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ywempowerment: newcomers club
ABOUT US
The Ridgewood Newcomers Club is a program of the YWCA of Bergen County, a non-profit organization serving the greater Ridgewood area. Since 1947, our club has been bringing new residents in the community together for friendship and fun! With membership exceeding 200 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 sponsors a variety of activities and events. Whether you’re interested in joining a playgroup, cooking, or having a night out, we are sure there is something
for you! Join Now!
Fundraising Efforts
Throughout the year, the Newcomers Fundraising Committee will organize various events in order to raise money to support the YWCA and its programs.
Newcomers Cares
This charitable program gives Newcomers members the opportunity to make a difference in our community. Short-term projects include a food drive and a holiday toy drive. If interested, please contact:
Heather Zarnett hzarnett@yahoo.com
Tyrell Januzzi tcjanuzzi@gmail.com
Elizabeth McCarthy azzarae@hotmail.com
Newcomers Emergency Assistance Team (NEAT)
If you, or any Newcomer you know, needs assistance due to a medical or family crisis, we can help with meals, childcare and/or transportation. Please contact Jenny Stillman at jennystillman@hotmail.com for more information.
Newcomers Referral Service (ROLODEX)
Do you need the name of a landscaper, physician, or plumber? Do you want to recommend someone with whom you’ve worked? The Newcomers professional services Rolodex is a list of professional service providers who have been utilized and recommended by Newcomers members. Please contact Jenny Stillman at jennystillman@hotmail.com for a referral or to add your own recommendations to the Rolodex.
Childcare
Members will receive an email notifying them of when childcare is available at the YWCA.
Newcomers Event Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel a reservation to attend a paid event, you must cancel your reservation no later than one week prior to the event. To receive a full refund, you must notify the event coordinator(s) in person, or by telephone or email, at least one week prior to the event, unless specifically stated otherwise in the event description. Cancellations received after the stated deadline are not eligible for a refund. Refunds are not available to members who choose not to attend an event and fail to notify the event coordinator(s) to cancel a reservation.
BYOB Policy
Newcomers-sponsored events are BYOB (Bring Your Own Beverage), with the exception of events where alcoholic beverages are sold by or held at a third-party vendor. Ridgewood Newcomers promotes responsible drinking. If you are planning to consume alcohol, please select a designated driver. If needed, taxi service cards are available.
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 website, Referral Service (Rolodex), 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.