FROM SECURITAS The following are the major incidents reported to Securitas, Rossmoor’s security service provider. They appear here as they were initially reported to Securitas. After investigation, details of a case may indicate a lesser or different incident description. If the case warrants it, the News will do a follow-up story. Saturday, Sept. ...

This month’s general meeting for the Democrats of Rossmoor will be held in the Fireside Room. On Thursday, Sept. 26, doors will open at 6 p.m. for a town square social with snacks provided by the club. At 7 p.m., following a brief meeting, there will be an interactive workshop that looks at Project 2025 focusing on specific details so that members ...

By Ruth Ahearn Club Correspondent The Rossmoor Big Questions Forum will meet in-person on Monday, Sept 16, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. in the Fairway Room at Creekside, where two speakers will address the Big Question of 2024: “How Do We Find Truth in Chaotic and Divisive Times?” Table discussions, facilitated by Gloria Sunshine, will follow for participan...

take part in that budget hearing. “Overall, it’s our biggest (financial) worry,” he said. “There are people in this Mutual who have been dropped by their companies – they either have to scramble to find new companies, or go with the California FAIR Plan, which is very expensive.” For most Rossmoor Mutuals, however, property insurance is an increasi...

In order to prevent blockages, residents are asked to refrain from disposing of the following items in your garbage disposal: rice and pasta, stringy vegetables, coffee grounds, potato peels, animal bones, egg shells, banana peels, grease, onion skins and excessive laundry detergent. These items will eventually clog the drain pipe and cause problem...

Maureen Gammon offers guidance for baby boomers Because of high demand, the baby boomers’ women’s workshops on change and transition facilitated by Maureen Gammon on Saturday, Sept. 7, at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. are fully booked. As was the case with the February workshop that Rossmoor resident Jan Stone invited Gammon to facilitate, the September works...

Anyone with an ancestor in their family tree who fought for this country’s freedom during the Revolutionary War is invited to take part in the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR), a volunteer women’s service or-ganization that honors and preserves the legacy of the United States’ Patriot ancestors. A “patriot” is not only ...

Individuals with diverse backgrounds, experience sought AARP Tax-Aide is looking for volunteers to become members of a team providing free tax-preparation service in Contra Costa County. Tax-Aide needs individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. While prior tax-preparation experience is beneficial, it is not a requirement. The program pro...

On Thursday, Aug. 22, the Democrats of Rossmoor will hold their general meeting in the Event Center. Doors will open at 6 p.m. for a town square social with snacks provided by the club. Following a brief meeting starting at 7 p.m., the speaker for the evening will be Mike Madrid. This will be a return visit for Madrid, a founding member of the Linc...

The News is looking to write articles on residents who make a positive difference in the lives of others and/or their community through their involvement in charitable, nonprofit and volunteer activities. If you would like to nominate a resident to be profiled in such an article, email news@rossmoor. com with some information about the resident and...