AA, D.R.A., Al-Anon 
(Alcoholics Anonymous, Drug Users Anonymous and Families of Users) meet twice weekly at the Methodist Church.  Call for schedules: 663-2250

Community Association, Newcastle.  Founded in 1979 as a non-profit organization, the objectives of the Association are to provide members with up-to-date information regarding developments of economic, environmental and social concern, and to take action as needed in order to preserve the rural flavor, pride and safety of the community.  NCA has been instrumental in sponsoring Candidate Forums, co-sponsoring the annual Newcastle Celebration Day, awarding scholarships to graduates from Del Oro and Placer High Schools and generally keeping our community apprised of developments affecting our lifestyle.  Membership is open to those whose residence and/or property has a Newcastle mailing address or to those who have or have had a family member enrolled in Newcastle Elementary School.   The NCA Board of Directors meets on the first Monday of each month (except July, August and December) at 7:00 p.m. at the Newcastle Elementary School.  Mailing address is P. O. Box 777, Newcastle, CA., 95658.  Currently, Diane Ross (663-4818) is the incumbent President. 
NCA now has a separate page on this website - click here for current topic info.

Lion's Club
Newcastle Golden Spike Lion's Club meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the Portuguese Hall on Taylor Road.  President Alex Blanca is serving for 2008/2009 - telephone 916-663-2179.  Events include (but not limited to!) White Cane Day, Halloween House, Flag Day @ schools, Easter Egg Hunt and Newcastle Clean-up Day.  The Newcastle Golden Spike Lion's Club contributes toward other functions and fundraisers held within the community.