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.

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Dec
1
Tue
Yoga in the Garden 2015 @ Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden
Dec 1 @ 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
3
Thu
Yoga in the Garden 2015 @ Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden
Dec 3 @ 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
5
Sat
SoCal Public Radio Gala @ Hyatt Regency Century Plaza
Dec 5 @ 5:30 pm

Don’t miss the Southern California Radio Gala as they celebrate the 30th Anniversary of AirTalk with Larry Mantle and the 15th Anniversary of Southern California Public Radio.  The event will honor the following:

  • Larry MantleHost of AirTalk
  • Frank H. CruzCo-Founder of Telemundo
  • Connie RiceFounding Co-Director of the Advancement Project

The event will feature a cocktail reception followed by a dinner, program and entertainment (JT & Friends, a fabulous 40+ piece band led by John Tupresident and co-founder of Kingston Technology).

INDIVIDUAL TICKETS

  • $500 | premium dinner seating and ¼-page ad in the Program Book
  • $250 | includes dinner seating

For information and to reserve your seats contact SCPRGala@scpr.org.

 

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
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  
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
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
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.

Dec
26
Sat
Arboretum Spotlights 2015 @ Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden
Dec 26 – Dec 27 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 26: Hipster Horticulture

  • Frank McDonough
  • Meet at Gift Shop Patio       

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.