The Newcomers of Greater Columbia are exploring, socializing, and having fun this summer. Our interest groups continue to be active, and we welcome new members each month! Don’t forget to keep spreading the word to your friends to come join us! Life is better with friends!

I am happy to call each of our members, my friend. We enjoy many good times together! As we pass the halfway point in the year, we have begun planning for next year. As you know, our club cannot run without the help of MANY wonderful volunteers. Our system is flowing well currently, which means minimal work for individuals as everyone gives a little. We appreciate you all! At this time, we are looking for:
- 1 (or 2) 1st vice-presidents. This position is responsible for finding our speakers for our monthly luncheons. The club has a fairly extensive list of speaker ideas/topics and people to reach out to, so a bit of the legwork is already started. This would be a fun job for 2 friends to share. Please consider it and share your thoughts with us! Speaker ideas are always welcome!
- 1 co-president to join Jenny. This position is not as overwhelming as it seems. You will come on board with Jenny who has been doing it for a year and will be of great assistance. Please know you have a lot of support and help in any position you choose to do. The presidents and other board members work closely together to support one another. Many hands make light work! Come join us!

We would like to give a huge shoutout to two members who have already volunteered to fill positions. Maria volunteered to be our treasurer. Maria is also filling in as our happy hour chair and has some amazing plans for the rest of the year! Make sure to look at those each month in the newsletter and join us! A “plus 1” (spouse or friend etc.) is invited to happy hours too! Also, Barbara volunteered to be our co-2nd VP helping with membership. Thank you to both of these ladies for stepping up to help our club continue to flourish.

As always, we welcome your suggestions and are always here for you!

Your 2026 Co-Presidents,
Kari & Jenny