The Leisure Time Dancers hold classes on Monday afternoons in the dance studio, upstairs in Clubhouse 6. Rumba is at 2 p.m., followed by West Coast swing at 3. No partner is necessary. The class will rotate so everyone dances. Beginners are welcome. A review of basics will be included. The cost is $7 per person for one class and $11 per person for two classes in a single day. For more information,

GARDEN CLUB The Garden Club’s Christmas brunch will be held Dec. 18 at 11:30 a.m. in Clubhouse 2. Tickets are $60 and include a buffet of scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, potatoes, muffins and pastries provided by Country Garden Caterers. Everyone is encouraged to wear their favorite holidaythemed accessories: hats, sweaters, scarves, ties, jewelry, etc. Prizes will be given for

On Dec. 12 at 6 p.m., the Los Alamitos High School Performing Arts Center will host “Nutcracker in a Nutshell,” a festive event that will include a holiday craft sale, carolers, hot cocoa and cookies. At 7 p.m., there will be performances by the Los Alamitos High School Orchestra, Dance Team, the Wind Symphony, McAucliffe Choir, and Los Alamitos Elementary ambassadors. Tickets ranging from

There are two dance classes every Saturday morning in Clubhouse 6 (second floor). Salsa is at 9 a.m., followed by American tango at 10. Each class is $7 per person. The 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 at 516-659-3314. —Howard Small

The car club meets on the second Tuesday of each month in Clubhouse 3, Room 5, at 6 p.m. People don’t need a vintage, classic or collectible vehicle to join or participate in the club’s activities, just a passion for cars.