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President’s Message
As Summer Slowly Fades
As we move through August and begin to sense the gentle transition toward September, it’s a wonderful time to pause and appreciate the moments that make summer special—especially the time we spend with friends.
There is something special about August—the way the afternoons seem to linger just a little longer, giving friends one more reason to gather. A few ladies settle together, enjoying the warmth of the summer day and the easy comfort that comes from good friends. There is laughter, stories shared, and perhaps a little too much dessert. No one is in a hurry to leave. For a while, there is nowhere else they need to be and nothing more important than simply enjoying one another’s company. It is one of those simple summer moments that somehow becomes a treasured memory.
But August has a way of reminding us that summer doesn’t last forever. Soon the evenings will arrive a little earlier, September will be here, and calendars will begin filling with lunches, dinners, games, gatherings, and new adventures. And while we may say goodbye to summer, we don’t have to say goodbye to the friendships that made it special.
So let’s savor these final days—the laughter, the conversations, and the simple pleasure of being together. After all, the best part of any season isn’t the weather or the calendar. It’s the friends we share it with.
Board Meeting
Date: September 2, 2026
Meeting Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Home of Alta McGovern
The following list provides the host residences for each month’s board meeting:
March 4
Lanita Algeyer
April 1
Beth Holzberger/Diana Soriano
May 6
Joyce Brady
June 3
Diane Millikin
July 1
Charlotte Pitts
August 5
Carla Lewis
September 2
Alta McGovern
October 7
Donna Cerna
November 4
TBD
December 2
Lanita Algeyer
January 6
Linda Jenkins
February 3
Barbara Ferone
Membership
Newcomers Membership is $35.00 annually. Our fiscal year is June through May.
Download a new member application for a full year.
If you join mid-year (sometime in January through April), dues are $17.50
Download a new member application for half a year.
For information about membership and new or renewing member applications, please contact Joyce Brady, V.P. Membership.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the purpose of the club?
Newcomers and Friends of Santa Clarita Valley is an inclusive social club that brings women together for friendship, fun, and support.
How do I join?
You can join by printing out the membership application on our website or by contacting the membership chair, Joyce B
Is there a membership fee?
Yes. Annual dues are required. Members who join January 1st to April 30th pay half the annual fee.
Is there an orientation event?
New and potential members are encouraged to attend Coffee Corner to meet members and learn about the club. Contact Donna C
What kinds of activities does the club offer?
We offer monthly luncheons, coffee gatherings, dining groups, teas, games, book clubs and social events.
When are the meetings?
General meetings/luncheons are held on the second Thursday of each month at 11:30 AM. Click here to view luncheon details.
Coffee Corner meets on the third Thursday at 10:00 AM. Click here to view meeting locations.
Second Cup meets on the fourth Thursday at 10:00 AM. Click here to learn more.
Other gatherings are posted on the website calendar under Events and Activities. Click here to learn more.
2026 - 2027 Newcomers and Friends Board
Executive Board
President
Joey Dieringer
Joey’s favorite thing about NC&F: All the friendships formed.
Executive VP
Charlotte Pitts
Charlotte’s favorite thing about NC & F: Meeting new people and DIG & DOG
First VP <br>(Luncheons)
Lanita Algeyer
Lanita’s favorite thing about NC&F: Meeting new people and talking to them
Second VP <br>(Membership)
Joyce Brady
Joyce’s favorite thing about NC&F: Making new friends
Secretary
Linda Jenkins
Linda’s favorite thing about NC & F: Playing Mah Jongg with old and new friends
Treasurer
Diana Soriano
Beth Holzberger
Diana & Beth’s favorite thing about NC & F: We enjoy the interactions of the Board members as they do all that they do.
President
Joey Dieringer
Executive VP
Charlotte Pitts
First VP (Luncheons)
Lanita Algeyer
Second VP (Membership)
Joyce Brady
Secretary
Karen Towles
Treasurer
Diana Soriano, Beth Holzberger
Activities
Kathi Studden
Recruitment
Donna Cerna
Website Editor
Linda Jenkins
Linda’s favorite things about NC & F: Playing Mah Jongg with new and old friends
Small Group Coordinator
Open Position
Open Position
Recruitment
Open Position
Open Position
Board Members
Auditor
Sandy Bull
Sandy’s favorite thing about NC & F: The people
Birthdays
Jeane Cruse
Mary Ellen Vassil
Alta McGovern
Jean’s favorite thing about NC&F:
Mary Ellen’s favorite things about
NC & F:
Alta’s favorite thing NC & F: Kindness!
Email Communication
Diane Millikin
Diane’s favorite thing about NC & F: Meeting new ladies and creating friendships, I would never have the chance to otherwise.
Explorers
Open Positions
Open Position
Historian
Evelyn Molina
Evelyn’s favorite thing about NC & F: Playing Rummikub and Bunco with my old and new friends
Hostess
Sandy Osburn
Sandy’s favorite thing about NC & F: Laughter filled meals with friends
2nd Cup
Sandy Osburn
Sandy’s favorite thing about NC & F: Laughter filled meals with friends
Luncheon Decorations
Sue Owen
Elaine Hall
Sue’s favorite thing about NC&F: DOG (Dining Out Group) – Getting to know ladies I’ve met previously and first timers
Elaine’s favorite thing about NC&F:
Luncheon Programs
Ruthie Smith
Ruthie’s favorite things about NC & F: Monthly luncheons with new & old friends/playing Chinese Mah Jongg
New Member Liaison
Donna Cerna
Sandy Osburn
Donna’s favorite thing about NC&F: The Coffees!
Sandy’s favorite thing about NC & F: Laughter filled meals with friends
Raffle Drawings
Carla Lewis
Wynn Weber
Barbara Ferone
Carla’s favorite thing about NC & F:
Wynn’s favorite things about NC & F: Socializing with loving, kind & fun women
Barbara’s favorite thing about NC & F: Making new friends
Parliamentarian
Carla Lewis
Carla’s favorite thing about NC & F:
Publicity
Karen Towles
Karen’s favorite thing about NC & F: Making new friends and serving on the board
Social
Lanita Algeyer
Lanita’s favorite thing about NC&F: Meeting new people and talking to them
Sunshine
Jeane Cruse
Jeane’s favorite thing about NC&F:
Auditor
Sandy Bull
Birthdays
Jeane Cruse, Mary Ellen Vassil, Alta McGovern
Email Communication
Diane Millikin
Explorers
Donna Cerna
Historian
Hostess
Karen Towles
2nd Cup
Sandy Osburn
Luncheon Programs
New Member Liaison
Cheryl Anderson, Sandy Osburn
Opportunity Drawing
Carla Lewis, Wynn Weber, Barbara Ferone
Parliamentarian
Sandy Bull
Publicity
Jeanne Iler
Social
Lanita Algeyer, Sharon Lindquist
Sunshine
Jeane Cruse
Luncheon Decorations
Sue Owen, Elaine Hall