We hope you had an enjoyable and relaxing summer and we would like to welcome you to a new season with Neighbors & Newcomers! We are committed to providing a forum for new residents to become acclimated to our town, existing residents to reach out and expand their network and to foster a strong sense of pride and community.
We recognize the contribution that our local businesses make to our community; therefore, we will continue to work with them throughout the year and encourage you to shop locally!
Due to our fundraising efforts we have been able to donate to our local fire department, first aid squad, library, food pantry, local families in need and also present our high school graduating students with scholarships.
In these challenging times our efforts and contributions are needed more than ever. As we continue to strive to make our group worthwhile to fit our busy schedules, this year will be marked with many fun activities, community service opportunities and other fresh ideas for the upcoming year. There are also many events being planned for couples and families. We have also expanded our Activities/Clubs to suit almost everyone’s hobby/interest and time schedule. Bookmark our website, nnofchester.org, and refer to it often for more information regarding times and dates that these clubs and events will be held. You might even want to be daring and create your own club! Let us know!
We will continue holding monthly club meetings at various locations for all members, giving us a chance to meet on a regular basis. We are currently working on bringing different speakers and demonstrations that will add a little something to our mornings. Coffee mornings give us the opportunity to learn about the club, renew your membership and sign up for all the events that wehave planned. Food and beverages will be provided with special activities for the kids – so children are welcome! Please bring a friend or neighbor/new or lifetime resident or any who might be interested in joining the association.
We are currently working on trying to accommodate working parents, enabling them to attend evening meetings and different social events that have previously been predominately attended by a stay-at-home parent. We welcome any new ideas and hopefully will be able to incorporate them into the upcoming year.
Remember our membership cost is $20 (or $40 for 2 years). The deadline for renewing membership is October 31. Subsequently on Nov. 1, membership will increase to $25.
We look forward to a great year with Neighbors and Newcomers of Chester!
