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Laguna Woods Village anniversary recalls early days and El Toro
A look back at September 10, 1964 when residents first moved into Leisure World Laguna Hills later Laguna Woods Village. The El Toro Marine base and its flight path shaped development, while community activism helped block a nearby airport and foster the town’s identity. The 2014 celebration marks 30 years since Leisure World’s founding with a History Society program and a new book detailing the community’s origin and growth.
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Laguna Woods
el Toro Marine Corps Air Station
Mz Cortrese
Laguna Hills
Firs
el Toro
Minjor
Laguna Woods Village
Leisure World
Ross Cortese
Historical Society of
Myra Neben
Leisure World News
Laguna Woods Globe