The Leisure World Library’s next AuthorSpeak event will be held Friday, June 6, at 11 a.m. in Veterans Plaza, located next to the library. Featured speaker Sheila Yasmin Marikar is the author of two novels, “The Goddess Effect” and “Friends in Napa.” The latter was released by Mindy Kaling’s Book Studio in April 2024. “Friends in Napa” follows Raj and Rachel, who have invited a

ART LEAGUE Leisure World artists interested in displaying their artwork at the “Art in Bloom” fine art exhibition, sponsored by Gasper Monteer Realty Group, must apply by email to ramayanbaba@msn.com no later than tomorrow, Friday, May 30. Accepted exhibitors may display up to three art pieces per category, in one or two categories. “Art in Bloom” will be the Art League’s first

The latest news about the Community Gardens is now online. Garden Buzz is available at lwsb.com under the “News” tab. There, people can find the latest news about the Community Gardens, read stories, learn gardening tips and share comments and suggestions. Residents are invited to start their summer gardening by signing up for a garden plot. Spots are available for lease. To join, visit the

Members of the Community Karaoke Club are kicking off the summer fun at its Wednesday Karaoke nights, held in Clubhouse 1 from 5:30-9:30 p.m. On May 21, Tim and Madeline Kilner chose “For Once in My Life.” Manuel Burgos captivated the audience with his powerful rendition of “It’s Magic.” The soothing voice of Elizabeth Butterfield sang “Yesterday Once More.” Sally Glausser shows

In Library Leads, LW Library staff highlight new additions to the collection that are worth checking out. “When We Were Real,” by Daryl Gregory Genre: Humor, Science Fiction A madcap adventure following two friends on a cross-country bus tour through the mind-boggling glitches in their simulated world as they grapple with love, family, secrets, and the very nature of reality in a simulation.