RENOVATIONS The last day to visit the main library building and the Friends of Library before renovations begin is Saturday, Dec. 23. The closure is expected to last through January. On Thursday, Dec. 28, the library will re-open in a temporary location in Clubhouse 3, Room 8, to continue serving residents. A selection of new and popular books, audio, and visual materials will be available

In observance of Christmas and New Year’s Day, all GRF offices except Security will be closed Monday, Dec. 25, and Monday, Jan. 1. The Leisure World Maintenance Department will be on call for emergencies at 562-594-- 4754. The Health Care Center 24-hour nurse will be available for home visits for a charge at 562-795-6216.

RECREATION Choose from two bands on New Year's Eve The GRF Recreation Department will host two consecutive New Year’s Eve celebrations this year: one for early birds and one for night owls. The Velvetones from 5:30-9 p.m.— The Velvetones Ballroom Dance Orchestra is Leisure World’s own professional big band, playing Big Band Swing and jazz standards. This year, by popular demand,

Each fourth Saturday, authorized residents can sell any used motorized vehicle in the Administration Parking Lot from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. The next sale is Saturday, Dec. 23. Vehicles must have current DMV registrations, GRF decals and be insured. In addition to cars, motorhomes, motorcycles, golf carts, bikes, trikes and scooters may be sold. The owner or representative does not need to be present but

LOS ANGELES COUNTY The holiday season is an exciting time for many families. Don’t let scams, theft and fraud steal the joy. Before making a purchase or donation, be prepared to identify questionable activity to avoid becoming a victim. Don’t let these common scams ruin your holidays: Spam phone calls and text messages: From robocalls to text messages, scammers are able to contact you

Editor: I’ve been wondering if the Republican Club in Leisure World added “America First” to its name specifically because it’s become the political slogan of white nationalist groups? I hope not. I don’t like to think that—although I’m sure there are racists among us—it’s become part of the club’s beliefs, which are occasionally listed. I want to believe the majority of

The location of the Filipino Association of Leisure World (FALW) Simbang Gabi Mass event was incorrect in the Dec. 14 LW Weekly. The annual Mass will be held today, Thursday, Dec. 21, at 5:30 p.m. in Clubhouse 4.