ZACHARY NEWCOMERS CLUB

Our History

The Zachary Newcomers Club was formed in 1984 to provide a medium by which new families may become better acclimated to Zachary and the surrounding community.

Initiated by the Chamber of Commerce, the club remains actively supported by the Chamber, City of Zachary and many local businesses. The club has become a strong volunteer base for many local organizations such as schools, the City, the Chamber of Commerce, the McHugh House Museum and others. Actively involved with many charities throughout the year the club is a proud supporter of the Zachary Food Pantry, Council on Aging, FAZE and the Zachary Historical Association.

The club is governed by a thirteen member Board with the five executive officers being elected by the membership each April. The club has it's own Constitution and By-Laws.

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Book Club

The Book Club meets once a month at a member's home and is finished by noon.
The group picks the books they would like to read but reading all the books is optional.
Selections have included "Lie Down With Lions" by Ken Follet
and "Evangeline" by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.
Discussions often lead to lively conversations.

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Bunco

Bunco is a lively dice game where chance rules. The game is easy to learn and lots of fun.
The group meets once a month at 7 p.m. at a member's home.
The cost is $2.00 per person which you are likely to win back, plus some!

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Crafts

Meeting monthly at a member's home, the crafts group engages in an inexpensive project each month.
Providing a great way to learn new crafts and get fantastic ideas for gifts year round.

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Out-to-Lunch

Held the fourth Thursday of each month, immediately following the Board meeting, Out-To-Lunch is one of the club's most popular groups. Members have lunch at a wide variety of restaurants. This group is a great way to get to know members of the club in a more informal setting and try new restaurants for your family.

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Pokeno

An interest group so popular it has morning and evening groups,
Pokeno is a lively card game that is very easy to play.
The group gathers at a member's home and the cost is only $2.50 which goes into the winning pot.

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Secret Pals

Members may join the Secret Pal group at any General Meeting.
Members spend the year sending anonymous cards and
gifts to their partners and trying to guess who their secret pal mitght be.
Secret Pals are revealed at the May General Meeting when a final exchange of gifts takes place.

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Socials

A variety of socials are offered throughout the year for club members to get out and enjoy themselves.
Cruises on the Mississippi, progressive dinners, and Halloween parties complete with costumes and
pumpkin carving contests have been enjoyed.
Club members are encouraged to involve their families in several family socials during the year,
including a Fall Fest, Palm Sunday Breakfast and a Spring Picnic.

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Stitch-n-Sew

A great group for avid stitchers, the Stitch-n-Sew group meets once a month at a member's home
for refreshments and socializing while working on individual projects.
These can include crocheting, knitting, mending or any handwork.

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Civic Committee

This committee finds local organizations in need of financial help or causes for the club to donate to.
They also address requests from community organizations for volunteers to help with such things as
decorating the McHugh House for Christmas,
assisting at local nursing homes
and providing food and clothing for needy families.

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Membership Requirements

Residents who have lived in the Zachary area for five years or less are eligible to join the club.
Dues are $10.00 per year, starting in October.

Interested persons may attend two General Meetings and one Interest Group or Membership Tea
before committing to join the club.
Members in good standing receive a membership book and a monthly newsletter
(mailed courtesy of Lane Memorial Hospital.)

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General Meetings

The General Meeting is held on the third Thursday of each month, September through May.
The meetings take place at the Zachary Police Complex.
The meetings generally last about 45 minutes with a program afterwards.
Programs have included everything from "Citizens Against Crime",
to fashion shows with club members acting as models.
Door prizes are donated at each meeting by local businessmen.