The year 2025 has been a series of firsts for the Leisure World art scene. On June 21, the Art League unveiled Art in Bloom, the community’s first juried art exhibition. The fete attracted hundreds of local art enthusiasts to experience original paintings, drawings, ceramics, quilts, jewelry, lapidary, weaving and mixed media pieces created by Leisure World residents. On Dec. 9, the league will

A merry mix of Christmas carols will fill Clubhouse 1 every Wednesday from 5:30-9:30 p.m. throughout December. All are welcome to join the Karaoke Club’s weekly karaoke nights for music, friendship, and festive cheer. On Nov. 26, the audience perked up as they welcomed newcomer Joyce Brannan, who treated everyone to a beautiful melody. William Young delivered a spirited rendition of “Gloria,”

Officer Duane Graham from the California Highway Patrol in Westminster will speak to the Sunshine Club about the Drive Safer, Drive Longer program on Friday, Dec. 5, at 10 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 2. The Drive Safer, Drive Longer program helps equip senior drivers with the necessary tools to remain safe and confident on the road. It will cover various topics ranging from California driving laws,

The Velvetones Ballroom Dance Orchestra will perform Sunday, Dec. 7, at 6 p.m. in Clubhouse 4, sponsored by GRF and Forest Lawn. Stop by Forest Lawn’s table for special giveaways. The Velvetones play at Clubhouse 4 on the first and third Sundays. Whether it be a well-known big band standard, contemporary jazz showcase, sentimental vocal ballad, or a hard swinging brass feature, the Velvetones