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ABOUT US

Welcome

Newcomers & Neighbors of Winston-Salem, Inc. was organized for the purposes subsequent to section 501(c)(7), a nonprofit social club, to promote friendship among women in the greater Winston-Salem area, encourage social interaction, and offer opportunities to become familiar with the area. We schedule social events, provide charitable services, offer programs of local cultural and educational interest, and encourage participation in a variety of activites.

February General Meeting

  

Tuesday, February 25

Time: 10:00 am

Program: Chinese New Year

Speaker: Eileen Lynch

Location: Trinity Presbyterian Church, 1416 Bolton St., W-S, NC 27103 (Just off Silas Creek Parkway via the Bolton Street exit)

Chinese New Year 2025: Based on the lunar calendar, every year is connected to one of the 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac. 2025 is the Year of the Wooden Snake. This is a time for family reunions, special food, music, and celebrations that last for several days. It is also a time to honor ancestors and share good wishes for the new year. 


January General Meeting

   Tuesday, January 28

 Time: 10:00 AM 

Program: Family Services of Forsyth County

 Speaker: Rebecca (Becca) Essick, Campaign Coordinator

 Location: Trinity Presbyterian Church, 1416 Bolton St., W-S, NC 27103 (Just off Silas Creek Parkway via the Bolton Street exit)

 Family Services is a nonprofit organization serving Forsyth County (NC) by providing professional services and participating in partnerships that foster the development of children, advance the safety, security and success of families and individuals, and help build a sustainable community.   


December General Meeting

   The December General Meeting was replaced by the Annual Holiday Party allowing members an opportunity to share good food and much fun with great friends.



November General Meeting

   Tuesday, November 26, 2024, 10:00 AM

Location: Trinity Presbyterian Church, 1416 Bolton St., W-S, NC 27103

(Just off Silas Creek Parkway via Bolton Street Exit)

General Meeting: 10:00 - 10:30 AM         

Program: Games and Groups 10:40 - 11:30 AM

          

Back by Popular Demand


The November program will be a Newcomers and Neighbors Games Day.  N & N club games such as Rummikub, Mahjong, and Canasta will be available to try, as well as Mexican Train and others.  If you have a game that you like to play, feel free to bring it.  Not interested in games?  A social area will be set up for all to enjoy getting to know other members.  It is sure to be a fun gathering.



October General Meeting

   Tuesday, October 22, 2024, 10:00 AM

           Program: Piedmont Craftsmen

               Speaker: Jane Doub, President & CEO


At its beginning, Piedmont Craftsmen created the guidelines for a juried exhibiting

artist membership, educated the public to fine crafts, and offered an annual Craftsmen’s Fair and a Gallery/shop to meet the mission of promoting and selling members’ works. To this day, the organization continues to be the preeminent crafts guild locally, arguably in the southeast United States, and one of the oldest established arts organizations in Winston-Salem.


Piedmont Craftsmen has attracted artisans from across the United States who are

masters of their craft, producing work that is distinctive and innovative. The

gallery/shop is located in the heart of Winston-Salem’s Art District and the annual

Craftsmen’s Fair is held at the Benton Convention Center. For more information, visit

the website at www.piedmontcraftsmen.org.



Activities

DAY TRIPS

BREAKFAST CLUB

DAY TRIPS

      

This group meets every other month to embark on exciting adventures in and around Winston-Salem. Aside from experiencing the day's events, the women enjoy a leisurely lunch.

  

 

No Day Trips Scheduled for February

Stay tuned for upcoming events later in 2025!




If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to send an email to wsnewcomers@gmail.com.




BOOK CHAT

BREAKFAST CLUB

DAY TRIPS

Come and join Book Chat, a friendly get-together for women. Whether 

you want to share a book you've 

read or simply make new friends, you're invited! Our atmosphere is laid-back, and there's no need to have read anything specific. So, 

bring along your favorite book recommendation or just drop by 

for a chat with some lovely people. 

Feel free to bring books that you'd like to give away to someone 

in the group.


Friday, January 10, 2025

10:00 AM

Clemmons Library Conference Room

6365 James Street, Clemmons, NC 27102


RSVP by Wednesday, January 8 to Phyllis W


Please join us, even if you haven't read a book.  We have a wonderful time talking and socializing.


Book Chat latest recommendations: 


Perfect Match (by Jodi Picoult)

Four Winds

Ordinary Grace

Liar, Temptress, Soldier, Spy

And Then There Were None

Heaven and Earth Grocery Store

The Summer Before the War

Orphan Train

The Madonnas of Leningrad

The Middlesteins

For One More Day

These High Green Hills

A Higher Call

My Favorite Terrible Thing

West with Giraffes

 

Questions: email us at wsnewcomer@gmail.com

BREAKFAST CLUB

BREAKFAST CLUB

DIG IT! GARDEN GROUP

Start your Wednesday mornings with a monthly breakfast outing. Join our breakfast club and enjoy a delicious meal at a local restaurant.


The next event is scheduled for 

January 8, 2025

10:00 AM

(Note time change)

 at IHOP

1295 Silas Creek Pkwy., Winston-Salem


Please contact Joann by

 Monday, January 6, 2025,

to confirm your attendance.



Questions or Suggestions: email us at wsnewcomers@gmail.com 





  

DIG IT! GARDEN GROUP

DIG IT! GARDEN GROUP

  If you have a passion for plants you've come to the right place! Our group covers everything from houseplants and succulents to herbs, annuals, perennials, fruits, veggies, shrubs, and trees. Whether you're an experienced gardener with a green thumb or a beginner looking to learn more about how to keep your plants healthy and thriving, we welcome you to join us. Let's share our knowledge and help each other grow!

    

**Save the Date**

Wednesday, March 12, 2025

10:00 AM


Please plan to bring any books you have that address North Carolina plants.  We will be planning a small portion of a flower bed.  It would be helpful to have some books to peruse.



Questions or Suggestions: wsnewcomers@gmail.com

CARDS


Canasta (with friends) is the name of the game in this group. The card players meet twice a month at 2:00 PM to play. 

 

The next games:


February 13, 2025

at 1:00 PM

 (Note time change)


Please be sure to RSVP to 

Penny before those dates. 

There is a limit of ten players.



 If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to send an email to wsnewcomers@gmail.com.

C0MMUNITY SERVICE

  

During the 2024 holiday season, we donated gift cards to Family Services of Forsyth County. Family Services works to help children, families and individuals make positive, lasting changes in their lives; strengthen families; build a healthier, more stable community; and build a better future for all of us.


Please stay tuned for future community service opportunities in 2025.


Questions or Suggestions: wsnewcomers@gmail.com 




DINNER OUT (Two or Three times yearly)

DINNER OUT (Two or Three times yearly)

Women, Dinner Out, Local Restaurant, Newcomers, Meeting Friends



Dinner Out is an event where we may also invite a guest to join us at one of the various restaurants 

in our city.


Stay tuned for a future event in February 2025!


Questions: wsnewcomers@gmail.com 


SOCIAL MAHJONG & RUMMIKUB

DINNER OUT (Two or Three times yearly)

Women, Day Time, Mahjong, Snacks, Talking, and Laughing

  Join a lively group of women who enjoy getting together for socializing and playing games. Don't know how to play? No worries, there's always someone happy to teach you the games. 

  

The next game is scheduled 

for

Tuesday, February 18

1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Clemmons Library Conference Room

6365 James Street, Clemmons 27012


  If you plan to attend,

please inform Joyce

by January 20th.






Questions: wsnewcomers@gmail.com


SOCIALS

Wine Group, Women, Partners, and Quarterly Events


Our next social event will take place later this year.




In April, a group of women and their guests met for lunch and a showing of Jersey Boys.

 A sold-out event.











 Questions or suggestions? wsnewcomers@gmail.com  





WINE TASTERS


Our Wine Tasters event is held quarterly, and members may invite guests to enjoy an afternoon or evening of wine tasting. The group gathers at a winery or someone's house to sample wines and at times, share appetizers.



Our next Wine Tasting

event will be scheduled for February


Stay tuned for details.




Questions: wsnewcomers@gmail.com 

WHAT'S COOKING?

WHAT'S COOKING?

   

Join this group to chat about cooking and baking! From sharing recipes to discussing the latest kitchen gadgets, members also like to enjoy themed meals they've prepared in advance. Don't worry if you're not an expert - everyone is welcome to learn something new.


It's winter, it's cold!  Looking for comfort food here...and healthy soup is the perfect solution!


Join us on 

Saturday, February 15

at 11:30 AM


 to sample a variety of tummy warmers to start the New Year.  We'll need soups, salads, and dessert.  What will you bring?


 Please contact Kathleen M. by Friday January 10th if you can join the meeting.


Is anyone interested in gathering in the kitchen? Join us to discuss fun food facts, recipe sharing, and learning some cooking techniques. Please contact Kathleen M.


Questions: wsnewcomers@gmail.com 







 


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LUNCH BUNCH

WHAT'S COOKING?



A group of women, known as the Brunch Bunch, gather monthly  

to enjoy lunch and engaging conversations at a local restaurant.



The next gathering of the Lunch Bunch will be on

Thursday, February 20, 2025

at 11:30 AM

River Birch Lodge

3324 Robinhood Rd

Winston Salem, NC

 

Please join us for food, fun, and fellowship.


Please contact Sharon P.

by February 17th if you would like to attend.






Questions: wsnewcomers@gmail.com


General Meetings-📧 wsnewcomers@gmail.com

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach out to Winston-Salem Newcomers & Neighbors at wsnewcomers@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

At our general meetings, we welcome visitors, hear guest speakers, and discuss club business. Women are welcome to attend two meetings or activities before joining and paying dues. 

  


We offer monthly activities and welcome member ideas. Quarterly events allow members to bring guests. See below!


For the fiscal year 2024-2025, the annual membership fee is $30.00. This period starts on October 1, 2024, and ends on September 30, 2025. If you choose to join the organization between February 1 and May 31, 2025, you will be charged a prorated fee of $20.00. If you decide to become a member from June 1 to September 30, 2025, the fee will be $10.00.


Our Newcomers and Neighbors Club is a non-profit social organization with a 501(c)7 status. Membership fees cover all operating costs. Board Members and Board Associates are volunteers who do not receive payment for their work.


Get active and participate in our monthly meetings, which have great programs. We also offer a variety of wonderful activities that you can attend. You may want to consider taking up a board position or becoming a board associate as our board members keep our club running and our board associates ensure that our activities run smoothly. 


State of emergency/Inclement Weather

Emergency Procedures 

1. In the event of a state of emergency, Newcomers & Neighbors will abide by all policies and procedures deemed essential by the state or local authorities. Information and updates on said procedures will be regularly conveyed to the membership via digital media. 

2. In the event of a winter weather emergency, Newcomers & Neighbors will comply with policies and procedures set forth by the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Public School system, as follows: 

a. a two-hour school delay – the meeting is held as scheduled 

b. cancellation – the general meeting is canceled 

3. Other activities/events are held or canceled by the board associate of that activity. Changes to the schedule will be conveyed by either the board associate or the board director who has oversight of the event.

to Members of Newcomers & Neighbors of Winston-Salem, Inc.

If the activity you want to do isn't available, why not get started by volunteering to coordinate it

If you possess a passion for something and would like to initiate a new group, please contact Sharon P., who is the Director of Interest Groups, and share your ideas with her.

Newcomers & Neighbors of Winston-Salem, Inc.

Newcomers & Neighbors enjoying the holiday social.

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We will update the privacy policy soon, so it reflects Newcomers & Neighbors more closely. The information you provide is for our organization only and will not be shared. 

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