OCTOBER 2019 Hi Big Sister,We have several fun activities taking place in October below! Make sure to check each event website directly for the most up-to-date times and locations. If you have questions or need additional activity ideas, please connect with your Match Support Specialist and they will be able to assist you. Follow our Facebook page for news, other activity ideas and ticket opportunities. Have a great month with your Little Sister! All the best, Amanda and the Big Sister Boston Match Support team Note: All activities on this calendar are free unless otherwise listed. In case you missed it!Join Big Sister at our Annual Halloween Party!When: Sunday, October 6th 11:00AM-2:00PM Where: Boston Nature Center (500 Walk Hill Street Mattapan, MA 02126) See link below for more details and to register Looking for something to do this weekend?BNC's Annual Rockin' with Raptors Family EventSaturday, September 28th | 1:00 PM - 4:00 | Mattapan | All Ages Join Boston Nature Center for their annual Rockin' with Raptors festival and the 17th Anniversary of the George Robert White Environmental Conservation Center in Mattapan. Find more information here HATCH: Intro to 3D Modeling for KidsSaturday, October 5th | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Watertown | Ages 8-13 Have you ever wanted to make a piece of high-tech jewelry or a model spaceship or just learn how to make something using a 3D printer? This workshop is designed specifically to make it easier for kids, ages 8-13, to get into 3D printing. You will learn how to make a 3D model using 3D CAD, with an overview of how to use a 3D printer to make your designs into physical objects. Find more information and register: here Magic the Gathering for KidsWednesday, October 6th| 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Dedham | All Ages Learn to play Magic: The Gathering at the Dedham Public Library! Bring your imagination as we teach you how to play the most popular game in North America. Starter decks will be provided for all new players! Or bring your own decks! As they learn how the game works a casual tournament will follow for those interested. Find more information and register: here 6th Annual Pumpkin FloatFriday, October 18th | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Boston | All Ages Join the 6th Annual Pumpkin Float at Frog Pond featuring floating pumpkins, luminaries and fun family activities. Refreshments, music and child-focused activities will make this a frightfully-fun way to celebrate Halloween! Find more information and register: here Kid Convention 2019Saturday, October 19th | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM | Boston | All Ages Kid Convention is a day of fun and engaging hands-on activities for children and families where youngsters learn about the legislative process, government, and the importance of making their voices heard. Find more information and register: here Boston Book FestivalSaturday, October 19th and Sunday, October 20th | Various Times and Locations | All Ages Celebrating the power of words to stimulate, agitate, unite, delight, Explore the website and keep an eye out for the schedule here MICE 2019: Massachusetts Independent Comics ExpoSaturday, October 19th and Sunday, October 20th | Various Times| Cambridge| All Ages MICE puts a focus on the art of making comics. They connect local creators with local audience. They also run a number of workshops for children and adults, as well as panel discussions on the craft and relevance of the comics form. MICE is for anyone who wants to discover new comics, learn more about the medium of comics, or is interested in making their own Sunday is Kids Day, featuring workshops for the young cartoonist. Explore the website and schedule here Everett Community Art WalkMonth of October | Various Times and Locations | All Ages The Everett Community Art Walk is a temporary art exhibit which will be on display throughout local businesses across Everett. This exhibit will be free and open to the public, and suitable for all ages. Find more information here TransportationYouSaturday, October 26th | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Cambridge | Girls Ages 8-18 The event, open to girls ages 8-18, offers hands-on workshops to introduce participants to a wide variety of transportation careers. There will also be an ice cream social, opening and closing remarks by industry professionals, and mini-activity tables between workshops. See the flyer linked on this page for more information! Pumpkin Palooza 2019Saturday, October 26th and Sunday, October 27th | 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM | Lawn on D | All Ages Join the Lawn on D's Pumpkin Palooza for Halloween-themed activities for all ages, live music, and more! Keep an eye out on their website here for more information 9th Annual Dia de los MuertosSaturday, October 26th | 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Somerville | All Ages Enjoy food, drink and music at this 9th Annual Block Party! Find more information here Did You Know? Your company might make a donation to Big Sister for the time you and your Little Sister spend together. Volunteer grant programs double the impact you are making! If you know your company has a volunteer grant program email Amanda at abowen@bigsister.org. Activity of the Month SLIME Witches Brew Fluffy Slime (Link to the instructions) What you'll need:
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