The American Mahjong Club of Leisure World meets on Mondays and Wednesdays from 1-4 p.m. in the Clubhouse 1 Lobby. New members are welcome to join. For more information, contact Jane Copeland at janecopeland2@ yahoo.com.

The LW Chess Club meets every Friday in Clubhouse 3, Room 7, from 1-4:30 p.m. Beginners lessons are available. Keep Alzheimer’s and dementia at bay by practicing this strategy game, proven to improve short and long-term memory and critical thinking skills. People are encouraged to bring a friend and enjoy the moment. For more information, call Steven Kramer at 303-601-2511.

Osteoarthritis is a chronic joint disease characterized by the gradual degeneration of cartilage—the protective tissue that cushions the joints, causing inflammation, stiffness and pain. Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis and primarily affectsweight-bearing joints such as the knees, hips, spine and hands. Osteoarthritis is broadly classified into two types: • Primary, which

Wa-Rite is a female-only club that meets on Friday mornings from 9-10 in Clubhouse 3, Room 1. Weigh-ins are from 8-8:45. Dues are $10 a year, plus 10 cents upon signing in. LW ID cards must be shown. Women who want support on their weight-loss journey and to meet like-minded people are welcome to stop by no later than 8:45 to weigh in and complete the registration paperwork. On Jan. 30, members

The Joyful Line Dance Club meets on Thursdays in Clubhouse 2 from 10 a.m.-noon. Albert Comia leads the first hour of the class with easy dances for beginners. After a short break, Karen Kei teaches more advanced dances for the rest of the class, from 11 a.m.-noon. Kei introduces a new line dance every month. This month, members are learning “Bye Ya Ye Ya.” Everyone is welcome to join. All participants

LW BICYCLE GROUP Last week, LW Bicycle Group members took advantage of the summer-like weather to enjoy a sunset at Bolsa Chica State Beach. The group meets at the North Gate on Sundays with breakfast, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 9 a.m. Helmets and safe shoes are required. For more information, call Mary Romero at 562-509-8475 or Lucy Cyza at 818-209-5075.