INDEPENDENCE DAY The GRF Recreation Department will host its annual Independence Day event with a classic car show, a Rollin’ Thunder Golf Cart Club parade, a craft club show, and a Roy Orbison tribute band on Thursday, July 4, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in Clubhouse 6 and the parking lot. The GRF Transportation Department will run a continuous shuttle to Clubhouse 6 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. from Clubhouse

There are two dance classes every Saturday morning in Clubhouse 6 (second floor). For June the classes are: cha-cha at 9 a.m., followed by American tango 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.

Thursday, June 6: Domino’s Pizza at Clubhouse 6—Call ahead to 562-493-2212 for special orders, wings and salads. The truck is on site from 3:30-7 p.m. Cash and cards are accepted. Monday, June 10: Berlin Truck at Clubhouse 6—Gourmet sausages, grilled cheese and more. See the menu at www. theberlintruck.com/menu/. On site from 4-6 p.m.; cards only. Tuesday, June 11: Taco Tuesday at

This feature showcases original poems by Leisure Worlders. United We Stand Parties, religions, race, identities we embrace; Separates and defines us, igniting conflicts pace; Good leaders find a compromise, wise hearts will lead to grace; This truth is no subjective, we are the human race; Do unto others, as others do for you; We only win together, not being red or blue; Hope’s a bridge that

Leisure World resident and retired physics/astronomy teacher Jim Johns gives PowerPoint presentations on astronomy and cosmology, on Friday mornings, at 10 a.m. via Zoom. Those interested should email him at jimpoiu@gmail.com or call 708-642-5461 for more information.

Coin club will meet June 12 The LW Coin Club will meet Wednesday, June 12, in Clubhouse 3, Room 2 at 1 p.m. Members can participate in door prizes, refreshments, coin auctions, coin club raffles, and group discussions regarding currency and coins. Refreshments provided. Leisure World residents can have coins evaluated at no cost. Last month’s meeting featured Ron Guth, a past president

The GRF Recreation Department will host a community swap meet on Saturday, June 15, in the Administration parking lot from 8 a.m.-noon. A variety of items will be sold, from gently used household items and tools to art work, antiques, collectibles, jewelry, pottery and crafts. For more information, contact recreation. department@lwsb.com or call 562-431-6586, ext. 2707.