Sisters “See What You Can Be” with Acclaimed Tween-Author Liz Suneby

Nationally recognized “tween” author Liz Suneby joined Big Sisters and Little Sisters in a two part workshop hosted by Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters and funded by a grant from the Boston Jewish Community Women’s Fund. Suneby is the author of the acclaimed book published by American Girl, “See What You Can Be” a book aimed at girls exploring careers and goals.

Big Sisters were invited to the first workshop exclusively tailored to them in early January. Suneby explained how to use her book, with girls ages eight to twelve, which included determining what “type” of girl they were “hands on girl,” “big thinker,”  or “shaker-upper.” Many Big Sisters commented how fun the event was and that it would have been helpful to them earlier in their own lives.

In late February, Big Sisters were invited to bring their Little Sisters to a second workshop aimed at helping the girls discover careers that could be of interest to them. The workshop began with a panel of women who shared with the group how their interests and experience led to their current jobs.

Big Sister Jen, a high school guidance counselor in East Boston spoke about her education and career path that lead to her current position.  Linda, a Big Sister in the community program shared how she transitioned from paralegal to her dream of being a lawyer. Dog Trainer Martha shared her experiences as a Dog Trainer and shared how she was able to follow her love of animals into a career that she loved.  

Following the panel, “Bigs” and “Littles” enjoyed working through the activities in “See What You Can Be” including using an old fashioned paper fortune teller to help them discover new interests and possible careers. The event ended with a pizza party and many Little Sisters asking how they could enroll in dog obedience school!

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Bigs and Littles “Strike” Fun at Annual Bowling Event!

Over 60 Big Brothers and Big Sisters shared a day of spares, strikes and fun at the annual JBBBS bowling event held at Sacco Lanes in February. Below find photos from this great event!

Smile for the Camera!

Big Sister and Little Sister take a break from the lanes

A long time JBBBS match takes a break to pose for the camera

Brothers with the same name smile between games!

A smiling Big Sister and Little Sister enjoy bowling at Sacco Lanes

Little Brother L shows Big Brother E how to candle pin bowl

Ready Set Bowl! Each year this Big Sister and Little Sister maked themed shirts for the event!

Bowling Brings Out the Best in JBBBS Matches

Big Sister F and Little Sister H take a snack break to refuel before hitting the lanes again