NEWCOMERS & FRIENDS OF GEORGETOWN
Special Interest Groups
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The Newcomers & Friends Special Interest Groups (SIGs) are formed for members who want to share a common interest or activity. This is a great way to get involved and meet new friends. If you want to join any of the groups listed below or want more information, or if you are interested in forming a new group, do not contact the individual group coordinator but you must contact our SIG Coordinator, please contact Barbara Durham at SIG@georgetownnewcomers.org. Come join the fun!
Please note: Only paid members are eligible to participate in Newcomers Special Interest Groups, except in the case of couples’ group.
Please note: Only paid members are eligible to participate in Newcomers Special Interest Groups, except in the case of couples’ group.
GAMES
Bridge - There are several bridge groups that meet once monthly during the day, plus a couples bridge group that meets in the evenings, all at member homes. Most are limited to 8 players but subs are encouraged to sign up.
Bunco - The Bunco Babes meet on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 11:30 AM in member homes to play Bunco, eat a pizza lunch and enjoy the socializing. New members are always welcome but must be in groups of 4.
Canasta - This group meets the 4th Tuesday at 1 PM in member homes.
Dominos “42” - This is a dominos game with bridge principles, easy to learn and fun to play. This group meets in member homes on the 1st Monday of the month at 1 PM.
Euchre - Two Euchre groups have formed. Meeting in member homes, one group plays monthly on the 2nd Thursday from 10 to 12 noon, and the other plays on the 3rd Thursday afternoon from 1 to 3 PM. Both groups welcome subs.
Farkel - Farkel is a dice game that has many similarities to poker. The “Farkel Queens” meet on the third Thursday of the month in the afternoon at member homes. New members are welcomed and subs are needed as well.
Mah Jongg - The Mah Jongg groups meets the third Monday and last Friday of the month at 9:30 in the back room at the local IHOP restaurant, staying after for lunch. The number of members is unlimited, and new members are always welcome. Instruction is available too.
Pinochle - The Pinochle group meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 1 PM in member homes. The group is limited to 12 players and has openings.
Scrabble - The Scrabble group meets in member homes on the third Wednesday of the month at 1:30 PM. New members are welcome.
Couples Game Night - Bring a friend or spouse and meet new friends at this fun evening event. The group plays various card, board, and domino games on the 3rd Saturday of each month, from 7 until 10 PM.
CRAFTS
Needleholders - Bring your own project of join the group to learn knitting or needlepoint. They meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursday at 2 PM in member homes. New members are welcome.
LEARNING
Book Discussion - There are four book discussion groups, each meeting once a month. One group reads mysteries, and the others are of a general nature. Some meet in member homes and one meets at a local restaurant. Most are full but openings come up, so sign up to be on a wait list if interested.
SOCIAL
Movie Matinee Group - Once a month or so, the group attends a movie and may go to lunch if time permits. After signing up, you will be sent an email when a movie is scheduled. New members are always welcome.
Day Trips & Tours - These trips are open to all members and are announced throughout the year.
Walking Group - Members meet at agreed upon walking trails or parks on Monday mornings. All abilities and speeds are welcomed and there is no limit to the number of members.
Golf - This group meets when interest dictates and plays golf at local courses. All skill levels are encouraged to participate and there is no limit to the number of members.
FOOD & WINE
Recipe Exchange Groups - Currently there are three recipe exchange groups, each meeting once a month in member homes to share food, recipes and fun. Two of the groups are full so new members are welcome, and subs are encouraged to sign up.
Couples Wine Tasting - The five Wine Tasting groups meet in the evenings on alternate months. The objective of these groups is to learn some basics about wine and to meet new friends. Some of the groups are open to new members.
Ladies Wine Tasting - The Wine Divas group meets on the 2nd Thursday at 4 PM. A new group may form if interest dictates - time of meeting TBA.
Casual Dining Groups - There are several dinner groups organized as KISS (Keep it Simple Suppers) and they meet in the evening in member homes on dates decided by the group. These groups include both singles and couples. The schedule is hostess-driven with the commitment to host at least 14 people during the year. Members share the expenses. New members are welcome.
Bridge - There are several bridge groups that meet once monthly during the day, plus a couples bridge group that meets in the evenings, all at member homes. Most are limited to 8 players but subs are encouraged to sign up.
Bunco - The Bunco Babes meet on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 11:30 AM in member homes to play Bunco, eat a pizza lunch and enjoy the socializing. New members are always welcome but must be in groups of 4.
Canasta - This group meets the 4th Tuesday at 1 PM in member homes.
Dominos “42” - This is a dominos game with bridge principles, easy to learn and fun to play. This group meets in member homes on the 1st Monday of the month at 1 PM.
Euchre - Two Euchre groups have formed. Meeting in member homes, one group plays monthly on the 2nd Thursday from 10 to 12 noon, and the other plays on the 3rd Thursday afternoon from 1 to 3 PM. Both groups welcome subs.
Farkel - Farkel is a dice game that has many similarities to poker. The “Farkel Queens” meet on the third Thursday of the month in the afternoon at member homes. New members are welcomed and subs are needed as well.
Mah Jongg - The Mah Jongg groups meets the third Monday and last Friday of the month at 9:30 in the back room at the local IHOP restaurant, staying after for lunch. The number of members is unlimited, and new members are always welcome. Instruction is available too.
Pinochle - The Pinochle group meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 1 PM in member homes. The group is limited to 12 players and has openings.
Scrabble - The Scrabble group meets in member homes on the third Wednesday of the month at 1:30 PM. New members are welcome.
Couples Game Night - Bring a friend or spouse and meet new friends at this fun evening event. The group plays various card, board, and domino games on the 3rd Saturday of each month, from 7 until 10 PM.
CRAFTS
Needleholders - Bring your own project of join the group to learn knitting or needlepoint. They meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursday at 2 PM in member homes. New members are welcome.
LEARNING
Book Discussion - There are four book discussion groups, each meeting once a month. One group reads mysteries, and the others are of a general nature. Some meet in member homes and one meets at a local restaurant. Most are full but openings come up, so sign up to be on a wait list if interested.
SOCIAL
Movie Matinee Group - Once a month or so, the group attends a movie and may go to lunch if time permits. After signing up, you will be sent an email when a movie is scheduled. New members are always welcome.
Day Trips & Tours - These trips are open to all members and are announced throughout the year.
Walking Group - Members meet at agreed upon walking trails or parks on Monday mornings. All abilities and speeds are welcomed and there is no limit to the number of members.
Golf - This group meets when interest dictates and plays golf at local courses. All skill levels are encouraged to participate and there is no limit to the number of members.
FOOD & WINE
Recipe Exchange Groups - Currently there are three recipe exchange groups, each meeting once a month in member homes to share food, recipes and fun. Two of the groups are full so new members are welcome, and subs are encouraged to sign up.
Couples Wine Tasting - The five Wine Tasting groups meet in the evenings on alternate months. The objective of these groups is to learn some basics about wine and to meet new friends. Some of the groups are open to new members.
Ladies Wine Tasting - The Wine Divas group meets on the 2nd Thursday at 4 PM. A new group may form if interest dictates - time of meeting TBA.
Casual Dining Groups - There are several dinner groups organized as KISS (Keep it Simple Suppers) and they meet in the evening in member homes on dates decided by the group. These groups include both singles and couples. The schedule is hostess-driven with the commitment to host at least 14 people during the year. Members share the expenses. New members are welcome.