In ancient times, some archeologists believe, the goddesses of pastoral people were replaced by the gods of the more wandering hunter and herder tribes. Eventually, the more warlike gods came to predominate in parts of the world. Goddesses may be associated with the qualities of nurturing and giving, whereas gods may be associated with power and st...

Instructors cannot take cash or a credit card. After taking the course, residents may be eligible to receive a discount on their car insurance rates (check with your insurance carriers). The class is also available online (https://www. aarpdriversafety.org) Note that these classes are not designed to prepare for a DMV renewal examination. All stude...

Spring is the time of renewal and new growth. Humans have celebrated the coming of sunshine, new sprouts and warmer weather since prehistoric times. With celebration people are reminded of the possibilities for renewal of the human spirit, the origin of the word spiritual. Reflecting on rejuvenation and transformation is the topic of the Soul Food ...

The Rossmoor News (927080), established April 15, 1965, is published on Wednesdays for Rossmoor residents and is available outside of the community at a subscription rate of $185 per year (for first-class mail delivery), by Golden Rain Foundation, 1006 Stanley Dollar Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94595. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Rossmoor Ne...

The Rossmoor Al-Anon support group meets on Tuesdays from 10 to 11 a.m. in Multipurpose Room 1 at the Gateway Complex. This mutual support group is for anyone troubled by someone's drinking. By sharing common experiences and applying the Al-Anon principles, family and friends of alcoholics can bring positive changes to their individual situati...

PG& E announced that it will transition the EV chargers in Rossmoor to a new network sometime in late-February or early March. Wevo Energy will replace Shell Recharge as the EV network for the chargers at Gateway, the Fitness Center and the Event Center. The move comes two months after Shell Recharge decided to discontinue its Shell Sky softwar...

Rossmoor EPO tip: Returning to Rossmoor after evacuating requires careful attention to the status of the manor externally and internally. Do not return home until the “all clear” is received from Rossmoor Nixle or city authorities. Upon returning home, watch carefully for downed power lines and other wildfire-related damage. Beware of flash floods ...

RAD Cares is a confidential forum for Rossmoor residents and guests who experience harassment or discrimination in Rossmoor based on race, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or religion. One or two Rossmoor residents, part of the small RAD Cares group, will listen with compassion in strictest confidence and help in considering ways to ...

The recycling facility on Rockview Drive at the corporation yard is open Monday through Friday 8 to noon and 12:30 to 4:30; closed weekends and holidays. Residents may use the site during its operating hours only, and should not leave items outside the Dumpsters. Waste that can go in Mutual Dumpsters may not be disposed of at the waste facility. Do...

Residents interested in the future of pickleball in Rossmoor are invited to attend a Pickleball Town Hall hosted by GRF General Manager Jeff Matheson on Monday, March 3, at 11 a.m. in the Tahoe Room at the Event Center. This informative session will provide an in-depth look at the proposed pickleball project, including its scope, design, cost and a...