Masks are required. People will be interviewed on the patio of Clubhouse 3 outside of the Knowledge and Learning Center across from the LW Library. After the interview, clients will be asked to wait in their cars or in an adjacent area while returns are being prepared and quality reviewed. After the return is completed, the GAF tax preparer will review the return with the client and secure his

by Brian Harmon LW contributor Republican Club President David Harlow stressed at a recent strategy meeting that education might be the best issue to emphasize for the upcoming election. The group consisted of 19-20 of the top volunteers in the club, including its officers. Harlow said, “The amazing Republican victories in Virginia seem to show that voters are most concerned about issues

by Mary Larson LW contributor Leisure World voters are now in CA Senate District 36. This newly redrawn district encompasses all of coastal Orange County, including Seal Beach, Huntington Beach, Newport Beach and Laguna Beach. It also goes inland to include cities like Fountain Valley, Westminster, Garden Grove, Cypress and Buena Park. Huntington Beach is the largest city in the district.

Korean American Classical Music Association’s program for the meeting today, Jan. 27, is Verdi’s Opera Aida. The meeting is from 9:30-11:30 a.m. in Clubhouse 2. Contact Grace Kim at (562) 431-3039 for more information.

Prevent age-related muscle loss, also known as sarcopenia, with strength training. Via Zoom, certified personal trainer and Leisure World resident Eunis “WildFire!” Christensen leads simple at-home workouts with dumbbells and stretch tubing/bands every Monday at 4 p.m. This free, interactive half-hour group class is designed to help people stay strong and healthy for years to come. One 86-year-old

Steady yoga movements warm up muscles, and deep breathing increases blood flow. Classes are held in Clubhouse 6 on Wednesdays at 9 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. The cost is $8 per class. Outdoor yoga classes cost $8 each and are held at Veterans Plaza on Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m. Longtime local instructor Jenny Ahn leads classes via Zoom on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. for $5 per class.

Meals on Wheels of Long Beach Inc. delivers freshly cooked meals for $8.75 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. To cancel a meal for the following

At the Jan. 7 meeting, the group voted to postpone meetings until April 1 over concerns related to COVID. The next meeting will start at 9 a.m. and will be for existing members only; the club is not accepting new members at this time. Those interested in connecting online can visit the group’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/groups/620008769222043.

The following is a list of do’s and don’ts associated with Old Glory, the U.S. Flag, according to www.military.com. When displaying the flag, DO the following: • Display the U.S. flag from sunrise to sunset on buildings and stationary flagstaffs in the open. When a patriotic effect is desired, the flag may be displayed 24 hours a day if properly illuminated during the hours of darkness.