Community Calendar Rossmoor CSD Board Meeting: Tuesday, October 14th 7:00 pm Rush Park Rossmoor Red Cross Blood Drive, Wednesday, October 15th, 9:00-3:00, Rush Park RHA Board Meeting: Tuesday, October 21st, 7:00 p.m. on Zoom Rossmoor's Free Get Shredded Event, Saturday, October 25th, 8:00 - Noon Lee School Ready for some rain? It looks like we will get some Monday into Tuesday this week. Other than the rain, our temps will be mild in the lower 70s for the week. This is a special time of year in Rossmoor. Fall and Halloween decorations are up and people are our enjoying the last few weeks before Daylight Savings
time ends. Go for a pleasant walk along the tree lined streets of Rossmoor. It's a great time of year. Shredding Event Saturday 10/25 Our quarterly Get Shredded event will take place on Saturday, October 25th from 8 to noon at Lee School. Please plan to bring your
shredable documents (up to 10 bankers boxes) and drive through. And, if you have some nonperishable food that you can drop off for We Care to assist those who are struggling to stay in their homes, please consider dropping that off too. We Care especially needs canned protein (chicken, Spam, lobster, tuna, etc.) stews and chilis for their clients. Special thanks to Patricia Megallon, Marni Rice and Nia Mighaccio for their continued support of Rossmoor and our shredding events! Los Al Drama Presents: The Addams Family Halloween is one of the most beloved holidays in Rossmoor, bringing out creativity, costumes, and candy galore. But while it’s full of festive fun, Halloween also has a spooky side when it comes to the environment. From candy wrappers and costumes to single-use decorations, much of what we use during this season ends up in landfills—or worse, polluting our
oceans. Unlike wastewater from our homes, which is treated before it re-enters the environment, anything that goes into our storm drain system flows directly to the beach in Seal Beach without any treatment. That means every bit of trash left on the street or washed down a drain has the potential to harm wildlife and water
quality. But here’s the good news: you can still have a blast this Halloween while making smart, sustainable choices that protect our planet. Whether you’re trick-or-treating, pumpkin carving, or hosting a party, these five simple tips will help make your Halloween greener—and cleaner—for everyone. Click here for the 5 simple tips... RWC 2025 Holiday Home Tour The Rossmoor Woman's Club announces the 2025 Holiday Home Tour! This year's event takes place on Sunday, December 7th from 11:00 to 4:00. Tickets are on sale now! Get your tickets here or after October 7th through RWC members and the merchants listed above. 605-Katella Construction Update - 10/11/2025 We will update our 605-Katella Project page when we get updates from the OCTA.
Please always check their website for the latest information on closures and detours. Construction continues on the I-605/Katella Avenue Interchange
Project. Here’s what to expect this week:  Eastbound Katella Avenue - Starting as early as Monday, October 13, crews are expected to remove the sidewalk on eastbound Katella Avenue between Epson way and the freeway. Once complete, they will excavate the roadway to make room for the new bike lane.
Eastbound Katella Avenue has been reduced to three lanes between the northbound I-605 off-ramp and Epson Way. Please use caution while traveling through the construction area.
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Sidewalk Access - While the sidewalks on eastbound and westbound Katella are under construction,
pedestrians can use a protected walkway on eastbound Katella, which serves as a temporary pedestrian detour route. Click the image below to view a larger version of the pedestrian detour. Retaining Wall Construction - Construction on a new retaining wall along
the northbound I-605 on-ramp is underway with crews performing structural excavation and shoring activities through the end of this month. This type of wall is called a “Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE) wall,” which will use soil reinforcement techniques to strengthen and support the newly realigned on-ramp. Ever wonder why the I-605/Katella Avenue Interchange Project is so
important? This project will improve travel for drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians by: - Modifying northbound and southbound ramps at Katella Avenue
- Adding Class II bike lanes in both directions
- Enhancing sidewalk
connectivity between Coyote Creek Channel and Epson Way
- Constructing ADA curb ramps with new signage and crosswalks
2025-26 RWC College Scholarship Awards Every year the Rossmoor Woman’s Club awards several college scholarships to graduating seniors at Los Alamitos High School. These awards may range from $500 to several thousand dollars. They are awarded based on need, academic
achievement and leadership.
Applications for the 2025-2026 year are now available through the school counseling office. Applications must be submitted by January 16, 2026 to be considered. Winners will be announced at the school’s Awards Night in the Spring.
The Rossmoor Woman’s Club is a
social and philanthropic volunteer organization that has been serving Rossmoor, Seal Beach, Los Alamitos, Long Beach and surrounding areas since 1958. Find out more about the RWC here.
HUGS For our Students (& Schools) From time to time our school booster clubs and PTAs host "dining for dollars" type fundraising events. These events raise money for school programs - and it costs you nothing more than your regular meal. The restaurant contributes anywhere from 10% to 50% Please check out the HUGS page before you dine out locally to see if you can support our students while you enjoy your meal. Donate Blood & Get An Amazon Gift Card This month the Red Cross will send you an Amazon Gift Card if you donate blood at Rush Park on Wednesday, October 15th from 9 to 3. These shirts are adorable. And if you're a collector of "Snoopy Things" they could be must
have. In any case, blood supplies continue to be low and those in need can use your help. Give the gift of life! Griffin Gazette: LAHS choir kicks off the year with
‘The Start of Something Big’ Katie Arnoult, Co-Editor-in-Chief for the
Los Al Griffin Gazette reports on the Los Al Choir's‘ presentation of 'The Start of Something Big’ . You can read the full story here on the Gazette website With powerful vocals, dazzling costumes and distinctive choreography, the Los Alamitos High School show choir program kicked off the 2025-2026 season with “The Start of Something Big” as the first concert of the year. The shows took place from Thursday, October 2 to Saturday, October 4, and choir students stunned audiences
with raw talent and outstanding performances. With the entire concert centered around Broadway songs and musicals, show-goers got to witness performances of beloved productions such as “Mamma Mia!”, “Little Shop of Horrors”, “Hamilton”, “West Side Story” and more. In Act I, the mix of songs and sets conveyed positive messages of hope, love and dreaming big; Act II shifted the scene to add in
themes of identity, revolution and courage. “I think it was an amazing show. (Both) Act I and Act II were equally fantastic,” said a choir student’s parent. “The Start of Something Big” featured a variety of performance styles, from solos to large groups and everything in between, showcasing the array of talent in the choir program. Audiences were captivated by the beauty of individual voices in songs such as “If I Loved You” by Ashlynne Mulligan and “Grow for Me” by Devan
Medina. Duets, like “Flight” by Jenna Currey and Emily Gail and “Stay Gold” by Cody and Noah McKenzie, brought intricate harmonies. Finally, bold group performances like “Candela” by the Xpressions and SoundFX choirs and “Walking in Space” by the Connexion choir highlighted the power of performing as a team. This year’s Broadway show also featured an a cappella song – “First Burn” sung
by Maddie Diggle, Emily Gail, Sam Gonzalez, Sofia Guetterman and Jasmine Yune – showing that even performances without instrumentals can still be impactful. This year’s Broadway show challenged what a typical choir show looks like, especially in Act II. In some songs, such as “Breathe” performed by Sam Gonzalez, student singers were accompanied by guest guitar player Thomas Dohner,
highlighting not only the vocals but also the instrumentals that make up a choir concert. What’s more is that... ...Here's the rest of the story. Photo Credit: the LAHS weekly newsletter The Wrap Up for 10/10/2025 Most weeks during the school year, Los Alamitos School District Public Information Officer Nichole Pichardo recaps the week at the District's schools. These videos are a great way to stay in touch with what's going on with our students and in our District. Check out the latest recap every week! Community Groups & Resources Our community has a number of great ways for you to engage with your neighbors in hobbies and activities. While these are not RHA groups, they are great resources for you and your family members. Check them out. Our Rossmoor. A great place to live since 1957 |
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