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Welcome to the Boulder Newcomers Club website!

BNC is a volunteer-run, non-profit social organization with nearly 400 members. We are a very active club, with over 30 events per month, ranging from Member Mingles to fun hikes on the beautiful trails around Boulder. We join to make new friends and have fun together while learning about our communities. We are couples, singles, empty nesters, working people, and retirees who are new to Boulder County. Feel free to explore our website! Take a look at our schedule on the monthly calendar; watch our slideshow of members making friends. If you have lived in Boulder County for three years or less, and decide we are a good fit for you, please see our instructions below for how to join the club. We look forward to making friends with you, too.

Sincerely,

Tom Ortwein, BNC President

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April 2026 


🌸 Bloom into April with BNC! 🌸

Get ready to fill your calendar; choose from 36 exciting events and activities this April, plus 2  early sign-up opportunities starting March 31st!

📝 Important Note: These two early sign-ups below do not count toward the limit of 4 events on Registration Day.

📅 BNC Annual Meeting
Join us for a brief Zoom call on Wednesday, May 13th. We’ll recap our fiscal year, introduce the 2026-27 Board Members, and thank our incredible roster of volunteers. Bring your questions for the Q&A session! Details will be sent via email to those who sign up.

🎉 Spring Shindig
Mark your calendars for Friday, June 5th! Enjoy a catered evening event with stunning views of the Flatirons, private access to the entire Boulder Museum, and exclusive access to the rooftop deck. This is an event you won’t want to miss!

 

 

April Highlights:

  • 🌐 Ted Talks BNC Style: Delve into the world of Nuclear Weapons with our expert speaker.

  • 🎥 Documentary Film Discussion: Explore “Miracle - Boys of 1980s” featuring the USA vs Soviet Olympic Hockey, complete with recent interviews and in-depth analysis.

  • 🍫 Cooking Class at Peace, Love, and Chocolate: Satisfy your sweet tooth while learning new culinary skills.

  • 🏛️ Tours:

    • Boulder Recycling

    • Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art

    • Architectural tour of Laws Whiskey House (includes tastings!)

  • 🥾 Hikes & Walkabouts: Adventure awaits at South Boulder Creek, Royal Arch, Emerald Lake, Homestead History, and Miller Rock.

  • 🔍 Explorers Club Presentation: Discover the mystery of America’s most famous cold case: Where in the World is Amelia Earhart?

  • 🚴‍♂️ Fun Activities: Join us for social bike rides or pickleball, 5 mingles, book clubs, games, and so much more!


 Tom Ortwein
 BNC President


 

 

 


 


 

 

 

 

 

 

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Why Join the BNC?
The BNC sponsors myriad activities for members every month, from parties, lunches, dinners and drinks to lectures, documentaries and book clubs, to movies and theater, to hiking and biking. And then some.  

Want to check us out? Click Calendar for details about upcoming events or click Interests for a description of each activity type and click About BNC for more information about the club.

We would love to have you if you have resided in Boulder County for fewer than 3 years.

Membership costs only $40 per year, per person, through May 31. To sign up or learn more click Join the BNC.


For questions, click  Contact Membership Director.