Election Day: Where to vote or drop off ballots

The California presidential primary elections will be held Tuesday, March 3 from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the Event Center. A large turnout is expected as California holds its election earlier than in past years, on a day known as “Super Tuesday” because it’s when the largest number – 15 – of states and territories hold their primary election or caucus....
Posted on February 25, 2020
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Redwood Room, Kairi’s Kitchen to get new look

The Redwood Room at Gateway, a popular hangout for Rossmoor residents to just relax and read the paper, grab breakfast or lunch from Kairi’s Kitchen, watch some TV, or strum a few notes on the grand piano, is getting a makeover. “It’s been about 15 years since the Redwood Room was refurbished,” said Recreation Manager Kelly Berto. “We met with user...
Posted on February 25, 2020
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New signs help emergency response on the golf courses

Golf doesn’t seem like a dangerous sport, but don’t tell that to players who have suffered heat stroke, fainted, or even been hit in the head with balls on the course. And getting help quickly can be tough, says Mark Heptig, Rossmoor’s director of golf courses. It can be a serious problem for emergency help, especially ambulances or other vehicles,...
Posted on February 18, 2020
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The Spotlight elevates free entertainment

Saddle Cats draw big crowd at recent performance About 200 residents soaked up the Western Swing sounds of the Saddle Cats at last week’s Spotlight in the Fireside Room at Gateway. Saddle Cats is a four-man “pocket orchestra” that performs swing, “cowboy and western,” blues, Tin Pan Alley, honky-tonk, polkas – and just about any other traditional A...
Posted on February 18, 2020
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New HR manager stresses finding work/life balance

“ What would you say if you were told you had a ca l l f rom Human Resources,” asked Eric Wong, turning the tables on the interviewer. “Oh, no. I’m being fired?” That isn’t what he likes to hear. Wong is Rossmoor’s new senior manager for Human Resources. He believes that all of Rossmoor’s 250 or so employees, including those in Human Resources, are...
Posted on February 18, 2020
 

GRF releases 2019 employee salary, benefits info

In compliance with Article VII Section 10 of the bylaws of the Golden Rain Foundation, the following information is provided for the CEO and the four highest paid employees during the preceding fiscal year. For fiscal year 2019 the CEO’s annual salary was $263,861.76, paid in bi-monthly increments through December, and was awarded 10 days additiona...
Posted on February 18, 2020
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Residents thanked for donating their bling

Donations help benefit Youth Homes Generous Rossmoor residents did it again. Their abundant donations of jewelry will be re-sold to benefit some of Contra Costa County’s neediest and most deserving young people, abused and neglected girls who have been under the care of Youth Homes. This long-serving nonprofit organization provides a full spectrum ...
Posted on February 18, 2020
 

Social Justice Fair sets date

Mt. Diablo Friends of Peace and Justice Center will sponsor a Social Justice Fair on Thursday, March 12, from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Fireside Room at Gateway. Everyone is welcome. Looking for volunteer opportunities? Want to learn about organizations that serve the community? Like to try some homemade baked goods? Find all this and more at the fair. Th...
Posted on February 18, 2020
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Boomers Forever celebrates 10 years

Les Klein and wife Lori Miller-Klein knew even before they moved into their manor that they wanted to belong to the Boomers Forever Club. East Coast transplants, they wanted to meet people their age and enjoy what Rossmoor has to offer. The Boomers, which just celebrated its 10th anniversary, with some 650 members and two pages of events, filled th...
Posted on February 11, 2020