WELCOME
The Newcomers Club of Cuernavaca, Mexico, is a non-profit social organization with a membership base of 200 plus people and focuses on the cultural integration of our members into the vibrant and diverse Mexican environment with its warm colors and sounds. Our membership is composed of both new arrivals and long term residents.Our purpose is to:
- Help newcomers settle in and around Cuernavaca
- Offer programs, activities and social events for all our members
- Provide information and resources about Cuernavaca and Mexico
- Support the local community through community outreach projects
CUERNAVACA, MORELOS, MEXICO
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Cuernavaca is a resort city and capital of the state of Morelos 50 miles (75 kilometers) southwest of Mexico City. From Mexico City you cross the Ajusco mountains, part of the Sierra Madre range descending to Cuernavaca, located at 5,000 ft (1,340 mt) above sea level. The city is known as “The City of Eternal Spring” due to its near perfect year round climate and has attracted vacationers since the days of the Aztecs being considered a perfect place to escape for relaxation, tranquility and beauty. The city’s population is estimated at 350,000, although the numbers grow much larger on weekends due to the many visitors arriving from Mexico City. It is typical of the Mexican tradition to have much of the city’s beauty hidden behind walls, often adorned with vibrant bougainvillea. The temperature ranges from 78°F (26°C) to 90°F (32°C) year round. Traditionally the rainy season lasts from June to October. Cuernavaca is situated ideally as a base for exploring a great diversity of interesting places not only within the city but in the state. There are plenty of museums, archeological sites, churches, haciendas, bathing resorts (balnearios), lakes, streams and villages. And a few hours drive will take you to Acapulco, Taxco, Ixtápan de la Sal, Puebla and Cholula. The city has modern theatres, shopping malls, hotels and universities. The international airport is at present being remodeled and is due to reopen in 2010. |
Morelotes - not long ago |
There have been many celebrity residents, and there is a substantial number of foreign residents. It is perhaps one of the city’s strengths that foreigners in the area become integrated into the welcoming local community. The Newcomers Club of Cuernavaca assists in that mission.
UPCOMING EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
- Sep 2 - General Meeting: renew membership/join, and Vanessa Dominguez will speak on "Mexican Cuisine: An Historic Journey of Important Moments and Significant Transformations". Calle Minerva 1, Col. Delicias at 9:30 a.m.
- Sep 23 - Mornings at the Movies: "Like Water for Chocolate", 10:00 a.m.
- Oct 7 - Annual Health Fair (includes flu and pneumonia vaccines and mobile dentistry unit)
- Oct 14 - Mornings at the Movies.
- Oct - Cocktail party and Nela Terraza concert.
- Nov 4 - General Meeting: Salvador Gonzalez will speak on the meaning of the "Day of the Dead".
- Nov 11 - Mornings at the Movies.
- Nov - Trip to Metepec.
- Dec 2 - Annual Holiday Bazaar.
- Dec - Holiday Cocktail Party.
PHOTO GALLERY
 Cuentepec pottery
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MEETINGS
Meetings are held on the first Friday of the month at 9:30 a.m. from September to June, unless there is a conflict with a holiday or other special event. We meet at Saint Michael and All Angels Church Hall, Minerva 1, Col. Delicias, Cuernavaca, Morelos. This is located behind Superama on Río Mayo.ADVERTISE
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