Leisure World’s best pool players recently convened for the 2024 summer straight pool season championships. The semi-final match-ups had Dave Silva defeating Steve Edrich 30-18 and Rusty Aquino advanced by outlasting Rufino Ramos (third place) 30-29. In the end it was two top players, Silva and Aquino, battling for the title in a game of skill and strategy. The final to 50 shots made was

On Oct. 9, The Officer’s Club of the LW Pool Club widened its Wednesday league lead to nine games by beating Pink Champagne 11-2. Steve Edrich and John Barth of The Officer’s Club each scored six points and won both their singles games. Teammate Connie Terry won five games in a big night for The Officer’s Club. With only four weeks left in the regular season, they will be hard to catch. However,

Thursday, Oct. 24: Domino’s Pizza at Clubhouse 6—Call ahead at 562-493-2212 for special orders, wings and salads; on site from 4-6 p.m. Cash and cards are accepted. Monday, Oct. 28: Berlin Truck at Clubhouse 6—Try gourmet sausages, grilled cheese and more from 4-6 p.m.; cards only. Tuesday, Oct. 29: Taco Tuesday at Clubhouse 6—Enjoy Mexican favorites, plus hot dogs, burgers and fries

SATURDAY MORNING DANCE CLASS There are two dance classes every Saturday morning in Clubhouse 6 (second floor). In October, the classes are salsa at 9 a.m., followed by merengue at 10. Each class is $7 per person. Class participants vote on new dance topics every month. Prior dance experience is not necessary and partners are not required. For more information, contact Howard Small at 516-659-3314.

This feature showcases original poems by LW residents. Send poems to emmad@lwsb.com. Poetry submissions will run as space allows. Life is Chocolate The countenance of life is varied. Amongst the many chunks of chocolate in See’s Candies, The milk chocolate especially catches my eye. All donning the same maroon attire and sitting deep, Like personae waiting to be called. Each

ARTS & CRAFTS The Ceramics, Art and Lapidary Clubs will hold an open house on Friday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in Clubhouse 4. Each club will have its instructors available to showcase what the clubs do and answer questions. People can meet club members, watch demonstrations of new equipment, get gift ideas and sign up for classes. Each club will announce its upcoming events and