How do immigrants become assimilated into their new society?

In assimilating, I think it's important to remember that the immigrant is adding to his or her societal and cultural understanding, not replacing it. Learning cultural and societal cues and norms are important in assimilating. It may help to befriend and observe a citizen who was born within the country. Picking up a sport or activity, joining a club with other assimilating immigrants, enrolling in local classes, attending churches, eating out at local restaraunts, and just in general observing the societal norms of citizens are all ways to begin assimilation. Citizens of the new society can also benefit from being exposed to the cultures of new immigrants, making sharing just as important as assimilating.