The Paws, Claws and Beaks Club's next meeting will be on Wednesday, Jan. 19, in Clubhouse 3, Room 9, at 4 p.m. Phil Mandeville will lead the club in its annual Disaster Emer- gency Preparedness for pets. Other LW pet issues will be discussed. All residents are welcome to attend. Nutritious snacks are encouraged, due to the meeting time. For more information, contact Bonnie Kaplan at craft.kaplan029@gmail.com

Diana Ritmire will turn 90 years old on Friday, Jan. 14. She was born Diana Mulberger on Jan. 14, 1932, and grew up in Hollywood. She later became a public school teacher. Dianna raised her four kids in Palos Verdes and was a long-time Long Beach resident before moving into Leisure World last year. She is married to the love of her life, Ken Ritmire.

by Brian Harmon LW contributor Justin Chang, one of Congresswoman Michelle Steel’s aides, will speak at the next Republican Club meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 19, followed by a discussion of basic Republican Club principles. Chang will discuss the legislative efforts of the congresswoman, along with the services and assistance available at her district office. The congresswoman serves on the