Activities

Book Group

Book Group Coordinator: Kathryn MacDonald email: book-club@qbnewcomers.org If you love reading and discussing books, a book group offers a great opportunity for you to do this and to form new friendships at the same time. Sign up with one of the … Continue reading

Cooking Classes

Cooking classes with Trish Crimeni “Hey there! Come on over and join our laidback cooking class! It’s the perfect spot to pick up some cool new tricks while whipping up delicious dishes. Plus, you’ll get to take home some tasty … Continue reading

Cycling

  Cycling: Weekly bike rides that focus on fun, exercise and comradery.  We explore various routes throughout our community for anywhere from one to three hours.  Rides have some elevation changes, on paved or hard packed local bike trails and quiet streets, and are fine … Continue reading

Friday Hiking Group

We are a group of people who like to hike and – no surprise – we hike on Fridays. In fact, we hike every Friday morning rain or shine, though we occasionally skip a hike with heavy snow or ice. … Continue reading

Golf Group – Ladies

Golf Group – Ladies Group Coordinators: Lynn Bury Judy Burgess Arlene Johnson The Newcomers’ Ladies Golf Group plays every Wednesday afternoon at Qualicum Beach Memorial Golf Club.  We play year round, subject to weather and course closures. Players of all … Continue reading

Golf Group – Men’s

    Group Coordinator: Omer Sauve email: mensgolf@qbnewcomers.org This is a casual group activity designed to introduce you to other Newcomer and Alumni golfers and to a variety of golf courses in the area. We play 9 or 18 holes … Continue reading

Ladies Lunch Group

  Relaxed atmosphere to meet, mix and mingle. Great way to make new friends. Please register to become a member of the group.You must be registered as a member of this group in order to be a guest at our … Continue reading

Meditation Group

Mindfulness Meditation Group Activity Join this informal gathering to develop and practice basic mindfulness skills in a supportive environment. It’s a terrific way to decompress, relax and give your brain a boost.  Jon Kabat-Zinn, a reknowned teacher and author describes … Continue reading

Men’s Pub Lunch Group

We would like to welcome all QB Newcomers to the Men’s Pub Lunch Event (scheduled for every 3rd Wednesday of the month at 12:00 noon.) Rob Hiscox and Bruce Anderson are the coordinator for the 2025/26 year. We can be … Continue reading

Plein Air Sketching & Lunch (CANCELLED)

Newcomers’ is looking for a new art activity and a new coordinator(s). If you have an idea for a fun new art activity, please contact activities-coordinator@qbnewcomers.org.

Ramblers’ Walking Group

Group Coordinators:  Terry Johnston & Barbara Clark & Pam Wells email: Oceansideramblers@gmail.com Do you like to walk for pleasure and discover new places …. while taking time to talk, enjoy nature and take pictures? If so, the Ramblers’ Walking Group … Continue reading

Stitching Together

Members meet monthly in private homes to work on their own projects while enjoying light refreshments and lively chats. We’re not just knitting; crochet, embroider, cross-stitch, appliqué and more are all welcome. You may even learn some new techniques! Due … Continue reading

Supper Club

  This activity gives you the opportunity to develop new friendships over a series of meals in members’ homes.  Each group will coordinate how often they meet and how the group’s members rotate through the various roles.  All group members … Continue reading

Wine Tasting Group

Group Coordinator: Lynne MacNeil email: wine-tasting@qbnewcomers.org   You may sign up to participate in a wine tasting group at any monthly meeting of QBANC or by emailing the Wine Tasting Group Coordinator at wine-tasting@qbnewcomers.org.   Once approximately 12 people sign up, … Continue reading