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Disaster preparedness never takes a holiday.
And that’s why Santa—also known as disaster prep whiz Phil Mandeville—and his CERT elves want to invite Leisure Worlders to get ready for whatever 2019 may bring.
And people can do that by making room in their calendars for the next 5-week, 20-hour CERT course.
CERT stands for Community Emergency Response Team. The course will teach citizen responders basic disaster skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization and disaster medical operations.
The next course in Leisure World will be held on Mondays, April 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, from 8 a.m.-noon. People who are interested in training should contact GRF Safety Coordinator Eloy Gomez at 431-6586, ext. 356, or Phil Mandeville at 879-0120.
Once residents are certified, they can maintain their skills in a CERT study group that meets from 1-3 p.m. on the first Friday of the month in Clubhouse 5, Room B.
CERT started as a grassroots effort to train volunteers to handle basic disaster response so professionals can focus on the more complex tasks required after a disaster.
Since 1993, CERT has expanded to 2,700 local programs nationwide, with more than 600,000 individuals trained since it became a national program. There are now CERT programs in all 50 states; each unique to its community but all building a “Culture of Preparedness.”
Such a culture exists in Leisure World, with CERT instructors like Santa Phil Mandeville training groups of volunteers every few months. It is estimated that there are 60 trained CERT responders in Leisure World, said Mandeville.
“We practice self activation disaster drills because, just like in the villages of Alaska, no immediate help should be expected,” Mandeville said. “The drill is simple. We take care of our house first, then, if able, we check on our neighbors. Then we gather at a designated place and see what or who needs help.”
In Leisure World, CERT is also the umbrella organization for the new Neighbor Helping Neighbor program, which pools the resources of the Drone, Radio and Rollin’ Thunder clubs to help in the event of a disaster.
The Neighbor Helping Neighbor team meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 1 p.m. in Clubhouse 1 to brainstorm on disaster prep here. All are welcome to participate.
CERT classes cover basics
The CERT Basic Course is delivered in the community by a team of first responders, and other qualified volunteers. Topics include:
• Disaster Preparedness: Addresses hazards specific to the community. Materials cover actions that participants and their families take before, during and after a disaster as well as an overview of CERT and local laws governing volunteers.
• Fire Suppression: Covers fire chemistry, hazardous materials, fire hazards and fire suppression strategies. However, the thrust of this session is the safe use of fire extinguishers, controlling utilities and extinguishing a small fire.
• Medical Operations Part I: Participants practice diagnosing and treating airway obstruction, bleeding and shock by using simple triage and rapid treatment techniques.
• Medical Operations Part II: Covers evaluating patients by doing a head to toe assessment, establishing a medical treatment area and performing basic first aid.
• Light Search and Rescue Operations: Participants learn about search and rescue planning, size-up, search techniques, rescue techniques and rescuer safety.
• Psychology and Team Organization: Covers signs and symptoms that might be experienced by the disaster victim and workers, and addresses CERT organization and management.
• Course Review and Disaster Simulation: Participants review and practice the skills that they have learned during the previous six sessions in a disaster activity.
Recognizing depression during the holidays
The holiday season can be a time of joy and happiness for many, but it can also be a challenging time for others. Maybe you’ve noticed a friend or neighbor is more withdrawn or has been less engaged. If this has been going on for a while, it may be depression. Depression is a difficult topic, but for many it is worth a conversation, as it is more common in older adults.
Depression may be caused by many different things, including other illnesses, difficult life events or even genetics. For some, depression may come from being alone. “Isolation is often a lot of the problem,” said Sheri Shafie, PharmD. She is a clinical pharmacist who will lead a class on grief and depression, its symptoms and causes, and how to care for yourself or a loved one.
The class will be held at the HCC in Conference, Room 1, on Dec. 17, from 10-11 a.m. RSVP by calling 795-6204. The class is open to all residents.
The class will help people understand depression, which can look like other health issues. Symptoms of depression include insomnia, changes in weight, feeling slower and difficulty focusing. That’s why a conversation can be so meaningful. It can help people figure out if symptoms stem from depression or another issue.
It can also be easier for someone to talk to a friend instead of a doctor. “Often, the healthcare team wants to offer a pill or send patients to another provider,” Sheri said, “but just listening can sometimes be the best thing you can offer.”
If the person has been struggling with feelings of depression for a while or feels isolated, there are things you can do. “Try to find ways they can be more involved in the community or with those around them,” Sheri recommended. Engaging in activities, such as the many clubs here at Leisure World, can make a big difference.
If the issue continues, talk to your friend about your concerns. “People need to know they are not alone in their feelings and sadness is normal in short periods of time,” Sheri said. If you think the issue is more severe, she suggests seeking the help of a mental health professional or contacting family members.
—from OptumCare at the HCC
Safe driving saves lives
To remain safe as a senior driver, it’s important to recognize and understand the physical and mental changes associated with age that can affect an individual’s driving ability, according to the California DMV.
Driving Behaviors
to Watch For
As a senior, it can be hard to notice gradual changes in your own driving ability. By being aware of problematic behaviors, you and your family members will be able to determine when you may need to surrender your license.
Here are a few of the driving behaviors that could raise red flags:
• Failing to stop at signs or red lights
If road awareness is an issue, recognizing stop signs and traffic signals could be a problem.
• Failing to yield the right of way
This includes turns at 4-way stops, left turns, intersections and pedestrian crosswalks.
• Unsafe lane changes
This includes difficulty merging and and cutting off other drivers when changing lanes.
• Inability to stay in traffic lanes
This includes swerving or drifting into another lane when turning.
• Driving too fast or slow
This may show inability to keep track of the posted speed limit signs or to control the vehicle properly.
• Getting lost frequently, even on common routes
Mental fatigue and confusion are also warning signs.
• Difficulty judging distance
This increases the chance of a collision.
In addition to these behaviors, if collisions, vehicle damage or an increase in traffic violations occur, it’s important to consider these to be warning signs that may require more immediate action.
Having the Conversation
As with any problem in life, it’s important to have someone you can talk to if driving safety has become an issue. Whether the conversation is initiated by the senior driver or by a family member, try to remember these tips for having a successful discussion:
• Focus on safety
The primary reason for the discussion is being safe behind the wheel and avoiding a collision that could result in injury or death.
Remembering that safety is the No. 1 priority will help you both to avoid any of the negatives that may come up.
• Have a one-on-one discussion
Including too many people can make things chaotic and stressful.
Instead, choose one person you feel comfortable confiding in who will be open to listening and helping you decide on the best course of action.
• Talk about independence
Surrendering your license can seem like losing your independence. Make sure you both talk about alternative transportation options that allow you to maintain some level of personal independence.
• Show support
It’s important to show compassion for your loved one before a decision can be made. Understand that you may be asking them to relinquish their independence—and that is a very difficult thing.
Listening to the person and being sympathetic to their needs will help you find an appropriate solution.
Questions You Should Ask
It’s important to be open and honest when deciding whether driving is a safe option. If you are concerned safety may be an issue for a senior driver, here are some of the important questions you should ask:
• Are you taking any medication?
Some prescriptions can affect the ability to operate a motor vehicle safely.
• Is there any recent medical diagnosis that could be a problem?
Some of the conditions that could make it difficult to operate a vehicle include: arthritis, diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, hearing impairments and seizures.
• Are you confident driving?
If a senior chooses not to drive as often or seems reluctant to drive, it could signal a problem.
• Have you had any recent accidents?
If so, action may need to be taken.
• Has driving become more stressful?
Agitation with other drivers or becoming tense about certain driving situations may not be healthy.
• Would you be willing to take a driving course?
The willingness to take a mature driving course or adapt to changes related to aging could signal that your loved one may still be able to operate a vehicle safely.
• Have you considered a professional driving assessment?
Since surrendering a license can be hard for some, ask if he or she would be willing to receive professional advice. Many clinics offer a professional driving assessment that can help determine whether or not vehicle operation is still a safe option. Once an agreement has been reached regarding a senior driver’s next steps, you’ll need to have a plan.
• Those who are going to continue driving should consider taking a mature driving course (Leisure World offers them; watch the Weekly for class times and dates).
•Discuss with his or her doctor when to take medications thatmay affect driving ability.
•Make changes to their driving position to improve steering and visibility.
•Decide at what times it is no longer safe to drive, such as: rush hour, at night, on busy roads and long trips alone.
People who plan to stop driving will need to:
• Surrender their licenses and get identification cards.
•Sell their vehicles, if necessary.
•Cancel insurance.
• Research alternate methods of transportation.
For more information on senior driving safety, visit the California DMV at https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv/detail/about/senior/senior_top.
Early Holiday Deadlines
The editorial deadline for the Dec. 27 issue is Wednesday, Dec. 19. The deadline for the Jan. 3 issue is Dec. 26. Early deadlines are necessary because of the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. Contributors should submit articles by 4:30 p.m. on early deadline days.
Holiday Lights Tour
The seventh annual Leisure World holiday lights tour aboard the GRF Minibus will be held from Dec. 17-21.
The Minibus service will conduct two tours each night, at 5:15 and 6:45, except Dec. 21 when there will only be a 5:15 tour.
The tours depart from the Health Care Center.
Seating is first-come, first-served.
GRF Minibuses seat approximately 19 passengers.
At the conclusion of each tour, all passengers who need a ride will be taken home or to any other location inside LW.
For further information, call Grant Winford, fleet manager, 431-6586, ext. 372.
LW lights up
Leisure World lights up for the holidays every year. The following is a list of notable decorations to enjoy during December. To submit a listing, email information to rutho_news@lwsb.com.
• Glenna Hoff, 1371 Pelham Road, 66-G, has a four-foot angel in her bay window. The angel is large and lovely, with sterioptic wings, crown and a bouquet.
• Christmas scene, 1411 Pelham, 64-H.
• Garnet Vyduna, Mutual 5, 1601 Golden Rain Road, 117-E
• Ty and Hien Vu, Mutual 2, 1536 Merion Way, 36-A
• Dorothy Schwartz, 1671 Interlachen Road, 285-E; a Christmas light display in loving memory of her husband, Bob Schwartz, who passed away in 2015. Grandson Jesse Salazar, granddaughter Jenny Salazar and great grandkids Jazmin and Jeremiah Salazar helped put the display together.
Woman’s Club lunch and cards is Dec. 21
The Woman’s Club card party and luncheon will be held on Dec. 21 in Clubhouse 2. Everyone should be seated by 11:45 a.m. Lunch will be served at noon.
Luncheon and cards are by reservation only. However, regularly attending card players who are current Woman’s Club members need not make a reservation.
Individual tickets are $11; tickets for a table of four are $44 and should be purchased by one person. There will be an opportunity raffle; tickets are three for $1.
In January the price of individual tickets will increase to $12 per person or $48 per table of four.
To cancel, change or make a new reservation, call Judy Belladella at 598-1784 no later than 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 18.
Reservations not cancelled must be paid for and the member will be billed.
Call Joyce Bissell at 596-0148 if a substitute player is needed.
Toys for Tots Christmas Show is today
The GRF Toys for Tots Christmas Show will be held today, Dec. 13, at 6 p.m. at Clubhouse 4. Live entertainment starts at 7.
The Long Beach Community Band will perform classical, traditional and sing-along holiday music. The festivities will include complimentary cookies and hot beverages. Santa and his elves will be on hand to collect Toys for Tots donations for the kids.
Under the direction of Greg Flores, the Long Beach Community Band is recognized as one of the region’s best community-based, symphonic ensembles and is completing its 71st concert year.
This 75-plus-member ensemble will bring an entertaining program filled with holiday spirit.
Evening on-call Minibus service will take shareholders to and from the event. Call 431-6586, ext. 379, to schedule a ride.
Bring unwrapped Toys for Tots to the show or drop them off at the Security Main Gate, North Gate, St. Andrews Gate or the Security Satellite Office.Building 5.
Watch Your Step
The Federal Trade Commission is warning people about scammers asking them to pay with gift cards or by wiring money. Scammers love getting you to pay that way because they can get your money fast and disappear.
According to the FTC’s new Data Spotlight, people 70 and older are reporting losing cash to scammers who pretend to be friends or family members in trouble. (You know the calls: “Grandma, I’m in jail. I need you to send me money for bail.” Or some variation on that theme). Here’s what the FTC is seeing from reports of friend and family scams:
• People report losing $41 million in the last 12 months; it was $26 million last year.
• One quarter of people 70 and older report paying scammers in cash.
• People 70 and older who paid in cash report a median loss of $9,000. Compare that to all age groups, who report losing a median of $2,000 so far this year on these types of scams.
So what if you get one of these calls? No matter how alarming it seems, stop and check it out. Get off the phone and call the family member who’s supposed to be in trouble—using a number you know is correct. Can’t reach them? Check with another friend or family member. And never, ever send cash by mail. (Or pay with a gift card. Or wire money to someone who demands it.)
And then tell the FTC by filing a complaint at https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov.
CAP Food Bank
Free food is available in Leisure World to eligible residents who are 60 years or older through Community Action Partnership of Orange County (CAPOC), which has a monthly distribution site by Clubhouse 4. The next food distribution will be Dec. 20.
Every third Thursday from 9-11 a.m., qualified people receive 40 pounds of food, including canned fruit, vegetables, meat, rice, juice, cereal and more.
Eligible seniors must live in Leisure World, be at least 60 years of age and meet income guidelines as follows: up to $1,287 a month for one person; $1,736 for two-person household; $2,184 for a three-person household. To sign up, bring a photo ID, and proof of income (Social Security/SSI Statement, letter or bank statement or paycheck stub).
People who are unable to apply themselves or pick up the box of food may send a proxy to act on their behalf with appropriate ID. People who need help arranging a proxy can call GRF Member Resource Liaison Cindy Tostado at 431-6586, ext. 317.
CAPOC will have a representative there to help people with applications for its program and for the separate Cal Fresh benefits, which are food stamps.
People over 55 who don’t receive SSI will qualify if they meet the following income guidelines: $2,010 per month for one person; $2,708 for a two-person household.
Bring an ID, Social Security card, proof of income and rent receipt to apply for food stamps.
LW Orchestra to hold Christmas concert
by Fred Recker
LW contributor
The Leisure World Orchestra will present a Christmas concert Saturday, Dec. 15, at noon in Clubhouse 4. The concert is earlier than last year due to scheduling conflicts; so be there at noon to hear the whole presentation. Admission is free.
The program includes “White Christmas,” “Finlandia,” by Sibelius; Variations on a Hebrew Folk Melody by H. Alshin; “Hansel and Gretel,” by Engelbert Humperdinck; Handel’s “Hallelujah Chorus,” “Spinning Song” by Mendelssohn, “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” by L. Mendelson, a polka from the opera “Schwanda, the Bagpiper,” by J. Weinberger; “Jingle Bells Forever,” by J. Pierpont; “Fiddle-Faddle,” by L. Anderson; and “Sleigh Ride,” by L. Anderson.
Here is how we put it together: Let’s take a Sleigh Ride (not a Flexible Flyer but Leroy Anderson) to Finland (Finlandia) and do a polka from Schwanda along the way. This is no Fiddle Faddle (also Anderson) but a serious trip on a White Christmas (not to, but by Berlin) to meet Hansel and Gretel with Bells that Jingle Forever with a touch of Sousa.
In the background will be Variations On A Hebrew Folk Melody for our Jewish friends. The motion will be like a Spinning Song from brother Felix (Mendelssohn) and after that the Hallelujah Chorus, can you Handel that? If not, we offer a Charlie Brown Christmas.
All are welcome for a fun afternoon of holiday music. There will be treats afterward with time to meet and greet orchestra members.
Former musicians are welcome to join the orchestra. It meets Monday and Wednesday afternoons in the Amphitheater. Trombone players are especially needed. Call or text Fred Reker at (615) 898-0669 for more information.
American Legion to host New Year’s dinner
The American Legion Post 327 will host a New Year’s Eve dinner catered by Naples Rib Company.
The dinner will be held at 6 p.m. on Dec. 31 at Clubhouse 3, Room 2.
Tickets are $25 per person, and the popular evening, open to all Post and Auxiliary members, and Sons members and their guests, is a sell-out every year.
Tickets are limited so reserve early by calling or texting Lee Esslinger at (310) 491-8990.
LW Library Update
The Leisure World Library is closed to install new shelving.
It will reopen Friday, Dec. 14, with regular service hours, according to Vanessa Morris, GRF library operations supervisor.
LW Pool Update
The Leisure World Pool is closed for annual maintenance through Friday, Dec. 14.
It will reopen at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 15, if all work has been completed.
Updates will be sent out via LW Live!
For more information, call the Recreation Department at 431-6586, ext. 398.
Longtime volunteer receives recognition
At the Dec. 4 Woman’s Club meeting, the membership paid special tribute to one of its own. Mickey Keswick was presented with an Honorary Life Membership for her volunteer service to the club as refreshment coordinator. For years, Mickey has steadfastly ensured that refreshments were properly prepared and served to the members at every regular meeting.
She has rarely missed a meeting or the opportunity to serve the Woman’s Club. Mickey is a wonderful example of unselfish volunteer service to her community and the Woman’s Club members join in thanking Mickey for her service.
—Nancy J. Barber
Health and Fitness
Meals on Wheels, Long Beach
Meals on Wheels of Long Beach, Inc., is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community service organization that delivers a variety of freshly prepared meals to homebound and active Leisure World shareholders. The discounted daily fee is $8.25 for a complete hot dinner and lunch consisting of a large salad or sandwich with a small side salad, dessert and carton of low-fat milk. Meals with a “friendly visit” are delivered weekdays between between 10:30 a.m-12:30 p.m. To start a new client application online at www.mowlb.org or call Caron Adler at 433-0232.
Monday, Dec. 17: Herb roasted pork roast with mustard sauce, garlic and chive mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, pears with cinnamon, turkey, ham and cheese sandwich with spinach, tomato and pickle, tricolor slaw.
Tuesday, Dec. 18: Chicken chop suey, brown and wild rice, Oriental vegetables, cantaloupe chunks, chef’s salad with turkey, ham, egg, tomato, bacon and blue cheese dressing, and crackers.
Wednesday, Dec. 19: Beef stew with potatoes, carrots, onions and celery, biscuit, carrot cake,roast beef and cheese sandwich with lettuce, tomato, pickle, carrot, and pineapple salad.
Thursday, Dec. 20: Oven-baked breaded fish with tartar sauce, mararoni and cheese, zucchini medley, banana, chicken salad sandwich with lettuce and tomato. marinated beet salad.
Friday, Dec. 21: Roast beef with mushroom gravy, au gratin potatoes, peas and carrots, bread pudding with lemon sauce, Cobb salad with turkey, ham, egg, cheese, bacon, tomato and blue cheese dressing; crackers.
Health Classes and Clubs
Yoga
Classes are offered Tuesdays at 10 a.m. in the Clubhouse 4 Lobby,
Thursdays at 10 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 1; and Saturdays, 10 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 2. The fee is $5 per session.
For more information, call Connie Adkins at 506-5063.
Yoga, Meditation, Tai Chi
Classes are offered from 9:30-11 a.m. on Saturdays upstairs in Clubhouse 6.
Paul Pridanonda teaches students to free the mind and spirit using laughter and slow and steady flow of tai chi movements.
For more information, call 430-7143.
Beginning Yoga
Classes are offered from 10:30-11:30 a.m. on Wednesdays in Clubhouse 3, Room 6, and at the same time on Fridays in Clubhouse 3, Room 7. Bring mats. The fee is $5 a class.
For more information, call Patti Endly at 430-7291.
Monday Intermediate Yoga
Classes are offered each week from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in Clubhouse 4, Section C; fee: $5 per session.
For more information, call Pat Castaneda at 225-0273.
Pilates
Chair classes meet from 5:30-6:30 p.m. on Thursdays upstairs in Clubhouse 6. The cost is $5 a class. Instruction includes seated and standing exercises.
Mat classes meet Thursdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in Clubhouse 6, Room C. Those who attend should bring a mat. All other equipment will be provided.
For additional information, call Susan Hopewell, 430-6044, or Linda Neer, 430-3214.
Ageless Grace
The eight-week chair-based exercise program, which addresses 21 specific aging factors, has weekly classes at 4:30 p.m. on Mondays, upstairs in Clubhouse 6. The exercises are practiced in a chair; $5 per session; $30 for all eight sessions. For more information, call Carol Costello at 596-3927.
Feeling Good Exercise
Move to the music from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Mondays in Clubhouse 1, with Sarah Grusmark and Thursdays with Katie Sellards. The fee is $3 a class. People of all fitness levels are welcome. For more information, call Cathleen Walters at 598-9149.
Stick, Qigong, Tai Chi Club
Stick exercises, qigong and tai chi chih classes are held from 9:15-11 a.m. on Tuesdays in Clubhouse 3, Room 1. For more information, call Joann Mullens at 596-3936.
Movement for Health and Self-Healing Medical Qigong Club
Qigong practice sessions classes are held from 9-10 a.m. on Thursdays in Clubhouse 3, Room 2. The session is led by Dave Heilig, QiGong practitoner. For more information, call Catherine Milliot at 760-4545.
Fitness Fusion Upper/Lower Body Strength and Yoga
Classes are offered from 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays in Clubhouse 6, top floor. Attendance both days is not necessary. The fee is $4 a class when paying by the month, or $5 for those who do not attend on a regular basis. The trainer leads warm-ups, light weight-lifting and standing yoga poses for improved balance. For more information, call Marion Higgins at 296-8328.
Chair Exercise
Classes are offered from 9:30-10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays in Clubhouse 1. Classes are for men and women at all fitness levels. For more information, call 493-7063.
Balance class to start in January
Have you turned down a chance to go out with family or friends, or cut down on a favorite activity because you are afraid you might fall?
If so, “A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls” is the program for you.
Fear of falling can be just as dangerous as falling itself. People who develop this fear often limit their activities, which can result in severe physical weakness, making the risk of falling even greater. Many older adults also experience increased isolation and depression when they limit their interactions with family and friends.
A Matter of Balance is a fall prevention program with an exercise component.
It is available to people who have fallen or have a fear of falling. This no-cost workshop emphasizes practical strategies to manage falls. It also teaches exercises that increase muscle strength, flexibility and balance.
The class can help people improve their quality of life and remain independent.
Classes meet two hours a week for eight weeks with two trained facilitators in a group setting. The workshop teaches participants to view falls as controllable, set goals for increasing activity and make changes to reduce fall risks at home.
It is sponsored by Orange County Office on Aging.
Recent participants gave high ratings to the workshop:
• “Loved the class! Sorry to see it end.”
• “I do more walking and exercise and recommend it to my family and friends.”
• “I feel stronger.”
• “I am more assertive in asking for help when I need it.”
• “Look forward to discussing problems and solutions with instructors and other students.”
• “I will do the recommended exercises because of this class.”
A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls begins on Tuesdays, Jan. 8-Feb. 26, from 9:30-11:30 a.m or 1-3 p.m.
You must register to attend, there is no more wait list. Limited spots are available. Register early.
Call Cynthia Tostado, GRF Member Resource and Assistance Liaison, at 431-6586, ext. 317, to register or for more information.
Wa-Rite Club
The Wa-Rite Club met Friday, and the top loser for the week was also queen of the month. Kathy Rose was honored for her hard work and discipline.
She shared her new healthier lifestyle with the group, attributing her weight loss to following these guidelines: For breakfast, two poached eggs, toast and fruit; no lunch except almonds if hungry; and a dinner of a protein, fish, steak or pork chop; steamed vegetables, and a dinner salad with dressing on the side. Instead of dessert, she eats fruit.
Kathy also walks a lot. She lost two-and-a-half pounds for the week and eight-and-a-half pounds for the month. Since coming to Wa-Rite she’s lost 27 pounds. What an inspiration.
The club had an auction where members got to spend “funny money” earned during the year. Santa’s elves were Carol Chambers, Margaret Humes and Diana Goins. They kept the ladies shopping and kept track of who bought what. It was fun spending with fake money and everyone took the shopping seriously.
Wa-Rite will not meet next week. Members will have a Christmas party at Ruby’s instead. People will meet at 8:30 a.m. in the parking lot at Clubhouse 3 for those who need a ride. The party starts at 9 a.m. for those with reservations.
—Margaret Humes
Seal Beach Community Services, in cooperation with Community Senior Serv, offers a weekly hot meals program at the North Seal Beach Community Center, 3333 St. Cloud Dr. The center is open from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Monday-Friday. Lunch is served weekdays at 11:15 a.m. Arrive by 11 a.m. to check in at the front desk; reservations not needed. Sugar-free desserts, including water packed fruits for diabetics, are available upon request. One-percent milk served. Suggested donation: $3 for seniors 60 and older; $5 for all others. For more information, call 430-6079.
Monday, Dec. 17: Macaroni and cheese, stewed tomatoes, salad with croutons, salad dressing, Mandarin orange.
Tuesday, Dec. 18: Mexican fiesta casserole, Spanish rice, pinto beans, salsa, fresh fruit.
Wednesday, Dec. 19: Mrs. Friday’s Fish with tartar sauce, sweet potatoes, peas and carrots, regular and diet banana pudding.
Thursday, Dec. 20: Baked meatloaf with gravy, mashed potatoes, broccoli, bread, orange juice, chocolate chip cookie, diet cookie.
Friday, Dec. 21: Beef tamales, Mexican rice, black beans, homemade pico de gallo, melon.
Perspectives
GRF SAFETY COLUMN
Cigarettes common source for fires
by Eloy Gomez
GRF Safety & Emergency Coordinator
Unattended smoking products and improperly discarded cigarette butts are a common source of fires in this community. These fires can easily be prevented. If you or someone in your home smokes you can take the following simple steps to prevent a fire from happening in your home and community.
Smoking Safety
• Never smoke in bed – if you need to lie down, don’t light up. You could doze off and set your bed on fire
• Take extra care when you’re tired, taking any sort of drugs or have been drinking alcohol. It’s very easy to fall asleep while your cigarette is still burning
• Never leave lit cigarettes, cigars or pipes unattended – they can easily overbalance as they burn down
• Keep cigarettes, lighters, matches and other smoking materials out of reach of children in a locked cabinet.
Put It Out
• Make sure your cigarette is fully extinguished. Put it out, right out!
• Fit and maintain a smoke alarm – A working smoke alarm can buy you valuable time to get out, stay out and dial 911. You can get a 10-year smoke alarm for roughly the same price as two packets of cigarettes
• Use a proper, heavy, deep ashtray that can’t tip over easily. Place it away from any combustible material. Make sure your cigarette is not still burning when you are finished – put it out, right out!
• Before you throw away butts and ashes, make sure they are out, and dousing in water or sand is the best way to do it.
• Do not discard cigarettes in vegetation such as mulch, potted plants, dried grass, leaves or other materials that could ignite easily.
Smoking and Medical Oxygen
• Never smoke and never allow anyone to smoke where medical oxygen is used. Medical oxygen can cause materials to ignite more easily and make fires burn at a faster rate than normal. It can make an existing fire burn faster and hotter.
Member Column
by Pat Chovanec
LW contributor
Ruth Beaman, 79, has a green covered golf cart she relies on for transportation throughout Leisure World. Her keys are kept in a convenient place. In her kindness she allows Don and I the use of the golf cart as well.
We used it Sunday for a trip to First Christian Church and returned it safely to its garage home. On Wednesday, Maggie, Ruth’s caregiver, went to get the golf cart and found it missing. She called me to learn we had not seen it since Sunday.
We asked around the neighborhood since her keys were kept in a known place. No one knew where it went. We contacted security and the Seal Beach police department. They both came right away to take a report and said they would be on the lookout, inside and out of Leisure World.
Mary McRaney and I took a walk around garages and parking lots without luck. We alerted security at the gate in case they saw it. We alerted strangers along the way to call security if they saw the little white and green golf cart travelling around. We gave security pictures of Ruth’s cart. Don drove around several carports to no avail.
I got an idea to post it on Joe Osuna’s Leisure World Seal Beach Facebook site.
More joined the search and shared good wishes. Suddenly I received a call from a stranger, Joyce Rettela, a Mutual 7 director. She informed me that the golf cart had been in front of her home for about two days.
She was looking for the owner as it was parked by the trash cans, which is not used for parking her mutual.
I took off in my scooter- only to have it start raining, so I returned home getting the car and Don. We met Joyce standing in the rain and shared information. Don jumped in the golf cart and drove it back to Ruth before I had a chance to call her.
She was so excited. We called security and the police immediately who completed their reports, which included Seal Beach coming out in the rain to finish their report.
We may never know who took the golf cart for a ride around Leisure World. We think it was taken for a joy ride or maybe a convenient way to transfer something. But I have to say this was a frightening experience for Ruth.
In this story, there was one bad person verses many more good people who cared to help. We must always appreciate the fact that there are many more good people in this life, and don’t leave keys where someone can easily find them.
Thank you to everyone who cared enough for Ruth to help her find her golf cart. It was amazing how fast this was resolved because of Joe’s Facebook page, called simply Leisure World Seal Beach.
LW Weekly Policy
Submissions in each of the following categories may be published at the discretion of the Publications Manager.
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Contributor: Restaurant review, theater review or travel journal submissions welcome subject to terms and conditions in the policy unless otherwise noted.
Political: Submissions concerning political issues outside of Leisure World and the City of Seal Beach will not be published.
Government
Democratic Club
Farewell bid to DPOC vice chair
At the Nov. 21 Seal Beach Leisure World Democratic Club members honored Democratic Party of Orange County (DPOC) Vice Chair Diana Carey for her two years of dedicated support. An important duty associated with her position was to facilitate a close understanding and working relationship between the DPOC and the club—a task she whole-heartedly embraced. She frequently led discussions on local politics, facilitated panel discussions and debates and joined in club celebrations.
Club members must now bid farewell to Diana because her duties as a newly elected member of the Huntington Beach Unified High School District Board will conflict with her role as a vice chair of the DPOC. She will be sorely missed.
As a lifelong educator who served in the district as a biology teacher, coach and administrator as well as a former member of the Westminster City Council, Diana is well equipped to serve in her new position.
SBLW Democratic Club continues to be involved in the life of the community. Once again, members will participate in the Orange County Women’s March. Reservations for a bus to the march on Saturday, Jan. 19, are now being accepted with the suggested donation set at $20 per person. As in the past, scholarships for club members are available upon request. Call Clara Wise, (909) 957-9886, for information or to reserve a spot.
Interested in getting to know fellow Democrats and neighbors in a relaxed setting? Join a group of club members at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 26, for the popular “Lunch Bunch” program. Participating in “Lunch Bunch” gives both new and old-time members a chance to get to know each other in an informal setting. Conversations are free-flowing and not necessarily political. Call Dale Lieberfarb, 594-1119 for information or to make a reservation.
Interested in joining the SBLW Democratic Club? Go to the website sblwdems.wordpress.com/, call Membership Chair Rachael Lehmberg at 340-9816, email lwsbdemocraticclub@gmail.com or attend the next club membership meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 16, at noon in Clubhouse 4.
GRF Board of Directors Agenda
Clubhouse Four
Tuesday, December 18, 2018, 10:00 a.m.
1. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance
2. Roll Call
3. President’s Comments
4. Announcements/Service Awards/Staff Commendation
5. Seal Beach City Council Member’s Update
6. Shareholder/Member Comments
Note: Foundation Shareholder/Members are permitted to make comments before the meeting business of the Board begins. The Open Meeting Act allows boards of directors to establish reasonable time limits for the open forum and for speakers to address the board. (Civ. Code §4925(b).) Time limits, per speaker, are limited to:
• 4 – minute limit per speaker, when there are no more than 15 speakers
• 3 – minute limit per speaker, 16 – 25 speakers
• 2 – minute limit per speaker, over 26 speakers
7. Consent Calendar
a. Minutes of the Mutual Administration Committee Board Meeting of October 8, 2018
b. Minutes of the Recreation Committee Board Meeting of November 5, 2018
c. Minutes of the Physical Property Committee Board Meeting of November 7, 2018
d. Minutes of the Executive Committee Board Meeting of November 9, 2018
e. Minutes of the Security, Bus & Traffic Committee Board Meeting of November 14, 2018
8. Approval of Minutes
a. November 27, 2018
9. Reports
a. Facilities and Amenities Review (FAR) Ad hoc Committee
b. Management Services Review Ad hoc Committee
10. New Business
a. General
i. Appoint New Committee Member
b. Architectural Design and Review Committee
i. Capital Funding Request – Landscape Replacement, Medical Center
c. Executive Committee
i. Approve Workers’ Compensation Policy Renewal
ii. Approve Uniform Contract
d. Finance Committee
i. Accept October Financial Statements
ii. Approve Funds Transfer
iii. Approve CD Purchase
iv. Approve Exclusive Use of Trust Property Lease Amendment:
1. Friends of the Library
2. Genealogy Club
3. Golden Age Foundation
4. Historical Society
5. Radio Club
6. Theater Club
7. Video Producers Club
v. FINAL VOTE: Amend Policy 5061-31, Fees
e. Mutual Administration Committee
i. FINAL VOTE: Amend Policy 1201-33, GRF Identification Cards
f. Physical Property Committee
i. Capital Funding Request – Building Improvements (Health Care Center) and Concrete Replacement (Health Care Center and Building Five)
11. Staff Reports
Director of Finance’s Report – Ms. Miller
Executive Director’s Report – Mr. Ankeny
12. Board Member Comments
13. Next Meeting/Adjournment
GRF Board of Directors meeting,
Tuesday, January 29, 6 p.m. Clubhouse 4
GRF Board
Executive Session
1:00 p.m., December 20, 2018
Administration Conference Room
NOTE: This meeting is closed to Shareholders/Members per Civil Code §4935
A. Call to Order – President Stone
B. Roll Call
C. Legal
D. Contracts
E. Member Disciplinary Actions
F. Personnel
G. Adjournment
“Agenda is Subject to Change”
GRF Board of Directors Meetings
Golden Rain Foundation committee and board meetings are open to Leisure World residents. Conference Room B is located downstairs in Building 5. The Administration Conference Room is upstairs in the Administration Building. The following is a tentative schedule of meetings on the Golden Rain Foundation master calendar, maintained by Administration:
Wednesday, Dec. 12 Security, Bus and Traffic Committee
Administration canceled
Thursday, Dec. 13 Communications Committee
Administration 1 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 14 Executive Committee
Administration 1 p.m.
Monday, Dec. 17 Finance Committee
Administration 9 a.m.
Monday, Dec. 17 Mutual Administration Committee
Conference Room B 1 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 18 GRF Board of Directors
Clubhouse 4 10 a.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 18 Information Technology Committee
Administration 1 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 20 GRF Board Executive Session
Administration 1 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 21 GRF/Mutual Roundtable
Administration canceled
Monday, Dec. 24 Management Services Review Ad Hoc
Administration canceled
Thursday, Dec. 27 Service Maintenance Committee
Administration canceled
Friday, Dec. 28 Facilities and Amenities Review Ad Hoc
Administration canceled
Schedule of Mutual Meetings
Mutual meetings are listed below. Mutual residents are invited to attend the open meetings of their mutual boards as follows:
Thursday, Dec. 6 Presidents’ Council
Clubhouse 4 9 a.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 11 Mutual 8
Conference Room B 9 a.m.
Wednesday, Dec. 12 Mutual 4
Administration 9:15 a.m.
Friday, Dec. 14 Mutual 3
Administration 9 a.m.
Monday, Dec. 17 Mutual 15
Administration 1 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 18 Mutual 14
Conference Room B 1 p.m.
Wednesday Dec. 19 Mutual 5
Conference Room B 9 a.m.
Wednesday, Dec. 19 Mutual 7
Administration 1 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 27 Mutual 1
Administration 9 a.m.
Friday, Dec. 28 Mutual 6
Administration 9:30 a.m.
Mutuals 2, 9, 11, 12 and 16 have canceled meetings in December. The GRF/Mutual Roundtable is also canceled in December.
Holiday Carport Schedule
The holiday carport cleaning schedule for 2018 is as follows:
Christmas Day
Tuesday, Dec. 25
Mutual 10, Carports 117-120, 122-124, will be cleaned Friday,
Dec. 21.
New Year’s Day
Thursday, Jan. 1, 2019
Carports will be cleaned as usual on New Year’s Day.
AMENITIES
Return survey by Dec. 14
The Trust Property Amenities/Recreational Use Questionnaire on page 7 of the Nov. 29 issue of LW Weekly should be returned to the LW Weekly office, or drop them in a white GRF mailbox located throughout the community. All questionnaires should be returned by Dec. 14. Copies can be picked up at the LW Weekly office, Monday-Friday, between 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Submit changes for phone book
Resident names are deleted from the LW Telephone Directory after LW Weekly receives a report of sale and escrow closing from the Stock Transfer Office, however over the years, many were not removed.
To provide the most up-to-date directory, the white page listings are being compared to the Stock Transfer listings of shareholders, residents and renters. Any name that is not listed on the current Stock Transfer roster will be removed. Those who inherited their units and keep the old listing will be deleted.
Anyone who moves within LW will also be deleted unless a form with the new address is submitted to LW Weekly.
Names are not automatically placed in the phone book. To be included shareholders must submit telephone book information to LW Weekly in writing. A form is available on page 8 of this issue and in the LW Weekly office.Religion
be removed. Those who inherited their units and keep the old listing will be deleted.
Anyone who moves within LW will also be deleted unless a form with the new address is submitted to LW Weekly.
Names are not automatically placed in the phone book. To be included shareholders must submit telephone book information to LW Weekly in writing. A form is available on page 8 of this issue and in the LW Weekly office.
Religion
by Rabbi Chaim Singer-Frankes
Interfaith Chaplain,
part-time ritual leader at
Congregation Sholom
During the December holidays, an inevitable question emerges with respect to the alignment of the Christian holiday of Christmas and the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah. The connection as a modern commercial jamboree will probably be less enduring than the two holidays’ concurrent observance on or near the Winter solstice, i.e. the longest night of the year. It is no stretch of the imagination therefore, to equate the significance of lights and glow, common to both festivals. Our ancestors living in Greco-Roman times craved light. But too, in the last 50 years, we have the dawn of an African-American festival of Kwanza, which also involves the kindling of a candelabrum, not unlike the Hanukkah menorah. Heaven knows that sincere renewal and the coveting of justice are fundamental American creeds.
It would be patently false to suggest that the holidays we observe respectively as members of one faith, ethnicity or another, are one and the same. They are of importantly separate origins, and they celebrate different events. However, the aim to bring light to a long and uncertain stretch of nights, certainly resonates in all of these solstice festivals.
So what of the propriety of displaying a Hanukkah menorah (the nine-arm candelabrum) alongside a Christmas tree in the public space? There are sound arguments among both the defenders and detractors. Perhaps it serves us better to envision what these sacred observances share: common principles of fellowship, family, and warmth in a diverse and multicultural American landscape. With the renewed advent of civil violence in our culture, it is no stretch to say that we live in a world that is desperate for light, of any kind. And thus, at the heart of our unified “winter,” we jointly find ourselves in a time of infernos, hateful slayings, and schismatic politics. In our long nights of wandering in the darkness, searching for our integrated purpose as Americans, we roam about in a grand, however fraught, experiment of shared civic principles and prized liberties. Unfortunately, what we share is a shadow of divisiveness, and that darkness can be very scary.
Why not then plumb our mutual wells of heart and bring together discrete symbols of light and hope–in a show of resolve against darkness and hatred. That is not to say that as Americans, we must become blurred into a pallid, murky sameness. But rather we can stand in proclamation: bearing the virtual lanterns of freedom and rights, which we all treasure. So in the spirit of shepherding that shadow away from our midst, let us unite as Americans at Leisure World, and joyfully respect those splendid and boundless icons of radiance which our traditions proclaim. Sharing the public space is what we do. Let’s do it in confidence as proud Americans, in respect to our essential uniqueness, and as a stand against all forces of darkness.
Wishes to all for peaceful, reflective, and gleaming holidays!
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH
Elves arrived to decorate chapel for Christmas
by Sue Kaminski
LW contributor
First Christian Church is ready for Christmas, that’s for sure. A hard-working crew of “Decorating Elves,” wearing antler ears, strung lights, decorated Christmas trees, hung garlands and wreaths, partook of traditional treats of the season, and most importantly set up the crèche (nativity scene) as the focal point because, Jesus is the reason for the season.
First Christian Church Saturday evening service begins at 5:15 p.m. with the Hospitality Room opening at 4:30 p.m.
Sunday morning begins with Elder Jack Frost teaching Bible study at 9 a.m. in the book of Exodus. At 9:30 a.m. the Hospitality Room opens for fellowship and light refreshments with Carol Speake and Sue Kaminski hosting.
Pastor Bruce Humes begins the worship service at 10:15 a.m. with praise, prayer and scripture, followed by Margaret Humes leading the congregation in hymns of worship, “Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus,” “What Child Is This?” and “O Holy Night.” The communion hymn will be “I Will Praise Him.”
The church choir, under the direction of Anita Ragole, will sing “O Sing A Song.” Elder Larry Massey will present the communion meditation and service. For the offertory, the Praise Team will sing, “Joy To The World.”
Pat Kogok will sing, “Go Tell,” followed by Pauline Massey who will read scripture from the Book of Ephesians 1:7-8.
Pastor Gene Cherryholmes’ message will be “Plan of Christ” based on Ephesians 1:7-8, God reaching down to helpless, sinful mankind to offer forgiveness, salvation, and eternal life as a free gift.
Prayer and verse-by-verse Bible studies during the week are held on Tuesdays with Pastor Humes and on Thursdays with Pastor Cherryholmes both beginning at 9:30 a.m. The Thursday evening Bible study with Pastor Phil O’Malley has been suspended until further notice.
Hearing enhancements are available at all church functions. Call the church office at 431-8810 for further information. Leave a recorded message and someone will get back as quickly as possible.
ASSEMBLY OF GOD
‘Feast of Christmas’ is Sunday’s sermon
“The Feast of Christmas” is the third in a series of messages by Pastor Sam Pawlak this Sunday, Dec. 16. The church meets in Clubhouse 3, Room 2, at 10:30 a.m. for worship, prayer, praise and fellowship. Visitors are welcome.
Denise Smith will lead the worship songs, which will be interspersed with the message and church family news by Diana Mushagian.
The ever popular Hymn Sing at 6 p.m. in the Clubhouse 3 Lobby will feature Tim and Susan Larson who live and work in the Pasadena area. They enjoy leading music at churches in the L.A. area and love creating music together. (More information on concert on page ?)
Two prayer meetings are held each Sunday, at 10 a.m. and 5:15 p.m.
At the Wednesday Bible Study at 10 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 7, Pastor Sam will begin the study of the book of Colossians.
Workbooks are available to aid in this weekly study.
LW COMMUNITY CHURCH
CSULB quartets perform Dec. 15
Leisure World Community Church will host the California State University, Long Beach, String Quartet and Wind Quintet from the Bob Cole Conservatory on Dec. 15 at 2 p.m. at Community Church. They will be performing selections from Haydn, Bizet, Borodin, Rimsky-Korsakov and Ravel. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the church office or at the door on the day of the concert. Bring a friend or neighbor and enjoy these talented musicians.
The University Wind Quintet is composed of the finest wind performers in the Department of Music. Known for its consistent superior quality of performance, the group is very active performing concerts, presentations, and in competitions throughout the West, including the renowned Coleman and Monterey Chamber Competitions. The University Wind Quintet recently recorded “The Enjoyment of Music, published by Norton and for Christopher Caliendo Publications.
Some of the greatest music ever written is for small string ensembles. The University String Quartet is comprised of winds and piano, and their stylistically informed performances are joyously presented.
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Community Church invites the Leisure World friends and neighbors to share in the spirit of Christmas and join it on Christmas Eve. A Christmas Eve Service is planned on Monday, Dec. 24, at 5 p.m. Come and experience the power and beauty of the Christmas story told in lessons and carols, and featuring the candlelight singing of Silent Night.
On Sunday, Dec. 16, Pastor Johan Dodge will present the morning message, “Turning the Soil.” The Scripture lesson is Luke 3:1-18. Serving as lay liturgist on Dec. 16 will be Grace Kim and Lois Han. Worship services are at 9:50 a.m. followed by coffee and refreshments in Edgar Hall.
THE SALVATION ARMY
Journeys of faith will be shared at Home League
On Monday, Dec. 17, Pastor Ed Morgan will be the speaker at the Salvation Army Home League meeting in Clubhouse 4 at 7 p.m.
Pastor Morgan is part of the ministry team at Free Chapel in Orange County. He has decades of experience working with youth and adults, and will share a little about how journeys of faith takes people to unseen places, with unexpected graces.
Coffee, tea and snacks are provided during the meeting. Members will enjoy songs, door prizes and more.
BAPTIST CHURCH
‘Christ’s First Coming’ is sermon
Clubhouse 4 will ring with the voices of the Leisure World Baptist choir on Sunday, Dec. 16. Sunday school is from 8:40-9:20 a.m. After Sunday school all are welcome to join friends at the round table for coffee and a conversation, followed at 9:45 by the morning service.
All will sing the call to worship “Let Us Worship and Adore Him.”
The choir, under the direction of Darlene Harris, will sing “O Holy Night,” “We Watched at Night” and “Thou Didst Leave Thy Throne.” The offertory will be played by pianist Yvonne Leon.
Pastor Rolland Coburn’s message is titled “Christ’s First Coming” from Luke, Chapter 2:1-20.
The closing hymn will be “Come Thou Long Expected Jesus.”
The Prayer Room is open following the service. Those who have concerns or needs can meet with members of the church family there.
The men’s fellowship will meet Monday, Dec. 17, at 10 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 8.
The Energizers will meet Wednesday, Dec. 19, in Clubhouse 3, Room 1, at 3 p.m.
For information, call 430-2920.
CONGREGATION SHOLOM
Rabbi Singer-Frankes will lead Shabbat services
Congregation Sholom Friday night services will be led by Rabbi Chaim Singer-Frankes on Dec. 14. The service begins at 7 p.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 9. An Oneg Shabbat will follow services.
On Saturday, Dec. 15, a bagel and cream cheese breakfast is planned at 9 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 9. It will be followed by Shabbat services with Rabbi Singer-Frankes from 9:30 a.m.-noon, followed by a dairy/potluck Kiddush lunch and study from noon-about 1:15 p.m.
The day’s Torah portion will be Vayiggash, in which Jacob brings his family to Egypt and is reunited with his son Joseph.
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The Congregation Sholom sisterhood will meet Dec. 13 at 4 p.m. at the home of Carol Levine.
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The walking group leaves Clubhouse 3(in front of the lobby) at 6:30 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays.
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The Short Story Book Club will meet on Tuesday, Dec. 18, at 1:30 p.m. at the home of Mort and Helene Goldberg.
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To provide a ride to services, or to get one, call Jeff Sacks at (714)642-0122 or Maria Bogart at 594-4362.
Faith Christian Assembly are blessed to give to those in need
For several years, the generous folks of Faith Christian Assembly made contributions of turkeys, hams, trimmings and financial donations for Thanksgiving and Christmas to needy in the community. Those at Faith Christian Assembly believe that they have been blessed by God in order to be a blessing and thank Tom and Pat Davis, for giving of their time to deliver these donations. Jesus lived his life this way as it says in Acts 20:35, “…remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”
Tuesday is Faith Fellowship Time at 11 a.m. in the Garden Room; Midweek Bible Study is taught by Pastor Sheri Lemming, Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the Garden Room.
To receive a free newsletter and for more information on the church, call 562-598-9010 or visit our website at www.FCAchurch.net.
Cheer up holidays with Christmas meal
St. Hedwig Parish in Los Alamitos will host a Christmas Legacy Dinner at 1 p.m. on Christmas Day. For over 35 years, this Christmas dinner has brought joy to those who are alone on Christmas day, and enabled them to experience the newfound friendships of the “cheerful givers” of St. Hedwig Parish.
The free dinner will feature festive Christmas music and decorations prepared by parish members and the children of St. Hedwig School. Transportation of Leisure World residents from the front gate to the event is available upon request.
For more information or to RSVP for the dinner, contact Ed or Dewey Foster at 598-7060. St. Hedwig Catholic Church is located at 11482 Los Alamitos Blvd. in Los Alamitos.
HOLY FAMILY CHURCH
Christmas schedule is announced
The Third Sunday of Advent will be celebrated on Dec. 16 at Holy Family Church, 13900 Church Place, next to the St. Andrews Gate.
The First Reading: Zephaniah 3:14-18A; Responsorial Psalm: Isaiah 12:2-3, 4, 5-6; Second Reading: Philippians 4:4-7; Alleluia: Isaiah 61:1; Gospel: Luke 3:10-18.
Make the celebration of Christmas and the New Year a spiritual one by attending the Sacrament of Reconciliation and daily Mass at 8:30 a.m. on the nine days before Christmas.
Christmas Masses and Confessions Schedule
Holy Family Church will celebrate Christmas Mass at 5 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 24, and on Tuesday, Dec. 25 at 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and noon.
Sacrament of Reconciliation, confessions, will be heard at 9 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 14; Saturday, Dec. 15; Monday, Dec. 17; Wednesday, Dec. 19; and Thursday, Dec. 20. Confessions will also be heard at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 15; Thursday, Dec. 20; and Friday, Dec. 21. There will be no confessions on Christmas Eve.
Other Ministries
A Bible study group is Tuesday from 10-11 a.m. Come and join at the Parish rectory
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A Women and Men of Grace Prayer Group meets Wednesday from 10:30-11:45 a.m. at the Parish rectory. All are welcome.
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Come and say the Rosary and Divine Mercy every Monday and Thursday at 3 p.m. in church
For more information, visit our website www.holyfamilysb.com.
REDEEMER LUTHERAN
Service features choir, chime choir
“The Christmas Song of Promise” is the title of today’s sermon by Pastor Gil Moore at Redeemer Lutheran Church. Zephaniah 3:14-20 is his text.
Communion assistant is Carmen Leslie and acolyte is Barbara Schuyler. The choir will sing “Wait for the Lord.” Altar flowers are from Julia Langevin in thanksgiving for all God’s blessings to her family and herself throughout the year.
The Sunday service, which begins with a song by the choir and a tune by the chime choir starts at 10:30 a.m. A coffee hour follows during which cookie packages will be assembled.
The Outreach Team meets on Tuesday, Dec. 18, at 2:30 p.m. with volunteers to assist in distributing cookies to the home-bound.
The Wednesday morning Bible class led by Pastor Lynda Elmer is studying chapters 16-18 of the Book of Ezekiel. Everyone is welcome to this class that begins at 10:30 a.m. and concludes at 11:30 a.m.
On Wednesday, Dec. 19, at 3 p.m. will be the final Advent Soup Supper Devotions in the fellowship hall, which features a catered soup supper, singing, and a monologue presentation. Everyone is welcome.
The Respite Center meets on Monday, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Call 596-1209 for information about registration and volunteering.
Website for the congregation is available at www.redeemerlutheransealbeach.com
ROCK CHURCH
Messages can be listened to online
The Rock Church, Seal Beach campus welcomes everyone to weekly service for all ages at Marine Center, 151 Marina Drive, Seal Beach
Sunday services 10 a.m. in English and 1:45 p.m. in Spanish. Sunday’s message can be heard for free at www.gototherock.com. Select Seal Beach Campus and check the podcast.
For more information, call (714) 562-8233.
Beit HaLev
Rabbi Galit’s Hebrew class continues
Rabbi Galit Levy-Slater extends Christmas greetings to the Christian communities of Leisure World as well as warm gratitude to the Golden Rain Foundation, Krispy Kreme Donuts, Congregation Sholom, the LW Interfaith Council, the Good News Singers and the LW Chorale for the success of the first Hanukkah Menorah Lighting Ceremony on Dec. 3. Todah Rabbah (Many Thanks)!
The Beit HaLev weekly Torah portion is “Vayigash.” The third Triennial Cycle includes the tearful reunion between Joseph and his father, Jacob; the settling of the 70 members of Jacob’s family in the Land of Goshen and the astonishing growth of the Hebrew tribes while Joseph served as Viceroy to the Egyptian Pharaoh.
Beit HaLev services are live-streamed on Livestream.com/Galityomtov and Facebook.com/galityomtov at 6 p.m. and recorded for viewing convenience.
Beginning Prayerbook Hebrew classes are continuing on Wednesdays at 2 p.m., taught by Rabbi Galit. Anyone who wants to learn the holy language in order to participate in Jewish services should contact Rabbi Galit at 715-0888 or 493-2680 or email to duets@icloud.com.
Rabbi Galit is checking out conversational Hebrew books, so anyone interested in earning conversational Hebrew should contact her for information, times and days of availability.
Community
RECREATION COMMITTEE
Earn medals at LW Olympics
Ever dreamed of standing on top of the podium with a medal around your neck and the national anthem playing? Now is an opportunity to make your dreams come true… the Golden Rain Foundation will host the first Leisure World Olympics in 2019.
Don’t worry if you are no longer in prime athletic shape, others won’t be either. Mind-over-matter will be beneficial in many of the events. The events are regular activities that are played in LW regularly, including card and board games and team and individual sports such as bowling, shuffleboard, bocce ball and shuffleboard or individual events such as walking and swimming. Or for basketball fans, there will be a the free-throw competition at the new basketball court in Mission Park.
Tournaments will be organized by clubs to determine the top three participants in various games and sports. The tournaments will culminate with an awards ceremony in May. All competitors must be members of the GRF.
Sports and games clubs within LW are encouraged to participate by organizing tournaments. Individuals who participate in events and athletic skills, such as swimming, freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and relay teams, that are not organized by clubs are also invited to take part in the LW Olympics.
Suggested events include bridge, Mexican Train dominoes, golf, tennis, table tennis, Bunco, pinochle, bocce ball, chess, Scrabble, pickle ball, shuffleboard, cribbage, Yahtzee, billiards, poker, bowling, bicycling, walking, swimming, Mah Jongg, Pan, Go and basketball free throws.
Clubs and competitors will conduct tournaments from March to April and an awards ceremony with medals will be held in the Amphitheater in May.
Genres with multiple clubs must work together to participate in one tournament resulting in a first, second and third place winner for each game or sport.
To participate in the LW Olympics email the club name, activity, contact name and contact phone number to events@lwsb.
Take Minibus to Westminster Mall
Special Golden Rain Foundation Minibus service will be offered from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 22, to Westminster Mall and the 99-Cent Only Store for holiday shopping on a first-come, first served basis.
The special shuttle will depart from the Amphitheater Hub at 9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon, 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Return trips from the Westminster Mall will be at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Shoppers at the 99 Cents Only Store will be dropped off and picked up on the way to the mall.
Community
Bingo played Sundays in CH 2
Bingo games, sponsored by different Leisure World clubs, are played at 1:30 p.m. on Sundays in Clubhouse 2. The doors open at 1. All LWers are welcome. Complimentary refreshments are served.
On Dec. 16 the games will be hosted by St. Therese of Holy Family Parish. The New York Club hosts the first Sunday of the month; Gadabouts, second Sunday; St. Therese of Holy Family Parish, third Sunday; and the American Legion the fourth and fifth Sundays.
GAF
Bequest to ‘Give Where You Live’
“Give Where You Live” is the Golden Age Foundation (GAF), a non-profit, charitable organization, Tax ID No. 23-7273105, campaign to raise money to make positive impacts in the Leisure World. The GAF has provided for the community since 1973 and depends on gifts and bequests for a significant amount of its income.
Previous legacy contributions from generous shareholders have funded many projects that benefit the entire community, including major improvements to the exercise center and a mobility-impaired bus.
A gift to the Golden Age Foundation is a gift back to the community – leaving a lasting legacy.
Consider including the Golden Age Foundation when planning a will or estate and consult with an estate planning professional.
Celebrate friends and family on special occasions by making a
ASSEMBLY OF GOD
All invited to Christmas hymn sing
Everyone is invited to a Christmas hymn gathering hosted by the Leisure World Assembly of God Church on Sunday, Dec. 16, at 6 p.m. in the Clubhouse 3 Lobby.
Special guests will be Tim and Susan Larson, who live and work in the Pasadena area.
Susan is classically trained pianist and is part of the music faculty at the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts. She also maintains an active piano studio.
Tim studied voice and engineering and is currently an engineer at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory where he has led missions to explore asteroids and comets.
They have enjoyed leading music for many years at churches in the Los Angeles area, and love creating music together.
A light supper will be provided. Bring cookies for dessert to share.
After the program all are invited to have their picture taken at the photo booth.
SUNSHINE CLUB
GRF communications, technology director is guest speaker tomorrow
Nataly Chigireva, GRF communications and technology director, will be the guest speaker at the Sunshine Club tomorrow, Dec. 14, at 10 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 9.
Nataly will talk about the future of print media and how the GRF can get ready to embrace it.
Nataly started her career almost 20 years ago as a graphic designer for Cosmopolitan Magazine – Moscow, Russia. Since then she had been an art and creative director overseeing all aspects of editorial design for periodical publications such as L’Optimum, Time Out Magazine and Business Week.
She has over 15 years of experience in integrated marketing, brand development, magazine publishing, print media, visual communications, photo and design direction. She has been responsible for the management and leadership of many large-scale international projects. As an advertising creative director, Nataly led a full service advertising agency, developing and coordinating communication strategies and for world famous brands such as Johnnie Walker, Captain Morgan, Kronenbourg 1664, British American Tobacco, Avon, Audi, Toyota, Diesel and much more.
Winning her first advertising award in 2014 (The One Club New York) Nataly continued her career as a brand executive overseeing multi million dollar online businesses and consulting brands on their communication efforts.
Nataly holds an MA of information technology and studied visual communication, art and design at University of Hertfordshire, UK.
The Sunshine Club holiday party will be held Dec. 21, the last meeting of the year. A combination of Eastern and Western food will be served. The cost is $5 per person. To attend the holiday party, pay Barbara Ziemke at the Dec. 7 meeting. Space is limited and first-come first-served.
The Sunshine Club is designed to help people to get along in the community and for neighbors to have better communications and to get the best out of living in Leisure World by learning how to use available information.
The classes use the LW Weekly as a textbook to go over LW news, general columns, etc.
Arrive a few minutes early to enjoy refreshments before the meeting begins at 10 a.m. and bring a mug or cup to participate in the “Save the Earth” program.
The club meets from 10 a.m.-noon on Friday in Clubhouse 3, Room 2 (Room 9 on the first Friday).
There are no membership dues, and everyone in LW is welcome.
For more information, call Anna Derby, 301-5339.
FALW’s annual Simbang Gabi celebrations is Dec. 19
The Filipino Association of Leisure World will hold its annual “Simbang Gabi” celebration on Wednesday, Dec. 19, at 5 p.m. in Clubhouse 2. This is the ninth year that the organization has hosted this event for the Leisure World community.
Simbang Gabi or “Evening Mass” is a liturgical event celebrated by Filipino Catholics all over the world in preparation for the birth of Christ. Filipinos await this occasion to join families and friends and renew bondings.
The event began in the early years of the Spanish influence on the islands. Most households will spruce up their homes with variety of decor, some expensive and modern decorations, some with simple five pointed stars covered with multi-colored crepe paper.
But the true meaning of Christmas is the celebration of “Simbang Gabi” where they prepare for the birth of Jesus Christ.
Fr. Juan Caboboy, pastor of Holy Family Catholic Church and spiritual advisor to the FALW, with Fr. Venancio Amidar, vicar of Holy Family Church will officiate the Simbang Gabi Mass.
After the Holy Mass, faithful and guests will be entertained by the Suede Sole Dancers and a free traditional Filipino dinner will be served. There will be singing and dancing to culminate the celebration.
GRF Excursion
Tickets on sale for ‘Come From Away’
The true story of the small town that welcomed the world, Broadway’s “Come From Away” has won Best Musical across North America. The GRF Recreation Department has secured tickets for the Feb. 7 evening performance at Costa Mesa’s Segerstrom Center for the Arts.
The New York Times Critics’ Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them.
Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night, and gratitude grew into enduring friendships.
Don’t miss this new musical written by Tony nominees Irene Sankoff and David Hein, and helmed by this year’s Tony-winning Best Director, Christopher Ashley
The show starts at 7:30 p.m. and runs 100 minutes, with no intermission
Tickets, $92, are available at the Recreation Office, located in Building 5. Price includes transportation and fees.
Make reservations by emailing events@lwsb.com, in person or by calling 431-6586. ext. 326.
Guests are welcome but must be accompanied by a GRF member. Limited accessible seating is available, but must be requested at the time of purchase.
KACMA
Christmas program presented today
The Korean-American Classic Music Academy (KACMA) will have a special video Christmas program will be presented by Ken Chong today, Dec. 13, in Clubhouse 4, beginning at 9:30 a.m.
Well-known Christmas classics will be featured including compositions by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Johann Sebastian Bach, George Frideric Handel, Franz Joseph Haydn, Ludwig van Beethoven and others.
Robert Chung will conduct the Member’s Hour and oldies beginning at 11:15 a.m.
The class is conducted in Korean language. The objective of the KACMA is to promote fellowship through interpretation, appreciation of classical music, including symphony, operas and by attending concerts.
For further information, contact President Kathy Park, 598-6292; Program Chair Robert Chung, 387-7377; or Publicity Chair Yoon Soo Park, 431-3036.
GAF
Get help signing up with Ralph’s, Amazon rewards
This is the heart of the shopping season and the The Golden Age Foundation (GAF), a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to making the Leisure World Seal Beach community a better and happier place in which to live, invites all residents, friends and family to participate in the Ralph’s Reward program and Smile.Amazon.com.
The two companies provide donations to the GAF based on purchases made by those who sign up for the programs without any cost to the participants.
To help Ralph’s members who would like to register and support GAF but are unable to do online registration, GAF will assist with your registration. A GAF board member will be at the Hospitality Center in Clubhouse 6 on Tuesdays, in December from 9-11 a.m. to help people register for the Ralph’s Reward program.
Once enrolled in the Smile.Amazon.com program, every time the participant shops on Amazon, the company donates a percentage of the purchase to GAF. To register, visit Smile.Amazon.com and indicate the charitable organization as the Golden Age Foundation, Seal Beach.
The Ralph’s Reward program is another way to donate to the Golden Age Foundation. Sign up on www.ralphs.com. Participants will need a Ralph’s Reward Card number to register or a phone number associated with the rewards account. As of September, Ralph’s no longer offers registration over the phone. Registering can only be done online at www.ralphs.com.
The holidays are here, and this is a great opportunity for you to help GAF as it works to enrich the lives of Leisure World residents. Ralphs has announced that it is committed to giving $2 million during the next 12 months through its Community Contributions program. Helping the GAF obtain a portion of these funds (at no cost to purchaser) just by signing up and doing normal Ralph’s shopping.
KACF
Artistic work will be shared Dec. 14
The Korean American Computer Forum (KACF) will present its annual video presentation on Friday, Dec. 14, at 2 p.m. in Clubhouse 4.
The event demonstrates the video/photo editing skills club members learned in the KACF classes.
The first part of the presentation will begin with classical music celebrating the joyful Christmas season and also include videos and slideshows of images club members took during their traveling.
After an intermission, the presentation will feature biographies of renowned writers illustrated with videos and photos combined with music. The presentation will also include artistic introductions of famous masterpiece paintings. Each presentation uses videos/photos combined with music, using DVDs and computer slideshows.
The presentation will end with an artistic touch showing traditional Korean-style residences and introduce one of the great painters, Henri Matisse, and his famous works.
The presentation will last about two hours with a 30-minute intermission. Drinks and snacks will be offered for the intermission during friendly conversation among guests.
FRIENDSHIP CLUB
Facebook class offered Dec. 17
The Friendship Club offers computer classes taught by Jeff Sacks, Maxine Smith, and Miryam Fernandez.
• Monday, Dec. 17 in Clubhouse 6, Room B
11 a.m. – Prepare for a test (DMV or Real Estate) using technology (Sacks)
Noon- Facebook for Beginners (Fernandez), an introduction to Facebook for the beginner.
• Monday, Dec. 24, Christmas Eve
No Class
Classes are free, but donations to pay for a wireless hotspot and printing materials are welcome.
If you use email, be careful about stopping your cell phone service. In many cases the cell phone number is the only way that the email company can contact you if the computer loses the email password. Have your computer support person check to see if your email is set up to properly contact you with your current cell number or a second working email account. Do this while the email is still working.
For eBay information, contact Maxine Smith maxla@aol.com; for Facebook information contact Miryam Fernandez, 884-7460; for computer information, contact Jeff Sacks (714) 642-0122.
To suggest questions for Q & A, or to join the email list, email to jfsacks@gmail.com.
Mutual 7 holiday social is Dec. 20
Mutual 7 will host its annual holiday potluck dinner and social on Thursday, Dec. 20, beginning at 4:30 p.m. in Clubhouse 4.
Turkey and ham will provided by the Mutual. Shareholders are asked to bring a ready-to-serve salad, vegetables or dessert to serve eight. Dinner will be served at 5 p.m.
Mutual 7 bingo will be played following dinner. Bring an unwrapped white-elephant item no longer wanted, but too good to throw away.
For reservations, call Carol Rasmussen, 594-4139.
Holiday bocce ball instruction canceled
Bocce ball instruction will not be available on Christmas Day or New Year’s Day, but the court will be open and equipment available for open play.
Bocce was developed into its present form in Italy.
Bocce ball instruction is offered Tuesdays from 10 a.m.-noon and Thursdays from 3-5 p.m. at the Mission Park bocce ball court, behind Clubhouse 2.
On Sundays an official will be at the court from 1-5 p.m.
Instruction The court is open every day beginning at 9 a.m. Equipment is available. Players are requested to sign in every time they play.
Partyline Plus
Holiday Gift Idea — The Y Service Club sells MiraFiber cloths to raise funds to send kids to camp. The MiraFiber Cloth plus water will clean any surface without chemicals. The cost is $6 each or five for $25. Call Glenna Hoff, 296-5040.
Obituaries
Space is available for obituaries of residents and former residents.
• An “In Memoriam” column is available free of charge. Limited to name, mutual number and date of death.
• An obituary with or without photo is available free of charge for the first 250 words. Additional words will be charged at the rate of 25 cents per word. Notices written by the news staff will be free and no more than 250 words.
• Notices from mortuaries and non-GRF members will be printed exactly as submitted and charged at the non-member classified advertising rate, $12 for the first 12 words and 25 cents for each additional word.
• Bordered, decorative obituaries and eulogies are available in any size at the prevailing display advertising rate.
• Obituaries may be published as news articles when the person has been a member of the GRF Board of Directors, or when, in the opinion of the managing editor, the passing of a person is newsworthy to a sufficiently large number of GRF members.
• A “Card of Thanks” section is available in the classified section of LW Weekly at the member classified advertising rate, $8 for the first 12 words and 25¢ per word thereafter, for persons wanting to express their thanks for help during bereavement, sickness, etc.
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Goolsby, James Carroll
1944-2018
James Carroll Goolsby, 74, Mutual 3, died Nov. 28, 2018.
He was born Sept. 26, 1944, in Parks Arkansas.
He married Sue Goolsby on May 15, 1971, in Stockton, California.
James worked as a paint manufacturing executive.
He moved to Leisure World in 2010 after living on the Pacific Ocean on a sailboat in the Long Beach Marina. Prior to that he lived in Rossmoor.
James was the president of the Silver Fox Classic Car Club in LW.
James is survived by his wife, Sue Goolsby; daughters Elizabeth (Franz) Ernst and Cynthia (Theodore) Gahn; son, Michael (Robin) Goolsby; and grandchildren, Sarah Abney, Taylor Goolsby and Jessica Goolsby.
He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. He will be missed.
Services, officiated by Mark Hopper, were held on Dec. 3 at Forest Lawn Cypress.
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Deck, Stephen B.
1945-2018
A graveside memorial service is planned to celebrate the life of Stephen Deck, Mutual 2, on Dec. 15 at 11 a.m. at Rose Hills in Whittier. Steve passed on Dec. 1, 2018, in Long Beach, California.
Steve was born in Long Beach on Oct. 11, 1945. His parents were Lymond and Cathrine Deck. He attended Wilson High School and Long Beach City College. He had a 39-year career as an engineer with General Telephone, later Verizon. He was baptized at First Christian Church on Jan. 5, 1964.
Stephen and Dena Turpen were married in the redwood forest on Aug. 21, 1971.
Steve is survived by his wife, Dena, and their children: Kirsten (Brandon Pykosz) Deck and Erik (Katie) Deck and four granddaughters.
Steve loved to sail, swim and fish in the High Sierras. The family enjoyed skiing, camping and canoeing. Steve coached soccer, led Indian Princesses and was active over his lifetime with the Sea Scouts and Boy Scouts. He loved both of his children dearly, participated in all their activities, and was extremely proud that his son became an Eagle Scout.
The family requests donations to a favorite charity of theirs: Guide Dogs for the Blind, P.O. Box 151200, San Rafael, California, 94915-1200, www.guidedogs.com, (800) 295-4050.
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In Memoriam
Fidencio Morales 76
Linda Crenshaw 58
Elizabeth Feldman 96
McKenly McGee 66
Anthony Lewis 70
Kevin Kelly 61
Roger Olson Sr 70
Harry Hastain 81
Elvind Funnekark 93
Richard Cummings 71
Families assisted by
McKenzie Mortuary,
961-9301
—paid obituary
In Memoriam
Fern Matyas
Mutual 7
Dec. 3, 2018
Travel
On the Go
Day Trips
Colorful Songs Revue – Dec. 13, $109 with lunch and wine, David Nell/Good Times Travel, (888) 488-2287
Walt Disney Concert Hall , L.A. Master Chorale Festival of Carols -Dec. 15, $99, David Nell/Good Times Travel, (888) 488-2287
Disney on Ice – Dare to Dream – Dec. 19, Honda Center, $37 with transportation, GRF Recreation, 431-6586, ext. 326 or 324, or email events@lwsb.com
Workman & Temple Family Homestead Museum, Rancho Cucamonga Lights – Dec. 17, $89 includes afternoon tea at the Christmas House Inn, David Nell/Good Times Travel, (888) 488-2287
Fantasy Springs Casino- Jan. 2, $30, Los Alamitos Senior Club, Teri Nugent, 446-0293, Verna Burns, 596-1886, Joyce Ingram, (714) 887-9821
Guide Dog/Braille Institute- Jan. 2, $75 with lunch at Clifton’s, Los Alamitos Senior Club, Teri Nugent, 446-0293, Verna Burns, 596-1886, Joyce Ingram, (714) 887-9821
Pauma Casino – Jan. 9, $15; $10 cash in machine, New York Club, Phyllis Pierce, 598?3743, or Chee Chee Porr, 430-5949
Pala Casino – Jan. 18, $6, $10 back, American Legion Post 327, Gail Levitt, 596-1346
Pechanga Casino- Feb. 6, $15, Los Alamitos Senior Club, Teri Nugent, 446-0293, Verna Burns, 596-1886, Joyce Ingram, (714) 887-9821
Segerstrom Center , “Come From Away” – Feb. 7, $92, GRF Recreation, events@lwsb.com, 431-6586. ext. 326.
Tribute to Cher, Tom Jones, Elton John, Liza Minnelli, Palm Springs – Thursday, Feb. 28, $103 includes lunch, Los Alamitos Senior Club, Teri Nugent, 446-0293, Verna Burns, 596-1886, Joyce Ingram, (714) 887-9821
Pirates of Penzance, Glendale Theater – Saturday, March 16, $95 includes lunch, at Scarantino’s, Los Alamitos Senior Club, Teri Nugent, 446-0293, Verna Burns, 596-1886, Joyce Ingram, (714) 887-9821
Harrah’s Rincon – Daily, free, Amphitheater, 7:15-7:30 a.m., (877) 777-2457
Pala Casino – Daily, free, Amphitheater, 8 a.m., (714) 985-9555
Pechanga Casino – Daily, Amphitheater, 8 a.m., free, $10 in EZ Play upon arrival, (951) 770-2579
Valley View Casino – Sunday-Tuesday, Amphitheater, 7 a.m., free
Overnight Trips
Las Vegas, Sam’s Town – Three days, Jan. 14-16, Los Alamitos Senior Club, Teri Nugent, 446-0293, Verna Burns, 596-1886
Arizona Gems, Quartzsite, Arizona – Jan. 20-22, Motorcoach, Blue Water Resort. Traveling Tigers, Joanna Matos, 598-1849
Coastal “Safari” by Rail – Three-day tour featuring an Oceanfront Stay in Pismo Beach, Coast Starlight Train, Morro Bay and Cambria. Feb. 6-8, 2019, David Nell/Good Times Travel, (888) 488-2287
Wonder Valley- Feb. 10-12, $103, Los Alamitos Senior Club, Teri Nugent, 446-0293, Verna Burns, 596-1886, Joyce Ingram, (714) 887-9821
Bluegrass Cruise – Feb. 18-22, four days, Carnival Inspiration, Long Beach, Catalina, Ensenada, Long Beach, Ellen Brannigan, (310) 890-2368.
RVers will have soup contest at Dec. 18 meeting
The Leisure World RV Club will meet Tuesday, Dec. 18, at 5 p.m. in Clubhouse 4. Members will participate in a homemade soup contest. After sampling the entries, members will vote for their favorites and prizes will be given. Members who are not entering a soup in the contest are asked to bring a side dish or dessert with serving utensils. All should bring their own beverages.
The general meeting will be at 6 p.m., followed by Christmas Bingo with prizes to the winners.
Club dues for 2019 will be collected. Dues are $10 per RV.
White elephant gifts will be featured at Traveling Tiger’s holiday party
Elephants will be flying at the Traveling Tigers Club annual holiday party on Wednesday, Dec. 19, at noon in Clubhouse 3, Room 9.
Actually white elephants will be the order of the day. Each member should bring a festively wrapped gift, either a gently used item from home or a new treasure valued at $10 or more. The white elephant gift exchange will involve one choice and one exchange. Additional games, with prizes, will be played.
Installation of officers will not be necessary this year since the 2018 officers have generously offered to remain in their positions for another year with the exception of the first vice-president, programs. Joan Schwichtenberg will turn over her duties to Susan Shaver.
This is a holiday potluck party. Members are encouraged to bring appropriate holiday food to accompany a Honeybaked ham provided by the club. Bring your own table service including a plate, cutlery and a cup. The club is trying to be environmentally friendly by avoiding Styrofoam.
Guests are welcome but will be expected to bring a potluck dish and pay a $5 membership fee. Call Joan Schwichtenberg, 446-0731, for further information.
AMERICAN LEGION
Pala trip is on Jan. 18
The American Legion, Post 327, will escort a day-trip to Pala Casino on Friday, Jan. 18.
The cost is $6 with $10 returned upon arrival at the casino on player cards. There will be five hours of playtime.
The bus leaves at 8:30 a.m from the Clubhouse 4 parking lot. It returns about 5:30 p.m. All are welcome.
Call Gail Levitt, 596-1346, for reservations.
Pauma day-trip departs Jan. 9
The New York Club will escort a day-trip to Pauma Casino on Jan. 8.
The cost of the trip is $15, with $10 cash returned in the machine.
During the trip, bingo is played coming and going and snacks are served.
The bus picks up at three locations, Clubhouse 4, 7:15 a.m.; Amphitheater, 7:30; and outside St. Andrew’s Gate, 7:35.
For reservations and information, call Phyllis Pierce, 598?3743, or Chee Chee Porr, 430-5949.
Sports And Games
Bowling
D Hustlers bowl 1,939 series in LW league play
The Leisure World Bowling League’s D Hustlers swept Nameless as John Gaddis had the high series of the week with a 708. John had 256, 258 and 194. His teammate Renato Villenueva had a 202 and 222. Not surprisingly D Hustlers had high series with 1,939.
Spares Are Good took three from We Can Do It, as Danny Bigelow bowled a 217 and Gracie Hastings a 204, which was high game for the ladies. Strikes are Better took three from Maybe Next Tuesday with Bill Lesher rolling a 211 game three.
Tom Kaczmarek of Maybe Next Tuesday had a rare triplicate bowling 165, 165 and 165.
Very Striking split with Just Lucky as they won game one by 111 pins as Ron Marcus opened with a 209 and Dave Silva a 201.
Just Lucky won the next two with Frank Snee shooting a 190.
CHESS PUZZLE
This week’s puzzle: White moves first and for any answer by black, the white’s next move is checkmate.
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Chess partners are available in Leisure World when the LW Chess Club meets from 2-6:30 p.m. on Fridays in Clubhouse 3,
Room 7. Beginners are welcome for free lessons.
Solution to this week’s puzzle: Kb3
The white King moves from c3 to b3. Any answer by black, the white’s next move is check mate.
MEN’S GOLF
Raffle is highlight at Christmas party
A fun-filled Christmas party was hosted by the LW Men’s Golf Club. Fugio Norihio and Keiko Sekino, popular members of the men’s and women’s golf clubs and who help run the monthly Guys & Gals tournament, enjoyed the evening along with 98 happy golfers, spouses and friends feasting on tri tip, barbecued chicken, spicy sausages and all the trimmings, including an open bar and assorted pies.
There was an exciting raffle with items available totaling $1,500 in value. Gleeful winners took home certificates for dinners at Macaroni Grill, Baja Sonora, rounds of golf, buckets of balls at local driving ranges, a pitching wedge golf club and much more. President Bill Zurn and secretary Dale Williamson rounded out the evening by calling out winners of pies-of-the-month from Polly’s Restaurant.
LADIES GOLF
Choi, Kim make it in circle Dec. 4
On Dec. 4, 47 ladies played for low gross, low net and circle Hole No. 6 in the Ladies’ Golf Club match. Only two ladies made it in the circle, Soo Choi and Devora Kim.
A Flight: Low gross, Soo Choi 27; low net, Hae Lee, 26; circle hole No. 6, Soo Choi and Devora Kim.
B Flight: Low gross, Helen Yoon, 28; Low net, Sun Lee, 24.
C Flight: Low gross, Hailee Yang, 31; Low net, Keiko Sekino; Melinda Lee, 23.
D Flight: Low gross, Sandra de Dubovay, 35; low net, Evelyn Scherber, 22.
LW CRIBBAGE
High score was by deDubovay
Sandra deDubovay had the high score of 844 followed by Ron Olsen at 842, Howard Richcreek at 829 and Patti Smith at 828 in Cribbage Club play on Dec. 4. Don Daniels had six games of 121. There were 59 players.
Members celebrated birthdays for Joyce Pfingston and Sandra Holt with delicious chocolate cake and chocolate swirl ice cream plus an assortment of candies and nuts. Joyce Pfingston and Jean Wilson served. Many thanks.
The Cribbage Club meets on Tuesdays at noon in Clubhouse 1. There is always room for more players. Partners are not required and games are usually finished by 3:30 p.m. Players should arrive by noon to be assured of a table.
To learn to play Cribbage or need a brush up, call Patti Smith at 242-4674 and she will arrange for lessons.
TABLE TENNIS
Club elects new officers, plans events
The Table Tennis Club elected a new board on Nov. 29. Randy Miller will replace Galal Gado as the new president. Larry Hicklin will continue serving as treasurer and Hanna Rubinstein will continue as the secretary. Luke Sunwoo will be vice president.
Thanks to Galal Gado for his service and hard work during 2018.
The Table Tennis Club has been very active during the last quarter of 2018 with increased membership and great events. Members traveled to Laguna Woods for the traditional bi-annual rematch tournament.
The yearly picnic was a huge success. Over 100 members attended and enjoyed a great Korean barbecue and fun games.
The new board met to discuss the how to improve services forclub members as well as plan events for 2019. Table Tennis Club membership dues, $10 per year, are paid in January.
For questions regarding the club and membership, call Randy Miller at 431-3532 or Hanna Rubinstein at 900-4243.
TOURNAMENT POKER
Wu won her 5th tournament Dec. 1
Club President Wendy Wu won her fifth tournament this year on Dec. 1. Her pair of nines bested Bill Clawson’s queen high to end the game. Third place was Drew Sargent, followed by Jerry Schulte, Paul Shellenberger and Bette Sargent.
Wendy has been club president for three years. Her goal is for all players to enjoy the club experience and community spirit she strives to encourage.
Erika Greenwood held best high hand with a straight flush. Judy Jasmin was second best with aces full of kings. The “featured” hand, ace and three, was won by Ron Pine.
The club looks forward to its annual potluck and Player of the Year in January.
For further information, call Wu at (714) 366-0940.
Cards and Games Scoreboard
Friendly Pinochle Club winners Dec. 6: Diana Lembert, 12,320; Peg Kaspar 11,690; Marge Dodero 11,350; Amy Kasuyama 11,210. The club meets Thursdays from noon-4 p.m. in Clubhouse 1. For more information, call (310) 968-9509.
– Bert Sellers
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Leisure World Duplicate Bridge Club Overall winners in second-section holiday game on Dec. 6, were: First in Strat A: Judith Jones-Al Appel; second in Strat A: Jeanette Estill-Ann Croul; third in Strat A, first in Strat B: Larry Topper-Lynn Danielson; fourth in Strat A: Sibyl Smith-Marilyn McClintock; fifth in Strat A: Hank Dunbar-Carol Murakoshi; sixth in Strat A, second in Strat B: Judy Carter-Johnson-Gene Yaffee; third in Strat B: Monica and Paul Honey; fourth in Strat B, first in Strat C: Louise Seifert-Stan Johnson; fifth in Strat B, second in Strat C: Miriam Kelley-Judy Mathias; sixth in Strat B, third in Strat C: Sally Fenton-Chie Wickham; fourth in Strat C: John Berg Jr.-Joanne Berg. Winners in the game on Monday, Dec. 3, were: N/S: First in Strat A: Bill Linskey-Gary Paugh; second in Strat A: Diane Sachs-Hank Dunbar; third in Strat A: Linda and Dick Stein; fourth in Strat A: Sibyl Smith-Eileen Kotecki; fifth in Strat A, first in Strat B: Judy Carter-Johnson-Gene Yaffee; sixth in Strat A, second in Strat B: Cooie Dampman-Chie Wickham; third in Strat B, first in Strat C: Kar-Yee Nelson-Hanefi Erten; second in Strat C: Sylvia Kaprelyan-Jack Dampman. E/W: First in Strat A and B: Jeanette Estill-Marilyn McClintock; second in Strat A: Judy Jones-Dave Johnston; third in Strat A, second in Strat B: Bud Parish-Sue Fardette; fourth in Strat A: Harshad Vora-Arne Lier; fifth in Strat A: Rob Preece-Fern Dunbar; tied for sixth in Strat A, tied for third in Strat B: Peggi Spring-Monica Gettis and Karen Johnston—Mary Lou Houghs (tied for first in Strat C) and Peter Yao—Paul Chen. Games are played Monday and Thursday afternoons beginning at 12:30 p.m. in Clubhouse 3 Lobby. Players are asked to arrive by 12:15 p.m. to confirm their reservations. To make or cancel a reservation for Mondays, call Midge Dunagan at 594-9698; for Thursdays, call Sharon Beran at 308-7838 or email her, no later than 10:30 a.m. on day of game, at hbsharonb@gmail.com. With a maximum of 18 tables available, players without reservations should arrive by noon and check in with the director of the day; they will be accommodated on a first come, first served basis if there is space. Players needing a partner should arrive by noon and check with the club manager; every effort will be made to find a partner. To cancel a reservation on game day or to report running late, call 481-7368 between noon and 1 p.m. Special note: There will be a games on Christmas Eve Day, Dec. 24. and New Year’s Eve Day, Dec. 31.
—Gene Yaffee
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Y-Yahtzee Rollers Club winners Dec. 7: Most Yahtzees: Lois Truey with 6. Most points: Susie Ralston, 1,505. Door prize winner: Shelly Middleton. The Rollers meet at 12:30 p.m. on the first and third Fridays of the month in Clubhouse 3, Room 6. Play, laugh and have a good time in a welcoming environment. To learn Yahtzee or play a refresher game, call Kathy Rose at 596-7237 to set up a lesson.
—Kathy Rose
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Saturday Social Bunco winners Dec. 8: Most buncos, Bobbie Straley. Most wins, Aileen Ackerman. Most babies, Yvonne Vostry. Most loses, Ann Ell. Door prize, Pat Imbriano. The Saturday Social Bunco’s next meeting will be the Christmas party/luncheon on Saturday, Dec. 22, in Clubhouse 3, Room 1, at noon. Play will begin at approximately 1 p.m. The club meets the second and fourth Saturdays of the month in Clubhouse 3 lobby. For more information, call Doris Dack, (714) 356-0443.
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Jolly Time Pinochle Club winners Dec. 8: Bert Sellers, 12,650; Bev Adams, 11,000; Sylvia Clinton, 10,390; and Julia Troise, 10,200. Games are played from noon-4 p.m. on Saturdays in Clubhouse 1. For more information, call Peg Kaspar at 799-0433.
–Bert Sellers
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Burning Tree Duplicate Bridge Club winners Dec. 8: N/S: Sibyl Smith-Jeanette Estill; Sherry Troeger-Bob Mault; Stan Johnson-Louise Seifert; Joyce Basch-Linda Nye. E/W: Diane Sachs-Marilyn McClintock; Judy Jones-Al Appel; Lavonne McQuilkin-Carol Murakoshi; Chie Wickham-Sue Krause; Ellen Kice-Dorothy Favre. Dec 7: N/S: Sibyl Smith-Diane Schmitz; Betty Jackson-Diane Sachs; Stan Johnson-Louise Seifert; Paul Chen-Juliane Deluccio. E/W: Verna Burns-Howard Smith; Ellen Kice-Howard Smith; Marilyn McClintock-Jeanette Estill; Nancy Lichter-Joyce Basch. The club meets Fridays and Saturdays in Clubhouse 1 at 12:15 p.m. For information on how to play or join, call or text Fred Reker at (615) 898-0669. The next special event is the club championship and Christmas party Friday, Dec. 14.
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Monday Bridge Club winners Dec. 10: Mary Sullivan, Dick Triggs and Karl Kulzer. Games begin at noon in Clubhouse 1. For more information, call Mary Nell Clark, 296-8570.
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Fun Time Pinochle Club winners Dec. 10: Oscar Moya, 14,450; Joe Capra, 12,140; Marilyn Allred, 11,960; and Joan Taylor, 11,760. The club meets from noon-4 p.m. Mondays in Clubhouse 1. For more information, call Joan Taylor at 240-5416.
–Bert Sellers
The club meets from noon-4 p.m. Mondays in Clubhouse 1. For more information, call Joan Taylor at 240-5416. –Bert Sellers
Perspectives
GRF SAFETY COLUMN
Cigarettes common source for fires
by Eloy Gomez
GRF Safety & Emergency Coordinator
Unattended smoking products and improperly discarded cigarette butts are a common source of fires in this community. These fires can easily be prevented. If you or someone in your home smokes you can take the following simple steps to prevent a fire from happening in your home and community.
Smoking Safety
• Never smoke in bed – if you need to lie down, don’t light up. You could doze off and set your bed on fire
• Take extra care when you’re tired, taking any sort of drugs or have been drinking alcohol. It’s very easy to fall asleep while your cigarette is still burning
• Never leave lit cigarettes, cigars or pipes unattended – they can easily overbalance as they burn down
• Keep cigarettes, lighters, matches and other smoking materials out of reach of children in a locked cabinet.
Put It Out
• Make sure your cigarette is fully extinguished. Put it out, right out!
• Fit and maintain a smoke alarm – A working smoke alarm can buy you valuable time to get out, stay out and dial 911. You can get a 10-year smoke alarm for roughly the same price as two packets of cigarettes
• Use a proper, heavy, deep ashtray that can’t tip over easily. Place it away from any combustible material. Make sure your cigarette is not still burning when you are finished – put it out, right out!
• Before you throw away butts and ashes, make sure they are out, and dousing in water or sand is the best way to do it.
• Do not discard cigarettes in vegetation such as mulch, potted plants, dried grass, leaves or other materials that could ignite easily.
Smoking and Medical Oxygen
• Never smoke and never allow anyone to smoke where medical oxygen is used. Medical oxygen can cause materials to ignite more easily and make fires burn at a faster rate than normal. It can make an existing fire burn faster and hotter.
Member Column
by Pat Chovanec
LW contributor
Ruth Beaman, 79, has a green covered golf cart she relies on for transportation throughout Leisure World. Her keys are kept in a convenient place. In her kindness she allows Don and I the use of the golf cart as well.
We used it Sunday for a trip to First Christian Church and returned it safely to its garage home. On Wednesday, Maggie, Ruth’s caregiver, went to get the golf cart and found it missing. She called me to learn we had not seen it since Sunday.
We asked around the neighborhood since her keys were kept in a known place. No one knew where it went. We contacted security and the Seal Beach police department. They both came right away to take a report and said they would be on the lookout, inside and out of Leisure World.
Mary McRaney and I took a walk around garages and parking lots without luck. We alerted security at the gate in case they saw it. We alerted strangers along the way to call security if they saw the little white and green golf cart travelling around. We gave security pictures of Ruth’s cart. Don drove around several carports to no avail.
I got an idea to post it on Joe Osuna’s Leisure World Seal Beach Facebook site.
More joined the search and shared good wishes. Suddenly I received a call from a stranger, Joyce Rettela, a Mutual 7 director. She informed me that the golf cart had been in front of her home for about two days.
She was looking for the owner as it was parked by the trash cans, which is not used for parking her mutual.
I took off in my scooter- only to have it start raining, so I returned home getting the car and Don. We met Joyce standing in the rain and shared information. Don jumped in the golf cart and drove it back to Ruth before I had a chance to call her.
She was so excited. We called security and the police immediately who completed their reports, which included Seal Beach coming out in the rain to finish their report.
We may never know who took the golf cart for a ride around Leisure World. We think it was taken for a joy ride or maybe a convenient way to transfer something. But I have to say this was a frightening experience for Ruth.
In this story, there was one bad person verses many more good people who cared to help. We must always appreciate the fact that there are many more good people in this life, and don’t leave keys where someone can easily find them.
Thank you to everyone who cared enough for Ruth to help her find her golf cart. It was amazing how fast this was resolved because of Joe’s Facebook page, called simply Leisure World Seal Beach.
LW Weekly Policy
Submissions in each of the following categories may be published at the discretion of the Publications Manager.
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Contributor: Restaurant review, theater review or travel journal submissions welcome subject to terms and conditions in the policy unless otherwise noted.
Political: Submissions concerning political issues outside of Leisure World and the City of Seal Beach will not be published.
Government
Democratic Club
Farewell bid to DPOC vice chair
At the Nov. 21 Seal Beach Leisure World Democratic Club members honored Democratic Party of Orange County (DPOC) Vice Chair Diana Carey for her two years of dedicated support. An important duty associated with her position was to facilitate a close understanding and working relationship between the DPOC and the club—a task she whole-heartedly embraced. She frequently led discussions on local politics, facilitated panel discussions and debates and joined in club celebrations.
Club members must now bid farewell to Diana because her duties as a newly elected member of the Huntington Beach Unified High School District Board will conflict with her role as a vice chair of the DPOC. She will be sorely missed.
As a lifelong educator who served in the district as a biology teacher, coach and administrator as well as a former member of the Westminster City Council, Diana is well equipped to serve in her new position.
SBLW Democratic Club continues to be involved in the life of the community. Once again, members will participate in the Orange County Women’s March. Reservations for a bus to the march on Saturday, Jan. 19, are now being accepted with the suggested donation set at $20 per person. As in the past, scholarships for club members are available upon request. Call Clara Wise, (909) 957-9886, for information or to reserve a spot.
Interested in getting to know fellow Democrats and neighbors in a relaxed setting? Join a group of club members at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 26, for the popular “Lunch Bunch” program. Participating in “Lunch Bunch” gives both new and old-time members a chance to get to know each other in an informal setting. Conversations are free-flowing and not necessarily political. Call Dale Lieberfarb, 594-1119 for information or to make a reservation.
Interested in joining the SBLW Democratic Club? Go to the website sblwdems.wordpress.com/, call Membership Chair Rachael Lehmberg at 340-9816, email lwsbdemocraticclub@gmail.com or attend the next club membership meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 16, at noon in Clubhouse 4.
GRF Board of Directors Agenda
Clubhouse Four
Tuesday, December 18, 2018, 10:00 a.m.
1. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance
2. Roll Call
3. President’s Comments
4. Announcements/Service Awards/Staff Commendation
5. Seal Beach City Council Member’s Update
6. Shareholder/Member Comments
Note: Foundation Shareholder/Members are permitted to make comments before the meeting business of the Board begins. The Open Meeting Act allows boards of directors to establish reasonable time limits for the open forum and for speakers to address the board. (Civ. Code §4925(b).) Time limits, per speaker, are limited to:
• 4 – minute limit per speaker, when there are no more than 15 speakers
• 3 – minute limit per speaker, 16 – 25 speakers
• 2 – minute limit per speaker, over 26 speakers
7. Consent Calendar
a. Minutes of the Mutual Administration Committee Board Meeting of October 8, 2018
b. Minutes of the Recreation Committee Board Meeting of November 5, 2018
c. Minutes of the Physical Property Committee Board Meeting of November 7, 2018
d. Minutes of the Executive Committee Board Meeting of November 9, 2018
e. Minutes of the Security, Bus & Traffic Committee Board Meeting of November 14, 2018
8. Approval of Minutes
a. November 27, 2018
9. Reports
a. Facilities and Amenities Review (FAR) Ad hoc Committee
b. Management Services Review Ad hoc Committee
10. New Business
a. General
i. Appoint New Committee Member
b. Architectural Design and Review Committee
i. Capital Funding Request – Landscape Replacement, Medical Center
c. Executive Committee
i. Approve Workers’ Compensation Policy Renewal
ii. Approve Uniform Contract
d. Finance Committee
i. Accept October Financial Statements
ii. Approve Funds Transfer
iii. Approve CD Purchase
iv. Approve Exclusive Use of Trust Property Lease Amendment:
1. Friends of the Library
2. Genealogy Club
3. Golden Age Foundation
4. Historical Society
5. Radio Club
6. Theater Club
7. Video Producers Club
v. FINAL VOTE: Amend Policy 5061-31, Fees
e. Mutual Administration Committee
i. FINAL VOTE: Amend Policy 1201-33, GRF Identification Cards
f. Physical Property Committee
i. Capital Funding Request – Building Improvements (Health Care Center) and Concrete Replacement (Health Care Center and Building Five)
11. Staff Reports
Director of Finance’s Report – Ms. Miller
Executive Director’s Report – Mr. Ankeny
12. Board Member Comments
13. Next Meeting/Adjournment
GRF Board of Directors meeting,
Tuesday, January 29, 6 p.m. Clubhouse 4
GRF Board
Executive Session
1:00 p.m., December 20, 2018
Administration Conference Room
NOTE: This meeting is closed to Shareholders/Members per Civil Code §4935
A. Call to Order – President Stone
B. Roll Call
C. Legal
D. Contracts
E. Member Disciplinary Actions
F. Personnel
G. Adjournment
“Agenda is Subject to Change”
GRF Board of Directors Meetings
Golden Rain Foundation committee and board meetings are open to Leisure World residents. Conference Room B is located downstairs in Building 5. The Administration Conference Room is upstairs in the Administration Building. The following is a tentative schedule of meetings on the Golden Rain Foundation master calendar, maintained by Administration:
Wednesday, Dec. 12 Security, Bus and Traffic Committee
Administration canceled
Thursday, Dec. 13 Communications Committee
Administration 1 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 14 Executive Committee
Administration 1 p.m.
Monday, Dec. 17 Finance Committee
Administration 9 a.m.
Monday, Dec. 17 Mutual Administration Committee
Conference Room B 1 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 18 GRF Board of Directors
Clubhouse 4 10 a.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 18 Information Technology Committee
Administration 1 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 20 GRF Board Executive Session
Administration 1 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 21 GRF/Mutual Roundtable
Administration canceled
Monday, Dec. 24 Management Services Review Ad Hoc
Administration canceled
Thursday, Dec. 27 Service Maintenance Committee
Administration canceled
Friday, Dec. 28 Facilities and Amenities Review Ad Hoc
Administration canceled
Schedule of Mutual Meetings
Mutual meetings are listed below. Mutual residents are invited to attend the open meetings of their mutual boards as follows:
Thursday, Dec. 6 Presidents’ Council
Clubhouse 4 9 a.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 11 Mutual 8
Conference Room B 9 a.m.
Wednesday, Dec. 12 Mutual 4
Administration 9:15 a.m.
Friday, Dec. 14 Mutual 3
Administration 9 a.m.
Monday, Dec. 17 Mutual 15
Administration 1 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 18 Mutual 14
Conference Room B 1 p.m.
Wednesday Dec. 19 Mutual 5
Conference Room B 9 a.m.
Wednesday, Dec. 19 Mutual 7
Administration 1 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 27 Mutual 1
Administration 9 a.m.
Friday, Dec. 28 Mutual 6
Administration 9:30 a.m.
Mutuals 2, 9, 11, 12 and 16 have canceled meetings in December. The GRF/Mutual Roundtable is also canceled in December.
Holiday Carport Schedule
The holiday carport cleaning schedule for 2018 is as follows:
Christmas Day
Tuesday, Dec. 25
Mutual 10, Carports 117-120, 122-124, will be cleaned Friday,
Dec. 21.
New Year’s Day
Thursday, Jan. 1, 2019
Carports will be cleaned as usual on New Year’s Day.
AMENITIES
Return survey by Dec. 14
The Trust Property Amenities/Recreational Use Questionnaire on page 7 of the Nov. 29 issue of LW Weekly should be returned to the LW Weekly office, or drop them in a white GRF mailbox located throughout the community. All questionnaires should be returned by Dec. 14. Copies can be picked up at the LW Weekly office, Monday-Friday, between 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Submit changes for phone book
Resident names are deleted from the LW Telephone Directory after LW Weekly receives a report of sale and escrow closing from the Stock Transfer Office, however over the years, many were not removed.
To provide the most up-to-date directory, the white page listings are being compared to the Stock Transfer listings of shareholders, residents and renters. Any name that is not listed on the current Stock Transfer roster will be removed. Those who inherited their units and keep the old listing will be deleted.
Anyone who moves within LW will also be deleted unless a form with the new address is submitted to LW Weekly.
Names are not automatically placed in the phone book. To be included shareholders must submit telephone book information to LW Weekly in writing. A form is available on page 8 of this issue and in the LW Weekly office.Religion
be removed. Those who inherited their units and keep the old listing will be deleted.
Anyone who moves within LW will also be deleted unless a form with the new address is submitted to LW Weekly.
Names are not automatically placed in the phone book. To be included shareholders must submit telephone book information to LW Weekly in writing. A form is available on page 8 of this issue and in the LW Weekly office.
Religion
by Rabbi Chaim Singer-Frankes
Interfaith Chaplain,
part-time ritual leader at
Congregation Sholom
During the December holidays, an inevitable question emerges with respect to the alignment of the Christian holiday of Christmas and the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah. The connection as a modern commercial jamboree will probably be less enduring than the two holidays’ concurrent observance on or near the Winter solstice, i.e. the longest night of the year. It is no stretch of the imagination therefore, to equate the significance of lights and glow, common to both festivals. Our ancestors living in Greco-Roman times craved light. But too, in the last 50 years, we have the dawn of an African-American festival of Kwanza, which also involves the kindling of a candelabrum, not unlike the Hanukkah menorah. Heaven knows that sincere renewal and the coveting of justice are fundamental American creeds.
It would be patently false to suggest that the holidays we observe respectively as members of one faith, ethnicity or another, are one and the same. They are of importantly separate origins, and they celebrate different events. However, the aim to bring light to a long and uncertain stretch of nights, certainly resonates in all of these solstice festivals.
So what of the propriety of displaying a Hanukkah menorah (the nine-arm candelabrum) alongside a Christmas tree in the public space? There are sound arguments among both the defenders and detractors. Perhaps it serves us better to envision what these sacred observances share: common principles of fellowship, family, and warmth in a diverse and multicultural American landscape. With the renewed advent of civil violence in our culture, it is no stretch to say that we live in a world that is desperate for light, of any kind. And thus, at the heart of our unified “winter,” we jointly find ourselves in a time of infernos, hateful slayings, and schismatic politics. In our long nights of wandering in the darkness, searching for our integrated purpose as Americans, we roam about in a grand, however fraught, experiment of shared civic principles and prized liberties. Unfortunately, what we share is a shadow of divisiveness, and that darkness can be very scary.
Why not then plumb our mutual wells of heart and bring together discrete symbols of light and hope–in a show of resolve against darkness and hatred. That is not to say that as Americans, we must become blurred into a pallid, murky sameness. But rather we can stand in proclamation: bearing the virtual lanterns of freedom and rights, which we all treasure. So in the spirit of shepherding that shadow away from our midst, let us unite as Americans at Leisure World, and joyfully respect those splendid and boundless icons of radiance which our traditions proclaim. Sharing the public space is what we do. Let’s do it in confidence as proud Americans, in respect to our essential uniqueness, and as a stand against all forces of darkness.
Wishes to all for peaceful, reflective, and gleaming holidays!
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH
Elves arrived to decorate chapel for Christmas
by Sue Kaminski
LW contributor
First Christian Church is ready for Christmas, that’s for sure. A hard-working crew of “Decorating Elves,” wearing antler ears, strung lights, decorated Christmas trees, hung garlands and wreaths, partook of traditional treats of the season, and most importantly set up the crèche (nativity scene) as the focal point because, Jesus is the reason for the season.
First Christian Church Saturday evening service begins at 5:15 p.m. with the Hospitality Room opening at 4:30 p.m.
Sunday morning begins with Elder Jack Frost teaching Bible study at 9 a.m. in the book of Exodus. At 9:30 a.m. the Hospitality Room opens for fellowship and light refreshments with Carol Speake and Sue Kaminski hosting.
Pastor Bruce Humes begins the worship service at 10:15 a.m. with praise, prayer and scripture, followed by Margaret Humes leading the congregation in hymns of worship, “Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus,” “What Child Is This?” and “O Holy Night.” The communion hymn will be “I Will Praise Him.”
The church choir, under the direction of Anita Ragole, will sing “O Sing A Song.” Elder Larry Massey will present the communion meditation and service. For the offertory, the Praise Team will sing, “Joy To The World.”
Pat Kogok will sing, “Go Tell,” followed by Pauline Massey who will read scripture from the Book of Ephesians 1:7-8.
Pastor Gene Cherryholmes’ message will be “Plan of Christ” based on Ephesians 1:7-8, God reaching down to helpless, sinful mankind to offer forgiveness, salvation, and eternal life as a free gift.
Prayer and verse-by-verse Bible studies during the week are held on Tuesdays with Pastor Humes and on Thursdays with Pastor Cherryholmes both beginning at 9:30 a.m. The Thursday evening Bible study with Pastor Phil O’Malley has been suspended until further notice.
Hearing enhancements are available at all church functions. Call the church office at 431-8810 for further information. Leave a recorded message and someone will get back as quickly as possible.
ASSEMBLY OF GOD
‘Feast of Christmas’ is Sunday’s sermon
“The Feast of Christmas” is the third in a series of messages by Pastor Sam Pawlak this Sunday, Dec. 16. The church meets in Clubhouse 3, Room 2, at 10:30 a.m. for worship, prayer, praise and fellowship. Visitors are welcome.
Denise Smith will lead the worship songs, which will be interspersed with the message and church family news by Diana Mushagian.
The ever popular Hymn Sing at 6 p.m. in the Clubhouse 3 Lobby will feature Tim and Susan Larson who live and work in the Pasadena area. They enjoy leading music at churches in the L.A. area and love creating music together. (More information on concert on page ?)
Two prayer meetings are held each Sunday, at 10 a.m. and 5:15 p.m.
At the Wednesday Bible Study at 10 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 7, Pastor Sam will begin the study of the book of Colossians.
Workbooks are available to aid in this weekly study.
LW COMMUNITY CHURCH
CSULB quartets perform Dec. 15
Leisure World Community Church will host the California State University, Long Beach, String Quartet and Wind Quintet from the Bob Cole Conservatory on Dec. 15 at 2 p.m. at Community Church. They will be performing selections from Haydn, Bizet, Borodin, Rimsky-Korsakov and Ravel. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the church office or at the door on the day of the concert. Bring a friend or neighbor and enjoy these talented musicians.
The University Wind Quintet is composed of the finest wind performers in the Department of Music. Known for its consistent superior quality of performance, the group is very active performing concerts, presentations, and in competitions throughout the West, including the renowned Coleman and Monterey Chamber Competitions. The University Wind Quintet recently recorded “The Enjoyment of Music, published by Norton and for Christopher Caliendo Publications.
Some of the greatest music ever written is for small string ensembles. The University String Quartet is comprised of winds and piano, and their stylistically informed performances are joyously presented.
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Community Church invites the Leisure World friends and neighbors to share in the spirit of Christmas and join it on Christmas Eve. A Christmas Eve Service is planned on Monday, Dec. 24, at 5 p.m. Come and experience the power and beauty of the Christmas story told in lessons and carols, and featuring the candlelight singing of Silent Night.
On Sunday, Dec. 16, Pastor Johan Dodge will present the morning message, “Turning the Soil.” The Scripture lesson is Luke 3:1-18. Serving as lay liturgist on Dec. 16 will be Grace Kim and Lois Han. Worship services are at 9:50 a.m. followed by coffee and refreshments in Edgar Hall.
THE SALVATION ARMY
Journeys of faith will be shared at Home League
On Monday, Dec. 17, Pastor Ed Morgan will be the speaker at the Salvation Army Home League meeting in Clubhouse 4 at 7 p.m.
Pastor Morgan is part of the ministry team at Free Chapel in Orange County. He has decades of experience working with youth and adults, and will share a little about how journeys of faith takes people to unseen places, with unexpected graces.
Coffee, tea and snacks are provided during the meeting. Members will enjoy songs, door prizes and more.
BAPTIST CHURCH
‘Christ’s First Coming’ is sermon
Clubhouse 4 will ring with the voices of the Leisure World Baptist choir on Sunday, Dec. 16. Sunday school is from 8:40-9:20 a.m. After Sunday school all are welcome to join friends at the round table for coffee and a conversation, followed at 9:45 by the morning service.
All will sing the call to worship “Let Us Worship and Adore Him.”
The choir, under the direction of Darlene Harris, will sing “O Holy Night,” “We Watched at Night” and “Thou Didst Leave Thy Throne.” The offertory will be played by pianist Yvonne Leon.
Pastor Rolland Coburn’s message is titled “Christ’s First Coming” from Luke, Chapter 2:1-20.
The closing hymn will be “Come Thou Long Expected Jesus.”
The Prayer Room is open following the service. Those who have concerns or needs can meet with members of the church family there.
The men’s fellowship will meet Monday, Dec. 17, at 10 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 8.
The Energizers will meet Wednesday, Dec. 19, in Clubhouse 3, Room 1, at 3 p.m.
For information, call 430-2920.
CONGREGATION SHOLOM
Rabbi Singer-Frankes will lead Shabbat services
Congregation Sholom Friday night services will be led by Rabbi Chaim Singer-Frankes on Dec. 14. The service begins at 7 p.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 9. An Oneg Shabbat will follow services.
On Saturday, Dec. 15, a bagel and cream cheese breakfast is planned at 9 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 9. It will be followed by Shabbat services with Rabbi Singer-Frankes from 9:30 a.m.-noon, followed by a dairy/potluck Kiddush lunch and study from noon-about 1:15 p.m.
The day’s Torah portion will be Vayiggash, in which Jacob brings his family to Egypt and is reunited with his son Joseph.
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The Congregation Sholom sisterhood will meet Dec. 13 at 4 p.m. at the home of Carol Levine.
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The walking group leaves Clubhouse 3(in front of the lobby) at 6:30 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays.
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The Short Story Book Club will meet on Tuesday, Dec. 18, at 1:30 p.m. at the home of Mort and Helene Goldberg.
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To provide a ride to services, or to get one, call Jeff Sacks at (714)642-0122 or Maria Bogart at 594-4362.
Faith Christian Assembly are blessed to give to those in need
For several years, the generous folks of Faith Christian Assembly made contributions of turkeys, hams, trimmings and financial donations for Thanksgiving and Christmas to needy in the community. Those at Faith Christian Assembly believe that they have been blessed by God in order to be a blessing and thank Tom and Pat Davis, for giving of their time to deliver these donations. Jesus lived his life this way as it says in Acts 20:35, “…remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”
Tuesday is Faith Fellowship Time at 11 a.m. in the Garden Room; Midweek Bible Study is taught by Pastor Sheri Lemming, Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the Garden Room.
To receive a free newsletter and for more information on the church, call 562-598-9010 or visit our website at www.FCAchurch.net.
Cheer up holidays with Christmas meal
St. Hedwig Parish in Los Alamitos will host a Christmas Legacy Dinner at 1 p.m. on Christmas Day. For over 35 years, this Christmas dinner has brought joy to those who are alone on Christmas day, and enabled them to experience the newfound friendships of the “cheerful givers” of St. Hedwig Parish.
The free dinner will feature festive Christmas music and decorations prepared by parish members and the children of St. Hedwig School. Transportation of Leisure World residents from the front gate to the event is available upon request.
For more information or to RSVP for the dinner, contact Ed or Dewey Foster at 598-7060. St. Hedwig Catholic Church is located at 11482 Los Alamitos Blvd. in Los Alamitos.
HOLY FAMILY CHURCH
Christmas schedule is announced
The Third Sunday of Advent will be celebrated on Dec. 16 at Holy Family Church, 13900 Church Place, next to the St. Andrews Gate.
The First Reading: Zephaniah 3:14-18A; Responsorial Psalm: Isaiah 12:2-3, 4, 5-6; Second Reading: Philippians 4:4-7; Alleluia: Isaiah 61:1; Gospel: Luke 3:10-18.
Make the celebration of Christmas and the New Year a spiritual one by attending the Sacrament of Reconciliation and daily Mass at 8:30 a.m. on the nine days before Christmas.
Christmas Masses and Confessions Schedule
Holy Family Church will celebrate Christmas Mass at 5 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 24, and on Tuesday, Dec. 25 at 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and noon.
Sacrament of Reconciliation, confessions, will be heard at 9 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 14; Saturday, Dec. 15; Monday, Dec. 17; Wednesday, Dec. 19; and Thursday, Dec. 20. Confessions will also be heard at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 15; Thursday, Dec. 20; and Friday, Dec. 21. There will be no confessions on Christmas Eve.
Other Ministries
A Bible study group is Tuesday from 10-11 a.m. Come and join at the Parish rectory
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A Women and Men of Grace Prayer Group meets Wednesday from 10:30-11:45 a.m. at the Parish rectory. All are welcome.
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Come and say the Rosary and Divine Mercy every Monday and Thursday at 3 p.m. in church
For more information, visit our website www.holyfamilysb.com.
REDEEMER LUTHERAN
Service features choir, chime choir
“The Christmas Song of Promise” is the title of today’s sermon by Pastor Gil Moore at Redeemer Lutheran Church. Zephaniah 3:14-20 is his text.
Communion assistant is Carmen Leslie and acolyte is Barbara Schuyler. The choir will sing “Wait for the Lord.” Altar flowers are from Julia Langevin in thanksgiving for all God’s blessings to her family and herself throughout the year.
The Sunday service, which begins with a song by the choir and a tune by the chime choir starts at 10:30 a.m. A coffee hour follows during which cookie packages will be assembled.
The Outreach Team meets on Tuesday, Dec. 18, at 2:30 p.m. with volunteers to assist in distributing cookies to the home-bound.
The Wednesday morning Bible class led by Pastor Lynda Elmer is studying chapters 16-18 of the Book of Ezekiel. Everyone is welcome to this class that begins at 10:30 a.m. and concludes at 11:30 a.m.
On Wednesday, Dec. 19, at 3 p.m. will be the final Advent Soup Supper Devotions in the fellowship hall, which features a catered soup supper, singing, and a monologue presentation. Everyone is welcome.
The Respite Center meets on Monday, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Call 596-1209 for information about registration and volunteering.
Website for the congregation is available at www.redeemerlutheransealbeach.com
ROCK CHURCH
Messages can be listened to online
The Rock Church, Seal Beach campus welcomes everyone to weekly service for all ages at Marine Center, 151 Marina Drive, Seal Beach
Sunday services 10 a.m. in English and 1:45 p.m. in Spanish. Sunday’s message can be heard for free at www.gototherock.com. Select Seal Beach Campus and check the podcast.
For more information, call (714) 562-8233.
Beit HaLev
Rabbi Galit’s Hebrew class continues
Rabbi Galit Levy-Slater extends Christmas greetings to the Christian communities of Leisure World as well as warm gratitude to the Golden Rain Foundation, Krispy Kreme Donuts, Congregation Sholom, the LW Interfaith Council, the Good News Singers and the LW Chorale for the success of the first Hanukkah Menorah Lighting Ceremony on Dec. 3. Todah Rabbah (Many Thanks)!
The Beit HaLev weekly Torah portion is “Vayigash.” The third Triennial Cycle includes the tearful reunion between Joseph and his father, Jacob; the settling of the 70 members of Jacob’s family in the Land of Goshen and the astonishing growth of the Hebrew tribes while Joseph served as Viceroy to the Egyptian Pharaoh.
Beit HaLev services are live-streamed on Livestream.com/Galityomtov and Facebook.com/galityomtov at 6 p.m. and recorded for viewing convenience.
Beginning Prayerbook Hebrew classes are continuing on Wednesdays at 2 p.m., taught by Rabbi Galit. Anyone who wants to learn the holy language in order to participate in Jewish services should contact Rabbi Galit at 715-0888 or 493-2680 or email to duets@icloud.com.
Rabbi Galit is checking out conversational Hebrew books, so anyone interested in earning conversational Hebrew should contact her for information, times and days of availability.
Community
RECREATION COMMITTEE
Earn medals at LW Olympics
Ever dreamed of standing on top of the podium with a medal around your neck and the national anthem playing? Now is an opportunity to make your dreams come true… the Golden Rain Foundation will host the first Leisure World Olympics in 2019.
Don’t worry if you are no longer in prime athletic shape, others won’t be either. Mind-over-matter will be beneficial in many of the events. The events are regular activities that are played in LW regularly, including card and board games and team and individual sports such as bowling, shuffleboard, bocce ball and shuffleboard or individual events such as walking and swimming. Or for basketball fans, there will be a the free-throw competition at the new basketball court in Mission Park.
Tournaments will be organized by clubs to determine the top three participants in various games and sports. The tournaments will culminate with an awards ceremony in May. All competitors must be members of the GRF.
Sports and games clubs within LW are encouraged to participate by organizing tournaments. Individuals who participate in events and athletic skills, such as swimming, freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and relay teams, that are not organized by clubs are also invited to take part in the LW Olympics.
Suggested events include bridge, Mexican Train dominoes, golf, tennis, table tennis, Bunco, pinochle, bocce ball, chess, Scrabble, pickle ball, shuffleboard, cribbage, Yahtzee, billiards, poker, bowling, bicycling, walking, swimming, Mah Jongg, Pan, Go and basketball free throws.
Clubs and competitors will conduct tournaments from March to April and an awards ceremony with medals will be held in the Amphitheater in May.
Genres with multiple clubs must work together to participate in one tournament resulting in a first, second and third place winner for each game or sport.
To participate in the LW Olympics email the club name, activity, contact name and contact phone number to events@lwsb.
Take Minibus to Westminster Mall
Special Golden Rain Foundation Minibus service will be offered from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 22, to Westminster Mall and the 99-Cent Only Store for holiday shopping on a first-come, first served basis.
The special shuttle will depart from the Amphitheater Hub at 9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon, 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Return trips from the Westminster Mall will be at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Shoppers at the 99 Cents Only Store will be dropped off and picked up on the way to the mall.
Community
Bingo played Sundays in CH 2
Bingo games, sponsored by different Leisure World clubs, are played at 1:30 p.m. on Sundays in Clubhouse 2. The doors open at 1. All LWers are welcome. Complimentary refreshments are served.
On Dec. 16 the games will be hosted by St. Therese of Holy Family Parish. The New York Club hosts the first Sunday of the month; Gadabouts, second Sunday; St. Therese of Holy Family Parish, third Sunday; and the American Legion the fourth and fifth Sundays.
GAF
Bequest to ‘Give Where You Live’
“Give Where You Live” is the Golden Age Foundation (GAF), a non-profit, charitable organization, Tax ID No. 23-7273105, campaign to raise money to make positive impacts in the Leisure World. The GAF has provided for the community since 1973 and depends on gifts and bequests for a significant amount of its income.
Previous legacy contributions from generous shareholders have funded many projects that benefit the entire community, including major improvements to the exercise center and a mobility-impaired bus.
A gift to the Golden Age Foundation is a gift back to the community – leaving a lasting legacy.
Consider including the Golden Age Foundation when planning a will or estate and consult with an estate planning professional.
Celebrate friends and family on special occasions by making a
ASSEMBLY OF GOD
All invited to Christmas hymn sing
Everyone is invited to a Christmas hymn gathering hosted by the Leisure World Assembly of God Church on Sunday, Dec. 16, at 6 p.m. in the Clubhouse 3 Lobby.
Special guests will be Tim and Susan Larson, who live and work in the Pasadena area.
Susan is classically trained pianist and is part of the music faculty at the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts. She also maintains an active piano studio.
Tim studied voice and engineering and is currently an engineer at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory where he has led missions to explore asteroids and comets.
They have enjoyed leading music for many years at churches in the Los Angeles area, and love creating music together.
A light supper will be provided. Bring cookies for dessert to share.
After the program all are invited to have their picture taken at the photo booth.
SUNSHINE CLUB
GRF communications, technology director is guest speaker tomorrow
Nataly Chigireva, GRF communications and technology director, will be the guest speaker at the Sunshine Club tomorrow, Dec. 14, at 10 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 9.
Nataly will talk about the future of print media and how the GRF can get ready to embrace it.
Nataly started her career almost 20 years ago as a graphic designer for Cosmopolitan Magazine – Moscow, Russia. Since then she had been an art and creative director overseeing all aspects of editorial design for periodical publications such as L’Optimum, Time Out Magazine and Business Week.
She has over 15 years of experience in integrated marketing, brand development, magazine publishing, print media, visual communications, photo and design direction. She has been responsible for the management and leadership of many large-scale international projects. As an advertising creative director, Nataly led a full service advertising agency, developing and coordinating communication strategies and for world famous brands such as Johnnie Walker, Captain Morgan, Kronenbourg 1664, British American Tobacco, Avon, Audi, Toyota, Diesel and much more.
Winning her first advertising award in 2014 (The One Club New York) Nataly continued her career as a brand executive overseeing multi million dollar online businesses and consulting brands on their communication efforts.
Nataly holds an MA of information technology and studied visual communication, art and design at University of Hertfordshire, UK.
The Sunshine Club holiday party will be held Dec. 21, the last meeting of the year. A combination of Eastern and Western food will be served. The cost is $5 per person. To attend the holiday party, pay Barbara Ziemke at the Dec. 7 meeting. Space is limited and first-come first-served.
The Sunshine Club is designed to help people to get along in the community and for neighbors to have better communications and to get the best out of living in Leisure World by learning how to use available information.
The classes use the LW Weekly as a textbook to go over LW news, general columns, etc.
Arrive a few minutes early to enjoy refreshments before the meeting begins at 10 a.m. and bring a mug or cup to participate in the “Save the Earth” program.
The club meets from 10 a.m.-noon on Friday in Clubhouse 3, Room 2 (Room 9 on the first Friday).
There are no membership dues, and everyone in LW is welcome.
For more information, call Anna Derby, 301-5339.
FALW’s annual Simbang Gabi celebrations is Dec. 19
The Filipino Association of Leisure World will hold its annual “Simbang Gabi” celebration on Wednesday, Dec. 19, at 5 p.m. in Clubhouse 2. This is the ninth year that the organization has hosted this event for the Leisure World community.
Simbang Gabi or “Evening Mass” is a liturgical event celebrated by Filipino Catholics all over the world in preparation for the birth of Christ. Filipinos await this occasion to join families and friends and renew bondings.
The event began in the early years of the Spanish influence on the islands. Most households will spruce up their homes with variety of decor, some expensive and modern decorations, some with simple five pointed stars covered with multi-colored crepe paper.
But the true meaning of Christmas is the celebration of “Simbang Gabi” where they prepare for the birth of Jesus Christ.
Fr. Juan Caboboy, pastor of Holy Family Catholic Church and spiritual advisor to the FALW, with Fr. Venancio Amidar, vicar of Holy Family Church will officiate the Simbang Gabi Mass.
After the Holy Mass, faithful and guests will be entertained by the Suede Sole Dancers and a free traditional Filipino dinner will be served. There will be singing and dancing to culminate the celebration.
GRF Excursion
Tickets on sale for ‘Come From Away’
The true story of the small town that welcomed the world, Broadway’s “Come From Away” has won Best Musical across North America. The GRF Recreation Department has secured tickets for the Feb. 7 evening performance at Costa Mesa’s Segerstrom Center for the Arts.
The New York Times Critics’ Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them.
Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night, and gratitude grew into enduring friendships.
Don’t miss this new musical written by Tony nominees Irene Sankoff and David Hein, and helmed by this year’s Tony-winning Best Director, Christopher Ashley
The show starts at 7:30 p.m. and runs 100 minutes, with no intermission
Tickets, $92, are available at the Recreation Office, located in Building 5. Price includes transportation and fees.
Make reservations by emailing events@lwsb.com, in person or by calling 431-6586. ext. 326.
Guests are welcome but must be accompanied by a GRF member. Limited accessible seating is available, but must be requested at the time of purchase.
KACMA
Christmas program presented today
The Korean-American Classic Music Academy (KACMA) will have a special video Christmas program will be presented by Ken Chong today, Dec. 13, in Clubhouse 4, beginning at 9:30 a.m.
Well-known Christmas classics will be featured including compositions by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Johann Sebastian Bach, George Frideric Handel, Franz Joseph Haydn, Ludwig van Beethoven and others.
Robert Chung will conduct the Member’s Hour and oldies beginning at 11:15 a.m.
The class is conducted in Korean language. The objective of the KACMA is to promote fellowship through interpretation, appreciation of classical music, including symphony, operas and by attending concerts.
For further information, contact President Kathy Park, 598-6292; Program Chair Robert Chung, 387-7377; or Publicity Chair Yoon Soo Park, 431-3036.
GAF
Get help signing up with Ralph’s, Amazon rewards
This is the heart of the shopping season and the The Golden Age Foundation (GAF), a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to making the Leisure World Seal Beach community a better and happier place in which to live, invites all residents, friends and family to participate in the Ralph’s Reward program and Smile.Amazon.com.
The two companies provide donations to the GAF based on purchases made by those who sign up for the programs without any cost to the participants.
To help Ralph’s members who would like to register and support GAF but are unable to do online registration, GAF will assist with your registration. A GAF board member will be at the Hospitality Center in Clubhouse 6 on Tuesdays, in December from 9-11 a.m. to help people register for the Ralph’s Reward program.
Once enrolled in the Smile.Amazon.com program, every time the participant shops on Amazon, the company donates a percentage of the purchase to GAF. To register, visit Smile.Amazon.com and indicate the charitable organization as the Golden Age Foundation, Seal Beach.
The Ralph’s Reward program is another way to donate to the Golden Age Foundation. Sign up on www.ralphs.com. Participants will need a Ralph’s Reward Card number to register or a phone number associated with the rewards account. As of September, Ralph’s no longer offers registration over the phone. Registering can only be done online at www.ralphs.com.
The holidays are here, and this is a great opportunity for you to help GAF as it works to enrich the lives of Leisure World residents. Ralphs has announced that it is committed to giving $2 million during the next 12 months through its Community Contributions program. Helping the GAF obtain a portion of these funds (at no cost to purchaser) just by signing up and doing normal Ralph’s shopping.
KACF
Artistic work will be shared Dec. 14
The Korean American Computer Forum (KACF) will present its annual video presentation on Friday, Dec. 14, at 2 p.m. in Clubhouse 4.
The event demonstrates the video/photo editing skills club members learned in the KACF classes.
The first part of the presentation will begin with classical music celebrating the joyful Christmas season and also include videos and slideshows of images club members took during their traveling.
After an intermission, the presentation will feature biographies of renowned writers illustrated with videos and photos combined with music. The presentation will also include artistic introductions of famous masterpiece paintings. Each presentation uses videos/photos combined with music, using DVDs and computer slideshows.
The presentation will end with an artistic touch showing traditional Korean-style residences and introduce one of the great painters, Henri Matisse, and his famous works.
The presentation will last about two hours with a 30-minute intermission. Drinks and snacks will be offered for the intermission during friendly conversation among guests.
FRIENDSHIP CLUB
Facebook class offered Dec. 17
The Friendship Club offers computer classes taught by Jeff Sacks, Maxine Smith, and Miryam Fernandez.
• Monday, Dec. 17 in Clubhouse 6, Room B
11 a.m. – Prepare for a test (DMV or Real Estate) using technology (Sacks)
Noon- Facebook for Beginners (Fernandez), an introduction to Facebook for the beginner.
• Monday, Dec. 24, Christmas Eve
No Class
Classes are free, but donations to pay for a wireless hotspot and printing materials are welcome.
If you use email, be careful about stopping your cell phone service. In many cases the cell phone number is the only way that the email company can contact you if the computer loses the email password. Have your computer support person check to see if your email is set up to properly contact you with your current cell number or a second working email account. Do this while the email is still working.
For eBay information, contact Maxine Smith maxla@aol.com; for Facebook information contact Miryam Fernandez, 884-7460; for computer information, contact Jeff Sacks (714) 642-0122.
To suggest questions for Q & A, or to join the email list, email to jfsacks@gmail.com.
Mutual 7 holiday social is Dec. 20
Mutual 7 will host its annual holiday potluck dinner and social on Thursday, Dec. 20, beginning at 4:30 p.m. in Clubhouse 4.
Turkey and ham will provided by the Mutual. Shareholders are asked to bring a ready-to-serve salad, vegetables or dessert to serve eight. Dinner will be served at 5 p.m.
Mutual 7 bingo will be played following dinner. Bring an unwrapped white-elephant item no longer wanted, but too good to throw away.
For reservations, call Carol Rasmussen, 594-4139.
Holiday bocce ball instruction canceled
Bocce ball instruction will not be available on Christmas Day or New Year’s Day, but the court will be open and equipment available for open play.
Bocce was developed into its present form in Italy.
Bocce ball instruction is offered Tuesdays from 10 a.m.-noon and Thursdays from 3-5 p.m. at the Mission Park bocce ball court, behind Clubhouse 2.
On Sundays an official will be at the court from 1-5 p.m.
Instruction The court is open every day beginning at 9 a.m. Equipment is available. Players are requested to sign in every time they play.
Partyline Plus
Holiday Gift Idea — The Y Service Club sells MiraFiber cloths to raise funds to send kids to camp. The MiraFiber Cloth plus water will clean any surface without chemicals. The cost is $6 each or five for $25. Call Glenna Hoff, 296-5040.
Obituaries
Space is available for obituaries of residents and former residents.
• An “In Memoriam” column is available free of charge. Limited to name, mutual number and date of death.
• An obituary with or without photo is available free of charge for the first 250 words. Additional words will be charged at the rate of 25 cents per word. Notices written by the news staff will be free and no more than 250 words.
• Notices from mortuaries and non-GRF members will be printed exactly as submitted and charged at the non-member classified advertising rate, $12 for the first 12 words and 25 cents for each additional word.
• Bordered, decorative obituaries and eulogies are available in any size at the prevailing display advertising rate.
• Obituaries may be published as news articles when the person has been a member of the GRF Board of Directors, or when, in the opinion of the managing editor, the passing of a person is newsworthy to a sufficiently large number of GRF members.
• A “Card of Thanks” section is available in the classified section of LW Weekly at the member classified advertising rate, $8 for the first 12 words and 25¢ per word thereafter, for persons wanting to express their thanks for help during bereavement, sickness, etc.
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Goolsby, James Carroll
1944-2018
James Carroll Goolsby, 74, Mutual 3, died Nov. 28, 2018.
He was born Sept. 26, 1944, in Parks Arkansas.
He married Sue Goolsby on May 15, 1971, in Stockton, California.
James worked as a paint manufacturing executive.
He moved to Leisure World in 2010 after living on the Pacific Ocean on a sailboat in the Long Beach Marina. Prior to that he lived in Rossmoor.
James was the president of the Silver Fox Classic Car Club in LW.
James is survived by his wife, Sue Goolsby; daughters Elizabeth (Franz) Ernst and Cynthia (Theodore) Gahn; son, Michael (Robin) Goolsby; and grandchildren, Sarah Abney, Taylor Goolsby and Jessica Goolsby.
He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. He will be missed.
Services, officiated by Mark Hopper, were held on Dec. 3 at Forest Lawn Cypress.
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Deck, Stephen B.
1945-2018
A graveside memorial service is planned to celebrate the life of Stephen Deck, Mutual 2, on Dec. 15 at 11 a.m. at Rose Hills in Whittier. Steve passed on Dec. 1, 2018, in Long Beach, California.
Steve was born in Long Beach on Oct. 11, 1945. His parents were Lymond and Cathrine Deck. He attended Wilson High School and Long Beach City College. He had a 39-year career as an engineer with General Telephone, later Verizon. He was baptized at First Christian Church on Jan. 5, 1964.
Stephen and Dena Turpen were married in the redwood forest on Aug. 21, 1971.
Steve is survived by his wife, Dena, and their children: Kirsten (Brandon Pykosz) Deck and Erik (Katie) Deck and four granddaughters.
Steve loved to sail, swim and fish in the High Sierras. The family enjoyed skiing, camping and canoeing. Steve coached soccer, led Indian Princesses and was active over his lifetime with the Sea Scouts and Boy Scouts. He loved both of his children dearly, participated in all their activities, and was extremely proud that his son became an Eagle Scout.
The family requests donations to a favorite charity of theirs: Guide Dogs for the Blind, P.O. Box 151200, San Rafael, California, 94915-1200, www.guidedogs.com, (800) 295-4050.
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In Memoriam
Fidencio Morales 76
Linda Crenshaw 58
Elizabeth Feldman 96
McKenly McGee 66
Anthony Lewis 70
Kevin Kelly 61
Roger Olson Sr 70
Harry Hastain 81
Elvind Funnekark 93
Richard Cummings 71
Families assisted by
McKenzie Mortuary,
961-9301
—paid obituary
In Memoriam
Fern Matyas
Mutual 7
Dec. 3, 2018
Travel
On the Go
Day Trips
Colorful Songs Revue – Dec. 13, $109 with lunch and wine, David Nell/Good Times Travel, (888) 488-2287
Walt Disney Concert Hall , L.A. Master Chorale Festival of Carols -Dec. 15, $99, David Nell/Good Times Travel, (888) 488-2287
Disney on Ice – Dare to Dream – Dec. 19, Honda Center, $37 with transportation, GRF Recreation, 431-6586, ext. 326 or 324, or email events@lwsb.com
Workman & Temple Family Homestead Museum, Rancho Cucamonga Lights – Dec. 17, $89 includes afternoon tea at the Christmas House Inn, David Nell/Good Times Travel, (888) 488-2287
Fantasy Springs Casino- Jan. 2, $30, Los Alamitos Senior Club, Teri Nugent, 446-0293, Verna Burns, 596-1886, Joyce Ingram, (714) 887-9821
Guide Dog/Braille Institute- Jan. 2, $75 with lunch at Clifton’s, Los Alamitos Senior Club, Teri Nugent, 446-0293, Verna Burns, 596-1886, Joyce Ingram, (714) 887-9821
Pauma Casino – Jan. 9, $15; $10 cash in machine, New York Club, Phyllis Pierce, 598?3743, or Chee Chee Porr, 430-5949
Pala Casino – Jan. 18, $6, $10 back, American Legion Post 327, Gail Levitt, 596-1346
Pechanga Casino- Feb. 6, $15, Los Alamitos Senior Club, Teri Nugent, 446-0293, Verna Burns, 596-1886, Joyce Ingram, (714) 887-9821
Segerstrom Center , “Come From Away” – Feb. 7, $92, GRF Recreation, events@lwsb.com, 431-6586. ext. 326.
Tribute to Cher, Tom Jones, Elton John, Liza Minnelli, Palm Springs – Thursday, Feb. 28, $103 includes lunch, Los Alamitos Senior Club, Teri Nugent, 446-0293, Verna Burns, 596-1886, Joyce Ingram, (714) 887-9821
Pirates of Penzance, Glendale Theater – Saturday, March 16, $95 includes lunch, at Scarantino’s, Los Alamitos Senior Club, Teri Nugent, 446-0293, Verna Burns, 596-1886, Joyce Ingram, (714) 887-9821
Harrah’s Rincon – Daily, free, Amphitheater, 7:15-7:30 a.m., (877) 777-2457
Pala Casino – Daily, free, Amphitheater, 8 a.m., (714) 985-9555
Pechanga Casino – Daily, Amphitheater, 8 a.m., free, $10 in EZ Play upon arrival, (951) 770-2579
Valley View Casino – Sunday-Tuesday, Amphitheater, 7 a.m., free
Overnight Trips
Las Vegas, Sam’s Town – Three days, Jan. 14-16, Los Alamitos Senior Club, Teri Nugent, 446-0293, Verna Burns, 596-1886
Arizona Gems, Quartzsite, Arizona – Jan. 20-22, Motorcoach, Blue Water Resort. Traveling Tigers, Joanna Matos, 598-1849
Coastal “Safari” by Rail – Three-day tour featuring an Oceanfront Stay in Pismo Beach, Coast Starlight Train, Morro Bay and Cambria. Feb. 6-8, 2019, David Nell/Good Times Travel, (888) 488-2287
Wonder Valley- Feb. 10-12, $103, Los Alamitos Senior Club, Teri Nugent, 446-0293, Verna Burns, 596-1886, Joyce Ingram, (714) 887-9821
Bluegrass Cruise – Feb. 18-22, four days, Carnival Inspiration, Long Beach, Catalina, Ensenada, Long Beach, Ellen Brannigan, (310) 890-2368.
RVers will have soup contest at Dec. 18 meeting
The Leisure World RV Club will meet Tuesday, Dec. 18, at 5 p.m. in Clubhouse 4. Members will participate in a homemade soup contest. After sampling the entries, members will vote for their favorites and prizes will be given. Members who are not entering a soup in the contest are asked to bring a side dish or dessert with serving utensils. All should bring their own beverages.
The general meeting will be at 6 p.m., followed by Christmas Bingo with prizes to the winners.
Club dues for 2019 will be collected. Dues are $10 per RV.
White elephant gifts will be featured at Traveling Tiger’s holiday party
Elephants will be flying at the Traveling Tigers Club annual holiday party on Wednesday, Dec. 19, at noon in Clubhouse 3, Room 9.
Actually white elephants will be the order of the day. Each member should bring a festively wrapped gift, either a gently used item from home or a new treasure valued at $10 or more. The white elephant gift exchange will involve one choice and one exchange. Additional games, with prizes, will be played.
Installation of officers will not be necessary this year since the 2018 officers have generously offered to remain in their positions for another year with the exception of the first vice-president, programs. Joan Schwichtenberg will turn over her duties to Susan Shaver.
This is a holiday potluck party. Members are encouraged to bring appropriate holiday food to accompany a Honeybaked ham provided by the club. Bring your own table service including a plate, cutlery and a cup. The club is trying to be environmentally friendly by avoiding Styrofoam.
Guests are welcome but will be expected to bring a potluck dish and pay a $5 membership fee. Call Joan Schwichtenberg, 446-0731, for further information.
AMERICAN LEGION
Pala trip is on Jan. 18
The American Legion, Post 327, will escort a day-trip to Pala Casino on Friday, Jan. 18.
The cost is $6 with $10 returned upon arrival at the casino on player cards. There will be five hours of playtime.
The bus leaves at 8:30 a.m from the Clubhouse 4 parking lot. It returns about 5:30 p.m. All are welcome.
Call Gail Levitt, 596-1346, for reservations.
Pauma day-trip departs Jan. 9
The New York Club will escort a day-trip to Pauma Casino on Jan. 8.
The cost of the trip is $15, with $10 cash returned in the machine.
During the trip, bingo is played coming and going and snacks are served.
The bus picks up at three locations, Clubhouse 4, 7:15 a.m.; Amphitheater, 7:30; and outside St. Andrew’s Gate, 7:35.
For reservations and information, call Phyllis Pierce, 598?3743, or Chee Chee Porr, 430-5949.
Sports And Games
Bowling
D Hustlers bowl 1,939 series in LW league play
The Leisure World Bowling League’s D Hustlers swept Nameless as John Gaddis had the high series of the week with a 708. John had 256, 258 and 194. His teammate Renato Villenueva had a 202 and 222. Not surprisingly D Hustlers had high series with 1,939.
Spares Are Good took three from We Can Do It, as Danny Bigelow bowled a 217 and Gracie Hastings a 204, which was high game for the ladies. Strikes are Better took three from Maybe Next Tuesday with Bill Lesher rolling a 211 game three.
Tom Kaczmarek of Maybe Next Tuesday had a rare triplicate bowling 165, 165 and 165.
Very Striking split with Just Lucky as they won game one by 111 pins as Ron Marcus opened with a 209 and Dave Silva a 201.
Just Lucky won the next two with Frank Snee shooting a 190.
CHESS PUZZLE
This week’s puzzle: White moves first and for any answer by black, the white’s next move is checkmate.
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Chess partners are available in Leisure World when the LW Chess Club meets from 2-6:30 p.m. on Fridays in Clubhouse 3,
Room 7. Beginners are welcome for free lessons.
Solution to this week’s puzzle: Kb3
The white King moves from c3 to b3. Any answer by black, the white’s next move is check mate.
MEN’S GOLF
Raffle is highlight at Christmas party
A fun-filled Christmas party was hosted by the LW Men’s Golf Club. Fugio Norihio and Keiko Sekino, popular members of the men’s and women’s golf clubs and who help run the monthly Guys & Gals tournament, enjoyed the evening along with 98 happy golfers, spouses and friends feasting on tri tip, barbecued chicken, spicy sausages and all the trimmings, including an open bar and assorted pies.
There was an exciting raffle with items available totaling $1,500 in value. Gleeful winners took home certificates for dinners at Macaroni Grill, Baja Sonora, rounds of golf, buckets of balls at local driving ranges, a pitching wedge golf club and much more. President Bill Zurn and secretary Dale Williamson rounded out the evening by calling out winners of pies-of-the-month from Polly’s Restaurant.
LADIES GOLF
Choi, Kim make it in circle Dec. 4
On Dec. 4, 47 ladies played for low gross, low net and circle Hole No. 6 in the Ladies’ Golf Club match. Only two ladies made it in the circle, Soo Choi and Devora Kim.
A Flight: Low gross, Soo Choi 27; low net, Hae Lee, 26; circle hole No. 6, Soo Choi and Devora Kim.
B Flight: Low gross, Helen Yoon, 28; Low net, Sun Lee, 24.
C Flight: Low gross, Hailee Yang, 31; Low net, Keiko Sekino; Melinda Lee, 23.
D Flight: Low gross, Sandra de Dubovay, 35; low net, Evelyn Scherber, 22.
LW CRIBBAGE
High score was by deDubovay
Sandra deDubovay had the high score of 844 followed by Ron Olsen at 842, Howard Richcreek at 829 and Patti Smith at 828 in Cribbage Club play on Dec. 4. Don Daniels had six games of 121. There were 59 players.
Members celebrated birthdays for Joyce Pfingston and Sandra Holt with delicious chocolate cake and chocolate swirl ice cream plus an assortment of candies and nuts. Joyce Pfingston and Jean Wilson served. Many thanks.
The Cribbage Club meets on Tuesdays at noon in Clubhouse 1. There is always room for more players. Partners are not required and games are usually finished by 3:30 p.m. Players should arrive by noon to be assured of a table.
To learn to play Cribbage or need a brush up, call Patti Smith at 242-4674 and she will arrange for lessons.
TABLE TENNIS
Club elects new officers, plans events
The Table Tennis Club elected a new board on Nov. 29. Randy Miller will replace Galal Gado as the new president. Larry Hicklin will continue serving as treasurer and Hanna Rubinstein will continue as the secretary. Luke Sunwoo will be vice president.
Thanks to Galal Gado for his service and hard work during 2018.
The Table Tennis Club has been very active during the last quarter of 2018 with increased membership and great events. Members traveled to Laguna Woods for the traditional bi-annual rematch tournament.
The yearly picnic was a huge success. Over 100 members attended and enjoyed a great Korean barbecue and fun games.
The new board met to discuss the how to improve services forclub members as well as plan events for 2019. Table Tennis Club membership dues, $10 per year, are paid in January.
For questions regarding the club and membership, call Randy Miller at 431-3532 or Hanna Rubinstein at 900-4243.
TOURNAMENT POKER
Wu won her 5th tournament Dec. 1
Club President Wendy Wu won her fifth tournament this year on Dec. 1. Her pair of nines bested Bill Clawson’s queen high to end the game. Third place was Drew Sargent, followed by Jerry Schulte, Paul Shellenberger and Bette Sargent.
Wendy has been club president for three years. Her goal is for all players to enjoy the club experience and community spirit she strives to encourage.
Erika Greenwood held best high hand with a straight flush. Judy Jasmin was second best with aces full of kings. The “featured” hand, ace and three, was won by Ron Pine.
The club looks forward to its annual potluck and Player of the Year in January.
For further information, call Wu at (714) 366-0940.
Cards and Games Scoreboard
Friendly Pinochle Club winners Dec. 6: Diana Lembert, 12,320; Peg Kaspar 11,690; Marge Dodero 11,350; Amy Kasuyama 11,210. The club meets Thursdays from noon-4 p.m. in Clubhouse 1. For more information, call (310) 968-9509.
– Bert Sellers
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Leisure World Duplicate Bridge Club Overall winners in second-section holiday game on Dec. 6, were: First in Strat A: Judith Jones-Al Appel; second in Strat A: Jeanette Estill-Ann Croul; third in Strat A, first in Strat B: Larry Topper-Lynn Danielson; fourth in Strat A: Sibyl Smith-Marilyn McClintock; fifth in Strat A: Hank Dunbar-Carol Murakoshi; sixth in Strat A, second in Strat B: Judy Carter-Johnson-Gene Yaffee; third in Strat B: Monica and Paul Honey; fourth in Strat B, first in Strat C: Louise Seifert-Stan Johnson; fifth in Strat B, second in Strat C: Miriam Kelley-Judy Mathias; sixth in Strat B, third in Strat C: Sally Fenton-Chie Wickham; fourth in Strat C: John Berg Jr.-Joanne Berg. Winners in the game on Monday, Dec. 3, were: N/S: First in Strat A: Bill Linskey-Gary Paugh; second in Strat A: Diane Sachs-Hank Dunbar; third in Strat A: Linda and Dick Stein; fourth in Strat A: Sibyl Smith-Eileen Kotecki; fifth in Strat A, first in Strat B: Judy Carter-Johnson-Gene Yaffee; sixth in Strat A, second in Strat B: Cooie Dampman-Chie Wickham; third in Strat B, first in Strat C: Kar-Yee Nelson-Hanefi Erten; second in Strat C: Sylvia Kaprelyan-Jack Dampman. E/W: First in Strat A and B: Jeanette Estill-Marilyn McClintock; second in Strat A: Judy Jones-Dave Johnston; third in Strat A, second in Strat B: Bud Parish-Sue Fardette; fourth in Strat A: Harshad Vora-Arne Lier; fifth in Strat A: Rob Preece-Fern Dunbar; tied for sixth in Strat A, tied for third in Strat B: Peggi Spring-Monica Gettis and Karen Johnston—Mary Lou Houghs (tied for first in Strat C) and Peter Yao—Paul Chen. Games are played Monday and Thursday afternoons beginning at 12:30 p.m. in Clubhouse 3 Lobby. Players are asked to arrive by 12:15 p.m. to confirm their reservations. To make or cancel a reservation for Mondays, call Midge Dunagan at 594-9698; for Thursdays, call Sharon Beran at 308-7838 or email her, no later than 10:30 a.m. on day of game, at hbsharonb@gmail.com. With a maximum of 18 tables available, players without reservations should arrive by noon and check in with the director of the day; they will be accommodated on a first come, first served basis if there is space. Players needing a partner should arrive by noon and check with the club manager; every effort will be made to find a partner. To cancel a reservation on game day or to report running late, call 481-7368 between noon and 1 p.m. Special note: There will be a games on Christmas Eve Day, Dec. 24. and New Year’s Eve Day, Dec. 31.
—Gene Yaffee
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Y-Yahtzee Rollers Club winners Dec. 7: Most Yahtzees: Lois Truey with 6. Most points: Susie Ralston, 1,505. Door prize winner: Shelly Middleton. The Rollers meet at 12:30 p.m. on the first and third Fridays of the month in Clubhouse 3, Room 6. Play, laugh and have a good time in a welcoming environment. To learn Yahtzee or play a refresher game, call Kathy Rose at 596-7237 to set up a lesson.
—Kathy Rose
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Saturday Social Bunco winners Dec. 8: Most buncos, Bobbie Straley. Most wins, Aileen Ackerman. Most babies, Yvonne Vostry. Most loses, Ann Ell. Door prize, Pat Imbriano. The Saturday Social Bunco’s next meeting will be the Christmas party/luncheon on Saturday, Dec. 22, in Clubhouse 3, Room 1, at noon. Play will begin at approximately 1 p.m. The club meets the second and fourth Saturdays of the month in Clubhouse 3 lobby. For more information, call Doris Dack, (714) 356-0443.
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Jolly Time Pinochle Club winners Dec. 8: Bert Sellers, 12,650; Bev Adams, 11,000; Sylvia Clinton, 10,390; and Julia Troise, 10,200. Games are played from noon-4 p.m. on Saturdays in Clubhouse 1. For more information, call Peg Kaspar at 799-0433.
–Bert Sellers
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Burning Tree Duplicate Bridge Club winners Dec. 8: N/S: Sibyl Smith-Jeanette Estill; Sherry Troeger-Bob Mault; Stan Johnson-Louise Seifert; Joyce Basch-Linda Nye. E/W: Diane Sachs-Marilyn McClintock; Judy Jones-Al Appel; Lavonne McQuilkin-Carol Murakoshi; Chie Wickham-Sue Krause; Ellen Kice-Dorothy Favre. Dec 7: N/S: Sibyl Smith-Diane Schmitz; Betty Jackson-Diane Sachs; Stan Johnson-Louise Seifert; Paul Chen-Juliane Deluccio. E/W: Verna Burns-Howard Smith; Ellen Kice-Howard Smith; Marilyn McClintock-Jeanette Estill; Nancy Lichter-Joyce Basch. The club meets Fridays and Saturdays in Clubhouse 1 at 12:15 p.m. For information on how to play or join, call or text Fred Reker at (615) 898-0669. The next special event is the club championship and Christmas party Friday, Dec. 14.
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Monday Bridge Club winners Dec. 10: Mary Sullivan, Dick Triggs and Karl Kulzer. Games begin at noon in Clubhouse 1. For more information, call Mary Nell Clark, 296-8570.
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Fun Time Pinochle Club winners Dec. 10: Oscar Moya, 14,450; Joe Capra, 12,140; Marilyn Allred, 11,960; and Joan Taylor, 11,760. The club meets from noon-4 p.m. Mondays in Clubhouse 1. For more information, call Joan Taylor at 240-5416.
–Bert Sellers
The club meets from noon-4 p.m. Mondays in Clubhouse 1. For more information, call Joan Taylor at 240-5416. –Bert Sellers
Arts and Leisure Dec 13 2018
LW Dance Classes and Clubs
The following is a partial list of dance classes and clubs available in Leisure World:
•A Time to Dance Club by Joseph: Ballroom dance group lessons are held the second and fourth Thursdays in Clubhouse 3, Room 2. Fox trot is taught from 6:30-7:30 p.m.; tango, 7:30-8:30 p.m.; $5 per session. Singles and couple are welcome. For information, call (559) 403-8974.
•Ballet: A one-hour class is held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays in Clubhouse 6, second floor. No experience is necessary. Men and women, including beginners, are welcome. Classes, $3, are taught by Mel Lockett. For more information, call Lynn R. Heath, 296-5588.
•Dance Club: Ballroom and social dance classes are held on Wednesdays in Clubhouse 6, Room C. Beginning/intermediate rumba is taught from 7:15-8:15 p.m. and intermediate rumba is taught from 8:15-9:15 p.m. The cost is $6 per class or $10 for both classes. Singles and couples are welcome. Dancers rotate. For information, call dance instructor Jeremy Pierson, 999-1269.
Tap dance classes are held on Thursdays in the Theater Club studio. Beginner tap dance class is from 8:30-9:30 a.m.; advanced, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Joyce Basch instructs. All levels are welcome; no experience is necessary; $5 per class. For more information, contact Basch, 598-1988 or joycebasch@verizon.net. Write “tap” in the subject line.
•Dancing Feet Club: Ballroom and line dancing are held in Clubhouse 2 on the fourth Sunday of the month from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 6. Admission is free. Guests may bring drinks and snacks. The club holds free line dance lessons and practices in Clubhouse 6 on Thursdays from 7-9 p.m., and on the first, third and fifth Sundays from 4:30-6 p.m. For more information, call Ed Bolos at (551) 998-4223.
•Flowering Step Line Dance: Free classes are held at 10 a.m. on Mondays and the third Tuesday of the month in Clubhouse 2. Young-Ah Ko is the instructor. For more information, call (310) 658-0379 or 296-8068.
•Fun Exercise Line Dance Club: Intermediate line dance meets from 10:30-11:30 a.m. on Wednesdays in Clubhouse 6, Room C; membership, $10 a year. For information, call Suzanne Ahn, 810-1614.
•Grapevine Line Dance: Free line dance classes for all levels on Thursdays from 3-5 p.m., Clubhouse 6, Room C; more advanced dancers attend the Friday class (taught at a faster pace) from 1-3 p.m. in the lobby of Clubhouse 3. Newcomers need general knowledge of line dance and basic dance steps. For more information, inquire in classes.
•Hui O Hula: Beginners meet on Mondays from 10-11:15 a.m., upstairs in Clubhouse 6, followed by an intermediate and advanced class. The Tuesday class starts at 1:15 p.m. upstairs in Clubhouse 6. All levels are welcome. For more information, call 252-9676 or email jojo@huiohula.com.
•Joyful Line Dance Club: Get exercise and learn line dances from 2:30-4:30 p.m., Wednesdays, in the lobby of Clubhouse 3. Beginners dance from 2:30-3 p.m.; intermediates, 3-4:30 p.m. Members dance to popular favorites at the beginning and learn newer dances in the last hour. Takako Mitchell is the instructor. For more information, call Anna Derby, 301-5339.
•Leisure Time Dancers: Texas Two Step and Latin Cha Cha will be taught on Mondays in Clubhouse 6. The two-step, a casual, easy country dance, starts at 2 p.m.; and the upbeat Latin cha cha, at 3 p.m. Singles and couples are welcome; dancers rotate. Cost is $6 for one hour; $10 for two hours. For more information, call instructor Richard Sharrard at 434-6334.
•Leisure World Cloggers: Classes suspended through December. In January, classes resume as follows: advanced and intermediate students meet at 8:30 a.m. and beginners at 10:30 a.m., Wednesdays, on the Amphitheater stage. For more information, call 598-9974.
•Leisure Whirlers Square and Round Dance Club: The club hosts themed dances with a potluck on the first Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in Clubhouse 4. Singles and couples are welcome. Cost is $7 per person. For more information, call Lenore Velky at 237-2682.
•Saturday Morning Dance Club: American tango is taught from 9-10 a.m.; the Hustle, from 10-11 a.m., Saturdays, in Clubhouse 1; Candi Davis; instructor; dancers rotate. Sessions are $5.
•Suede Sole Dancers: The group meets at 6 p.m. on Sundays for a class upstairs in Clubhouse 6. Pat Erickson is the instructor.
•Velvetones Jazz Club Dance: The big band plays dance music at 6 p.m. on the first and third Sundays of the month in Clubhouse 4.
•Zumba Club: Stef Sullivan teaches the class with dance steps inspired by salsa, merengue, cha-cha, raggaeton, Cumbia, Bollywood, jazz, hip-hop and disco. Classes, $3, are held at 5:30 p.m. on Mondays, 8:30 a.m. on Tuesdays, 5 p.m. on Wednesdays, 8:30 a.m. on Thursdays and Fridays, 11 a.m. on Saturdays and 2:30 p.m. on Sundays. Classes are held in Clubhouse 6, except the Thursday class, which meets in Clubhouse 3.
Leisure Whirlers to celebrate New Year’s
Come and join the Leisure Whirlers for a New Year’s Eve Dinner and Dance Party on Monday, Dec. 31, from 5-9:30 p.m. in Clubhouse 1.
There will be music, dancing and a buffet dinner. Doors open at 5 p.m. for socializing. A buffet dinner will be served starting at 6 p.m. Pre-rounds are from 6:30-7 p.m. Square and round dances will be alternated from 7-9:30 p.m.
Singles and couples are welcome. There will be a singles rotation so everyone can dance. Tickets, $12 per person, are now on sale.
For more information call Lenore Velky at 237-2682.
Square Dance Class
Square dance classes are held on Mondays from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Experienced dancers are welcome to help support the student dancers. Singles and couples are welcome. There is a singles rotation so everyone can dance.
The class is held at the Garden Grove Women’s Club, 9501 Chapman Ave., in Garden Grove. For more information, call Mel Branham at (714) 803-0250.
Lapidary Club
The Lapidary Club will have a copper enameling class by Carol Levine from 9 a.m.-noon, Dec. 28, in the Lapidary Room at Clubhouse 4. Cost is $10, which includes all materials.
A sign-up sheet is available at the Lapidary Room to reserve a spot.
Leisure Cloggers
The Leisure World Cloggers will not have classes in December.
Everyone is welcome back on Jan. 2.
For more information, call 598-9974.
—Dolorie Thurner
GRF Weekly Dance
The Golden Rain Foundation sponsors a weekly dance on Saturdays from 7-10 p.m. in Clubhouse 1.
Linda Herman will play mixed ballroom on Dec. 15.
The GRF Recreation Department asks residents and their guests to adhere to the following rules:
• Do not park on the east side of Clubhouse 1. Parking for the clubhouse is across Golden Rain Road at the golf course or on Burning Tree Lane.
• People must be out of the clubhouse no later than 10 p.m. to permit adequate time for the custodian to prepare the space for the following day.
• Only the bands can make announcements from the stage.
• Clubhouse lighting and audio-visual equipment can only be adjusted by the custodian according to the instructions they have been given
• Everyone should sign in, either as a resident or guest. This is the only way GRF can judge the popularity of bands.
Saturday Night Dance is fun and free
by Annette O’Connell
LW contributor
All are welcome for a fun evening at the Saturday Night Dance.
There’s a good reason to go dancing in Leisure World. It’s a fun way to spend your time. Dancing has all kinds of advantages besides getting out and meeting new people. The exercise increases physical stamina and flexibility. It also helps to maintain a sense of balance, reducing your fear of falling. Dancing can be a workout, and it definitely reduces stress and tension. Experts believe that dancing is uniquely effective at delaying the onset of dementia in seniors.
The Saturday Night Dance in Clubhouse 1 is free and features live music. It’s tough to beat that deal. No one cares what your level of dancing ability is, it really is just fun. Dancing can become the highlight of your week. Newcomers, both singles and couples, are always welcome and it doesn’t really matter if you can’t get on “Dancing With The Stars.” We’re looking forward to meeting you on an upcoming Saturday evening in Clubhouse 1 starting at 7 p.m.
Community Sing
The Community Sing will meet on Dec. 17 at 6:30 p.m. in the Clubhouse 3 Lobby.
People who want to be part of the Opening Acts should come at 6 p.m. to sign in with emcee Betty Ballen. Bring music for the pianist Barbara McIlhaney.
The Recreation Department requests that people wait until 6 p.m. before entering the lobby.
This will be Treat Night at Community Sing. Bring food (in disposable containers with serving utensils marked with the owner’s name.
After Opening Acts, Betty will lead songs from the red “All-Christmas” book, accompanied by Barbara McIlhaney.
After collecting the books and leading “Kumbaya,” Betty will invite the audience to partake of the treats on the back table (the line will go both directions). After filling their plates, guests may sit and enjoy their treats at any of the tables where there are chairs.
On Dec. 3, Byong Choi was the emcee. Opening Acts began with Audrey McKenzie singing “Bali Hai,” and Ethel Carter sang, “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.” She was followed by Bob Barnum, “Moon River”; Peter Innerbickler, “For You Alone”; Ken Han, “The Lord’s Prayer” (a capella); and Sung Nam Lee, “Prethika.” Pianist Pat Kogok accompanied six of the soloists.
After Opening Acts, Byong led group singing until he introduced his half-time guests, the Flowering Step Line Dancers. The founder of this group is Ko Yung Ah, a talented line dance teacher who has up to 80 dancers/students at a time.
The 10 dancers who performed were dressed in red and black and wore white pearl necklaces.
They danced to the following four numbers: “My Ladies Rumba,” “Rivers of Babylon,” “Andong Station” and “Jingle Bell Rock.”
Audience members tapped their toes, clapped along at times, and applauded loudly after each well-coordinated dance.
Byong then wrapped up group singing and ended the musical evening with “Kumbaya.”
Many thanks to pianist Pat Kogok and book lender Bob Barnum.
Also a big thank you to both Byong Choi and Vito Villamor for book transportation.
The Community Sing will be dark until Jan. 14.
Community Karoke
It was a rainy night for Community Karaoke, so host Walt Bier opened the evening and his umbrella while serenading everyone with “Rhythm of the Rain.”
Other singers chose mostly Christmas carols.
Singers had to change their selections at the last minute because the person before them had just sung the tune.
It was a challenge for some to quickly find another carol that hadn’t been sung.
Pat Kogak came up with a song with a perfect verse for everyone. The “Grown Up Christmas List” had a lifelong wish for “no more lives torn apart, that wars would never start, and time would heal all hearts, and everyone would have a friend, and right would always win, and love would never end.”
Despite the cold, rainy night, the club’s steady members showed up to sing a number or two.
There were 31 singers and along with the festive entertainment, there was hot coffee and snacks to share.
Karaoke practice is held Tuesday in Clubhouse 6 from 1-3 p.m., and karaoke parties are Wednesday night in Clubhouse 1 beginning at 5:30 p.m.
Everyone is welcome to join this happy group of singers and the friends who cheer them on.
Naples Rib Co serves in LW
Naples Rib Company will bring dinner service to Clubhouse 1 on Monday, Dec. 17.
Finbars Italian Kitchen will be on hiatus in December.
Reservations are required and must be received before noon on the Mondays of service. Contact the restaurant directly by phone at 439-7427or via the website at http://www.ribcompany.com/leisure-world-menu.asp. Those who book through the website will receive a special treat.
Diners are encouraged to come any time between 4-6 p.m. to avoid long lines; the dining room is open until 7 p.m.
DEC. 17 MENU
Dinners include a mini loaf of cornbread with honeybutter, extra barbecue sauce, coleslaw and barbecued beans (tax included).
DINNER SELECTIONS
Prime Rib (8 oz), $20
5 Rib Bones, $16
Tri Tip (6 oz), $16
1/2 Chicken, $15
Pasta Primavera, $13
COMBO MEALS
Ribs and 1/4 Chicken, $18
Ribs and Tri Tip, $20
(5 Bones and 6 oz Tri Tip)
1/4 Chicken and Tri Tip (6 oz), $18
EXTRAS
Add one Louisana hot sausage, $2
Add bottled water or a can of Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, $1.50
LW Library
The Leisure World Library has 14 board games available for residents to check out.
Selections include Battleship, checkers/Star-Halma, double six dominoes, tiddlywinks, Yahtzee, wooden chess, Scrabble, Super Big Boggle and Uno Deluxe, among others. Come in and check them out.
Opera Club
The Opera Club will be on hiatus in December. The next meeting will be Tuesday, Jan 8.
Everyone is invited to come at 1:30 p.m. to Clubhouse 3, Room 1, to watch the “Pagliacci,” starring popular tenor Jonas Kaufmann. Club member Sylvan Von Burg will introduce the opera. For more information, contact Beverly Emus, Opera Club president, at 296-5586 or bemus@socal.rr.com.
Ad Hoc Chorus
The Ad Hoc Chorus meets at 4 p.m. on Tuesdays in the lobby of Clubhouse 3 for one hour. All are welcome to come and sing the old “Hit Parade” favorites, show tunes and some humorous novelty ditties. Helene Onu is the song leader and piano accompaniment is provided by Barbara McIlhaney. Everyone has an opportunity to try their hand at being a song leader. You do not have to be able to read music. Song sheets are supplied.
For more information, call Chuck Burnett at 493-0176.
Gingerbread House Contest is Dec. 20
The Leisure World Library will host its second annual Gingerbread House Contest from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 20. Gingerbread houses will be on display, and everybody is welcome to stop by and vote for their favorites.
People who are interested in entering gingerbread houses in the contest should come by the library to pick up complete contest rules. Entries need to be submitted with forms to library staff by Dec. 17.
Even if you don’t want to directly participate, everyone is invited to stop by Veterans Plaza (next to the Library) on Dec. 20 to check out all the great creations. The library will also provide refreshments and a giant gingerbread house diorama perfect for photo opportunities. For more information, call the library at 598-2431 or inquire on your next visit.
Video Producers Club
The Video Producers Club offers free training weekdays from 10 a.m.-noon in Clubhouse 3, Room 12-A. Get answers to video-related questions and step-by-step demonstrations; no appointments needed. Drop in Mondays to learn more about creating and editing videos with Joe Osuna; Tuesdays, how to transfer VHS tapes to DVD or other media, Richard Houck; Wednesdays, general information about the club and its services, Irene Cistaro; Thursdays, using smartphones and tablets to take videos, Joseph Valentinetti; and Fridays, creating and editing videos, Janice Laine. For more information, call the VPC Room at 431-6586, ext. 287.
LBSO Christmas Concert
The Long Beach Symphony will be joined in revelry by Long Beach Camerata Singers and Long Beach Youth Chorus for a joyful holiday concert at 8 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 22, in the Pacific Ballroom of the Long Beach Arena, 300 E. Ocean Blvd.
Maestro Eckart Preu, music director of the Long Beach Symphony, will kick off the fun at 8 p.m. with an orchestral medley of favorites by Leroy Anderson, composer of the jaunty “Sleighride” tune.
Highlights of the first half of the program include selections from Tchaikovsky’s “Nutcracker Suite,” two songs from the movie “Home Alone” with the Youth Chorus and “The Night Before Christmas,” narrated by local actor and voice artist Jamieson Price.
The concert will also feature Handel’s iconic “Hallelujah Chorus” delivered full throttle by the Camerata Singers.
After intermission, audiences will be treated to the Hanukkah Festival Overture by Lucas Richman and an audience sing-a-long of Christmas favorites.
“The Symphony loves bringing musical joy to people during the holidays,” said President Kelly Lucera. “We can’t think of a better way to celebrate the season than with a POPS! concert and 3,000 of our closest neighbors and friends.”
Patrons are encouraged to sing along to their favorites while enjoying their favorite foods and libations while mingling with friends during pre-concert picnicking.
The Symphony also encourages everyone to bring new and wrapped toys to the concert where the Long Beach Police Department’s Toy Patrol will be collecting toy donations.
Tickets to a Long Beach Symphony Holiday POPS! concert include options for seats at 10-top tables or more intimate Bistro seating at four-top tables.
For the budget-conscious, loge seating is available for just $29 (student tickets $10 with ID).
Jumbo screens on each side of the stage bring the action to life for everyone, regardless of seating preference, and all patrons are invited to bring their own picnics and libations or to purchase dinner from a list of preferred local caterers. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. to allow time for dining and mingling with friends; concert begins at 8 p.m.
For more information or to purchase tickets and subscriptions, visit www.LongBeachSymphony.org or call 436-3203, ext. 1. Tickets are also available on Ticketmaster. The POPS! Series is sponsored, in part, by Farmers & Merchants Bank.
For Classical music lovers, the Symphony will perform Beethoven’s magnificent Symphony No. 3, Eroica on Feb. 2 in the Terrace Theater of the Performing Arts Center.
Leisure World patrons have the convenience of transportation to and from the community. Meet the bus at the Amphitheater bus loading area on St. Andrews Drive no later than 5:45 p.m. the day of the concert.
The bus leaves promptly at 6 p.m. to arrive in time for Maestro Eckart Preu’s free pre-concert lecture, and returns following the concert. For further information visit LongBeachSymphony.org or contact bus co-hostess Beverly Emus at 296-5586 or bemus@socal.rr.com.
SBTV Channel 3
SBTV-3 airs on TWC-Spectrum Channel 3, Frontier Fios Channel 37 and online streaming at sbtv3.org/schedule. Thursday, Dec. 13
4 pm Celebration of Life—
Keith Baque
4:55 pm Veteran’s Day Celebration
6 pm FALW Fun Karaoke Christmas
7 pm Studio Cafe
8 pm Christmas Story by Joe Osuna
8:10 pm Acapella Holiday SBTV-3
8:30 pm 40th SB Christmas Parade
10 pm Acapella Holidays
10:30 pm Days of Old Long Gone By
11 pm Cerritos Center
Friday, Dec. 14
4 pm The Elf Who Saved Christmas
4:30 pm Halloween Pumpkin Carving
5:20 pm Tommy Williams Sings
5:30 pm Christmas Music with
Fortunato Revilla
5:40 pm Acapella Holiday SBTV-3
6 pm Christmas Harmonica
with Rob Roy
6:30 pm Christmas Story by Joe Osuna
6:40 pm Acapella Holiday SBTV-3
7 pm 40th SB Christmas Parade
9 pm Bob Cole Conservancy
10 pm Cerritos Center
Saturday, Dec. 15
4 pm Rockin’ Chairs
6 pm LW Video Producers Club
Christmas Party
6:32 pm Bula Brothers Dec 2018
7 pm Studio Cafe
8 pm Pageant of the Arts 2018
9:10 pm Halloween Pumpkin Carving
10 pm Bob Cole Conservancy
11 pm Live at the Ford
Sunday, Dec. 16
4 pm Celebration of Life—
Keith Baque
4:55 pm Veterans Day Celebration
6 pm FALW Fun Karaoke
Christmas 2018
7 pm 40th SB Christmas Parade
9 pm Studio Cafe
10:30 pm Shakespeare in the Park
Monday, Dec. 17
4 pm The Elf Who Saved Christmas
4:30 pm Halloween Pumpkin Carving
5:20 pm Tommy Williams Sings
5:30 pm Christmas Music with
Fortunato Revilla
5:40 pm Acapella Holiday SBTV-3
6 pm Christmas Harmonica
with Rob Roy
6:30 pm Christmas Story by Joe Osuna
6:40 pm Acapella Holiday SBTV-3
7 pm SB Planning Commission
9 pm 40th SB Christmas Parade
11 pm Bob Cole Conservancy
Tuesday, Dec. 18
4 pm Rockin’ Chairs
6 pm LW Video Producers Club
Holiday Party
6:32 pm Bula Brothers Dec 2018
7 pm Studio Cafe
8 pm Pageant of the Arts 2018
9:10 pm Halloween Pumpkin Carving
10 pm 40th SB Christmas Parade
Wednesday, Dec. 19
4 pm FALW Fun Karaoke Christmas
4:45 pm Christmas Music with
Fortunato Revilla
4:55 pm Veterans Day Celebration LW
6 pm Acapella Holiday SBTV-3
6:20 pm Days of Old Long Gone By
6:30 pm Halloween Pumpkin Carving
7:20 pm Tommy Williams Sings
7:30 pm Christmas Harmonica
with Rob Roy
8 pm The Elf Who Saved Christmas
8:30 pm Studio Cafe
9:30 pm 40th SB Christmas Parade
11:30 pm Bob Cole Conservancy
*All programming is subject to change.
OC Office on Aging Assessment
The Office on Aging is working with the Orange County Aging Services Collaborative (OCASC) to conduct a needs assessment of older adults residing in Orange County.
The focus of this assessment is to evaluate issues and perceived needs of older adults.
The 2017 needs assessment, respondent’s top three concerns were:
1. Socialization (54 percent)
2. Financial Assistance (43 percent)
3. Transportation (40 percent)
The Office on Aging is asking Orange County seniors to complete a 10-minute needs assessment survey to identify new and current needs within the community.
The survey can be found online at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2018ocascsln.
The survey is completely anonymous; however, people who want additional personalized assistance can leave contact information at the end of the survey or they can call the Office on Aging at (714) 480-6450 or (800) 510-2020.
With your help, the Office on Aging will continue to employ collaborative partnerships and innovative programming to maximize limited resources and improve the older adult service delivery systems.
Harlem Globetrotters Trip
The Recreation Department will sponsor a GRF bus trip to the Honda Center in Anaheim on Feb. 23 for a Harlem Globetrotters game/event.
The bus will leave at 12:15 p.m., to arrive in plenty of time for a 2 p.m. showtime.
Seats will be on the lower bowl of the arena; tickets are $55 and include bus fare and gratuity for the driver.
The Harlem Globetrotters are an exhibition basketball team. They combine athleticism, theater, and comedy in their style of play.
Over the years they have played more than 26,000 exhibition games in 123 countries and territories.
The team’s signature song is Brother Bones’ whistled version of “Sweet Georgia Brown.”
The line-up has included some of the greatest players ever, including Wilt Chamberlain, Marques Haynes, Curly Neal, and Connie Hawkins, to name a few, and they have appeared in their own movies and TV shows.
The Globetrotters originated on the south side of Chicago, Illinois, in the 1920s, where all the original players were raised.
The team has maintained a world famous tradition of ball handling wizardry, basketball artistry, and one-of-a-kind family entertainment.
For more information and tickets, contact the Recreation Department at 431-6586, ext. 326 or 324, or events@lwsb.com.
LW Poetry
This poetry feature showcase original poems by members of the Creative Writers Club of Leisure World and other GRF members. The club’s Poetry Workshop meets on the second Wednesday of the month at 1:30 p.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 9. The Fiction/Nonfiction Group meets on the fourth Friday at 1:30 p.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 1, followed by a business meeting at 3 p.m.
Let’s Get Along
I’m a sad old woman
‘Cause my country seems broken,
Divided by hate,
Nasty words freely spoken.
The Dems scorn the Reps,
The Reps scorn the Dems,
We’re bitterly divided
Between the “Us” and the “Thems.”
I’m a Bernie-type Liberal,
So must I add to the trauma
And disavow an old buddy
Because he despises Obama?
Can’t we agree on clean air,
Clean rivers and oceans,
And that we each have a right
To how we express our devotions?
Let’s come together,
One and all,
Because “United we’ll stand,
But divided we’ll fall.
—Julie Ford