FAQ's

Is Santa Barbara Newcomers a good fit for me?

Do you want to learn more about the history and culture of your new home?

Am I eligible to join?

If you moved to Carpinteria, Summerland, Montecito, Santa Barbara or Goleta in the last 18 months, and you plan to live in the Santa Barbara area for at least six months a year, you are eligible to join.

How much does it cost?

Upon joining, there is a non-refundable one-time membership fee of $150 per person, which covers two years of membership (couples must join separately).  Many of our activities are free but some do require a fee when registering, to cover expenses of the event for those attending. 

How many are in the club?

There are over 750 newcomers to the Santa Barbara area. And we have an active alumni. In fact, we are one of the biggest Newcomer Clubs in the country!

What if I work?

One of our more active committees is called 20-40 Something's which hosts 4-8 activities each month geared toward members who are working. This committee concentrates on free, pay-as-you-go, and potluck-style events that happen on weeknights or weekends to fit most working professionals’ schedules. 

For more information, you can join one of our Prospective Member Orientations.