*** Save The Date ***
Celebrate the First Day of Autumn
with Wine Tasters
Date: Sunday, September 22, 2024
Time: 1:00 pm
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.
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.
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 2023-2024, the annual membership fee is $30.00. This period starts on October 1, 2023, and ends on September 30, 2024. If you choose to join the organization between February 1 and May 31, 2024, you will be charged a prorated fee of $20.00. If you decide to become a member from June 1 to September 30, 2024, 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.
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.
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.
The group meets next on Friday,
September 6, 2024, at 10:00 AM.
RSVP to Phyllis
Suggested Reading List:
The Indigo Girl
The Dollhouse
Get the Picture
Picking Cotton
The Other Dr. Gilmer
One Person, No Vote
Why We Sleep
This is Happiness
Only the Beautiful
The Last to Vanish
The Friendship Club
The Last Carolina Girl
The Summer Book Club
Educated
The Only Woman in the Room
The Summer of Songbirds
Questions: email us at wsnewcomer@gmail.com
Start your Wednesday mornings with a monthly breakfast outing. Join our breakfast club and enjoy a delicious meal at a local restaurant.
August Breakfast Club:
The event is scheduled for
August 7, 2024, at 9:00 AM. Please contact Denise by August 5, 2024, to confirm your attendance.
In June, the women's breakfast club met at Miam Breakfast House.
Questions or Suggestions: email us at wsnewcomers@gmail.com
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!
The group will meet with Candy, our new coordinator, on
September 11, 2024, at 9:30 AM.
Please contact Candy for more information!
Questions or Suggestions: wsnewcomers@gmail.com
Canasta 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 are on August 8th and August 22nd. If you're planning to play, be sure to RSVP to
Penny before those dates.
There is a limit of ten.
If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to send an email to wsnewcomers@gmail.com.
There are many ways to give back to the community, such as providing families in need with gift cards during the holiday season or donating food to local food pantries. Giving a little of ourselves is important to help those in need.
Questions or Suggestions: wsnewcomers@gmail.com
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.
In July, the group enjoyed a lovely lakeside picnic lunch and sampled a variety of wines at a local vineyard.
There are no Day Trips planned for August.
If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to send an email to wsnewcomers@gmail.com.
Dinner Out is an event where we may also invite a guest to join us at one of the various restaurants
in our city.
In July, members enjoyed dinner at Umi Japanese Steakhouse.
The next Dinner Out will be scheduled soon.
Stay Tuned!
Questions: wsnewcomers@gmail.com
A group of women, known as the Lunch Bunch, gather monthly
to enjoy lunch and engaging conversations at a local restaurant.
Lunch Bunch -
Thursday, August 15, 2024
at 11:30 AM!
RSVP to Nora by August 13th.
In July, members enjoyed lunch at The Sherwood.
Questions: wsnewcomers@gmail.com
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 August 20, 2024, from
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. RSVP is required. If you plan to attend, please inform Paula by August 15.
Questions: wsnewcomers@gmail.com
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.
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.
Celebrate the First Day of Autumn
with Wine Tasters
Sunday, September 22, 2024
at 1:00 pm
Please contact Pat K.
by August 17th
if you would like to attend.
Our Wine Tasters group met in May at Childress Vineyards. We had a great time sampling wines and sharing appetizers.
Questions: wsnewcomers@gmail.com
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.
The group celebrated Italy in May, and we are currently on a break for summer!
We will have a planning meeting on August 10, 2024, to share ideas on our next fiscal year activities. Put on your thinking caps and share your thoughts.
Please contact Kathleen M. by August 2nd 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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