10/16/2024
Bring your lunch or snacks and join other parents at Newton Park! Both babies and toddlers are welcome.
Shade covered tables are available to meet right next to the playground. Parking is available in the lot off of Fairview Ave for convenient access. Feel free to come and go as you are able!
Please be sure to click all the way through to "Complete this Registration" to RSVP! Registrants will be notified morning of if inclement weather should arise and event is canceled.
If you are not a current Newcomers member and would like to attend this event as a trial, please contact the activity lead directly.
Location: Newton Park
707 Fairview Ave
Glen Ellyn, IL
10/17/2024
Join other Parents and Tots members for an afternoon of fall festivities at Cosley Zoo.
Pick a pumpkin from the thousands that will be scattered on the lawn and ride the carnival rides perfectly suitable for kids 5 and under.
Admission to Cosley Zoo is $10 for adults. Free admission is available for all children (17 and under), Wheaton Park District residents (with Universal Resident ID) and Cosley Zoo Members.
Please be sure to click all the way through to "Complete this Registration" to RSVP!
Location: Cosley Zoo
1356 N Gary Ave
Wheaton, IL
10/20/2024
Come enjoy a day at the Autobahn Country Club on Sunday, October 20 from 9:30-2pm.
Enjoy 2 sessions racing outdoor go karts reaching speeds of 55mph! Plus, a private tour of a machine shop/garage that focuses on open wheel race cars. Last but not least, head to the big track to check out the professional race car drivers, followed by a chance to casually drive on the track in your own car behind a pace car (speed limit 55 mph), or just enjoy lunch and beer, wine, etc. from the Clubhouse patio. Two full racing simulators will also be available to try driving different cars on different tracks.
Must be 14 years old to drive go karts. Kids are welcome to join as spectators. Email GNO@gennc.org for guidance if you’re unsure.
Please be sure to click all the way through to "Complete this Registration" to RSVP!
Location: Autobahn Country Club
3795 Centerpoint Way
Joilet, IL
11/7/2024
In partnership with Glen Ellyn Alliance, join GENNC for a night on the town!
Start at Chocolaterie Stam with a drink and appetizer before strolling the festive boutiques and shops. Discover the best gifts for your holiday list with many discounts and specials, while enjoying wine and treats along the way!
Tickets are $20 per person and can be purchased via Downtown Glen Ellyn Alliance but please also RSVP here on gennc.org. If running late, we will have a contact to text at Stam to meet up with Newcomers LNO group.
If you're a new member and looking for double the Newcomers fun in one night, be sure to also register for our Rookie Party. You can shop from 5-7 p.m. and then join our Rookie Party from 7-9 p.m. at the Made in Italy Speakeasy. Register for the Rookie Party!
Please be sure to click all the way through to "Complete this Registration" to RSVP!
Location: Chocolaterie Stam Glen Ellyn
530 Pennsylvania Ave A
Glen Ellyn, IL
11/7/2024
New members (and partners!) are invited to our Rookie Party at the Made in Italy "Speakeasy"!
Enjoy appetizers on us and a cash bar while you meet and mingle with new GENNC members! RSVP soon—space is limited to 45 people!
If you're looking for double the Newcomers fun in one night, be sure to also register for Ladies Night Out. Start at Chocolaterie Stam and shop from 5-7 p.m., then join the Rookie Party from 7-9 p.m. Register for Ladies Night Out!
Please be sure to click all the way through to "Complete this Registration" to RSVP.
Contact Marissa & Jenae at membership@gennc.org with any questions.
Location: Made in Italy: Speakeasy
476 Forest Ave
Glen Ellyn, IL
There are currently 24 spots remaining out of 45
11/9/2024
Come one, come all! Step right up for family fun at the GENNC Fall Festival.
Join us at Lake Ellyn for a celebration of fall featuring festive carnival games, professional family photos, and so much more! Cost is $12 per family.
Please be sure to click all the way through to "Complete this Registration" to RSVP!
Location: Lake Ellyn
645 Lenox Road
Glen Ellyn, IL
11/14/2024
Join us as we discuss Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera. Please bring an appetizer, dessert or beverage to share. Location and address details will be shared to those who RSVP.
Please be sure to click all the way through to "Complete this Registration" to RSVP!
Location: Member's home, RSVP for details
12/12/2024
Join us as we discuss Lilac Girls by Martha Hall Kelly. Please bring an appetizer, dessert or beverage to share. Location and address details will be shared to those who RSVP.
Please be sure to click all the way through to "Complete this Registration" to RSVP!
Location: Member's home, RSVP for details