Please join us on Monday, February 16th to discuss Anthony Doerr’s novel All the Light We Cannot See. Julie Welter volunteered to host us for the evening in her home at 1266 Sun Ridge Dr. We’re looking forward to a night filled with laughter, wine and hopefully you! If life makes reading the book impossible it’s ok, bring a bottle, dessert or an appetizer and all will be forgiven. RSVP here.

Join us for a fun dinner out at Shouf’s Cafe on Thursday, February 19th at 7pm. The reservation is under “Newcomers”; please RSVP below!

Join us for a craft night field trip! On Friday, February 27th, we’ll be eating together at Cucina Bella. We have a reservation for 7 people, so please RSVP early if you plan to join us.

You’ve met some new friends through our club . . . Now it’s your Sweetheart’s turn! Dress him up and bring him out! It’s a great chance to make couple friends and enjoy a date night with your Sweetheart!

Every couple will go home with a door prize. Watch our private FACEBOOK PAGE and weekly e-mail for announcements of door prizes!

Event Location: Alibi Room at St. Clair County Club – 2300 Old Washington Rd.

$66 Couple includes Valet Parking and Hors d’oeuvres Buffet:

• Teriyaki Chicken Brochette

• Oriental Pot Stickers with Soya and Wassabi

• Wonton Fried Shrimp with Sweet n’ Sour Sauce

• Mini Mushroom Caps, Spinach and Sun Dried Tomato

• Fresh Camponata Bruschetta with Chèvre Cheese

• Curried Vegetable Slaw Wrapped in Peppered Sirloin

• Feta Cheese Tart with Caramelized Onion

• Crostini with Pesto and Goat Cheese

• Cake

RSVP & Payment Required by February 14th

Mail a check payable to USC Newcomers’ Club to Lisa Smith, 1349 High Oak Ct.

Please include your Sweetheart’s name with your RSVP!

It’s time to get out of the house! Meet us at the Old Rec Center (McLaughlin Run Rd) on Friday, January 30th at 6:30 for some family fun. Activities include board games, indoor bowling, billiards, and Minute-to-Win-It games for all ages (and possibly Corn Hole if we can find the bean bags!).

An assortment of pizza, chips, and beverages will be served for dinner. If you would like, please feel free to bring an appetizer or  dessert to share with others, and of course your favorite game.

Cost is $10 per family and you can RSVP on the Newcomers
website until Wednesday, January 28th. Please include
names/ages of children, and food item and/or game you want
to bring. Look forward to seeing you there!

Misery loves company! Truth is, whether Pennsylvania’s Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow or not, there will still be a lot of winter left in Pittsburgh!

So bring your wallet, and meet up with others to commiserate the cold over breakfast (from menu) at another famous Pennsylvanian: Eat’n Park.

Upon arrival, ask for Upper St. Clair Newcomers Club or l@@k for the table with the big yellow pineapple!

PLEASE RSVP by Sunday, February 1st.

NOTE: Breakfast cancelled if USC schools cancel or are on two-hour delay.

Location: Eat’n Park, 301 South Hills Village

Why did you want to join the USC Newcomers’ Club? 

My husband is from USC and I have 5 really fun sister-in-laws in Pittsburgh, but thought it would be nice to meet some other people without my last name. The events looked fun as well!

Where did you recently move from?

We lived in Austin, TX. The move was bittersweet. We loved Austin and had amazing friends but wanted to be closer to family.

Where did you grow up?

I moved around a lot growing up, but New Jersey was my final stop in 8th grade.

Where did you go to college and what did you study?

University of Maryland, College Park. I graduated with a degree in Sociology. I went to Caldwell College in NJ for graduate school in education.

What do you do for your day job?

I taught 3rd and 6th grade until I moved to USC. I now work from home as a relocation consultant.

Do you have any kids? If so what are their names and ages?

Yes, I have 2 boys. Oliver is just shy of turning 4 (Dec. 3) and Jack is 2 1/2.

Do you have any pets?

Yes, a dog Annabelle. She is our lovable mixed breed of cuteness. She will be 9 in January.

What do you like to do for fun?

I like to hang out with my family, friends, travel, read, and check out live music.

What books on your shelf are begging to be read?

I used to read a lot more. Nowadays, I typically only get to the book club selection each month. Right now I’m reading January’s selection, Americanah.

What’s the biggest goal you are working on now?

I would like to get back into running or find some other form of exercise that fits my schedule. I desperately want to organize my garage so we can park our cars in there before the throes of winter. Not sure which goal has a better chance.

What upcoming Newcomers’ event are you looking forward to attending?

I look forward to them all but mostly the next couples event. I haven’t been to one yet! I hope we can make it.

Let’s gather for drinks and apps at BRGR. We will have fun, games and fabulous prizes! Join us on Thursday, January 29th at BRGR at the Galleria starting at 7:30. RSVP here.