GRF STAFFING by Ruth Osborn communications director The Golden Rain Foundation welcomed Dave Potter, CCAM, CMCA, AMS, as the executive manager of Mutual Services starting this week. He was brought on board to fill the position vacated by Mallorie Hall, who was senior director of Member Services. After a year of dedicated service to the GRF, Hall stepped down to pursue new opportunities.

I-405 IMPROVEMENT PROJECT Travelers on one of the nation’s busiest highways are about to see their drive improve as two new regular lanes and the 405 Express Lanes are expected to open to traffic Dec. 1, as part of the Orange County Transportation Authority’s I-405 Improvement Project. In advance of the opening, crews have begun testing the 405 Express Lanes. Testing requires closures

The final CINC Portal training sessions of this year will be held on Nov. 13-15 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Learning Center. People will learn how to use the portal, what information is available in the portal, how to download the Leisure World app on a mobile device, and how shareholders can register for an account. GRF transitioned to the software system earlier this year. The new system includes

Practicing gratitude has numerous mental and physical health benefits, and the season that celebrates thanksgiving is nearly upon us. The challenges brought by a world in turmoil weigh heavy at times, but the sun still shines. The LW Weekly would like to focus on all that makes this community great with a special Thanksgiving feature in the Nov. 23 issue. Residents are encouraged to send in

ANNUAL ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL The 53rd Annual Arts and Crafts Festival will be held Friday, Nov. 3, and Saturday, Nov. 4, in Clubhouse 2 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. The festival encourages the creative talents of Leisure Worlders, and people are invited to come out and support their fellow members. Last year, Pauline Breen (l) and Joni Williams sold glittering, hand-painted holiday ornaments. Emma