New Bern Mayor Jeffrey Odham will discuss revitalization efforts in the downtown area and will be prepared to handle any other topics of interest during the Newcomers Club of New Bern monthly meeting on Thursday, September 10, from 7-8 p.m. at 311 Middle St. in downtown New Bern. The meeting is open to anyone who has moved to the New Bern area within the past few years, has experienced a life-changing event such as retirement, divorce, or the death of a spouse, or is just looking to make meaningful connections with others. For more information, visit www.newbernnewcomers.org or email info@newbernnewcomers.org.