Interests

NEW LITERARY BOOK GROUP FORMING: Are you a new member who loves to read? If you would like to be part of the newest book group, sign up here.

History, Science, Memoir, Biography, Food, Politics, and More! Sign up now. Interested in being the coordinator of this group? If so, contact VP Alice: alicejjennings@gmail.com

Calling all Sci-Fi and Fantasy readers! Join Newcomers newest book group today. So many terrific new sc-fi and fantasy books are being released in 2023: Hell Bent by Leigh Bardugo,I Keep My Exoskeletons to Myself by Marisa Crane, The Terraformers by Annalee Newitz, and Silver Nitrate by Silvia Moreno-Garcia just to name a few. Dates and times TBD by the group.

Book Group I meets monthly on the second Friday at 2:00 pm to discuss member-selected books. This group is filled and is currently not accepting new members.

This group is filled and is currently not accepting new members. Members meet on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 5:30 PM to discuss member-selected books.

This book group is filled and is currently not accepting new members. This group meets monthly on the 3rd Thursday at 1:30 to discuss member-selected books.

This book group is filled and is currently not accepting new members.This group meets monthly on the 3rd Thursday at 1:30 to discuss member-selected books.

Book Group 5 is currently open to new members. We have a core of good will and great readers and welcome new members to our general book group. We meet on the first Tuesday of the month at 2 PM.

This group is filled and is currently not accepting new members. The group meets at 5:00 PM on the second Tuesday of the month to discuss member-selected books.

Book Group 7 meets at 6:30 pm on the third Monday of the month. This group is filled and is currently not accepting new members.

No country or destination is off limits for nonfiction—and fiction—on the Armchair Travelers’ Book Group reading list. From classics to contemporary, we trot the globe page-by-page on the 1st Friday of each month at 10:30 AM by Zoom. This Group is currently open to new members.

This is a new daytime group for members interested in Historical Fiction. We meet on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 1:30-3pm. This group is filled and is currently not accepting new members. Please contact coordinator to be placed on a wait list for future openings.

Calling all mystery readers to join a new book group beginning in late Fall 2022. Books will run the gamut of classic mystery writers to the hybrid mystery-thrillers popular today. Group meets 3rd Tuesday of every month. This group is filled and not accepting any new members.

The Movie Group has resumed activity but it is limited to the few movies currently being released in theaters. The coordinator contacts members as soon as movie schedules are known and everyone goes at the same time. There is no set schedule. "We’re the friendliest movie critics in town."

Newcomers Club Shakespeare fans created this Group wherein the coordinator notifies members of Shakespeare performances far and wide (in Santa Fe and Albuquerque, or perhaps streaming from England). Future activities may include play-reading sessions, and discussions of the sonnets. Group members attend performances independently.

The Table Play Reading Group meets monthly currently via Zoom. Members are notified by the coordinator. A play is selected, ordered, and roles are assigned at least a month before each reading. At every meeting, members read their roles and the group has a lively discussion. PLEASE NOTE: While membership is at capacity at this time, we often need substitutes. Please register if you are interested and the coordinator will contact you.

The Writers’ Group is for members who write and/or want to write and share their work in a confidential and safe environment. Requirements: computer access, commitment to complete assignments, and participation. The sessions take place on the first Wednesday of the month at the "Tribes Coffee House" at 10 AM. This group is currently seeking more members. Published and non published writers are welcome Contact Janyth Fell,ferolandjanyth@q.com for more information.

On the second Friday of each month, Gourmet I meets for small dinner parties or happy hour/hors d’oeuvres in small groups hosted in a private home. Get-togethers feature smaller groups of 8-10 per host who volunteer to open their homes to guests each month. Enjoy drinks, gourmet snacks and/or dinners with the theme chosen by the hosts. Everyone contributes food and/or drinks to share with their assigned group. The goal is to make every attempt to rotate hosts and provide a fun environment for members to meet, have lively conversation, fun, and meet new people! Everyone is invited!”

These predetermined gourmet groups of 6-8 people who dine together once a month emerged years ago when Newcomers first began and as friendships and relationships developed. Anyone can start a new group in this category if you have 6-8 people ready to go. You can show your interest by contacting the VP of Newcomers.

Out-to-Lunch Bunch is once again active. Enjoy casual off-the-menu lunches at restaurants around town where we meet for conversation and good food.

Have fun with fellow Mah Jongg players, using the rules for American style Mah Jongg of the National Mah Jongg League. Beginners are heartily welcomed as well as more experienced players. ! We are currently meeting twice a month on Wednesdays from 1:30 pm to around 4:30 pm at members' homes for our get-togethers. We are eager and open for more active members.

This group is active only during the ski season. This year the group meets on Mondays at 9 AM directly at the quad chair for first lift and again at 10 AM for late starters.

Each second Tuesday morning of the month (except January & February) we hike and explore trails in the beautiful Santa Fe area. Our hikes are typically rated as Moderate or Easy-Moderate by the well-known local hiking guides. Hikes will last 2-3 hours with a target return to Santa Fe by 1 PM. We meet at the trailhead appropriate for the specific hike. Trailhead meeting time is 9:00 AM in the SUMMER to avoid mid-day heat. NOTE: if you wish to hike with the group, you must register with the hiking coordinator. Reservations are required to hike. Note: Due to liability concerns we have a "no dog" policy (sorry)

On the fourth Wednesday of each month, (except holidays) the Walking Group meets at 10:00 AM. Walks range from easy, level, city walks to somewhat more hilly, rocky with sandy/gravel terrain. They are about 2 miles long and 1-1 1/2 hours in time and are less strenuous than the hikes. Optional lunch often follows the walk. Members of the group volunteer to lead along the many wonderful trails and paths available in the Santa Fe area. Walks details are sent to all group members by email one week in advance indicating the meeting place, walk level and other important details.

For casual golfers, men and women who want to stay close to Santa Fe. Greens fees are quite reasonable at this 18 hole municipal course. There is a par 3 executive 9 hole course adjacent to the 18 hole course where beginners can improve their skills. No tee times are necessary for the par 3. IF YOU WANT TO PLAY YOU MUST REGISTER. Add your name by clicking on the "View Members" button and then click on the "Sign me up" button. The coordinator will contact the members with further details. Weather permitting we start early April until early October.

For players (men and women) who want to try different courses. We play at Cochiti, Santa Ana, TOWA, UNM courses and others. Courses normally range in price from $40-$65 for Seniors for 18 holes with a cart. You don’t have to be an expert to enjoy these courses. IF YOU WANT TO PLAY YOU MUST REGISTER HERE. Add your name by clicking on the "View Members" button and then click on the "Sign me up" button. The coordinator will contact the members with further details. Weather permitting we start early April until early October.

Meet every Thursday morning during January and February to hike or snowshoe on beautiful area trails. Seasonal

This group goes on short overnight trips, longer trips in the USA, and places abroad. Whatever they decide!. Several great outings are already in the planning stages for 2023. Share the fun with friends, new and old. If you join, you will be contacted by email with more detailed information.

Do you own an RV or are thinking about it? Travel with others to explore regions around the west. See and do things you might not be as likely to do if you were on your own. This is an opportunity to make new connections and new friends. We will meet to plan Rallies, visit RV shows, share skills, and find new travel buddies.