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.
Please join the Newport-Mesa-Irvine Interfaith Council for their April Luncheon for a timely discussion on Human Trafficking by the OC Human Trafficking Task Force on Wednesday, April 20th at 11:45 am in Newport Beach.
Please RSVP by Tuesday, April 19 at 7 pm to farrah@firstdrops.org. Luncheons are $12 with RSVP (payable at the door) and $15 at the door. Guest speaker: Linh Tran
Women writers and directors in the entertainment industry constantly encounter roadblocks when attempting to advance their careers – even when they are just as talented and capable as their male counterparts. Women actors have a similar problem simply because the number of female roles is significantly less than for men. Friend of Big Sunday Amy Lloyd and her business partner Christina Gray have combined efforts to combat this issue with a special IndieGogo campaign for their production company “Chicks Who Make Flicks.” This organization is working to do its part to increase visibility and provide more opportunities for women. The production company creates films made by women, films that tell great woman’s stories, films that capture the voices of women from all over the world and at every stage of their life. Their goal is to create an environment that supports, encourages, and celebrates talented female filmmakers. For more info on how you can support this great cause, please visit https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/chicks-who-make-flicks-a-film-production-company#.
What’s Happening in Gardening
Hosted by Matt-Dell & Rebecca Tufenkian
Each class begins with an open discussion which may or may not include: show & tell, current events, culture tips, pest problems, and introductions of new plants. The class will also include lectures or hands-on workshops from the following speakers.
April 21 Engelmann Oak Grove – James Henrich
The Arboretum’s Engelmann Oak Grove is the northernmost pure stand of a remnant oak population that spanned an area from northern Mexico up into Arizona and over to the coast of southern California. In that the stand is unique and that part of the trees range has been shrinking due to development, it is an ecological treasure. Jim Henrich has started a program that will help to ensure that this treasure is available for generations to come. In the last four years Jim Henrich’s oak establishment program has led to an increase in survival in Engelmann oak seedlings. Jim will update us on his progress and lead us on a tour of the Engelmann Oak Grove.
April 28 Scented-Leaf Geraniums – Matt-Dell Tufenkian
Learn the joys of these easy-care, good-smelling, drought-tolerant plants! Matt-Dell will share with us about his family legacy and favorite plants – geraniums. He will show slides from the building of the Scented Geranium Garden (which he helped to create) and then lead us on a walk-through tour.
Don’t miss a secret supper at the Belgian Consulate General Residence on Thursday, April 21 to benefit Program for Torture Victims. PTV rebuilds the lives of torture survivors from over 70 countries who have stood up for freedom, democracy, and human dignity.
- APERITIF – 6:30PM
- FIVE COURSE DINNER WITH WINE PAIRING – 7:30PM
The special event is hosted by the Belgian Ambassador at the official Consul General residence in Hancock Park. Limited to 32 guests. $200 per person with all proceeds benefiting PTV! Tic
ket inquires? Please email swestacott@ptvla.org.
Artists are invited to feature and sell their original arts and crafts at the Spring Brentwood Art Festival. Application fee: $250 per booth; students: $100. Visit www.BrentwoodArtFestival.com to apply today!
Women writers and directors in the entertainment industry constantly encounter roadblocks when attempting to advance their careers – even when they are just as talented and capable as their male counterparts. Women actors have a similar problem simply because the number of female roles is significantly less than for men. Friend of Big Sunday Amy Lloyd and her business partner Christina Gray have combined efforts to combat this issue with a special IndieGogo campaign for their production company “Chicks Who Make Flicks.” This organization is working to do its part to increase visibility and provide more opportunities for women. The production company creates films made by women, films that tell great woman’s stories, films that capture the voices of women from all over the world and at every stage of their life. Their goal is to create an environment that supports, encourages, and celebrates talented female filmmakers. For more info on how you can support this great cause, please visit https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/chicks-who-make-flicks-a-film-production-company#.
Women writers and directors in the entertainment industry constantly encounter roadblocks when attempting to advance their careers – even when they are just as talented and capable as their male counterparts. Women actors have a similar problem simply because the number of female roles is significantly less than for men. Friend of Big Sunday Amy Lloyd and her business partner Christina Gray have combined efforts to combat this issue with a special IndieGogo campaign for their production company “Chicks Who Make Flicks.” This organization is working to do its part to increase visibility and provide more opportunities for women. The production company creates films made by women, films that tell great woman’s stories, films that capture the voices of women from all over the world and at every stage of their life. Their goal is to create an environment that supports, encourages, and celebrates talented female filmmakers. For more info on how you can support this great cause, please visit https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/chicks-who-make-flicks-a-film-production-company#.
What’s Happening in Gardening
Hosted by Matt-Dell & Rebecca Tufenkian
Each class begins with an open discussion which may or may not include: show & tell, current events, culture tips, pest problems, and introductions of new plants. The class will also include lectures or hands-on workshops from the following speakers.
April 28 Scented-Leaf Geraniums – Matt-Dell Tufenkian
Learn the joys of these easy-care, good-smelling, drought-tolerant plants! Matt-Dell will share with us about his family legacy and favorite plants – geraniums. He will show slides from the building of the Scented Geranium Garden (which he helped to create) and then lead us on a walk-through tour.
Don’t miss the National Faith Leaders Conference featuring guest speaker Cornel West! There is a $50 registration for both days that includes access to workshops, plenaries, lunch on both days and so much more. Registration at: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-national-faith-leaders-conference-empowering-communities-tickets-22136269177. Tickets can also be purchased at the Newport-Mesa-Irvine Interfaith Council’s April 20th Luncheon.
Don’t miss “Happily Ever Laughter,” an evening of comedy, exciting silent auction and buffet dinner benefiting The Ovarian Cancer Circle. For more info, please visit www.theovariancancercircle.org or www.theovariancancercircle.org/events.
