7/1\, 7/8\, 7/15\, 7/22\, 7/29 (not meeting 6/17\, 6/24)What: Tru Colors invites youth to have conversations about advocacy\, social justice\, and community orginizations. Participants end the program by engaging in a round table discussion with media\, local officals\, faith-based leaders and youth organizations. \n\n\n\nConsistent participation may result in youth being prioritized for interview for 1:1 mentoring URL:https://www.bebigforkids.org/event/waiting-youth-tru-colors/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://www.bebigforkids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_1021236963_105895764529_1_original.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250603T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250603T200000 DTSTAMP:20250514T161638Z CREATED:20250514T161636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T161638Z UID:10000192-1748973600-1748980800@www.bebigforkids.org SUMMARY:Match Activity: June Game Night DESCRIPTION:May 23 \, 2026 \n Match Activity: Big Day of Little Adventures \n \n\nJoin us in-person at BBBSCI for a fun-filled night of playing games and end of the school year celebration! \n\n\n\n Email Us to Learn More\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more:\n\n\n\nBBBSCI invites Bigs and Littles to join us for one of our favorite traditions\, GAME NIGHT! This game night we will be celebrating Juneteenth with artist Portia Jackson\, Ronnie Stone\, and Omar Jackson from Arts for Learning. The theme is Juneteenth Freedom Celebration “Soul Drumming” they will lead us in different activities through spoken word with Synergy and artistic expression. This will be a fun night for Matches to learn and participate through art\, rhythm\, and movement. \n\n\n\nMatches will also be able to enjoy our “hangout”\, equipped with a ping-pong-table\, pool-table\, foosball\, and more space to play! \n\n\n\nPizza\, snacks and bottled water provided. \n\n\n\nThriving Indicator: Social Skills URL:https://www.bebigforkids.org/event/match-activity-june-game-night/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bebigforkids.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Jan-Game-Night.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250607T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250607T140000 DTSTAMP:20250514T161939Z CREATED:20250514T161936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T161939Z UID:10000193-1749299400-1749304800@www.bebigforkids.org SUMMARY:Match Activity: Art Reach with Indiana Art Center DESCRIPTION:May 23 \, 2026 \n Match Activity: Big Day of Little Adventures \n Join the Indiana Art Center for a fun interactive art session! \n\n Email Us to Learn More\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more:\n\n\n\nClick here to view the art project you will be working on. \n\n\n\nJoin the Indianapolis Art Center at Taggart Studio for unique high-quality art lesson. Each session will be different\, every time you attend! During this art session you will be making fabric dolls with wire frame. If you love art or want to learn a new art method this will be a fun event to attend. URL:https://www.bebigforkids.org/event/match-activity-art-reach-with-indiana-art-center-22/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bebigforkids.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Indy-art.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250610T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250610T200000 DTSTAMP:20250610T184650Z CREATED:20250610T184648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T184650Z UID:10000198-1749578400-1749585600@www.bebigforkids.org SUMMARY:Match Activity: Dine like a Pro DESCRIPTION:May 23 \, 2026 \n Match Activity: Big Day of Little Adventures \n A fun 3-course dinner where Matches learn table etiquette with zero pressure & lots of laughs. Littles receive a Garage Food Hall gift card! \n\n Email Us to Learn More\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more:\n\n\n\nDine Like a Pro: A Match Night Out\n\n\n\nCome hungry and curious—because this isn’t your average dinner. Participating Littles will receive a gift card to The Garage Food Hall! \n\n\n\nPlease note: Dietary restrictions submitted after the morning of June 9 may not be accommodated due to catering deadlines. \n\n\n\nYou are invited to an exciting Etiquette Dinner experience for high school-aged Littles\, where we’ll learn table manners and dining tips in a fun\, relaxed environment. You’ll enjoy a delicious three-course meal (yes – free food!) while an etiquette coach guides us through how to navigate a formal dinner with confidence and class. Whether your Little is a future business leader\, college student\, or just wants to know what fork to use first\, this evening is all about learning together while having fun. \n\n\n\n✨ No fancy clothing required. No pressure. Just good food\, good company\, and some classy new skills to take with you.📍 Hosted at Living in the Moment Events\, who is generously sponsoring part of the evening! \n\n\n\nThis is a great opportunity to sharpen real-world skills together — and enjoy a night out! \n\n\n\n🎟 Completely FREE for Matches! Just show up ready to eat\, learn\, and enjoy.👥 Space is limited\, so RSVP soon to reserve your seat at the table! \n\n\n\nIf you need to cancel for any reason\, please email activities@bbbsci.org so we can open your spot to another Match. URL:https://www.bebigforkids.org/event/match-activity-dine-like-a-pro/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://www.bebigforkids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_1042278393_105895764529_1_original.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250611T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250611T200000 DTSTAMP:20250708T134039Z CREATED:20250514T162151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T134039Z UID:10000194-1749664800-1749672000@www.bebigforkids.org SUMMARY:Match Activity: Pride and Paint Canvas Painting DESCRIPTION:May 23 \, 2026 \n Match Activity: Big Day of Little Adventures \n \n\nPlease join BBBSCI for a canvas painting to paint a photo to celebrate Pride! \n\n\n\n Email Us to Learn More\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more:\n\n\n\nPlease join Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana \n\n\n\nWe invite all our Littles and Bigs to come and join us for a special Pride and Paint session with the Purple Palette! We’re excited to focus on PRIDE and celebrate our amazing LGBTQIA community together in honor of Pride Month. Come be part of the fun! \n\n\n\nThe Thriving Indicator for this event is Confidence. URL:https://www.bebigforkids.org/event/match-activity-pride-and-paint-canvas-painting/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://www.bebigforkids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/paint.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250614T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250614T100000 DTSTAMP:20250425T191520Z CREATED:20250425T191518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T191520Z UID:10000185-1749891600-1749895200@www.bebigforkids.org SUMMARY:Big Queer Hangout: Pre-Parade Breakfast DESCRIPTION:May 23 \, 2026 \n Match Activity: Big Day of Little Adventures \n \n\nKick off your morning with BBBSCI for some pre-parade fun! \n\n\n\n Save a Spot\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more:\n\n\n\nStop by and visit BBBSCI before the parade on June 14 from 9:00-10:00AM for a fun-filled breakfast with karaoke\, sign-making\, and free pride swag! URL:https://www.bebigforkids.org/event/big-queer-hangout-pre-parade-breakfast/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bebigforkids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/BQH-Eventbrite-Banner-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250616T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250616T113000 DTSTAMP:20250610T185316Z CREATED:20250610T185313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T185316Z UID:10000197-1750068000-1750073400@www.bebigforkids.org SUMMARY:Barbershop Tour 2.0 Meeting DESCRIPTION:May 23 \, 2026 \n Match Activity: Big Day of Little Adventures \n \n\nCome join us for the BARBERSHOP TOUR 2.0 MEETING – a informative gathering for barbershop enthusiasts to connect\, learn\, and share! \n\n\n\n Learn More\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more:\n\n\n\nJoin us for the kickoff of Barbershop Tour 2.0\, an initiative led by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana to partner with 20 local barbershops in inspiring men to become mentors. \n\n\n\nBarbershops are trusted spaces in our community — and we’re inviting you to help spark change\, one conversation at a time. URL:https://www.bebigforkids.org/event/barbershop-tour-2-0-meeting/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://www.bebigforkids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_1047607543_105895764529_1_original.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250621T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250621T140000 DTSTAMP:20250610T184824Z CREATED:20250514T162351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T184824Z UID:10000195-1750509000-1750514400@www.bebigforkids.org SUMMARY:Match Activity: Art Reach with Indiana Art Center DESCRIPTION:May 23 \, 2026 \n Match Activity: Big Day of Little Adventures \n Join the Indiana Art Center for a fun interactive art session! \n\n Email Us to Learn More\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more:\n\n\n\nJoin the Indianapolis Art Center at Taggart Studio for unique high-quality art lesson. Each session will be different\, every time you attend! The lesson will be on making a fun creative activity from a range of clay\, embroidery\, painting\, and more . If you love art or want to learn a new art method this will be a fun event to attend. URL:https://www.bebigforkids.org/event/match-activity-art-reach-with-indiana-art-center-23/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bebigforkids.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Indy-art.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250622T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250622T180000 DTSTAMP:20250610T185703Z CREATED:20250610T185701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T185703Z UID:10000199-1750608000-1750615200@www.bebigforkids.org SUMMARY:Match Activity: Pickleball DESCRIPTION:May 23 \, 2026 \n Match Activity: Big Day of Little Adventures \n \n\nGet ready to smash\, dink\, and have a ball at our Pickleball Event – it’s going to be a fun afternoon of pickleball action! \n\n\n\n Email Us to Learn More\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more:\n\n\n\nThis event is exclusively for High-School aged Littles and their Bigs! \n\n\n\nWelcome to the Pickleball Event at Indianapolis Pickleball Club – East. \n\n\n\nWaivers are required for this event. See The Big App to download and bring the parent signed waiver\, Bigs will complete their waiver upon arrival. Wear sneakers & comfortable/athletic clothing. Paddles & Balls will be provided. \n\n\n\nThe event will begin promptly at 4PM with a lesson until 5PM. From 5-6PM matches will play another in friendly competition. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro\, this event is perfect for players of all skill levels. Come meet new friends\, enjoy some friendly competition\, and improve your pickleball skills. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this exciting event! See you on the court! URL:https://www.bebigforkids.org/event/match-activity-pickleball/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://www.bebigforkids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_1036298003_105895764529_1_original.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250625T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250625T200000 DTSTAMP:20250610T190111Z CREATED:20250610T190109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T190111Z UID:10000200-1750874400-1750881600@www.bebigforkids.org SUMMARY:Match Activity: Dinner with Big Futures DESCRIPTION:May 23 \, 2026 \n Match Activity: Big Day of Little Adventures \n \n\nCalling all Bigs with high school-aged Littles! Join us for a night of dinner\, discovery\, and dreaming big about the future. \n\n\n\n Email Us to Learn More\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more:\n\n\n\nHelping Littles Dream Big—With You by Their Side \n\n\n\nCalling all Bigs with high school-aged Littles! Join us for a night of dinner\, discovery\, and dreaming big about the future. \n\n\n\nINvestED is bringing a dynamic\, youth-friendly presentation designed to spark conversations about what’s next after high school. From exploring college and career options to uncovering free money (hello\, scholarships and grants!)\, this session is packed with practical tools and helpful takeaways. \n\n\n\nWe’ll cover: \n\n\n\n\nHow to match majors with interests and career goals\n\n\n\nTips for choosing the right college\n\n\n\nHow to maximize free money like scholarships and grants\n\n\n\nA breakdown of real college costs (and how to make it manageable)\n\n\n\nHow social media can help or hurt college and scholarship decisions\n\n\n\n\n🎯 Plus\, we’ll kick things off with a fun personality test to help Littles reflect on their interests\, personalities\, and future possibilities! \n\n\n\nYou bring the support\, we’ll bring the food and future-planning fun. Let’s help our Littles take the next step toward bright futures—with their Bigs right there cheering them on. URL:https://www.bebigforkids.org/event/match-activity-dinner-with-big-futures/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bebigforkids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Dinner-with-Big-Futures-Updated-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250626T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250626T200000 DTSTAMP:20250610T192925Z CREATED:20250610T192852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T192925Z UID:10000201-1750960800-1750968000@www.bebigforkids.org SUMMARY:Pour with Pals: Candle Making Event DESCRIPTION:May 23 \, 2026 \n Match Activity: Big Day of Little Adventures \n \n\nJoin us for this fun candle making workshop while learning more about BBBSCI! \n\n\n\n Get Tickets! URL:https://www.bebigforkids.org/event/pour-with-pals-candle-making-event/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://www.bebigforkids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Pour-with-Pals.avif END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR