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.
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 - Mary Varacalli, 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
 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.
Also note that Interest Group Convenors have been instructed to follow ALL ONTARIO COVID PUBLIC HEALTH guidelines when running their groups.
Check the Events page to see the scheduled Group activities.
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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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Outdoor “Any book” Book Club (OABBC)
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3rd Monday of the month at 6:30 pm
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FULL
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Meets in local parks, members’ homes or via Zoom. Waiting list available. Breaks for July/August
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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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Yes – 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
Waiting list available
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Any Book Club
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Last Wednesday of month
1-3 pm
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OPEN
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First meeting April 26 at Convenor’s home, thereafter members take turns or meet in the park in better weather
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| The Breakfast Club |
Various times/locations
Once a month
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OPEN |
Breakfast limited to 8 with a waiting list available |
Cycling
All levels |
Mondays 9 am
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OPEN |
Meet at the Community Centre Parking Lot |
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Euchre group
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Twice monthly on the
2nd and 4th Monday of month from 4-6 pm
Summer break after June 12 - resumes September 11
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OPEN
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Community Centre - Mori Room (cost of room to be shared - likely under $4/person)
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Golf
“Don’t laugh at me golf club!”
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4th Wednesday each month
2:30 pm
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OPEN
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Yes – June – Oct only
Garden City Golf Club (St. Catharines)
Maximum 3 year term
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| Pop up Golf |
Weekly
Various days & times
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OPEN |
Various pop up days/locations
Members contacted weekly via email
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| Knitting & Crochet |
2nd Tuesday of month from 1 to 4 pm |
OPEN |
Rotating at members’ homes
Summer break as of July
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Lunch Out - Lauren
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4th Wednesday
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OPEN
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Various Restaurants in NOTL and community
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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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Let's Go to the Movies
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Usually the first or second Monday of the month.
Summer break May through September
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OPEN
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St Catharines and Niagara Falls
Movie to be decided the week before.
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Walking
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Mondays and Wednesdays 9 am.
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OPEN
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Yes. Meet at the tennis courts by the pool on King Street. Just show up.
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| Walking with our furry friends |
Thursdays 9 am
Beginning June 8th
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OPEN |
All pets must be on leash
Meet at the tennis courts by the pool on King Street. Just show up.
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| Walking Weekends |
Saturdays and/or Sundays – Varies Weekly |
INACTIVE
Convenor needed
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Yes - Location TBD
Join the mailing list for locations and times.
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| Watercolour Wednesday |
Wednesday 3-5 pm |
OPEN |
Yes - by Zoom |
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