The Open Meeting Act requires boards of directors to establish reasonable time limits for speakers to address the GRF Board of Directors (Civ. Code §4925(b).). Time limits are four minutes per speaker for 15 or fewer speakers; three minutes per speaker for 16-25 speakers; and two minutes per speaker, more than 26 speakers. Pursuant to Civil Code 4930 of the Davis-Stirling Act, the GRF Board

Beginning Jan. 17, Leisure World’s new gate access system will be fully operational. At that time, people will need a valid RFID tag or GRF ID to enter the community. It is important to note that residents will always be able to call Security, 24/7, with the names of their visitors. New residents or residents with additional vehicles can get RFID tags at the Decal Office in Building 5, open

Mutual residents are invited to attend the open meetings of their Mutual boards. The following is a tentative schedule. Thurs., Dec. 14 Mutual 12 Conference Room B/Zoom….....9 a.m. Mon., Dec. 18 Mutual 15 Conference Room B/Zoom….....1 p.m. Tues., Dec. 19 Mutual 10 Conference Room B…................9 a.m. Tues., Dec. 19 Mutual 14 Conference Room B/Zoom….....1 p.m.

The GRF Transportation Department will conduct monthly 1.5-hour bus tours of Leisure World amenities and clubhouses on Tuesdays for new and recently moved-in residents. Stock Transfer can book tours when new buyers check in, or people can schedule one at https://outlook.office365.com/ owa/calendar/NewMemberBus-Tours@lwsb.com/bookings/. For more information, contact Melissa Gomez at melissag@lwsb.com

In this season, as Christians celebrate the birth of the savior, the pastors at First Christian Church extend an invitation to those seeking to honor the birth of the babe born in a manger. Throughout December, Christmas songs are sung with enthusiasm and joyfulness. Pastor’s Message Starting this weekend, Associate Pastor Gary Whitlatch will embark on a journey into the writings of the Apostle

Faith Christian Assembly is thankful to celebrate the birth of the savior. A great way to keep focus on the true meaning of the season is to make time for church attendance with family and friends. Faith Christian Assembly invites LWers to attend any of its upcoming Christmas services. On Sunday, Dec. 17, at the 10:30 a.m. service, Faith Christian Assembly will have special speaker, Pastor Paul

Buddha Circle will meet on Saturday, Jan. 6, in Clubhouse 3, Room 1, from 9:30-11 a.m. with Venerable Kusala. Ven. Kusala is well known in the Buddhist community and presents Buddhism in simple ways. His teachings include ways to suffer less and become happier. For more information, call 714-468-6887.

OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at California State University, Long Beach, will hold a free lecture on Dec. 19 at 2 p.m. on ageism. The program will be held at the Alpert Jewish Community Center located at 3801 E. Willow St. in Long Beach. The lecture will be presented by Dr. Daniel Else, a professor of educational psychology and lecturer at