Timeless Melodies Returns

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Enjoy lively multimedia lectures celebrating the golden age of American music and legendary composers and performers who shaped generations. Through captivating storytelling, rare film clips and cherished songs, beloved music historian, Larry Maurer brings the past to life.

Four lectures are scheduled May through August on the first Thursday of the month at 1:30 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center.

May 1 – George Gershwin

Explore the life and legacy of George Gershwin, whose genius spanned Broadway, jazz and classical music. Experience “Rhapsody in Blue,” “I Got Rhythm” and “Strike Up the Band,” and relive the glamour of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers in music and motion.

June 5 – Doris Day and the Ladies of Song

From big band vocalist to Hollywood superstar, Doris Day left an indelible mark on American music and film. Discover the woman behind the songs, and celebrate her alongside other legendary ladies of song in this touching tribute.

July 3 – Broadway in the 1950s

A golden decade of musical theater! Revisit show-stopping hits from Rodgers and Hammerstein, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, Leonard Bernstein and more. This was Broadway at its very best.

August 7 – Musicals of 20th Century Fox

From Shirley Temple to Marilyn Monroe, 20th Century Fox lit up the screen with unforgettable musicals. Enjoy nostalgic film clips, classic songs and behind-the-scenes stories from the golden years of Hollywood.

Tickets are on sale now at $5 for each date, in the PAC box office or at tickets.lagunawoodsvillage.com.

Click the Download PDF button below for details on the full series. For more information, call 949-597-4289 or email recreation@vmsinc.org.

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ETWD Issues Spring 2025 Newsletter

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Be sure to read the latest news and updates from the El Toro Water District’s (ETWD) spring 2025 newsletter. This edition dives into ETWD’s emergency preparedness, water rebates and savings programs, community events and more.

Click the orange Download PDF button below to download and/or read the latest ETWD newsletter.

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TV6’s Must-See Movie Lineup

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Be sure to tune in to Village Television (TV6) for special movie feature presentations. Movies screen at 2 and 6 p.m. Closed captioning is available for all showings. To view a list of this month’s movies, click here. To learn more about TV6, click here. Click the links below for movie synopses, featured casts and watch previews.

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Friday Ballroom Dance Classes

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Clubhouse 5
Fridays
6:30 p.m.
$5

The American Ballroom Dance Club offers group classes every Friday from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. Dance instructor Carlos Negrete will teach the nite club two step for beginners in April.

For more information, contact Carlos Negrete at 909-359-5499 or email carl236r@yahoo.com, or visit the American Ballroom Dance Club website.

Great PAC Expectations

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Don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy one or more exciting events scheduled March through May at the Performing Arts Center. From megahit movies to legendary artist tributes and much more, there’s a variety of talent to suit all styles and tastes.

For a full lineup, download the PDF below. Purchase tickets online or visit the PAC box office at 23822 Avenida Sevilla Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Calling All DPTF Volunteers

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The Disaster Preparedness Task Force and the VMS Security Services Department invite all current and new volunteers to attend an important meeting for building and good neighbor captains on Wednesday, March 26, from 10 a.m. to noon at Clubhouse 7 (24111 Moulton Parkway). Light refreshments will be provided.

Call Security Services at 949-597-4237 with any questions. 

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Still Time to Join the 2025 Village Games

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The 2025 Village Games, scheduled for Monday, March 31, through Thursday, April 24, features 23 events: Archery, badminton, basketball, bicycling, billiards, bocce ball, bridge (progressive), equestrian, golf (18-hole, nine-hole and par-3), lawn bowling, outdoor pickleball, paddle tennis, pétanque, poker, shuffleboard, swimming, table tennis, target shooting, tennis, volleyball and soft volleyball.

Register at the Community Center fitness facility at 24351 El Toro Road during regular operating hours. Click here to download the registration packet. Please note that registration for tennis and pickleball is closed.

For more information, including updates on registration packets, call 949-268-2275 or email assistant.fitness@vmsinc.org.

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Third Board Calls for Candidates

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The Third board of directors seeks to fill one vacancy for a term ending in 2026. Applicants must be Third Mutual members.

Interested members may obtain an application and election process instructions at the Office of the CEO, located in the Community Center at 24351 El Toro Road, from Corporate Secretary Makayla Schwietert (949-268-2295) or Assistant Corporate Secretary Paul Nguyen (949-268-2383).

Upon arriving at the Community Center, check in with the concierge and state you are there to receive an application from the corporate secretaries.

Completed application packets are due to Ms. Schwietert or Mr. Nguyen no later than 5 p.m. on Friday, March 28.

Corporate board members will interview qualified candidates on Wednesday, April 9, at 1:30 p.m. in the Community Center board room.

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United Board Calls Candidates

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The United board of directors seeks to fill one vacancy for a term ending in 2027. Applicants must be United Mutual members.

Interested members may obtain an application and election process instructions at the Office of the CEO, located in the Community Center at 24351 El Toro Road, from Corporate Secretary Makayla Schwietert (949-268-2295) or Assistant Corporate Secretary Paul Nguyen (949-268-2383).

Upon arriving at the Community Center, check in with the concierge and state you are there to receive an application from the corporate secretaries.

Completed application packets are due to Ms. Schwietert or Mr. Nguyen no later than 5 p.m. on Friday, March 28.
Corporate board members will interview qualified candidates on Thursday, April 3, at 1:30 p.m. in the Community Center board room.

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Third Mutual Town Hall Mar. 26

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Third Mutual’s next town hall is scheduled for Wednesday, March 26, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. in the Sequoia Ballroom at Clubhouse 2. Don’t miss this opportunity to attend and share your comments, questions and suggestions with Third board members.

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