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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, Carolyn Patterson, 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’ groups.
GAMES
Beginner Bridge - One of our Newcomer members will teach Bridge for beginners as the need arises. Sign up if you are interested in learning this fun game. You may “graduate” into one of the existing Bridge groups or even start a new group.
Bridge - There are several bridge groups that meet once monthly during the day, 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 noon and the Rockin Rollers Bunco group meets on the 2nd Monday of the month at 11:30am 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 - Two Canasta groups are meeting in member homes once a month on the 3rd Thursday and 4th Tuesday. A third group plays ponytail canasta and meets on the 3rd Thursday.
Duplicate Bridge - New members and subs are encouraged to sign up for the Duplicate Bridge group. They meet once a month on the 1st Monday, and new members are welcome but should be in groups of two.
Euchre - Two Euchre groups meet in member homes, once monthly on the 2nd and 3rd Thursday afternoons. Also a couples group meets Subs are welcome.
Mah Jongg - The Mah Jongg groups meets the 3rd Monday and last Friday of the month at 9:30am 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.
Scrabble - The Scrabble group meets in member homes on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1:00pm.
42 - New members and subs are encouraged to sign up for 42 in member homes, once monthly on the 2nd Friday afternoons. Subs are welcome.
CRAFTS
Stampers - This exciting new SIG meets on the 3rd Wednesday at 10:00am to noon in member homes. Newcomers are encouraged to join in to learn about Stamping and other creative arts.
Needleholders - Bring your own project of join the group to learn knitting or needlepoint. They meet on the 3rd Thursday at 2:00pm in member homes. New members are welcome.
LEARNING
Book Discussion - There are four book 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 Reel Women attends a movie and may go to lunch if time permits. After signing up, you will be sent an email when a get-together is scheduled. New members are always welcome.
Lunch Outings - The Out-to-Lunch group meets at the convenience of its members, going to various area restaurants for fun, food and friendship. All Newcomers are welcome to attend, but must sign up to be on their email list to get the schedule and locations.
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.
FOOD & WINE
Recipe Exchange Groups - Currently there are two recipe exchange groups, each meeting once a month in member homes to share food, recipes and fun. Sign up if you are interested.
Couples Wine Tasting - The four 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.
Ladies Wine Tasting - The two wine tasting groups - the Wine Divas and the Grape Expectations - meet monthly, on the 2nd Thursday or 3rd Thursday of the month.
Cocktail Tasting - Cosmo Girls meets on the 4th Thursday to sample alcoholic beverages.
Casual Dining Groups - There are several dinner groups organized as KISS (Keep it Simple Suppers) and they meet in the evenings 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.
Beginner Bridge - One of our Newcomer members will teach Bridge for beginners as the need arises. Sign up if you are interested in learning this fun game. You may “graduate” into one of the existing Bridge groups or even start a new group.
Bridge - There are several bridge groups that meet once monthly during the day, 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 noon and the Rockin Rollers Bunco group meets on the 2nd Monday of the month at 11:30am 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 - Two Canasta groups are meeting in member homes once a month on the 3rd Thursday and 4th Tuesday. A third group plays ponytail canasta and meets on the 3rd Thursday.
Duplicate Bridge - New members and subs are encouraged to sign up for the Duplicate Bridge group. They meet once a month on the 1st Monday, and new members are welcome but should be in groups of two.
Euchre - Two Euchre groups meet in member homes, once monthly on the 2nd and 3rd Thursday afternoons. Also a couples group meets Subs are welcome.
Mah Jongg - The Mah Jongg groups meets the 3rd Monday and last Friday of the month at 9:30am 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.
Scrabble - The Scrabble group meets in member homes on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1:00pm.
42 - New members and subs are encouraged to sign up for 42 in member homes, once monthly on the 2nd Friday afternoons. Subs are welcome.
CRAFTS
Stampers - This exciting new SIG meets on the 3rd Wednesday at 10:00am to noon in member homes. Newcomers are encouraged to join in to learn about Stamping and other creative arts.
Needleholders - Bring your own project of join the group to learn knitting or needlepoint. They meet on the 3rd Thursday at 2:00pm in member homes. New members are welcome.
LEARNING
Book Discussion - There are four book 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 Reel Women attends a movie and may go to lunch if time permits. After signing up, you will be sent an email when a get-together is scheduled. New members are always welcome.
Lunch Outings - The Out-to-Lunch group meets at the convenience of its members, going to various area restaurants for fun, food and friendship. All Newcomers are welcome to attend, but must sign up to be on their email list to get the schedule and locations.
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.
FOOD & WINE
Recipe Exchange Groups - Currently there are two recipe exchange groups, each meeting once a month in member homes to share food, recipes and fun. Sign up if you are interested.
Couples Wine Tasting - The four 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.
Ladies Wine Tasting - The two wine tasting groups - the Wine Divas and the Grape Expectations - meet monthly, on the 2nd Thursday or 3rd Thursday of the month.
Cocktail Tasting - Cosmo Girls meets on the 4th Thursday to sample alcoholic beverages.
Casual Dining Groups - There are several dinner groups organized as KISS (Keep it Simple Suppers) and they meet in the evenings 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.
Special Interest Groups
NEWCOMERS & FRIENDS OF GEORGETOWN