Big Sunday: Our Really Big Community Calendar – Support & Volunteer with our Nonprofit Partners every month!

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

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					1 Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill @ International City Theatre Oct 16 – Nov 3 all-day Tickets The Songs & Stories of Billie Holiday in… Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill by Lanie Robertson at International City Theatre 34 Years as Long Beach’s Resident Professional Theatre Company Artistic Director/Producer caryn desai “Original and[...] Hollywood Corps Community Center 8:00 am Hollywood Corps Community Center @ Hollywood Community Center Nov 1 @ 8:00 am Tickets Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities VOLUNTEER COACHES (BASKETBALL, SOCCER & INDOOR FLAG FOOTBALL) We are looking for energetic and enthusiastic volunteer coaches who are interested in teaching youth sports. Our program goal is to create a positive[...]	2 Multnomah Elementary Library 9:00 am Multnomah Elementary Library @ Multnomah Elementary Library Nov 2 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Tickets Multnomah Elementary desperately needs books for its school and classroom libraries. Please join us for a day of book processing and mural painting. If you plan to paint, please dress appropriately. Our paint doesn't wash out. Food[...] Storytime with Mr. Steve 10:00 am Storytime with Mr. Steve @ Vroman's Bookstore Nov 2 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am Tickets Vroman's favorite storytime guy, Mr. Steve, shares books with little ones every Wednesday and Saturday morning in the kids' section of the store. Ages 2 – 7 Los Cerritos Wetlands Habitat Restoration 10:30 am Los Cerritos Wetlands Habitat Restoration @ Los Cerritos Wetlands Nov 2 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm Tickets The Aquarium of the Pacific is working together with the Los Cerritos Wetlands Authority to help restore a local wetland in Long Beach. The Aquarium hosts a monthly habitat restoration event at the Los Cerritos[...]
3 Teach Sports or Arts Teach Sports or Arts @ Coach Art Nov 3 all-day Tickets Do you have an artistic or athletic hobby? Will you teach it to a kid impacted by chronic illness? We can match you with an inspiring, extraordinary young person — or group of young people —[...] Food on Foot Sunday Serving 3:15 pm Food on Foot Sunday Serving Nov 3 @ 3:15 pm – 5:00 pm Tickets For over 20 years, Food on Foot has been assisting the homeless by providing nutritious meals, clothing, work opportunities and ultimately the transition to full-time employment and life off the streets. As an awesome volunteer,[...]	4 Inner-City Arts 8:00 am Inner-City Arts @ Inner-City Arts Nov 4 @ 8:00 am – 2:30 pm Tickets STUDIO VOLUNTEERISM Studio volunteers work alongside teaching artists to support K-12 students as they explore their own creativity in one of our seven studios: Visual Arts, Ceramics, Creativity Lab, Media Arts, Drama, Dance, and Music.[...]	5 CASA of LA CASA of LA @ Edmund D. Edelman Children’s Court Nov 5 all-day Tickets A Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) is a trained, dedicated and caring community volunteer, who is assigned to work one-on-one with a child in the foster care system. CASAs are sworn in by a dependency court judge to[...] Fight Hunger at Tuesday’s Farmers Market in Culver City 6:00 pm Fight Hunger at Tuesday’s Farmers Market in Culver City Nov 5 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Tickets Quick Overview: We are working to fight hunger and food waste in Southern California, and we'd love to have you join us. Mission or Broader Program Description: Food Forward fights hunger and prevents food waste[...]	6 The Center in Hollywood The Center in Hollywood @ The Center in Hollywood Nov 6 all-day Tickets Regular volunteers commit to serving at The Center 1+ days a week in the capacity of participating in or leading groups, attending coffee hour, cleaning, or assisting with office work. Weekly shifts range from 1.5-8[...] Inner-City Arts 8:00 am Inner-City Arts @ Inner-City Arts Nov 6 @ 8:00 am – 2:30 pm Tickets STUDIO VOLUNTEERISM Studio volunteers work alongside teaching artists to support K-12 students as they explore their own creativity in one of our seven studios: Visual Arts, Ceramics, Creativity Lab, Media Arts, Drama, Dance, and Music.[...] Storytime with Mr. Steve 10:00 am Storytime with Mr. Steve @ Vroman's Bookstore Nov 6 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am Tickets Vroman's favorite storytime guy, Mr. Steve, shares books with little ones every Wednesday and Saturday morning in the kids' section of the store. Ages 2 – 7 Fight Hunger at Wednesday’s Farmers Market in Santa Monica 11:30 am Fight Hunger at Wednesday’s Farmers Market in Santa Monica Nov 6 @ 11:30 am – 2:00 pm Tickets Quick Overview: We are working to fight hunger and food waste in Southern California, and we'd love to have you join us. Mission or Broader Program Description: Food Forward fights hunger and prevents food waste by rescuing[...]	7	8 New Directions for Veterans New Directions for Veterans Nov 8 all-day Tickets NDVets Memorial Day 5K We look for friendly, energetic volunteers to assist with our 5K run/walk. We need volunteers to help with everything from Check-In, staffing water stations, and cheering on walkers and runners along the[...] Hollywood Corps Community Center 8:00 am Hollywood Corps Community Center @ Hollywood Community Center Nov 8 @ 8:00 am Tickets Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities VOLUNTEER COACHES (BASKETBALL, SOCCER & INDOOR FLAG FOOTBALL) We are looking for energetic and enthusiastic volunteer coaches who are interested in teaching youth sports. Our program goal is to create a positive[...]	9 Help Restore Natural Habitats! Volunteer at Starr Ranch Sanctuary 9:00 am Help Restore Natural Habitats! Volunteer at Starr Ranch Sanctuary Nov 9 @ 9:00 am – 12:30 pm Tickets Audubon California’s 4000-acre Starr Ranch Sanctuary in southeast Orange County is pleased to invite you to join them as a volunteer "Weed Warrior." Weeds can alter habitats and have negative effects on wildlife. Volunteers help[...] Harkins Sensory Friendly Screenings 9:45 am Harkins Sensory Friendly Screenings @ Harkins Cerritos 16 Nov 9 @ 9:45 am Tickets Smallfoot roars into Harkins Cerritos 16, just a little more softly; the sensory-friendly screening is appropriate for guests affected by autism and sensory processing disorders. One Saturday each month, select Harkins locations present a family-friendly film in an auditorium dedicated to[...] Help Hou Family Move 10:00 am Help Hou Family Move Nov 9 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Tickets Cambodia Town Neighborhood Association and Rose Park Neighborhood Association share the grief of the community and would like to extend an opportunity to help the Hou family. They are working together to help the Hou family to move out[...] Storytime with Mr. Steve 10:00 am Storytime with Mr. Steve @ Vroman's Bookstore Nov 9 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am Tickets Vroman's favorite storytime guy, Mr. Steve, shares books with little ones every Wednesday and Saturday morning in the kids' section of the store. Ages 2 – 7
10 Food on Foot Sunday Serving 3:15 pm Food on Foot Sunday Serving Nov 10 @ 3:15 pm – 5:00 pm Tickets For over 20 years, Food on Foot has been assisting the homeless by providing nutritious meals, clothing, work opportunities and ultimately the transition to full-time employment and life off the streets. As an awesome volunteer,[...]	11 Help Restore Natural Habitats! Volunteer at Starr Ranch Sanctuary 1:30 pm Help Restore Natural Habitats! Volunteer at Starr Ranch Sanctuary Nov 11 @ 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm Tickets Audubon California’s 4000-acre Starr Ranch Sanctuary in southeast Orange County is pleased to invite you to join them as a volunteer "Weed Warrior." Weeds can alter habitats and have negative effects on wildlife. Volunteers help[...]	12 Fight Hunger at Tuesday’s Farmers Market in Culver City 6:00 pm Fight Hunger at Tuesday’s Farmers Market in Culver City Nov 12 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Tickets Quick Overview: We are working to fight hunger and food waste in Southern California, and we'd love to have you join us. Mission or Broader Program Description: Food Forward fights hunger and prevents food waste[...]	13 Storytime with Mr. Steve 10:00 am Storytime with Mr. Steve @ Vroman's Bookstore Nov 13 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am Tickets Vroman's favorite storytime guy, Mr. Steve, shares books with little ones every Wednesday and Saturday morning in the kids' section of the store. Ages 2 – 7 Fight Hunger at Wednesday’s Farmers Market in Santa Monica 11:30 am Fight Hunger at Wednesday’s Farmers Market in Santa Monica Nov 13 @ 11:30 am – 2:00 pm Tickets Quick Overview: We are working to fight hunger and food waste in Southern California, and we'd love to have you join us. Mission or Broader Program Description: Food Forward fights hunger and prevents food waste by rescuing[...]	14	15 Hollywood Corps Community Center 8:00 am Hollywood Corps Community Center @ Hollywood Community Center Nov 15 @ 8:00 am Tickets Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities VOLUNTEER COACHES (BASKETBALL, SOCCER & INDOOR FLAG FOOTBALL) We are looking for energetic and enthusiastic volunteer coaches who are interested in teaching youth sports. Our program goal is to create a positive[...]	16 I Have a Dream Foundation I Have a Dream Foundation Nov 16 all-day Tickets Your volunteer work at “I Have a Dream” Foundation – Los Angeles (IHADLA) will make a difference in the lives of underprivileged youth in Los Angeles. Volunteers tutor, coach, read to our students (“Dreamers”), chaperone field[...] College Square Neighborhood Tree Planting 9:00 am College Square Neighborhood Tree Planting Nov 16 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Tickets Please join a team of neighbors, City staff, and volunteers to plant trees. Trees reduce greenhouse gases, provide habitat, reduce cooling costs, and increase property values. You can help make a difference. All tools and[...] Help Restore Natural Habitats! Volunteer at Starr Ranch Sanctuary 9:00 am Help Restore Natural Habitats! Volunteer at Starr Ranch Sanctuary Nov 16 @ 9:00 am – 12:30 pm Tickets Audubon California’s 4000-acre Starr Ranch Sanctuary in southeast Orange County is pleased to invite you to join them as a volunteer "Weed Warrior." Weeds can alter habitats and have negative effects on wildlife. Volunteers help[...] Nothin’ but Sand 10:00 am Nothin’ but Sand @ Different L.A. County beach each month. Check RSVP page for specific dates/locations Nov 16 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Tickets Our monthly all-ages beach cleanup bonanza, 10 a.m. to noon on the third Saturday of every month except December. Beach cleanups are a great experience for you and your family, friends and co-workers to get[...] Storytime with Mr. Steve 10:00 am Storytime with Mr. Steve @ Vroman's Bookstore Nov 16 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am Tickets Vroman's favorite storytime guy, Mr. Steve, shares books with little ones every Wednesday and Saturday morning in the kids' section of the store. Ages 2 – 7
17 Native Garden Volunteer Day 10:00 am Native Garden Volunteer Day Nov 17 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Tickets The mission of CNPS is to conserve California native plants and their natural habitats, and increase understanding, appreciation, and horticultural use of native plants. We achieve this mission at the native garden days at Point[...] Stroll the Art and Architecture of Belmont Heights 12:00 pm Stroll the Art and Architecture of Belmont Heights @ Belmont Heights Nov 17 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm Tickets You Are Cordially Invited To This Free Public Event Stroll the Art and Architecture of Belmont Heights Sunday, November 17th, 2019 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. Take a leisurely walk in Belmont Heights to visit[...] Food on Foot Sunday Serving 3:15 pm Food on Foot Sunday Serving Nov 17 @ 3:15 pm – 5:00 pm Tickets For over 20 years, Food on Foot has been assisting the homeless by providing nutritious meals, clothing, work opportunities and ultimately the transition to full-time employment and life off the streets. As an awesome volunteer,[...]	18 Inner-City Arts 8:00 am Inner-City Arts @ Inner-City Arts Nov 18 @ 8:00 am – 2:30 pm Tickets STUDIO VOLUNTEERISM Studio volunteers work alongside teaching artists to support K-12 students as they explore their own creativity in one of our seven studios: Visual Arts, Ceramics, Creativity Lab, Media Arts, Drama, Dance, and Music.[...] Help Restore Natural Habitats! Volunteer at Starr Ranch Sanctuary 1:30 pm Help Restore Natural Habitats! Volunteer at Starr Ranch Sanctuary Nov 18 @ 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm Tickets Audubon California’s 4000-acre Starr Ranch Sanctuary in southeast Orange County is pleased to invite you to join them as a volunteer "Weed Warrior." Weeds can alter habitats and have negative effects on wildlife. Volunteers help[...] For the Record! An interactive timeline of North LB History 4:00 pm For the Record! An interactive timeline of North LB History @ Jordan High School Nov 18 @ 4:00 pm Tickets See history before your eyes — and under your feet! Long Beach Heritage will help launch For the Record on November 18, 2019! This interactive timeline takes history to the streets, telling overlooked stories of the heritage[...]	19 Fight Hunger at Tuesday’s Farmers Market in Culver City 6:00 pm Fight Hunger at Tuesday’s Farmers Market in Culver City Nov 19 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Tickets Quick Overview: We are working to fight hunger and food waste in Southern California, and we'd love to have you join us. Mission or Broader Program Description: Food Forward fights hunger and prevents food waste[...]	20 The Center in Hollywood The Center in Hollywood @ The Center in Hollywood Nov 20 all-day Tickets Regular volunteers commit to serving at The Center 1+ days a week in the capacity of participating in or leading groups, attending coffee hour, cleaning, or assisting with office work. Weekly shifts range from 1.5-8[...] Inner-City Arts 8:00 am Inner-City Arts @ Inner-City Arts Nov 20 @ 8:00 am – 2:30 pm Tickets STUDIO VOLUNTEERISM Studio volunteers work alongside teaching artists to support K-12 students as they explore their own creativity in one of our seven studios: Visual Arts, Ceramics, Creativity Lab, Media Arts, Drama, Dance, and Music.[...] Storytime with Mr. Steve 10:00 am Storytime with Mr. Steve @ Vroman's Bookstore Nov 20 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am Tickets Vroman's favorite storytime guy, Mr. Steve, shares books with little ones every Wednesday and Saturday morning in the kids' section of the store. Ages 2 – 7 Fight Hunger at Wednesday’s Farmers Market in Santa Monica 11:30 am Fight Hunger at Wednesday’s Farmers Market in Santa Monica Nov 20 @ 11:30 am – 2:00 pm Tickets Quick Overview: We are working to fight hunger and food waste in Southern California, and we'd love to have you join us. Mission or Broader Program Description: Food Forward fights hunger and prevents food waste by rescuing[...]	21	22 New Directions for Veterans New Directions for Veterans Nov 22 all-day Tickets NDVets Memorial Day 5K We look for friendly, energetic volunteers to assist with our 5K run/walk. We need volunteers to help with everything from Check-In, staffing water stations, and cheering on walkers and runners along the[...] Hollywood Corps Community Center 8:00 am Hollywood Corps Community Center @ Hollywood Community Center Nov 22 @ 8:00 am Tickets Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities VOLUNTEER COACHES (BASKETBALL, SOCCER & INDOOR FLAG FOOTBALL) We are looking for energetic and enthusiastic volunteer coaches who are interested in teaching youth sports. Our program goal is to create a positive[...]	23 Volunteer Work Day and Holiday Gathering at the Peace Garden! 8:00 am Volunteer Work Day and Holiday Gathering at the Peace Garden! @ LBDHHS Central Facilities Building (MLK Jr. Park) Nov 23 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm Tickets Volunteer Work Day and Holiday Gathering at the Peace Garden! Hosted by LBDHHS Health Healthy Active Long Beach SATURDAY, November 23, 2019 8:00AM-12:00PM LBDHHS Central Facilities Building (MLK Jr. Park) 1133 Rhea Street,[...] Storytime with Mr. Steve 10:00 am Storytime with Mr. Steve @ Vroman's Bookstore Nov 23 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am Tickets Vroman's favorite storytime guy, Mr. Steve, shares books with little ones every Wednesday and Saturday morning in the kids' section of the store. Ages 2 – 7
24 Food on Foot Sunday Serving 3:15 pm Food on Foot Sunday Serving Nov 24 @ 3:15 pm – 5:00 pm Tickets For over 20 years, Food on Foot has been assisting the homeless by providing nutritious meals, clothing, work opportunities and ultimately the transition to full-time employment and life off the streets. As an awesome volunteer,[...]	25	26 Fight Hunger at Tuesday’s Farmers Market in Culver City 6:00 pm Fight Hunger at Tuesday’s Farmers Market in Culver City Nov 26 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Tickets Quick Overview: We are working to fight hunger and food waste in Southern California, and we'd love to have you join us. Mission or Broader Program Description: Food Forward fights hunger and prevents food waste[...]	27 Storytime with Mr. Steve 10:00 am Storytime with Mr. Steve @ Vroman's Bookstore Nov 27 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am Tickets Vroman's favorite storytime guy, Mr. Steve, shares books with little ones every Wednesday and Saturday morning in the kids' section of the store. Ages 2 – 7 Fight Hunger at Wednesday’s Farmers Market in Santa Monica 11:30 am Fight Hunger at Wednesday’s Farmers Market in Santa Monica Nov 27 @ 11:30 am – 2:00 pm Tickets Quick Overview: We are working to fight hunger and food waste in Southern California, and we'd love to have you join us. Mission or Broader Program Description: Food Forward fights hunger and prevents food waste by rescuing[...]	28	29 Hollywood Corps Community Center 8:00 am Hollywood Corps Community Center @ Hollywood Community Center Nov 29 @ 8:00 am Tickets Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities VOLUNTEER COACHES (BASKETBALL, SOCCER & INDOOR FLAG FOOTBALL) We are looking for energetic and enthusiastic volunteer coaches who are interested in teaching youth sports. Our program goal is to create a positive[...]	30 Storytime with Mr. Steve 10:00 am Storytime with Mr. Steve @ Vroman's Bookstore Nov 30 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am Tickets Vroman's favorite storytime guy, Mr. Steve, shares books with little ones every Wednesday and Saturday morning in the kids' section of the store. Ages 2 – 7

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