CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS Leisure World residents can attend the City of Los Alamitos’ MemorialCare Elevate Encore Senior Expo on Wednesday, Aug. 26, from 10 a.m.-noon at the Los Alamitos Community Center (10911 Oak St.). This is a free, informative event featuring resources and information to assist in building connection and support. Resources will be available on transportation, caregiving,

A record number of items have been turned into the lost and found department located at the GRF Decal Office in Building C. Residents who lost items at Amphitheater concerts, in any of the clubhouses, the fitness center or pool, can come to lost and found to retrieve them during office hours: Tuesday-Saturday from 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. (closed Sunday and Monday).

Mutual 6 resident Susan Hopewell collects donations for the homeless including new or used clean towels, unopened shampoo, soap, lotion, disposable razors, toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, sunscreen,women’s hygiene products, protein bars, lip balm, and new socks and underwear for men and women. No clothing will be accepted. To donate, contact Hopewell at 562-430-6044 or Linda Neer at 562-430-3214

The Leisure World Lions Club is introducing a helpful new program designed to support residents who rely on the community laundry rooms. On Thursday, Aug. 27, from 10-11 a.m. in Clubhouse 6, the Lions Club will host a quarter exchange event, where residents can exchange a $10 bill for a $10 roll of quarters. The event will coincide with the Lions Club’s monthly produce box event. The simple one-for-one

Join the Japanese American Club for its annual barbecue picnic on Friday, Aug. 14, at 11:30 a.m. in the Clubhouse 1 picnic area. The club will serve hamburgers, hot dogs, baked beans, potato salad, broccoli salad, green salad, watermelon and dessert. There will also be a rummage sale, entertainment and door prizes. The cost is $10 for members and $15 for non-members. For more information, contact

EMERGENCY INFORMATION COUNCIL By Marty Williams LW contributor On Aug. 21 from 10 a.m.-noon, the Emergency Information Council (EIC) will address questions and continue education on the information previously covered in its first meeting on May 7. This session will cover: • How to help others in an emergency and “On Your Own”(20 minutes) • Review Part 1: Emergency Operations

LW Lions Club launches new quarter exchange program The Leisure World Lions Club is introducing a helpful new program designed to support residents who rely on the community laundry rooms. On Thursday, Aug. 20, from 10-11 a.m. in Clubhouse 6, the Lions Club will host a quarter exchange event, where residents can exchange a $10 bill for a $10 roll of quarters. The event will coincide with the

Join the Japanese American Club for its annual barbecue picnic on Friday, Aug. 14, at 11:30 a.m. in the Clubhouse 1 picnic area. The club will serve hamburgers, hot dogs, baked beans, potato salad, broccoli salad, green salad, watermelon and dessert. There will also be a rummage sale, entertainment and door prizes. The cost is $10 for members and $15 for non-members. For more information, contact Stephanie