LWW Translate/Vie Ed. 07-06-23

TRIBUTE TO BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN

Revel in ‘Glory Days’ tonight

The Springsteen Experience

June 29 | 7:30 p.m.

Amphitheater Stage

Sponsors: Golden Age Foundation, 

Financial Partners Credit Union

Leisure Worlders and their guests were “Born to Run” to the Amphitheater tonight at 7:30 p.m. to rock out with The Springsteen Experience at the second Amphitheater show of the season.

Bruce Springsteen is one of the most prolific song writers and storytellers of our time. With such a large and eclectic catalog of music spanning more than four decades, The Springsteen Experience—led by Josh Schreiber and the cast and crew—will perform a high-octane, chronological journey recreating the most memorable moments and stage interactions throughout E Street concert history. 

From 1973 through the height of Springsteen’s Fame in the ‘80s and beyond, this theatrical production accurately replicates the near circus-like appeal of an authentic Springsteen concert, including vintage equipment and stage sets, multiple costume changes and note-perfect renditions of Springsteen’s most popular hits and lyrical gems. 

The repertoire includes  the iconic “Born to Run,” “Detroit Medley,” “Adam Raised a Cain,”
“Sherry Darling,” “Hungry Heart,” “Glory Days,” “Born in the USA” and more.

See page 14 for the full season schedule. See page 15 for amphitheater rules.

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AMPHITHEATER MOVIE

Top Gun Maverick to be screened Friday

Movies will be shown on the gigantic screen at the Amphitheater on Friday nights starting at 8:30 p.m. LW residents are invited to bring friends and family for a free movie night. 

The Minibus has “on call” service to movies beginning at 7:15 p.m. 

Call 562-431-6586, ext. 379, and a bus will arrive within 10 minutes. A bus is available to take residents home after the movie.

• July 7—Top Gun Maverick: After 30 years, Maverick is still pushing the envelope as a top naval aviator, but must confront ghosts of his past when he leads Top Gun’s elite graduates on a mission that demands the ultimate sacrifice from those chosen to fly it.

PG-13 | 2h 10min | action, thriller

See the full movie schedule on page 14.

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OC COUNCIL ON AGING

Seniors should be wary of online prescriptions

The Orange County Senior Citizens Advisory Council, along with the Office on Aging, is issuing a warning about the dangers of purchasing online medication.

Fake prescription pills are easy to purchase and widely available online. Fake pills are often sold on social media and e-commerce platforms—available to anyone with a smartphone.

Criminal drug networks are mass-producing fake pills and falsely marketing them as legitimate prescription pills, according to the federal Drug Enforcement Agency. The fake pills often contain fentanyl or other illicit drugs and can be deadly, according to DEA officials.

The Office on Aging recommends that seniors learn how to buy prescription drugs safely on the internet by visting www.FDA.gov/BeSafeRx.

—Mariann Klinger

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HEALTH RESOURCES

Alzheimer’s OC launches Memory Support Team in LW

Alzheimer’s Orange County, with the support of numerous partners, will officially roll out the Leisure World Seal Beach Memory Support Team (MST) this month.

The MST will provide a variety of memory support programs and services to LWSB shareholders and families concerned about memory loss and/or cognitive decline.  The MST is comprised of dementia care specialists and Care Team navigators who will team up with residents to support their efforts to live productively and independently.  

The team was awarded grant money to offer a variety of free educational classes to Leisure World residents, which will commence this month. They include:

  11 Tips for Successful Solo Aging in Your Home: July 10, from 10-11 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 2.

• Brain Boot Camp (a two-week series): July 17 and 24, from 10-11:30 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 2.

• Keeping Your Home Safe 101: Aug. 14, from 10-11 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 2.

• Worried About Your Memory? Normal Aging vs. Warning Signs: Sept. 13, 10-11 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 1. 

The MST will offer support, education and care coordination for those living with dementia, as well as for care partners in Leisure World. 

Services will include brain health education, home safety assessments, caregiver support and education, medication reviews, behavioral symptom assistance, planning for future needs, health care directives, and linking people to appropriate resources. 

Many of the above services will be accessed via phone or virtually (Zoom), at the LWSB Social Services Office, at events at LWSB clubhouses, and in the homes of individuals and families living with memory loss. Enrollment for in-home services will require a no-fee clinical assessment provided by the clinicians of the MST.

With the exception of respite care programming, services will be provided at no cost. Respite care programming is expected to begin in January 2024, and more information about that service will be forthcoming by year’s end.

This project is supported in part by a grand awarded to AlzOC from the federal Department of Health and Human Services. 

The development of the MST was greatly influenced by the thoughtful and persistent advocacy of the Golden Age Foundation. Support for the program has also come from the Golden Rain Foundation, SoMang Society, Pathways Volunteer Hospice, CSULB Center for Successful Aging, LWSB Community Church, Meals on Wheels Long Beach and Orange County, LWSB OPTUM Care Health Center and Alzheimer’s Orange County. 

Those with questions about classes can email learn@alzoc.org or call the helpline at 844-373-4400. For more information about the MST’s services, call Tarah McNulty, community services project manager, at 949-757-3759 or email tarah.mcnulty@alzoc.org.

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First Amphitheater show was a resounding success

The first show of the 2023 Amphitheater Season was a huge hit. On June 29, the Amphitheater was packed to the brim with Leisure Worlders dancing and singing along to Beach Boys songs performed by tribute band Surf’s Up. 

The successful kick-off to summer full of concerts was standing-room only. The event was sponsored by Home Instead Senior Care and On-Site Home Sales, who threw beach balls into the audience to add some oceanside flare to the event. 

People enjoyed food offerings from Lucille’s BBQ, Koffel’s and Mandi’s Candies. To view the full Ampitheater Season schedule, see page 14 or consult the 2023 Spotlight On Entertainment, which were mailed to residents homes in June. Extra copies are available in the News Office, located next to the Amphitheater.

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Annual Life Options Expo linked residents to crucial resources

Veterans Plaza was bustling with energy on June 30 as residents flocked to and fro at the Life Options Expo, gathering advice and information on how to live their best, healthiest lives. 

The annual expo brings a myriad of health providers to Leisure World, creating a dense resource of crucial health information in residents’ backyard. The event was presented by GRF in partnership with Sunrise of Seal Beach Assisted Living. 

Various vendors from home care and elder care agencies, residential care facilities, county organizations and more presented information on their services along with giveaways, raffles, games, snacks and refreshments. Representatives from Lucent Hospice entertained people with Plinko games and prizes.

“I love it! There are so many things and information to choose from that I may need in the future,” said Mutual 4 resident John Russell, who’s attended the expo for the past six years. 

The LW Orchestra provided entertainment and people enjoyed food options and sweets for purchase from Mandi’s Candies Ice Cream and Berlin Food Truck. 

The ambiance, along with beautiful sunny weather, was welcoming and pleasant. The excitement was palpable, as people gathered to watch presentations and review products and services. 

The hugely popular event was deemed a success.

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TRANSPORTATION

Get acquainted with the Minibus system at meeting

A Minibus informational meeting will be held today, July 6, at 10 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 3. Meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month to assist LW residents with using the many transportation services available to the Leisure World community. No reservations are required.

The GRF Transportation Department provides information on the LW Minibus service as well as the GRF appointment-based Access bus service for people with mobility challenges.

Information on other local area bus and transportation services to nearby grocery shopping and medical service destinations is also presented. 

Meetings often include information and updates on the City of Seal Beach Senior Shopping Shuttle to Rossmoor and Old Ranch shopping centers and the Seal Beach Old Town Pier shuttle.

The LW Minibus service is a community transportation service for everyone. Anyone who has a valid pass to enter the community can ride on the LW buses. The only rule is each person must be 18 years of age or older or accompanied by someone who is 18 years of age or older.

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PERSPECTIVES

SB police arrest child abuse suspect

The Seal Beach Police Department was involved in a car chase that resulted in the arrest of a 25-year-old child abuse suspect.

On June 22 at about 3:37 p.m., Seal Beach police officers were dispatched to the area of Heather Street and Guava Avenue in Seal Beach regarding a welfare check of a young child located in the neighborhood without any parents or guardians in the vicinity. 

Officers arrived on scene and observed visible injuries to the 4-year-old child’s face and body. Officers requested paramedics to respond and began a child abuse investigation.

While paramedics were conducting a physical assessment of the child, the alleged abuser responsible for the child’s injuries was observed driving in the neighborhood and an investigative traffic stop was initiated. 

The suspect fled from the traffic stop in his vehicle and a pursuit ensued.

The pursuit continued through the city of Garden Grove, onto the northbound 405 freeway and was ultimately terminated by officers who could not determine if the suspect vehicle had continued northbound 405 or onto the northbound 605 freeway. 

Approximately three minutes later, the suspect vehicle was involved in a traffic collision in the city of Los Alamitos. The suspect fled from the vehicle on foot. With the assistance of Los Alamitos and Cypress police officers and the Huntington Beach police helicopter, the suspect was located and taken into custody.

The child was transported to a local hospital and Child Protective Services was contacted.

The suspect was identified as Cody Rohlfing, age 25, of Seal Beach. It was later determined that the suspect was not biologically related to the child but lives with the child’s mother at the residence in Seal Beach. 

Rohlfing was later transported to Orange County Jail to be booked for felony child abuse, resisting arrest, felony evading and felony hit and run resulting in injuries.

This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact Sergeant Gibson at 562-799-4100, ext. 1128, or jgibson@sealbeachca.gov.

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Bus Tours

The GRF Transportation Department will conduct monthly bus tours of Leisure World on the first Tuesdays for new and recently moved-in residents.

Included in the tour will be GRF clubhouses, Turtle Lake Golf Course, Mission Park and its activity courts and gaming rooms, the 1.8-Acre disposal and recycling area, as well as the Leisure World Library and the Main Gate bus station.

The 1.5-hour tours will begin at the bus hub on the east side of the Amphitheater north of the Administration Building.

Stock Transfer can book tours when new buyers check in, or people can schedule one at https://outlook. office365. com/owa/calendar/NewMemberBusTours@ lwsb. com/bookings/.

For more information, contact Melissa Gomez by emailing melissag@lwsb.com or calling 562-431-6586, ext. 326, or Kathy Thayer by emailing kathyt@lwsb.com or calling 562-431-6586, ext. 398.

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LIFELONG LEARNING

OLLI classes commence July 10

Prepare a backpack and stuff  a pencil case: the first day of classes for CSULB’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute is July 10. 

Class registration began in early June and classes are still available. Membership is open to adults 50 and older. 

The cost for a full academic year is $40, with a small additional price per class.

Enrollment is available on a first-come, first-served basis. 

A wide variety of classes are still open for registration.

An OLLI representative told the LW Weekly that in-person computer classes fill up the fastest, and many may be closed. However, the representative urged prospective students to call the OLLI office, as instructors may be flexible and may allow additional students beyond the class limit. 

OLLI President Glen Libby described the OLLI educational experience as “joyful,” adding, “You are in total control of your curriculum. I highly recommend that you test the waters in all that OLLI has to offer. You will be a better person for making the effort.”

For more information about classes, call the OLLI office at 562-985-2398 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. 

Classes are offered in-person, online and in a hybrid format. To see the full course catalog, visit csulb.edu/olli.

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Setting It Straight

In an article titled “CINC system offers information on permits, violations and more” on page 3 of the June 29, 2023 edition, the LW Weekly published an incorrect phone number. Questions about CINC should be directed to 562-431-6586, ext. 313 or ext. 344.

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Letters Policy

Letters, maximum 250 words, should be typed and delivered to LW Weekly by email, regular mail or hand-delivered. Letters must be of general interest to the community and may contain opinions, suggestions, compliments and complaints without being scurrilous, libelous, defamatory, repetitive or otherwise inappropriate.

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ARTS & LEISURE

Legends of Rock hump day dance

Based on the great turnout of Leisure World rockers and dancers, the Pickleball Club is pleased to announce they are again sponsoring a Wednesday “Hump Day” dance party free to all  Leisure World residents and their guests. 

 The dance will be held on Wednesday, July 12, in Clubhouse 2 from 5:30-8 p.m.

The live music dance party features the Legends of Rock (LoR) Dance Band, which plays throughout Orange County and includes Leisure World resident Jon Pearlstone.  

The LoR Dance Band plays music that makes people want to dance and party—featuring the best in classic rock dance tunes from artists like The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Elvis, Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty and many more. 

All concerts are BYO-everything, with donations greatly appreciated.

For more information, contact Legendsrocktribute@gmail.com or join their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086479654224 for other fun dance and live music events.

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Bassett Hounds performance

The Bassett Hounds band will perform Friday, July 7, in Clubhouse 2. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., music from 6-8. 

Admission is free and donations are encouraged. All are welcome. The performance is brought to residents by Coconut Breeze.

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Community Karaoke

Patriotic songs were popular at the June 28 karaoke party.  “This Land is Your Land” and “Yankee Doodle Boy” are some favorites. 

The karaoke song books are separated by title songs in alphabetical order, and another book by artists, such as Bee Gees, Linda Ronstadt, Elvis Presley, Madonna and all the others.  

There are categories for Christmas, gospel, patriotic, showtunes, Spanish, Italian, Irish, Hawaiian and standard songs. 

Everyone is welcome to enjoy the evening in Clubhouse 1 each Wednesday night beginning at 5:30 p.m. There’s always coffee, tea and snacks for people as they listen to the 30-plus talented singers from Leisure World.

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Entertainers Club

The Entertainers Club will present a program of songs in Clubhouse 4 on Friday, July 14, at 7 p.m.  

The program is titled “You and the Night and the Music,” and will feature love songs celebrating that one special night with a loved one that a person never forgets. 

Club members include Rob Illingworth, Michelle Potter, Don and Beverly Sunday, Vinnie Correnti, Susan Sinner, Vickie Van Ert and Mike Simpson.  Joining Sandy and Eric Nelson on accompaniment will be Andre DuSomme on bass. 

People can bring their favorite snacks and libations and enjoy love songs from the 20th century performed by their favorite LW performers.  

Admission is free. Space is limited, so people are encouraged to arrive early.

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Video Producers Club

The Video Producers Club meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month in Clubhouse 3, Room 7 at 10 a.m.

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Doo Wop Club

Let the Good Times Roll members are counting down to showtime. The club will hold its annual Summer Woodstock party on Saturday, July 15, in Clubhouse 2. All Leisure World residents and their guests are welcome. Admission is free.

Guests may bring their own refreshments, and the club will provide a variety of cookies and coffee. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and the show will kickoff at 7. Everyone is invited to join in singing and dancing to the song “Let the Sun Shine.”

Guests are encouraged to dress the part and enjoy being a hippie for the evening. There will be many opportunities to sing along or dance, or both.

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Art League

The LW Art League will hold a demonstration on Tuesday, July 11, at 7 p.m. in Clubhouse 4. The demonstrator will be contemporary visual artist Cody Lusby from Long Beach. He aspires to change the world through local community action and by developing large-scale projects that enable viewers to feel empowered.

His classical art training began at the Orange County High School of Arts, after which he was awarded a scholarship to Laguna College of Art and Design. 

Building on his knowledge of representational painting, he spent 10 years experimenting in a more contemporary manner and then another 10 years working to refine his style. In the past 14 years he has had 12 solo shows involving a range of artistic practices including painting, sculpture and video.

Lusby is a local Long Beach artist who has lived in his Rose Park home for 11 years. Lusby’s event is part of the Long Beach Open Studio Tour, a yearly self-guided tour that allows guests to visit artists in their studios and home to see their art and workspaces.

Lusby can be recognized for his community project, Roses for Rose Park, which consists of large multi-colored roses being painted on walls, in front of homes, and on the streets in the Rose Park area. 

The murals are created with a team of neighborhood volunteers. Growing up in beach cities such as San Pedro, Huntington Beach and now Long Beach, water and water conservation are themes in Lusby’s work, most notably in his series titled “Water Wars.”

“I just want to, in a playful way, talk about the importance of water conservation,” he said. “How here, especially in California, it should be a way of life.”

The theme for the popular vote this month is “mixed media.” People should have their paintings in by 6:30 p.m. for judging.

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Salsa classes begin July 10

The Leisure Time Dancers class continued working on its cha-cha sequence this week.  Everyone is looking very polished. The East Coast swing class introduced a couple of new steps, the “jump back and clap” and and the “side sweep.”  These moves have a lot of character and the class spent much of the hour laughing in enjoyment.

The current class series was extended, so cha-cha and East Coast swing were featured for an additional week on July 3. 

The group meets Monday afternoons, in the dance studio, upstairs in Clubhouse 6. On Monday, July 10, a new series will start: salsa will be at 2 p.m., followed by nightclub two-step at 3.

No partner is necessary. Class will rotate so everyone dances. Beginners are welcome; a review of basics will be included. The cost is $7 per person for one class, $11 per person for two classes in a single day. For more information, contact Leisure Time Dancers President Jackie Theis at 310-743-9373.

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Vinyl Rock

GRF welcomes back Vinyl Rock to the weekend dance lineup this Saturday, July 8, in Clubhouse 4 at 7 p.m. All are welcome but guests must be accompanied by the resident who invites them. 

Vinyl Rock is an Orange County-based band consisting of eight members who passionately perform classic rock, pop and motown tunes primarily from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s. They’ll have everyone smiling, singing, swinging and swaying to the songs they grew up listening to and easily recognize.  

Vinyl Rock is sponsored by Cabaret Entertainers and is free to GRF members and their guests (over 18).  Leisure suits, Fu Manchu ‘staches, mullets and big hair are welcome, but not required.

Be sure to sign in. It’s the only way the Recreation Department can track the popularity of bands. All concerts are free, but tips are accepted and appreciated.

For more information, email kathyt@lwsb.com.

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2023 Amphitheater Season Schedule

The 2023 Amphitheater music festival will run until Sept.14, with a 12-show lineup promising an eclectic mix of country, rock, pop, soul and blues tribute performers at the 2,500-seat Amphitheater. 

Shows start at 7:30 p.m. (schedule is subject to change). Non-resident guests must be accompanied by a resident. Smoking is not permitted at the Amphitheater, which is located behind the LW News Office in the GRF Administration complex.

No parking is allowed in front of the Amphitheater on St. Andrews Drive along the southbound lanes. This is a tow-away zone on Thursdays during Amphitheater season. 

Minibus transportation will be available before and after shows. Food trucks will provide options for pre-event dining.

July 6 The Springsteen Experience

Sponsors: Golden Age Foundation

Financial Partners Credit Union

July 13 Shades of Billy—Billy Joel Tribute

Sponsor: Memorial Care

July 20 Michael Bublé Tribute with Anthony Bernasconi 

July 27 Venturesmania 

Sponsor: Community Legal Aid SoCal

Aug. 3 Tribute to Elton John with Kenny Metcalf

Sponsors: Gasper-Monteer Real Estate

MemorialCare

Aug. 10 Bee Gees Gold 

Sponsors: Athens Services

Financial Partners Credit Union

Aug. 17 Elvis Tribute with Matt Lewis 

Aug. 24 Always Tina—Tribute to Tina Turner

Aug. 31 Hip To Be Square—

Huey Lewis & The News Tribute

Sponsor: Optum Healthcare

Sept. 7 Stone Soul

Sponsor: Optum Healthcare

Sept. 14 Mark Wood & The Parrot Head Band

Sponsor: Optum Healthcare

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Summer at the Show: Amphitheater Rules

The GRF, along with show sponsors, are proud to present the 2023 Amphitheater season. To ensure an enjoyable season, show-goers are asked to adhere to the following rules:

• There is no video- or audiotaping of performers.

• Do not save seats. Amphitheater seating is first-come, first-served.

• Do not sing along with performers unless asked to do so by the performer on stage.

• No one is allowed to sit or stand in the aisles. 

• No smoking is permitted in the Amphitheater area.

• Flags on scooters should be lowered, so everyone can see the stage (see LW Security for assistance with this).

• Leave walkers in the aisle.

• Handicap seating is at street level at the handrails in the middle of the Amphitheater. 

• Pets are not allowed.

• The audience is not permitted to enter the Amphitheater earlier than 1-1/2 hours before the program begins as requested by performers, who will be doing sound checks.

• Dancing is allowed only on the two side wing patios flanking the Amphitheater stage.

• No flash photography.

• No climbing over seats.

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SUMMER FUN

Amphitheater movies begin July 7

Movies will be shown on the gigantic screen at the Amphitheater on Friday nights starting at 8:30 p.m. LW residents are invited to bring friends and family for a free movie night. 

The Minibus has “on call” service to movies beginning at 7:15 p.m. 

Call 562-431-6586, ext. 379, and a bus will arrive within 10 minutes. A bus is available to take residents home after the movie.

• July 7—Top Gun Maverick: After 30 years, Maverick is still pushing the envelope as a top naval aviator, but must confront ghosts of his past when he leads Top Gun’s elite graduates on a mission that demands the ultimate sacrifice from those chosen to fly it.

PG-13 | 2h 10min | action, thriller

• July 21—80 for Brady: A group of friends made it their life-long mission to go to the Super Bowl and meet NFL superstar Tom Brady.

PG-13 | 1h 38min | comedy, drama, sport

• Aug. 4—Jurassic World Dominion: Four years after the destruction of Isla Nublar, Biosyn operatives attempt to track down Maisie Lockwood, while Dr. Ellie Sattler investigates a genetically engineered swarm of giant insects that threatens the world’s food supply.

PG-13 | 2h 27min | action, adventure

• Aug. 18—The Fabelmans: Growing up in post-World War II-era Arizona, young Sammy Fabelman aspires to become a filmmaker as he reaches adolescence. But soon he discovers a shattering family secret, which motivates him to explore how the power of films can help him see the truth.

PG-13 | 2h 31min | drama

• Aug. 25—Black Panther: Wakanda Forever: The people of Wakanda fight to protect their home from intervening world powers as they mourn the death of King T’Challa.

PG-13 | 2h 41min | action, adventure, drama

• Sept. 8—Elvis: The life of music icon Elvis Presley, from his childhood to becoming a rock and movie star in the 1950s while maintaining a complex relationship with his manager.

PG-13 | 2h 39min | biography, drama, music

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Good News Singers

The Good News Singers will present “Find Us Faithful” on July 15 at 2 p.m. in Clubhouse 4. 

The event will feature beautiful music, including sing-a-longs. Light refreshments will be served.

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Grab ‘N’ Go Menu July 6-12

Thursday in Clubhouse 6: Domino’s Pizza—Call ahead at 562-493-2212 for special orders, wings and salads; on site from 3:30-7 p.m.; cash and cards accepted.

Thursday at the Amphitheater show: Koffel’s and Mandi’s Candies—No advance orders; on site starting at 5:30 p.m.

Monday at Clubhouse 6: Lucille’s Smokehouse BBQ—No preorders are accepted; on site from 3-6 p.m.; cards only.

Tuesday at Clubhouse 6: Taco Tuesday—Mexican favorites plus hot dogs, burgers, and fries from 5-7 p.m.; cash and cards are accepted.

Wednesday at Clubhouse 6: Dezzertaholic (New)—Exotic sweets for dessert lovers, gourment coffee and tea from 5-7 p.m.; cash and cards accepted.

Ask questions or give feedback by calling 562-431-6586, ext. 398.

On-call bus service is available from 4:30 p.m. on; regular service before 4:30 p.m.; weekends any time. Call 562-431-6586, ext. 379, for a ride.

 Watch LW Live for updates or changes. Sign up by visiting www.lwsb.com/lw-live-sign-up/.

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LW Poetry

This feature showcases original poems by members of the Creative Writers Club of Leisure World and other GRF members. 

This poem was written by Gary Krank for his granddaughter’s 11th birthday.

Happy 11

Caterpillars become butterflies.

Kittens become cats.

Thinking life’s a fixed routine

is an illusion and a trap.

The universe is conscious.

We breathe its changes every day.

Sometimes you’re the hunter;

sometimes you’re the prey.

Sometimes you’re eloquent

with the perfect words to say,

lighting up a deeper truth

like a rainbow’s every ray.

Thoughts and feelings shine like mirrors

reflecting heart and mind,

attracting love and kindness

like a lyric when it rhymes,

or branches in a forest,

or the smell of growing pines.

And today’s your celebration,

so seek and you shall find.

—Gary Krank

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Hui O Hula

Hula classes  meet twice a week, on Tuesdays and Thursdays, starting at 1 p.m. Tuesday’s class is given upstairs in Clubhouse 6; Thursday’s class meets inside Clubhouse 3 or at Veterans Plaza when the weather is favorable.

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How to Contact Your Government

Contacting your elected officials remains one of the most important civic responsibilities you can perform outside of voting. Here’s a guide to how to contact those elected to be your voice:

President Joseph R. Biden

Phone: 202-456-1111 

Mail: The White House, Office of the President, 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. 20500

Website: www.whitehouse.gov

Vice President Kamala Harris

Phone: 202-456-1111

Mail: The White House, Office of the Vice President, 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. 20500 

Website: www.whitehouse.gov

U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein

Phone: 310-914-7300 or 202-224-3841

Mail: 11111 Santa Monica Blvd., Ste. 915, Los Angeles, CA 90025 

Website: www.feinstein.senate.gov/

U.S. Senator Alex Padilla

Phone: 202-224-3553 

Mail: 11845 W. Olympic Blvd., Ste. 1250W, Los Angeles, CA 90064

Website: www.padilla.senate.gov

U.S. Representative, 48th District, Darrell Issa

Phone: 202-225-2415 or 760-304-7575

Mail: 41000 Main St., Temecula, CA 92590 

Website: issa.house.gov

Governor Gavin Newsom

Phone: 202-225-5672

Mail: 1303 10th St., Ste. 1173, Sacramento, CA 95814

Website: www.gov.ca.gov

State Senator, District 34, Thomas J. Umberg

Phone: 714-558-3785 or 916-651-4034

Mail: 1000 E. Santa Ana Blvd., Ste. 220B, Santa Ana, CA 92701

Website: sd34.senate.ca.gov

State Assembly Member, District 72, Diane Dixon

Phone: 949-287-9211

Mail: 4100 MacArthur Blvd., unit 340, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Website: ad72.asmrc.org/contact-me/

Orange County Supervisor, District 2, Vicente Sarmiento

Phone: 714-834-3220

Mail: 400 W Civic Center Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92701

Email: Vicente.Sarmiento@ocgov.com

Seal Beach Thomas Moore

Phone: 562-431-2527, ext. 1502 or 949-510-4994

Email: tmoore@sealbeachca.gov

Mail: Seal Beach City Hall, 211 Eighth St., Seal Beach, CA 90740 

Website: sealbeachca.gov

Seal Beach City Council Member, District 5,  Nathan Steele

Phone: 562-431-2527, ext. 1505 or 714-474-1272

Email: nsteele@sealbeachca.gov

Mail: Seal Beach City Hall, 211 Eighth St., Seal Beach, CA 90740 

Website: sealbeachca.gov

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Family Radio Service Users

Everyone interested in becoming a family radio services communications volunteer during an emergency in Leisure World—or just brushing up their skills in radio services for a family contact—are invited to attend a family radio services training provided by Marty Williams. It is scheduled for Tuesday, July 11, from 10-11 a.m. in the Clubhouse 3 Learning Center. About a dozen of radios are available to borrow for training that will cover the following topics:

Basic functions for radio usage.

Leisure World call-in communications protocol.

Battery care and maintenance. 

Do’s and don’ts of radio communications.

Outdoor practice.

Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. The second family radio services training will be offered Oct. 4 from 11 a.m.-noon in Clubhouse 3 Learning Center.

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Comments/Questions at Meetings

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).) as follows:

Four minutes per speaker for 15 or fewer speakers.

Three minutes per speaker for 16-25 speakers. 

Two minutes per speaker, more than 26 speakers.

To address the GRF Board of Directors, submit your request to the GRF Board Office, P.O. Box 2069, Seal Beach, CA 90740, Attention: Executive Coordinator, no later than 4:30 p.m. on the Friday prior to the meeting. 

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Dancing Feet Dances the Night Away to its 9th Anniversary

On Sunday, June 25, the Dancing Feet Club had a full house in Clubhouse 2 dancing the night away in celebration of the club’s ninth anniversary. Attendees enjoyed a cake, dancing in a clubhouse decorated by a club member and taking souvenir photos. The club had a wonderful year and is looking forward to another one ahead.

The club meets in Clubhouse 2 for line dance lessons and practice on Mondays from 7-9 p.m., and social (ballroom) dancing every fourth Sunday of the month from 6-9:30 p.m. Come dressed to impress and bring favorite snacks and drinks.  Alcohol is not allowed. There is no fee to participate. 

For more information, text Ed Bolos at 551-998-4223 or email edgbolos@gmail.com.

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LW Yoga Club

With age, the misuse and abuse of a body begins to take its toll creating imbalances, injuries and limitations. Muscles may stiffen, and joints may lose their range of motion, making people more prone to falls and chronic health issues such as arthritis, heart disease and osteoporosis. 

The LW Yoga Club has outdoor yoga classes every Tuesday at 10:15 a.m. in Veterans Plaza. The club also offers classes on Wednesdays in Clubhouse 6 at 9 a.m. with Sally Burns and at 10:15 with Travis Otts-Conn, and online classes on Wednesdays and Thursdays with Jenny Ahn. The cost is $8 per class. New and experienced yogis are welcome.

For more information, contact Connie Adkins at 562-506-5063.

—Connie Adkins, LW Yoga Club president

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The Leisure World Bike Club Group B enjoys stopping at Nick’s Deli on Main Street in Seal Beach for refreshments. Join the B Group at the North Gate on Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8:45 a.m. Bicycle helmets and safe shoes are required. Everyone is welcome. For more details on group B schedule call Lucy Cyza at 818-209-3075 or Mary Romero at 562-810-4266.

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Meals on Wheels Long Beach

Meals on Wheels of Long Beach, Inc., delivers freshly cooked meals for $9.75 per day Monday-Friday, between 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Deliveries include an 8-ounce carton of 1 percent milk. An alternate dessert is available for those on a diabetic diet. 

Contact Client Manager Caron Adler at 562-439-5000, ext. 1, or visit www.mowlb.org to complete an online application or cancel a meal for the following day, before 9 a.m. the prior business day. 

Thursday, July 6

Baked ziti with turkey, whole grain roll, green beans with pimentos, fresh pear, ham, turkey and cheese sandwich with lettuce, tomato and pickle, and a homemade confetti slaw.

Friday, July 7

Beef curry, rice pilaf, oriental vegetables, seasoned corn, cantaloupe, Caesar chicken salad with romaine lettuce, shredded cheese, croutons, dressing and crackers.

Monday, July 10

Beef stew with potatoes, celery, carrots and onions, buscuit, pudding, egg salad sandwich with spinach and tomato, and  a potato salad. 

Tuesday, July 11

Chicken breast Marsala with mushrooms and white wine sauce, barley pilaf, seasoned broccoli and carrots, kiwi, Cobb salad with turkey and ham, egg, tomato, bacon, blue cheese dressing and crackers.

Wednesday, July 12

Pork loin with apple berry sauce, creamy pasta, peas and onions, tangerine, turkey and cheese sandwich with lettuce, tomato and pickle, and creamy coleslaw.

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Importance of Sleep for Healthy Brain

Everyone is invited to attend a presentation by a team from the UCI Institute for Memory Impairments and Neurological Disorders (UCI Mind) on the importance of sleep in healthy brain function, aging and Alzheimer’s disease July 31, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 2. 

Attendees will learn more about healthy lifestyle practices to protect the brain as it ages and improve memory.

For more information, go to mind.uci.edu or email mwitbrac@uci.edu.

Speed up the weight loss goals with Wa-Rite every Friday in CH 3

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Wa-Rite

On June 23, the Wa-Rite Club celebrated members Pat Miller and Marianne Barlow. Miller was a top loser shedding 3 of the of the 15.5 pounds lost by the club last week, attributing  her success to attending a nutritional program through her medical plan and learning more about nutrition. Barlow received a Wa-Rite’s bachelor’s degree for achieving and maintaining her weight loss goal.

Virginia Olejnik presented on the health benefits of ginger and lemon water. She offered some suggestions on incorporating ginger into a diet, which helps with inflammation, pain relief, lowers cholesterol, improves sugar regulation and reduces nausea. Olejnik also addressed the reasons to add a glass or two of water with lemon to one’s diet, which provides vitamin C, potassium, flavonoids and helps with inflammation, digestion and regularity, improved immunity, and is also linked to boosting serotonin production and contributing to weight loss.  

Leisure World residents interested in better health, more energy and some light-hearted camaraderie are welcome to join. The club meets every Friday in Clubhouse 3, Room 1. Weigh-ins are from 8:15-8:45 a.m. The meetings are from 9-10 a.m.  The annual membership fee is $10. Weekly dues are ten cents. 

Wa-Rite offers a non-judgmental and supportive environment that provides information, accountability, shared experiences and whimsy. Club members work toward their shared goals of making the most of their golden years by being healthy and fit. 

—Denise Stable

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Laughing for the Health of It

Everyone is invited for an hour-long session of laughing for no reason on Wednesday, July 12, at 1:30 p.m. at the Optum Healthcare Center Conference Room. 

Participants will leave with smiles on their faces and a song in their hearts. Best of all, it’s fun, free and non-fattening. 

Bev Bender is a certified laugh leader who helps people improve their lives through laughter.

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On Thursday, July 13, the Joyful Line Dance Club will have a summer line dance party in Clubhouse 2 with sumptuous, authentic Korean food for lunch. The party is from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or until attendees are too tired to dance anymore. People can sign up with Chong Hee Kim during the regular class. There will be no class on July 13. For more information, text 562-301-5339.

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Meals on Wheels Orange County

Meals on Wheels Orange County, in partnership with the city of Seal Beach, is hosting The Lunch Cafe at the North Seal Beach Center, 3333 St. Cloud Dr., Seal Beach, Monday-Friday, from 11 a.m.-noon. It is open to anyone 60 or older. Suggested contribution is $3, but everyone is welcome. 

Guests under 60 can enjoy lunch for $5. Arrive 10 minutes before the start time as meals are served on a first-come, first-served basis. 

LW Minibus service is available for a pick up at 10:25 a.m. at the Amphitheater bus stop on St. Andrews Drive, with a drop off at the Community Center. The Minibus returns to the Amphitheater at 11:40 a.m.

Thursday, July 6

Baked tilapia, savory tomato sauce, sweet potatoes, broccoli, whole wheat dinner roll with Smart Balance, sugar-free pudding and the orange juice.

Friday, July 7

Salisbury steak with mushroom gravy, mashed potatoes, carrots, whole wheat dinner roll, and pineapple chunks.

Monday, July 10

Pork with verde chile sauce, pinto beans, mixed vegetables, tortilla and a tropical fruit mix.

Tuesday, July 11

Zuni corn soup with sugar-free crackers, poppy seed chicken  pasta salad, harvest salad (cranberries and almonds with balsamic dressing), whole wheat crackers (two), and  a sugar-free gelatin.

Wednesday, July 12

Spinach and mushroom quiche, roasted potatoes, broccoli and cauliflower blend, whole wheat dinner roll with Smart Balance, and a fresh seasonal fruit.

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Fitness Fusion Club member Debbi Fudge practices hip circles that engage core and help improve balance, stability and posture. Each class incorporates 18 different exercises and meets Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. in Clubhouse 6 upstairs and Thursdays and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. in Veterans Plaza. People can bring their own weights to Veterans Plaza. Everyone is welcome.

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RELIGION

LW Korean Community Church

On June 4, Leisure World Korean Community Church (LWKCC), led by Senior Pastor Dr. Jang-Young Yong, honored the 73rd anniversary of the Korean War.

There were three people in the church alumni who were veterans of the war: Saeng Ji, Chul Park, Hyung Cho, and Ok Jeong-Ok Ahn. 

The Korean War broke out on June 25, 1950, when North Korea invaded the Republic of Korea.  They invaded on Sunday morning when everyone was resting. The war ended with the armistice agreement on July 27, 1953, with the intervention of the international community and the power of the U.S. and United Nations forces.

War makes it difficult to determine the exact number of human casualties. It is estimated that between 140,000 and 415,000 civilians were killed. More than 36,000 American soldiers and more than 215,000 South Korean soldiers were killed. The human toll of the war was great, and its effects are still felt.

While suffering from poverty and disease, through God’s guidance and blessings, Korea found stability and life with the help of UNESCO and the U.S. It has become a missionary country that spreads the word of God.

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Faith Christian Assembly

Join Faith Christian Assembly Sunday, July 9, at 5:30 p.m. for the Ministry Emphasis Night, featuring GriefShare. Facilitators Rupert and Addie Penner, people who have each experienced losses of their own, will share about the ministry that has been helpful to many.  

This 13-week Christ-centered program that helps people apply biblical principles to deal with the emotions and stresses following the death of a loved one will start  July 27, at 6 p.m. in the Garden Room. 

Sunday service times are at 10:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., with pre-service prayer offered at 5. Those who are interested in growing through community are welcome to join the men’s or women’s ministries. The groups  meet the third Thursdays of each month at 1 p.m. 

To receive more information about the church or to receive the free monthly newsletter, call the office at 562-598-9010, email contact@fcachurch.net or visit www.FCAchurch.net. 

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First Christian Church

First Christian Church of Leisure World teaches from God’s word, the Holy Bible, verse by verse. 

It is a friendly church that welcomes all visitors to join in worship and explore God’s word together, “That we may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith, both yours and mine” Romans 1:12.

Pastor’s Message

Abram and his wife, Sarai, yearned to have a son. Despite God’s promise that Abram’s descendants would be as numerous as the stars, they conspired to intervene. After 10 years in the land God promised them, they became impatient and decided to take things into their own hands. 

In Genesis 16:2-3 Sarai tells her husband Abram that he should marry her maid Hagar and have children. When Hagar conceived, Sarai despised her. Jealousy and blame rose to surface and difficulties to this day remain within the descendants of Sarai and Hagar. 

Trusting and waiting on God to do what he has promised can be difficult. It is best to have patience and wait on him to give guidance and wisdom.

Weekend Services                                                                                                                    

Sunday services are traditional services from 9:30-10:45 a.m. with hymnal music led by Janet Ray and Pat Kogak at the piano. The choir will sing “God is Still on the Throne.” 

Saturday services are  more contemporary with Gregory Black leading worship with guitar accompaniment. The service is held from 9:30-10:45 a.m.                                                                                                                               

 Midweek Studies                                                                                                                 

 The women’s Bible Study, led by Melli Herrera, will be on summer break from July 3-24.  

Pastor Gary Whitlatch leads the Tuesday Bible study group from 9:30-10:30 a.m. 

The Thursday Bible study group, led by Pastor Bruce Humes, meets from 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Pastor Humes also leads the  prayer and Bible study group on Fridays from 6-7 p.m.

Contact

First Christian Church is located on Northwood Road behind Carport 125. Those who want more information or have a need can call the church message line at 562-431-8810.

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Congregation Sholom

Congregation Sholom will hold services with Rabbi Eric Dangott via Zoom on Friday, July 7, at 6:30 p.m.  Cantor Marla Barugel will lead the hybrid service on Saturday, July 8, in Clubhouse 3, Room 9, and  via Zoom at 10 a.m. 

Saturday’s Torah reading will be Pinchas from the book of Numbers. Pinchas opens with God’s promise of a “covenant of peace” for the zealot Pinchas, followed by a census. 

God instructs Moses to prepare Joshua for leadership, and God describes sacrifices brought daily and on special occasions. 

To receive a Zoom invitation please contact Jeff Sacks at 714-642-0122.

The Congregation Sholom’s summer picnic will be held on Sunday, July 9, from 11 a.m-1 p.m. in the Clubhouse 1 picnic area. There will be kosher and vegetarian burgers, hot dogs, plus potato salad, watermelon and drinks. RSVP as soon as possible to Murray Pollack at murrjet@yahoo.com by Wednesday, July 5. The cost is $10. 

To become a member, contact Howard Brass at 714-396-0121.

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Assembly of God

Service/Gathering Times:  Sunday morning at 10:30 in Clubhouse 3, Room 2. The  Wednesday Bible study is at 10 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 2. The Hymn Sing is held on the fourth Sunday of the month at  6 p.m. in the Clubhouse 3 Lobby.

This week’s sermon: Pastor Chuck Franco will finish the series “The Good Fruit We Bear,” with the final attribute of a Christian listed in Galatians 5:22-23, self-control.  So many heartaches could be avoided by exercising self-control. Many excuses are given for allowing tempers to flare, words to be carelessly spoken, or hasty actions taken. But Christians are humans who have access to the help of the Holy Spirit in exercising self-control. This series concludes with a challenge to let God transform one’s life, becoming more Christ-like.  

Bible Study: “Job”  by Francis Chan encourages students to rethink the message of the Biblical passage, and to apply it to their own situation. 

Contact: More information about the church can be found at www.lwassemblyofgod.com. Those who would like prayer or a DVD of the sermon can contact pastors Chuck and Sheryl Franco by calling 562-357-4360 or emailing pastorchuck@lwassemblyofgod.com. 

Pastor Chuck’s sermons are on the Faithlife app under “Leisure World Assembly of God,” where people can also give online.

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Beit HaLev

Beit HaLev will hold services on  Friday, July 7, at 5 p.m. Rabbi Galit-Shirah conducts online livestream Shabbat services every Friday evening.  Saturday morning Shabbat services are suspended until further notice. To join the Beit HaLev Zoomagogue for an interactive service, go to https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9152434704?pwd=THJGTE1OUXI5VXFDTWtuZHF4K3VxUT09. The meeting ID is 915 243 4704 and the passcode  is RavGalit. People can also watch on Facebook at www.facebook.com/galityomtov or YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU_LHxFlq4-vsxs07H-U1Rw.

“Lev L’lev,” the onscreen prayerbook created by Rabbi-Cantor Galit-Shirah, has been reworked to include the weekly Torah reading and D’var Torah. Beit HaLev and Rabbi Galit-Shirah are a part of the Union of Jewish Universalist Communities and Clergy.  It is progressive in thought and traditional in liturgy. It welcomes everyone who seeks a path to the Divine.

To join Beit HaLev, call Rabbi Galit-Shirah at 562- 715-0888 or email duets@icloud.com. 

Contributions to Beit HaLev are welcome and may be sent to Beit HaLev, P.O. Box 2279, Seal Beach, CA 90740.

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Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Meetings for the Atherton Ward are held at 6500 E. Atherton St., in Long Beach. 

The sacrament service is held every Sunday at 10:30 a.m., followed in the second hour by Sunday School on the first and third Sundays, Relief Society and Elders Quorum on the second and fourth Sundays. Primary classes for children are held every Sunday during the second hour. Members who are unable to attend Sacrament services in person can request a link from Bishop Mike Gravley at 562-212-8641.

The reading source for this year is the New Testament. The reading assignment for the week of July 10-9 is Acts 6-9.

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Redeemer Lutheran Church

“Come to me, all you that are weary and carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest,”  Matthew 11.

“Abiding in God…Always” is the theme for Redeemer Church’s worship service on Sunday, July 9, at 10:30 a.m. at 13564 St. Andrews Drive. Sharon Heck will play the organ and accompany the choir. A special guest pianist, Cedric Elmer, will play two duets with Heck:  “Do Lord” and “Amazing Grace.”

For more information about the worship service or the outreach within the community, call 562-598-8697.

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LW Baptist Church

LW Baptist will meet Sunday, June 9, at 10 a.m. in Clubhouse 4. This week begins a new series on the Apostle Paul’s two personal letters to the new church in Thessalonica in northern Greece, one of the first churches in Europe. Learning about how a church is born is an inspiration. LW Baptist Church was founded almost 60 years ago. The church will celebrate by singing, “In Christ There is No East or West.” 

To be in Christ is to be a new creation. His power accomplishes wonderful things. For more information, call 562-430-8598.

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Community Church

A yoke is a wooden beam that is carved to allow a person to carry two heavy objects. It allowed a person to carry two buckets of water a long distance because the weight was resting on their shoulders.  In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus says, “My yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” See how God makes burdens light in Community Church’s Sunday service on July 9 at 9:50 a.m.

A beloved and active member of the Community Church family passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord on May 18.  A celebration of life will be held July 14 at 11 a.m. in the Church sanctuary.  Thelma’s life of spunk and deep care for others impacted so many lives in this church, the Leisure World community and beyond.  

For more information, call 562-431-2503.

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COMMUNITY

Sunshine Club

Learn about assisted living

Wendy Wheeler from Sunrise Seal Beach will speak at the Sunshine Club on Friday, July 7, in Clubhouse 3, Room 2, at 10 a.m. for an interactive presentation on assisted living.

Many seniors are not familiar with what assisted living is. Some might have a vision of a place that they put their parents or grandparents when they were younger. 

Wheeler will show just how vibrant Sunrise community is for seniors. She will also talk about what the difference is between a skilled nursing facility and assisted living community.  Wheeler will explain all of the care options available to seniors who need help and provide information on what services Sunrise offers.  

An assisted living community is not a place that seniors’ kids put them, it is the beginning of an exciting chapter where all they have to do is enjoy living every day to the fullest. 

All residents are welcome to come and enjoy learning about assisted living in a fun and relaxed environment.

For more information, contact Anna Derby at 562-301-5339.

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Battery recycling program returns July 18

The Golden Age Foundation will host a battery recycling service on Tuesday, July 18, in the Clubhouse 2 parking lot from 10 a.m.-noon. GRF ID is required.

GAF will collect approved batteries such as alkaline, carbon zinc, nickel cadmium (NiCd), nickel metal-hydride (NiMH), lithium ion (Li-Ion), lithium metal, silver oxide, button cell batteries and all other dry cell batteries.

This includes all household batteries, cell phone and laptop batteries and small, button-type batteries. Place each lithium battery in a separate bag to comply with recycling requirements. 

It is very important for LWers to recycle batteries instead of throwing them in the trash to keep waste fees low and the planet clean. Note that this service is for residents household batteries only; no business batteries. 

For more information, call Carl Kennedy at 661-810-9410.  

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LW P.E.O. Chapter KJ

After an almost four year hiatus, LW’s Philanthropic Educational Organization. (P.E.O.) chapter will meet for its annual fundraiser on Saturday, July 29, at 10 a.m., in Clubhouse 4. People are welcome to join the fun with cards, Bunco and lunch. There will be beautiful baskets auctioned off during the luncheon. 

To buy tickets call either Nancy Bodziak at 562-607-2304 or Nancy Gee at 562-420-1953.

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Paws, Claws and Beaks

Join the potluck on July 13

The Paws, Claws and Beaks Club will meet on Thursday, July 13, at noon in the Clubhouse 1 picnic area.  All pet owners are welcome and leashed pets are welcome.  

This is a potluck lunch meeting. People are asked to bring a protein or side dish, no desserts. RSVP to Jackie Hildebrand at 562-595-1736.  

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FALW honors LW veterans at annual picnic

The Filipino Association of Leisure World (FALW) honored veterans with a picnic on July 2. The weather was perfect, clear blue skies with a cool breeze from the ocean nearby. It was a great day to celebrate the nation’s heroes.

The FALW successfully hosted its annual Veterans Picnic with the financial aid  of the Golden Age Foundation. The event drew hundreds of veterans and their guests.

FALW is grateful for the sacrifices of the men and women who served this country in time of need. Their sacrifices help preserved the sanctity of peace and freedom enjoyed by all. 

The day started early with the cohesive support of FALW members who set up the area before the guests arrived around 10 a.m. 

 FALW President Ren Villanueva then kicked off the event by welcoming all the veterans and guests with a message. The audience participated in singing the National Anthem and reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. Father Juan Caboboy, FALW’s spiritual adviser, gave the invocation.

Several members presented the banners of the branches of the U.S. Armed Forces to the crowd, while singing their respective hymns. After the presentation, a special tribute to the departed heroes was played and “Taps” which was solemnly observed.

This year’s token gift is a simple one that says it all. The first 100 people who RSVPed received a bonnet with inscriptions “Thank You Veteran” and a beautiful commemorative coin that describes what a hero is.

The Hui O Hula of Leisure World entertained the crowd with a hula dance and the Second Wind Band provided the beautiful music. There was voluminous food for everybody to enjoy.

 FALW thanks veterans  for their sacrifice.  

—Ren Villanueva

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Shredding service returns on July 11

The Golden Age Foundation (GAF) willl hold a shredding  service on Tuesday, July 11, in the Clubhouse 2 parking lot from 10 a.m.-noon. 

In order to have the best service possible, the GAF reminds residents of the following rules: 

• Do not arrive earlier than 10 a.m.; no one will be there to guard bags or sensitive documents.

• Only use paper or plastic bags to hold documents. Leave the bags open; do not tie the handles together. Cardboard boxes will not be accepted. 

• Residents are asked to put their bags in the front passenger seat and stay in the car. A GAF volunteer will come to the car to retrieve the bag. 

• Residents are asked to drop their documents and go once the shredding truck arrives. People are not allowed to wait.

• Magazines, newspapers, electronic devices, X-ray scans or contaminated bags will not be accepted.

• Remove staples and paper clips.

All GAF programs are provided free to Leisure World residents. It is staffed by volunteers, so all contributions go directly to meeting community needs. The generous support of residents, clubs organizations and businesses is the main source of income.  Donations are welcome. 

For more information, go to www.GoldenAgeFdn.org, or text Anna Derby at 562-301-5339. 

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Democratic Club

by Mary Larson

LW contributor

Leisure World Democrats filled their meeting room in Clubhouse 3 to capacity on June 28.  The club heard directly from Congressman Adam Schiff about his candidacy for the U.S. Senate.

Schiff began his half-hour presentation with a review of what he had been able to accomplish, first as a member of the California legislature and later as a member of the House of Representatives. He also shared why he has been spending a substantial amount of time talking with potential voters in regions of the state outside of the densely populated areas in Northern and Southern California.

After these initial remarks, Schiff answered a number of questions from the club. He explained why he voted to support President Biden’s position on raising the debit ceiling, why he believed in expanding the number of judges on the Supreme Court and why he believed Congress members should continue to  “earmark” funds to meet specific needs of their constituents. 

Congresswoman Katie Porter is also running to replace Dianne Feinstein in the U.S. Senate. She has been invited to speak at the club meeting on Aug. 23.  

LW Democrats and supporters are reminded that in the coming months before the 2024 primary election, the club will host a series of voter awareness gatherings. These sessions will begin on Wednesday, July 19, at 1 p.m. in Clubhouse 3.  This first session will feature a discussion about how local political clubs such as the one in LW—as well as the Democratic Party at all levels—function. It will cover topics such as who is running for election, the endorsement of candidates and the important role individuals can play in the process. Because of the size of the room, attendance will be limited so interested Democrats 

are encouraged to register immediately by emailing beverleybender@gmail.com. 

 July is the club’s Candidate Support and Voter Outreach annual fundraising month. 

The featured speaker for the Democratic Club’s next membership meeting on July 26 will be Joanna Weiss. She is one of several candidates running to succeed Katie Porter in the House of Representatives.  Weiss, who will join the meeting in-person, founded the grassroots organization  Women for American Values and Ethics (WAVE). 

For more in-depth reporting on issues and candidates, Democrats and supporters can subscribe to the club’s free electronic newsletter by emailing democraticclubsblw@gmail.com or calling 562-296-8521.   People are asked to include their full contact information, as well as party affiliation.

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LW Woman’s Club celebrates 60th anniversary

The Woman’s Club of Leisure World celebrated its 60th anniversary in April. Over the years the club has donated thousands of dollars through its philanthropy program. It has helped many charities and organizations in need such as For The Child, an organization that provides items for small birthday parties for children whose families are unable to do so; Precious Life Shelter, for unwed pregnant women in need of a safe place to have their babies and get on their feet; Orangewood Children’s Home for runaway youth; Interval House for battered men, women, and children; and We Care, an organization providing assistance and food for individuals and families experiencing food insecurity. The club also awards two scholarships students at the Golden West College School of Nursing. 

This past year, the club donated to the LW Library, the Vision and Hearing Club and the LW CERT group. In the past, the club has donated to the Historical Society, GAF, the Quilters Club, and donated the grand piano in Clubhouse 2.  

At the celebration, Sharon Kohn from the Leisure World Hearing and Vision Impaired Club provided a short introduction about what the club offers to make life better for residents suffering from hearing and/or vision loss. After the talk,  Kohn accepted a check from members of the Woman’s Club to help the club meet its goals. The club also presented a check to Precious Life Shelter. 

Membership has grown to over 185 women who help support the philanthropy program. The club hires professional entertainers to perform at its monthly general meetings from October-June. It also holds special events such as bingo, ice cream socials and pizza parties. Those who want more information about the Woman’s Club of Leisure World should call membership chair Kathy Russell at 949-293-7517.

— Rose Sprague,

President

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RSVP for the Sunshine Club’s picnic by Friday

The Sunshine Club will host a picnic on July 15 in the Clubhouse 1 picnic area from 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

The picnic will be a way for members to socialize and enjoy a lunch of sandwiches and freshly cut watermelons. To sign up,  come to the Sunshine Club on Friday, July 7, in Clubhouse  3, Room 2 before the 10 a.m. presentation to pay. Alicia La Brenche will take RSVPs.

Greenbelt singers  Nina De Rosa, Ken Notoreva and Ric Dizon will entertain during the picnic. 

The Sunshine Club will meet on Friday, July 7, with Wendy Wheeler from Sunrise in Seal Beach. 

For more information, about the club or picnic, contact Anna Derby at 562-301-5339. 

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OBITUARIES

Glenna Faye Hoff 

1932 – 2023

Loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend, Glenna Hoff of Mutual 6 passed away peacefully on April 11, 2023.

Glenna was born in Omaha, Nebraska, on Aug. 1, 1932, to Josephine Slama. She was the eldest of four children, including one half-sister, Sharon, and two half-brothers, Dennis and Robert “Bobby”.

After graduating high school in Nebraska, she moved to Sierra Madre, California, where she was selected as “Miss Industry.” In this role, she promoted local businesses and presided over grand openings of new companies. She fell in love with Leroy Hoff and they married in 1960 and settled in Westchester, California. Their son Brian was born in 1963 and their daughter LeAnna was born three years later.

When her children were young, she enjoyed being a mother and homemaker and was involved in many community activities. Once her children were older, she was employed at Loyola Marymount University in Westchester, California, and then for a classified defense unit at Hughes Aircraft Company in El Segundo, California.

Leroy and Glenna retired to Prescott, Arizona. In Prescott she volunteered at Sharlot Hall, the local historical society, where she dressed in period correct costume and served as a docent. She was also active in many church projects. In 2009, they moved to Leisure World in Seal Beach, California, to be closer to their children and grandchildren.

Glenna was a member of various Leisure World clubs including the Leisure World Leggers, competing in many 5K runs/walks, the Garden Club, the Rolling Thunder Golf Cart Club, the Traveling Tigers, and the Y’s Men International.

Glenna’s husband passed away in 2017. She is survived by her son Brian Hoff of Playa del Rey, California; her daughter LeAnna Rivera of Long Beach, California; her sister Sharon of Wichita, Kansas; her brother Dennis of Omaha, Nebraska; her grandson Hunter Hoff; her granddaughter Marlena Rivera, and many nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on July 8 at 11 a.m. at Grace Community Church located at 138 Eighth Street Seal Beach, California, with a luncheon to follow.

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In Memoriam

Robert Jones 62

Irene Miramontez 63

Kelly Pula 55

Susan Pratt 83

Anna Salhus 80

Alma Yax de Tovar 72

Ronald Fleming 81

Patricia Fuimaono 56

Michael Forbes 75

Russell Chaney 76

Elizabeth Buck 91

Don Scruggs 88

Families assisted by 

McKenzie Mortuary,

 562-961-9301

— paid obituary

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SPORTS

Fujio Norihiro and Bill Zurn each record holes-in-one

The Leisure World Men’s Golf Club played its second tournament of the month on June 28 at the Turtle Lake Golf Course. This round, holes-in-one were achieved by both Fujio Norihiro (Hole No. 4) and Bill Zurn (Hole No. 5), a relatively rare occurrence. 

Two groups of three flights of variously skilled golfers played for best net scores (gross score minus handicap), plus four circle holes (shots within a 5-foot radius are rewarded) and two closest-to-the-pin challenges. 

A total of 52 golfers challenged the course this week. A special low gross challenge was offered, and 17 golfers accepted. Bob Barnum took first place with a terrific 3 under 51; Bill Lyons, second at 2 under 52; Bob Turner, third, at 1 under 53.

Even with cool weather conditions there were 59 birdies and seven circle hole winners. Additionally, 31 of 52 golfers were net at or under par. Closest to the pin on the seventh hole was Young Lee, and on the 16th hole was Thomas Kim. Low net score was June Sup Yoon at 11 under 43, followed by Dennis McMonigle at 8 under 46, Sam Williamson and Jim Bassett at 7 under 47 with 10 other golfers at or under net 50.

All winning scores below are net: gross score minus handicap

A flight winners (handicaps of 0-7): Barnum, first place; second was a tie between Fujio Norihiro and Jae H. Lee; third, a three-way tie between Bill Lyons, Young J. Kim and Bob Turner; Pat Paternoster and Ron Steele tied for fourth; Yong Lee and Dong Kim tied for fifth; and Andrew Kim and Mike Mayfield tied for sixth.

B flight winners (handicaps of 8-12): McMonigle, first place; second was a tie between Stan Johnson and Rolando Ramirez; Won Song, Dale Williamson and Gene Archambault tied for third; and Steve Kang and John Rudosky tied for fourth.

C flight winners (handicaps of 13-18): Yoon, first place; second was a tie between Williamson and Bassett; Jon Russell, third; Daniel Mahoney, Mike Carlson, Dennis Jensen and Dennis Actil tied for fourth; Roland Phillips, fifth; and John Sorenson and Kevin Lindstedt tied sixth.

The next men’s tournament is July 12, and every second and fourth Wednesday of the following months. Those who had planned to play in any tournament and cannot, need to contact Scott Tuchfarber at 909-684-0426 or Dave LaCascia at 801-674-5975 as soon as possible. Arrive 10-15 minutes prior to scheduled tee time and be ready to play.

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Women’s Golf

The women’s weekly nine-hole golf tournament competition was held on June 26. Thirty-nine women golfers competed for low gross, low net, and chip-ins. Nine of those golfers chipped the golf ball from the fairway directly into the hole. One golfer, Keiko Sekino, managed to score two chip-ins.

A flight winners: Low gross: a tie between Linda Herman and Chong Hee Kim, 27; low net: a three-way tie between Sang An, Grace Choi and Alison Kim, 22; chip-ins: Linda Herman and Alison Kim, Hole No. 7 and Young Yoon, Hole No. 4.

B flight winners: Low gross: a tie between Sun Lee and Evilia Kim, 30; low net: a three-way tie between Hae Lee, Joann Lim and Mary Ann Moore, 25; chip-ins: Pam Krug and Evilia Kim, Hole No. 3.

C flight winners: Low gross: Sue Yokomi, 34; low net: a tie between Keiko Sekino and Mary Devlin, 26; chip-ins: Keiko Sekino, Holes No. 3 and 7, Sue Yokomi, Hole No. 6 and Kum Delias, Hole No. 8.

D flight winners: Low gross: a tie between Sue Elliott and Betty Regalado, 37; low net: a tie between Neva Senske and Dale Quinn, 25; chip-in: Sue Elliott, Hole No. 7.

Any female LW residents interested in joining the Leisure World Women’s Golf Club may obtain an application from the golf course starter, or contact Margie Thompson at 562-493-0484 for more information.

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Men’s Golf Club held annual spring/summer picnic

The Leisure World Men’s Golf Club held its annual spring/summer picnic June 2 after the monthly Guys and Gals Tournament. Over 90 golfers, families and friends descended on the Clubhouse 1 picnic area to be treated to hamburgers and hot dogs, along with salads, condiments, a beautifully designed sheet cake and liquid refreshments. 

It was a beautiful afternoon with warmth and sun in direct contrast to the weather the area has endured over the last few months. During the picnic, the Greenbelt Singers performed songs from all genres of music and were well received by the guests.

Dozens of donations from local businesses were raffled off during the picnic. Gifts included Roger Dunn gift certificates, Polly’s Pies gift cards, sleeves of golf balls and plants. More than half the visitors went home happy with a gift.

The club thanks the picnic organizers and volunteers who picked up the supplies, set up the area, cooked, served and cleaned up after it was all over.

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Guys and Gals June Golf Tournament

A Guys and Gals Tournament was played on June 21. The competition was played under surprisingly sunny skies and warm temperatures. Most of the golfers were pleased that the recent golf-unfriendly weather disappeared for the first day of summer. The club gives special thanks to Alan Sewell and Scott Tuchfarber for handling the tournament related tasks, Dave LaCascia for making the coffee, Bob Turner for picking up the donuts, Steve Walker for clean-up and Jae Kim for announcing duties.

Teams of various skilled golfers of one man and one woman vied for best net scores (gross score minus handicap), plus two circle holes (shots within a 5-foot radius are rewarded), and two closest-to-the-pin challenges. The Turtle Lake Golf Course is a 1,658-yard, 18-hole par-54 course that tests all who play. A total of 30 teams (60 players) teed off and played 18 holes. Fairways and tee boxes are in good condition and the greens continue to improve.

Closest to the pin on the second hole was Young Kim and Dale Quinn. On the 11th hole it was Scott Tuchfarber and Young Sil Yoon. The lowest gross score was recorded by Dong and Devora Kim at 5 under 49. Fujio Norihiro and Keiko Sekino had the lowest net score at 11 under 43. Two other teams had net scores of 44 or 10 under par. With the great weather all 30 teams had net scores under par and there were only five circle hole winners with just 42 birdies.

All scores below are net (gross score minus handicap). 

A flight winners (handicaps of 0-10): the Turners, first place, 10 under 40; second was a tie between the Kims, and Jae H. and Sun Lee, 8 under 46; Steve Walker and Lisa Kim, third, 7 under 47.

B flight winners (handicaps of 11-12): Norihiro and Sekino, first place, 11 under 43; second was tie between Chang Ho and Sue Choi, Seon and Sang Kim, and Walt Bier and Margie Thompson, 9 under 45; James Farr and Sandy Derouin, Young and Hae Lee, and Hyon Shin and Sang An tied for third, 7 under 47.

C flight winners (handicaps of 12-18): Steve and Connie Kang, first place, 10 under 44; Dale Williamson and Mary Greig, second, 9 under 45; Ron Jackson and Dale Quinn, third, 7 under 47.

The next Guys and Gals Tournament is July 19. Any golfer who planned to play in a tournament and cannot should contact Alan Sewell at 541-324-8558, Scott Tuchfarber at 909-684-0426, or Dave LaCascia at 801-674-5975 as soon as possible. Arrive 10-15 minutes prior to the scheduled tee time and be ready to play.

—David LaCascia

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Table Tennis Club Luncheon

The Table Tennis Club Luncheon will be held Saturday, July 8, in Clubhouse 2 at noon. In addition to a delicious lunch, there will be musical entertainment provided by club members (solo and duet) and a saxophone player. The luncheon is limited to club members only. For more information call, K.C. Park at 714-204-2848.

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Yahtzee Club

June 16 winners were: Pat Wilson, most Yahtzees; Mary Milhone, high score; Julie Milburn, lowest score; Teri Nugent, door prize winner. 

The next meeting is on July 7 in Clubhouse 3, Room 6, at 1 p.m.

The club meets the first, third and fifth Fridays of each  month. For more information contact Diane Seeger at 562-533-5997.

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Duplicate Bridge Club

The Duplicate Bridge Club meets on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays in Clubhouse 1 at 12:30 p.m. Reservations can be made at any game using the sign-up sheets. Players can call Linda Nye at 562-453-6678 or email her at yuelingnye@yahoo.com no later than 10 a.m. on game day. Arrive by 12:15 p.m. to confirm reservations.

June 19 winners (ten tables): Linda Stein and Richard Stein, and Glenn Barry and Kar Yee Nelson, north/south; Judith Jones and Al Appel, and Bill Brooks and Sue Fardette, east/west.

June 22 winners (five tables): Sibyl Smith and Al Appel, and Stan Johnson and Louise Seifert, north/south; Howard Small and Russ Gray, and Beth Matheny and Marilyn McClintock, east/west. 

June 23 winners (seven tables): Larry Topper and Lynn Danielson, and Howard Smith and Joyce Basch, north/south; Judith Jones and Al Appel, and Glenn Barry and Dan Frank, east/west.

 For complete results, including a list of all players and scores, go to the Long Beach Bridge Center results page at www.acblunit557.org and click on Leisure World Results.

 The club offers lessons and supervised play on Friday mornings. Starting time is 9:30 a.m. Supervised play is an informal game in which players have the opportunity to ask an experienced player questions about bidding and card play. The games are informative and fun. It’s a great way to learn how to play duplicate bridge.

 For more information regarding the club, contact John Markovich at 562-661-0502 or by email at cdrjjm@yahoo.com.

—John Markovich

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Shuffleboard Club tends to valued indoor courts 

Shuffleboard Club members, both past and present, highly value the indoor shuffleboard courts of Leisure World. Although there has been a Shuffleboard Club for 60 years, the shuffleboard building with the six beautiful indoor lanes were not built until the early 1990s. Gradually, the outdoor courts have been removed from the original three areas as LW residents realized that the indoor lanes facilitated a different, more precise kind of game. To maintain the courts over the last 30 years, Shuffleboard Club members have diligently prepared the courts with various types of wax beads spread over the courts before every set of games. After the games on any given day, the wax beads are swept, recycled, and all equipment is returned to the appropriate storage area. 

After the restoration work that is scheduled to begin July 10, the club will use the most up-to-date product (PolyGlide) to spread on the courts before games. In addition, for the first time, the discs have been beveled around the underside edge to help the discs glide more evenly without sticking to areas of the court.

The shuffleboard courts will close for refurbishment starting Monday, July 10. Aug. 1 is targeted for the grand re-opening of the courts, though it may be possible that pick-up games can begin even earlier that.

Fall leagues will begin organizing their teams and schedules by the middle of August. New players are welcome to join either or both the leagues: Tuesday evenings from 5:30-8, and Friday mornings from 8:30-11. The fall season will play nine games and will end by mid-December. There will be a sign-up sheet starting Aug. 16 at the courts building for everyone interested in joining a team.

For more information, call or text Kay Mount at 775-527-0426.

— Kay Mount

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Monday Night Bunco Club

The Monday Night Bunco Club meets the second and fourth Monday of every month in Clubhouse 3, Room 1. Play begins at 6 p.m. sharp. All Leisure World residents and their guests are welcome. It is an easy dice game and a lot of fun. People can come and meet their friends and neighbors. There is a halftime social for all attending. For information, call Gail Levitt at 562-596-1346.

Results from the June 26 evening: Signe Kaleel, most buncos; Rochelle Bornstein, most wins; Cheryl Richardson, most babies; Bill Zurn, Suzanne Frank and Judy Georger, most losses; Carman Casteñada, door prize winner.

The club will meet July 10.

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Saturday Social Bunco Club

The Saturday Social Bunco Club meets on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month. The club will meet on July 8 in the Clubhouse 3 Lobby. Sign-up starts at 1 p.m. and play begins at 1:30.

June 24 winners: Rose Marie Sprague, most wins; Kathy Sargent, most buncos; Stella Kaiser, most babies; Doris Dack and Betty Morgan, most losses; Helen Sponsler, door prize winner. 

For more information, call club president Doris Dack at 714-356-0443.

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Tournament Poker

The Leisure World Tournament Poker Club held a casino tournament June 24.

There were 40 players at six tables and a good time was had by all. Players enjoyed a light breakfast and were ready for cards in the air by 10:30 a.m., the new playing time. 

As players were knocked out, the remaining players were relocated to open spots until it was down to the final nine players. Renato Villanueva finished in ninth place; Susan Dodson, eighth; Kirk Bromberg, seventh; Harry Sera, sixth; Lem Hall, fifth; Steve Edrich, fourth; Ron Pine, third; Barry Brideau, second; and Shelly Yu, first.

Yu has lived in Leisure World for about a year and has been a member of the club right from the beginning. This was her first final table win. Besides poker, Yu also enjoys playing pickleball here in Leisure World. 

The club congratulates all the winners and sends a big thank you to all those who played in this event. Anyone who would like to play a fun and friendly game of Texas Hold ‘Em, make plans to join the club next time on one of the first three Saturdays of every month in the lobby of Clubhouse 6 at 10 a.m. for registration, with cards in the air at 10:30. There will be no late seating.

— Deborah Barner

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Cribbage Club

Cribbage Club got an early start celebrating the Fourth of July by enjoying cake and ice cream provided by Mary Holder. Carrie Kistner assisted with serving. Melinda Cowan provided candy and mixed nuts. 

Winners for the week were: Wanda Bemben, first place, with a score of 844; Marsha Larson and Sam Ray, tie for second, 842; Cleo Looney, third, 835; Darlene Meyers and Dale Quinn, tie for fourth, 826.

To learn to play cribbage or hear more about the club, call Terry Thrift at 714-394-5885. Dues for 2023 are $5. A dollar is collected from each member before play begins. Members who come by 12:15 p.m. are guaranteed a place at the table. Announcements are shared at 12:25 p.m. Play begins at 12:30.

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CLASSIFIEDS

GENERAL

10-month old Female Kitten needs a FOREVER Home. VERY loving Kitty, Spayed, Dark Color Tabby, Indoor-Only. Comes with litter-box, cat food, cat cave and carrier. 562-234-7321/Mutual-One.

BATHTUB & SHOWER REFINISHING

We refinish your SHOWER/TUB to look brand new. Convert to WALK-IN SHOWER and/or raise seat. Nu Kote 562-833-3911  

Serving LW since 1999.   SB Business License 699080.  Exp 7/19

GARDENING & LANDSCAPING

FRANK’S GARDENING SERVICE

Complete maintenance and landscape. Serving Leisure-World since 1978. Planting/Clean-Ups/Fertilization. New Lawns, etc. Offering my services to every Mutual. Honest and Reliable. State Contractor’s License 779462. Call 562-863-7739, 

562-743-3832 or 714-527-1172.   Exp 8/30

HANDYMAN SERVICES

JR HOME REPAIRS.  Quality work. Perfectionist, honest & reliable. Call JR 562-519-2764. SB Business License JRH0001. Exp 7/12

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562-596-0559

LW DECOR INC.

Kitchen/Bathroom-Remodeling. Install Microwave/Dishwasher/Recessed-Lights/Closets Redesigned/Cabinets-Refaced/New-Windows/Patio-Storage and Enclosures.  Exp 7/26

40+/Years in LW

License 723262

PAINTING

Painting/FREE Estimates. 1-room or entire-house and refinish kitchen cabinets. (714)-826-8636. Call Jerry. CA State License 675336.   Exp 8/16

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Cory Gee Painting. Affordable – Professional, Licensed-and-Insured. Interior/Exterior Drywall Repairs/Texturing/Pressure-Washing/Cabinets. Senior discounts 714-308-9931. License 1049257.  Exp 7/26

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562-596-0559,  LW DECOR INC.

Premium-Paints. Interiors/Cabinets/Ceilings/Exterior-Windows/Frames. Our Own Painting-Crew. 40+/Years in LW. Business License 723262.  Exp 7/26

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Bel-Rich Painting.  Small-Jobs, Bathrooms, Walls, Gates & More! Call Bret 714-220-9702. Business License 705131.

Exp 8/09

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Painting service for exterior or interior repairs, texture/drywall/cabinets/skylights/gates/frames. Joshua 714-267-6756. State Contractor License 1081798.  Exp 11/22/2023

SKYLIGHT SERVICES

SKYLIGHTS

CLEAN AND REPAIR. Licensed and insured. Dan (562)-841-3787. SB Business License BRA0002.  Exp 7/12

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SKYLIGHT Cleaning & Repairs, Contact Eugene (714) 774-4385. Contractor License 634613-B.   Exp 11/29/2023

UPHOLSTERY/Carpet cleaning and tile & grout

All Year Carpet Cleaning since 1988. Tile & Grout. Tito/562-658-9841. State Contractors License 578194.  Exp 8/16

Window Washing

WANT CLEAN WINDOWS? 

I clean Inside/Outside OR Clean Outside only and SAVE $$$. LW-Resident/Rich Livitski. (562)-600-0014. SB Business License LIV0004.  Exp 8/02

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BEAUTIFUL WINDOWS. 40+ YEARS EXPERIENCE.  PHIL (562)-881-2093.  SB Business License  AB0001.

Exp 7/19

Leisure World Helping Leisure World

Does your walker need new tennis balls? Delivery and installation provided. Please provide your name and phone number. Free of charge.  Diane Hart 714-955-2885.

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“ROLLIN THUNDER” GOLF CART CLUB 

Offering FREE advice on buying/selling of your golf cart. Also batteries and Safety Flags. 562-431-6859

HOME CARE PERSONAL ASSISTANT

Experienced Caregiver available to assist with/Daily-Care/Doctor-Appointments/Errands/Available_24/7. 949-899-7770.SB Business License HEL0006.  Exp 9/27

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CHRISTIAN HOME CARE

Experienced, knowledgeable caregivers. Honest/Assertive/Fluent-English. Hourly/Full-Time, doctor-appointments, errands. Bernadine/562-310-0280. Bonded/Insured.  SB Business License BCS0002. Exp 1/31/2024

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MOST AFFORDABLE RATES with/optimum service, 30-years LW experience. Licensed Reliable, Honest Caregivers. 24-hours/Part-Time/Doctor-Appointments. References, Fluent English.  Ann/714-624-1911 and 562-277-3650/Heide.  SB Business License HYC0001.  Exp 8/02

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EXPERIENCED CAREGIVER

Over 25+/years in Leisure-World with/Excellent References.  Hourly or Live-in. Please Call Pampet/562-371-4895. SB License PAN0003.   Exp 7/19

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Elderly care. Live-in, Live-out. 30+ years experience. Cooking, cleaning, medications, companions, doctors. Experience with dementia. Gloria 949-371-7425.  SB Business License RAZ0002.   Exp 8/09

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Maria’s experienced caregivers. Run errands, Doctor appointments, cleaning, part-time, full-time, live-in. (562)-230-4648. SB Business License CAM0006.   Exp 7/26

BEAUTY SERVICES

Tammy Nguyen Phenix Salon. Service in private suite. One-customer, one-hairstylist. Sanitized & professional. Haircut for men-and-women. Shampoo/Set/Color/Highlights/Perms, Nails/Toenails. In-house service available. 13944 Seal Beach Boulevard,  #116. Tammy Nguyen (714)-425-4198.   Exp 9/27

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In home haircare, serving the men-and-women of Leisure-World for 36Years+. Mel Cell/562-480-9341. SB Business License #KC75538.  Exp 7/19

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Full-Service for Men-AND-Women at Dal Je’s Salon. 562-626-8122,562-431-4603. 5-minutes from Leisure-World! Cannot-WAIT-to-Serve-You!  PLEASE ask for Sun/Thank-You!  SB Business License 14203016.  Exp 8/02

HOUSE CLEANING

Experienced Housekeeper providing Weekly-and-Monthly cleaning. Call/949-899-7770. SB Business License HEL0006 

Exp 9/27

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BEAUTIFUL WINDOWS. 40+ YEARS EXPERIENCE.  PHIL (562)-881-2093.  SB Business License  AB0001. Exp 7/19

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GRACIAN’S HOUSECLEANING & WINDOWS.

Windows 10% off first cleaning. General housecleaning. Excellent referrals in LW. (562) 307-3861. 20 years experience.

SB Business License GRA0006.   Exp 7/12

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General housekeeping, 30+ years experience. Bi-weekly or monthly. Gloria 949-371-7425.  SB Business License RAZ002.  Exp 8/09

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Maria House-Cleaning. We’ll make your house look NICE-as-Possible! 15+/years experience. We can work with/your schedule. Bi-weekly/Monthly. Deep-Cleaning. Call/Text/714-496-2885. Business License HER0008.   Exp 8/09

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MAGALY’S CLEANING  SERVICE. We make your home sparkle! 7-days/call anytime! Complete-cleaning. 562-505-1613

SB Business License M0001A.  Exp 9/20

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Albert & Patricia House-Cleaning.  Weekly/Bi-Weekly/Monthly. (562)-397-4659,  (323)-413-0830.  SB Business  License14206409. Exp 9/20

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LeeGee Cleaning Services.  Move-In/ Move-Out. Deep Cleaning and/or Recurring. General Housecleaning,Weekly/Bi-Weekly/Monthly.  7-Days Call/Text Lisa/714-916-7796. SB Business License LEE0004.  Exp 7/26

COMPUTERS

FRUSTRATED (562)755-6199

Everything for your computer (PC-or-Mac), Cellphone, TV, Stereo, any Electronic-Device. Tina Schaffer. SB Business License CIP0001   Exp 7/26

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COMPUTER SERVICES (562)-733-9193

All things computer related. Phones, TV’s, Tablets, Electronic gadgets. Call John LW Resident.  SB License FUH0001.

Exp 11/01

AUTOS WANTED

ANY KIND OF CAR

Cars/Motorcycle/Truck, running-or-not. We are local, call anytime! We pay cash and remove promptly! We do DMV and Release-of-Liability for you! Bonded/Licensed, since 1985! Call us 562-684-0901, we can come out and give you a quote.   CA Business License 046854. Exp 9/27

ELECTRIC CARTS/SCOOTERS/MOBILE CHAIRS FOR SALE

Golf Cars SELL, BUY, TRADE and REPAIRS. Call 714-292-9124.  Exp 1/03/2024

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Tri-Lift Mobility Car-Lift for Scooter/$799 (new over $2,000). Bracket for GoGo-Scooter/$299. Sold Together or Separately. Mutual-17/Arlene/562-476-6161.

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2-Electric Wheel-Chairs, $500/each. Excellent-Condition/Hardly-Used. One chair is Deluxe Model/X-Large accomodates large-person. Call/562-235-2814.

GOLF CART TIRES

Golf Cart Tires in Leisure-World with “SPECIALTY TIRES”.  All-Standard-Sizes and MORE!  1-800-847-9593. SB Business License SPE0007.  Exp 8/09

Transportation

Need a lift? Pam Miller. LW Residents ONLY. 310-227-1258   Exp 8/02

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Inexpensive Shuttle. Airports, Shopping, Doctors, etc. SB License  ABL0001. 562-881-2093. Exp 7/12 

autos/boats/RV’s trailers FOR SALE

ELECTRIC CAR PADS

Installed at your residence. Call Frank 562-743-3832. Contractor’s License 779462.   Exp 8/30

MOVING, HAULING & STORAGE SERVICES

J&D HAUL-AWAY AND CLEAN-UP SERVICE

No job too small! Fast/Reliable/Great-Prices. Seal Beach Business License BRA0002. 562-841-3787/Dan.  Exp 7/12

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A FRIEND AND A TRUCK

Your Moving-AND-Hauling service. Any size job!  Call/310-387-2618.  Business License RO263644. Exp 7/19

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED

LESLIE’S VINTAGE STORE Buying Mid-Century Modern Furniture/Antiques/Chinese-Collectibles/Old-Toys/Vintage-Clothing/14K-Jewelry-and-Sterling/ETC. 562-243-7229  Exp 8/09

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

Ladies Bike $95 Schwin Cruiser-Three. In excellent condition. 714-747-0370

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Antique-Coins, Comic-Books, Stamps. Available Monday-Friday/9:00am-3:30pm. MUST call for appointment 562-594-3975. Exp 7/26

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Patio/Yard Sale. 9:00am-3:00pm/Thursday/July-6th and Friday/July-7th. 1241 Golden Rain Road, Mutual-3/Unit-2G. TV/Pictures/Bedroom-Furniture/Folding-Chairs/Dish-Set/Silverware-Set/Storage-Bench/Pillows/Size-10-Boots/Women-and-Men-Clothes.