Big Sunday happily welcomes you to Our Really Big Community Calendar

We try to include all kinds of volunteering and helping opportunities for all kinds of interests, talents, passions, and ages! As you’ll see, these include volunteering opportunities (one-time and long-term) as well as the chance to support a nonprofit by attending fundraising events. Plus, of course, we include all of Big Sunday’s homegrown events, too! Whoever you are, and whatever you do, there is someone out there who could use your help.

If you have questions about our calendar, or would like to add a listing, please contact calendar@bigsunday.org or submit your event/opportunity via the button below.

Big Sunday Event Giving Opportunity! One-time Volunteer Opportunity Ongoing Volunteer Opportunity
Dec
8
Tue
Yoga in the Garden 2015 @ Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden
Dec 8 @ 5:30 pm – 6:45 pm

Yoga in the Garden 2015
Instructor Candyce Columbus
Pre-registration required; please call the Class Registration Line at Arboretum, Yoga626-821-4623.  

Starting with a warm up stroll, Candyce Columbus, RYT, provides a gentle, stimulating and rejuvenating all-levels traditional hatha yoga practice, enhanced by the idyllic Arboretum.  Bring a blanket or towel, your yoga mat and water to sip.

Please meet PROMPTLY 15 minutes before the class in front of Main Entrance, outside of the Membership and programs office.

Tuesday Evenings – Fall   (5:30pm – 6:45pm)

  • October           6, 13, 20, 27
  • November        3, 10, 17, 24
  • December        1, 8, 15, 23

Cost for ALL Classes (Tues/Thurs):

  • $35       per month – Arboretum members
  • $40       per month – non–members
  • $15       Drop In – per day

Candyce Columbus, 200-hour E-RYT

Yoga practice has been an integral part of Candyce’s life and well-being for more than 20 years. Since 2009 she has been sharing the knowledge passed on to her from many wonderful teachers. Regardless of fitness or flexibility she believes everyone can benefit from yoga. Her classes are well-balanced, varied, informative and enjoyable.  She is dedicated to her students and to helping them lead active, healthy lives.

Dec
9
Wed
Childhelp: Seeking Foster Parents
Dec 9 – Dec 10 all-day

ChildHelp Community Resource and Training Center is seeking foster parents in Los Angeles.  If you can find room in your heart and home and are interested in learning more about becoming a foster family, please call 1-877-70-CHILD for more information.

Dec
10
Thu
Yoga in the Garden 2015 @ Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden
Dec 10 @ 9:30 am – 10:45 am

Yoga in the Garden 2015
Instructor Candyce Columbus
Pre-registration required; please call the Class Registration Line at 626-821-4623. 

Starting with a warm up stroll, Candyce Columbus, RYT, provides a gentle, stimulating and rejuvenating all-levels traditional hatha yoga practice, enhanced by the idyllic Arboretum.  Bring a blanket or towel, your yoga mat and water to sip.

Please meet PROMPTLY 15 minutes before the class in front of Main Entrance, outside of the Membership and programs office.

Thursday Mornings  –  Arboretum, Yoga(9:30 – 10:45am)

  • July                 2, 9, 23, 30
  • August             6, 13, 20, 27
  • September       3, 10, 17, 24  
  •  October           1, 8, 15, 22    
  •  November        5, 12, 19   *      
  •  December        3, 10, 17   *

Cost for ALL Classes (Tues/Thurs):

  • $35       per month – Arboretum members
  • $40       per month – non–members
  • $15       Drop In – per day

Candyce Columbus, 200-hour E-RYT

Yoga practice has been an integral part of Candyce’s life and well-being for more than 20 years. Since 2009 she has been sharing the knowledge passed on to her from many wonderful teachers. Regardless of fitness or flexibility she believes everyone can benefit from yoga. Her classes are well-balanced, varied, informative and enjoyable.  She is dedicated to her students and to helping them lead active, healthy lives.

Dec
12
Sat
Arboretum Spotlights 2015 @ Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden
Dec 12 – Dec 13 all-day

Want to learn about the LA Arboretum from one of their experts? Take part in walking and tram tours led by different staff experts. Each will provide in-depth information on some aspect of the Arboretum with topics ranging from unique trees to intriguing books.

For details and more information, visit the event calendar at arboretum.org.                                 

Free for members: Free with admission except as noted below.    

For REGISTRATION, please call 626-821-4623LA County Arboretum logo

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Dec 12: Tram Fall Foliage Tour        

  • Frank McDonough                                         
  • Meet at the Gift Shop Patio
  • FEE: $8 member, $14 General Public Registration required  
The Garden School’s Community Garden Day @ 24th Street Elementary School
Dec 12 @ 9:00 am

The Garden School Foundation's workdays are a huge part of the work they do. Once a month, volunteers and community partners come together at their 24th Street school garden (2055 W 24th Street) to have some fun in the sun, enjoy delicious, garden-fresh snacks, and get vital work done that keeps their living classrooms beautiful for the kids they serve. They also have a cooking or gardening workshop during each of their workdays, where volunteers can learn & get inspired about food, from seed to table!  Join GSF on Dec. 12!  Please contact Shelby Crowell for more info.

Organic Fruit & Vegetable Gardening @ Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden
Dec 12 @ 12:00 pm – Dec 12 @ 4:00 pm

Jill Morganelli, Instructor and Horticultural Supervisor at the Arboretum

LA County Arboretum logoPlease call 626-821-4623 to register

2015

Learn how to grow fruits and vegetables organically in your home garden! You’ll be saving money at the grocery store while contributing to the healthy lifestyle of your family by reaping the nutritional benefits of eating fresh-grown produce.

Vegetable gardens enhance the appearance of any yard and provide a fun activity for all ages.

This class focuses on seasonal production and covers a variety of topics.

March 14: Palm Room

Spring Crops and Companion Planting, Spring Weeds and Insects, Spring Disease ID, Treatment and Prevention, Planting Bare Root Fruit Trees and Grape Vines, Wrangling Wild Potatoes, Soil Fertility and Cover Crops, Organic Labeling, Sustainability in the Kitchen

June 13:  Palm Room

Summer Crops, Herbal Companion Planting, Summer Disease ID, Treatment and Prevention, Biodiversity, Summer Weeds and Insects, Remedies and Recipes, Horticulture Therapy, Small Space Gardening

September 12: Palm Room

Fall Crops, Fall Weeds and Insects, Fall Disease ID, Treatment and Prevention, Organic History and Current Events, Different Farming Practices, Tool Maintenance, Community Supported Agriculture, Slow Food

December 12: Palm Room

The National Organic Program, Winter Crops and Companion Planting, Winter Weeds and Insects, Winter Disease ID, Treatment and Prevention, Irrigation, Soil Building, Composting and Worm Bins, Pruning Fruit Trees, Gopher-proof Your Planting Bed

Dec
13
Sun
5K Volunteers: Girls on the Run Los Angeles @ Dockweiler Beach
Dec 13 – Dec 14 all-day
5K Volunteers: Girls on the Run Los Angeles @ Dockweiler Beach

www.gotrla.org/5k/volunteer

Hundreds of girls throughout LA County train in eager anticipation of this day! YOU can join with GOTRLA as an Awesome Volunteer to make everyone feel like the winners that they are. Whether you help greet guests with a smile as they park, jazz up their style with face-painting, hand out water to the runners, or clean up after the race … just imagine the positive impact you will have as you spend your morning rooting for everyone to walk, run or skip their way to the finish line! Join them for a day of joy, health and confidence!

  • Individual & Group Roles Available
  • Start and End Times Vary by Assignment from 6:00 – 11:30 am

Apply online at www.gotrla.org/5k/volunteer.

LA Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis @ Alex Theatre
Dec 13 @ 6:30 am – 11:00 am

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Chosen as one of the Most Incredible Themed Races, Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis is a fun and festive way to kick off your holidays by helping others! Wear a holiday themed costume. Tie jingle bells to your shoelaces. Raise funds to help find a cure for arthritis, the nation's leading cause of disability. Run or walk a 5 kilometer route with your team members and celebrate the season by giving!

Dec
16
Wed
Childhelp: Seeking Foster Parents
Dec 16 – Dec 17 all-day

ChildHelp Community Resource and Training Center is seeking foster parents in Los Angeles.  If you can find room in your heart and home and are interested in learning more about becoming a foster family, please call 1-877-70-CHILD for more information.

Dec
17
Thu
Yoga in the Garden 2015 @ Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden
Dec 17 @ 9:30 am – 10:45 am

Yoga in the Garden 2015
Instructor Candyce Columbus
Pre-registration required; please call the Class Registration Line at 626-821-4623. 

Starting with a warm up stroll, Candyce Columbus, RYT, provides a gentle, stimulating and rejuvenating all-levels traditional hatha yoga practice, enhanced by the idyllic Arboretum.  Bring a blanket or towel, your yoga mat and water to sip.

Please meet PROMPTLY 15 minutes before the class in front of Main Entrance, outside of the Membership and programs office.

Thursday Mornings  –  Arboretum, Yoga(9:30 – 10:45am)

  • July                 2, 9, 23, 30
  • August             6, 13, 20, 27
  • September       3, 10, 17, 24  
  •  October           1, 8, 15, 22    
  •  November        5, 12, 19   *      
  •  December        3, 10, 17   *

Cost for ALL Classes (Tues/Thurs):

  • $35       per month – Arboretum members
  • $40       per month – non–members
  • $15       Drop In – per day

Candyce Columbus, 200-hour E-RYT

Yoga practice has been an integral part of Candyce’s life and well-being for more than 20 years. Since 2009 she has been sharing the knowledge passed on to her from many wonderful teachers. Regardless of fitness or flexibility she believes everyone can benefit from yoga. Her classes are well-balanced, varied, informative and enjoyable.  She is dedicated to her students and to helping them lead active, healthy lives.

How it Works

You can SEARCH by scrolling through the Months or by selecting different Categories or Tag functions. For a totally different view, try the Posterboard or Stream options! Feel free to submit an item for the calendar by clicking the “Submit Your Event / Opportunity” button above at the right-hand side of the page. Questions? Email calendar@bigsunday.org.