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April 2020

January 2021

Dear Big,

As we enter the new year we are thrilled to have you as a Big in our program! During these next few chilly months as we continue our in-person programming, we hope that these activity ideas (both virtual and in-person) can inspire some fun adventures with you and your Little! We appreciate you taking the time to stay connected with your Little whether it's been through letters, care packages, Zoom calls, online gaming, or spending time together in-person. We hope these activities get you and your Little excited about connecting with each other and about all that a New England winter has to offer!

Warm Wishes,
The Community Team

Virtual Activities

 Play a game over video call!

Want a new way to have fun with your Little over video call? Try this scattergories game! You two can see who can come up with answers the fastest! Plus, it's a super easy and fun way to get a conversation going.

 

Worcester Public Library Resources

Looking for free, virtual events for you and your Little? Check out the Worcester Public Library's calendar of events here

In-Person Activities

In-Person (and virtual) Activity Ideas

As matches continue meeting in-person during these colder months, it might feel overwhelming knowing which activities are encouraged and which are not allowed.

Find the updated BBBSCMMW list of approved activities for Bigs and Littles here.

 
 

Acton Discovery Museum

On a cold day you and your Little can spend time safely indoors at the Discovery Museum in Acton! They are taking the necessary safety precautions to ensure social distancing and have a limit to the number of people allowed in the building at once. To read about all of the safety measures and make a reservation, click here. Best part? If you have your Big ID you will get a discount when visiting the museum! 

Fruitlands Museum

Enjoy some time in the outdoors with hiking, snowshoeing, sledding, or cross country skiing at the Fruitlands museum in Harvard, MA. More information here.

MYSTEAM Activities

Snowy Slime at Tower Hill

Learn about the water cycle and make slime with your Little on January 9th. Sign up here.

Recipe of the Month

RECIPE: Hot Chocolate

Are you and your Little spending all of your time together outdoors to ensure social distancing? If yes, maybe before your next outdoor adventure you can make some hot chocolate to keep you both warm!

For fun variations to try, click here.

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Resources

Has your Little come out to you as queer or trans? Find resources to best support them here

Looking to talk with your Little about race and the Black Lives Matter movement? Here are some great resources and a helpful video with advice for talking to children about race. 

For a few free, online workshops to help you best support your Little, click here.

Contact Us

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Mass & MetroWest
484 Main St. Suite 360
Worcester, Massachusetts 01608

  • Program Coordinator (Worcester): Robyn Lilly - 508-752-7868 Ext. 21
  • Regional Program Director (MetroWest): Courtney Evans - 508-871-6401
  • Regional Program Director (Worcester): Katie Roy - 508-752-7868 Ext. 15  
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