A university study suggests traveling boosts health and slows down aging. by Becky Vahedi LW contributor Anew university study suggests traveling boosts health and slows down aging. I find that encouraging as I am currently going through vacation withdrawal after returning from an 11 day comprehensive travel adventure through the beautiful country of Portugal. This was my third European

GRF BUS TRIP In honor of Veterans Day, the Recreation Department is conducting a GRF bus trip to tour the Battleship Iowa on Thursday, Nov. 7. The USS Iowa served in World War II, the Korean War, and the Cold War. The ship earned 11 battle stars, thousands of sailors have called the ship home, and five U.S. presidents have visited it. Tickets are $90 per person, which includes a docent-guided

The Oscar-winning movie “Green Book” will be screened Saturday, Oct. 19, at 1 p.m. in Clubhouse 4. People are encouraged to bring snacks, beverages, neighbors and friends to enjoy the complimentary show. The 2018 film, directed by Peter Farrell, is rated PG-13 and 2 hours and 10 minutes long. The plot, set in 1962, follows tough bouncer Frank “Tony Lip” Vallelonga as he searches for work

In Library Leads, Library staff highlight new additions to the library collection that are worth checking out. “The Frozen River” by Ariel Lawhon Genre: Historical Fiction Step back in time with this riveting historical mystery, inspired by the true story of 18th-century midwife Martha Ballard. When the untimely death of a man in 1789 is hastily ruled an accident, Martha’s instincts

National Friends of the Library week is Oct. 20-26. The Friends of the Leisure World Library runs the bookstore adjacent to the LW Library. The volunteer group supports the library financially to augment resources and sponsor cultural programs. Over 40 Leisure Worlders volunteer their time each month to process and sell the community’s generous donations of books and various household items.

GENEALOGY CLUB The Leisure World Genealogy Club will hold a general meeting Oct. 23 at 10 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 1. All residents are invited. Social hour begins at 9:30 a.m. with coffee, tea, and snacks. Genealogist Christine Cohen will present “Fishing in Every Pond: Cousin Baiting.” She will discuss the many ways to reach out to distant living cousins to help people expand their

The LW Art League met on Oct. 8 in Clubhouse 4. The guest artists were husband and wife duo John and Troy Palmer. The Palmers made Powerpoint presentation of their works. The two spent their careers building movie props for the entertainment industry, including some blockbuster movies. They also donated a 4-billion-year-old meteorite and a children’s book with Troy’s illustrations as the