by Mary Larson LW contributor Conservative former federal judge J. Michael Luttig was one of two witnesses who testified during the most recent session of televised hearings currently taking place in Congress. He ended his remarks with a warning that there remains “a clear and present danger to American democracy” even 17 months after the attack on Jan. 6, 2021. In the midst of viewing

GRF Service Maintenance reports a growing incidence of blocked sewer pipes largely due to flushable wipes. To combat that, a new product called Refresh Liquid Wipes for $6.81 including tax, is now available Copy & Supply Center in Building 5. Most wipes labeled “flushable” are not biodegradable and cause major sewer line stoppages, but Refresh is sprayed on toilet tissue, turning it into a

CalFresh can help qualifying Leisure World residents receive healthy fruits and vegetables, among other groceries. Recipients receive a card similar to a debit card with money loaded every month to shop for more fruit, vegetables, protein and other healthy foods. CalFresh is funded by the USDA and administered through the Community Action Partnership in Leisure World to help improve the health

Free food is available in Leisure World to eligible residents who are 60 years or older through Community Action Partnership of Orange County (CAPOC), which has a monthly distribution site by Clubhouse 4. The next food distribution will be July 21. Every third Thursday from 9-11 a.m., qualified people receive 40 pounds of food, including canned fruit, vegetables, meat, rice, juice, cereal and

quarter ton of sand was being distributed from the city-owned wells into Leisure World every 24 hours. A sand separator was installed to combat the problem. June 22, 2002: The 40th Anniversary Festival Celebration of was held. Watch the videos of the fest and parade on the Historical Society Youtube.com channel. June 23, 1966: More than 100 members and wives of four Leisure World

Lynn went back to work in 1970 and was the switchboard operator at Walkers Department store at Fourth and Pine streets in downtown Long Beach until they went out of business. She worked as the switchboard operator at Buffum’s on Broadway. When Buffum’s moved into the new Long Beach Mall, she moved with the company, working there until Buffum’s closed. She has been a LW resident since March

There are two sides of the park. Facing the ocean, the stage will be on the left side of the park. The grass area on this side often fills up quicker, so patrons should plan on arriving earlier to secure spots there. On the right side, there is a speaker for concert goers to enjoy the live music, but the crowd is often more spaced out, and children and dogs play in between the blankets. Chamber

Staff at the library can help people troubleshoot any issues they may encounter with Banner IDs, myGateway or any other NOCE-related matters. People are welcome to visit the library in-person Monday-Saturday from 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. to receive this help. —Taylor Greene, library manager