by Jim Greer LW contributor In the early months of 1940, Hitler had invaded much of western Europe. On May 10, he invaded Belgium, Luxembourg, the Netherlands and France. It was then that England stood alone against Nazi Germany, and Winston Churchill was her newly elected prime minister. These days were known as “The Darkest Hour.” Academy Award-winning actor Gary Oldman masterfully portrayed

by Cindy Tostado member resources/assistance liaison Last week (Part 1, Oct. 15, LW Weekly), my column considered when it might be time to consider hiring a caregiver. This week, we will take a look at how to hire a caregiver in Leisure World. Policy 7557 states that your employed caregiver be registered to your Mutual. The specific requirements vary from mutual to mutual. The Shareholder

Editor: As a longtime resident, I have always appreciated the amenities offered over the years, especially our clubhouses, because they represented residents’ varied interests. There were displays of lapidary, clay crafters, paintings and other media and photography to name a few. It is now my understanding that these displays are disappearing. Apparently committee members want to change

Editor: I read with interest the newspaper article about the Amphitheater. There are questions that should be considered. The Recreation Department seemed surprised that there could be a cancellation clause in the contract. That is standard procedure, especially in these times. Since LW is going to deal with Terry Hill again, I hope the Recreation Department and board makes sure LW is getting

Credits & Kudos must include the writer’s name and mutual, and will be edited for brevity. Mention of a business or service is not an endorsement or recommendation by the LW Weekly or Golden Rain Foundation. • Mutual 1 resident Debbi Fudge would like to thank Mutual 1 resident Jody Dyer for inviting the Hui O Hula Club and its Band to the Mutual 1 green located near Bldg. 31 to perform

COVID-19 Chronicles Leisure World residents are living in historic times as the COVID- 19 pandemic unfolds around the world. Residents are welcome to share their experiences, observations, opinions and insight with their friends and neighbors in this occasional column. The deadline is Thursday for the following week’s publication. Email submissions to Ruth Osborn at rutho_news@lwsb.com. Submissions

Editor, I respectfully request the Architectural and Review Committee and GRF Board of Directors reconsider the proposal to remove the art and photo display in the hallways of Clubhouse 3. The paintings, artwork and photo displays showcase the talent and creativity in Leisure World. It is one of the highlights of my walk. These pictures tell stories and enrich our life with beauty and truth.

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Credits & Kudos must include the writer’s name and mutual, and will be edited for brevity. Mention of a business or service is not an endorsement or recommendation by the LW Weekly or Golden Rain Foundation. • LWer Bob Berry sends kudos to Mutual 16 residents for allowing the popular band Terry Otte and Abilene to rehearse in their mutual. More than 100 people turned out to enjoy the rehearsal.

Editor: I thought I was ready to vote in the Nov. 3rd election. I was wrong. I have lived at the same address in LW, since 2008. I have been registered to vote at my LW address since 2008. I have voted in almost every election, including the last primary, since 2008. I was surprised when I received a green postcard from the Registrar of Voters which stated, “According to the information