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The GRF Minibus service will conduct a special evening bus tour to view holiday light displays in Leisure World.

Tours start at the Health Care Center at 5 p.m. Dec. 20-23 and 6:30 p.m. Dec. 20-22.

Seating is first-come, first-served. GRF Minibuses seat approximately 19 passengers.

At the conclusion of each tour, all passengers who need a ride will be taken home or to any other location inside Leisure World.

Masks are required to be worn by all passengers.

For information, contact Grant Winford at (562) 431-6586, ext. 372.

City of Seal Beach waste collection is being disrupted by a work stoppage amid labor contract talks at Republic Services.

The work stoppage will not affect Leisure World because its trash ser-vice is provided by CalMet Services Inc. CalMet provides a recycling pro-gram in addition to trash collection in LW.

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Bins were overflowing after scores of LW residents turned out for the annual Toys for Tots collection drive and dance Dec. 10 at Clubhouse 4. Santa (right), aka Phil Mandeville, liberally dispensed good cheer and was available for resident photo ops. LWers like Jackie Theis of Mutual 5 (middle) contributed a record number of toys, according to Recreation. And as soon as Vinyl Rock (bottom) started playing, the floor filled up with festive dancers. For more holiday pictures, see page 16.

Toys for Tots donations exceed last year’s totals

LW residents turned out in droves Dec. 10 to drop off Toys for Tots donations and dance the night away to the music of Vinyl Rock, a nine-member band that plays the best of classic rock, Motown and pop.

Before the band even began, Recreation Manager Thomas Fileto and Assistant Recre-ation Manager Kathy Thayer had to send out for more collection bins, as the ones on hand were overflowing with dolls, Play-Doh, Legos and balls.

“This is way more than last year,” said Fileto, as people kept coming with bags full of toys. Once inside, people enjoyed cookies and bever-ages served by the Theater Club elves and photo ops with Santa.

Soon, everyone was smiling, singing and swinging to “Pretty Women” and “Jingle Bell Rock” as the band played on in excellent style.

The show was sponsored by the GRF and co-sponsored by the U.S. Marines.

Ruth Osborn, photos

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Effective Wednesday, Dec. 15, masks are required for the interior use of all GRF Trust property.

This includes the Fitness Center, Table Tennis area, Woodshop, the LW Library, all clubhouses and all GRF offices.

This public safety action follows an order issued Dec. 13 by Gov. Gavin Newsom, which included Orange County.

The order comes amid signs of a winter surge in COVID-19, with the number of new coronavirus cases spiking by about 50 percent over the last two weeks.

The order will remain in effect until Jan. 15.

The GRF Board of Directors thanks you for spreading the word and for your cooperation in helping to keep our community safe.

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According to a city press release, Seal Beach and other Republic Services clients, including Huntington Beach, Anaheim, Fullerton and Placentia, have been impacted by an interruption in trash collection due to a labor dispute at Republic.

Sanitation workers represented by Teamsters Local 396 went on strike Dec. 9 during contract negotiations.

The City of Seal Beach stated that it is not involved in talks between Republic Services and its workers, but city officials are stressing the need for a swift resolution and contingency service.

The city was initially informed that the strike would not have any material impact and that trash service would resume fairly quickly.

Republic has since reported:• All commercial and industrial routes for solid waste, recycling

and organics have been delayed and will be rerouted for collec-tion next week.

• There is no timeline as to when regular trash services will resume.

• Republic is working to have increased crews attempt to provide service.

Republic has provided a 40-yard roll-off container to the city to assist with the collection of Public Works trash and critical customers needing immediate unloading.

Minimizing household waste is always a good idea and can be helpful:

• Avoid using disposable plates, cups and silverware.• Use refillable water bottles.• Use cloths instead of paper towels.• Reuse delivery boxes for wrapping Christmas gifts.• Put off major yard work.• Break down large boxes and bags with other paper goods.

The GRF Physical Property Department has begun renovat-ing the office in Building 5 that will soon house a new on-site collaboration team of social services, according to Member Resources and Assistance Liai-son Robann Arshat.

“We are looking to open up in the later part of January,” she said. “In the meantime, we are working diligently to help all our shareholder residents with any resource need that arises. The most important aspect of this liaison position is to connect people with viable resources.”

Among the many groups that will be based in LW to of-fer assistance is the Council on Aging—Southern California.

Work on the pool continued last week with the application of pool and spa tile, and rough plumbing and electrical in the bathrooms and mechanical room. Almost finished are piping for sprinkler valves for the planters and rough framing. The facility will boast a pool with five swimming lanes, a 30-by-30-foot activity area with a volleyball net, a 9-by-25-foot spa, new locker rooms and a lounge area in a reconfigured space to maximize potential. The pool was closed in November 2019 after a simple remodel turned into a complete redesign when infrastructure defects were uncovered.

Mutual and GRF directors gathered for the annual GRF Recognition Dinner on Dec. 4 in Clubhouse 4. Anthony and Doniele Bernasconi provided entertainment and a festive time was had by all.

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St. Hedwig Catholic Church will host Monsignor Quinn’s Annual Christmas Dinner for Those Alone on Christmas Day in person, from noon-3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 25.

A limited number of dinner reservations are available on a first-come-first-served basis. RSVP by Dec. 17 to (562) 387-3057. For more information, visit sainthedwigparish.org or contact the Parish office at (562) 296-9000.

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This nonprofit organization was founded in 1973 by Lois Ellis, Shirley Cohen and Ann Sousa. They, along with local civic lead-ers and skilled professionals, recognized a need to advocate and protect older adults. From that humble beginning came an extensive array of programs, most of which will soon be avail-able in LW.

The Council on Aging will help with a variety of programs at no cost. They include:

• Friendly Visitor Program: Trained volunteers will visit by telephone or in person with isolated, older and/or disabled adults.

• Reconnect: This program helps seniors with mental, emo-tional and other health barriers that aging can bring.

• Senior Protection and Fi-nancial Abuse Specialist Team: The service helps seniors recog-nize and guard against financial abuse, scams and fraud.

• Health Insurance Counsel-ing and Advocacy (HICAP): Volunteer experts help Medi-care beneficiaries understand their benefits so they can choose the best options. HICAP can

also provide advocacy when a senior’s health care benefits and rights are threatened or denied.

• The Concierge Care Navi-gators program is the newest program offered by the Council on Aging. Led by a registered nurse and gerontologist team, it creates a personalized care plan of medical and non-medical goals that is accessible online to all family members who want to be involved with their loved one’s care. The three concierge care plans, which are provided for a fee, focus on wellness, crisis prevention and keeping seniors safe at home for as long as possible.

All of these programs from the Council on Aging offer sup-portive social structure from trained volunteers who can identify clients’ unmet needs and provide ongoing assistance.

The Council’s mission is “promoting the independence, health and dignity of older adults through compassion, education and advocacy.” This trusted organization provides unbiased information, pro-grams and services to all of Orange County.

MEMBER RESOURCES

Office renovation for on-site social services under way

The LW Library is open Monday-Saturday from 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. People can bring their own devices or browse shelves for reading material, sit down and relax in air-conditioned comfort.

Four computers are available with no appointments required.

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by Eloy Gomezsafety/emergency coordinator

Can you imagine surviving a disaster like Katrina in 2005 with little or no help from first responders for days after the disaster?

Yes, you can survive natu-ral and man-made disasters, especially if you learn how to respond to the unexpected emergency.

The Leisure World Commu-nity Emergency Response Team (CERT) is inviting residents to learn how to help themselves and others in the community after a disaster.

The CERT program educates people about disaster prepared-ness for hazards that may impact their area and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization,

Time folds accordion-like—Every year another crease.Life swells, compresses,Let the music never cease.

—Fred Wind, “Birthday Sonnet”

by Ruth [email protected]

Words have been the com-pass of Fred Wind’s travels, mapping family life, work life and, now, LW life.

He is a family man, an au-thor, a teacher and, for 13 years, presided over the Creative Writ-ers’ Club, one of LW’s oldest and more venerable groups.

His super power is the ability to tell stories that capture life in all its up-and-down adventure and teach others how to map their own word journeys.

He’s been a channel of en-couragement to scores of fel-low LWers through the years, teaching people about effective storytelling. His own work is funny and charming, ranging from a family history to a collec-tion of stories inspired by—and dedicated to—the residents of LW. It’s called “Hilarious Tales of Leisure World.”

His work also includes two volumes of poetry, “The Queen of Holland and Other Poems” and “From Minutes to Decades: Poems.”

and disaster medical operations. Using the training learned in

the classroom and during exer-cises, CERT members can assist others in their neighborhood or workplace following an event when professional responders are not immediately available to help.

CERT members also are en-couraged to support emergency response agencies by taking a more active role in emergency preparedness projects in their communities.

The first in-person training since the pandemic began and first ever evening training is set to begin in two weeks.

It will be held every Tues-day and Thursday in January and February from 6-8 p.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 1.

Students must attend all class dates listed to become CERT certified.

The dates are as follows:• Tuesdays, Jan. 4, 11, 18

and 25• Thursdays, Jan. 6, 13, 20,

and 27• Tuesdays, Feb. 1, 8, 15,

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and 24 To register for this impor-

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The Copy and Supply Center in Building 5 offers copy, notary and passport photo services for a nominal fee. Copy service costs 13 cents per color page; 8 cents, black-and-white; passport photos, $10 for two photos; and notary, $15 per signature (by appointment).

Longtime Creative Writers’ president credits club with fostering connection

Fred Wind

In fact, LW poets can thank him for their platform in the LW Weekly. He was instrumental in initiating space dedicated to printing verse and rhyme in the paper.

Fred was born in 1942 and grew up on a farm in Friesland, the northernmost province of Holland. He was one of nine children. The house and barn were under one roof, and there was no electricity, so no TV, no radio. The farm included 18 cows, which were milked by hand twice a day.

In 1953, the Winds immi-grated to Los Angeles County, where they continued to dairy farm. He met and married Wilma, and the couple had four children, starting with Henry,

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Disaster prep classes will begin in January

This is one of the most recent groups to graduate from CERT training classes.

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The GRF Service Maintenance crew that is nearly finished with renovating the Sewing Room in Clubhouse 3 sends a cheerful “Happy Holidays” to residents. A grand opening is being planned for early next year, when the room is expected to be completed.

Letters to the EditorEditor:

I find so many informative articles in the LW news very help-ful. When I found this article (on how to use closed captioning) last week, I was so grateful because I am not real computer-and-television handy, but this was written so clearly that I was able to turn on closed captions on the first attempt. Thank you, Leisure World Weekly.

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Editor:I would like to express my appreciation to all the Leisure World

residents who take the time, effort and expense to decorate their homes for the holiday season.

It is so uplifting to walk around the different Mutuals and see festive decorations everywhere. You bring cheer to our community with all the bright lights and displays.

Thank you for bringing smiles to our faces and warmth in our hearts. Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all!

Joanne LocnikarMutual 8

Editor:Job well done! Thanks, Randy.

Stevin CohenMutual 14

Editor:A recent yuletide shopping spree in Seal Beach was delightful.

Enthusiastic shoppers, colorful decorations and the joyful Christ-mas caroling make the season bright.

My friend and I decided to shop in Seal Beach and discovered lovely sweaters, tops, dresses and jewelry. We had fun selecting from the array of offerings.

The holiday atmosphere made everything more fun. Stores had long lines and restaurants were jammed, but everyone was patient. Business is booming.

Glad tidings to everyone.Lisa A. Dickson

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Tentative GRF Board of Directors Monthly Meeting Agenda

Tuesday, Dec. 21, 10 a.m.Clubhouse 4 and via Livestream

To view the live GRF Board meeting, go to www.lwsb.com. The tab will be active at 9:45 a.m. on the day of the meeting. The live streaming uses YouTube live and terminates at the close of the meeting. 1. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance 2. Roll Call 3. President’s Announcements4. Seal Beach City Council Member’s Update5. Shareholder/Member Comments

Note: Foundation Shareholders/Members are permitted to make comments before the meeting business of the Board begins. The Open Meeting Act allows boards of directors to establish reason-able time limits for the open forum and for speakers to address the board. (Civ. Code §4925(b).)

6. Consent Calendara. Committee/Board meetings for November

i. Minutes of the Recreation Committee, Nov. 1 ii. Minutes of the Physical Property Committee, Nov. 3iii. Minutes of the GRF Administration Committee, Nov. 4

b. Minutes of the GRF Board of Directors meeting, Nov. 23 c. December GRF Board Report, dated Dec. 23d. Accept Financial Statements for Audit, November

7. Ad Hoc Reports a. Governing Document Ad Hoc Committeeb. Management Services and Contract Ad Hoc Committeec. Strategic Planning Ad Hoc Committeed. Website Ad Hoc Committee

8. New Business a. General

i. Face Masksii. Workers’ Compensation Policy Renewal

b. Finance Committeec. GRF Administration Committee

i. Capital Funding Request—Emergency Supplyii. Approval for Background Screening Serviceiii. Amend Policy 30-5092-3, BOD Censure Procedure

d. Physical Property Committeei. Reserve Funding Request—HVAC in Clubhouse 6, Upstairsii. Capital Funding Request—Aquatic Center

e. Recreation Committeei. FINAL VOTE: Amend Policy 70-1429.02-1, Golf Course Rules

f. Security, Bus & Traffic Committeei. Capital Funding Request—Speed Cushions

9. Board Member Comments10. Next Meeting

The next regular GRF Board of Directors meeting is scheduled for Jan. 25 in Clubhouse 4 and via Zoom.

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GOVERNMENTGRF Meetings Golden Rain Foundation committee and board meetings are open to Leisure World residents. The following is a tentative schedule.

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GRF trust streets are swept on the fourth Thursday of the month. Parked vehicles must be removed from trust streets before midnight the night be-fore. Contact Mutual directors to find out when your carports are scheduled for sweeping.

The Radio Club provides an opportunity for a Family Radio Service (FRS) practice drill every Wednesday morning. Anyone who has an FRS radio is invited to participate.

The call-in time is from 9:30-9:45 a.m. on Channel 13/0.

Be sure to wait until the radio is clear, then press the side button before stating your first name, last name initial and Mutual number. Release when finished.

For more information or instruction on the use of the FRS radio, contact Leisure World Radio Club President Rich Er-ickson at [email protected], or call (562) 431-6586, ext. 409, to leave a message.

Mutual Meetings Mutual residents are invited to attend the open meetings of their mutual boards (schedule subject to change). Thurs., Dec. 16 Mutual 11 Conference Rm B/virtual ......... 1:30 p.m.Mon., Dec. 20 Mutual 15 Conference Rm A/virtual ..............1 p.m.Tues., Dec. 21 Mutual 14 Conference Rm B/virtual ...............1 p.m.Mon., Dec. 27 Mutual 8 (open forum, 9:15 a.m.) Conference Rm A/virtual .........9:30 a.m.Tues., Jan. 4 Mutual 17 Conference Rm A/virtual ..........1:30 p.m.

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The world is full of people in need year-round, and no time is that more apparent than dur-ing the holiday season. Submit information about ways to give back to the community or your fa-vorite charity (email preferred) at [email protected]. Include the name of the charity and its contact information, plus your name and Mutual number.

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Lynne Lafleur, Mutual 6• Helping the HomelessFill Trader Joe’s paper bags

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born in 1965, and Raymond, born in 1967. Then, after a 12-year gap, Maria and Sarah were born.

For 40 years, Fred taught grammar and writing to high school and elementary school scholars. Upon retirement, he and Wilma moved into Mutual 12 in 2005.

He first joined the Theater Club and started writing variety shows, and then he moved to the Creative Writers’ Club. It was a perfect fit. He was president of the board from 2008-2021, stepping down just last month.

“There are always people who have the impulse to write,” said Fred. “This club encourages them by giving them an audi-ence. Just about everyone has a book in their bedside drawer, waiting to be finished, but no one to listen to it. The club is a venue where people can com-ment on others’ work.” And that includes any genre, including poetry and non-fiction.

The club meets once a month. Feedback is upon re-quest, so it’s a safe place for all manner of writers, from the novice to the most expert.

“Most people, true to human

nature, like positive comments more than negative ones,” said Fred. “But everything is gently critiqued.”

As he got older, he found more pleasure in helping others find their voice. In one memo-rable example, a woman came to him asking for advice, admitting she did not know how to start.

“I asked her to write a specific experience from her life,” and she came back with a short story about a family trip that veered off track, ending up with them being stuck on a remote road overnight in a snowstorm.

“I told her to take the story and to change every ‘I’ to ‘she.’ She did that, and voila, a short story was born,” said Fred. “I love encouraging people, and I like to be around creative people.”

So the Creative Writers’ Club is a win-win for Fred, who credits it with enriching his LW

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Charitable Giving in LW

In anticipation of upcom-ing storms, the City of Seal Beach Marine Safety Depart-ment, Public Works Depart-ment and Police Department will be monitoring conditions throughout the winter season and will respond appropriately as issues arise.

Residents are encouraged to monitor the surf and weather conditions and take steps to protect themselves and their property.

• People in flood-prone areas should have pre-filled sandbags available for immediate use.

• If possible, park cars in such a way as to protect the engine and electronics.

• Wait to drive in areas with flooding until floodwaters recede.

Driving on flooded streets causes wakes to form (even at fairly low speeds) and pushes water up onto parked cars and into garages.

• Monitor the Seal Beach Police Department social media outlets (Facebook, Instagram and Twitter) for information updates.

• If you see fallen trees or tree branches, call Security or the Seal Beach Police Department non-emergency line at (562) 594-7232.

The North Orange Continuing Education (NOCE) Choir & Tone Chime performed a holiday concert Dec. 13 in the lobby of Clubhouse 3. The audience enjoyed choral singing featuring beautiful soprano, alto, tenor and bass parts singing in harmony. The concert included holiday music and the Tone Chime Choir.

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years. He has advice for newcomers

here: “Find a club or group that nurtures your spirit, something of interest, and if there isn’t a club for you, start one.

“The important thing is re-lationship to people. That’s the wonderful thing that old age gives us, a level playing field. We are all faced with mortality and vulnerability. That gives us a certain humility with each other. Joining clubs builds bridges that lead to great relationships. We need friends.”

The Creative Writers’ Club survived the COVID-19 shut-down and is emerging with a new board of directors to shepherd it through its next chapter.

Of course, Fred will still be a member because, as every writer knows, the act of putting pen to paper is a compelling voyage into the unknown and, like the ocean is to a sailor, the stuff of life itself.

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Thursday, Dec. 16: Hawaiian chicken with pineapple, brown rice and Oriental vegetables; applesauce; ham, turkey and cheese sandwich, with lettuce, tomato and pickle, plus Asian coleslaw.

Friday, Dec. 17: Roast beef with mushroom gravy, garlic-and-chive mashed potatoes, and mixed vegetables; cake; taco salad, with shredded chicken, diced tomato, corn, black beans, cheese, cilantro and salsa dressing, plus crackers.

Monday, Dec. 20: Herb-roasted chicken leg and thigh, oven-browned potatoes, and seasoned carrots; peaches; tuna salad sandwich, with spinach and tomato, plus homemade macaroni salad.

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Wednesday, Dec. 22: Salsbury steak with mushroom gravy, garlic-and-chive mashed potatoes, and mixed vegetables; apple pie; ham, turkey and cheese sandwich, with lettuce, tomato and pickle, plus homemade potato salad.

The Leisure Bikers were invited by the Rossmoor Bike Club to a fun harbor cruise in Newport Beach. Join the group on Sundays (includes breakfast), Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the North Gate at 9 a.m. for a healthy ride. Helmets and safe shoes are required. Call Mary Romero at (562) 810-4266 for more details.

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Caregiver burnout is a seri-ous concern. It affects people in different ways: They might become very impatient, over-whelmed by anxiety or hopeless-ness, or they may feel isolated because they’re not seeing family or friends as much. They may also feel constantly tired. Maybe they gain or lose weight without trying. And sleep is a whole different challenge.

But they aren’t alone. According to Pew Research Center, there are more than 40 million adults caring for someone. Although 88 per-cent of them feel caregiving is rewarding, nearly one-third

also feel it’s stressful. Caring for someone else

means caring for oneself, too. If a caregiver is starting to feel burnt out, they should remember the ABCs of caregiving:

Ask for help. No one can do it all on his or her own, nor should anyone. If a friend loves to cook, they can see if that per-son is willing to make a few extra dinners for them and their loved ones. If a neighbor gets groceries every Monday, a caregiver can ask if he or she can pick some up for them, too—and be sure to pay the neighbor back.

Be honest. A caregiver’s loved one depends on them for a lot, and that can feel like a lot for them. Caregivers should let loved ones know if they’re feel-

ing overwhelmed. If they need a friend or family member to help, they can have a conversation with the person receiving care and find someone both can trust while the caregiver takes some time for his- or herself.

Care for oneself. Taking medications, eating well, exer-cising—these are all important for not only those receiving care, but also those giving care. That includes taking some “me time.” Caregivers should take breaks to watch a favorite movie, read a new book, take a long bath—whatever helps them relax and unwind.

By following these ABCs, caregivers can hopefully focus on the meaningful aspects of what they do and reduce stress.

Caring for someone else can be both rewarding and stressful.

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RELIGION

Seal Beach Center for Spiritual LivingThe Seal Beach Center for

Spiritual Living’s Winter Holi-days and Solstice Taizé Celebra-tion of Light will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 21, at 6:30 p.m. at the Seal Beach Center for Spiritual Living, 500 Marina Drive, Seal Beach.

This will be a solemn candle-light service honoring many cultural and faith traditions, as well as the Winter Solstice and the seasonal coming of the light.

The evening will feature

First Christian Church of Leisure World teaches from God’s word, the Holy Bible, verse by verse. It is a friendly church that welcomes all visitors.

Services Saturday and Sunday ser-

vices have the same message by Pastor Bruce Humes.

Sunday is a traditional service, with hymnal music provided by Pat Kogok at the piano from 9:30-10:45 a.m. Christmas carols will be sung throughout December, and Iris Munchie will sing “A Hallelujah Christmas” this Sunday.

The Saturday service is contemporary, with Gregory Black leading in worship and guitar accompaniment from 9:30-10:45 a.m.

Friday prayer meetings are from 6-7 p.m.

The weekly Bible study led by Jack Frost is on Wednesday mornings from 9:30-10:30. They are open to all interested.

The Message 1 Thessalonians 2:13 says,

“For this reason we also thank God without ceasing, because

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when you received the word of God which you heard from us, you welcomed it not as the word of men, but as it is in truth, the word of God, which also effec-tively works in you who believe.”

These believers received not the words of man, but the words of God, and as such it was the truth. The truth of God’s word is effective in the lives of believ-ers, and it changed their lives in such a way that they turned from worshipping their idols to worshipping the one and only creator God. They put all their trust in the Lord Jesus Christ.

God’s word has the power to change and transform anyone’s life who will seek him. In the Gospel of Luke, Jesus tells us in 11:10, “For everyone who asks receives, and he who seeks finds, and to him who knocks it will be opened.” Those are promises from Jesus himself.

Scripture of the WeekThis prophetic word came

through the prophet Isaiah, who lived at least 700 years before the birth of Christ.

“For a child will be born to

us, a son will be given to us: And the government will rest on his shoulders; And his name will be called wonderful counselor, mighty God, eternal father, prince of peace” (Isaiah 9:6).

Announcements Those who want to speak to

someone at the church or have a need can call (562) 431-8810 and leave a message.

Taizé and holiday music, medi-tative readings, and time for deep contemplative connection. A sacred candlelight ritual will also highlight the occasion. All community members, friends and family are welcome to at-tend. Light refreshments will be served afterward.

Pre-registration is encour-aged by visiting the church website at www.sbcsl.org or by contacting the office at (562) 598-3325. Tickets cost $20.

Congregation SholomCongregation Sholom will

host hybrid services in Club-house 3, Room 9, and on Zoom on Friday, Dec. 17, at 6:30 p.m. with Rabbi Eric Dangott and Saturday, Dec. 18, at 9:30 a.m. with Rabbi Mymon.

New members who want to watch the livestream should contact Jeff Sacks by texting (714) 642-0122 or emailing [email protected]. The link will have the meeting ID and password embedded. Those who want more details or need to practice can call Jeff ahead of time. The phone number to call for those who do not have In-ternet service is (669) 900-9128.

To join the Zoom meeting,

go to https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3752519429?pwd=UDREWTA1N21jaXVUZUhyQmY1U01JQT09. The meeting ID is 375 251 9429, and the passcode is 8ZYy69.

The walking group meets Mondays and Wednesdays at 6 p.m. at Clubhouse 3, Bus Stop A.

Those who need to be added or removed from the mishe-berach list should let Darlene Rose know by Wednesday at (562) 347-8088. Contact Jeff to participate in games, the book club or livestream services.

Anyone who wants to join the congregation should call Howard Brass at (562) 794-9090.

Faith Christian AssemblyThere are many studies that reveal the sad fact that many seniors

are plagued by loneliness, especially during the holidays. Faith Christian Assembly is a welcoming place that has many people who are excited to welcome new people.

To learn about events and meetings at Faith Christian Assem-bly, visit the website at www.fcachurch.net or the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/fcachurch or call (562)598-9010.

People can start their week off right by worshiping God and enjoying a powerful message from Pastor Sheri Leming at the 10:30 a.m. service on Sunday as well as the celebration service at 5:30 p.m.

Those who need prayer or want to join Faith Christian Assembly in prayer to touch God’s heart for needs near and far can come early for the pre-service prayer on Sunday at 5 p.m.

The midweek Bible Study happens every Wednesday at 7 p.m. The men’s and women’s groups will start meeting again in Febru-ary after a January hiatus.

To receive a free newsletter or for more information on the church, call (562) 598-9010, email [email protected] or visit the website at www.FCAchurch.net.

Beit HaLevAll livestream Shabbat

services, both evening and morning, will begin 30 minutes earlier than usual. Services for Erev Shabbat will now begin at 5:30 p.m. and Saturday morn-ing services start at 10.

Beit HaLev will have live, in-person services beginning in January in Clubhouse 3, Room 4. Masks are required to attend. There will be complimentary Beit HaLev masks available.

Beit HaLev livestream ser-vices are on Facebook.com/galityomtov and Zoom. To join the Zoomagogue community, go to https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9152434704?pwd=THJGTE1OUXI5VXFDTWtuZHF4K3VxUT09. The meeting ID is 915 243 4704, and the passcode is RavGalit.

The Torah reading this week is “Vay’chi,” “and he lived,” from Genesis 49:27-50:26. As Jacob Avinu reaches the end of his life, he gathers his children and grandchildren around his bedside and bestows on each of his progeny a blessing. The sons and grandchildren of Jacob are to become the 12 tribes of Israel. Each blessing contains within it a rebuke and a prophecy. Jacob then asks that his bones be buried next to his wife and ancestors in the Cave of Machpelah in Canaan. Following the burial, Joseph and his brothers return to Egypt, and at the end of the reading, as Joseph’s life is about to end, he asks that his bones also be taken to the land of his ancestors to be buried. This chapter ends the Book of Genesis, “Chazak!”

All Beit HaLev services use special prayerbooks, “Lev L’Lev,” which include excerpts from the Reform Siddur, “Mishkan HaT’filah.” Printed versions of the prayerbooks will be available for sale when Beit HaLev resumes live, in-person services.

Beit HaLev and Rabbi Galit-Shirah are a part of the Union of Jewish Universalist Clergy and Communities. It is progressive in thought and traditional in liturgy. The services are joyous, mean-ingful and musical. Beit HaLev welcomes everyone who seeks a path to the divine and does not believe in labels. It considers all religions holy and valid.

To request a membership form for Beit HaLev, call Rabbi Galit-Shirah at (562) 715-0888 or email her at [email protected].

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LW BaptistLW Baptist Church’s service

is on Sunday, Dec. 19, in Club-house 4 at 10 a.m. This week’s service celebrates the savior’s birth, God’s most precious gift to the world, recorded in Luke 2. God arranged presentation and registration of his most precious gift, then put the gift under the tree, brought his children to see and receive the gift, and watched them respond to their gift. Christmas carols will be part of the service.

Sunday school precedes worship at 9:15. Men’s Bible Study is at 10 a.m. on Monday. For more information, call (562) 430-8598.

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Redeemer LutheranRedeemer Lutheran has set up its nativity scene for all to see.

“Our Souls Proclaim the Greatness of the Lord” is Pastor Lisa Rotchford’s sermon title for worship on Sunday, Dec. 19.

The main service is held inside the stained-glass sanctu-

ary at 13564 St. Andrews Drive at 10:30 a.m. Organist Sharon Heck will share the Advent and Christmas hymns, while the Advent candle is completed with the fourth light of love.

Holy Family Catholic ChurchHoly Family Catholic Church, 13900 Church Place, next to the

St. Andrews Gate, will observe the Fourth Sunday of Advent on Dec. 19. The first reading is from Micah 5:1-4a, and the second reading is from Hebrews 10:5-10. The Gospel reading is from Luke 1:39-45.

Merry Christmas from Holy Family ChurchDear Saints Alive of Holy Family Church,As the Christmas celebration approaches, I write to wish you

a joyous Christmas and a blessed New Year, and to inform you of the special Advent-Christmas schedule.

The Season of Advent starts with a beautiful day of retreat and outdoor Nativity scene decoration. Joyful celebrations of the im-maculate conception and Our Lady of Guadalupe follow. In the remaining days of the Advent Season, take time to attend Holy Family’s daily Mass and other scheduled celebrations, especially the Novena of Masses in preparation for Christmas. Holy Family will continue to offer more opportunities for the Sacrament of Penance.

Christmas is special this year because it falls on a Saturday, so the next day celebrate our church’s Feast Day—The Holy Family. This feast marks the 60th anniversary as a mission church.

The children’s choir will help celebrate Christmas Eve and HOLY FAMILY, page 12

Assembly of GodIn “Romeo and Juliet,” Wil-

liam Shakespeare asks, “What’s in a name?” He goes on to say “A rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” But believers know that names are important, not to be given without great consideration. Children are named carefully and thought-fully, so as not to link them with wicked or unpleasant people

or events. Would the scent of a rose truly be perceived as sweet if it were called a skunk flower?

A passage of Scripture that illustrates a glorious consis-tency between name, character and purpose is Isaiah 9:6-7. In these two brief verses in the NLT version, the breadth of Jesus’ role and purpose as the Messiah is proclaimed.

Pastor Chuck Franco will bring his message, “Jesus the Messiah,” on Sunday, Dec. 19, at 10:30 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 2, as Assembly of God continues to prepare for Christmas with Christ at the center of the celebration. The name above every name brings restoration, joy, hope and

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In order to care for one another’s safety, Redeemer Lutheran continues to fol-low healthcare guidelines by wearing masks and socially distancing.

Holy Family’s parish family worked together to complete this nativity scene.

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Thank you for the support you have shown to our precious faith community. You have been more than generous during these hard times. May God pour abundant blessings upon you and all your loved ones.

In the Christ Child and Our Blessed Mother,Rev. Joseph Son Nguyen and retired priests Rev. Juan Caboboy

and Rev. Jim HartnettChristmas Schedule

Friday, Dec. 24: Children’s Choir Concert at 4 p.m.; Christmas Eve Mass at 4:30 and 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 25: . Christmas Day Mass at 8 a.m.; Christmas Day Mass with the Children’s Choir at 10 a.m. There will be no confessions on Christmas. Saturday Vigil Mass at 5 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 26: Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph at 8 a.m.; Sunday Mass at 10 a.m. and noon.

MassesTo receive a copy of the weekly parish bulletin, sign up at https://

ebulletin.jspaluch.com or https://www.jspaluch.com/Subscribe. Visit the website for more information at www.holyfamilysb.com.

The church is operating at its regular Mass schedule. Father Joseph Son Nguyen suggests that people wear masks while inside the church. Saturday (Vigil Mass) is at 5 p.m., and Sunday Masses are at 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and noon. Weekday Masses are Monday-Saturday at 8:30 a.m., and confessions are on Saturdays from 4-4:45 p.m.

Buddha CircleBuddha Circle’s meditation drop-in sessions meet via Zoom

every Tuesday and Saturday from 10-11:30 a.m. Each session will include guided meditations and instruction on simple meditation techniques that, when practiced regularly, can reduce unnecessary suffering and improve general health and happiness. All experience levels are welcome, and questions are encouraged.

The sessions will be led by Bill Conn, an experienced meditation practitioner and teacher. He has been trained at UCLA’s Mindful Awareness Research Center and is a Unified Mindfulness Level 2 Coach.

Those who are interested in joining can email Conn at [email protected] to be added to the Zoom meeting. To receive more information, call (714) 468-6887.

Community Church’s nativity scene is out on display.

Community ChurchLast week, Community

Church looked at what it means to be planted in darkness. This entire year, which begins with the Christian season of Advent, looks at how believers grow.

Community Church will look at the first hints of new life springing forth as the baby John the Baptist is leaping and kicking in Elizabeth’s womb.

Pastor Johan Dodge has been using the metaphor of seeds planted in darkness be-cause this has seemed like such a time of darkness. But the truth is, even if the world was not liv-ing in a pandemic, this would still be a time of transition.

Community Church has been pleased to welcome many new people into worship over the last several weeks, many of whom have moved into Leisure World in the midst of the pandemic.

Life at every stage is about letting go of what was and embracing what now is. Some-times that is easy and enjoyable and other times it is burden-some and worrying; through it all, people continue to grow and transition.

Those who find themselves at a new transition point and are looking for some support to continue their growth can join Community Church for

worship.Community Church has a

new heating and air system with filtration and rapid air exchange to make in-person worship safer. Masks must be worn to attend in person worship.

People can watch the ser-vice on Facebook @commu-nitychurchleisureworld. Those who don’t have Facebook can call the church office or email [email protected] for the Zoom link.

Those who are in need with-out another way to address that need can call the church office to leave a message at (562) 431-2503.

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A Christmas-themed hymn sign will be held on Sunday at 6 p.m., in the Clubhouse 3 Lobby. All Leisure World residents and friends are welcome to enjoy fellowship with cookies and coffee following the hymn sing.

Bible study is held on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 2. This week is session 4 of the series “Kingdom Heroes,” by Tony Evans, which is a study highlighting the people listed in the “Hall of Faith” in Hebrews, Chapter 11.

More information about Leisure World Assembly of God can be found at lwassemblyofgod.com. Those who want prayer, personal contact from a pastor, or a DVD of the Sunday morning sermon can contact Pastors Chuck and Sheryl Franco by calling (562) 357-4360 or emailing [email protected]. Pastor Chuck’s sermons can be accessed on Facebook (Chuck Franco) and the Faithlife app under the group “Leisure World Assembly of God,” where people can also give online.

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Holiday party will be held on Friday, Dec. 17, in CH 3, Room 2

The Sunshine Club will end the year with a party on Dec. 17 and returns to meeting via Zoom in January.

The Sunshine Club will hold its second in-person gathering of the year this Friday, Dec. 17, at 10 a.m., in celebration of the club’s 10 -ear anniversary. The gathering will be held at Clubhouse 3, Room 2, for those who have RSVP’ed, with catered Japanese foods from the local restaurant Kampai and dessert donated by members.

Tickets to the holiday party are sold out. Due to the staff short-age from the restaurant, only 50 members were allowed to sign up.

After a brief catch-up session on community affairs, with time for questions and answers. Sunshine Club members will enjoy social time over teriyaki chicken, mixed tempura, salad and rice in individualized boxes in an effort to adhere to safe practices regarding COVID-19.

Each person who attends will leave with a group photo of all the members as a souvenir.

Over the course of this year, the Sunshine Club invited many community leaders and administrative supervisors. Each guest speaker provided residents with educational and beneficial in-formation.

The club will resume Zoom meetings in January and will evalu-ate each month whether it is safe to meet in person. The club doesn’t charge the membership fees and welcomes new members.

The Sunshine Club is taking a break after the holiday party so members will have time with family and friends over the holidays.

The club will have the first meeting on Jan. 14, and will wel-come Director of the GRF Security Department, Victor Rocha.

Where We Live ClubLWers are welcome to join

the next Where We Live Club meeting on Monday, Dec. 20, at 4 p.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 2. The meeting provides an op-portunity to come together to influence the future direction of the LW community. Many residents have expressed an interest in exploring the benefit of professional management. LWers are invited to bring ideas and work together to save money and improve retirement living.

Y Service ClubThe Y Service Club sells

MiraFiber Cloths to raise funds to send kids to camp. A great fit idea for the holi-days, the MiraFiber Cloths, plus water, will clean any surface without chemicals. They are guaranteed to last a long time, if directions are followed . The cost is $6 each or five for $25.

For more information, call Glenna Hoff at (562) 296-5040.

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Erika Akiyama (left, yellow sweater) celebrated her retirement with the Mutual 4 Mahjong group. She worked 19 years as a office worker. Now, she’s happy because she can play Mahjong up to three times a week.

Celebrating a Birthday, Anniversary or Retirement?Let the LW Weekly celebrate with you. Email submissions and high resolution jpgs

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Retirement PartyDemocratic Clubby Mary LarsonLw contributor

Democratic Club leaders are concerned about organizing now underway for a number of proposed recall elections and proposi-tions for the 2022 ballots.

To date, the only statewide proposition that has qualified for the November ballot is one challenging a 2020 law prohibiting the retail sale of certain flavored tobacco products. However, Califor-nians may also be asked to vote on a number of issues such as if taxpayers should fund parochial (i.e., religious) and other private schools and if taxpayers have a right to medical freedom (i.e., a right to not be vaccinated, not to wear a mask, etc.).

The primary backer of a proposed ballot measure that would establish a program to allow state tax money to be diverted to students attending non-public schools is David Welch. He is a wealthy Silicon Valley entrepreneur and founder of an organiza-tion called Students Matter.

The measure, titled “Constitutional Right to a High-Quality Education Act,” would amend the Constitution to authorize the program and exempt it from the sections prohibiting funding for private schools and religious organizations. Backers have been quoted as saying they hope language in the measure will make it easier to challenge teacher tenure and other laws. A similar measure was defeated in the Legislature earlier this year.

William Koski, founder and director of Stanford Law School’s Youth and Education Law Project, has expressed his concern. “At first blush, the initiative looks promising. Who could be against a high-quality education?” he wrote in an email. “But any right is only as good as its remedy. The ‘right’ to a high-quality education created by this initiative may not be realized because the remedy is so limited. It not only allows children, families and their com-munities to attack educational laws, policies and regulations, but explicitly prohibits them from seeking funding to improve their schools.”

For an extensive analysis of this proposed constitutional and statutory initiative by the California Legislative Analyst’s Office, members are encouraged to Google “funding for students attend-ing private schools (ballot).”

Another proposed ballot measure would amend the California Constitution to—among other things—end the possibility of man-dating masks and vaccinations to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Members can Google “the rights of individuals to make fully free and informed health decisions (ballot)” for the official California Legislative Analyst’s Office report.

For a report on all ballot measures currently being processed by the CA Secretary of State, Google “ballot measures California Secretary of State.”

•••The club urges all Leisure World voters—regardless of party

affiliation—to refuse to sign the petitions to recall Los Alamitos School District Trustees, when and if they are certified for distribu-tion in the community. If certified, vote no on the recall.

•••LW Democrats and supporters can subscribe to the club’s free

electronic newsletter. Email [email protected] or call editor Mary Larson at (562) 296-8521.

The American Legion Auxiliary holiday luncheon for members and guests will be held on Monday, Dec. 20, in Clubhouse 3, Room 1. The regular American Legion Auxiliary monthly meeting will start at noon, with lunch to follow..

The Auxiliary is starting preparations for its annual fashion show fundraiser, scheduled for the end of March. Tickets will be $25 and will include a lunch, fashion show and raffles with great prizes.

AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY

Holiday luncheon is on Dec. 20

Friendly Couples Club enjoy simply getting together, sharing a potluck dinner and laugh-ing the second Wednesday of the month at 5 p.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 2. At the Dec. 8 meeting, Harriet Kader-Speth and Bud Parrish entertained the group with card bingo. New members are welcome to join. The next meeting is Jan. 12. Contact Jeanette Wil-liams at (818) 358-9185 or [email protected]. Seated counter clockwise around the table: Harriet Kader Speth (holding cards), Bud Parrish, Mary Talentino, Lu Talentino, Jim Kaspar, Peg Kaspar, Bobbie Olsen and Ron Olsen. Standing row: Fred Reker (l), Cindy Levy, Terry Howey, Laura Freedman, Judi Possnack and Dave Possnack.

The Leisure World Weekly office is closed to the public in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19 in the community. Staff is working on-site and remotely to produce the LW Weekly. Editors can be reached by phone and email.

See page 4 of any edition for editors’ addresses or send emails to [email protected], and submissions will be directed to the appropriate editor.

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All LWers are invited to the hymn singAll residents are invited to participate in singing their favorite

Christmas songs in the Clubhouse 3 Lobby at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 19. Those present will be able to choose their favorites from the hymn book, with singing led by Dan Ballinger with Marge McDonald at the keyboard and Norma Ballinger at the piano.

Special music will include the mother/daughter team of Carol Darnell and Valerie Buterbaugh. Along with their vocal talent, Carol writes new words to melodies of favorite secular songs. Also, during this one-hour period, Dan Ballinger will sing, “O Holy Night,” and Assembly of God Pastor Chuck Franco will bring a brief message of encouragement and hope.

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Barbara Joyce Charlwood1924-2021

Barbara Joyce Charl-wood was born on Aug. 10, 1924, in Ta u n t o n , Massachu-setts, to Os-wald Thom-as and Edith H a y w a r d Charlwood. She died peace-fully at home on Oct. 5 in Seal Beach.

Barbara was proud to be a graduate of Pratt School (a one room school for all grades) and Taunton High School. She moved to Cali-fornia in 1952 and worked for 32 years at Bell Telephone Company. After retiring, she moved to Leisure World, Seal Beach. She stayed busy travel-ing, reading, writing, baking cookies and staying active at her church.

Barbara is survived by her sister in law Jackie Charl-wood, six nieces, three neph-ews, many grand and great-

•••Leland Stanford Spencer

1931-2021Leland Stanford Spencer

passed away peacefully at the age of 90 on Dec. 8. Lee was born on March 22, 1931, in Palo Alto, California, to Leland and Valentina Spencer. Lee was preceded in death by his sister Joanne, son Aron and his daughter Jill. He is sur-vived by his wife, Bonny; sons George, John and Christian; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

Lee joined the Air Force in 1951 because he liked planes, and he later purchased his father’s business, which be-came Trailer Hitch Inc. Lee successfully operated Trailer Hitch for many years in Palo Alto. He had a lifetime love of British sports cars, especially his beloved Morgans, restoring

Anna Derby from Mutual 5 enjoyed watching her trees being pruned. Jose Arquiano and J & J Landscaping Company employees prune trees for Mutual 5. She says it was quite a scene to watch Rolando Vazquez gracefully climb the large Brazilian pepper tree to beautifully prune it. The bottle brush tree in front of her unit was pruned nicely, and became a thin, good-looking tree that lets two squirrels play freely. In 2021, Arquiano and his team pruned over 60 trees in the Mutual 5 property.

Orange safety flags make it easier for cars to see mobility scooters when crossing the road.

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OBITUARIESgrand-nephews and -nieces. She is also survived by many friends of all ages.

There will be a celebration of her life on Jan. 15 at 1 p.m. at the Center for Spiritual Living, 500 Marina Drive, Seal Beach.

and building several by hand. Lee and Bonny were mar-

ried for 35 years. Together, they enjoyed traveling to Europe, Australia and Asia. They loved to camp, especially in their favorite place, Big Sur. They lived in Cambria, California; Port Townsend, Washington; and finally in Seal Beach. He was dearly loved by many and will be greatly missed by all his friends and family.

Email all OBITUARY notices to

[email protected] Monday at 2 p.m.

with photos in the form of jpegs.

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A time of fellowship will conclude the evening. Coffee will be provided; people are welcome to bring Christmas cookies to share.

Hearts and Hands United in Giving (HHUG) is a small, local nonprofit dedicated to helping the homeless in the community. It accepts donations of clean, used towels; new, unopened travel size shampoo, soap and lotion; and disposable razors. The only clothing accepted is new socks and new underwear for men and women.

To donate any of these items, contact Susan Hopewell at (562) 430-6044 or Linda Neer at (562) 430-3214 for pick up. People may also leave donations on the patio in Mutual 6, Unit 62A, or Mutual 2, Unit 48A.

Donations are delivered to the Long Beach Multi-Service Cen-ter, which provides a variety of services to homeless individuals and families.

Hearts and Hands United in Giving

LW residents David Harlow and Debbie Salling are now offering free God Bless America crosses to LW residents. Donations, which are used to buy materials, are appreciated but not required. To order a cross, call (562) 843-6963 and leave a message that includes your name and phone number.

Anna Derby

Orange safety flags for mo-bility devices will be handed out on Jan. 8 in the Clubhouse 6 parking lot from 9 a.m.-noon. The event is co-sponsored by the Golden Age Foundation (GAF) and the Rollin’ Thunder Golf Cart Club.

The brightly colored pen-nants flying in the breeze from the tops of many golf carts and mobility devices will be avail-

able without charge to all LWers in need of them.

Serving as an extra measure of safety, these highly visible flags will be given to cart and scooter drivers, bike and trici-cle riders, and those in motor-ized wheelchairs. Recognizing the important role the safety flag plays in preventing serious accidents, the GAF, along with Mutual 17 resident Andree

O’Brien, have purchased 300 pennants for residents who need them. Volunteer members of the Rollin’ Thunder Golf Cart Club will install the flags at the event

To receive more informa-tion about the event, call Jan Kuhl from the GAF at (562) 446-0082 or Pat Davis from Rollin’ Thunder at (562) 431-6859.


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Optum elves welcomed residents to the Christmas Tree Lighting on Dec. 1.

Alice LaBranche (l), and Roman and Sylvia Zavala were all smiles as they dropped off Toys for Tots gifts Dec. 10.

Recreation Manager Thomas Fileto and Assistant Recreation Manager Kathy Thayer had to call for more collection boxes to accommodate the overflow of toys from generous LWers.

Theater Club elves Charlie and Carol Guggino (l-r), and Sally Glausser and Taylor White served cookies and beverages at the Toys for Tots event Dec. 10.

Marilyn Long is festively dressed.

Lynne Burt-Jenkins (l-r) came to the party with Michele Drakulich and Robbie Roth.

Joanna Matos gave a doll.

Library Operations Supervisor Vanessa Morris puts the finishing touches on a Christmas tree.


ARTS & LEISURE

WEEKEND NIGHT DANCES

Expect rockin’ good times this monthGRF’s Weekend Night

Dances features Vinyl Rock on Saturday, Dec. 18, at 7 p.m. in Clubhouse 1. All are welcome, but guests must be accompa-nied by the resident who invites them. Everyone is asked to sign in, either as a resident or guest, in the proper spot, as this is the only way GRF can judge the popularity of the bands.

Vinyl Rock is a nine-member Orange County-based outfit that passionately performs classic rock, Motown, and pop tunes primarily from the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s. Sponsored by Cabaret Entertainers, the band will keep the audience engaged, inviting them to participate in sing-alongs and mingling on the dance floor. Everyone will be smiling, singing, swinging and swaying to the songs they grew up listening to and easily recognize.

The Velvetones Ballroom Dance Orchestra returns to its normal venue at Clubhouse 4 on Sunday, Dec. 19, at 6 p.m.

Leisure World’s own professional big band plays big band, swing and jazz standards—music for dreaming and dancing.

Leisure Worlders can also trip the light fantastic to their mellow sounds on New Year’s Eve, when the Velvetones perform as a spe-cial treat to its fans from 6-9 p.m.

If 9 p.m. is too early to ring in the new year, LWers can saunter over to Clubhouse 2, where Abilene will play starting at 9 p.m. The fun will continue until midnight—and maybe a bit beyond.

Abilene has been Leisure World’s No. 1 country rock band for nearly 20 years. This year, the group opened the Amphitheater season with a rockabilly show that drew nearly 2,000 fans. Led by Terry Otte, who shares singing duties with Tina Schaf-fer, the band includes guitarist Rod Anderson, guitar synthe-sizer player Jim Long, bassist Mike Simpson and drummer Jim Greer.

The regular Weekend Night Dance lineup has the Velv-etones playing at Clubhouse 4 on the first and third Sun-days of each month at 6 p.m. Abilene normally performs on the fourth Saturdays, except in October and December when they play on Halloween and New Year’s Eve. Vinyl Rock performances vary; dates are published in the LW Weekly. All concerts are free, but tips are acceptable and appreciated.

Table saving is not permitted. No announcements are permit-ted from the stage, except by the bands. Clubhouse lighting and audio-visual equipment can only be adjusted by the custodian, according to the instructions they have been given.

All guests must be out of the clubhouses no later than 10 p.m. (except New Year’s Eve) to allow adequate time for the custodian to tear down the setup and arrange things for the following day.

Terry Otte (center) leads Abilene, which will perform on New Year’s Eve.

Pickleball Club celebrates the holidaysThe LW Pickleball Club held

its holiday celebration on Dec. 5, with club President Linda Evenson welcoming more than 60 members to feast on an Italian dinner and play games.

The “Pickle Toes” sang holiday songs with a pick-leball spin, accompanied by Sue Burkschab on the ukulele, and everyone in the audience

joined the sing-along. All photos from the party

are posted on the Pickleball Club website at philsden.com/pickleball/.

The club plans to offer free beginners’ lessons in January.

Anyone who is interested should contact Linda Evenson at [email protected] or (561) 577-3283.

“Pickle Toes” Vindar Batoosingh (l-r), Laura Batoosingh, Ivan Painschab and Sue Burkschab provided entertainment.

Despite the rain, hula dancers geared up for the holiday season on Dec. 9. The dancers enjoyed entertaining at Los Alamitos Medical Center recently, and they’ll soon return to perform at Katella Senior Living Community. Today, Dec. 16, they are looking forward to bringing their Christmas aloha to the hard-working staff at the maintenance yard, LW Weekly and Recreation Department. Free hula dance lessons are offered twice a week. For more information, call (562) 431-2242.

Roland Phillips

The Joyful Line Dance Holiday Party is today, Dec. 16, from 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Clubhouse 3 Lobby. Lunch will be catered from Kampai Sushi House in Los Alamitos and will include teriyaki chicken, mixed tempura, rice and salad. Sign up and pay $15 to Lyn Stel or Daisy Ramos; the party is limited to 25-30 people. Everyone should dress up to dance and take a group photo at the end; the party will be videoed by Michael Oh to show through Superwire TV. Anyone with questions should text Anna Derby at (562) 301-5339.

Organ recital set for Dec. 19Concert organist Peter

Bates of Mutual 7 will perform a Christmas recital on the magnificent Aeolian-Skinner pipe organ in the main sanctu-ary of Covenant Presbyterian Church, 607 E. Third St., Long Beach, on Sunday, Dec. 19, at 2 p.m.

The audience will be invited to sing along to holiday carols.

Bates has been the church’s minister of music and resi-dent organist since 1997. Last year, the annual Christmas concert was canceled because of COVID-19 concerns, but with the church returning to public services, the concert can again take place.

Audience members are asked to wear masks while

in the sanctuary and walk through a temperature check-point. Admission is free.

Peter Bates

Monday Combined BridgeAt the Dec. 6 gathering of the Monday Combined Bridge

Group, the winners were: First place: Evelyn ScherberSecond place: Dotty KemperThird place: Sue YokomiThe group meets every Monday at noon in Clubhouse 1. For

more information, contact Marion Standish at (562) 493-1236.

Scrabble The Scrabble Club meets

every Wednesday at 1 p.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 5. Three successive games are offered. Members are asked to wear masks and arrive early so play can begin on time.

—Nancy Barber

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The Ladies’ Q Club celebrated the end of the year with its annual holiday luncheon on Dec. 6; the food was provided by Hof’s Hut in Seal Beach, with members also contributing to the table. “It was a wonderfully festive afternoon,” said club Secretary Kathy Engelhardt. “There was good company, good food and a great time had by all.”

Long Beach Symphony to play special concert Jan. 8

Rescheduled because of the pandemic and not included in the 2021-2022 subscription series, the Long Beach Sym-phony Orchestra (LBSO) will perform the “Violins of Hope” concert on Jan. 8 at 8 p.m. with special guests. “Songs and Sto-ries of Hope” will be held the next day.

The instruments used in both evenings’ programs were rescued from World War II concentration camps and meticulously restored by father and son Amnon and Avshalom Weinstein.

Soloists for “Violins of Hope” include Israeli violinist Niv Ashkenazi and LBSO principal cellist Cécilia Tsan; guest sing-ers will join the Long Beach Camerata Singers. The evening’s program features John Williams’ compositions of “Hatikvah” (Israel’s National Anthem) from the film “Munich” and his moving theme from “Schindler’s List.” The finale is Mozart’s emotionally stirring Requiem in D minor.

Dr. James A. Grymes, author of the book “Violins of Hope,” brings “Songs and Stories of Hope” to the stage on Jan. 9. The intimate, mixed-media performance features the stories behind these special instru-ments from Avshalom Wein-stein, Barber’s Adagio, Vivaldi’s Concerto for Four Violins, and rarely heard pieces by Jewish composers who survived the Holocaust or perished at the hand of the Nazis.

For further information or to buy tickets for the concert and the bus the LBSO supplies for round trips between Leisure World Seal Beach and the Long

Beach Terrace Theater, contact the LBSO box office at (562) 436-3203, ext. 1, or visit Long-beachsymphonyorchestra.org.

Tickets may also be pur-chased the night of the concert at the bus loading area in front of the Amphitheater between 5-6 p.m. The cost is $20, payable with cash or a personal check to LBSO. They are also available at the box office.

Everyone must bring a photo ID, evidence of COVID-19 vac-cinations and a cellphone; masks are required to enter the bus and the concert hall.

Information about the remaining subscription series can be found via the above contact information; for dis-counted group prices, email Frieda Davis from the Leisure World Opera Club at [email protected].

—Beverly Emus

This decorated Kleizer violin is among those restored by the Weinsteins.

Bingo SundaysJoin bingo players every Sunday afternoon, except Dec. 26, in

Clubhouse 2. The buy-in line opens at 1 p.m. and costs $5, with additional cards at $1 each. Calling begins at 1:30 p.m. sharp.

Games on the first Sunday of the month are sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary; those on the second and fourth Sun-days are sponsored by American Legion, Post 327. The Filipino Association of Leisure World hosts on the third and fifth Sundays. After prizes are distributed, all proceeds support Leisure World charitable organizations, benefiting the community’s residents and veterans.

Questions should be directed to Rich Carson, Post 327 com-mander, at (714) 719-6872.

PinochlePinochle is played in Club-

house 1 every Monday, Thursday and Saturday. The warmup game starts at 11:30 a.m., with the regu-lar game beginning at 12:30 p.m.

The following are the win-ning scores from recent games.

Nov. 22: First place: Gene Smith, 12,130; second: Sylvia Clinton, 11,490; third: Carole Damocie, 11,370; fourth: Irene Perkins, 11,350.

Nov. 27: First place: Jim Kaspar, 12,940; second: Nancy Wheeler, 12,610; third: Donna Gorman, 9,770; fourth: Joan Taylor, 9,690.

Nov. 29: First place: Marilyn Allred, 13,790; second: Marga-ret Smith, 12,660; third: Joan

Taylor, 11,170; fourth: Keith Clausen, 10,990.

Dec. 2: First place: Jim Kasper, 12,060; second: Grace Buster, 11,110; third: Marilyn Allred, 10,680; fourth: Tony Dodero, 10,430.

Dec. 4: First place: Keith Clausen, 10,680; second: Curt Rogers, 10,610; third: Diana Lambert, 10,410; fourth: Peggy Kaspar, 9,950.

Dec. 6: First place: Joan Tay-lor, 11,440; second: Ron Jackson, 11,340; third: Marge Dodero, 11,020; fourth: Charlotte West-cott, 10,900.

Anyone interested in play-ing pinochle should call Marge Dodero at (310) 968-9509.

Dancing Feet Club The Dancing Feet Club

hosts two regular events in Clubhouse 2.

Line dance lessons and practice are every Monday from 7-9 p.m., and social (ballroom) dancing happens the fourth Sunday of every month from 6- 9:30 p.m.

The club will celebrate Christmas on Dec. 26. Members are invited to dress festively for the occasion.

Members may bring their favorite snacks and drinks, but liquor is not allowed.

Entrance to all events is free. Masks are required.

For more information, text Ed Bolos at (551) 998-4223.

Women’s Golf ClubBecause of the inclement weather, just 24 brave women par-

ticipated in Dec. 7’s nine-hole tournament round. They competed for low gross, low net and one circle hole. Grace Choi was the only golfer to hit the ball from the tee box directly into the circle surrounding hole No. 6.

The winners were:Flight A: Low gross: tie between Mary Ann Moore and Jane

Song, 28; low net: Stella Yoon, 28.Flight B: Low gross: Young Yoon, 29; low net: Sun Lee, 23.Flight C: Low gross: tie between Liz Meripol and Helen Yoon,

29; low net: Elizabeth Butterfield, 27.Flight D: Low gross: Sandra deDuBovay, 35; low net: Dorothy

Favre, 22.—Dale Quinn

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LWers light up holiday nights with good cheerWhile LWers wait for Santa, they’re hanging

their stockings with care and decking their halls. And the exteriors of homes are illuminated for all to see.

LW Weekly will run photos of residents’ spec-tacular holiday decorations in the Dec. 23 issue, but people can take a sneak peek by visiting the following locations:

• 13730 Annandale Drive, 31-B• 13201 El Dorado Drive, 207-L• 1541 Homewood Road, 112-B

• 1671 Interlachen Road, 285-E• 1720 Interlachen Road, 41-G• 1720 Interlachen Road, 41-H• 1300 Knollwood Road, 41-B• 1371 Pellham Road, 66-G• 1411 Pelham Road, 64-H• 1710 Tam O’Shanter Road, 12-D• Mutual 9, Building 215Today, Dec. 16, is the last day for LWers to

submit high-resolution jpgs of their holiday displays to [email protected].

Dorothy Schwartz’s display at 1671 Interlachen Road, 285-E, titled “Santa and Mrs. Claus and Their Christmas Wonderland,” was created with help from family members in honor of Dorothy’s late husband, Bob.

Leisure Time DancersThe last class of 2021 will be on Monday, Dec. 20. From 2-3

p.m., the featured dance will be salsa; that’s followed by an hour of gaucho tango, with Argentine styling.

There will be no class on Dec. 27; classes will continue on Jan. 3.One hour of class costs $7; two is $11. All are welcome, whether

or not they’ve danced before. Masks are optional. For more infor-mation, call Richard Sharrard at (562) 434-6334.

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It’s a great time to put on your dressy Christmas glad rags for some “dreamin’ and dancin’” when Leisure World’s own Velvetones takes the Clubhouse 4 stage on Dec. 19 at 6 p.m. The Golden Rain Foundation requests all residents and guests sign in as they arrive; anyone not fully vaccinated against COVID should wear a face mask.

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Community KaraokeThe Christmas spirit was

not only in the air, but also in the songs that were sung during the karaoke party on Dec. 8. Traditional carols were beauti-fully done by Tony Tupas, David Noble, Carolyn Mottola, Pat Kogok, Rick Riley, Gerry Taga-loa, Erika Greenwood, Anna Le, Vito Villamar and Bob Barnum.

Ric Dizon has been the club’s “in-house Elvis” for several years, as he favors the King’s hits from the past. And new resident Mike Woo shared his pleasant voice with the group when he sang “What a Wonderful World.”

The audience also appreciated popular tunes such as “Down-town,” as performed by Ellen Brannigan, and “Let it be Me,” by Vilma Tagaloa, as well as catchy numbers from Richard Yokomi, Pete Tupas, Susan Kelleghan, Kenny Nortorleva, Eileen Mer-rit, Nina DeRosa and Walt Bier.

Everyone is welcome to prac-

tice songs on Mondays from 1-3 p.m. in Clubhouse 6, then join the group on Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. for karaoke parties in Clubhouse 1.

—Margie Thompson

Orchestra Concert on Saturday in CH 4Leisure World Orchestra

invites all LWers to its Holiday Concert on Saturday, Dec. 18, at 1 p.m. in Clubhouse 4. Refreshments will be served after the free show.

The orchestra has grown this year, and under new conductor Dr. Samuel Kim, a wonderful program has been planned that includes “Schehe-razade” by Rimsky Korsakov; Irving Berlin’s “White Christ-mas”; the “Hallelujah” chorus by Handel; the Radetzky March by Strauss; Hump-erdinck’s “Hansel and Gretel”; Strauss’ “Blue Danube” waltz;

“Argonaise” from Bizet’s “Car-men”; the Christmas Fugue; “Festive Sounds of Hanu-kah”; Christmas MarchLeroy Anderson’s “A Trumpeters Lullaby”; Canticle of Praise (accompanied by the LW Korean Community Church choir); Mexican Overture; and more.

The orchestra encourages all Leisure World musicians to join rehearsals in the Amphi-theater on Tuesdays at 1 p.m. and Wednesdays at noon. Any-one interested should contact Fred Reker at (615) 898-0669 or [email protected].

Hot Shots Down SlidersShuffleboard League continued on Dec. 3, with the Hot Shots

defeating the Sliders 11-7 on the Clubhouse 1 courts. The Sliders’ all-game winner was Linda Peters.

After three weeks of league play, the Hot Shots remain in first place, with Sliders in second and Shufflers in third.

Shuffleboard is a low-impact sport that gets you off the couch, is easy to learn and is fun exercise. Regularly scheduled practices are Tuesdays at 5 p.m. Starting time for league play is 8:30 a.m. on Fridays; players should arrive on time to get a starting position.

BYOB practice nights, tournaments and other social events are being planned for Shuffleboard members and their guests. New members are welcome to join for the fraternization and socialization. Contact Dave LaCascia at (801) 674-5975 for more information.

Yahtzee ClubAt the Dec. 3 meeting of

the Yahtzee Club, Karen Riner won for Most Yahtzees (10), Kathy Rose had the Highest Total Score (1,664), and Doro-thy Hill won the Door Prize.

The Yahtzee Club meets every Friday from 12:30-4 p.m. in Clubhouse 3, Room 6. The cost to play is $2 per meeting.

The club is currently at maximum capacity, but new members will be accepted in January. Anyone who wants to be on a waiting list to join or would like a lesson in the game should call or text Kathy Rose at (714) 309-6873.


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• Trust Administration

Leisure World Shopping Center13924 Seal Beach Boulevard, Suite C

**Same location since 1979**

(562) 594-9729

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Alpine Heating & Air Conditioning

Lowest Prices In Town All Work Guaranteed

Free Installation EstimatesSales • Repair • Installation

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SB Lic # BRA0002562-841-378721 Years Serving LW

Patio Enhancements • Haul-AwayPlumbing Upgrades • Carpentry

Painting • Senior Living Modifications

D B HandymanAvailable for Outside Projects

2999 Westminster Ave. #225 - Seal Beach Village Shopping Center

Use North Lobby Entrance elevator

Katherine A. Brennan Insurance Agency

Condos • Home • Auto • Business • Golf Carts

License # 0C69869

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562 493-4228Lic. #1057064

Vertical Blinds, Cell Shades2” Blinds & Shutters

Serving Leisure World since 1989

Residential Custom Design InstallationFree Installation • Free Estimates

Contractor’s Lic. #723262

NEW WINDOWS - Sound SuppressionTriple Pane - Installed in One DayNoisy Neighbors - Install Sound Suppression Walls and Windows

LW Decor Inc.(562) 596-0559

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New Doors & Sliding Doors Installed

Get local help with Medicare questions.

Sandra Teel Cell: (657) [email protected]. #4031244

Take advantage of my knowledge and experience. I make Medicare simpler and the process easier and offer personalized services for your needs and budget.All at no cost to you!By calling the number, you will be directed to a licensed insurance agent.

BlindsShuttersShadesDraperiesHome-Automation

Sandy & Lenny Ng Owners, Design Consultants

Email: [email protected]

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Are you turning 65 soon?Confused about Medicare?

By calling the number above, you will be directed to a licensed insurance agent.

I am a licensed insurance agent and a Leisure World resident.

I specialize in Medicare products and can assist you whenever you are ready at no cost to you!

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562 - 433-3052

GENERAL BUILDING CONTRACTOR

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CA State License 929515

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ROOM ADDITIONS, PATIOS KITCHEN & BATH REMODELS

ST. LIC # 992336

GRECO CONSTRUCTION

Excellent LW Referrals714-330-3523

[email protected]

Tina Schaffer (562) 755-6199

Serving residents for 9 years

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I am a boxer born in the Philippines on December 17, 1978. I had to

drop out of school at age 16 to help support my family. I became the

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At the Poker Tournament Club played on Dec. 1, Roy Mit-telsteadt won the final table for the second time in a row, beating Amy Mangravito with a pair of AAs against K9. Finishing in third through sixth place were Linda Stone, Glenn Evenson, Tom Pappas and Dan Galliani. The table was dealt by Jon Jones.

Mittelsteadt, a member of the Pool Club and a Mini Farmer, is a retired construction worker whose hobbies include fishing and gardening.

The promotional hand of 8-3 was won by Mike Gass, and the Ken Reddy raffle of $50 was won by Debbie Barber. High hand was won by Joyce Smith with a straight flush. The second

highest hand was 77778, won by Hank Lincourt.

—Judy Jasmin

Pool LeaguePot Luck was the big win-

ner in the Monday-night Pool League, winning 11-2 over Hot Stix on Dec. 6. Paul Snellen-berger of Pot Luck won six of seven matches, while teammates Barry Chittem and Dennis Bed-ford each won five.

Break ’em and Make ’em edged out Ace in the Hole 7-6. Steve Edrich won four games for Make ’em and Break ’em.

The team 4-20 took the Favorites by a 7-6 mar-gin. Glen Evenson won five matches for 4-20.

The Fantastics beat Go for Broke 9-4. Rusty Aquino won five games for the Fantastics, including both of his singles matches. Although the Fantas-tics picked up two games on league leader 4-20, they are still 12 games behind with only two weeks remaining to play.

—Dave Silva

Cribbage ClubTaking first place in cribbage

on Dec. 7 was Marie McGuire, with a score of 841 of a possible 847. Second place went to Kent Davidson with 828, and Howard Bleakley came in third with 823. Placing fourth with a score of 817 was Irvene Bernstein.

With the help of Margaret Smith, Marcy Locy served apple pie topped with whipped cream to all 48 players.

Cribbage Club meets each Tuesday in Clubhouse 1; $1 each week provides players the opportunity for at least three hours of card-playing fun, coffee and dessert. Snacks are served at noon, with play beginning at 12:30 p.m. Seven games are played, with members rotating at the end of each game. New members are always welcome. Dues of $3 for 2022 will be accepted at the next meeting.

Anyone wanting to learn to play cribbage or brush up on their skills can leave a mes-sage with Patti Smith at (562) 242-4674.

—Marilyn Chelsvig

Chess ClubThis week’s puzzle is check-

mate in three moves. White moves first; any answer by Black, and White’s third move is checkmate.

The White queen moves from a4 to d7, then Black rook to d7, followed by White rook to c8 and Black rook to d8. The next move by White is checkmate.

The Chess Club meets from 1:30-6 p.m. on Fridays in Club-house 3, Room 7.

The deadline for editorial for LW Weekly is 4 p.m. Thursday on the Thursday prior to the desired publication date.

Entertainment ReviewsSeen any good movies, read a great book or attended a local

theater production? LW residents are invited to submit reviews—including all pertinent information, such as author names, location information, movie ratings, etc. , as well as your name, Mutual and telephone numbers—to [email protected]. All reviews are subject to editing for content and clarity and will run as space allows.


The Orange County Transportation Authority, in cooperation with Caltrans, is widening the San Diego Freeway (I-405) between SR-73 and I-605.The project is improving 16 miles of I-405 between the SR-73 freeway in Costa Mesa and I-605 near the Los Angeles County line. Construction updates are as follows:

Southbound (SB) I-405 Loop On-Ramp from Bolsa Chica Road Closed for One Month

Crews closed the southbound (SB) I-405 loop on-ramp from Bolsa Chica Road to accommodate the freeway widening.

The ramp closed Nov. 8 and is anticipated to reopen soon. North Gate Road

Crews are working on the foundation of two walls along south-bound I-405 adjacent to North Gate Road, which remains open.

The foundation consists of 130 cast-in-drilled-hole (CIDH) piles. Crews will use an auger to drill large holes, install forms and steel cages, and pour concrete into the holes to form the piles. The work is set to begin on the north end of the wall and will proceed south.

The job began Oct. 26 and is expected to take more than six weeks to complete. Work hours are from 7 a.m.-4 p.m.

Crews may mobilize equipment as early as 6 a.m., and some activity may occur at night.

This work may be loud. Southbound I-405 Loop Off-Ramp to

Westminster Boulevard Extended Closure Continues The closure of the southbound I-405 loop off-ramp to east-

bound Westminster Boulevard has been extended for an additional three months.

This closure will keep traffic flowing on both lanes of the exist-ing adjacent SB on-ramp and accommodate the detour needed for the extended closure of the SB I-405 loop on-ramp from Bolsa Chica Road.

The new ramp is now set to open in mid-January.Westbound SR-22 On-Ramp

from Old Ranch Parkway Closed Crews closed the Old Ranch Parkway on-ramp to the west-

bound SR-22 on April 13 to accommodate the freeway widening. Activities include demolition, excavation, grading, drainage

and electrical system installation, and concrete pours and asphalt paving.

Daytime work hours are 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Crews may mobilize equipment as early as 6 a.m. Nighttime work hours are 9 p.m.-6 a.m.

Northbound I-405 Loop Off-Ramp to Bolsa Avenue Closed

Crews closed the northbound I-405 loop off-ramp to Bolsa on June 18 to accommodate freeway widening. The ramp is antici-pated to reopen soon.

I-405 Lane Reductions for Center Median Work Crews will continue to perform work in the center median

on the I-405 at the Bolsa Avenue bridge. This work will require north- and southbound I-405 HOV lane reductions between Bolsa Avenue and Goldenwest.

Lane reductions will continue from 5 a.m.-noon, for approxi-mately two more months. Sidewalk Closures on Seal Beach Boulevard for Signal Work

Crews closed the sidewalks at the intersection of Seal Beach Boulevard and Lampson Avenue for permanent traffic signal construction.

Activities include the removal of existing sidewalk ramps, instal-lation of new sidewalk ramps, and electrical and foundation work.

Permanent traffic signal construction and the sidewalk clo-sure will continue through December. Daytime work hours are 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Seal Beach Boulevard and Lampson will be intermittently re-duced to two lanes at the intersection for the duration of the work.

SB I-405 Off-Ramp to Bolsa Chica Road Closed Crews closed the SB I-405 off-ramp to Bolsa Chica on Oct.

27 and it will be closed for approximately three more months to advance construction on the Bolsa Chica bridge.

Almond Avenue Crews are working on the foundation of a wall along Almond

Avenue between Dahlia Circle and Jasmin Circle in College Park East adjacent to the northbound I-405. The foundation consists of approximately 250 cast-in-drilled-hole (CIDH) piles.

This activity includes augering large holes, and installing forms and steel cages, and pouring concrete into the holes to form the piles.

Once this work is complete, crews will begin placing rebar, constructing forms and pouring concrete to construct the wall.

The work is ongoing from 7 a.m.-4 p.m. on weekdays and Saturdays, as needed.

Nighttime activities may also occur between 9 p.m.-6 a.m. Crews may mobilize equipment as early as 6 a.m., and some

activity may occur at night. This work may be loud.

If you are currently listed in the white pages, you don’t need to do anything. Your listing will appear as is unless you specify otherwise.

The LW Weekly office is closed to the public, but staff is work-ing inside.

People can put forms through the letter slot or knock on the door for a form, and changes will be made for the 2022 Com-munity Guide.

The annual directory is intended for the personal use of LW residents and is not circulated outside the community.

LISTINGfrom page 8

meals to 200-plus homeless men, women and families. It was started by an Irish woman who fed the homeless at a local park. I know first-hand all the good they do, as I was a volun-teer there for several years. Visit MarysKitchen.Org or call (714) 633-0444.

Andree O’Brien, Mutual 17• Hearts and Hands United

in Giving (HHUG) HHUG is a small, local

nonprofit dedicated to helping the homeless in the community. It accepts donations of clean, used towels; new, unopened, travel-size shampoos, soaps and lotions; and disposable razors.

The only clothing accepted is new socks and new underwear for men and women. To donate any of these items, contact Susan Hopewell at (562) 430-6044 for pick up, or leave donations on her patio in Mutual 6, 62-A. These donations are delivered to the Long Beach Beach Multi-Service Center, which provides a variety of services to homeless individuals and families, includ-ing showers.

To make a financial donation and to learn more about HHUG, visit hhug.org.

Linda Neer, Mutual 2; Su-san Hopewell, Mutual 6

• Precious Life ShelterPrecious Life Shelter, 3622

Florista St., Los Alamitos, (562) 431-5025, supports homeless pregnant women of all ages. It is supported by the Precious Life Thrift Store, where I have been volunteering for the last five years. We accept all types of donations, except furniture, and are always looking for volunteers to assist with the donations.

Nancy L. Lopez, Mutual 15• Golden Age FoundationThe Golden Age Foundation

(GAF) is staffed and run by vol-unteers. The GAF, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, was es-tablished in 1973 to enhance the quality of life in LW. GAF relies on donations of time, talent and funding from residents, groups and organizations. People can support the GAF by sending checks to: Golden Age Founda-tion, P.O. Box 2369, Seal Beach, CA, 90740; tax ID: 23-7273105. To learn more about the GAF, visit www.goldenagefdn.org.

Anna Derby, Mutual 5

GIVINGfrom page 8

405 Improvement Project UpdatesCalFresh can help qualifying

Leisure World residents receive healthy fruits and vegetables, among other groceries. Recipi-ents receive a card similar to a debit card with money loaded every month to shop for more fruit, vegetables, protein and other healthy foods.

CalFresh is funded by the USDA and administered through the Community Action Partnership in Leisure World to help improve the health and nutrition of people with lower incomes.

Requirements to Apply:• People must have at least

one citizen or legal permanent resident with a Social Security

number living in their house-hold (including children).

• Individuals may qualify for CalFresh even if they have a full- or part-time job.

• Gross monthly income must be less than the amounts listed: One-person household, $2,128; two-person household, $2,874.

• Seniors, those on SSI or those with a disability can apply and may be eligible for CalFresh.

• Documents needed to ap-ply: photo ID, Social Security card, proof of income and resi-

dent card (if applicable, receipt of rent and receipt of one utility bill).

Upon application, income and many other factors are taken into account to determine eligibility.

For more information or to apply online, call 1-800-281-9799 or go to https://www.my-benefitscalwin.org/. Residents who need assistance applying for CalFresh should contact Robann Arshat in Member Resources at (562) 431-6586, ext. 317, or [email protected].

CalFresh Benefits

The GRF Security Decal Office is open Monday, Tuesday, Thurs-day and Friday from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. and Saturdays from noon-4 p.m.

The office will be closed Wednesdays and Sundays, and on weekdays from noon-12:30 p.m. for lunch.

The office is located in Building 5 near the Copy Center.Appointments are not required. Decal issuance is on a first-

come, first-served basis. To receive a vehicle decal, residents must present the following

documents: proof of vehicle insurance; DMV vehicle registration (vehicle must be registered to the LWSB resident); DMV driver’s license; and a GRF ID card.

Decals are valid for up to two years after the date of issuance.

Decal Service Hours

Minibus InformationThe LW Minibus service is a community transportation

service for everyone. Residents, LW employees, visitors, family members of residents and caregivers can all ride the Minibuses. Anyone who has a valid pass to enter the community can ride on the LW buses. The only rule is each person must be 18 years of age or older or accompanied by someone who is.

CLASSIFIEDSGARDENING & LANDSCAPING

FRANK’S GARDENINGSERVICE

Complete maintenance and land-scape. Serving Leisure World since 1978. Planting, clean-ups, fertilization. New lawns, etc. Of-fering my services to all Mutuals. Honest and reliable. State Con-tractor’s License #779462. Call 562-863-7739, 562-743-3832 or 714-527-1172 12/30

HANDYMANSERVICES

Additions and Remodeling, Kitchen and Bath Remodeling, Windows, Tile and Stonework. State Contractor 's License #393071.

OGAN CONSTRUCTION, INC. (562) 596-7757. 03/31/22

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JR HOME REPAIRS. Quality work. Perfectionist, honest & reliable. Call JR 562-519-2764. SB Business License #JRH0001. 07/07/2022

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562-596-0559LW DECOR INC LICENSE 723262

Install doors, new windows, recessed lights, fans, light fixtures. Cabinet refacing & refinishing, paint exterior window frames, ceilings made smooth, closets redone, misc. repairs. Kitchen/bathroom remodeling.

40+ yrs in LW.LW DECOR INC

562-596-0559. 02/10/22

GENERAL

AVONLenora Browning, LW Resident. Phone 562-493-5457. Seal Beach Business License #BRN000. 12/30-------------------------------------------------------------------

JAFRA-by-HelenLW-Resident 562-419-3557

www.jafra.com/hwellsCelebrating 51-Year Career

Call for Specials!Business License WEL0015 12/23

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Please help a beautiful grey and white long-haired cat find its way back home. This cat has been hanging around the 76 gas-station on the corner of Westminster-Boulevard and Seal Beach-Boulevard in Seal Beach. I saw the cat peeking out from under a car in the parking-lot adjacent to the 76 gas-station and Dollar Tree a few days ago. In speaking with/the 76 gas-station attendants and construction workers there, they told me the cat might be living in the bushes behind the gas station near where a large motorhome is parked. There are no homes in the area other than Leisure-World so I hope this information will reach the owner and they can be reunited! Marcia/562-810-3000.

No Paper Delivery By 9:00 A.M.?

Call (562) 430-0534Before 10:00 A.M. State Mutual and

Apartment Number


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JOYCE REEDResident Broker

Notary Available 596-8656

Unbelievable Real EstateDRE#00460268

M15 10-D • $355,000Downstairs, east-facing, quiet,

secluded 2 BD, 1.75 BA, newer flooring and heat pump

M15 3-N • $345,000Upstairs 2 BDR, 1.75 BA, bright and beautiful view

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M10 249-G • $429,000Bright & Cheerful

2 BDR, 1.5 BA corner unit, east facing, remodeled

10-C • $379,0002 BDR, 1.75 BA corner unit,

freshly painted, carpeting, large patio

BATHTUB & SHOWER REFINISHING

We refinish your SHOWER /TUB to look brand new.Convert to a WALK-IN

SHOWER and/or raise seat.Nu Kote 562-833-3911

License #699080 Serving LW since 1999. 2/03/22

PAINTINGPainting - Free estimates. 1 room or entire house and refinish kitchen cabinets. (714) 826-8636, Call Jerry. CA State License #675336. 12/30

Affordable - Professional, Licensed and Insured.

Interior - exterior drywall repair, texturing, pressure

washing, cabinets.Senior discounts.

Cory Gee Painting714-308-9931

License #1049257. 12/09

562-596-0559LEISURE WORLD

DECORATORSLic 723262. 40+ yrs in LW. Inte-riors, cabinets, exterior window frames, kitchen, bath, doors, trim, primered only premium paints. Ceilings made smooth, crown moulding & baseboards installed.

LW Decor Inc.562-596-0559 02/10/22

FLOOR COVERINGS562-596-0559

LW DECOR INC. 40+ years in LW. Vinyl plank, laminate, tile indoor and outdoor patio carpet. License 723262.

562-596-0559. 02/10/22

UPHOLSTERY / CARPET CLEANINGAND TILE & GROUT

All Year Carpet Cleaning since 1988. Tile & Grout. 562-658-9841Tito State Contractors License 578194. 12/30

SKYLIGHT SERVICESSKYLIGHTS

CLEAN, REPAIR, REPLACE.Licensed and insured.Dan (562) 841-3787.

SB License #BRA0002. 02/17/22----------------------------------------SKYLIGHT Cleaning & Repairs. Contact Eugene at (714) 774-4385. Contractor State Lic 634613-B 1/13/22

WINDOW COVERINGS

562-596-0559LEISURE WORLD

DECORATORSShutters, blinds, roll-up shades,

custom drapes. 562-596-0559. 02/10/22

EMPLOYMENTSkilled Pet-Sitter Available and Help with Tech Devices. Cara 310-241-3312.

CLASSIFIEDSLEISURE WORLD

HELPINGLEISURE WORLD

Y’s Service Club of the YMCA will assist residents with small non-professional jobs. We change light bulbs, clean air conditioner filters, hang a small picture or mirror, remove or place items on a high shelf, air bicycle tires, etc. Donations gladly accepted. Call weekdays between 9 am-5 pm. (562) 822-6655.-----------------------------------------Does your walker need new tennis balls? Delivery and installation provided. Please give your name and phone number. Free of charge.Diane Hart 714-955-2885. -----------------------------------------

"ROLLIN THUNDER"GOLF CART CLUB

Offers FREE advice on buying and selling of your golf cart.

Also batteries and Safety Flags. 562-431-6859

HOME CAREPERSONAL ASSISTANT

I am an experienced caregiver available to assist with daily care, doctor’s appointments and errands. Available 24/7, 949-899-7770. SB Business License HEL0006. 12/30-----------------------------------------

CHRISTIAN HOME CAREExperienced, knowledgeable caregivers, honest, assertive, fluent English. Hourly/full-time, doctor’s appointments, errands. Bernadine 562-310-0280. Seal Beach Business License #BCS0002. Bonded/Insured. 12/30-----------------------------------------MOST AFFORDABLE RATES with optimum service, 23-years LW experience, reliable, honest caregivers. Licensed, 24-hours, part-time, doctors, appointments, references, fluent English. Ann 714-624-1911, 562-277-3650 - Heidi. Seal Beach License #HYC0001. 12/16-----------------------------------------EXPERIENCED CAREGIVER

Over 25+ years in Leisure World with Excellent References! Hourly or Live-in. Please Call Pampet: 562-371-4895. Seal Beach License PAN0003 02/24/2022-----------------------------------------Elderly care. Live-in, live-out. 30 years of experience. Cooking, cleaning, medications, compan-ions, doctors. Experience with dementia.Licensed by the state SB RAZ0002. Gloria/949-371-7425. 12/23-----------------------------------------Maria's experienced caregivers, run errands, Dr's appointments, cleaning, part-time, full-time, live-in. (562) 230-4648. Seal Beach Business License #CAM0006. 05/26/22-----------------------------------------Leisure World Caregiver with/experience. Has car & can provide references. Maria/562-257-7631. Seal Beach Business License LOP007. 1/06/22-----------------------------------------Do you need Hospice, Rehab or Long-Term Care? Yearly Board & Care in Cerritos. We provide 24-hour care. We accept short or long-term stays. We have more than 20years experience in the Healthcare Industry. Our experienced Care Staff provide home-like, safe, caring, and loving environment. We offer affordable rates, call us for a FREE consultation. We care for Alzheimer's, Dementia, Hospice, Home-Health, Rehab, Diabetes, Gastroenterology-Tube, C-Pap or Bi-Pap Use. 562-307-7668 Isabel Tangonan/RN. State License 198603276. 1/06/22

BEAUTY SERVICES

Tammy Nguyen Phenix Salon - Service in private suite. One customer, one hairstylist. Sanitized & professional. Haircut for men & women, shampoo, set, color, highlights, perm, nails & toenails. In-house service available. Tammy Nguyen. 13944 Seal Beach Blvd, #116. (714) 425-4198. 02/10/2022

-----------------------------------------In home hair care, serving the men and women of Leisure World for 36 years. Mel, cell: 562-480-9341. License #KC75538. 12/23

-----------------------------------------Yvonne-Is-Back! Haircuts, Color, Perms, Pedicure/Manicure in your home. Call 714-855-8465 for appointment. License KK336138. 12/23

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PERMANENT MAKE UP.Give a long-lasting gift. EYE-BROW, EYELINE, LIP from $99 up. LW-Resident, Retired License Esthetician Medical Spa. Leave message Kim/904-716-9933. License Z103890. 12/30

HOUSE CLEANING

Experienced housekeeper. I do weekly and monthly cleaning. Call 949-899-7770. Seal Beach Business License HEL0006. 12/30

-----------------------------------------MOVE-IN, MOVE-OUT

WINDOWS,HOUSECLEANING

CALL PHIL AT562-881-2093

Over 30 years Experience!Seal Beach Business

License #AB0001. 12/30

-----------------------------------------GRACIAN'S

HOUSECLEANING & WINDOWS.

10% OFF first cleaning WINDOWS

General housecleaningExcellent referrals in LW

(562) 307-3861. 20 years experience.

Seal Beach Business License GRA0006. 02/10/2022

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General housekeeping, 30 years of experience. Bi-weekly or monthly. Seal Beach License RAZ0002. Call Gloria 949-371-7425. 12/23

Maria House CleaningWe'll make your house look asnice as possible! 15 years ofexperience, We can work with your schedule. Bi-weekly or

monthly. Deep cleaning.Call or text 714-496-2885.Bus. Lic #HER0008. 12/23

M A G A LY ' S C L E A N I N G SERVICE. We make your home sparkle! 7-days call anytime! Complete cleaning. Seal Beach Business License #M0001A. Call 562-505-1613. 03/03/2022

COMPUTERS

FRUSTRATED (562)755-6199

Everything for your computer (PC or Mac), cell phone, TV, stereo, any electronic device. Tina Schaffer. SB Business License #CIP0001 02/17/2022

John’s Computer Services562-733-9193

Virus removal, Repair, Training,Software, Wireless, Internet

Security. LW Resident SB License FUH0001. 12/23

AUTOS WANTED

ANY KIND OF CARCars, motorcycle, truck - running or not. We are local - call anytime! We pay cash and remove promptly! We do DMV and Release of liability for you! Bonded/Licensed, since 1985! Call us 562-684-0901 so we can come out and give you a quote. 02/10/22

ELECTRIC CARTS/SCOOTERS/MOBILE CHAIRS FOR SALE

Golf Cars BUY SELL TRADE and REPAIRS. Call 714-292-9124. 12/30

TRANSPORTATION

Need a lift? Pam Miller.LW Residents ONLY.

310-227-1258. 12/16

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Inexpensive Shuttle. Airports, Shopping, Doctors, etc. SB License ABL0001. 562-881-2093. 12/30

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RIDES by RUSS 714-655-1544. 12/30

AUTOS/BOATS/RV’S TRAILERSFOR SALE

ELECTRIC CAR PADSInstalled at your residence. Call Frank 562-743-3832. Contractor’s License #779462. 12/30---------------------------------------------------------------------

2022 Toyota 4-Runner Limited 4WD/Fully-Loaded. Recently Pur-chased/Not the Car for Me/$57K. 714-815-6475.

MOVING, HAULING & STORAGE SERVICES

J&D HAUL AWAY AND CLEAN-UP SERVICE

No job too small! Fast, reliable, great prices. Seal Beach Busi-ness License BRA0002.562-841-3787:Dan. 02/17/2022---------------------------------------------------------------------

A FRIEND AND A TRUCKYour moving service, any size job. Business License RO263644. Call 310-387-2618 2/24/2022

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

Roman Coins. Agrippa (Time of Jesus), Faustina II, Hedrian 1904 Silver Dollar, Kennedy Half. All for $350 FIRM. Will NOT sell coins separately. 562-240-7396.---------------------------------------------------------------------

Huge Patio Sale. 1660 Glenview Road/Mutual-12/Apartment-78B. 12.16/Thursday-12.19/Sunday/(9:00am-5:00pm). 12x16 foot maroon rug/like-new. 10x12 Oriental rug/like-new. Champagne double bedspread was $500. Brown print linen spread was $359/like-new. Rice-Maker $7, Crockpot $7, Joy Cook Oven $7, Broiler $7, Live Art. Multi Roaster $10, Ultrex Fryer $8, Chairs, lounge, ladies blouses size/6-8, shoes/size-7, bathrobe, new rugs. LOTS LOTS MORE!---------------------------------------------------------------------

3-Floating Wall Shelves, White, $10/each. Hanging Wall Sconce Light, plug-in, Industrial Style, Edison-Bulb/$15. Electric Fire-place with/heater, pot-belly style, black cast iron, never-used/$65. Mid-Century Kidney Shaped Coffee-Table, like-new/$45. Presto Heater Dish 22-inch like-new/$65.714-469-7519.-

Schwinn Meridian Yellow 3-Wheeler Adult Tricycle $255. Sedentary-Owner too lazy to ride. Has cover. 562-430-5802.-------------------------------------------------------------------

Thursday/December-16 and Friday/December-17 (9am-3pm).Many Christmas-Lights, Christmas Decorations, Small Christmas Statute, Variety-Clothing, Many Kitchenware & Much More! Across from CH2 (714-356-7056).

LEISURE WORLDAPTS/FOR RENT

2-bedroom/2-bath condo for rent, Mutual-17/Apartment-67B. View of Greenbelt and covered parking. $2,500/month with/one-year lease. Call/Text 323-440-8375.

LEISURE WORLDAPARTMENTS

LOOKING TO RENT2-bedroom/1-bath condo. Sherrill 661-393-9255 or send an email to [email protected] 12/30

Classifieddeadline is12:00 p.m.Monday,

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562-208-5223

Erika Shapiro

Resales Specialist Mut. 17 Resident

BRE # 01448494

Leisure Living Resales

Service Is My Priority! Call me for a free market evaluation

1BDR/ 1Bath Basic, greenbelt view.A/C Heat Pump, laminate flooring,Cut-down shower,

kitchen island

Mutual 1 – 3D $215,000Condo, 3rd Floor

Corner, 2 BDR, 2 Bath, fully equipped

South/West facing. Can Be Financed

Mutual 17-118C $415,000

Beautiful expanded corner home,

2 BDR, 1 ½ Bath, central A/C

Great location

Mutual 6 – 129F $410,000

New Listing

Tony Accetta Realtor®

Maryann ShaddowRealtor®

Suzanne Fekjar Realtor®

Verna ChumleyRealtor®

John WebsterRealtor®

Elana Torres Realtor®

Terri WaltersRealtor®

Dawn JanuszkaBroker

DRE #02110501

Ginni Houck Escrow Officer

Sally AngellRealtor®

The Januszka Group, Inc.

To See Pictures of Our Current Listings and Many Other Fine Homes For Sale, Visit The Januszka Group Online At:

www.OnsiteHomeSales.com

(562) 598-1388

M1 55L M1 55L $295,000$295,000

M10 238J M10 238J $269,900$269,900

M8 183A M8 183A $459,000$459,000

M 14 51CM 14 51C $385,000 $385,000

There’s SNOW-better real estate office than On-Site Home Sales! Our agents are experienced and reliable, and our in-house escrow team cannot be beat! Listing or purchasing your Leisure World home has never been easier! Come by our office anytime to speak with

one of our expert Realtors, we are open 7 days a week!

M 4 50H M 4 50H $265,000$265,000

M5 71A M5 71A $449,000$449,000

Joanie Korman

LW Resident, Real Estate SpecialistBRE#01937786

(714) 308-8034

“Where Life Just Got Easier”

Berkshire Hathaway Home Services

Call me for a Free Market Evaluation

Gorgeous 2 Bedrooms Fully Expanded Corner

New Kitchen & BathGreenbelt

M12 36A $479,000

I wish YOU a Happy, Healthy and ProsperousHoliday Season and an

Amazing New Year.I am Thankful for the Awesome People I

have met this Year (and throughout my career) and am very Grateful

for your Business and Friendship.

Holiday Thoughts

Thank you. Merry Christmas and

Happy New Year!

Back on Market!Back on Market!

New Listing

Yong Pyon — M1(310) 658-0379

Erika — M17 (562)-208-5223

Carl Kennedy M14 (661) 810-9410

13918 Seal Beach Blvd., Seal Beach, CA 90740

Lic. #636260

Gina Rojas 562-533-3190

Valory Escrows

No One Knows Leisure World Like We Do!

Mr. Hank(562) 743-8473

(562) 493-6601leisurelivingresales.com

Leisure Living Resales, Inc.

Notary ServiceNext to

“Wells Fargo Bank”The Happy Office!We Sold ThousandsWe Negotiate for

“YOU”Compassion is our Motto

DRE#02111452“I Have Your Best

Interest at Heart ”

[email protected]

Leisure Living Resales

21 Years LW Experience

Gina Rojas(562) 533-3190

Leisure World Specialist

2021 Escrows 7-159F $400,0005-104E $259,00011-262B $359,00016-52L $269,000.6-57H $210,000 12-36D $365,0002-22D $185,000 8-202C $284,000

8-193H $230,00014-24A $325,0002- 35 D $210,0008-191A $485,0003-12L $205,000 12-62K $240,0008-180H $172,000 6-138B $175,500

Sold in One Day!Sold in One Day!

M6-130KM6-130K$298,000$298,000


Kathy GuptonAssociate BrokerDRE # 00744676

Gloria Hadley Realtor®

DRE # 01057681

Yes we are SISTERS

Specializing in the LW Community

562 618-9940 562 884-3594

Sean WoodRealtor®562-514-6613

SOLD

Pending

Great one bedroom one bath to make your own with some TLC. The Living Room has a heat pump and vertical blinds. The kitchen has vinyl flooring, sky-lights that open, and Leisure World appliances. Bathroom has a cut down show-er and skylight that opens. Enjoy the Seal Beach Living and the Ocean breezes.

Mutual 15-32J

Mutual 8-201L

Mutual 6-57E

Mutual 11-263A

Mutual 11-285E

Mutual 5-93F

Mutual 8-202C

Mutual 8-202J

Mutual 3-21A

Mutual 10-240B

Mutual 11-267I

Mutual 12-70D

Mutual 14-15I

Mutual 2-13F

Mutual 2-51J

Mutual 1-35J

Mutual 11-285H

Mutual 2-19L

Mutual 2-24D

Mutual 1-30D

Mutual 1-37F

Mutual 12-41G

Mutual 2-46D

Mutual 10-248D

Mutual 11-277A

Mutual 2-40L

Mutual 8-203G

Mutual 2-22J

Mutual 1-52A

Mutual 2-63A

Mutual 5-123K

Mutual 2-17C

Mutual 9-224G

Mutual 9 -215B

We can show ALL property in the LW community

Visit Our Website: www.thesealbeachsisters.com13926 Seal Beach Blvd.,Seal Beach, CA 90740 (Behind Carl’s Jr.)

Call and let us present our extensive marketing program.Members of M.L.S.

Coming Soon!Coming Soon!

New Listing!New Listing!

Don’t miss out on this expanded one bedroom one and three-quarter bathroom home that has so much potential. Kitchen has built-in appliances including dishwasher and microwave, skylight, and water softener. Living room overlooks a pretty patio with expanded garden space and walk-in-stor-age closet. Second bedroom has been expanded and has added a walk-in closet, three-quarter bathroom and maybe use as a master bedroom. This terrific home also has added a washer dryer, central heating and air conditioning, skylights in the kitchen, bathroom and second bedroom. It has wood floors in the living room and bedrooms, and laminate floors in the kitchen and bath-room. Enjoy the amenities this home has to offer. You can walk from this convenient location to downtown Leisure World, the pool, jacuzzi, gym, health care center, post office, and amphitheater.

M2-46H M2-46H

$349,000$349,000

M2-6G M2-6G

$489,000$489,000



Sold in 1 Day!Sold in 1 Day!

Elegantly expanded corner two bedroom, one-three quarter bathroom, formal dining room home. This desirable home features an inviting living room and formal dining room with Bay windows. The kitchen has built in-appliances including dishwasher, microwave, decorator tile backsplash, added glass cupboard doors, Corian countertops, and breakfast area. Master bedroom has walk-in closet and Bay windows. Master Bathroom has bathtub with shower and washer dry-er. Second bedroom has walk-in closet, added 3/4 bathroom, and Bay window. This special home has Air Conditioning, double pane windows with plantation shutters, leaded glass entry door with sidelight, a brick porch entry, drive up-parking, and is located on a pretty Greenbelt location.

M4-49BM4-49B

M8-183GM8-183G

$369,000$369,000New Listing!New Listing!

Beautifully expanded corner two bedroom, one-three quarter bathroom, formal dining room home located on a fabulous Green Belt. This lovely home features a cozy living room and formal dining room. Extended kitchen has built in-appliances including dishwasher, micro-wave, added pantry and extra-large Skylight. Master bedroom has walk-in closet with cus-tom shelving and ceiling fan. Master Bathroom has bathtub with shower, mirrored wall above sink with 2 added medicine cabinets, added storage cabinet and skylight. Second bedroom has Murphy Bed wall unit and ¾ added bathroom and stall shower. This spe-cial home has 3 bay windows overlooking desirable green belt location, new paint and vi-nyl plank flooring throughout, central heat & air conditioning, double pane windows, smooth ceilings, leaded glass entry door, and charming brick porch entry. This home is light and bright and in move in condition. Enjoy Seal Beach living and the wonderful ocean breezes.

M7-164LM7-164L

$469,000$469,000

$179,900$179,900

$318,000 $318,000

M7-165E M7-165E

This charming corner two-bedroom one bathroom cottage overlooks green belts in all directions. Kitchen has built-in leisure World appliances including refrigerator, stove, oven and has an add China cabinet and skylight that opens. Bathroom has newer counters, Skylight that opens, and cut down shower. Master bedroom, living room, and second bedroom all overlook pretty views. The enclosed patio room adds extra living space that can be used for a dining area, office, exercise area, or bonus room. Also, the patio offers a walk-in storage area. Enjoy the charm that’s Seal Beach has to offer and the wonderful ocean breezes. Don’t miss out on this fabulous location.

Fabulous location I Enjoy the beautiful greenbelt view this two bedroom one bathroom expand-ed home has to offer. This lovely cottage offers newly installed vinyl plank flooring paint through-out. The spacious living room features a heat pump with air conditioning. The kitchen has white cabinets with built in appliances including refrigerator, stove, oven and skylight. The master bed-room is fully expanded with a walk-in closet and sliding glass door to the patio. The bathroom has a skylight and cut-down shower for a walk-in convenience. The second bedroom looks onto private side patio. Enjoy the private tiled patio with entry gate and skylight that overlooks a lovely greenbelt. Enjoying the ocean breezes and all that the Seal Beach community has to offer.


Mutual 4 49B $179,900 needs some TLC, heat pump, sky-lights

Jim Duncan714-356-6717

Broker/Manager

Mike Varipapa 562 235-7413

Vickie Van Ert310-220-1407

Bill Berman 714-606-5258

Mary Chittick562-822-2804

Robin Gray562-209-5605

Kathy Gupton562-618-9940

Gloria Hadley562-884-3594

Leah Perrotti310-889-6583

Claudette “CC” Cooley310-484-9600

Gail Alonzo562-673-6703

Edwina DiMario562-706-7999

Linda Patton562-522-3364

Tim Kearns714-293-3950

Rosie Wang Davis626-623-9929

Joanie Korman714-308-8034

Hanna Rubinstein562-900-4243

Jay Cho714-944-4998

Chris Kim424-247-4542

Estee Edwards562-208-2540

Philip Bak213-550-9991

Conrad Rodriquez562-746-1960

Barbara Diette-Dobias562-754-5628

Fay Wescott562 242-6162

Linda Marmion 562 619-2261

Mutual 12 67K $279,900 great location, wrap around patio, plank flooring, several skylights, drive-up

Mutual 11 284A $319,000 corner, washer/dryer, great location, enclosed patio, dual pane

Mutual 8 183G $375,000 great greenbelt views, enclosed patio, skylights, very nice

Mutual 11 272L $395,000 corner, partially expanded patio, lam. floors, light and bright

Two-Bedrooms13926 Seal Beach Blvd.Seal Beach, CA 90740

(562) 431-2149

One-Bedrooms

Mutual 2 6G $474,900 1 1/2 baths, bay windows, air cond., double pane, washer/dryer

Mutual 12 36A $479,000 btfl. greenbelt, expanded corner, washer/dryer, granite, newer kitchen

Mutual 17 108B $415,000 2 bedroom, 2 baths, cent. air, new carpet, large balcony, fresh paint is back on the market

Mutual 4 83K $429,500 remodeled, faces south, washer/dryer, great unit, move-in-ready

Mutual 11 164L $469,000 1 3/4 baths, extra large skylights, 3 bay windows, new paint, double pane

(562) 594-05151900 St. Andrews Dr. , Suite C

Seal Beach, CA 90740BRE 00338699

13926 Seal Beach Blvd., Seal Beach, CA 90740 (Located in the shopping center, behind Carl’s Jr.)

(562) [email protected] 01027333

Robin Gray

See more at www.sealbeachleisureworld.com

Pending2021 Closed Sales

Mutual 2-48-I

Mutual 10-249-C Mutual 7-170-AMutual 2-9-GMutual 14-18-D3 Mutual 6-58-AMutual 6-135-J Mutual 7-158-GMutual 7-161-EMutual 1-67-B Mutual 11-265-J

Mutual 11-266-FMutual 7-158-GMutual 1-8-CMutual 9-221-JMutual 12-41-GMutual 10-253-KMutual 4-80-LMutual 8-204-I Mutual 7-171-I

Mutual 3-22-D Mutual 3-11-HMutual 1-42-CMutual 5-119-E Mutual 5-119-D Mutual 1-57-L Mutual 14-48-EMutual 7-158-KMutual 9-213-J

Coming SoonComing SoonMutual 15, 2 bed 1, Bath Drive-up and a Green!Mutual 15, 2 bed 1, Bath Drive-up and a Green!

Fabulous Breeze!Fabulous Breeze!

Mutual 11-284-AMutual 11-284-A $319,000 $319,000

Mutual 12-67-KMutual 12-67-K $279,900 $279,900

WRAP YOUR EYES AROUND THIS CLASSIC! Located in one of the most sought after Mutuals is this darling 2 bed 1 bath basic unit... sitting on a pretty green and has the convenience of a drive up! Beautiful vinyl plank floors, rich wood finished kitchen cabinetry, skylights, heat-pump, and a large “L” shaped patio that is perfect for relaxing while you take in and enjoy your surroundings and the

beautiful trees!

Drive-Up on a Green!Drive-Up on a Green!

BACK ON THE MARKET... Great drive-up corner just waiting for you to call home! Two Bedrooms, one bath, enclosed front patio that will give you that extra living space at no added cost!! Dual pane windows and slider, nice front door, dishwasher, skylights, stackable

washer/dryer and a lovely side patio to enjoy! Call today to see!!

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On December 13th, 2021 a total of 45 units show as active listings on

the CRMLS (this is where Realtors list

property for sale).

2 -1 bedroom/1 bath

from $185,000-$215,000

25 - 2 bedrooms/1 bath from $265,00 to $479,000

18- 2 bedrooms/2 baths from $349,000 to $499,000

We offer Virtual Tours and can you send you a Virtual Tour of any of these properties, We have access to all inventory! We are here to

help!

Coming Soon

● 2 bed 2 bath upstairs unit remodeled throughout

● 1 bed, 1 bath drive up

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Corner unit with partial expansion, Dining Room, remodeled kitchen and bathroom. Upgraded

flooring throughout.

1681 Interlachen Rd. #282L | M11 | $320,000Corner 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath with laminate flooring, new

carpet in bedrooms, A/C Heat Pump, fresh paint, upgraded hardware, and skylight in the bathroom.

For 2021, We have a total of 137 Leisure World pending and closed sales.Buyers are anxiously awaiting the perfect floor plan for their needs! It may be yours!

CAROL GASPERREALTOR Lic# 01276484

[email protected]

http://www.sealbeach-retirementcommunity.info1900 St. Andrews Dr. Suite B Seal Beach, CA 90740

Sold, In Escrow!!!

Sold, In Escrow!!!

NICK MONTEERBroker Lic# 01927606

[email protected]

Sold, In Escrow!!!

Sold, In Escrow!!!

1910 St John Rd. #30D | M15 | $429,000Rare Corner 2 bedroom, 1 bath atrium. New vinyl

floors and freshly painted.

Coming soon!!!

Coming soon!!!

113751 St. Andrews Dr. #36B | M1 | $195,000Basic 1 bedroom, 1 bath with great greenbelt location! Heat Pump, 2 skylights and storage cabinets on patio.

New Listing!!New Listing!!
