CA in NC Social Club — Friendship, Food, Wine, Conversation and Community

California Roots.
Carolina Home.

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26+ Years of Friendship,
Memories & New Adventures

A relaxed social gathering community for former Californians who now call Governors Club, Chapel Hill and the surrounding area home.

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Welcome home

For more than 26 years, Californians in North Carolina has connected neighbors who share a love for good food, great company, and the stories that shaped us. From the beaches of California to the beauty of the Tar Heel State—our journey continues together.

Different coast. Same spirit.

Spring & Fall Gatherings

Twice a year we gather in a member’s home, usually from 5:00–7:00 PM. Bring a shareable dish and something to drink.

Share. Reminisce. Connect.

Share California stories, reminisce about the good old days, and celebrate new life experiences in North Carolina.

Governors Club & Beyond

Most members are from Governors Club, with friends from the surrounding Chapel Hill area.

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Facebook Group

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Pinterest

Ideas, inspiration, and a touch of California.

Spotify Playlist

Our California-to-Carolina soundtrack.

Email Committee

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A longstanding tradition

Simple by design.
Meaningful by nature.

We meet twice each year—once in spring and once in fall—at a member residence. Guests bring a shareable food item and something they would like to drink. The evening is casual, conversational, and made for reconnecting with friends, welcoming newer participants, and sharing the Carolina chapter.

Shareable dish 5:00–7:00 PM Friends old & new
Next California Connection Gathering
Date
To be announced
Time
5:00–7:00 PM
Location
Governors Club area
Bring
A shareable dish + beverage

Friends, Food & Conversation

California memories, Carolina friendships, and plenty of stories shared around the table.

A room full of California connections
A room full of California connections
Friends, old and new
Friends, old and new
Conversation around the table
Conversation around the table
A California-inspired spread
A California-inspired spread
Gathering together in Carolina
Gathering together in Carolina
California stories and warm welcomes
California stories and warm welcomes
Friendship, food and conversation
Friendship, food and conversation
A different kind of Carolina neighbor
A different kind of Carolina neighbor
CALIFORNIA

★  California Fun Facts

California stretches roughly 800 miles from north to south, became “The Golden State” officially in 1968, and is home to 58 counties.

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♣  Life in North Carolina

From wooded views and wildlife to the everyday moments that made this place feel like home, there is always a new Carolina story to share.

A different kind of backyard visitor.
California conversation starters
800miles north to south
1968officially “The Golden State”
58California counties
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Your next chapter
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Friendly, informal, connected

California Connection Committee

The organizing group remains intentionally informal while coordinating hosts, invitations, RSVPs, member communications, photographs, surveys, social links, and welcoming new participants.

Contact email coming soonQuestions · Ideas · Photos · Hosting