Upcoming events
Derby City Distillers Basketball Game
Join us for Big Brothers Big Sisters Night at the Derby City Distillers basketball game! Admission is free for matches and families with children currently enrolled as Littles. This will be a great time to connect with other matches and families and cheer on our TBL professional basketball team!
Animals in my Backyard
Matches only, spots available for 8 matches | Foster your Little’s natural curiosity as they learn about the basic needs of animals that live in an urban habitat. Littles will learn about some of the backyard animals that live in Kentucky and discover how their unique adaptations enable them to survive. This activity includes hands-on opportunities with live animals.
Chef University: Grow It, Cook It
Join us in the kitchen to learn about planting a garden and the importance of fresh fruits and veggies. Matches will plants seeds or starters to take home with them and cook and dine on Ms. Emma's Strawberry Jam Grilled Cheese sandwiches. Delicious!
School's Out For Summer Party
School is almost out for summer so let's celebrate! Matches and waitlist families are invited to join us at the BAYA Center for fun, games, and refreshments, to welcome in the summer.
BIG Night SoIN
We strive daily to affect change for the youth in our community, and we’d love to share the Little ways you can make a BIG impact. Grab 2 or more friends and come out for some fun, free food and drinks, giveaways, and learn about the rewarding impact of mentorship!
BAYA: Turning Your Pain into Beauty
For Girls ages 9 and up | During this lesson, girls will learn that healing your mind from consistent and ongoing pain can look different for everyone. They’ll walk through several techniques to deal with whatever is going on in their life and causing them pain. The goal of this session is to get the group to open up about different painful situations they may be dealing with and work through it together!
Waitlist Game Day
Bring your child out for a fun-filled afternoon just for waitlist Littles ages 7-12. We'll have lots of games and activities to get active and make new friends!
H.O.P.E. Presents: LOUD: My Voice Matters
LOUD: My Voice Matters is an event where your voice matters! Join us for a day of empowerment and expression. Whether you want to share your story, advocate for a cause, or simply listen and support others, this event is for you. There will be meaningful discussion, activities for prizes, and free food!
Derby Festival Block Party
Come on out to the Norton Healthcare Sports and Learning Center for the FREE, all-day festivities! You can enjoy dozens of food trucks and vendors, a community village of local businesses and nonprofits, and live entertainment throughout the day.
Feel free to wear your B shirt or other BBBSKY gear!
Big Recruitment Night
We strive daily to affect change for the youth in our community, and we’d love to share all the Little ways YOU can make a BIG impact. Grab 2 or more friends and come out for some fun, free food and drinks, raffles, testimonials, and more!
Yoga With Your Little
Join us for this fun and active introductory yoga class for matches with Littles ages 9-15. Dress comfortably and bring a mat or beach towel for you and Little while an OMies Yoga Studio instructor leads us!
BAYA: No Filters
For matches and ready to be matched Littles ages 9 and up with parent/guardian. Learn how to look at a picture of yourself without the use of any filters. This will be a look at true beauty both outside and within, leading to very open and honest discussions of what defines real beauty.
H.O.P.E.: Planting Seeds That Grow
Join us for an exciting in-person event where we explore the power of nature and its ability to nourish communities. Wearing comfortable clothes is encouraged, as we will be getting our hands dirty and learning how to garden!
Kentucky Science Center Day
Matches can enjoy FREE entry at the Kentucky Science Center! Contact your Match Support Specialist or check your email for details and the link.
Match Madness Bracket Challenge
Calling all Bigs and Littles! Enter our Match Madness Bracket Challenge for a chance to win!
Big-Little Field Day
We're celebrating Match Madness with a indoor field day full of classic field day games, challenges for Bigs and Littles, and just a whole lot of fun!
The Wizard of Oz at Floyd Central
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film.
Chef University: Kitchen Chemistry
Join us in the Chef University kitchen for a STEM-themed cooking class. Littles will learn how chemistry and cooking are connected and make a take home petri dish. Matches will prepare and enjoy griddle chocolate chip cookies together as well. An activity both educational and delicious!
UofL Women’s Basketball vs. Virginia
MATCHES ONLY | Enjoy a women’s basketball game on us at the KFC Yum! Center! All ticket expenses are comped by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kentuckiana and our partners at UofL. Please only sign up if you are sure you can go.
H.O.P.E.: Earn, Save, Spend
Boys ages 11-15 are invited to join us for an exciting in-person event where we'll dive into the world of personal finance! Learn how to earn more money, save for the future, and spend wisely. Whether you're a financial guru or just starting out, this event is for you! We will also have a delicious taco bar!
BBBSKY + BMI: Creating a Path for Your Future
“Creating a Path for Your Future: Using Your Interests for Success” is open to Bigs and their Little Brothers ages 9 to 15.
A very important step in helping your Little Brother achieve their potential is helping them identify their interests and learning how those can lead to a potential career. Join us for an engaging and interactive 1 hour workshop provided by the Black Male Initiative/JCTC! Refreshments will be provided.
BBBSKY Day at the Muhammad Ali Center
We’ve got FREE tickets to the Muhammad Ali Center for Bigs and Littles! Matches will be able to take part in a scavenger hunt throughout the museum celebrating the Greatest. 🥊
Contact your Match Support specialist for details.
Big Futures Peer 2 Peer Movie Night
Big Futures participants are invited to join us for an exciting movie night celebrating Black History Month! We’ll watch a film that highlights important and impactful events that took place in history.
UofL Men’s Basketball vs. Georgia Tech
MATCHES ONLY | Enjoy a men's basketball game on us at the KFC Yum! Center! All ticket expenses are comped by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kentuckiana and our partners at UofL. Please only sign up if you are sure you can go.
BAYA Girls' Valentine Party
GIRLS ONLY | Join us at BAYA for engaging and creative activities that will teach girls how to recognize their worth and remember to love themselves. Recommended for girls ages 8-15 with their Big Sister or parent/guardian.
The BIG Night
We strive daily to affect change for the youth in our community, and we’d love to share the Little ways you can make a BIG impact. Grab 2 or more friends and come out for some fun, free food and drinks, raffles, and more!
Ceramic Canvas Art
MATCHES ONLY | Enjoy discovering and exploring with 2D and 3D art. You may begin with decoupage and paint, but where you go next is unlimited! The emporium is reserved from 2–4 p.m. for participants to attend on a come and go basis. Come on in and let's get artsy!
H.O.P.E.: What's in my Future?
Calling all matches and parents of boys ages 11-15! Join us for an in-person gathering where we will talk about career paths, personal growth, and goals. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the unknown and uncover what lies ahead.
Kosair Shrine Circus: Free Tickets
Thanks to our donors, we have complimentary tickets available for the Kosair Shrine Circus on Friday, January 26th, 2024 at 7 PM!
Please sign you and your little up to receive the tickets, which you can pick up at our office any day after January 1st.
Chef University: Breakfast Around the World
MATCHES ONLY | RESCHEDULED FROM 1/19
Join us at Chef University to cook a hot breakfast meal together. Littles will learn about the importance of breakfast & breakfast around the world. We will write a recipe and prepare a fun and delicious breakfast food to enjoy!
IUS Basketball Games
Enjoy FREE ADMISSION to a doubleheader as both the Women’s and Men’s teams take on Rio Grande University. The Women’s game starts at 1 p.m. with the Men’s basketball game to follow at 3 p.m. Admissions will have a list of Big Brother Big Sisters attendees, so you will not need a ticket to be admitted.
H.O.P.E.: Building Healthy Relationships
Join us for an exciting event focused on building healthy relationships! Discover valuable insights and practical tips on fostering strong connections with loved ones, friends, and colleagues. Our expert speakers will share their wisdom and experiences, helping you navigate the ups and downs of relationships and how to set healthy boundaries with those around you.
The Nutcracker at the Kentucky Center
You and your Little are invited to sign-up here to receive two tickets for the Nutcracker on Wednesday, Dec. 13th! Doors open at 6:30 PM and the ballet begins at 7:30 PM.
Big Brothers Big Sisters Holiday Party
Join us at the Baya Center in Clarksville for engaging games, holiday crafts, cookie decorating, and more! The party will start at 6 p.m. and continue until 8 p.m. We can't wait to see you!
Ice Skating at Paristown
Come join us for ice skating at Paristown’s Fete De Noel! Big Brothers Big Sisters has the entire rink reserved for our matches and families in our program to enjoy. All you need is your tall socks, and remember to dress warmly!
Fundraising Events
Links for littles - Louisville
June 24, 2024
Big Springs Country Club
The 14th annual Links for Littles Golf Scramble, presented by FCAH Aerospace takes place on June 24, 2024 at Big Springs Country Club. This event is Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kentuckiana’s largest golf fundraiser and sells out every year. Established in 2010, this event brings together more than 170+ golfers from across the United States and more than 25 local sponsors all in support of our mission to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships. View sponsorship packages here.
An AM flight time and a PM flight time gives golfers an opportunity to enjoy the sunrise or a sunset over this championship course. Golfers will enjoy a round of golf at the private and newly renovated Big Springs Country Club’s golf course while enjoying on course contests, food, raffles and more.
Please contact events@bbbsky.org for more details.
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