Monthly Board Meetings
The activities of the Tulsa Newcomers Club are coordinated by the Board of Directors, consisting of about 20 members. The board meets at 9:30 am on the first Monday of the month in a member’s home. Being a board member is a wonderful way to become better acquainted with Newcomers and their activities.
Monthly Luncheons
On the second Thursday of each month, Newcomers meet in a local restaurant or country club for a luncheon to enjoy good food and conversation. Program formats include speakers, style shows in the spring and fall, a spring fundraiser, an interest group review in September, and a festive December meeting with a gift exchange and Christmas music. Announcements, drawings for door prizes from area businesses, and a drawing for Split the Pot are also on the agenda.
Monthly Coffee and Salad Socials
On the fourth Thursday of the month in January through October, Newcomers meet in a member’s home for a very informal coffee or salad social. Coffee socials are held on even-numbered months (February, April, etc.) at 10 am with food provided by board members. Salad socials are held on odd-numbered months (January, March, etc.) at 11 am with each member bringing a salad, bread, or dessert to share.
Evening Socials
About four evening socials for couples and singles are held each year. Evening socials have included Cinco de Mayo and Halloween parties, a Bourbon Street Wine and Chocolate Crawl, road rallies, and progressive dinners. Traditionally, a Holiday Dinner Dance is held in December.
Ladies Evening Out (LEO)
This splendid group of fascinating women meets at various locations and times. Each month, a different group member selects a restaurant and activity for an evening out.=
Mah Jong
Mah Jong takes place on the first and third Wednesdays at different members' homes. Originating in China, this is a game of luck and skill. Even if you don't know the game, experienced players will be glad to teach you.
Movie Date
Some Newcomers are real movie buffs. After the social on the fourth Thursday of the month, the group decides on a movie to see that afternoon. Some members even go to see a movie a second time.
Wine Tasting
Some Newcomers love tasting different wines. The group for couples and singles meets at 7:30 pm on the second Friday of the month in a member’s home. Their December activity is a fun-filled Christmas party.
Book Club
The Book Club meets at 9:30 am on the third Tuesday of each month at First Watch (in the Plaza Shopping Center at 81st and Lewis). After catching up over breakfast, the group informally shares opinions, comments, and a lively discussion about the book of the month.
Bowling
On the second and fourth Mondays of the month, Newcomers meet at 10:30 am at Riverlanes Bowling (www.riverlanesbowling.com) at 8711 S. Lewis to bowl without the pressure of a league. (Shoes and balls are provided.)
Board Games
This group meets at Merritt Bakery at 1832 E. 101st Street from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm on the third Friday of the month. The bakery opens for breakfast and lunch to eat while we play the games.
Genealogy for Everyone
Start your family history quest, brush up on genealogy basics, share your successes, frustrations, and challenges at this group. We meet on the first Friday of each month at the Tulsa City-County Library's Genealogy Center, 2901 S. Harvard from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Crafts For Fun
This group meets on the second Friday of every month from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. A different member of the group volunteers to demonstrate, introduce, and teach a new craft at each group meeting. Craft ideas include glass painting, jewelry making, cross stitch, knitting, etc.
Couples Dart Group
Darts meet once a month to compete over an 8-month match competition. We play a variety of dart games and receive points for games. We are always looking for substitutes.
Day Trippers
This group takes a trip once a month. Every month a new contact person is selected to pick a location and be our Tour Guide.
Scrapbooking
Newcomer scrapbookers love designing creative pages for their family's photo memories. Take a sandwich and your project to a member’s home at 11 am on the Fourth Tuesday of the month. You will have fun.
Singles Evening Out
If you are single and want to have a fun evening out, this group is for you. It meets the second Tuesday of each month. A hostess is chosen and she makes the call if you are dining in or dining out. If she chooses to dine in, she hosts the group at her house and provides the main dish. All side dishes are contributed by other members. If she chooses to dine out, she picks the restaurant and everyone goes "Dutch Treat".
Cocktails and Conversation
This couples and singles group meets from 6 to 8 pm in a member’s home on the third Saturday of the month. Each Newcomer takes an appetizer to share. Newcomers in the group take turns hosting.
Monday Bridge
The Monday Bridge Group is very popular. The players meet at 11:30 am on the second and fourth Mondays in an area restaurant. Join their friendly group of players—they would love to grow.
Monday Daytime Bridge
This group is currently being organized.
Social Bridge
Social Bridge meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 11:00 am - 2:30 pm. Every meeting is hosted by a different member who is responsible for beverages and dessert. Members will bring their own lunch. This group is for beginners or players that are just returning to the game.
Daytime Bunko
Bunko is a very easy-to-learn game played with dice. The fun-loving group meets on the third Thursday of the month at Hideaway Pizza at 103rd & Memorial at 11:30 am for lunch followed by play. Each player puts $5 in the pot for prizes, and the winners are announced at the end.
Evening Bunko
This informal group meets at 7 pm on the fourth Wednesday of the month in a member’s home. (Most of the group members are not able to play during the day.) Bunko is a very easy-to-learn game played with dice.
Daytime Canasta
Canasta, a card game played by many Newcomers, meets at 11:30 am on the third Monday of the month. They currently have lunch and play canasta at Hideaway Pizza at 103rd and Memorial
Hand and Foot (Double Canasta)
Hand and Foot is a card game related to Canasta. The fun-loving group takes a sandwich to a member’s home on the third Friday of the month. The group has a great time from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm.
Out to Lunch Bunch (OTLB)
The very informal OTLB group provides a great way for couples and singles to become familiar with area restaurants. On the fourth Friday of the month, the group meets at a designated time and place for great food and conversation.
Singles Evening Out
If you are single and want to have a fun evening out, this group is for you. It meets the second Tuesday of each month. A hostess is chosen and she makes the call if you are dining in or dining out. If she chooses to dine in, she hosts the group at her house and provides the main dish. All side dishes are contributed by other members. If she chooses to dine out, she picks the restaurant and everyone goes "Dutch Treat".
Lunch on First Thursday (LOFT)
The very informal LOFT group provides a great way to become familiar with area restaurants. Members take turns selecting a restaurant and making reservations for the dining out opportunity on the first Thursday of the month.
Evening Mexican Train Dominoes
This group is for singles or couples and meets the 1st Saturday of the month at 7:00 pm. It takes no time to learn how to match 2 dominoes - you will be playing and chatting immediately. We bring an appetizer or dessert to share and $6.00 to pay for the meeting room and winnings.
Daytime Mexican Train Dominoes
The very casual daytime group meets at 1 pm at a member’s home on the last Wednesday of the month. Mexican Train is an easy-to-learn game that the group plays with double-twelve dominoes.