University Village Thousand Oaks resident Eldon Knuth was presented with the Bronze Star for his service in World War II. Los Angeles Times When you ask professor Eldon L. Knuth about his time served in the 95th Infantry Division in World War II, he chronicles the...
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Resident to Resident
Donna Keister Brings Her Talents to UVTO’s Window Shoppe By Carol Keochekian Donna Boileau Keister has spent most of her life in Southern California. Born in Pomona, Calif., when it was dominated by orange trees, smudge pots, and open spaces. Donna grew up in a close,...
The Sounds of Music
Elmer Heerema had one great desire when he was a tot – he couldn’t wait to take piano lessons. Born and raised in a loving home in Paterson, New Jersey, Elmer’s parents, both amateur musicians, enjoyed and encouraged their six children to appreciate the beauty of both...
Residents Rave About the Benefits of Owning A Pet
Resident Hertha Hollander and her furry friend, Brandy Visits to active retirement communities across the country have been restricted due to the pandemic, but residents at University Village Thousand Oaks have been able to take advantage of the companionship of...
A Dating Act by a Friend Brings Virginia Melitz a Wonderful New Life
“Don’t give up” has been the personal life slogan for Virginia Melitz. It’s particularly appropriate during this Woman’s Suffrage Month, which commemorates women’s right to vote. A vibrant and most interesting person, Virginia has lived in various states in the United...
Everlasting Fantasies
By Peggy Walters Frank, Chuck, and I drive on a fast-moving freeway on our way to the Chino Airport Museum. They go the first Saturday of every month to attend informative talks and to see flights of featured aircraft. I’ve been invited today because the P-38 is the...
Who’s Plate is it? Stay Well at Home Fun!
When you have given this a good try, check your answers below! How many did you get right?
CLU’S COMMUNICATION CAFE CREATES DIVERSE OPPORTUNITIES
Resident Chuck Mortensen, 95, volunteers at the CLU’s Communication Cafe. Every week, he and 13 other residents from University Village Thousand Oaks help international graduate students practice their English speaking skills. Photo courtesy of Acorn Newspapers....
FINDING MISS GINDL
By Lecy Fredo When I was a little girl I went to a concert with my parents and instantly fell in love with the sound of a violin being played by Isaac Stern. Right then and there I told my parents I wanted to learn to play a violin. My Dad searched our area for a...
RESIDENT TO RESIDENT INTERVIEW
UV RESIDENT HEADS BUILDING OF 10 BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS By Carol Keochekian Cal Johnston had joined the Air Force after completing ROTC at USC hoping to become a pilot. But that desire literally crashed because he was partially colorblind. He served as a lieutenant and...
