ESTATE PLANNING The holidays are a season of togetherness, a time when families gather to share food, laughter and cherished memories. While these moments often spark conversations about the past, they also present an ideal opportunity to look ahead. Talking about end-of-life plans, including the future of one’s unit and estate and GRF membership and stock certificates, can offer loved

RSVP BY NOV. 21 Free Thanksgiving dinner served at St. Anne's Church The Seal Beach Chamber of Commerce will serve a free Thanksgiving meal to people in need or who cannot be with friends or family during the holiday. The meal will be served at St. Anne’s Church, 340 10th St., Seal Beach, on Nov. 27. Bingo starts at 11 a.m.; dinner starts at noon. Those interested should RSVP by Nov.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW Experience the magic of the holidays with the American Ballet Theatre’s dazzling production of “The Nutcracker,” performed with the Pacific Symphony at Segerstrom Hall in Costa Mesa on Thursday, Dec. 18. Tickets are on sale now online and in person at the Recreation Office. The cost is $75 per person, which includes both show admission and transportation. Seating

Registration is now open to join the volunteer program for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. Those who register will be notified as volunteer opportunities become available. In summer 2026, applications will open for games-time volunteering, which includes tasks like assisting athletes and guiding guests. No prior experience is required. People can register online at https://la28.org/en/

PAVING PROJECT Weather permitting, asphalt repairs will continue in the northbound lanes of St. Andrews Drive near Glenview Road this week. Then, crews will begin work on the southbound lanes of St. Andrews between Pelham Road and Golden Rain Road. Crews and heavy machinery continue to be present in the roadway. Drivers and pedestrians should exercise caution near asphalt repair sites and

2026 PRICE CHANGE USPS shipping prices expected to increase 5-8% in January On Nov. 14, the U.S. Postal Service filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) for price increases that, if approved by the commission, would take effect Jan. 18, 2026. The proposal would raise prices approximately 6.6% for Priority Mail service, 5.1% for Priority Mail Express service, 7.8% for USPS