Members of the Antiques Group share their love and knowledge of antiques, vintage, and just plain fond memories of things near and dear. They do this at monthly meetings that focus on a particular topic of antique collection. There are a few field trips annually to museums, historic homes, or to antique district shops.

There are numerous book clubs that meet monthly or occasionally. On a rotating basis, one club hosts the Annual Book Club Luncheon which features an author as the keynote speaker. The Chair has the responsibility to contact the luncheon site, do the publicity and organize a book drive for a local charity.

The Coffee & Friends casual gathering is held the third Tuesday of each month. Members come together for a chance to get to know others and enjoy an afternoon break. Currently, the gathering occurs at Panera Bread on Palomar Airport Road next to Lowe's. Dates and times may change. Please check the calendar for details.

The group meets once a month to play this game of the Rummy family. Beginners welcome.

The purpose and goal of the Culinary Arts Group is to learn new cooking and baking techniques, uses of helpful utensils, new interesting recipes, and to be adventurous in order to expand knowledge and skills. The group meets on the third Tuesday of each month. At each meeting the participants are encouraged to share at least one cooking/baking hint. Participants do not need to be expert cooks, but have to be willing to share.

Pleasurable evening activities in and around Carlsbad are scheduled for singles and couples for lively conversation and good old fun.

Those interested in gardens and planting find themselves out and about town on Thursday visits to all things potted, planted or grown. Enjoy gardens, nurseries and discussion afterwards at lunch.

The Golf group meets on Wednesdays at the Lomas Santa Fe Executive Course, located at 1580 Sun Valley Road in Solana Beach. There is a morning tee time. Players can call the course at 858-755-0195 to add their name to the Newcomers list.

Hand & Foot is a card game played with partners. It is similar to Canasta but more fun and entertaining.
The players meet the second Wednesday of each month at a member’s home. Players bring a snack to share and a beverage for themselves. Beginners are always welcome.

Reserve your third Thursdays for lunch out with other members to taste some of the area’s finest cuisine.

Both the Beginners and Experienced groups play the American version of the ancient Chinese game of Mah Jongg using the National Mah Jongg League's game card. Players use tiles with special designs to make one of the hands on the card. The first of the four players at the table to use all their tiles calls Mah Jongg.

Mexican Train is a domino game played according to the domino numbers in a certain order. The person playing all dominoes first is the winner. Challenging and fun. Beginners welcome.

The Needlework group is a gathering of crafty women who do a variety of handwork for themselves or to donate. The group meets the first and third Mondays in the Quilt Building in Rancho Carlsbad located off El Camino Real just south of College.

New players are welcome for this trick-taking card game played with a 48-card deck. Call the Chair for more information.

The Theater Group provides an opportunity for any member to attend live theatrical performances held throughout San Diego County. Performances are chosen at the semi-annual meeting. Often, carpooling and group discounts are available.

Over the years, this dynamic group of creative women has donated over four thousand quilts and lap robes to local charities. The current recipients of their love are Camp Pendleton Maternity, Wounded Warriors and Brother Benno. If you wish to help them give back to the community, join them or make a donation of material.

Join the morning wake-up-walk along the beachfront on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. After the Friday walk, the walkers have breakfast. Meet the group at the parking lot behind Harbor Fish on Carlsbad Boulevard. Walkers of all speeds and conditioning are welcome.

Explore treasures and places of interest in our area and beyond. Date and cost will vary depending on the location.

Members of the Card & Board Game Group get together for a break in their week to enjoy some laughter and fun while playing board and card games. Think Uno, Sorry, Whist, Hand & Foot, etc. Beginners and experienced players are welcomed. The group currently meets via Zoom and boardgamearena.com

The Virtual Happy Hour group meets via Zoom to chat and share stories with other Newcomers, and pour a drink of whatever - anything goes!