Social Groups
SVNC offers numerous interest-based Activity Groups and Dining Opportunities.
All activities are open for members, with a few each year that are available for guests (those will be announced). In order to take part in these activities, a member's annual Newcomers dues must be current. Because there are so many members looking to join groups, and because some of them are at capacity, it is helpful if every member is active and engaged in the group. Members who repeatedly miss group activities without a compelling reason (travel, illness, work, etc.) are encouraged to resign from the group to make room for another member.
Ideas for new groups are always welcome. Other members might be interested in the idea too! Please contact either the Activities Chair or Dining Chair with your idea and we will help you get started.
SONOMA VALLEY NEWCOMERS ACTIVITIES
Lisa Burnett
Activities Chair
Active Explorations
Hiking
Biking
Walking
Pickleball
Gardening
Arts and Crafts
Creative Arts
Crochet
Chicks 'N Sticks
Indoor Games
Mahjong
Euchre
Local Journeys and Travel Inspiration
Rovers
Explorers
Travel Tips & Tricks
Musical Offerings
Live Music Outings
Trained Musicians & Singers
Mid-Level Piano
Thoughtful Dialogues
Book Clubs
Documentary Film Discussion
Stillness/Mindfulness
SONOMA VALLEY NEWCOMERS DINING
Mari Fitzpatrick
Dining Chair
dining@sv-nc.org
Dining Opportunities
Lunches
Picnics
Dinners
Happy Hours
Wine Tasting
Culinary Circles
Test Kitchens
Couples Mixers
Many of our dining groups are limited to about 8 people for ease of restaurant reservations or by the number of guests our houses can accommodate. For that reason we are always looking to set up new dining opportunities as many of our 30-plus existing groups are currently full.
Please contact the dining chair for help in starting a new group; we are here to support you and to help you meet new friends!
Here are some sample or existing dining opportunities:
Working Women's Dinner Group
Meets the last Wednesday of every month from 6 to 8 pm. Members volunteer to host a BYOB cocktail party. Always accepting new members.
Laughing Ladies Picnic Lunch Bunch
Meets the second Tuesday of each month, 11:30AM at Armstrong Park. Members bring their own bag lunch, a folding chair, and a story or joke to bring a smile to the group. Always accepting new members.
Upbeat Connections
A happy hour group that meets the first Thursday of the month from 3 to 5 pm at various locations. Always accepting new members.
Dining Dolls
These ladies enjoy dinner at various restaurants approximately once a month. There is no coordinator, rather a different member is responsible each month (full).
Salad and Socializing
Potluck salad group meets on the 4th Thursday of every month at noon (full).