Let the fun begin! Here are just a few activities and clubs for Newcomers members.
Coffee Social
Are you considering joining Newcomers? Welcome coffees are hosted at members' homes on the first Wednesday of each month from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. The host provides coffee, tea and light refreshments. Our members extend a warm welcome and are great resources for those new to the area. Get acquainted and foster friendships at this informal gathering. Send an email to pnewcomers@gmail.com or call 925-215-8405 for upcoming dates and locations.
Luncheons
The "Lunch Bunch" luncheons are held the 2nd Wednesday of the month at a local restaurant. Speakers are often invited. Eat, visit, chat, meet new friends, and sometimes visit a local place of interest or see a movie.
Special Activities and Socials for Adults
Activities and outings are planned throughout the year. Enjoy meeting friends - old and new. Quarterly, a member hosts an Adult Social. Guests bring an appetizer to share and their beverage of choice. The hosts provide coffee, tea and dessert. In 2017 we enjoyed holiday get-togethers, movies, shopping, a White Elephant Social, and a Kentucky Derby Party. See our 'Photos' page.
Spring Event
New events are planned annually.
Bocce Ball - Twice monthly on Thursday mornings at the Pleasanton Senior Center and Castlewood Country Club
Book Club
Meet every 4th Wednesday morning at a member’s home. The group selects a new and interesting book to read and discuss each month.
Bunco
Playing Bunco is just part of the fun! Meet new friends, socialize, eat, drink, laugh, and of course play Bunco.
Couples/Partners Group: 2nd Saturday of the month
Ladies Evening Groups:
Monday - last Monday of the month
Tuesday - last Tuesday of the month
Ladies Daytime Group:
Wednesday - 3rd Wednesday of the month
Day Trips
Members meet and explore places of interest throughout the Bay Area and beyond....museums, plays and performances, wineries, parks and more.
Family Events
Activities include camping, bowling, Bunco, pickleball, Frisbee golf, pizza/games night, ice skating and family dinners at a local restaurant.
Finance / Investing Group -- New in 2017!
Members meet monthly to learn and share information about finances, investments, estate planning, etc. This is a drop in group, and members can bring a topic to share or just come and join the discussion.
Hiking & Walking Groups
Monday Downtown Walkers meet at 8:55 am in downtown Pleasanton and walk for one hour.
Hiking around the Bay Area is wonderful. Sunol Wilderness, the Pleasanton Ridge and Preserve, Las Trampas, Del Valle, and Mt Diablo - these are a few places we have hiked. Occasionally we travel to the other side of the Bay. Hikes are easy to moderate, and generally last about three hours. Join us on Fridays, or just come hike with us once in a while.
Mah Jongg
Meet every Monday at 1:00 pm at Stoneridge Creek
News, Views, and Reviews / Finance Discussion Group
Meet the last Thursday of the month at a member's home. Discuss current events, share ideas and resources, learn something new, review movies, TV shows, books, etc. with your Newcomer friends. Come prepared to discuss a topic of your choice, or just come and join the discussion.
Stitch & Chat
Meet every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. at a member’s home. The group is for those who are working on any hand project such as cross-stitch, hand sewing, quilting, crocheting, scrap-booking or sketching. This is a drop-in group and is always open to new members.
Wine Group
Attention wine sippers, tasters, connoisseurs, collectors, and all! Enjoy tastings, wine and dine, winery visits, day trips, evening get togethers, and more with your Newcomer friends. New members are always welcome.
Golf
Golf in Pleasanton and surrounding areas is glorious! Blue skies, green greens, beautiful weather, birds, wildlife, and wild flowers. Not to mention the fun we have spending time together sharing what we know about the game of golf....among other things! Golfers meet on Thursday mornings, play nine holes, followed by lunch. Members can play weekly, or once in a while.
And More....
At any time throughout the year, our members can initiate new activities, outings, and workshops. Ballroom dancing, kayaking, Pickleball, crafts, day trips, and more. Share your interests with the group! Send an email to pnewcomers@gmail.com to request a copy of our monthly newsletter to see our monthly activities and upcoming events.
Come and meet your new friends!
Coffee Social
Are you considering joining Newcomers? Welcome coffees are hosted at members' homes on the first Wednesday of each month from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. The host provides coffee, tea and light refreshments. Our members extend a warm welcome and are great resources for those new to the area. Get acquainted and foster friendships at this informal gathering. Send an email to pnewcomers@gmail.com or call 925-215-8405 for upcoming dates and locations.
Luncheons
The "Lunch Bunch" luncheons are held the 2nd Wednesday of the month at a local restaurant. Speakers are often invited. Eat, visit, chat, meet new friends, and sometimes visit a local place of interest or see a movie.
Special Activities and Socials for Adults
Activities and outings are planned throughout the year. Enjoy meeting friends - old and new. Quarterly, a member hosts an Adult Social. Guests bring an appetizer to share and their beverage of choice. The hosts provide coffee, tea and dessert. In 2017 we enjoyed holiday get-togethers, movies, shopping, a White Elephant Social, and a Kentucky Derby Party. See our 'Photos' page.
Spring Event
New events are planned annually.
Bocce Ball - Twice monthly on Thursday mornings at the Pleasanton Senior Center and Castlewood Country Club
Book Club
Meet every 4th Wednesday morning at a member’s home. The group selects a new and interesting book to read and discuss each month.
Bunco
Playing Bunco is just part of the fun! Meet new friends, socialize, eat, drink, laugh, and of course play Bunco.
Couples/Partners Group: 2nd Saturday of the month
Ladies Evening Groups:
Monday - last Monday of the month
Tuesday - last Tuesday of the month
Ladies Daytime Group:
Wednesday - 3rd Wednesday of the month
Day Trips
Members meet and explore places of interest throughout the Bay Area and beyond....museums, plays and performances, wineries, parks and more.
Family Events
Activities include camping, bowling, Bunco, pickleball, Frisbee golf, pizza/games night, ice skating and family dinners at a local restaurant.
Finance / Investing Group -- New in 2017!
Members meet monthly to learn and share information about finances, investments, estate planning, etc. This is a drop in group, and members can bring a topic to share or just come and join the discussion.
Hiking & Walking Groups
Monday Downtown Walkers meet at 8:55 am in downtown Pleasanton and walk for one hour.
Hiking around the Bay Area is wonderful. Sunol Wilderness, the Pleasanton Ridge and Preserve, Las Trampas, Del Valle, and Mt Diablo - these are a few places we have hiked. Occasionally we travel to the other side of the Bay. Hikes are easy to moderate, and generally last about three hours. Join us on Fridays, or just come hike with us once in a while.
Mah Jongg
Meet every Monday at 1:00 pm at Stoneridge Creek
News, Views, and Reviews / Finance Discussion Group
Meet the last Thursday of the month at a member's home. Discuss current events, share ideas and resources, learn something new, review movies, TV shows, books, etc. with your Newcomer friends. Come prepared to discuss a topic of your choice, or just come and join the discussion.
Stitch & Chat
Meet every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. at a member’s home. The group is for those who are working on any hand project such as cross-stitch, hand sewing, quilting, crocheting, scrap-booking or sketching. This is a drop-in group and is always open to new members.
Wine Group
Attention wine sippers, tasters, connoisseurs, collectors, and all! Enjoy tastings, wine and dine, winery visits, day trips, evening get togethers, and more with your Newcomer friends. New members are always welcome.
Golf
Golf in Pleasanton and surrounding areas is glorious! Blue skies, green greens, beautiful weather, birds, wildlife, and wild flowers. Not to mention the fun we have spending time together sharing what we know about the game of golf....among other things! Golfers meet on Thursday mornings, play nine holes, followed by lunch. Members can play weekly, or once in a while.
And More....
At any time throughout the year, our members can initiate new activities, outings, and workshops. Ballroom dancing, kayaking, Pickleball, crafts, day trips, and more. Share your interests with the group! Send an email to pnewcomers@gmail.com to request a copy of our monthly newsletter to see our monthly activities and upcoming events.
Come and meet your new friends!
