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Happy Friendsgiving 
11-13-25

Cheers to our amazing committee 
who made it all happen



Susan, Laurel, Jean and Lora

 Friendsgiving Social Committee



Some of  the wonderful dessert   
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Looks delicious     
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SO hard to pick a favorite



And the winners are...

AND THE WINNERS


Enjoying time with friends
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Friends with New Friends
Friends and New Friends


Debbie, Diane and Tricia

Tricia Diane and Debbie


Looks yummy Joyce
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"Our Purpose"

The purpose of this organization shall be to introduce women of the community to each other and to offer them an opportunity for companionship and friendship  through social events and interest group activities, as desired by the members , on a non-commercial, non-profit, non-political, and non-discriminatory basis.


Take the Step to Meet New Friends and Enjoy the Fun!


Have you just moved into the Charlotte area? Or have you retired recently? Do you need to find a new path to make friends?  Whether you are brand new to the area or you have lived and worked here for years, New Friends of Carolina (NFC) offers the opportunity just right for you to broaden your friendship circle.

New Friends of Carolina has been transforming the lives of its members since 1989 as a not-for-profit social club for women.  You will find the members of the club to be both warm and welcoming.  We can't wait to meet you!  Please browse the complete list of offerings by scrolling down to INTEREST GROUPS and UPCOMING EVENTS  below.

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Lunch  Bunch1
at
Jekyll & Hyde
10-10-25



 Karen and Frankenstein


              Karen and Frankenstein                   



"You come here often?"

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Ilene and her "New Friend"
Illene ANd Monster


Diane and Ally with their
lunch mate
Diane and Ally with the Witch


December Monthly Membership Event
Your LAST MINUTE REMINDER...
Registration closes November 27th!
 


Thursday, December 11, 2025
10:30 am Social - 11:00 am Brunch Buffet
at
Ballantyne Country Club
11120 Ballantyne Crossing Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28277

Menu
Fresh Harvest Fruit Platter
Freshly Baked Assorted Breakfast Pastries
Applewood Smoked Bacon
Country Sausage Links
Homestyle Potatoes with Sweet Peppers and Onions
Buttermilk Pancakes
Shrimp and Grits
Romaine Salad with
Cranberries, Apples and Toasted Almonds
Assorted Petit Desserts...
Mini Tarts, Layer Cakes, Cannoli and Frosted Donuts
Coffee, Hot Tea and Assorted Juices
Bar with Credit Card Only
**********
Cost: $40 Members...$50 Guests
Space for: 100 New Friends "Sisters"



 
Join all of your NFC Friends
for a
Holiday Brunch Buffet
Music...Delicious Holiday Treats...Surprises...And Laughs Galore!

It's the MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR
Thursday, December 11, 2025
10:30 am Social - 11:00 am Brunch Buffet
at
Ballantyne Country Club
11120 Ballantyne Crossing Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28277



Interest Groups

  • Appetizers with Friends
  • Better Homes & Gardens
  • Book Lovers
  • Book Swappers
  • Brews and Bites
  • Bunco # 1
  • Bunco #2
  • Contract Rummy
  • Crafty Creations 
  • Dining with Divas
  • Drama Queens
  • Five Deck Canasta
  • In the Know
  • Ladies Night Out
  • Lunch Bunch #1
  • Lunch Bunch #2
  • Matinee Madams
  • Mexican Train #1
  • Mexican Train #2
  • Mexican Train #3
  • Evening Mexican Train
  • Rummikub
  • Samba
  • Scrabble
  • Sip & Stitch
  • Travelers
  • Winers & Diners

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events

 

The President's Message

Welcome to December...
 

It’s the most wonderful and the busiest time of the year. As we prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving this week, I want to thank each of you for being New Friends.  Whether you are playing card games, making crafts or attending lunches or dinners, I am thankful for each one of you.  You make this club very special, and I am honored to call each of you my friend.  Enjoy the holidays and take time to remember those who are not as fortunate.  Volunteering at the food pantry, visiting an assisted living home, serving a meal at the shelter or helping families of domestic violence are some ways we can bless others.

 

I will be announcing the nominating committee for 2026 in December at the Holiday Luncheon and via an eblast to all members of the club.  If you are interested in more information about becoming a board member, please reach out to the chair once her name is announced.  Nominations will be taken through February 26, 2026. 

 

Last call to register for the holiday luncheon to be held on December 11.  As of this writing we have 20 spaces left.  The final cutoff for registration is Friday, November 28.  If you need to cancel, please do so before this date to receive a credit for another event.  No cancellations or registrations will be accepted after noon on November 28.  This year, we will begin at 10:30 am for Social time and at 11:00 am we will enjoy a delicious Brunch Buffet.  The brunch will include fresh fruit, pastries, scrambled eggs, bacon and sausage, home-style potatoes, pancakes, shrimp and grits, salad, desserts, coffee, tea and juice.  This luncheon is highly subsidized by the club with members at $40.00 and guests $50.00.  We will NOT be having a gift exchange this year, but Santa says, “Don’t worry I have something for everyone.”  There will be a fun short program entitled “The Night Before the Holiday Luncheon”.

 

Just a few things to think about registering for in December. Ladies Night Out will be having a fairy hair party.  If you have never had fairy hair this is your chance to sparkle for the holidays. Lunch Bunch 1 and 2 will combine and have a delicious meal at Tap & Vine in Stonecrest Shopping Center.  Book Lovers has their annual luncheon on December 17.  Bunco #2 has their annual cookie exchange.

 

Can you believe the infamous Y2K was 25 years ago already? 

 

Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanzaa to all!  As you celebrate, enjoy your friends and family this holiday season.

 

Blessings to all,

Jeanne Deiger, President
New Friends of Carolina