February - July 2025

Inspiring youth in Ventura County to be MINDFUL and active, while getting their move on!

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MOVE FOR KIDS’ SAKE Activities

MOVE FOR

KIDS’ SAKE

Activities

Suicide Prevention Training for Mentors and Parents

Tuesday, February 25th | 6pm | Virtual

Suicide is preventable, and everyone in the community has a role to play. Learn to identify signs of suicide risk & how to link individuals to help at a FREE, virtual one-hour Suicide Prevention Training developed by field professionals.

Mentors and Parents are encouraged to attend.

RSVP with your Match Support Specialist

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Social Media Zoom

Monday, March 3 | 4:30pm - 5:30pm | Virtual

BBSVC CEO Danica Selvaggio will facilitate a discussion for youth, mentors, and parents/guardians on how we can maintain safety, boundaries, and respect in an increasingly digital world.

Recommended for middle and high school students.

RSVP here

Fishing & Mindfulness

Saturday, March 15th | 8:30am - 11:30am

550 Surfside Dr. Port Hueneme

Beginners and pros will see all the outdoors has to offer. Our participants will decorate their own walking sticks for the trail ahead. It’s a day to experience stunning rock formations, natural plant life, and vast landscapes. Wear your tennis shoes.

RSVP with your Match Support Specialist

Big Impact Games

Saturday, March 22 | 10am - 2pm

Redline Athletics - 5120 Ralston St, Ventura

Ready for a day of fun and friendly competition?

The Big Impact Games is your chance to team up with friends and tackle exciting challenges, from obstacle courses to brain teasers, all while building new connections and having a blast! Plus, local mentors will be there to participate alongside you and cheer you on throughout the day.

Bring your energy and get ready for a day of fun and community! Lunch will be provided.

Youth ages 10-17 are invited to join in on the fun!

RSVP to your Match Support Specialist.

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Big Ambassadors Financial Literacy

March 21st, 6:30pm

BBSVC Ventura Youth Room - 3301 E Main St. (2nd floor)

Join our Financial Literacy session to learn the basics of budgeting and building a healthy financial future. Whether you're new to managing money or looking to improve your habits, this session will give you the tools to take control of your finances.

For more info, contact Edgar,

at [email protected] or 805-910-8057 to RSVP

The Big Hike

Saturday April 12th | 10am - 1pm

Corriganville, 7001 Smith Rd, Simi Valley, CA 93063

Beginners and pros will see all the outdoors has to offer. Our participants will decorate their own walking sticks for the trail ahead. It’s a day to experience stunning rock formations, natural plant life, and vast landscapes. Wear your tennis shoes!

RSVP with your Match Support Specialist

Aikido

Tuesday, May 6 | 4:30pm -5:30 pm
BBSVC Ventura Youth Room - 3301 E Main St. (2nd floor)

Littles and Bigs are invited to join an introductory Aikido class, hosted by Ventura Aikido. Aikido, a modern Japanese martial art, is often described as "the way of unifying with life energy." Come dressed in comfortable or athletic clothing.

RSVP with your Match Support Specialist

Big Summer Day

Saturday, June 21 | 11am - 2pm
Bob Kildee Community Park, 1030 Temple Ave. Camarillo

A great gathering in the park to bring together matches, families, and staff for a fun kick off to the Summer. The biggest match activity of the year! Come enjoy games, activities, a BBQ lunch, and an ice cream treat courtesy of Mister Softee.

RSVP with your Match Support Specialist

Brush & Floss Like a Pro!

Our friendly dentist from Children's Dental FunZone teacesh kids the secrets to a sparkling smile! In this first video, you'll learn all about your teeth and what they do, with some fun and cool facts along the way!

Stay tuned for a second video coming soon, where we'll show you the best ways to care for them, so you can keep that sparkling smile shining bright!

COMING SOON

Cooking Instruction

Date/Time/location TBD

We’re planning some Big Outdoor Educational plans this late Spring. including in person cooking instructions. Our Upcoming host will be providing their kitchen for this experience.