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New guidelines will strengthen communication on major projects

GRF BOARD by Emma DiMaggio Communications Manager On Nov. 25, the GRF Board approved new guidelines for how staff communicates information about major projects to the community. GRF staff will now be required to attach a communication plan to any capital or reserve project whose cost exceeds $100,000. Staff members also have the freedom to create communication plans for lesser-cost

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New guidelines will strengthen communication on major projects

GRF BOARD by Emma DiMaggio Communications Manager On Nov. 25, the GRF Board approved new guidelines for how staff communicates information about major projects to the community. GRF staff will now be required to attach a communication plan to any capital or reserve project whose cost exceeds $100,000. Staff members also have the freedom to create communication plans for lesser-cost

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Posted on December 3, 2025

Pickleball Courts will be refurbished

GRF BOARD by Emma DiMaggio Communications Manager At its Nov. 25 meeting, the GRF Board awarded a contract to Zaino Tennis Courts to repaint and refurbish the Pickleball Courts at Clubhouse 2. The contract includes a 10% contingency for a total cost not to exceed $13,860, Reserve funding—over $26,000 less than what was allocated in the Reserve Study. Zaino Tennis Courts originally

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Pickleball Courts will be refurbished

GRF BOARD by Emma DiMaggio Communications Manager At its Nov. 25 meeting, the GRF Board awarded a contract to Zaino Tennis Courts to repaint and refurbish the Pickleball Courts at Clubhouse 2. The contract includes a 10% contingency for a total cost not to exceed $13,860, Reserve funding—over $26,000 less than what was allocated in the Reserve Study. Zaino Tennis Courts originally

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Posted on December 3, 2025

Celebrate Simbang Gabi Dec. 17

FILIPINO ASSOCIATION OF LEISURE WORLD The Filipino Association of Leisure World (FALW) will celebrate the annual Simbang Gabi on Wednesday, Dec. 17, at 5 p.m. in Clubhouse 2. This event is a tradition for the coming of Jesus Christ. Filipinos all over the world celebrate this festivity for nine consecutive days before the birth of Christ on Dec. 25. Large Filipino communities will

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Celebrate Simbang Gabi Dec. 17

FILIPINO ASSOCIATION OF LEISURE WORLD The Filipino Association of Leisure World (FALW) will celebrate the annual Simbang Gabi on Wednesday, Dec. 17, at 5 p.m. in Clubhouse 2. This event is a tradition for the coming of Jesus Christ. Filipinos all over the world celebrate this festivity for nine consecutive days before the birth of Christ on Dec. 25. Large Filipino communities will

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Posted on December 3, 2025

Japanese American Club

The Japanese American Club of Leisure World will host a bus trip on Dec. 6. Passengers need to be at the Amphitheater parking lot at 9:30 a.m. to fill out liability papers. Phone calls will be made as a reminder to club members. The club’s Christmas party will be held Monday, Dec. 15, at 11 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 9. Membership forms need to be filled out, and membership dues will be $15 for

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Japanese American Club

The Japanese American Club of Leisure World will host a bus trip on Dec. 6. Passengers need to be at the Amphitheater parking lot at 9:30 a.m. to fill out liability papers. Phone calls will be made as a reminder to club members. The club’s Christmas party will be held Monday, Dec. 15, at 11 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 9. Membership forms need to be filled out, and membership dues will be $15 for

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Posted on December 3, 2025

Income subsidy pioneer to speak

LW CARES FUND Michael Tubbs, special advisor to California Gov. Gavin Newsom for economic mobility, will speak at the Leisure World Cares Fund’s meeting on Dec. 9 at 10:30 a.m. in the Clubhouse 3 Lobby. Tubbs came into prominence as the youngest mayor of any major city in American history when he became the mayor of Stockton at age 26. Among his accomplishments was pioneering the first

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Income subsidy pioneer to speak

LW CARES FUND Michael Tubbs, special advisor to California Gov. Gavin Newsom for economic mobility, will speak at the Leisure World Cares Fund’s meeting on Dec. 9 at 10:30 a.m. in the Clubhouse 3 Lobby. Tubbs came into prominence as the youngest mayor of any major city in American history when he became the mayor of Stockton at age 26. Among his accomplishments was pioneering the first

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Posted on December 3, 2025

LW Humanist Association

The LW Humanist Association will meet Sunday, Dec. 7, in Clubhouse 3, Room 1, at 10:30 a.m. Dave Silva will talk about memetics and how it affects human life and behavior. The Webster dictionary defines memetics as, “An element of a culture that may be passed on by non-genetic means. Specifically, by imitation.” The word was introduced in “The Selfish Gene” by Richard Dawkins, in

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LW Humanist Association

The LW Humanist Association will meet Sunday, Dec. 7, in Clubhouse 3, Room 1, at 10:30 a.m. Dave Silva will talk about memetics and how it affects human life and behavior. The Webster dictionary defines memetics as, “An element of a culture that may be passed on by non-genetic means. Specifically, by imitation.” The word was introduced in “The Selfish Gene” by Richard Dawkins, in

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Posted on December 3, 2025

Sign up for winter classes Dec. 9

OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE On Wednesday, Dec. 9, the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at California State University, Long Beach, will begin registration for its winter session. Classes will be held on campus, at satellite community locations, and online using Zoom. Over 90 classes, including 20 new ones, will be offered covering a wide variety of subjects including computer/tech

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Sign up for winter classes Dec. 9

OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE On Wednesday, Dec. 9, the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at California State University, Long Beach, will begin registration for its winter session. Classes will be held on campus, at satellite community locations, and online using Zoom. Over 90 classes, including 20 new ones, will be offered covering a wide variety of subjects including computer/tech

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Posted on December 3, 2025

Last donation event of the year will be on Dec. 13

GOLDEN AGE FOUNDATION The Golden Age Foundation (GAF) will host the final Salvation Army donation drive of the year on Saturday, Dec. 13, from 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. in the Amphitheater parking lot. This bimonthly event provides residents a convenient venue to drop off donations and save shareholders money since it cuts down on expensive haul-away costs for items that were previously disposed

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Last donation event of the year will be on Dec. 13

GOLDEN AGE FOUNDATION The Golden Age Foundation (GAF) will host the final Salvation Army donation drive of the year on Saturday, Dec. 13, from 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. in the Amphitheater parking lot. This bimonthly event provides residents a convenient venue to drop off donations and save shareholders money since it cuts down on expensive haul-away costs for items that were previously disposed

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Posted on December 3, 2025

Where We Live Club

The Where We Live Club congratulates and welcomes David Norvell, J.D., CMCA, AMS, PCAM, as Leisure World’s new executive director. The club was also pleased to welcome members of the Concerned Shareholders group to its meeting on Nov. 24. The discussion on the upcoming GRF Board elections was lively and productive. Together, the clubs explored strategies for identifying strong candidates, increasing

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Where We Live Club

The Where We Live Club congratulates and welcomes David Norvell, J.D., CMCA, AMS, PCAM, as Leisure World’s new executive director. The club was also pleased to welcome members of the Concerned Shareholders group to its meeting on Nov. 24. The discussion on the upcoming GRF Board elections was lively and productive. Together, the clubs explored strategies for identifying strong candidates, increasing

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Posted on December 3, 2025

Democratic Club

by Jane Brittingham LW contributor The Democratic Party of Orange County (DPOC) will host a holiday victory party and toy/food drive on Monday, Dec. 8, at 6 p.m. at the Los Lomas Community Center, 10 Federation Way, Irvine. open to Democrats only. RSVP for more information on the DPOC app. The LW Democratic Club encourages people to attend the LW Cares Fund’s meeting with guest speaker

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Democratic Club

by Jane Brittingham LW contributor The Democratic Party of Orange County (DPOC) will host a holiday victory party and toy/food drive on Monday, Dec. 8, at 6 p.m. at the Los Lomas Community Center, 10 Federation Way, Irvine. open to Democrats only. RSVP for more information on the DPOC app. The LW Democratic Club encourages people to attend the LW Cares Fund’s meeting with guest speaker

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Posted on December 3, 2025

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New guidelines will strengthen communication on major projects

New guidelines will strengthen communication on major projects

Pickleball Courts will be refurbished

Pickleball Courts will be refurbished

Celebrate Simbang Gabi Dec. 17

Celebrate Simbang Gabi Dec. 17

Japanese American Club

Japanese American Club

Income subsidy pioneer to speak

Income subsidy pioneer to speak

LW Humanist Association

LW Humanist Association

Sign up for winter classes Dec. 9

Sign up for winter classes Dec. 9

Last donation event of the year will be on Dec. 13

Last donation event of the year will be on Dec. 13

Where We Live Club

Where We Live Club

Democratic Club

Democratic Club

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