{"id":5,"date":"2008-02-28T14:38:05","date_gmt":"2008-02-28T20:38:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/olympicnewcomers.org\/news\/?page_id=5"},"modified":"2026-04-14T15:04:40","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T21:04:40","slug":"welcome","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/olympicnewcomers.org\/news\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome Page"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Welcome to The Olympic Newcomers’ Club<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Members Gather at Salt Lake Recreation Area for the August 2025 Annual Picnic<\/p>\n\n\n\n

North Olympic Newcomers\u2019 Club is a friendship-based social club created to help people connect, explore, and enjoy life on the beautiful Olympic Peninsula. Whether you\u2019re brand new to the area or have lived here for years, we welcome you! Many of our members have been with us for over a decade\u2014and they\u2019re always eager to share their knowledge of local life, events, and hidden gems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Community of Fun, Learning, and Friendship<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We offer a wide variety of activities designed to help you discover the Olympic Peninsula\u2019s culture, lifestyle, and natural beauty. From group outings and small-group dinners to special interest gatherings and social events, there\u2019s something for everyone. It\u2019s a great way to share hobbies, make new friends, and have a wonderful time along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join Us!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Membership dues are collected each May. Both new and returning members can download the membership application here: Membership Form 2026-2027. <\/a>You can find out more about our Club by attending an event as a Guest. Contact our Membership Chair for more information, Send an Email<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To join, simply mail your completed membership form and check to our Membership Chair (address included on the form). You can also contact the Chair with any questions using the link at the bottom of this page<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Come Meet Us!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you would like to attend some events before becoming a member, you can come as a guest of a member you know. Ask the member to add you to their reservation. If you don’t know a member, you can contact the Event Chair by way of the Chairperson-link on the appropriate event page to be assigned a member sponsor<\/span>. Guests can attend up to three Club events. Charges incurred by guests are the ultimate responsibility of the members sponsoring the guests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re new to the area, don\u2019t miss our Explore the Peninsula<\/a> page\u2014it\u2019s packed with helpful information and is accessible to members and non-members alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Want to Get Involved?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We encourage members to host or help with activities\u2014it’s a fun way to connect with others and help keep our club vibrant and welcoming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Questions about joining?<\/strong>
Contact our Membership Chair with your questions or comments here: Send an Email<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Need help with the Membership Directory?<\/strong>
Reach out to our Directory Chair at: Send an Email.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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