Golden Rain Foundation committee and board meetings are open t LW residents. The following is a tentative schedule. Tues., Jan. 7 Facilities Committee Conference Room A..................10 a.m. Thurs., Jan. 9 Operations Committee Conference Room A..................10 a.m. Tues., Jan. 14 Member Services Committee Conference Room A..................10 a.m. Thurs., Jan. 16 Finance Committee Conference

period, the Community Gardens’ initial expense of $478,769.53 to clear the land, survey, soil test, and install a detailed irrigation grid comes to less than $20,000 per year—or one of the most affordable amenities in Leisure World. Again, this was a one-time only expense. The Community Gardens are available via lease arrangement to approximately 248 residents, about the same number of discrete

aiming to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs. By eliminating fixed routes and timetables, service will be streamlined, making it more responsive to residents’ needs. How the On-Call System Works Starting Monday, Jan. 6, residents will be able to request a ride by calling the new dedicated number: 562-472-1367. Riders will need to provide their location, either by sharing a specific

on businesses and disrupt public safety.” In addition to proactive patrols, the Seal Beach Police Department has embraced creative ways to deter crime and engage with the community through its social media campaign. With the slogan, “Don’t Steal in Seal,” the department highlights arrests and educates the public on the consequences of committing crimes in Seal Beach. These posts

EMERGENCY INFORMATION COUNCIL The Leisure World Emergency Information Council (EIC) will offer on-site American Heart Association certified CPR and first aid classes beginning Jan. 11. An important element in being self-sufficient and On Your Own during an emergency is having current life-saving knowledge and skills. The EIC has partnered with Marc Woodward, owner of Prime CPR Services, to

Celebrate the new year with The Woman’s Club of Leisure World at the first general meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 7, in Clubhouse 2. Doors will open at 1 p.m., meeting starts at 1:30. The club’s philanthropic organization this month is On The Day You Were Born. They arrange birthday celebrations for children who otherwise would not have a party. Representatives will attend and provide an overview of

The next Emergency Information Council (EIC) meeting will be Thursday, Jan. 9, at 1 p.m. in Building 5, Room B. Among the topics to be discussed will the next planned activities including speakers and the next vital document scanning event. New initiatives like on-site first aid and CPR training classes will also be reviewed. Other avenues to help the community better prepare for emergency disasters

The Leisure World Humanist Association will meet on Sunday, Jan. 5, in Clubhouse 3, Room 1, at 10:30 a.m. Dave Silva will give a PowerPoint presentation on prayer, and lead a discussion on how prayer is used in various religions and belief systems. Discussing prayer is one of the strongest social taboos in society. That fact provides a good reason humanists should discuss and analyze prayer.

GIVE WHERE YOU LIVE The Golden Age Foundation is a non-profit, charitable organization (tax ID #23-7273105) that has made a positive impact in the Leisure World community since 1973. Celebrate friends and family on special occasions by making a contribution in their names to the Golden Age Foundation. A gift will help those recognized share in the knowledge that they are helping provide