INTEREST GROUPS
Joining an interest group is a wonderful way to get to meet new people. We have a variety groups including book clubs, art classes, walking, cycling, and lunching out. Some groups meet on Zoom, but most are in person.
Once you become a club member you will have access to the list of groups and their conveners thought the Website Members Only section. You then are able to find out more about the group by contacting the convener. You can join more than one group. You can access the convenors list in "Group Contacts" on the Members Login page
We encourage the creation of new groups to accommodate interested members however all groups must have a volunteer group convener in order to get established.
Please contact the Director of Interest Groups - Anne Halloran, if you have an idea to share. We would be happy to hear from you and answer any questions you may have. Contact the Director of Interest Groups
Happy Spring!
This past winter was a very busy time for our Newcomers interest groups….We were reading, playing Euchre, Canasta & Mah Jongg, walking, getting together for $5 burgers at the Prince of Wales, knitting, crocheting & doing needlework, having lunch at the Queenston Mile Vineyard, wine tasting at Bella Terra… As you can see there were lots of fun things happening for Newcomers members & there will be lots of new & fun activities for the spring!
THANKS to all the convenors who volunteer their time to make these events happen!
 We ask that all members be 'Scent Free' and refrain from wearing scented products when attending NOTL Newcomers Events. People with a sensitivity to scents can experience severe reactions to these products. Please help everyone enjoy a safe experience at NOTL Newcomers by adhering to this request.
REMINDER
We ask that all group members please think of others & STAY HOME from events and activities if you are not feeling well or coughing. Thanks!
Please remember that groups & their activities are restricted to current members of Newcomers. Friends outside of Newcomers are not able to attend.
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Interest Group
(click on the name for further information)
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Meeting times
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Full or open
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Notes
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“Any book” Book Club (ABBC)
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3rd Monday of the month at 6:30 pm
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FULL
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Meets at Convenor's home.
Waiting List
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All the Single Ladies
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Varies - mostly weekends |
OPEN
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For single women
Dinners, etc. in various locations in NOTL
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Artsy Crafters
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Every month from February through May there will be a different creative project, either an art project or an artisan craft. |
OPEN
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To register to become a member of the Artsy Crafters group please contact the convenor by email. You must become a group member first to sign up for a project. |
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Book Club One
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1st Monday of the month 2 pm
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FULL
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Location varies monthly
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Book Club Two
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2nd Tuesday of the month
2 - 4 pm
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FULL
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Rotating locations, in member homes
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"Not Your Mother's Book Club"
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Last Wednesday of month
1-3 pm
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FULL
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Rotating locations, in member homes
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| Turn the Page with Tapas Book Club |
Second Thursday of the month. 4-6 pm
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FULL
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The Old Winery
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| The Breakfast Club |
Various times/locations
Once a month
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FULL |
Breakfast limited to 8 with a waiting list available |
| Crazy for Canasta |
First and Third Tuesday of the month
2 - 4 pm
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OPEN |
Community Centre - Penner Room
Instruction Available
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Cycling
All levels |
Monday @ 9 am
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OPEN |
Community Centre to the Riverbrink
Museum and back, with a stop at Walker’s for a break and a chance to socialize. |
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Euchre group
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Second and Fourth Monday of the month
2-4 pm
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OPEN
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Penner Room, Community Centre
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Golf
“Please don’t laugh at me golf club!”
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Last Wednesday monthly 2 pm
Starting May 28
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OPEN
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Garden City Golf Course
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| Great Grape Ladies |
Once or twice a month on Wednesday or Thursday
2-4 pm
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OPEN |
Monthly outing to a local winery for wine
tasting. No wait list but some commitment is encouraged |
| Knitting & Crochet |
2nd Tuesday of month from 1 to 3 pm
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OPEN |
At the library
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Lunch Ladies - Sue
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3rd Thursday - Noon
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OPEN
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Various Restaurants in NOTL and community
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Mahjong Monday
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Twice per month
First and third Monday of the month
2 - 4 pm
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OPEN
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For new and intermediate players familiar with game play.
Penner Room at Community Centre
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Walking
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Mondays and Wednesdays 9 am.
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OPEN
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Meet at the tennis courts by the pool on King Street. Just show up.
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| Watercolour Wednesday |
Wednesday 3-5 pm
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OPEN |
by Zoom |
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