Current Membership - 305
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About the Grand Junction Newcomers ClubOur motto -
"Where newcomers become old friends." We are an active, fun, friendly organization of men and women striving to make your stay in the community a long and happy one. Click to go to the CALENDAR to see the wide range of club activities, And if you have an activity you like that is missing form the list, bring it up at the next coffee, and you might be surprised. A new activity group may form!
From the President We’re locked into a long hot summer. But good things are stirring for the club. For example, the Armchair Travelers program hosted by the Mesa County Libraries is returning in September. The first of this year’s series of presentations will be on a four-month travel through several countries during the pandemic. This has been an important way to connect with the community for us, and it will be great to get it up and running again.
Also, annual end of summer barbeque planning is almost complete. It will be held on Labor Day at the Canyonview Park off 24 Rd. It will start at 5 pm. You have until Aug. 31 to sign up. Please contact Kenny Alevy or one of the officers for further details. We have happy hours scheduled for Sept. 7 at Fiesta Guadalajara and Sept. 21 at the Ale House. Our September speaker will be Kristi Knowles from the Grand Junction Police Department’s financial crimes division. She will talk about internet scams and a variety of financial scams that are directed at seniors. - Bob Noble, President Editor's NoteNow that we're back to regular meetings again, here are a few reminders of what to expect.
The monthly coffee meetings start at 9:30 for a half hour of socializing before we sit down for the meeting. If you arrive earlier, be prepared to help with setting up tables and the coffee and pastry service. Raffle items such as regiftable items and concert or sports event tickets are welcome. Tickets are just $1 for one, $2 for three, and $3 for five. Bring magazines to pass along at the Magazine Exchange. Take any that attract your interest. Those left over will be taken to HopeWest’s paper recycling bin. You don’t have to wait for the newsletter to read the minutes of the last meeting. They’re posted on our website gjnewcomers.org as soon as our secretary submits them. You can also refer to the calendar on the club’s website for activity dates, times and locations. Carolyn White, editor |
Not a member of Newcomers? There’s an easy fix tor that. You don’t even have to be new to the area. Annual dues are just $15 or $25 for a couple. You can download the membership form by clicking here, and then send the completed form and a check to Grand Junction Newcomers Club, PO Box 3222, GJ 81502. Or better yet, come to the next monthly coffee, get to know us a bit, and sign up then. You’ll meet some great people, get a copy of our member directory, begin receiving our monthly newsletter and timely email alerts, can join any of our regular activity groups, and participate in special events such as our BBQ and holiday parties.