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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Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill @ International City Theatre
Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill @ International City Theatre
Oct 27 all-day
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[...]
Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill @ International City Theatre
Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill @ International City Theatre
Oct 28 all-day
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[...]
Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill @ International City Theatre
Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill @ International City Theatre
Oct 29 all-day
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[...]
Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill @ International City Theatre
Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill @ International City Theatre
Oct 30 all-day
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[...]
Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill @ International City Theatre
Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill @ International City Theatre
Oct 31 all-day
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[...]
Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill @ International City Theatre
Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill @ International City Theatre
Nov 1 all-day
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[...]
Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill @ International City Theatre
Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill @ International City Theatre
Nov 2 all-day
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[...]
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12:00 am 10th Annual Festival for All Skid Row Artists @ Gladys Park
10th Annual Festival for All Skid Row Artists @ Gladys Park
Oct 27 @ 12:00 am – 5:00 pm
The 10th annual Festival for all Skid Row Artists Saturday and Sunday, October 26 & 27, 2019 1-5pm each day in Gladys park (corner of 6th Street and Gladys Avenue) Sign Up as a Skid[...]
9:00 am Dorris Place Elementary Library @ Dorris Place Elementary Library
Dorris Place Elementary Library @ Dorris Place Elementary Library
Oct 27 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Dorris Place 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.[...]
3:15 pm Food on Foot Sunday Serving
Food on Foot Sunday Serving
Oct 27 @ 3:15 pm – 5:00 pm
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,[...]
6:00 pm Fight Hunger at Tuesday’s Farmers Market in Culver City
Fight Hunger at Tuesday’s Farmers Market in Culver City
Oct 29 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
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[...]
8:00 am Habitat Restoration at the Audubon Center at Debs Park!
Habitat Restoration at the Audubon Center at Debs Park!
Oct 30 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am
Quick Overview: Help beautify and restore the natural flora and fauna of Debs Park. We ask you to join us in removing undesirable weeds and watering our native restoration areas. With your help, we can make[...]
9:00 am 25th Anniversary & Neighborhood Tree Planting
25th Anniversary & Neighborhood Tree Planting
Oct 30 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
I am happy to share that new street trees are coming to the Alamitos Beach neighborhood!  This weekday tree planting is a great opportunity for groups to participate in a week day team building event.    About 60 trees[...]
9:00 am Alamitos Beach Memorial Trees 25th Anniversary & Neighborhood Tree Planting @ Corner of Broadway & Cerritos Ave.
Alamitos Beach Memorial Trees 25th Anniversary & Neighborhood Tree Planting @ Corner of Broadway & Cerritos Ave.
Oct 30 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
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[...]
10:00 am Storytime with Mr. Steve @ Vroman's Bookstore
Storytime with Mr. Steve @ Vroman's Bookstore
Oct 30 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am
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
11:30 am Fight Hunger at Wednesday’s Farmers Market in Santa Monica
Fight Hunger at Wednesday’s Farmers Market in Santa Monica
Oct 30 @ 11:30 am – 2:00 pm
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[...]
8:00 am Hollywood Corps Community Center @ Hollywood Community Center
Hollywood Corps Community Center @ Hollywood Community Center
Nov 1 @ 8:00 am
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[...]
9:00 am Multnomah Elementary Library @ Multnomah Elementary Library
Multnomah Elementary Library @ Multnomah Elementary Library
Nov 2 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
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[...]
10:00 am Storytime with Mr. Steve @ Vroman's Bookstore
Storytime with Mr. Steve @ Vroman's Bookstore
Nov 2 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am
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
10:30 am Los Cerritos Wetlands Habitat Restoration @ Los Cerritos Wetlands
Los Cerritos Wetlands Habitat Restoration @ Los Cerritos Wetlands
Nov 2 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
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[...]

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