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SUMMARY:January S.T.A.G.E. Club
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, January 18th\, we invite our matches to join together at the Ice Chalet to ice skate. We will meet there at 2:00pm and you can stay until they close at 4:30pm if you would like. Matches will be able to rent skates. This is also for all levels of skating! 🙂 Please RSVP to secure a spot for you and your Little!\nMore info will be shared for those who RSVP to attend the week of the event. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://tennesseebig.org/event/ice-skating/
LOCATION:Ice Chalet\, 100 Lebanon Street\, Knoxville\, Tennessee\, 37919
CATEGORIES:S.T.A.G.E. Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T160000
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SUMMARY:Sierra Club: The Lost Sea
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, January 25th\, from 1-4 pm\, Matches can experience the Lost Sea Adventure! This will begin with a guided tour of the caverns. This involves a 3⁄4 mile round-trip walk on wide sloping pathways. We will be taking the Flashlight Tour that takes us into one of the darker corners of the cave for a real caving experience (please bring flashlights). Along the way we will learn cool history about the cave! This experience is no cost to you!
URL:https://tennesseebig.org/event/sierra-club-the-lost-seaon-saturday-january-25th-from-1-4pm-matches-can-experience-the-lost-sea-adventure-this-will-begin-with-a-guided-tour-of-the-caverns-this-involves-a-3%e2%81%844-mile-round/
LOCATION:The Lost Sea\, 140 Lost Sea Road\, Sweetwater\, TN\, 37874
CATEGORIES:Sierra Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T210000
DTSTAMP:20250127T200236Z
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SUMMARY:Giveback Night with Gus's Fried Chicken
DESCRIPTION:Join the Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee on Thursday\, January 30\, from 5:00-9:00 pm for our first Giveback Night with Gus’s Fried Chicken. \n\nEnjoy 20% off your meal\nHelp BBBS-ET provide more mentors to. youth in the Knoxville area\nBring your friends and family to learn more about mentorship!
URL:https://tennesseebig.org/event/giveback-night-with-guss-fried-chicken/
LOCATION:Gus’s Fried Chicken\, 3101 Sutherland Ave.\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Match & Family Engagement Events,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T203000
DTSTAMP:20250129T225708Z
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SUMMARY:Pint Night Hosted by Ebony & Ivory Brewing
DESCRIPTION:Ebony & Ivory Brewing will host a Pint Night on Friday\, February 21st\, from 5:30 – 8:30 pm to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee. Come experience the exceptional brews and learn more about mentorship at Knoxville’s first black-owned brewery. Enjoy local food trucks alongside your beverages: Tarik’s North African and Alkemy Food Lab. Ebony & Ivory is a family-friendly environment that welcomes all.
URL:https://tennesseebig.org/event/pint-night-hosted-by-ebony-ivory-brewing/
LOCATION:Ebony & Ivory Brewing\, 2300 N. Central St.\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Match & Family Engagement Events,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T193000
DTSTAMP:20250311T200249Z
CREATED:20250311T200214Z
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SUMMARY:Better Money Habits
DESCRIPTION:Bank of America will be hosting a “Better Money Habits” event for any guardians\, Bigs\, and our high school/college Littles! This event will feature a Bank of America representative sharing ways we could do better with our savings\, goal making\, and more! This is relevant to all\, and we hope you will join us! Bank of America will be providing food for all attendees as well. Please be sure to RSVP below.
URL:https://tennesseebig.org/event/256663/
LOCATION:Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee Knoxville Office\, 1100 Marion Street\, Suite #100\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37921\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Match & Family Engagement Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T193000
DTSTAMP:20250311T195248Z
CREATED:20250311T193516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T195248Z
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SUMMARY:March Madness Kick-Off
DESCRIPTION:Come join us to celebrate the kick off of the NCAA Basketball Tournament! There will be games\, activities\, and snacks. PLUS\, each group will have the opportunity to fill out a bracket. The most accurate Men’s & Women’s NCAA brackets by the end of the tournament will win a $20 gift card\, so there will be 2 winners! We will also have fun games to play if you want to hang out and socialize! This event is a drop-in style\, so feel free to come anytime between 5:30-7:30pm. Matches and Little’s families are both welcome to this event. Be sure to RSVP! \n 
URL:https://tennesseebig.org/event/march-madness-kick-off/
LOCATION:Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee Knoxville Office\, 1100 Marion Street\, Suite #100\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37921\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Match & Family Engagement Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T123000
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SUMMARY:March S.T.A.G.E. Club
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to some friends at Denark Construction\, matches have the opportunity to tour the new stadium in downtown Knoxville! This will be a behind-the-scenes tour before the first pitch and the public get to see this new facility in April! \nPizza will be provided for lunch afterward. Space is limited so be sure to RSVP!
URL:https://tennesseebig.org/event/march-s-t-a-g-e-club-2/
LOCATION:Covenant Health Park\, 601 E Jackson Avenue\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37915
CATEGORIES:S.T.A.G.E. Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T230000
DTSTAMP:20250311T201043Z
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SUMMARY:Founders Day Pancake Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Founders Day Pancake Breakfast as we celebrate 55 years of mentorship in East Tennessee with Big Brothers Big Sisters! Drop in on March 25th from 9–11 AM for a free\, delicious pancake breakfast and help us honor the impact of mentorship in our community. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or new to BBBS\, we’d love to see you there! \nPlease RSVP to Erin Mckee
URL:https://tennesseebig.org/event/founders-day-pancake-breakfast/
LOCATION:Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee Knoxville Office\, 1100 Marion Street\, Suite #100\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37921\, United States
CATEGORIES:Info Session
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SUMMARY:Sierra Club: Zoo Knoxville!
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 29th from 10am – whenever! Enjoy a free day at the zoo! The visit will start with a special zoo encounter provided by the Zoo Knoxville Education Team. After that\, matches are free to take in the various zoo exhibits at your own pace. Space is very limited\, so be sure to RSVP!
URL:https://tennesseebig.org/event/sierra-club-zoo-knoxville/
LOCATION:Zoo Knoxville\, 3500 Knoxville Zoo Dr.\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37914\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sierra Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T150000
DTSTAMP:20250403T123624Z
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SUMMARY:Sierra Club: Wildflower Walk at Norris Dam State Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a wildflower walk near Norris Dam. The River Bluff trail is 3 miles long and should be covered in many varieties of wild flowers. This is a natural trail and can be rocky in spots – good footwear is required! This is a very popular trail and should give us a nice wildflower showing. We will get a nice view of the dam and the scenic Clinch River from here. Please be sure to RSVP. \n*Directions will be sent to all who RSVP a few days before the event.
URL:https://tennesseebig.org/event/sierra-club-wildflower-walk-at-norris-dam-state-park/
LOCATION:River Bluff Trail
CATEGORIES:Sierra Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T213000
DTSTAMP:20250403T123708Z
CREATED:20250327T150418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T123708Z
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SUMMARY:The Play That Goes Wrong
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special partnership event with Clarence Brown Theatre for their upcoming performance of The Play That Goes Wrong on Wednesday\, April 16th! This performance is open to the public\, and through our “Pay What You Can” partnership\, you can reserve your tickets at a price that works for you. Best of all\, half of the proceeds from these tickets will benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee. Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy a great show while supporting a meaningful cause—reserve your spot today using the link provided!
URL:https://tennesseebig.org/event/the-play-that-goes-wrong/
LOCATION:Clarence Brown Theater\, 1714 Andy Holt Ave\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37916\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T120000
DTSTAMP:20250403T123318Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T123318Z
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SUMMARY:April S.T.A.G.E. Club
DESCRIPTION:Learn photography! Matches will learn how to use light\, take pictures of nature such as: birds\, butterflies\, lakes\, trees\, and whatever catches the eye! They can even learn how to take a headshot of each other (and their Big)! A professional camera will be offered to use for the day. The photos taken will be uploaded and shared with each Little. \nSpace is limited\, so be sure to RSVP.
URL:https://tennesseebig.org/event/april-s-t-a-g-e-club-2/
LOCATION:Seven Islands State Birding Park\, (2809 Kelly Lane\, Kodak\, TN\, 37764\, United States
CATEGORIES:S.T.A.G.E. Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T090000
DTSTAMP:20250327T145402Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Mentorship Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Presented by EdFinancial\, Big Brothers Big Sisters 2025 Mentorship Breakfast will highlight the impact BBBS has made throughout East Tennessee for 55 years. BBBS will be honoring Bob Kesling as their 2025 Hall of Fame Inductee. Come enjoy breakfast and celebrate 55 years of BIG moments! \nClick here to reserve your seat.
URL:https://tennesseebig.org/event/2025-mentorship-breakfast/
LOCATION:Bridgewater Place\, 205 Bridgewater Rd\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T120000
DTSTAMP:20250403T124210Z
CREATED:20250403T124210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T124210Z
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SUMMARY:Kickball With Curt & Friends!
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE & RSVP by 4/11!  \nLittles can participate in this kickball tournament led by former UT Football player\, CurtMaggitt. Kickball teams are coached by professional athletes & community leaders. This annual event is back on May 3rd\, 2025! Bigs and/or guardians can come watch this tournament; it is a joy to watch. Families and kids of all ages not participating in the kickball games can explore the Family Zone and Kid Zone! These areas will feature FREE valuable resources\, plus entertainment & educational activities! All attendees will also receive a free lunch! All genders between the ages of 9 and 15 can participate in the tournament. \n*Please allow guardians to fill out the RSVP form*
URL:https://tennesseebig.org/event/kickball-with-curt-friends/
LOCATION:University of Tennessee
CATEGORIES:Annual Match & Family Engagement Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T090000
DTSTAMP:20260331T195959Z
CREATED:20260331T195752Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Mentorship Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate mentorship. IT TAKES A VILLAGE \n\n\n\n\nStart your morning inspired and reminded of the power we all hold to change a life. \nThe 2026 Mentorship Breakfast – IT TAKES A VILLAGE is more than a meal—it’s a meaningful gathering of community leaders\, mentors\, advocates\, and supporters who believe that no young person succeeds alone. This uplifting breakfast will celebrate the impact of mentorship and highlight the collective role we all play in helping young people discover their potential. \nAttendees will hear powerful\, real-life stories from mentors and youth whose lives have been shaped by consistent support\, encouragement\, and guidance. You’ll learn how mentorship strengthens not only individuals\, but families\, schools\, and entire communities. Through moving testimonials and a shared sense of purpose\, this event will remind us that when a village comes together\, lasting change happens. \nWhether you are a longtime mentor\, a community partner\, a business leader\, or someone curious about how to get involved\, this breakfast offers: \n\nAn inspiring start to your day\nA deeper understanding of why mentorship matters\nA chance to connect with others who care about youth success\nAn opportunity to be part of a growing village committed to impact\n\nJoin us as we celebrate relationships that transform lives and reaffirm a simple but powerful truth: it takes a village to raise confident\, capable\, and resilient young people. \nCome hungry—not just for breakfast\, but for hope\, connection\, and purpose. \nClick here to save your seat!
URL:https://tennesseebig.org/event/2026-mentorship-breakfast/
LOCATION:Bridgewater Place\, 205 Bridgewater Rd\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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