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Words, Books, and Mind Work

Book lovers have multiple opportunities to join a group (see calendar for days and times). Books are selected by the group which meets once a month in members’ homes to discuss.

Fans of the genre meet to discuss the featured “who dun-it” and elegant, thought-provoking page-turners. Books are selected by the group which meets once a month in members’ homes. 

We use the Mantra Moves journal to aid in declaring our desires, revealing our dreams and uncovering our best lives through thoughtful meditation, writing, inspirational quotes, books, guest lecturers, and yoga retreats. We meet on the first Tuesday of the month.

Ladies are part of a group that meets regularly so they have time to write.  It can be creative stories, poetry, or whatever.  Others may provide constructive feedback or no feedback if preferred.  The group is flexible and always enjoyable and supportive.

All levels of expertise are welcome, from novice to advanced. If you are new to jewelry making, we will send you a list of tools you will need; all supplies can be purchased at Michael's. We meet monthly at a residence in Oakmont.

Bring your knitting, crocheting, embroidery, or any stitching project you enjoy.  Join fellow stitchers for a time of creativity, conversation, and fun.  We meet on the second Friday of each month from 10:30am - 12:00pm.  All types of needlework are welcome.

Join friends for rounds of bridge and lunch. We meet on 3rd Fridays. Venues change, but we generally order from the menu and pay with separate checks. We have two tables for the first who sign up.        

Among our most popular groups, Game Group meet in members’ homes for an afternoon of board, card or other games, selected by your hostess. It’s a great way for new members to get acquainted.

The more serious of the two, this version follows the published cards issued by the American Mah Jongg League and players must strategize their path to the win. There are multiple groups, so check the calendar and contact the P.O.C.

Learn this fascinating game in a comfortable setting. Our member-hostesses open their homes for an engrossing afternoon of tiles and chatter. There are multiple groups, so check the calendar and contact the P.O.C.

Discover this intriguing card game that was born in Uruguay.  We meet on the 2nd Monday of every month and play Canasta -- a fast-moving game that combines elements of bridge and rummy. We meet at a different club member's home and have fun!

The easiest way to make friends is through activities performed together. If you are looking for a way to help by improving your community, Newcomers and Friends finds projects in the Sonoma County that are in need of our services — helping out in a store or food pantry, collecting donations of goods, and raising funds. We strive to volunteer every other month — we generally try for the last Friday of the month, but on occasion we need to work around a special service project. Let’s help our community be a better and safer place for all of us. 

Rise and shine! We meet on the second Monday of every month at 9:00 am.  Locations  are varied, so contact the P.O.C to find out where we are this month. We would love to welcome new breakfasters. A word of advice: bring cash to make accounting easy!

We meet at 10 am on the last Saturday of each month, at Su Casa Mexican Restaurant (Santa Rosa), which has a large breakfast menu!  We have fun eating breakfast together, meeting new people, and making new friends.  (Limited to 12 people who must RSVP in advance.)

Plan a bit of mid-day socialization at one of our area's favorite lunch spots. The venues are ever-changing, but the group is always limited to 12, so be sure to sign up early.

A chance to enjoy the serenity and dazzling scenery at the Santa Rosa Polo Club with a relaxed patio lunch overlooking the field. We usually plan 3-4 outings a year; dates are fluid so check the newsletter or contact the P.O.C.

Join other amateur oenophiles on third Tuesdays for camaraderie and wine tasting at some of the most beautiful wine venues in California...maybe the   world!  Attendance is limited each month, so sign up early. 

First Friday continues to be a hit. Our purpose is to get to know other Newcomers in informal surroundings. It's a great way for those just joining to get to know some longtime members. We operate on "one check per table" so bring cash to make things easy. Venues change and our limit is 25 members; contact the P.O.C for details.

The Dining In Group is a gathering of three couples for dinner in a member’s home. Everyone takes a part in sharing the dinner and brings their favorite beverage. We have summer and fall exchanges so participants change.  A lot of fun and lots of tasty dishes!

Bring a finger food and beverage of your choice and be ready for an afternoon of casual chatter and camaraderie.  We gather in a member's home for two hours once a month, usually on Fridays.  It's a great way to kick off the weekend and meet new friends!

Open to anyone: coupled or single. It’s always dinner at 6:00 with changing venues, varied cuisines and a good mix price-wise. It’s a great opportunity to try new places and experience some of our county’s nicer venues in the company of friends.

The Singles Dining-In is a gathering of friends who want to get together with other Newcomers gals and share a nice meal and casual conversation.  Dinners rotate among members' homes. The hostess prepares the main course, while others in the group take care of the appetizers, sides, and desserts.

Catch a flick with friends at a local theatre in Santa Rosa. We meet once a month and try to choose a comedy or drama that will have wide appeal. Afterwards we walk over to a local eatery for happy hour to discuss the movie. Time and title are announced a week ahead. If you are interested in being on the notification list, please contact the P.O.C.

We will be going to different venues to see plays, concerts or most anything that sounds interesting —most often a matinee scheduled on the weekend. Members get their own ticket(s) and RSVP to the P.O.C. Dinner afterwards is always an option!  Get on the notification list by contacting the P.O.C. (see calendar).

An ever-changing itinerary to explore intriguing businesses, seasonal sites and cultural treasures in this place we call home.  Costs and transportation options are varied. Most Out & Abouts are on the 4th Wednesday of the month. Check the newsletter and calendar for details.