In partnership with Dr. Jackson Gainer (biology professor at TN Wesleyan), there will be a space created for matches to learn about the importance of advocating for themselves and gain insight into a student's expectations from a professor's perspective. Dinner will be provided!
At an info session, you will have the opportunity to learn more about Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee, including opportunities to get involved, common misconceptions and the benefits of mentoring, an open Q&A session, and hear from a current Big.
Thursday, November 17th from 5 - 6:30 pm. Dinner will be served at 5 pm, and the training will begin at 5:30 pm. Bigs, Littles and Guardians invited. Childcare and activities will be provided for youth during the training. Please join us to gain a deeper understanding of the risk factors that may lead to youth substance use/development of a substance use disorder and how to have conversations with youth.
Let’s get ready for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday with a little exercise - a hike to a waterfall in the Smokies. This is one of the least well-kept secrets in the Smokies. This 2 mile round trip hike to a beautiful waterfall begins at the Great Smoky Mountain Institute at Tremont and passes by places of historical and geological interest. We travel through several forest types to eat lunch by a 60-foot waterfall.
Save the date! The Holiday Party will be on Saturday, December 3rd from 10 am - 1 pm. Check out the Bigs' Corner for more details.
Theme: Holiday Craft Night! Can't make it to the Holiday Party or just feeling more festive? Join us for holiday crafts & games. Event will be held at the United Way of Anderson County.
RSVP deadline Dec 30th. We will then have plenty of time to tour the many parts of the aquarium – Ocean Realm, Shark Lagoon, Touch a Ray Bay, Tropical Forest, Coral Reef, Discovery Center, and Penguin Playhouse – and to take in the live shows. To answer any questions you may have about visiting the aquarium see their frequently asked questions website at https://www.ripleyaquariums.com/gatlinburg/faq/
Board Game Night!
Sunday, Jan 15th at 1 pm. Please rsvp with the email or phone number you would like to receive the tickets.
Matches will learn about interviewing strategies and professional skills to acquire in preparation for job readiness. Dinner will be provided!
We want to thank YOU! Please join us for a free dinner as we announce our Bigs of the Year and celebrate mentorship in our community. All current Bigs and a guest are invited. Alcohol will be served at this event.
