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Newcomers Club
of Falmouth
Creating Opportunities for Community and Friendship
Import 2 List
BEYOND SCRAPBOOKING I
SPECIAL INTEREST
Collaborative and fun get together once a month to work on digital and traditional scrapbooking or photo projects of any kind.
BEYOND SCRAPBOOKING II
SPECIAL INTEREST
Collaborative and fun get together once a month to work on digital and traditional scrapbooking or photo projects of any kind.
BIKING
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Fridays @ 9:00 am. Meet at Depot Ave. parking lot next to Shining Sea bike path.
BILLIARDS
BOOK CLUBS AND GAMES
Will meet weekly at 6:30pm at Activity Leader's home beginning April 2024. Day TBD. Beginners welcome. There will be some experienced players on hand to share their expertise.
BIRDWATCHING
OUTDOOR RECREATION
We visit local birding hotspots on second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. Email the leader for details.
BOCCE
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Play is planned for months of May, June, September and October. Tuesdays 4-6pm at 790 Main Street, Falmouth (behind the Gus Canty Rec Center, alongside the Commodores' field)..
BOOK GROUPS: MEN'S
BOOK CLUBS AND GAMES
Leader forms new groups or adds to existing ones. Meet monthly in each other's homes and decides on book choice.
BOOK GROUPS: WOMEN'S
BOOK CLUBS AND GAMES
NEWCOMERS ONLY. Leader forms new groups or adds to existing ones. Meet monthly, with location and book choices determined by the group.
BOOK GROUPS: WOMEN'S
BOOK CLUBS AND GAMES
ENCORE ONLY. Make a new group or join an existing group.
BOWLING
BOOK CLUBS AND GAMES
Meet at Trade Center Bowl Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. from Sept - May. It is Ten Pin Bowling (large balls) not Candlepin. The group is co-ed and bowlers of all abilities are welcome.
BREAKFAST: MEN'S
SOCIAL
This is a social gathering for men over breakfast to connect with new friends, talk sports, life, etc. Every other Thurs, 8:30am at Crabapples.
BRIDGE
BOOK CLUBS AND GAMES
Mondays at Gus Canty from 10:30-3:00. Bring your lunch or buy at the new Senior Center.
BUNCO (Evenings)
BOOK CLUBS AND GAMES
Fun, easy to learn women’s dice game. We play monthly in the evening in players’ homes. Hostesses and subs needed.
CANASTA
BOOK CLUBS AND GAMES
Players and beginners all welcome. This is a game for two, three or four players but playing as partners is more typical. Sybil is willing to teach the game. Location and time TBD.
CHINESE MAHJONG
BOOK CLUBS AND GAMES
Perfect for both seasoned players and newcomers alike. This group meets every Friday at Dillingham Place (110 Dillingham Ave) from 1:30 - 4:30. There is no commitment to play each week. Drop-ins are welcome. This group will play a variety of games from traditional Chinese Mahjon to modern variations. All skill levels are welcome to join in the fun. Expect laugher, camaraderie and friendly competition at every session.
COOKING TOGETHER
SOCIAL
Meeting new foodie friends who think cooking new recipes is fun. Group cooking in members’ homes around a theme, everyone cooks what they like, then feasts together, and cleans up the host kitchen. Generally, in groups of 5 to 8.
CURRENT ISSUES: Discussion
SPECIAL INTEREST
Meets every 6 weeks, Mondays 4-6pm. Group selects topics of local/national interest. Host/co-host provide wine, beverages & snacks.
DINE-OUT
SOCIAL
Group meets at a local restaurant at 5:30pm often on the second Thursday of the month, but there is flexibility.
DINING-IN GROUP
SOCIAL
Groups of 6-10 people meet approximately every 4-6 weeks at participants' homes. The host provides the main dish while guests fill in the accompaniments such as appetizers, salad, dessert, etc. The frequency and format of each dinner is determined by the members.
DINING-OUT GROUP
SOCIAL
Groups are formed with 4-10 members depending on the requests of members. Groups meet monthly at different restaurants. Once formed, each group decides how they will function. Some groups have one person in charge while others rotate the responsibilities. This is a great activity for forming new friendships. Many groups have stayed together for many years. If interested, please email Margaret Souza.
DINNER & A MOVIE
SOCIAL
Matinee movie then dinner at a restaurant. 1st Wednesday of the month. September through June. Co-ed Activity.
DOWNHILL SKIING
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Skiing is a great way to get outdoors during those cold winter months. We do day trips to Mt Wachusett, mid-week trips to New Hampshire & Vermont and a trip out west each year. Skiers of all abilities are welcome. Cross country & snowshoeing are options on all of our trips.
EXPLORING PUBLIC POLICY
SPECIAL INTEREST
Walk-Ins Welcome. This group meets on the third Wednesday of each month 3:30-5pm at Gus Canty, Room 3. Topics and associated readings are chosen to promote awareness, understanding, and dialogue on critical public policy questions/issues in USA. Members are encouraged, but not required to facilitate one session per year.
Exploring Cultural Diversity in Falmouth
SPECIAL INTEREST
This group seeks to learn about the cultural diversity of our community through speakers, field trips and participation in the Falmouth DEI Coalition. We are starting the process of looking for interesting speakers. Dates and schedules will be announced in advance. If you have any ideas about any interesting speaker or field trips or are interested in joining this activity please contact Yael Zakon-Bourke or Margaret Souza
FALMOUTH PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP
SPECIAL INTEREST
Those interested in improving their photography skills while meeting others who like to get "out in the field and shoot". Initial focus will be on wildlife, landscapes, sunset & Sunrise, and nighttime photography. REQUIREMENTS: DSLR or mirrorless camera. This activity in not intended for cellphone photography.
FIELD TRIPS
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Year-round monthly excursions via car (ride sharing) to locations on and off Cape.
FRENCH: Co-ed Conversation
SPECIAL INTEREST
Meets Thursdays 4pm at Gus Canty, September through May. This group is an informal conversation in French only. Intermediate to advanced skills in French conversation required as no English is spoken.
FRENCH: Femmes Francaises Conversation
SPECIAL INTEREST
Conversation "avec devoir." Wednesdays at1:30pm. Meet in homes with hostess providing a “gouter.” Discussion based on articles from the French Magazine Bien Dire.
GARDENING: DIRT DIGGERS I
SPECIAL INTEREST
This group is currently FULL to new members. Please see Dirt Diggers II if you wish to join. We share gardening knowledge and skills, visit gardens both local and professional, attend workshops and programs related to gardening, conservation and the environment.
GARDENING: DIRT DIGGERS II
SPECIAL INTEREST
NEW GROUP! We share gardening knowledge and skills, visit gardens both local and professional, attend workshops and programs related to gardening, conservation and the environment.
GOLF & GIGGLES
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Fun, low key, 9-hole women’s novice golf group. We play at Paul Harney Golf Course, at 2 pm, weekly.
GOLF: LADIES LINKS AND DRINKS
OUTDOOR RECREATION
NEW ACTIVITY! Beginning Spring 2025. All levels of women golfers are welcome to join the newly formed Ladies’ Links & Drinks ! We will meet monthly at different courses to play 9 or 18 holes in a Scramble format, then enjoy some drinks and each other’s company afterwards. Group leaders: Kim Caverly, Nancy MacDonald, Joan Sheehy, Marie Lawrie and Peg McGrath
GOLF: MEN'S
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Men's 18-hole Golf, Thursdays, 8:30am, Falmouth Country Club, Year Round
GOLF: MERRY MULLIGANS
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Women’s 18-Hole Golf. Thursday afternoons. Alternating weeks at Brookside (Bourne) & Falmouth CC. April - October.
GOLF: NINE & DINE
OUTDOOR RECREATION
ENCORE ONLY. Nine and Dine. Meet once a month for a fun afternoon at an area course with dinner to follow. Co-ed recreational play. No handicap required but you must know how to play golf. Courses and dates are announced monthly. Members share the responsibility for booking the golf course and arranging the dining portion of the day. 2025 dates are: 6/22, 7/20 and 8/24. Please contact Rich Boles if you are interested in joining.
GOLF: NINE & DINE
OUTDOOR RECREATION
NEWCOMERS ONLY. Nine and Dine. Meet once a month for a fun Sunday afternoon at an area course with dinner to follow. Co-ed recreational play. No handicap required but you must know how to play golf. Courses and dates are announced monthly.
GOLF: PAR-TEE GIRLS
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Women's 9-hole golf. Wednesdays 1:30pm at Falmouth Country Club. FUN, 9-hole ladies golf for Intermediate/Advanced golfers. Must have own equipment and golf experience. We start in May and end in October.
GOLF: TEE-UP, Thursdays
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Women's 9-hole golf. Join us as we dabble in the novice fun of 9 holes of golf! No stress, low key and enjoyment golfing with other women! Thursdays at 3pm starting 4/25/24 at Paul Harney Golf Course. Cost is $35-$40 including cart.
GOLF: THE LOW TEE MEN'S LEAGUE
OUTDOOR RECREATION
9-hole golf league for men of any age seeking to have fun. Wednesdays 1pm at Paul Harney Golf Club, weather permitting. The goal is to focus on competing with oneself and nobody else. Have some fun, enjoy the outdoors, spend some time socializing, and never worry about your final score.
HEALTH AND WELLNESS: Discussion
SPECIAL INTEREST
What’s important to You? Come learn, discuss and share various topics that can help you live your best life. Meets monthly on 1st Wed beginning Oct 4th 3:30-4:30 pm.
HIKING
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Weekly walks on Falmouth trails, Wed. 9am after kayaking season.
KAYAKING: Thursday or Friday
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Currently this group is currently accepting new members. Day/time is weather/tide dependent. Experience & equipment required.
KAYAKING: Tuesday
OUTDOOR RECREATION
This group is accepting new members. Every Tuesday morning in season. Must have own equipment and wear PFD.
KAYAKING: Wednesday
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Currently this group is accepting new members. Every Wednesday AM beginning June 1, 9:30-11:30 am. Need own kayak. Must wear pfd (Lifejacket).
LINE DANCING
SPECIAL INTEREST
Walk-Ins Welcome. Tuesdays 2-3pm at Gus Canty Center. Practice from 1:30-2pm. No dance experience necessary. Held from Labor Day to Memorial Day.
LOCAL CAR CLUB
SPECIAL INTEREST
Are you interested in forming a Local Car Club? Membership is open to a variety of cars including antique, classic, collector, custom/restomod, exotic, muscle, limited edition, sports, street rods, and vintage. The club could hold outdoor, bi-weekly car meets from May-Oct on Fridays from 6-8:30 P.M. (or another day/time the group agrees upon), always weather permitting!
LOCAL THEATER
SOCIAL
Trips to local live theater. Advertised in the newsletters with a sign-up coupon.
LUNCH IN
SOCIAL
ENCORE ONLY. Check monthly Encore Newsletter and sign up.
MAH JONGG FOR BEGINNERS
BOOK CLUBS AND GAMES
Weekly casual Mah Jongg for beginners/less experienced. Jenette hosts and provides tiles. Mah Jongg card needed.
MEET & MINGLE
SOCIAL
NEWCOMERS ONLY. Check Newcomers Newsletter for more information. Also listed under "Newcomers Members" tab on website.
MINGLE AND MIX
SOCIAL
ENCORE ONLY. Check monthly Encore Newsletter for contact information.
POKER, CO-ED
BOOK CLUBS AND GAMES
NEW LEADER NEEDED One weeknight a month at participants' homes on a rotating basis. Games played but not limited to include five-card draw, seven-card stud high-low, Texas Hold’em, etc (dealer's choice). Stakes initially chips only but can be changed by consensus of the group.
PRIMETIMERS
SOCIAL
Are you ready for Primetimers? We love music, dancing, concerts, theatre, arts and general silliness! Newcomers & Encore members are welcome to join, and all ages are welcome! Please contact Donna Herrle (herrledonna@gmail.com) or Jane Doyle (jpdoyle88@aol.com) to be added to the group.
QUILTING
SPECIAL INTEREST
The group meets the first Monday of the month at the Gus Canty Center, Room 3 from 1-4.
ROWING
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Meet at Great Pond. Single or double rowing depending on your boat. Must have your own rowboat, oars, life jacket or life cushion, etc. Day & time TBD, weather permitting
SCRABBLE (Early Evenings)
BOOK CLUBS AND GAMES
Walk-Ins Welcome. Meet 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Gus Canty Center, Room #2 upstairs, 6-8pm.
SERVICE EXCHANGE
SPECIAL INTEREST
Volunteer for tasks you are comfortable doing when another member needs some extra support.
SIMPLY SOCIAL (CO-ED)
SOCIAL
INTRODUCING… SIMPLY SOCIAL!
SINGLES
SOCIAL
Male & Female. Singles meet for socializing and group activities. Single people only who are divorced or widowed or never married. Planned & spontaneous social outings. Locally and off Cape
SKI-CROSS COUNTRY & SNOWSHOE
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Per snowfall. Leader sends e-mail re. where/when to meet. Need own equipment.
SNOWBIRDS
SPECIAL INTEREST
Do you hesitate to join certain groups because you leave Falmouth for the winter? This group is perfect for you. We get together for many different activities such as Mix & Mingles, book clubs, wine tasting, bridge, cooking/dining at home, a beach meet-up, Spanish conversation, etc. We will meet from May - October
SPANISH Conversation for Fluent Speakers
SPECIAL INTEREST
Fridays at 1:30pm. Must be at a proficient Spanish conversational level.
SPANISH: Advanced Beginners Conversation
SPECIAL INTEREST
Mondays at 1:30pm. Prior Spanish knowledge/study is necessary. The focus is to improve vocabulary and conversational skills for social settings and travel.
SYMPHONY
SPECIAL INTEREST
If you love classical music, join this group to carpool to a series of off-Cape Sunday afternoon concerts by an amazing symphony orchestra. Cost is $25 per concert or $20 for Seniors.
THEATER: PLAYS! MATINEE & LUNCH
SOCIAL
Share lunch and then attend a live theater matinee performance.
TRIVIA NIGHT
BOOK CLUBS AND GAMES
2nd & 4th Mondays of the month, 6pm for dinner/7pm for trivia at The Lanes Bowl & Bistro (at Mashpee Commons) - All are welcome--singles or couples as we play in teams, only a bit of trivia knowledge to a walking encyclopedia!
VOLUNTEERING
SPECIAL INTEREST
So you want to volunteer but don't know where to begin? One of our members is ready to have a conversation with you to learn about your interests and in turn, give you contacts for a few organizations locally for you to explore and determine the fit.
WALKING: FALMOUTH ON FOOT
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Mondays at 9:30 a.m. Co-ed walkers. All levels. Walks exploring Falmouth.
WALKING: MEN'S
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Fridays - Memorial Day thru Nov, 8:30am meet at Trunk River. Columbus Day thru April, 8:30am meet at Locust St. Parking.
WALKING: WOMEN'S
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Come meet your new best friends! We walk every Thursday morning, year round, in all weather. Meet at the Trunk River parking lot (8:30 in the warmer months and 9:00 in the cooler months). The group walks into Woods Hole, stops at Pie in the Sky, then makes the return trip. All walking speeds welcome.
WHIST, MEN'S
BOOK CLUBS AND GAMES
Looking to create a men’s whist group of six/seven members who will rotate weekly on Thursday (either at the Senior Center or in member’s homes). Having multiple participants will allow for players traveling, appointments, etc., thus ensuring four players each week.
WIN (WOMEN IN NEWCOMERS) DINNERS
SOCIAL
NEWCOMERS ONLY. Meets last Thursday of the month at 5:30pm in Falmouth and surrounding towns for fun and conversation with other women in groups of 6 to 8. Groups are changed monthly.
WINE EXPLORERS
SOCIAL
Groups of 8 to 10, singles or couples. Meet monthly on a rotating basis in member's homes.
WOMEN'S WALKING: COONAMESSET
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Coonamessett Walking Group. We meet at the Park on Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. We enter from John Parker Road.
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