Hui O Hula, the Leisure World Hawaiian dance group, offers hula lessons on Tuesday upstairs in Clubhouse 6 from 1:15 p.m., and on Thursday outdoors at Veteran Plaza, also from 1:15. Class meets indoors in Clubhouse 3 during unsuitable weather. Hula is a moderate workout for the body and an excellent exercise for the mind. All are welcome to class, either to hula or just to enjoy the music and watch.

The LW Art League met Sept. 10 in Clubhouse 4. The guest demonstration artist was Chinese brush and sumi-e painter Alma Borcuk from Lake Arrowhead. She demonstrated the basics of Chinese brush painting like the type of paper to use, when to use the smooth and textured side of the paper, the type of brush to use, the brush strokes, the proper way of holding the brush and more. Borcuk donated a

The Recreation Department is still sending letters to qualifying shareholders indicating they have received a spot in the new Community Garden. Those who have received a letter with a spot assignment should go to the Recreation Office, located in Building 5, to complete the required paperwork. To decline the spot, contact Recreation so staff can pass the spot along to another resident. ADA spots

SATURDAY MORNING DANCE CLASS There are two dance classes every Saturday morning in Clubhouse 6 (second floor). In September, the classes are nightclub two-step at 9 a.m., followed by cha-cha at 10. Each class is $7 per person. Class participants vote on new dance topics every month. Prior dance experience is not necessary and partners are not required. For more information, contact Howard Small

COMMUNITY KARAOKE Karen Morris showed up early at the Sept. 11 karaoke party. She’s always prepared to entertain the audience and chose to sing “Have You Forgotten” in memory of 9/11 survivors. Bob Barnum also sang a good tune to remember that infamous day called “Superman.” On a light note, Vito Villamor sang a Conway Twitty country version of “Mona Lisa.” Joan Rosenberg gave

GRF MOVIES A matinee of the Oscarwinning- film “Nomadland” will be screened on Saturday, Sept. 21, in Clubhouse 4. The movie begins at 1 p.m. People are encouraged to grab a friend, bring snacks and beverages, and enjoy the complimentary show. “Nomadland,” rated R, was released in 2020 by director Chloe Zhao. The run time is just under two hours. Following the economic collapse

ENTERTAINERS CLUB Lovers of “old songs” and the Great American Songbook are invited to attend the Entertainers Club’s program on Saturday, Sept. 28, in Clubhouse 4, starting at 7 p.m. The event will feature music by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Tony Bennet, and some of the most popular pop and Broadway songs of the ‘20s-‘60s performed by club members. The karaoke-free performance

People interested in learning more about space, celestial bodies and how the universe works are invited to join free lectures taught by LW resident and retired physics/astronomy teacher Jim Johns on Fridays at 10 a.m. via Zoom. Johns gives PowerPoint presentations on astronomy and cosmology. New topics are introduced weekly, and there’s time for questions. For more information, email jimpoiu@gmail.com

GOLDEN AGE FOUNDATION The Golden Age Foundation (GAF) will sponsor a Walk & Roll-A-Thon on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. starting in the Clubhouse 6 parking lot. Participants must pre-register. GAF board members will be in the Hospitality Room in Clubhouse 6 from 9-11 a.m., weekdays, to help people register for the event. The cost is $30 for individual registration; $50 for