Mission Statement

It is the goal of Newcomers and Neighbors of Seymour and Oxford to bring the women of both towns together to form friendships, become acquainted with our towns, their facilities and organizations.  The Club works together to support various functions to benefit our communities and local charities such as the town libraries and fire departments, Boy and Girl Scouts, Spooner House, Norma F. Prfiem Breast Cancer, St. Jude's Hospital, The Umbrella program, Ronald McDonald House and Seymour/Oxford Food banks.  The Club also sponsors its annual Heart and Home Craft Fair every fall in which all net profits go to local charities, scholarships and community projects.

 

Who We Are

The members of Newcomers and Neighbors of Seymour and Oxford are composed of women of various ages, life stages, interests and professions.  We are married, single, moms, grandmothers, educators, human resource specialists, direct-selling consultants, nurses, paralegals, realtors, recruiters and volunteers.

 

Our interests include scrapbooking, decorating, quilting, decorative painting, knitting, reading, cooking and outdoor activities.

 

Scholarships

We award two scholarships each year in honor of John T. DeBarber (the first Seymour resident to be lost to us during the Viet Nam War) to two graduating high school students residing in Seymour or Oxford. Another scholarship is awarded to a woman who is going back to college for a higher or additional degree.

 

For more information on how to apply for a scholarship, please contact Cheryl Romeo 881-9127 or email cmt59@adelphia.net.

 

Meetings

Monthly meetings are held the first Wednesday of the month from September to June starting at 7:30 p.m.  We meet in the Community Center at Christ Church located on Route 188 (Quaker Farms Road) in Oxford.

 

Following each short general meeting, there is a program designed to peak the interest of the members.  The programs may include:

 

Interior Decorating	Crafts
Gardening / Landscaping	Cooking Demonstrations
Stress Relief /Wellness	And more...
Line Dancing

 

There are additional programs/events which take place during the Club year that are held on separate dates for adults and/or children.  They include:

Monthly Book Club	Secret Pal
Gourmet Club/Adult Social	Craft Workshops
Children's Activities	Children's Playgroup

 

Why Should You Join?

As members of Newcomers and Neighbors of Seymour and Oxford, you have an opportunity to socialize with a variety of fun women in a relaxing setting.  Whether you are new to the area, or have been living here for years, you will certainly benefit from the wide variety of programs and social gatherings we offer.  There are also many opportunities to get together with women who have similar interest as you.

 

How Do I Join?

Membership is open to all women, over 18 years of age, who reside in Seymour or Oxford.  By simply filling out the application on this website, or printing it out, and paying your dues of $15, you can become part of our wonderful Club.  With your membership, you will receive a discounted membership at Peak Fitness located at 1 Klarides Village in Seymour, a monthly newsletter available online at our website, and a directory of our members.

 

If you are unsure as to whether this Club is right for you, attend one meeting and meet the members, view our scheduled programs and help yourself to a beverage and snack set up by our Hospitality team.  There is no pressure to join, just have a good time.

 

For more information on how to join, please contact Lauren Huffman-Mehalik 881-9308 or LaurenHuff@aol.com