Hours of operation were extended at the St. Andrews and North Gates starting last month. The gates now open at 5:45 a.m. and close at 10:45 p.m. The extra 15 minutes in the morning is especially appreciated by early birds leaving for work or the gym, and the extra 45 minutes at night allow residents to quickly access the community while easing traffic at the front gate.

Golden Rain Foundation committee and board meetings are open to Leisure World residents. The following is a tentative schedule. Mon., July 3 GRF Facilities Committee Conference Room A/virtual ......... 10 a.m. Thurs., July 6 GRF Operations Committee Conference Room A/virtual ......... 10 a.m. Tues., July 11 GRF Member Services Committee Conference Room A/virtual ......... 10 a.m. Thurs., July

The GRF held its 60th annual meeting of all members on June 13 at 2 p.m. in Clubhouse 4. After member comments and committee reports, the Executive Director called for nominations for the office of President. Susan Hopewell nominated Carole Damoci and Edward Jablonski nominated Marsha Gerber. Ms. Gerber was elected President for the 2023/2024 term. President Gerber opened nominations

The Security Decal Office is now closed on Monday and open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. The office, which is located in Building 5, is closed Sunday.

2; Maureen Habel, Mutual 3; Susan Hopewell, Mutual 6; Pattricia Vienna, Mutual 7; Tony Dodero, Mutual 9; Edward Jablonski, Mutual 11; Carole Damoci, Mutual 12; Lee Melody, Mutual 14, Marla Hamblin, Mutual 15; Janet Isom, Mutual 16; and Nick Massetti, Mutual 17. GRF committee assignments were also handed out. Although there may be some last-minute rearranging, as of presstime, the assignments

The following is the Security Incident Report for the month of May. It has been edited for clarity. FIRE: 3 •May 11, 5:20 p.m., Mutual 1 Overcooked food set off an alarm. Only smoke appeared; no fire or damage to unit. •May 24, 7:35 p.m., Cafe Burnt popcorn in microwave caused smoke, no fire or damage occured. • May 31, 11:20 p.m., Mutual 15 A heating system malfunctioned

Don't miss your chance to catch one of the best fireworks shows in the area from a prime location and dine on delicious food, all while supporting local students. J.H. McGaugh Elementary School's nonprofit Project SEEK is selling a series of 10-person tables at The Boathouse on the Bay, located on the waterfront of Alamitos Bay, for the “Big Bang on the Bay” fireworks display on July

victim that they owe money or need to take immediate action on an issue. People should remember the following: • No legitimate person or organization will ever tell you to pay by gift card. • No government agency will ever call/email/text to ask you for money, your Social Security, bank account, or credit card number. • Recognize scam attempts and end all communication with the