The Leisure World Orchestra, celebrating its 60th anniversary, will recreate a work from the ensemble’s first concert in April 1966. The group in the photo played “Finlandia” by Jean Sibelius at an Easter sunrise service at the Amphitheater. The 2026 orchestra, numbering over 50 musicians, will open its June 6 concert with the same work. Edgar Hines and his wife, Hazel Hines, are credited

The 250th anniversary of the creation of the United States is July 4. Before that is Memorial Day, May 25, which honors the sacrifices of the Armed Forces who fought valiantly to preserve peace. In recognition of that history, the Friends of the Library will offer, at half-price, books about the men and women and their heroic deeds in worldwide conflicts. The sale will begin today, May 14, and the

All are invited to a free screening of Leo Delibes’ tale of intercultural love in India, “Lakme,” on Tuesday, May 19, at 1:30 p.m., in the Learning Center of Clubhouse 3. Margaret Gillon will introduce this tale of East-West romance written 150 years ago when speculation substituted for knowledge about the emotions of people. Act 1 introduces Lakme, the daughter of a Brahmin priest who is

Clubhouse 1 was filled with music, dancing and a strong turnout during the annual GRF Cinco de Mayo celebration on May 5. Residents enjoyed mariachi music performed by Mariachi Tierra Mia, whose lively performance kept the dance floor active. Many residents remained on the dance floor for much of the evening while others gathered with friends and neighbors throughout the clubhouse. The event

The Good News Singers Choir will present a concert titled “Perfectly Faithful” in Clubhouse 4 on Friday, May 29, at 2 p.m. The choir has been preparing under the direction of Janet Ray with accompaniment by Ruth Bonnema (l).