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July 2012 - Hernando & Citrus
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Big Brother William Baker and Little Brother Vincent 
Big Brother William Baker and Little Brother Vincent have been matched since 2009. This match enjoys many things, including spending time golfing, going to the movies, and cheering on the New York Yankees baseball team.
Little Brother Vincent has made numerous improvements since matched with Big Brother William. Vincent's self confidence has elevated, he is focused on his future and academic performance, and is respectful towards others. When asking Big Brother William and Little Brother Vincent what they liked most about one another, Vincent undoubtedly responded, "I like William because he is caring and supportive. I probably could not have asked for a better mentor." William stated, "I taught Little Brother Vincent how to play golf and drive the golf carts."
Over the years, Little Brother Vincent has received a vast number of awards throughout the ROTC for his excellent conduct, orientating an outdoor training course, and recruiting potential Bigs and Littles. William respects Vincent for his motivation and determination towards a successful future.
Share your match moments with your Match Manager. You never know, your story could inspire others just like William and Vincent.
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| Agency Information & Events | |
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Register Today!
Companies for Kids Golf Invitational
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Registration Starts-11:00am; Shotgun Start-1:00PM
Innisbrook Golf & Country Club
Copperhead & Island Courses 36750 US Highway 19 N
Join Big Brothers Big Sisters on October 2, 2012 for the inaugural Companies for Kids Invitational Golf Classic! Please come out and support the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters, encouraging children's potential through one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever. The vision of the Companies for Kids Invitational event is to form corporate alliances with Big Brothers Big Sisters and the local business community. Together, we host an elite corporate event focused on raising significant funds for children facing adversity in our community.
This will be our agencies only major golf tournament for this year, so don't miss out. Online registration is now open! Please click here to register. Please click here for the sponsor sheet. For more information on how you can participate as a sponsor or player, please contact Emalou Dublo at 727-518-8860 ext. 232 or EmalouD@bbbspc.org
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Frequently Asked Question
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Why is it a good idea to have an alternative emergency contact number (other than the parent/guardian's) during outings?
On the rare occasion an emergency should occur and you are unable to reach the parent/guardian, you should always have an alternative number who will be able to help reach the parent/guardian during an emergency situation. This may include taking your Little home, meeting up with the contact person, going to the emergency contact's home, taking your Little to the hospital, or calling 911. It's always a good idea to periodically discuss an emergency plan with the parent.
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| Tickets Available for Matches |
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Before requesting tickets:
- All requests for tickets must be placed through the online RSVP link provided in this email.
- All tickets are given on a first come, first serve basis.
- Please confirm your Little's eligibility before requesting tickets online.
- Tickets provided through BBBS are for Bigs and Littles only, unless otherwise noted.
- Out of courtesy to other matches, please only reserve tickets to one event where we have a very limited quantity of tickets available.
- **Important! You must enter your Little's name and other Big's name if part of a Big Couple when reserving tickets (click blue "ADD" button below your info). If you do not enter each person's name, you will only be reserving one ticket.**
All tickets must be picked up at one of the following locations, unless otherwise noted (*if you need tickets to be mailed, please feel free to send us self-addressed, stamped envelopes - please email our ticket contact listed on your confirmation to let us know):
- Big Brothers Big Sisters: 918 West Bay Dr., Largo FL 33770 (Mon.-Thurs. 9am - 6pm, Fri. 9am - 4pm)
- Gold's Gym: 203 38th Ave. N, St. Pete (Open 24hrs from 5am Mon - 9pm Fri, Sat 8am - 7pm, Sun 8am- 5pm)
After requesting tickets online:
- Allow 1 full business day to process ticket requests (Monday-Thursday). If you select to pick up tickets at Gold's Gym, please note that we need 1 full business day (excluding weekends) from the time your tickets are processed to transport them from our office to Gold's.
- **Wait for email confirmation that your tickets are ready to be picked up. We have volunteers helping to fill ticket requests, so if you do not receive an email stating that your tickets are ready, our staff in the office will not be able to assist you with locating tickets.
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Tampa Bay Rays
Tropicana Field
1 Tropicana Drive
St. Petersburg, FL 33705
Thanks to a generous donation from the Tampa Bay Rays, we have 50 tickets for our matches to enjoy the following games:
To reserve tickets, please click on the date above.
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| Activities in Our Community |
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In an effort to streamline Match Flash, many recurring events have been moved to our website. Be sure to visit the "Bigs Only" section of our website to view recurring community events that you and your Little can take part in. Please click on the links below to view the information most helpful to your match:
Match Activity Ideas - organized by age group
Big Perks - coupons and deals for local activities
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Free Bowling 4 Kids
Manatee Lanes
7715 W. Gulf-to-Lake Hwy.
Crystal River, FL
All children 16 yrs. and younger are eligible for two free games of bowling - every day - all summer long!
*** Be sure to check into our FAMILY FUN SAVER for two free games of bowling - every day - for everyone in your family! ***
Click here to sign up for "Free bowling 4 Kids"
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BBBS Match Events (Events listed are coordinated by Big Brothers Big Sisters - staff will be present)
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Thursday, August 9th
Back to School Event
6:00pm-8:00pm
Ernie Wever Park
19473 Youth Drive
Brooksville, FL 34601
Pavillion # 2
Come enjoy games, crafts and a great opportunity to meet and interact with other Bigs and their Littles as we celebrate the last few weeks of summer and the start of a new school year!
We will provide each Little in attendance with a back pack and school supplies to prepare them for the start of school. Your match manager may even be present to say hello and to join in on the fun. Pizza will be served! Space is limited! Registration will close when full or on Thursday, August 2nd. Click here to register |
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Saturday, July 7
Uncle Sam Scallop Jam & Road Rally
Downtown Crystal River
Come out for food, fun and more in downtown Crystal River at the Uncle Sam Scallop
Jam & Road Rally. For more information and an up-to-date schedule of events visit www.scallopjam.com.
Saturday, July 14
"Madagascar" rated (PG) movie
Lecanto Community Park
3505 W. Educational Path
Lecanto, FL 34461
The PG-rated movie begins at dusk. Bring the whole family out to enjoy the fun and free event. Popcorn will be provided: bring blankets or chairs for seating. For more information, contact (352) 527-7540.
Citrus Summer showdown
8:00 am
1700 Forest Dr.
Inverness, FL 34453
3 mile race through Whispering Pines Park
Saturday, July 28
Market Day with Art & Treasures - Crystal River
9:00 am
657 N. Citrus Ave.
Crystal River, FL
Local Produce, Plants, Pantry, Artistic Talent & Vintage Collectibles on the 2nd
Saturday of each month. On the Grounds of Heritage Village. For more information, contact (352) 564-1400 or visit www.theshoppesofheritagevillage.com.
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1 Year
Mike Cunneen & David
2 Years
Dean Barnes & Phillip
4 Years
Debra and Bill Koenig & Ryan
6 Years
Michael Maurer & Sean
9 Years
Jacqueline Young & Dakotah
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| Become a BIG Partner with BBBS! |
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Make BBBS Your Charity of Choice!
Are you involved with an organization who is planning an event or fundraiser? Do you have, or know of a business who would like to give back to the community? Big Brothers Big Sisters serving Pinellas, Hernando and Citrus Counties is looking for local organizations to participate in our Charity of Choice program!
A couple of ideas on how to become a Charity of Choice partner would be to have a special day at your place of business where a % of the proceeds benefit our agency, or to hold a special event for a group, where part of the the entry fees or food and beverage sales benefit our local children served by Big Brothers Big Sisters.
To participate, all event planning would be the sole responsibility of the organization that chooses us as their Charity of Choice. Due to a very limited staff, our agency cannot participate in actual event planning, but could potentially send a representative on the day of the event. To help promote the event, our agency would be happy to communicate details of your event to our constituents through email newsletters and social media, as appropriate.
Big Perks
Thanks to our supportive community partners, we are able to offer our Bigs and Littles great discounts for local businesses and activities. This is a great way for our Littles to experience activities that they would normally not be able to do. We need your help to expand our offerings! To view a complete list of our Big Perks, visit:www.bbbspc.org/bigperks
If you have a Charity of Choice idea or suggestion or would like to offer our matches a Big Perk, please contact Christine Battista, Marketing & Communications Coordinator: 727-518-8860 ext 231, or ChristineB@bbbspc.org
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