It was the liveliest of evenings on April 5. Karaoke night was buzzing with excited singers and a happy audience. The audience appreciated several up-beat gospel songs for Easter week sung by Ellen Brannigan, Vito Villomar and Rob Illingworth. A delightful gospel tune “One Day at a Time” was Nina Todorov’s selection. While celebrating several birthdays, members enjoyed chocolate cake and

GARDEN CLUB The Garden Club will meet Monday, April 17, at 1:30 p.m. in Clubhouse 2. Following her fantastic presentation at the March meeting, Elizabeth Butterfield, resident of Mutual 8, is back this month to share her secrets of using succulents in designing a garden to enhance its beauty and practicality. She will offer simple ways to use and enjoy these easy-to-grow and drought-resistent

The Traveling Tigers Club will meet on Wednesday, April 19, at noon in Clubhouse 3, Room 9. The meeting will begin with a potluck; bring a dish to share and, if possible, your own plate, silverware and cup. A short business meeting will begin at 1, followed by a discussion of travel tips and hacks. The club members share an interest in traveling, and have a wealth of experience to share. Between

Last week, hula dancer Harry “Hap” Pedigo special ordered 30 one-of-a-kind hairclips, made of exotic tropical flowers, for his hula ohana/family. The handmade hair adornments— each unique in designs —are for the dancers who are participating at the Golden Age Foundation (GAF) 50th anniversary celebration ( see page 11 ). The gifts brough so much joy to the class that it was almost like

Debbie Bollinger, a Leisure World resident and 25-year veteran of the bail industry, has funneled her decades of experience working with fugitive recovery agents, also known as bounty hunters, into two new books: “Justice for Ashton” and “Justice for Blake.” It goes like this: D. J. Douglas, owner of D. J.’s Bail Bonds, along with her crack team of fugitives pull out all the stops to

Longtime Lapidary Club member Aletta Stephen will be moving to Arizona after being an active member for nearly 20 years. Over the years Aletta worked on almost every activity that the Lapidary Club offers, including silver smithing, lapidary, beading, glass and wire-wrapping. Aletta has always been willing to serve as a mentor to others in learning how to do the various crafts. She has made everything