Ramblings Jan 2026 Edition

Jan 01, 2026

Bob Eastland Retirement: Neighbors celebrated Bob’s retirement on December 7 after more than 25 years of making toast at the Sunday Breakfasts, complete with festive holiday decor and live harp music by Sonia Marie Olivas.
Fall Craft Boutique: Despite a heavy storm on November 15, 20 talented artisan vendors successfully filled the clubhouse and game room to welcome local holiday shoppers.
Charity & Giving Back: Boutique sales raised $250 for SCT Retrievers Pet Rescue , while residents also filled two entire donation bins for the annual Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots campaign.
Celebrity Sighting: Neighbors Bob and Lori Riddle ran into pop cultural icon “Weird Al” Yankovic during a recent concert outing at the Cerritos Center for Performing Arts.

Bingo & Movie Nights: Mark your calendars for the first clubhouse Bingo Night of the year on January 15 , followed by a free screening of The Martian in crystal-clear 4K Ultra HD on January 23.
Live Music & Pizza Night: Tickets go on sale January 30 for the “Rockin’ RDR” party on February 21, featuring classic rock hits by The Decades Band and all-you-can-eat live catering from Pizzarageous.
Green Street Cafe Expansion: The neighborhood dining favorite at Harbor Landing is actively expanding its indoor dining footprint and outdoor patio space into the adjacent former bike shop storefront.
Safety Tip — Power Outages: The RDR Emergency Response Team shared an essential planning checklist from Listos California detailing backup power protocols, medical device alerts, and outdoor generator safety rules.