Community-Based Bigs

Bigs-Only Events

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Upcoming Group Match Activities

Please contact your Match Support Specialist for more information and to RSVP for any of the following activities. We will provide more details once you RSVP! 

        • MATCH ACTIVITIES: 
          • Wed, 12/6 Art Night at BBBSNN, 6-7:00pm
            • Cost:  $0
            • Description: Join us for a guided art night in our new office! We will create winter-themed masterpieces, all supplies provided, and finished pieces may be submitted for an art show.
            • Availability: FULL – feel free to join waitlist
            • Location: BBBSNN Office 600 Mill St, Reno, NV 89502

         

          • Saturday, 12/9, Robotics at the National Automobile Museum, 10:00am
            • Cost:  $0 for Matches
            • Description: Explore the world of robotics & programming with PBS Reno Curiosity Classroom at the auto museum. The workshop will take place 10:00am – 12:00pm. Following the workshop, at 12, the excitement continues with a special screening of Wall-E to enhance the connection to the world of robotics. Complimentary popcorn, beverages, & treats included. Learn more here.
            • Location: The National Automobile Museum, 1 Museum Dr. Reno, NV 89501
            • Availability: 8 Matches, RSVP ASAP so we can secure tickets! Space is limited.

         

          •  Sun, 12/17AVA Ballet presents The Nutcracker, 7:00pm
            • Cost:  $0
            • Description: Enjoy the classic ballet with AVA Ballet Theatre and Reno Philharmonic Orchestra. Tickets must be picked up in advance at BBBSNN office.
            • Availability: 20 tickets
            • Location:  Pioneer Center 100 S. Virginia St., Reno, NV 89501

         

          • Fri 12/15-12/19 Holiday Shopping, 3:00-7:00pm weekdays, 10:00am-12:00pm Sat
            • Cost:  $0
            • Description: Our annual holiday shopping event is back! Matches are invited to allow Littles to pick out gifts for their family members (and themselves). Items are donated by Zulilly and other toy drive donations. A variety of gifts will be available for the Littles to "shop" upstairs and we will have a wrapping and card station downstairs. 12/15, 12/18, 12/19 hours are 3-7pm. 12/16 10am-12pm. No shopping available on 12/17.
            • Availability: Open to all Matches
            • Location: BBBSNN Office 600 Mill St, Reno, NV 89502

Free Passes/Tickets

  • Fly High Trampoline Park Reno Sparks: 2 for 1 passes available for pickup at the office or speak with your Match Support Specialist for other arrangements (10 Greg Street, Sparks, NV 89431).
  • Mesa Rim Climbing Center: Free day passes for climbing, yoga and fitness (Rental gear included) (970 Harvard Way, Reno, NV 89502).
  • Orangetheory Fitness: Passes for Bigs & Littles age 14+ for a free fitness class at either Reno location (8056 S Virginia Street, Suite 1, Reno, NV 89511 or 1575 Robb Dr Suite 1, Reno, NV 89523). Passes available for pickup at the office or speak with your Match Support. Waivers required. 

Community Events

      • COMMUNITY EVENTS:
        • Happening now, Chickadee Ridge Birdseed
          • Cost:  $0
          • Description: Did you know Moana Nursery offers free birdseed for hikers visiting Chickadee Ridge?! Stop on by with a bag or container and they will fill it up with appropriate birdseed to go share with the feathery friends on the scenic hike. Fun Fact: That’s where we filmed the snowshoe adventure with Jeremey Renner on Rennervations!
          • Location: Moana Nursery locations
          • Availability: drop in during store hours

       

        • Saturdays, Donuts & Cartoons, 9:00-11:00am
          • Cost:  $0
          • Description: A nostalgic classic; hang out in a cool spot to enjoy free donuts & Saturday morning cartoons.
          • Location: Reno Public Market, 299 E Plumb Lane, Reno, NV 89502
          • Availability: drop in Saturday mornings

       

        • Sun, 12/10 & 12/17 Holiday Kids Crafts, 12:002:00pm
          • Cost:  $0
          • Description: Get crafty & celebrate the holiday season with free crafts at Reno Public Market.
          • Location: Reno Public Market, 299 E Plumb Lane, Reno, NV 89502
          • Availability: drop in Sunday afternoons

       

        • Sunday, 12/10, Sunday Funday: Elf Story Time & Movie 11:00am
          • Cost:  $0
          • Description: Stay warm & have fun with a festive story time & movie afternoon at the library.
          • Location: Northwest Reno Library, 2325 Robb Dr., Reno, NV 89523
          • Availability: registration required 

       

        • Friday, 12/15 Crafternoon: Peppermint Playdough, 3:30-4:30pm
          • Cost:  $0
          • Description: Enjoy some hands on sensory-based fun & make your own playdough. (*This could even be a great way to make a gift for a friend or sibling!)  
          • Location: Sierra View Library, at the Reno Town Mall 4001 S. Virginia St., Reno, NV 89502
          • Availability: registration required

       

        • Saturday, 12/23 Holiday Treats Make & Take, 11:00am-12:00pm
          • Cost:  $0
          • Description: Satisfy your sweet tooth with some holiday cookies & DIY cocoa mix. All ingredients & materials provided – just bring your own creativity. Keep them for yourself or gift them to a loved one.
          • Location: Sierra View Library, at the Reno Town Mall 4001 S. Virginia St., Reno, NV 89502
          • Availability: registration required

LOCAL DISCOUNTS FOR MATCHES

  • Free admission for Littles at The Discovery: Littles get in free with the paid admission of their Bigs any day except Wednesday. On Wednesdays, the museum is open late and from 4:00-8:00 PM, all admissions are 50% off. To take advantage of the discount, Bigs need to show their ID card or otherwise identify as a Big at the time of transaction. Click here to learn more about The Discovery.
  • Free studio fees at The Playful Potter: The Playful Potter in Sparks is offering free studio fees for matches that come in to paint pottery. Click here to learn more about the Playful Potter.
  • Free admission for Littles at the National Automobile Museum: Littles get in free with the paid admission of their Bigs! To take advantage of the discount, Bigs need to show their ID card or otherwise identify as a Big at the time of transaction. Click here to learn more about the museum and their special events.
  • Free ride wristband and $5 game card for Littles at the BoomTown Fun Center: Littles coming with their Big get a free ride wristband and $5 game card to enjoy the Fun Center! To take advantage of the discount, Bigs need to show their ID card or otherwise identify as a Big at the time of transaction. Click here to learn more about the Fun Center.
  • Free admission for Littles at the Enchanted Cat Café: Littles receive free entry when accompanied by their Big Brother or Big Sister. Bigs, simply identify yourself as a Big with BBBSNN to redeem.
  • Reduced membership for matches at BridgeWire MakerSpace: Half price deal for Bigs to join ($35/month) and you can take your Little (age 12+) for free. This is best suited for older matches who want to make working on projects their main focus. An orientation (at an additional one-time fee) is required of the Big (only) to introduce you to the building and all of the equipment available for use.   

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FOR MATCHES

  • Immunize Nevada: Email [email protected] for more information about current volunteer opportunities.

Activity Ideas for Community-Based Bigs

*Locations with an asterisk are in Carson City.

Games & Sports

Arts & Crafts

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math)

Reading & Writing

Community, Activism, & Culture

Nature & Mindfulness

Food

  • Take a picnic lunch
  • Try a new food
  • Visit a coffee shop

Seasonal

  • Go ice skating
  • Help your Little make holiday cards for their family, friends, and teachers
  • Visit a farm or pumpkin patch

Match Memories

  • Create a scrapbook with photos and mementos of the things you’ve done together
  • Write a letter to your Little on your match anniversary telling them what you’ve noticed about them in the last year