Activities

Our newsletter gives specific details each month about our programs and activities.  Here is a sampling of some of our current activities.

DAYTIME ACTIVITIES

BEECHWOOD TRAIL HIKING
If you enjoy the outdoors and the beautiful hills surrounding Fox Chapel, this group meets every Tuesday, weather permitting, for about one hour to walk the trails around Beechwood Farms.

BOOK CLUB
This group meets once a month. Members hold lively discussions about a book previously chosen by the group. A variety of authors and literary genres are explored.

BRIDGE
This group of novice to intermediate level bridge players meets once a week for several rounds of friendly play. New members who have played before, beginners with a few lessons under their belts and rusty players are all welcome!

GOURMET GROUP
This group meets on a monthly basis to enjoy each other's company, eat and exchange recipes.  Come with your appetites and your ideas to help plan the group activities for the year. 

LADIES DAY OUT
This is a great opportunity to explore your new city. We travel once a month to visit museums, the performing arts, exhibits, shopping areas and other places of local interest. Recent outings have included: Kentuck Knob, the Carnegie Museum of Art, the Pittsburgh Glass Center, the Strip District, Super Suppers and a "Day at the Spa."

MOMS & TOTS
This playgroup which meets twice a month is designed for pre-school children and their Moms. Play takes place in a member's home or at one of the many child friendly venues Pittsburgh has to offer such as the Pittsburgh Zoo, the National Aviary, the Toy Lending Library or the Children's Museum.

MOVIE MATINEE
This group meets on a monthly basis.   Attendees will gather beforehand, possibly for lunch, near the designated theater at a predetermined spot and time. 

TENNIS
This group meets monthly for friendly matches among members. Players at all skill levels are welcome.

VOLUNTEER & COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Fox Chapel Area Newcomers are dedicated to community service. Some of our recent outreach programs have benefited Family Resources, Gwen's Girls, the Food Bank and Global Links.

EVENING ACTIVITIES

COUPLES NIGHT OUT
Join other couples one Saturday evening a month to explore various Pittsburgh venues offering anything from dining to theater to bowling and more.

GAME NIGHT
Enjoy the company of others each month as you play Catch Phrase, Balderdash or another popular game in a member's home.

LADIES NIGHT OUT
This fun group meets once a month to enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.

SOCIALS
Several times a year we meet on weekends for food and fun. Spouses or other guests as well as singles are welcome and encouraged to attend. Our monthly newsletter gives all the details for each event. The highlights of our social calendar include a Fall Cocktail Party, a Holiday Party and a Spring Wine Social.

WINE TASTING
This group meets once a month to enjoy and learn more about wine.  Come alone or bring your spouse for an evening of wine tasting and discussion.

New activities can start at any time. If you have an idea, feel free to let us know!  For more information, please contact us.