About Us
A Vibrant Social Club
The Brockville Newcomers' Club
The purpose of The Brockville Newcomers' Club is to welcome new people to the City of Brockville and the surrounding area. The Club arranges events and activities which enable people to make new friends, become familiar with the local area, and integrate into their new community.
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The Brockville Newcomers' Club has been a cornerstone of the local community for 50 years.
Meet Us
Brockville Newcomers' Club Executive Team
John Cushing
President & Newsletter Editor
It's a pattern! When John’s wife signed up their son for Beavers, she was asked "what would you or your husband like to do for the organization?" The result is John became a Beaver Leader. When his wife was asked the same question by the Brockville Newcomers Club, John became the Treasurer.
Beth Scott
Past President
Beth is absolutely loving life in Brockville, embracing every moment with a vibrant array of activities! From paddling and golf to curling, skating, and even belly dancing, she's truly living the dream. And of course, her dedication to volunteering adds another wonderful layer to her bustling, joyful life.
Vince Aragona
Vice-President
As a photographer, Vince is still waiting for the job offer from National Geographic. In the meantime, he is happily filling his portfolio with images of stunning sunrises over the St. Lawrence, though he’s quickly discovered that Brockville offers so much more than picturesque views.
Lotte Davies
Vice-President
After decades of globetrotting and addressing the needs of pets and their humans, Lotte found herself drawn to Brockville. Now, she's set her sights on a truly ambitious goal: kayaking to at least half of the incredible 1800+ islands nestled within the Thousand Islands National Park!
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Patti Goodman
Secretary
So much to do, so little time to do it. Between her active pursuits at the "Y", golfing, swimming the river, book clubs, quilting and family commitments – Patti still marvels at how much fun retirement life can be.
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John Cushing
Acting Treasurer
It's a pattern! When John’s wife signed up their son for Beavers, she was asked "what would you or your husband like to do for the organization?" The result is John became a Beaver Leader. When his wife was asked the same question by the Brockville Newcomers Club, John became the Treasurer.
Gary Jaffray
Membership Registrar
Gary is so glad to have moved to Brockville with its small-town charm. The days and years are flying by with new interests like pickleball, bridge, piano, and gardening - most of which he is still happily learning. Who knew retirement could be this busy and fun?
John Dickie
Meeting Registrar
After years of designing and manufacturing automatic machines, John has finally embraced the beauty of manual operations - especially when it comes to the delightful art of raising a glass - proving that some things are just better done by hand.
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Deirdre Keegan
Special Events Coordinator
Deirdre is Irish born and a qualified Irish dancing teacher who can jig, sip wine, and kayak—all without spilling a drop. Deirdre navigates life with equal parts curiosity and good wine. When not chasing dreams, she’s probably chasing her dog—or a new playlist.
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Gwen Gibson
Social Member Representative
A true nature lover and an avid admirer of all things green, Gwen can often be found happily wandering the many scenic trails around Brockville. That is, of course, when she isn't completely engrossed in the latest captivating mystery novel by her favorite author, Louise Penny.
Jennifer Werner
Interest Group Coordinator
Jennifer is currently focused on gently supervising her childrens' raising of her grandchildren. When relieved of these duties, she finds time to volunteer at Maycourt, host the BNC Pubbers night, tend to her garden, and contribute to Brockville's burgeoning social scene.
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Carmine Bonacci
Member-at-Large
After spending many years in the chemical industry, Carmine now spends his time looking for and creating positive interactions with new acquaintances, friends and family. He finds that the inputs and outputs of these connections often lead to some very interesting and delightful outcomes.
