Fundraising Efforts
First Friends
Childcare During Luncheons
Newcomer Referral
Service
Newcomers Emergency
Assistance Team (NEAT)
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About Us
The Ridgewood Newcomers Club is a program of the YWCA of Bergen County. For over 50 years, our club has been bringing new residents in the community together for friendship and fun. With a membership of more than 300 families, Newcomers is a great way to meet people and get involved in the community. Newcomers is run exclusively by volunteers who have recently moved to the area. Each year, Newcomers hosts a wide variety of activities and events aimed at the diverse interests of our membership. In addition to monthly luncheons, Newcomers also supports various interest groups which include Saturday night socials, book groups, playgroups, and groups for husbands. As a member, you can go to any of the events and activities. There is truly something for everyone! Residents in the Ridgewood area can join Newcomers at anytime during the year. There really isn't an easier way to make new friends, get to know a wonderful community and have lots of fun in the process! Please contact us to get more info about membership!
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Fundraising Efforts
As an integral part of the YWCA and the Ridgewood community, the Newcomers Club of Ridgewood raises thousands of dollars each year for the YWCA. Throughout the year, the Newcomers' Club hosts several fundraising events, big and small, for which the proceeds go to the various YWCA's programs.
First Friends
First Friends is a service provided to connect first-year Newcomers with an "experienced" Newcomer with common experiences (e.g., living in the same neighborhood, moved from the same town, having children the same ages, etc.). A First Friend can help introduce you to the area, answer questions about the Newcomers organization, and suggest places to go and things to do. To sign up, contact Michelle Anderson or Eileen Sheeman.
Child Care During Afternoon Luncheon Programs
Child Care is available at the YWCA (112 Oak St., Ridgewood) for all afternoon Newcomers luncheon programs at the YWCA. Reservations must be made no later than the Friday prior to each program and are on a first-come, first-served basis. You must pay for reservations unless you cancel by noon on the Tuesday prior to the program. Child Care begins at 12:30 p.m. (Note: Children will not be accepted after 1:00 p.m.) Costs are as follows:
- $7.00 for Infant Care (2 months to 2-1/2 years)
- $7.00 for Playtime (2-1/2 to 6 years)
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Newcomer Referral Service
Newcomers maintains a list of doctors, plumbers, contractors, and other professionals who have been recommended by our members. Contact Maria Vester for more information.
Newcomer Emergency Assistance Team (NEAT)
If you or any Newcomer you know needs assistance due to a medical or family crisis, we can provide meals, childcare and/or transportation. Contact Maria Vester for more information.
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Disclaimer: Neither Ridgewood Newcomers nor the YWCA of Bergen County warrants, endorses, guarantees, or assumes responsibility for any product or service advertised or offered by a third party, or featured in any banner or other advertising, through the Newcomers or YWCA's website, Referral Service (Rolodex), monthly newsletters, other forms of communication (written or oral) or at any Newcomers or YWCA activity or event. The information is provided with the understanding that Newcomers is not engaged in rendering legal, medical, financial, counseling, or other professional services or advice. As with the purchase of a product or service, you should use your best judgment and exercise caution where appropriate.
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