Hui O Hula, LW’s Hawaiian dance club meets, twice a week on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at 1. In class, dance lessons are offered to anyone who is interested and willing to give hula a try. The hui (group) is friendly and helpful to newcomers. Dancing is a healthy workout for the body and the mind, and a lot of fun. All, including men, are welcome. For class information call 562-4312242 or

COMMUNITY GARDENS Have you walked through the Community Gardens lately? The plots look amazing and smell of fresh produce. To join, visit the Leisure World website at www.lwsb.com. Find the Community tab, then choose Community Gardens Waitlist and complete the online form. Applicants will receive a letter from the Recreation Department with their assigned spot. For more information,

In February, the Community Karaoke Club celebrates romance during its weekly karaoke parties. On Feb. 5, Walt Bier and Tony Tupas sang a popular duet “To All the Girls I’ve Loved Before.” Joan Rosenberg liked the strong beat of “Love Song.” The haunting ballad “If Tomorrow Never Comes” was Barbie May’s choice. Don Sunday described love by singing “You’re My Everything.”

The Velvetones Ballroom Dance Orchestra will perform Sunday, Feb. 16, at 6 p.m. in Clubhouse 4. The Velvetones are Leisure World’s own professional big band, playing big band swing and jazz standards under the direction of Jeff Plum. The Velvetones perform monthly at Clubhouse 4 on the first and third Sunday evenings at 6 p.m. The band authentically recreates the style, musicality, and essence