In Library Leads, library staff highlight new additions to the library collection that are worth checking out. “The True Story of Raja the Gullible (And His Mother),” by Rabih Alameddine Genre: Literary Fiction The novel dances across six decades to tell the unforgettable story of a singular life and its absurdities—a tale of mistakes, self-discovery, trauma and forgiveness. “Water

The Creative Writers Club will meet Friday, Feb. 27, in Clubhouse 3, Room 1, at 1 p.m. All are welcome. The topic for February is “If I could change one thing about my life it would be...” Members are invited to share their writing and listen to the work of others.

GRF BUS TRIP Leisure World residents are invited to attend a whale watching excursion on Wednesday, March 25, departing from Long Beach Harbor. Transportation is provided by chartered bus from Leisure World, with bus loading from the Amphitheater bus stop at 10:30 a.m. A box lunch is included with the trip. The excursion features a whale watching cruise operated by Harbor Breeze Cruises,

GRF SPECIAL EVENTS Come celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with an evening of music, dancing and good cheer at Clubhouse 1 on Monday, March 17. Dancing begins at 7 p.m. and continues until 9, with a 15-minute intermission. Doors open at 6 with open seating. This annual event offers a lively way to mark the holiday and enjoy a night out with friends. People are encouraged to wear green. Popular

All residents are invited to attend the Genealogy Club’s monthly general meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 25, at 10 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 9. Coffee time starts at 9:30. Christine Cohen will present “Homesteading: Land for All.” Homestead application packets from 1862-1934 are great sources of genealogical information. These applications list family members and statements from neighbors, plus notations