A dedicated group of women is working diligently to assemble approximately 27,000 poppies this year for the American Legion Auxiliary in Leisure World. LWers will most likely see these hard working women around the community with handmade poppies for Poppy Day on May 26. All are encouraged to make a donation and wear their poppies proudly in support of veterans. Donations from the poppy drive will

The Filipino Association of Leisure World (FALW) announced its annual Veterans Picnic will be held on Saturday, July 1, at the Clubhouse 1 picnic area. The event is open for all U.S. veterans residing in Leisure World and their guests. It is a way for the FALW to express its gratitude to veterans for selfless service to a great nation. The Golden Age Foundation (GAF) donated $3,500 to the FALW

SUNSHINE CLUB Learn about Physical Proper ties Physical Property Manager Kevin Black will be the guest speaker at Sunshine Club’s meeting on Friday, May 19, in Clubhouse 3, Room 2, at 10 a.m. All residents are welcome to join. During the meeting, Black will help residents to understand his role in the community and the Physical Property Department. Black began his tenure with the

GAF In an effort to increase participation in the Ralphs Community Contribution Program, volunteers from the Golden Age Foundation will be available every Wednesday from 9-11 a.m. in the Hospitality Room in Clubhouse 6 to assist residents in signing up for the program or to answer any questions. The Ralphs Community Contribution Program is sponsored by its parent Kroger Grocery Stores and

GAF Over 200 Leisure World residents were treated to a selection of ice cream treats outside Clubhouse 2 by the Golden Age Foundation (GAF) on May 3. Novelty ice cream items were provided from the sliding service window of the brightly colored ice cream truck with many choices available. Standing outside the ice cream truck on that cool spring day was reminiscent of happy childhood memories

GAF’s First Focus In the early years, the primary focus of the GAF was to improve the health and well-being of Leisure World residents. It sponsored flu vaccine clinics, diabetic clinics and a smoking cessation clinic. To facilitate routine blood pressure screening for LW residents, the GAF purchased automated blood pressure machines for the onsite health center. The early board also provided