Qualicum Beach Newcomers' Club
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Qualicum Beach Area Newcomers - Activities

Note: Please be advised that all events and activities of the Qualicum Beach Area Newcomer's Club are organized for the benefit and enjoyment of members. Individuals who participate do so at their own risk and are responsible for their own safety.

Bird Watching Bird watching, or "birding", has become one of Canada's most popular outdoor activities. It is challenging, yet one of the simplest and most rewarding means of spending time in the natural world. We organize a number of outings each year to watch and identify the various species that frequent the Oceanside area. Coordinator - Kerby Lowen (bird-watching@qbnewcomers.org) Current details	Book Club If you like to read and discuss books, then you might like to join one of our book club groups. The groups meet monthly at one of the group member's homes and each group decides the books they will read and review. Coordinator – Steen Rancher (book-club@qbnewcomers.org) Current details
Dominoes Sign up for the ‘Mexican Train' version of Dominoes, held on the 4^th Friday of every month at 7:00 pm. If you haven’t played before – no problem, we’ll place you with people who will be happy to show you how. The game is relaxed, easy to learn and just for fun! Each host will have between 6 – 8 players on average, depending on the participation level. Hosts serve tea and coffee, and their guest players are asked to bring a simple snack to share. . It’s only once a month – so give it a try. You will have fun!!  Coordinator – Diane Neufeld (dominoes@qbnewcomers.org) Current details	Games Night Join us for an entertaining, social evening of games. It is held on the first Tuesday evening of each month, starting at 7 pm. Approximately 8 people will be playing at a host's house. The host will provide the games to be played that evening, along with coffee/tea. Guests will be asked to bring an appetizer to share. Each month you will be contacted and asked to respond if you are available for the Games Night. I am also looking for people to host. Coordinator – Larry Highcock games-night@qbnewcomers.org Current details
Guess Who's Coming to Dinner This event will give you a chance to meet new friends in comfortable surroundings, with good food and conversation. For those newcomers unfamiliar with how "Guess Who" works, here's a quick overview. On a prearranged date, hosts prepare a main meal, plus tea and/or coffee, for an agreed number of guests (most commonly 6 or 8), but won't know who they are until the doorbell rings. Guests are notified of the hosts' address several days ahead, and are asked to take along one course--appetizers, salad and buns, or a dessert--plus their own beverage. It's that easy - and that fun! We have four dinners during the season, between September and March. Solos and couples are welcome, and we'll do our best to accommodate allergy-sufferers. Coordinator – Gigi Lajoie (dinner-guest@qbnewcomers.org) Current details	Ladies' Golf Please join us on Wednesday afternoons at the Qualicum Beach Memorial Golf Club for a friendly round. We encourage players of all skill levels - keeping score is optional. Our aim is to follow good course etiquette while having fun and getting to know other newcomers. You may sign up to play every week, or whenever it is convenient for you. Our tee-off times begin at 2:30 and you will play with different members each week. You can sign up at the Newcomers' meeting or just give me a call (250) 752-6178. We hope to see you on the course. Coordinator – Dolores Stoy (golf-ladies@qbnewcomers.org) Current details
Ladies' Luncheon Ladies Luncheons are held each month on the third Tuesday of the month at various restaurants in the area. Please join us and meet other newcomers. Sign up and make your menu selection at the monthly Newcomers meeting. Coordinator – Suzana Neugebauer (ladies-lunch@qbnewcomers.org) Ladies Luncheon Calendar	Mah Jong Ladies: Want to play the fun, fascinating North American game of Mah Jong? No experience is necessary, as we teach you everything you need to know for your weekly group games. The next lessons will be offered in October - but sign up now as space, which is limited to 12, is already filling up! A one-time charge of $3.00 will be collected at the first lesson to cover the printing cost of your Mah Jong card and reference guide. Coordinator – Diane Neufeld (mah-jong@qbnewcomers.org) Current details
Men's Golf The men's golf group plays every Tuesday at various courses in the area and welcomes new members of any skill level. We usually tee off between noon and 1:00pm, and finish the event with a friendly "adult beverage". So come on out and join us. Get your name on the list by signing up at the Newcomers' monthly meeting. Coordinators – Rick Neugebauer John Simmons & Doug Christie (qbncgolf@shaw.ca) Current Details or Go to the “Calendar” page.	Men's Pub Lunch We normally meet at 12 Noon on the third Wednesday of each month. Those whose names are on our list are e-mailed or phoned to ascertain how many will be attending. If you are not on the list but wish to attend, please phone a coordinator or sign up at the Newcomers regular monthly meeting. Coordinator – Peter Sparke (pub-lunch@qbnewcomers.org) Current Details
Mixed Bridge Mixed Bridge is a relaxed, fun evening of social bridge. Couples or individuals are welcome. We play every second Wednesday with 8 players (two tables) at each hosting home. Coordinators - Steve & Debra Boyle (mixed-bridge@qbnewcomers.org) Current details	Newcomers' DROP IN coffee morning The mixed Newcomers drop in coffee morning is held on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 10:30 at Bailey's Cafe, opposite the library, by the fountain in QB. All Newcomers are welcome - especially New Newcomers - as it is a nice casual way to meet people and to get to know them. If you would like some company and a coffee or tea and some laughter, drop in - no need to sign up - for info call Suzana at (250) 752-0952 (Note: If there are five Tuesdays in the month, the coffee is still on the fourth Tuesday) Coordinator – Shirley Rancher (morning-coffee@qbnewcomers.org) Current details
Scuba Diving Is anyone interested in forming a group for scuba diving? At this time, only experienced divers should respond as there is not yet an instructor. If you're interested then please contact Penny Charlton at (250) 594-5956 to get together for an initial planning meeting.	Snow Sports We have started a Newcomer's snow group, which includes cross country skiers, downhill skiers, and snowshoers. The lodges at Mt. Washington, which is just over an hour's drive from Qualicum Beach, are set up so that cross country and downhill skiers can make a day of it as a group. If you have even a slight interest in a skiing group, feel free to sign up. Coordinator – David Kelsey (snow-sports@qbnewcomers.org)
Walking We walk every Friday, rain or shine. Normally the morning group starts at 9.30 a.m. and the afternoon group at 1 p.m. Most walks are approximately 5-7 km. and last 1-1.5 hrs. In general, the afternoon group walks at a more leisurely pace than the morning group. Both groups enjoy going for coffee or refreshments after the walk. All are welcome, and there is no requirement to pre-register. Car-pooling is encouraged, especially for walks that are at a distance. Coordinator: AM – Steve Eyres (walking-group@qbnewcomers.org) Walk Calendar	Wine Tasting We normally meet once a month at a member's home on an evening chosen by your group, where you enjoy a sampling of various wines. Because we meet in members' homes, we attempt to limit the size of groups to a number that can be comfortably accommodated. Newcomers interested in joining us for a little sipping should contact the Coordinator for more information, or sign up at the regular Newcomers meeting. Coordinator – Peter Beyeler (wine-tasting@qbnewcomers.org) Current details