“The Nutcracker” will return to the Long Beach Terrace Theater this holiday season, with six performances throughout December. The Long Beach Ballet’s Artistic Director David Wilcox has pulled out all the stops for this year’s 40th annual production. The production includes a full symphony orchestra, a flying sleigh, a real horse, on-stage pyrotechnics and a cast of over 250. This year’s

On Saturday, Dec. 17, Long Beach Symphony will once again deliver in its annual tradition of holiday favorites and sing-alongs. People can enjoy conductor Morihiko Nakahara, the Long Beach Camerata Singers, and the Pops signature indoor picnicking, where audiences can bring their food, sweets, decorations, and libationsto make this a true holiday party. Catering is also available. Individual tickets

Three tables of nine players enjoyed a great time at a Nov. 18 tournament. The holders of the two highest hands of the day each won $10. The winners were Mike Gass (AAA66) and Harry Sera (JJJ77). By playing and winning the promotional hand of 9-2, Lee Pfeifer won $5. The final table players were Susan Dodson, Guta Basner, and Mike Gass. These three table winners made short work of the final hands.

The Photo Arts Club will hold a holiday party on Thursday, Dec. 8, at 1:30 p.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 9. Residents are encouraged to get to know their fellow photographers and bring holiday photos to share. Sandwiches, chips, drinks and desserts will be served. Everyone is welcome. People should RSVP by Dec. 2 by contacting Regine Schumacher at 562-430-7978.

Refreshments will be provided by OptumCare. All are encouraged to stop by the table and say hello. Come and kick off the holidays at Veterans Plaza, see the brand-new tree, and bring a friend, grandchild or two, and lots of neighbors.

Shuffleboard forming winter league teams, deadline nears Now is the time for Shuffleboard members and interested LW residents to sign up for upcoming winter league teams. Many have already signed up but there are still a few slots available. Friday, Dec. 2, is the sign-up deadline as winter league teams will be assigned before Christmas. The Friday morning winter league will begin Jan. 6 and