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pop-up activities
Pop-up activities offer spontaneous fun and connection, featuring outings to local points of interest, a Mardi Gras King Cake tasting Party, creative cooking sessions, and wine tastings with friends... a great way to explore, learn, and enjoy memorable experiences together. Have an idea? Let us know!
American Mahjongg
Join our American Mahjong group for expert instruction from experienced competitive players—perfect for beginners and those wanting to improve their skills.
Lunch Bunch
Lunch Bunch offers a fun and relaxed opportunity to connect with Newcomers Encore friends while exploring a wide variety of restaurants throughout the Baton Rouge area. With a smaller group than the monthly luncheon, it provides a more intimate setting—perfect for enjoying good food, great conversation, and meaningful connections.
Movie Night
Enjoy a fun night out with fellow members starting with dinner at a Perkins Rowe restaurant, followed by a movie at the Cinemark Theatre—perfect for good food, great films, and even better company!
Pokeno
Our two daytime Pokeno groups offer members a fun and social way to enjoy this classic game together. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just learning, these friendly gatherings are a wonderful chance to relax, laugh, and connect with fellow members over a little light-hearted competition.
Annual Fashion Show
Our annual Fashion Show, held during the September luncheon, is a much-anticipated event that showcases the latest styles with our very own members as models. It’s a fun, fashionable, and festive way to kick off the club year—celebrating friendship, confidence, and community spirit
Monthly luncheon
Join fellow members each month for a relaxed lunch at some of the best restaurants in the Baton Rouge area. It’s a great opportunity to catch up with friends, meet new ones, and enjoy guest speakers who share interesting topics and insights.
Book Clubs
Newcomers Encore offers two book clubs—Literary Review and Red Stick Readers—where members gather in each other’s homes to socialize and dive into thoughtful discussions about books of their choice.
canasta
Our two Canasta groups offer members a chance to enjoy friendly competition and socializing
Bunco
Join fellow Newcomers Encore members for a fun, slightly competitive game of bunco—offered in both daytime and evening groups!
Euchre
Join us for Saturday night Euchre—a fun and social evening of cards with fellow members. Spouses are welcome, so bring your partner and enjoy some friendly competition!
As a member of Newcomers Encore of Baton Rouge, you're invited to take part in any of our fun activities and events. Just check the newsletter for meeting details and contact information. Have an idea for a new activity? We'd love to hear it—reach out to a board member to get it started!